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'Gone Home'

This journal is now a memorial to a wonderful, gentle loving man who left this world on Friday, 07th November 2008.

It will continue to be lovingly maintained by Vivienne [info]caersidi.

26th-Aug-2008 03:26 pm - SF Movie/Book meme
GORT - My Hero
The rules:

1. Copy the list below.
2. Mark in bold the movie titles for which you read the book.
3. Italicize the titles that you’ve watched.

There is also a requirement to tag others but I don't hold with tagging. Others will either do or not do.

1. Jurassic Park
2. War of the Worlds
3. The Lost World: Jurassic Park
4. I, Robot
5. Contact
6. Congo
7. Bicentennial Man
8. The Stepford Wives
9. The Time Machine
10. Starship Troopers
11. The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy
12. K-PAX
13. 2010
14. The Running Man
15. Sphere
16. The Mothman Prophecies
17. Dreamcatcher
18. Blade Runner (Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?)
19. Dune
20. The Island of Dr. Moreau
21. Invasion of the Body Snatchers
22. The Iron Giant (The Iron Man)
23. Battlefield Earth
24. The Incredible Shrinking Man
25. Fire in the Sky
26. Altered States
27. Timeline
28. The Postman
29. Freejack (Immortality, Inc.)
30. Solaris
31. Memoirs of an Invisible Man
32. The Thing (Who Goes There?)
33. The Thirteenth Floor
34. Lifeforce (Space Vampires)
35. Deadly Friend
36. The Puppet Masters
37. 1984
38. A Scanner Darkly
39. Creator
40. Monkey Shines
41. Solo (Weapon)
42. The Handmaid’s Tale
43. Communion
44. Carnosaur
45. From Beyond
46. Nightflyers
47. Watchers
48. First Men in the Moon
49. Fahrenheit 451
50. Fantastic Planet (La Planète sauvage)

44 of 50 watched.
21 of 50 read.
14th-Aug-2008 06:07 pm - Meme
marvo
Do you talk too much in your blog?
Created by OnePlusYou - Free Dating Sites
9th-Aug-2008 06:59 pm - Well 'Technically'...
Wedding

Your result for The Harry Potter Husband Test...

Mrs. Harry Potter


You like a guy who's not afraid to fight evil when evil picks a fight. There's a lot to say for bravery in the face of overwhelming odds, even if it does come with a prejudice against people who don't fit into his conception of "good guy" and a penchant for hurling objects across rooms when he gets angry. But in fairness, for an orphan who's spent the better part of his life being hunted by the most evil wizard in existence, he's turned out pretty well. Just be prepared to name your kids after everyone he's ever lost, because he's got a bit of an obsession about the past.

Take The Harry Potter Husband Test at HelloQuizzy

22nd-Jul-2008 11:48 am - Colour meme
marvo

Your result for The Color Code Test...

Color Code: WHITE: The Peace Keeper

3% Red, 34% Blue, 51% White and 11% Yellow!

Here is the basics: For a more in depth analysis, I suggest you look up the Color Code, and take a more intensive test.


WHITE MOTIVE: PEACE


WHITE NEEDS: To feel good (inside), To be allowed their own space, To be respected, Tolerance.


WHITE WANTS: To withhold insecurities, Kindness, Independence, Contentment.


SUMMARY: Whites are motivated by peace. They will do almost anythign to avoid confrontation. They like to flow through life without hassle or discomfort. Feeling good is even more important to them then being good. Whites need kindness. They resent being scolded. They dislike harsh words. They open up instantly to people who are kind, but Whites recoil from those who are hostile. Whites prefer quiet strength. they enjoy thier quiet independence. This can often be percieved as bullheadedness. Whites like to keep a low profile. They like to be asked their opinions but they won't volunteer them. Whites are independent. Unlike Reds and Blues who want to control others, Whites seek only to avoid being controlled. They don't like to be pushed, and they can be fearsome when they finally "blow up." Whites are motivated by other peoples desires. They want suggestions however, not demands.

