Fans over 30

[Ggirlfan]

Lori, I admire how positive you are with all of the challenges you face. You sound like an incredibly strong woman. I think its wonderful that you and your daughter have the bond of watching Gilmore Girls together. I hope your daughter is able to come home soon, and you can watch together again.

Michelle,  I will pass the message along to my sister about hanging in there, thank you.  My son is in fourth grade, so I really appreciate your gift in the classroom.  After only having a few of his friends over for a night, I am wiped out, so I can't imagine a classroom full of fourth graders every day! LOL!   

I too want Lorelai to end up with Luke!  It's weird, because I do like Christopher and I can understand how Lorelai feels. However, because I couldn't imagine getting back together with my ex-husband,  my high school sweetheart, I keep hoping that things with Lorelai and her "new man" Luke will work out instead!  It's pretty ironic, this guy that I have been seeing on and off for the past few years kind of reminds me of Luke a little bit actually.  He is such a handy man and is always fixing things at my house, and he always wears his baseball hat backwards!

[kiddo]

Hello,  I am new to this forum and I am addicted to GG.  I am over 30 and actually pushing 40 next year, but I love GG, and love Lauren.  She and I are only a couple of months in age.  I think thats cool.  Looking forward to season 7.

[wmushell]

Welcome, kiddo!  I like your username!   Is that what you would like us to call you, or do you prefer another name?  I'm Michelle.  That's so cool you're the same age as Lauren -- she turns 40 on March 16th!  I plan to celebrate the occassion with a massive GG dvd marathon -- and maybe some viewings of her on Celebrity Poker Showdown and the Craig Kilborn show.  I'm the same age she was when GG started.  She was actually hired on her birthday!  Anyhow, I hope you post a lot here.  If you have any questions, this is a friendly thread to ask them in!

I keep hoping that things with Lorelai and her "new man" Luke will work out instead!  It's pretty ironic, this guy that I have been seeing on and off for the past few years kind of reminds me of Luke a little bit actually.  He is such a handy man and is always fixing things at my house, and he always wears his baseball hat backwards!

Kristin, as I've recently started dating again for the first time since college (ugh!), I've been looking for a Luke.  Well, a seasons 1-5 Luke anyhow.  They are few and far between.  What I love about Luke is that he feels a lot of responsibility towards the people in his life and makes sacrifices for them (Lorelai, Liz, Jess).  To me, that shows extraordinary content of character.  p.s. -- dating sucks!

[Loridhhp]

Michelle, I agree with you that dating sucks! I haven't had a date since I left my abusive ex 12 years ago! I'd love to find a Luke. I can't even get a Kirk to ask me out! Lol! I don't even think I remember HOW to date. I can still watch GG and dream. You must be thinking "This woman must be a basket case! She's got Fibromyalgia, a severely mentally ill teenager, an abusive ex husband, and hasn't had a date in 12 years?! How is she still in one piece let alone still have a sense of humor?" Maybe I should write a book on my experiences. It definately wouldn't be boring! It has been really tough being a single parent under these circumstances but I keep challenging myself to grow and learn from my mistakes and I'm learning to just LOVE my daughter instead of judging her. This is a lesson I've learned from watching Emily and Lorelai interact. I have to remind myself "Don't be an Emily. Just love Ariel with all your heart and soul. She needs you to just love and accept her with all her problems." It works. Ariel and I are getting along better than ever. I just take it one day at a time and work hard to be positive. So one day my Luke will come! Until then I have the wonderfully entertaining lessons that the Gilmore Girls teach. Thank you Michelle and Kristin  for your kind words. They mean a lot to me. Pretty sticks to you guys! Have a Great Gilmore day!

[Ggirlfan]

I totally agree about the dating thing!  I don't know how to date either.  I was with my ex since I was 15, and since I have divorced, I really haven't "dated" either.  People used to say, oh..you have to start dating again and "get back out there", and I would say, what do you mean "start dating again", I was never "out there" before! LOL!

I met someone a little while after my divorce and it has just turned into an on and off relationship. My "handy man Luke"!  When I met someone else during one of the "off" periods, it was going waaaaay to fast for me (he was 10 years older than I) and I kept missing my "handy man"!  I have just gotten to the point that I just enjoy each day in life, enjoy my son, and after being on my own pretty much for a while. We do love each other, but we have just learned not to push things and accept our differences at this point in time.  I look at it this way..I had my life planned out from when I was very young, and it didn't go quite according to plan (as life never does) and have decided to live each day for what it is! 

