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Post by Deleted on Apr 24, 2014 2:34:11 GMT -2
Who I Am
The hurt, the pain, all the darkness
The lies, deceit & anxiety
The anger, the humiliation & thoughts of suicide
Have all brought me here.
The resentment, the voilence
The fear, the tears & isolation
The selfishness, the mental breakdowns
Have all brought me here
The hospitalization, the therapy
The support & love
The healing & road to recovery
Have all brought me here...
The special person I am today.
Nothing is more special than that.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 24, 2014 2:36:15 GMT -2
My Top Suite Life Episodes
Season 1
1. Grounded on the 23rd Floor
Basically this is just an adorable episode. Plain and simple. That smile Zack gives after taking the wedding photo is the icing on the cake. What a cutie!
2. Footloser
Zack dancing on stage is just too cool. I wish I could be that confient when I was twelve.
3. A Prom Story
This was a vey sweet episode. Little Zack's love for Maddie is extremely touching. Reminds me of when I was a child (I used to have crushes on older girls all the time).
4. Ghost in Suite 613
Reminds me of an old 60's Scooby-Doo episode.
5. Commercial Breaks
Zack and Cody singing and dancing. What could be more fun? |
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Post by Deleted on May 2, 2014 3:54:09 GMT -2
Sarah Novel Review
Plot Summary
Cherry Vanilla, twelve years old with a penchant for short leather skirts and make-up, has one dream: to become the most famous 'lot lizard', or truck stop whore, in the business. With his blond curls and his naked ambition he is determined to be more woman than most, and to match his idol, rival, and mother, Sarah. Adopting her name and sex, he heads off into the dangerous and fantastic worlds pocketed away in the West Virginian wilds. On his journey for fame he meets with sinister pimps, luck-restoring Jack-a-lopes, superstitious prostitutes who take him for a saint, and a host of bizarre and beautiful outcasts that make up his unusual, heartbreaking world.
Review
I havent read a book in a long time. In fact, haven't heard of author Laura Albert until recently viewing the film adaptation of The Heart Is Decietful Above All Things. Then decided to check out this JT Leroy fella (who really isn't a fella which caused a huge uproar from fans). That's probably the biggest compliment, because I could never stick a book. It was that appealing to me.
Miss Albert deserves a lot of credit. She delves into a world that most are either unaware of or choose to ignore. She's just the person you'd want to represent that, being a victim of child abuse (physically, sexually, and emotionally). It's my belief that people tend to overlook those things because of how depressing they are. They don't want to know. Sarah is an easier book to digest than The Heart. It's more humorous and has this fairy tale like quality. In fact, alot of the characters are more likeable. Even had quite a few laughs. There's Glad (Cherry Vanilla's pimp mentor with a heart of gold), Sundae (a blond cheerleader), and Pie (an asian geisha). Then there's the main villain Le Loup, and Pooh (who's a bit of an adversary at first).
That's not to say there aren't any disturbing moments. It kind of comes with the territory. The second half of the novel is where it gets darker. Its a quick read (166 pages), but doesnt feel rushed. The content is whats really important. If the content is good and story written well, sometimes you wont even realize. All the little details have charm and even put a smile on my face. This dark world can surprisingly feel welcoming. The book talks alot about Doves Diner that Cherry Vanilla goes to. It even mentions the meals on the menu (Chicken fried ahi, & Caramelized kiwi). When Glad gives Cherry Vanilla a racoon penis bone necklace I laughed my ass off.
There are alot of similarities with The Heart. Jeremiah's relationship with Sarah mirrors Cherry Vanilla's relationship with Sarah. Honestly, who would have thought there were underage prostotutes in West Virginia? Anyway, the novels deal with the theme of acceptence. Both characters long for their mother's love and approval. Cherry Vanilla longs to become the greatest truck stop whore in the buisness. As Sarah says "Life is much easier as a pretty girl". In the end though, Cherry learns to accept he's going to grow up as a man. That's the sad reality
I really enjoyed Sarah, and despite its disturbing side can be quite fun. The Heart Is Decietful Above All Things is a different story.
