Ok- so I have thought recently of jumping on the fan fiction bandwagon and writing my own story. I am a writer, not an aspiring writer. A writer. I love to write and stories fill my brain so full I often can't wrap my brain around real-life. My stack of laundry can attest to that.
I have begun writing a story, but am having a hard time bending the characters to my will. Edward and Bella are not my creations and at this time are just not cooperating. I am determined to keep writing and see if my own version of them and my story are a worthy offering to the fans out there.
In the mean time I have begun a new blog, Serious Fiction Addiction. This blog will not just be about Twilight. I am constantly on the lookout for something great to read, be it a book, magazine, fan fiction, cereal box, I need it all. My newest blog will highlight my literary choices and recommendations. I would love your recommendations and opinions as well. Come on over and check me out.
P.S.- I am not abandoning my baby here. I still have a fortunate Twilight Obsession and with less than 200 days to go before Eclipse, I am charging my batteries and getting ready for the gates of Twilight to reopen and for Rob to emerge again. Hopefully looking as delicious as always.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Serious Fiction Addiction
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Sunday, December 27, 2009
It will keep you Wide Awake!!
Many of you may have the same affliction as I do-- A serious addiction to Twilight Fan Fiction. It all started with Wide Awake by angstgoddess003. It is a lovely, emotion filled story that seriously needs to be edited and published. For months Angstgoddess's fans have been anxiously awaiting the epilogue of Wide Awake. It is finally here and all I can say is: WOW!!!
I highly recommend that you read this work of fiction. Just don't ask her to write a sequel.
Wide Awake by angstgoddess003
Come join me on the dark side-- there will be cookies!!!
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Sunday, December 20, 2009
200th post- Can you believe it!!!
I just have nothing. I am living in Twilight void. I started to watch the movie, but was interrupted by 3 crazy hyenas who wanted to go outside and play in the 24 inches of snow we got dumped on us. The books have been retired until at least after New Year's, but I am actually aiming for longer. I want to pick them up read them and get butterflies again. I could go see New Moon again, but RZ gives me so much hell that I need to wait a week or so. I was aiming for 10 times so I have 5 more to go.
I did come across an interesting article about Rob. You know, I can spot his name in the most obscure places. I had to laugh because who told the author about this. The girl- who should be ashamed of herself, the mom- who should slap the crap out of her daughter, The bodyguards- who really should keep their mouths shut, or Rob, himself- who should get a flu shot immediately and the go buy a taser.
“You have the Swine Flu?… What the hell are you doing kissing anyone?” Rob then told his bodyguards, “You guys have got to keep these crazies away from me!”
Find this article at Hollywood Dame
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Monday, December 14, 2009
Sunday, December 13, 2009
A debate with MrsMe
I saw New Moon, again, last night for the 5th time. I freaking love the crap out of that movie! It is almost impossible for me to find a part that I do not like. Sure, Alice's vision is corny and if I was the director I would have done it differently. I also would have had a different actor for the motorcycle guy. That guy is not cute and I would have liked a few tats and maybe a lip ring or two. But if you look at the movie as a whole I am truly blown away.
MrsMe, who has only seen it three times, has some issues with both movies. I highly respect her opinions because she makes points that I consider too valid to ignore. I am able to see beyond said points and not let it affect my love of both movies. I am a simple girl who loves a good romance regardless of the delivery.
I could make a list a mile long with the complaints she has with Twilight, but I will not go there. What I would like to address is the fighting scenes. The first fight, with James, looked great on the screen, but showed Edward getting a bit beat up. The fight is actually not even mentioned in Twilight. Edward mentions pulling James off of Bella and then Emmett and Jasper taking over.
In New Moon, Edward gets his ass kicked by Felix. That, too, is not mentioned in any way in the book.
