Ever get that feeling that you don’t belong somewhere – but for some reason, you really enjoy the place regardless? Today, I felt that feeling as my family and I drove to Hollywood, the streets of LA, then to a fantastic restaurant in East LA.
Costumed freaks greet us, as we step into the afternoon light, from the Kodak Theater. The Joker. Freddy Krueger. Tinkerbell. The Joker. Jack Sparrow. Batman. The Joker. All have one thing in common: they give the appearance of mental institution escapees.
None the less, we had an enchanting time seeing Pinocchio at the El Capitan Theater. The film still gives me the creeps in certain moments, but the music and beautiful animation continues to set my heart under a spell – a spell only Disney can cast.
I’ve always struggled with being carsick, and the streets of LA were of no close comfort. In fact, by the time we reached our destination of dinner (only to find it was closed), my head was spinning like a merry-go-round on Red Bull.
FIDM currently has the best costumes from this year’s biggest films on display. My favorites that I saw today? Prince Caspian. I am a sucker for a fantasy-epic with swords, dwarves, and leather boots. I also enjoyed the outfits from Speed Racer, Indiana Jones, Changeling, and Benjamin Button. *sigh* If only I were the swashbuckling, boot-wearing, cape type. Then again…who’s to stop me?
Ahhh, we finally had our main meal, some hours later than expected!! Thank Goodness!!! Though we ate at a favorite Mexican restaurant, I am ashamed to admit I cannot recall or pronounce its name. Some Hispanic I am.
Something I realized today, that suddenly hit me hard -why does soda always taste better with Mexican food? I mean, I’ll enjoy a good Sprite at anytime; but the fizz and sweet sensation mixes so much better with tortillas, salsa, and carne asada! Even with a burger, a milkshake is preferred. With chicken and waffles? Ice cold milk. With Mexican food…soda is so much more satisfying.
BE FREE.
