It was so poignant it hurt.
And it's especially ironic that Ragnar would have that vision of his past because earlier, when they first set out on their journey in their longships, he said to his sons "Don't waste your time looking back, you're not going that way". That's a profound thought that I've occasionally had…

I reeeally detest Floki's "new friends".
He obviously doesn't like or trust them. I've never seen him more uncomfortable than during his conversation with them. Who does he think he's fooling? Certainly not Helga…or us.

Well, I like it (hadn't heard it before), but there's one main difference. The other versions make me want to dance, that one makes me want to curl up in a fetal position for a while. Really serious and thought-provoking. Thanks for posting it.
Now I'm curious…have you ever heard the original by Gloria Jones, from…

And nearly as unpleasant before it kills you.

It really is multi-layered. That's one of the many things that make it so good.

Funny, the difference between boys and girls. I had a cute young journalism teacher (with great hair!) who had me sitting in class picturing him as Heathcliff out on the moors. It was more about romance than sex, but just as distracting.

And that's just for starters.

Your taste definitely improved. I sometimes wear the femme Acqua di Gio and often get compliments. And you're right…the secret is to wear a little of the good stuff, not to let it wear you. Quality, not quantity.

A little soul-searching never hurt anyone(?!!).

!!!!!!!!!

It really was sad and poignant.
And the strangulation scene reminded me of a similar scene on "Bates Motel" a couple of weeks ago. Both were almost more difficult to watch than the usual blood and gore we're all subjected to so often now in our entertainment. During such scenes I find myself suddenly noticing how cute…

Don't forget to glance behind you every couple of minutes, too.

Good call to just let that go.
After all, it is Easter week.

Solidarity, Sister.
***chest thump salute thingy***

Our boy's growing up, and he's a cute kid. Before long, he won't need advice to get a girl.

…..trying to shield the bottle of cologne in his pocket.

I reacted the same way. And now I'm wondering if maybe she does have an inkling about Philip's hurt feelings, is a little jealous of their friendship (although she's completely self-confident when it comes to other women, no problem with Sandra), and flashed a little of her natural inner bitchiness.

Excellent work, my friend. I'm looking forward to future installments.

I have a confession.
I've always liked "Tainted Love" so much that I even like Marilyn Manson's version (a lot).
There…I said it.

Has been for a long time. At 13, I wore Yardley's "Eau de London"..followed by experimentation with various scents. At 15, I decided I was a sophisticated young woman and started wearing Chanel No.5.
My boyfriend sometimes wore British Sterling, at other times something woodsy and fresh. I found him irresistible, and…