Art of the Day: Read

Artwork: Read by Jarrett Lerner

This is truly how I feel, you should read whatever interest you.

Photo of the Day: All American Cast at the American Black Film Festival

This is a great picture of the cast from the All American TV series. It looks like a fun candid shot of the cast having a good time when someone started taking pictures.

A couple of weeks ago, the cast attended the American Black Film Festival to promote their show. And also for their panel All American: Getting Authentic Black Stories to the End Zone which was held on Friday, June 16th. All American is a really good show and I'm glad it was renewed for a sixth season.

Cast from L to R: Daniel Ezra, Samantha Logan, Bre-Z, Michael Evans Behling and Greta Onieogou

Photo Credit: Bre-Z (Instagram: brezofficial)

Art of the Day: Eddie and Buck

Artwork: Eddie and Buck by Nymika

Trailer: Resident Evil: Death Island

The battle against zombies continues in Resident Evil: Death Island animated movie. What seems like separate investigations turns into one horrifying fight for survival at Alcatraz. Although this is the fourth animated movie, I don't think you need to have watched the other three movies (Degeneration, Damnation and Vendetta) or the animated miniseries Infinite Darkness to see Death Island. But they are worth watching if you haven't seen them.

I believe this is the second movie that Claire Redfield, Leon S. Kennedy, Chris Redfield and Jill Valentine have been in together, the first was the live-action movie Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City. I really can't wait to see Resident Evil: Death Island which will be released on DVD/Blu ray Tuesday, July 25th.


Resident Evil: Death Island

Starring: Matthew Mercer, Stephanie Panisello, Kevin Dorman, Nicole Tompkins, Erin Cahill and more

Director: Eiichiro Hasumi

Writer: Makoto Fukami

Based on: The Resident Evil video game by Capcom

Description:

In San Francisco, Jill Valentine is dealing with a zombie outbreak and a new T-Virus, Leon S. Kennedy is on the trail of a kidnapped DARPA scientist, and Claire Redfield is investigating a monstrous fish that is killing whales in the bay. Joined by Chris Redfield and Rebecca Chambers, they discover the trail of clues from their separate cases all converge on the same location, Alcatraz Island, where a new evil has taken residence and awaits their arrival.

Most Memorable Scene and Quote: The Pudding Cup Mystery (9-1-1: Lone Star)

OH, Grumpy was definitelyyy in the room.

Catch up with the 126 anytime on @hulu! pic.twitter.com/etXFe4SlWh

— 9-1-1: Lone Star (@911LoneStar) May 6, 2023

It's 9-1-1: Lone Star Tuesday and I wanted to post this Most Memorable Scene from the episode Tongues Out (season 4 episode 14). I love this scene because Paul Strickland was going to find out who ate his snack. In the first season Pilot episode, it was shown that Paul was good at picking up on clues and solving mysteries which helped him catch an arsonist who was still at the scene of a fire.

Throughout the series, Paul has used his detective skills every now and then. Most recently in the episode Tongues Out where Paul used his skills twice. First to solve the infamous Pudding Cup Mystery and the second to figure out who killed Fire Captain Owen Strand's girlfriend Kendra's husband since Kendra was the prime suspect.

As a mystery fan, I love that Paul maybe a firefighter but his detective skills are unmatched. Also, the quote for this scene is below.

Art of the Day: Batgirl

Artwork: Batgirl by Mike Maihack

Most Memorable Scene: Maddie proposing to Chimney

It's 9-1-1 Monday! And as much as I thought the sixth season wasn't the best, it felt like mostly filler episodes leaving most of the main characters with nothing to do story wise for 18 episodes. Love in the Air (episode 17) is not one of my favorite episodes, it's okay. However, one of the best things about the episode is Howard "Chimney" Han and Maddie Buckley getting engaged.

In the prior episode Lost & Found (episode 16), Chimney was planning to propose to Maddie however, the ring went missing. This would become a running gag for both episodes with Chimney stressing out and Maddie eventually finding the ring. Which would lead to this wonderful little proposal in Love in the Air. It may not have been the proposal Chimney was planning but it's definitely something that's very special for them.

Fashion with a Cause: WGA Strike Shirts

The WGA (Writers Guild of America) has entered its ninth week of striking. And unfortunately there doesn't seem to be an end in sight. Not with negotiations with the AMPTP (Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers) still not happening. So to ensure that the writers get financial help because despite the glitz and glam of Hollywood most of the writers are paycheck to paycheck or barely earning enough to survive. And now that none of them are working there are a few organizations such as the Entertainment Community Fund set up to offer help.

