This week I have been out exploring the Flathead area. I found a couple of cute coffee shops in both Kalispell and Whitefish where I have been able to go to get some reading and writing done in a fun and relaxing atmosphere. I have also been able to go to a couple of movie/documentary showings.
On Tuesday I went to the Flathead Valley Community College showing of Miss Representation which was a really great documentary on Women and the media. It did an interesting job of giving facts of how little women are represented by media companies, especially women in positions of power and influence. The film used examples of how famous women in politics are under completely different scrutiny than men. For example, when Hillary Clinton disagrees with someone, she is considered to be complaining or bitching and people blame it on PMS or menopause. Whereas if a male politician were to make the same statement they would be simply stating their opinion on the matter. If you have time and are interested in gender, you should check it out.
Since the days have all been cloudy and snowy, I have been restricted to sticking around the cities. I have really been wanting to go on the "Going to the Sun Road" which heads up towards Glacier National Park, but after my experience driving in the snow on the mountains with my car, I am not too anxious to go up there with this weather.
On Thursday, Aunt Kim arranged for me to meet up with one of her friends Lisa and her niece to go to the Mountain Film Tour in Whitefish. We met up and had pizza and some wine before heading over to see the films. There were a couple that were really moving, funny and some that were down right crazy. I will link some of my favorites that are short so you can take a peek on youtube:
Kadoma: "Kadoma" was a nickname for Hendri Coetzee, a legendary South African kayaker who had explored some of Africa’s wildest rivers. In December of 2010, American pro kayakers Chris Korbulic and Ben Stookesbury followed Coetzee into the Democratic Republic of Congo for a first descent of the dangerous Lukuga River. Seven weeks into the expedition, tragedy struck. Coetzee was paddling tip to tail in between the other two men when a fifteen-foot crocodile surfaced silently and swiftly pulled him underwater. He was never seen again.
Mr. Happy Man: Johnny Barnes is one of the happiest people in the world, and his main goal in life is to share that happiness. This humble and lovable Bermudan wakes up at 3 a.m. every morning and heads to one particularly busy intersection to stand, wave, blow kisses and shout, “I love you!” to passers-by. Crazy or not, Johnny has a lot to say about what it takes to be optimistic and happy. And he has brought smiles to the faces of thousands who would have an otherwise dreary morning commute.
Way Back Home: With trial bike in hand, Danny MacAskill returns to the old country to try a few new school tricks. Filmmaker Dave Sowerby captured MacAskill at play in his hometown of Dunvegan, Scotland.
And by far the funniest:
Animal Beatbox: What is the true call of the wild? Here we travel down a very special river and are introduced to a wide variety of animal kingdom members, each of whom contributes their name for the sake of music. Look for the monk-ey.
You should check them out if you have the time!
On Tuesday I went to the Flathead Valley Community College showing of Miss Representation which was a really great documentary on Women and the media. It did an interesting job of giving facts of how little women are represented by media companies, especially women in positions of power and influence. The film used examples of how famous women in politics are under completely different scrutiny than men. For example, when Hillary Clinton disagrees with someone, she is considered to be complaining or bitching and people blame it on PMS or menopause. Whereas if a male politician were to make the same statement they would be simply stating their opinion on the matter. If you have time and are interested in gender, you should check it out.
Since the days have all been cloudy and snowy, I have been restricted to sticking around the cities. I have really been wanting to go on the "Going to the Sun Road" which heads up towards Glacier National Park, but after my experience driving in the snow on the mountains with my car, I am not too anxious to go up there with this weather.
On Thursday, Aunt Kim arranged for me to meet up with one of her friends Lisa and her niece to go to the Mountain Film Tour in Whitefish. We met up and had pizza and some wine before heading over to see the films. There were a couple that were really moving, funny and some that were down right crazy. I will link some of my favorites that are short so you can take a peek on youtube:
Kadoma: "Kadoma" was a nickname for Hendri Coetzee, a legendary South African kayaker who had explored some of Africa’s wildest rivers. In December of 2010, American pro kayakers Chris Korbulic and Ben Stookesbury followed Coetzee into the Democratic Republic of Congo for a first descent of the dangerous Lukuga River. Seven weeks into the expedition, tragedy struck. Coetzee was paddling tip to tail in between the other two men when a fifteen-foot crocodile surfaced silently and swiftly pulled him underwater. He was never seen again.
Mr. Happy Man: Johnny Barnes is one of the happiest people in the world, and his main goal in life is to share that happiness. This humble and lovable Bermudan wakes up at 3 a.m. every morning and heads to one particularly busy intersection to stand, wave, blow kisses and shout, “I love you!” to passers-by. Crazy or not, Johnny has a lot to say about what it takes to be optimistic and happy. And he has brought smiles to the faces of thousands who would have an otherwise dreary morning commute.
Way Back Home: With trial bike in hand, Danny MacAskill returns to the old country to try a few new school tricks. Filmmaker Dave Sowerby captured MacAskill at play in his hometown of Dunvegan, Scotland.
And by far the funniest:
Animal Beatbox: What is the true call of the wild? Here we travel down a very special river and are introduced to a wide variety of animal kingdom members, each of whom contributes their name for the sake of music. Look for the monk-ey.
You should check them out if you have the time!
I made my way to Missoula today which was fun. Walked around the downtown for a bit before I decided that since I was in Missoula, I had to walk up to the famous "M." So I did. My calves might hate me right now, but it was a great view of the city. Once I find my camera cord I will be sure to post some pictures. Plus the view of the mountains and lake on the drive to Missoula were spectacular! I kept pulling over to get the same picture of a different view of the mountains because I just couldn't get over how beautiful they were! Despite the 40 degree weather, I have really been enjoying my time here! Enjoy the films :)
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