[scifinoir2] Re: September 11th National Firefighters Day?

2005-05-23 Thread Meta
would be a worthwhile effort. http://www.petitiononline.com/91101/petition.html Meta Yahoo! Groups Sponsor ~-- In low income neighborhoods, 84% do not own computers. At Network for Good, help bridge the Digital Divide! http://us.click.yahoo.com

[scifinoir2] Re: Reality is often more interesting than sci-fi!

2005-08-19 Thread Meta
I bike just about everywhere. That's the advantage of living in a country that sees biking as a real form of transportation. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, g123curious [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yeah, it is hard when there is no mass transit or no reliable mass transit in your town

[scifinoir2] Re: What does Sci-Fi have against Black people?

2005-10-20 Thread Meta
Are any of them on sale anywhere. I could use a Hawk dose. I was telling my children about these shows and they really want to see them. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, drcsaid [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm glad that I taped those Hawk episodes on Spencer and A Man Called Hawk series

[scifinoir2] High-Tech Door Better than Star Trek

2005-10-27 Thread Meta
has a sensor. If you stand in front of the door, the sensors determine how much of the door needs to open to allow you to enter. more at link below, plus link to see demo of door. http://tinyurl.com/9vkp5 Meta Yahoo! Groups Sponsor ~-- Get fast

[scifinoir2] Re: The Long History of a Bus Ride

2005-11-01 Thread Meta
that we seem to only be allowed one icon at a time? Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Amy Harlib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Terrific! Rosa Parks in proper context. October 31, 2005 Op-Ed

[scifinoir2] Earthsea

2005-11-09 Thread Meta
I can buy this on DVD for about $12. Is it worth getting even at this low price? Meta Yahoo! Groups Sponsor ~-- Get fast access to your favorite Yahoo! Groups. Make Yahoo! your home page http://us.click.yahoo.com/dpRU5A/wUILAA/yQLSAA/LRMolB/TM

[scifinoir2] Re: Movie Reviews: 'The Golden Compass'

2007-12-08 Thread Meta
where does 'The Golden Compass' title comes from? I've had 'His Dark Materials' for years, but was a bit apprehensive to start fearing that it wouldn't be a good read. Is it? Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: Movie Reviews: 'The Golden Compass'

2007-12-09 Thread Meta
Right. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Martin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Meta, I think that's the alternate title of it. I know that, sometimes, books are released on different continents under different titles and I *think* you're in Europe, right? Meta [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote

[scifinoir2] Re: Television Question

2007-12-19 Thread Meta
--- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Astromancer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: i hope when you get old, you'll put your false teeth in backwards and bite yourself to death (returning snide laugh) Ha, ha. Mind if I steal this line? Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: Speaking of Will Smith

2007-12-20 Thread Meta
We certainly are, Tracey. Just ask my husband.:-) Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, tdemorsella [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Smart man. I think that trumps a Baltimore woman. Of course, you guys all know from experience with me that we Philly women are as meek as church mice...right

[scifinoir2] Re: National Treasure 2 Rules Box Office - :(

2007-12-27 Thread Meta
three I bought them for him and he had no problem assembling them at all. They're not cheap cost wise, but as they last forever it averages out in the long run. Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: Vampire Diaries Coming to CW

2009-05-24 Thread Meta
I'm starting to miss the days when vampires actually had 'bite'. I just can't bring myself to care about 'Calipires'. Just too Hollywood for me. I prefer mine with a bit more depth. Have not read nor seen Twilight nor do I care to. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Tracey de Morsella

[scifinoir2] Re: Despite cast shakeup Dr Who still popular

2007-04-20 Thread Meta
. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Martin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: And it's even bigger this season. The third ep of the new series was postponed bya football game, and the protests from fans lit up the BBC3 switchboards all night long. Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor

[scifinoir2] Re: Rick Berman to write book about Star Trek

2007-04-24 Thread Meta
Well, something I can stock up on to feed the fireplace during those long winter nigths... Don't, they'll probably give off toxic fumes... Oyabun of Beats [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: [source: http://trekmovie.com/2007/04/20/berman-to-write-book-on-trek- experience/] Berman To Write

