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-Cried over Can you Hear my Heart, lightning caused my Main computer's power button to not work anymore (goodbye all of my songs... too bad I'm not tech savy; anyone with this issue ever? I have a Dell Studio XPS 435), found my old school FTTS CD, preparing for a friend's wedding...
I guess that ~they~ say is right, life has it's ups and lows :D
What's up peeps!
Question for CYHMH viewers:
-How are you taking JH/MR's scaryness? Just going with the flow or is it ruining your fantasies of brotherly romance as it did with me?
I think MR is broken because he cares about D, but he is hurting so much because of all those crazy parents they have.
I allways have this feeling that at the end MR will end up dying. I hope I'm wrong
Oh, JH/MR is making me too sad! Although with Episode 24 he shows he still cares when he panics on the telephone. Unfortunately, he gets angry again when DG's Mom says that she is calling him because he is DG's doctor and then he hangs up in anger. But he does go to the hopsital to see him because what he has done to DG is eating at him.
I read what DG says at the end of Episode 24 in the preview for Episode 25... And because of what I read, I have hope. I won't say anymore, but I do have hope.
I hope that DG and JH/MR need to reconcile and put an end to the crazy parents issues. Of course, if that happened, where would the show's tension be. We still have six more episodes to go, so I am prepared for a tension roller-coaster ride.
Finally a big, huge thank you to all the English subbers who worked really, really hard to get CYHMH subbed so quickly this week!!!!! I was happily surprised to be able to watch it in subs on Wednesday the 22nd instead of today Friday the 24th!!!
Hahaha!!!! Izzie ! Now that I discuss ratings I sound very intelligent now, I credit this completely to you! *wink* thank you!
And the sharing food idea !!!! That's mint ! Imagine having that steak meal pil joo's mum & ae jung's dad had together with you all ! I would die of happiness ! I might throw in Peter Jason's wine too !!! Lol
Poor JH/MR! The lonely instant rice scene made me so sad for him. Poor guy is all messed up. I have hope that he comes around and realizes that his "dad" really loves him and accepts his disability. I really really like this drama. DJ and WR are so cute together.
Your data may not be lost. Power supplies usually have built in protection to blow a fuse in the event of a surge to prevent damage to other parts of the PC (computer).
One thing you can check is if there is a black switch on the back of the PC where the power cord plugs in to it. You may just need to flip this switch and then try the power button again. Another possibility is that the fuse blew in your surge protector (power strip) if you had the computer plugged in to one. Power strips usually have indicator lights that come on if a power sureg blows the fuse. If you are not sure, you can plug a lamp or something into the strip to see if it is still working. If you did not have your PC plugged in to a power strip, I would recommend that you do this in the future.
Lastly, if you had no power strip and there is no little black switch on the back of the PC, your power supply unit (PSU) may be dead. If this is so, you can try replacing the power supply before giving up hope on the PC. You can find replacement power supplies online for under $100 that should meet your needs. Please see below for a link to the service manual for your PC:
Don't be scared to try and replace this part yourself, you just need to exercise caution when touching the internal components to prevent ESD (electrostatic discarge) from damaging the PC. We generate electricity naturally (like when you walk accross the room and touch a metal door knob and get a shock), and it can hurt the PC. To prevent ESD, just touch a piece of the metal frame of the PC before touching any PC components. The service manual should have instructions.
If all else fails, and you cannot get the PC to start even witha new PSU, you can remove the hard drive and place it as an extra drive in a different PC, which should give you access to the data at least. If you have a friend with a PC, you can maybe take the drive out and place it in their PC as an extra drive to try and access the data.
Thanks for coming to the rescue "MJP's Hubby"! :D
I never had the need to learn the mechanics of computers when I was living at home/dorm lol. Goes to show how scary necessary they are.
I'm thinking it has to do with the PSU, like you said... I'm pretty sure it's not as simple as a malfunctioning power button. If I cant figure it out though, I guess I'll just call tech support to replace some parts *shudders at fee*
Thanks for the help though!!!
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About JH/MR: I know I've said this on soompi, but he reminds me of a sad little Hamlet. His phone call did offer me that smattering of hope for his soul, however. And, his conversation with his "father" at the stairs was also very telling (OT- I will be very upset if Jung Bo Suk does not recieve an award for this role).
The detailing of all of the characters have highly impressed me though. Their personalities are not static and they dont seem to make (script-wise) irrational decisions.
CYHMH is definitely top 3 dramas this year if not #1, and there is still a lot of time left in 2011. That show is just so good...It's way up there on my all time best list too and the show is not even over yet!
The writers were so patient in building up Ma roo and that stellar bromance with Dong joo that now that Ma roo's such a bad guy I'm completely torn by all the bad things he does and then how bad and lonely he feels afterwards. Ma roo is one of the best most complex villains ever portrayed in a kdrama....I want him to turn around so badly >.< We'll see I guess...
CYHMH is also one of the longest kdramas I've watched (I'm 16-24 episodes kinda girl) while it's airing and it's completely worth it. I can't rave about this show enough, but I'll stop now. :)
i love bromance, but for me, i feel what JH gone through his life...sympathy for him, but he shouldn't hurting DJ, recent preview for episode 25, JH, really go all out, to destroy DJ mum's by destroying DJ...wooo..scary, JH feeling's for WR, surface, which i like, because, i like to see both DJ and JH, fight over a girl...i know..i know, i'm a fan girl..hehehehhe....
I actually would love to see Joon Ha and Dong Joo to somehow both get Woo Ri at the end(threesome?). For me, Woo Ri is the only the is really stopping him from going all out villian. Dong Joo and Woo Ri together are like a bundle of cute.
I never liked Ma-roo anyways. To me he has always been a selfish bastard. I do think he will reconcile with Dong-joo at some point though. He was concerned after he found out about his accident and is just trying to hide/deny that he still has feelings for the guy. The mother is the one he really wants to destroy anyways.
I like scary/angry Ma-roo actually better than passive, surrogate mommy obsessed Ma-roo.
Funnily enough, the same thing is happening to my personal computer. I am in the process of finding a pc repair place to fix my computer. I don't have the same computer as you but if they are able to fix it I will let you know what the problem is.
My first post on this site, and its a technical one :). Anyway assuming there is no damage to your hard drive it is removable and install able. that is to say you can pull it out of your broken computer and install it on a working one. another possibility is that the problem with your computer is restricted to it's power supply so simply replacing it will fix your computer, fortunately power supplies are cheap 40 to 50 dollars if you want to go this route you i would suggest going to the dell website and looking for it in replacement parts. End technical discussion, love this site love this community happy Friday everyone.
Thanks Joseph! I'm sorry that your inaugural post was along the lines of tech support :P
I think I'm going along the lines of getting spare parts. I ended up opening the case, with phone help from my dad >_>, to check if anything is loose/can be done. I'm thinking it could be the PSU. Thank you for the help! :)
Ma-Roo was a bastard to begin with. Even though it killed him, he's still someone who abandoned his family. My mum and I are totally into this drama and she's of the opinion that he's pretending to hate Dong-Joo to save him in the end. But I think that his hate for Tae-Sook (sp?) is far greater than his love for Dong-Joo, and that guy will go to the depths of hell to make her suffer.
This drama is definitely my favourite so far for 2011.
Hello! This is Linda165's phone. She can't come to the OT today because, for some reason unbeknown to mankind, she decided to stop watching Best Love after episode 12.
Apparently she wants to marathon through episodes 13 to the finale and is now desperately avoiding any BL related spoilers.
Please leave a message after the ding dong. If Jin lives, she will answer you immediately. If Jin dies, please allow two to three days until she recovers her marbles.
Because those Hong sisters have done it to us before in another drama with the surpsie dying ending! Not going to say which one it is though just for those who might not have seen it...
I stopped watching because I hate it when the characters die. I didn't trust the Hong Sisters! Now that I know that no one died, I will finish the drama. Is it wrong to expect a little escapism in a comedy?
I haven't finished Hong Gil Dong yet (still on ep 12/13) but heard enough rants about its ending. No body mentioned anything about dying but I suspect only the death of the lead would cause such mix feeling about HGD.
I would really hate it if I'm right. Writers I beg you please stop killing our leads!
It's sound silly I'm replying to myself but that pipit isn't me. *sigh*
I'm joining YY, Izzie, Ani and the rest if they want to make 'The Real One Club'
My mistake! That's what happen when you read on your mobile. At least my mobile. Posts got switch for a few seconds. No body's using my name. *sigh dissapointedly*
Should have known I'm still not worthy to join YY, izzie, ani, and the others
I heard Kwon Sang-woo was in Paris a few days ago. Wonder if he's still here. I wish I could meet him on the streets!
By the way, I was surprised to see a "No Comments" next to the date, first time I see it haha.
I kno this isn't really the forum for it but I want to talk about taiwanese dramas for a sec. Drunken to love you, awesome. It flows well and isnt predictable. Hayate butler, what was the point of casting her if you were just going to make out to be a cartoon character. Mei le go, I love this pairing. Mike He playing the same role he always plays but it works. Going to try Material Queen next. Any thoughts
Drunken to Love You is awesome! The back-and-forth might get a bit tiresome in a few episodes, but the plot has kept moving at a great clip. And they're not hard on the eyes, oh, no, they aren't.
I'm loving Drunken to Love You, my only current TW-drama. Rainie Yang has improved so much as an actress, I am amazed. Script is good, chemistry is there .... waiting to see how they wrap it up.
Joseph reminds me of Will Pan (I think I have the name right) in Miss No Good with Rainie. Not necessarily his looks, but his mannerisms. I'm worried its a mark of their skill, but loving them just the same.
Now if Xiao Ru could quit trying to be noble and just grab her man.
Drunken to Love you (Rainie Yang and Joseph Chang)
Love Keeps Going (Mike He and Cyndi Wang)
Hayate the Combat Butler (Park Shin Ye and George Hu)
Material Queen (Vaness Wu and Lynn Hung)
So far I like all of them. Material Queen seems to be a good premise. The beginning started off a bit slow in spots, but they were building the framwork for the show, so I didn't mind too much. If it continues to drag in future episodes that will be annoying to me because I have very little patience and tend to skip forward.
MJP unnie, this can't be true. In my imagination you have the patience of a saint, as evidenced by your ability to warmly greet all of OT every Friday.
Well, it's not a matter of patience, but of a toddler who needs my attention. It's pretty time consuming to greet everyone individually. Today I am in the playroom reading stories, building train tracks and towns and ramps. I want to spend more time with the toddler communicating, so I had to drop something. I don't want to continually put him in front of the computer to watch cartoons all day. I want to spend time with him because I love him.
I caught the first episode of Material Queen and it's intriguing. I like the way its a bit whimsical. The music is really good so I want the OST.
I've been keeping up with Who's the One too, which I recommend. Johnny Lu and Leroy Young are both so cute and the heroine is so relatable. The OTP is really sweet.
I'll be watching Material Queen once several eps are done, and haven't given much thought to Hayate yet. However, I am following DTLY, LKG/MLG and Who's the One. That one is pretty much just filler. And I am prepared to drop LKG/MLG if my fears come true. There is a little of that opening sequence that has me really worried about how much they're going to tear my heart out later in the series. If anyone dies, I'm gone.
I'm currently switching to Tdrama too. The Greatest Love/Best Love and Baby Faced Beauty are on hold. Same with Lie To Me. Will marathon the rest of those episodes next month.
I'm watching 2007 production My Lucky Star. I'm on episode 6 and totally love it. Hope it doesn't turn bad at the latter episodes.
So far so good. The girl had to spend some years behind bar for trying to sell fake jewelery to finance her wedding. Her boy friend got away while she took all the blame for him.
The lead guy is a second son in the biggest jewelery co and is proposing to his girl friend in the same resto where the lead girl is trying to con her latest victim.
That's where they first met. He got rejected because his girl goes for someone better than him (his big brother) while the lead girl got captured and sent to prison because her escape was hampered by him.
This is sounds heavy but the drama is actually very cute, light and funny. I love when the two lead together. They are so cute.
ps. The female lead is actually a Korean actress Yoo Hana.
Am I really the first? Is there something wrong today?
I usually get here where there pages of messages.
In any case, happy Friday to everyone.
Do you feel, like me a little bit empty now that Best Love said good bye?
Any one knows Pil Joo's email address? I will send him my CV and photo. Who knows? maybe his crazy mom like me. ^ ^
Right now I just can't get enough of City Hunter!!! There's still six episodes left and there's plently more plot to cover :)
I love when that happens, since the shows I've been watching recently tend to deflate by lack of...conflict. (That's right, Secret Garden, lookin at you. As well as My Princess - even though I didn't expect MP to have very much to begin with).
20 episodes in total!! plz don't give me a heart attack here....actually CH should have been 25 episodes....then that will be awesome...but I take 20.....
I'm going to hold off until there are 4 or fewer eps left, because I fear that I might die of impatience if I know what I'm missing when I have to wait for new episodes each week.
I need a good friday/saturday show. Those two days stretch on forever without any dramas to watch.
MJP unnie - nifty song! unfortunately near the end I became totally distracted by this random dancer w/purple hair that joined the troupe near the end. I convinced myself this person was a girl, and then totally expected "her" to be the somebody (or in this case, some "bunny") to love. But s/he just went off to the side when s/his part was done. :s
DREAM CONCERT: I LOVE KOREA will be re-telecast on KBSWorld on 2nd July at 11.10pm (HK/Malaysia/Singapore time.) Great performances by all the popular k-pop groups. I'm gonna watch it again (this time with subs... yay!). Are you?
almost weekend, I cannot wait! The weather is of course rainy, what else would we have here in Seattle.
I will miss BL, it was so funny. I hardly ever get so giddy about a drama. What to watch next? The only other show I currently enjoy is City Hunter, it is executed so well and moves along swiftly, not a dull moment.
Hope that everyone is having a great day and even better weekend!
For a rainy weekend in Seattle, I receommend "Late Autumn" with Hyun Bin. It's running at the theater at the Alderwood Mall.
I saw it earlier this week and it was hauntingly beautiful. Filming was done in Seattle/Washington and adds to the whole ambiance of the movie. Loved it!
AAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH!!
City Hunter is so damn good!! I'm not going to spoil anything, but I've dissolved into a puddle from the epicness of the last two episodes. It's so good watching a drama where a) the main characters aren't idiots b) the second leads aren't just plot devices and c) villains (or daddies) are hella scary, instead of just being tools. Oh, and d) the main characters aren't doing the whole I-love-you-but-I'm-not-admitting-it-and-you-aren't-admitting-you-like-me-too-so-let's-just-go-around-in-circles-for-half-the-drama thing.
I also love how awesome the girls in this drama are. Saehee is great, and Nana is slowly getting there in the brains department. And Daddy is just so Badass. In the best, freakiest, jump-in-your-seat-when-he-appears way. Lee Min Ho is clearly the highlight though; *sigh. I don't know how he manages to package cool, vulnerable, heartbreaking and charisma in such a hot character.
Nana's conversation with Yoon-sung over coffee in Ep. 10 just about killed me. She said exactly what I've been yelling at so many k-drama heroines to say. Love her maturity in these last few episodes--and, yes, her brains!
Also, if Young-ju and Sae-hee are my favorite second lead pairing ever (they TOTALLY still have a thing for each other, he just needs to get a handle on that work-life balance he boasted about earlier), then Ki Joon and Eun-ah are the best third pairing, bar none. Her confidence and assertiveness on the judo mat (totally stalking Ki Joon, rawr!) are so sexy!
Ditto!!! super cool YS jumping windons like he was Batman...love it.... :D
@ Melonhead I agree all the characters in CH have a purpose of being, and are not there just as doormat like in so many kdramas lately.
I think finally we are getting to see and feel who Nana is, I was worry at first that writers were not going to develop her character enough, but boy they sure did in ep 9 and 10. I love her maturity level, her confidence when she talks to YS, I love that sees through his BS, and I love love that she knows who YS is, and the girl is smart.
Hi! Here's something that I found interesting over at Soompi's site. At the end of his recap for ep.10 he includes a YouTube of Jet Li doing the "dropping down the building using just my hands" stunt - totally where CH got it from.
Not a lot of news so far (I don't expect it to be out any time soon), but I'm looking forward to that as well! I just keep dreaming about casting possibilities. I hope they don't just put yoona and minho in the cast though, i mean, talk about boring. zzz. I hope they cast Sooyoung, since she was pretty great in that Kangin movie Hello Schoolgirl.
I too have been looking for news about this, and haven't found much.. I read on Dramacrazy that it would come out this summer - but no cast have been announced yet!?? On the other hand, I've found quite a bit on the Japanese Hana Kimi re-make, as well as the You're Beautiful re-make - Ikemen desu ne.
wait, what? Japan is re-making Hana Kimi? but why? it wasn't that long ago since the first one... geez, I'd rather they adapt another manga or something.
I know, it's so weird. The first one was really good too, so this one has to be even better. It seems to be just another vehicle for the star who's a member of AKB48, one of Japan's top girl groups.
And to be honest, I highly highly doubt anybody can do Nakatsu better than Ikuta Toma. He's the best part of the entire show.
I'm a bit hesitant with my expectations because, well, to me the Japanese dramas are so lacking many times in the romantic lingo, physical touch area when compared to Korean dramas. Plus, they have such short attention spans that I don't know how they will squeeze everything into 10 episodes.
that's so true. Japanese dramas take about 10 episodes before the first hug, and then we don't get a kiss AT ALL. it's frustrating, and actually quite telling of their culture.
Hello! I think most of it is censorship. If you watch some of their movies... Just like the U.S.A. movies. Also, the anime is very, very graphic at times. Hence, I am not an anime watcher.
Well, the Japanese can produce a good drama though most of the really good stuff is a bit older. Hana Yori Dango, Pride, Kamisama mou..., Nobuta wo produce, With Love and Buzzer Beat to name just a few have been rewatched by me countless times. With a "literary/visual" guideline they should be able to do it.
Is Nobuta Wo Produce good? They keep adverting it on dramacrazy, but my only interest in it has been b/c the same guy from Yamato Nadeshiko Shichi Henge is in it.
Nobuta Wo Produce is one of my favorite dramas. If coming-of-age theme is your thing, then you might like it?
