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Favorite Movies Set in Italy
These movies set in Italy aren’t necessarily my favorite because they’re outstanding examples of cinematic genius. They’re on this list because they showcase my favorite places in Italy we’ve visited or they’re still on my list of places to travel to – and they’re entertaining enough to watch. A Haunting in Venice (2023) – canals! (the…
Read MoreValentine’s Day Movies
I’m not a hugely romantic person, but I do enjoy watching a smart RomCom and occasionally wipe away a few tears after viewing a tug-at-your-heart romantic movie. When asked what my favorite Valentine’s Day movie was, I initially couldn’t think of one because I usually don’t set out to watch one. But then I…
Read MoreFavorite Halloween Movies
When it comes to creating a list of favorite Halloween movies, you might first think of some blockbuster “scary movie” series, such as A Nightmare on Elm Street, Chucky, Scream and Halloween. Then, of course, there’s the softer side of famous Halloween movies, namely, It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. Even if you’re…
Read MoreHoliday Movies
(Last updated: December 17, 2024) The other day I was asked about my favorite holiday movies to watch. That question made me realize that other than some of my childhood favorites (A Charlie Brown Christmas, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, etc.), I don’t watch the same ones each year. So, I decided to compile a list…
Read MoreMovies and Books about Spain
When we watch movies or documentaries, sometimes they spur my husband and me to put a destination on our travel bucket list. Such was the case when we watched a documentary about running with the bulls in Pamplona. We eventually decided to forego the risk of getting gored by large livestock, but we still wanted…
Read MoreMovies and Books about Portugal
When we watch movies or documentaries, sometimes they spur my husband and me to put a destination on our travel bucket list. Such was the case when watched the Portugal episode of Anthony Bourdain’s show, No Reservations, back in 2013. It took us awhile, but we finally made it to Portugal in 2018. Once we…
Read MoreThe Best Girl Power Movies
Here’s the background behind my best girl power movies list. I believe in dividing up our spaces into zones. In an office, there can be a work zone, a supplies zone and a reference zone. In a bedroom, there’s a sleeping zone, a dressing zone, and there can be a reading zone (sitting area) or…
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