Jenny Blake aka Tony Isabella
@tonyisabella.bsky.social
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Writer, creator of Black Lightning, Misty Knight and Tigra. Trans. She/Her
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Today's LAST KISS with a gag by me!
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THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY: The A.I.M. Collection: Artifacts, Memorabilia, and Ephemera from Across the Universe is a silly entertaining faux-auction catalog offering Marvel doodads from a Black Widow Sting to a Statue of Knonshu. It made me smile. 10-6-25.
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THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY: Riverdale. After someone I respect suggested I give this blasphemous take on the Archie characters a second chance, I binge-watching the first season. I found it intriguing enough to continue watching. That was a surprise. 10-5-25.
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THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY: The Lowdown (Disney/Hulu). Ethan Hawke is great as a financially struggling bookseller and investigative reporter who is up against a rich, powerful and murderous family. A somewhat tarnished hero for our times. 10-4-25.
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I'm planning to try the rest of the "Monster Menu" in the days to come.
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THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY: The Franken-Candy Sunday. From Burger King’s “Monster Menu,” it’s soft serve vanilla ice cream with Oreo crumbles, purple syrup and purple and green chocolate popping candy. Just the right size for a delicious treat. 10-3-25.
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THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY: The Lost Films Fanzine Presents Movie Milestones #4. Edited by John LeMay, this issue covers three legendary creature features: Gorgo, Konga and Reptilicus in movies, comic books and novels. Entertaining and informative; 10-2-25.
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THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY: Wheel of Fortune. Christina Derevjanik won a million dollars plus on the October 1 episode. That exciting moment was also Ryan Seacrest’s first million dollar winner. He and Vanna White were visibly moved. Tears all around. 10-1-25.
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THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY: Doug Wagner. I sort of stumbled into following this writer. His quirky comedy/horror/noir comics, such as I Was A Fashion School Serial Killer and Klik Klik Boom, speak to me. If I see his name on a title, I’ll read it. 9-30-25.
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THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY: Cryptology. Having enjoyed other works by editor Peter Normanton, subscribing to this quarterly magazine of retro horror was a no-brainer. Terrific articles and visuals on comic books, movies and more. Highly recommended. 9-29-25.
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THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY: House of Guinness (Netflix). A historical drama set in 19th Century Ireland isn’t my usual fare, but Barb wanted to watch it and I love watching stuff with her. The characters and setting are intriguing. I’m hooked. 9-28-25.
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THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY: Welcome to the Maynard by James Robinson and J. Bone is a cinematic blockbuster waiting for someone smart enough to make it. A magic hotel. A feisty house detective in training. Thrills. Mystery. Suspense. Not to be missed. 9-27-25.
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THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY: Doing “The Element Man” as seen in Metamorpho #8 October 1966). “Make like a metal. Get hot like an acid. Shake like a test tube. Man, be solid and life’s just a gas! Yeaaah!” Dance with me, you fools! 9-26-25.
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THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY: Dracula Book Two: The Brides by Matt Wagner and Kelley Jones with Jose Villarrubia. There has never been a more evocative and gorgeous examination of Stoker’s classic character than this series. Most highly recommended. 9-25-25.
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Halloween is "Queer Christmas" and I'm trying to figure out my costume. I'm open to suggestions. Keep in mind that I'm relatively dignified 73 years old and around 5 feet even. I've eliminated cheerleader, Sailor Moon and Velma. I was thinking WNBA player, but that's not likely. Suggest away.
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THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY: Gorgo #12 (April, 1963). Reptisaurus, the original version, guest-stars, fighting invading aliens alongside Gorgo and his mom, and establishing they are part of the same universe. Konga feels left out. 9-24-25.