A Vacation of a Lifetime - Cruisin' on the Splendor

Last October, my older brother had the fantastic idea of giving himself a cruise for graduating college. This idea grew, and together we planned and committed 140 other groovy adult singles to the idea. We set sail May 6th aboard Carnival Splendor to the Mexican Riviera with ports in Cabo San Lucas and Puerta Vierta. The week I spent on the boat was definitely one of the best weeks of my life. In effort to keep this post short, I will highlight just a few of my favorite memories and people.

 Leah (left) and Karlee (right) are my best friends, partners in crime, and wing-women. We made memories to last a life time during the 8 days we spent together.

A Hopeless Romantic and the Titanic 

On April 10th, 1912 the Titanic sailed from Southampton with 2,200 passengers and crew, four days later the Titanic collided with an iceberg and sank. 1500 people died and 700 survived. 85 years later, in 1997, writer and producer James Cameron released a fictionalized account of the sinking of the Titanic, exploring the relationships of members of different social classes who fall in love aboard the ship during the its ill-fated voyage. My fascination with the Titanic started as a young girl and my crush on Jack Dawson has held me captive for many years. Beyond the sociological and socioeconomic tragedies that decided fate aboard the Titanic, the love story written by James Cameron is just as fascinating to me. 

In April, to commemorate the 100th year anniversary of the sinking, the film Titanic  was re-released in 3D. Hello, best decision ever made by Hollywood. So maybe, I've seen it four times in theater since the releasing of the 3D piece of passion and perfection. Judge me.

Don't judge me. I only went once by myself. The other 3 occurrences random people accompanied me:) 

Recently, I had a conversation with a man friend who questioned my sanity after learning that I have "an obsession" with a fictional, over dramatic and sappy film. Although many parts of the film are accurate, many of the relationships are fictional but that is Hollywood, nothing new. It may be over dramatic but I'm pretty sure I would be THAT DRAMATIC if a ship sank right out from under me and I was headed straight for the deep, dark abyss of an ocean. One word- Sharks. I'd be the most dramatic person every, matey!  And it yes it is sappy but that is what makes it wonderful. 

Now that I feel I have adequately defended this wonderful film, let us explore it further...

I believe that I am drawn to the film so much because of the relationship between Jack and Rose. He lives off the seat of his pants and therefore, creates the outcome of his life daily. She, on the other hand, is the prime product of finishing school and a perfect, pristine example of a privileged up bringing.  Ironically, society is drowning her; until she meets Jack. In just a few short days (and in about 2 1/5 hrs of showtime) Jack saves Rose's life multiple different ways.  

Isn't this what life is about- isn't this what love is about. You meet one person and suddenly you've changed. You see life differently, breathe deeply, and question yourself- all the while growing into a more passionate and sincere person. Now I'm no love expert but I can imagine that when I've found that ONE person- the one man that makes me want to pose nude for him with a heart shaped necklace while he awkward draws me.......just kidding, I just couldn't resist....When I've found that ONE person, perhaps my life will change just as Rose's did. Perhaps, he may save my life and I'll see the world differently. Although Jack sinks to the bottom of the ocean (seriously, worst moment of my life), I'd bargain if I were Rose, I'd feel like knowing him and loving him was the best thing that has ever happened to me. 

anxiously awaiting my own Jack,

Christine Marie   

Attempt 2 : My Redemption...

Dearest Blogging World and/or dedicated followers,

     Hold onto your chairs homies, for I have returned! Gasp. I shall not pretend to ignore the giant elephant in the room and call myself out for my epic failure at blogging, especially the 30 day challenge. I am putting this failure in the past and attempting, for the second time, to blog and this is why-

Recently I have experienced a handful of adventures, enjoyed numerous enlightening conversations, and envisioned sharing my life with as many wonderful people as I am blessed to. This blog, as remedial and redundant as it may be, is an electronic journal and storage unit for my thoughts and experiences. 

You may choose to jump on this rollercoaster of blogging and follow me or you may politely grumble about my immaturely but either way, you've read my post so I am the winner. Comment if you wish, laugh if you want, cry if you can't help it, but most importantly, I hope you enjoy getting to know me :)

attempting to rekindle my relationship with my readers,

Christine Marie