I love jdramas. I follow kdramas more because of this website (haha) but most of my super favorite dramas are japanese ones, ie Orange Days, Long Vacation, Kekkon Dekinai Otoko, and Nodame Cantabile.
I'm going to try City Hunter once again this weekend starting with episodes 9 and 10. I think because of all the great reviews, my expectation was really high and therefore, when I watched it, I was not impressed and a bit disappointed.
I think I'll end up watching Heartstrings when it premiers next week though...
I enjoyed the ride with Greatest Love. What a smart drama with fabulous leads!
I'm with you. Though, I'm watching CH now, I think my expectations were too high due to all the LMH excitement from everybody. In addition, I am sooo loving Best love (tears falling bx is over now) that any other show is no good enough anymore. :(
Ditto, Chloe, and while I'm enjoying CH, I think it is being overrated in general.
I think with the May drama glut that turned into the June thrill ride for me, City Hunter's over-the-top praise just hit at the wrong time ... it's is a good drama, it's just not a great drama.
The over-the-top praise for City Hunter is too much. I find myself visiting the comments less after reading the recaps from GF ,even she is in love with this drama as well. It is entertaining, certainly not great or perfect.There are some welldone scenes from the cast,good ost ,great cinematography,but you need a lot of suspension of disbelief.
The reason why CH is what it is, is because it was based on a manga (although very, very loosely), so realism is less important than plot and character. Besides, the show's set in some alternate reality Korea, so it's best to just go with it and enjoy the ride.
It's also a good mix of rom-com and thriller, so for me, who's more of a rom-com person, it's easy for me to make the transition to thriller through City Hunter than through the other more intense shows like Iris or Athena.
amen to that. any other show is not good enough anymore, either that or i dont want to be watching any other romcom so that BL will remain to be my fave forever. lol!
ive been reading CH recaps here though, it looks action packed and the OTP have good chemistry doesn't hurt that they're easy on the eyes either.keke.. might check it out once the drama ends :)
I watched just the 1st episode of City Hunter and because Best Love continued to capture my heart. When I first watched Best Love , I have to say from the 1st episode I was hooked! I never ever feel that way for drama even Coffee Prince or City Hall. And these are my favourites. I agree with you when you say either other shows are not good enough or dont want to watch as I am having serious withdrawal symptoms from Best Love! It is just EPIC in every way. Its Quality all over and never before has every episode been so cohesively beautiful, funny, tug at your heart sad, on the edge of your seat anxious and happy... yes I have clapped many times on this drama... Just LOVE IT TO BITS...
Ask me again in a couple of weeks which drama I will be watching? maybe then I can answer but one thing is for sure I am permanently Dokkofied. I dont think I can ever find a leading man who made my heart go duguen duguen quite like Dokko Jin... EVER AGAIN!!! He is just so well written, well acted and one hell of a special character!!!
I just saw the first episode and it didn't have the depth that I thought it did have, but it was still more satisfying than athena. I think the reason has to do with the music, which lightens the dark characters and situations. I really like kim mi sook, lee joon hyuk and chun ho jin so I'm watching to watch them.
When I started CH, I loved epi 1 and got stuck midway on epi 2 when he entered the BL as a MIT guy and wondered why? I forged ahead and have not looked back since. It's truly remarkable. I was unfamiliar with both LMH and PMY so this is my first drama with them. The only actor known is the SH character and that is because I watched some of "Sign" until the female medical doctor went on a plane of existence I cared not to follow.
I love, love GL. I'm waiting to finish GL this weekend. Not ready to let it go.... :( I get teary eyed just thinking about ending the drama.
But hey, realistically, CH is not everyone's cup a tea. :)
I didn't like CH eventhough I didn't have big expectations, not a fan of LMH and I find PMY limited actress, also in general dislike dramas based on manga, so I stopped at ep 4..
completely agree with you about Greatest Love though, fabulous leads~~
I find Greatest Love has ruined many a drama for me (at least for the next few weeks). It was so awesome that nothing else is holding my attention as much :(
I agree a bit about all the hoopla over CH...
When it first started airing, I decided to read the recaps first and watch later (cos I had room for only one crazy drama addiction at a time and Best Love was IT :-))
so I think it must have upped my expectations too much...
it was like reading a superb book and then being let-down over its adaptation..
the action scenes are well done and plotting is tight, but somehow the romance, cute parts or the epicness of the OTP don't really grab me...
(it's Harry Potter all over again, huhu... hmmm... 15th July can't come fast enough, though, hehe)
even the life or death stakes in this drama aren't so dire 'cos yeah there's no way the CityHunter's going to die especially if this is to be set up as a prequel to the original manga series... I'd worry more about NaNa living till the end or not :-(
Anyways, I blame GF entirely :-P for me not enjoying this series as much as most people are... for me, the drama itself couldn't live up to her delightful recaps and infectious enthusiasm, heh...
But since everyone's been gushing about ep 10, maybe it'll change my opinion :-|
I haven't watched City Hunter yet. Tried to watch the first ep but then switched back to Dokko Jin (who could resist to love him?)
I'm prepared to love CH after hearing so much raving about it. But I think I should lower my expectation a little bit now.
Excited for the weekend because hubby will be back from a 2 week work related trip...and oldest daughter will be back from her vacation from my in-laws.
Am so thrilled I can stream BOF, my Princess PK, etc on my Netflix now. I hope more dramas and of course CH will be available soon too. Am so addicted with CH now and am glad the drama turned up so well. I was expecting some dramas to be great but mehhhh....
Yay! I had a few K-dramas in my video queue, just so I'd know when they became available for streaming, but then when I scaled back to streaming only, I lost track. Hm. 3:30 am is probably not the time to start the marathon, though.
If ever there was a reason to jump back on the netflix wagon! Although they were my source for Bollywood....anywho, my reasons for abandoning ship are longish and strange-ish and-- And I'm stopping now :s
its been raining cats and dogs and potatoes(not) in my part of the world. the whole city is flooded and the typhoon hopefully will be out of the country this weekend.
i am already having BL withdrawal symptoms, gah! but cant wait for sunday so i can watch the final 2 episodes with english subs.
after that i will try to refrain from watching any current k-dramas coz my mental and physical being cant take that kind of insanity again. so while waiting the storm out, can u give me any good PAST k romcoms??? something like 9 end 2 outs (2 outs in the 9th inning) kind of rom-com?? or any good movies??? i have yet to watch rly good k romcom movie. also im a fan of indie movies, im geeky when it comes to indies i used to watch a lot of spanish, french, mexican indie movies before i came back to k movies..so any recommendations would be welcome.. thanks everyone
I had just finished watching the french romantic comedy movie, Heartbreaker. It's about a man, Alex, whose occupation is to break up relationships where one party is "unknowingly unhappily". So one day he is hired by a rich dude to break up his daughter, Juliette's, upcoming wedding. He poses as her driver/bodyguard. And then you know, Alex and Julilette, fall in love. Unlike the usual rom-com, it's more leisurely paced, which is why I liked it. And unlike recent American rom-coms, the female lead here does NOT make me cringe.
i will look that up, interesting plot would u by any chance know the actors and director? i love french films soo romantic. haha funny u mentioned that, recent american rom com female leads that make u cringe, coz i just read that recently same thoughts from a writer. lol! i want the romcom days of meg ryan, diane keaton (woody allen films), julia roberts...
I saw a preview for this on WATTV and thought it sounded interesting. Did you watch it online? If so, was it English subbed? If so, do you have a link?
I recently saw the Korean comedy "Going By The Book" at dramacrazy.net Some scenes stuck on my mind for days and I found myself laughing even in public.
I know exactly what you mean! I am also nursing the big hole of emptiness now that Best Love has ended. I dont think I will be watching any other dramas soon or movies...just dont have the 'heart' right now..
Is this some love sickness for BEST LOVE... this is bad... this crazy.. ottoke?
I am feeling free as a bird.GL ep 16 was so good.It's all done and dusted.I can now stalk drama land.
First thing....marathon CH.I am only at ep 3.However I've been skipping scenes from ep 7 because I've been too impatient.
Also,LTM is finally here,well almost I can't wait to watch even though we are only getting an ice cream kiss instead of a boating scene.Please KJH and YEH tell writer-nim to let you both ad-lib and the PD can't yell out 'cut'
Oh happy OT and happy weekend.I am all set for a weekend of doing nothing but vegging out and some Korean homework.Yay....I love a lazy weekend.Sorta we still have CYHMH but nothing else planned.
I am so utterly addicted to city hunter, i watched the last 2 eps with a live streaming.. i didn't understand a word they were saying but i just couldn't wait for the subs to come out. who would have thought the drama would have turned out so good? I have hopeful that it would be good but its turning into probably one of my favourite dramas.
But whilst i wait painstakingly every wednesday and thursday, i'm watching other dramas. I tried watching conspiracy of the court the other day and although thundie raved about it.. it just didn't click with me :(
anyhows i wanted to ask for drama recommendations? something within the 20 ep zone, something with a good plot, nice eye candy and addictive features.
wish upon a star :) absolutely loved it! delightful girl chun hyangs bit of a old one but an all time re-watchable one, which star are you from - quite old too and bit underrated i think but i found it cute at the time. also i reaaally liked 9 ends 2 outs after gf's series overview
this might be a little random, its not a kdrama and its not within 20eps from memory but close haha autumns concerto (twdrama) is pretty decent
wow! i'm writing all these down right now, the one drama from your list i'm definately going to check out is 9 ends 2 outs :)
and is this the same aussie Magz from last week's OT? did you manage to find out where scent of a woman was getting film in australia? I went to opera house the day they were suppose to fly into australia, at around 11pm, cause i thought well for sure they will be checking out the australian icon.. but sadly no one was there :( the waffles were good at Guerlain though, so it wasn't a total loss of a night
watch watch it 9 end 2 outs, its superr underrated maybe bcoz its an adult love story but gahhh it soo good... i watched it based on DB's ratings here.. and loved it to pieces... LJJ is so cute there, right after i finished the series i followed him on twitter eventhough i dont understand a thing he tweets(its all in korean)..lol!
Have to agree about watching 9/2, Linda.
I've always loved Su Ae (since Emperor of the Seas days) and I really loved her in this. It's got a "Friends/Caroline In The City vibe to it, is well-paced and has a satisfying ending. Also, our DUCKY is in it as her young boyfriend!
Watch it - you'll really like it.
yup its me hahah i just skimmed through this weeks ot and just happened to see your request for dramas =p i've been trying to get my friends as invested into some of the dramas i've listed but so far delightful girl and wish upon a star are the winners. however just a note of warning about wish upon a star, it would be best to skim the first ep quite quickly as i wasn't really invested until ep 2
omg when did they fly in?? i was trying to find out news about them but didnt really get far sighh i thought they were still in korea T.T oh man heres to hoping they're filming in sydney next week! hehehe the waffles there are so yummy but never tried them myself unfortunately im glad you enjoyed your night nevertheless :)
I have a love hate relationship with choon hyang. I love it because uhm tae woong as the second lead who takes diabolical initiative was so refreshing, hate it because mong ryung ruined choon hyang's life. She never bounced back from saving him from prison. and even when he becomes a person that can take responsibility for her I still hated him. grrr
you know i have to agree with you ahjummabunny, mong ryong ruined her life quite a bit..i was very upset at how her path went after high school argghh frustrating but i guess to be fair to him, it wasn't completely his fault half the time in a way.. ultimately i tried to switch off that train and thought as it would ruin the show for what it was, an enjoyable old time romcom with an amazing comfortable chemistry between the two
I was able to bear most of it because she rolled with the punches and came out shining, but what really upset me was they had a chance to cut ties and she was living well and then he reentered her life. I think the ending was illogical. The woman that she became would never accept that guy. I think if she'd stayed as just a shop owner then he would be an attractive prospect.
Coffee House, Call of the Country, City Hall, Dr. Champ, My Last Scandal, Once Upon a Time in Saeng Cho-ri
If you really want to laugh try the first and the last one
If you are looking more for the romance try the others. But none will be as great as Best Love. Well I didn't add any of the Hong Sisters but I supposed you already know about them
Enjoy
I am just watching coffee house and I love it. when it was airing I saw one episode and it looked like park shi yon was going to be dumped again and I really like her in when spring comes and a man's story and I didn't watch it. I'm glad I didn't and also upset that I didn't. I feel overwhelmed by dramas!
watched city hall it was my first CSW drama and KSA's 2nd.. coffee house and coffee prince is the same? im not rly a fan of YEH but might check it out for LSG (chef in pasta) , i hope it will live up to the hype. :) Ive been reading a lot of raves for my last scandal and dr. champ so will check it out..
and HS drama ive seen MG, YAB, FC but BL is of course my fave..im not that big into fantasy/legend drama so im nt sure if i wanna watch MGIAG..
thanks thanks...
any movie recommendations?? ive watched a lot recently and even rewatch others bt nothing compares to my sassy girl, or maybe im just sentimental coz its my first k movie i watched it way back 2002 (???) thats what got me started with my korean love affair .. :)
ooohh btw i loved antique bakeryy and mother (that won bin movie, whoa great acting both by WB and the mother)....
Coffee Prince (2007), with Gong Yoo and Yoon Eun Hye aired earlier than Coffee House (2010), which had Kang Ji Hwan, Park Shi-Yeon, and Ham Eun Jung.
Coffee Prince belongs to my Top 5 kdramas and the OTP was just great. I love KJH but never got fully invested in Coffee House, I think partly because I could not warm up to Park Shi-Yeon (if you recall she appeared cameo in BL, the one who was first eliminated in the Couple Making show). My reaction to CH was kind of strange. I was actively resisting the OTP and from the start even to the latter half of the drama where it was clear who the OTP was going to be, I still kept hoping KJH's character would fall for his secretary, played by HEJ (who was Suzy's frenemy in Dream High).
Coffee Prince highly recommended. You'll see why GF is ready to fight tooth and nail for Gong Yoo. :)
I just finished ep. 12 of Harvest Villa. This show is funny, suspenseful, crazy, and romantic. It stars Shin Ha Kyun and Lee Bo Young. Lee Bo Young is this scheming femme fatale, but for some reason I still want her and Bok Gyu (SHK) to have a happy ending together :)
nothing rly ever happened bet the OTP there, but i loved that series. i think the focus rly was about pasta - the cuisine and the ins and outs of the culinary industry and what happens in the Kitchen (and out of it).
Good thing pasta is my favorite food)and have always been crazy abt Italy) or i would have been bored to death watching it, i think i could cook vongole and aglio olio with my eyes closed now after watching that series..i have learned fr that that the secret to cooking pasta are the broth and the endless pan-shaking ergo a rly strong wrist. so geeky i know..heehee
I enjoyed it so much, no evil 2nd leads, cute Italian team chefs and chemistry between GHJ and LSG was awesome, pity they didnt use it to its full potential. after that i went crazy looking up past dramas/movies of LSG and GHJ. lol! LSG i snot goodlooking but gawd he is hot!
BL was from beginning to end the romcom to beat this year, hands down the best. The Hong Sisters are the queens of romcom, their style of writing and mettas is what gets me all the time. I don't know how they do it, but they sure have a gift. I love the end it suited the drama very well, and is the first ending that has left me super satify with all my dear characters living happily ever after.
@De...you will LOVE ep 10 of CH....is just amazing!!!!
Guys CH ep 9 and 10 are available on Viki and fully sub...
First off: Gah! How sweet! The ending left me satisfied and smiling! (That's what she said)
But I was thinking about the pacing. I wonder if it would have worked better if the surgery had ended episode 12 and not 14. Then eps 13 and 14 could have been about the aftermath of the surgery and truly considering the reality of his possible confession. His declaration could have ended 14, and then the final two episodes could have dealt with the public response, since that was the main tension running throughout the show.
Oh well. Loved the ending anyways. My new favorite Hong Sisters drama.
END BL SPOILERS
PS. So in my wait for BL, I finally stumbled upon Soulmate (about 5 years after the fact). Oh man. I watched the whole thing over two days and am already re-watching it. And trying to find all of the music to download.
So is I Need Romance (which is also described in Sex-and-the-City-esque terms) a worthy successor or should I finally catch up on Miss Ripley?
Yup I expected a much grander ending but I love it all the same because who would not go all goo goo ga ga seeing Cha seung won sleeping playing with baby ! Love doesn't need to be grand to be the greatest love! I also heart them the whole family including ding dong waving to us viewer!!! Awwww I super love this drama and this the cast and crew a dream team!!! As you can probably guess still lovesick from this drama..... ^^
Hi everyone...feeling good and free...one less drama to follow live now...BL has ended nicely...so one less obsession....it's been so so tiring...May mayhem almost killed me...seriously salute JB nad GF...it's tiring just watching all these dramas , how they managed to recap them all is beyond me. Am planning to watch CH next but oh dear mixed reviews...I thought only good things on that show...and 20 epi in total...well I'm gonna wait it out then...and marathon it all later...
Right now am scouting for other dramas to watch....LTM still good?...it's gonna end next week so I don't have long to wait...but I'm rather hesitant abt the mixed reviews also...is there like a drama out there which is favoured by all!!!??
Exams are finally over!! yay! Now I can watch dramas without feeling guilty. lala~~
Ok, so, I started on Best Love at the beginning of the week and am up to ep 10 now and..um..what should I say...I really want to love it, but I don't. It's overall a solid drama with a wonderful cast, but, perhaps my expectations were too high, it's just not working for me.
I am more than half-way through the show already and I am still not sold on the romance between the OTP. I guess that's part of the problem. I mean Jin is hilarious (and freaking sexy) and I love watching his crazy antics, but he's also a jackass. There's just no way a girl would choose him as a love interest over Pil-joo. Speaking of Pil-joo, gawd I love him so much, he managed to make me swoon at everything he does and it pains me greatly that he's not going to get the girl.
I also feel a little conflicted about Ae-jung. I find her bland and am having difficulty connecting with her. On one hand, I sort of understand why she is the way she is and I do admire that she always tries to remain optimistic in spite of her situation. but on the other hand, I can't stand that she's always apologetic and helpless. sigh.
Despite all this, I do feel that I am enjoying it more by the episode, so yes, I will continue to watch on. :D
By the way, anyone watching Asuko March?? It's surprising addictive and I think I am enjoying it more than someone like my age should. But alas, I fell for the second-lead in this one too. it is a curse I tell ya!
