Monthly Archives: April 2016

Sunday Open Thread

Posted on April 17, 2016 by rikyrah

I hope you are enjoying this weekend with family and friends.

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Saturday Open Thread

Posted on April 16, 2016 by rikyrah

I hope you are enjoying this weekend with family and friends. This past week, the last White House Science Fair of the Obama Administration took place. Through the years. (thanks to TOD for the hat/tip)  

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Friday Open Thread | TV Shows That You Should Be Watching: IZombie

Posted on April 15, 2016 by rikyrah

But, rikyrah… I thought you said that you didn’t do Zombies? Yeah, I know. That’s exactly what I said. And, I meant it. It was halfway through the second season when I FINALLY decided to give this show a chance. … Continue reading →

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Thursday Open Thread | TV Shows That You Should Be Watching: Fresh Off The Boat

Posted on April 14, 2016 by rikyrah

Today’s show is Fresh Off The Boat. Fresh Off The Boat is based on Chef Eddie Huang’s memoir, focuses on the son of Chinese immigrants trying to fit in after his family moves to Orlando. It’s funny. It’s entertaining. And, … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Open Thread | TV Shows That You Should Be Watching: Black-ish

Posted on April 13, 2016 by rikyrah

Today’s show that I hope you’re watching is Black-ish. I can’t say enough about Black-ish. I think too many folks were in their feelings about the title of the show, and came at it super-critical. That they never gave it … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Open Thread | TV Shows That You Should Be Watching: Orphan Black

Posted on April 12, 2016 by rikyrah

Today’s show that you’re missing is Orphan Black. What if…. You are standing on a subway platform, waiting for a train. You see your doppelganger, and they commit suicide right in front of your eyes. That’s the beginning of Orphan … Continue reading →

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Monday Open Thread | TV Shows That You Should Be Watching: Underground

Posted on April 11, 2016 by rikyrah

I’m a tv junkie. So, this week I thought I’d share some shows that maybe you should be watching. Today’s selection is Underground. Underground is well-written. Underground is well-acted. The production quality is top-grade. I mean, each episode is like … Continue reading →

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Sunday Open Thread | Praise & Worship

Posted on April 10, 2016 by SouthernGirl2
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Saturday Open Thread | Nature Week: Hummingbirds

Posted on April 9, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

******** Nature week is dedicated to Rikyrah’s co/worker/friend in Chicago who passed away. A lover of nature. This week is for you and your mentor, boo.

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Friday Open Thread | Nature Week: Feather Star Fish

Posted on April 8, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

******** Nature week is dedicated to Rikyrah’s co/worker/friend in Chicago who passed away. A lover of nature. This week is for you and your mentor, boo.

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