Reign 1.03 Kissed

Reign 1.03 Kissed
I enjoy how this show is dramatized to appeal to a younger viewing audience, but I do wish it would be more historically accurate. It admit it is interesting though, especially with how Prince Francis is made into a hero. The real Prince Francis was sick and didn't live long because he was always ill. Nostradamus already set the tone in the first episode that he will die once he marries and ascends the thrown. It looks like a set up of Mary being the cause of death, but actually following the marriage, Prince Francis will probably see war and a lot of loss to his kingdom.

Nostradamus looks like he will have visions in every episode to continue telling the future of kingdom and those in the court. The king may have something to do with getting rid of him if he keeps so close to Queen Catherine. Sebastian must know something about Nostradamus with what we've seen in the previous episode. This could be another secret because other than this, he is an obedient illegitimate son of the king.

I didn't know Manolo Cardona (Covert Affairs) would play the illegitimate Prince of Portugal. I don't know his longevity in this, especially since Francis is now trying to fight back for Mary. So typical, as soon as somebody wants what you had, you chase after what is no longer "yours".

Where is Clarissa the mysterious bagged person?! I like her, she adds more mystery and horror into the castle. If Prince Charles acknowledges her, she must be interested int he survival of the children.

The episode was more informative this time around. Mary's friend Greer is seeking love and hope for the sake of saving her family back home. I understand this since when you're not of noble descent, you don't get much of a choice on who to marry and how to survive with little money. She is basically lucky she grew up with Mary and is in her court.

The Tomorrow People 1.04, Arrow 2.04

The Tomorrow People 1.04 Kill or Be Killed
Glad they finally showed John's back story. He's an abused foster child who provided for his fellow foster siblings by using his powers. He then turned into a runaway and live on his own after Jedikiah took him into Ultra.

But WHOA!! John can kill?! Jedikiah's drug induced method to the primary of his brain (I hope I got that right) actually made him a survivor too, not just Cillian. Cara and the group don't even know, so this is major! This is such a dark secret and I really think this will change everything in the season. If this gets out, the rest of the team will look at him as the leader who lied to them all this time."I think there's a reason why we were born unable to kill. Destroy something, part of a soul you don't get back. I felt it today, just like I felt it years ago." This one-on-one secret talk with Jedikiah was so intense! I instantly thought of Harry Potter haha but I see how John's emotion is totally torn up on the inside. He feels so guilty to let Jedikiah in to "help" him at such a young age and manipulate who he was. I am really loving how the writers and producers are making this show so enjoyable. Very impressive stuff I am seeing!!

Arrow 2.04 Crucible

I knew it was Sara! HOLY! I predicted Black Canary would be her, but I didn't think it would actually be her! Now the story is going to get good! Finally, one time the episode flashbacks don't both me because they brought Sara back into it. "No woman should ever suffers at the hands of men." After Sara said this, I think she is basing it on numerous events in her life. Her and Oliver going behind Laurel's back, her time frame surviving the sinking ship and her return back to Starling City.

I don't trust Sebastian Blood. If "Brother Blood" is taking things into his own hands the way he did, he is a threat to the city. Then again, he may be taking orders from Isabel (Summer Glau). She's the newly introduced character with new money. Comes in as an investor and will most likely have plenty of money to cover up anything else. After Merlyn being the villain last season, I'm not surprised at these new characters coming in to play.

Hostages 1.06 Sister's Keeper

Hostages 1.06 Sister's Keeper
I am so glad we learned a bit more about the other agents in this episode. I understand why she separates her son and personal life from her work. But she has money troubles, which gets her involved with the wrong people. I wonder if Agent Carlisle was going to help her get the money to keep her around. He was very methodical in putting away his other friend and set him up for the murder. Then again, he is now a man short and is only operating with the rebellious Sandrine and his recovering ex-addict Kramer. Have we established officially that Kramer is his brother-in-law? I only assumed because of Carlisle's visit to the hospital and Kramer said, "Tell her I love her" to his wife.

I'm surprised Ellen actually threw her sister out. It was necessary to cut her lose for the sake of keeping the hostage situation a secret, but getting the hospital shrink and security was over the top. After all this is over, whichever wait may turn, I don't know if she can rebuild her relationship with her sister after this.

Kramer definitely has a soft spot for Jake, which could get dangerous in the remaining two episodes. It is a short-lived show, but since there is no sign of a season two, I hope the final episodes tie up all loose ends.

Once Upon a Time 3.05 Good Form

Once Upon a Time 3.05 Good Form
How dynamic is this storyline? Every time Charming challenges Hook, he loses badly. Hook has one hand! It's hilarious, shows that the rough and tough pirate can take on the prince.

