Mama Mia --- A Fun Movie for Boomers

I just went to see the Mama Mia movie tonight... loved it. Now, first, I must admit, it's hokey and probably a woman's movie. I saw the play on Broadway and enjoyed that too. It's always weird to see a musical completely adapted into a movie ... but once you get past that, this is great, especially the music. Now, if you weren't around in the 60's and 70's or if you blinked, then you missed Abba. Mama Mia has given them a whole new audience.

What was really fun watching this tonight was that it stars Meryl Streep, one of the finest actresses of her time. Here she is singing and dancing and gyrating sex appeal... and she's in her 50's. It also stars Pierce Brosnan as one of her lovers... he's well in his 50's. There are several others ... all boomers. They sing, are sexy, dance. I love how we/boomers show up in this movie. We are vibrant, full of life, attractive. There's lots of kissy-face.

Kids might watch this and say "yuck .. they're old" ... but we will relish every moment.

Point: No matter what your age, you are still sexy, vibrant, funny and alive with spirit ... if you want to be.

Don't be afraid to flaunt your sexuality and your beauty. Don't let anyone else put parameters or boundaries or limitations on you being youthful and sexy. You have just as much right as anyone else. And, make sure you support the theater and films that give this message out as well. Spend your money to support our cause.

So, go out and see Mama Mia. Be ready to bounce in your seat. You won't be able to sit still. Be prepared to laugh and to cry.. and just know that you will leave the theater happy. Then, go out in the street just proud to be who you are.

We boomers rock!!!
Have a wonderful mid-week.
Ann