Guys. If you follow me on Instagram, you know this already, but yesterday I took myself on an afternoon date to see Gone Girl. The movie was absolutely fantastic. The casting was spectacular, Gillian Flynn did an incredible job adapting the book (probably because she’s the book’s author, too), and really, with Trent Reznor doing the music, you know the soundtrack kicked ass. I have never been so pleased with a book to movie adaptation and no joke, you need to go see this movie.
But the best part, besides the movie itself, was the matinee price, the virtually empty theater, and not having to worry about making anyone else happy and worrying if they’re enjoying it, too. That’s a lot of pressure. And I really did enjoy being there by myself. I think I’ll date myself more often.
I could talk about this movie, and going by myself, for many minutes but that would get boring so let’s move on to the other things I enjoyed this week.
Favorite song
Ever since I saw her on an episode of Sons of Anarchy, I’ve been thinking about the basket case that is Courtney Love. Remember back in the 90s when she had her brief period of normal? Remember how Hole had decent music? I do, and I’ve had “Celebrity Skin” stuck in a loop in my head. So let’s listen to that now.
Favorite frugal find
Thanks to Steph’s Wallet Watch, I am not shopping except for necessities. And as much as I’d like to classify nail polish as a necessity, I can’t. So I’m not even looking for deals and finds because it’ll just be too tempting. Plus, the husband and I are saving our money for when the Orioles make it to the World Series. Because we’re going. We’re not sure when and if it’ll happen again.
Favorite book/TV thing
I finished my Goodreads reading challenge! I’ve read 37 books (well, 38 but one doesn’t count, if you remember that from Tuesday. And since so many of you want to know what it is, I’ll tell you. You know Kailyn from Teen Mom 2? It’s her book. And I like Kailyn. And she lives in Delaware, like I do. But her book was awful). And in addition to The Rosie Project, I’m also reading Laura Vanderkam’s 168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think. It’s definitely making me rethink about how I spend my time every week. Very eye opening.
No favorite TV thing. Still watching the same shows. On season 4 of The Wire, which, given my background working with kids, is very difficult to watch. But still a great show.
Favorite Internet reads
One of my favorites shows growing up was The Wonder Years, and I’m still annoyed that it’s not on in reruns (but thank you Amazon and Netflix), but this post with 28 fun facts about the show was lots of fun to read. Keeping with the Gone Girl love this week, you need to read this interview with Gillian Flynn. Go read it. Then come back so you can leave me again to read these hysterically awful proofreading fails. And once you’ve dried your eyes from that, finish up my weekly favorite internet reads with this article on parenting as a Gen Xer. It is a perfect read. I wish I was astute enough to have written it.
Favorite quote
Favorite funnies
Laughter through tears is my favorite emotion
It’s fun to keep them guessing
If it’s not written down, it doesn’t exist. Or happen.
Seriously, watch the fuck out
This weekend is filled with orange–pumpkin picking and watching Orioles games. Because I’m still in shock that they’ve made it this far. #wewontstop
Hope y’all enjoy your weekend, too!
Linking up with Amanda
I need to go to see this flick. Everyone has loved it! Best book adaptation is what I hear. Gillian Flynn is a talented woman.
Loved the book! And I love that I know the ending! I am odd like that!
I adore all of your ecards. Especially the first one. #sotrue
And 100% agree on listing and writing stuff down. Just advised Steph to put a big note PHONE on her front door. Previously it was KEYS since they always lock themselves out! LOL!
Heading to Providence RI for college soccer tomorrow! #roadtrip
Have a beautiful weekend!!!
Love, SMD’s Momma
Enjoy your road trip!
Definitely make the time to see the movie. So worth the time and money!
My dad is taking me to see Gone Girl this afternoon. I hope the Ben full frontal scene won’t be too awkward sitting next to him. lol! Hey, I guess it’s a tradeoff I can work with if he’s paying. 🙂
Honestly, it’s not anything awkward. It happens so quickly. It’s such a great movie!! Have fun!
I also could’ve talked for 407 days about how much I liked the movie and going to the movie by myself.
Just last night I was wondering if The Wonder Years was on Netflix. Good to know!
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Add to the inconvenienced….slightly hungry……running late and driving? Ohhhhh that brings out the worst in me! I really need to read that book I feel like I am very behind! 😉
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YES! Read it! And read it BEFORE you see the movie!
I cannot stand being late and still driving. Makes me edgy.
I was just telling Tyson last night I wasn’t sure if I should see Gone Girl. I mean it’s the most enjoyably fucked up book I’ve ever read can it really translate into a movie?
I love the GenX article, such valid points!
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It translated so well. It really was an excellent movie. I knew what happened and it still kept me in suspense.
The GenX article is one of the best I’ve read in a while.
I’m trying to watch the spending too and only buy necessities. Except I bought a squirrel cookie jar last night that I’m pretty sure doesn’t count as a necessity. Oops! 🙂
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I definitely want to see the movie, maybe i’ll go on my own! i love your funnies, slightly inconvenienced and hungry -so true, stay away lol
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You made my day by posting “Celebrity Skin” by Hole!!! 90’s represent! Haha.
Confession: I have checked Gone Girl out twice from the library and have yet to read it. I have a rule that I must read the book before the movie. I have only broken it once with the Help, which I did end up reading….I might break my rule again if I could build up the courage to go to a movie solo.
Hope you get to go to a World Series game. I went to a NLCS game in 2001, I was 9.5 months pregnant and as much as I love, love baseball I was miserable. I was huge and barely fit in the seat, not that it mattered because everyone stood but my ankles were swollen. Don’t even get me started on the many trips to the restroom. Needless to say when the D-Backs went to the World Series I opted to watch from home and gave birth 11 days later. Under any other circumstances I would have been there. I’m still waiting for my chance but being a D-Backs fan is rough, YO!
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I really want to see that movie, so far really positive reviews. The quote about where your mind wanders is perfect!
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I want to see Gone Girl, but I need to read the book first!
Courtney Love!!! Hahaha! Love the flashback!
Fuck Steph’s wallet watch, I want all of the things!
Oh man, don’t mess with me when I am hungry! And I was cracking up at the pinata at the funeral!!!
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