Molly's Moonlit Stroll

"Molly's Moonlit Stroll"


I am taking Molly for a walk like I do every night at this time. I grabbed for the leash up on the door handle as Molly jumps up and down..... Back and forth. You could see it in her eyes... she knew. I put my hand on the door nob and slowly turned as her eyes stared heavily on the knob and then the door... waiting for the door to open so she can spring into action. I tease her inch by inch but she doesn't grow tired instead it seems to make her want her freedom more than ever. I slowly open the door just enough for her to squeeze her little body through and take off as she jumps off the first step to the somewhat greenish grass below. Ah, freedom is in the air as she relieves herself on the front lawn. "Good Girl, Molly! Thanks for watering the grass since the Association won’t fix the sprinkler, someones got to do it. Thank goodness, we have you to do that," I said as she looks all proud of herself. Then she looks both ways to see what is going on with the neighbors. I wonder sometimes if she where a person would she be the nosey neighbor who spy's on everyone or the protector of the neighborhood, defender of the people who live in little boxed houses. Dunt-du-ta-da-da...DUN-Dun-dun-dun.

Molly runs to her boyfriends house just 3 doors down a poodle terrier named Jack. As I enjoy the view...the wind is lightly blowing through my hair and the sidewalk streetlights are at a dull glow as though they were candles lit just for me. The moon shines just a sliver as though it were trying to pretend it's asleep. In the distance, you can see the sunset wasn’t finished with just a little orange and pink laying on the mountain top. As I walk by the homes of my neighbors I see that some of the houses are dark and some have their windows open with the lights on and still others you can see just a peak of their home though the crack of the blinds. I imagine what their lives are like and what made them live here. I wonder if they are happily married, unhappily single or ect. What kind of jobs do they have? I wonder if I could get some good decoration tips from their homes. LOL...

Molly scratches at Jacks door but no one is home so we move on. She prances like a small pony. I think how cute is this little girl of mine and how special she is to me. How can something so small capture your heart? I see another window open it seems impossible to turn away. A couple cuddling on the couch...he grabs her hand, she kisses him and puts her head on his shoulder. It makes me wonder is their someone for everyone or is everyone on their own and just maybe in the magic of love life makes lemonade.

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XOXO

Yes to "Yes Man"

On the go again to say yes to "Yes Man". Blair and I spent the day around friends and family crashing in an over sized living room of a good friend's home this afternoon cheering the CARDS on to victory but after stuffing our faces and engaging in aerobic activity due to spirited cheer we decided to head to the movies. What else would be appropriate in an overly masculine day but "Yes Man". "Yes Man" provided just the right amount of humor, life and love. This movie makes you want to live your best life and say Yes to life's adventure. I give this movie a 3.5 popcorn for humor, adventure, love and life.

Carl (Jim Carrey) was humorous playing a character who was disengaged with his life becoming nearly a hermit due to a past breakup and on the verge of losing what friends he had when he finds the power to say yes to anything and everything asked of him through a self help seminar. The power to say yes leads him on a path of self discovery and along the way life becomes better than he ever expected. He finds himself promoted, popular, playing guitar, speaking Korean, doing flying lessons, saving lives, jumping off bridges and best of all in love.


Allison (Zooey Deschanel) and Carl make a perfect couple as he is just beginning the skills of living and she has been living as a free spirit. Allison and Carl's adventure take them all over the city on a little scooter. I wonder why that sounds familiar? She is definitely a kindred spirit for me. Although this actress captured by attention long ago with the bird seen in "Failure to Launch," I must say she makes a great leading lady too. Until our we meet again.... keep your helmets on and your adventures strong.

XOXO

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The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Reviewed

Late last night Blair my roommate and I jumped on my red Vespa having to leave Molly Way home to guard the house and headed to the movies. "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" was definitely Curious indeed for both of us last night until we finally were able to put our curiosity behind us long enough to view this beautifully visual display of filmography. I rate this film 4 out of 5 popcorn and definitely a must see for any movie lover. Here is my take on this film.

Life is put into perspective when viewing a film such as "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button." I wasn't sure what to expect when seeing such a film but was intrigued to see how the aging process could be pulled off to such a degree to make a person age backwards. I knew this film would be a hit or miss but in this viewers opinion it was a hit. This film was like a symphony lulling you to feel the characters every emotion with similarities that pass the boundaries from story to life. It is a story of everyman and reaches to the heart of the viewer to capture a scrapbook styled romance between each of the characters throughout a human life.

David Fincher, who is recognized for his contemporary style directing in such films as Zodiac and Fight Club has taken a turn to accomplish such beauty and warmth in this film. Along with the writing style of Eric Roth who wrote films such as Forest Gump which has a strikingly familiar feel to this film has recreated F._Scott_Fitzgerald's classic short story and has also caused an Oscar buzz in the air. The imagery, lighting, special effects and story telling are reminiscent of old Hollywood and are the high lights of this film.

