Maybe it’s just me, but
Maybe it’s just me, but despite the fact that I wasn’t a big fan of the Lord of The Rings franchise (although the scene with Legolas and the elephant made me squeal like a little girl), I am thrilled these movies were made and even more thrilled that they were popular. This has little to do with any interest in vastly overrated mid 20th century fantasy or an appreciation of elvish fashion, Peter Jackson, Orlando Bloom’s ass, or a desire to visit New Zealand.
Frankly, after 35 years of Star Trek and 25 years of Star Wars, I am positively giddy that the geeks of the world have something new to obsess about. Not that I will ever tire of the still popular Kirk vs Picard debate. Suggestion guys: Turn off the monitor, shave that Wookie-esque face, go outside, and talk to an actual girl.
Hell, start with her . Thanks Sheila, for the inspiration behind this post. Now quit blog surfing and go outside too. Jesus girl, the internet isn't going anywhere. I promise.
Comments
I think I love Sheila.
Posted by: crazy jane | January 19, 2004 12:53 PM
Jimbo, thanks for directing me to Sheila - you will hear from me when I have no work done ;)
Posted by: Noggie | January 19, 2004 04:03 PM
Dude, I can't go outside! It's about 2 degrees here. I can't meander through the sunny sidewalks interacting with humanity. It's too cold.
But thanks for the link. I am a major geek. Major. I've known it for years but it is only in the last couple of months that I have truly embraced my geekiness.
Posted by: red | January 20, 2004 05:42 AM
we ALL love sheila.
Posted by: the mighty jimbo | January 20, 2004 08:40 AM