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Thursday, April 28, 2005

A Miracle distraction

It hasn't started yet and here I am interrupting the start of the Miracles series.

Sorry folks, just having a bit of a TMoOD withdrawal here.

I thought this would be the best time to have this picture before we delve deep into Miracles talk.

On this site's very first entry, it was noted that Ray and Livy's first meeting at the parlor was what started it all for us getting addicted to this movie and of course Skeet.

It occured to me that the picture below is what set us all to write fiction beyond the "Hallmark" feel--I think.

Ray's an inadvertent tease, cleverly sending messages subliminally.


I know he must be nervous and all but what's he doing slapping his butt in front of Livy? On their first day together in their own house--what was he thinking?!

There -- I just thought I'd let that out, now I am ready for the Miracles rave.

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Wednesday, April 27, 2005

The Plan--what's up ahead

Is it safe to say that we've all got our Miracles DVD and have had the satisfaction of an unadulterated viewing of our beloved actor, the venerable and charming Skeet?

I am sure many of us are just anxious to talk about each episode, breaking it down to pieces like what we've done with the TMoOD movie. We've become experts on this after all.

So here's the consensus during our brainstorming sessions in the chat room.

Taking into account that there should be about +/-13 weeks before "Into the West" finishes its run on TV in June, we'll start our Miracles episode reviews this week on Friday.

Nothing complicated or serious (we never are anyway), we are here to have fun. However, we do need some moderation so we can follow what's going on every week since there are 13 wonderful episodes to talk about.

Each week we'll have an "Episode Host". P&P5 will start on the "Ferguson Syndrome" this week. Twelve more episodes are still for the taking, anyone interested in hosting, do sign up and put a stake on your favorite episode you'd want to host.

There are no definite format. I'll give the host full reign on how they want to write or post their entries on their favorite episode, if they so desire. P&P5 will start by throwing us some bits of observations and questions and the rest of us can comment and share their thoughts about it. We'll have a week to rave on each episode and so make sure you get your piece heard--participation is highly encouraged!

Rest assured, there will be no pop quizes just a LOT of Skeet talk I am sure.

Some ideas to help you get over your shyness on hosting:
  • Skeet mannerisms -- it's a way of getting to know our guy more.
  • What's up with the hair? -- any physical attributes that strike you enough to blog about it.
  • Strange phenomenon (is that on oxymoron?) -- what's Miracles without this, right?
  • Let's do a count on Paul Callan bruises, beat ups, fall downs -- a co'cola (a Pbright fave) everytime Paul gets hurt.
  • "Defribulator" moments (borrowed from Chris) -- hey, we've got plenty to go by in all the episodes.

Anyone needing screen caps to convey their point, P&P5 (our screen cap queen) or I can assist you with it.

Interjections between posts on any Skeet current news or sightings, TMoOD talk (of course) are definitely NOT discouraged.

It's our way to pace ourselves for the months to come, if we are adamant about keeping talk on Skeet active and alive.

Now let's have FUN!!!

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thank you all!

wow....

I have just finished reading all the posts previous to joining this crazy, colorful bunch of skeet-lovers!!
I can only try to tell you all---

1--how I have laughed out loud at your hilarious comments (whoopee on the farm is too much!)

2--that I now recognize I am indeed 'not alone in my addiction' (you know if....)

3--that I am learning my way around a blog!! (thanks, skeetrfan for all the tutoring!)

4--that I have discovered how many talented writers are in this group. All of you continually amaze me with your insights and creativity. As I came upon each new 'installment' added to 'our' movie scenes, it only added to my love of this wonderful story. If we never get any kind of sequel from the author or Hallmark, we can enjoy the gifts of these incredibly gifted story tellers that we are blessed to know. I have laughed, cried and blushed (!), and I thank each and every one of you for the time, effort and joy you put into your writing. Can't wait to read future chapters. And just think...we still have 13 episodes of "Miracles" and "Into the West" to discuss and embellish!

Though I have only been here a short time, I feel like I have found a home away from home and some wonderful new friends. Thank you so much for making me feel like a part of the family.

.....don't mean to be too serious...just having a moment here...

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Friday, April 22, 2005

getting to know you...