[scifinoir2] Re: Freema Agyeman Axed From ⠀˜Doctor Who’

2007-05-27 Thread Meta
the show was preempted. It the only show, outside of The Simpsons that my children will stop everything to watch. Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: New Doctor Who fan

2007-07-01 Thread Meta
--- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Daryle [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Father's Day was on my local PBS station last night. This was one of the best episodes featuring the Ninth Doctor I've ever seen. I hate commercials. I will only watch Doctor Who without commercials from now on,

[scifinoir2] Re: New Doctor Who fan

2007-07-01 Thread Meta
the show in the direction that works best for them. At the moment I'm all into the current Doctor, but if I look at past Doctors I still can't/won't say one is better/worse. I like them all for what they bring to the myth. Start your collection any where, imo. you're in a win-win situation. Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: I was on BET's S.O.B

2007-08-24 Thread Meta
mind. I will be showing this to my children. Thanks, Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: Twins separated at birth met and married

2008-01-15 Thread Meta
so many things I didn't know or understand. I may not join in many discussions but know that I'm absorbing all the good 'mind food' I can here. Thanks, Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor) [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks guys. I was just

[scifinoir2] A follow-up book -Re: OT: African American Lives 2 on PBS

2008-02-07 Thread Meta
Here is a link to the site of William Loren Katz. He is the author of a book called, 'Black Indians: A Hidden Heritage'. I read this book about twenty years ago. http://www.williamlkatz.com/ The book is still available at Amazon. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote

[scifinoir2] Newspaper front pages from around the world covering the Inauguration

2009-01-21 Thread Meta
Hi, Click on this link to see the front pages of newspapers from around the world, covering President Barack Obama's inauguration. You should be able to click on a paper to enlarge it. http://c6.going.com/obama/inauguration_headlines.html Meta

[scifinoir2] OT Super Bowl

2009-02-01 Thread Meta
BBC One is airing the entire game. I'm so happy!!! Meta

Re: [RE][scifinoir2] OT Super Bowl

2009-02-02 Thread Meta
. Fantastic!!! Especially since The Steelers won!! Meta BBC One is airing the entire game. I'm so happy!!! Meta http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQdwk8Yntds

Re: [RE][scifinoir2] Leverage Renewed

2009-02-10 Thread Meta
and so is Adrian Lester as the lead. Meta

Re: [RE][scifinoir2] Leverage Renewed

2009-02-11 Thread Meta
found he wasn't interested in the tripe they were trying to sell him. He's to good for them anyway. Meta

[RE][scifinoir2] Re: New Trek- My take *SPOILERS*

2009-05-10 Thread Meta
I have seen the movie and I loved it. My feelings about this non-issue is the same as yours. I just will not be drawn into a convoluted argument about Trek loyalties. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Justin Mohareb justinmoha...@... wrote: Yeah, but a lot of people have decided

[RE][scifinoir2] Re: New Trek- My take *SPOILERS*

2009-05-10 Thread Meta
.:) Quinto was outstanding,IMO. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Tracey de Morsella tdli...@... wrote: One more thing, Do any of you remember when people torn down TNG during its premier. How about Picard. He is now among some more beloved than Kirk, yet many were prepared to start

[scifinoir2] Re: New Trek- My take *SPOILERS*

2009-05-10 Thread Meta
For me it indeed 'felt' like Trek. I guess its a case of YMMV. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, sincere1906 sincere1...@... wrote: GW, You've hit the proverbial nail on the head. It was a good movie, I enjoyed much of it, but it didn't *feel* like Trek. And when some people hear

[scifinoir2] Re: New Trek- My take *SPOILERS*

2009-05-11 Thread Meta
Martin, I'll take it if you don't want it, especially wrapped in those C-notes. You can, of course keep Gabrielle, my flow don't go THAT way.:) Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Martin Baxter truthseeker...@... wrote: Not even if you were to buy me the Special Edition DVD when it came

[scifinoir2] Re: `Star Wars' kid Abrams aims to reinvent `Trek' world

2008-05-07 Thread Meta
name is used. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Martin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It changed back, Keith? A few years ago, I used Trekkie and got my head bitten off by someone who *insisted* on Trekker. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: i hear Nimoy was pleased, so I'll keep an open mind

