Batman Begins
Hubby and I rented “Batman Begins” this weekend and I’ll admit I really enjoyed it. :batman: Some of the other superhero movies, including its predecessors, are a little too campy for my tastes. I did like Spiderman II because of the humor. But the darkness in this one, the backstory of how the hero learned his skills, etc., made it a great film.
One thing that struck me was the soundtrack. I could easily imagine myself writing a scene with that music in the background. It would be great for some dark action scenes. Depending on the scene I’m writing, I have a slew of soundtracks to use. It works for me. Hans Zimmer wrote the soundtrack to “Batman Begins,” and he’s a favorite composer of mine.
In other news, the baby is trying to get herself sick. Last night she woke at 4 a.m. crying, shaking, and she felt feverish. I gave her Tylenol this morning and she seems a bit better, but still on the verge of getting sick. Not sure if this is related to the flu shot she received on Thursday. I also made my 3-year-old get his shot, which was interesting. I had visions of him flailing and screaming while having to pin him down. Instead, he asked if he could have a piece of bubble gum.
“Yes, if you sit still for the nurse while she gives you the shot,” I said.
His eyes brightened. Sugar! With parental permission! Score! 
“It’ll be so much fun!” he squealed.
“I sincerely doubt that,” I replied, reaching for the Juicy Fruit.
He began to get an inkling of what was happening when she put the numbing agent on his leg. Then he started to fuss, at which point I held out the gum. Instant distraction. I asked, “Would you like it now?”
He bobbed his head and reached for it just as the nurse jabbed him. He screeched, “OWW!” 
and I handed him the gum. Then he cocked his head, as if to wonder ‘What was THAT all about?’, and started chomping on the gum.
“I was really brave for my shot,” he said.
“Yep, you were.”
Michelle posted in Writing @ 12:53 pm | Viewed 1240 times
Stacy Says:
I am so not looking forward to getting the kids their flu shots…I call Monday for the appointment.:sad:
Tori Says:
Your kids are so cute. Must take after their mom.
Stephanie Says:
Hope your wee one’s feeling better soon. How hard it must be when they’re feverish and shaking — I don’t think I’d handle it well, if I were a mom!
Bosey
Crystal* Says:
I hope your babies are OKAY!!!
I had to take the oldest chicken to the doctor because I thought she had strep. Turns out it was just a bad ear infection. She never complained about the ear!
I LOVE soundtracks. And especially instrumentals. I’ve got to check out Batman Begins. It looks intriguing.
Have a great weekend, woman!
Grins*
Suzanne Says:
Awww, it’s so hard when they’re little and they have to get so many shots. I always hated that!
Bonnie Ferguson Says:
That’s so cute about the shot. I haven’t seen Batman Begins yet but I did love Spiderman 2.
Teresa Says:
Now you’ve got me totally interested in the soundtrack to this one.
I hope the little ones are ok!
kacey Says:
I always hated when the kids had to get shots…glad you could distract with gum though. Quick thinking Mom!
Jessie Ferguson Says:
Oh that’s the cutest story.
:batman:I’m so glad you gave that review of Batman Begins. I love the dark stories and I’ve been thinking about getting the dvd for this one and now I will.
Melissa Marsh Says:
My daughter HATED her kindergarten shots. They did a sneak attack on her when I took her for her physical. Even I didn’t know they were going to do it that day!
I *love* Batman Begins! Christian Bale is a wonderful Batman - he has the necessary angst, the darkness, the drive, the determination, the sexy bod…um, er,
yes. Great movie!
Mary Says:
The dreaded shots. Aren’t they making needles smaller now?
Peggy Says:
Isn’t the fear always worse than the actual shot? My oldest was the exact same way. Worried about it for hours, day, weeks and even years beforehand. She panicked about receiving her 7th grade Hepatitis shot every year she drew closer to the 7th grade. That, though I think, was due to all the older kids hype.