Kara Tointon & Artem Chigvintsev Appreciation Thread (Part 24)

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tracynoe

03-10-2013

Originally Posted by 7seren7:
“WELL DONE to my two star pupils for spotting my deliberate mistake of the day!! Anton & Fiona DID dance the Tango. Go to the top o the class! Love to you both!xxx”

Love right back at ya!

Deborah did look good! I hope she does well Saturday, I like her.

Noone

04-10-2013

Just getting over a stinking cold and catching up with ITT.

I don't see the Artem awkwardness - I was much more perturbed about him last year with Fern *shudder*. Actually, I'm thinking that Artem might always be 'on' on TV and not ever really himself (guarded). But I don't know him, have never met him and so this is only guessing. I wonder is he just more generally at home with the whole format of Strictly and just more accepting about the whole rig and marole and just going with the flow.

Am I feeling Natem? Not really but then I'm not really expecting too either. I haven't really 'felt' any of the Artem combos since Kara and so nothing is new here for me.

I like Nat well enough and I'm looking forward to seeing what they come up with

At this point I like a lot of the couples - this is unusual for me, I think - and I'm really interested to see how each partnership progresses. Least favourites are Julian McDonald, Patrick Robinson and Susanna Reid (last two only marginally uneasy about). So far so good for me.

BTW, does everything think that ITT is a bit calmer and better this year?

crazy4kartem

04-10-2013

Originally Posted by Noone:
“Just getting over a stinking cold and catching up with ITT.

I don't see the Artem awkwardness - I was much more perturbed about him last year with Fern *shudder*. Actually, I'm thinking that Artem might always be 'on' on TV and not ever really himself (guarded). But I don't know him, have never met him and so this is only guessing. I wonder is he just more generally at home with the whole format of Strictly and just more accepting about the whole rig and marole and just going with the flow.

Am I feeling Natem? Not really but then I'm not really expecting too either. I haven't really 'felt' any of the Artem combos since Kara and so nothing is new here for me. I like Nat well enough and I'm looking forward to seeing what they come up with

At this point I like a lot of the couples - this is unusual for me, I think - and I'm really interested to see how each partnership progresses. Least favourites are Julian McDonald, Patrick Robinson and Susanna Reid (last two only marginally uneasy about). So far so good for me.

BTW, does everything think that ITT is a bit calmer and better this year?”

I've enjoyed ITT so far. No OTT features with people like Julian gushing about crystals. I like the costume lady who was on today. Also, no sign of Lisa Riley so far

. Perhaps they are saving her for Friday!

Mayadewi

04-10-2013

Mention of Kara in this article About Vettriano
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/arti...Vettriano.html

7seren7

04-10-2013

Originally Posted by Eselle:
“Suzie Q Agree with what you say 'not feeling the loooove'

Denburn Quine Smugness I'm afraid does not endear itself to me. Although Natalie says she has never done ballroom she is a very proficient dancer through and through, maybe will feel differently as the series goes on and others improve.

wliag43 As always lovely to see a picture of Kara.

[B]7seren7 Great verse as usual.

Returned from holiday last week and have had a fluey cold since the weekend and been feeling lousy[/b]. Through my fuddled head have tried to keep up with all that has been happening, Will see the show on Saturday then away for another eight days, but hopefully will catch all.”

Originally Posted by OrkneySarah:
“Really been looking forward to this Fridgey. Thanks.

Good point. I think I agree on reflection.

*twiddles fingers Only a bit?!!

Hello lovely, it sure is

I quite like her already as she's honest.

BIB It was me who posted them back I believe. Ages ago!!! Hope so Crazy - they were inspired and made us chuckle.

Me four in loving the HW Seren

I text you and here you are!!!! Sorry to hear you're poorly but welcome home x”

Thank you both. Hope you will be well enough to jet away to warmer climes Eselle. XX

Originally Posted by Noone:
“Just getting over a stinking cold and catching up with ITT.

I don't see the Artem awkwardness - I was much more perturbed about him last year with Fern *shudder*. Actually, I'm thinking that Artem might always be 'on' on TV and not ever really himself (guarded). But I don't know him, have never met him and so this is only guessing. I wonder is he just more generally at home with the whole format of Strictly and just more accepting about the whole rig and marole and just going with the flow.

