This is true. 

I just finished off the first season of Joan of Arcadia. I really enjoyed revisiting the series. And now I can't wait to re-watch season 2.

I can still see "her" rocking in the window...

I finally got it in my hot little hands: Deluxe Collector Edition of China Beach.

Yes the music, they got all the great music of the '60s. Maybe they do the same for so other show I've been hoping they'll complete, like Murphy Brown.

It is a war series, not about battle or the men in the battle, but about the women & men volunteered to heal. It is based in the real experiences of those that lived.

From the overview:
"Welcome to China Beach. Part EVAC hospital, part USO entertainment center—this outpost of craziness and compassion introduces us to the Vietnam War through the eyes of the women who served there.

China Beach captures an extraordinary group of characters in a unique, exotic place where so many things came together—horror and laughter, heroism and sacrifice, and unforgettable and iconic music. And now the complete series is available for the first time on DVD, in a deluxe collector's edition that includes:

Four seasons;
1988-1991

• Each season and bonuses has its own keep case and pamphlet.
• 62 Episodes on 21 DVDs
• Over 10 Hours of Bonus Features
• Exlusive 32-Page Collector's Book and China Beach Dog Tags!"

Genre: Drama, Drama, Television
Created by:
William Broyles, Jr.,
John Sacret Young

Starring:
Dana Delany
Nan Woods
Michael Boatman
Marg Helgenberger
Robert Picardo
Tim Ryan
Concetta Tomei
Brian Wimmer
Jeff Kober
Chloe Webb
Megan Gallagher
Nancy Giles
Ned Vaughn
Troy Evans
Ricki Lake

Theme music composer:
Holland-Dozier-Holland

Opening theme "Reflections"
Performed by Diana Ross & the Supremes

No, I haven't finish watching it all again, but i have watched the pilot and I am entering it in my db and I am coping a peek as I enter each disc. It is in my opinion and that many others one of best and ground breaking TV series drama ever.

All contained in a very nice box. Even the spam/coupons are inclosed in an envelope.

5/5

Title: That '70s Show: The Complete Series Stash Box
IMDb |Wikipedia |Trailer |
Welcome to the Basement!
Now you can hang out with all eight seasons of the raddest show this side of the '60s - it's That '70s Show! Get down and get funky with all 200 groovy episodes on 32 Digital Video Discs slipped inside collectible, retro LP packaging. Loaded with neat-o special features, this Complete Series edition also contains an exclusive booklet with cast interviews and character timelines as well as the original script from the series finale signed by the cast! So if you're jonesin' for some peace, love and happiness, climb into the Vista Cruiser with Eric, Donna, Kelso, Jackie, Hyde and Fez for a trip back to That '70s Show.


Stars:
Topher Grace as Eric Forman
Mila Kunis as Jackie Burkhart
Ashton Kutcher as Michael Kelso
Danny Masterson as Steven Hyde
Laura Prepon as Donna Pinciotti
Wilmer Valderrama as Fez
Debra Jo Rupp as Kitty Forman
Kurtwood Smith as Red Forman
Tanya Roberts as Midge Pinciotti
Don Stark as Bob Pinciotti
Tommy Chong as Leo

My Thoughts:
I got this set on April 23rd... Brittany and I started watching it right away. We ended up watching the entire 8 seasons in only 2 weeks! And let me tell you... we had a great time doing it! Before getting this set I had already seen seasons 1-7... but this is the first time I ever seen the final season of the series. But more on that in a bit. First let me talk about....

The Packaging:
Usually I am a bit weary of these gimmicky packaging... but I must say... this one I liked a lot! It is all housed in a good, sturdy box... like the kind you would get to house old 45 records back in the day. Then each season is in a CD sized cardboard box... which houses that season's discs which are in cardboard sleeves. Printed on the sleeves is the season, disc and episode numbers. The episode numbers counting the episode within the entire series... Episode 1 through 200.  As of right now this is the best gimmick packaging that I have in my collection. 

The Extras:
The extras on the disc is the same as the season set releases... nothing new here. No extra bonus disc for getting the complete series set like you see many shows doing. Though you do get a nice small hard cover book with all the episode guides in it. And you also get a mini script for the series finale episode. Which I haven't really taken a good look at yet. That is it for extras... it is nice but could be better.

The Show:
What can I say... it is one of my favorites. It is a very funny show! Both Brittany and I loved watching the entire series in only 2 weeks. There was many laugh out loud moments. Though I will say that I felt the final season was the worst of the series. But even saying that... I still think it is more then worth the time to watch. Still right funny. I got to say... I did not care for the new guy, Randy, in the final season. He took place of Topher Grace since he was off filming Spider-Man 3 at the time. They ended up sending Eric to Africa in the series. But in my opinion Randy just didn't seem to fit in with the group we already knew and loved. I will say I liked how they ended the series. The finale was done right... though I will say I seen the ending of the series coming from a mile away. They kinda went with the obvious... but it was still a great way to end the series.

If this is a show you never seen... It is one I highly recommend. I would also recommend just going ahead and grabbing the complete series sets. It is really a great set! Trust me, you won't be sorry!

My Rating:
Out of a Possible 5

Title: Castle: The Complete First Season Disc 1

1. Flowers For Your Grave
Popular murder writer Richard Castle is called in to answer questions when the New York Police Department notes that two murders are left in situations that are strikingly similar to those of plots in his books. He volunteers to help on the case, much to the displeasure of the lead detective in charge.

