Well there is some justice after all. Both the Dodgers and the Angels suffered major losses today in Game 1 of the playoffs. It sort of helps make up for the fact that the Padres aren't in the post season.
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
Most Hobbit minded people have already seen the latest installment so this is for those of you waiting for the crowds to go down. Part 2 is much better than part 1. This applies to all viewers. Where the gap happens if you have not read the book (including the appendices) you will probably like the whole movie. If you've read the book and taken the time to read the appendices, then you'll appreciate the back story that's presented here. The spirit of Tolkien is present and Desolation of Smaug fits well within what will become a 6 part movie. What I liked....The opening sequence. This is not in the book and I had to look it up in the appendices and sure enough, Gandalf and Thorin did meet in Bree. Thranduil and Legolas father/son relationship. I liked it. While only a mere mention in the appendices, in this movie we see Legolas loyal to his father. That Legolas doesn't mesh with the person he becomes and it will be interesting to see what happens to Legolas in the nex...
I'm rooting for the Angels. I've been to a few of their games, plus they are closer to SD than the Dodgers. I am also rooting against the Yankees. Them and the Braves have been in the playoffs enough. Give other teams a chance. Padres in 2005!
ReplyDeleteWell the Angels are choking right now, down 2 games. The Yankees fought back and won yesterday and the Dodgers play game 2 today. We can give a shout out to Millard who lives right by Yankee stadium but if it comes down to it, go Red Sox!
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