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March 2009



Win Beth Kery books!

Monday, 30 March 2009 12:00 A GMT-06
Hello, it’s LeeB. again, with another AAR After Hours trivia contest.This week, we have seven autographed books by Liz Carlyle to give away.  One person will win One Little Sin, Two Little Lies, Three Little Secret

The Amazing Race: Elimination Station

Saturday, 28 March 2009 10:06 A GMT-06
As someone who loves to travel, it's no surprise that The Amazing Race has long been my favorite reality show. Now I've never applied to be on any reality show, and never will. But, of all the reality shows I watch, The Amazing Race is the on
Category: TV LinnieGayl Travel

Shocked by Lost

Friday, 27 March 2009 3:59 P GMT-06
I think I'm having TV withdrawals.  Spring sports and work obligations have made me miss way to much TV this week.  Matter of fact, I only got to make time for one of the shows that I normally watch - Lost (link
Category: TV Heather Brooks

Trivia Contest Winners

Friday, 27 March 2009 4:49 A GMT-06
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Category: Contests

Random Thoughts on Daytime Television

Thursday, 26 March 2009 12:20 P GMT-06
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Category: TV LinnieGayl

London Bound

Wednesday, 25 March 2009 7:16 A GMT-06
Well, it's official.  I was accepted into my Study Abroad program.  I've sent in my deposit.  Barring any issues with the UK Border Agency in obtaining a visa, I'll be in London for about four months this fall.To say I'

Win Gemma Bruce Book

Monday, 23 March 2009 12:00 A GMT-06
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A Bloody Great Vampire Film

Sunday, 22 March 2009 10:41 A GMT-06
Hey, I know I'm a TV woman.  But every once in a while a movie comes along -- and it really is every once in a while because most movies just aren't made for me -- that blows my socks off.And my sock are right now fully and completely of
Category: Movies Sandy C.

Castle Anyone?

Saturday, 21 March 2009 5:50 A GMT-06
     
Category: TV LinnieGayl

The Tribulations of Selling a Home

Friday, 20 March 2009 4:10 P GMT-06
We've decided to put our house on the market and the fact that I'm a little apprehensive about the whole process is an understatement.   We've spent the last two weeks trying to get things ready and cleaned out in order for our

Trivia contest winners

Friday, 20 March 2009 12:00 A GMT-06
Congratulations to _________ and _______!  Their names were drawn at random from all of the correct entries in this week's trivia contest featuring Liz Carlyle books.  _________ wins autographed copies of One Little Sin, Two L

A Break from the Gym

Thursday, 19 March 2009 6:29 A GMT-06
For months, I didn't go to the gym.  My exercise was limited to the walking and stair-climbing of my daily life.  However, about three weeks ago, I started going back.  I've actually been fairly impressed with myself; I've

Pictures of Space

Wednesday, 18 March 2009 6:06 P GMT-06
Space has always amazed me, but I'm not even going to pretend that I know anything at all about it.  However, when news websites like MSNBC post images of space, I always have to look and read the articles.  The above image, according t
Category: Heather Brooks

St. Patrick's Day

Tuesday, 17 March 2009 5:30 A GMT-06
Happy St. Patrick's Day, everyone!Despite my Irish heritage, I've never actually been overly fond of St. Patrick's Day.   Oh, I like it just fine; I've just never been one to deck myself out in an entirely green outfit and go the

Win Liz Carlyle books!

Monday, 16 March 2009 12:00 A GMT-06
Hello, it’s LeeB. again, with another AAR After Hours trivia contest.This week, we have six autographed books by Liz Carlyle to give away.  One person will win One Little Lie, Two Little Secrets plus a bonus book, and a

Fashion is Danger!

Sunday, 15 March 2009 8:04 A GMT-06
   I'm about to head out the door today for a lovely lunch, so wanted to leave you with a new Flight of the Conchords video.  The two geeks from New Zealand are funnier than ever this year.Last week they discovered hair gel.&n
Category: TV Sandy C.

The Trouble with Migraines

Friday, 13 March 2009 3:59 P GMT-06
It's been three years since my last migraine headache.  While sitting in class this week, I looked up at a student and could only see one of his eyes.  Knowing he has two, I realized I was in trouble as the aura part of t

Trivia contest winners

Friday, 13 March 2009 12:00 A GMT-06
Congratulations to Rebecca W. and Jillian B.!  Their names were drawn at random from all of the correct entries in this week's trivia contest.  She wins autographed copies of Deanna Raybourn's Silent in the Grave and

Bridget's Sexiest Beaches

Thursday, 12 March 2009 4:08 P GMT-06
Tonight's Travel Channel's premier edition of Bridget's Sexist Beaches,  which I plan to watch.  Why?  Actually, there are a number of reasons, but mainly so I can laugh and be envious of all the places they trave

Dancing With the Stars: Some Early Thoughts

Wednesday, 11 March 2009 12:00 A GMT-06
Season 8 of Dancing With the Stars began on Monday evening. Going into the evening, I had gymnast Shawn Johnson picked as an early favorite, and she definitely did a great job with the waltz on Monday. However, it was interesting listening to her com
Category: TV LinnieGayl

Experiments in Cooking

Tuesday, 10 March 2009 8:51 A GMT-06
Tonight is my last night at home for about two months.  In addition to all of the fun parts of spring break (dentist appointment, taxes, etc.), I also get to do some cooking in a real kitchen that I don't have to share with my 60 or so floor

Win Lauren Willig Books

Monday, 9 March 2009 7:15 P GMT-06
Happy Monday! We're back with another AAR After Hours trivia contest. This week, two lucky readers will win books by Lauren Willig. The first winner will get an audio book package containing copies of The Deception of the Emerald Ring and The Masque

Nip/Tuck Redefines the Lazy Schedule

Sunday, 8 March 2009 9:22 A GMT-06
Note: This post is spoiler-ridden, but I figure it's okay since nobody but Nip/Tuck fans would read it anyway.This week's episode had the feel of season finale all over it and--gee--I discovered after it was all done that it was.  The se
Category: TV Sandy C.

Yearly Health Nag

Saturday, 7 March 2009 8:52 A GMT-06
Yes, there's the pink ribbon. This can mean only one thing; it's time for my yearly health nag about mammograms. 
Category: LinnieGayl Health

Trivia contest winner

Friday, 6 March 2009 12:00 A GMT-06
Congratulations to ________!  Her name was drawn at random from all of the correct entries in this week's trivia contest.  She wins autographed copies of Deanna Raybourn's Silent in the Grave and Silent in the Sanctua