Hi--just want to tell you all that I am so impressed with this group!! I am taking the advice to go back and read earlier posts.. kind of getting to know you all better. It is so insightful!! Everybody is so kind and it is so nice to find that we have common feelings about Skeet and this movie. The addtional 'scenes' you have written to the movie are something else--you have all captured the feelings and theme so well. Way to go!

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Thursday, April 21, 2005

Miracles DVD article

Here's an article on the recent release of the Miracles DVD.
I am posting this also as a reminder for those who have bought it to write a feedback on Amazon.com site. It will definitely make a difference for the show and Skeet Ulrich.

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TV on DVD: Some do believe in miraclesBY R.D. HELDENFELSKnight Ridder Newspapers
(KRT) - Thank goodness for TV cults.
Big-hit shows come to DVD because, out of the tens of millions of people who watched the series originally, a percentage will buy the DVD.
Cult shows never had a big audience (although, in TV, even a flop can still have millions of viewers). Some of them don't even last a full season. But their fans are so devoted, they will buy anything related to a show, making a DVD set financially attractive to its distributor.
And then the rest of us, the casual fans or the people who never watched at all, get a second chance to see a show.
No wonder Richard Hatem, co-creator of "Miracles," goes out of his way to credit fans with getting the show on DVD.
Indeed, "Miracles: The Complete Series" (Shout Factory, 13 episodes, four discs, $49.98, in stores April 19) will be new even to people who watched all six of the show's telecasts on ABC in 2003 - since it includes seven episodes ABC never aired.
The series starred Skeet Ulrich as an investigator of possible miracles who begins to encounter incidents he can no longer explain. Those incidents include possible signs of a looming conflict between good and evil, pivoting on letters that sometimes form "God is now here" and sometimes "God is nowhere."
The series was a bit slow in spots, and not always effective as it tried to move forward its long-term narrative. But individual episodes could be very good - much better than the new, and similarly themed, "Revelations."
Extras on the DVD include commentaries by writers, producers and a director on six of the episodes and a feature with Hatem discussing the series. I was a little disappointed at the full-frame presentation; the cinematic quality of the show begs for widescreen treatment.
Also aimed at TV cultists, and already in stores, is "The Lone Gunmen" (Fox, 13 episodes, three discs, $39.98), a collection of the spring 2001 "X-Files" spinoff. Involving a trio of conspiracy theorists even more extreme than the usual "X-Files" crowd, the show was much more comedic - and at times better - than "X-Files."
The first episode is now very uncomfortable to watch, since its plot anticipated 9/11. But there are joys to be found elsewhere in the set.
The DVD arranges the series' 13 episodes as originally intended (one aired out of sequence in the original telecasts) and adds an "X-Files" telecast that wrapped up the Gunmen's story. There are also commentaries on five episodes and a nice segment about the making of the show.
Elsewhere on DVD, if you're missing "The West Wing" now that the current season is done, you can go back to the fourth season on DVD (Warner, 22 episodes, six discs, $59.98). Unfortunately, that season - the last involving series creator Aaron Sorkin - was also one where the show crumbled; the characters took odd turns, the plotting was off and the politics seemed aggressively naive. And even then, I sort of enjoyed it; bad "West Wing" is still "West Wing."
And "The West Wing" has rebounded. I don't think the same can be said for "That '70s Show," which is content to amuse sporadically at best. If you want to see the show when it was really funny (often in slyly outrageous ways), go for "That '70s Show: Season Two" (Fox, 26 episodes, four discs, $49.98), in stores April 19. Great fun.
Not so much fun is "The Hitchhiker: Volume 2" (HBO, 10 episodes, two discs, $34.98, in stores now). This continues to collect telecasts from the '80s horror anthology, which is also the basis for a big-screen movie due out on April 29. The original show had its share of violence and sex; what it didn't have was a lot of imagination.
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© 2005, Akron Beacon Journal (Akron, Ohio).
Visit Akron Beacon Journal Online at
http://www.ohio.com.
Distributed by Knight Ridder/Tribune Information Services.

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Finding Kay

Our newest member just found us--it must be fate since we are not an easy search. We are glad that she has the same enthusiasm as the rest of us.

