Anyone that knows me can tell you I am a lover of art, music and movies. Above all, I absorb history. I read encyclopedias and books about president as a child. I’ve been called “Sravipedia” before, and I play trivia with friends almost every week, and usually win! Growing up in New Orleans, Louisiana, Ocean…
Love and Hate in America
We live in a world where hate is the driving force. We live in a world where you are not free to love, but it is okay to hate. It hurts me to see people attack each other because their opinions differ. What's wrong with coexisting? With living next to your neighbor that is a different gender, race, …
They’re writing songs of love, but not for me
One more Valentine's Day in the books. It's not a big day for me. I am, after all, a cynical romantic. I am happy for all those who want to celebrate, and should, but it's just not for me. As George & Ira Gershwin told us: Old Man Sunshine, listen, you Never tell me dreams …
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Super Blues for a Recovering Sports Addict
I used to be the biggest sports fan. I gave it up a couple of years ago to divert my funds and fun to something more satisfying. Of course, right after I do that, my city hosts the College Football National Championship, the MLS All-Star game and Championship Cup, and our team wins the Cup. …
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Simple Holiday Season
Instead of Netflix & Chill (the G version), I will be going old school this holiday season, and reliving my college days. I have no internet or cable at home (financial restrictions and just plain preference - I'll get internet eventually), so I will be reading, watching DVDs and working extra hours. I have an …
The Giving Season for All
The holiday season is just around the corner, and with that, comes giving and get togethers. Here are some ideas to get you started! Service Projects & Giving Back Donate to Toys for Tots Discover what needs children of all ages have, find drop off sites, donate money, or volunteer your time. https://northatlanta.toysfortots.org/ Atlanta Community …
Does Hollywood lack imagination, or do we, the audience?
Last month, I saw a sequel to a remake (Ocean's 8, which was actually a good movie on its own). The three previews were 1) an adaptation of a novel (Little Women - a modern setting just released, and a time period version due to come out next Christmas), 2) a sequel (Mamma Mia) and …
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My Awakening
I had my “awakening” in 2014. I had a lot of free time — being unemployed & having no money, so the free time led to a lot of self-reflection, and realizing what makes you truly happy. I am a different person than I was four years ago. I'm reminded of this whenever I check …
Y’allyWood, Y’all: Hollywood Moves to the South
How so? Atlanta is home to a thriving film economy thanks to a low cost of living, tax breaks to the film industry, and a workforce ready to contribute. You don’t even have to leave campus to see where some filming took place. Scenes from The Accountant, starring Ben Affleck and Anna Kendrick, were filmed during …
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The Last Word: What will your legacy be?
I watched a movie the other night, The Last Word. Along the lines of The Bucket List, On Golden Pond and Driving Miss Daisy, the movie examines an older person whose own worst enemy is themself, has estranged themself from loved ones, and needs a life-changing experience to re-examine existence. I enjoyed this movie for …
