Jay and Cassandra: July 2008

Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Still Best Friends

In case you were wondering, Gus and Kai are still best friends.

Sunday, July 20, 2008

Drinking from a Straw

I've been trying for quite some time to teach Kai how to drink for a straw. It just wasn't happen. Johnny tried and it took him about.... oh.... five seconds and success!!

Friday, July 18, 2008

Last night we went and saw the midnight viewing of the new Batman. Jay was so excited and I don't think Johnny knew what to expect!! It was long and crazy late to watch a movie, but it was fun.

So here's my review... I'll start with the bad. Maggie Gyllenhaal took over the role of Rachel played by Katie Holmes in the first movie. Now I'll admit that when Katie played the part I wasn't thrilled with the casting in the beginning of the movie. But by the end she had won me over. Well I started out that way with Maggie too, I wasn't thrilled with the casting choice. But by the end of the movie I went from not thrilled to hating her! She simply wasn't fit for this role.

The good.... where to begin? I think one of the key factors in the success of these Batman's are the villains. The writing for them is deep, real, and most importantly fascinating! And then to seal the deal they find actors who are just perfect and amazing in the roles. I felt that way about Cillian Murphy in the first movie as Scarecrow and just as much if not more about Heath Ledger as Joker. Playing off characters that well written and acted will always make for a great movie. Which is almost bitter sweet since it is clear that the Joker was suppose to be in the third movie.

More good, the supporting characters. Michael Caine as Alfred is simply perfect. And even more perfect is the writing done for this character. His wit and comedy is perfect. And even more important they found a way to use this character as a mouthpiece to share the moral of the story without hitting you over the head with it. Beautifully done. I also have to mention that Morgan Freeman and Gary Oldman do more than just hold their own. They are great. The only waste done in the supporting cast was giving William Fichtner such a small role. I wanted to see more of him.

All and all I'm going to have to rate this movie as a must see.

Wednesday, July 16, 2008

Something Unique

The ladies in my ward recently did a luau to honor new sisters and those leaving. Since are move into the ward was under six months ago they considered me a new sister. So I was asked to give information on myself so they could spot light me. It was such a warm and welcoming thing to do. But then I was asked what is something unique about myself that sets me apart? I froze.... ummmm.... I don't know!
So I thought it would be a fun blog to share something unique about yourself or even something unique about me!! ha ha I look forward to reading your posts!

Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Kai and the Slide

Season Almost Over.

Jay was in a softball league this year. Kai and I would come to the games when they weren't to late at night. Kai LOVED the playground and checking out the other kids. It's been a whole season and I just barely got around to taking pictures.... sheesh!

I know, most adorable little boy ever!

Jay was a pitcher for some of the games.

Jay up to bat. He got a home run last night!

Meet Shay. This girl is so amazing and inspiring to me. She plays for the university softball team, and she's crazy good. She's such an easy person to talk to and always seemed to be smiling. Why is that so special? Because she only has one arm. She's amazing.

Monday, July 07, 2008

Summer Time.

Summer is upon us and it's HOT! There was a great sale on this little pool at Wally World the other day.... so great that we just couldn't say no. It's worked out great for our back deck. We can't get Kai out of it!