TV Show Review: Downton Abbey, Season 1

Network: ITV

Country of Origin: UK

Actors: Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, Laura Carmichael, Elizabeth McGovern, Maggie Smith, Joanne Froggart, Rob James-Collier

Summary: Downton Abbey, the home to the wealthy and noble Crawley family and to their servants. The series follows the lives of both the Crawley family and the servants. The year 1912, was the loss of the supposed unsinkable Titanic, and the loss of the Heir to the Crawley Family. Bringing in a new Heir.

Review: Wow. Holy cow! Okay, I am so thankful to the creator Julian Fellows for bringing the world Downton Abbey! Thank you and you are officially, unofficially my best friend! Thank you Julian Fellows. Thank you! And I kiss the ground you walk on! I will be the towel on the ground to make sure you do not slip on soap! ;)

One of the greatest things about Downton Abbey is how it interlaces all these different story lines creating a masterpiece that is unbelievable. It draws you in and locks you in there for the season. I know for certain that I was mistaken by Downton Abbey. My first initial thought was that I would not enjoy the series because it would not have the drama, comedy and suspense that I normally enjoyed but boy was I mistaken! Downton Abbey has certainly surpassed my expectations for it. Currently I am watching season 3, again because I cant seem to pass a...certain..how do I say this...storyline that I am defiantly break into tears about.

The Crawley family, and most fans will agree with CNC that they have a life that we would all love to live in. The etiquette, the beauty, the grace, the clothes, the formalities and the era is one we all dream to be in. I know for certain that I wish I was there living their lives. Including the juicy drama.

What I love about Downton Abbey is also the relationship that each character has with one another. It defiantly brings the characters to life. As they have similar relationships we would have with family members, sisters, brothers, husbands, wives, workers, mothers, fathers although, I'm betting none of us servants. Unless we call our siblings our servants? Nah, I'm just kidding!

What are your thoughts of Downton Abbey?

- CNC

Tips: Up in the Air, Flying

Now, I have just travelled from one side of the country to the other. And in jet lagged, tired, hungry and I feel like I've just been kept inside a container without room to move or breathe. So my friends who are just about to travel, here are some tips that may or may not help you.

1. Before travel. Ladies and gentlemen, young and old, new or old to travel and friends from any corner of the planet - did you know you if you buy your tickets on a Tuesday afternoon at 3pm their cheaper? That's right! So wait, till a Tuesday afternoon at 3pm. See the dollar signs you'll save!

2. Window or Aisle? That is the question. Really, it's all down to who you are as a person. No one can choose it for you unless of course, there are no other seats left on the plane then you're stuck with that seat. Sorry mate.



3. Entertainment. One of the most difficult things I find on the planes is finding things to entertain myself with. I either end playing cards with friends if I am travelling with friends, watching movies or shows if I have a screen, listening to music and sleeping, reading a book or drawing. In the end I end carrying this massive as bag while I'm travelling because I end wanting to do a million different things while I'm on the plane. So my tip is to bring a million different things while your on the plane but not too many that you go over board. But now thanks to new technology I suggest bringing a tablet or a laptop so you can just watch movies and shows while your on the plane. Download something and catch up on shows that you've missed or fallen behind because of work or school.



4. Listen. I know it may seem really boring to people who have travelled so many times before but listen to the stewards who do the safety procedure before the flight. They are actually really good to listen to because every plane is different and every plane works differently. Don't assume just because you've been on so many different planes that you know what to do. I'm being serious about this, listen to them.



5. Relax. A plane flight is a seriously good time to relax as well. I know it's not always the most comfortable but just sit back and relax my friends. It's also a great time to catch up on some Zzzz's. With all the adrenaline probably coursing through you because of the excitement inside of you due to the trip you're about to go one. Your bound to have lost some sleep over it. So now, use this time and catch up on some Zzz's.



Your's truly, Clueless Nation Creators