We find out about Hook's past before he became a pirate! He had a brother and was part of the royal army under the king's command! He lost his brother, which resulted in his decesion to rebel and not take orders from anybody else.

What is up with Henry breaking the mirror? Does he want to stay on the island or go home with his family? Peter Pan's brainwashing technique is very dark, and he's able to round up all those other lost boys for years. Henry may be playing Pan and going along with being a lost boy just for the sake of survival.

As for capturing Baelfire in the bamboo made cage, I think he is strung up next to a fellow unknown prisoner. I want to believe its Killian's "dead" brother, since you cannot leave Neverland once you drink from the waterfall.

Josh Groban at the Air Canada Centre!

Since I was 13, I've been a fan of this man for so long. I purchased tickets with my friend Linda back in early May and we knew this was a concert to look forward to together.

I remember when one time I was at Sherway Gardens one weekend and Josh Groban did a mall tour. I recall him being surrounded by a MASSIVE pool of women outside the Bay entrance wing. I remember liking his music when my dad would play Andrea Bocelli's CD in the car and then switched it over to Josh Groban. Afterwards, David Foster found Josh Groban and helped him on is way.

I've been a fan ever since, and last night was also my first time seeing him in concert. It was magnificent, to say the least. Josh's voice is so powerful and his music touches so many people's lives.

Judith Hill was also opening up for Josh Groban on tour! I knew back in August when she was announced and was looking forward to hearing her sing live. I've also been a fan of Judith ever since she sang at Michael Jackson's funeral. I knew her afterwards as one of Josh Groban's back up singers when I saw her in his music video "Brave" and a few of his live TV appearances.

During the concert, she also did a meet and greet following her opening, just before Josh took the stage. She was very sweet and humble when she met with fans. I got her autograph and I can feel that she was happy to meet so many fans during her first visit to Toronto.

People who buy the VIP ticket packages and sit on the floor seat, they get the opportunity to have a meet and greet with Josh and his band. Josh also asks them to write questions down with a their seat number for the chance to have him randomly read it during the concert. He picked three questions and the first one was from a young girl who said she has seen him three times in concert (lucky girl!) Her next question was whether or not there is an artist or band he admires that he too sees on more than one occasion. I totally forgot what his answer was HAHA but his third question completely stole the show. It was from a guy named Todd attending the concert with his girlfriend. He said that his girlfriend really loves his music and if there was a possibility Josh could come over and help him ask her a question. Josh ran over with the mic to his seat and Todd proposed to his girlfriend in front of everybody in the stadium! It was amazing to watch and I even told my friend Linda I just became a believer that chivalry is not dead.

Nearing the end of the concert, Judith came back on stage to sing "The Prayer" with Josh. It put my friend Linda to tears, and she told me once her mom got very ill a long time ago. This song was the one that that made her feel better and have hope to getting better. Josh Groban really does touch lives with his music in so many ways =')

Here is the Toronto setlist he played:
1. Brave
2. False Alarms
3. February Song
4. Un Alma Mas
5. Vincent (Starry, Starry Night)
6. Alla Luce
7. The Moon is a Harsh Mistress
8. Sincera
9. Remember When It Rained (featuring Judith)
10. The whole band jam for a bit, Christian Hebel starts with Aerosmith's "Dream On" on his violin
11. Voce Existe Em Mim
12. To Where You Are
13. She Moved Through the Fair
14. The Prayer (featuring Judith again)
15. I Believe (When I Fall in Love it Will Be Forever) by Stevie Wonder
ENCORE
16. You Raise Me Up
17. Smile by Charlie Chaplin

Reign 1.02 Snakes in the Garden

Reign 1.02 Snakes in the Garden
Another Thursday TV show that has sucked me in! We learned so much about the deep secrets and plots with almost everybody in the castle before even making it to the dinner!

I wonder if the mysterious Clarissa is a dead spirit or a live prisoner. The king and queen don't address her in passing and the only ones who interacted with her so far are Mary, Charles and Nostradamus. She seems to be in the right place, protecting Mary and pointing signs to perpetrators. I feel with the bag on her head, it covers up her identity. She could also be an abused child either because she's not rightfully in the royal bloodline or may have supernatural abilities like Sebastian/Bash (I like this theory better). Witchcraft was persecuted during this time, so it makes sense to dramatize the plot with magic. If Clarissa is a persecuted witch living in the castle, she may also have a connection with Bash. 