MrsMe's observation was that Edward can read minds and be a fraction of a second faster in a fight due to that. She feels that he should not have gotten so hurt by Felix. Like Emmett, Felix relies on strength rather than speed. Edward is the fastest of the Cullen's and as such should have had a huge advantage over Felix. While fighting Victoria, Edward continued to engage her as she tried to fall back. In that fight his advantages were obvious. His victory was never in question.
Last night, after leaving the movies, I thought a lot about this. Maybe that is silly, but I wondered if Stephenie Meyer wanted Edward to seem unbeatable. She writes Edward in such a way that leads you to believe that he is the perfect man, strong, fast, smart, and a romantic figure. I decided to go back to my books and do a bit of research, not to prove MrsMe wrong, but to give her a good argument, which I know she appreciates. This is what I came up with;
New Moon: Chapter 18, page 397--
Edward had closed on Jasper now, and the fight was more even than either of the others. Jasper had the century of experience to guide him, and he tried to go on instict alone as much as he could, but his thoughts always gave him away a fraction of a second before he acted. Edward was slightly faster, but the moves Jasper used were unfamiliar to him. They came at each other again and again, neither one able to gain the advantage, instinctive snarls erupting constantly. It was hard to watch, but harder to look away. They moved too fast for me to really understand what they were doing. Now and then the sharp eyes of the wolves would catch my attention. I had the feeling the wolves were getting more out of this that I was-- maybe more than they should.
Eventually, Carlisle cleared his throat.
Jasper laughed and took a step back. Edward straightened up and grinned at him.
"Back to work," Jasper consented. "We'll call it a draw."
So, here is my conclusion:
Edward may be very fast and have the added advantages of telepathy, but the unfamiliarity of his opponents would make the fight more even. I do agree that he should have made a better showing with Felix, but I also think the stress of the moment would have been another disadvantage to him.
MrsMe- Do you have anything to add?
All excerpts from the book belong to Stephenie Meyer- No Copyright infringement intended.
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Wednesday, December 9, 2009
IMAX!!
I really hate Twitter. I think it is just beyond me. I am a facebook kind of girl. Simple easy, nothing that I need a manual to figure out. But... I had been on the lookout for Eclipse info and happened upon this on my Twitter thingie(board, page, updates, whatever you call it?)...
IMAX!! WooHoo! Now I can't really say that I know exactly what that means, but I know it is a big exciting thing! I know that Eclipse is going to look awesome!!! Edward in HD!! Yummo!!
I wonder if I can buy tickets now?
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Tuesday, December 8, 2009
My son's life with a Twilight obsession!!
I have an adorable 2 year old son, Baby AD, who, I think, likes Twilight as much as I do. When I wear my t-shirts, he lovingly pats my chest and says "Edward. Bella.". He can spot pictures of Edward anywhere and he points them out excitedly like a normal 2 year old points out a balloon. He has actually sat next to me and watched the entire Twilight movie without being too annoying more than once. I am kind of afraid that I have brainwashed him.
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Monday, December 7, 2009
My fan fiction recommendation!
In these dark days of the Twilight void I have been forced to turn to fan fiction. Ahhh... I have come across some incredibly talented writers who have me in awe of their talent. There are so many different stories from tattoos to mental illness to sweet reunions. Right now I am in love with a couple of stories, but I am going to recommend Your True Colors by NotWhatYouThink. It is a story of a women in her early forties who loves Twilight. Her obsession leads her to her Edward. There are 9 chapters so far and it is updated often. Check it out here!
These great photo were made for Your True Colors by Betti Gefecht from Betti. Music. Twilight.
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Thursday, December 3, 2009
200 odd days to go...
I guess I am taking a break away from obsessing over Twilight. I need my batteries recharged. I have read the books non-stop for 6 months. I spent the months of October and November meticulously planning for the New Moon premiere. I may have burned myself out. While we are in this void of Twilight Saga news I am going to keep posting. I just hope that you too will recharge your Twilight batteries and be ready to come back full force for Eclipse.
