Art of the Day: Hera Syndulla

Artwork: Hera Syndulla by Ella (cherriielle)

It's been a while since I've watched Star Wars Rebels but Hera is such an awesome character (and so is this artwork). The live action version in the Ahsoka TV series wasn't bad. She was just missing a little of that spark that the animated version had.

As a way to support artists, I try to post links to their stores if they have one. You can purchase various fandom artwork and more from the artist's account cherriielle.

Most Memorable Scene: Eddie teasing Chimney about a cursed bracelet (9-1-1)

The 9-1-1 episode Cursed (season 6 episode 7) may not be one of my favorite episodes and that's mainly because a guest star took up most of the screen time. However, I did love seeing how superstitious Howard "Chimney" Han was of a supposedly cursed bracelet and how Edmundo "Eddie" Diaz was making fun of him. Eddie is just not a believer of curses, jinxes, superstitions, etc. but surprisingly he does occasionally believes in signs.

Chimney's fear of the cursed bracelet was reaching new heights and even Henrietta "Hen" Wilson was starting to get a little nervous about the bracelet. Which is why I love this scene when Eddie tossed the bracelet at Chimney. It was just so funny how Chimney made sure not to catch it. Because no matter what, Chimney was not touching that bracelet.

I love Eddie and Chimney's friendship, with one being a skeptic and the other a believer, these interesting qualities balance each other out. And also make for funny scenes.

gif Source: Rhiannon (maydayeddie)

(9-1-1 season 6 episode 7: Cursed)

Currently Reading: Aru Shah and the End of Time

Happy Wednesday!

For the past few days, I have been dealing with a classic Book Nerd Problem of trying to find something to read. I had been looking through my books, and even finding some I forgot I had. While looking at my books, I found a lot that seemed interesting but just wasn't what I wanted to read at the moment. And then this morning, I finally found a book to read, Aru Shah and the End of Time by Roshani Chokshi.

It's a middle grade mythology fantasy that follows Aru Shah as she accidentally set free a demon and will now have to find a way to stop it. I've had this book sitting on my bookcase for a few years and I'm just now getting around to read it.

Book: Aru Shah and the End of Time (Pandava book #1) by Roshani Chokshi

Description:

Twelve-year-old Aru Shah has a tendency to stretch the truth in order to fit in at school. While her classmates are jetting off to family vacations in exotic locales, she'll be spending her autumn break at home, in the Museum of Ancient Indian Art and Culture, waiting for her mom to return from her latest archeological trip. Is it any wonder that Aru makes up stories about being royalty, traveling to Paris, and having a chauffeur?

One day, three schoolmates show up at Aru's doorstep to catch her in a lie. They don't believe her claim that the museum's Lamp of Bharata is cursed, and they dare Aru to prove it. Just a quick light, Aru thinks. Then she can get herself out of this mess and never ever fib again.

But lighting the lamp has dire consequences. She unwittingly frees the Sleeper, an ancient demon whose duty it is to awaken the God of Destruction. Her classmates and beloved mother are frozen in time, and it's up to Aru to save them.

The only way to stop the demon is to find the reincarnations of the five legendary Pandava brothers, protagonists of the Hindu epic poem, the Mahabharata, and journey through the Kingdom of Death. But how is one girl in Spider-Man pajamas supposed to do all that?

Art of the Day: A Reading Mouse

Artwork: Woodland Reading Mouse by Alexandra Thompson

This artwork is so cute. Unlike this adorable mouse, I didn't read anything today but I did have a nice slow Saturday. I have enjoyed relaxing and doing absolutely nothing. Tomorrow I'll pick a book to read, until then I'm just relaxing. Happy Saturday.

As a way to support artists, I try to post links to their stores if they have one. You can purchase this artwork and more from the artist's account Alexandra Thompson.

Book Review: Murder is Binding

Book: Murder is Binding (Booktown Mysteries book #1) by Lorna Barrett

Cover Art by Teresa Fasolino
Cover Design by Diana Kolsky
Interior Text Design by Laura K. Corless

Edition: Paperback

Description:

The streets of Stoneham, New Hampshire are lined with bookstores...and paved with murder.

When she moved to Stoneham, city slicker Tricia Miles met nothing but friendly faces. And when she opened her mystery bookstore, she met friendly competition. But when she finds Doris Gleason dead in her own cookbook store, killed by a carving knife, the atmosphere seems more cutthroat than cordial. Someone wanted to get their hands on the rare cookbook that Doris had recently purchased-and the locals think that someone is Tricia. To clear her name, Tricia will have to take a page out of one of her own mysteries-and hunt down someone who isn't killing by the book.

