The PLAGUE... and maybe an Avenger :)

So I had the plague yesterday. Missed work and life. Sleep was my best friend.
I'm feeling better, mostly alive. Only partially dead. So I decided I should share some cool things.

I apologize if my pen pal that I'm sending this too see's it. But here's my first Pocket Letter. I admit I'm not stuffing them with as much stuff as others might. Part of my fascination with them is that they look like mini scrapbooks. The stuff is just bonus for me, but I managed to figure out a way to get SOMETHING in every pocket :) YAY.

I have 5 plus more to make. I'll hopefully get a better picture of the next ones. But I think you get the idea of it from my crappy photo!.

This made me snarf: Deadpool and SpiderMan. I'm not going to post the pic here... just go see it. I started watching the show on Netflix just haven't gotten that far yet.

Found HERE

Oky, so for all the geeks out there I decided I had a Mom win the other day when my Daughter (4 years old) told my mom a story about how her and my brother (her Uncle Kristan) would fight "Ultron with the Red and Black Face". She insists on that part, saying "the Red and Black Faced Ultron not the other one" -I'm sure the other one she's talking about is the Silver Bodied one but I haven't found a picture of a Red and Black faced one. Now Uncle Kristan has muscles so he can fight Ultron and beat him up. Between her and Uncle Kristan they would defeat Ultron and then our Miniature Dachshund (Tank) would pee on Ultron's Foot.

My Batman Girl from November 2013

When I heard the story from her and from my mom all I could think of was I was a proud Geek Mom. :) I, of course, told her that she and her Uncle Kristan could definitely defeat Ultron. She responded saying she still needs a Pym Costume.

From Here

I guess I need to go Material Shopping.

On other Ultron News... have you watched the new trailer yet?? If not go Here! NOW. Go!

So excited. So impatient!!!

Until Next Time!
Keep on Geekin' On.
Angie

Jupiter Ascending to New Pen Pals.

So last night I went and saw Jupiter Ascending with a friend of mine. After reading some very mixed reviews (and I never read reviews fully because I don't like all the spoilers) I decided to go into the movie with a lowered expectation on what it will be.

From HERE

Well I was pleasantly surprised. The stuff was SO COOL. Who doesn't want metal wings, and anti-gravity roller blades, and mechs?? Seriously! I loved the fins on the ships to the different looks of each faction. No it wasn't an Oscar worthy script, but what movie that is an action movie is?? I'm a fan of anything from Die Hard to Hairspray. The fights were good, the air battles were neat. The attitude of Mila Kunis was awesome. What else do you need??

I would kind of like them to make a sequel to see what happens with the other two siblings at the end (I'm being vague so that I don't spoil things for anyone). I would like to see how she deals with things after the initial encounter in this movie. But all in all it was pretty and fun and exactly what I like to see in theaters.

On a different note.

Yesterday I went shopping and bought ALL THE THINGS. All the things this weekend were scrapbook/ pocket pen pal/ iggle swap related. I think I spent WAY too much money but it was so fun and some of the stuff I got was really cool.

If you want to sign up for a Pocket Pen Pal (even one time swaps) then select the button below. The nice thing with the Pocket Letter Pals is that they don't care if you are geeky or normal. I like that I can do a little of everything this way. I think I have 5 people I'm swapping with at the moment. We'll see where that goes.

For the IGGPPC it's for girls and boys alike (even though it says Geek Girl, boys don't need to be shy). It's a great outlet for all things geek and non-geeky alike. I have met some pretty amazing people on here.

I'm very excited to start making Pocket Letters. I'm going to try and create a Geeky Group on the Pocket Letter Pals site so that anyone who wants to be in both sites can link up on either site.

So if you are on either feel free to find me and add me as a friend, find other friends. Just join and have a blast. No pressure no stress.

Other that these lovelies (which I will start posting finished pockets soon). I had a wonderful time at my daughter's Monster High/Avengers Birthday party. Although she decided on adding Avengers, I had already had a full Monster High theme prepared. Here's a copy of my final Cake:

And a pic of my daughter blowing out her candles.

I'm hoping to get a good picture of her in the dress I made but didn't manage it with all the excitement of her birthday and stuff.

So, until next time.
Keep on Geekin' On.
Angie

POCKET LETTERS are so cool... Swappity Swap Swap (last Lists)

So today I feel like I am JOINING ALL THE THINGS. One of the lovely Iggles have got me onto these cool things called Pocket Letters.

Found HERE

As someone who wants to receive stuff in the mail that is NOT bills, I like the idea of having a ton of pen pals. But I'm going to have to try and refrain from having ALL the PENPALS. If you want to join I've met some really nice ladies through the Facebook group. All the information can be found HERE!