Take The Color Code Test at HelloQuizzy

29th-Apr-2008 05:25 pm - Brain Meme
Brain


Your Thinking is Abstract and Sequential



You like to do research and collect lots of information.

The more facts you have, the easier it is for you to learn.



You need to figure things out for yourself and consider all possibilities.

You tend to become an expert in the subjects that you study.



It's difficult for you to work with people who know less than you do.

You aren't a very patient teacher, and you don't like convincing people that you're right.

28th-Apr-2008 07:01 pm - Magical Meme
marvo

Your Score: Avg Risk Occultist


You scored 12 Chaos vs Order, 19 Occult Skills, 14 Occult Danger!




You believe in the natural order of things, and have a good degree of occult skills. You take some risks, but I'm sure you have at least one banishing memorized. A license to depart might not be good enough, but you probably know this already.




Link: The Which form of magickal protection would work best for you? Test written by revdrqat on OkCupid Free Online Dating, home of the The Dating Persona Test
View My Profile(revdrqat)
20th-Apr-2008 03:27 pm - Hmmm...
the Keeling Curve

My Personality
Neuroticism
96
Extraversion
16
Openness to Experience
83
Agreeableness
49
Conscientiousness
13
You are poised, confident, and clear-thinking when stressed, however you are sensitive about what others think of you. Your concern about rejection and ridicule cause you to feel shy and uncomfortable around others. You are easily embarrassed and often feel ashamed. Your fears that others will criticize or make fun of you are exaggerated and unrealistic, but your awkwardness and discomfort may make these fears a self-fulfilling prophecy. You are not prone to spells of energetic high spirits. Generally you are not considered to be an emotional person, however you are aware of and in touch with your emotions. You are tenderhearted and compassionate, feeling the pain of others vicariously and are easily moved to pity, however you believe that a certain amount of deception in social relationships is necessary. You are guarded in new relationships and less willing to openly reveal the whole truth about yourself. You have a reasonable amount of will-power and are able to follow through on tasks that you feel you need to complete. You can be distracted however and have been known to procrastinate.

Take a Personality Test now or view the full Personality Report.

The best Buying Pet Gifts.



My Attitudes Toward Self
High Standards
92
Self-Criticism
67
Generalization
100
You have high self-criticism attitudes. You have high generalization attitudes.

Take a Personality Test now or view the full Attitudes Toward Self Report.

The best Buying Pet Gifts.

3rd-Apr-2008 11:45 am - Top 50 meme...
marvo
Empire Magazine has revealed its list of the "50 Greatest TV Shows" ever. So, of course, LJ-ers leaped upon the opportunity and made it into a meme.



1. Bold the shows you've watched every episode of
2. Italic the shows you've seen at least one episode of
3. Post your answers

50 Greatest TV Shows )
29th-Mar-2008 05:08 pm - Greek Goddess Meme
marvo

Which Greek Goddess are YOU?! (great pictures)
created with QuizFarm.com
You scored as Demeter

You are Demeter goddess of nature


Demeter


100%

Pasiphae


100%

Medusa


92%

Rhea


92%

Hera


92%

Hekate


92%

Athena


84%

Hestia


67%

Gaia


67%

Circe


59%

Persephone


50%

Aphrodite


42%

Leto


42%

Artimis


34%


28th-Mar-2008 09:09 am - Interesting meme
marvo
My Pagan Practice
Tradition1.1Eclectic
Ecstatic0.2Solemn
Magical0.4Spiritual
Pagan Faith Practices Survey created by Otherworld Apothecary
Full Results:
http://www.otherworld-apothecary.com/quiz/results.php?score=_1.1_0.2_0.4
12th-Mar-2008 04:08 pm - A Challenge Meme.
abby
Nicked from [info]hils.