Fashion Meets Fandom - Costume Analysis: Buck's Pink Sweater (9-1-1)

In the 9-1-1 episode Sob Stories (season 8 episode 9), Evan "Buck" Buckley was helping his best friend Edmundo "Eddie" Diaz try to find potential renters to take over Eddie's lease for his house. However, during the entire process of meeting the potential renters and showing them Eddie's house, Buck whether it was intentional or not was being a total pain. He was doing everything he could to make the place undesirable to all those potential renters. From making ridiculous comments about the house to mentioning not so great things happening in the neighborhood which all resulted in the potential renters leaving Eddie's house as quick as possible.

(9-1-1 season 8 episode 9: Sob Stories)

Quote: Sookie St. James and Michel Gerard (Gilmore Girls)

Sookie: Please, help. You're just standing there.

Michel: I'm staying out of the way. In situations like this, 'do not get in the way' is so valuable.

Sookie: Well, get in the way. Entertain the kids.

Michel: Like I'm Sponge Boy Big Pants or something? I do not entertain children.

~ Sookie St. James and Michel Gerard, Gilmore Girls season 5 episode 14: Say Something

gif Source: jeeyuns

This is so funny because Michel really doesn't want to entertain all those little kids that were at the party at The Dragonfly Inn. But that's what he's going to have to do since Sookie was going to leave to go find Lorelai, who was the one responsible for this kids' party.

(Gilmore Girls season 5 episode 14: Say Something)

Toy Corner: Funko Lois Lane

I may have missed the chance to get the Funko Smallville Lois Lane Figure but I'm going to make sure I get this Superman: The Movie (1978) Lois Lane figure. It's from the scene when Lois first officially interviewed Superman on the balcony of her apartment.

I still find it interesting that this Lois who was played by the late Margot Kidder is still one of the most beloved versions of the character. And she's definitely included on my list of favorite Lois Lanes. She's feisty, loud, independent, sarcastic and has a love of journalism.

I can't remember the last time I bought a Funko but I really want to get this one.

Funko Pop! Superman: The Movie (1978) Lois Lane                    Retail Price: $12.00  (Prices may vary depending on stores)

Happy St. Patrick's Day! (+ A Geeky Holiday List)

This day started out with a few little mishaps especially when I was making banana muffins (which turned out pretty good) but that just makes this St. Patrick's Day that much more interesting. St. Patrick's Day is seen as this fun, magical, lucky day and I hope today is just that for everyone. If you're out celebrating, have fun and stay safe.

If you have no plans to go out and celebrate, I have a small geeky holiday list below of a few episodes. I also have three other lists (1, 2 and 3), if you're looking for more shows and a few movies to watch.

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Picture Credit: Fun and Easy St. Patrick’s Day Cookies For All from Your Baking Bestie   (yourbakingbestie.com)

Art of the Day: Edmundo Diaz and Evan Buckley

Artwork: Eddie and Buck by Mick (Mickyy118)

Does it feels like this is a secret and special little moment between them? And that you hope no one will disturb, I really like this artwork.

As a way to support artists, I try to post links to their stores if they have one. You can commission art from the artist at: Mick's Ko-fi.

Also, over on my other blog Truly Outrageous Buck and Eddie, there's a new post Did Eddie use the Legally Blonde "Bend and Snap" on Buck in the 9-1-1 episode Voices?. If you're interested, please give it a read.

What's On Tonight (Tuesday 3/11): St. Denis Medical, Will Trent, Night Court, The Rookie and The Irrational

I forgot The Rookie ended on a clifhanger with James and his friend being shot. I'm sure at some point in tonight's episode someone is going to tell Nyla about the kiss (hence the episode title) but I hope it doesn't end Nyla and James' marriage. When they introduced the storyline where that police detective had a crush on Angela, I knew the writers were going to put a cheating storyline somewhere. And I guess they decided to go with Nyla and James. James' friend kissed him but before he could pull away, Nolan saw the kiss. So, I guess I'll see how this storyline will end.


8:00 PM EST

St. Denis Medical season 1 episode 14: Listen to Your Ladybugs                            8:00 PM EST                                           NBC

Description:

Joyce organizes a women's health initiative, but things do not go as expected. Ron cares for a patient with all the answers. Bruce suffers from a crisis.

What's On Tonight (Monday 3/10): All American and Rescue: Hi-Surf

Happy Monday!

My line up only has two shows: All American and Rescue: Hi-Surf. What are you watching tonight?


8:00 PM EST

All American season 7 episode 6: Return of the Mack                        8:00 PM EST                                 CBS

Description:

Khalil must choose between lying for his father and a better path for himself. Patience gets an opportunity that tests her relationship with Coop. KJ's fake relationship with Amina draws Tori's interest.

Art of the Day: Glinda and Elphaba (Wicked)

Artwork: Glinda and Elphaba by Aminetko