I may be in the minority, but I love the Vietnam episodes. They feel like mini-movies, with the music from the era and the setting of Asia in wartime. Tuesday's episode is no exception. We learned so much more this week about Jack and Nicky, not to mention, Jack and Rebecca. The road trip, the … [Read more...]
This is Us Season 3 Season Premiere: Who in the Heck is “Her”?
Welcome back, "This is Us" fanatics! Season 3 is here--hooray! How is everyone? No one has any unfortunate Crock Pot stories to share from over the last six months, right? After episode 1, I have so many feelings! Just in awe of these writers and their ability to evoke anger, sadness, grief, joy, … [Read more...]
Who played Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy best? Comparing the old and new “Little Women” Movies
Part 1: Who played Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy best? As a former entertainment writer, I relish reviewing movies and TV shows almost as much as I adore evaluating books. And when a favorite book comes to the screen, I am irresistibly drawn to reviewing it. Even better? When a dearly loved story comes to … [Read more...]
This Is Us RECAP Episode 34: Vegas, Baby
Ahhhh! Our Pearsons are back, and it was such a balm to see them again, even though I thoroughly enjoyed the Olympics. As a hockey and figure skating fan, I was thrilled to watch it all, especially the astonishing performances of fellow Canadians Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir! I digress, do I not? … [Read more...]
Book Crush: Go Weak in the Knees with 10 Swoony Reads
Presenting 10 swoony, melty, make-you-fizz-like-Prosecco stories, to have and to hold, on this day forward, until you read the last page (but still cherish them forever, til death do you part.) Valentine's Day may not be your cup of heart-feathered cappuccino, but it's a darn good excuse to read. … [Read more...]