WAMAC: Women's Auxiliary Monster Army Corps

[ChattyLMS]

Halloween.
I just love to sit on the porch and hand out the candy.  I can only do it when it's warm enough.  I wonder how much candy actually gets eaten.  Here, I personally take care of all the chocolate!

[monsterphile]

Any JOSS WHEDON fans here?

I've always enjoyed Joss Whedon's work because it's fresh and creative.

But, beyond just being clever and sharp, Whedon occupies a special place for a lot of women horror/sci-fi fans because he insists on creating strong, intelligent roles for women in his television programs and movies.

My favorite would be his television series FIREFLY.

Anyone else a fan of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Firefly, Dollhouse or other work?  

Elizabeth,

It's amazing that you were discussing this.  I recently just got through watching the Firefly series and the movie SERENITY.  I had picked up the set used some time ago, but just got around to watching it, although I had watched SERENITY before.  I really enjoyed the series.  The characters, stories, and dialogue were all fresh and well thought out. 

Based on this, I am going back to watch the Buffy series (I am now on season 2), because I had originally skipped it because I didn't care for the original movie (the one with Kristy Swanson).  I may rewatch the movie though, because I'm guessing that although the some of the parts were miscast, maybe the writing and plot was decent.  I am really enjoying the series though, so I guess that after I'm through with Buffy, I'll have to move on to Angel.

Apparently, I'll also have to check out Dollhouse too?  Guess I'll be busy.

Rob

[vpdogjoe]

This cute jack-o-lantern is about a foot tall and is made out of a dry gourd. When you plug it in, it lights up (small night-light type bulb). One of the ladies I work with gave me this last year at Christmas.  If there is anything I love getting for Christmas, it's more HALLOWEEN!

[Dr.Teufel Geist]

Any JOSS WHEDON fans here?

Anyone else a fan of Buffy the Vampire Slayer?

Any favorite characters from any of Whedon's shows or movies?



I know this is a girlie place, and I'll just have to risk gettin cooties
But, I had to answer the question, Major Fan of Buffy and Angel series.
Spike is my fave character from Buffy and Wesley is my fave from Angel.
Spike is the perfect hated Badguy/Goodguy, they hate him when he's bad, they hate him when he's good, he just cant win.
Wesley is hillarious, my fave episode is, Where he is pretending to be Angel.
Fave episode from Buffy is the Halloween episode, where they become the costume they are wearing.
Fave Monster from Buffy is "The Gentlemen"

See ya Ladies L8TR,

Doc

[MissDrac]

With a coupon, I got this guy for under ten bucks. Woohoo!! Meet Mr. Bones!!!

[Elizabeth]

Rob and Dr. G, thanks for your contributions here!

It's great to find more Joss Whedon fans!

My background with Buffy and Angel are a bit spottier... although I do enjoy vampire stories, and caught episodes here and there, I was not a regular watcher of either show.  I always thought those shows were well-written and clever, but never got hooked.  (My brother and mom were both dedicated Buffy and Angel fans.)  For whatever reason, Firefly really resonated for me.  (And Rob has inspired me to think about getting Buffy on DVD and working through the series... )

I have not seen Dollhouse (need to track that down on DVD), but added it to the post because I knew it was current.  (And major oversight to have left out Angel on the original post there about Whedon shows/fans.)

I think Cuz Sarah/vpdogjoe made some very astute observations about why Buffy (and other Whedon characters) appeal to women fans... balancing tough choices with the realities of life.

Listening to the commentary on Serenity the other day, Whedon was talking about the moment when the doors open on River (at the end of the movie) with the two blades in her hands.  He said something like, "I've been criticized for always using adolescent girls as my heroes.  I don't care."

Thinking about what Cuz Sarah said, coupled with that remark from Joss Whedon, made me think... what I also like about his work is the ENERGY.  Perhaps, watching them, we feel young again.

[Elizabeth]

Cuz Sarah, that gourd is BEAUTIFUL! I bet that is really lovely when it's lit up! What a wonderful gift.  Is it tricky to store something like that from year-to-year? I imagine it's delicate.

Miss Drac, that skeleton is going to be a great addition to your dungeon-office there! And MORE COUPONS! Your buddy Momula warned us that you are the Coupon Queen!

I'm having a blast and getting very excited about Halloween as I read through this thread.

I was at Target last week, and saw the seasonal back-to-school stuff was being downsized and consolidated, and Halloween aisles were starting to appear.  FINALLY!

[ChattyLMS]

I never watched Buffy.
I did like Buffy on Family Affair.  Funny, I thought there was some connection!

[vpdogjoe]

Boy this thread been pretty quiet..... I didn't get to go to Eaton, Ohio Craft show to find some Monsters. But I will go to my local Pumpkin Fest in couple of weeks. Hope to find some there.  Last year I got some handmade doll of Frankenstein.  I will let you all know what I find soon.  Has anyone find any at your local craft show??

[ChattyLMS]

No I haven't found anything, but there are a lot of really cute things in the stores.  I have to remember that I have no money when I go near those places!

[Marsha]

ok ladies..it's been too quiet over here. i need your help. i am planning my son's 4th annual hw party and need party ideas. The usual each year includes: we decorate pumpkins, have a costume contest and play 3 games. So I need help on the games part. He turned 9 this year so I don't want to keep doing the same "small kid" games. Any input is greatly appreciated!

[Dr.Teufel Geist]

Bobbing for Eyeballs  is a fun game

Sorry, couldnt resist, the Devil made me do it, oh wait....

[vpdogjoe]

Here are several sites that has many ideas.... hope these will help.

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/379050/halloween_party_game_ideas_for_six.html?cat=74

http://www.mamasource.com/article/halloween-party-for-10-year-olds

http://www.ehow.com/how_5431363_host-successful-kids-halloween-party.html

[Marsha]

Thanks for the help guys. I have been up since 5am getting ready for todays party. I am tired and frustrated. And my kid has the nerve to tell me he's going to play video games all day till party time. That's it. This is the last party ... I threaten this every year..hehe. Ok. done venting...back to decorating... Happy Halloween to everyone in case I die of exhaustion by tonight!

[Scatter]

Any JOSS WHEDON fans here?

NO

Anyone else a fan of Buffy the Vampire Slayer?

NO

Any favorite characters from any of Whedon's shows or movies?

NO, Hope that helps.