Good afternoon!!! Hope you’re feeling good! Where I am at, we’re expecting rain within the next couple of hours. Sun and 70’s would be ideal, but, wasn’t in the plans. So, I decided to think of movies that I LOVE and can make me laugh/take my mind off of things. When it’s raining, what else is there to do besides watch movies, snuggle under your favorite blanket, and veg out! Make some popcorn, get yourself a bowl of chips, treat yourself to some ice cream. Sit back and relax.
I don’t know about you, but during these times especially, I like to watch funny movies. Ones that can literally make me laugh out loud. Those are always fun. I’ve put together 5 movies that are a go to for me and who knows, after this, I might just watch one or all 5 (let’s hope I have more things to do than watch five movies but who knows?!) Here we go…
1.) Bridesmaids- OMG. I could watch this movie every day. Partially because if you’ve been reading along, you know I adore Kristen Wiig. Aside from her, from start to finish, the movie is hilarious. If you don’t even crack a smile- well, nope. You’re an alien. (I’m kidding). Anyways, the cast is incredible. When you see or hear the title you may think it’s a chick flick but it is absolutely not! Jake and I just watched it 5 or 6 days ago. Get your guy friend, boyfriend, or husband and watch it. Pinky promise, you’ll laugh and will not be disappointed.
2.) Ferris Bueller’s Day Off- This is an 80’s classic. If you haven’t seen it, you should. Some can even relate to the storyline of skipping school and faking sick. (We’ve all been there, don’t deny it). However while our days of staying home consisted of probably just relaxing, watching our favorite shows, and taking naps… this guy’s plans were HUGE. I won’t go into much because if you do decide to watch, I don’t want to spoil anything. But let me tell you, Matthew Broderick who plays Ferris, is awesome and I’d totally ditch school with him.
3.) Planes, Trains, and Automobiles- Another knee-slapping 80’s movie that features Steve Martin and John Candy. It’s actually what you think it’s about. Travel and the craziness that can come out of it. The people you may meet that sometimes become friends (or people you can’t stand). It will for sure give you a laugh and you might even relate to it if you’re one of those people that travel often.
4.) Daddy’s Home 1&2- This could technically be listed in a holiday type movie, but even though it’s April, I would still watch it. I think both Mark Wahlberg and Will Ferrell are such talented and brilliant actors. This is another movie that is so relatable. I love those kinds! It’s witty, engaging, and humorous.
5.) Instant Family- OK, so this is one that is both funny, but also very heartwarming. We need that now, right? I will say, you might shed a tear or two. My husband did when we saw it in theaters. Those tears are happy ones but if they are sad ones, they’ll turn happy, I guarantee it. It’s about family and all the things that we families go through. It’s about acceptance, trust, good/bad times and keeping the love through it all. If you have kids, thinking about having kids, or adopting… you might just find yourself thinking you could be in that movie. Auditions for Instant Family 2? You never know, practice those acting skills!
Those are the top 5 movies I enjoy as an adult and could watch over and over. I do know that kids are at home and need some movies, too. Toy Story (every single one of them), Trolls (the second one was SO good, I actually liked it better than the first). Bonus, Trolls has REALLY good music that makes you want to get up and dance! Justin Timberlake and Anna Kendrick rocked it. That’s my top two. They both bring such great messages that even adults need. And yes- even if you don’t have children, they’re feel good movies, too.
With that, watch on. Let me know what you think!
As always, stay healthy, stay safe, and if possible, stay home.
All the love,
Abby
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