I really thought about watching it, considering that Takei Emi is the lead and she was fan-freaking-tastic in Taisetsu...but... then I realized that with the JP Hana Kimi re-make, Ikemen desu ne, & Ouran High School Host Club coming out..that I probably shouldn't... Maybe I'll add it to my list to watch later, since you say it's good! :)
Same here, I really wanted to like Best Love cuz of all the reviews here, but idk... after several episodes, I dropped it.
I'm totally addicted to City Hunter tho haha. I guess BL is just not my cup of tea. Everyone likes different things :)
I know!! I got nothing against Aruto, but am fully on Team Tamaki. Now if Nao would just open her eyes and realise that it is Tamaki that she wants to be with....gah! Having said that, I don't think she will end up with anyone, the drama isn't exactly romance-centric.
PET PEEVE: what annoys me so much is that when i watch korean dramas.. the pants on the guys are always so short! the frustration of watching the hem of their pants being a few centimetres too short of covering their ankles.. making me have to see this awkward piece of flesh that i would have been happier not to have seen.
ugh! why?? is this a korean fashion statement or something? Lee min ho is a particular actor that i notice this has happened too.. both in personal taste and in city hunter. OR is it because.. the socks aren't long enough to cover the space between the pant's hem and the shoe when they cross their legs?
Hi Linda! I've noticed this too and I know it is definitely a trend! At first it was to just fold/roll up the pant legs but now it's definitely to just crop it off a bit lol
hahaha i noticed that with LMH in PT also but i actually liked his cropped pants/long blazer combo there.
it is actually a trend right after the skinny pants on guys..ive seen it in a lot of fashion blogs, mostly in europe.but only a few people can pull it off (read : models and actors like LMH and CSW) i found it kind of gay at first but it kinda grows on you.. :)
I've never understood the fashions they put on these men in kdramas period! I mean do men in Korea really go around dressing this flamboyantly in every day life?! Surely not.
OI! you're taking victorian up a notch aren't you! Incidentally, during Elizabethan times men went out of their way to show their ankles it was considered all the rave. Victorian times dictated that men must never see legs, going as far as covering table and chair legs. I like the exposed ankle, I just wish that they wore socks or shoes that look comfortable. Usually the shoes look like they will bruise the ankle. I don't like to see men in shorts though I always think the shoes and shorts are off. The shoes are either too fancy or busy or too casual.
This is my first time posting in Open Thread! :P But let's jump right into the beans... WAS THE LATEST CITY HUNTER GOOD OR WHAT? If possible, I am loving Lee Min Ho more!! The way he just sneaks in and out while just BARELY missing being seen is so cool! It definitely kept me on my toes the whole episode!
Also Kim Na Na: I must say I am finally warming up to her character :P I don't want to give anything away, but I love how she's proving how smart she can be! Glad she's not playing the standard Lois Lane at all!
It's good to see you again! I remember greeting you elsewhere. Welcome to the OT portion.
I'm not watching City Hunter. I am drawn to the Tdramas as of late. But still watching some Kdramas too. I am thankful that the May madness is wrapping up soon! I am dropping the multiple day a week dramas like they were flies as I just can't keep up with them all.
I've dropped:
Lie to Me (still following recaps)
You're So Pretty
Sweet Pitipat
Romance Town (still following recaps)
Which T-dramas are you watching and recommend? I haven't been following any t-dramas since Autumn Concerto so I don't know where to start looking now that I want to switch back!
I've also dropped Lie to Me and Romance Town... It was way too many for me to watch on top of City Hunter and Best Love!
Drunken to Love you
Love Keeps Going
Hayate the Combat Butler
Material Queen
I don't know if you've seen some of the oldies, but here is a list of others that I liked.
devil beside you
easy fortune/happy life
fated to love you
hi my sweetheart
it started with a kiss 1 and 2
love contract
love or bread
mars
my queen
summer x summer
sunny happiness
together
that love comes/welcome love
why why love
There are still loads more of Tdramas I haven't seen yet. But those were the ones I've seen that I liked. I won't list the ones I didn't like
I was thinking of watching Material Queen just for Vanness haha! I feel guilty cause I say I'm his fan but I haven't been following his going-ons recently. :P
I've seen most of the dramas you've listed - I've probably seen most dramas by Ariel Lin and Rainie (except Drunken to Love You, so I'll probably give that a try). Thanks for the recs!
Material Queen is the first time I've seen Vanness Wu acting. I had never heard of him before. He is a very good actor. Apparently he sings too. I learned this today. Also, the actress is very good to, I think. I really enjoyed the first episode this week.
Hi Bananabee! welcome to open threat nice to meet you...and yesss CH was totally rocking this week so much plot in 2 epiodes, that it just left me breathless....
CH went sooo fast this week, I agree! I almost wish it those two episodes were spaced within the week so I don't have to wait a whole week to find out what happens next!
Due to time constraints, I will not be individually greeting everyone today. But please know that I will be reading all your comments if it takes me all weekend!!! :-) I will be popping in and out.
However, I notice that it's a bit quiet on the Ricky the Royal Highness, Viola, tinpra(with a new handle), Jomo, etc. front!
Viola did such a good job greeting everyone last week, didn't she?
Finally to my dear, best friend Pipit... I found some good news and some bad news regarding Kim Rae Won... Apparently for some CRAZY reason, he will actually be in the military for the full 2 years. I read an article on Soompi last night stating that he won't be getting out until August 2011.
Have you found a new drama man? I am admiring Vanness Wu. He is not handsome in todays sense of "Pretty Boy" handsome and I like that. He has a nice smile and can act well. His eyes remind me a bit of MJP Hubby.
my new drama man would be ji sung. I really like his energy and I'm a bit upset that I dismissed him after save the last dance for me when I could be enjoying all of his work.
Vanness wu also looks a bit like lee jong hyuk around the eyes and the smile. I really like to see lee jong hyuk.
MJP unnie, you're not going to greet everyone? That's...that's earthshattering. Mindlblowing even! Or it could be that the sugar from lunch hasn't quite kicked in.
I agree that this week's OT is quiet and a few of the regulars are missing. Maybe we've all burned out from the last 2-3 weeks of super-mega-posting? And what time zone is HRH in anyway? I was looking forward to Jomo and Viola revealing the 1st full episode of Yobosaya (sp?). Maybe they're working on it, in true k-drama live format, and that's what's holding them up.
And is it strange for actors to do the full 2 years of service?
CMR (the OTer formerly known as tinpra, altho I see that you already noticed :D )
Oh, this is where you can insert the response that I said ignore about spending time with the toddler.
By the way, I am at times, very observant and noticed CMRprindle on a link you sent, since you changed it, I'll confess it. I am a quiet observer, for the most part of information such as that.
Y'know, above and beyond being every OTers favorite MJP and my self-proclaimed unnie, I often forget that you're a mom. (Apparently I've claimed you to the exclusion of all others >.< ) But as we say in other areas of fandom, real life always trumps fannishness. I'm glad that you reminded me that you have a life, an important wee little life, that has nothing to do with DB and takes precedence over it.
You know your writings have inspired me to think about returning to writing. Nothing serious, but just thoughts. I think about making up stories "fanfic" if you will about the DB OT folks. But I find that I don't want to offend anyone. With so many different cultures, I am just not confident it trying to be funny.
So, know that you are my inspiration to dream big!
Omo! MJP unnie! *hugs* That would be awesome! Maybe start with small stories in DB OT-fandom, using ppl who don't mind being written about. It sounds like it could be lots of fun. And I rarely think my stuff is actually funny, just that they look like they should be. I'm always pleased when someone says they are.
MJP! I LOVE YOU!
Thanks so much for the news! I really appreciate it. I know how hard it is to find even a few second when you have a little darling around you. You're simply impressive!
And talking about your fanfic: I won't be offended if you have me in mind. Did you know about that thing between me and Okiedokie? She was upset with me when she found out that her Henney and me were stranded on a desserted island.
I was too afraid to face her that I had to hide in the now infamous bathroom. And probably will stay there indefinetely if Viola didn't have the spare key.
So you see, I'm completely fine if you want to spin another story about me.
That's what bestfriends are for. You can count me in in anything!
It's the REAL Pipit!!! Did you have a big bad storm in your area recently? Glad to see you are still alive and typing!!!
Pipit, thanks for letting me use you to spin a story tale. Well, that makes three people I can use from DB OT... Let me see what I can come up with. Stay Tuned!
Hi! I wonder, dramacrazy.net and mysoju.com both use a lot of links to viki.com with their subbed programs. They should work for you because of the piggy back, I think.
Like Izzie said, try them and see. Please, I am curious to know if the don't work!
When I run out of patience for streaming videos, I download the eps. Although it sometimes requires more patienc as you have to wait for the eps to be available. But at least you won't be dealing with buffers esp. when the video's a hot item. ;)
downloading the eps has worked so well for me! You're right about the patience factor, but once I've gotten something I can watch it at my liesure, go back, pause, never wait for buffering...play while doing my hair, upload to my MP3... In other words it's been fantastic. Glad I'm not alone. It is eating up my disk drive, though. I think it was Jomo who said she was considering getting another portable disk drive to store hers. A fab idea I say.
But with Dramastyle or Dramabean you get stuck searching for the rest of the program at the hosting website. They are notorious for only posting the first portion of the episode and not the rest. It teaches good researching skills for the drama obsessed though! :-)
@cmrprindle: I have a dedicated disk drive for kdrama too. :D (what an addict, right?) gosh! these things, they take up disk space like ant colonies. Actually, my disk drive was used for anything and everything I want to store, including personal photos and videos, but then I realized that my files won't be safe with the constant plugging and unplugging of the device so I got separate drives for my files.
... and then I also burn the downloaded dramas into DVDs (just like what I do with my personal files) for backup. *sigh*
izzie, didn't I say that you were wise in the ways of drama-addiction! Fantastic ideas all. The best I've done so far with my tiny collection is to store them on the hard drive temporarily while I'm watching them, then burn them to DVDs and delete the original (to free disk space) but this isn't working so well when I'm watching one thing and downloading 2 more! And I realized I could download a lot more w/o fear if I just, y'know, had a dedicated drive... Besides, I'd been wanting a new disk drive for my music and such.
Posting from My Post-Exam Celebration! Happy Friday everyone! Hoping all is well in kdrama-Land and in life. umm just finished fist-pumping The night away, soju and hite = a very happy Jossy ^_^ ...
Hi MJP! :) Yep, enjoying much! I've downloaded kdramas and is watching in between eating and sleeping. :) Nothing's like being relaxed away from my job after months of stressful work.
I'm worried about my friends in the city though, coz all I hear are news of floods from there. I hope samgetang's okay and safe too.
The weekend is just starting here and doing good so far. We are having quite a bit of rain, but nothing major to cause flooding. However, it is causing the vegetation to grow very rapidly and delays the pruning and weeding process. The toddler is enjoying the rain because he gets to splash in the puddles.
Of course, we are all fighting a bit of an intestinal bug, so that is not fun, but nothing major.
I think that samgetang and Ricky TRH are both in the same region. So it's pretty bad around there right now, huh?
Hi MJP! I love the vision of the toddler playing in the rain, haha! Wish we can do that here now. If you play outside now, the rains and wind can beat you to a pulp. Might even kill yah, gah!
Didn't know Ricky TRH is in the same corner of the world...if he is, then hope he stays safe and warm.
I hope you have or had a good sleep! I am not 100% certain, but I have figured out from Ricky TRH posts that he is 12 hours ahead of me. I want to respect his privacy, so that is all I know or care to know. :-)
Glad to hear you've rested well. How is the storm? Is it still battering your area? What dramas are you planning to watch if you are still rained in?
The toddler and hubby are sleeping. The bug is currently beating my body up. Hubby who had it first is 100% recovered. Toddler so far only seemed to have one bout of it yesterday morning. I've got to go wake the boy up in a few minutes for his middle of the night potty run, then I can go to bed.
Hi izzie...glad to know you and your family are okay; the typhoon has been beating on us like there is no tomorrow.
I've been stuck at home for the last 3 days now. Been only out in the nearby mall for food supplies and the like. The floods are terrible...monster traffic jams. I hope no one gets hurt in all of these and everyone will be kept safe and warm especially those in low-lying/flooded areas.
Hope the weather clears up tomorrow or I wont be able to search/get the fabric supplies I need for my design prototypes. I'm so dead! Wahhh!
Good thing City Hunter is keeping me company for now!Its OST rocks. Lee Yun Song is being struck on all fronts. But Kim Nana is the coolest chick in kdramaland right now. Best Love's last episodes I have yet to watch. Cant believe it's over. Where do we turn now for our meta addiction? Meanwhile, Baby-faced Beauty is entering angst territory with the possibility of color-blindness striking LSY. Otoke? And there's a face-off between the president and Choi Jin Wook. Cute! CYHMH...maybe I will marathon when all the other dramas are over. Lie To Me? I had to drop the last several episodes...it looks like its going downhill fast...I hate to see it self-destruct.
Because of the lull I can now catch up on my reading and Korean lessons online. Check this out --http://www.busyatom.com -- the lessons are so cool!
I have to sleep now...
Hello to all OT people! Enjoy a warm cozy weekend, everyone!
Omo! Glad to hear from you, sis! You go have your much needed sleep now and let's pray for better weather tomorrow. And I hope you be able to get that fabric you need. Stay safe though. In the meantime, enjoy the bed weather. :)
Oh it's endless rain up here. But we're good. :) I'll be back in the metro on Monday. I hope there will be no more floods, since that will only add to the heavy traffic that I'll have to battle on my everyday commute to work - with that road construction thing going on at q ave.
But with the rain now... hmm... I'm thinking: coffee/hot choco, toasted bread, blanket, and kdrama marathon. :) cheers!
My sis was supposed to go up north today but decided otherwise..heard the towns there are flooded, too. They said the typhoon is on its way out but there'll be non-stop rain for the next few days due to monsoon rains. It's gonna be a wet, wet weekend.
Enjoy your kdrama watching...try City Hunter...it's good! Reminds me of SKKS...and not just because of Park Min Young, hehe.
We're hoping for a better weather tomorrow too, since we will be returning to the city.
I'm doing a re-run of 49 Days with my aunt, and then started watching Lie To Me (since I've only managed to download 4 eps of City Hall before I left for vacation) with my Mom. My cousin's daughter also copied the kdramas that I downloaded and doesn't come out from her room much since then. I've pretty much spread the addiction here. :)
Hi Madola
DB & GF decided to drop it as they had too many shows to recap. To appease the fans, they made it an open thread and they write a weecap with their views on the show
guys I have too many dramas to watch so I'll be popping in and out depending on my work/drama-watching demands. I hope you all have a great weekend and a happy ot!
Have a good Friday everyone,
I was so disappointed ep 11 and 12 on LTM
I hope the ending is good.
I love main characters they both did a great job.
take care everyone.
If you're looking for subs for City Hunter ep 10, you have them on Darksmurfsubs, and they're good! Better than those on Viikii at least ^^.
Have a good weekend everyone!
i just started watching I Need Romance & liking this drama series! i think it's cute! is anybody here following this new drama? if you hvnt chk it out i think you'll like it! there's so many that some of the new ones i started i had to stop like ms ripley i don't need to comment as some might get upset with me if i did, then there's can u hear my heart i also stopped no comment, baby faced beauty i also keep it to myself altho i started that just to see ryu jin who's one of my faves; then lie to me i might continue with this one only reason i stopped was coz of watching the lengthy drama smile dong hae :)
once again i recommend at this point i need romance!
lol no...none of my friends in real life know of my secret obsession heehee
actually wait i did tell one of my korean friends and she thought i was crazy lmao
New here to the OT. First time commenting on one :)
I'm not really much of a drama watcher. I tend to just read recaps or skip through a lot of parts because I like getting to the point. But hearing about so many good reviews on City Hunter, should I give it a try? Will there be any moments where I will be tempted to skip through?
I'm even thinking about skipping through the first episode because I don't usually fall in love with a drama on the first episode.
I know, I'm a drama non addict. Cure my syndrome? D:
I think you can skip through a lot of the first episode, but I don't think you should. In fact you can skip the whole episode and read the recap instead. The recap really makes the drama seem a lot more bombastic than it is. I'm not saying it's bad, it isn't, it isn't cute either. It had one of the best first episodes for the season.
I guess I forgot to mention that I have been reading all the recaps of City Hunter so I know what happens, but is this drama good enough that it won't make me wanna skip even though I know what happens?
I recommend that you don't skip any part of ep. 1 cause is jam pack with information that sets up the whole story going foward and believ me, if you are in to superhero genere you would love City Hunter.
So has anyone else been growing their own potato plant because of Dokko Jin and his darling potato? *g*
I have to say, though - either potatoes in Korea are a whole lot prettier than elsewhere, or Dokko Jin has Magical Potato Powers. My potato is spiky, non-leafy and weird-looking and not at all the pretty green plant that Jin got!!
One of my aunties had a potato plant, and, if I remember right, it was fairly big and leafy. Maybe it depends on the size of your plant, or the variety of your potato.
I'll plant it in a flowerpot in another couple of weeks, and see how it develops. :-) Maybe I should give it the full Jin treatment and first threaten it with a boiling pot of water, only to then coo at it and pet it lovingly. ;-)
I just watched Dokko Jin go on some tear during the first episode, and my first thought was "How does Sylvia's potato plant work into all of this?" lol!
hmm I think I have a potato plant too. I actually threw the sprouting potatoes into my raccoon farm ( also known as my backyard) and there is a large plant where I threw them. Is it too good to be true?
But take the right kind of pot to plant in - I was having a mental meltdown when I saw the what kind of size and form GAH used, please bear in mind that it will need some space for the roots!!!
Just read in Korean news that Im Joo-Hwan (Tamra the Island) is hospitalized in a military hospital. Apparently he fainted during basic training and they detected some heart problems, so he's still under observation. Hoping it's nothing serious!
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1 Alvina
June 24, 2011 at 6:56 AM
Good day.
-Cried over Can you Hear my Heart, lightning caused my Main computer's power button to not work anymore (goodbye all of my songs... too bad I'm not tech savy; anyone with this issue ever? I have a Dell Studio XPS 435), found my old school FTTS CD, preparing for a friend's wedding...
