So, I had planned to ruthlessly shred the movie tie-in cover for new moon. First of all, I have a love/hate relationship with these books anyway. (I do NOT carry my fan flag proudly for this series. I read the books on my iPhone so no one knew what I was doing, and I only watch the DVDs at home. alone.  Generally, I find them as painful as Edward finds Bella’s blood-stink, but I can’t resist) Second, this is probably the book I like the most (Hello, Team Jacob! I’m talkin’ to you!). Most importantly, I am a fan of WAY geekier things in this world than the Twilight series including books with WAY skeezier (“skeezier” being a technical term, of course) and/or awkward covers than this one.

Sadly, I can’t really mock this cover in good conscience:

Believe me, it pains me I can’t do so, but I think the following explains why:

(Can’t you just hear Rose saying, “I will show YOU the ‘art of destruction’ if you don’t get that thing OUT OF MY…!”)

Who wants to take bets the secret admirer is that pimple-faced kid behind her that’s trying to touch her boob?

…and my personal favorite (with no caption necessary):

Several of you have expressed an interest in watching the Classic City Rollergirls compete when you found out I was in the process of trying out.  (No, I haven’t made the team… yet…)  Anyway, they’re playing their first home bout — dubbed the “Lowcountry Brawl” — this Saturday, June 13th against the High Rollers of Charleston, SC.  It is supposed to be a good match, and it’s always a lot of fun for the whole family.  (Don’t be fooled — this is not the rollerskating equivalent of wrasslin’!  These ladies work their tails off a minimum of 4-6 hours per week; they are hardcore athletes.)  Kristy will be rocking it out as bench manager, and I’ll be furiously recording the blocker stats at uber geek speed!

I can sell you an advance ticket ($8), or you can order them online.  A portion of the proceeds from “Lowcountry Brawl” will help support HandsOn NE Georgia, the CCRG sponsored charity for the 2009 season.

Anyway, here’s the skinny:

Saturday, June 13th
Action begins @ 7 p.m. (doors open @ 6 p.m.)
Adults – $8 in advance / $10 at the door
Children 6 to 10 yrs – $5
Children under 6 – free

After-party @ Kingpins

***Feel free to bring a lawn chair to sit on***

For more info see the CCRG homepage!

I hope to see you all out there!