Another way to help and show support for the Writers Strike is by ordering a shirt from WGA Strike Shirt. Available on the site are a variety of shirts in various colors which also includes two shirts for kids. 100% of the net proceeds from all sales will be donated to the Entertainment Community Fund. For this Fashion with a Cause post, I only included four shirts but as I stated above there are more shirts available.


Shirts

Pencils Down Unisex T-Shirt in Red                $32.00                 WGA Strike Shirts (wgastrikeshirts.com)

- Avaiable in Colors: Red, Black Heather and True Royal
- Sizes: XS-4XL

Monday Motivation: Learn or Try Something New

Happy Monday!

Want to keep your mind nimble and quick? The answer is to learn or try something new. I think sometimes we get stuck in our ways and don't step out of our comfort zone to try or learn new things. It keeps us stagnant and not growing and experiencing new things. According to research, it doesn't matter what new things we try, our brain will benefit from it. And plus, you don't even have to be good at it, the main thing is simply to learn something new.

So whether you're trying to learn a new language, learn to play music, learn about new topics or subjects, try a new sport or exercise, a video game, a recipe, reading a different genre, seeing a play, watch a new (or new to you) show or trying new hobbies in general. There are so many things we could learn about or try and the good thing is, it can all increase our cognitive ability. So take the time and try or learn something new. Why not start today, what's something new you would like to learn or try?

Art of the Day: Ariel and Flounder (The Little Mermaid)

Artwork: The Little Mermaid by Lukas Werneck

Entertainment News #26: Cancelled Shows

Happy Saturday! Well, it's probably not so happy for those connected to these shows:

- It's disappointing to hear that the animated series Star Trek: Prodigy has been cancelled after one season by Paramount Plus. I really liked this show, it had a similar vibe to Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels. I find the cancellation really disappointing because the show was already renewed for a second season. So far, the only reason for the show being cancelled is that Paramount Plus is merging with Showtime and the streaming service has decided not to continue with the show.

To make matters worse, the show will be removed from the streaming service on Tuesday (June 27th). However, there is some slightly good news, the company that created Star Trek: Prodigy announced that the second season is in post-production. And they will try to find a new channel or streaming service for it. Star Trek: Prodigy isn't the only show that's cancelled and removed by Paramount Plus: Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, Queen of the Universe and The Game can also be added to the ever growing cancelled shows list.

- NBC has cancelled the rebooted Magnum P.I. after five seasons. The show will officially end after the last 10 episodes air for the upcoming second half of the fifth season. Magnum P.I. was already saved once when NBC picked it up after the show had gotten cancelled by CBS after the fourth season.

Although, I never watched Magnum P.I., I knew the show had a pretty good following which is probably why NBC picked it up. But maybe after moving to a different network, the viewers didn't follow, who knows?

Entertainment News #25: School Spirits, Station 19 and The Flash Movie

- School Spirits has been renewed by Paramount Plus for a second season. I was surprised by how good the first season was. Not only were the writers able to pull off an intriguing murder mystery that truly had me captivated the entire time. Which is rare but they also created some interesting characters. I really can’t wait to see what's going to happen next season.

The Writers' Strike is now in its eighth week

I can't believe the WGA (Writers Guild of America) has been on strike for eight weeks. The writers who have been joined by various union organizations have been striking for a fair contract with the AMPTP (Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers). But to me, it feels like at this point the Studios are trying to pretend as if the writers don't exist. Or they are trying to wait them out and see if the writers will break and accept whatever crappy deal they will try to offer them.

As of now, the AMPTP has not even bothered to negotiate or meet with the writers. I really hope that the writers will get the contract that they are fighting for because shouldn't they get paid for all the work that goes with doing their job. Instead the people running these Studios try to find all the different ways to keep all the money and only give the writers a small amount, if that.

(Photo Credit: Madison Swart    Instagram: madisonswart)

Beauty: Osea Undaria Algae Body Butter

The Osea Undaria Algae Body Butter is product is I keep hearing good things about. It's supposed to be super hydrating especially if you have really dry skin. And I'm always looking for products that moisturize my skin. As rich as this looks, it looks it would also be a good overnight moisturizing treatment for my hands and feet.

