Not that I am a huge reader of books, but I really enjoyed (and read in 2 nights) the book called Twilight that is being made into a movie this year. I am behind on the times as the book was released years ago. I was in love and read all ~500 pages in 2 nights. A young vampire in love with a human - oh yes. It was awesome. I am already trying to see when I can get to the store to pick up the next 3 books. For anyone that enjoys a good, relaxing and fast read I recommend this novel.

So, the books take place mainly in Forks, WA which is about 40+ miles west of where I lived in Washington. So I could imagine perfectly in my head the described surroundings of green, damp and cloudy. I must say, it kinda made me miss the NW. I miss the rain. Especially during this hot and dry summer that we are having in Texas - and I am sure it will roll into a hot and dry fall. Blech.

I just noticed that my last two posts were relating to vampires - do not be aghast - it was just pure happenchance.

Lost Boys: The Tribe.

I finally got to see the sequel for the lovely as ever Lost Boys movie. It was everything that I needed and wanted it to be and more. For those of you who know me well, you understand my enjoyment of vampire and zombie movies. Doing research in case we are ever infested and I must fight off infection - not really (but maybe...maybe...). But, for some reason, I really enjoy these movies - no matter how horrid they are. And let me tell you something, I have seen some exceedingly bad vampire and zombie movies.

But not last night! I had prepped myself for Lost Boys 2 (The Tribe) after seeing The Soup a couple weeks back that had a guest appearance from my favorite Corey. Oh Corey, look at you - all grown up and married! I was just tickled pink that they had you came back for the second as a surf board shaper and vampire hunter. I love it and loved it!
The movie was a little more sex-u-al and more bloody that I remember the original movie being, but seeing that the Corey's were so young back then - I guess for the fan base it had to be. I also very much enjoyed the brother of the older Sutherland! I really did not know what to expect, but I did enjoy him. He was creepy, but never too creepy. His hair looked a little greasy though - I always think that vampires should have clean coifs. But that is personal choice!

This movie makes me want to finish my zombie TV pilot - maybe Corey would take a part in it! It would be right up his alley! Much loves Corey!

Also, but never to ruin - there is a fun little cameo at the end, but sure to watch it and not turn your DVD player off too soon!

Random Post: Me, riding a horse in Seattle in June.

Yes it is a bit far away - but still, you get the notion of it all.

Update to first words blog entry.

I wanted to say, and ever so proudly, that Thayer is saying mama now. And again, not just babbling. But saying it as he crawls over to me or hangs to my leg as I wash dishes and have no hands to pick him up. It is very sweet and i just can't see where time has gone to. I am sure my friends are right though, I will, in about 2 months wished that he would un-learn it!

Cobra Kai.

I wanted to announce the name of the karoake team that I will be joining in the fall. The team name is Cobra Kai and the team includes: myself, hubby, Debra and Julia. I am wondering who else!!!! ummmm....we need another dude!

What a wonderful weekend in the ever too hot Breckenridge, Texas. I think that the temps topped out at 112 degrees, but when you are outside playing golf, it seems even hotter. Chris and his team made the championships and had we stayed longer yesterday evening we would have discovered that his team came in the money and was third. But, let me tell you. When it is 8:00 at night and you know that there is a 4 hour drive ahead of you with a 1 year old - you kind of just want to leave.

It was a lot different this year with Thayer present and not in a bad way. Usually we would be stuck places with no reason to leave. Like the town bar called Potters on Saturday night for the tournament dinner. BUT, we were told that Thayer could not stay past 9:00, seeing that it was in fact a bar! I am glad that we left when we did because I heard that right after we left, there was a bar fight. I kind of imagine a "Roadhouse" kind of thing with a blind man singing, chairs being thrown...and yes - I was told a beer bottle and pool cue came into play. A little bit different that what we are used to seeing in Austin, but this town is full of true Texans. Tight jeans, boots, hats and of course, giant belt buckles - and that is just the ladies! Not that I do not enjoy most of the people we see on this one weekend every year. Lance, Angela, Diane, Thomas, Mr. Weatherby...but I just get tired sometimes of - well - how do I say it...okay, really I do not have any reason to leave early other than I am tired and old. When the clock chimes 10, I am usually curled up in bed watching the history channel. I guess this one weekend every year could be the exception, but I do love sleep!

I really did miss caddying for Chris, usually I get to ride with him, clean balls, get water, help with clubs...I did not this year. Thayer and I went out with him Saturday morning for about 5 holes, but then it got to be Thayer's nap time and we headed back to the hotel. But, I must say that Thayer was perfect on the course and acted like a little gentleman. He also received numerous compliments on how well-behaved he was. Even one comment that we was quieter than the gallery of drunk ladies that were following the players around. Well done Thayer - well done!

All in all, it was a great weekend and we got to see all the people that we love to see! I am excited for next year when Thayer is old enough to get in a lot more trouble.