That forest scene was excellent! Both brothers together for the purpose of putting Mary's mind at ease in the late night. Bash knew what he was walking into whereas Francis was under the impression that the forest was safe on royal grounds. When Bash slit his hand and spoke a ritualistic spell over flowers, I knew this had to be good! He either learned on his own or possibly from a mentor. If this is true I want it to be his mom, the king's mistress. 

The mistress issues with the king aren't appealing to me. The king gets to do what he wants, whenever he wants; we already know this is how it was in a patriarchal kingdom. Throwing in Kenna as a side mistress will probably cause issues once Mary and the rest of her friends suspect it. 

Looking at the bigger picture, I can see this series showing promise on how broad it can go with the story!

Once Upon a Time in Wonderland 1.03 Forget Me Not

Once Upon a Time in Wonderland 1.03 Forget Me Not
WOW!! Finally, a crossover with Once Upon a Time characters. I was waiting for this but was unsure since the creators of both shows may not want to use the same actors until tonight.

The flashback with Robin Hood was amazing, and now we know who Knave really is! There were so many hints and clues in the first two episodes, but I didn't think the producers would reveal it this early on. I also guessed who his Anastasia may be and I'm happy this was the actual twist. With the mirroring in both shows, I wonder if the Queen of Hearts here will also be the same queen that was Regina's mom in Once Upon a Time.

This guy looks like something out of Game of Thrones but he is probably the wonderland's version of the beast. He looks through the knot/ mirror at his love, so it makes sense for it to be him.

I can't believe Alice is only having trust issues now. Even though the rabbit and her have been through a lot in the past, she should know everything has changed. She saw the Cheshire cat and he changed to something completely different. She can't be naïve in Wonderland anymore.

I love fairy tales, I just hope this show doesn't run out of ideas.

Tomorrow People 1.03, Arrow 2.03

The Tomorrow People 1.03 Girl, Interrupted
Looks like John had time to get a haircut and I do like it a lot!

Cara's back story is pretty heartbreaking. One of the ultimate disturbing incidences to happen to a teen girl. It explains her emotion was the reason why she discovered her power in steps. It was five years prior to present day and it must hold a setback to the group, no matter the strength of her telekinesis.

I am hoping we get a glimpse of John and Russell's stories before they joined the group. We know John was familiar with Stephen's father, which is why he's the leader. I'm interested though in both John and Russell's past and how they came to be.

I'm scared for Stephen's situation with Astrid. She gave Stephen an empty threat but if you're supposed to really be his friend, you don't try to back them into a corner about something they're hiding. Easy for me to say because I'm on the protagonist's side in this. She needs yo stay out of this or Jedikiah may put her in danger.

Arrow 2.03 Broken Dolls
This villain creeps me out!! It takes me back to that Criminal Minds episode when the doctor's daughter would make live dolls out of adult women.

I don't know when we get to see Black Canary unmasked, but I want to know her reason to fight bad guys and what brought her to Starling City. Is it deranged if I think that it might be Laurel's sister? It would make a great story because they totally ignored what happened to her.

Looks like Laurel is reverting to self pity now. That's a steep 180 degree turn on last week when she was concentrated on blaming the vigilante for Tommy's death once more. I hope her character doesn't turn into the helpless doe-eyed damsel in distress because I really like Katie Cassidy.

Hostages 1.05 Truth and Consequences

Hostages 1.05 Truth and Consequences
It's an excellent short-lived show but I want more from Toni Colette and Dylan McDermott. They're both great actors but I think they can take it to the next level with this show. I may be asking for a season 2, but not sure how they can do that with the focus on killing the president.

I sort of want the finale to have her find out he is in trouble too with his daughter and wife at risk. She already knows he has a terminally ill wife and is an FBI agent, but she doesn't know he is doing this mission against his will. There's somebody else pulling the strings and he can only control a small part of the execution.

Everybody within the hostage team totally has a dark story. It's complicating the plans in time for the finale so I am really hoping the next episode is a big one. My theory on the person pulling the strings is th president's wife. That would be a wonderful twist to see. Its twisted but it makes a great storyline.

Gosh I sound as if I am reliving my Prison Break days with wanting another season for the show. Don't want an overkill, just more Dylan McDermott on my television screen!

The natural route

As most of you who know me in person, I've been living and dealing with eczema for over half my life. Since I was 11 years old, I've been ashamed and embarrassed of my skin.

Through the years it's been hard to find something that actually works and keeps my skin and allergies under control. I would constantly get steroid based ointments and creams prescribed for my eczema, which were all horrible for my immune system. My skin turned dependent on these creams and once my skin would temporarily heal, it wouldn't hold. Once I'd break out again, the ointments wouldn't work anymore on my body.

As I got older, I've had to watch the food I can have that won't aggravate my skin condition. It has been a challenge but I am getting a feel of this new way to help my body.

