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First, WAY too much info about my hair.
A friend sent me on over to www.naturallycurly.com Sunday night to look at before and after pictures of women who had started the "curly girl" method of caring for their hair. I'm going to do a fairly terrible job of explaining it, but basically you stop using harsh shampoos and start using lots more conditioner(s) (as long as they don't have silicone in them).
The changes weren't always as dramatic as I thought they'd be, but sometimes the difference was amazing. I've had more problems lately with my hair being dry, so I thought I'd give it a try. I went ahead and ditched my shampoo, picked up a bottle of (Suave) conditioner to start washing my hair with, and prayed that my hair wouldn't turn into a greasy mess.
So far, I'm liking it, and so have the people who have seen it (my coworkers). It's definitely different--I haven't used much if any product in my hair on a regular basis, and one of the steps is to really scrunch with gel to define curls, blah blah blah. I like the curls, and am not as fond of the gel. I'm going to try to see what happens if I leave out the gel and just style my hair the same way, but I really couldn't try that today before work.
The best part so far has been "plunking" or "plopping," which basically means wrapping your hair up in a T-shirt (or microfiber towel) a certain way to let it dry after putting in the product. It's quick, easy, and it makes my hair curl higher up and closer to my scalp. There's a video here.
Anyway, I'm sure I'll bore you with further details at a later time. *g*
Okay, Sanctuary. I'm so behind on my little review-thingys. I don't know that anyone really cares if I skip some, but we'll see what we can do. :-)
Veritas
One of the fun things about my re-watch is that I don't always remember exactly what happened. I remembered all sorts of things from this episode, such as Helen taking the beetle (which apparently makes you high before turning you crazy, and I SO want that fic), the three telepaths, the Big Guy not dying (that one's a gimmee, I know). However, I didn't actually remember which telepath was the bad guy. I know, I know! It's so obvious! But that's why I kept thinking it had to be one of the others. *sighs* Anyway, this ep's pretty fun, and I like the mention of Big Bertha.
Next Tuesday
I had totally forgotten Helen's real reason for wanting Will to skip his trip. I remembered being annoyed with her for saying he couldn't go, and then being annoyed with Will for whining about it the whole time, but I'd forgotten the end. Still doesn't make me like Will's whining any more than I did, but at least Helen had a reason. Other than that, I spent most of the episode thinking about how creepy it would be to have a giant squid underneath you while you were stuck in the water. *shudders* Well, that and how much fun something like that would be to film. *g*
Penance
Jimmy! Okay, I was really able to enjoy Jimmy this time around. I spent so much time the first time through trying not to think about it being Michael Shanks that that was pretty much the only thing I thought about. This time, I actually enjoyed the episode. I think it was pretty interesting to see these two shades-of-grey characters interact--and how their interactions changed after they both realized what Jimmy had done. One of the things I find odd about Kate is how quickly she goes from "hard-edged mercenary" to "loyal good-guy," so while I ALWAYS feel Sanctuary could go more in-depth with their characters, I do appreciate that the rough outlines are there.
Sleepers
I will never, ever, pass up a Tesla episode. Something about that man just brings out all my glee. I wonder... is he really this inept or does he not actually want to take over the world? I have to have a small moment of silence for poor, Dead Steve. *bows head* Poor guy--all the others get de-vamped and sent back to live their privileged lives, but he really ends up dead. (Sometimes I think Sanctuary forgets that there are people actually ending up dead. Like Dead Steve. It's played for laughs, but it's also really tragic.)
Haunted
Um, okay. I don't know if I have a HUGE issue with the idea that the electrical entity contributed in some way to Druitt's killing spree(s). Saying I have a problem with messing with the real-life Jack the Ripper doesn't quite hold water, since all the historical or pseudo-historical figures on on the show started out fictionalized and got more fictionalized as time went on. So... I dunno.
I don't, however, like the implication that he's just let off for it, as Helen says at the end that he kept it from killing even more people. I'm just not sure that's true, and I think the show's not sure it's true, either, judging by later interactions. Also, I'm not sure Helen's in the best state to judge... and Druitt doesn't quite believe her, either. At least, that's how I'm reading his whole "noble sacrifice" at the end.
So, yeah. Still thinking about that one.
On a much lighter note, I really, really, really want to tie a string around Will's head to keep his mouth from gaping.
