this makes me happy
Things you should know about me. Part 1.
One of my favorite things in the whole wide world to do is to put on some pjs, throw some popcorn in the microwave, and cuddle up to watch a GOOD movie. And yes please, don’t ignore that fact. A good movie. Which I find is quite hard to do now-a-days. I mean I know I have been poisoned by Emerson as to how I watch, listen, and look at movies, but regardless its not that easy. So you can see how pleased I would be when I finally watch one that I not only enjoy, but feel better after watching such a message. Well tonight I got to enjoy one such movie, that also came in a cute and cuddly package. Got you guessing?
Monsters, Inc.
If you are surprised, you must have not seen the movie. I realized once again why its my favorite Disney Pixar film. And probably my favorite animated film in general. Why? It left me feeling all warm and fuzzy. The story line, the creativity, and look of this film are all beyond amazing. Along with the sheer cuteness of the movie. And Boo. Don’t even get me started. I hope that when I have a child, that it is as cute and adorable as that. And you betcha that I will be dressing it up in that baby monster costume for Halloween. No doubt in my mind.
But while I was also enjoying the cuteness, I realized something else deeper than that. It was so refreshing to watch a message that was both simple and pure: that when you love someone you are willing to do anything and everything to help them. And that’s without nudity or mind games, or real violence. Even more unimaginable. It was soooo nice to not worry about being grossed out, exposed, or thinking too much to enjoy a movie. And a happy ending to boot? The best. I think everyone should start watching more animated movies, and realize the simple goodness that you can have while watching a movie. The world might be a better place, with just a extra pinch of sheer cuteness.
So…I’m going to give this an honest try.
Today at work, a lovely cool air-conditioned paper store, I was talking to a fellow co-worker and we started talking about blogs. She was talking about her own blog as well as another lovely lady who works us blog. And I was listening to all of this with two thoughts. First was “Who has all that time?” and the second was “Oo! I want one!” Hilarious but true. I thought about it more through-out the day. Maybe a blog doesn’t have to be something I constantly have to update and refresh? Maybe I wouldn’t have to post absolutely everything and anything I do? Cause otherwise I would be a BAD blogger. No. Maybe I could use this as a tool to keep what inspires me, share with others, and see what else is out there…now that’s a nice thought. I’m the kind of person who always wants have my eyes open. Take in all that I can. And like everyone else living in today’s world, constantly bombarded with new media, can’t possibly remember everything. Even all the things I would want to. So let’s give this a try. An honest try. Not like ‘every other two weeks for a month’. Something I check, add to, and let grow. I’ve sprinkled the seeds.
now I just need to add water.
too much? never.