Am I feeling Natem? Not really but then I'm not really expecting too either. I haven't really felt any of the Artem combos since Kara and so nothing is new here for me.: D I like Nat well enough and I'm looking forward to seeing what they come up with

At this point I like a lot of the couples - this is unusual for me, I think - and I'm really interested to see how each partnership progresses. Least favourites are Julian McDonald, Patrick Robinson and Susanna Reid (last two only marginally uneasy about). So far so good for me.

BTW, does everything think that ITT is a bit calmer and better this year?”

SO agree Noonie. Perhaps one day there may be another couple that will entrance us in the same way???? Hope you'll be feeling better soon too --you & Eselle are a pair well met!!

Tomorrow I have a flu jab & one for shingles, then we spend the day in the Wye Valley with the munchkins so will miss Strictly live, as it's dead on bathtime! No doubt I'll catch up on Sky+ before going to bed though. Hope it's a great show.

Eselle

04-10-2013

Originally Posted by Mayadewi:
“Mention of Kara in this article About Vettriano
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/arti...Vettriano.html”

Going to see the exhibition after my holiday, it's on until February.

Wrenny-24

04-10-2013

Fiona's diary in the Telegraph Part 2. I've not read it yet but the last one was quite a good read.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/t...-part-two.html

denburn quine

04-10-2013

Originally Posted by Eselle:
“Going to see the exhibition after my holiday, it's on until February.”

Morning .i browse the threads after I read our local paper . Saw the link to the jack Vetriano exhibition . Brought a smile to my face to read that Kara's dad went with her

. That confirms all I feel about her . Well done Ken

I think we do all sing from the same hymn sheet on this thread . .and like good friends we share our slightly different take on things knowing that at the end of the day we have Artem and Kara's best interests at heart He has in his own words got the jackpot regarding his partner.sure all their dances will be amazing .I've a sneaky feeling Brendan has got a surprise jackpot too

interesting times ahead .

fridgesoup

04-10-2013

Originally Posted by Wrenny-24:
“Fiona's diary in the Telegraph Part 2. I've not read it yet but the last one was quite a good read.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/t...-part-two.html”

Thanks Wren

Noone - sorry about your cold. I think ITT is calmer, but she has so much to get through at the start, it may just be 'head down and crack on with it'. Also, in the main show, they've dialled down the comedy VTs and just had some of the couples acting up a bit (like the thing with Natalie being the slave driver). I'd still rather just see training footage, but it's a step in the right direction and a lot less naff.

Wrenny-24

04-10-2013

Originally Posted by Noone:
“Just getting over a stinking cold and catching up with ITT.

I don't see the Artem awkwardness - I was much more perturbed about him last year with Fern *shudder*. Actually, I'm thinking that Artem might always be 'on' on TV and not ever really himself (guarded). But I don't know him, have never met him and so this is only guessing. I wonder is he just more generally at home with the whole format of Strictly and just more accepting about the whole rig and marole and just going with the flow.

Am I feeling Natem? Not really but then I'm not really expecting too either. I haven't really 'felt' any of the Artem combos since Kara and so nothing is new here for me. I like Nat well enough and I'm looking forward to seeing what they come up with

At this point I like a lot of the couples - this is unusual for me, I think - and I'm really interested to see how each partnership progresses. Least favourites are Julian McDonald, Patrick Robinson and Susanna Reid (last two only marginally uneasy about). So far so good for me.

BTW, does everything think that ITT is a bit calmer and better this year?”

Sorry to hear about your cold Nooney. Yes, so far am enjoying the more focused ITT. Hopefully it will continue in this way. No sign of Lisa yet.............

Originally Posted by crazy4kartem:
“I've enjoyed ITT so far. No OTT features with people like Julian gushing about crystals. I like the costume lady who was on today. Also, no sign of Lisa Riley so far . Perhaps they are saving her for Friday!”

Agree Crazy

Wrenny-24

04-10-2013

Originally Posted by denburn quine:
“Morning .i browse the threads after I read our local paper . Saw the link to the jack Vetriano exhibition . Brought a smile to my face to read that Kara's dad went with her . That confirms all I feel about her . Well done Ken
I think we do all sing from the same hymn sheet on this thread . .and like good friends we share our slightly different take on things knowing that at the end of the day we have Artem and Kara's best interests at heart He has in his own words got the jackpot regarding his partner.sure all their dances will be amazing .I've a sneaky feeling Brendan has got a surprise jackpot too interesting times ahead .”

