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The apple doesn’t fall too far where vampires and documentation are concerned.

July 21, 2011

The apple doesn’t fall too far where vampires and documentation are concerned.

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Last night, Aidan and I were discussing the merits of Alexander Skarsgaard who plays Eric Northman on the HBO True Blood series. We were debating the appeal of tall, blonde Swedish types versus what we are normally drawn to, which is generally the complete opposite. The following exchange compelled her to say, "I gotta write that down, Mom."

Aidan: "I guess I wouldn't mind an Eric Northman in my life."

Me: "I don't know. I've never dated anyone like that, the 6'4, take charge, vampire kind of dude."

I'm not saying I would ever approve of my 15-year-old daughter dating a 1,000 year old Viking vampire, but I do appreciate her stop, drop and write instincts.

(For the record: we're Team Eric. All the way.)

 

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  1. Claudia says

    July 21, 2011 at 10:45 am

    I love you even more for being Team Eric! I’ve never had a guy like that in my life but he’s the type I always imagined.

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  2. Teresa says

    July 21, 2011 at 10:49 am

    ‘Team Amnesia Eric’ or Team ‘Badass Eric’?

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  3. Jeannie Damon says

    July 21, 2011 at 10:59 am

    I’m more drawn to tall big dark guys . . . like Samoans. Maybe this Eric person would help me change my mind? I’ve yet to watch this series so I have no idea who you’re talking about.

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  4. Sian says

    July 21, 2011 at 10:59 am

    That so makes me wish I had a daughter!

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  5. Nicole C. says

    July 21, 2011 at 11:02 am

    Love that you can have conversations like this with Aidan!

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  6. Michelle Adams says

    July 21, 2011 at 11:04 am

    Team Amnesia Eric!!!! I was totally laughing at the whole “drunk on fairy blood” in the pond scene!

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  7. cathy says

    July 21, 2011 at 11:05 am

    Oh TOTALLY Team Amnesia Eric. He’s so… sensitive.

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  8. Kimberly says

    July 21, 2011 at 11:22 am

    Oh, he is quite handsome indeed. But I did prefer his hair longer, though. Ditto to the “drunk on fairy blood.”

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  9. cathy says

    July 21, 2011 at 11:37 am

    Oh jeannie… you may never look at tall blonde Swedes the same way again. ; )

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  10. Lori says

    July 21, 2011 at 11:39 am

    Oh yeah! Team Eric all the way! But we got rid of HBO last year, so I’m not up to date on the current season. I’ve read all the books, but I know that they diverge. Bill??… meh.

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  11. cathy says

    July 21, 2011 at 11:43 am

    So funny. I love this storyline this season.

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  12. cathy says

    July 21, 2011 at 11:44 am

    Bill is so not my type.

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  13. Caroll B says

    July 21, 2011 at 11:58 am

    I’m afraid my choice would be the badass Eric. If I want sensitivity, I can turn to my cat.

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  14. kristen says

    July 21, 2011 at 11:59 am

    Oh yes, please…Eric for me too. However, I am eager to see the ‘old’ Eric return. This new, mousy, lost Eric is getting on my nerves!

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  15. kristen says

    July 21, 2011 at 12:01 pm

    Okay, I just read the other comments. Badass Eric! I love it. And for the record, I wouldn’t kick Amnesia Eric out of my bed…just prefer it when he stands taller and doesn’t have that lost look in his eyes. Sensitive, schmensitive.

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  16. Brandi says

    July 21, 2011 at 12:17 pm

    Amnesia Eric from the books was great! The amnesia Eric on the show is just okay for me. I am totally on team Eric all the way too! Again, not my type in RL but he totally does it for me in a Trueblood sort of way. Love that you guys watch this! I am always a bit embarrased to say how much we enjoy it~

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  17. cathy says

    July 21, 2011 at 12:44 pm

    LOL!

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  18. cathy says

    July 21, 2011 at 12:46 pm

    Well, Im a bit embarrassed to admit I let my daughter watch it, but… its opened up some really good discussions about how sex is portrayed on television, what it is, what its not etc. Although we dont watch it together. She usually watches on HBO Go after its aired. I try not to be a squeamish mom about sex. Thats how I was raised, and honestly, it didnt necessarily benefit me in any notable ways. : )

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  19. Karen M. says

    July 21, 2011 at 1:18 pm

    Eric either way frankly kinda tips my boat!
    My blonde hunk of a husband of 38 years has enjoyed the benefits and doesn’t even know why – probably doesn’t care! LOL!

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  20. Katarina says

    July 21, 2011 at 2:38 pm

    πŸ˜† being a Swede the tall blond blue eyed guys have been passing a lot in my life.. And Alexander is a handsome dude πŸ˜‰ looks like your daughter has great taste πŸ™‚ /Katarina

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  21. ale says

    July 21, 2011 at 3:17 pm

    team eric, too!
    bill is so boring…

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  22. Sue says

    July 21, 2011 at 5:32 pm

    Team Eric anyway I can get him, amnesia, drugged, trussed like a Xmas ham….