A friend sent me on over to www.naturallycurly.com Sunday night to look at before and after pictures of women who had started the "curly girl" method of caring for their hair. I'm going to do a fairly terrible job of explaining it, but basically you stop using harsh shampoos and start using lots more conditioner(s) (as long as they don't have silicone in them).
The changes weren't always as dramatic as I thought they'd be, but sometimes the difference was amazing. I've had more problems lately with my hair being dry, so I thought I'd give it a try. I went ahead and ditched my shampoo, picked up a bottle of (Suave) conditioner to start washing my hair with, and prayed that my hair wouldn't turn into a greasy mess.
So far, I'm liking it, and so have the people who have seen it (my coworkers). It's definitely different--I haven't used much if any product in my hair on a regular basis, and one of the steps is to really scrunch with gel to define curls, blah blah blah. I like the curls, and am not as fond of the gel. I'm going to try to see what happens if I leave out the gel and just style my hair the same way, but I really couldn't try that today before work.
The best part so far has been "plunking" or "plopping," which basically means wrapping your hair up in a T-shirt (or microfiber towel) a certain way to let it dry after putting in the product. It's quick, easy, and it makes my hair curl higher up and closer to my scalp. There's a video here.
Anyway, I'm sure I'll bore you with further details at a later time. *g*
Okay, Sanctuary. I'm so behind on my little review-thingys. I don't know that anyone really cares if I skip some, but we'll see what we can do. :-)
Veritas
One of the fun things about my re-watch is that I don't always remember exactly what happened. I remembered all sorts of things from this episode, such as Helen taking the beetle (which apparently makes you high before turning you crazy, and I SO want that fic), the three telepaths, the Big Guy not dying (that one's a gimmee, I know). However, I didn't actually remember which telepath was the bad guy. I know, I know! It's so obvious! But that's why I kept thinking it had to be one of the others. *sighs* Anyway, this ep's pretty fun, and I like the mention of Big Bertha.
Next Tuesday
I had totally forgotten Helen's real reason for wanting Will to skip his trip. I remembered being annoyed with her for saying he couldn't go, and then being annoyed with Will for whining about it the whole time, but I'd forgotten the end. Still doesn't make me like Will's whining any more than I did, but at least Helen had a reason. Other than that, I spent most of the episode thinking about how creepy it would be to have a giant squid underneath you while you were stuck in the water. *shudders* Well, that and how much fun something like that would be to film. *g*
Penance
Jimmy! Okay, I was really able to enjoy Jimmy this time around. I spent so much time the first time through trying not to think about it being Michael Shanks that that was pretty much the only thing I thought about. This time, I actually enjoyed the episode. I think it was pretty interesting to see these two shades-of-grey characters interact--and how their interactions changed after they both realized what Jimmy had done. One of the things I find odd about Kate is how quickly she goes from "hard-edged mercenary" to "loyal good-guy," so while I ALWAYS feel Sanctuary could go more in-depth with their characters, I do appreciate that the rough outlines are there.
Sleepers
I will never, ever, pass up a Tesla episode. Something about that man just brings out all my glee. I wonder... is he really this inept or does he not actually want to take over the world? I have to have a small moment of silence for poor, Dead Steve. *bows head* Poor guy--all the others get de-vamped and sent back to live their privileged lives, but he really ends up dead. (Sometimes I think Sanctuary forgets that there are people actually ending up dead. Like Dead Steve. It's played for laughs, but it's also really tragic.)
Haunted
Um, okay. I don't know if I have a HUGE issue with the idea that the electrical entity contributed in some way to Druitt's killing spree(s). Saying I have a problem with messing with the real-life Jack the Ripper doesn't quite hold water, since all the historical or pseudo-historical figures on on the show started out fictionalized and got more fictionalized as time went on. So... I dunno.
I don't, however, like the implication that he's just let off for it, as Helen says at the end that he kept it from killing even more people. I'm just not sure that's true, and I think the show's not sure it's true, either, judging by later interactions. Also, I'm not sure Helen's in the best state to judge... and Druitt doesn't quite believe her, either. At least, that's how I'm reading his whole "noble sacrifice" at the end.
So, yeah. Still thinking about that one.
On a much lighter note, I really, really, really want to tie a string around Will's head to keep his mouth from gaping.
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Date: 2011-01-22 10:11 pm (UTC)From:Anyway, I found this to be a fascinating glimpse into how the other half lives.
