Okay, who saw it this past weekend?
Seeing as how this is one of my favorite books ever, I have been anxiously awaiting this movie all summer. I must be living under a rock, because I had no idea they were even making it into a movie up until a few months ago when The Hubs told me about it (and of course, at the time, I made him promise to take me when it came out).
The Hubs kept his word and he took me to see it last night; armed with popcorn - nevermind that I wasn't even hungry - (is it just me, or isn't it like, a crime to see a movie without having a ridiculously priced bag of butter popcorn to go with?), we settled in for the flick.
I don't want to spoil it for anyone who hasn't seen it yet, but suffice it to say, I WANT TO TRAVEL (fortunately, The Hubs and I are on the same page with this thought; we're actually in the midst of planning a big vacation for next year, so it's a start). And while we're "in Bali" and I'm crying alongside Julia Roberts (because I have no shame), I couldn't help but laugh when The Hubs leaned over and whispered:
"You would sooooooooo get chewed up by mosquitoes out there."
Ladies and Gentlemen...My husband, the realist (I'm allergic to bug bites). Love Him. :)
Hope everyone had a happy weekend!
I think I sent you that book... Right? Anyways, I can't wait to see the movie as well!!!
ReplyDeleteSee, I didn't love the book. I'm on the fence about seeing but I might cave in.
ReplyDeleteHave you ever seen EG speek?
See, I didn't love the book. I'm on the fence about seeing but I might cave in.
ReplyDeleteHave you ever seen EG speek?
Noa: Yes, you did! I usually donate my books to the library when I am done reading them, but I could not part with this one...my fave!
ReplyDeleteRebecca: See the movie - you might actually like it. Personally, the movies never do it for me as much as the books do; so much is lost in translation. I loved the book but the movie kind of fell short for me. But it was entertaining---I love Julia Roberts. And no, I haven't ever seen EG speak. You?
I saw EG speak a few times (not in person). And I found her so moving. She has this great voice that is gentle and encouraging. I actually heard her speak before reading the book which is why I think I didn't love the book. I think verbally she gave me beautiful chills and I was expecting the book to do the same. It just didn't live up to her real voice, if that makes sense.
ReplyDeleteOf course this was all long ago.
BTW, love that you give books to the library. Why had I never thought of that??
funny enough I am trying to get myself to stop being busy and read this book that comes with me in my laptop bag!!!!I may have just got the kick I needed!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this book and can't wait to see the movie! It didn't get the best reviews though? Did you like it?
ReplyDeleteAllison - the movie was...ok. Honestly, it was hard for me to dislike because I love Julia Roberts, but it didn't speak to me like the book did. Besides, the whole point of a movie is to be entertained, right?
ReplyDeleteOH FINALLY! I posted about this movie on my blog and most of the comments left said that it was no good and a few walk outs.
ReplyDeleteI was thinking to myself..."was I in a coma while watching this movie?" Because I loved it. I loved everything about it and I felt like an idiot because people were saying how bad it was. I thought I must be lolo in the head or something, but alas I think it is purely a matter of perspective and expectations. I usually have no expectations when I go into a movie so that there is no way to go but up from there. If it's no good (in my mind) then nothing lost.
I'm glad you liked it.