Day 6 -- Movie Treat

I love going to the movies. I used to go to over 100 a year, even more when I was a film student. This year? I've been to TWELVE! That's it. Twelve movies. Most of the movies released this year have not interested me much.

I love going to the movies by myself. It doesn't bother me one bit to go alone. In fact, I prefer it. No one to coordinate times with, no one late making me miss the previews, no discussion on where to sit, no one hating the movie and wanting to leave when the other people are enjoying it....you get the picture. But then again, if I see a movie that's wonderful, has moved me, or has made me angry and I really want to discuss it...there's no one to share with.

JULIE & JULIA came out a few weeks ago and I wanted to see it badly. But (shock!) I didn't want to see it alone. So yesterday I called up a half dozen friends to join me -- my treat -- at the matinee today. Three said "yes".

I got there early to buy the tickets because I really did want to treat and didn't want to take the chance someone would buy her ticket if she arrived before me. Everyone showed up on time and the theater wasn't crowded, so we had perfect seats. I got popcorn and Diet Coke for everyone too! I surprised myself that I treated three friends to the movies because I am admittedly cheap in that regard and will take someone if it's their birthday or if they're broke or some other reason than "just 'cause I want to!" But it was so worth it. The movie was delightful and we all enjoyed Meryl Streep's acting and Julia Child's passion for life and food. Some of us even teared up on a few scenes. We talked about the movie afterwards and it was NICE to share the experience.