[scifinoir2] Re: `Star Wars' kid Abrams aims to reinvent `Trek' world

2008-05-08 Thread Meta
I feel your pain.:-) I always found it rather crazy that the most devout fans of IDIC, could go all postal with anyone who dared to use Trekkie. I figure there is worst things to be called.:-) Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: i know of just as many older fans

[scifinoir2] Re: Doctor Who

2008-05-11 Thread Meta
--- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Martin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Surf The Channel has last nights ep. 'The Doctor's Daughter' uploaded. http://www.surfthechannel.com/ Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: Doctor Who: Planet of the Ood

2008-06-03 Thread Meta
I'm with you on this. I've always liked that we are used in a matter of fact way in this show, which is one reason why I like watching them with my children. They get to see that we're not super bad nor super good, just regular folk. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, ravenadal [EMAIL

[scifinoir2] Re: *Still* Confident in My Manhood - My SATC Experience

2008-06-05 Thread Meta
I loved your review. I have to admit that I'm more eager to see Iron Man then SATC. I have watched the show some, but after a bit, all of them made me just want to scream. I'm just not that crazy about superficial suffering, plus they get on my nerves with all that fashion stuff.:-) Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: *Still* Confident in My Manhood - My SATC Experience

2008-06-05 Thread Meta
Ha Ha, good one. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, ravenadal [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Keith, this is hilarious. Your reportage is so spot on, I felt like I was there! I will not be spending first run money to see Sex because I don't believe you should have to pay for Sex. I

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2008-06-13 Thread Meta
know what you mean. Being a Mandy fan, I decided to check this show out, I think I managed to watch about 10 mins. and couldn't take it anymore. Way to dark for me. Meta -- Original message -- From: Bosco Bosco [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks. I knew the name, I just couldn't

[scifinoir2] Re: frivilous doctor who gossip

2008-06-13 Thread Meta
regenerations removed. :) E, now did you REALLY have to go there.:-) Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: Fwd: Fw: CORN STARCH

2008-06-13 Thread Meta
Neat, but did you know that if you mix cornstarch and white glue you end up with cold porcelain clay? Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, brent wodehouse [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This is from the Ellen show and is very interesting: CORN STARCH I knew corn starch had

[scifinoir2] Re: Dead Like Me on HDNET

2008-06-13 Thread Meta
Yes, I know he was referring to Criminal Minds. I liked Dead Like Me. I hope they do bring it back. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Bosco Bosco [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I think Keith was commenting on another Mandy Patikin show, Criminal Minds, not Dead Like Me. Perhaps Keith can

[scifinoir2] Re: Is Watchmen in Trouble?

2008-08-22 Thread Meta
I'll second this, and usually I don't do self pain at all.:-) Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Bosco Bosco [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I beg you to go right now at this moment, no matter what else is going on, and rent or buy V for Vendetta. If you are disappointed, I will hit myself

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2008-08-27 Thread Meta
What exactly does the term 'cougar' mean? I just saw this on a story on Yahoo about older women/younger men couples and. I've never heard the term before. Is there a older men/younger women equivalent? Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, B. Smith [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I guess the next

[scifinoir2] Re: Hustle

2006-01-19 Thread Meta
seem to be afraid to let the lead be colors other than White and the type factor isn't always on show or used so heavyhanded. Meta Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/scifinoir2/ * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email

[scifinoir2] Re: Taking Black Family Trees Out of Slavery's Shadow

2006-02-06 Thread Meta
If I'm not mistaken what byou propose was done by the BBC a year or so ago. I understand what you are saying, because that was sort of what I felt when I visited the website of the show. Once again American TV gives us entertainment instead of info. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com

[scifinoir2] OT: Gov. madness isn't exclusively a U.S. thing.

2006-02-21 Thread Meta
This is the latest proposal from a member of a political group here in The Netherlands. Meta Abort 'unloved' Antilleans, says Rotterdam politician 20 February 2006 AMSTERDAM — Alderman Marianne van den Anker for the Leefbaar Rotterdam (LR) party has called for a debate in Rotterdam

[scifinoir2] Re: Black Folx Working on Films Everywhere

2006-03-01 Thread Meta
it here, but I'll keep my eyes and ears open for it. Meta Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/scifinoir2/ * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http

[scifinoir2] Re: Dr. Who Premieres on Sci Fi Channel Friday Night!