I am in love with New Moon and would kiss Chris Weitz's feet were I to meet him. David Spade-- Please don't let us down!
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Sunday, November 29, 2009
Edward and Bella give it up for New Moon!
As we sat there in the darkened theatre waiting to see our love torn apart by my bad decisions, I look over at Bella, her chocolate brown eyes moist with the sad rememberance of our time apart. Her intoxicating scent tempting me more than ever. I lean over and touch her face. Her skin is so soft. Her lips so full and enticing. I kiss her and tell her I am ready. Here!! Now!! " I want you, Bella."
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Wednesday, November 25, 2009
There is a saying about opinions that I am sure you have all heard-- Opinions are like assholes. Everyone has one and they all stink.
I have been privy to a lot of opinions on New Moon. I am mature enough to not be upset if someone hated it. I have respect for opinions, but I have a hard time with people who haven't read the book and think I am ridiculous for loving both movies.
I agree that Twilight was not as good as it could have been. New Moon was fantastic and way exceeded my expectations. I often wonder if I would have loved them as much without having read the books, but those who judge a whole "culture" on the movies alone irritate me.
I try to live my life by speaking up only when I know what I am talking about. I don't push my opinions on those around me, most of the time. I also choose to support and RESPECT others passions.
This may seem harsh but if you haven't taken the time to read the books- fuck off! Your opinions mean nothing to me and your disdain for our love of Twilight is crap.
Find something you love and quit judging me and my fellow Twilight fans.
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Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Unscripted interview with Taylor, Rob, and Chris Weitz
Love all these little interviews. Not really anything we haven't heard, but I begrudgingly have to admit that Taylor may interview better that Rob.
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Monday, November 23, 2009
sad news
I am devastated. All of my dreams of RZ and I basking in the love of Twilight together have been dashed. *tears rolling down my pitiful face*
He hated the movie!! Whaaaaaaa! In fact he fell asleep. Or maybe he was just messing with me and faking it. He went so far as to say that the first movie was better!! Whaaaaaa! *more tears- and snot*
Why does this bother me so much? I can tell you- If he had loved the movie then maybe he would have laid off of my obsession. That's not going to happen, but I would have liked him to join in. Really was it too much to ask?
Maybe he is just messing with my mind and loves it but is too perverse to admit it. Maybe he loves it.
Maybe I will make him go again.
Maybe I am deluding myself.
You can tell me- Am I delusional?
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Sunday, November 22, 2009
Remember Me Trailer.
You all know how I feel about Rob. :)!!! He makes me smile. This movie comes out in March. I will make it to Eclipse in increments of ROB!!
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Saturday, November 21, 2009
New Moon rocked my world!!!
I started out my night with my 3 sisters-in-law. I will say that I am a lucky girl and that my brothers have great taste in women. I love them all and wouldn't have chosen anyone else with which to experience New Moon. They are awesome!!!!!
We had dinner at Chili's. It was good food and fun. I was probably annoying them because I wanted to be at the theatre and they weren't eating fast enough.
Megrz!! The shirts are so awesome!! Thanks a bunch!!
My previous post ranting about the whole Twilight playing before hand turned out to be the best case scenario for us. The Twilight gods were shining down on me when I decided to stop by the theatre early in the day. We got the scoop that we could enter the theatre at 6:00. This beat our plans to stand outside in line until midnight!! The above picture is of some of us sitting in the empty theatre! Empty!! Did you hear that? We were alone for almost 2 hours. We did cartwheels- ok, B2 did cartwheels. I tried to break my shoulder. We drank Bellinis smuggled in our water bottles. We laughed and disturbingly showed our ages by reciting our stories of giving birth!! MrsMe and I had a short quote-off which she sucked ass at. She couldn't stop giggling and no one else would take me on. We read my stash of Rob porn, I mean, New Moon related literature.
This was before their clothes were taken off!! HOT!! LOL!! The rest will have their own post devoted to their love.
