We all know that time flies, but when we have little ones sometimes it feels like time is NOT flying. Those times when tantrums and crying and sleepless nights are ruling our lives, we may feel like this stage of our lives will last forever. It doesn’t. My kids are now 20 and 17. Thank goodness they haven’t flown the nest yet, but that time will be coming sooner than I want! I’m trying to pack lots of fun into our summer since summer always goes way too quickly.
Kyle, the 17 year old, has been all over the place this summer! It is sort of driving me nuts, but he’s a boy. He’s having fun with his friends. And at least he isn’t out partying or on drugs. I did get to spend time with him at Cedar Point and the Cleveland Zoo! He and his friends drove to Lake Erie on their own one day…ACK! But they had fun. They’ve been long boarding, playing video games, and practicing their music.
Molly and I have been spending more time together. We’ve got a theater close to us that costs $1.75 on weekdays, $1 on Wednesdays, $2.25 in the evenings….so we’ve been going on Wednesdays when possible! These movies are ones that have been in the theater for awhile, but they are still recent releases. So far we have gone to see Insurgent, Cinderella (for the second time), and The Age of Adaline.
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Insurgent is the second movie in the Divergent series. Have you seen these yet? They are very good! I read Divergent and Insurgent. I WISH that it would end here, but Allegiant is coming. I did not read Allegiant. I’ve heard that it ends terribly, so I will most likely just watch the movie and hope for the best. If you like dystopian fantasy, you will love Divergent and Insurgent. I actually liked Insurgent more than Divergent. But you do need to watch Divergent first! Divergent is already on DVD and Insurgent will be released August 4, 2015.
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We’ve seen this Cinderella movie twice! The first time we saw it right after it released, and this time we saw it for $1. Cinderella was ALWAYS one of Molly’s favorite movies. I can’t tell you how many times I heard, “Watch Rella?” in my lifetime. But, like mother like daughter. I love the original Cinderella too! This version is SO cute! If you have not seen it yet, you must! The cinematography is amazing. The costumes are perfect. The acting is wonderful! It is one I will watch over and over.
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Molly was not impressed with this movie. She says it doesn’t work as a film. IDK. I liked it. I think it is more of a movie for people my age though rather than a 20 year old girl. I think that the acting was very good, though the premise is definitely far-fetched. Molly didn’t like the narrative parts of the movie. She thinks that it would have been better had the narration of what happened to Adaline been left out. Maybe. Either way, I liked it. I probably won’t watch it again though. My advice would be to rent it at Redbox…maybe see if you can get a free code and then you won’t be wasting your money if you end up with the opinion Molly has!
What have you done to make your summer special so far? Stay tuned for my next installment. Maybe next week…maybe not. The suspense is killing you right? 🙂
We have a theater near us that shows free movies on Tuesdays. We try to hit a few of them every summer!
One of ours does that too, but usually they’re aimed to little ones. We used to go to those when my kids were into those movies.
They are, but they are still fun, right? Our theater even lets us bring in our own snacks so we don;t have to buy popcorn & snacks there (unless we want to).
Wow, that is amazing! They have signs on all the doors saying no outside food.
Killing me. You have no idea.
Besos, Sarah
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Awww! Cherish every moment! It is all of the little things that count!
Don’t you wish you could just stop time or rewind and go back for a little bit *sigh*
I read Allegiant and loved the ending. I thought it was fitting for the story but I get why some were upset. I took the kids to see Cinderella and they both loved it and I do want to see it again too.
Yes, I so do! Well, maybe I will give the book a chance then. Did you see the movies yet? Of course, they’re not as good as the books, but they are good!
I like the first one, not a fan of some of the changes in the second movie and I’ll wait to hear if the cave to fans and change the ending in the third. I like the book ending and hope they don’t change it.
I know! I am wondering if they’ll do the “alternate” ending thing with the third. I am pretty sure they’re breaking it into 2 movies. I don’t get why they think they need to do that all the time now!
We’ve been doing a lot of outdoor activities. We love to grill and play horse shoes in the back yard.
My son has taken over the grill since my husband passed. It is nice that he is able and wants to do it. Now mowing the yard…not so much!
Her graduation dress is beautiful. I am very glad you gave your opinion of the Age of Adaline movie. The previews looked good and you’re right the storyline is a bit far fetched.
