Another Period Drama Tag

Hello all!! I'm alive!! And I'm here with a tag! Elanor from Musings of Jane Austen Wannabe

created this lovely period drama themed tag, and as I've been tagged by Molly, Rachel, Ruth, and Elanor, I figure it's time I go ahead and do it! Thank you to all you lovely ladies for tagging me!! :D

Of course, like any respectable tag should, this tag has rules...

Rule #1: Answer the questions (obviously)

Rule #2: Link back to the person who tagged you

Rule #3: Tag at least one other blogger to do the tag 

Onto the questions!

1.  What was the most recent period drama you watched?  Share what you thought of it.

I've been re-watching this lovely jewel of Period Drama on YouTube. Wives and Daughters is a lovely movie, even though it's a little sad at parts *sniff sniff, Osborn*. Molly is an absolute doll, and Roger is a sweetheart too, even though sometimes I feel the need to throw a microscope at him. I mean, really Roger? Have you no eyes? Everyone knows that Molly loves you, except YOU!! But despite Roger's obvious blindness, it's a wonderful movie. 

2.  Do you generally prefer period dramas in the form of a movie or a TV series/mini-series?  Why?

TV series/ mini series definitely. It gives so much more time for details and plot lines from the book that would be left out in a movie (if the particular period drama you are watching is based on a book). 

3.  What is your favorite musical period drama?

But, there are so many!!! How can I choose just one?! I guess I'll go with The Sound of Music, because it's simply lovely!

4.  Read the book first or watch the movie first?

Well, I'd like to read the book first someday, but I usually end up seeing the movie first somehow.

5.  What is a valuable life lesson you learned from a period drama?

Ahhh the life lessons of a period drama. Well from Anne, I've learned that even though red hair is bad, green is ten times worse, Frank Churchill taught me that going to London to have one's hair cut is imperative business indeed, and Miss Deborah taught me the importance of observing calling hours ("Importance of observing calling hours, Madame") Oh, you want me to be serious? Alright then. Little Dorrit taught me to never give up hope, Pride and Prejudice taught me not to judge appearances, and Little Women taught me the importance of family :)

6.  Which period drama hero would you be likely to fall in love with in real life?

Haha well I think I'm going to shock you all by saying that it would probably not be Mr. Knightley. Even though I really admire him as a hero, I think he would be a little to, I don't know... serious for me? And all my readers collapse in a dead faint!

No, I think the hero that I fall in love with will have to be Jim Craig. I talked a little about him in this post. Jim is the best, and he has much more of the rugged personality type that I like. He's very loyal, hard working, rides a horse like nobody's business, and on top of all that, he's amazingly handsome <3. 

(Gilbert Blyth gets 2nd place though ;))

7.  Do you ever like to binge-watch a period drama series?

Of course!! I believe I've watched Emma in one sitting before, and I'm sure there's been others :)

8.  What things go best with watching a period drama?

Chai tea, a fuzzy blanket, rain, and my mom and sister are all lovely things to have around when I'm watching period dramas :D 

9.  Which period drama do you think you would fit into best?

Oh, that's such a hard one! Probably, either Anne of Green Gables, Road to Avonlea (even though those two are pretty much the same thing), Emma, or Pride and Prejudice. See how good I am at narrowing things down!!

10. If you could have any period drama character for a best friend, who would it be?  And why?

I think Elizabeth Bennet and I would get along quite nicely. We have very similar personality's, and she would be a fun friend. I also think Laurie and I could be capital friends! It's such fun to have someone you can be goofy with!

11. Show us a picture of a period drama costume you wish you could wear in real life.

JUST ONE!?! BUT, BUT THERE ARE SO MANY!!! HOW COULD YOU POSSIBLY EXPECT ME TO CHOOSE!?!

Alright, Emma's ballgown has always been one my favorites and  I would love to wear it!!