I guess that ~they~ say is right, life has it's ups and lows :D
What's up peeps!
Question for CYHMH viewers:
-How are you taking JH/MR's scaryness? Just going with the flow or is it ruining your fantasies of brotherly romance as it did with me?
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zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 7:05 AM
I think MR is broken because he cares about D, but he is hurting so much because of all those crazy parents they have.
I allways have this feeling that at the end MR will end up dying. I hope I'm wrong
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 7:30 AM
***** Can You Hear My Heart Spoiler Alert*****
Oh, JH/MR is making me too sad! Although with Episode 24 he shows he still cares when he panics on the telephone. Unfortunately, he gets angry again when DG's Mom says that she is calling him because he is DG's doctor and then he hangs up in anger. But he does go to the hopsital to see him because what he has done to DG is eating at him.
I read what DG says at the end of Episode 24 in the preview for Episode 25... And because of what I read, I have hope. I won't say anymore, but I do have hope.
I hope that DG and JH/MR need to reconcile and put an end to the crazy parents issues. Of course, if that happened, where would the show's tension be. We still have six more episodes to go, so I am prepared for a tension roller-coaster ride.
Finally a big, huge thank you to all the English subbers who worked really, really hard to get CYHMH subbed so quickly this week!!!!! I was happily surprised to be able to watch it in subs on Wednesday the 22nd instead of today Friday the 24th!!!
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dramaaddict
June 24, 2011 at 7:53 AM
Where are you getting the completed subs? I can't find them anywhere.
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 8:37 AM
I watch them at dramacrazy.net
http://www.dramacrazy.net/korean-drama/can-you-hear-my-heart/
I also found last week somone who does really quick and dirty recaps.
http://blogs.fanbox.com/CanyouhearmyheartEpisodesbelow
ck1Oz
June 24, 2011 at 8:41 AM
Go to soompi/am-addiction
or try this folder for viki subs.
http://www.megaupload.com/?f=FL70IEXL
zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 10:02 AM
try kimchidramas.net or natnatvip_online.com
I don't like dramacrazy bx has too many ads and pot ups
MJP
June 24, 2011 at 12:18 PM
zgznoona,
They TOTALLY have too many add pop-ups! Ha! Ha!
favegirl13
June 24, 2011 at 7:53 PM
dramacrazy has ad popups.. seriously since when??
ive never had an ad popup ever.
i am so renewing my spyware /ad blocker
Arhazivory
June 25, 2011 at 12:21 AM
Softsubs are on viki.
SpongeBob
June 25, 2011 at 1:58 PM
A substantial drop in reply to OT for this week, is it because of summer holidays?
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MJP
June 25, 2011 at 4:57 PM
Either that or the weather... Basically real life stuff.
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 7:18 AM
Lightening, lightning, lightning! Frightening, frightening, frightening!
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 8:41 AM
Bunny Love,
How are you doing today? I haven't seen your princely partner in Kdramas yet today.
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 11:08 AM
I am a LOVE-D BUNNY! Yay!
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Qd
June 25, 2011 at 3:05 AM
MJP! Ahjummabunny! You made my day! So cute!!! Huggies to you too!
Special shoutout to IZZIE for replying to my ratings confusion! YOU ROCK!!!
izzie
June 26, 2011 at 3:09 AM
@QD: De nada. And thank you too. :) Only eager to share what I know and glad to help. :)
It's fun that we all get to share things we know here. (When will be able to share food? I wonder. :D )
Qd
June 26, 2011 at 11:19 AM
Hahaha!!!! Izzie ! Now that I discuss ratings I sound very intelligent now, I credit this completely to you! *wink* thank you!
And the sharing food idea !!!! That's mint ! Imagine having that steak meal pil joo's mum & ae jung's dad had together with you all ! I would die of happiness ! I might throw in Peter Jason's wine too !!! Lol
come2noona
June 24, 2011 at 8:03 AM
Poor JH/MR! The lonely instant rice scene made me so sad for him. Poor guy is all messed up. I have hope that he comes around and realizes that his "dad" really loves him and accepts his disability. I really really like this drama. DJ and WR are so cute together.
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MJP Hubby
June 24, 2011 at 8:07 AM
Alvina,
Your data may not be lost. Power supplies usually have built in protection to blow a fuse in the event of a surge to prevent damage to other parts of the PC (computer).
One thing you can check is if there is a black switch on the back of the PC where the power cord plugs in to it. You may just need to flip this switch and then try the power button again. Another possibility is that the fuse blew in your surge protector (power strip) if you had the computer plugged in to one. Power strips usually have indicator lights that come on if a power sureg blows the fuse. If you are not sure, you can plug a lamp or something into the strip to see if it is still working. If you did not have your PC plugged in to a power strip, I would recommend that you do this in the future.
Lastly, if you had no power strip and there is no little black switch on the back of the PC, your power supply unit (PSU) may be dead. If this is so, you can try replacing the power supply before giving up hope on the PC. You can find replacement power supplies online for under $100 that should meet your needs. Please see below for a link to the service manual for your PC:
http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/435MT/en/SM/index.htm
Don't be scared to try and replace this part yourself, you just need to exercise caution when touching the internal components to prevent ESD (electrostatic discarge) from damaging the PC. We generate electricity naturally (like when you walk accross the room and touch a metal door knob and get a shock), and it can hurt the PC. To prevent ESD, just touch a piece of the metal frame of the PC before touching any PC components. The service manual should have instructions.
If all else fails, and you cannot get the PC to start even witha new PSU, you can remove the hard drive and place it as an extra drive in a different PC, which should give you access to the data at least. If you have a friend with a PC, you can maybe take the drive out and place it in their PC as an extra drive to try and access the data.
Hope this helps!
Hope this helps!
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Carinne
June 24, 2011 at 9:08 AM
Mr and Mrs are totally awesome folks helping a dramabeaner in distress.
Drama is rescued! Yay!!
Good info. Imma use this as reference. Thank you MJP Hubby.
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Alvina
June 24, 2011 at 10:32 PM
Thanks for coming to the rescue "MJP's Hubby"! :D
I never had the need to learn the mechanics of computers when I was living at home/dorm lol. Goes to show how scary necessary they are.
I'm thinking it has to do with the PSU, like you said... I'm pretty sure it's not as simple as a malfunctioning power button. If I cant figure it out though, I guess I'll just call tech support to replace some parts *shudders at fee*
Thanks for the help though!!!
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About JH/MR: I know I've said this on soompi, but he reminds me of a sad little Hamlet. His phone call did offer me that smattering of hope for his soul, however. And, his conversation with his "father" at the stairs was also very telling (OT- I will be very upset if Jung Bo Suk does not recieve an award for this role).
The detailing of all of the characters have highly impressed me though. Their personalities are not static and they dont seem to make (script-wise) irrational decisions.
Def. my favorite of this seasion... :D
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 10:51 PM
Alvina,
I sure wish there was something else we could do to help with the computer. Sigh... Actually, I guess my Hubby would be doing all the work huh?
With regard to CYHMH, I am eager with excitement as the new Episodes are coming soon!
I totally agree that many of the cast deserve awards for their performance.
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malta
June 24, 2011 at 10:04 AM
CYHMH is definitely top 3 dramas this year if not #1, and there is still a lot of time left in 2011. That show is just so good...It's way up there on my all time best list too and the show is not even over yet!
The writers were so patient in building up Ma roo and that stellar bromance with Dong joo that now that Ma roo's such a bad guy I'm completely torn by all the bad things he does and then how bad and lonely he feels afterwards. Ma roo is one of the best most complex villains ever portrayed in a kdrama....I want him to turn around so badly >.< We'll see I guess...
CYHMH is also one of the longest kdramas I've watched (I'm 16-24 episodes kinda girl) while it's airing and it's completely worth it. I can't rave about this show enough, but I'll stop now. :)
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syeramy
June 24, 2011 at 10:28 AM
i love bromance, but for me, i feel what JH gone through his life...sympathy for him, but he shouldn't hurting DJ, recent preview for episode 25, JH, really go all out, to destroy DJ mum's by destroying DJ...wooo..scary, JH feeling's for WR, surface, which i like, because, i like to see both DJ and JH, fight over a girl...i know..i know, i'm a fan girl..hehehehhe....
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HappyEndings
June 24, 2011 at 7:31 PM
I actually would love to see Joon Ha and Dong Joo to somehow both get Woo Ri at the end(threesome?). For me, Woo Ri is the only the is really stopping him from going all out villian. Dong Joo and Woo Ri together are like a bundle of cute.
And I like jealous men. :D
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Kristal
June 24, 2011 at 10:47 AM
I never liked Ma-roo anyways. To me he has always been a selfish bastard. I do think he will reconcile with Dong-joo at some point though. He was concerned after he found out about his accident and is just trying to hide/deny that he still has feelings for the guy. The mother is the one he really wants to destroy anyways.
I like scary/angry Ma-roo actually better than passive, surrogate mommy obsessed Ma-roo.
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Alvina
June 24, 2011 at 10:37 PM
oh god yes. The scene where he was feeding her ice-cream?! ACK!
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SweetiePie54
June 24, 2011 at 11:18 AM
Funnily enough, the same thing is happening to my personal computer. I am in the process of finding a pc repair place to fix my computer. I don't have the same computer as you but if they are able to fix it I will let you know what the problem is.
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Joseph
June 24, 2011 at 11:46 AM
My first post on this site, and its a technical one :). Anyway assuming there is no damage to your hard drive it is removable and install able. that is to say you can pull it out of your broken computer and install it on a working one. another possibility is that the problem with your computer is restricted to it's power supply so simply replacing it will fix your computer, fortunately power supplies are cheap 40 to 50 dollars if you want to go this route you i would suggest going to the dell website and looking for it in replacement parts. End technical discussion, love this site love this community happy Friday everyone.
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Alvina
June 25, 2011 at 7:17 AM
Thanks Joseph! I'm sorry that your inaugural post was along the lines of tech support :P
I think I'm going along the lines of getting spare parts. I ended up opening the case, with phone help from my dad >_>, to check if anything is loose/can be done. I'm thinking it could be the PSU. Thank you for the help! :)
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Arhazivory
June 25, 2011 at 12:25 AM
Ma-Roo was a bastard to begin with. Even though it killed him, he's still someone who abandoned his family. My mum and I are totally into this drama and she's of the opinion that he's pretending to hate Dong-Joo to save him in the end. But I think that his hate for Tae-Sook (sp?) is far greater than his love for Dong-Joo, and that guy will go to the depths of hell to make her suffer.
This drama is definitely my favourite so far for 2011.
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2 Linda165's Phone
June 24, 2011 at 6:56 AM
Hello! This is Linda165's phone. She can't come to the OT today because, for some reason unbeknown to mankind, she decided to stop watching Best Love after episode 12.
Apparently she wants to marathon through episodes 13 to the finale and is now desperately avoiding any BL related spoilers.
Please leave a message after the ding dong. If Jin lives, she will answer you immediately. If Jin dies, please allow two to three days until she recovers her marbles.
Ding Doooong!
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dramabliss
June 24, 2011 at 6:59 AM
Jin lives. Long Live Dokko Jin!
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eclipse
June 24, 2011 at 7:39 AM
Ding Dong! Ding Dong! Dokko Jin! Dokko..Dokko...How i miss The Greatest Love already...I secretly wish that MBC would extended the series... :((
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Carinne
June 24, 2011 at 9:10 AM
Ditto1M.
1M = 1 million
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Qd
June 25, 2011 at 3:46 AM
me too!!! More Superheroes, More Happy Family, Maybe invite us to their actual wedding!!! I hear the wedding dress is from Chloe and cost 20 million won! http://www.soompi.com/news/the-greatest-love-ends-with-a-twenty-million-won-wedding-dress#comments
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Qd
June 25, 2011 at 3:33 AM
Hear Hear ! Dramabliss!!!!
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mskololia
June 24, 2011 at 7:06 AM
Relax. :)
Happy OT everyone.
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zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 7:07 AM
Pink, warm, and fluffy ending. Dont worry
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 7:18 AM
why would you think dokko jin would die? that's just strange.
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 8:49 AM
No, I'm just strange... Bunny Love, you can't go giving my titles away to everybody!!!
I'm sorry, but I'm going to have to take Bunny's comment from you because it should belong to me!
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Kristal
June 24, 2011 at 10:50 AM
Because those Hong sisters have done it to us before in another drama with the surpsie dying ending! Not going to say which one it is though just for those who might not have seen it...
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houstontwin
June 24, 2011 at 11:15 AM
I stopped watching because I hate it when the characters die. I didn't trust the Hong Sisters! Now that I know that no one died, I will finish the drama. Is it wrong to expect a little escapism in a comedy?
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pipit
June 25, 2011 at 6:09 AM
I haven't finished Hong Gil Dong yet (still on ep 12/13) but heard enough rants about its ending. No body mentioned anything about dying but I suspect only the death of the lead would cause such mix feeling about HGD.
I would really hate it if I'm right. Writers I beg you please stop killing our leads!
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pipit
June 25, 2011 at 6:15 AM
It's sound silly I'm replying to myself but that pipit isn't me. *sigh*
I'm joining YY, Izzie, Ani and the rest if they want to make 'The Real One Club'
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pipit
June 25, 2011 at 6:23 AM
My mistake! That's what happen when you read on your mobile. At least my mobile. Posts got switch for a few seconds. No body's using my name. *sigh dissapointedly*
Should have known I'm still not worthy to join YY, izzie, ani, and the others
izzie
June 28, 2011 at 12:05 AM
ha! you've eluded the cloning-bot! :) good for you.
ck1Oz
June 24, 2011 at 7:33 AM
Dear Linda...ck has watched certain scenes in ep 16 countless times without subs because it is so sweet.
I can also inform you that ep 16's subs are ready for softsubs so you can rewatch at leisure without ads.
Have a good day.
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mskololia
June 24, 2011 at 1:04 PM
Thanks for the good news ck1Oz. I was waiting to watch epis 15/16 back-to-back.
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Qd
June 25, 2011 at 3:32 AM
Kamsahamida for all your hardwork!! Without which I wouldnt be able to enjoy, understand and rewatch over and over!!!! THANK YOU!
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Qd
June 25, 2011 at 3:31 AM
LOL!!! I love your post!!!!
I think I let Dokko Jin do the talking!
As Dokko Jin would say, “Just feel honored!' LOL
Qd - Dokkofied for Life~~~
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3 Net-chan
June 24, 2011 at 6:57 AM
I heard Kwon Sang-woo was in Paris a few days ago. Wonder if he's still here. I wish I could meet him on the streets!
By the way, I was surprised to see a "No Comments" next to the date, first time I see it haha.
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4 Rainbowlovex
June 24, 2011 at 6:58 AM
Suffering from post best love syndrome. Am having many fantasies of my own about best love. Sighs dj:(
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5 dramaaddict
June 24, 2011 at 6:59 AM
I kno this isn't really the forum for it but I want to talk about taiwanese dramas for a sec. Drunken to love you, awesome. It flows well and isnt predictable. Hayate butler, what was the point of casting her if you were just going to make out to be a cartoon character. Mei le go, I love this pairing. Mike He playing the same role he always plays but it works. Going to try Material Queen next. Any thoughts
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Tamago
June 24, 2011 at 7:37 AM
Drunken to Love You is awesome! The back-and-forth might get a bit tiresome in a few episodes, but the plot has kept moving at a great clip. And they're not hard on the eyes, oh, no, they aren't.
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leonardswench
June 24, 2011 at 7:38 AM
I'm loving Drunken to Love You, my only current TW-drama. Rainie Yang has improved so much as an actress, I am amazed. Script is good, chemistry is there .... waiting to see how they wrap it up.
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So3
June 24, 2011 at 8:13 AM
Second that. Rainie has improved so much with her acting that I'm basically jaw-dropped during the first episode of DLTY.
And Joseph is my new found gem. I'm so gonna dig out his movies and watch.
The relationship between Jie Xiu and Xiao Ru are so realistic and cute that I can never have enough. IMO, it's so much better than Fated to Love You.
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hookedonmonix
June 25, 2011 at 1:07 AM
Joseph reminds me of Will Pan (I think I have the name right) in Miss No Good with Rainie. Not necessarily his looks, but his mannerisms. I'm worried its a mark of their skill, but loving them just the same.
Now if Xiao Ru could quit trying to be noble and just grab her man.
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anitalotti
June 24, 2011 at 10:32 AM
Don't forget "Love keeps going" - it is all fluffy, funny and altogether a drama I love, love, love!
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hookedonmonix
June 25, 2011 at 1:08 AM
Love Keeps Going is the same as Mei Li Go. just diff titles. :)
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dramabliss
June 24, 2011 at 11:22 AM
Yup, agree. The only TWdrama am watching at the moment. Love it. Love Rainie's new short hairdo. Makes her look more mature and fits the role.
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 9:05 AM
I am watching the following Taiwan dramas:
Drunken to Love you (Rainie Yang and Joseph Chang)
Love Keeps Going (Mike He and Cyndi Wang)
Hayate the Combat Butler (Park Shin Ye and George Hu)
Material Queen (Vaness Wu and Lynn Hung)
So far I like all of them. Material Queen seems to be a good premise. The beginning started off a bit slow in spots, but they were building the framwork for the show, so I didn't mind too much. If it continues to drag in future episodes that will be annoying to me because I have very little patience and tend to skip forward.
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 9:12 AM
MJP unnie, this can't be true. In my imagination you have the patience of a saint, as evidenced by your ability to warmly greet all of OT every Friday.
CMR (the OTer formerly known as tinpra)
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 9:41 AM
Well, it's not a matter of patience, but of a toddler who needs my attention. It's pretty time consuming to greet everyone individually. Today I am in the playroom reading stories, building train tracks and towns and ramps. I want to spend more time with the toddler communicating, so I had to drop something. I don't want to continually put him in front of the computer to watch cartoons all day. I want to spend time with him because I love him.
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 9:47 AM
Oh CMR, just ignore this post. I thought you were talking about something else!
cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 9:57 AM
LOL! No, it's no problem. And it's still a fantastic answer.
malta
June 24, 2011 at 9:53 AM
I caught the first episode of Material Queen and it's intriguing. I like the way its a bit whimsical. The music is really good so I want the OST.