Everyone has things they blog about. Everyone has things they don't blog about. Challenge me out of my comfort zone by telling me something I don't blog about, but you'd like to hear about, and I'll write a post about it. Ask for anything: latest movie watched, last book read, political leanings, thoughts on yaoi, graphic techniques, etc
29th-Feb-2008 10:48 am - Thanks Viv :)
Zen
[info]caersidi tagged me to do this meme. I don't think I've done this one before.

a) List seven habits/quirks/facts about yourself
b) Tag seven people to do the same
c) Do not tag the person who tagged you or say that you tag "whoever wants to do it"



1. Smoking - My worst and most disliked habit. One day I will stop, but when I'm ready.

2. Hording - I hate to trow anything away "just in case" I may need it. But why I would ever need a power charger from a 1980's 'something' I don't know. And even if I did need it, I probably won't be able to find it!

3. Cheese - Anyone who knows me (and probably some who don't) know I hate cheese. I used to say I was allergic. But that's just not true. I HATE the taste of cheese. The only times I have cheese (Macdonald's, pizza) is when the taste is not noticeable. I'm very aware part of it is psychological.

4. Alternative Intelligence - I believe AI's WILL one day become sentient and surpass humans. I know they are not now, but they will. And I can talk quite deeply about it. But most people run away before I get started. :)

5. Gadgets - I think deep down I want everything to be instantly avalible wherever I am. Thus my love of gadgets. Plus of course, they are SO COOL!

6. Coercion - I would never force someone to do something they did not want to do. To me, 'assertiveness' is just another word for force. I'd rather 'coerce' them into doing what I want by convincing them it is the right thing. Unfortunately this works just as easily on myself as anyone else. SO I can easily 'coerce' myself into things (like smoking and socialising)

7. People - I love being around people, party's, chatting and having fun. But it TERRIFIES me. To a point I feel I am sociophobic! I need to be dragged out to be with people, and even then using 'no 6' I usually try and find a way out.


(random)Tagged: [info]strangerface, [info]evilruss, [info]robin, [info]shusu, [info]aerden, [info]meiran, [info]mceci2176
18th-Jan-2008 11:24 am - TV meme stolen from [info]jacqui_hw
Don't Shoot Me
TV Meme )
colossus
Stolen from [info]morgangallagher


The Ultimate LiveJournal Obsession Test
CategoryYour ScoreAverage LJer
Community Attachment59.14%
You're the Kevin Bacon of LiveJournal, with friends galore to support you. Fear your army of fans!
22.71%
MemeSheepage75.44%
I am but one quiz among millions. My brethren surround me on the page.
27.8%
Original Content80.65%
Newsweek, People, and your journal
37.96%
Psychodrama Quotient33.73%
Would it kill you to smile? CHEER UP!
16.7%
Attention Whoring47.73%
You'd sell your mother for another three friends
20.68%
22nd-Dec-2007 08:53 am - Stolen from Padfood_uk
marvo
1 - Go to wikipedia.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:Random
The first random wikipedia article title that you get is the name of your band.
ANDREW PETERSON

2 - Go to Random quotations:
http://www.quotationspage.com/random.php3
The last four words of the very last quote of the page is the title of your first album.
MOST VIOLENT AMONGST US

3 - Go to flickr and click on "explore the last seven days"
http://www.flickr.com/explore/interesting/7days/
The third picture, no matter what it is, will be your album cover.

4 - Use photoshop or similar to mix it all up. Post it.


18th-Dec-2007 11:27 am - Not bad :)
marvo
I Am A: Neutral Good Human Cleric (6th Level)


Ability Scores:

Strength-13

Dexterity-13

Constitution-12

Intelligence-12

Wisdom-17

Charisma-15


Alignment:
Neutral Good A neutral good character does the best that a good person can do. He is devoted to helping others. He works with kings and magistrates but does not feel beholden to them. Neutral good is the best alignment you can be because it means doing what is good without bias for or against order. However, neutral good can be a dangerous alignment because because it advances mediocrity by limiting the actions of the truly capable.


Race:
Humans are the most adaptable of the common races. Short generations and a penchant for migration and conquest have made them physically diverse as well. Humans are often unorthodox in their dress, sporting unusual hairstyles, fanciful clothes, tattoos, and the like.


