Friday Movie --Part IV

There are two movies I have on both VHS and DVD. This is one of them. I thought of my favorite lines and almost ordered a copy of the script. So funny...so subtle...such wit and charm all rolled into one 122 min. cinematic delight. (*hint* This is an "oldie" --pre 70s. Yes, over 30 years old. I imagine it was quite the thing in its day.)

Did you ever sell used cars?
No, sir.
I've got a hunch you missed your calling.

It looks like the Good Humor man.

I wonder where he left his truck?

The only requisition that's been filled is the requisition for more requisition papers.

you can't win, my friend, you can't win

you can't win, so why even try?

if you're lucky enough to live through today,

tomorrow you will die. (sung)

The toilet paper requisition scene.

Mr. Stobel, there's only one way to live with this situation: it's like watching a strip teaser, Don't ask how it's done, just enjoy what's coming off.

(to paraphrase Mr. Churchill)
Never have so few stolen so much from so many.

Can this boat go down?

Like a rock.

I believe we'll get through if the good Lord puts His mind to it. Of course, He'll have to give us his undivided attantion.

In confusion there is profit.

I'd like to think we can, but then I'm an incurable optimist.

There are two simple ways to get money: steal it or marry it.

Women?
Wow! Now, that's what I call scavenging!
(the look)
Uh, what I meant, sir, is I'm sure there must be something they could be used for.
I can think of any number of uses, but not here and not now. Mr. Stobel, Lt. Holden's influence over you is beginning to worry me. I suggest you "wow" less and "tcht, tcht" a little more.

We're well acquainted with the facts of life.

So are the men, Major, I'm simply trying to avoid any exchange of information.

If one is bad luck, what do you think five will bring?

What do you want me to do? Throw them overboard?

It's something to think about...

A girl just doesn't get into any man's pajamas.

If the man's not in them, what's the harm?

A woman just shouldn't mess around with a man's machinery.

The last thing the men on this boat need is encouragement.

The unfortunate thing about command is the responsibilities outweigh the privledges.

"Seaman Hornsby" ... sa la mat!

Have you ever been to Las Vegas?

'Cause up there the boys would say you're trying to make your point the hard way.

See, when a girl's under 21, she's protected by law. When she's over 65, she's protected by nature. Anywhere inbetween she's fair game.

Okay. So this is a long one. I really will be suprised if y'all come up with it. *sorry* It's a family favorite, but I'm not sure how well known it is. I think I love it not only for the wry wit contained therein, but for the message of persistance even in the face of outrageous obstacles. Take what's given you and make the best of it...even better, take some initiative and create something you need from what you've already got. "I doubt Sam Stevens would have approved of using mast irons that way..." If you know your objective and you keep going toward it, no matter what distractions or how curvacious of a course you take, you'll get there. Phew! Good luck!! You've really got to see this one to appreciate the story and all of the subtle hilarity.

yes, it is a military based movie.--no more hints!!

remember-if you know it, share a fav scene...if you don't...keep guessing!

Part III--The Answer

*drumroll* And the winner is....

Better Off Dead

That hilarious comedy of love lost, language lessons (the international variety) and skiing the K-12. A few more of my favorite lines....

Yeah, from the chair lift. He had to buy the guy a new hat.

"...I noticed you and Beth aren't dating. Do you mind if I take her out?"

Buck up little camper! We'll get through this together!

I've been going to this school for 7 years Lane, I'm no dummy.

I don't know which is worse. Speaking no english, or speaking Howard Cosell.

It's got raisins in it, you like raisins.

Do you take checks?

Fabulous liquour, Jenny. Reminds me of the moonshine Ricky's pappy used to make.

If you haven't seen it, you should. If you have seen it, see it again. (If nothing else, you can laugh at the fashions--classically '80s.)

Friday Movie - Part III

Ok. So the holidays aren't exactly the best time to start something new. Just keeping the house from burning down takes all my attention and energy. Go figure. Plus, I felt like I needed to discuss holiday movies. My copy of "A Christmas Story" is still in the plastic wrapping --from last year. I think my favorites are "While You Were Sleeping" and "White Christmas", only one of which I saw this year. Yeah...

So. No sense hashing out the past, let's move forward! (This is a new year, afterall.)

I'd like to pick a theme each month, and highlight a few of my favorites that relate. So, since my birthday is this month, I'm going to talk about personal favorites. (As if the past discussions (all two of them) weren't about this very subject.)

Anyway.

Movie #1: One of my ULTIMATE favorite shows...which may show how geeky I am.

"I want my two dollars!"

"Now that be a shame, throwing away a perfectly good white boy like that."

"Gee, Ricky, I'm sorry your mom blew up."

Just a few to whet the appetite. (I don't want to hog them all...) If you don't get it by the first line, perhaps you haven't personally experienced this particular cinematic delight. Remember, if you know it, leave a favorite quote or describe a scene, to help others and keep them guessing until next week.