If any of you have used this beauty product, what did you think of it? Is it good? Did it work? Let me know.

Osea Undaria Algae Body Butter                   Retail Price: $26 (1.7 oz)             $56 (6.7 oz)

Most Memorable Scene: Buck and Eddie's reactions to Eddie being trapped underground

It's 9-1-1 Monday and I want to talk about Evan "Buck" Buckley and Edmundo "Eddie" Diaz's reactions to Eddie being trapped underground in the episode Eddie Begins (season 3 episode 15). First, I want to start with Buck, he completely lost it. There was no professionalism in that moment, he was absolutely devastated. His reaction was totally shocking because he was screaming for Eddie while deliriously digging in the mud by hand. Not to mention Fire Captain Robert "Bobby" Nash realizing how distraught Buck was had to pull him away from digging which resulted in Buck defeatedly crying, sobbing and falling back against him.

I find it interesting that Bobby, Henrietta "Hen" Wilson and Howard "Chimney" Han were not only trying to reassure Buck that Eddie was alive but they were trying to do everything they can to figure out how to rescue him. Because Buck really wasn't acting like a First Responder, he was acting like a grieving widow whose only thoughts were of trying to rescue the love of his life.

Meanwhile, you have Eddie trapped underground frantically trying to let them know he's still alive. You can hear the despair in his voice especially since his radio is either broken or he's too far underground for a signal to go through. And since there's no way to radio his team, if he wants to get out of there alive he's going to have to figure out a way to save himself. And thankfully that's what Eddie was able to do which I'll post another time because the montage scene is definitely something worth posting.

When I look back at this scene, I feel like this should have lead to Buck and Eddie getting together because Buck's reaction to Eddie being trapped underground was truly something else. That was not a platonic reaction especially since the other members of the team were also worried about Eddie but they didn't start sobbing and crying unlike Buck.

Happy Juneteenth!

Juneteenth might be a newly recognized holiday but it's been celebrated for years. This holiday represents the opportunities, freedom, and promises that were in the horizon for Black people especially those who were formerly enslaved for years after freedom had been granted. And in spite of all the challenges they had to endure, they found ways to celebrate their freedom.

Juneteenth makes you appreciated the history and all the progress that continues to be made despite the pushback. While also continuing to fight for change and find ways to continue to celebrate.

What does Juneteenth mean to you?

Video Source: JuVee Productions

Happy Father's Day! (+ a Geeky Holiday List)

I want to wish all the fathers a very Happy Father's Day!

My dad's a quiet guy, he may not be big on words but his kindness and actions have always shown all his love. I want to say to all of the fathers, please know there is no perfect way to be a dad. But if you show your child or children how much you love, care, respect and support them. That will go a long way and to them you will always be the perfect dad.

I hope that we all have a great day spending time celebrating with our dads. And to anyone who is unable to be with their dad or doesn't have the best experiences with their dad, I very much wish you a happy day.

However you're celebrating Father's Day, I want to wish everyone a wonderful holiday or Sunday. I hope the day is filled with good times and good food. And if you're looking for something to watch, below is my Geeky Holiday List.

Book of Interest: You're Not Supposed to Die Tonight

I love a good horror movie and book which is why I'm super excited for this soon to be published (as in on Tuesday) book You're Not Supposed to Die Tonight by Kalynn Bayron. It seems like an interest take on the Friday the 13th movies, can you imagine a fun summer job turning into a fight for your life? I can't wait to read this, I might pre-order it, my local bookstore actually has a good deal.

Book: You're Not Supposed to Die Tonight by Kalynn Bayron

Publication Date: June 20, 2023

Description:

At Camp Mirror Lake, terror is the name of the game . . . but can you survive the night?

This heart-pounding slasher by New York Times bestselling author Kalynn Bayron is perfect for fans of Fear Street.

Charity has the summer job of her dreams, playing the “final girl” at Camp Mirror Lake. Guests pay to be scared in this full-contact terror game, as Charity and her summer crew recreate scenes from a classic slasher film, The Curse of Camp Mirror Lake. The more realistic the fear, the better for business.

But the last weekend of the season, Charity's co-workers begin disappearing. And when one ends up dead, Charity's role as the final girl suddenly becomes all too real. If Charity and her girlfriend Bezi hope to survive the night, they'll need figure out what this killer is after. As they unravel the bloody history of the real Mirror Lake, Charity discovers that there may be more to the story than she ever suspected . . .

