Alright…earlier yesterday, the movie Seven Pounds came on one of the channels that I have with my satellite company. The movie started off slow so I decided that I wouldn’t bother watching. I’m totally the type of person you have to catch within the first few minutes of a movie or I zone out. The ONLY exception has been the movie, Meet Joe Black.
After watching Notorious two and a half times, Texas Chain Saw Massacre, and A Thin Line Between Love and Hate, I FINALLY said that I would really watch and pay attention to Seven Pounds.
Right now, I am typing this blog in tears because it seriously stirred up a bevy of emotions that have had me on edge for the past couple of weeks. I won’t give away the movie at all but strongly encourage anybody to watch it…especially if you’re at spot in your life where you take people and things for granted, where you seem more selfish than selfless. There have been so many days where I’ve had questions about specific events or situations in my life and…well…the movie really made me think. It made me think a lot about consumption…and how a lot of times we…or I…allow certain things and certain people to consume me…about my own humility and willingness to give….how ungrateful I have been in the past about my situation and towards those who genuinely care about me. I don’t want to go into details b/c again, I do NOT want to give away the movie but it was really an eye opener and I’m glad I took the time to watch it.
What I can say is that as I move closer to my goals and TRYING to turn myself into a better person overall, I’ve taken notice to my thoughts and ideas that take up space in my mind. My grandmother always told me that an idle mind is the devil’s playground. Sometimes, that time alone is great because it gives you the opportunity to get things done and just “think.” But when those thoughts begin to consume you…and it becomes all about you you you…it’s a problem. The movie really reminded me of that in it’s own way.
That being said, I’m going to bed. Just make sure you check out that movie, k?
J.
Jia,
We are all a work in progress! What I love about you is your ability to authentically share your journey. This is part of your purpose and you do it so beautifully. I can also count on insight, humor and reflection from you on this website. I understand the gossip site, but this site remains my favorite Jia site.
It does not hurt that you obviously have a great work ethic in addition to faith; this is a viable combination.
I can’t wait to check out this movie. Be blessed and enjoy the holidays.
Jia,
We are all a work in progress! What I love about you is your ability to authentically share your journey. This is part of your purpose and you do it so beautifully. I can also count on insight, humor and reflection from you on this website. I understand the gossip site, but this site remains my favorite Jia site.
It does not hurt that you obviously have a great work ethic in addition to faith; this is a viable combination.
I can’t wait to check out this movie. Be blessed and enjoy the holidays
Man…I wish that I had known that you hadn’t seen Seven Pounds. I, without pause, admit that I was in the theater blubbering. The movie was beautiful, and I believe was truly underappreciated. I’m glad that you liked it.
Yes honey I LOVED the movie. It truly made me think…not only about myself but the way I treat others.
Anytime you find something good, tell me. I trust your judgment.