JUNE MOVIE OF THE MONTH: THE GOOD LIE

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         I have watched this movie at least 10 times so far this month! A heart aching story about 4 Sudanese refugees that are picked from a government lottery and sent to the USA for their chance at a better life. Three brothers end up going to Kansas City and their sister surprisingly goes to Boston. Met by an unforgiving job placement worker (Reese Witherspoon) they soon find themselves battling their heartfelt homegrown desires against their new found curiosities.  Unable to grasp the frequent waste of American culture they find themselves yearning for what it is we have that makes us comfortable and then chasing a common goal , freedom for everyone.  Determined to be reunited with their sister again it becomes the motivation for all involved in their existence. The story ends with a twist that shows the true spirit of a soul that has experienced such atrocities is willing for those unknown to grow and a offer them a chance to become their fullest self.  My favorite thing about this movie is that real refugees are preforming the story so it's not quite acting but reenacting their lives. I LOVE this soundtrack too!Get a sneek preview here: http://www.thegoodliemovie.com/tagged/videos

                                                   ST THOMAS, US VIRGIN ISLANDS
                                                    

Magen's Bay Beach

       St. Thomas located in the Caribbean within the US Virgin Islands is a beautiful paradise not to missed! If you are a US citizen you do not need a passport to travel there and you can explore the  US Virgin Islands as much as you like. The islands are made up of St Thomas, St Croix and St John with St Thomas being the largest island of this family and rests peacefully at 32 square miles in the sea. Its history brags of pirates, politics and beautiful scenery making it easy to find reasons to chase tales all over the island.



Blackbeards Castle



Charlotte Amalie

             Blackbeard has made it clear his legend will not be forgotten  as his castle sits perched atop a hillside near the center of town. The castle was built in 1679 and watches over the Caribbean while offering stories of pirate adventures and lost treasures surrounding it. I love St Thomas with it's stunning island views,  amazing restaurants and the beaches are unbelievable! The picturesque white sands lining the green seasides are a photographers dream and also offer great snorkeling, swimming and day trips to explore the adventurous side of the island. St Thomas can get crowded at times like any popular destination that doubles as a cruise stop but the island mellows out again in the evenings for you to enjoy the unique vibe like a local!                                                              
Want to know about the US Virgin Islands? Check it out at http://www.visitusvi.com/stthomas/homepage or contact me for more information!



Hubby and I having a Caribe after a day in the sun!