Two noteworthy things happened this week. Charley and I went to a movie, which happens about 4 times a year, and the death of Heath Ledger.
I’m not a Heath Ledger fan. It’s not that I didn’t like him, it’s just that I wasn’t all that familiar with his work. Like I said, we only get to the movies about 4 times a year and Brokeback Mountain didn’t make the list. My knowledge of him comes entirely from flipping thru US Magazine while getting my hair done or toes painted. But I was shocked by his death. My first reaction to the news of his death was, “Oh no! Doesn’t he have a baby?” It was pointed out to me that he is not my age and that I was in fact 7 years older, but we are both parents of little ones and it just really shook me. I felt the same way when River Phoenix OD’d. I was backpacking through Europe with my best friend and we heard he died and I started to cry. It didn’t seem possible. He was young and just having a good time. Like me. And now I’m on the other side of things. The parent side, and again I’m thinking, He’s young and just having a good time. They are saying that we’ve lost a great actor and I’m sure that is true. But a little girl lost her daddy and where I am right now in my life, that is too painful to even think about.
I’m not a Heath Ledger fan. It’s not that I didn’t like him, it’s just that I wasn’t all that familiar with his work. Like I said, we only get to the movies about 4 times a year and Brokeback Mountain didn’t make the list. My knowledge of him comes entirely from flipping thru US Magazine while getting my hair done or toes painted. But I was shocked by his death. My first reaction to the news of his death was, “Oh no! Doesn’t he have a baby?” It was pointed out to me that he is not my age and that I was in fact 7 years older, but we are both parents of little ones and it just really shook me. I felt the same way when River Phoenix OD’d. I was backpacking through Europe with my best friend and we heard he died and I started to cry. It didn’t seem possible. He was young and just having a good time. Like me. And now I’m on the other side of things. The parent side, and again I’m thinking, He’s young and just having a good time. They are saying that we’ve lost a great actor and I’m sure that is true. But a little girl lost her daddy and where I am right now in my life, that is too painful to even think about.
There was the same reality check in Cloverfield. I’m not in to horror flicks, but I do like J.J. Abrams and we were excited to see it. Without giving too much away, it’s a Godzilla-like movie for a new generation. It’s a little but scary, a little bit fun, and in the end the monster destroys life as you know it.
So that is the theme this week. I don’t like it. Just a good reminder to enjoy life, our kids, each other, the triumphs and the mundane, because life is precious and you never know what lies ahead.
Wow. That really turned in to a downer post.
So that is the theme this week. I don’t like it. Just a good reminder to enjoy life, our kids, each other, the triumphs and the mundane, because life is precious and you never know what lies ahead.
Wow. That really turned in to a downer post.
I remember feeling the same way when River Phoenix died too. So sad.
Even sadder, I only saw today that Heath Ledger died as i have been avoiding the news thanks to the Obama/Hilary bullshit. (could they be more 12!?!)
Anyway, I was struck the same way and all I could think of was little matilda. So sad for her. (I was a bit of a fan! Loved him in the Patriot!)
Well said honey. I was heartbroken when I heard that Heath Ledger died, being a fellow Aussie I’ve followed his work for many many years. I loved that he was a private person and tried so hard to keep his family out of the spotlight and away from all the vulgarity that goes on in tinsel town. I just hope they clear up the mess with Mary Kate Olson as soon as possible because with everything that has happened they (the media) are trying to make this out to be such a scandal and his family need time to grieve without hearing about the questionable stuff that may or may not have happened. I too was heartbroken when River Phoenix died. Very sad.
Well said, Jess!! Thanks for reminding us what is really important. Spending time with family and friends!!
i found this blog through “steece’s pieces” and i am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful and sweet tuesday. i was reading your past blogs and stumbled upon this one. how true that last line is. i pray for only the best to come for your and your family and for peace knowing that tuesday is finally healed and will remain a healthy happy two (and a half)year old. much love and prayers heading your way…