Precious

Some people just don't get a break. 

In my young, old age, I've become so much more emotional. I think this is the case because I've had the honor and, in many cases, the displeasure of having to deal with young students who just seem to be in bad situations in their lives. Movies like Precious help me remember why I'm so passionate about what I do. When you think your life is bad, be reminded that there is someone out there whose life is worse than yours - and then think about the fact that not all of those people use their situations as a reason to bitch and moan. Instead, they take charge of their lives and make the best of it. 

I would be lying if I said that I didn't cry. Not only did I cry, but I bawled. There were parts that I couldn't watch. It made me greatly appreciative of my life. When I was a teenager, I thought that my life and my situation was worse than anyone else that I knew. I believed that nothing positive would happen for me.  But I soon learned that trials come to make us stronger. No matter how filthy our pasts are, we do not have to be defeated by them. 

I also learned that there is a thing that we don't want to talk about - a thing that ravishes homes and lives. This mental illness that exists or becomes prevalent in lives because of one's circumstance. It's horrible how one person's decisions or lack of decision making can lead to such a horrific set of events. 

This is a story that tells a truth that you don't want to know. This is a movie that speaks frankly to issues that you can't handle. It's not a feel good film. It's not a happily ever after fairy tale. It's simply real life for real. I compel you to go watch! I think I've done a great job of not giving anything away. 

Comments

[Prime Example]

I was conflicted about how I felt about this movie. The one thing I was clear on was that the performances in it were stellar.

Cee! You're still blogging! It's so great to "see" you!!! And looking at that Blogroll over there <<<< just transported me to another time. Wow. You still have us all linked. It's something straight out of "the way we were." =)

*hugs*