Two pints of lager and a packet of....tissues

Sooooo...Series 9, eh ? And it's already over ! 6 episodes only...that's not much...but theese were actually really good !..so screw the quantity, let's go for quality...First, I should probably thank the people who (illegally) put most of the episodes on YouTube...whoever you are...even if you got cought by the police...I love you.
I'll be honest, at first, like a hardcore Sherifan, I thought...erm, excuse me ? where is Janet ?...or, "but let's make a Gaz and Donna....spin off...or something"....I couldn't see Runcorn survive without the little blonde chav in her addidas tracksuits...and also without the squeaky little t*** *** called Louise. It just seemed impossible.

But then I realised....(or I grew up a bit maybe)...that I should give the new series a chance. I realised that I got really attached to Gaz and Donna during the past series, and I really wanted to know what was gonna happen next....yes, I tend to ask myself essential questions. And I thought to myself...so far all the actors in the different series have always been good...so why wouldn't the new ones be amazing too ?

Problem was : I. am. stuck. in. France....yeah, same problem over and over again...the good things generally happen across the channel for me (I do love my french friends/family...not wanting to sound like a bitch, but they know what I mean). I really wanted to be at a recording of one of the episodes...couldn't happen, OBVOUSLY...because uni sucks at timing...So I decided to wait until the episodes are broadcasted. And, between theese two thoughts...I had the chance to meet someone very special...the kind of person you don't find on the corner of any french street...the kind who person who takes over the role of Paulette in Legally Blonde The Musical. Basically...I met Natalie Casey (Donna Wilkinson). She is quite the incredible type...absolutly hilarious...genuine and adorable...and frankly one of the most talented actresses i've ever met (And i've met Audrey Tautou.....sorry, bad joke !). And she hits that note at the end of Ireland that makes me love her even more.

Back to the topic, two pints series 9. I really enjoyed the whole new series. it was really good to see Gaz & Donna again on our screens....Is there any girl (or boy, eventually) who never had a crush on Gaz ? I mean seriously....We all have to agree he is a bit of a...knob...but, a fit one ! And Will Mellor's perfect comic timing makes you cry with laughter...he is brilliant ! Natalie, for a change, is totally amazing ! I won't spoil...but get ready to bawl your eyes out....wether it's because you're laughing too much...or because...well, you'll see !
Luke Gell, (Timothy Claypole) is totally brilliant. And I really like what's happening to him in this series. The two newcomers, Cassie and Billy (Georgia Henshaw & Freddie Hogan) are fantastic...I must admit that the writers managed to create to very different new characters that fit perfectly in the story...and the choice of the cast is absolutly perfect...to sum it up...I can't to know it there's a new series coming up. Because, I will be watching it for sure !

Random fact : at one point, when Donna is "somewhere", talking to "someone " (see ? i'm no spoiler), behind that "someone", it's written "FIND MY WAY"....Janet will always been there in spirit ;)

La Question du Jour : Did you see the last series ? what did you think of it ?

Free Hugs

As part of my internship I have been asked to organise a Free Hugs event ! Which is totally amazing, given my everlasting love for hugs. Here in France, we hardly ever hug...it's true, even between close friends, we're no huggers ! Except some of my friends, who are pretty much like teddy bears....some others just hate it (they know who they are ;P). I found my love for "hugging" in London last year, why ? don't ask, you probably already know ;) I love hugging more than....life ! Hugging IS my life, I even have a personnal Serial Hugger (wonder who that would be ?) so I suppose I was the best person to organise this event. 

SOOOO, I need some people to participate to it, obviously. If you are in Lyon on July 2nd, if you know someone (a kind and trustworthy hugger), who lives in the area and would join in, please let me know ASAP ! It would be quite nice to have a lot of people here...the more, the merrier ;) Don't hesitate to leave a comment, or facebook, tweet, text, or send a carrier pigeon ! Merci !

oh ! and for those who don't know what a good hug is....here is the exemple of the most perfect hug in the world ! PS : you may recognize someone ;)

Dance like it's the last night of the world

So, apparently two days ago..."the end of the world" was supposed to happen !..."pretty impressive, good to know !" as some would sing. No, don't worry about me...I didn't believe any of this. However the twitter worries and jokes were quite entertaining....the "supposed" rapture got me a tweet from Tracie Thoms...which made me questioned if I was already in heaven ?! Jesus was supposed to be back...erm...what ? Did Jesus Christ Superstar re-open, and nobody told me ? This event made me think of something...what if the world was actually ending tomorrow ? (I know you like when i'm asking rethorical questions...I feel like Plato...a bit !)  Would we know about it ? Surely nobody would tell us if the it was close...the whole economy would stop, nobody would go to work...complete anarchy, no thanks. What would happen ? Eathquakes ? Volcanos ? Shows closing on the West End ?  Megan Fox taking over as Elle Woods ?...ooo, that would be harsh ! And here is the question that is stuck in my mind..."what would I do on my last day on earth ?" then I thoughts of the different "plans" that I would make....I'd definietly try to gather as many of my friends as possible...but then they would be with their family as well...so basically...there would be an enormous reunion...and it would have to happen in London...as I can't see myself sending the last hour of my fascinating existence in Lyon...but then i'd have to convince everyone...and we'd have to go walking, as there would be no planes....I'd go get one last sherihug...probably stay there until the end....a bit like in "Little Fall of Rain"...Eponine style...(writes it down, in the to do list)...yeah, but not sure the hugger would approve of it....I'd go bungee jumping ?...oh, that's a nice once !....I'd try to get a kiss from Guillaume Canet I suppose...(no explicit content on this blog...read between the linesà)...but he would be too busy taking care of his new little baby...I'd try to see one last musical...not possible as everyone would be doing something else....I don't have many options...it looks like we all be sitting there waiting ! That would be scary.