Morning DQ

Wrenny-24

04-10-2013

Apparently Bruce has Flu and wont be doing Strictly tomorrow. I don't know who they might have instead at the moment.

Edit: Looks like he'll be replaced with Claudia.

fridgesoup

04-10-2013

Originally Posted by Wrenny-24:
“Apparently Bruce has Flu and wont be doing Strictly tomorrow. I don't know who they might have instead at the moment.”

Hopefully Claud can step in. Feel this is definitely going to be Bruce's last year (on the show!). Hope he gets well, but I wouldn't mind one bit if he felt he needed to rest up for quite sometime.

Noone

04-10-2013

BTW, thanks for all the links, pix etc.

Originally Posted by fridgesoup:
“Thanks Wren

Noone - sorry about your cold. I think ITT is calmer, but she has so much to get through at the start, it may just be 'head down and crack on with it'. Also, in the main show, they've dialled down the comedy VTs and just had some of the couples acting up a bit (like the thing with Natalie being the slave driver). I'd still rather just see training footage, but it's a step in the right direction and a lot less naff.”

Yep, I definitely feel a shift to calmer and being more about the dancing.

Originally Posted by Wrenny-24:
“Sorry to hear about your cold Nooney. Yes, so far am enjoying the more focused ITT. Hopefully it will continue in this way. No sign of Lisa yet.............”

*shudder* Let's hope she has a frantic segment...and no more.

Originally Posted by Wrenny-24:
“Apparently Bruce has Flu and wont be doing Strictly tomorrow. I don't know who they might have instead at the moment.

Edit: Looks like he'll be replaced with Claudia.”

I knew this virus would have some upside.

<-Noone being very mean

Wrenny-24

04-10-2013

Originally Posted by Noone:
“BTW, thanks for all the links, pix etc.

Yep, I definitely feel a shift to calmer and being more about the dancing.

*shudder* Let's hope she has a frantic segment...and no more.

I knew this virus would have some upside. <-Noone being very mean”

Naughty Nooney!

I don't wish him any ill, but they'll probably get through ALL THOSE DANCES on Saturday much quicker with Tess and Claudia at the helm.

SuzieQ12

04-10-2013

Looking forward to tomorrow's show. Maybe they should just leave Claudia to it every week?

Seren, finally got around to reading your poetry. Great job! Strictly wouldn't be the same now without your contributions

Originally Posted by Eselle:
“Returned from holiday last week and have had a fluey cold since the weekend and been feeling lousy. Through my fuddled head have tried to keep up with all that has been happening, Will see the show on Saturday then away for another eight days, but hopefully will catch all.”

It really sucks when you have a head cold. Hope you're feeling better soon, Eselle

Originally Posted by Noone:
“Just getting over a stinking cold and catching up with ITT.”

You too, Noone

wliag43

04-10-2013

Kara and Last Passenger

http://www.dailystar.co.uk/showbiz/3...gh-speed-train

scout2006

04-10-2013

Natalie's latest Yahoo Diary

anam cara

05-10-2013

Originally Posted by 7seren7:
“Miss Wrenny & Miss Soupy I'm handing in my homework. Hope it's not too late!

Strictly Series 11

I’ve been waiting in anticipation,
For Strictly to begin again.
Series 11, can you believe,
As I pick up my trusty pen?

The hype this year has been eventful,
The launch show all of a-glitter!
A decent bunch of celebrities,
Their heartbeats all of a-flutter!

Partnerships were formed that night,
But not only new celebs,
Five new pros had joined the team,
I’m sure there will be no plebs!

With 3 weeks of rehearsals ahead of them
The couples had had a great night,
Some of them happy, some of them not,
Some had had a bit of a fright!

The first show was on Friday night,
Tess in a bright yellow dress,
Brucie fluffing his lines as usual
Every line a bit of a mess!

First up were Ola and Ashley,
Both a vision in pink!
Quite a competent Cha Cha,
In the show quite a while, I think.

A change of mood with Tony & Aliona,
A waltz was their first dance,
A lovely man who tried so hard,
But mistakes we saw at a glance.

Mark & Iveta’s dance was a Tango
A surprise to me, I must say,
This couple quite charmed me,
I hope they’ll go a long way!

