Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Mom (Originally Published on 5/9/2010)


What's in a mom?
That is the thought that has been floating around in my head today - predictable, I know, but it is inevitable.
So - what's in a mom? I have many mom's to look to for information on this question. Here, therefore, are some things that are in the moms that I know....
1. Everlasting patience in the face of hardship, attitudes, and downright disrespect. I look back on many things I've said to my mom throughout my life, and I deeply regret them. How is it that she had the patience to let me get it all out, take a momet (or thirty!), and then calmly let me know that even though I'm a punk sometimes, she still loves me??
2. The fortifude to keep on going, one step at a time, getting through each "next thing" that happens. One of my best friends said the other day that all she wants is a week, one week, where she can get through without something happening to someone that she loves, be it one of her children, her spouse, her family or friends. And yet, every time that next thing happens, Amanda accepts it, deals with it, and moves forward with a smile on her face. Even on days when she is at her wit's end, she still has a loving word and smile for those around her - especially her children.
3. A peace with what was, what is, and hope for what will be. My sister, who has three gorgeous children (who have the BEST AUNT EVER!!), has never had what one would call an "easy" life. Granted, it hasn't been as bad as some, but it also hasn't been great. However, she is the queen of taking a whole gigantic bucket full of lemons and making some of the best tasting lemonade you've ever had. She owns who she is, where she's been, and what she's done, and has made herself a beautiful life, full of wonderful people and a gorgeous family. She is my bestest (yes it is a word today) of friends, and I can't wait to see what she conquers next.

And to those who I know and love who aren't true mothers, your hearts are loving, you foster peace and joy and happiness in those around you, and you are always looking out for any to whom you can offer help in some way. You have the best parts of being moms in you, and cannot do anything but admire and love you for it.
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~ Mel's Movie of The Week ~

The movie this week is The Holiday, staring Kate Winslet, Cameron Diaz, Jude Law and Jack Black.
This is one of those amazing romantic comedies that isn't so heavy that you can't get some fun out of it, but it also isn't so light that you have felt you wasted two hours of your life (or in my case, many many more!!).
First off - I know everyone hates Jude Law, because he's all annoying and stuff, but man, those eyes. And then, when he puts on the glasses, well, I could honestly care less about his real-life personality! One of the most touching scenes in this movie is when he is trying to explain how hard it is for him to find a life outside being a single parent, and not be totally unfair to those he meets or, most importantly, his children.
My other favorite in this movie is Jack Black. Before I saw the film I had some serious doubts. I mean, seriously, could the master of The Pick of Destiny really pull off a role like this, without it becoming a total farce?? The answer is a resounding YES. Thankfully, though, we still get some great "classic Jack" in the Blockbuster scene, with him enthusiasticaly singing theme songs from movie classics to a quite embarrassed Kate Winslet.
All in all, I could watch this movie over and over and over again, each time wishing that I had the movie guy in my head narrating my life too, so I could have some clue as to what I should do next!
Rent it now, because you won't be sorry, and enjoy!!