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Post by Deleted on May 2, 2014 17:36:45 GMT -2
The Heart Is Decietful Above All Things Novel Review
We all saw the film with our lovable Sprouse Twins. Now it's time to give my thoughts on the novel. Here's a brief sypnosis:
14 year old Sarah (daughter of abusive religious parents) gives up newly born Jeremiah for adoption. At 18, she comes back to reclaim him. The happy life he once had was gone. Having to endure emotional and physical abuse, Jeremiah soon realizes his very survival is in the hands of his unstable guardian. Through the course of the story, he'll go from an innocent loving child to a lost teenager who's soul descends to hell.
Review
So alot of us have seen the film at this point. Which is why I dont really wish to go through what we already know. Reading this book, obviosly gives more insight. In fact, its even more twisted.
First off, the charcters. Sarah isn't any less of a bitch (in fact she's more so). Though, I actually had sympathy for her which the film never allows. Look at it this way, Jeremiah is Sarah (and vice versa). Sarah starts off innocent just like everyone else. It's the abusive nature of her upbringing that ruins everything for her. Of course, cycles repeat. Sarah turns into her parents and Jeremiah turns into Sarah. There are side charcters. Although minor, very memorable. There's Milkshake, a 13 year old girl prostotute who befriends Jeremiah. Fun Fact: She was supposed to be in the film. Hell they even casted an actress (Flora Cross).
There are extremely strange moments. Sarah always wanted a daughter. Since that didnt happen, Jeremiah fills that role in a way. Depending on the lover, she'll have him play her brother, sister, son or daugther. There's a memorable line where Jeremiah is on the phone with his (or her) new daddy. Lover: Hello sweetheart do you want daddy to buy you a pretty dress? Jeremiah: Yes please. Very weird stuff. The author uses this theme of how your sense of self can be stolen, and there are others who feel being yourself isn't enough.
The abusiveness towards Jeremiah is interesting. On one hand, he's terrified what will happen. The other, he rather enjoys the beatings. At first it dosen't make sense. Thinking it through, it truly does. Someone who's used to that kind of treatment, thinks of it as effectionate.
Sarah who is unstable anyway, eventually loses complete control. In order to survive, Jeremiah takes charge. During her breakdown, she mumbles "I was a good girl" (refering to her relationship with her parents). Jeremiah responds "I'll protect you", understanding that she needs him just as much. The question I asked was why does she need him that badly? Why couldn't Jeremiah be left alone? She keeps him around so she'll never be completely abondoned.
It's a slightly longer book than Sarah. And definitly alot darker. Never has a novel left me angry, and extremely somber. In fact the ending left me speechless. After the last page, I just sat quietly for twenty minutes trying to process. Not one word was mumbled. As twisted and sick as it was, this is one of the best books I've read.
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Post by Deleted on May 3, 2014 17:59:22 GMT -2
The Heart Is Decietful Above All Things Novel Review We all saw the film with our lovable Sprouse Twins. Now it's time to give my thoughts on the novel. Here's a brief sypnosis: 14 year old Sarah (daughter of abusive religious parents) gives up newly born Jeremiah for adoption. At 18, she comes back to reclaim him. The happy life he once had was gone. Having to endure emotional and physical abuse, Jeremiah soon realizes his very survival is in the hands of his unstable guardian. Through the course of the story, he'll go from an innocent loving child to a lost teenager who's soul descends to hell. Review So alot of us have seen the film at this point. Which is why I dont really wish to go through what we already know. Reading this book, obviosly gives more insight. In fact, its even more twisted. First off, the charcters. Sarah isn't any less of a bitch (in fact she's more so). Though, I actually had sympathy for her which the film never allows. Look at it this way, Jeremiah is Sarah (and vice versa). Sarah starts off innocent just like everyone else. It's the abusive nature of her upbringing that ruins everything for her. Of course, cycles repeat. Sarah turns into her parents and Jeremiah turns into Sarah. There are side charcters. Although minor, very memorable. There's Milkshake, a 13 year old girl prostotute who befriends Jeremiah. Fun Fact: She was supposed to be in the film. Hell they even casted an actress (Flora Cross). There are extremely strange moments. Sarah always wanted a daughter. Since that didnt happen, Jeremiah fills that role in a way. Depending on the lover, she'll have him play her brother, sister, son or daugther. There's a memorable line where Jeremiah is on the phone with his (or her) new daddy. Lover: Hello sweetheart do you want daddy to buy you a pretty dress? Jeremiah: Yes please. Very weird stuff. The author uses this theme of how your sense of self