12. Are there any period dramas you like to watch during a particular season or holiday?

Well I love watching Little Women in the Winter and at Christmas time, I like to watch Emma in the Spring and Summer, but usually most period dramas I watch year round.

13. Which period drama has your favorite soundtrack?

Oh well I love the Emma soundtrack, Pride and Prejudice (1995), Poldark, Little Women, Man From Snowy River, and Sense and Sensibility (1995). 

14. Dream cast your favorite actor and actress in a period drama of your choosing; tell which parts they would play and why.

Hmm, well I don't have a particular favorite actor or actress, but I would really like to see someone make The Blue Castle into a movie, with Jessica Brown Findlay as Valancy, and JJ Field as Barney Snaith. They both look very much like how I imagine Valancy and Barney, and they are two of my favorites as far as actors and actresses go. The book was sooo good, it really needs a well done movie adaptation.

15. Are there any period dramas you like more than one version of?

Ummm, nope I tend to to stick to only one favorite per period drama :)

16. What are the top three period dramas that you haven't seen on your to-watch list?

Oh I really want to see Victoria, Testament of Youth, and Far From the Maddening Crowd.

17. Show a picture of your favorite period drama hairstyle.

I've always thought Elinor's braided bun was lovely, and I found a perfect picture of it!

18. What was your favorite wedding in a period drama?

Oh my, there's a lot of good ones, but I guess I'll go with Colonel  Brandon and Marrianne's wedding. The lovely music, Marrianne's gorgeous dress, and Edward and Elinor's happiness all makes for a lovely wedding!

19. What is your favorite biographical period drama?

Does the Greatest Showman count? I'm just gonna say it does cause it's close enough and this movie was AMAZING. I have a review of the Greatest Showman in my drafts right now, btw, (although several people already beat me to it ;)) so keep an eye out for that soon!!

20. Which historical novel will you forever recommend to anyone and everyone?

Pride and Prejudice forever!!! Also the Anne of Green Gables series is a must read! <3

Thanks so much for this lovely tag Elanor!! I had such fun doing it! 

I tag...

Olivia
Amaris
Evie
Natalie

I'm not sure if any of you four ladies have been tagged already, but if you have consider yourself double tagged ;) And anyone else who would like to do this tag is welcome to!!

Top 5 Favorite Period Drama Gossips; #3 Mrs. Forrester

I bet you guys had forgotten about this series! I certainly did for a little while! When I finally did remember, I didn't really feel like writing it, but now it's high time I got back to it!! So here's my third installment of the Period Drama Gossips Series!!

Mrs. Forrester. Is she not the sweetest, dearest little thing!! I should like to go to her house and have tea and cookies with her, maybe blanch some lace, visit Bessie Dearest. I love her darling personality and her optimistic outlook on things.

Mrs. Forrester can often be found in the company of Miss Octavia Poll, and the other Cranford ladies. She is a widow, who adores her milk cow Bessie. "That cow is like a daughter to me." She is extremely loyal, and would do anything for her friends. 

Julia McKenzie as Mrs. Forrester, Cranford (2007)

I love the circle of Cranford ladies. Their friendship is so sweet, and Mrs. Forrester is such a sweet addition to their group. She is very much a grandmotherly type of woman, which is something I love about her character. 

I feel so sorry for her when poor Bessie gets stuck in the lye pit. My, but we all get a laugh though when she dresses her poor bald cow in pajamas. ;).

Mrs. Forrester's Best Quotes

"It's all such a sequence of continual delights!"

Miss Pole: "I think I have the complexion for this plaid."

Mrs. Forrester: "People might think you a Scots!"

Miss Pole: "Or stripes?"

Mrs. Forrester: "Stripes! Very diminishing for the robust figure."

"Something has to be said! I am a woman of mild opinion, but I'm sure we do not wish to be dressed as revolutionaries! Mr. Johnson has had very wild ideas since he was made mayor!"

"Mrs. Jaimerson approaches! Tell the men to halt the chair!"

