I know some folks may have never met a nun, let alone one wearing a habit. Most orders today have left the habits behind and they have adopted more of a standard modern uniform type of dress code. Slacks with blouse or skirt with blouse and jacket, I know its rare to see one wearing a habit today but if you do it is something you may not forget seeing.

There is something beautiful about tradition whether you agree with it or not. I have personally known nuns my entire life. I even have a friend who is a nun. I confess, I like being around nuns. It's not an easy lifestyle to understand when you are on the outside but if you can open you heart to understanding, it really is a beautiful lifestyle choice.

I am happy to say that I have been able to witness the lives of some nuns and watching films about them can be seen as a little inside peak on what it could be like. I think the Nun's Story really captures that struggle. I have known sisters who dated before they entered the convent, some that entered as soon as they were eighteen, one who entered late in life, and one who left the order because of personal reasons. I also knew one who fell in love but decided to stay in her order as well as one who was the sister of a very well known celebrity. You can say I have known some nuns in my lifetime.

It is a lifestyle choice like marriage or the single life and not everyone can or is willing to understand the process of choosing a different lifestyle than others may have. I can tell you from experience it is worth trying to see, trying to know, trying to understand. I know its made me a better person. I'm glad of it.

I have enjoyed these films selections and hope will too. They will bring you back to old school ways of the sisters of yesteryear.

The Bell's of St. Mary's (1945)

The Nun's Story (1959)

Lillies of the Field (1963)

The Trouble with Angels (1966)

Years and years ago I watched this film and I thought I'd give it another go because frankly I only had some slight memory of it. Rediscovering films is fun to do because when you re-watch it at a different stage in life you see things and understand things you wouldn't have otherwise. It's my nerdy version of fun.

Cinderfella stars Jerry Lewis who is known for his comedic work starring as the male counterpart of Cinderella. He has a selfish stepmother, two awful stepbrothers, and he is their maid and servant on a daily basis. And let's not forget his fairy godfather played by the always fun to watch, Ed Wynn.

Telling this tale from a male perspective I noticed is a bit tricky and its probably why I have never heard of a another film trying to tell the story from this view point again. But I found it refreshing in its attempt and simply just fun to watch.

Jerry Lewis  is funny and silly and makes you giggle when you least expect it. He is just so good at what he does. What you don't expect is for Cinderfella to take on a serious tone. It takes a while to get to the meat of the story but once you get to it you will be genuinely wowed by his performance. And aside from the silliness, there really is a beautiful story that is told with a happy ending and all.

There were a few parts of the film that I remember as a child sort of cringing to but the second time around I have to say it was just over dramatics on the actresses part. Once you see the film you will know what I mean. I don't like to give away too much in my reviews but I truly want you to see and experience for yourself.

I suggest to be patient during the beginning of the film, enjoy the silliness, and hold onto your seats because you will see a side to Jerry Lewis's acting that is rarely if ever seen again. Truly lovely to watch and in all honesty, you cant go wrong with a Jerry Lewis film.

Have you seen Cinderfella? Do you like Jerry Lewis films? Are there any you liked a lot and would like to share with me and my readers?

Audrey Hepburn is one person I thoroughly enjoy learning more about. She just exuded class, the everyday woman, and elegance all rolled into one. There is nothing better than learning more about a person than from their closest family and friends. In Audrey's case, both of her sons wrote amazing books about her. What makes them so good is that they read like a love letters from a son to his mother.

A few years ago I blogged about her son Sean Ferrer's book called Audrey Hepburn, An Elegant Spirit. Its one of my favorite books not only because of the way it was laid out but because of the private things he shared about his mother. When I finished the book my understanding and respect for her as a person grew. I not only admire her work in cinema but I admire her work in life-her family, friendships, and humanitarian work. She's simply one heck of a lady.

Audrey's youngest son, Luca Dotti recently published a book about Audrey what life was like with her at home. Audrey at Home: Memories of My Mother's Kitchen. I have read often that Audrey was one heck of a cook and relished her time at home with her family and friends.

Much like his brother Sean's book, Luca shares a bit about Audrey's childhood and her career but what sets his apart is that he really delves into sharing what it was like have Audrey as a mother. He shares her love for gardening, pasta, cooking for her friends, and her home in Switzerland.

I loved all the little bits about her he shared and all the photos but I especially loved all the recipes that he shares in the book. These recipes were Audrey's recipes and so in my opinion are little bits of treasures that he is giving to us, the reader, something you really can't find anywhere else.

My second Audrey book is How to be Lovely: The Audrey Hepburn Way of Life. It is a small hard covered book that is jam packed with wisdom that is a blend of Audrey's own words and reflections on those words.

I found this book to be refreshing and the way the author divides the subjects like happiness and health and how we can learn more from Audrey's own life and words. I just loved it. I can read and re-read this book and still find something new that I can reflect on within myself.

What I liked best about discovering this book was realizing I am not the only one that is in awe of this incredibly inspirational person who just happens to be one heck of a famous classic Hollywood film star.

I couldn't recommend these books more. The are both treasures especially is you are a big fan of Audrey's work like I am.

Have you read either of these? Have you read any books on her? Just below are a heap of Audrey Hepburn related posts that I have written through the years. I hope you enjoy them.

A Vintage Nerd Supplementary Reading:

6 Things You Can Learn From Watching Audrey Hepburn Films

Classic Cinema Spotlight: Charade

Daily Inspiration: Four: Audrey Hepburn

Bunny's Book Club: Audrey Hepburn, An Elegant Spirit

Film Fashion Friday: Roman Holiday

Film Fashion Friday: Breakfast at Tiffany's (casual)

Weekend Cinema Spotlight: Breakfast at Tiffany's

Weekend Cinema Spotlight: Roman Holiday/Sabrina: Double Feature

Will peoples fascination with dinosaurs ever cease? I don't think so. There are so many prehistoric themed films out there that it was actually tricky to pick my top four favorite recommendations.

I recently watched One Million Years B.C. because I was curious about the infamous "Raquel Welch movie" You know the famous fur bikini she was wearing. She was actually one of the few pinups of the 1960's but I digress. The film was fun to watch but I couldn't help but think how much more they made a big deal about it because of the obviously gorgeous bod of Raquel Welch.

Today's installments for movie madness Monday is all about prehistoric films. Dinosaurs, jungles, clubs, jumbo sized spiders, and lots of wonky adventures. I find films like this to be fun. Have you seen any of these? Do you enjoy prehistoric themed films?

Journey to The Center of the Earth (1959)

One Million Years B.C. (1967)

Prehistoric Women (1967)

The People That Time Forgot (1977)