May, In Review

I haven't blogged in a while, but it's only because I haven't done very much this month.  After my failed book signing experience, I only embarked on a couple mini adventures.  I decided I would just recap toward the end and hope that June would bring more opportunities (fingers crossed)!

I hardly go to the movies any more, what with movies On Demand, Netflix and being able to watch stuff online, but I made it out to see two movies this month.  First on the list, Something Borrowed, based on the book of the same title, written by Emily Giffin.  I haven't actually read this book yet, but when my book club set up the get-together, I thought it would be fun.  I thought it was a pretty cute movie.  I love Kate Hudson and Ginnifer Goodwin, plus the guy who played Dex is suuuuuuuuper cute! 

After the movie, a few of us went to a Chinese/Thai place called Big Bowl (I thought it was going to be a bowling alley, oops!) for dinner and drinks and discussion.  It was a lovely evening!



The very next week, the ladies of the "Reading Between The Wines" book club got together for our first official meeting to discuss our May book, The Kitchen Daughter, by Jael McHenry at the lovely L'Eiffel Bistrot & Creperie.  As far as the book is concerned, I thought it came from a very interesting perspective (of a young woman with Asperger's Syndrom) and was well-written in a way, that I felt the anxiety that the main character felt at times throughout the book.  Although it isn't my favorite book, it was a great first pick for the group. 

L'Eiffel is a great place too.  It's a little pricey but it has great French food and also has live music on Thursdays.  I've been there before and can't wait to go back (probably for Bastille Day in July).  I had a fabulous salad with endive, fresh mozzarella, duck and a balsamic vinaigrette, a cheese plate for dessert and some lovely (buttery) wine.  I felt so fancy.

Last week, I was able to meet up with my friend Courtney and her sister Veronica, and we caught the evening showing of Bridesmaids at Hollywood Blvd. movie theater.  The movie was hilarious and I have to agree with my friend Lisa, Melissa Murphy totally stole the movie.  She probably got the most laughs from the audience.  We mainly wen to Hollywood Blvd. because I had free tickets for two.  This place is one of the newer variety of movie theaters whose shtick is to have a full menu and bar that is available during the movie.  I think it's an awesome idea, but the two times I have been there, I have left wishing I had just gone to a traditional theater instead.  The seating consists of uncomfortable office chairs and the food leaves much to be desired.  It was still great to get out with the girls, so I can't complain too much.

Last, but certainly not least, I started school at College of DuPage on Monday, May 23rd.  I am taking two classes (Intro to Business 1100 and Psychology 1100) four nights a week.  I am definitely going to be busy for the next seven weeks, but I just really want to knock this school stuff out as quickly as I can.  I wish i had done this when I was younger, but I can only go forward from here!

Summer will be here soon (at least, I hope) and I am really excited for some of the plans I have up my sleeve.  I plan to get out to the city a bunch, getting out with more of my girlfriends, and having visitors.  My friend, Shari at Finding A Weigh is coming out on July 31st and I am hoping to have my step-daughter, Aly here for a visit before school starts again in the fall.  I am very blessed and have plenty to look forward to.  Cheers!  :)