I've been keeping up with Who's the One too, which I recommend. Johnny Lu and Leroy Young are both so cute and the heroine is so relatable. The OTP is really sweet.
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 10:58 PM
malta,
I am waiting for Episode 2 to come out subbed. Viki has it at 58%, a little over 1/2 way there.
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hookedonmonix
June 25, 2011 at 1:14 AM
I'll be watching Material Queen once several eps are done, and haven't given much thought to Hayate yet. However, I am following DTLY, LKG/MLG and Who's the One. That one is pretty much just filler. And I am prepared to drop LKG/MLG if my fears come true. There is a little of that opening sequence that has me really worried about how much they're going to tear my heart out later in the series. If anyone dies, I'm gone.
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pipit
June 25, 2011 at 12:44 AM
I'm currently switching to Tdrama too. The Greatest Love/Best Love and Baby Faced Beauty are on hold. Same with Lie To Me. Will marathon the rest of those episodes next month.
I'm watching 2007 production My Lucky Star. I'm on episode 6 and totally love it. Hope it doesn't turn bad at the latter episodes.
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MJP
June 25, 2011 at 11:15 PM
*Bing's "My Lucky Star Dramawiki"*
Hmmm, It looks interesting. Is it any good?
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pipit
June 26, 2011 at 12:16 AM
So far so good. The girl had to spend some years behind bar for trying to sell fake jewelery to finance her wedding. Her boy friend got away while she took all the blame for him.
The lead guy is a second son in the biggest jewelery co and is proposing to his girl friend in the same resto where the lead girl is trying to con her latest victim.
That's where they first met. He got rejected because his girl goes for someone better than him (his big brother) while the lead girl got captured and sent to prison because her escape was hampered by him.
This is sounds heavy but the drama is actually very cute, light and funny. I love when the two lead together. They are so cute.
ps. The female lead is actually a Korean actress Yoo Hana.
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MJP
June 26, 2011 at 11:03 AM
Pipit!
Thank you! That does sound very interesting. I am intrigued.
*Adds to list.*
6 hani
June 24, 2011 at 7:01 AM
I've been spazzing over this OST all week
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGUO4IYUplQ
but the SKKS one and "that man/woman" will forever be my favourite
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 7:23 AM
I've been spazzing over ice cream sarang! I finally got it. I am a bit slow sometimes.
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yaya
June 24, 2011 at 8:00 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWiveHkO8xA
that song perfectly fits to SKKS as well xDD or probably even better xDD
love Miss Ripley OST, Hwayobi's Glass is beautiful and addictive as well^^
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Qd
June 25, 2011 at 3:50 AM
I spazzing over Dont Forget me from Huh Gak ... Its on serious replay ! LOL RECHARGE!!!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mt9Z4qDaaPs
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7 zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 7:02 AM
Am I really the first? Is there something wrong today?
I usually get here where there pages of messages.
In any case, happy Friday to everyone.
Do you feel, like me a little bit empty now that Best Love said good bye?
Any one knows Pil Joo's email address? I will send him my CV and photo. Who knows? maybe his crazy mom like me. ^ ^
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 7:24 AM
no, I don't feel empty because I have just watched episode 3 and it was kyuddd! and I'm excited to see all that comes after!
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zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 9:23 AM
Well, I'm sure I'll revisit it again when the kdramas slow down. I sooo love those characters.
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8 Lauren
June 24, 2011 at 7:04 AM
Right now I just can't get enough of City Hunter!!! There's still six episodes left and there's plently more plot to cover :)
I love when that happens, since the shows I've been watching recently tend to deflate by lack of...conflict. (That's right, Secret Garden, lookin at you. As well as My Princess - even though I didn't expect MP to have very much to begin with).
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olsen
June 24, 2011 at 7:06 AM
six??
I thought there's gonna 20 episodes..
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olsen
June 24, 2011 at 7:12 AM
Sorry, typo there
gonna be*
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Lauren
June 24, 2011 at 7:16 AM
Oh, well then sorry. I thought it was just standard 16 episodes. BUT 20 is EVEN BETTER <3
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mskololia
June 24, 2011 at 7:08 AM
CH has 10 more epis dear....
Let the luv continue!
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zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 7:08 AM
Lauren it has 20 episodes, so we are just half way
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Raine
June 24, 2011 at 7:09 AM
I believe it's 20 episodes :P
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Venus
June 24, 2011 at 7:35 AM
20 episodes in total!! plz don't give me a heart attack here....actually CH should have been 25 episodes....then that will be awesome...but I take 20.....
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:D
June 24, 2011 at 9:07 AM
i agree! the more the better for City Hunter!
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hookedonmonix
June 25, 2011 at 1:17 AM
I'm going to hold off until there are 4 or fewer eps left, because I fear that I might die of impatience if I know what I'm missing when I have to wait for new episodes each week.
I need a good friday/saturday show. Those two days stretch on forever without any dramas to watch.
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9 ohemgee
June 24, 2011 at 7:04 AM
the new pornographers!! JB you have great musical taste ;)
alas, it is so bittersweet to part with my beloved dokko jin and best love cast...
now to marathon city hunter and hope that romance town finishes up on a very happy note! also, may try to catch up on ripley and lie to me...
so much kdrama to see, so little time...
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Celexa
June 24, 2011 at 7:26 AM
You are going to Love, love, love City Hunter!
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ohemgee
June 24, 2011 at 7:34 PM
i've started and... you are SO RIGHT.
gah. what did i expect though?
lee min ho turns me into a hot fangirly mess.
EVERY. TIME.
the drama is quite zippy too. ^_^
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 9:13 AM
JB does have great musical taste. I have a separate playlist that I've dubbed the "dramabeans OST" and it's one of my fave mixes to listen to.
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 2:19 PM
the dramabeans ost is a great name for a playlist. I may borrow it.
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 5:46 PM
Whee! Please do.
And is now a good time to mention that in my head you're neither ahjummabunny nor bunny, but rather "jumma"? *hopeful grin*
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 9:08 PM
In my head she is Bunny Love.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QcRUuREZKPQ
This is Her Song, Some Bunny to Love!
ahjummabunny
June 25, 2011 at 6:17 PM
cmrprindle!
Jumma ga . . . jumma has officially borrowed it!
cmrprindle
June 25, 2011 at 7:11 PM
Jumma - WOOT! I have a set a trend for good :D
MJP unnie - nifty song! unfortunately near the end I became totally distracted by this random dancer w/purple hair that joined the troupe near the end. I convinced myself this person was a girl, and then totally expected "her" to be the somebody (or in this case, some "bunny") to love. But s/he just went off to the side when s/his part was done. :s
10 olsen
June 24, 2011 at 7:04 AM
Just loving City Hunter...
oh..and the rain..
How I love the monsoon rain
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11 Rubysing
June 24, 2011 at 7:11 AM
DREAM CONCERT: I LOVE KOREA will be re-telecast on KBSWorld on 2nd July at 11.10pm (HK/Malaysia/Singapore time.) Great performances by all the popular k-pop groups. I'm gonna watch it again (this time with subs... yay!). Are you?
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cmrprindle
June 25, 2011 at 12:03 PM
Oh if I could figure out what time KBSWorld/TKC played stuff here I would totally watch. And with subs!
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12 sierrablue
June 24, 2011 at 7:16 AM
Good Morning OT'ers,
almost weekend, I cannot wait! The weather is of course rainy, what else would we have here in Seattle.
I will miss BL, it was so funny. I hardly ever get so giddy about a drama. What to watch next? The only other show I currently enjoy is City Hunter, it is executed so well and moves along swiftly, not a dull moment.
Hope that everyone is having a great day and even better weekend!
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 9:14 AM
The weather's overcast here, too, but I'm also still looking forward to the weekend. Have a great one, sierrablue!
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kkrazy
June 24, 2011 at 11:34 AM
Hi Sierablue,
For a rainy weekend in Seattle, I receommend "Late Autumn" with Hyun Bin. It's running at the theater at the Alderwood Mall.
I saw it earlier this week and it was hauntingly beautiful. Filming was done in Seattle/Washington and adds to the whole ambiance of the movie. Loved it!
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13 melonhead
June 24, 2011 at 7:16 AM
AAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH!!
City Hunter is so damn good!! I'm not going to spoil anything, but I've dissolved into a puddle from the epicness of the last two episodes. It's so good watching a drama where a) the main characters aren't idiots b) the second leads aren't just plot devices and c) villains (or daddies) are hella scary, instead of just being tools. Oh, and d) the main characters aren't doing the whole I-love-you-but-I'm-not-admitting-it-and-you-aren't-admitting-you-like-me-too-so-let's-just-go-around-in-circles-for-half-the-drama thing.
I also love how awesome the girls in this drama are. Saehee is great, and Nana is slowly getting there in the brains department. And Daddy is just so Badass. In the best, freakiest, jump-in-your-seat-when-he-appears way. Lee Min Ho is clearly the highlight though; *sigh. I don't know how he manages to package cool, vulnerable, heartbreaking and charisma in such a hot character.
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Senris
June 24, 2011 at 7:24 AM
Nana's conversation with Yoon-sung over coffee in Ep. 10 just about killed me. She said exactly what I've been yelling at so many k-drama heroines to say. Love her maturity in these last few episodes--and, yes, her brains!
Also, if Young-ju and Sae-hee are my favorite second lead pairing ever (they TOTALLY still have a thing for each other, he just needs to get a handle on that work-life balance he boasted about earlier), then Ki Joon and Eun-ah are the best third pairing, bar none. Her confidence and assertiveness on the judo mat (totally stalking Ki Joon, rawr!) are so sexy!
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Amy
June 24, 2011 at 7:43 AM
Yes, Nana did exactly the thing that i have wanted many k-drama heroines to have done.
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zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 7:25 AM
My only question, how the heck he got down of that window on ep 10?
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melonhead
June 24, 2011 at 7:29 AM
yeah, and isn't his shoulder still recovering? Sae hee would shake her head at him :)
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intern
June 24, 2011 at 7:34 AM
he's cool that way. haha ;)
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Venus
June 24, 2011 at 7:45 AM
Ditto!!! super cool YS jumping windons like he was Batman...love it.... :D
@ Melonhead I agree all the characters in CH have a purpose of being, and are not there just as doormat like in so many kdramas lately.
I think finally we are getting to see and feel who Nana is, I was worry at first that writers were not going to develop her character enough, but boy they sure did in ep 9 and 10. I love her maturity level, her confidence when she talks to YS, I love that sees through his BS, and I love love that she knows who YS is, and the girl is smart.
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Cynthia
June 24, 2011 at 2:13 PM
Hi! Here's something that I found interesting over at Soompi's site. At the end of his recap for ep.10 he includes a YouTube of Jet Li doing the "dropping down the building using just my hands" stunt - totally where CH got it from.
Our LMH looks totally cooler/hotter doing it, though.....
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:D
June 24, 2011 at 9:10 AM
he's just that badass...he sucked up the pain like a real man.
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mskololia
June 24, 2011 at 8:24 AM
Loved what you wrote here melonhead.
The confessions are out so audience, breathe....
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14 azulGirl
June 24, 2011 at 7:21 AM
have anyone heard about the hana kimi korean version? from what I read It will be produced by SMent? just want some news about it.
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Charmaine Chong
June 24, 2011 at 7:32 AM
Not a lot of news so far (I don't expect it to be out any time soon), but I'm looking forward to that as well! I just keep dreaming about casting possibilities. I hope they don't just put yoona and minho in the cast though, i mean, talk about boring. zzz. I hope they cast Sooyoung, since she was pretty great in that Kangin movie Hello Schoolgirl.
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zakuropanda
June 24, 2011 at 10:48 AM
I too have been looking for news about this, and haven't found much.. I read on Dramacrazy that it would come out this summer - but no cast have been announced yet!?? On the other hand, I've found quite a bit on the Japanese Hana Kimi re-make, as well as the You're Beautiful re-make - Ikemen desu ne.
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 11:21 AM
Zakuropanda have we met before? perhaps on sparknotes yp?
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autumnscribbles
June 24, 2011 at 7:45 PM
wait, what? Japan is re-making Hana Kimi? but why? it wasn't that long ago since the first one... geez, I'd rather they adapt another manga or something.
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Charmaine Chong
June 24, 2011 at 10:05 PM
I know, it's so weird. The first one was really good too, so this one has to be even better. It seems to be just another vehicle for the star who's a member of AKB48, one of Japan's top girl groups.
And to be honest, I highly highly doubt anybody can do Nakatsu better than Ikuta Toma. He's the best part of the entire show.
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anitalotti
June 24, 2011 at 11:41 AM
Did you read about the japanese You're Beautiful drama which is to air this summer? It is going to be so cool comparing the two...
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 1:25 PM
AnitaLotti,
I'm a bit hesitant with my expectations because, well, to me the Japanese dramas are so lacking many times in the romantic lingo, physical touch area when compared to Korean dramas. Plus, they have such short attention spans that I don't know how they will squeeze everything into 10 episodes.
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 2:20 PM
they always seem to end the dramas just when they're getting good.
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Charmaine Chong
June 24, 2011 at 10:02 PM
that's so true. Japanese dramas take about 10 episodes before the first hug, and then we don't get a kiss AT ALL. it's frustrating, and actually quite telling of their culture.
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 10:56 PM
Charm,
Hello! I think most of it is censorship. If you watch some of their movies... Just like the U.S.A. movies. Also, the anime is very, very graphic at times. Hence, I am not an anime watcher.
anitalotti
June 25, 2011 at 12:32 AM
Well, the Japanese can produce a good drama though most of the really good stuff is a bit older. Hana Yori Dango, Pride, Kamisama mou..., Nobuta wo produce, With Love and Buzzer Beat to name just a few have been rewatched by me countless times. With a "literary/visual" guideline they should be able to do it.
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hookedonmonix
June 25, 2011 at 1:21 AM
Love Love Loved Pride. Despite the fact that I'd cringe every time the music started up. "I...was born...to love you..."
cmrprindle
June 25, 2011 at 12:06 PM
Is Nobuta Wo Produce good? They keep adverting it on dramacrazy, but my only interest in it has been b/c the same guy from Yamato Nadeshiko Shichi Henge is in it.
MJP
June 25, 2011 at 5:55 PM
CMR,
It's a high school buddies show. It produced a song that lasted on the music charts for 65 weeks.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=725Iff7alAo
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sh%C5%ABji_to_Akira
helterskelter
June 26, 2011 at 7:40 AM
Cmrprindle,
Nobuta Wo Produce is one of my favorite dramas. If coming-of-age theme is your thing, then you might like it?
I love jdramas. I follow kdramas more because of this website (haha) but most of my super favorite dramas are japanese ones, ie Orange Days, Long Vacation, Kekkon Dekinai Otoko, and Nodame Cantabile.
cmrprindle
June 26, 2011 at 7:21 PM
MJP unnie, thanks for the link :)
helterskelter, if it's done well then a coming-of-age story can be fantastic. Betw you and MJP unnie, it sounds like it's worth checking out.
15 kitkat
June 24, 2011 at 7:28 AM
I'm going to try City Hunter once again this weekend starting with episodes 9 and 10. I think because of all the great reviews, my expectation was really high and therefore, when I watched it, I was not impressed and a bit disappointed.
I think I'll end up watching Heartstrings when it premiers next week though...
I enjoyed the ride with Greatest Love. What a smart drama with fabulous leads!
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zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 7:37 AM
I'm with you. Though, I'm watching CH now, I think my expectations were too high due to all the LMH excitement from everybody. In addition, I am sooo loving Best love (tears falling bx is over now) that any other show is no good enough anymore. :(
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leonardswench
June 24, 2011 at 7:43 AM
Ditto, Chloe, and while I'm enjoying CH, I think it is being overrated in general.
I think with the May drama glut that turned into the June thrill ride for me, City Hunter's over-the-top praise just hit at the wrong time ... it's is a good drama, it's just not a great drama.
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zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 9:25 AM
Couldn't agree more
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Birdie
June 24, 2011 at 9:33 AM
The over-the-top praise for City Hunter is too much. I find myself visiting the comments less after reading the recaps from GF ,even she is in love with this drama as well. It is entertaining, certainly not great or perfect.There are some welldone scenes from the cast,good ost ,great cinematography,but you need a lot of suspension of disbelief.
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Charmaine Chong
June 24, 2011 at 10:08 PM
The reason why CH is what it is, is because it was based on a manga (although very, very loosely), so realism is less important than plot and character. Besides, the show's set in some alternate reality Korea, so it's best to just go with it and enjoy the ride.
It's also a good mix of rom-com and thriller, so for me, who's more of a rom-com person, it's easy for me to make the transition to thriller through City Hunter than through the other more intense shows like Iris or Athena.
madly (deeply, crazy) in love with best love
June 24, 2011 at 7:43 AM
haha
amen to that. any other show is not good enough anymore, either that or i dont want to be watching any other romcom so that BL will remain to be my fave forever. lol!
ive been reading CH recaps here though, it looks action packed and the OTP have good chemistry doesn't hurt that they're easy on the eyes either.keke.. might check it out once the drama ends :)
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Qd
June 25, 2011 at 4:04 AM
I watched just the 1st episode of City Hunter and because Best Love continued to capture my heart. When I first watched Best Love , I have to say from the 1st episode I was hooked! I never ever feel that way for drama even Coffee Prince or City Hall. And these are my favourites. I agree with you when you say either other shows are not good enough or dont want to watch as I am having serious withdrawal symptoms from Best Love! It is just EPIC in every way. Its Quality all over and never before has every episode been so cohesively beautiful, funny, tug at your heart sad, on the edge of your seat anxious and happy... yes I have clapped many times on this drama... Just LOVE IT TO BITS...
Ask me again in a couple of weeks which drama I will be watching? maybe then I can answer but one thing is for sure I am permanently Dokkofied. I dont think I can ever find a leading man who made my heart go duguen duguen quite like Dokko Jin... EVER AGAIN!!! He is just so well written, well acted and one hell of a special character!!!
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 7:42 AM
I just saw the first episode and it didn't have the depth that I thought it did have, but it was still more satisfying than athena. I think the reason has to do with the music, which lightens the dark characters and situations. I really like kim mi sook, lee joon hyuk and chun ho jin so I'm watching to watch them.
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love
June 24, 2011 at 8:19 AM
Yes please watch it. you wont regret it. it gets better and better each episode.
