One of the Christmas gifts I gave my son was a DVD of the movie, “The Monuments Men.” The movie wasn’t popular with the critics, but we thought it was great – inspirational, historical and cast with several quality actors.
Besides the plot line and the suspense, the reason I enjoyed it so much was because we made a memory together.
My son took me to the movie. When your children start taking you to movies, you realize the role reversal has begun and your offspring are indeed becoming mature human beings.
But this wasn’t just any movie. This was the Fork and Screen Cinema where you sit in complete ecstasy in chairs designed for comfort. You order from a menu of culinary delights. It’s like a dining room merges with an entertainment system and you get to enjoy it without doing the dishes.
Since I wasn’t hungry, I only ordered from the dessert menu and thoroughly enjoyed a piece of raspberry cheesecake.
With the background music, the surround sound, George Clooney as a main character and an occasional bite of cheesecake, my afternoon was complete. Plus, my beloved son sat beside me enjoying our time together.
And did I mention – watching George Clooney in living color?
When I clapped after the movie ended, it wasn’t only for the great acting, the cinematography and the feel-good ending.
I was also applauding my grown son and what a good man he has become.
As a reminder for my son, I bought the DVD and wrapped it with the hope that during some icy snowed-in day this winter, we might watch it again – to relive that historical era when a group of brave men returned art objects the Nazis stole from the Jews.
I found hope in the action of a son who experienced joy spending an afternoon with his mom, so I conclude this post with a reminder to my readers:
Sons, spend some time with your mothers this year. And mothers, treasure the memories made with your sons.
©2014 RJ Thesman – author of the Reverend G books – http://amzn.to/1rXlCyh
Great memory. Excellent reminder. Thank you for sharing this. Have a great 2015.
And a blessed new year to you, Ray! May all the memories you make be sweet ones.
The bond between mothers and sons is such a special one. I loved reading about yours! Jon and I went to see The Monuments Men, and enjoyed it. It isn’t often that one movie can appeal to so many different tastes.
I agree, Jane. Such a great movie. Too bad the critics didn’t like it.
Taking time with an adult child is very special. It becomes harder and harder as they have jobs and family, but that time is precious and important for both parent and child.
You’re so right, Ginger, and you are an example of a mother who does it well !
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Debbie
Perfect, Debbie! Thanks for sharing that.