I'm afraid this is a very short post, but alas, I have over-the-vacation homework that needs doing, so I will bid you all farewell! I hope you all had a lovely Christmas!!

IT'S ALMOST CHRISTMAS!!!! + Lately

It's that time of year again guys!!!

Only four days till Christmas!!! 

*Runs around like crazy in front of the Christmas tree belting White Christmas!!!*

Actually I am half super stressed, half super excited. Stressed cause after finals were over, Christmas just snuck up on me and so I'm still last minute scrambling to get presents for everyone, excited cause ONLY FOUR DAYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Anyone else feel the same way?

So I thought I'd give ya'll a little Christmassy themed update post! It's so nice to have time to write again, I've missed blogging consistently! *pauses to think if I ever really did that in the first place or if I've always been an inconsistent blogger*

LATELY I'VE BEEN...

// Reading //

Well, I am slowly working through the Fellowship of the Ring for the VERY. FIRST. TIME!! Yep you read correctly. The classically uncultured Miss Woodhouse is reading the Lord of the Rings for the first time ever.  

IT'S SO GOOD!!!!!!!

I'm loving it!!! You will be hearing more about this soon as I make my way through the books, have no doubt ;)

I'm also reading through the book of Romans. If you haven't read it, then DO SO. Just WOW.

// Listening To //

Christmas music of course!! Bing Crosby is playing as I write this (Love his voice sooooo much <3)

I've also listened to a lot of instrumental Christmas Music this year. Ever since my Christmas violin recital I've been singing The Seven Rejoices of Mary and I Wonder as I Wander non-stop.

Photo Credit: Me

  

Plus,  a few non- Christmas songs, mainly being story playlists. Also I just discovered Celtic Woman, and I LOVE their music!! I'm a sucker for anything that sounds remotely Irish or Celtic, so they're right up my alley!

// Watching //

WHITE CHRISTMAS!!!

THIS GOTTA BE THE ULTIMATE BEST CHRISTMAS MOVIE EVER. We watch it every year, know every single song, and speak fluently in WC quotes. My sister and I are also a lot like Betty and Judy (at least we like to think we are) and we love to perform the Sisters Song :) We have long discussions over who's wardrobe is better and we just can't decide! 

Miracle on 34th Street

This movie. It's just so sweet and innocent, and so 1940s!! 

 Also Mrs. Shelhammer is hilarious!! We quote her so often XD ;)

The Lord of the Rings Trilogy

I know what you're gonna say. I was naughty for watching the movies before finishing the books, but I couldn't help myself!!

And Wow. Guys my little heart almost couldn't take all of the emotions. I am not a cryer when it comes to movies. I have been called heartless on more than one occasion. But these movies... I just... I mean I just... I pretty much cried my way through The Return of the King. ALL THE FEEEEEELS.

Nevertheless, the movies were a.ma.zing. 

I'm gonna try and write a review soon! (Ignores how many times I've promised a review with no results ;))

I'm also a sucker for Pippin and Merry. Love those two <3 <3

Little Women

We watch this movie pretty much year round, but it really has Christmassy feel to it, making it especially fun to watch this time of year.

This movie makes me feel so cozy and nostalgic. I love it to pieces :)

// Writing //

I've started a new story that I'm super excited about!!! I've been working pretty consistently on it, but I'm a slow writer. I'm hoping for this to be the first story I've ever finished. Yes, I have never ever finished one of my books. I'm up to 6,434 words, which isn't very many, but here's hoping. 

It's a fantasy novel set in the 1940s, about a girl who is magically swept away to Neverland. I have plans for what happens, but I don't have a definite middle yet, which is a problem. I have beginning and an end, but the middle is slow in coming. *exasperated sigh*

I've been thinking about possibly sharing a few excerpts! What say you?

