Walt Disney's "Up"

For those of you who haven't seen it, I recommend you do. I am talking about Walt Disney's "Up". This movie came out in theaters right around the time Coranelle was born, so we couldn't go see it. This week, it came out on DVD. Ryan has been talking about wanting to see it for a long time. So, on Tuesday, when I saw it at Target, I bought it and brought it home to surprise him. He was super excited about it and we watched it these past 2 days during Coranelle's nap. The movie is humorous, fun, sweet and very uplifting. I won't give anything away, but there was a point in the movie when the old man was looking through a memory book. Ryan and I both looked at each other and noticed tiny pools of tears in each others' eyes. Yes, even Ryan. Shhhh, don't tell anyone. I am just kidding. I am a firm believer that tears are windows into a person's soul and the fact that this scene made Ryan tear up shows how sweet and incredible he is. Through this sweet film, we realized that it isn't the crazy adventures in life that are memorable, but the every day happenings that make life sweet. At one point in the video, Russel (the little boy) was telling the old man about one of his memories. He talked about how he and his dad used to get ice cream cones, sit on a corner and count the red or blue cars that passed. He said, "I know that might sound boring. But, sometimes it is the boring times I remember most". I thought that was very sweet and very true. Today, for instance, is a rather gray day in Broomfield. We have very little planned except a trip to Cost-Co later. Despite the fact that all we've done is play with Coranelle on the floor, walk to the grocery store, and cuddle up while watching the second half of a movie doesn't mean our day is not a good one. I will remember today and treasure it because Ryan was home with us and Coranelle has giggled far more than usual. Life doesn't require fancy dates, exotic trip, and noteworthy accomplishments. Being with your family makes for a really blessed and happy life.
So, go rent or buy "Up" and then let me know what you think. I hope it brings a smile, or a tear of joy to your day too!
Happy Saturday!