Talladega Nights Movie Review

Let me preface this post with a disclaimer. I am fully aware that a few of my friends are real into Nascar, this post is not meant to offend you. If you are afraid it might, quit reading now and wait for my next post.

Okay, I *laughed my butt off.* I seriously laughed. This movie made so much fun of the rednecks that eat, sleep and breathe Nascar. Personally, I wouldn't go to a Nascar race even if Starbucks had a free coffee booth. I don't see the thrill of watching cars go around the same track over and over and over and over...you get my drift. I equivocate it to watching paint dry. So, I knew that Will Ferrell would do it up right. He did not disappoint. That scene where he thinks he's on fire and he's running around the track in his whitie tighties while he's praying to Tom Cruise and to Oprah - - priceless.

There were also some pretty stinking funny movie lines that will forever be embedded in my brain. For example: When asked about his success he said, "you know, every morning, I get up and just piss success." It cracked me up.

Then, his kids' names. Walker and Texas Ranger. Too funny.

It was Redneck for sure. There were product endorsements all over the place. Just for being sattirical, I give it an A-. Will Ferrell, however, deserves a strong A. Funny movie.

Please pray for Bobby...

It looks like my brother has Dengue Fever. Please pray for him and his family. You can view further information on his website at:

www.bobbycox.org

Georgia...

I have a scrapbook friend that I met back toward the first of this year. At the time, she told us she is terminal (cancer) and only has about two years. She is only 50 years old. She doesn't have any family to help care for her, just her husband. Another good scrapbook friend has really taken her under her wing and has done anything and everything she can do to help. It's just so hard to watch a friend lose their battle - right in front of your eyes. It's heartbreaking. So, please be in prayer for Georgia and her family. Please pray for peace, love and comfort as she deals with this life altering illness. Pray that she can plug in to a church that will love on her and take care of her. Mostly pray for God's timing. Let us all be open to that. Pray for Georgia!!

Flowers for Mom

Here is my latest project. J brought me some flowers that I had once used in the kitchen. I love daisies. I took advantage of the photo op and got this great shot. I used three of the flowers from the bouquet in the layout. I hope you like it.

The price of frienship...

Should there be a price on it? I think we all know the answer to that one.

Should I support a business that isn't kind to everyone? Just because personalities don't mesh? Should everyone who shops at this store walk on eggshells because one of the owners is hyper-sensitive? I'm growing weary of being told how lucky I am because other businesses wouldn't give me the same perks. What kind of perk is it to be put in the middle of a nasty situation? (And not for the first time!) Is it a perk to be talked about behind your back? Not a perk I'm interested in. I must admit. I've been just as guilty of talking about others. I hate that. It makes me feel like a hypocrite. I'm just ashamed of myself for not standing up for my friends. And by the way, what ever happened to "the customer is always right?" In this particular situation, only *certain* customers are right. The sad thing is, I think I'm a *certain* customer. I'm treated nice. That I know of. There are other days that I feel like I'm not. It depends on owners mood and what she needs from me that day. Ooooooh. I don't like the way that sounded. I feel like I need to smack myself in the head and say, "Helloooooooo??????" Can you say *being used*?

DH pointed out that anytime or any place you get a group of women together, there's going to be trouble. I think he's right. I've seen it happen more often than not. Do men have these problems? Rarely. Why can't we just mind our own business and keep our freakin' mouths shut? They just get us in trouble. It keeps me in trouble.

My solution to the problem. Hmmmm. I don't think I will withdraw all of my business there. Not that I'm a huge customer anymore, anyway. I will however commit to the following:

1. Quit walking on eggshells
2. Stand up for friends being talked about and not join in or initiate such nasty conversations
3. Not be afraid to shop at other locations or online
4. Recognize that I've been used and not allow that to happen anymore
5. Just be *kind.* Treat others the way I'd want to be treated.

If this doesn't work, I'll re-evaluate later.

I'm not an Ogre...really!

Wow, I must sound really mean. I've struck the fear into my friends. I don't mean to offend. It's just my personality. Say it like it is. It, along with my facial expressions, keeps me in trouble. For the record, you are allowed to chew gum around me. I chew gum. And I probably actually smack it sometimes. I, like Yoda, am afraid of dragon breath. So, point it out to me if I'm smacking or popping. I deserve it and will very likely get a good laugh out of it. Just don't litter. I will report you!!! Ha ha ha!!!

Don't Mess With Texas

Busted! I got someone today. When will people learn? No littering. Especially when it's one of my pet peeves. It was a cigarette butt. Don't mess with Texas!

My Day

I changed six poopy diapers today. That doesn't include the wet ones. How was your day?

Favorite Actresses

Thanks for the inspiration K. Here are my favorite actresses and my favorite movie that they are in.

1. Angelina Jolie - Mr. & Mrs. Smith
2. Bonnie Hunt - Return to Me
3. Reese Witherspoon - Sweet Home Alabama
4. Julia Roberts - Stepmom
5. Meg Ryan - When Harry Met Sally
6. Kate Hudson - How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
7. Kirsten Dunst - Mona Lisa Smile
8. Michelle Pfeiffer - Up Close and Personal
9. Julia Ormond - Legends of the Fall
10. Julie Andrews - The Sound of Music
11. Ashley Judd - Double Jeopardy
12. Julia Stiles - Save the Last Dance
13. Catherine Zeta Jones - Chicago
14. Nicole Kidman - The Interpreter
15. Annette Bening - The American President
16. Jodie Foster - The Silence of the Lambs
17. Diane Lane - Unfaithful & Under The Tuscan Sun
18. Diane Keaton - Something's Gotta Give
19. Susan Sarandon - Stepmom (I don't like her politically)
20. Sandra Bullock - Miss Congeniality

Late post...

Be sure to scroll down and look at a post from the other day. I started it on Saturday but didn't finish it until today. It's called Pet Peeves. I just don't want you to miss it. It's written from the heart!

Favorite Actors

Like the movies, but in no particular order. BTW, I can't even believe that I left Steel Magnolias and Pretty Woman off of my movie list. What was I thinking? Anyway, I've listed off my favorite actors. Some are on the list just because they are so funny or I think they are great actors. The rest are either both of the above or just because they are HOT! You figure it out... I also picked my favorite movie that he is in.

Here's the guys...

1. Harrison Ford - The Fugitive
2. Brad Pitt - Legends of the Fall
3. Matthew McConaughey ** okay, he's actually my fave!! - How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
4. Matt Damon - Oceans 11
5. Ben Affleck - Pearl Harbor or Armageddon
6. Robert Redford - Up Close and Personal
7. Michael Douglas - A Perfect Murder
8. Cuba Gooding, Jr. - Jerry Maguire
9. Denzel Washington - Man on Fire
10. Ed Harris - Stepmom
11. Heath Ledger - The Patriot
12. Richard Gere - Pretty Woman
13. Rupert Everett - My Best Friend's Wedding
14. Dermot Mulroney - The Wedding Date
15. Robert Duvall - Lonesome Dove
16. Tommy Lee Jones - Lonesome Dove & The Fugitive
17. Josh Hartnett - Pearl Harbor
18. Billy Crystal - City Slickers (both) & When Harry Met Sally
19. Kurt Russell - Backdraft
20. Robert DeNiro - Cape Fear & Meet the Parents
21. Ben Stiller - Meet the Parents
22. Mark Ruffalo - 13 Going on 30
23. Will Ferrell - Kicking & Screaming or Wedding Crashers
24. Tom Hanks - Sleepless in Seattle
25. Sean Connery - First Knight