no reservations

What is that one thing in your life that you have to have no reservations? The question may sound tough but there are certain aspects in our lives that we need to be bold. For some people that aspect may be their principle, faith or ambition, but most would affirm that it is their loved ones which call for a lot of bravery and dedication.

Watched the premiere night of No Reservations last Sept. 21. The movie is starred by Catherine Zeta Jones and Aaron Eckhart. The lead role Kate(Zeta Jones), is a fussy and committed head chef who is endowed with an illustrious career in one of the opulent restaurants in Manhattan. Upon the death of her sister, she will be compelled to take care of her niece who is having a difficult time moving on. Apart from the emotional baggage she has to deal with, her uncompromising character is shaken when a new sous-chef comes into the picture. Nick (Eckhart) is a nonchalant chef who loves to sing opera while cooking and is gifted with a charisma which would help him land a job in the restaurant where Kate works. Abashed by the sudden dislodge of her power in the kitchen, Kate tries to get rid of Nick in her work area, only to realize that Nick may be the one person who can help her connect with her niece and get her to fall in love again.

The movie did not wow me, but in a way it pinched a small portion of my heart. Reminding me of lessons in life that are so fundamental that people often forget. I certainly would have loved if Zeta Jones groomed herself more. I think that she was not at her most endearing beauty in the movie but I guess that's because of the role she portrayed. I'm just accustomed to seeing her regal and charming all the time. It would have helped also if the director added some more twists in the story coz while watching, I seem to have predicted what will happen next and thats a taboo for a good script. Anyhow, it all boils down to being there and watching the movie and enjoying the time.

I thought of making a list of the things that people should have 'no reservations'. Go on contemplate:

No Reservations in...

1. comforting a friend
2 nurturing your health
3. encouraging a fainthearted
4. following your passion
5. speaking your mind
6. making yourself look attractive
7. letting a loved one feel how special he is
8. trying out a new activity
9. saying no to what is truly wrong
10. praising God