2. Nanny McDead
When a body of a young woman is found inside the dryer at a laundry room, Castle and Beckett uncover that the young woman worked as a nanny in the upscale building. Meanwhile, as Castle works on his "Nikki Heat" novel series he watches Beckett's actions as she works the murder case.

3. Hell Hath No Fury
The body of a New York City Councilman up for reelection is found murdered and rolled up in a rug, sending Beckett and Castle deep in to the world of politics. Meanwhile, Castle's final novel of the Derrick Storm series arrives at bookstores, sending his mother out looking for any sign of failure.

4. Hedge Fund Homeboy
When a teenaged boy whose family has recent fallen on hard times is found dead in a boat in Central Park, Castle and Beckett must piece together the mystery behind the boy's final moments. Meanwhile, Castle mulls over leaving Martha home while he chaperones Alexis' trip to Washington, D.C.


Stars:
Nathan Fillion as Richard Castle
Stana Katic as Detective Kate Beckett
Susan Sullivan as Martha Rodgers
Ruben Santiago-Hudson as Captain Roy Montgomery
Molly Quinn as Alexis Castle

My Thoughts:
I started watching this one last night and finished it off this morning. I must say... I am glad I finally started watching this series. I am enjoying it quite a bit. I can see what I saw others say about Castle's daughter being overly mature. But that didn't bother me much at all. While it may be a little much... I can understand it with a father like that. The character that bothered me more is Castle's mother. There is just something about her that bugs me... big time. But over-all I am liking this series a lot and can't wait to continue on.

My Rating:
Out of a Possible 5

Title: The OC: Season One: Disc 1
IMDb |Wikipedia |Trailer |
1. Pilot
Just a freeway's drive away. And yet worlds apart. Rejected by his parents after a brush with the law, Ryan Atwood moves temporarily into the pool house of his attorney's posh Newport Beach home...and finds both friends and foes among the privileged O.C. youth.

2. The Model Home
When Ryan is faced with being shuffled into the child-services system, Seth comes up with a plan: Ryan can secretly live in an unfinished home owned by Seth's mom. It's a foolproof plan - for a while.

3. The Gamble
Luck is in the house during a Vegas Night fundraiser: Seth becomes Summer's lucky charm and Marissa reconnects with Luke. In the aftermath of events involving Ryan's mom, Kirsten takes a chance and opens her home to the boy.

4. The Debut
Ryan promised to stay out of trouble. But trouble finds him as he, Seth, Marissa and others take part in one of the biggest events on the Newport social calendar: the Debutantes Ball.


Stars:
Peter Gallagher as Sandy Cohen
Kelly Rowan as Kirsten Cohen
Benjamin McKenzie as Ryan Atwood
Mischa Barton as Marissa Cooper
Adam Brody as Seth Cohen

My Thoughts:
Let me start off by saying that this is not the type of show I normally watch. I never been much for the pure drama. But this series is the exception to the rule. The pilot episode pulled me in with a terrific storyline... and that great storytelling continued through-out all 4 episodes on this first disc. I enjoyed it so much so that I really can't wait to pop in the next disc. I was thrilled to see Rachel Bilson in this series... as I became a fan of hers with her new series Hart of Dixie. While I must admit that I really don't care for her character on this series... she really is quite the bitch in this one. But all the same Rachel Bilson does do a great job playing that bitch. After seeing her character develop over these 4 episodes I have a feeling her character will be changing some though. Take it from someone that don't normally like these pure drama series... Give this one a chance... I don't think you will be sorry.

My Rating:
Out of a Possible 5

Title: The Hardy Boys: Season Three: Disc 1
IMDb |Wikipedia |Trailer |
"The Last Kiss of Summer (Part 1)"
When Joe Hardy's fiancee is killed by a hit-and-run driver, the FBI won't let the police arrest the man until a case of theirs is finished, so Joe takes the law into his own hands and goes undercover as a surfer.

"The Last Kiss of Summer (Part 2)"
Though he is still haunted by memories of his dead fiancee, Joe Hardy has to focus his mind on the case when Jocco's girlfriend overhears him talking to the police on the phone. Meanwhile, Frank Hardy tries to help Joe by going undercover too, but Jocco finds out and traps Frank in a shark-infested area.

"Assault on the Tower"
Joe and Frank Hardy go to London to find their missing father, but when Frank goes missing as well, Joe has to seek help from a member if Brittish Intellegence.


Stars:
Shaun Cassidy as Joe Hardy
Parker Stevenson as Frank Hardy
Edmund Gilbert as Fenton Hardy
Jack Kelly as Harry Hammond
Anne Lockhart as Jess

My Thoughts:
I felt like a bit of nostalgia today. These are episodes I haven't seen since I was a little kid! I would say it has been a good 35 years! Oh I feel old! I really don't remember much about these third season episodes... not like I was able to remember some from the first two seasons. This disc has some good episodes... I especially liked the two part episodes that starts this season. Very good storyline that really pulls you in. The one thing I don't like about the third season of this series is that they dropped Nancy Drew completely from the series! While yes, I did like The Hardy Boys... I always liked Nancy Drew even more. It saddens me that I won't get to see her at all while watching this season... but at least I know that I do have all her episodes that I can watch any time I want.

My Rating:
Out of a Possible 5