I hope you enjoyed it, I certainly did!

Anyway, I have been busy beavering away on the new site, hence the lack of updates here. I am hoping to get it opened by March, but you know how unpredictable these things can be. Thank you so much for all your support, messages & comments over the past few months, to know people are still visiting means a lot.

So, for now, the site’s on hiatus so I can complete the new one. Keep checking back, I’ll pop up updates on how close the site is to completion and perhaps a few sneak peeks if you’re lucky!

Before I go, I am still looking for people willing to lend a helping hand, so please contact me if you would like to be invloved in Betty a la Mode v.2 :)

Speak to you soon,

Richard

Anyway, I thought I’d let you in on my plan for the new year. As you may have noticed, things have slowed down around here due to my workload and a bit of laziness. I think the laziness is to to the nature of the site. My long posts which encapsulates a few days news take a surprisingly long time to write which is quite off putting after a few hours of university work. So from now on, I think there will be more, shorter posts rather than long ones.This will mean that the site will be updated more frequently and that there will be more to  check back for each day. Hopefully this will get the site back up to it’s old standard and generate a bit of buzz.

Secondly, I think I will be leaving WordPress. If you’re not sure what WordPress is, it’s a blogging site which allows bloggers to host their sites for free, which is what Betty a La Mode is hosted on. I have a lot to thank WordPress for, as it allowed me to open the site, but it is quite restrictive in what I can post or do to alter the appearance of the site. That is why, starting in the next few weeks, I will begin creating the site in proper HTML / CSS and moving to a proper host. Whilst this means the site will be on hiatus, it does mean that the site will be offering much more when it does come back.

Lastly, 2008 will be a new year of  relationships and networking with fellow fansites. Also, there will hopefully be some more additions to the staff to help me maintain the site. Anyone who would like to help with the upcoming changeover, please contact me through the ‘Contact’ button on the left hand side. From Photoshop to Dreamweaver, or just adding content, any help would be greatly appreciated.

Until then, I will be posting about the upcoming episodes, with the next being shown on January 10th.

Here’s to 2008, and a new chapter for Betty a La Mode.

Richard

Sad news, no new Ugly Betty until after Christmas. I know, it’s going to be tough, but at least it leaves us to focus on Christmas shopping! You must remember though, unlike other high profile shows like Heroes or Desperate Housewives, we still have episodes left to view so we can’t be too unhappy. I don’t know about you, but this Writer’s Strike is getting old, FAST. Why not make it a truly Merry Christmas and sort it out guys?

If you, like me, have been quoting  ‘I’m Wilhelmina Slater and I don’t get wet. You’re wearing plastic!’ at EVERY opportunity, feast your eyes on this.  Some lovely soul has uploaded the video onto YouTube so you can watch it over and over and over …

Next time it is raining, it is your duty as an Ugly Betty fan to slip  ‘I’m Wilhelmina Slater and I don’t get wet. You’re wearing plastic!’ into a conversation! No stealing taxis from old ladies though, that’s just mean, hehe.

Thanks to Ugly Betty News, check out this video of Marc in an advert for his upcoming show, ‘Miss America: Reality Check’. It looks great, hopefully some kind sould will upload it onto the internet for us all to see.

Still struggling on what to get as a present for your loved ones? The SeenOn store at ABC offers a wide selection of products which have been featured on the show, from clothes to office furniture! There are some things on there that I really want, [like one of those orange lamps from the Mode offices!] hopefully you’ll find something too!

Dolce & Gabbana Shoes Worn by: Alexis Episode: I.C.U. I See Me  Click >>>

Burberry Belt  Worn by: Justin Episode: I.C.U. I See Me  Click >>>

Arden B. Leggings Worn by: Christina Episode: I.C.U. I See Me  Click >>>

Hugo Boss Dress Shirt Worn by: Marc Episode: I.C.U. I See Me  Click >>>

Salvatore Ferragamo Slip-On Worn by: Daniel Episode: I.C.U. I See Me  Click >>>

Anyway, will be doing another post pretty shortly. Sorry once again that updates have been pretty slow recently, but now I’m back for the holidays, things should go back to normal. Thanks for visiting :)

Two great episodes, each of them showing the deeper side of Betty. The show has been accused of becoming a bit too light and frothy in the recent series, but these last two episodes can truly silence those critics. The scenes between Claire & Bradford were so touching, more so than the fact that he actually died, haha! And Willi this week, oh my goodness! She is pure evil! I will post a full recap in the episode section, which I will be updating over the next few weeks.

One thing I did notice, is that the ratings for the most recent episode were really low, due to Thankgiving [Happy VERY belated Thanksgiving all you USA'ers!]. This happened last year as well, so you’d think ABC would learn. Especially as they hardly have many episodes left due to the writer’s strike and the fact that there was NO UGLY BETTY THIS WEEK. [I only found out about that a few days before and I was gutted!]. Oh well, it just seems a shame so many people missed such a great episode.

ABC have been updating the official site though with a few new activities and games, including the ‘Face Shifter’. You mix up the tiles and make your own Ugly Betty face, just like the opening sequence. Here’s my try:

They also have a new game where you can create your own cover with your face on it! Kudos to ABC, because before, the site was looking a bit bare. Click here to play both of the games

In guest star news, Gene Simmons has been signed up to appear, with many people guessing he will be Amanda’s daddy.

“On Monday, December 3rd, I’m shooting Ugly Betty – not her… the show,” quipped Simmons in an update posted on his record company’s website.

 

The bassist and vocalist kept coy about his cameo. “Can’t tell you just yet who I’m playing or what it’s about,” Simmons wrote, but he added that “it might give you a chuckle”. [Source]

Haha, can’t wait to see him in it!

I just read on Ugly Betty News, that Michael will be hosting his own show, starting on January 4th. Wow! Although I have to admit, I think him teamed with Becki would be the ultimate hosting duo. Here’s the lowdown on the show:

For the first time in history, MISS AMERICA: REALITY CHECK brings all 52 beauty queens together to live under one roof to undo everything they have learned about pageant basics and determine if their smarts, attitudes and looks hold up in contemporary society. Led by host Urie, the girls participate in an intense set of events and challenges designed to prepare them for the finale event, a renewed competition that will redefine what it takes to be Miss America, a relatable and individual ‘it girl’ who can connect with today’s modern woman. [Click for more >>>]

Finally, some new Betty tonight, feels like an age doesn’t it? CHeck out the promo here:

I will post more tomorrow, my leg’s acting up again so I need to go and lie down [I ahve become SUCH an old man since my knee got dislocated haha!]

Thanks for coming back after such a long break, I appreciate it!

Along with the LONG overdue update

Richard