[kiddo]

Hello Michelle,  You can call me kiddo, it has been a nickname for me since I was a kid.  Lauren is actually older than I am by less than 2 months.  My B-day is on May 5.  I have never done a forum before, but I thinks this will be fun.  My Husband is not a GG fanatic like me, but when I am watching GG on DVD and he pops in he always stops to watch.  It is funny.  I saw previews for season 7 last night and boy does it look awesome.  I can't wait until the 26th.

[kilverstone]

Loridhhp - First of all I must commend you for having the courage to leave an abusive spouse, that takes guts and willpower and obviously you have both of those things in spades. Not only that but you also have the courage to raise a daughter on your own and one with some serious health issues which take a great deal of patience and love to handle. If I could give you a hug just for being you I would. You must be learning so much through all of these experiences and like you said taking it one day at a time certainly helps.

Ggirlfan - No two people date the same so whatever anyone has ever told you about dating is a load of crap. Honestly go with what works for you, if dating isn't your thing then by all means find something else. You'll find what works for you no matter what. Maybe you can still look up your handyman? You know it's never too late to ask....

Kiddo - Welcome to the thread. I admit to being under 30 but this is my home thread. I couldn't bring myself to post in the others...I'm a snob and need real conversation. Oh shoot my sarcasm is showing itself again. Anyway my hubby does the same thing, tolerates my GG/coffee/fanatical schedule and addictions. I think I'm Lorelai half the time with the way I function.

I found my Luke, he's a little rough around the edges but damn he's sweet, caring, sincere, loyal, gruff, complainy and all those other lovely things. Although he's really not that handy, I'm more that way.

[mmcd1967]

Hi to all the newcomers and the oldcomers.  No offense lol.  Just popping my head in.  So nice to see people are enjoying this thread and feel like they have a place to go where they feel comfortable.  When I started this thread I wasnt sure how many "oldtimers" were out there in the forum. Anyways, I can't wait until season 7, the good and the bad and the ugly, bring it on.  I love watching the reruns but i'm definitely ready for a fresh episode.  What are everyone's thoughts on the upcoming season?  By the way my name is monica and i am 39.  i've been a fan since season 2.

[kiddo]

Hello Michelle,  I have to say that my husband is sort of like Luke (especially when he doesn't shave) He is the best, just like Luke is the best for Lorelai, in my opinion.  Is it just me or does anybody want to yell at Emily and Richard and tell them to butt out?  Boy are they busy bodies.  GG rocks.

[Ggirlfan]

Kilverstone - thank you for support!  Actually, I do see my Luke/handyman about every couple weekends or so and talk to him on the phone quite a bit.  We just keep things light, thats all.  No pressure.   After being on and off for so long, this is what seems to work for us! 

I love that everyone has their Luke's or is looking for a "Luke"!  That is so cool!

I can't wait for September 26th either!  I freaked out watching the preview for it because I was so surprised by what Lorelai said to Luke.  I hope it all works out with Lorelai's Luke! LOL!  I don't want to say too much here for the folks that haven't seen the preview or Season 6 yet though!

[Gross123987]

I am a 35 year old male and I love Gilmore Girls.   It is very cleverly written (very curious to see if the quality stays with Amy/Dan gone) and brilliantly acted.   Lauren is fabulous.   I think Kelly Bishop and Richard Herrman do a great job as well.   And I love Liza, I am excited to see more Paris in Season 7.   

I think I am a mixture of Luke and Dean (definitely no Logan in me!!)

[kellygoo72]

Interesting that so far three of us are 39.  

Do you find that you relate to Lorelai a lot more because she is suppose to be around our age and all of the 80s pop references she makes?

The other day on reruns they had the show where grandmother Lorelei was setting up a trust for Rory that she would ahve access to when she was 25 but she was going to give it to her early for her schooling (Chilton). Mayhem insued and in the end she decided not to give Rory the money early. Yet, not mention of this has been made since.

It is interesting.  I wonder if it got set up at all given the situation that occurred between Emily and Lorelai.  Perhaps it is there, yet no one will know about it until Rory turns 25. 

It also raises the question of if Lorelai has a trust as well, or if she did at one time.  If she did, did she refuse it?  Was it revoked when she became pregnant?  Supposedly she was on the same path as Rory...as Lorelai was a smart kid, headed towards a prestigious school, but then the pregnancy changed everything. 

Hi Kitty, Hi all.. Im Kelly ... 33 and proud.. I havent posted in awhile but Im glad to see a post for the over 30 crowd.. I totally know what u mean about relating to Lorelai, I adore Lauren, I have loved her since Carloing in the City.. I love the 80's references she makes.. Sookie too, Im so a Sookie! LOL
Nice to meet u all.