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mskololia
June 24, 2011 at 8:38 AM
When I started CH, I loved epi 1 and got stuck midway on epi 2 when he entered the BL as a MIT guy and wondered why? I forged ahead and have not looked back since. It's truly remarkable. I was unfamiliar with both LMH and PMY so this is my first drama with them. The only actor known is the SH character and that is because I watched some of "Sign" until the female medical doctor went on a plane of existence I cared not to follow.
I love, love GL. I'm waiting to finish GL this weekend. Not ready to let it go.... :( I get teary eyed just thinking about ending the drama.
But hey, realistically, CH is not everyone's cup a tea. :)
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mskololia
June 24, 2011 at 8:41 AM
Meant BH*, not BL.
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yaya
June 24, 2011 at 8:25 AM
I didn't like CH eventhough I didn't have big expectations, not a fan of LMH and I find PMY limited actress, also in general dislike dramas based on manga, so I stopped at ep 4..
completely agree with you about Greatest Love though, fabulous leads~~
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azuretash
June 24, 2011 at 2:49 PM
I find Greatest Love has ruined many a drama for me (at least for the next few weeks). It was so awesome that nothing else is holding my attention as much :(
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deeps
June 24, 2011 at 9:44 PM
I agree a bit about all the hoopla over CH...
When it first started airing, I decided to read the recaps first and watch later (cos I had room for only one crazy drama addiction at a time and Best Love was IT :-))
so I think it must have upped my expectations too much...
it was like reading a superb book and then being let-down over its adaptation..
the action scenes are well done and plotting is tight, but somehow the romance, cute parts or the epicness of the OTP don't really grab me...
(it's Harry Potter all over again, huhu... hmmm... 15th July can't come fast enough, though, hehe)
even the life or death stakes in this drama aren't so dire 'cos yeah there's no way the CityHunter's going to die especially if this is to be set up as a prequel to the original manga series... I'd worry more about NaNa living till the end or not :-(
Anyways, I blame GF entirely :-P for me not enjoying this series as much as most people are... for me, the drama itself couldn't live up to her delightful recaps and infectious enthusiasm, heh...
But since everyone's been gushing about ep 10, maybe it'll change my opinion :-|
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pipit
June 25, 2011 at 6:38 AM
I haven't watched City Hunter yet. Tried to watch the first ep but then switched back to Dokko Jin (who could resist to love him?)
I'm prepared to love CH after hearing so much raving about it. But I think I should lower my expectation a little bit now.
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16 Ladymoonstone143
June 24, 2011 at 7:29 AM
Happy Friday all....
Excited for the weekend because hubby will be back from a 2 week work related trip...and oldest daughter will be back from her vacation from my in-laws.
Am so thrilled I can stream BOF, my Princess PK, etc on my Netflix now. I hope more dramas and of course CH will be available soon too. Am so addicted with CH now and am glad the drama turned up so well. I was expecting some dramas to be great but mehhhh....
Have a great weekend everyone!
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 7:53 AM
okay you are awesome! Thank you for the netflix news! I have just added be strong geum soon to my queue and i will watch road number one at work!
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Ladymoonstone143
June 24, 2011 at 9:15 AM
You are welcome :)) I was so thrilled when I found out too...:))
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hookedonmonix
June 25, 2011 at 1:24 AM
Yay! I had a few K-dramas in my video queue, just so I'd know when they became available for streaming, but then when I scaled back to streaming only, I lost track. Hm. 3:30 am is probably not the time to start the marathon, though.
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 9:16 AM
If ever there was a reason to jump back on the netflix wagon! Although they were my source for Bollywood....anywho, my reasons for abandoning ship are longish and strange-ish and-- And I'm stopping now :s
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 5:48 PM
Apparently I stopped too soon! Yes, I meant to start with saying "Hooray, return of the family, " but fannishness got in the way :-/ Sorry!
Mostly I'm happy that your house will be full of hubby and daughter again. Netflix is small potatoes.
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 10:09 AM
Ladymoonstone143 Happy Friday!
I am glad to hear that your hubby and daughter will be home again. It can be a bit lonely without the family around, but refreshing too.
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17 Celexa
June 24, 2011 at 7:32 AM
Does anyone know the name of the musical score played when Nana shot Yoon- sung as he struggled to go over the ledge?
I love it!! I've been humming it since I heard it.
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18 Shiku
June 24, 2011 at 7:32 AM
Good morning, afternoon or night everyone wherever you are. Happy BL is over so I can finally start watching it.
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19 madly (deeply, crazy) in love with best love
June 24, 2011 at 7:34 AM
hi guys,
its been raining cats and dogs and potatoes(not) in my part of the world. the whole city is flooded and the typhoon hopefully will be out of the country this weekend.
i am already having BL withdrawal symptoms, gah! but cant wait for sunday so i can watch the final 2 episodes with english subs.
after that i will try to refrain from watching any current k-dramas coz my mental and physical being cant take that kind of insanity again. so while waiting the storm out, can u give me any good PAST k romcoms??? something like 9 end 2 outs (2 outs in the 9th inning) kind of rom-com?? or any good movies??? i have yet to watch rly good k romcom movie. also im a fan of indie movies, im geeky when it comes to indies i used to watch a lot of spanish, french, mexican indie movies before i came back to k movies..so any recommendations would be welcome.. thanks everyone
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ar_arguably romantic
June 24, 2011 at 7:56 AM
I had just finished watching the french romantic comedy movie, Heartbreaker. It's about a man, Alex, whose occupation is to break up relationships where one party is "unknowingly unhappily". So one day he is hired by a rich dude to break up his daughter, Juliette's, upcoming wedding. He poses as her driver/bodyguard. And then you know, Alex and Julilette, fall in love. Unlike the usual rom-com, it's more leisurely paced, which is why I liked it. And unlike recent American rom-coms, the female lead here does NOT make me cringe.
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madly (deeply, crazy) in love with best love
June 24, 2011 at 8:09 AM
hi asianromance,
i will look that up, interesting plot would u by any chance know the actors and director? i love french films soo romantic. haha funny u mentioned that, recent american rom com female leads that make u cringe, coz i just read that recently same thoughts from a writer. lol! i want the romcom days of meg ryan, diane keaton (woody allen films), julia roberts...
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ar_arguably romantic
June 24, 2011 at 10:43 PM
the actress is Vanessa Paradis (Johnny Depp's life partner) and the actor is Romain Duris. And the director is Pascal Chaumeil.
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 9:18 AM
Oh! I think I've heard of this! I've got to add it to the list of things to see. Thanks for the mini-review.
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 10:16 AM
asainromance, Happy Friday!
I saw a preview for this on WATTV and thought it sounded interesting. Did you watch it online? If so, was it English subbed? If so, do you have a link?
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ar_arguably romantic
June 24, 2011 at 10:45 PM
I actually borrowed the dvd from the library, but I know that Netflix also has it for streaming.
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 11:03 PM
asianromance,
Thanks, I will check the library first then, since it is out on DVD.
Lisa
June 24, 2011 at 9:33 AM
I recently saw the Korean comedy "Going By The Book" at dramacrazy.net Some scenes stuck on my mind for days and I found myself laughing even in public.
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 2:23 PM
I think I just saw going by the book on mnet. Is that the one with the 49 days ajussi as a police chief?
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Pat
June 24, 2011 at 10:08 AM
city hall. CSW shines.
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Qd
June 25, 2011 at 4:09 AM
I know exactly what you mean! I am also nursing the big hole of emptiness now that Best Love has ended. I dont think I will be watching any other dramas soon or movies...just dont have the 'heart' right now..
Is this some love sickness for BEST LOVE... this is bad... this crazy.. ottoke?
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dramabliss
June 25, 2011 at 6:24 PM
I highly recommend Soulmates. Here is Dramabeans' review of this MBC 2007 rom-com, which looked more like a sit-com.
http://www.dramabeans.com/2007/03/mbc-comedy-drama-soulmate/
It also has something to say about the "soulmates" issue, which was one of the topics in OT last week.
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20 ck1Oz
June 24, 2011 at 7:39 AM
Hello everyone.How are you all?
I am feeling free as a bird.GL ep 16 was so good.It's all done and dusted.I can now stalk drama land.
First thing....marathon CH.I am only at ep 3.However I've been skipping scenes from ep 7 because I've been too impatient.
Also,LTM is finally here,well almost I can't wait to watch even though we are only getting an ice cream kiss instead of a boating scene.Please KJH and YEH tell writer-nim to let you both ad-lib and the PD can't yell out 'cut'
Oh happy OT and happy weekend.I am all set for a weekend of doing nothing but vegging out and some Korean homework.Yay....I love a lazy weekend.Sorta we still have CYHMH but nothing else planned.
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21 MAVY
June 24, 2011 at 7:39 AM
My gift to Girlfriday and Dramabeans:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OgVe8KlVxXs&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9hQ634eDvNw
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22 Linda
June 24, 2011 at 7:40 AM
I am so utterly addicted to city hunter, i watched the last 2 eps with a live streaming.. i didn't understand a word they were saying but i just couldn't wait for the subs to come out. who would have thought the drama would have turned out so good? I have hopeful that it would be good but its turning into probably one of my favourite dramas.
But whilst i wait painstakingly every wednesday and thursday, i'm watching other dramas. I tried watching conspiracy of the court the other day and although thundie raved about it.. it just didn't click with me :(
anyhows i wanted to ask for drama recommendations? something within the 20 ep zone, something with a good plot, nice eye candy and addictive features.
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magz
June 24, 2011 at 7:54 AM
wish upon a star :) absolutely loved it! delightful girl chun hyangs bit of a old one but an all time re-watchable one, which star are you from - quite old too and bit underrated i think but i found it cute at the time. also i reaaally liked 9 ends 2 outs after gf's series overview
this might be a little random, its not a kdrama and its not within 20eps from memory but close haha autumns concerto (twdrama) is pretty decent
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Linda
June 24, 2011 at 8:00 AM
wow! i'm writing all these down right now, the one drama from your list i'm definately going to check out is 9 ends 2 outs :)
and is this the same aussie Magz from last week's OT? did you manage to find out where scent of a woman was getting film in australia? I went to opera house the day they were suppose to fly into australia, at around 11pm, cause i thought well for sure they will be checking out the australian icon.. but sadly no one was there :( the waffles were good at Guerlain though, so it wasn't a total loss of a night
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madly (deeply, crazy) in love with best love
June 24, 2011 at 8:28 AM
linda,
watch watch it 9 end 2 outs, its superr underrated maybe bcoz its an adult love story but gahhh it soo good... i watched it based on DB's ratings here.. and loved it to pieces... LJJ is so cute there, right after i finished the series i followed him on twitter eventhough i dont understand a thing he tweets(its all in korean)..lol!
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Cynthia
June 24, 2011 at 2:27 PM
Have to agree about watching 9/2, Linda.
I've always loved Su Ae (since Emperor of the Seas days) and I really loved her in this. It's got a "Friends/Caroline In The City vibe to it, is well-paced and has a satisfying ending. Also, our DUCKY is in it as her young boyfriend!
Watch it - you'll really like it.
magz
June 24, 2011 at 9:03 AM
yup its me hahah i just skimmed through this weeks ot and just happened to see your request for dramas =p i've been trying to get my friends as invested into some of the dramas i've listed but so far delightful girl and wish upon a star are the winners. however just a note of warning about wish upon a star, it would be best to skim the first ep quite quickly as i wasn't really invested until ep 2
omg when did they fly in?? i was trying to find out news about them but didnt really get far sighh i thought they were still in korea T.T oh man heres to hoping they're filming in sydney next week! hehehe the waffles there are so yummy but never tried them myself unfortunately im glad you enjoyed your night nevertheless :)
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 8:11 AM
I have a love hate relationship with choon hyang. I love it because uhm tae woong as the second lead who takes diabolical initiative was so refreshing, hate it because mong ryung ruined choon hyang's life. She never bounced back from saving him from prison. and even when he becomes a person that can take responsibility for her I still hated him. grrr
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magz
June 24, 2011 at 9:12 AM
you know i have to agree with you ahjummabunny, mong ryong ruined her life quite a bit..i was very upset at how her path went after high school argghh frustrating but i guess to be fair to him, it wasn't completely his fault half the time in a way.. ultimately i tried to switch off that train and thought as it would ruin the show for what it was, an enjoyable old time romcom with an amazing comfortable chemistry between the two
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 9:45 AM
I was able to bear most of it because she rolled with the punches and came out shining, but what really upset me was they had a chance to cut ties and she was living well and then he reentered her life. I think the ending was illogical. The woman that she became would never accept that guy. I think if she'd stayed as just a shop owner then he would be an attractive prospect.
Linda
June 26, 2011 at 1:15 AM
thank you to everyone that recommended 9 end 2 outs, i'm downloading it right now and i'll tell you all how it goes :)
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23 Rubysing
June 24, 2011 at 7:42 AM
Now watching 1n2d Celebrities Special (2nd part) on KBSWorld... hilarious!
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24 zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 7:42 AM
Coffee House, Call of the Country, City Hall, Dr. Champ, My Last Scandal, Once Upon a Time in Saeng Cho-ri
If you really want to laugh try the first and the last one
If you are looking more for the romance try the others. But none will be as great as Best Love. Well I didn't add any of the Hong Sisters but I supposed you already know about them
Enjoy
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zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 7:45 AM
Sorry, this was meant to be a reply to
madly (deeply, crazy) in love with best love
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 7:57 AM
I am just watching coffee house and I love it. when it was airing I saw one episode and it looked like park shi yon was going to be dumped again and I really like her in when spring comes and a man's story and I didn't watch it. I'm glad I didn't and also upset that I didn't. I feel overwhelmed by dramas!
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madly (deeply, crazy) in love with best love
June 24, 2011 at 7:57 AM
thanks zgznoona :)
watched city hall it was my first CSW drama and KSA's 2nd.. coffee house and coffee prince is the same? im not rly a fan of YEH but might check it out for LSG (chef in pasta) , i hope it will live up to the hype. :) Ive been reading a lot of raves for my last scandal and dr. champ so will check it out..
and HS drama ive seen MG, YAB, FC but BL is of course my fave..im not that big into fantasy/legend drama so im nt sure if i wanna watch MGIAG..
thanks thanks...
any movie recommendations?? ive watched a lot recently and even rewatch others bt nothing compares to my sassy girl, or maybe im just sentimental coz its my first k movie i watched it way back 2002 (???) thats what got me started with my korean love affair .. :)
ooohh btw i loved antique bakeryy and mother (that won bin movie, whoa great acting both by WB and the mother)....
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zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 9:33 AM
Coffee house aired last year with Kang Ji Hwan, Park Si Yeon and Ham Eun Jung. I think KJH is great, as always, on this drama
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 9:46 AM
coffee house is hilarious and amazing. I'm taking a break from episode 3 to say hello and so on to you lot!
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dramabliss
June 25, 2011 at 6:49 PM
Coffee Prince (2007), with Gong Yoo and Yoon Eun Hye aired earlier than Coffee House (2010), which had Kang Ji Hwan, Park Shi-Yeon, and Ham Eun Jung.
Coffee Prince belongs to my Top 5 kdramas and the OTP was just great. I love KJH but never got fully invested in Coffee House, I think partly because I could not warm up to Park Shi-Yeon (if you recall she appeared cameo in BL, the one who was first eliminated in the Couple Making show). My reaction to CH was kind of strange. I was actively resisting the OTP and from the start even to the latter half of the drama where it was clear who the OTP was going to be, I still kept hoping KJH's character would fall for his secretary, played by HEJ (who was Suzy's frenemy in Dream High).
Coffee Prince highly recommended. You'll see why GF is ready to fight tooth and nail for Gong Yoo. :)
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mskololia
June 24, 2011 at 11:04 AM
You should also check out Harvest Villa if you want to LOL. :)
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zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 11:49 AM
I love that show, though I can't finish it since I'm unable to find eng sub for the rest of the episodes (seen up to 9)
(Sad face, even dadder heart)
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Goyangi
June 24, 2011 at 12:13 PM
You can stream all the episodes on DramaFever:
http://www.dramafever.com/drama/3907/1/Harvest_Villa/
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zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 9:45 PM
thanks. I'll check drama fever this weekend
mskololia
June 24, 2011 at 1:11 PM
You can also try aznv.tv.
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mihinikki
June 25, 2011 at 8:17 PM
I just finished ep. 12 of Harvest Villa. This show is funny, suspenseful, crazy, and romantic. It stars Shin Ha Kyun and Lee Bo Young. Lee Bo Young is this scheming femme fatale, but for some reason I still want her and Bok Gyu (SHK) to have a happy ending together :)
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25 del
June 24, 2011 at 7:47 AM
waah! what happened in CH Ep 10? Help! I'm dying of curiosity here!
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samgetang
June 24, 2011 at 8:53 AM
You can check out the english subbed episode at http://www.kimchidramas.net
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26 Keiki55
June 24, 2011 at 7:54 AM
Happy Friday everyone.
Totally missing out on Best Love...
And loving Pasta right now can't believe it took me this long to watch it... :)0
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 7:59 AM
isn't really about nothing but kyudd gong hyo jin!
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madly (deeply, crazy) in love with best love
June 24, 2011 at 8:19 AM
nothing rly ever happened bet the OTP there, but i loved that series. i think the focus rly was about pasta - the cuisine and the ins and outs of the culinary industry and what happens in the Kitchen (and out of it).
Good thing pasta is my favorite food)and have always been crazy abt Italy) or i would have been bored to death watching it, i think i could cook vongole and aglio olio with my eyes closed now after watching that series..i have learned fr that that the secret to cooking pasta are the broth and the endless pan-shaking ergo a rly strong wrist. so geeky i know..heehee
I enjoyed it so much, no evil 2nd leads, cute Italian team chefs and chemistry between GHJ and LSG was awesome, pity they didnt use it to its full potential. after that i went crazy looking up past dramas/movies of LSG and GHJ. lol! LSG i snot goodlooking but gawd he is hot!
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27 Venus
June 24, 2011 at 7:57 AM
TGIF!!!! hope everyone has a nice weekend!!.....
BL was from beginning to end the romcom to beat this year, hands down the best. The Hong Sisters are the queens of romcom, their style of writing and mettas is what gets me all the time. I don't know how they do it, but they sure have a gift. I love the end it suited the drama very well, and is the first ending that has left me super satify with all my dear characters living happily ever after.
