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- “A Lonesome Lord,” Ch. 06: Party planning & more bonding time, by Gratiana Lovelace, March 12, 2023 (Post #1514)
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Congratulations to Richard Armitage, 2015 Olivier Awards Best Supporting Actor Nominee for his portrayal of John Proctor in The Old Vic’s 2014 production of Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible”
Gratiana Lovelace Stories on Wattpad
“A Lonesome Lord” (2023), by Gratiana Lovelace; Right click on the image to open a new tab and link to the start of my new Regency romance on my Wattpad site:
“A Castle Wedding for Christmas 2” (2022) is a fan fic sequel of mine. Click on the image below to go to it on my Wattpad site:
“Winter Rental”, a new contemporary romance by Gratiana Lovelace (2022); click on the image to go to my story in my Wattpad site:
“Seeking the Niceties of Marriage” by Gratiana Lovelace (2021); click the image to link to my story on my Wattpad site
“Encouragement” (Book 1, 2016), a Regency Love Story by Gratiana Lovelace
“Expectations” (Book 2, 2018 – 2019; the sequel to “Encouragement”); link to my story at my Wattpad site
“A Magnificent Love”, is a an original contemporary romance of mine on my Wattpad site:
“Love in the Great Pine Woods”, an original love story by Gratiana Lovelace for 2015-2016
“N&S: John Thornton, Love Lessons” is my multi-generational fan fic romance completed on my Wattpad site in October 2014.
“Fire & Ice” (Revised for Wattpad, 2015), by Gratiana Lovelace
“Lost & Found” (Revised on Wattpad, 2014), this is one of my original contemporary romances, Gratiana Lovelace
“Somerset: A Time to Love” by Gratiana Lovelace (2017)
“Sir Guy’s Atonement” (Book 3) on my Wattpad site (a Wattys Awards 2015 Nominee):
“Thorin’s Dream of Love”, a 2013 short story by Gratiana Lovelace
“Of Magic & Mistletoe” (2020) by Gratiana Lovelace; click on the image to go to my story on my Wattpad site
“Standring’s Christmas Wish”, 2018 holiday short story; link to my story at my Wattpad site
For me, before there was Daniel, before there was Kenneth, before there was Proctor, before there was Gary, before there was Thorin, before there was Porter, before there was Lucas, before there was Sir Guy, before there was Harry, before there was John Standring, there was Richard Armitage as John Thornton in North & South (2004).
Gratiana's Story Links
- "A Magnificent Love", an original completed love story for the holidays by Gratiana Lovelace, posted December 2014 on my blog here
- "A Magnificent Love", an original completed love story for the holidays by Gratiana Lovelace, posted December 2014 on my Wattpad site
- "Dibley Revisited" (initial story link on my Wattpad site, 8/10/12), Gratiana Lovelace (linkposted here 2/20/13)
- "Dibley Revisited: A Season of New Beginnings", Fan Fic by Gratiana Lovelace (and all story links), 2/19/12
- "Encouragement", a Regency tale of love and romance by Gratiana Lovelace, 2016; My Wattpad link, September 24, 2016
- "Fire & Ice" (Revised for Wattpad, 2015), is my original contemporary romantic thriller, Gratiana Lovelace, August 02, 2015
- "Guy's Rose" Ch. 0 – 40: Sir Guy's journey takes a new path. The links for succeeding chapters are found in the pingbacks.