2006-03-18 Thread Meta
No date has been announced, only that the new season starts in the spring. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Cat Corley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I think David Tenant did a good job as well. I actually thought that the Christmas Invasion was the beginning of the new season. I still

[scifinoir2] Re: Dr. Who Premieres on Sci Fi Channel Friday Night!

2006-03-19 Thread Meta
I'm in The Netherlands, but we get BBC 12, plus many other shows shown on Dutch TV. I'm thinking of getting sat., because then I can see other British channels. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Keith Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You're right, I should get some UK friends

[scifinoir2] Re: Dr. Who Premieres on Sci Fi Channel Friday Night!

2006-03-19 Thread Meta
Replace him, as usual. Its sort of expected to always have new Doctors. We're on our ninth one; tenth or eleventh, if you count the 'Made for TV' and the movie Doctor. Waiting to see how the new guy does is part of the fun of the show.:) Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Keith Johnson

[scifinoir2] Re: Dr. Who Premieres on Sci Fi Channel Friday Night!

2006-03-20 Thread Meta
some quirks from the past ones ( sort of like an after image.), but on the whole they are different people and tend to react to things in their own special way. Meta Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/scifinoir2/ * To unsubscribe

[scifinoir2] Re: Goofing around with Web searches on Doctor Who

2006-03-21 Thread Meta
if its forced on him at times and that is what I like. He does the right thing when he's called upon to do so. I'll take that over the born hero any day. Meta Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/scifinoir2/ * To unsubscribe from

[scifinoir2] Re: Dr. Who Premieres on Sci Fi Channel Friday Night!

2006-03-21 Thread Meta
No, he get recycled.:) He regenerates into another person. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So there's a separate physical being that's put inside a humanoid shell? -- Original message -- From: Cat Corley [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yes

[scifinoir2] Re: Goofing around with Web searches on Doctor Who

2006-03-21 Thread Meta
portrayed as regular guys with good and bad qualities. Than his best chance of seeing that is watching films, etc from just about anywhere other than America. Sadly The Netherlands seems to be headed for the 'Hollywood other' route. I hope its just a phase. Meta Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit

[scifinoir2] Re: Goofing around with Web searches on Doctor Who

2006-03-22 Thread Meta
explanations would be correct. If you want to see how some expats feel about the country check out the forum of this expat site. http://tinyurl.com/syjyj It gets pretty heated in there at times. Meta Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group

[scifinoir2] Going Dutch wasRe: Goofing around with Web searches on Doctor Who

2006-03-23 Thread Meta
of 'the people'of course. It was also 'suggested'that young unmarried Antillean women be made to have abortions, to prevent the child from growing up unloved. http://tinyurl.com/osn3z Stuff like this is going on all the time here. Meta Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go

[scifinoir2] Re: Will America Watch Watchmen?

2008-10-13 Thread Meta
to me that what works in comic form rarely translate when real people are involved. I'm so glad you guys get to test the waters before I do.:-) Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: Will America Watch Watchmen?

2008-10-18 Thread Meta
--- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Tracey de Morsella [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Meta: I relate. While living in Mexico, even though I was only one country over, I felt disconnected... particularly from Scifi TV and movies I can't remember where you live. Is it the Netherlands? Yes, I

[scifinoir2] Re: Another Option For Watching Shows Online

2008-10-29 Thread Meta
--- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Bosco Bosco [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://tvcorn.com/ Bosco Thank you much. Meta

Re: [RE][scifinoir2] Tennant to quit Dr Who

2008-10-30 Thread Meta
the part, but sometimes 'auntie' can surprise. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Daryle Lockhart [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: He'd have to turn blonde not to be seen as hey! it's the Doctor! from now on. It's too late. Chris was able to get away with being in Heroes, but Chris wasn't

Re: [RE][scifinoir2] Tennant to quit Dr Who

2008-10-31 Thread Meta
The guy they talked about wasn't Adrian, but since I'm a great fan of his works, it would do my heart,and eyes good to have him as The Doctor.:-) Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Daryle Lockhart [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The actor they were discussing is Adrian Lester. Adrian Lester

[scifinoir2] Re: Black Dr. Who

2008-10-31 Thread Meta
sincerely hope they don't go there. This role is quintessentially Brit. Meta

Re: [RE][scifinoir2] Tennant to quit Dr Who

2008-10-31 Thread Meta
/major roles). And Adrian would be the best choice for it. However I can see lots of (mostly white) yank Who fans heads poping even at the thought of a black doctor who. -GTW :-) :-( Meta

[scifinoir2] A night to remember!!!!!!