@De...you will LOVE ep 10 of CH....is just amazing!!!!
Guys CH ep 9 and 10 are available on Viki and fully sub...
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28 izzie
June 24, 2011 at 8:00 AM
Best Love over! Next drama! :)
This addiction. It knows no end.
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 10:00 AM
You are wise in the ways of drama-addiction, izzie.
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izzie
June 24, 2011 at 6:44 PM
thank you! :) but I think "wise in the ways of drama-addiction" fits Jomo better. (Hi Jomo...) :D
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29 tiacait
June 24, 2011 at 8:05 AM
SPOILERS FOR BL ALERT!
First off: Gah! How sweet! The ending left me satisfied and smiling! (That's what she said)
But I was thinking about the pacing. I wonder if it would have worked better if the surgery had ended episode 12 and not 14. Then eps 13 and 14 could have been about the aftermath of the surgery and truly considering the reality of his possible confession. His declaration could have ended 14, and then the final two episodes could have dealt with the public response, since that was the main tension running throughout the show.
Oh well. Loved the ending anyways. My new favorite Hong Sisters drama.
END BL SPOILERS
PS. So in my wait for BL, I finally stumbled upon Soulmate (about 5 years after the fact). Oh man. I watched the whole thing over two days and am already re-watching it. And trying to find all of the music to download.
So is I Need Romance (which is also described in Sex-and-the-City-esque terms) a worthy successor or should I finally catch up on Miss Ripley?
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Qd
June 25, 2011 at 8:52 AM
Yup I expected a much grander ending but I love it all the same because who would not go all goo goo ga ga seeing Cha seung won sleeping playing with baby ! Love doesn't need to be grand to be the greatest love! I also heart them the whole family including ding dong waving to us viewer!!! Awwww I super love this drama and this the cast and crew a dream team!!! As you can probably guess still lovesick from this drama..... ^^
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dramabliss
June 25, 2011 at 6:54 PM
Love Soulmates. The OST is fantastic!
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30 Sati
June 24, 2011 at 8:08 AM
May dramas that i've been watching. Baby Faced Beauty -Good. Best Love-Better. City Hunter-BEST. 1
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31 swui
June 24, 2011 at 8:10 AM
Hi everyone...feeling good and free...one less drama to follow live now...BL has ended nicely...so one less obsession....it's been so so tiring...May mayhem almost killed me...seriously salute JB nad GF...it's tiring just watching all these dramas , how they managed to recap them all is beyond me. Am planning to watch CH next but oh dear mixed reviews...I thought only good things on that show...and 20 epi in total...well I'm gonna wait it out then...and marathon it all later...
Right now am scouting for other dramas to watch....LTM still good?...it's gonna end next week so I don't have long to wait...but I'm rather hesitant abt the mixed reviews also...is there like a drama out there which is favoured by all!!!??
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 9:13 PM
What about Baby Faced Beauty?
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pipit
June 25, 2011 at 6:56 AM
I love Baby Faced Beauty! Much more than Lie To Me (in the smallest voice possible).
But I think everybody loves Best Love.
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32 autumnscribbles
June 24, 2011 at 8:10 AM
Exams are finally over!! yay! Now I can watch dramas without feeling guilty. lala~~
Ok, so, I started on Best Love at the beginning of the week and am up to ep 10 now and..um..what should I say...I really want to love it, but I don't. It's overall a solid drama with a wonderful cast, but, perhaps my expectations were too high, it's just not working for me.
I am more than half-way through the show already and I am still not sold on the romance between the OTP. I guess that's part of the problem. I mean Jin is hilarious (and freaking sexy) and I love watching his crazy antics, but he's also a jackass. There's just no way a girl would choose him as a love interest over Pil-joo. Speaking of Pil-joo, gawd I love him so much, he managed to make me swoon at everything he does and it pains me greatly that he's not going to get the girl.
I also feel a little conflicted about Ae-jung. I find her bland and am having difficulty connecting with her. On one hand, I sort of understand why she is the way she is and I do admire that she always tries to remain optimistic in spite of her situation. but on the other hand, I can't stand that she's always apologetic and helpless. sigh.
Despite all this, I do feel that I am enjoying it more by the episode, so yes, I will continue to watch on. :D
By the way, anyone watching Asuko March?? It's surprising addictive and I think I am enjoying it more than someone like my age should. But alas, I fell for the second-lead in this one too. it is a curse I tell ya!
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zakuropanda
June 24, 2011 at 10:56 AM
I really thought about watching it, considering that Takei Emi is the lead and she was fan-freaking-tastic in Taisetsu...but... then I realized that with the JP Hana Kimi re-make, Ikemen desu ne, & Ouran High School Host Club coming out..that I probably shouldn't... Maybe I'll add it to my list to watch later, since you say it's good! :)
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Raine
June 24, 2011 at 6:14 PM
Same here, I really wanted to like Best Love cuz of all the reviews here, but idk... after several episodes, I dropped it.
I'm totally addicted to City Hunter tho haha. I guess BL is just not my cup of tea. Everyone likes different things :)
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anitalotti
June 26, 2011 at 4:51 AM
Like Asuko March but I really want her to end up with Tamako, however good-looking the bar host might be.
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autumnscribbles
June 26, 2011 at 6:31 AM
I know!! I got nothing against Aruto, but am fully on Team Tamaki. Now if Nao would just open her eyes and realise that it is Tamaki that she wants to be with....gah! Having said that, I don't think she will end up with anyone, the drama isn't exactly romance-centric.
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33 Linda
June 24, 2011 at 8:12 AM
PET PEEVE: what annoys me so much is that when i watch korean dramas.. the pants on the guys are always so short! the frustration of watching the hem of their pants being a few centimetres too short of covering their ankles.. making me have to see this awkward piece of flesh that i would have been happier not to have seen.
ugh! why?? is this a korean fashion statement or something? Lee min ho is a particular actor that i notice this has happened too.. both in personal taste and in city hunter. OR is it because.. the socks aren't long enough to cover the space between the pant's hem and the shoe when they cross their legs?
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bananabee
June 24, 2011 at 8:16 AM
Hi Linda! I've noticed this too and I know it is definitely a trend! At first it was to just fold/roll up the pant legs but now it's definitely to just crop it off a bit lol
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madly (deeply, crazy) in love with best love
June 24, 2011 at 8:34 AM
hahaha i noticed that with LMH in PT also but i actually liked his cropped pants/long blazer combo there.
it is actually a trend right after the skinny pants on guys..ive seen it in a lot of fashion blogs, mostly in europe.but only a few people can pull it off (read : models and actors like LMH and CSW) i found it kind of gay at first but it kinda grows on you.. :)
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izzie
June 24, 2011 at 9:11 AM
could be...
- to show off their ankles. (but why? of all body parts?)
- to be one with the sufferers of economic recession
- it's just the start. next stop: pedals for men ;) and to make way for the comeback of Gene Simmons shorts.
- it's an anti-low waist move.
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zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 9:40 AM
the pants might be short, but they are also tight (grinning)
sweet men bodies in tight clothing. (sigh)
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Kristal
June 24, 2011 at 10:53 AM
I've never understood the fashions they put on these men in kdramas period! I mean do men in Korea really go around dressing this flamboyantly in every day life?! Surely not.
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Shiku
June 24, 2011 at 6:06 PM
It annoys me to no end. Who came up with this trend anyway. I am also not a fan of guys wearing colorful pants e.g. pink but I will still watch CH
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Qd
June 25, 2011 at 4:17 AM
... to show off their sun tattoo --> CSW ! LOL
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ahjummabunny
June 27, 2011 at 5:32 AM
OI! you're taking victorian up a notch aren't you! Incidentally, during Elizabethan times men went out of their way to show their ankles it was considered all the rave. Victorian times dictated that men must never see legs, going as far as covering table and chair legs. I like the exposed ankle, I just wish that they wore socks or shoes that look comfortable. Usually the shoes look like they will bruise the ankle. I don't like to see men in shorts though I always think the shoes and shorts are off. The shoes are either too fancy or busy or too casual.
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34 bananabee
June 24, 2011 at 8:13 AM
Hi everyone!
This is my first time posting in Open Thread! :P But let's jump right into the beans... WAS THE LATEST CITY HUNTER GOOD OR WHAT? If possible, I am loving Lee Min Ho more!! The way he just sneaks in and out while just BARELY missing being seen is so cool! It definitely kept me on my toes the whole episode!
Also Kim Na Na: I must say I am finally warming up to her character :P I don't want to give anything away, but I love how she's proving how smart she can be! Glad she's not playing the standard Lois Lane at all!
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 9:23 AM
Welcome to [posting on] the OT, bananabee!
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bananabee
June 24, 2011 at 9:40 AM
Thanks! So exciting making my first post hehe!
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 5:49 PM
It's exciting to dive into the waters. You'll be a pro in no time :D
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Charmaine Chong
June 24, 2011 at 10:16 PM
Hey there! I'm new too and I'm loving it already, haha! There's so much to do and talk about here in Dramabeans-land!
cmrprindle
June 25, 2011 at 7:13 PM
Welcome, charm! We're happy to have you :)
MJP
June 24, 2011 at 9:33 AM
Hi bananabee!
It's good to see you again! I remember greeting you elsewhere. Welcome to the OT portion.
I'm not watching City Hunter. I am drawn to the Tdramas as of late. But still watching some Kdramas too. I am thankful that the May madness is wrapping up soon! I am dropping the multiple day a week dramas like they were flies as I just can't keep up with them all.
I've dropped:
Lie to Me (still following recaps)
You're So Pretty
Sweet Pitipat
Romance Town (still following recaps)
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bananabee
June 24, 2011 at 9:43 AM
Which T-dramas are you watching and recommend? I haven't been following any t-dramas since Autumn Concerto so I don't know where to start looking now that I want to switch back!
I've also dropped Lie to Me and Romance Town... It was way too many for me to watch on top of City Hunter and Best Love!
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 2:49 PM
Current Tdramas
Drunken to Love you
Love Keeps Going
Hayate the Combat Butler
Material Queen
I don't know if you've seen some of the oldies, but here is a list of others that I liked.
devil beside you
easy fortune/happy life
fated to love you
hi my sweetheart
it started with a kiss 1 and 2
love contract
love or bread
mars
my queen
summer x summer
sunny happiness
together
that love comes/welcome love
why why love
There are still loads more of Tdramas I haven't seen yet. But those were the ones I've seen that I liked. I won't list the ones I didn't like
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bananabee
June 24, 2011 at 3:01 PM
I was thinking of watching Material Queen just for Vanness haha! I feel guilty cause I say I'm his fan but I haven't been following his going-ons recently. :P
I've seen most of the dramas you've listed - I've probably seen most dramas by Ariel Lin and Rainie (except Drunken to Love You, so I'll probably give that a try). Thanks for the recs!
MJP
June 24, 2011 at 6:42 PM
bananabee,
Material Queen is the first time I've seen Vanness Wu acting. I had never heard of him before. He is a very good actor. Apparently he sings too. I learned this today. Also, the actress is very good to, I think. I really enjoyed the first episode this week.
Venus
June 24, 2011 at 9:44 AM
Hi Bananabee! welcome to open threat nice to meet you...and yesss CH was totally rocking this week so much plot in 2 epiodes, that it just left me breathless....
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bananabee
June 24, 2011 at 3:03 PM
Nice to meet you too!
CH went sooo fast this week, I agree! I almost wish it those two episodes were spaced within the week so I don't have to wait a whole week to find out what happens next!
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 9:47 AM
bananabee are you bonita banana?
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bananabee
June 24, 2011 at 2:56 PM
Nope!
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35 MJP
June 24, 2011 at 8:18 AM
Happy Friday/Saturday to EVERYONE!!!!!
Due to time constraints, I will not be individually greeting everyone today. But please know that I will be reading all your comments if it takes me all weekend!!! :-) I will be popping in and out.
However, I notice that it's a bit quiet on the Ricky the Royal Highness, Viola, tinpra(with a new handle), Jomo, etc. front!
Viola did such a good job greeting everyone last week, didn't she?
Finally to my dear, best friend Pipit... I found some good news and some bad news regarding Kim Rae Won... Apparently for some CRAZY reason, he will actually be in the military for the full 2 years. I read an article on Soompi last night stating that he won't be getting out until August 2011.
http://www.soompi.com/news/male-stars-and-their-military-service-whos-joining-and-leaving?fanclub=108904
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mskololia
June 24, 2011 at 8:29 AM
Agreed that Viola did a wonderful job last week of greeting everyone... :)
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 9:24 AM
I third this.
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 8:34 AM
I'm so upset that kim rae won is away so long. it's so unfair! what is he making the military his new career!
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 12:36 PM
Tell me about it! I don't know why he has to wait so long. They did the same thing with Gong Yoo too. He went longer that the specified 22 months.
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 8:41 AM
Hi Ms. MjP,
Happy weekend, have a good day.
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 12:31 PM
Hi Bunny Love!
*Hugs*
Have you found a new drama man? I am admiring Vanness Wu. He is not handsome in todays sense of "Pretty Boy" handsome and I like that. He has a nice smile and can act well. His eyes remind me a bit of MJP Hubby.
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2492/4209485242_bc1615b64f.jpg
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ahjummabunny
June 27, 2011 at 6:15 AM
my new drama man would be ji sung. I really like his energy and I'm a bit upset that I dismissed him after save the last dance for me when I could be enjoying all of his work.
Vanness wu also looks a bit like lee jong hyuk around the eyes and the smile. I really like to see lee jong hyuk.
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 9:31 AM
MJP unnie, you're not going to greet everyone? That's...that's earthshattering. Mindlblowing even! Or it could be that the sugar from lunch hasn't quite kicked in.
I agree that this week's OT is quiet and a few of the regulars are missing. Maybe we've all burned out from the last 2-3 weeks of super-mega-posting? And what time zone is HRH in anyway? I was looking forward to Jomo and Viola revealing the 1st full episode of Yobosaya (sp?). Maybe they're working on it, in true k-drama live format, and that's what's holding them up.
And is it strange for actors to do the full 2 years of service?
CMR (the OTer formerly known as tinpra, altho I see that you already noticed :D )
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Venus
June 24, 2011 at 9:40 AM
MJP! nice to seee you...... :D
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 12:32 PM
Venus! Hi there! How are things in your part of the world? Seems there is rain in many parts, some worse than others.
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 12:27 PM
CMR,
HRH is 12 hours ahead of us, we are on the same time, you and I.
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 12:39 PM
Oh, this is where you can insert the response that I said ignore about spending time with the toddler.
By the way, I am at times, very observant and noticed CMRprindle on a link you sent, since you changed it, I'll confess it. I am a quiet observer, for the most part of information such as that.
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 5:53 PM
Y'know, above and beyond being every OTers favorite MJP and my self-proclaimed unnie, I often forget that you're a mom. (Apparently I've claimed you to the exclusion of all others >.< ) But as we say in other areas of fandom, real life always trumps fannishness. I'm glad that you reminded me that you have a life, an important wee little life, that has nothing to do with DB and takes precedence over it.
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 6:48 PM
CMR,
You know your writings have inspired me to think about returning to writing. Nothing serious, but just thoughts. I think about making up stories "fanfic" if you will about the DB OT folks. But I find that I don't want to offend anyone. With so many different cultures, I am just not confident it trying to be funny.
So, know that you are my inspiration to dream big!
cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 8:01 PM
Omo! MJP unnie! *hugs* That would be awesome! Maybe start with small stories in DB OT-fandom, using ppl who don't mind being written about. It sounds like it could be lots of fun. And I rarely think my stuff is actually funny, just that they look like they should be. I'm always pleased when someone says they are.
*does a chair-dance-of-joy!*
pipit
June 25, 2011 at 7:19 AM
MJP! I LOVE YOU!
Thanks so much for the news! I really appreciate it. I know how hard it is to find even a few second when you have a little darling around you. You're simply impressive!
And talking about your fanfic: I won't be offended if you have me in mind. Did you know about that thing between me and Okiedokie? She was upset with me when she found out that her Henney and me were stranded on a desserted island.
I was too afraid to face her that I had to hide in the now infamous bathroom. And probably will stay there indefinetely if Viola didn't have the spare key.
So you see, I'm completely fine if you want to spin another story about me.
That's what bestfriends are for. You can count me in in anything!
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MJP
June 25, 2011 at 6:09 PM
Pipit!!!
It's the REAL Pipit!!! Did you have a big bad storm in your area recently? Glad to see you are still alive and typing!!!
Pipit, thanks for letting me use you to spin a story tale. Well, that makes three people I can use from DB OT... Let me see what I can come up with. Stay Tuned!
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pipit
June 26, 2011 at 12:26 AM
No storm here MJP ^-^
Yay! I'm looking forward to the first release!
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36 del
June 24, 2011 at 8:22 AM
@ venus: i'm literally biting my fingernails now! unfortunately...viki site is blocked for viewing....any more links you might know?
I second on Vicki's "This addiction. It knows no end."
All good drama's rained on May.
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mskololia
June 24, 2011 at 8:27 AM
Here is a link to site I sometimes use for RT.
http://www.jacinda1st.com/2011/05/city-hunter-english-subtitles.html
No one should be left out on the AWESOMENESS that is City Hunter. Enjoy.
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izzie
June 24, 2011 at 8:32 AM
you can try dramacrazy or mysoju. :)
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 8:46 AM
del,
Hi! I wonder, dramacrazy.net and mysoju.com both use a lot of links to viki.com with their subbed programs. They should work for you because of the piggy back, I think.
Like Izzie said, try them and see. Please, I am curious to know if the don't work!
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 9:32 AM
Personally, I have a hit/miss relationship with dramacrazy and mysoju. I think it will depend on who they're piggybacking from.
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izzie
June 24, 2011 at 9:52 AM
oh yeah. and dramastyle too.
When I run out of patience for streaming videos, I download the eps. Although it sometimes requires more patienc as you have to wait for the eps to be available. But at least you won't be dealing with buffers esp. when the video's a hot item. ;)
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 10:02 AM
downloading the eps has worked so well for me! You're right about the patience factor, but once I've gotten something I can watch it at my liesure, go back, pause, never wait for buffering...play while doing my hair, upload to my MP3... In other words it's been fantastic. Glad I'm not alone. It is eating up my disk drive, though. I think it was Jomo who said she was considering getting another portable disk drive to store hers. A fab idea I say.