Please welcome our newest member--
  • Kay

we wish you will enjoy your experience with the group as we all have. Welcome!

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Tuesday, April 19, 2005

Jan has finally arrived!

She's been a member in our hearts for a long time now. A true Tmooder/WNSR and Skeet addict, we've enjoyed your presence in the chat room all the time.

Welcome aboard Jan1425!!!

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Awwww.....Thanks

Hey gang! I just wanted to thank you for the get well card. I'm sure everything will be just fine. The worse part about it is I'll be out of commission for about a week so I won't be able to check in and get my dailey Skeet fix. :-( I'll miss this place. You guys always manage to make me smile.

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Some Additional Thoughts

I've written my letter to Ms. Siebert. In the process of doing so it occurred to me that the more appropriate person may be Skeet's publicist. I'm going to mail my letter to Ms. Siebert but I have sent a letter to the publicist as well. For those of you who wish to do so:

ID Public Relations
attn: Joe Libonati
8409 Santa Monica Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90069

I've pasted my letter here simply for those who may be interested in reading it. No other purpose intended or implied.

Dear Ms. Siebert,

I was delighted to learn that Mr. Ulrich had signed with The Gersh Agency. I've felt for some time that he was not getting the opportunities he deserved as an actor. I realize, of course, that the decision may have been his. I suspect, however, that since he's signed with a new agency perhaps that was not the case.

As a fan I hope to see more of Mr. Ulrich and in a more positive light.

For example, I believe that there are far better pictures which could be used as his head shot on the IMDb site. Admittedly, that is arguably a somewhat petty point. The existing picture does not, I believe, give one a good impression.

I also noticed that on Matthew Settle's IMDb site there were pictures of the TNT/TBS Upfront event of 12 April almost immediately. There were no such pictures at Mr. Ulrich's site although he shared billing with Mr. Settle for Into the West. Frankly, I was disappointed.

These are small matters, I know. I'm hoping, though, that small matters appropriately cared for will produce major results. As I write this, it occurs to me that I probably should be directing these thoughts to Mr. Ulrich's publicist and I will do so as well.

Best wishes for your success as a talent agent and as the agent for Mr. Ulrich. I appreciate your time and attention to this letter.

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Lack of Publicity

At long last! Thank you, skeetrfan, for your help. I didn't think I was ever going to get to the place where I could post. I hope the point I wanted to make still has some validity.
Last Tuesday [4/12] the TNT/TBS Upfront event was held in NYC. We know Skeet attended as part of the cast for Into the West--at least that's what the press release said. Within a matter of days there were pictures of Matthew Settle, from the Upfront event, posted on his IMDb site.
Excitedly I quickly when to Skeet's IMDb site hoping to see some pictures of him as well. No doubt you can guess---there were none. Plus, that [from my perspective] ridiculous head shot of him was still there.
I know he has a new talent agent and maybe they haven't had sufficient time to update/upgrade his image. Perhaps that's the image Skeet wants. I'm thinking, however, that this new agent needs to know that Skeet has devoted fans who wish to see more of him in the most positive light possible. Any ideas?

As per sketerfan's request here's the address for the talent agent:
Ms. Leslie Siebert
The Gersh Agency
232 North Canon Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

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Saturday, April 16, 2005

Welcome MJ

Finally a member! We are glad you were able to now have the capability to post. We hope you will enjoy being a member of this wonderful team. Please do join us at chat when you can.


Welcome, you are now a certified Tmooder!

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Thursday, April 14, 2005

A Message

I thought I'd pass this along. It came in my inbox today.

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This is a message from the webmistress of Skeeter Net
(www.skeetulrich.net).
Skeeter Net has been updated with fresh news, new links, and a link to
the "Magic of Ordinary Days" online petition! More pictures are coming
soon. Please take the time to read this special alert from
MiraclesHQ.com (an affiliate of Skeeter Net) about the "Miracles" DVD's:

Miracles HQ
Contact Miracles HQ Team
Individual Contacts
Miracles HQ Message Board

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"MIRACLES" ON DVD: Help Us Make an Impact on Sales!

