I won't deny that I am a Harry Potter Fan. I love the books and movies, I think they're great! In fact, I recently decided that I wanted to have a Harry Potter movie marathon. It just felt like time to catch up. However, we haven't been able to make it out to see the latest film yet. I'm not freaking out because I'm not a nut, just a nerd. I will also admit that I really like Lord of the Rings. Again not a nut, just a nerd. Now what I am going to tell you may make you think I am a nut, but I promise it doesn't sound as bad as you think. Let's see how do I say this....well let's say this, it's not uncommon for Whit to pull out a deep thought from one of these movies. (He is the deep thinker, I myself a little shallow) We then use this deep thought and make a comparison with our life or how we should use that deep thought. I don't think for one second that he is a nut, because every time they make so much sense and are very useful. So here's my point of all of this. The other day, this happened. We were watching Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. In this particular movie, Harry can see a magical creature that he has never seen before, but his friends can not. He asks a girl who can also see the creature, why they can see this and the others can't. Her response, because they have seen death.
Recently both Whit and I feel like we are in a funk. Something is different and we can't put our finger on it. I feel like the blog is so much harder to do recently. I know I should post something and I want to, it's just harder. I almost feel at a loss for words. I feel like I'm too negative all the time when I write.
We have seen death and like Harry Potter, we have been changed because of it. We can't see magical creatures now, but we see life in a whole different perspective. I think maybe where our funk is coming from is because we don't know exactly what to do with this perspective. It's new, it's taking us some time to adjust. Will we ever feel like we've adjusted? Don't know. Maybe if I just keep watching Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings, they'll figure it out for me. Such a nerd!!
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| This is what Maggie thinks of the whole deal |
8 comments:
I would watch Harry Potter with you any day! Did I have Harry Potter bedsheets in college? That's a definite yes.
We learn from you and Whit. We're learning to be better parents, among other things. Also, we love Jonas. Always will.
I don't think you're a nerd at all. I get many of my major life lessons from TV shows and movies...in fact, one of the biggest ones came from The Order of the Phoenix--the part about loved ones just being on the other side of the veil.
I'm a nerd, too. But in defense of that incredibly poignant and deep insight that you gained from the movie and books- from a literature standpoint, that's what great authors do for us- help us articulate those feelings and life experiences. You are incredible.
What you're doing isn't babbling...not in my book.
You're right; nothing can ever be the same again. The world is not the same without Jonas. He was meant to be here, and there is nothing in the universe that can fill his place. I miss him so much.
And you miss him...
Well, there aren't any words for that much.
I like hearing what you and Whit are thinking.
Maggie, you sweetheart, I just want to hug you.
Love from here,
Cathy in Missouri
I don't think your posts are negative at all! You and Whit have been through an experience that few have to live through. Your understanding of death will make you so strong and give you empathy for others like no other experience could. These trials shape our spirits. You are becoming refined, you're so amazing, keep hanging on! Thank you for your Christ-like example!
Also a fan of Harry and Lord of the Rings. I used to put LOTR rings on the dvd player just to keep me company while I puttered about the house cleaning (before I had kids). Funny you should mention this, I have been thinking of a scene from one of the LOTRs when Gandalf is telling one of the little hobbits (can't remember their names...darn it!) about what it's like to die. And the little hobbit says "Well that doesn't sound so bad" and Gandalf smiles and says "No, it isn't" or something, and that scene has been bringing me comfort the past couple days. I gotta watch that one again.
Oh guys, love you all! Thanks for "getting" this post. I felt a little silly after writing it, but then you all made me feel validated in why I did in the first place.
Ali..why can't you move back so we can watch it and seriously!!!! HP sheets! Love you
Erin..i know just the scene. LOTR actually brings me to tears sometimes. I think that might be on the next marathon event.
I think you need to add a little Twilight to your marathons....;) Seriously, though....I think it's good you hold on to those memories with Jonas. You actually seem to always be so positive about him and I'm so proud of you. I can't even imagine how hard these past 3 months have been. We think of you guys always, and always always have Jonas in our hearts. Love you guys!
ps. give Mags a BIG hug from her Auntie Lindsay and smooches from her cousins-germ free cuz we're so far!:)
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