I am a self-professed movie fanatic. I make no apologies for it. It's very rare for a movie to affect me powerfully but The Blind Side is one of those movies. If you haven't seen the movie, I URGE you to see it. If you have seen the movie, you might want to check out this link which showcases the true story behind the movie.
Michael and I went by ourselves. Alesia was primping for a date and Bruce wanted a nap. The fireworks kept us all awake last night well past midnight.
I was actually glad it was just me and Michael. I could feel him really engaging in the story, which is so thoughtful, well-written, and at times funny. Several times he looked at me to see if I was crying. I cried pretty much all thru it, but without making noise.
In the car going home I told Mike I saw some parallels between the movie and my adoption of him. I think he felt it, too. He was a street kid also, and he was rescued by the assistant director at the orphanage, who saw he had a lot of potential. She advocated passionately to find him a home. Like the Michael in the movie, my Mike is athletic, street-smart, and yet very gentle and compassionate.
In the car later we were talking about the movie and I pointed out Michael has a lot of potential as a tennis player, maybe he could even get a scholarship. As soon as the words left my mouth I felt like I had to amend them. "You can go to college or you can go work in Wendy's - it's your choice," I said. "As long as you're a good person and work hard, that's what really matters."
I ended by telling him how much I love him, and that I am already very proud of him.
When we got home, Michael picked up Coco and buried his face in her fur and loved on her for a few minutes. I think he was feeling a lot of things but didn't want to seem emotional. Coco is the perfect dog for us, despite her medical issues, because she is so cuddly and she adores the children - she is the perfect example of completely unconditional love.
We have otherwise just been relaxing today, and tonight we are having DN over for dinner. Bruce made ribs in the crock pot and of course we are eating blackeyed peas for good luck, and some green veggies for money this year.
I do not have the kind of money like the people in the movie, nor do I know anything about football or care about it. Otherwise, though, I see many parallels. I hope and pray everyone who sees The Blind Side will be inspired to try and make a difference in a child's life, because there are so many Michael Ohers out there who feel like no-one loves them, and they give up early.




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