We know you're looking forward to April 19 as much as we are -- who
could forget the date "Miracles" is being released on DVD? Its release is
a triumph for "Miracles" fans -- and our last big stepping stone to
future "Miracles" projects.

Which means that this is our last big chance to act -- and your big
chance as "Miracles" fans to show your support for the show! We need fan
support more than ever to show how much interest there is in watching
Paul, Alva, and Evie on the small screen.

With your support, here's our gameplan:

1) For all "Miracles" fans to purchase the DVD's ASAP
2) To buy the DVD's from a single provider (we suggest Amazon.com --
so that it cracks their Top 10)
3) For fans to tell friends and family to buy the set from Amazon.com
as well
4) Fans also post raves and reviews in Amazon's feedback section for
the show, telling others why they should purchase this excellent DVD set

What next? With luck:

5) "Miracles" then cracks the Amazon "Top 10" in DVD sales
6) MiraclesHQ will send out a press release to promote this
accomplishment by you, the fans
7) Industry insiders will take notice

For this to work, though, we're asking for your support: Purchase the
"Miracles" DVDs from Amazon. Tell your friends. And post your favorite
thoughts about the show on Amazon in the DVD feedback area after
receiving your purchase.

The industry pays attention to the sales figures to gauge the
marketability of TV shows, both in syndication and with an eye toward continuing
or even restarting production.

This is our chance to show the business we mean business! And our last
chance to make a statement about how much we love this show.

Access the "Miracles" DVDs on Amazon via the link below:
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B0007N1AM2/qid=1113433349/sr=1-1/ref=sr_1_1/103-1583659-8378262?v=glance&s=dvd
We'll see you in the checkout aisle!

-- MiraclesHQ.com


As always, enjoy!

Laurel
http://www.skeetulrich.net

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Tuesday, April 12, 2005

Into the West

Just saw the first ad for Into the West (that I'm aware of) on TNT. Not a single, noticeable shot of Skeet. All Matthew Settle, his family, and Native Americans.

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Hope for Skeet

Yes, Skeet has a new agent, and, hopefully, better career prospects. The item says he will be repped by Leslie Seibert of the Gersh Agency. A Google search will provide an indication of the caliber of the actors in this agency. Briefly, it is the second oldest talent agency in Los Angeles, and has handled some of the biggest names in Hollywood. Interesting reading about a prestigious organization that has decades of experience.

This seems a definite sign that Skeet remains committed to an acting career, rather than to retirement and furniture making. Couldn't be better news for his fans! I can't wait to see what projects this agency obtains for him. I also can't help but believe that the overwhelming success and popularity of TMOOD showed Skeet to be a very desirable client.

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Leaving Ray

The good thing about having house visitors is that I get to subject them to watch THE favorite movie of all time (yes, TMoOD all right) - with me.

I didn't know it would be quite an uncomfortable moment watching the Kiss scene with Mom. It felt like I was watching a rated scene with your parent sitting right next to you. Well, see, the Kiss WAS a very sexy scene in my opinion. I think I've gotten used to watching the movie all by myself that having to see it with someone, like my Mom, was a whole new different viewing experience for me. I'll have to let you know that she did enjoy and liked the movie very much.

But I digress.

Watching the movie in it's entirety (no skipping to favorite scenes, haha), had me thinking hard about the day of Livy's leaving Ray, or more so known as the Ring scene.

I know P&P5 and Chris had both posted an extended story for this scene (read their stories-- Ring-before and after story, The Ring). If you've read this continuing story, I think it's no joke that this could really have occured. I really now firmly believe that there WAS definitely a lapse in time there between the time he gave her the ring and the time she went to fetch the girls by the grain elevators.

Proof? If anyone would agree-- it's in Livy's hair.



Here's Livy moments before she went downstairs looking for Ray. Notice her hair, all nicely curled at the ends.



Then during Ray's proposal, not as neat but still well kept.



At the grain elevators meeting the girls and the POW. Hair now quite disheveled and tousled. She was in a very happy and upbeat mood even if she had to drive them all the way close to New Mexico. mmmmm, I WONDER why?



And this look (gazing at her ring), I think really means more than she's happy to have finally gotten a ring but also it cleverly implied that she was reminiscing on something that transpired right before she left the house.

