Some Happenings

Last weekend was pretty busy. On Friday night I had the opportunity to see a sneak peak of a "rockumentary" that's hitting theaters on October 2nd. The film is called Call+Response and is about the modern day slave trade. It was pretty moving. Unlike some documentaries, which plunge into stories and leave the audience in dismay and overwhelmed, C+R is actually a movement. It began when one musician, Justin Dillon, was moved by what he learned and saw. Knowing that his gift was music, he wanted to use his talent to make a difference. So, he's began. He gathered other musicians (some real big and a few up and coming), celebrities and scholars and made a rockumentary- or a documentary told with music and recorded footage. It was great. When the film was over, Justin answered questions from the audience and shared that it's going to open first in DC before hitting other select cities.

The film is being pushed by underground movements- webpages, blogs, and social networking interfaces like Facebook. So, it's a great cause and the concept is pretty hip. I hope it does well, because the message is undeniable.

On Saturday, I went to my friend Jenn's bridal shower. It was quite fun and she seemed really happy. There was SOOO much food. We also got to preview her wedding cake since she had a smaller one made for the shower. It was Italian Cream Cake and quite delicious. After rolling myself home (well, that's what it felt like I was doing), I was able to relax a bit before going to my friend Dave's party (who went with us to St. Thomas back in the day). He's recently returned to DC after studying in Australia (so he claims he studied). Since Dave is friends with Matt, Marie, Drew and I, it was a roomy-night-out. Quite fun and even more rare.

Sunday was spent relaxing and catching up at the gym a bit.

Yesterday my new boss started. I didn't see her too long- she was buzzing in and out of the office trying to get things set up and fluttering between all of her orientations. She seems to be holding her own and I think we're going to get along great.

I went with Marie to see The Apartment at Screen on the Green last night. It was pretty old school- black and white with young versions of Shirley MacLaine and Jack Lemmon in it. My favorite part of Screen on the Green is watching all the people with their picnics and friends. I also enjoy the HBO dance at the beginning. The movie is sponsored by HBO, which plays their jingle before the movie begins. People in the know (and not too lazy) get up and jump/ hop/ dance around while the theme jingle plays. Good times! I love to hop around and flail my arms like a crazy person. haha. The good thing is everyone (cool) is doing it. ;)

I'm going to see one of my fellow Leadership Group friends tomorrow night. We have plans to grab some dinner in Eastern Market. Should be fun- I haven't seen Carla since graduation.