[Carianna]

   I'm over 30...but I think when I started watching GG I wasn't...anyway, Hard as I try at times to give up my addiction to the show, either I break down..or my daughters(way under 30)make me watch it(lol).  We started watching it 'cause people told us we reminded them of the show(our relationship, humor, etc.) but not so much anymore. Though my oldest daughter and Rory are the same age, even went to college and went through some of the same emotional uphevals, they did not turn out the same.  My daughter stayed in school, and did not "lose" anyhting along the way.
 

[wmushell]

Hey, Carianna!  Welcome!  We've all learned to embrace our GG addictions -- it's a good addiction to have. 

Yay, a boy's here!    Hello there, Gross123987!  Welcome to the over-30 thread.  A combination of Dean and Luke?  Woo-hoo!  We'll talk later . . .  My name's Michelle and I'm 33 and Lauren Graham is pretty much my idol!  You might want check out the "Gilmore Guys" thread where you can find like-minded males to hang with.  Be careful, though, the rumor is that very forward females often crash that thread!  

Hi, Kelly!  I just watched clips of Lauren on Caroline in the City the other day.  She was hilarious!  I swear she stole every single scene from the lead actors.  No wonder NBC tried her out in so many shows after that.

Kristin -- I'm so excited by the season 7 premiere I can barely stand it.  I watched that promo, too, and I'm dying for more.  I truly think this will be an exceptional season.  Good luck with your "handyman Luke"!  It sounds like you have a mature relationship with him and are smart not to put too much pressure on yourselves.

kiddo -- I definitely want to yell at Emily and Richard often.  They're pretty tough on their only offspring.  Although, I really liked Emily as a mother at the end of "Driving Miss Gilmore".

mmcd1967 -- Your thread is a hit!  I love coming here -- thank you so much for starting it.

kilverstone -- Your "Luke" sounds like a keeper!  I love that you're the handy one, though.    I'm so glad you enjoy our more mature discussions even though you're younger -- I hope you keep coming back to this thread!

Lori, if you wrote a book about all your experiences I would definitely love to read it!  I'm so glad that you and your daughter are getting along better than ever.  Inspiration comes from the strangest places, doesn't it?  A few years ago if someone told me a television show could be so healing, I'm not sure I would have believed them.  But Gilmore Girls has many life lessons to share.  

Caryn!  Where are you my friend!?  I hope all is well.  Did I just read shocking news about you in the Aussie thread!    Come over to the dark side!  You'll have to fill me in on the details of your decision.

Whew!  I hope I didn't forget anyone!  If I did, I apologize!  

[kellygoo72]

Hey, Carianna!  Welcome!  We've all learned to embrace our GG addictions -- it's a good addiction to have. 

Yay, a boy's here!    Hello there, Gross123987!  Welcome to the over-30 thread.  A combination of Dean and Luke?  Woo-hoo!  We'll talk later . . .  My name's Michelle and I'm 33 and Lauren Graham is pretty much my idol!  You might want check out the "Gilmore Guys" thread where you can find like-minded males to hang with.  Be careful, though, the rumor is that very forward females often crash that thread!  

Hi, Kelly!  I just watched clips of Lauren on Caroline in the City the other day.  She was hilarious!  I swear she stole every single scene from the lead actors.  No wonder NBC tried her out in so many shows after that.

Kristin -- I'm so excited by the season 7 premiere I can barely stand it.  I watched that promo, too, and I'm dying for more.  I truly think this will be an exceptional season.  Good luck with your "handyman Luke"!  It sounds like you have a mature relationship with him and are smart not to put too much pressure on yourselves.

kiddo -- I definitely want to yell at Emily and Richard often.  They're pretty tough on their only offspring.  Although, I really liked Emily as a mother at the end of "Driving Miss Gilmore".

mmcd1967 -- Your thread is a hit!  I love coming here -- thank you so much for starting it.

kilverstone -- Your "Luke" sounds like a keeper!  I love that you're the handy one, though.    I'm so glad you enjoy our more mature discussions even though you're younger -- I hope you keep coming back to this thread!

Lori, if you wrote a book about all your experiences I would definitely love to read it!  I'm so glad that you and your daughter are getting along better than ever.  Inspiration comes from the strangest places, doesn't it?  A few years ago if someone told me a television show could be so healing, I'm not sure I would have believed them.  But Gilmore Girls has many life lessons to share.  

Caryn!  Where are you my friend!?  I hope all is well.  Did I just read shocking news about you in the Aussie thread!    Come over to the dark side!  You'll have to fill me in on the details of your decision.

Whew!  I hope I didn't forget anyone!  If I did, I apologize!  

Oh,I so agree .. lauren was a diamond in the ruff, I knew she would make it big.... I adore her