can be stolen, and there are others who feel being yourself isn't enough. The abusiveness towards Jeremiah is interesting. On one hand, he's terrified what will happen. The other, he rather enjoys the beatings. At first it dosen't make sense. Thinking it through, it truly does. Someone who's used to that kind of treatment, thinks of it as effectionate. Sarah who is unstable anyway, eventually loses complete control. In order to survive, Jeremiah takes charge. During her breakdown, she mumbles "I was a good girl" (refering to her relationship with her parents). Jeremiah responds "I'll protect you", understanding that she needs him just as much. The question I asked was why does she need him that badly? Why couldn't Jeremiah be left alone? She keeps him around so she'll never be completely abondoned. It's a slightly longer book than Sarah. And definitly alot darker. Never has a novel left me angry, and extremely somber. In fact the ending left me speechless. After the last page, I just sat quietly for twenty minutes trying to process. Not one word was mumbled. As twisted and sick as it was, this is one of the best books I've read. I like your synopsis of the book , I admit that I have not read it , but ... I've seen the movie , and from what you say the book is even stronger ... it is difficult to look objectively in a world of drugs and prostitution, of the that were part by the force of fate Sarah and Jeremiah... everything becomes black , complicated and meaningless, to your questions : why she needed so badly? Why not Jeremiah left alone ? ... I think, that although be black the present and future that awaits them above all they are mother and son , they are unable separated from each other , Sarah would want not be so cruel many moments with Jeremiah, but... she can not avoid it... who really speaks many times , not to say almost all the time is the effect of drugs in her body, has clouded reason and is not aware of what is really doing with her son even though she loves him with madness, Jeremiah , meanwhile he know it, and though it hurts him the way she is , accepts it and understands it , and certainly within your being thinks she will one day she can change and will be the sweet mother that he always wanted to have, but ... for now , can only protect her and love her as is ... |
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Post by Deleted on May 3, 2014 18:04:01 GMT -2
The Heart Is Decietful Above All Things Novel Review We all saw the film with our lovable Sprouse Twins. Now it's time to give my thoughts on the novel. Here's a brief sypnosis: 14 year old Sarah (daughter of abusive religious parents) gives up newly born Jeremiah for adoption. At 18, she comes back to reclaim him. The happy life he once had was gone. Having to endure emotional and physical abuse, Jeremiah soon realizes his very survival is in the hands of his unstable guardian. Through the course of the story, he'll go from an innocent loving child to a lost teenager who's soul descends to hell. Review So alot of us have seen the film at this point. Which is why I dont really wish to go through what we already know. Reading this book, obviosly gives more insight. In fact, its even more twisted. First off, the charcters. Sarah isn't any less of a bitch (in fact she's more so). Though, I actually had sympathy for her which the film never allows. Look at it this way, Jeremiah is Sarah (and vice versa). Sarah starts off innocent just like everyone else. It's the abusive nature of her upbringing that ruins everything for her. Of course, cycles repeat. Sarah turns into her parents and Jeremiah turns into Sarah. There are side charcters. Although minor, very memorable. There's Milkshake, a 13 year old girl prostotute who befriends Jeremiah. Fun Fact: She was supposed to be in the film. Hell they even casted an actress (Flora Cross). There are extremely strange moments. Sarah always wanted a daughter. Since that didnt happen, Jeremiah fills that role in a way. Depending on the lover, she'll have him play her brother, sister, son or daugther. There's a memorable line where Jeremiah is on the phone with his (or her) new daddy. Lover: Hello sweetheart do you want daddy to buy you a pretty dress? Jeremiah: Yes please. Very weird stuff. The author uses this theme of how your sense of self can be stolen, and there are others who feel being yourself isn't enough. The abusiveness towards Jeremiah is interesting. On one hand, he's terrified what will happen. The other, he rather enjoys the beatings. At first it dosen't make sense. Thinking it through, it truly does. Someone who's used to that kind of treatment, thinks of it as effectionate. Sarah who is unstable anyway, eventually loses complete control. In order to survive, Jeremiah takes charge. During her breakdown, she mumbles "I was a good girl" (refering to her relationship with her parents). Jeremiah responds "I'll protect you", understanding that she needs him just as much. The question I asked was why does she need him that badly? Why couldn't Jeremiah be left alone? She keeps him around so she'll never be completely abondoned. It's a slightly