- "Guy's Rose" initial story link on Gratiana's Wattpad site, 11/02/12
- "Handsome", (Initial Scenes 0-3 & 4-7) (an original one act stage play by Gratiana Lovelace), serialized in 2 sections 1/10/12-1/11/12
- "Handsome", Scenes 0-7 End(R -rating), serialized on Wattpad, 11/16/12 Gratiana Lovelace
- "Lost & Found" by Gratiana Lovelace (Revised and enhanced for Wattpad), beginning Oct.19, 2014
- "Love & Friendship", (Initial story link on my Wattpad Site) 11/26/12 Gratiana Lovelace (link posted here 2/20/13)
- "Love & Friendship", (Initial story link) 11/26/12 Gratiana Lovelace
- "Love is a Choice" (a period love story), by Gratiana Lovelace, 3/15/13–initial story link on my blog here
- "Love is a Choice" (a period love story), by Gratiana Lovelace, 3/15/13–initial story link on my Wattpad site
- "Lucas North, Nightwalker: A Spooky Tale" by Gratiana Lovelace (2013 ) –on my Wattpad site
- "Lucas North, Nightwalker: A Spooky Tale" by Gratiana Lovelace (2013)–on my blog
- "Mr. Romance" (Ch. 0 -34) An original fiction story by Gratiana Lovelace (Wattpad link), September 2013
- "Mr. Romance", an original fiction story by Gratiana Lovelace (links for Ch. 0-34 are listed after the references)
- "N&S: John Thornton, Love Lessons" (IP on blog) An original fan fiction by Gratiana Lovelace, October 2013
- "N&S: John Thornton, Love Lessons" (IP on Wattpad) An original fan fiction story by Gratiana Lovelace, October 2013
- "North & South: Nurturing Love" a fan fiction adaptation by Gratiana Lovelace, 2012
- "Seeing Beauty" (initial story link for Ch. 0 – 32), an original story by Gratiana Lovelace, serialized here 8/20/12 to 11/16/12
- "Sir Guy's Atonement" (Book 3), on my Wattpad site
- "Sir Guy's Dilemma" (Book 2) by Gratiana Lovelace, on my Wattpad site, 11/14/12–a Sequel to "Guy's Rose" (Book 1), linked here 2/20/13
- "Sir Guy's Dilemma", Ch. 1 (initial story post, 10/26/12–a Sequel to "Guy's Rose"), linked here 2/09/13
- "Thorin's Dream of Love", by Gratiana Lovelace 2013 (initial blog link)
- "Thorin's Dream of Love", by Gratiana Lovelace, 2013 (initial Wattpad link)
- "Thorin's Hope: A Love Story"–Ch. 0-9 (initial chapter links on Wattpad), (an original fan fiction story by Gratiana Lovelace), serialized 9/08/11 to 10/27/11 on my blog and Fall 2012 on my Wattpad site
- "Thorin's Hope: A Love Story"–Ch. 0-9 (initial chapter links), (an original fan fiction story by Gratiana Lovelace), serialized 9/08/11 to 10/27/11
- zFiclet" "N&S: John Thornton's Loving Thoughts About Margaret at the Masters' Dinner" by Gratiana Lovelace, on my Wattpad site
- zFiclet: "A Lady's Nightly Vigil of Love", a Sir Guy tale, April 10, 2013 Gratiana Lovelace
- zFiclet: "North & South: 'Look Back, Look Back at Me'", a reimagined scene, 5/15/12 Gratiana Lovelace (Post 186)
- zFiclet: "North & South: John Thornton's Loving Thoughts about Margaret Hale at the Masters Dinner", 3/28/12 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #156)
- zFiclet: "Time to Go to Bed" by Gratiana Lovelace, 2014; on my Wattpad site
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Keep Calm Ladies, Richard Armitage is Smiling
Congratulations to Richard Armitage! 2015 Saturn Awards Best Supporting Actor winner for his role of Thorin Oakenshield in “The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies”!
