While I've been in recovery from my wisdom teeth removal, I've had a ton of time to watch movies and take very long naps. We recently signed up with Netflix, and I planned on taking full advantage of it in preparation for my surgery. First on the queue was "Anne of Green Gables." I knew Travis wouldn't want to watch it, so I ordered it and decided to watch it while he was at work. I haven't seen the movie in forever, and I forgot how much I loved it! (I'm a total nerd, I know.)
I find it fascinating that when I am in the most pain, feel like crap, LOOK like scuz, can't eat, can't talk, and sick to my stomach, I am in a place to be taught, and compelled to be humble. While watching the movie I learned several truths about myself and was actually quite inspired to be better.
Here's some lessons I've learned from "Anne of Green Gables."
-It's better to be smart than to be pretty.
-Tomorrow is a new fresh day, with no mistakes in it. Yet.
-Imagination is important, it can help you endure the hardships of life.
-Work hard so you can come in first.
-Find joy in the subtle things.
-Apologize even if you're only "sorta" sorry.
-No one likes a Drama Queen (except old ladies who need the entertainment).
7 comments:
I love Anne of Green Gables! I would have come over and watched it with you! You should have text me. :)
Oh dear. I had never even heard of such things as Anne of Green Gables until i married Mark. His family (very much him included) grew up on it and think it is the greatest thing.... ever! although i must confess, when i watched it with them i thought it was pretty nice too.
And i am a firm believer that movies are the best medicine. I'm with Eliza, when you need company we can have a movie party!
Fine. If no one else is going to say it, I will. Gilbert is crazy hot! His accent, he boyish good looks, how he tortures but secretly loves Anne....sigh. I love.
I'm in the middle of reading it and loving it. When I'm done with the book, I'm totally watching the movie. I haven't watched it but once, and that was so long ago I can't remember it. Feel better!
Oh Anne, and Gilbert for that matter... I need to watch those movies again. Its been years! Thanks for the reminder :)
another friend just gave a different friend of mine that movie for her birthday...it's funny some movies that REALLY stand the test of time.!
Anne Shirley (and Mom): "I know I chatter on far too much... but if you only knew how many things I want to say and don't. Give me SOME credit."
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