longer book than Sarah. And definitly alot darker. Never has a novel left me angry, and extremely somber. In fact the ending left me speechless. After the last page, I just sat quietly for twenty minutes trying to process. Not one word was mumbled. As twisted and sick as it was, this is one of the best books I've read. I like your synopsis of the book , I admit that I have not read it , but ... I've seen the movie , and from what you say the book is even stronger ... it is difficult to look objectively in a world of drugs and prostitution, of the that were part by the force of fate Sarah and Jeremiah... everything becomes black , complicated and meaningless, to your questions : why she needed so badly? Why not Jeremiah left alone ? ... I think, that although be black the present and future that awaits them above all they are mother and son , they are unable separated from each other , Sarah would want not be so cruel many moments with Jeremiah, but... she can not avoid it... who really speaks many times , not to say almost all the time is the effect of drugs in his body, has clouded reason and is not aware of what is really doing with her son even though she loves him with madness, Jeremiah , meanwhile he know it, and though it hurts him the way she is , accepts it and understands it , and certainly within your being thinks she will one day she can change and will be the sweet mother that he always wanted to have, but ... for now , can only protect her and love her as is ... Well said Maria! People don't understand how they can live that way. Thinking outside the box helps. |
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Post by Deleted on May 3, 2014 18:19:37 GMT -2
I like your synopsis of the book , I admit that I have not read it , but ... I've seen the movie , and from what you say the book is even stronger ... it is difficult to look objectively in a world of drugs and prostitution, of the that were part by the force of fate Sarah and Jeremiah... everything becomes black , complicated and meaningless, to your questions : why she needed so badly? Why not Jeremiah left alone ? ... I think, that although be black the present and future that awaits them above all they are mother and son , they are unable separated from each other , Sarah would want not be so cruel many moments with Jeremiah, but... she can not avoid it... who really speaks many times , not to say almost all the time is the effect of drugs in his body, has clouded reason and is not aware of what is really doing with her son even though she loves him with madness, Jeremiah , meanwhile he know it, and though it hurts him the way she is , accepts it and understands it , and certainly within your being thinks she will one day she can change and will be the sweet mother that he always wanted to have, but ... for now , can only protect her and love her as is ... Well said Maria! People don't understand how they can live that way. Thinking outside the box helps. Colin... there circumstances in life that can only be assimilated in the best possible way, although of that hurt that mortify us for life, but ... the thread of connection between mother and child is so strong that even to the fact of being morally destructive with one another, none have the strength nor the courage to separated, and prefer to be together until the end ... |
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Post by Deleted on May 3, 2014 18:23:15 GMT -2
Well said Maria! People don't understand how they can live that way. Thinking outside the box helps. Colin... there circumstances in life that can only be assimilated in the best possible way, although of that hurt that mortify us for life, but ... the thread of connection between mother and child is so strong that even to the fact of being morally destructive with one another, none have the strength nor the courage to separated, and prefer to be together until the end ... Like I said, Jeremiah and Sarah are one and the same in a way. |
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Post by Deleted on May 3, 2014 18:29:44 GMT -2
Colin... there circumstances in life that can only be assimilated in the best possible way, although of that hurt that mortify us for life, but ... the thread of connection between mother and child is so strong that even to the fact of being morally destructive with one another, none have the strength nor the courage to separated, and prefer to be together until the end ... Like I said, Jeremiah and Sarah are one and the same in a way. Yes as you said, Colin  |
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Post by Rikki Jo on May 5, 2014 9:15:48 GMT -2
