Journey to the Center of the Earth

We just got back from seeing Journey to the Center of the Earth in 3D. It was fabulous!

I was first impressed with the quality of the glasses. When we saw NASCAR 3D, the glasses were 1st rate, but they had to be returned. The glasses for Journey were not your old cardboard and plastic. They were similar to cheap sunglasses and it really helped view the movie better. Plus you get to take them home to watch the 3D movies that you have there.

The movie itself was great. The actors did a great job, the script was not hokey and the special effects were good.

Though there are a few scenes that are slightly scary, the little girl next to me (approx. 5 yrs old) never seemed to mind. She kept me giggling as she continued to reach for the floating objects.

Overall, I would say that it was well worth the money. A real family film. The ending left an opening for a sequel which I hope that they make. I only wish that it had lasted longer. How many movies can you say that about?

Houston Museum of Fine Art

Boy, what a busy weekend! Yesterday the Gipsy Kings, today the Museum of FA, and tomorrow Gustav. We are turning into exciting people. Okay, maybe not. but we have been busy.

We took the kids, downtown to give them a fabulous fun-filled Family-Day. Yes, I did pick the location. And no, the kids were not impressed with my idea. But hey, they are 17 and 9. There is not much that I do that does impress them.

The museum was very nice. The entrance fee reasonable (at $7 for adults and $3.50 for each kid). But I was a little disappointed. After looking at the website, I was under the impression that they had Van Gogh's Starry Night on loan from NY. Not so. There was one Van Gogh and tons of Monet's, so I got over it. But it still did not equal the MFA in Boston.

The cafe had FABULOUS food. Not your average burger and fries joint. There were sandwiches and salads, but ones that could rival any upscale restaurant. The prices weren't your average burger joint either (at approx $10/person), but I always expect to pay more when I eat food at any tourist place. At least here you get something for your money.

I loved the Asian section, paintings, and antiquities. The British Contemporary Art was a little out there for me, but it was interesting. I guess.

Overall, not a bad way to spend a hot afternoon. The kids even stopped complaining. Well, until we got back to the car.

Gipsy Kings Concert

My husband and I went out last night on a real date. Shocking I know, after 11 years of marriage and two kids. Best of all, we were able to go to the Gipsy Kings concert at the Pavilion in The Woodlands (TX). Fabulous show. These ten old guys were incredible. The fact that the entire concert was in Spanish made no difference. The music and the talent transcends all barriers.

We have been fans of the Gipsy Kings for over 10 years and have never been able to get to a concert. It was fantastic and well worth the wait.

For those that aren't familiar with the Gipsy Kings, they are a group of Spanish gipsys from France. I'll wait while you cipher that one.....................ok. I have heard that they are also the most popular French musical group ever in the U.S. I was surprised at that one too, but then I really can't think of any other French musical group so I suppose that it is true.

If you ever get a chance to see these guys and you love to hear truly great musicians, you MUST go! People were dancing in the isles.