// Loving //

Christmas Break has been soooooo nice!!! I don't think I've ever enjoyed doing nothing more! These days you can usually find me snuggled up in a blanket in front of the Christmas tree with a mug of either chai tea or hot cocoa, either writing, drawing, or reading.

Wrapping Presents! Depends on what mood I'm in, but I usually really enjoy wrapping presents, square boxes preferably ;)

Making cookies!! At least, I'm looking forward to making cookies, which is probably what tomorrow will be spent doing. Also eating cookies is great. I may like eating cookies best...

If only it would snow!!! We have white Christmas occasionally, but it doesn't look like we will be having one this year :( Oh well.

via Pinterest

But mostly, hopefully without sounding to cliche, I love the reason for the season. This verse really struck a chord with me this morning when I was reading.

For just as through the disobedience of the one man the many were made sinners, so also through the obedience of the one man the many will be made righteous. ~ Romans 5: 18

Ladies, God is so good. And Christmas is such a reminder of that. 

So, that's what I'm up to! Hope you have all been having a wonderful Christmas vacation!! Tell me what you have been up to! What are some of your favorite Christmas movies and songs? 

I'm glad to be posting again, and hope you all have a Merry Christmas!!

I'M SO HAPPY

GUESS WHAT GUYS!!!

I DID IT! THE SEMESTER IS OVER!! I'M DONE WITH ALL MY CLASSES AND NOW IT IS TIME FOR CHRISTMAS!!!!!! HURRAY HURRAY FOR ME!!!

*Bows* Thank you, thank you...

Ahem. But really, this has been such a hard semester for me. I took a lot of hard classes, more than I should have taken, and I'm really, really, happy to be done with them. 

So I thought I'd just pop in to let you know that I will posting much more regularly. I don't actually feel much like writing right now, that's why this post is so short ;) 

I also updated my blog look. It's wintery looking now, but I'm not sure I'm happy with it, cause it's not exactly Christmassy. I may try for something more Christmassy, we'll have to see. 

So that's all! Tood-a-loo for now!

And yes, I stole this gif from Natalie. I couldn't help myself ;)

In All Things Give Thanks

In all things give thanks: 

For this is the will of God, in Christ Jesus concerning you

1 Thessalonians 5:18

I am thankful for my amazing family

I am thankful for those conversations with my sister that continue late into the night

I am thankful for creative moments when exactly the right words come to mind

I am thankful for plaid flannel shirts

I am thankful for that group of crazy boys in my class whom I would never have expected to become friends with 

I am thankful for notebooks full of scribbled nothings

I am thankful for music notes as they march across the page

I am thankful for that random person who somehow brightens your day without realizing it

I am thankful for the chance to learn, but I'm also thankful for Thanksgiving break ;)

I am thankful for the girl with glasses who encouraged me to keep writing

I am thankful for those moments when God answers my prayers in the most unexpected ways

I am thankful for those texts from old friends 

I am thankful for the people that hug you back even tighter

But most of all, I am thankful for my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, who has blessed me in more ways than I could ever count

Happy Thanksgiving all!

~ Fall Things ~

// Crunchy leaves// Smoke in the air// Rainy days by the fire with a book and a cup of tea// Pumpkin Cookies// Fuzzy blankets// Rain on the roof// Cold starry nights// Fluffy Jackets// Dragging your feet through the leaves// Pumpkin Pie// Sweaters with sleeves you can pull down over your hands// Chai Tea Latte's//

// Watching Little Women on a cold day// Picking apples// Apple cake// Apple scones// Apple sauce// All things apple// Nature walks// Good books// Thanksgiving// When the wind blows tons of colorful leaves through the air// Days that are cold, but not to cold// Stomping around in Wellington's// Listening to Colonial and Celtic music// 

// Those little moments when you suddenly feel very thankful for school because it brought you those amazing people that you never expected to become friends with// My birthday!// Building the first fire of the year in the hearth// Scarves// Puddles// The loveliness of the word November//

Yours Truly,

Miss Woodhouse