Laurie Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Has this already been brought up here in any of the discussions about the horrible murders at the school? I haven't heard this in any of the news reports that I've seen either but it seems like something that should be seriously discussed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Has this already been brought up here in any of the discussions about the horrible murders at the school? I haven't heard this in any of the news reports that I've seen either but it seems like something that should be seriously discussed. Why should it be discussed? And I'm truly not asking to be snarky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 How is it remotely relevant? Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Has this already been brought up here in any of the discussions about the horrible murders at the school? I haven't heard this in any of the news reports that I've seen either but it seems like something that should be seriously discussed. Why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest inoubliable Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Has this already been brought up here in any of the discussions about the horrible murders at the school? I haven't heard this in any of the news reports that I've seen either but it seems like something that should be seriously discussed. Why? :confused1: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I am having the same thoughts. There is a lot of reaching going on with this horrible tragedy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I lived in Connecticut for 32 years. I have a cousin who is married to a Dr. and they live very close to Newtown. Yes, I want a prize. LOL Sorry...just being silly here. Well, we could talk about you... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 That would be one way to put people to sleep. Not even! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Not even! This. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elinor Everywhere Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 What does the Hunger Games author living there have to do with anything? Are you trying to imply that the murders were committed due to the influence of the Hunger Games?? :confused1: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsquirrel Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Has this already been brought up here in any of the discussions about the horrible murders at the school? I haven't heard this in any of the news reports that I've seen either but it seems like something that should be seriously discussed. I am sorry, I don't see how this is anything other than a bit of mild curiosity. What about it seems like it should be seriously discussed? The town is only 60 miles away from New York City, that means that there are LOTS of people who live nearby. And how do you know where she lives? Are you a mega fan or something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I'm super curious where the OP was going with this? Seriously? I drove through CT once. That seems equally relevant! :confused1: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I'm super curious where the OP was going with this? Seriously? I drove through CT once. That seems equally relevant! :confused1: Two in one thread? Seems suspicious to me... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 :confused1: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Here's a picture: http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/4a/Six_degrees_of_separation.svg I thought it was going to be a photo of you in CT. Or Kevin Bacon in a kilt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Ok, well here is a fun six degrees of separation..... I once worked with a guy who worked for Bobby Flay. So it's like I worked with Bobby Flay!! (I'm a little bored.) Hmmmm. Flay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Bobby Flay? I want him to grill me a burger. No really, that is not a euphemism, I really want to eat his burgers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsquirrel Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Bobby Flay? I want him to grill me a burger. No really, that is not a euphemism, I really want to eat his burgers. That's what she said. No, she really did say it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 You didn't get the connection between that, CT, and Kevin Bacon in a kilt (and Kevin was also eating bacon)? Huh, I thought it was obvious. I am shamed. But I've never been to CT or seen Bacon eat bacon. OT - have you seen the Will Smith Rob Smith rob Smith Will Smith GIF? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 bacon eat bacon. BAHAHAHAHA We sure are good at changing the subject. Speaking of. I recently found the right dosage of lactaid so now I can fatten myself on milk and cookies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeaganS Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 This website will tell you how many degrees away from Kevin Bacon any actor is if you search for their name. We spent several hours one Christmas break with my dad trying to see if we could beat it. The Oracle of Bacon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathryn Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I like bacon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Mmmm .... bacon. I think they serve bacon in Conneticut on occassion! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie Posted December 18, 2012 Author Share Posted December 18, 2012 I wasn't expecting humor/kilts, etc. Really, the fact that a very celebrated author writes about young people killing young people for our reading pleasure, and then this horrible mass murder of mostly children happens in her own hometown and no one thinks there's anything worth discussing? I'm sorry, but driving through CT once isn't exactly the same to me as someone writing books about kids killing other kids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Awesome. So instead of singing Adam Sandler's Hanukkah song, you could sing "Happy Pharmica". :lol: :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I wasn't expecting humor/kilts, etc. Really, the fact that a very celebrated author writes about young people killing young people for our reading pleasure, and then this horrible mass murder of mostly children happens in her own hometown and no one thinks there's anything worth discussing? I'm sorry, but driving through CT once isn't exactly the same to me as someone writing books about kids killing other kids. See this is how it works. Someone posts something ridiculous, and then in an attempt to shield them from public humiliation some nice gals form a club and try to change the subject. Ok you really want to talk about it. Gee I don't really know what to add. And I really am just joking about the first line (sort of). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I like bacon. Then you get to be in the club! And if you don't eat bacon you can be in the club too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I had bacon for breakfast!!! How coincidental. