I’m fairly caught up in the garden–I have stuff planted inside and out. But, I’m not at all caught up on yard work. Jake’s birthday is next weekend and the weather looks like it might be nice, so I guess it’s time to at least get the patio in order so we can have things outside.
rough justice
Another book from Lisa Scottoline. It was fine, just like the rest of hers, but nothing to write home about. It was a legal thriller, like all of her other books that I’ve read (which I think is the only type of book she writes).
But, I could sure go for a Stephen King or Joe Hill novel. Unfortunately, I’m all caught up on those authors. Perhaps it is time to re-read some of their works?
My rating: 3/5
three billboards outside ebbing, missouri
This was a really good movie. Surely you have heard of it so I won’t bore you with the details. It starred Frances McDormand (who is great in every role I’ve ever seen her in and who also won Best Actress for this film). There was one thing that bothered me about it, though–everyone’s grammar was atrocious. I mean, it’s not like I don’t know people who have bad grammar, but this was a little over the top. It made the writing seem a little out of touch to me. Other than that, it was quite compelling.
My rating: 4/5
get out
Interestingly, comedian Jordan Peele wrote and directed this horror movie. It had some elements of comedy for sure, but it was mostly a social commentary about racism. It was done quite well. I don’t want to spoil the movie by talking about the plot, but what was going on was totally crazy. Both Brian and I enjoyed the movie, and I’m still thinking about it a few days after watching, so I guess it had its intended effect.
My rating: 3.5/5
drier dryer
My dryer hasn’t been working properly since I got a new washing machine. At first, I blamed it on the new washer (perhaps it didn’t get as much water out of the laundry as the old one?). But after reading a couple of articles, I decided to check the dryer vent hose. Apparently this is something I should have done about five years ago as it was about 90% clogged with lint. Brian helped me get everything cleaned up and now the dryer is working as good as new!
Note to self: check this again in 2023.