I stopped by a nutrition store this weekend and purchased a Pine Tar soap bar ($2.49 CAD). It helps heal eczema and I am hoping I see results this week as I use it. I know it won't be dramatic but I am hoping for consistancy in steady healing.

The Walking Dead 4.02 Infected

The Walking Dead 4.02 Infected
I was wondering if the look on the zombie by the fence from last week would have something to do with the rest of the season. It makes sense to throw in a flu.  With lack of supplies and decent livestock, some sort of sickness was bound to spread. It's one thing to have the 'disease' set in the immune system, but I think this travels much faster.

Is the Lizzy feeding the rats to the walkers? It would explain why she feels guilty about her father dying. Just my own thought.

Rick makes the hardest decisions through all the sacrifice we see. After all he's done with the group as a leader, people have every right to look to him for guidance. Daryl evidently takes orders from him with devoted appreciation. Also, all the loss they've endured together proves they make most of the hard decisions as a team. Getting rid of the pigs was definitely major since it was a direct source of food for the prison. Then again, making the connection of the flu possibly coming from the bacon is what they got to do to survive.

Next week's episode is looking really good. This season is a huge improvement front the previous. I was sick of the governor and his boring town.

Once Upon a Time 3.04 Nasty Habits

Once Upon a Time 3.04 Nasty Habits
The writers for this show keep outdoing themselves as the season goes on. The twists and changes to traditional fairy tales are so imaginative.

I really believe Captain Hook is turning a new leaf for the sake of Baelfire and Emma. It was obvious from the end of last season, but he's going out of his way for the rest of the group and becoming a hero himself. With Tinkerbell kind of joining the group, there will be more use for her even without her magic

Sea/Land; a photography exhibit =)

In addition to the many TV shows I tune into, it just so happens that one of the actors from Suits decided to showcase his photography for the next week and a half. I decided with my Sunday afternoon free, I went on opening day. I walk in casually and Patrick J. Adams was there doing a casual interview with somebody along the side. His photography was interesting. Half were using a digital slr and the others in black and white were done on a film negatives. I made new friends and even got his autograph.

Afterwards, I went to go eat at Chococrêpe along Queen St. W. and had a buckwheat chipotle chicken crêpe. This picture doesn't even explain how huge this thing actually was. It was very filling and delicious. I for one am definitely going back to try everything else on the menu. I've only been to Chococrêpe once for a hot chocolate when I was going on a supply run for my knitting materials. If you're ever in town, do swing by this lovely place on 620 Queen St. W.

While everybody is at it, do swing by Oz Studios at 134 Ossington Avenue to check out Sea/Land from October 20th to 30th. Thank you for the picture, Patrick!

Reign 1.01

Reign 1.01 Pilot
Oh my goodness. I am a sucker for period pieces. Costumes, TV shows, Films - all of it. I thought I would be over it after The Borgias and The Tudors but it's been a while since this particular era and genre has been done. My question is why does the French court all of English accents? Inaccurate, but I think the producers are more concerned with the audience understanding the dialogue.

The story is straight forward and I found the first few minutes absolutely addicting. The stunning scenery and dramatic opening reels you right into the story. When Reign was advertised for the past few weeks, I wasn't too keen. It was the same advertisement and it only looked like the typical historical storyline of the future king and queen. Once I found out Canadian actor Torrance Coombs (The Tudors) would be in it, I has to tune into the pilot.

What is with the bagged girl in the castle?! I'm positive it's not the man in the iron mask, so who is hiding in the shadows and corners of the castle? Obviously someone who is supposed to be hidden away, but I'm wondering what their relevance is to the royal family.

I expect the show to have more story development with all the secrets already shown in this pilot.

Tomorrow People 1.02, Arrow 2.02, Criminal Minds 9.04

The Tomorrow People 1.02 In Too Deep
The character development is impressive, especially since it's only the second episode. John is sticking to his alpha male leader role constantly watching out for everybody's well being. He also understands the concept of limits and when to hold back to ensure their safety. Cara is the strong female with good judgement from what we've seen. I think she will be more of an emotional decision maker as opposed to strategic.

This episode has Nick Eversman (Missing) guest starring, and I didn't notice it was him until he finally moved his angry, emo hair out of his face haha! I wonder if he will play a more predominant role as future episodes air. I loved him in Missing, but then again ANYTHING with Ashley Judd searching for her missing son is always a good watch. Too bad that show didn't get picked up for a second season... my apologies for reminiscing on past shows I hoped would have better ratings.