“THAUJ” NYC Premiere with Richard Armitage December 6, 2012
The Anglophile Channel’s 2013 Favorite British Artist Richard Armitage Interview, all 5 Parts: Teaser, 1, 2, 3, and Outtakes
zzzVideos and etc for the December Holidays
- "Twas the Night B4 Bccmee's 12 Days of Guyness", a poem parody by Gratiana Lovelace, 11/30/11 (Post # 66)
- Richard Armitage's Holiday 2011 Message, 12/24/11grati
- Video: 'We Say a Little Prayer" for Richard Armitage, by Gratiana Lovelace with Teresa Armitage, September 2012
- Video: "All I Want for Christmas" song in an RA fanvid by Fedoralady titled "My RA Christmas List (A Richard Armitage holiday fanvid)
- Video: "An RA Christmas, 2012" (holiday music), by Gratiana Lovelace, December 2012
- Video: "Deck the Rooftop – Glee Music Video" by the Kesler Family
- Video: "Eartha Kitt — Santa Baby" by Lovely Heartfull Wishes
- Video: "I'll be Home for Christmas" sung by Josh Groban
- Video: "Richard Armitage Interview – The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" London Press December 2012 by heyugusblog
- Video: "Susan Boyle – Auld Lang Syne", by athp123
“The Crucible” will be available for download starting March 17, 2015 per Digital Theatre
The Crucible: IN CONVERSATION with Richard Armitage at The Old Vic on September 2, 2014
Richard Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield Orcrist Swordplay gif by Midnightxsun
“The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug,” December 2013
Thorin Oakenshiedl (portrayed by Richard Armitage) and his band continue their quest to reclaim their homeland. Let none dare get in their way--not even a dragon. (Click on the image to go to The Hobbit movie site for up to date news and resources.)
“The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” 2013 Official Trailer#1
Richard Armitage 2012 Portraits by Robert Ascroft at RANet
Talented, charming, confident, philanthropic, handsome, gentlemanly, and kind--Richard Armitage possesses all of these qualities and more. Click on the image to download it. Then to see it and other Richard Armitage portraits, visit the RANet Promo Portraits 2012 Gallery at www.RichardArmitageNet.com
“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey – Official Trailer 2 [HD]”, Warner Brothers; “Loyalty, Honor, A Willing Heart. I can ask no more than that.”
“THAUJ” Tokyo Premiere where Richard Armitage displayed elegance, grace, and poise
“THAUJ” London Premiere with Richard Armitage looking quite the sophisticated and elegant gentleman December 12, 2012
NYC 2012 RIchard Armitage Portraits
Richard Armitage portraying Thorin Oakenshield cover of Empire magazine, 10/24/12
“THAUJ” Toronto Premiere with Richard ArmitageDec. 03, 2012
“THAUJ” Wellington World Premiere with Richard Armitage on November 28, 2012 shared by RANet
Richard Armitage interviewed about portraying Thorin Oakenshield in “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” in Accion, Nov2212
The New Hobbit Dwarfs Group Portrait, 9/27/12 (A “Bag End” dozen?)
The “Young Prince” Thorin Oakenshield (as Portrayed by Richard Armitage in “The Hobbit”)
Richard Armitage from his July 2011 Recognise Magazine photo shoot
Richard Armitage Portrait (with NZ fan Catherine) from the Isaac Theatre Royal Benefit June 23, 2012
Tag Archives: Wild Card Wednesday
Wild Wednesday! Richard Armitage is on my “RAdar”, April 01, 2020 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1291)
I have always loved this Richard Armitage early acting career video, RAdar, by Angela Smith! Enjoy! Hugs <3 & Cheers! Grati ;-> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0LBynlA4rM
Posted in Fangurling, Gratiana Lovelace, Humor, Sexy, Social Justice, social media, Society, Something About Love, Video, Wild Card Wednesday
Tagged fangurling, Gratiana Lovelace, humor, Richard Armitage, Sexy, Social Justice, social media, Society, Something About Love, Video, Wild Card Wednesday
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WCW! Delightfully amused with thumbs up Richard Armitage, May 08, 2019 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1233)
It’s the middle of the work week and anything can happen. We could be dizzyingly busy or delightfully amused. I vote for the latter. Ha! To that end …. I hope that you enjoy my latest Richarding installment! Hugs <3 … Continue reading
Posted in Goodwill, Gratiana Lovelace, Humor, John Standring, Joy, Portraits, Richard Armitage, Richarding, social media, Something About Love, Wild Card Wednesday
Tagged Goodwill, Gratiana Lovelace, humor, John Standring, Joy, portraits, Richard Armitage, Richarding, social media, Something About Love, Wild Card Wednesday
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WCW Happy May Day with flowers from some Richard Armitage characters, May 01, 2019 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1231)
WCW Happy May Day with flowers from some Richard Armitage characters, May 01, 2019 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1231) Have you ever taken a basket of flowers and hung it on a neighbor’s/friend’s door knob as a May Day gift? Perhaps … Continue reading
WCW: Richard Armitage, “Singing in the Rain”, in Budapest! March 06, 2019 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1217)
Richard Armitage, “Singing in the Rain”, in BudaPest! Images courtesy of this lovely lady, Mina Tander (via RABulgaria): Daniel and Esther on Berlin Station! Forever together, in our hearts!
