Category Archives: MOVIES !!

‘Arranged:’ Faith & Friendship in NYC

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Virginia

My sister recommended this movie that we found delightfully inspirational, especially given the cross-cultural, religious & political challenges in the Middle East. This spunky independent film is set in Brooklyn, where two first-year elementary teachers meet at school and find … Continue reading →

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Touched by the Hand of God…

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Virginia

Sitting under Michelangelo’s Creation in the Sistine Chapel has got to be one of the most inspiring experiences of my life.  Visiting the Vatican Museum in November of 2009, we were so blessed with no lines (at 10:00 a.m. I … Continue reading →

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The Patriot & The 4th of July

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Virginia

My brother and I saw this movie on the 4th of July,2000 while on holiday in Prince Edward Island, Canada. Since the Canadians ‘confederated’ their way out of British bondage (& they’re still on good Commonwealth terms with the UK), … Continue reading →

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Chariots of Fire

Posted on July 3, 2011 by Virginia

This is one of my all-time FAVORITE movies! Excellent cast, settings, story, music – it’s the kind of movie I watch again and again and again and never cease to be inspired. As a ‘2-miler’ in high school track, I … Continue reading →

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