Quote: Danford and Kimmy Schmidt

Danford: You got moves, Kimmy.

Kimmy: Oh, I just dance like no one's watching, even though I have a neighbor who always is.

~ Danford and Kimmy Schmidt, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt season 4 episode 4: Kimmy Disrupts the Paradigm!

(Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt season 4 episode 4: Kimmy Disrupts the Paradigm!)

Art of the Day: Batman

Artwork: Batman '89 #1 cover by Joe Quinones

Hiatus Watch: Never Have I Ever season 4 and Ted Lasso

What shows are you watching during hiatus? I've been watching Based on a True Story on Peacock and so far I really like it. I also want to start watching the fourth and final season of Never Have I Ever. The season had premiered June 8th on Netflix but didn't quite get around to watching it then. I really like this little series and these amazingly weird yet wonderful characters. It's senior year for Devi, Fabiola and Eleanor and I'm sure they are going to make so many bad decisions especially Devi and I can't wait to watch it. I'm a little sad to see the show end but it's better to end a series while it's still good and loved by fans and viewers than when the show goes bad and start losing viewers.

Another show I want to watch is Ted Lasso on Apple TV+. After watching The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers and Big Shots which both shows used to air on Disney+ (I still can't believe they removed so many shows and movies from both Disney+ and Hulu), I was looking for something else that was sporty to watch. I would always hear so many things about Ted Lasso, some good and some bad but it always seemed like an interesting show. So I figured during hiatus, I'd finally watch it.


New

Never Have I Ever season 4 (Netflix)

Starring: Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Poorna Jagannathan, Darren Barnet, Richa Moorjani, Benjamin Norris, Jaren Lewison, Lee Rodriguez, Ramona Young, John McEnroe, Megan Suri, Niecy Nash, Sarayu Blue, Ranjita Chakravarty and more

Creators: Mindy Kaling and Lang Fisher

Description:

The complicated life of a first-generation Indian-American teenage girl, inspired by Mindy Kaling's own childhood.

Throwback Thursday and Most Memorable Scene: Darla and Drusilla crash the Wolfram & Hart Party (Angel)

It's been a while since I've watched any episode of Angel but somehow I always remember this scene from the episode Reunion (season 2 episode 10). Because it was so shocking, I wasn't expecting Angel to have simply closed and locked the door on the sleazy, slimy, evil lawyers of Wolfram & Hart.

He's the hero, you expect him to save them even if they are horrible. But at that point those lawyers had continued to play a big role in so many terrible supernatural things happening not only in Los Angeles but in the world. Not to mention, they purposely brought back Darla thinking that would affect Angel. Which it did but not in the way they had hoped. And in the end, it cost nearly all of them in that room their lives. I believe only Lindsey McDonald and Lilah Morgan were the only ones that survived.

Total side note: Drusilla was so zany and completely out there. But if I recall, back when Angel was evil, he had tortured and tormented Drusilla before turning her into a vampire. But don't quote me on that, it's been a while since I've rewatched either Buffy the Vampire Slayer or Angel. So I'm going on memory (which I may or may not be misremembering).

Photo: Sarah Michelle Gellar

Here's a photo for Scooby-Doo fans! When actress Sarah Michelle Gellar was at Universal Studios Hollywood, she poised for a picture standing in front of the iconic Mystery Machine. For anyone who doesn't know, Gellar played Daphne Blake in the live-action Scooby-Doo movies: Scooby-Doo and Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed.

I'm a big Scooby-Doo fan and I normally prefer watching the animated shows and movies. However, I surprisingly really enjoyed watching all five of the live-action Scooby-Doo movies: Scooby-Doo, Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed, Scooby-Doo! The Mystery Begins, Scooby-Doo! Curse of the Lake Monster and Daphne & Velma. It's been a while, maybe I'll rewatch them.

Photo Credit: Sarah Michelle Gellar  (Instagram: sarahmgellar)

Fashion Meets Star Styles: Natacha Karam's Striped Top and Orange Pants

I like Natacha Karam getaway chic outfit, it's cute, colorful and casual. But the most important thing is, it looks very comfortable. She looks like she could enjoy a day of sightseeing around Italy without worrying about what she's wearing. This is such a fun look, I thought it would be perfect for a Fashion Meets Star Style post.

