Saturday, March 24, 2012

You and I'll be safe and sound...

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HAPPY HUNGER GAMES! 

Thursday and Friday were the best days of my life. I know, I know-it sounds so hyperbolic. But I have been waiting and waiting patiently for March 23rd to come around, and finally it arrived. Not to mention, it was also the day I got to see my sister after 3 months of being apart! What a way to celebrate! So after a long day at work, constantly thinking about The Hunger Games, I drove to my hometown and we all went for a pre movie dinner at our fave restaurant, before heading over to the Arclight, where our beautiful seats were waiting for us. The mood was exciting. The theatre had this huge display in the lobby, plus tons of goodies to add to my collection of geek paraphernalia. The next day, we explored LA  and ate, then ate some more, and it was amazing being able to spend time with my family. 
The movie itself was a godsend. Harry Potter was always so hard for me, because I would get so anxious about how true they'd stay to the book. I think that can be said for any book really, but this is a series I am very passionate about. And out of the 3, it is my absolute favorite-so needless to say I wanted to be satisfied. A couple thoughts:

STOP!
If you haven't seen it, don't read beyond this point.

1.) The portrayal of District 12 seemed very real to me. It was incredibly apparent that this was a place of struggle. The beginning shots were deeply moving. 
2.) The reaping was very hard to watch. But I loved the war propaganda video that was shown. It made people who didn't read the books understand why the games exist. 
3.) There was no mention of District 13, so I'm guessing Gary Ross will get into it more come Mockingjay. 
4.) Jennifer Lawrence is a wonder as an actor. She is extraordinary, and her nuances are so subtle yet so effective. She had me in a puddle several times. 
5.) Team Peeta. Josh Hutcherson is beautiful, he is a beautiful man, and a beautiful actor. Which I don't know why I was so surprised, because he was so engaging in The Kids Are Alright.  But Peeta is my 2nd favorite character in the entire book, and he did him justice. 
6.) The 60 seconds they had to stay on their pedestal in the arena...was the worst feeling. I felt like my heart was about to explode from the anxiety. 
7.) Seeing the killing. Oy vey. Very emotional. But the worst was Rue's death. I could not contain my emotions at that point. Puddle. 
8.) I wish they had shown the hovercraft picking up the dead bodies. 
9.) Loved the game center. It was surreal being able to see what the game makers were going to do in the arena. 
10.) Lots of moments were too rushed...the cave scenes. Those were some of my favorite moments in the book, because that was when Katniss realized how much Peeta loves her, and when her feelings of how important he is to her becomes apparent. The film gave us the gist, but I wish they had gotten into it more. 
12.) The acting. Oh my Lord, the acting. Everyone is superb. 
11.) It was absolutely amazing, and I cannot wait to see it again with my hubby. 

This review pretty much articulates exactly what I felt about the movie in a way I couldn't. 

xoxo

Friday, March 16, 2012

All that glitters is gold

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Jennifer Lawrence in Prabal Gurang at the Los Angeles world premiere of The Hunger Games. 
I think this is probably the most epic premiere dress I have ever seen. Not only did my jaw drop when I first saw her, but it stayed open for a good 5 minutes! The dress itself is magnificent; cut-outs are so in at the moment, but it's so easy to make that look cheap. This looked so sophisticated, and her body looked bangin' in it. And, her makeup and hair looked so beautiful-it's honestly the prettiest I've ever seen her look. 

6 more days!!

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

I have to praise you like I should...

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STYLE CRUSHING: SOPHIA AMORUSO

There's a reason why she's the founder and CEO of one of the most popular online retailers of up and coming and edgy trends. The girl's got such a unique sense of style, and one that's very apparent in the aesthetic of Nasty Gal. 

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Tuesday, March 6, 2012

We can do anything, baby...

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3.3.12

Twas an extraordinary day. My best friend in the whole wide world married the love of her life. To say that this has been a long time coming would be an understatement. They had been together even before she became my best. In fact, I remember the first time I met AJ...it was on our first double date, which Kate and I had been planning unbeknownst to our gentlemen for quite some time. We figured we got along so well, that why wouldn't all 4 of us. Right off the bat, it was easy. He was just as welcoming as she was, and it was plain to see-these two were made for one another. We helped them move into their first home in 2009. Then she texted me when he proposed in Santa Barbara in 2010. And now, a year and a half later-they are Mr. and Mrs. Jennings. This wedding journey with my best friend has been such a thrill to watch. It's an amazing feeling to be there for someone you care about so much, that you would do anything and everything to make them happy. We did everything-from bridal conventions, to running errands, to staying up til nearly 2 in the morning the night before the big day, helping out every which way. I do it because I love her, and I wanted nothing more than to have the day go by without a hitch. And needless to say, it was perfect. The weather was beautiful, the wind died down, and the home they purchased nearly 3 years ago was transformed into a romantic, gothic castle of love. 
There is really no one else in the world more perfect than Adam is for Kate, and vice versa. When you look at them, you think-that is the truest of true loves. So as her best friend-I am just pleased as punch, because I know that there is nothing to worry about. Someone I care about and love is going to be cared for and loved for the rest of her life. 

He loves her "more than the moon."
xoxo

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