I know, I'm late to the party. The film came out almost a year ago. I got it from Redbox last night. But I have something to say about Christian Grey, even though so much has already been said. Consent isn't just about sexual relationships. Consent is a way of life. And this is something that … Continue reading Boundaries and why Christian Grey needs them
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So it's that time of year when my blogging friends usually post an annual recap. I've never done one before, but 2015 felt like several years crammed into one. Although I've been blogging sporadically since 2010, I started posting more consistently in September 2014. Working at my college newspaper for a few years tightened my … Continue reading Best of 2015
Long story, but my dad invited me to see 'Do You Believe?' last weekend for Easter. Because I do love my parents and still hope that we can salvage our relationship, I went. My thoughts went something like this: - Oh hey, random dude dragging wooden cross through the city, asking passersby, "Do you believe in … Continue reading My reactions to the ‘Do You Believe?’ movie
The midsummer air in the upper room theater stifled, and the box office offered complimentary water bottles. I chose to experience the play barefoot. I knew several members of the cast personally or had seen them in other Theater 'd Art productions, intensifying the experience. My friend Dastan played Lucifer, and Dana (per tradition from … Continue reading Nudity and theater: Theater D’Art’s Paradise Lost
For centuries, churches have used various mediums in attempts to recreate history, to relive the past. But the crucifixion is most frequently reenacted, with vivid detail. From medieval Passion plays to modern productions like New Life Church's The Thorn to Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ...we as the audience revisit and revisit and revisit … Continue reading Movie Review: Mars Hill Church’s ‘Good Friday’ film
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