a saturday movie review

limitless
***** stars
bradley cooper, robert de niro (actors)

blake & i spent our friday night watching this thriller/action movie. the movie is about a struggling writer (bradley cooper) whose life mimics that of a homeless person. he is given a pill that allows 100% access to his brain. suddenly he has the power to remember, recall, and react to everything around him. the depth of his access is explored throughout the movie which keeps you intrigued. but, as we all know, something too good is usually too good. so at what cost/limit is it worth to take this pill? watch the movie & find out.

it was really good, the ending left you thinking "what?!?! more, more, more!", which is always good.
the acting and cinematic filming was awesome. 'on demand' it tonight!

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got up this morning to check out some garage sales and local thrift shops. i am looking for books and storage solutions. i have also decided to have a craft saturday! my older and awesome sister, remember, the pregnant one, gave me a wreath for my classroom so i plan to turn it into something awesome. i also have a guest room table that needs some tlc. so, i have a date with modge podge and wrapping paper. i will post pictures later.

happy saturday!

a week's review: 8/1/2011-8/7/2011

this week i felt overwhelmed. my plate felt full and i was unable to dig deep within myself to find a solution to the situation. with the help of fellow blogger eclectically e i found motivation to unpack on box per day. below are the empty boxes ready for recycling pick-up!

i saw this diy cheap project and had to try it. the beads are actually a much prettier blue, and i found everything at the dollar tree.

i posted about my classroom needs and financial woes. blake printed out a zillion coupons for me and brought them home to me with these supplies. my heart is full and humbled by the outpouring of help that others have offered.

bella went to her check-up and we found out that she does not need anymore surgeries and she is on the road to recovery.

headboard is almost complete, this picture does not show the birds i added to the ends of the garland.

today will be spent going through boxes, painting, and preparing for the up and coming week.

happy happy birthday to my sweet mother-in-law, kathy.

i hope everyone gives thanks to Him and has a relaxing day.

for those who have already helped out so much and for everyone praying for us:

choosing to be happy

today i am filled with happiness, or rather choosing to be. as the end of the school year winds down i have several tasks that must be checked off of my list before i can bask in the glory of the summer sun. normally i would panic and attack everything at once and wind up crying on the floor amongst my mess. no, not today. blake gave me some great advice last night, "stay a little later and check one more thing off of your list".

he is so wise and keeps me on my toes. i love the fact that we know exactly what to say to the other person to make them feel more powerful and motivated. thank you handsome husband.

i encourage you to find your happy place & go there.

tonight i look forward to happiness with my husband and an episode of csi.