An energetic jive from Suzanna,
And Kevin, a Strictly new boy,
Lots of very fast movements,
To watch was absolute joy.

Brendan & Sophie’s waltz came next,
An elegant but careful dance.
( Not keen on the short ballroom gown,
The flash of knicker did not enhance.)

Our man Artem’s Cha Cha was next,
Natalie his partner in crime.
I laughed out loud at his outfit,
It would look good in a pantomime!!

But as usual Artem’s choreography
Was intricate, stylish & bright.
Natalie danced with precision & flair,
By far the best dance of the night!

On Saturday the rest of them danced,
What on earth lay ahead that night?
Another disastrous dress from Tess,
I wish she’d get these things right!

Ben & Kristina danced first, all in red,
Kristina did her usual thing,
She Cha Cha’d around her partner
While he stood there in his bling!

Fiona & Anton’s waltz was pleasant,
Nice to see Anton with a chance.
Once her nerves have settled,
I think Fiona will show she can dance.

As soon as Karen & Dave took the floor,
The laughter began from the crowd
I’ve never seen anything quite like it,
Watching my TV I laughed out loud!

Their Cha Cha was a revelation,
As Dave threw himself around.
Karen seemed helpless with laughter,
Another favourite I seem to have found!

An elegant waltz followed this mayhem,
Danced by Rachel the numbers girl.
Demure & beautiful; gracefully danced,
As Pasha made her spin & twirl.

Next came the madness called Julien,
Him of the ridiculous bling .
Janette& he danced down a catwalk,
Of crystals he is the king!.

The dragon we know as Deborah,
The Tango with Robin she danced.
A very creditable performance,
For a Tango she had a good stance.

Our Casualty actor called Patrick,
With Anya, danced a great Jive,
Rhythm & stamina all very good,
They made the place come alive!

Vanessa & James in fluorescent pink,
Cha Cha’d rather a plodding dance.
Must admit I expected fireworks
She thoroughly enjoyed her prance!!!!!!

Abby & Aljaz’s beautiful Waltz,
Had they kept the best ‘til last?
Stunning, romantic and elegant,
That night they would not be surpassed.

So there we have it, all have danced,
All have tried their best.
Some were great, some were daft,
Next week would be the test.

Next Saturday we, the public, vote,
It will be interesting for us to see,
Who has the biggest fan-base.
I know who does it for me.

Hairy Dave and Karen for laughter,
Iveta and Mark for joy,
Kevin and Suzanna for enthusiasm,
But Artem’s still my favourite boy!

So I wish them all the best of luck ,
But for now my vote goes to Artem.
He & Natalie are great to watch,
This new team we now call Nartem.

Looking forward to Saturday but may have to Sky+ it,as it may be the only day we can see the munchkins , & they always come first!!”

Just catching up...wow Seren another epic. I hope Wrenny and Soupy gave you A*. A wonderful poem. It's a 10/10 from me

Thank you.

anam cara

05-10-2013

Originally Posted by Noone:
“Just getting over a stinking cold and catching up with ITT.
”

Thanks for sharing it with Brucie!

Only joking. Hope you are feeling better. I've had a nightmare week so will be chillaxing tomorrow and hoping for a strictly fab show tomorrow/tonight!:yawn:

OrkneySarah

05-10-2013

Hope Esselle and Noone are feeling better this morning. Hopefully the show tonight will be a panacea to all ills

especially with the change of presenter

I LOVE Claudia. This will be my new mantra

fridgesoup

05-10-2013

Originally Posted by anam cara:
“
I've had a nightmare week so will be chillaxing tomorrow and hoping for a strictly fab show tomorrow/tonight!:yawn:”

Wishing you a better week this week. Hope you're okay, anam.

SuzieQ12

05-10-2013

Tuscan Sun

05-10-2013

Bravo seren - or are you Pam Ayres in disguise?!

Hope the poorly people are feeling better today.

Wrenny-24

05-10-2013

Originally Posted by SuzieQ12:
“Register for online voting here (up to 5 votes)

http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/strictlyc.../Vote-Strictly”

Thanks SQ I've registered, but I can't find where the 5 votes mention (rule) is. Is that 5 votes over the whole series or 5 votes on each Saturday or what?

Any help gratefully received!

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