Opinion on the ending- I loved it!!! If only he hadn't said her name. Then I could have spent the next 220 days imagining Edward saying it to me. *big sigh*
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Friday, November 20, 2009
If you are waiting for me to say something fun and let you know about our shenanagins last night...It's coming. I had 1 1/2 hours of sleep last night and was at the theatre at 9:00am for a 2nd viewing. Get Ready!!! It's coming!! Lots of pictures and evidence of our devotion!!
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Thursday, November 19, 2009
Today's the day and I don't need DRAMA
So I have to vent!!! I have been looking forward to the midnight viewing of New Moon for months, as you probably have. Our plans have been set for at least a month. Today, only because I had time to kill, I drove by my theatre to see if there was anyone already in line for the movie. There was not. I went up to the counter to ask if lines would be formed outside. It's raining. I found out that 6 theatres were totally sold out!! Amazing! I also saw that Twilight was playing. I knew about this previously, but had decided against seeing the movie so we could be assured great seats by waiting in line. Out of curiosity I asked the lady, if I had purchased tickets for Twilight could I have stayed in my seat for New Moon. She said only if I had tickets for Theatre 10. Crap!! I have tickets to theatre 10.
You would think this is a good thing, but I did not buy Twilight tickets and now all the people who did are going to get to stay in their seats!!!!!!! I was pissed. I went ahead and bought the tickets for Twilight and have spent the last 2 hours on the phone trying to rearrange all of our plans!!!
The manager of the theatre, where my secret weapon against annoying people, MrsMe, went and bitched him out was basically unsympathetic to our plight of wanting to save seats. He actually thought she was a freak!!! Our buying tickets 2 1/2 months ago didn't help us a bit.
We will be arriving enmasse in our Team Edward shirts!! I just hope we don't get kicked out!!
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Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Proof of my devotion!!
Do you remember me whining about the whole jalapeno, burning, painful hands? Well, I am a big chicken when it comes to pain, but I had to do something. Something crazy and totally unlike me to show my total devotion to Twilight.
My first tattoo!!! Did I chose my children's names or my husband's. Nope! Twilight!!
It's hard to see, but on the bottom right corner is a tiny EC.
I absolutely LOVE it!!! And it did not hurt at all. I can't wait to get another one!!
One more day until New Moon!!
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Check out the answers to some of the most commonly asked Twilight Saga questions from Stephenie Meyer's herself!! Including the Midnight Sun question!!
Stephenie Meyer's official website
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My Burger King Happy meal
I seriously dislike Burger King. I will drive 4 miles further to go to McDonalds or 6 miles to go to Wendy's. My neighborhood Burger King gets no love from me, but today I bought BK. Who could resist the New Moon crap they are doling out.? Not me. I cannot resist the urge to spend my husband's hard earned money on anything Twilight related.
Damnit Rachel- get this stupid shit off of my head!!! It's crazy assholes like you who have scared Rob into becoming a hermit!!!!!
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Sunday, November 15, 2009
excuses, excuses
Sorry, I have posted nothing this week. My head is only filled with the Vanity Fair pictures. I bought the magazine and can barely accomplish my life. Rob, You killed me this time. DEAD. It is a sweet, sweet death though.
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Friday, November 13, 2009
Which Hottie does it for you??
6 days 'til New Moon and I have a new poll!!
Which New Moon hottie has the better abs??
How freakin' hard is this???
(I so stole this from People.com, but I couldn't resist)
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Thursday, November 12, 2009
Burning is no fun
No- I have not been bit by my favorite vampire. I cut a jalapeno pepper with no gloves. My hands are on fire.
Why do I wish it was a vampire bite? I need help people. Seriously!!!
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Tuesday, November 10, 2009
My life is being ruled by three things right now- Real Life: 3 kids, 1 sexy as hell husband, 1 dog, 2 cats, a hermit crab and laundry. Writing: I try to write each day, if only one sentence. and Fan Fiction: Good Lord!! I am dying! So many talented people out there who love to manipulate Edward and Bella.