The Heart Is Decietful Above All Things Novel Review We all saw the film with our lovable Sprouse Twins. Now it's time to give my thoughts on the novel. Here's a brief sypnosis: 14 year old Sarah (daughter of abusive religious parents) gives up newly born Jeremiah for adoption. At 18, she comes back to reclaim him. The happy life he once had was gone. Having to endure emotional and physical abuse, Jeremiah soon realizes his very survival is in the hands of his unstable guardian. Through the course of the story, he'll go from an innocent loving child to a lost teenager who's soul descends to hell. Review So alot of us have seen the film at this point. Which is why I dont really wish to go through what we already know. Reading this book, obviosly gives more insight. In fact, its even more twisted. First off, the charcters. Sarah isn't any less of a bitch (in fact she's more so). Though, I actually had sympathy for her which the film never allows. Look at it this way, Jeremiah is Sarah (and vice versa). Sarah starts off innocent just like everyone else. It's the abusive nature of her upbringing that ruins everything for her. Of course, cycles repeat. Sarah turns into her parents and Jeremiah turns into Sarah. There are side charcters. Although minor, very memorable. There's Milkshake, a 13 year old girl prostotute who befriends Jeremiah. Fun Fact: She was supposed to be in the film. Hell they even casted an actress (Flora Cross). There are extremely strange moments. Sarah always wanted a daughter. Since that didnt happen, Jeremiah fills that role in a way. Depending on the lover, she'll have him play her brother, sister, son or daugther. There's a memorable line where Jeremiah is on the phone with his (or her) new daddy. Lover: Hello sweetheart do you want daddy to buy you a pretty dress? Jeremiah: Yes please. Very weird stuff. The author uses this theme of how your sense of self can be stolen, and there are others who feel being yourself isn't enough. The abusiveness towards Jeremiah is interesting. On one hand, he's terrified what will happen. The other, he rather enjoys the beatings. At first it dosen't make sense. Thinking it through, it truly does. Someone who's used to that kind of treatment, thinks of it as effectionate. Sarah who is unstable anyway, eventually loses complete control. In order to survive, Jeremiah takes charge. During her breakdown, she mumbles "I was a good girl" (refering to her relationship with her parents). Jeremiah responds "I'll protect you", understanding that she needs him just as much. The question I asked was why does she need him that badly? Why couldn't Jeremiah be left alone? She keeps him around so she'll never be completely abondoned. It's a slightly longer book than Sarah. And definitly alot darker. Never has a novel left me angry, and extremely somber. In fact the ending left me speechless. After the last page, I just sat quietly for twenty minutes trying to process. Not one word was mumbled. As twisted and sick as it was, this is one of the best books I've read. I enjoyed reading your review. I've never read the book, but I've only seen the movie. When I saw the movie, it reminded me of the rough times I went through in my childhood, and I could pretty much relate to the character, Jeremiah. I can also relate this to the relationship between Jeremiah and his mother: I would do anything nice for my mom, to get her to be more sympathetic and forgiving to me, like Jeremiah is willing to do anything for his mother to get her love and approval, which I think is very clever of him too. I always want my mom to know that I never want to make her upset, but she's a very touchy person. I know that she loves me deep down in her heart, despite her abusing me sometimes (that's just how she is when she's in a bad mood, and she can also be cranky when she isn't feeling good). Although it hurts me to see the way she can be sometimes, I understand that she doesn't really want to be like that to me but she just can't help it. "Sarah turns into her parents and Jeremiah turns into Sarah." ~ Almost the same deal with me, my mom and her mother: My mom turned into her mother, and I turned into my mom. When I was a child, my mom treated me the same way her mother treated her when she was a child (her mother used to be short-tempered too). I really feel for everyone who lives/lived a somber life, and I always hope they get/got all the love and happiness they wish/wished for. Also, I'm the kind of person who's willing be by anyone's side when they need a companion. I think we all wish that we could always live a life full of paradise. No one should ever feel hopeless when going through dark times, because we'll always eventually find happiness and encounter something better. |
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Post by Deleted on May 10, 2014 1:14:21 GMT -2
The Heart Is Decietful Above All Things Novel Review We all saw the film with our lovable Sprouse Twins. Now it's time to give my thoughts on the novel. Here's a brief sypnosis: 14 year old Sarah (daughter of abusive religious parents) gives up newly born Jeremiah for adoption. At 18, she comes back to reclaim him. The happy life he once had was gone. Having to endure emotional and physical abuse, Jeremiah soon realizes his very survival is in the hands of his unstable guardian. Through the course of the story, he'll go from an innocent loving child to a lost teenager who's soul descends to hell. Review So alot of us have seen the film at this point. Which is why I dont really wish to go through what we already know. Reading this book, obviosly gives more insight. In