MJP
June 24, 2011 at 12:42 PM
But with Dramastyle or Dramabean you get stuck searching for the rest of the program at the hosting website. They are notorious for only posting the first portion of the episode and not the rest. It teaches good researching skills for the drama obsessed though! :-)
cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 5:54 PM
I must say, dramacrazy is where I learned that I love Wat.tv, and how to navigate tuduo in all it's chinese-ness.
izzie
June 24, 2011 at 6:38 PM
@cmrprindle: I have a dedicated disk drive for kdrama too. :D (what an addict, right?) gosh! these things, they take up disk space like ant colonies. Actually, my disk drive was used for anything and everything I want to store, including personal photos and videos, but then I realized that my files won't be safe with the constant plugging and unplugging of the device so I got separate drives for my files.
... and then I also burn the downloaded dramas into DVDs (just like what I do with my personal files) for backup. *sigh*
- the paranoid addict that is izzie. :)
cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 8:06 PM
izzie, didn't I say that you were wise in the ways of drama-addiction! Fantastic ideas all. The best I've done so far with my tiny collection is to store them on the hard drive temporarily while I'm watching them, then burn them to DVDs and delete the original (to free disk space) but this isn't working so well when I'm watching one thing and downloading 2 more! And I realized I could download a lot more w/o fear if I just, y'know, had a dedicated drive... Besides, I'd been wanting a new disk drive for my music and such.
ck1Oz
June 24, 2011 at 8:48 AM
Can you please go to am-addiction and get the links.
There are viki subs for Romance Town,Lie to me,City Hunter and GL ep 15 there.Bare Faced Beauty subs are there as well.
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samgetang
June 24, 2011 at 9:38 AM
you can also try http://www.kimchidramas.net for eng subbed episodes of C/Hunter...
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Sethe
June 25, 2011 at 4:39 AM
I don't know which of these are available in which countries, but I often have good luck with:
http://www.epdrama.com
http://www.koreandrama.tv
http://www.randomdetox.com
Wishing you all the best!
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37 Jossy
June 24, 2011 at 8:33 AM
Posting from My Post-Exam Celebration! Happy Friday everyone! Hoping all is well in kdrama-Land and in life. umm just finished fist-pumping The night away, soju and hite = a very happy Jossy ^_^ ...
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 8:43 AM
Congratulations Jossy! Time for a rest now or are you going straight to work?
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 10:03 AM
Hurray, Jossy! Get some much needed rest :D
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38 izzie
June 24, 2011 at 8:37 AM
Oh, and Happy Friday everyone!
Glad to have internet connection despite being away on vaykay and the storm.
Will be back in the city on Monday, and I hope the next storm won't be as menacing as this current one. :(
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 8:42 AM
Hi izzie,
Enjoying the vacation? Still able to get your Kdrama fix?
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izzie
June 24, 2011 at 8:55 AM
Hi MJP! :) Yep, enjoying much! I've downloaded kdramas and is watching in between eating and sleeping. :) Nothing's like being relaxed away from my job after months of stressful work.
I'm worried about my friends in the city though, coz all I hear are news of floods from there. I hope samgetang's okay and safe too.
How about you? How's your weekend?
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 9:21 AM
The weekend is just starting here and doing good so far. We are having quite a bit of rain, but nothing major to cause flooding. However, it is causing the vegetation to grow very rapidly and delays the pruning and weeding process. The toddler is enjoying the rain because he gets to splash in the puddles.
Of course, we are all fighting a bit of an intestinal bug, so that is not fun, but nothing major.
I think that samgetang and Ricky TRH are both in the same region. So it's pretty bad around there right now, huh?
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samgetang
June 24, 2011 at 9:30 AM
Hi MJP! I love the vision of the toddler playing in the rain, haha! Wish we can do that here now. If you play outside now, the rains and wind can beat you to a pulp. Might even kill yah, gah!
Didn't know Ricky TRH is in the same corner of the world...if he is, then hope he stays safe and warm.
izzie
June 24, 2011 at 9:47 AM
:) glad that the little kid is having a good time. get well soon! :)
and ricky... I hope he's safe too! and I hope we hear from him soon.
MJP
June 24, 2011 at 10:22 AM
Samgetang, Hi!
I hope you have or had a good sleep! I am not 100% certain, but I have figured out from Ricky TRH posts that he is 12 hours ahead of me. I want to respect his privacy, so that is all I know or care to know. :-)
samgetang
June 24, 2011 at 10:45 PM
Got a good night's sleep, tnks MJP! How's the toddler? Hope the intestinal bug is now gone....
MJP
June 24, 2011 at 11:15 PM
samgetang,
Glad to hear you've rested well. How is the storm? Is it still battering your area? What dramas are you planning to watch if you are still rained in?
The toddler and hubby are sleeping. The bug is currently beating my body up. Hubby who had it first is 100% recovered. Toddler so far only seemed to have one bout of it yesterday morning. I've got to go wake the boy up in a few minutes for his middle of the night potty run, then I can go to bed.
samgetang
June 24, 2011 at 9:24 AM
Hi izzie...glad to know you and your family are okay; the typhoon has been beating on us like there is no tomorrow.
I've been stuck at home for the last 3 days now. Been only out in the nearby mall for food supplies and the like. The floods are terrible...monster traffic jams. I hope no one gets hurt in all of these and everyone will be kept safe and warm especially those in low-lying/flooded areas.
Hope the weather clears up tomorrow or I wont be able to search/get the fabric supplies I need for my design prototypes. I'm so dead! Wahhh!
Good thing City Hunter is keeping me company for now!Its OST rocks. Lee Yun Song is being struck on all fronts. But Kim Nana is the coolest chick in kdramaland right now. Best Love's last episodes I have yet to watch. Cant believe it's over. Where do we turn now for our meta addiction? Meanwhile, Baby-faced Beauty is entering angst territory with the possibility of color-blindness striking LSY. Otoke? And there's a face-off between the president and Choi Jin Wook. Cute! CYHMH...maybe I will marathon when all the other dramas are over. Lie To Me? I had to drop the last several episodes...it looks like its going downhill fast...I hate to see it self-destruct.
Because of the lull I can now catch up on my reading and Korean lessons online. Check this out --http://www.busyatom.com -- the lessons are so cool!
I have to sleep now...
Hello to all OT people! Enjoy a warm cozy weekend, everyone!
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 9:34 AM
Stay safe, samgetang!
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samgetang
June 24, 2011 at 9:44 AM
thanks, cmrprindle. likewise...are you somewhere located in the same region by any chance? :-)
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 10:04 AM
As you guys? Oh no. I'm on the east coast of the US. We're just overcast, although there has been flash-flooding :(
samgetang
June 24, 2011 at 10:42 PM
tnks cmrprindle...flashfloods are now a common thing in many countries...hope you stay safe! take care!
izzie
June 24, 2011 at 9:37 AM
Omo! Glad to hear from you, sis! You go have your much needed sleep now and let's pray for better weather tomorrow. And I hope you be able to get that fabric you need. Stay safe though. In the meantime, enjoy the bed weather. :)
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samgetang
June 24, 2011 at 9:43 AM
LOL! bed weather...love that! if bad weather = bed weather, Im all for it! hahaha! ;-)
thanks, izzie dear, enjoy your vacation... up in the mountains, right? stay warm...
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izzie
June 24, 2011 at 6:24 PM
Oh it's endless rain up here. But we're good. :) I'll be back in the metro on Monday. I hope there will be no more floods, since that will only add to the heavy traffic that I'll have to battle on my everyday commute to work - with that road construction thing going on at q ave.
But with the rain now... hmm... I'm thinking: coffee/hot choco, toasted bread, blanket, and kdrama marathon. :) cheers!
samgetang
June 24, 2011 at 10:35 PM
My sis was supposed to go up north today but decided otherwise..heard the towns there are flooded, too. They said the typhoon is on its way out but there'll be non-stop rain for the next few days due to monsoon rains. It's gonna be a wet, wet weekend.
Enjoy your kdrama watching...try City Hunter...it's good! Reminds me of SKKS...and not just because of Park Min Young, hehe.
Ingat!
izzie
June 26, 2011 at 3:32 AM
Salamat! :)
We're hoping for a better weather tomorrow too, since we will be returning to the city.
I'm doing a re-run of 49 Days with my aunt, and then started watching Lie To Me (since I've only managed to download 4 eps of City Hall before I left for vacation) with my Mom. My cousin's daughter also copied the kdramas that I downloaded and doesn't come out from her room much since then. I've pretty much spread the addiction here. :)
I'm watching City Hunter next. :)
Ingat din!
mskololia
June 24, 2011 at 11:09 AM
Stay safe and warm samgetang.
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samgetang
June 24, 2011 at 10:31 PM
Thanks, mskololia! CHunter epi 10 recap is out! Weeeeh!
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Celexa
June 24, 2011 at 2:29 PM
Take care and stay safe! We'll take up the mega OT threads when everyone retuns ! :D
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samgetang
June 24, 2011 at 10:39 PM
Celexa, thanks! I'm warm and cozy here at home....am preparing for a party tomorrow for 30 people. Know of any great games to break the ice?
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39 madola
June 24, 2011 at 8:43 AM
ANYONE WANT TO EXPLAIN TO ME WHY *LIE TO ME 's RECAP IS LIKE OPEN THRED? ...confuse..
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izzie
June 24, 2011 at 8:59 AM
JB & GF had too many dramas to recap and decided to drop LTM. But they made threads so as not to leave the fans wanting. (Gotta love Santa.)
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Shiku
June 24, 2011 at 9:05 AM
Hi Madola
DB & GF decided to drop it as they had too many shows to recap. To appease the fans, they made it an open thread and they write a weecap with their views on the show
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zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 9:44 AM
if you want better recaps you can always go to koala's playground or revelsouls
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40 ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 8:44 AM
guys I have too many dramas to watch so I'll be popping in and out depending on my work/drama-watching demands. I hope you all have a great weekend and a happy ot!
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 8:47 AM
Bunny!
Have fun watching the dramas!!!
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 9:36 AM
lol...we're probably the only ones who not only understand putting us aside to watch dramas, but would encourage it. Happy Friday, ahjummabunny!
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41 truluvs
June 24, 2011 at 8:47 AM
City Hunter, why you so good???
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42 caramenilla
June 24, 2011 at 8:55 AM
Argh!! I'm so frustated coz I can't seem to watch city hunter ep 10 w/ eng sub ANYWHERE!! I NEED IT NOWWW!!
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truluvs
June 24, 2011 at 8:56 AM
It is up on Viki.
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Venus
June 24, 2011 at 9:48 AM
Hi Carameninllla.....
here try this link hope it works
http://www.natnatvip-online.org/
Great Site!!!
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43 diane
June 24, 2011 at 8:55 AM
Have a good Friday everyone,
I was so disappointed ep 11 and 12 on LTM
I hope the ending is good.
I love main characters they both did a great job.
take care everyone.
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44 Net-chan
June 24, 2011 at 9:02 AM
If you're looking for subs for City Hunter ep 10, you have them on Darksmurfsubs, and they're good! Better than those on Viikii at least ^^.
Have a good weekend everyone!
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45 JJ
June 24, 2011 at 9:03 AM
happy friday everyone though i don't know you :)
i just started watching I Need Romance & liking this drama series! i think it's cute! is anybody here following this new drama? if you hvnt chk it out i think you'll like it! there's so many that some of the new ones i started i had to stop like ms ripley i don't need to comment as some might get upset with me if i did, then there's can u hear my heart i also stopped no comment, baby faced beauty i also keep it to myself altho i started that just to see ryu jin who's one of my faves; then lie to me i might continue with this one only reason i stopped was coz of watching the lengthy drama smile dong hae :)
once again i recommend at this point i need romance!
thanks JB
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MJP
June 24, 2011 at 9:15 AM
Is this the one with the guy from Goong? I started watching it last night but was bored in the first ten minutes and shut it off.
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Birdie
June 24, 2011 at 9:42 AM
Hi MJP,
I fell asleep watching it, can't remember which part. Can't believe I did that even with the makeout session. A sure sign to skip it.
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zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 9:47 AM
I also started watching it, loving it so far.
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SweetiePie54
June 24, 2011 at 11:23 AM
I really like I Need Romance as well. It's light and frothy which is just what I need. :)
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46 :D
June 24, 2011 at 9:13 AM
status: currently obsessed with city hunter
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 9:49 AM
did you put that up on facebook or something? are people replying in caps "ME TOO!!!" ?
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jessybee
June 24, 2011 at 9:58 AM
I Like This! :D Just watched episode 10! its cracktastic!
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Melissa
June 24, 2011 at 7:04 PM
lol no...none of my friends in real life know of my secret obsession heehee
actually wait i did tell one of my korean friends and she thought i was crazy lmao
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Melissa
June 24, 2011 at 7:05 PM
secret obession=korean dramas btw :P
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Melissa
June 24, 2011 at 7:05 PM
which includes city hunter
47 Drama Non-Addict
June 24, 2011 at 9:21 AM
New here to the OT. First time commenting on one :)
I'm not really much of a drama watcher. I tend to just read recaps or skip through a lot of parts because I like getting to the point. But hearing about so many good reviews on City Hunter, should I give it a try? Will there be any moments where I will be tempted to skip through?
I'm even thinking about skipping through the first episode because I don't usually fall in love with a drama on the first episode.
I know, I'm a drama non addict. Cure my syndrome? D:
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 9:52 AM
I think you can skip through a lot of the first episode, but I don't think you should. In fact you can skip the whole episode and read the recap instead. The recap really makes the drama seem a lot more bombastic than it is. I'm not saying it's bad, it isn't, it isn't cute either. It had one of the best first episodes for the season.
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Drama Non-Addict
June 24, 2011 at 10:51 AM
I guess I forgot to mention that I have been reading all the recaps of City Hunter so I know what happens, but is this drama good enough that it won't make me wanna skip even though I know what happens?
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Venus
June 24, 2011 at 11:17 AM
Hi Drama Non-Addict,
I recommend that you don't skip any part of ep. 1 cause is jam pack with information that sets up the whole story going foward and believ me, if you are in to superhero genere you would love City Hunter.
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ahjummabunny
June 24, 2011 at 11:37 AM
based on that criteria I say skip the first one. If you read the recap you already know the background information.
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jessybee
June 24, 2011 at 10:01 AM
I think you should NOT skip the first episode of CH. the first episode actually has alot of background information that sets up the whole CH story.
And I agree, its one of the best first episodes of the season.
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48 Sylvia
June 24, 2011 at 9:26 AM
So has anyone else been growing their own potato plant because of Dokko Jin and his darling potato? *g*
I have to say, though - either potatoes in Korea are a whole lot prettier than elsewhere, or Dokko Jin has Magical Potato Powers. My potato is spiky, non-leafy and weird-looking and not at all the pretty green plant that Jin got!!
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 9:37 AM
One of my aunties had a potato plant, and, if I remember right, it was fairly big and leafy. Maybe it depends on the size of your plant, or the variety of your potato.
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Sylvia
June 24, 2011 at 9:45 AM
I think it's just at the beginning - the buds are ugly as hell. (But don't tell it I said so, I don't want it to be self-conscious... *g*)
If they'd had the GL potato grow in like this, though, Dokko Jin might have been scared off, ;-) Heee, I should take a pic to show you guys...
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Sylvia
June 24, 2011 at 9:57 AM
Here it is!
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Sylvia
June 24, 2011 at 9:58 AM
Ooops, that didn't work. Let's try the link:
http://s102.photobucket.com/albums/m82/plusquamperfekt/Flotsam/?action=view¤t=Potato.jpg
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 10:06 AM
Pooh...I'll have to see it when I get home.
cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 5:56 PM
Oh yeah...it just needs more time, love, and possibly more water. If I remember right, and this is a verrrrry old memory, it gets seriously viney
Sylvia
June 25, 2011 at 5:02 AM
I'll plant it in a flowerpot in another couple of weeks, and see how it develops. :-) Maybe I should give it the full Jin treatment and first threaten it with a boiling pot of water, only to then coo at it and pet it lovingly. ;-)
cmrprindle
June 26, 2011 at 7:23 PM
I just watched Dokko Jin go on some tear during the first episode, and my first thought was "How does Sylvia's potato plant work into all of this?" lol!
ahjummabunny
June 27, 2011 at 6:19 AM
hmm I think I have a potato plant too. I actually threw the sprouting potatoes into my raccoon farm ( also known as my backyard) and there is a large plant where I threw them. Is it too good to be true?
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zgznoona
June 24, 2011 at 9:48 AM
Hahaha.
Sylvia, good luck on your potato growing experience.
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Sylvia
June 24, 2011 at 9:59 AM
Thank you! I hope it'll get prettier soon. ;-)
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anitalotti
June 26, 2011 at 12:05 PM
But take the right kind of pot to plant in - I was having a mental meltdown when I saw the what kind of size and form GAH used, please bear in mind that it will need some space for the roots!!!
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49 maureen
June 24, 2011 at 9:32 AM
Have a great Friday everyone! I need something to watch since BL is done. Any ideas.
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50 mee
June 24, 2011 at 9:35 AM
Just read in Korean news that Im Joo-Hwan (Tamra the Island) is hospitalized in a military hospital. Apparently he fainted during basic training and they detected some heart problems, so he's still under observation. Hoping it's nothing serious!
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meenuby
June 24, 2011 at 12:12 PM
Oh no, not Im Joo-hwan! Hope it's nothing too serious. Praying for a speedy recovery.
Im Joo-hwan, Fighting!
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xiaoSxin
June 24, 2011 at 4:12 PM
*wails*
*bawls*
*cries*
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autumnscribbles
June 24, 2011 at 5:47 PM
what?!! noooo~~ hope he will get better soon.
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danna
June 24, 2011 at 6:38 PM
Oh NOOOO!!! i hope he gets better
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cmrprindle
June 24, 2011 at 8:28 PM
I hope he's okay. I wonder if he'll have to be discharged. Sounds like it.
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ahjummabunny
June 27, 2011 at 6:20 AM
I hope he will be discharged! But I hate that it's on a "nancy" note!
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