Good Luck! =)

Just Another Day in Paradise...

...that almost did me in.

I slave away making a fabulous dinner for my family. Oriental Rice and Sweet-n-Sour Chicken. (in the Crestwood Cookbook, or I'll send you the recipes if you want). One of Scott's favorites. Guess who has to work late? Guess who doesn't like the "look" of the rice? Or the chicken? Guess who can't season the wok (Christmas present) in time (two attempts) to use it for dinner?

C is starving and refuses to eat the rice. He informs me he wants "lonely rice". Sister translates that to mean without all the good vegetables dotted throughout. Shocker. She wantes the same. But she tries the chicken after I tell her its candy chicken. "It's really carmel chicken." she informs me after tasting it. Well, who would've guessed?

After battling with C to taste the chicken, which he flatly refuses, I'm incredibly frustrated. My little A angel consoles me with her grown-up wisdom, "It's really hard with little kids sometimes."

Thanks, sweetie, for making me laugh. They may see tomorrow afterall....

Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year!!

...so it's been nice this year to stay home and not travel. This is the second year of seven that we've done that. The only problem is that we're getting cabin fever being around each other so much!! We need a break!

Christmas morning was so nice. We opened gifts and played all morning, afternoon and evening. Very calm and relaxed and fun. When C got a gift that wasn't a toy (ie. pajamas, socks, pants...) he would just dump it on the floor and look for a toy. (I think next year he only gets underoos!!) A declared that everything was just she wanted. I didn't even come close to finishing all the projects I wanted, but I managed to get bathrobes done, and A's Christmas dress and C's Christmas tie. Her dress turned out so cute, I made a tie for C from the same fabric. They were adorable! Maybe if I start now, I can get the rest done for next year....

Christmas Eve we went sledding in the mountains with some families from church who have been going for 12 years. I don't think I've ever had more fun in the snow. The hill was gentle enough that A and C could go down by themselves, and the other boys (all bigger) would watch out for them and help carry sleds (and occasionally A) back up the hill. Running into trees was the most problematic. A insisted on trying out every sled until she found the fastest one. Then she had a hard time going down on anything else. C suprised me by being willing to go down solo, and even face first once! Perhaps I have a Skeleton Racer in the making. (A is the thrill seeker, wanting to go higher and faster; C doesn't like to go so high, or so fast). We made a frantic run that morning to get snow pants and boots for them, and it paid off. They were warm and toasty and played in the snow for hours. I'll have to figure out how to upload pics on the new computer to share. My favorite was when C would lay down in the sled and let S haul him back up. He just fit, and would stare at the tall pines and white sky as he was pulled along. So much fun. They were exhausted for bed that night. Perfect.

Well, that's the tast of what we've been up to. Just taking it easy.

I'm still working on the picture for Christmas Cards...so if you haven't sent your address to me, you still have a chance.

Mission Accomplished

Just a quick update--the goods got delivered. Most of them anyway. If I found your house last night, you got something. =) Looks like I won't be gaining 10 lbs from eating fudge this year. Perhaps just 2 or 3--it's pretty good for breakfast. Nothing like a good chocolate fix to start the day.

May your morning be as sweet!

Holiday Shopping Adventures

Don't you love holiday shopping?

Trying to get that just right gift that will delight it's intended recipient. This feat is difficult enough to accomplish solo. Throw in a child or two (or three) and it becomes near impossible. (No wonder gift cards are so popular.) Now, those with a bit of practice under their belts, (and smaller children) can somehow manage to buy their gifts right under their noses, and they're none the wiser. Just a little distraction can work wonders. Not to mention a competent clerk at the checkout stand--one who understands the wink and nod and strategic placement of intended gifts behind large packages of toilet paper (how else do you keep things hidden in the cart and increase the year's supply at the same time?) and pulls out the large BLACK sack to bag your purchases. They understand the need for conspiracy and secrecy.

Enter the incompetent clerk. The one who removes intentionally placed items from behind large camoflauge right in the sight path of the small person(s) you're trying desperately to distract with leftover Halloween candy.

"What's that?" --detection by child.

Now you have to play dumb.

"What's what?" you query as you bodily place yourself in the line of fire and whisper fiercly over your shoulder that you'd rather s/he not see those particular items.

"Should I put them in this?" --holding out the BLACK bag, the one that is usually understood to be standard issue in these cases.

You can only nod in frustration, since your teeth are ground together in an attempt keep holiday spirit and joy.

The child taunts, "I saw it! I saw it!"

"There, now, you can't peek anymore." Do they have to actually draw attention to the fact that the unmentionable "nothings" have disappeared into the BLACK sack? Black holes/sacks are supposed to suck in mass and make it disappear. You forget it's there, it doesn't exist anymore. Don't remind the child--now you have to get a gumball on the way out for increased sugar buzz and distraction from the "nothings".

Good Grief.

I'll be shopping online next year for Christmas gifts...or getting gift cards.