fact, its even more twisted. First off, the charcters. Sarah isn't any less of a bitch (in fact she's more so). Though, I actually had sympathy for her which the film never allows. Look at it this way, Jeremiah is Sarah (and vice versa). Sarah starts off innocent just like everyone else. It's the abusive nature of her upbringing that ruins everything for her. Of course, cycles repeat. Sarah turns into her parents and Jeremiah turns into Sarah. There are side charcters. Although minor, very memorable. There's Milkshake, a 13 year old girl prostotute who befriends Jeremiah. Fun Fact: She was supposed to be in the film. Hell they even casted an actress (Flora Cross). There are extremely strange moments. Sarah always wanted a daughter. Since that didnt happen, Jeremiah fills that role in a way. Depending on the lover, she'll have him play her brother, sister, son or daugther. There's a memorable line where Jeremiah is on the phone with his (or her) new daddy. Lover: Hello sweetheart do you want daddy to buy you a pretty dress? Jeremiah: Yes please. Very weird stuff. The author uses this theme of how your sense of self can be stolen, and there are others who feel being yourself isn't enough. The abusiveness towards Jeremiah is interesting. On one hand, he's terrified what will happen. The other, he rather enjoys the beatings. At first it dosen't make sense. Thinking it through, it truly does. Someone who's used to that kind of treatment, thinks of it as effectionate. Sarah who is unstable anyway, eventually loses complete control. In order to survive, Jeremiah takes charge. During her breakdown, she mumbles "I was a good girl" ( refering to her relationship with her parents). Jeremiah responds "I'll protect you", understanding that she needs him just as much. The question I asked was why does she need him that badly? Why couldn't Jeremiah be left alone? She keeps him around so she'll never be completely abondoned. It's a slightly longer book than Sarah. And definitly alot darker. Never has a novel left me angry, and extremely somber. In fact the ending left me speechless. After the last page, I just sat quietly for twenty minutes trying to process. Not one word was mumbled. As twisted and sick as it was, this is one of the best books I've read. Your review has given me a little deeper perspective on this story. I can't believe that in the book he actually grows to enjoy the beatings. Maybe this was his defense mechanism, or sheild he'd put up to get through those tragic moments. The hardest part of the movie was watching that guy belt him for no real good reason at all. I was belted too, as a kid, so I could almost feel his terror inside. The fact that his step father wanted to dress him up in girls close is rather difficult to hear. In the movie he makes a conscious choice to wear the dress and put on some makeup, but ultimately, I think he did it because he thought it was what is supposed to do, or it would make his new daddy like him. This story is so powerful, and has many emotions wrapped up in one boy. It's a perfect example of the way we're raised can have such a strong impact on who we become. He kind of has this longing to have a role model throughout the story, but just can't find a good one. He really misses out on his childhood, and is thrown right into an adult environment. Sometime I just feel like he should just be a kid, playing with toys and watching cartoons, and you see him try to do this, but he gets no rewards or praise for it, so in turn distances himself from the behavior and accepts his new bizarre world. I feel like they should have included everything that was in the book. I think they could have done it, I'm not director/writer though. They also didn't touch too much upon the fact that Sarah really wanted Jeremiah to be her daughter, rather than son. They put the notion out there, but it's not highlighted too much in the movie. To me, his character is so conflicted inside, and just want to find a place in the world, but faces struggles at even turn.
"The author uses this theme of how your sense of self can be stolen, and there are others who feel being yourself isn't enough." ~ This really sums the story up perfectly.. Great job including that bit of information; very insightful. My question for you is, which did you enjoy doing more, watching the movie, or reading the book? In a sense, which do you feel you were more captivated by, and moved by more? |
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Post by Deleted on May 10, 2014 1:29:49 GMT -2
The Heart Is Decietful Above All Things Novel Review We all saw the film with our lovable Sprouse Twins. Now it's time to give my thoughts on the novel. Here's a brief sypnosis[/ span]:
14 year old Sarah (daughter of abusive religious parents) gives up newly born Jeremiah for adoption. At 18, she comes back to reclaim him. The happy life he once had was gone. Having to endure emotional and physical abuse, Jeremiah soon realizes his very survival is in the hands of his unstable guardian. Through the course of the story, he'll go from an innocent loving child to a lost teenager who's soul descends to hell.
