Mamma Mia!

I LOVED this movie! Those of you who know me well, know that says a lot, as I am not a movie junkie. I don't even own many DVDs because I will rarely watch a movie more that once. We were swimming at my parents' this afternoon when out of the blue Connor asks "Nonna and Poppy, can I spend the night at your house?" and I was just as shocked when they said "Yes." Oooh...a whole evening of babysitting- why not catch a movie I've been wanting to see?

Forget the fact that I only know about 25% of the songs in this movie, it now ranks up there with my short list of favorites, such as "Under the Tuscan Sun" and "My Big Fat Greek Wedding." The independent spirits of Donna and her daughter Sophie, the strong friendships that weave throughout, and the surprises love can bring us all emanate from this well written screenplay. I couldn't help but dance in my seat to "Dancing Queen" and "Take a Chance on Me." And now I hear that starting August 29, select theaters will be hosting "Mamma Mia" singalongs. Hmmmm... :)