2010 Must See Movies

Before I give my list, I must review the most recent viewing.

The King's Speech- If you find yourself with 2 hours to spare and are around the Vestavia Rave, I would HIGHLY recommend you go see this one.  Actually, see Black Swan first to get the crazy out of the way because this one will be a great neutralizer. It takes us back to 1934 at the death of King George V of England. As many of you know, the next in line was his son David who took the thrown for a year, but abdicated to marry the American divorce. What I didnt know was that his younger brother ,Albert (Current Queen's dad) had a very serious speech stammer, making it almost impossible to speak in public. So, the story is about his speech therapist, their relationship, and his leadership on the onset of WWII. You will love it if: 1) you love British history 2) you love Jeffery Rush 3) you love Colin Firth 4) you love Helen Bonham Carter 5)You love all things British Royalty. If I know many of my friends, all those are going to be checked!

This brings me to my movie picks of 2010 in order by my favorite:

1) Black Swan
2) The King's Speech
3) Young Victoria
4) Harry Potter DH part 1
4) The Social Network
5) Get him to the Greek

I think those are the must sees of this year. There are some I haven't had a chance to see yet.

1) Sex & The City 2- I came out of the first movie vowing I would not see the sequel if they made it bc I knew they would ruin it. So far, promise kept. Although I will prob watch it over the holidays to be entertained slightly. I'd really just rather watch the whole series again.

2) Iron man 2- love scarlett Jo, love Robert Downy, love gweneth. AND, the first one was actually good.

3) Grown ups- it just looked funny

4) Eat, Pray, Love- i got bored with the book about halfway through india, but i wouldnt mind giving the movie a try even thought JR bothers me at times.

Bring it in 2011 Hollywood.

Not quite Christmassy, but awesome

My new fav SNL character. We just got a new TV from Santa, and I keep making Jordan play this over and over on it.  If anyone needs their own spin off movie..it's Stefon.

Damn, I love the holidays.

We have also seen a few movies over the break, but arn't quite done yet. So far, we have thrown down with Black Swan and True Grit. Tomorrow we are hitting up King's Speech. Yes, I know I owe a review of these, but Cristin has really done a great one of Black Swan, so I lead you to her blog. For True Grit, it's a classic western remake, with a Cohen Brother's twist. Therein, we have unique and deliberate dialog combined with thorough character development. The introduction of the adorable and well spoken Hailee Steinfield is enough to check it out.

I cant wait to see what she does next. We also have the lovable Jeff Bridges and the complacent Mat Damon. Josh Brolin makes a brief appearance, despite his character being quite prevalent in the movie. It was enjoyable, but not artsy. Sure to be one for the Cohen collection, but dont expect to see it as a hot shot at the Oscars.

I'll be enjoying the next week off from work, so expect some random posts since I plan to finish my living room, cook a ton of food, clean, and read. How exciting does that sound!?! I cant wait.

How I know it's Christmas Eve

1) Im still not done with my shopping
2) I realized today I had shutterfly mail my christmas cards to our old address. Currently stalking on fb to try and figure out who lives there. This might be an adventure, and some of you might get cards from me around New years. Im ok with it if you are.
3) Im in charge of guacamole and margaritas for christmas dinner. Yes, the Burns' are throwing out a mexican themed Christmas dinner this year.
4) I still dont think it's Christmas bc my house is void of all decorations due to toddler dog.

But, for all those out there that do feel the Christmas spirit, have a very Merry Holiday!

Duffy's Garage

I have been very stressed lately about having to take my car into a mechanic. I have received some very high quotes from places regarding all the work (they say) I need done on my car. I knew that by owning an import, you take your chances on repairs. They are not cheap. Luckily, as I was begrudgingly about to pay $100 just to get it looked at by momentum, one of my Rotaract pals gave me her friend's info at Duffy Garage. It was like Christmas came early. Not only do they specialize in imports, but the owner is super friendly and more important, super honest. I brought him my car's file (yes, I am that anal) to show all the repairs, and suggested repairs for the car. He was stunned by what I was quoted and the corresponding prices. He checked out everything for me, and all the car needed some fluids. It was dehydrated. He explained to me everything I needed to know about the importance of certain repairs, and led me on my way. I can explain how relieved I was. So helpful. Seriously, if any of you have an import and need work done, call Brad Duffy.

*Story update. One of the suggested items Brad wanted me to do was to get the car fully aligned and check tire pressure. Luckily for me, ive got a lifetime alignment from Firestone. I take it in there at 7am this morning, only to be called an hour later and be told I have nails in two tires. One is repairable, the other needs to be replaced. F. Somehow I knew I would not leave there without paying them something. boo.

Special Christmas

 It just doesn't feel like Christmas until you get together with good friends and drink too much. Enter: Laura's annual tacky christmas party. Many of us dont get to see much of each other during the year, so we catch up on a years worth of chit chat and cocktails in one night. It starts quite normal.

There is always a ton of yummy munchies

and wine to go around.

pleasant times hanging ornaments

Jordan being a grinch (prob bc he just got iced)

Santa tries to visit

and Christmas Angels appear.

However, later, it takes on a new persona. 

Christmas haters start defacing food

Suddenly tacky sweaters just arnt tacky enough

 That's more like it. 

The Christmas angel starts her normal sass. 

and then gets terrifying

We arnt patient enough for santa

Jordan continues his grinchness. I...have no idea.

Ear size contests are started 

 Christmas angel gets put in time out

kara gives up on all of us

and we finally get jordan to smile. 

All in all, it was a great time as always. 

Happy Holidays

Love, The Kardashians

Tales of a lab puppy continued...

Last night, after two very fun Christmas get togethers (one at Paul & Brooks, the other at Christy & Michaels), I pulled into my driveway to find my neighbor walking his dog. Actually, he was letting his dog crap in my yard. Since he is cool, we both let each to do that, so not a big deal. He tells me that he got quite a shock the other day. He was at his house, and had just got out of the shower. He turns the corner into his bedroom to find Mac sitting on his bed. WHAT!?!? He said he almost had a heart attack. Apparently, he had left the door to his porch open so his dog could go to the bathroom. First mistake. Mac must have gotten out, yet again, and found the open door. All I could do was laugh my head off and say im sorry about a million times. I said we are going through this phase call, "he does whatever he wants, and doesn't respond to commands at all" Its like I have a 70 lb toddler on my hands. Then today he crapped all over my bathroom rugs and carpet upstairs. I didnt see it, but im pretty sure the cats couldnt produce such a sight. gross. Im getting more desensitized to his antics, which is not good bc they keep topping each other. Who knows what this sneaky boy will do next....