My Top 5 Favorite Christmas Movies

Ah, it's that time of year again. It's time to curl up with cup of hot chocolate, some cookies, and a good Christmas movie. Christmas movies are shown on just about every channel from Thanksgiving to New Year's so it's impossible to not indulge in a few of them. Of course, there are always the favorites which you pull out every year without exception. I also have some favorites and I would like to share them with you. So, without any further ado, here are my Top 5 Favorite Christmas Movies.

5. A Charlie Brown Christmas

Oh come on, you knew that this was going to be on the list somewhere. Although it is the shortest movie on this list, it is still entertaining and fun. It's about Charlie Brown (of course) and how he is finding it hard to get into the Christmas spirit this year. One of the charms of the Peanuts gang is how they are children who talk and act like adults. This predicament of Charlie Brown's is particularly relatable. We've all had that one year where we just couldn't get into the spirit of the holidays. At any rate, this is a timeless movie with timeless charm, music, and heart.

4. A Christmas Story

This is one of those films that I didn't like at first. When I was young, I didn't understand my parents' desire to watch this every year. As I grew older, I began appreciating it more and more. Now I understand it very well. It's about a boy named Ralphie who wants to get a special gift for Christmas. We all remember how we hinted and begged for that one Christmas gift that we really wanted. This movie is simply Christmas nostalgia reminding us of those childhood Christmases filled with fun, drama, and even a disaster or two.

3.  Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

There is something about those old stop-motion specials that I always like. My favorite of all of them is Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. It's the legend of Rudolph as narrated by a snowman. It is a wonderful film with great songs and endearing characters. It's the ultimate misfit adventure including misfit toys, a flying lion, and an abominable snowman. It's a must see for the kid in all of us.

2. Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas

It's no secret the Beauty and the Beast is my favorite animated Disney film. I was thrilled to discover they had made a Christmas movie with the original cast. This story is about Belle bringing Christmas back to the castle after the Beast had forbidden his servants to ever celebrate it again. It features some new characters, great songs, and a great new villain for this story. It has all the original magic and charm of the original movie. I eagerly await watching and singing along with this great film.

1. Scrooge

You've probably noticed by now that I love Christmas movies with music in them. It should come as no surprise then that my favorite Christmas movie of all is a musical. It's Scrooge, the musical adaptation of Charles Dicken's classic Christmas Carol starring Albert Finney. There are many, many versions of 'A Christmas Carol' but this is by far my favorite. It's fun, it's dark, it's happy and sad - it is everything you'd expect a great Christmas movie to be with great music throughout. I highly recommend watching this if you haven't already.

Well, that's it for this week. I just want to wish everyone Happy Holidays in case I don't do a post next week. I may be a bit too busy to get it done and I apologize in advance. Stay warm and safe this December and as always, keep on gaming!!!

Top 5 Totem Pokemon

As I play through Ultra Moon - and I know, I'm so slow - I begin to contemplate what I like and dislike about the new games compared to Sun and Moon. One of the things that sticks out is the Totem Pokémon. Some are new, some are the same, but all have been buffed. It's clear to me that the difficulty level has definitely been increased since the first two games. That being said, there are some Totem Pokémon that I really like despite how hard they were to get past. So, here is my list of my Top 5 Totem Pokémon. Please note that I will consider Totems from all 4 games for this list. Here we go!

5. Totem Wishiwashi

My favorite Totem cutscene has to be the one where Totem Wishiwashi appears. The moment is so cool yet terrifying. That's why I had to put Wishiwashi on the list.

4. Totem Araquanid

If there is one thing that took the last entry's cutscene to a whole new level, it's the Araquanid. A giant spider coming out of the water instead of the big fish you were expecting was a perfect touch. It kept a moment exciting and terrifying even though the trial is basically the same. On top of that, it knows Aurora Beam which not only destroys your flying types but also isn't in its moveset (including TMs). Great job on that one, Game Freak. I totally didn't see it coming!

3. Totem Mimikyu

Yes, the adorable yet unsettling Mimikyu is also on this list. The trial itself is one of my favorites since it includes a rather creepy Pikachu shrine. Who knew getting a photo would prove to be so difficult? Its secondary Fairy typing only adds to the difficulty but that doesn't make it any less enjoyable.

