"Beautiful things don't ask for attention." -Sean O'Connel. (Walter Mitty)
"Father, please forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing." -Jesus (The Bible).
I like to pretend I'm Sam from the Lord of the Rings. I act out his lines many times in the bathroom when no one is seeing. (Sometimes I choose the larger stall in a public restroom just so I have more space to act) And I frequently say to my friend Squimp when ever she's holding something, "I can't carry it for you Mr. Frodo, but I can carry you!" Then I do. I'm not sure how much she appreciates it, but it makes me feel heroic all the same!
Although Frodo's a hero and a great character, Sam is the real hero. He's loyal. Brave. Humble. Cute. I'd rather be a side kick like Sam then a hero and get all the glory.
I like to say that. You do too.
And I've just come to the realization: I'm Frodo.
It's dirt to be Frodo. Always in trouble. Always getting saved by my friends, not vise versa. Always putting others in trouble. Always thinking I know what's right. And being dreadfully wrong. Receiving praise even though I don't deserve it.
Being Frodo comes on naturally, like a habit. My life wraps around, "Poor me. I have to carry the ring. Poor me. I must be pretty humble! Poor me." But Sams attitude is very opposite. Some times I wonder if Sam gets so fed up with Frodo that he wants to give up on him. But he doesn't, no matter how bad Frodo messes up.
Sean O'Connell says, "Beautiful things don't ask for attention."
Dang it!
I hate that sentence!
I want to be beautiful and I want everyone to see it! But when I look at it from a distance, it looks like the song 'Ready or Not' by Britt Nicole. The very first line is, "I like to cover my shine!" and the album is a glowing picture of her in a bright sharply dress. Hair blowing in the fake breeze.
I can't say I'm any better, but I am better at covering up when I lie.
But it's true. The most humble people I can think of are the most beautiful people I've ever known, and I don't even know if they realize it! I want to be like that.
Oh, right. If you're curious about the new Jungle Book movie:
Entertaining. Kind of dumb.
The dialog was pretty cheesy, and some parts reminded me of Air Buddies. But the action was exciting enough to almost make me look past that. Acting (or, actor) was not the best. Tolerable I suppose. Most of the characters were not very likable/relatable, but I really liked Baloo, I thought they did a great job with him.
I'm not exactly a fan of movies created from older (better) movies, so I had to compare it with the old Jungle Book which dampened by view on it even more.
On a scale from 1 to 10, I'd give Jungle Book a 4.
Oh, right. If you're curious about the new Jungle Book movie:
Entertaining. Kind of dumb.
The dialog was pretty cheesy, and some parts reminded me of Air Buddies. But the action was exciting enough to almost make me look past that. Acting (or, actor) was not the best. Tolerable I suppose. Most of the characters were not very likable/relatable, but I really liked Baloo, I thought they did a great job with him.
I'm not exactly a fan of movies created from older (better) movies, so I had to compare it with the old Jungle Book which dampened by view on it even more.
On a scale from 1 to 10, I'd give Jungle Book a 4.
Wow Buck I have to say that I can really relate to this post. I'm pretty Frodo-ish too. Even on online quizzes (which are sooooo accurate) I'm always Frodo, but just like you I wish I was a Samwise. Those are some awesome quotes!
ReplyDeleteCap
Also, you're obviously the awesome sidekick (AKA Bucky)
ReplyDeleteI'm glad carrying me makes you feel heroic. It makes me feel all dramatically-helpless, which is kinda fun too. ;D
ReplyDeleteI agree that Samwise is the more loyal of the two hobbits, his humble-ness is admirable. Of course Sean Austin is pretty much the best charecter in every movie he is in....
I'm so mad at myself. Apparently we saw Sean Austin at a convention last year and I don't remember it at all.
ReplyDeleteI want to be more of a Pippin or Mary, but I'm afraid I'm more like Treebeard. Not that Treebeard isn't awesome... just not who I want to be. I would much rather be the awesome funny one who turns out to be super heroic and cool.
I love Sam so much, but if I was any character in that movie, I unfortunately, am not him. I love him so much because he's so dang sweet and... and... you know... Sam-y. I don't think I would be able to have that much resistance, and I know that I couldn't carry anybody up a firey mountain or give such a great speech that he did at the end of Two towers. *sigh* Did I mention I love Sam?
ReplyDeleteCap: I'm glad you can sympathize! Very proud to be your evil/good side kick.
ReplyDeleteSquimp: Feeling dramatically helpless is also a fun thing. Except when I stab you with my shoulder.
That's true. If you want to make a good movie, you have Sean Austin.
RuthAnna: Which one of our nicknames should I give you?
WOW!!!!! You did????? That awesome!
Hay, Treebeard is amazing too.
Emma: You also need a nickname.
Yes. He's so sweet and amazing and inspiring. I like to say as much of his speach as I remember when I'm acting. I love him!!! (You probably didn't know that, so I said it.)