Those crazy British films....

Tonight we were watching Masterpiece Theater. As is the norm, there was a British piece on very much in the style and dress of all of those Jane Austen movies. We happened to be watching a somewhat tenderhearted scene. A older man was wooing an older woman. They had a history and had almost married at one time. Here, years later, they sat in a room and he asked if he might call upon her after he returned from a trip abroad. As is customary in films of these time periods, the language was not obvious. It was not dripping with affectionate statements. It was rather on the formal-side. I often wonder how much my younger children understand when we watch these pieces. But, I did not need to wonder for long...

As the scene ended and the suitor parted, Lyd said with much dismay...."He's going to die."

I was puzzled by the statement. Why would she say this? Did she think the somber tone meant that he was dying? So I asked....

"Well," she sighed, "It always happens in movies like this. Whenever someone likes someone, they die."

I laughed, knowing full well that she was right. I then said that maybe this time, things will be different.

As the program drew to a close, we learned that on the trip back home, our suitor caught a cold which turned to pneumonia and yes, he did indeed die. I must say I was disappointed at this turn of events. But our no-nonsense girl was once again correct and our heroine was left broken-hearted once again.

Next time, perhaps I will save myself some time and just ask Lyd how it will turn out in the end.

The return.....

I know that Ski has posted that our blog is now defunct. However, I recieved a request to keep going so here I am. I will be back in a day or so to post again once I get me thoughts together. :)

So stay tuned.....