The Last Song...

Last night Jodi & I went to see "The Last Song" with Miley Cyrus and Greg Kinnear. I enjoyed it way more than last week's pick (The Bounty Hunter for those that are following...or maybe that would be for those who aren't following).

Anyway, this movie was a total tear jerker...you could seriously hear people sobbing in the theatre. And there were a lot of guys in the audience - a movie like this could prevent them from ever going to another chick flick.

I thought Miley Cyrus did pretty good. Greg Kinnear was awesome. And the young boy who plays Miley's younger brother in the movie was really good. I'd give it a definite 7/10.

Movie Reviews ...

So, my friend Jodi and I have taken up going to the movies on Tuesday nights. It's cheap and we figure this way we can go see a movie for less than we could rent it.
Tonight's choice was "The Bounty Hunter". Jennifer Aniston and Gerard Butler.
Jodi gave it a 6.5 or 7 (out of ten). I think a 6 would be stretching it. All the funny parts you've seen in any previews. And the ending is exactly what you expect it to be. I'm not sad I spent $4.20 to go see it...but I'm glad I didn't pay full price.

Last week we went to see "Remember Me". Robert Pattinson (Edward from the Twilight movies) and Emilie de Ravin (Claire from Lost). This one I liked. Pattinson is a pretty broody actor...no surprise there. I thought the guy who played his roommate was hilarious and Emilie de Ravin was great. But the best part about this movie was the surprise ending!! I was definitely happy we went to see it!!

I'm back...I hope...

So...it has been many many months, and I've thought often about taking the time to update my blog...but somehow it hasn't happened. I think I know the problem. It turns out I don't really have a lot to say. Well...I think I do, and than I realize I don't. But really I think I do...so I'm back...I hope...

I love this Family!!!

I was so honoured to join Matt, Lauren & Alex to have some family photos done! They turned out so great and we were really relaxed and enjoyed the experience with Christine of Click Photography!! She's amazing! She even made me look good! I thought I'd share a couple of my favourites...

This is our 80's Rock Band Album Cover...

Me and my boy...I'm such a lucky girl!!


And on a side note, thank you to everyone for their love and support through such a rough time. My step-Dad, Ian, is doing so much better. He came home last Saturday for the day with my Mom and will be coming home for a weekend visit this weekend. If all goes well, he'll be home to stay the last weekend of August. My Mom is a little nervous about it...but she is so excited to have him come home. I'm very proud of both of them!!

What a rough week

This has been a rough week for me. On Thursday I got a call from my Mom at work that my step-dad had had a stroke while they were on a holiday of sorts near Manitoulin. They had transported him to Owen Sound and didn't know what was wrong with him. I jumped in my car and headed to be with my Mom. They were flown home to Belleville on Monday (I came home on Sunday) and today he is doing much better. He'll be in the hospital for a while and will be getting some therapy while he's there. The good news is he's off all the machines and monitors and holding his own. And he's one determined man, so I know he'll fight to get back to where he was! My Mom is doing well and happy to be home in her own bed and closer to more family and lots of friends.

On Tuesday morning one of my favourite people and closest friends, Bruce, passed away after a 3 1/2 year battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). While I know he's now at peace, my heart is heavy and I can't help feeling a little lost. I am heading to Sudbury tomorrow to the visitation and funeral and to spend some time (hopefully) with his wonderful wife, Eileen, and their two very gorgeous boys, Ian and Mark.

Just a few weeks ago I was pondering the circle of life, and now I feel like it's hit me upside the head. What a crazy path we have to take to get us to where we're supposed to be.

The picture above is Bruce & I at the Walk for ALS on June 13th. I'm so thankful for all the beautiful memories. Rest easy my friend. I love you and I miss you terribly.

I survived!

So we went to Sarnia Bayfest and saw KISS live. Yes, my man painted his face before we left K-W (we were gone by 3:10 pm) and didn't wipe it off until we got home around 3:00 am. We stood and stood and stood...we got to Sarnia around 5:30 and KISS came on around 10:00 and played for over two hours. My feet have never hurt so bad in my life! I will say that I took a small break early in the evening...but there was no giving up our very cool spot about 40 feet from the stage. Matt was in heaven. Me, I've now learned that it's not really about the vocals for KISS, it's all about the crazy show they put on for their crazy fans. Man are they loyal to each other! And now I figure I have some money in the bank for when I want to do something I deem cool...oh yeah!

Countdown to KISS

Yep...it's true...the countdown to KISS has begun...two more sleeps! I have to be honest with my blogging friends and tell you I'm not crazy about the idea of going to a KISS concert. At all. However, I am very excited about sharing the experience with Matt as he fulfills a bucket list item. He has been waiting and waiting for the day he could see KISS live...freak. Anyway, we have tickets in the VIP section for Bayfest on Friday. I'm hoping these tickets will mean we're separated from the craziest fans and feeling quite pleased with our decision to get the Unlicenced VIP tickets!!

Yes, Matt plans to paint his face. I, on the other hand, cannot bring myself to do it. I'm wondering what all the cars from here to Sarnia are going to think when they see the Demon sitting in my car beside me.

I'd better get some good pics to scrapbook!