Try this one:
"I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under a blanket of the very freedom that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said, "Thank you." and went on your way. Otherwise, I suggest you pick up a weapon and stand a post.".
In Theaters:
Tower Heist - This is a fun movie starring Ben Stiller and Eddie Murphy. Ben Stiller is perfectly cast as the manager of an upscale apartment building owned by Alan Alda. Alda is a Bernie Madoff character who swindles investors especially the employees of the building out of their pension monies. What follows is predictable, but funny. The supporting cast is very good too including Casey Affleck, Matthew Broderick, Tia Leone and Michael Pena The one we both particularly liked was the gal from Precious Gabourey Sidibe. For a feel good movie, see this one.
Around DC:
The National Building Museum - Last week I went to the National Building Museum. This museum is off the beaten path, but is a worthwhile place to go. They have daily tours of the building and the docents are quite knowledgeable. It is the only Civil War monument in the city. There is a fee to view the exhibits, but the big draw is the building itself. Another plus is their gift shop. It has been written up as the most interesting and unusual one in the city. I picked up some great gifts for the holidays.
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial - Judiciary Square - Right across the street from the Building Museum is a Memorial garden to fallen officers. It reminds me of the Vietnam Memorial off Constitution Avenue. It is a lovely garden with reflecting pool and a wall that goes around with the names of the fallen officers. There is a brochure that takes you on a walking tour and you can use your phone for a tour as well. On a beautiful afternoon, as we had that day, it is a lovely way to spend some time.
Interesting books:
Appetite for America: How Visionary Businessman Fred Harvey Built a Railroad Hospitality Empire That Civilized the Wild West by Stephen Fried - Last week I went to an author luncheon with this author. The lecture about the book was both informative and delightful. Although I have not read the book yet, it really piqued my interest and am going to look for it on Amazon or the library. As the title indicates, it tells the story of Fred Harvey and three generations of his family as they build a hospitality empire along the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe railroad including the historic lodges still in use at the Grand Canyon. The name Harvey might sound familiar as this is the man who instituted hiring women to work in his restaurants and were later called "The Harvey Girls." A movie starring Judy Garland was made about them. I believe it will be an interesting read.
The Paris Wife by Paula McLain - My book group just finished reading this historical fiction novel about Hadley Richardson, Ernest Hemingway's first wife. It was not my favorite, but a best seller. There's was a love affair, although intense, could not endure Paris of the 1920's. One wonders how those people survived based on their very excessive lifestyle. If you want to get another view of Paris of that time and not the Woody Allen version, pick up this novel.
DWTS Update:
Well the finals will be next week and the surprise survivor is Rob Kardashian. I believe he is still there due to the choreography of his partner Cheryl Burke. The other two were predictable - JR Martinez and Ricki Lake. The judges seem to favor Lake, but I believe that Martinez is the best dancer. When he is not injured, he is graceful and light on his feet. It is also a factor that his professional partner, Karina Smirnoff, has never won. So I believe JR should win. Whether he does, you will have to watch next week.
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