Photo Credit: Natacha Karam  (Instagram: natacha.karam)

Quote: Howard Han, Edmundo Diaz and Evan Buckley

Chimney: That's the first time she smiled.

Eddie: You sure that's a smile? That's the same face Buck makes when he's gassy.

Buck: I will take that as a compliment, 'cause it just means she looks like her Uncle Buck.

~ Howard "Chimney" Han, Edmundo "Eddie" Diaz and Evan "Buck" Buckley, 9-1-1 season 4 episode 10: Parenthood

(9-1-1 season 4 episode 10: Parenthood)

Entertainment News: Gotham Knights TV Series Cancelled

I guess you can add Gotham Knights to the cancelled shows list. It's being reported that although The CW renewed Superman & Lois for a fourth yet shortened season. Unfortunately, Gotham Knights didn't make the cut and will end the first season with the last two episodes that will air Tuesdays, June 20th and 27th.

I've been watching the 3rd season of Superman & Lois and the show continues to be a good series despite my continued annoyance with Lana Lang and her family. However, I never got around to watching Gotham Knights, but I'm not surprised it was cancelled. The premise never really caught my interest with Bruce Wayne being murdered and his adopted son Tyler Hayes (some randomly created original character for the show) formed an unlikely team with Carrie Kelly along with the children of Batman’s enemies: Duela Dent, Stephanie Brown, Harper Row and her brother Cullen when they are all framed for killing Bruce Wayne.

To center a show around Harvey Dent/Two-Face and random either originally created characters or lesser known characters (although Stephanie Brown is one of my favorite characters) didn't seem like a good move. Especially with killing off fan favorite Bruce Wayne/Batman.

Surprisingly the random concept worked for the Gotham TV series that ran for five seasons on FOX. Because it had an interesting take that centered around a young Bruce Wayne and other random characters and the constant chaos in Gotham. However, the random concept didn't work for the short lived Birds of Prey TV series that only stayed on for one season on The WB. The show centered around a small group of heroes (Helena Kyle/Huntress, Barbara Gordon/Oracle and Dinah Redmond (Lance)) trying to protect Gotham after Bruce Wayne/Batman mysteriously left the city. It was a poorly written and executed show that didn't know what to do with either the characters or the story.

Maybe I'll get around to watching Gotham Knights and maybe it's better than the premise but the premise should have been something interesting centered around a better group of characters.

(Gotham Knights)

Quote: Andrea Sachs and Lily Goodwin (The Devil Wears Prada)

Andy: Oh, one more... little thing.

Lily: Gasp!

Andy: Do you want it?

Lily: Gimme... gimme, gimme, gimme!

Andy: I think she likes it.

Lily: Oh my God! This is the new Marc Jacobs. This is sold out everywhere. Where did you get this?

Andy: Miranda didn't want it so...

Lily: Oh no. This bag is nineteen hundred dollars. I cannot take this from her.

Andy: Yeah you can.

~ Andrea "Andy" Sachs and Lily Goodwin, The Devil Wears Prada

(The Devil Wears Prada)

Fandom: Congratulations to iCarly Fans for Carly and Freddie Going Canon

Happy Sunday and Congratulations to iCarly fans for Carly Shay and Fredward "Freddie" Benson finally going canon in the iCarly revival episode iMake New Memories (season 3 episode 3) on Paramount Plus. As happy as I am for Carly and Freddie fans, it's still a little bittersweet because I liked Sam Puckett and Freddie being together in the original iCarly series. They had this weird chaotic energy that I just loved so much.

While Carly and Freddie were never my favorite non-canon couple (at the time), that doesn't mean I can't be happy for the fans who have been waiting a long time for this to happen between Carly and Freddie. So to all of them, I say Congratulations. I truly love when fans get to celebrate.

(iCarly season 3 episode 3: iMake New Memories)

And not to make this about 9-1-1 but with so many popular non-canon couples finally becoming canon, it's also bittersweet that Evan "Buck" Buckley and Edmundo "Eddie" Diaz are still not given the chance to go canon. It's starting to make me feel like the 9-1-1/SpongeBob Squarepants meme (below) that I've also seen so many other Buck and Eddie fans have posted.

I know I've said this so many times but if either Buck or Eddie had been a woman then they would have already been together by the third or fourth season. But unfortunately non-canon straight couples are more likely to go canon than non-canon gay, lesbian, etc. couples which is so disappointing. But that's not going to stop me from posting about them and why they should be canon.