Review
So alot of us have seen the film at this point. Which is why I dont really wish to go through what we already know. Reading this book, obviosly gives more insight. In fact, its even more twisted.
First off, the charcters. Sarah isn't any less of a bitch (in fact she's more so). Though, I actually had sympathy for her which the film never allows. Look at it this way, Jeremiah is Sarah (and vice versa). Sarah starts off innocent just like everyone else. It's the abusive nature of her upbringing that ruins everything for her. Of course, cycles repeat. Sarah turns into her parents and Jeremiah turns into Sarah. There are side charcters. Although minor, very memorable. There's Milkshake, a 13 year old girl prostotute who befriends Jeremiah. Fun Fact: She was supposed to be in the film. Hell they even casted an actress (Flora Cross).
There are extremely strange moments. Sarah always wanted a daughter. Since that didnt happen, Jeremiah fills that role in a way. Depending on the lover, she'll have him play her brother, sister, son or daugther. There's a memorable line where Jeremiah is on the phone with his (or her) new daddy. Lover: Hello sweetheart do you want daddy to buy you a pretty dress? Jeremiah: Yes please. Very weird stuff. The author uses this theme of how your sense of self can be stolen, and there are others who feel being yourself isn't enough.
The abusiveness towards Jeremiah is interesting. On one hand, he's terrified what will happen. The other, he rather enjoys the beatings. At first it dosen't make sense. Thinking it through, it truly does. Someone who's used to that kind of treatment, thinks of it as effectionate.
Sarah who is unstable anyway, eventually loses complete control. In order to survive, Jeremiah takes charge. During her breakdown, she mumbles "I was a good girl" (refering to her relationship with her parents). Jeremiah responds "I'll protect you", understanding that she needs him just as much. The question I asked was why does she need him that badly? Why couldn't Jeremiah be left alone? She keeps him around so she'll never be completely abondoned.
It's a slightly longer book than Sarah. And definitly alot darker. Never has a novel left me angry, and extremely somber. In fact the ending left me speechless. After the last page, I just sat quietly for twenty minutes trying to process. Not one word was mumbled. As twisted and sick as it was, this is one of the best books I've read.Your review has given me a little deeper perspective on this story. I can't believe that in the book he actually grows to enjoy the beatings. Maybe this was his defense mechanism, or sheild he'd put up to get through those tragic moments. The hardest part of the movie was watching that guy belt him for no real good reason at all. I was belted too, as a kid, so I could almost feel his terror inside. The fact that his step father wanted to dress him up in girls close is rather difficult to hear. In the movie he makes a conscious choice to wear the dress and put on some makeup, but ultimately, I think he did it because he thought it was what is supposed to do, or it would make his new daddy like him. This story is so powerful, and has many emotions wrapped up in one boy. It's a perfect example of the way we're raised can have such a strong impact on who we become. He kind of has this longing to have a role model throughout the story, but just can't find a good one. He really misses out on his childhood, and is thrown right into an adult environment. Sometime I just feel like he should just be a kid, playing with toys and watching cartoons, and you see him try to do this, but he gets no rewards or praise for it, so in turn distances himself from the behavior and accepts his new bizarre world. I feel like they should have included everything that was in the book. I think they could have done it, I'm not director/writer though. They also didn't touch too much upon the fact that Sarah really wanted Jeremiah to be her daughter, rather than son. They put the notion out there, but it's not highlighted too much in the movie. To me, his character is so conflicted inside, and just want to find a place in the world, but faces struggles at even turn.