It looks like you’re having a good summer together.
Thank you! We really are! I’m hoping we get to just pack in all the fun we can!
We need a theater like that near us! I haven’t seen any of these movies yet, but they actually sound like ones I would really like (I’ve been known to be picky about movies, lol!).
How I wish we also have a theater that offers free movies. We’ve only seen Cinderella, but I heard The Age of Adaline is a great movie.
The Age of Adaline should be on DVD very soon, so you should rent it!
I LOVED Cinderella! I wanted to see Age of Adeline but we don’t have any inexpensive theaters in our area.
Maybe you can get it at Redbox when it comes out to see if you like it enough to buy it!
I did see Age of Adaline but I haven’t seen Cinderella or the Divergent movies. It’s so cool that your theater has those prices. I’d definitely see more movies if my theater offered weekday prices that low.
My three year old is Disney Princess Obsessed so we saw Cinderella twice at the movie theater. I know it is going to be playing nonstop when we get it on DVD>
Wow I need to find a movie theatre with prices like that! Great way to spend a hot day!
It sounds like you’ve had a pretty good summer! I’ve been enjoying spending lots of time with my daughter and husband so far this summer!
We have! I’m hoping to go see Pitch Perfect 2 next Wednesday because that one is at the cheap theater now!
I want to see Insurgent and Cinderella. I’ll probably have to watch Cinderella with my daughter, the boys probably won’t care for it. I wish our movie theater was that cheap.
Both of them are very good. I just love the colors and scenery in Cinderella so much!
Time flies fast! I have heard good reviews about The Age of Adaline. I want to see this film.
I thought it was cute. It will be on DVD soon!
Kids grow up so fast, don’t they? I somehow missed a couple of the movies you mentioned. Now would be the perfect time to catch up on those. Summer is speeding by and I wish it would slow down a bit.
I know! I can’t believe it is almost July! It will be winter again before we know it…ugh.
It’s amazing how quickly kids grow and I love that you’re making time to remember this summer. My oldest is 12 and he’s almost at the point where he would rather be with friends than mom so I’m cherishing every moment of it.
Yes, you’ve got to make the most of every moment because it passes too quickly!
I wish we had a movie theatre that did something like that near us. We do have a few parks right downtown that show free movies, but they are mostly old and my kids would have no interested! I think a deal or free movie at a theatre would be a much better option!
I know! This was an older theater that was shut down, and they reopened it like this. It’s awesome!
I wish we had a theater that offered prices that low. If they had decent popcorn we’d be there every day!
LOL well the popcorn is still really expensive, so that part isn’t cheap!
The theater by my house does dollar movies during the week. I keep meaning to go but I always forget!! Your post reminded me and now I will set a reminder on my phone!! Great idea!!
It is just so fun to see them on the big screen for only a dollar!
The only one I’ve seen is Cinderella. I’m not a fairy tale type of gal but it was very well done. I would totally watch it over and over again.
It was! I loved the outfits and the set design! All of those little details make a movie!
Sounds like you all are having a great summer so far. We love going to our discount theater also.
Discount theaters are the best!
I love the Divergent series…I felt like a tween again reading the books, lol! I haven’t seen Cinderella but I am very intrigued by the Age of Adeline
Oh, Cinderella is very worth seeing!
I would love to see the insurgent movie. Cedar Point looks like a great place to visit.
Insurgent is great! If you ever get a chance to visit Cedar Point, you definitely should. It is so fun.
It can be so difficult for parents to find something to do together with their teens. Parents still need to make the make the effort and spend time while they can.
Yes! Time passes too quickly to not put effort into being with your kids.
I still never watch Cinderella and I really want to! I heard so much about the movie and I’m such a huge fan. Oh how I miss summer! 🙁
You need to see it! It’s so cute!
We have done a lot of outdoor activities and beach days. I hope to spend more time by the pool with a good book.
I wish we lived close to a beach! I’d be there as much as possible! Sounds like you’re having a good summer!
Loved Divergent! I can’t want to see the second one!
You will love it!
We went to see a movie last night. I like that you and your girl are going together, that’s fun mom/me time!
