A Not-So-Bleak “Bleak House”

I want to tack on one more fun fall idea to yesterday’s Autumn Festival recap. Because I dislike cold weather, you’ll not find me (of my own volition at least) romping through the woods on a crisp (translate: freezing cold) fall day. No, once the temperature dips below 65 degrees, my only reason for going outside is to get to another warm place—fast. I’m partial to indoor, preferably by the fireplace, autumn activities. Books (thick ones), movies, games, family time, chats with friends, and indoor shopping malls are all delightful options.

Therefore, my fun fall idea—which will make a wonderful girl’s night in for moms and daughters, sisters, or a whole bunch of friends—is a new BBC miniseries entitled Bleak House. Don’t worry. It’s not as dreary as it sounds! Based on the novel by Charles Dickens (one of my favorite authors) it has fascinating characters and surprising plot twists. Although we rarely recommend movies here at girltalk as there is so little to commend, our family has thoroughly enjoyed this film. We think you will too.

So why not whip up some of that yummy caramel popcorn and hot apple cider, light a fire in the fire place, get the girls together on a nice cozy couch with loads of blankets and pillows, laugh at the howling wind outside, and enjoy a movie night together? And if it’s not too late (or early morning) when you finish, you can discuss how the main character, Esther Summerson embodies the qualities of biblical femininity.

How fun is that?! You don’t even have to go outside.