Arrow 2.02 Identity

I just want to say upfront I'm tired of all the island flashbacks that go on during an episode. It slows down the story and can easily make me lose interest if they don't bounce back to present time.I didn't know Kevin Alejandro (True Blood) was going to be here. I wonder if he will become a show regular. Starling City lacks a villain figure with the Merlyns out of the picture.

It's also good Roy is getting an opportunity to help the greater good without being in danger. All Thea wanted was for him to stop putting his life at risk and now they're able to come to a resolution. He most likely won't keep away from fighting if he remains partially involved.

The ending of the episode was excellent, I know Laurel is generally all around angry so of course a daughter of a cop would do something like that. I'm hoping next week's episode picks up right where it left off and not with another island flashback.

Criminal Minds 9.04 To Bear Witness

David Anders (Heroes, Once Upon a Time) is an excellent guest star. It was so intense and he scared all that was secure and happy in me! J.J. knows their new supervisor for reasons unknown! The situation is From a three year old open case but I am wondering what their history is. Rossi is so smart, I noticed the untouched elevator button as well. Rossi will find out anything, he's written books and cooked them Italian dinner!

Sunday Fundays!

The Walking Dead 4.01 30 Days Without an Accident

As per my expectations, the season premier for The Walking Dead was informative and less action packed. I like the gradual change and growth within the group. People have a structure to follow where they are able to survive together.

How about Rick when he's on his own? I think it's good to see he's the leader who remains human. He is still emotional, still seeks the advice of those he trusts and still makes mistakes. His scenes in the episode showed his vulnerability and growth as a leader. I absolutely love all of this. I can't wait to see the development of the sheriff this season.

I've got a major question, which I hope gets answered soon if it is something to watch out for. The make up and set department are magnificent, and I've seen a change with a particular zombie at the beginning in front of the prison fence. I noticed the eye sockets were coming out of the face with blood stains on the face. I'm thinking maybe with the lack of food left, are the zombies going to die out on their own? It's my imagination thinking of how the film 28 Weeks Later started with the disease dying from starvation. I pieced the theory together and think it may be a good one if the people don't kill each other as opposed to zombies killing people.

Once Upon a Time 3.03 Quite a Common Fairy

I am such a sucker for the story of Peter Pan in Neverland so I am biased on my love for this season. This back story made season two flow so well into this one. I am very impressed with how they've switched around character peresonas as well.

Everyone is connected at one point and the change in typical character traits works so well. I admire the consistency through out this show with relevant flashbacks and present day (unlike Arrow, the flashbacks are terribly boring). I can't wait to see what the back story for Captain Hook will be. He's already one of my favourite characters and I expect to be surprised since he had a wonderful storyline last season.

Last but not least, Tinkerbell and Robin Hood look like they'll have a greater impact in the coming episodes. Really excited for their stories to really develop.

Both great shows to watch during this Thanksgiving weekend =)

New TV show!

I absolutely love the fall season. Crisp wind, sweater weather and new fall shows!

During the school year, I always looked forward to the brand new television shows and Halloween specials (come the last week of October, you'll see my inner child come out). I'm so happy the TV stations have picked up great shows this time around.

My summary ahead of the Pilot episode for The Tomorrow People may contain some spoilers, but I like to keep it at a minimum.

The Tomorrow People 1.01 Pilot
I saw all sorts of print advertisements and posts on twitter and thought I'd tune in.

I think this show can be compared to X-Men with having genetic mutations. I think this show will work well since the mutations are simple and easy to keep track of. The protagonist Stephen Jameson has the classic Peter Parker status in school being bottom of the social food chain. He also goes home and has issues with being raised by a single parent struggling financially and a younger brother with the average life.

Through the episode you learn he is born naturally with genetic mutated 'powers', just like with X-Men characters, and there are others in the rest of the world just like him. A group of them stick together, calling themselves the Tomorrow People, and live underground in hiding from the enemy called Ultra.

We learn everybody has ulterior motives and promise their intentions for Stephen are for the better. Both sides clearly have secrets and aren't telling the whole story. He makes his decision by the end of the episode and he reassures he knows what he's doing. I believe it, otherwise there would be no point in talking about this show.

I'm liking the change in genre of this TV show particularly because it's not one with supernatural creatures. I'm not bashing the current shows that do have them (I watch Being Human and True Blood myself), but why watch another vampire based show? It's like watching the millions of doctor drama shows on air.

On another note, I had no idea Aaron Yoo was in this show! Totally didn't recognize him with all the facial hair haha! Stephen's mom was also in Covert Affairs and the leader of Ultra is in pretty much everything else I watched in the past (LOST, Dexter, Supernatural and Being Human).

As you can tell, I watch a lot of TV shows =P