Class:
Clerics act as intermediaries between the earthly and the divine (or infernal) worlds. A good cleric helps those in need, while an evil cleric seeks to spread his patron's vision of evil across the world. All clerics can heal wounds and bring people back from the brink of death, and powerful clerics can even raise the dead. Likewise, all clerics have authority over undead creatures, and they can turn away or even destroy these creatures. Clerics are trained in the use of simple weapons, and can use all forms of armor and shields without penalty, since armor does not interfere with the casting of divine spells. In addition to his normal complement of spells, every cleric chooses to focus on two of his deity's domains. These domains grants the cleric special powers, and give him access to spells that he might otherwise never learn. A cleric's Wisdom score should be high, since this determines the maximum spell level that he can cast.


Find out What Kind of Dungeons and Dragons Character Would You Be?, courtesy of Easydamus</a></b> (e-mail)

17th-Oct-2007 12:39 pm(no subject)
marvo
Icon Meme
Meme from [info]caersidi.

Comment and I'll pick seven of your icons, and then you will explain why you love/are using the icon (who doesn't love talking about their icons, seriously) and then post your explanation/this meme in your journal for other people to squee about their icons, and basically it will be a huge squeefest of love and 100x100 square pixels.

My Seven )
2nd-Oct-2007 12:39 pm - Popular Unread Books
Cognitive Hazard
From [info]caersidi

These are the top 106 books most often marked as "unread" by LibraryThing's (as of today). Have you read them?

Bold what you have read, italicize what you started but couldn't finish, and strike through what you couldn't stand. The numbers after each one are the number of LT users who used the tag of that book.

I've added a new category - those I have and am intending to read. Those have *** after them.


I was surprised how many I had read. )
22nd-Sep-2007 02:34 pm - Coupe of current memes
marvo
NameThatDisease.comNameThatDisease.com - Test your disease knowledge
I think that is quite good :)

NameThatDrug.comNameThatDrug.com - Test your drug knowledge
Well I DO work in the Pharmaceuticals Industry.
6th-Sep-2007 02:50 pm - Could they be any more wrong?
coatpoint
You Scored an A

It's pretty obvious that you don't make basic grammatical errors.
If anything, you're annoyed when people make simple mistakes on their blogs.
As far as people with bad grammar go, you know they're only human.
And it's humanity and its current condition that truly disturb you sometimes.
1st-Aug-2007 02:49 pm - Blogging Tips Meme
marvo

It's very simple. When this is passed on to you, copy the whole thing, skim the list and put a * star beside those that you like.(Checkout especially the * starred ones.)

Add the next number (1. 2. 3. 4. 5., etc.) and write your own blogging tip for other bloggers. Try to make your tip general.



1. Look, read, and learn. ******
-http://www.neonscent.com

2. Be, EXCELLENT to each other. ********
-http://www.bushmackel.com

3. Don't let money change ya! ****
-http://www.therandomforest.info

4. Always reply to your comments. ******
-http://chattiekat.com

5. Link liberally -- it keeps you and your friends afloat in the Sea of Technorati. *****
-http://chipsquips.com

6. Don't give up - persistence is fertile. ***
-http://www.velcro-city.co.uk

7. Give link credit where credit is due.****
-http://www.sfsignal.com

8. Follow your own path. Do anything you want to, it's your blog. ***
-http://www.bigdumbobject.co.uk

9. What the world needs is content. Provide it. **
-http://feedback.matthewjarpe.com

10. Don't put off until tomorrow what you can blog today. Backlogs are the primary cause of Bloggers' Block.**
-http://www.thegenrefiles.com

11. Don't pass on memes!
-http://myelvesaredifferent.blogspot.com

12. Don't be afraid to be playful and to share things that you find fun! *
-http://musesong.livejournal.com/

13. Far away is close at hand in images of Elsewhere!
-http://marvo.livejournal.com/

2nd-Jul-2007 10:44 pm - meme
marvo
Ask Me My Fandom Opinion

Ask me one fandom-related question in the comments. This can be fandom specific or general, about fanfic or shows or whatever. Ask anything. It can be as normal or odd as you like.
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