"Me" in Movies...

it's not an uncommon quandary to question one's purpose or calling. and by the end of our lives, we will still probably only have a smidgen of a picture of that wonderful destiny...not because we missed it...it evolves as we go through life...and continues to do so in the life we were really meant for.

i can't tell if that's depressing or refreshing...depends on which life basket we place all our eggs, i guess.

but i've read that a person can begin to get a snapshot of their overall purpose...the truest passions, dreams, visions...in the messages of their favorite movies or stories.

so, here's my first run at it in no particular order...what can i say? it's hard to narrow it down sometimes.

Lord of the Rings - I particularly love Aragorn and Arwen in this movie. I love how Aragorn slowly steps into his calling...his true self...and he fights for freedom no matter the cost. I love how Arwen is so committed...no matter what that means. And how she saves Frodo despite danger to herself!!! Amazing!

Braveheart - I love this movie because the passion is set on freedom. This battle calls people out of their personal hiding places...becoming.

Kill Bill 2 - I like her strength and courage. She never quits fighting for what she lost. And...she's a force to be reconned with.

Anne of Green Gables - Circumstances don't define Anne. She is full of imagination and quirky dreaming...but she's true to herself. An original life. And, real, real love finds her in the end.

Beauty and the Beast - It's not always the bimbo that gets the prince. Sometimes...hopefully always...it's a girl with a beautiful heart.

Forrest Gump - Love and life are so much bigger than we begin to imagine...and it's ok to just let it happen. Manufacturing unnecessary!

hmmm...well, some are right on. some, of course, point to the general desires of my heart. others point to some of my particular passions...heart freedom and personal becoming are huge on my list. maybe some of the others are things that i'm going to experience as i continue on in this journey. i'd love to be more confident...marked with strength and courage. and i'd love to be comfortable just as i am...