As much as I would like to participate in the Daily Prompt today- I am exhausted from lack of sleep and while I have all sorts of ideas, thoughts and opinions on the term “Blindly” I am far too exhausted to write them out into anything coherent.
(Wait- I just used the word ‘coherent’ perhaps my tea is kicking in…..)
I try to make it a habit to write every day.
It’s part of my routine- a ritual that I take great comfort in- so when I have these days where I want to be clever, thought provoking or creative- it really sucks when my mind is saying “Oh look- something shiny” and I am distracted and can’t focus. Just because I write everyday doesn’t mean I am going to write something good or interesting.
I have a relatively new ritual in my life- it only started last year when I discovered the wondrous world of Netflix.
I know-I know- I am behind on the binge-watching trend compared to most people, but the reality is that I am largely a reader. I am not a habitual television watcher- I am the person that has her nose shoved in a book while the rest of the family watches TV. I can go for months without really caring what is happening in my television shows- when I want I will go read summaries or just wait for the reruns. (The only show I MUST watch is The View- I love that show- minus the season Rosie was on it…..) Netflix has actually helped me because when I find I can concentrate on anything (Housework, Reading, Writing, Did I mention Housework…..) or when I am ill or exhausted- I pick up the remote and see what my Netflix has to offer. Lately- I have been on a lot of bed rest and needing down time- and while I am coming out of it- I walk on my treadmill now watching my shows to keep my mind occupied as I get some minor fitness in.
Sometimes the choices are far too overwhelming for me.
I approach my Netflix binges the same way I approach my novel reading.
What am I in the mood for? Sci-Fi? Dystopian? Comedy? Drama? Horror? TV series, Netflix Special or Movie?
I can want to watch or read something, but I have to be in the mood for it- otherwise it goes in my ‘Later’ pile for another day.
(Like the TV show Bates Motel- I know I WANT to watch it- I just have no desire to bother right now)
Of course if my brain goes into ‘Too Many Choices” overload- I just take to my Facebook and ask “What do you recommend?” and see if anyone’s suggestions overlap something I am already interested in.
This morning I have already watched two episodes of Community while eating my breakfast and staring at my laptop hoping for writing inspiration. (Or to just wake up so I can do something productive- but it’s Monday- so my hopes aren’t high)
If you haven’t seen Community- I highly recommend it. I can’t believe it took me this long to finally see it. It’s about a study group of misfits at a local community college. The humor is clever, the cast is amazing- and Joel McHale (aka Jeff Winger) is a total babe.
I am already panicking as I am about to finish the 4th Season and then I will have to find a new series to start.
What is this world coming too that we are so concerned about our next binge-watch?
(Sometimes I miss the 1990s- such a simpler time)
Oh well- it is 2017 and times have changed- and while I am not always wasting my time watching television- sometimes I will shrug and hop on board with the masses and see what all the fuss is about (Though I refuse to blindly follow along with a lot of these trends- I will see what is up with something- if I like it that is fine but I always keep my options open- if I don’t like it- I go find something else….) <—– See what I did there? Lamely tied in the prompt!
We have now reached the point in this pointless post about my favorite Netflix titles:
Some of mine include:
The 100
Grace and Frankie
Shadowhunters- The Mortal Instruments Series
Community
Mrs Browns Boys
Scandal
Downton Abbey
The Crown
Making a Murderer
Schitts Creek
The UnBreakable Kimmie Schmidt (which is so awful- it made it even more funny- definitely not for everyone)
Jessica Jones
Full House/Fuller House
I also really love the Jim Gaffigan and Gabriel Iglesias Comedy Specials.
…….and that is just to name a few….. (I would name more- but I am really half asleep and can’t even figure out half the titles I have watched or attempted to watch)
If you have made it through this completely nonsensical post- I thank you. I can assure you that at some point this week- I hope to have something better posted on here.
I end this blog with a couple of questions:
Do you use Netflix? (Or any streaming service?)
What are some of your favorite shows that you would recommend?
Happy Monday!
Post Not-So-Much Inspired by today’s Daily Prompt word: Blindly
Very admiring how you still managed to write something interesting, I’ve been on a no-writing streak which I’m hoping to break sometime soon. 😂
But despite great post, and surprisingly I don’t use Netflix (is that weird?) 😂
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What I’ve been watching:
Criminal Minds
Brooklyn Nine-Nine
13 Reasons Why (very triggering, suicide, self harm, rape. I’m a social work student and am exposed to this stuff regularly and was still a bit jarred after watching)
Jane the Virgin
Black Mirror
Law and Order: SVU
Shadowhunters
Scandal
Riverdale
Bob Ross painting specials (Actually so soothing you don’t even know)
Mindy Project
Bo Burnham’s Comedy Specials (‘what.’ and ‘Make Happy’, so amazing, changed my life)
Have a wonderful day ❤
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I freakin love Community!! One of my all time faves! Hmmm… on Netflix, I would suggest Sons of Anarchy, Bobs Burgers, The Great British Baking Show, and Shameless. These are all very different, but all very good (and you can tell I’m right ’cause I like Community, just like you! 😉 )
Also, I just finished the 2 seasons of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and I surprisingly enjoyed it. It took me a couple episodes, but it was fun, and the theme song is so catchy. My Fella and I turned it into a duet every time it played. 🙂
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If you like foreign TV, Rita is hilarious. Hotel Beau Sejour is fascinating, so far. Magnificent Century is surprisingly good and Doc Martin is hilarious and wonderful, and Mossad 101 is very engaging.
As for American shows, here are some must-watches:
Leverage, How To Get Away With Murder, Damages, Haven, Grey’s Anatomy, Blue Bloods, and Sherlock.
Isn’t Netflix amazing? So much better than cable!
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Great post- funny thoughtful and really informative! I just followed xx
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To much binge watch may make you go blind—ly.
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