Posted in Drama, EPIX Berlin Station, Gratiana Lovelace, Love and Relationships, Richard Armitage, Romance, Social Justice, social media, Society, Something About Love, Spy thriller, Wild Card Wednesday
Tagged Drama, EPIX Berlin Station, Gratiana Lovelace, Love and Relationships, Richard Armitage, romance, Social Justice, social media, Society, Something About Love, Spy thriller, Wild Card Wednesday
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WCW: Finding yet another new fragrance, at my age, February 06, 2019 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1211)
This week, I reached another milestone in my life. I have to find yet another new fragrance because my previously current fragrance was discontinued. And then there is the whole decision to make of whether you wear perfume, eau de … Continue reading
Posted in Flowers, Gratiana Lovelace, Humor, Musings, My Life, Observations about life, social media, Society, Something About Love, Wild Card Wednesday, Women
Tagged Floral Scents, Flowers, Gratiana Lovelace, humor, Musings, My Lie, Observations About Live, social media, Society, Something About Love, Wild Card Wednesday, Women
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WCW—Daniel Miller in repose, December 19, 2018 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1196)
Having caught myself up on the first three episodes of the 2018 Berlin Station season on last Sunday evening, I have to say that the following image of Daniel Miller in repose is the one that I prefer: Besides, with … Continue reading
Posted in Berlin Station mini series, Daniel Miller/Meyer in Berlin Station, Drama, Gratiana Lovelace, intrigue, Richard Armitage, Social Justice, social media, Society, Something About Love, Spy thriller, Wild Card Wednesday
Tagged Berlin Station mini series, Daniel Miller/Meyer in Berlin Station, Drama, Gratiana Lovelace, Intrigue, Richard Armitage, Social Justice, social media, Society, Something About Love, Spy thriller, Wild Card Wednesday
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WCW: Richard Armitage as Berlin Station Spy Daniel Miller tries to Keep Calm, October 10, 2018 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1188)
When spies with their complicated and danger prone lives have a bad day, they are really having a bad day. Cue the talented British actor Richard Armitage portraying Daniel Miller (in the keep calm wallpaper above, courtesy of Mat Khal, … Continue reading
Posted in Berlin Station mini series, Daniel Miller/Meyer in Berlin Station, Drama, Gratiana Lovelace, Keep Calm RA posters, Love and Relationships, Richard Armitage, Sexy, smoulder, Social Justice, social media, Society, Something About Love, Spy thriller, Storytelling, Wild Card Wednesday
Tagged Berlin Station mini series, Daniel Miller/Meyer in Berlin Station, Drama, Gratiana Lovelace, Keep Calm RA posters, Love and Relationships, Richard Armitage, Sexy, smoulder, Social Justice, social media, Society, Something About Love, Spy thriller, Storytelling, Wild Card Wednesday
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Wild Card Wednesday! Richard Armitage Lucas/JP Pressure Smouldering/Soothing Moves in JulietD001 video, October 03, 2018 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1187)
My day Tuesday: Awaken at 5:00am, take anti-muscle spasm pill and two ice paks, return to bed to doze for 30 more minutes, shower and primp for the day, go to the office, finish projects amongst last minute requests for … Continue reading
Posted in Fangurling, Gratiana Lovelace, John Porter, Lucas North, Richard Armitage, smoulder, social media, Society, Something About Love, Spooks, Strike Back, Video, Wild Card Wednesday