    Anyhoo, i love the fact you and your daughter talk about this, reminded me of my mother and I when I was younger and made me smile. Thanks for sharing!

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  23. Debbi says

    July 21, 2011 at 5:38 pm

    Team Eric in this house as well! Sigh.

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  24. Kate says

    July 21, 2011 at 5:50 pm

    Eric is amazing! I love him so much! Alex also plays a dumb model in Zoolander in the opening scenes before the tragic accident at the petrol station – he is so not attractive in that movie!

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  25. Karen Malloy says

    July 21, 2011 at 6:38 pm

    team eric here too! he is h-o-t!

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  26. Jessica says

    July 21, 2011 at 6:45 pm

    Have you read the books? You will be even more in lust. I liked him better with longer hair, but the short hair is good too. I would not kick him out of bed on a cold night.

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  27. cathy says

    July 21, 2011 at 7:02 pm

    Kate, i have seen that clip. Too funny!

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  28. cathy says

    July 21, 2011 at 7:02 pm

    oh yes. read almost all of them. I havent read the newest one, or the one before that. But Im adding them to my list.

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  29. Sharon F. in CA says

    July 21, 2011 at 8:38 pm

    But what about Sam? Or Alcide?

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  30. cathy says

    July 21, 2011 at 9:19 pm

    Oh Alcide. Oh baby.

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  31. Jamie Danford says

    July 21, 2011 at 9:41 pm

    I’ve gotta admit that I got a little giddy when my kiddo asked to pick out a journal that was more ‘inspiring’ than the normal school black/white marble comp book. Totally know how you feel. πŸ˜‰

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  32. mitzi says

    July 21, 2011 at 9:53 pm

    If you like True Blood you need to watch the Vampire Diaries on CW. The Salvatore brothers are HOT!!!! Team Damon!!! My daughters and I wait for Thursdays. We are so hooked! I love the true blood books but not so much the people in the cast. I am team Eric on true blood but Damon beats all the others hands down!!!

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  33. Leora says

    July 21, 2011 at 11:36 pm

    How cool!

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  34. daney says

    July 22, 2011 at 10:05 am

    I thought (and even now I grow faint as I type) that the scene where Sookie is standing between (naked) Alcide and (naked) Eric in the pond was a moment burned into my retinas for all time. How did she control herself? Seriously. I just want Debbie Pelt dead in a shallow grave and then I will be even happier. Why are we not hearing what she’s thinking when Sookie is around?

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  35. cathy says

    July 22, 2011 at 10:15 am

    Ive heard its really good. Might have to check it out!

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  36. Scrappy Angel says

    July 22, 2011 at 11:24 am

    Between Bill and Eric, there’s no contest. Team Eric all the way. But if you bring Alcide into the equation, sorry girls, I’ve got to go with Team Alcide. I just love that tall, dark and rugged type! Sigh…

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  37. Connie B says

    July 22, 2011 at 12:37 pm

    Your daughter is a doll πŸ™‚ I am with you all the way on the “Team Eric”!!!

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  38. Caroll B says

    July 22, 2011 at 1:11 pm

    PS: Don’t tell Bubba I have cats!

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  39. Irene says

    July 22, 2011 at 1:12 pm

    I see the draw to Eric, but really, are Bill, Eric, or Alcide Sookie’s only choices? I keep hoping there is some cool, hot, kick-*%& other creature of the night we haven’t been introduced to yet. In the meantime, I am happy to be “glamored” by Eric anytime.

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  40. cathy says

    July 22, 2011 at 3:14 pm

    Did you see Alicdes abs in the last episode? Holy MAMA!

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  41. Marygail says

    July 23, 2011 at 12:14 am

    Team Eric here – and Team Alcide…feeling a little like Bella who can’t decide between a vampire and a werewolf.

    Alcide definately has feelings for Sookie and Eric’s always been attracted to her even during his amnesia state.

    Thanks for sharing my passion for True Blood πŸ™‚

    PS eww he was with his great great great granddaughter? awkward

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  42. Marygail says

    July 23, 2011 at 12:15 am

    oh my yes I did…had to replay that part a couple of times lol

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  43. La'son says

    July 24, 2011 at 10:36 am

    I’m Team Bill, but …. Eric is growing on me. :]

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  44. Craftylou says

    July 29, 2011 at 11:45 am

    I had no idea Eric had a team – but now that I know it – I’m definitely Team Eric amnesia or otherwise!

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  45. Sarah says

    August 4, 2011 at 12:46 am

    That actor is so not how I pictured Eric when I read the books. He’s handsome enough, I suppose, but a Viking should have some beef under his shirt!

    I am definitely Team Eric here. Bill is a self-entitled manipulator, and Alcide is desperately in need of therapy. Quinn was looking pretty promising for a while in the book series, but there is just something about Eric! *sigh*

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  46. pc solid sheet says

    December 1, 2011 at 1:56 am

    I’ve never had a guy like that in my life but he’s the type I always imagined.

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