Anyway, again I want to say Congratulations to Carly and Freddie fans. It's been 15 year in the making but it finally happened.

Fashion Meets Fandom: May Grant's Graphic T-Shirt and Pants

I love that the color pink has been making a comeback over the years. At one point, it was weird that the color was being avoided because it was seen as too girly, too cutesy or for kids. But pink is such a bright and cheerful color that anyone can wear. I love this outfit that May Grant wore in the 9-1-1 sixth season 10 episode In a Flash. When I first watched this episode, I knew as soon as I saw her outfit, it would be perfect for Fashion Meets Fandom.

(9-1-1 season 6 episode 10: In a Flash)

Art of the Day: Mystique

Artwork: Mystique by Aaron Bartling

Trailer: Good Omens season 2

I can't wait to see the second season of Good Omens which premieres on Friday, July 28th on Amazon Prime. I also need to read the book the show is based on, Good Omens by Neil Gaiman. The book is sitting on my shelf and has been for quite some time.

Anyway, back to the show, this season looks like it's going to be fun and ridiculous. I love Aziraphale and Crowley, they are the perfect opposite attract duo. And now add in Gabriel, his issues and them trying to help him, this is going to be an absolute mess, that I can't wait to see.


Good Omens (Amazon Prime)

Fashion meets Fandom: Rory Gilmore's Backpack

When Lorelai "Rory" Gilmore started attending Chilton Preparatory School, her old backpack which was a small and cute brown leather (or faux leather) backpack, wasn't going to work. Attending Chilton brought with it more class assignments and homework and Rory also needed to get caught up to the level of her new classmates. Which is why she needed a bigger and more sturdier backpack.

Video: Veronica Mars Theme Song and Opening Credits

I haven't rewatched Veronica Mars in a long time but lately I've been thinking about it. This is such a good show that I wish had stayed on longer than three seasons. It's an eye-opening gritty mystery series centered around high school student Veronica Mars.

It might have only had three seasons but it did return a few years later with: a movie (which is very good), two books (I reviewed one of them Veronica Mars: Mr. Kiss and Tell by Rob Thomas and Jennifer Graham) and a revival season on Hulu (which I still haven't seen).

I don't know why I've been thinking about this show but I ended up finding this video of the theme song and opening credits. Although the theme song "We Used to Be Friends" by The Dandy Warhols wasn't written for the show but it really is a perfect fit for it.

Quote: Robert Nash and College Student (9-1-1)

Bobby: You didn’t think a dog named Hoover would eat anything he could find?

College Student: I don’t know. Did President Hoover eat random things?

Bobby: Hoover, like the vacuum.

College Student: Oh.

~ Robert "Bobby" Nash and College Student, 9-1-1 season 6 episode 4: Animal Instincts

(gif Credit: mattoidmeerkat)

(9-1-1 season 6 episode 4: Animal Instincts)

Video: Quinta Brunson (Writers' Strike)

The Writers' Strike is currently in its sixth week and counting and I fully support what they are fighting for. And I wish them all the best and hope that they get the contracts that they deserve.

With that said, I wanted to post this slightly older video (it's from the third week) of writer and actress Quinta Brunson (who created the hit TV series Abbott Elementary) talking about the strike. She makes a lot of good points because these writers are currently without jobs and they are fighting to get back to them. As much as I love watching TV especially my favorite shows, there are no shows with the writers and they deserve to get paid what they are worth.

Video Source: Writers Guild Of America West  (Instagram: writersguildwest)

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Beauty Find: Supergoop! Hydrating Lipstick

I feel I have been neglecting the beauty section of this geeky lifestyle blog. There are quite a few beauty products that I have been thinking of getting or at least interested in. For instance, I have really been think of getting one (if not all) of these hydrating lipsticks from Supergoop! They are supposed to be universally flattering for all skin tones and not to mention built in sun protection.

My only problem is trying to figure out which shade I'd want to buy first. Because I think all the colors look great and I would wear all of them.

Lipshade 100% Mineral SPF 30 Hydrating Lipstick            $24.00 each                Supergoop! (supergoop.com)

- 100% Mineral
- Cruelty Free

Home & Garden: RuPaul's Home Tour (Architectural Digest)

Looking for a little home and garden inspiration, well you have to take a look at RuPaul's magnificent home. There is no fear of color here because every room that he showed is bursting with almost every shade and not to mention eye-catching patterns. I just love the closets, especially his drag costume closet that can double as a museum exhibit. Every room in the house and the outside spaces are fantastic, this is just a beautiful amazing home.