We are all fascinated with the thought of looking young and if any one person were able to find and distribute the fountain of youth that one person would be the richest person on the plant because though most of us don't really want to admit it we all focus way to much on looks in our own ways. Benjamin Buttons (Brad Pitt) is as much curious as odd to the characters he meets. Born in a body of an 80 year old man he becomes younger as he grows older. He gleans knowledge through his travels and the characters he meets as each one changes a part of his life. His heart belongs to one woman in particular, Daisy (Cate Blanchett), who he loves but struggles with the differences in their lives. The other actors bring life to the film with such scenes of lightning striking a man seven times as he reminds us throughout the film. The unexpected humor about life, love and age was surprising and smart and left me mesmerized.

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Phoenix Light Rail on the Go.

Phoenix is on the move with the Light Rail being the talk of the town. The lines were long and the weather was cold but the trains kept moving along about every 10 minutes or less. After many years and $1.4 billion of tax payers dollars was this really worth the ride? Saturday, December 27th 2008, was the grand opening and most of the valley came out to ride the rails as was evident when on the train being cheek to cheek with your partner and all the handy new friends that were made due to over crowding.

This past weekend I decided to take my adventure on the go and see why for the last few years this city has been turned upside down. I along with my room-mate Blair drove down to 19th Ave/Camelback (free parking) and hopped on the train witch seemingly was simply enough. The crowds were large but determined to make a day of the event I managed to stand in line to catch the train around 11 o'clock in the morning the crowds were manageable at this time in the morning and the volunteers were very helpful. Blair and I were guided down to Applebee's for lunch on Central and Camelback.

Applebee's is a favorite hangout for Blair and I. The food and fun memorabilia on the walls makes it a great lunch time treat.


These items that were found on the wall carried the theme through the day. This Applebee's seemed to be even busier and according to the waitress everyone was there for the same reason to check the rails. Every one was talking about the train even a single dad out with his three kids for an adventurous day. He stated that he was fueling up to head back in to the crowds and on to the train to go back home to Mesa.

The food is always really good. I really enjoy the laid back environment.

The two for twenty deal was the best for us on a budget. Blair ordered the Salad and steak dinner and I ordered the Grilled Lime Chicken dinner. YUM, YUM, YUM.... and it came with the cheese sticks too. We paid our bill and then went on our way. We wondered by some protesters on route back to the train.

Back on track we headed toward the train and waited for the next one which didn't take to long. This time it was alittle more difficult to get on. It was packed and we had to squeeze in to get on. Little to cozy and the uncomfortable closeness of my neighbor make be start random conversations which was hard to get away from. As we headed on to the next stop few people were getting on and off. My fellow trainees stated that most of the people on the train were from Mesa trying to get back home. Kids were being held by the parents or sucked under foot by on goers. Once we got down town a few more people got off which gave us a chance to grab some seats on the upper deck. Now we were able to enjoy the view. I couldn't believe how many main stream stops there were. It was great to see long the way. The Science Center, Hard Rock Cafe, AZ Republic, Ball Field, Mill Ave, Ect were some of the few.

When we started this trip the plan was to go all the way to Mesa but as we were talking to the other passengers and the day was getting later Mill Ave sounded like the best place to get off. Since I have never really walked down it before so after going over the Tempe lake which was beautiful and watching all the pedal pushing boats going around in circles under way we got off at the Mill Ave stop. The shops and food was highly worth the stop and if a few of you out there have not gotten out and about to do this I recommend it for sure. I will let the Pic speak for me here.



















Ok, so I guess you figured it out we are back tracking our way home now. I was a long day but my vote is that it was defiantly worth the trip. I will be riding the train again so all of my Phoenix friends should at least try it once. I never thought I would be a hobo riding the rails but it looks like I have gone to the other side with the help of the Light Rail.


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I've Arrived!

Yes, It's true I have arrived. I am beginning my metamorphism of blogging my thoughts, travel, favs and the unique things that make me, me! What should you expect from my blogg... Adventure, excitement, romance, stories, travel and much more. Basically, a movie on paper. I can hear the questions now.... Your life is that exciting? No, my blogg is about putting adventure in your everyday life and making the most of your life... to live in the moment. There will be times I fail or mess up but I am putting my trust in you my fellow blogger/readers/ect. to help me get back on track. I encourage your commits and suggestions....

I love to travel but in this economy I won't be able to travel to far. Where ever I go I will take you with me on my little Red Vespa with a side car for you just make sure you don't step on my Chipoo, Molly Way(pics to come later). Wait and see what I have in store for you. I will rate my experience on my blogg just for you. You can send me your suggestions of where I should go and I will respond.

Writing is my passion and I do it when ever I can. I have stories to tell you... anything from fiction to sci-fi... Comedy to real life. Don't be surprised if you end up on my blogg too.

Molly Way is my side kick and my best friend. She is a character in and of her self. She is well trained but as you know because she is a dog she will be discriminated a against so there will be times I leave her home. I try and get her out and about as much as possible tho.

Movies are something I live for so beware I will be rating my movies of the ones I go to. Who doesn't love movies? Right?

I want to make this the best possible blogg out there so please send suggestions.

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