Tagged fangurling, Gratiana Lovelace, John Porter, Lucas North, Pressure, Richard Armitage, smoulder, social media, Society, Something About Love, Spooks, Strike Back, Video, Wild Card Wednesday
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Wolverine Wednesday! Richard Armitage interview snippet about his role of Logan-Wolverine and images, May 09, 2018 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1162)
Love this video interview snippet (below) with the oh so talented British actor Richard Armitage talking about his role of Logan for “Wolverine: The Long Night” podcast! “Marvel’s “Wolverine: The Long Night” Podcast – Richard Armitage as Logan” – … Continue reading
Posted in "Wolverine: The Long Night" by Marvel, audio books, Creativity, Fantasy, Fiction, Film Noir, Graphic, Gratiana Lovelace, Interview, Portraits, Radio Play, Richard Armitage, Screen caps, Sexy, Thriller, Wild Card Wednesday
Tagged "Wolverine: The Long Night" podcast, Audio Books, creativity, Fantasy, fiction, Film Noir, Graphic, Gratiana Lovelace, Interview, portraits, Radio Play, Richard Armitage, Screen caps, Sexy, Thriller, Wild Card Wednesday, Wolverine Wednesday
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February 28, 2018 is Rare Disease Day, Guest Post by Kitty about Icthyosis, February 28, 2018 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1148)
(reprinted with permission from Kitty’s February 28, 2015 post on Facebook) The best treatments for any rare disease / disorder are acceptance, friendship, education, love, and respect. For some, their rare disease is visible. For others, theirs [illness] goes unnoticed. … Continue reading
Posted in Beauty, Compassion, Courage, Empowerment, Goodwill, Gratiana Lovelace, Guest Post, Ichthyosis, Illness, Kindness, Medical, rare disease, Respect, Wild Card Wednesday
Tagged Beauty, Compassion, Courage, Empowerment, First, Goodwill, Gratiana Lovelace, Guest Post, Ichthyosis, illness, Kindness, medical, rare disease, Respect, Wild Card Wednesday
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Wild Card Weddings Wednesday: Prince Harry Kennedy, King Oleron, and Richard Armitage, January 24, 2018 Gratiana Lovelace (Post#1137)
With all of the Royal Wedding fever with Prince Harry and now Princess Eugenie, I’m thinking of another “Prince” Harry–and maybe King Oleron, and the man himself, the talented British actor Richard Armitage–whom I would like to see at the … Continue reading
Posted in Dreams, Fangurling, Fantasy, Gratiana Lovelace, Humor, marriage, Musings, Portraits, Positivity, RASelfie, Richard Armitage, Richarding, Smiles, smoulder, social media, Society, Something About Love, Weddings, Wild Card Wednesday
Tagged Dreams, fangurling, Fantasy, Gratiana Lovelace, humor, marriage, Musings, portraits, Positivity, RASelfie, Richard Armitage, Richarding, Smiles, smoulder, social media, Society, Something About Love, Weddings, Wild Card Wednesday
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Richard Armitage in 2018’s “Ocean’s 8”–First Look Trailer from WB, December 20, 2017 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1126)
This is going to be fun! Thanks to TeresaA for pointing me to the video link!
Posted in "Ocean's 8" 2018 film, Caper film, Comedy, Fiction, Fun, Gratiana Lovelace, Humor, Jewelry making, Love and Relationships, movies, Richard Armitage, Social Justice, Society, Something About Love, Video, Wild Card Wednesday, Women
Tagged "Ocean's 8" 2018 film, Caper film, Comedy, fiction, Fun, Gratiana Lovelace, humor, Jewlery making, Love and Relationships, movies, Richard Armitage, Social Justice, Society, Something About Love, Video, Wild Card Wednesday, Women
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