Not on Our Watch: The Mission to End the Genocide in Darfur
Also on my 101 List, is to watch classic movies. H happened to record this on our DVR, so we watched in a relaxing Sunday afternoon. Great movie- but such a sad and tragic topic. All war movies are difficult for me to watch, but it was amazing to see the pride and eagerness that African Americans were willing to fight and die in the Civil War.
Given my recent shift in political views, I wanted to learn more about the supreme court. I know that above and beyond all the issues of each and every election, both sides cry out "...and don't forget the importance of life time judicial appointments!" I wanted to understand better why the court has remained "liberal", even after a string of appointments by Republican judges. It's a good- mostly about the judges themselves and not specific cases.
Watched this movie on the airplane and probably wouldn't have just picked it. Again, sort of a depressing topic- making a list of fulfilling and exciting things to do before you kick the bucket. I think everybody should make that list long before they are given a short time left to live. I also wasn't too happy with him leaving his wife & family during his dying days, nor being nearly moved to tears while on a plane. ;)
Step Up 2 the Streets
Another airplane movie, but I totally dug it in all of its cheesiness. It's a culture shock and clash when a street dancing girl gets accepted to a classical dancing school. Of course, the predictable crush on dance boy, and she *frees* many of the students from their stuffy, conservative art box by starting a street dancing crew.
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Saw the Bucket List with friends. Got us all thinking. So we've made a short list. Some stuff we'll conquer with our friends. It's actually kind of an on-going topic now with them. It's kinda fun actually.
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