2008-11-04 Thread Meta
For the first time in my adult life I am REALLY proud of my country. Thank you to America's new FIRST FAMILY Meta

[scifinoir2] A night to remember!!!!!!

2008-11-04 Thread Meta
For the first time in my adult life I am REALLY proud of my country. Thank you to America's new FIRST FAMILY Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: Ford on Indy V

2008-11-21 Thread Meta
found nearly every moment he appeared on screen less than ideal. I also thought the ending wasn't of much use to see. It sort of just hung there. I'm still debating about buying it, well actually I'm just waiting until its included in the box set. Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: New Star Trek Trailer (Thoughts?)

2008-11-23 Thread Meta
The more I hear the more this sounds like an AU fan fiction brought to life. I'm just waiting to see if its going to be good fan fiction or not. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Agreed. The parts of the ship were constructed in San Fran, so Iowa makes no sense

[scifinoir2] Re: Recommend Your Vampire Favorites

2008-12-06 Thread Meta
I like your picks. I'm not into hunky vampires at all. Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Like Martin and I said, i'm tiring of the suave, young vampire as hunk nowadays. I'm also not a real big fan of vampyrs. Nothing against them, just not in love

[scifinoir2] Re: Way OT: Interesting Musical Project

2008-12-06 Thread Meta
to share even though it's off topic http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=Us-TVg40ExM http://www.playingforchange.com/ Thanks, I've now shared this as well. Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: Depp, Burton in Dark Shadows

2008-12-09 Thread Meta
Same here. I was watching it recently online line and it occurred to me that there was enough cheese to make a mean toasted sandwich.:) Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, marian_changling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I was one of those that rushed home to see Dark Shadows also. I bought

[scifinoir2] Re: Is Airbender Casting Racist?

2008-12-24 Thread Meta
upon cultural lines. Of course, she's only thirteen , so what does she know? Meta

Re: [RE][scifinoir2] Majel Roddenberry, wife of 'Trek' creator, dies

2009-01-02 Thread Meta
of anything in between. They always forget just how strong a female following they have. Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: New Doctor to be announced on BBC tomorrow

2009-01-02 Thread Meta
Love Magic, -A Thanks for the heads-up. I've got my seat booked for tomorrow. Its a family affair here. When The Doctor is on we all watched. Had to hold off Christmas Dinner so we could watch the special last week. Loved it. Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: New Doctor to be announced on BBC tomorrow

2009-01-03 Thread Meta
Love Magic, -A Well, now I know and all I can say is ?. Meta

Re: [RE][scifinoir2] Majel Roddenberry, wife of 'Trek' creator, dies

2009-01-03 Thread Meta
beginning to end. They got it right. I'm still hoping for a movie or something. Meta

Re: [RE][scifinoir2] Majel Roddenberry, wife of 'Trek' creator, dies

2009-01-03 Thread Meta
to like her, but at least she didn't go for the obvious hunky human guys. She turned out to be a good character. Meta

[scifinoir2] Re: FW: Intro Lavender, Milledgeville, GA

2009-01-03 Thread Meta
Wesley was Gene Wesley Roddenberry. After Roddenberry became less involved in production, etc. the role of Wesley Crusher became less intrusive. I always liked the kid.:) Meta --- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Augustus Augustus jazzynupe_...@... wrote: i totally agree with the assessment

Re: [RE][scifinoir2] Majel Roddenberry, wife of 'Trek' creator, dies

2009-01-03 Thread Meta
when they brought her onto SG-1. Dr. Fate I liked all the women in Farscape but Claudia was fantastic. The show was just the best, period. Meta