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out-of-controlindependent-minded hair look which distinguishes my husband's and son's hair. Fortunately I find it endearing. I've known other wives/mothers who try to tame the untamable. It never ends well.no subject
Date: 2011-01-24 05:10 am (UTC)From:At 15 I was just starting to figure out my hair had turned curly somewhere along the way and that I needed to throw away my brush and get some layers, stat! I'm a long way from 15, and still figuring out my hair, so it's a process. *g*
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Date: 2011-01-24 05:51 am (UTC)From:no subject
Date: 2011-01-21 07:18 pm (UTC)From:I went swimming today for the first time in a while and thought of you. :)
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Date: 2011-01-22 12:16 am (UTC)From:Yay swimming! I'm going tomorrow, but sans bro.
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Date: 2011-01-21 10:41 pm (UTC)From:Plopping is also awesome. Who knew a microfiber towel would make such a difference?!
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Date: 2011-01-22 12:18 am (UTC)From:And I am going to have to hunt down some jojoba oil and try it.
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Date: 2011-01-22 04:18 am (UTC)From:I was pleasantly surprised by the jojoba oil -- I got mine at Trader Joes, which was pretty reasonable. I've also used coconut oil before to do deep conditioning which works great (I rub it into my scalp and hair at night, and then wash it out the next day), but not for everyday stuff.
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Date: 2011-01-22 04:52 pm (UTC)From:Hmmm... I watched the video. I don't have time in the mornings to let my hair dry like that for twenty minutes. Not without less sleep, and that's not going to happen. My hair's just been so DRY recently.
I hate gels too - ugh, crunchy - but I've had good results with 'curl defining cream' which I scrunch into my wet/damp hair. I like Marc Anthony's (it's in a yellow tube thing), and just yesterday in the hopes of good things bought a bottle at the hairdresser's... which has like Moroccan oils in it, or something, IDEK.
One of the things that has worked the best for me recently is the got2be line's 'hair rescue deep conditioner' in a blue tube thing. I only use it once/twice a week, but it seems to REALLY moisturize well.
Curly-haired girls unite! (And share all your secrets!)
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Date: 2011-01-24 03:36 am (UTC)From:I'm going to have to try a whole bunch of different things... but one thing at a time. :-)
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Date: 2011-01-23 02:31 pm (UTC)From:It's really all about the hair. :)
Tesla is definitely gleeful. I rewatched that ep the other day, just because. "You see how this puts a crimp in my plans for world domination." *g*
I really, really, really want to tie a string around Will's head to keep his mouth from gaping.
Amen to that. Breathe through your nose, dammit, Will! I feel towards Will about the same as I do towards Daniel - I don't hate either of them, but they're my least favourite of the main characters.
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Date: 2011-01-24 03:55 am (UTC)From:I'm wondering if leave-in would work for me, too. I'm trying all sorts of different combinations--I'm not wild about gel in general, but it does look rather nice once it dries and the crunch is all scrunched out.
I just got to Will's "I can dance" scene. He even gapes while DANCING. *sighs dramatically*
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Date: 2011-03-08 04:51 am (UTC)From:Anyway, I am sort of okay with the Energy Being (and really, really not okay with it for other reasons, but I'm trying to be brief), on the grounds that yes, people suck, but also sometimes it's okay when they suck...less? Or at least have reasons for sucking? Or at least...look really pretty when they are epically sad? Yeah, I have issues.
One thing I never, ever would have come up with independently I learned from the commentary. Either Kindler or Wood (I can't tell them apart by voice) says that when John goes back in to pick it up again, he does it because he's jonesing for it. Which is not something I ever got, and still don't really see, but am trying to because they write the show.
Sanctuary breaks me a little bit. I mean, I'm in love with the VAMPIRE for crying out loud, and feeling bad for JACK THE FREAKING RIPPER. I expect lions to lay down with lambs, and cats and dogs to be friends any day now.
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Date: 2011-03-08 06:12 pm (UTC)From:Bwa ha ha! At least we know we're being terribly unreasonable about this?
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Date: 2011-03-09 08:24 am (UTC)From:I totally don't see that either... maybe deep down he was suffering from some sort of withdrawal, he wanted it but he didn't want it, but Chris definitely did not play it like that.
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Date: 2011-03-09 04:28 pm (UTC)From: