Dark, sinister, and surprisingly scary. Hope you have a great weekend!
Thursday, March 27, 2014
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
What's on The Screen? : Joker
You know a lot of the time we like to stay in our comfort zone when it comes to films. Usually because there are hesitations. When it comes to foreign films a lot of people don't like reading subtitles. Then the next complaint I've heard is that the audio doesn't sync. In this instance I chose to watch the film with the subtitles. And it was worth all the reading.
Joker is basically a comedy film based on the idea of a forgotten village. We get to see them trying to get help for their home, and we also get to see them use aliens as a means to an ends. But what I liked most about the film was the music. The music was wonderful and makes you want to dance. I might not know what they're singing about, but it's great to listen to.
The reviews I read after watching the film were fairly negative. Which surprised me since I thought it was a rather creative storyline. It was fresh for me, and was fun. I do recommend the movie if you have the time and patience to red the subtitles. The costumes for some of the aliens were amazing. So if you're interested in some unique costumes, take some time and look them up. You won't be disappointed.
Oh! And side note, just because you're the wild card doesn't mean you can't amount to anything. Sometimes that's what makes you able to win the game.
Joker is basically a comedy film based on the idea of a forgotten village. We get to see them trying to get help for their home, and we also get to see them use aliens as a means to an ends. But what I liked most about the film was the music. The music was wonderful and makes you want to dance. I might not know what they're singing about, but it's great to listen to.
The reviews I read after watching the film were fairly negative. Which surprised me since I thought it was a rather creative storyline. It was fresh for me, and was fun. I do recommend the movie if you have the time and patience to red the subtitles. The costumes for some of the aliens were amazing. So if you're interested in some unique costumes, take some time and look them up. You won't be disappointed.
Oh! And side note, just because you're the wild card doesn't mean you can't amount to anything. Sometimes that's what makes you able to win the game.
Monday, March 24, 2014
Music Monday 10
Monday again. Why does the week always start on Monday? *rolls over and puts a pillow over her head to blot out the sun and the sounds of the world* I just want to get some sleep!
James Arthur : Faded
Harvey : Thank You
Elyar Fox : Colourblind
M.A.D : Toyboy
Massad : Girl Next Door
Sunday, March 23, 2014
Late Response
This is a sufficiently late response about a sermon that was given on 3/9. If you weren't there, don't worry. But if you were there is a chance that you would have a better idea about what my notes are about.
First off I marked most of my notes into the margins of the church bulletin so there really isn't a ton of them but I do think that they may be of interest to some of you. You know what the bulletin is, if you don't leave me a comment and your email address and I will happily send you a picture of one. My notes were written as responses seemed necessary at points. But we all know that sermons aren't supposed to be turned into question and response sessions. And they're not really an open forum discussion either.
Secondly it was the first sermon in Lent. Pastor is presenting an interesting series of sermons entitled "Red Letters (Finding Our Story In The Story Of Jesus)". Meaning the focus is on the spoken words of Jesus, as well as his actions. This particular sermon focused on Matthew 4: 1-11, and was titled "Tempted."
So what were my responses/observations? They're things I thought some of you may find interesting.
Now, as to the sermon the following week on 3/16. This sermon was called "Boxes" and was a reflection on Matthew 17: 1-8. The point of this particular sermon was that people try to put God into a box. But boxes aren't always big enough to contain what we try to keep inside them.
In a round about way boxes can be likened to stereotypes and expectations. Personally I found this sermon slightly distressing. It had nothing to do with Pastor, or what he was saying as a whole. It had to do with the fact that there is a lot of things going on for me right now. Sermons are supposed to do that though, not distress, but they're intended top make guests of the church and members of the congregation reflect and contemplate the content of the sermon.
I didn't take specific notes this particular Sunday. I listened in the nursery with my nephews.
Why did I find this particular sermon distressing? I feel limited lately. It feels like people only see me for what they want me to be, not everything that I can be. What they have a tendency to forget is that there is a lot more to life than just what other people expect. If we only ever did what other people expected of us, we would never achieve our full potential. So, I suppose my observation and sentiment is that no one should be boxed up.
Remember, there's a very popular old saying; Think outside the box. Life can be so much better if you do.
Alright, well that's enough on my thoughts on the sermons at church. I know not all of you really are all that religious but it doesn't hurt anything to think about the messages, since they can be useful outside of the course of religion too.
First off I marked most of my notes into the margins of the church bulletin so there really isn't a ton of them but I do think that they may be of interest to some of you. You know what the bulletin is, if you don't leave me a comment and your email address and I will happily send you a picture of one. My notes were written as responses seemed necessary at points. But we all know that sermons aren't supposed to be turned into question and response sessions. And they're not really an open forum discussion either.
Secondly it was the first sermon in Lent. Pastor is presenting an interesting series of sermons entitled "Red Letters (Finding Our Story In The Story Of Jesus)". Meaning the focus is on the spoken words of Jesus, as well as his actions. This particular sermon focused on Matthew 4: 1-11, and was titled "Tempted."
So what were my responses/observations? They're things I thought some of you may find interesting.
- Destiny is not certain. It is in flux due to the actions of all those surrounding you. Your choices and theirs affect the outcomes over time.
- Lent acknowledges hardship, but ultimately shows that it can be defeated.
- Change is an element of time and consciousness.
- Effort is all relevant to the amount of desire one has to acquire the change or desired result.
- Simplicity is reflective of perspective.
- Hungry
- Angry
- Lonely
- Tired
Now, as to the sermon the following week on 3/16. This sermon was called "Boxes" and was a reflection on Matthew 17: 1-8. The point of this particular sermon was that people try to put God into a box. But boxes aren't always big enough to contain what we try to keep inside them.
In a round about way boxes can be likened to stereotypes and expectations. Personally I found this sermon slightly distressing. It had nothing to do with Pastor, or what he was saying as a whole. It had to do with the fact that there is a lot of things going on for me right now. Sermons are supposed to do that though, not distress, but they're intended top make guests of the church and members of the congregation reflect and contemplate the content of the sermon.
I didn't take specific notes this particular Sunday. I listened in the nursery with my nephews.
Why did I find this particular sermon distressing? I feel limited lately. It feels like people only see me for what they want me to be, not everything that I can be. What they have a tendency to forget is that there is a lot more to life than just what other people expect. If we only ever did what other people expected of us, we would never achieve our full potential. So, I suppose my observation and sentiment is that no one should be boxed up.
Remember, there's a very popular old saying; Think outside the box. Life can be so much better if you do.
Alright, well that's enough on my thoughts on the sermons at church. I know not all of you really are all that religious but it doesn't hurt anything to think about the messages, since they can be useful outside of the course of religion too.
Thursday, March 20, 2014
Why Trust Is Worth It
This weeks Thursday video looks at the concept of trust. It's amazing the way two people can move together, and that those movements can be so simple, so beautiful, and so inspiring. They tell a story, hopefully you enjoy it and see something here like I did.
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