I have placed a new section in my side bar recommending some of my favorite fan fiction stories. I have read all of them. Enjoyed all of them!! And let me tell you some of them are so risque I blush just thinking about them.
If you have read something you want to share, pass it on! If you have written something you want me to read and recommend, let me know!!
Start with The Office. It is unbelieveable!!!
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Sunday, November 8, 2009
Taylor Swift Twilight parody
I stayed up to watch Saturday Night Live last night because of Taylor Swift. I adore her music and thought she did a great job. I had to post this. It is a Twilight Parody. I almost wet my pants! Taylor Swift stars a Stella a girl who falls for a monster.
Ok- It won't let me post it, but here's the link. Check it out!! So hilarious!!
http://www.hulu.com/collections/323/107501
p.s. If you watch her monologue she mentions Taylor Lautner!!
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Countdown clock died of boredom
I am forever forgetting what day it is. It is really terrible. I am that mom who could very well take her kids to the bus stop on Saturday. I had quite a moment of confusion when I looked over to my side bar and saw my New Moon Countdown calendar said zeros across the board!! My first thought panicky was "had I missed the movie?" I know silly, but I kinda flipped for the minute.
Then I realized the problem... The damn countdown clock is a sick of waiting as I am!!!!!
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Saturday, November 7, 2009
Stephenie Meyer on Oprah!!
The lady that changed my world is going to be on Oprah!! Stephenie Meyer has been doing what she calls "the hermit thing" for the past year with the media and has decided to do it big with a visit to Oprah's esteemed couch.
I will admit that I am more of an "Ellen" type than an "Oprah" type, but I am so interested to see what she has to say.
Do you think she really loves Twilight? If I had written a book and then saw it on the big screen nothing could live up to my expectations. I had way less invested in Twilight and I was disappointed. The dream that started it all was the Meadow scene and I think that was just wreaked. Not to mention the whole Spider Monkey tree thing. I swear they could have used that 10 minutes more wisely that they did. Oh my, let's not start, Rachel!!
I have high hopes for New Moon and I can't wait to hear her opinion.
Check out her letter on her website www.stepheniemeyer.com and tune in to Oprah Friday November 13th.
What scene did you think was the best from Twilight? Which was the worst?
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Thursday, November 5, 2009
Show some grace. For all you youngin' please realize that there are those of us who aren't a spry as we use to be. So pleasey cheesey, show some grace and keep the screaming, screeching and other nonsense down. HOWEVER, for all you older Twilighters (like myself *winks*) show some grace! Don't fool yourself, if you had the energy you'd be going atomic fan girl yourself. Take a flask with you, easy back and relax.
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Sexiest Man Alive!! Check out the poll!!------>
I want to make a little prediction... Robert Pattinson will be People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive.
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Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Look what I got!!!
When I was 11 years old I went snooping in my parents bedroom closet and found, covered up by a blanket, a Barbie Dream House. I was so excited. It was my dream present and I couldn't wait for Christmas morning when "Santa" would bring me my house. Christmas morning came and under our beautiful tree was a Barbie Ferrari. I am still scarred by this. I think I actually cried. My parents told me I shouldn't have snooped. 20 years later I am still bitching about this. Mom and Dad- maybe this is why I was such a rotten teenager?
Today I made some excuse to go into Toys-R-Us. New Moon Store? Let's just say the one rack of New Moon merchandise does not a "store" make. Anyways- I happen to look and what do I see????
EDWARD AND BELLA BARBIES!!!!!!!!
When I saw them I was actually on the phone with my dad. I was so excited I almost wet my pants. Then my dad says " Do you want them for Christmas?"
"Yes, Daddy. Please Please Please Will you buy them? I want them!!! Will you buy them for me?? Please Please Please!!!!!"