2. Totem Ribombee

When I played Pokémon Moon, I was a little annoyed and relieved when Mina didn't have a trial. That was fixed in Ultra Moon and I was so happy to see that a giant Ribombee was her Totem Pokémon. I used a Cutiefly when I played Pokémon Moon and I fell in love with it and its evolution. This Totem was also a bit difficult but still so cool.

1. Totem Togedemaru

I am not going to lie - I was ecstatic to see this Totem Pokémon appear. Togedemaru is my favorite Alolan Pokémon so seeing a giant one is wonderful. It's cuteness overload!!

Well, that does it for my list. I hope you enjoyed this list and will follow me so you don't miss out on upcoming posts. Do you agree or disagree with this list? Leave me a comment below telling me which Totems you liked or disliked the most. I look forward to reading your comments. Have a great weekend and as always, keep on gaming!!!

Top 5 Legendaries I Want to Hunt in Ultra Moon

Two weeks have passed since I bought Ultra Moon and I  am still not finished with it. I have been busy, it's true, but it still feels like I beat Moon in half the time that it's taken me to play Ultra Moon. That's okay, because I am enjoying every minute of it. However, there are a few things that I still can't wait for - and one of those things is legendary hunting. Why? Have you seen the legendary list for these games? Sure there are exclusives and some Pokémon can only be found if you have the other 2 thirds of their trio in your party, but that still leaves a lot that you can hunt for regardless of which game you own. I can't wait to start hunting for legendaries and see just how difficult the process is - will it be more tedious than the originals or about the same? Either way, it's a shame we can't buy master balls. I mean - seriously, why not?? If every evil team can get their hands on one why not the general public?? Anyway, that aside, it still will be a new take on an old experience which I am excited for. So with that being said, here are my top 5 legendaries that I want to hunt for in Ultra Moon. Please note that these are only Pokémon that you can get in Ultra Moon and I will not be including those Pokémon that require the rest of their trio in your party.


5. Entei


Entei has always been my favorite of Johto's 3 legendary dogs. Sure, Suicune is cool too, but Entei is my favorite. I can't wait to finally have a 3D graphic version of this legend. I just hope it won't take too many ultra balls.


4. Lugia


My favorite Johto legend of all time is... Celebi. Yeah, I know, but it's not one of the legends you can hunt for. However, my favorite cover art legendary can be hunted in Ultra Moon. I always loved Lugia's design can't wait to see it in glorious 3D graphics. If only its shiny was better.. oh well, at least I can catch it.


3. Zekrom


Unova has brought us a lot of cool Pokémon. I know I may be in the minority for thinking that way, but some of my favorite designs came from Unova. Of the 2 cover legendaries, Zekrom is my favorite and I can't wait to see how he looks in Gen 7 graphics. I know I talk about the new graphics a lot in this list but sometimes a Pokémon's design is elevated when shown in the new graphics... and sometimes... it makes a Pokémon design look less appealing... I mean, seriously, what happened to Butterfree? It's my favorite Pokémon but the 3D sprite is - not the best. Anyway, Zekrom is awesome and definitely deserves the number 3 spot on this list.


2. Mewtwo


Mewtwo is my favorite legendary of all time. I sometimes wish he had a better movie (the original not that garbage with Genesect) and was explored a bit more. He had a great back story and is a signature Pokémon of my favorite evil team boss of all time: Giovanni. I am so glad that both will be given an appearance in Ultra Moon. I cannot wait to catch one. However, I must wonder... how come you cannot catch Mew?? Seriously, why are 'mythical' Pokémon only in events?? What if some of us weren't able to acquire the Pokémon during their events?? I think that if Mewtwo gets all this attention, Mew should too.


1. Kyogre


I admit, I never bought a copy of ORAS when it came out. I do not like the way the region of Hoenn is shown in 3D graphics. It looks like a digital pop-up book and is very cartoony. It is such a shame since Gen 3 is my favorite generation. Either way, there were 2 things from the games that I did like when I watched others play them: Wally's Victory Road theme and Kyogre's Primal Form. I cannot wait to finally summon this beast myself and see that glorious Primal Form for myself!! This form is so good it even makes the ugly pink shiny an awesome black. That is a great design! I will definitely be hunting this first and can't wait to get started.


Well, there it is, my top 5 legendaries that I want to hunt. I hope you liked this post and will follow me so you don't miss out on future posts. Leave a comment below telling me which legendary Pokémon you want to hunt in Ultra Sun and Moon. Have a great weekend and as always, keep on gaming!!!