I can't wait to make some geeky and not so geeky sleeves of pretty things.

Found HERE

Other than this, the geek community is saddened today by the loss of Leonard Nemoy. I was also saddened by how few people in my office knew who he was. Maybe this geeky lady needs to find new work compatriots LOL. But until that point I will be remember the man for the legacy that he left. Let us not be saddened by his loss but rejoice in all he has given us.

May you always Live Long and Prosper Mr. Nemoy.

And now for the last of my lists:

Day 27: Encouragement for House Granger

1) You can do anything you want to do.
2) The world is your playground (how cliche can I get)
3) This too shall pass.
4) Highschool isn't the end... those who do the best in highschool do not always do the best in life. A balance of fun and serious is needed for personal success.
5) Be happy! Don't let others let you down.
6) Math is fun... say it with me "Math IS FUN!"

Day 28: To Do MARCH

1) Survive another month.
2) Get all my pen pals and swaps (Geeky and otherwise) out to their recipients.
3) Sleep when I can.
4) Truely enjoy spending time with my kids.
5) Continue embracing my loves so that they flourish.

Bonus: Things I learned from the Heroes I grew up with

1) You Can Do It!
2) Knowing is half the battle.
3) A little bit can go a long way.
4) Don't let the ground hit you on the way down.
5) Put one foot in front of the other and soon you'll be walking 'cross the floor. Put one foot in front of the other and soon you'll be walking out the door.
6) Good things can happen to bad people just as Bad things can happen to Good people. It's what you do afterwards that counts.
7) Never give up, never stop swimming.

So Until Monday (being my weekends are a little nuts)
Keep on Geekin' on big world!
Angie

James Gunn Rocks... and other cool stuff. (and a list lol)

So today I found an awesome response by James Gunn in relation to the Oscars and their snubbing of the big box comic movies. I believe in everything that he said. Any medium (big or small) will have people putting just as much heart and emotion in it... as well as those using those mediums for personal gain. I have never felt the Oscars were a fair assessment of the talent used in film making or those associated with films. Why should the only films recognized be the most obtrusive, film festival, or dramatic genres?? How come there is such a divide in the industry...??

Found HERE

Well here's James Gunn's Response:

James Gunn

February 23 at 3:04pm · Edited · 

I didn't really find the Jack Black superhero jokes offensive, did you guys? It was, like, a joke. I'm not sure if you guys noticed, but the writing on the Oscars didn't seem to be all that well thought out.

As far as Dan Gilroy saying that attendees of the Independent Spirit Awards have survived against a "tsunami of superhero films" - well it seems a bit weird coming from a guy whose wife has acted in two Thor films - really, that seems like you've drowned horribly in that tsunami. But I know I just kind of make up stuff as I go along on these awards shows, so I'll give him the benefit of the doubt.

Whatever the case, the truth is, popular fare in any medium has always been snubbed by the self-appointed elite. I've already won more awards than I ever expected for Guardians. What bothers me slightly is that many people assume because you make big films that you put less love, care, and thought into them then people do who make independent films or who make what are considered more serious Hollywood films.

I've made B-movies, independent films, children's movies, horror films, and gigantic spectacles. I find there are plenty of people everywhere making movies for a buck or to feed their own vanity. And then there are people who do what they do because they love story-telling, they love cinema, and they want to add back to the world some of the same magic they've taken from the works of others. In all honesty, I do no find a strikingly different percentage of those with integrity and those without working within any of these fields of film.

If you think people who make superhero movies are dumb, come out and say we're dumb. But if you, as an independent filmmaker or a "serious" filmmaker, think you put more love into your characters than the Russo Brothers do Captain America, or Joss Whedon does the Hulk, or I do a talking raccoon, you are simply mistaken.

Found on his Facebook account.

*Slow Clap*

As any comic fan arguing over beloved characters can attest too, comics come from a love and passion just a fierce (if not scary at times) as any "Serious" filmaker's love of their art. Most recent Comic Directors have a love of the medium, character and genre.

But I digress... Here's something cool!

Found HERE

I haven't read a lot of Manga or watched a lot of Anime in comparison with others I know. But I do like most of the Studio Ghibli stuff and the fact that I could get this cute, and slightly understated sweater is just awesome. If I could get understated Comic-y Clothing and Fan stuff, that was work appropriate. I would probably wear it all the time. That's it! Someone needs to make stuff for the Office Geek... Professionally Geeky Clothing!

Oky so off to my list!

Day 26: Iggles you should meet!
There's only one answer appropriate... ALL of them! I have had such an amazing time recently getting to know a group of Iggles from different houses through Twitter and online. I have been making new connections and new friends. It's such an amazing feeling getting to know people who have similar interests to you.

If you don't know what an IGGLE is then you need to go HERE!!!!

