Girl's Night Out!

I don't know if you remember, but in November, I went to the movies with a bunch of girls to see my favorite movie of all time, Twilight. OK, stop laughing, I really *do* love that movie. Not so much because it's a perfect representation of the books brought to film, because it's totally not that, but I like to think of it as it's own little tidbit of Twilight-y goodness. Added to the fact that Rob Pattinson completely surprised me with his ability to bring Edward to life, and wow! Perfection. Anyway, wow that was way off topic.

Last night the girls & I went to see another one of my favorite books turned movie!
Confessions of a Shopaholic! Sophie Kinsella is truly one of my favorite 'pink book' authors. I love her wit and charm. Having read the Shopaholic series I went into the movie not really expecting to be wow'd. I'll admit I generally love the books more than any movie. (For example, The Devil Wears Prada, I much prefer the book over the film.)



This time, however, I was pleasantly surprised. I LOVED the movie. Seriously. I honestly don't think I've laughed that much, out loud even, at a movie, ever! I can't wait for it to come out on DVD so I can watch it, and make Barry watch it. I really think that it's universally funny, not just girls night out funny! If you get the chance, go see it!

And thank you to my husband for not only watching our kids, but watching Natalie's little boy for an hour so that girl's night out could happen :)

Twilight...

So I went to Twilight with a bunch of fun girls tonight! It was so amazing to get away from the humdrum routine of being a Stay-at-home-mom. Don't get me wrong, I absolutely adore staying home with my wild and crazy little boys, but every once in a while, mama needs a break :) Generally speaking, I go to knitting on Thursdays. It's a nice break for me, 2ish hours of peace and quiet, (at least from my 2 1/2 year old and 8 month old screaming!!) and I get to sit there, knit and have fun! Knitting is always held on Thursdays, and since this week, Thursday falls on Thanksgiving, there is no knitting :) So, instead Natalie planned a movie night, and it was S.O. MUCH FUN!

All in all, I highly recommend Twilight. Yes the special effects were a bit on the cheese side, but the budget was small, so I'm forgiving. The important part, the love part, and the passion parts, they were still there! And I was pleasantly surprised by the majority of the cast. There were a few bad apples for me, and really it has nothing to do with their performances, which were great, but mostly because they totally don't FIT in my idea of what the character looked and acted like.

So here for your viewing pleasure is my Twilight cast! :)


My Bella


My Edward


My Charlie


My Esme


My Carlisle ;&hearts


Alice


And I couldn't find the right Jasper.


Rosalie


Emmett