Don't be such a smeg head!

[gateslacker]

I sorely wanted to tell that to a negative coworker today but, heck, she wouldn't have gotten the reference. Needless to say, most of my coworkers don't get any of my  references. One of the docs mentioned getting a patient breakfast and I said she had had breakfast but she was being advanced to a regular diet so I said, "Oh,she needs second breakfast" No one got that either. (Sigh) I keep hoping that maybe, someday, I will come across another coworker who is a sci fi kindred spirit. It happened in my last job and it was great fun.

In any case, the initial reference pertains to my latest Netflix discovery, Red Dwarf. Oh my, but this show is hysterical!! It's on the lines of "Hitchhikers Guide" hysterical. But series one only had, like, six eps. I kept wondering if I was missing something in the ole' queue and spent an inordinate amount of time looking for it. 

I am also enjoying Bleak House. I suppose that watching North and South set me on a BBC viewing frenzy but, really, I have had both Bleak House and Red Dwarf in the house for a whole month and never had the chance to watch. Netflix earned money on me during the month of December....

Anyway, I am surfacing briefly to relate my viewing habits. I know you all were thinking, "I wonder what Glenda is watching these days..."

Work is insane with about a bazillion patients but at least I'm not fighting nausea this go round. I had that last week and, after several days, it got worse before it got better. Fortunately, it resolved in the nick of time so I could have a nice outing on Tuesday with dm_lunsford and de23. I wore my new scrub top today and received mucho compliments so I am glad I went all retro and bought it. I believe the styling also creates an optical illusion that makes you look thinner. Yes, I have lost 22 lbs but several folks actually noticed it moreso today...LOL! (Made me wish all my scrub tops were designed like that.)

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[dm-lunsford.livejournal.com]

I'm glad to hear you got lots of compliments on the new scrub top. I thought it was so bright and fun - I was glad you bought it. ; )

[de23.livejournal.com]

Whoo-hoo on the scrub top. I'm glad we could contribute in a small way to a happy clothes day. And you know if you're going to compare Red Dwarf to HHG I'll have to watch it. And of course comparing Bleak House to N&S makes me want to watch *it*! But when, when?

[ruralstar.livejournal.com]

Congrats on the weight loss! That's terrific hon. Be proud!

Jen loved Red Dwarf. They showed it on PBS here ages ago and she taped it. I think that's why she liked Firefly too. They are nothing alike but they are both very quirky.

Ruralstar

[merlindra.livejournal.com]

Ah the fabulous Red Dwarf, I've got up to season 6 (yes most of them are only 6 episodes long) They peaked in S5 (IMHO), S7 is ok (you get 7 episodes this time) but after that it goes decidely down hill. One of these days I'll get season 8 and I think there might be a 9 too, but they aren't as good as the first few.
Have you seen the Rimmer World song, I think it's season 6, my cousin and I nearly wet ourselves, it's very funny. I'm trying to find it as a ringtone!

I could go on for hours about RD but I think it's chips time. The diet always seems to start next week.

[scarym1.livejournal.com]

In my long and varied job history, I have never been lucky enough to have a co-worker who was a SF fan.

I just love RED DWARF!!!!!!! British TV shows don't do the usual 20+ eps per season like here in north america. RD usually had about 6 eps a season. My fave character is CAT. I agree with Merlie that the last two or so season were not the best. IMHO that was because the writing team changed and a few other things that I won't say because that would spoil it for you.

I was beside my self with sguee when one of the cast members actually came to a con here in Halifax back in the late 90's.

[gateslacker.livejournal.com]

You just feel better about yourself when you are having a happy clothes day... Red Dwarf certainly has some similarities in humor. I think you would like it. Bleak House is similar to North and South in that it is a period drama and does highlight the societal difference between the have and have nots. However, I haven't seen any real romance as of yet and it has a much darker, more mysterious tone.

When, when??? Indeed!!!

[gateslacker.livejournal.com]

Thanks....I hope I don't lose the momentum.

They are nothing alike but they are both very quirky.

Yes, definitely different AND definitely quirky!

[gateslacker.livejournal.com]

LOL...well, if there are only 6eps,it shouldn't take me too long to get caught up.

And then I can see/hear the Rimmer World Song.

And, thank you for the lovely card, Merlie!!! I sent some cards in that general direction but I am afraid I didn't have your address!

[gateslacker.livejournal.com]

Yes, don't spoil me your spoilery spoiler you! LOL.

I thought Cat had one of the best introductions, for sure! I haven't claimed a fave though I do love Lister. Holly makes me laugh every time he speaks though and poor Rimmer is just "souper"! It's all smegging good fun.

[gateslacker.livejournal.com]

Also, have you pinned down any dates for your trip? I am going to put in my vacation request asap before any days are snapped up!

Vacation season usually starts in May...

[gateslacker.livejournal.com]

I was glad I bought it too..even though it wasn't on sale!

[scarym1.livejournal.com]

I just love your Toaster ICON!!!! That is one of the funniest bits. : )

One of my fave season one eps is Confidence and Paranoia.

[scarym1.livejournal.com]

I sort of had the dates picked out but now I am not so sure. I should have that worked out hopefully by the end of next week. : )

[starsperse.livejournal.com]

22lbs - bloody hell and congratulations hunny! Tell me your secrets!

As to Red Dwarf - you have just discovered my teen obsession! My lil kittys full name is KatKrytenListerRimmerHolly! I used to get the oddest looks coming out with things like 'I'm so excited all 8 of my nipples are tingling' but you can always get someone recognising 'Smoke me a Kipper, I'll be back for breakfast' over here! ooooo you may just have inspired my next dl list . . .

[gateslacker.livejournal.com]

LOL...that is a mouthful for your kitty. Snicker re: "I'm so excited all 8 of my nipples are tingling".

As for weight loss, I have been really adhering to the old diet and exercise thing. It sucks but whaddaya do