"The author uses this theme of how your sense of self can be stolen, and there are others who feel being yourself isn't enough." ~ This really sums the story up perfectly.. Great job including that bit of information; very insightful. My question for you is, which did you enjoy doing more, watching the movie, or reading the book? In a sense, which do you feel you were more captivated by, and moved by more? I thought the film was very well done. It was as true as they could make it. That being said, its a totally different animal. Films and book are ddifferent mediums. I guess I was moved by both. But where the film ends, the book carries on from that. The ending is so fucking brutal. Because Sarah takes off, Jeremiah longs for that abusive treatment. Ill pm you what happens if you want me too. |
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Post by Deleted on May 16, 2014 3:20:37 GMT -2
Sweet Pride You've been called scandalous Betrayed by a loved one Recieved praise and critisism. Well what do they know? What do they really know? Do they? Can they? No they don't. Though they should. We're told to be ashamed of such things. A sight as breathtaking as yourself has no reason to. Do they not appreciate beauty?! If they did, the world would be a better place. They know nothing. Nothing at all. You are an inspiration. A rolemodel to us all. You feel no shame. Love what you are. Proud and free. Free from the chains of society. Breaking the mold of what people expect you to be. That body. That beautiful body. A proud free body. You've had my respect already, now it's permanent. Teach me to be more proud. Teach me to accept myself. Please. I beg of you. Show me the way. Help me escape. Help me free myself. That smoothness. Those beauty marks. That errection. The way you grab yourself. If only I could have you. If only I could be like you. Wish all of us could be more like you.  |
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Post by Deleted on May 16, 2014 7:42:11 GMT -2
Sweet Pride You've been called scandalous Betrayed by a loved one Recieved praise and critisism. Well what do they know? What do they really know? Do they? Can they? No they don't. Though they should. We're told to be ashamed of such things. A sight as breathtaking as yourself has no reason to. Do they not appreciate beauty?! If they did, the world would be a better place. They know nothing. Nothing at all. You are an inspiration. A rolemodel to us all. You feel no shame. Love what you are. Proud and free. Free from the chains of society. Breaking the mold of what people expect you to be. That body. That beautiful body. A proud free body. You've had my respect already, now it's permanent. Teach me to be more proud. Teach me to accept myself. Please. I beg of you. Show me the way. Help me escape. Help me free myself. That smoothness. Those beauty marks. That errection. The way you grab yourself. If only I could have you. If only I could be like you. Wish all of us could be more like you. Do you know you have great potential?? ... I love your way write, and most importantly, I like what you convey with your poems ... you're really good, Colin... very good.   |
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Post by Deleted on May 16, 2014 7:44:48 GMT -2
Sweet Pride You've been called scandalous Betrayed by a loved one Recieved praise and critisism. Well what do they know? What do they really know? Do they? Can they? No they don't. Though they should. We're told to be ashamed of such things. A sight as breathtaking as yourself has no reason to. Do they not appreciate beauty?! If they did, the world would be a better place. They know nothing. Nothing at all. You are an inspiration. A rolemodel to us all. You feel no shame. Love what you are. Proud and free. Free from the chains of society. Breaking the mold of what people expect you to be. That body. That beautiful body. A proud free body. You've had my respect already, now it's permanent. Teach me to be more proud. Teach me to accept myself. Please. I beg of you. Show me the way. Help me escape. Help me free myself. That smoothness. Those beauty marks. That errection. The way you grab yourself. If only I could have you. If only I could be like you. Wish all of us could be more like you. Do you know you have great potential?? ... I love your way write, and most importantly, I like what you convey with your poems ... you're really good, Colin... very good. It's a little dirty. lol. But thanks sweetie! You really think? |
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Post by Deleted on May 16, 2014 7:50:18 GMT -2
Do you know you have great potential?? ... I love your way write, and most importantly, I like what you convey with your poems ... you're really good, Colin... very good. It's a little dirty. lol. But thanks sweetie! You really think? Yes really you know me, know I do not do compliments by do , only when I really like something I say  .. and I think you're really good ... |
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Post by Deleted on May 16, 2014 7:51:38 GMT -2
It's a little dirty. lol. But thanks sweetie! You really think? Yes really you know me, know I do not do compliments by do , only when I really like something I say .. and I think you're really good ... thanks sister! xoxo I've gotten better |
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Post by Deleted on May 16, 2014 7:54:06 GMT -2
Yes really you know me, know I do not do compliments by do , only when I really like something I say .. and I think you're really good ... thanks sister! xoxo I've gotten better You´re better than me... jijiji...  |
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Post by Deleted on May 16, 2014 7:55:10 GMT -2
thanks sister! xoxo I've gotten better You´re better than me... jijiji... Well... no I'm not. we're different writers with different styles |
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.. and I think you're really good ... 