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Reviews, Series, Steffi Says

Why you should watch Stranger Things

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It has  been quite some time since I have made a TV Series recommendation but  in the past days I have come across two which are worth your time and consideration. Today, I shall talk about the much hyped new Netflix series “Stranger Things“.

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It has been in my to-do or, to-watch list since it was released, but I knew, that since it was just an 8-episode run, I had to watch them in one sitting. This means, it was ideal for an afternoon during the weekend, which is what I did on Saturday afternoon.

With the fact that Netflix have already announced a season 2, this sounded promising; now more than ever.

Before I give you a brief about this astounding, fast paced AND exiting series, here goes the official trailer:

 

Back to the point now, here’s some fun facts to help you get started on this series:

  • Winona Ryder is the main actress in this TV Series
  • The story-line is based in the 80s, so expect that some great music throughout – I was singing along!
  • The story is about a young boy’s disappearance in a very small town
  • The series is spooky, adventurous and very pop-culture in its own way
  • Supernatural vibe,which is THANKFULLY not over done
  • Have I mentioned creepy monsters yet?
  • Don’t worry about the fact that the cast is mostly children and teenagers – they have been very well selected.
  • The season finale gives us some answers yet leaves us in awe of what is coming

Questions:

  • Eleven. What happened to the ten before?
  • Will, will he be okay?
  • Is Chief Hopper legit?

May I just say that the hype on this series was for once very well deserved?

 

Funnies, My articles / researches, Steffi Says

Do you close your eyes when you sneeze?

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Have you ever wondered, why is it so difficult to keep your eyes open when you sneeze?

I for one, cannot for the life of me not close my eyes when I sneeze. Although it doesn’t make a difference, it bothers me that I am not in control of my body…

The reason why the eyes close when one sneeze are not a defense mechanism to keep away any projectile germs from the eyes. When one sneezes, the force itself sends the bacteria away from the face. Science!

To this day, no particular purposes were found to explain this… It’s just a reflex. One can compare they eyes closing to the same reason a leg kicks out when your knee is tapped…. Magic!
In fact, it’s not only the eye lids which react to a sneeze, but some people even experience urine leakages involuntarily.

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Some fun facts…

  • Back in the days they thought that the soul was made of air and was trapped inside the head. When one sneezes, they feared that the soul would escape.
  • In the middle ages, when one sneezes everyone used to be so frightened. This was a time when any ilness, minor or major used to lead to death. It was during this time that people started saying ‘God bless you’ as an attempt to protect the sneezer from death or illness

P.S. No, your eyes will not pop out if you leave them open while you sneeze!. ;p

Crazy Outbursts, Music, revi, Steffi Says

Error 404: Rock in NickelBack not found

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There was a time, when I used to love Nickeback’s music, even if it is not my very favourite genre. The album Dark Horse was the one I listened to the most.

  • You’re so much cooler when you never pull it out
    Cause you look so much cuter with something in your mouth

  • S is for the simple need
    E is for the ecstasy
    X is just to mark the spot
    ‘Cause that’s the one you really want

  • Well she ain’t no Cinderella when she’s getting undressed
    ‘Cause she rocks it like the naughty wicked witch of the west

    Far too pretty to be giving it cheap
    That’s why she’s making six figures working three days a week
    Ya she’d even break a promise in the promised land
    She didn’t make it this far by just shakin’ hands
    She’ll shake her money maker twice as hard as anyone can
    She didn’t make it this far by just shakin’ hands

So, what the hell has happened with their recent record? Pop/Disco song if it even deserves that categorisation…

Have a listen: “She Keeps me Up” aka she makes me wanna snooze till this song is over.

Events Happening, Malta, Steffi Says

Live music marathon in Aid of Hospice

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In the next few minutes a marathon is kicking off in the aid of the Malta Hospice Movement. This is an event happening during the next three days. There are 43 music acts participating in this, mostly rock bands however there’s a mix of pop, some metal, as well as music with Maltese lyrics. Some of the bands are new to the scene and are even performing for the first time in public, but it’s all guaranteed to be fun, especially for such a good cause!

The entrance is a donation of 10 euro for the three days. The marathon is taking place in the limits of Mosta at the ‘Razzett l-Ahmar’. One can buy drinks and make a day out of it!

The venue has both an inside and out door area, but since today is rather cold, the organisers decided to move everything indoors which offers a cosier environment.

Dates and times:
Friday 6th Feb 18.00-2.35am
Saturday 7th Feb 10am-3.35am
Sunday 8th Feb 10- 1.35am
Bands will play on the hour and will have 35 mins playing time, leaving 25 mins for a change over.

This is the poster for the event:
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This is the marathon’s running order in case you are after a few bands in particular:
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The event can be found on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/events/612292532209848/?fref=ts