The River
I’m going to try to give ABC’s The River a chance. I was a little intrigued by last weeks premiere. I just miss Lost so god damn much I want to fall in love with this. It has an interesting premise and that’s enough for me. Besides The Walking Dead, this is the only creepy show currently on tv. If you have any other show suggestions, let me know.
BRAVO’S 100 SCARIEST MOVIE MOMENTS
Every October I look forward to the annual replay of Bravo’s documentary miniseries that countdown the… drum roll please…..100 scariest movie moments!
This miniseries is a 5-part/5 hour horror fans dream. I love the interviews with horror icons, celebrities, directors, writers, ect. I don’t care if I’ve seen every episode 18 times, I will watch it every time it’s on. Is this on DVD yet? I seem to remember that Bravo barely aired this last year.
Here’s an early Halloween costume suggestion:
The sexy red-headed maid Moira from American Horror Story
http://www.fxnetworks.com/shows/originals/ahs/
If you have not seen this show yet, you should do so immediately.
Stocking up on Halloween decorations
It’s easy to see how Halloween generates around $6 billion a year. With costumes, decorations, candy, ect, the expenses add up. If you plan on throwing a Halloween party- you can keep adding expenses. The key to minimizing the money spent, start early. Yes, that means before the week of Halloween. Here are some steps i’ve learned that have saved my ass from lots of stress and money spent.
1) Browse Ebay and browse early. Ebay is the home to billions of overpriced memorbilia, faux Louis Vuitton bags, and little do you know, but Halloween items. The earlier you begin looking, the better the deals and items. I’ve been able to find extremely discounted Halloween props, lighting, and bundle packages of Halloween decorations. Craigslist is another option as well.
2) Thrift Stores. Usually around late August/early September, thrift stores will get an influx of Halloween items. I’ve always had great luck finding tons of candles (red, black, orange) and cool gothic candle holders. Thrift stores are also great for strands of lights, old sheets (you can bleach, tear, paint/stain with fake blood ect), inflatable Halloween yard displays, cheap gothic mugs, ect. Also keep in mind costume ideas when you browse the thrift store. The best part is you’ll always find something unique.
3) Dollar Stores. These stores are extra amazing if you’re throwing a Halloween party. Stock up on streamers, plastic shot glasses, balloons, pumpkin carving tool kits, fake black roses, spiderwebs, plastic bugs, candles, Halloween-themed kitchen utensils, and all things glow in the dark.
4) Garage Sales. Summertime garage sales are money. Usually a great place to find larger and more expensive Halloween decorations at a cheap price. Especially for costumes. Look in your local paper for garage sale ads or look on craigslist.
5) Right after Halloween. If you can put some money aside for after Halloween, this really is the best time to stock up on decorations. Usually November 1st is the day where everything is clearanced out at 75% or more.