Photo: Rafael Silva, Ronen Rubinstein, Sierra McClain and Natacha Karam at Dream It Convention

These are some great shots of actors Rafael Silva, Ronen Rubinstein, Sierra McClain and Natacha Karam. These photos were taken Saturday (June 3rd) during the 9-1-1: Lone Star panel at the Dream It Convention: First Responders Reunion in Paris, France.

Total side note, I love how Rafael and Ronen black/white and gray outfits and Sierra and Natacha's orange paisley/orange outfits perfectly complement each other. I wonder if that was planned or fun little coincidence?

Photo Credit: Ash (Instagram: acroke_photography)

Hiatus Watch: Based on a True Story

Happy Sunday!

The summer TV season is just getting started and Based on a True Story is one of the shows I'm most psyched for. The eight episode first season will premiere on Peacock on Thursday, June 8th. I love a good mystery series, I never get tired of seeing them. I already love Murders in the Building on Hulu and I can't wait to see Based on a True Story. So, they are trying to find a murderer and possibly make money on it and from the trailer it looks like they are going to find themselves in the middle of a lot of trouble.

Although, I'm a big fan of mysteries, I'm not a fan of true crime books, shows, podcast, etc. I really don't want to know the real life horrors of murders and murderers but I can enjoy the fictional take on it.

What shows are you excited to see this summer?

Based on a True Story (Peacock)

Starring: Kaley Cuoco, Chris Messina, Liana Liberato, Tom Bateman, Priscilla Quintana, Brandon Keener, Belmont Cameli, Lizze Broadway, Yvonne Senat Jones, Miles Mussenden, Britney Ortiz, Natalia Dyer and more

Creator: Craig Rosenberg

Description:

A realtor, a former tennis star, and a plumber seize a unique opportunity to capitalize on America's obsession with true crime.

Art of the Day: Phoenix (Jean Grey)

Artwork: Phoenix by Leviathan

Fandom Friday: Random Fandom Thoughts #35: 9-1-1 Bad Romances and Mighty Morphin Power Rangers 30th Anniversary Special

Happy Friday! I know it's been a while but I'm posting Fandom Friday and it's early. So what are some of your fandom thoughts? Well, here are a few of mine:

- I recently rewatched the first season of 9-1-1 and I always got the feeling that Fire Captain Robert "Bobby" Nash didn't really think 9-1-1 Dispatcher Abigail "Abby" Clark was right for Firefighter Evan "Buck" Buckley. But since Bobby gave Firefighter Howard "Chimney" Han his honest opinion about Chimney's relationship with Tatiana in the episode Next of Kin (season 1 episode 3). This resulted in Chimney not only getting mad at Bobby but also ending up in a serious car accident. Chimney's accident proved that Tatiana was not the one for him since she couldn't even be bothered to go to the hospital to see him.

Quote: Eve and Villanelle (Killing Eve)

Eve: I have lost two jobs, a husband and a best friend because of you.

Villanelle: Yeah, but you got some really nice clothes out of it, so...

~ Eve Polastri and Villanelle, Killing Eve season 1 episode 8: God, I'm Tired

(Killing Eve season 1 episode 8: God, I'm Tired)

Happy June and Pride Month!

It's the first day of a new month and I feel good and positive about June. Hopefully this month will be good for everyone. Now as for Pride, I want to wish everyone in the LBGTQ+ community a very happy month especially to any of my readers who may not have to fortune to be able to be out. Every month should be Pride Month because you should be able to love who you are and celebrate your community and not have to deal with all this hate that is directed at your community.

So, happy Pride Month to everyone but most especially to anyone who is: closeted, questioning, afraid to come out, struggling with repression, don't really know what label you want to use, or prefer to be unlabeled, etc. The point is that no matter your struggle or situation you are still celebrated for Pride.

You should feel safe to be yourself in this world. But unfortunately, times are tough and in some places very dangerous right now, but hopefully everyone can continue to fight back against these hateful laws and policies to try to make the world a better place. So please celebrate this month and every month.

Happy June and Happy Pride Month! Also Happy belated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, which was for May. I can't believe I forgot to post something.