I don't think I want to know if the world will end one day...it surely will....at one point...what about 2012 ? yes, you're right it's just a shitty film....well, to sum it up I think if the world was ending, I would like to jump in that picture (like in Mary Poppins)....I'd be sat there, with my friends, my mum, not knowing that any of this is gonna happen, just enjoying the moment, dressed like a complete freak, slightly drunk, eating some nuggets, on the corner of Shaftsbury avenue, opposite the Queens theatre....HEAVEN !

And you guys.......If the world ended tomorrow, what would you do today?

"Marcel, t'es mon champion, je te veux à moi pour la vie..."

Fate ! who would have thought that the second article on my blog would be about Marion Cotillard ?...the last blog I had was all about her...damn it...i'm back to what I was before ? Pretty much. At least for a day. I believe you've all read the BIG NEWS : Marion gave birth to a little boy called....MARCEL. If you've seen La Vie en Rose (and if it's your favourite film....join the club), does that ring any bell ?...it does, doesn't it ? Reminds you of the famous "Marcel Cerdan"...Edith Piaf's everlasting love ! I'm not sure about this name...why calling you son Marcel, when you know that people will ALWAYS make the link with one of the films you played in...I mean...it's not like she's won an Academy award for best actress in that film....or is it ? No seriously, i really don't see the point...Moreover, Marcel is not really trendy in France...If i was called Marcel, i'd have the perpetual feeling that my parents sentenced me to school death...not very nice. But anyway, who am I to judge ?

I'm really glad for Marion and Guillaume though...they are my two favourite french actor/actress. Guillaume Canet = MY EVERLASTING LOVE
I had the chance to meet Guillaume a while ago at a première. He is lovely ! And he is probably the hottest man on the planet. i've always had the biggest crush on him (you may already know that). I told him something about a new film i knew he was shooting with  Marion at that time, and he answered, "aw thanks i'm so touched"....you know me, i wanted to ask "WHERE EXACTLY ?"...Didn't get a hug though ! those french actors can be very disappointing ! But he is very very funny and quite the clever type. I've loved him since "Love me if you dare" (jeux d'enfants, for the french), and seen all his films ever since ! And his last film, as a director "the white lies" is probably one of the most realistic film I've seen in ages, absolutly fabulous ! Bascially, he is everything a man should be...and let's be honest, he married the best actress in the business.

I've been a fan of Marion for....oooh...how long now ? maybe 5 or 6 years ? she has always been my favourite french actress (and cinema actress...glabally speaking). She is by far the most talented of France and Hollywood. La Vie en Rose is my favourite film (being a fan of Edith Piaf and Marion...perfect combination). I've hardly ever seen an acting performence so moving and realistic.  She's always been an inspiration to me.(and I apologize to those who had to bear the Marion Crazyness during the Oscars)...yes i was up at 4,12 in the morning...french historical moment...when she won the academy award for best actress...I screamed and cried...(same berryperformance during the Oliviers this year ? yes indeed). Never got a Marionhug...or tweet...or whatever ! this needs to change ! (and it is not likely to)

Anyway, congratulations to both of France's finnest actors. Longue vie au petit Marcel !

I'm not sure where this methaphor's going ?!

A Blog ! There it is !
Should I start with a "Hello " or "Welcome" or "What the hell are you doing here ?"
Anyway...
So, i'm not entirely sure why i'm starting this blog, to be honest. Maybe because only the cool ones have blog, and I feel like I wanna be one of them ?! Probably right...or maybe because I have something to say ?...Well, I already say too many things on twitter anyway....Maybe because I wanna be able to read it when i'm 90 and say..."oh, did I actually think that ?"... I have no clue. but it's trendy...and if anyone is interested in reading this, then why not ?!
Now the question is..."why are you writing in english ? you're french FFS !"...well, that is precisely right ! I am french, but i've met amazing people in several countries (mainly in UK and Spain)...who live in different areas (Hola, Hello, Ni Hao...and all that jazz)...and I want them to be able to read...my life ! (how Michelle Booth does that sound, eh ?)...nah, i wanna share things with all of you...whoever you are ! If you are reading this :
1) you must be a very good friend
2) you probably have something better to do

Oh and, I think I need to apologize in advance for this :
- Mistakes : as english is not my mother tongue, please be kind.
- Musical Theatre : yes, I talk far too much about this topic
- Articles in french : complicated topics need to be discussed in french...(or when I can't be arsed)
- Sherifandom : you'll find out sooner or later...but what can I say...it's not my fault, she's such an inspiration !
- Boredom : I can't promise you that this blog will be interesting. I have no idea if i'm even gonna update it...*creating suspense*
- Craziness : I. am. mad. but as a legend I know would say "in a nice way" !

So that's, it for now.....YaaaY, my first article....*feels proud*



pic : the first thing i got when i arrived in London...the day when my life actually started