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Did you read the books? I'm curious as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest inoubliable Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Really, the fact that a very celebrated author writes about young people killing young people for our reading pleasure, and then this horrible mass murder of mostly children happens in her own hometown and no one thinks there's anything worth discussing? No. Just, no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joker Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Oops! I removed it - had no idea it would be that big. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitten18 Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I wasn't expecting humor/kilts, etc. Really, the fact that a very celebrated author writes about young people killing young people for our reading pleasure, and then this horrible mass murder of mostly children happens in her own hometown and no one thinks there's anything worth discussing? I'm sorry, but driving through CT once isn't exactly the same to me as someone writing books about kids killing other kids. Ridiculous. Not even remotely relevant. I want to say more but... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 That's almost enough to turn me off bacon. Almost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest inoubliable Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 And if you don't eat bacon you can be in the club too. Whew! I was afraid I'd have to sit this one out in the Vegan Corner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Whew! I was afraid I'd have to sit this one out in the Vegan Corner. I LOVE vegans. I used to be one but then I was corrupted. OMG that picture :lol: I would quote it but it is huge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vonfirmath Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I just looked it up. I'm not a big Hunger Games fan but I LOVE her Gregor the Overlander series. And Wikipedia confirms, she lives in Sandy Hook. Interesting. She has 2 kids. Hopefully they are older! You can't help but be affected by what is going on in your own neighborhood nevertheless though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathryn Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 One time when DH was in high school he went to Shoney's for breakfast with a friend. They had like three dollars between them and somehow convinced the waitress to let them get one plate and fill up at the breakfast bar. His friend went up for them. And came back with the plate stacked full of every piece of bacon they had and nothing else. And said "I like bacon." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MFG Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I had bacon for breakfast!!! How coincidental. I did also. And I have been to CT many times. This proves the world will end Friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 My son just told me I laugh too much. :confused1: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swellmomma Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Well I've heard of Conneticut, and read the hunger games books, while eating bacon, and daydreaming about bacon eating....nevermind. :leaving: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I wasn't expecting humor/kilts, etc. Really, the fact that a very celebrated author writes about young people killing young people for our reading pleasure, and then this horrible mass murder of mostly children happens in her own hometown and no one thinks there's anything worth discussing? I'm sorry, but driving through CT once isn't exactly the same to me as someone writing books about kids killing other kids. Did you actually read the book? Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swellmomma Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I liked the Hunger Game books. It wasn't a how to manual on killing children. Not at all. And there is no way you could compare this to what happened if you had actually read the books. Wow, just wow. There is a song I sing at home to my kids when they say or do something particularily stupid. It is to the tune of the pink panther. It is comprised of only the word dumb*** . I am humming it today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Did you actually read the book? What's your stance on bacon? I prefer back bacon, but it's hard to get here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 The books were not just about the games themselves. It was a society that applauded and promoted this behavior. We, as humans, are still shocked by that kind of behavior, which is exactly the point. We should be. We should stand up against violence (notice I didn't say guns, I'm not touching that at all) and insane acts. If the author was touting the Hunger Games as her ideal society, I might be worried. To reach the full effect of the books, you really have to read all three books, not simply the first one as I know many people did. I'm sure the author is grieving the loss her community experienced, just like everyone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I'm super curious where the OP was going with this? Seriously? I drove through CT once. That seems equally relevant! :confused1: Yeah,me too. Numerous times. Maybe it was the influence of the drinking parrot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 du, dudu, dudu dudu dudu dudu du duuuuuuuu dddddddd Gee that tune is catchy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I think the Hunger Games is as relevant to this tragedy as Hansel and Gretel. Ever read King Lear? Now there is a dark tale! In other news, I still like bacon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reeciecup Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I have a Girl Scout in my troop that got her hair cut by a lady that went to the same cosmetology school as the hairdresser that did the braid for the actress that played in the Hunger Games. That's relevant, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I wasn't expecting humor/kilts, etc. Really, the fact that a very celebrated author writes about young people killing young people for our reading pleasure, and then this horrible mass murder of mostly children happens in her own hometown and no one thinks there's anything worth discussing? I'm sorry, but driving through CT once isn't exactly the same to me as someone writing books about kids killing other kids. But there was no surprise inside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 This website will tell you how many degrees away from Kevin Bacon any actor is if you search for their name. We spent several hours one Christmas break with my dad trying to see if we could beat it. The Oracle of Bacon What does it mean if my person has a bacon number of 2? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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