Revisiting Hook: Spielberg’s Grown-Up Fairytale That Still Has Its Boyhood Heart

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When Hook premiered in 1991, it invited audiences back to Neverland — but with a twist. Instead of the eternal boy we’d left flying with Tinkerbell, we meet a Peter Pan who has traded sword fights for boardrooms, and adventure for airline schedules. Steven Spielberg takes J.M. Barrie’s timeless myth and reimagines it as a story about memory, responsibility, and rediscovering joy.

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Bloganuary: An Item from My Youth

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Today’s Bloganuary post is based on the prompt: “Describe an item you were incredibly attached to as a youth. What became of it?” Read on for my thoughts on this question.

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Movie Review: Exploring the Enduring Charm of The Sandlot

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The Sandlot is a delightful film that takes viewers on a nostalgic journey back to the carefree days of childhood and the joys of summer. Released in 1993, this coming-of-age sports comedy has become a timeless classic, capturing the hearts of audiences with its endearing characters, heartfelt storytelling, and timeless life lessons.

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What was your dream job as a child?

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What was your dream job as a child? Kids say the craziest things, so I’m sure many of you had unusual aspirations at a young age. Read for my answer to this question and let me know yours.

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What is a treasure that’s been lost?

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Today, think about the following question: what is a treasure that has been lost? I don’t mean gold coins. Think about it in a figurative sense. What is a lost treasure when it relates to your life, your community, or society as a whole? Read on for my thoughts on this question.

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What is the earliest memory you have?

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Life is a series of experiences that provide us with memories we reflect on and rely on to tell stories about our journey. The hope is that we have more positive memories than negative ones. However, sometimes the negative ones can result in hilarious stories or lessons learned. What is the earliest memory you have? Read on for mine.

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