Lunch and Movie Date...

Today was Hubby's birthday and we went on a date.  First we went to the thrift store, then a nice lunch and off to see the movie "Lincoln."

We woke up to a mist and a yard and driveway full of water and ice.  The sky was grey and it seemed like a perfect day to spend shopping, eating and watching a movie.  

Apparently donations are down all over thrift world...it was the third place I've been in the last week that had lots of empty spaces.  I should spend some time going through my treasures and add to their shelves.  At any rate...we bought nothing.  Sad.

So on to a nice lunch where we met a friend.  Then we all went to see "Lincoln."  We all enjoyed the 2 1/2 hours of court room like drama.  To say that the process of getting legislation through Congress hasn't changed much is ironic.  I would compare it to making sausage...you can't believe what has to be done to produce a final product...a very enlightening process.

I have had Doris Kearns Goodwin's book, Team of Rivals, since it came out.  This movie is based on parts of her book.  I need to finish reading that book because the movie has piqued my interest again.  I need more information. 

Just this week it was announced that this movie is up for 12 Oscars.  The cast is made up of many familiar faces...Daniel Day-Lewis, Sally Field, and Tommy Lee Jones to name just a few.  The acting is mesmerizing.  However, the ending is tragic.  As people were leaving the theater, we heard them talk about how they knew what was coming but it was still a shock.

History...we need to learn about the past and remember the process and celebrate the victories.

Go see this movie...its well worth the effort.  It makes you think and think some more.

Bonnie