What did you see? We’re having a good time 🙂
Inside Out. Cute movie. 🙂
We’re waiting for this to come to the cheap theater too 🙂
We haven’t had done something special yet this summer, but hopefully we could go somewhere and check things out. There are a lot of things that I have in mind and I hope we get to do them even just some of them. 😉
I hope you get to do some of them too! School will be back in before we know it!
We haven’t done much yet! Planning a trip to the zoo and the Science Centre soon.
That will be fun! The Great Lakes Science Center is showing a really cool IMax film that I want to see.
I loved Cinderella! It was like they brought the animated version to life! Except Prince Charming was way cooler in the new one 😉
LOL I totally agree!
Oh goodness, I have not been to Cedar Point in years! We had such a good time and the park is one of the better, IMO.
It really is the best for roller coasters!
Kids grow up so fast. I didn’t believe it until I saw it happening with my kid.
As for the movies, I honestly haven’t seen them yet… we’re always so busy and our list of movies to watch is extremely long… lol
I know! My list of books and movies are overwhelming!
My oldest two are 9 and 10 and my baby turns 3 this year. It really does fly by. I am wanting to see Cinderella but I haven’t had the chance yet.
Cinderella is so sweet! You will like it!
The dress is amazing. The little one likes Frozen so I am hoping she will like Cinderella too. I could use a little less Frozen time. 🙂
I am sure she will lol! Molly was obsessed with the cartoon Cinderella and The Lion King, so I get it!
Aww your kids are growing up in front of you! I want to see Age of Adaline I love movies with narrative part…but at least you found dirt cheap movie theater!
That is true. If it’s cheap, I’ll risk it lol.
Hey I am so envious that you have seen DDivergent I want to see it bur I haven’t seen the first in the series. Should I read the books first?
You don’t have to read the books first unless you are already planning on reading them! The movies follow the books but change a lot too. They’re both enjoyable!
It sounds like you have been having a great summer so far. There is nothing like a cheap theater. Movies and air conditioning on hot summer days = bliss.
It is awesome…just no popcorn lol.
Aw, you’ve already seen more movies this summer than I have! Now I feel like I’m totally slouching. I haven’t even made it to see “Inside Out” or “Jurassic World” yet. I’m probably the only person left in the world… LoL! – Jerusha, TheDisneyChef.com
I haven’t either because they’re still too new lol. They’ll be at the cheap theater after they slow down in the big ones.
One of my fondest memories is cuddling up and watching movies with my family, especially my Dad now that he has passed away. We try to make special movie nights every once in a while with our boys to carry on their Grandpa’s tradition.
That is such a great memory and great that you’re doing it too!
I try to always have a Friday Fun Day during the summer. Thus far we have ben rained out every Friday! BOO
We’ve had SO much rain here too! It seems like every day it rains for at least part of it.
Now that both of my girls are adults, they are so much fun to spend time with. I love seeing what beautiful adults they have become. They make me proud!
It is amazing to watch them grow into such wonderful young women!
Love Cinderella! I didn’t think I would be the cinematography is beautiful! Cinemas in the UK are so expensive sounds like you guys are having fun!
I love all of the little details put into Cinderella!
We have a theater near us that offers us free movies on Wednesdays. They typically aren’t movies that are in theaters, but old favorites. Either way my kids love it. I do think we will see InsideOut soon though!
We have one similar to that too, but we have not been there in years. I think it is $4 though, so only if it is one I love will I go see it!
I’d love to have a movie night if I ever find myself at home! Maybe later this summer 🙂
As long as you’re having fun, it is all good!
I would love to watch Cinderella for just a little money. We haven’t seen it yet.
It is so cute! You’ll have to rent it at Redbox when it comes out!
It’s best to spend time with the family than with friends. You really had some fun, right?
Yes, very much!
The age of Adeline is one I really want to see. I love Blake Lively so much!
I do too! She is very talented. I loved her in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 🙂
I wish I had a movie theater by me that had movies that cheap! But there is a movie theater that does have $5 movies on Tuesday night, and they aren’t just old ones. I hope to see all 3 of those movies soon, I have high hopes for Age of Adaline.
We really are fortunate to have that near us! I would not see nearly as many movies!
I’m terrible with movies. I haven’t seen any of these. My daughter would probably like Cinderella.
You both would like it! It’s so cute!