Let me tell you, a 32 year old jumping up and down and begging their Dad for a toy in the middle of Toys-R-Us is not pretty.
But guess what-- I walked out of that store the proud owner of Edward and Bella Barbies.
When I thanked him he mentioned that I better be good or he would take them back! I am
totally going to have to do dirty things with them so they can't be returned!!! Muah Ha Ha!!!
Now I just need to find my Ferrari.
By the way- Edward is covered in glitter. I am not kidding. His ass sparkles!!!!!!!!
I love Edward... and my Daddy!
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Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Youtube implication
I caught my husband searching Youtube for- " Naked Robert Pattinson". WTF? The initials do not adequately express my disbelief. What The Fuck!!!!????
Does he have a secret I do not know about? Do we have more in common than I realized? Was he intrigued by this picture:
I was laying next to him totally dumbstruck. I kept peeking at the screen trying to catch a glimpse of naked Rob, but trying to be discreet. My hubby clicked on this:
I leaned over and embarrassed myself by saying-"Oh, I have seen that. It doesn't show anything good."
He gave me a look of surprise and called me a pervert. "I knew you searched for naked pictures of Edward!"
I was caught and had no defense. I sheepishly scooted away not sure what to say. What could I say? I am guilty.
Next Youtube video he watched was this:(my recommendation)
Way to change the subject don't ya think!!!
Posted by Rachel Zubair at 5:25 PM 1 comments
Not about Twilight
This post is not about Twilight. I know I am wasting your time here, but I had to write a liitle post about me. I had such a feeling of pride today. I am usually proud of myself. I am proud when I look at my kids. I am proud of my hard working husband. I am proud of myself when I clean the toilet. But today I walked out of the elementary school feeling lighthearted, my face turned toward the sun and I had this flush of pride because I had voted. Sure it was not a presidential election, it was, maybe more importantly, a govenor's race. And I took time out of my date to make my voice heard in that small press of a button.
Today is an important day. Go make yourself be heard in a quiet powerful way. Never take for granted the choices you have by being an American citizen.
I bet Edward votes!!!!
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Monday, November 2, 2009
Cast TV appearances
Even though I don't have a DVR I thought I would repost this list for those that do. I for one will be forever grateful for Youtube.
I am so excited to see Rob on "Ellen". First of all, she is hilarious, but second has anybody been following Twitarded and their "pantygate" scandal. I have!! Will the crazy panties be shown to Rob? Poor guy, He will be mortified!!!!
November 16:
Kristen Stewart – “The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien”
Taylor Lautner – “The Jay Leno Show”
November 18:
Robert Pattinson – “The Late Show with David Letterman”
Kristen Stewart – “The Today Show” and “Live with Regis and Kelly” and “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon”
November 19:
Robert Pattinson – “The Today Show” and “Live with Regis and Kelly”
Taylor Lautner – “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon”
November 20:
Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, Taylor Lautner – “Jimmy Kimmel Live” (pre-taped)
Robert Pattinson – “Ellen” (pre-taped)
Taylor Lautner – “The Today Show” and “Live with Regis and Kelly”
November 23:
Ashley Greene – “The Late Show with David Letterman”
Michael Sheen – “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson”
November 24:
Ashley Greene – “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon”
November 25:
Peter Facinelli – “Jimmy Kimmel Live”
December 2:
Nikki Reed – “Jimmy Kimmel Live”
December 3:
Ashley Greene – “Jimmy Kimmel Live”
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December 2009: Bruce Weber on Robert Pattinson: Part One Hollywood: vanityfair.com
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Sunday, November 1, 2009
Vanity Fair Photo Shoot
And I give you these pictures--
1- because the cold medicine has clouded my head and there is no creativity to speak of.
2- because gorgeous pictures of Rob make me feel better
and
3- because I love you all!!!!!
check out Robsessedpattinson.com for more and look for Vanity Fair to hit the newsstands soon!!
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