Well that's all for tonight.
Keep on Geekin' On!
Angie

Some cool things (and a list... 3 days left)

So for our Wednesday Addams day, between working and taking brakes I managed to find some pretty cool geeky things online today. 

First off here's our Ode to Wednesday!

Found Here

Like most Gothy, Punky or just alternative little girls (meaning any girl not in love with Pink and Frills) we all loved Wednesday Addams. Instead of embracing my inner Bitch (as some are want to say) I'm embracing my inner Wednesday. Now wouldn't it be cool to have an Addams Family Movie with the Characters at the age they are now?? I wonder if Christina Ricci would actually be willing to play her iconic role or if , as some actors express, she doesn't like the character. I would love to see how she feels about being such a cult classic. 

On another note.

When I was a kid I never read Lord of the Rings. As a confession, I own the books (and the Movies) but I have never managed to read through the novels. I have no problem with dry or descriptive writing, and it may be because I watched the movies first, but I have never connected to the books the way some have. I have, however, always loved Dune. Do not watch the old Sting movie if you love the books. But if you are looking for a pretty good movie-ish adaptation I would totally suggest the Mini Series.  

Found Here

The did Dune (where they combined Dune and the Messiah of Dune) and the Children of Dune (which is the next book of the same name) in mini series. Both are pretty close (for a mini series) and have enough of the original feel to it that I like them. 

Well today I found this:

Found Here

All I can say is "The Mystery of life isn't a problem to solve, but a reality to experience." Well we've experienced Gummy Dune now!!! 

Another thing today was this:

Found Here

With a note saying there will be a big announcement in 8 days... seriously?? I have to wait 8 days??? That's like TORTURE!! But I'll manage to take a deep breath and survive. Once announced I'm sure we'll talk about it here. 

Now for a List:

Day 25: Least Favourite Words

1) You can't do that!

2) Intolerance

3) Rudeness.

4) Bro

5) Man (as hey man)

6) Wazzup

7) Cancelled

Well, on to another Geeky Night!

Keep on Geekin' on. 

Angie

Excitement over a Poster... and a list.

Look at this poster:

From HERE

I like that you have the Heroes, no gratuitous but picture from Blackwidow and we can see Quicksilver and the Scarlet Witch in the back. Now I'm not 100% sure I care about the Ultron story line but I am interested to see how they do it and what they change from it. I'm not totally sad that Ant Man won't be in this one, but I kinda hope they add Wasp to the Ant Man series.

I'm also looking forward to more Science Brothers stuff from Bruce Banner and Tony Stark. 

This weekend I'm actually thinking of going to see Jupiter Ascending.

from HERE

I know it has very mixed reviews, but I believe if you go into a movie with low expectations then all you can do is be pleasantly surprised or at least not disappointed. I'll let you know what I think on Monday.

But for now here's my Day 24 list. Only a few more days left.

Inspire:

1) Laurell K Hamilton (because her methods always inspire me)
2) Jessica Nigri (I hope to be able to make stuff as well as she does)
3) My Dad (because who's dad isn't inspiration)
4) Pinterest! Cause there is so much talent out there.

So until next time,
Keep on Geeking on.

Angie

Stationary and Lists

So, with the joys of getting some awesome geeky penpals and doing some fun Geeky swaps I've decided that I should try my hand at creating my own stationery. I haven't actually managed it yet but I am currently looking for any clipart or ideas to pull from to create these stationeries.

I thought the above one was cute. I found it online HERE and thought it was nice that it had lines as well as the little decals. I'm wondering if I want to print some at the standard sizes (which is smaller than the 8 1/2 x 11 paper size) or if I should just print them at letter size.

Once I get a few made (and maybe shipped) I'll post them on here for all to view.

But for now, it has been a busy weekend so today will be mostly lists:

Day 21: Guilty Pleasures

1) Chip and Dip... Philadelphia Onion Dip Only!
2) Candy! Fuzzy peached, cherry blasters, you name it.
3) Buying hardcover books... nothing is the same.
4) Dolls.... anything that's a little bit different.
5) Pop music even though I'm a little bit goth, little bit punk.


Day 22: Dream Space

1) A clean desk space
2) Organized crafts
3) A great drafting table that DOESN'T double as a desk.
4) Separate bedrooms for my girls


Day 23: Encouragement for House Quinn (age 18 to 22)

1) Fall in love
2) Don't fall so far you loose yourself
3) Have fun
4) Know that you look amazing! That you are AMAZING! No matter what.
5) Be confident, not bitchy.
6) Know your worth is greater than you think.
7) You have all the time in the world for kids and marriage, you don't need to rush.
8) Stop, Breath and Enjoy RIGHT NOW... no NOW.... and NOW.

Well Until next time!
Angie