And when Ray jumped out of the truck to meet her after she burned the uniform and her locket, he seemed way too eager to come close to her with an uncontainable smile. I think he already knew after she left the house that she wasn't leaving for Denver anymore.

Have I gone completely crazy or what? Sometimes I feel like I am vainly reading in between the lines too much. This is what happens when I don't get much time interacting with fellow tmooders.
Missing you all!

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Saturday, April 09, 2005

What are your favorite scenes?

It's now about time, that we vote for our best TMOOD scenes.

The poll will tabulate your choices and whichever scenes gets the TOP 10 highest votes will be the TMOODers' final favorite TOP 10.

It's going to be a tough choice for most of us but please only pick five (5) at one time.

You'll have to scroll down to see the poll box


























Choose your top 5 special scenes from TMOOD
Burlap Bag
Dance Scene
The Kiss
Fiesta Omelette and Driving the "Claw"
Martha & Livy talk
Boating at the pond
First Meeting at the Parlor and Church Wedding
Beet box drive
Church potlock, meeting Mrs Pratt
Troy dinner scene
Family History at the Cemetery
Ray's Love Profession, Ring Scene
Ray sings to Daniel
Ray at the Library
Ring, Ring, Ring, The Singletons have a phone
Abby's visit to the farm
Thanksgiving at Martha's
Ray, Livy and Daniel at the Porch (final scene)
Livy's Nightmare
Ray and Livy's first dinner at the house


  

Free polls from Pollhost.com


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Friday, April 08, 2005

Music Videos

In the chat room tonight, we had talked about the upcoming release of the Miracles DVD. Most of us have not even seen this TV show when it aired in 2003. I missed even seeing a single episode, and I vaguely recalled the title.

I've only come to know more about this show from the save Miracles site and even had the chance to read on the episode transcripts (anthology) then. I've regretted that I didn't save those not knowing they will no longer be available now.

For those of you who may have limited knowledge about the 13 episodes that will be on the DVD, there are music videos that are available on the MiraclesHQ site. If you want to see Skeet in action, this is the best thing before the release.

The creator of the videos is a 16-year old HS student named, Natalie Kushner. She did a really good job with the six Music Videos she had produced.

Also, here are the pictures I promised the girls.


Miracles Music Videos

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Wednesday, April 06, 2005

Jane Magazine Article

I received something in the mail again, courtesy of Mr. Skeetrfan. I definitely have to share this with fellow --what are we now? -- WNSRs?

This was from way back in January 1999, when he just recently got married to Georgina. However, I have not read this and the pictures (though limited) were fantastic.

For that someone who has that farm tractor hang up--you know who you are, you will definitely have a blast reading this.

It's short but having little material to read out there, it will do for now.

I've made a dedicated page for it. And will also be available on the sidebar under the "Navigate" drop down menu for easy access in the future. I'll be adding this to our Skeet collection.


Want to read the article? click this ----> JANE MAGAZINE 1999 ARTICLE

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A Soldier's Sweetheart

I just wanted to share my good news and really you guys are the only ones who would understand. I finally found this movie!! I just won it on Ebay, so it will be a while before I get to see it, but at least I now know it will be mine at some point. I'm so excited!!

Also, want to add I love the Skeet fix of the day. I think the library scene is my favorite scene in the movie. I just love his facial expressions (especially the raised eyebrows) and even though the dialogue is limited, I find it to be very sweet.

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Tuesday, April 05, 2005

What a hat can do

That hat + Those eyes * Those lips + That smile = SUATMs and or WNSRS on the floor

Warning!
May cause dizziness, hyperventilation, lightheadedness and loss of breath.

View at your own risk.







Thought I'd make today's Skeet fix a post instead due to popular demand.

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Monday, April 04, 2005

Welcome Monty

Forgive me for doing this late. We are still growing with the addition of another member. She's been added to the list above but have not been formally welcomed yet.

I'll also take this opportunity to inform you of changes to the site. There are now drop down menus on the sidebar. One new option now is to help the readers find the entries easily and quickly by Title list. We will add some more pages soon and the layout might change a little bit more.

Let's all welcome our new team member to the group.

  • Monty

A warm Welcome to you!

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