Dear Moviegoer: Tales From Behind The Velvet Curtains (Book) - 2/10/2018 8:08:11 AM
This book should be a required read before anyone enters a movie theater, especially those who thing rules don't apply to them. I'm not a big movie goer now but loved it when I was young so this book intrigued me and felt relatable. The employee perspective was very revealing of human behavior when it is thought that no one is looking. The writing style caught and kept my attention and I did not put it down until I was finished. Some chapters made me laugh and some made me groan at people's behavior revealed by this author. It was very entertaining. A quick read yes, which left me wanting to read more. Maybe some of these topics should show up in the previews before the featured show, but alas the people meant to see them won't think the message pertains to them.
Dear Moviegoer: Tales From Behind The Velvet Curtains (Book) - 1/16/2018 12:07:13 PM
It is an interesting concept, but it got to be a bit repitious. How many different ways can you tell stories about throwing popcorn?
Dear Moviegoer: Tales From Behind The Velvet Curtains (Book) - 12/29/2017 7:30:47 AM
A book (more accurately a pamphlet) whose topic is seldom considered and a format not seen often.
The author wrote sections addressing individual topics in a light-hearted easy way but left me wanting more when relating each topic.
This edition is a reminder to be considerate of people at a theater but, in its essence, to be considerate of all people. Again each story could have easily been extended or more added.
The authentic usher schedule gives readers a first-hand look at how closely the shows operate. This schedule cements the importance of moviegoers cleaning up after themselves as the staff has so little time for cleaning before the next screening.
'Dear Moviegoer' reminds all of us of the etiquette of going to the theater and the specific topics, such as: buying tickets, food in theaters, movie ratings, phone usage, and several others.
This informative book would make the perfect gift to the person in your life who enjoys going to the movies or to the young adult who is experiencing movies on the big screen for the first time.
Easy read but in my opinion incomplete.
Dear Moviegoer: Tales From Behind The Velvet Curtains (Book) - 12/28/2017 12:17:39 PM
As an avid movie goer, I was very excited and intrigued to read Margena Adams Holmes' book "Dear Moviegoer: Tales From Behind The Velvet Curtains." I found the book entertaining, but wanting more!
Each chapter of the book has the author making a statement or request to moviegoers. These chapter topics were fun and definitely made me want to keep reading, covering topics such as what items are left behind in theaters (both obvious and disgusting!) and interesting behaviors by guests. I wish some of the stories that accompanied these chapter requests were more detailed. After reading the stories I was left wanting for more details, or asking questions such as 'what happened next?'
Overall this is a very fun and amusing collection of the deeds of moviegoers and a brief peek into the lives of theater employees. Could it have given more details and more stories? Sure, but this is definitely a book to read for anyone that enjoys attending the movies.
On the Line (Book) - 7/9/2003 11:39:32 AM
I liked the emotional side of the normal family...too often you read books that have a ‘perfect’ family...no skeletons...its just not real, the way Margena brought the characters to life... it’s always a good book when the descriptions are so good you can picture it in your head as you read along.—Beth Rogers, Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Haiku for Collective Soul (Poetry) - 12/15/2008 8:25:53 PM
Hello Margena, I read your Haiku. Well done!
I have three Haiku here in the "Den". Feel free to check them out.
No Words (Poetry) - 7/28/2008 5:00:24 PM
Hi there,Margena! I read your poem,"No Words". I found it to be a good description of 'writer's block'.Your work in general, is very good. Keep up the good work. Please feel free to visit my site here in the "Den".
Heaven Help the Firefighter (Poetry) - 4/19/2008 7:29:12 PM
Margena, your words are like steps that lead me beside these brave firefighters and allow me to see what they see. Powerful images flashed by me from your pen...and I felt myself praying alongside others 'Heaven help the Firefighter today...'
Excellent poem! A valuable contribution- thankyou for sharing.
-Zach
The Guitarist (Poetry) - 3/8/2008 5:28:15 AM
Nice work, playing an instrument can make you forget about time and space...its a wonderful feeling.
No Words (Poetry) - 3/8/2008 5:26:09 AM
You are definitely not alone...I draw on my paper.
The Guitarist (Poetry) - 12/22/2007 8:18:26 PM
I liked this Margena ! And I knew a lot of other people would too just because it had the word Guitarist in it (smile) Anyway Great write!!! Thanks for sharing.
Kelley Frost
Haiku for Collective Soul (Poetry) - 4/22/2007 10:29:56 AM
Very inspiring and creative ku especially like how you've tied it to a band you enjoy. Thanks for sharing. My best, Gloria
P.S. I also enjoyed the movie with Danny DeVito, "Throw Mama From The Train."
Haiku for Collective Soul (Poetry) - 3/3/2007 4:26:04 PM
Collective Soul has always been one of my favorite bands......a fitting tribute to their music.....
Peace,
Bill
Haiku for Collective Soul (Poetry) - 9/17/2006 3:07:45 PM
Very nice, but who are the 5 guys?
Anyway, good job.
The Guitarist (Poetry) - 5/14/2006 9:45:04 AM
Nice! I played in over 33 professional bands in my twenties and thirties. Guitar, voice, and primary writer.
"Those were the days my friend we thought would never end!"
Thanks
Richard
Haiku for Collective Soul (Poetry) - 4/17/2006 5:18:22 PM
Dear Margena
This is beautiful!! Goodness and Love are what I love to focus on!
Thank you for sharing this Collective Soul Ku!!
Love & friendship Suzie :-D
No Words (Poetry) - 12/17/2005 7:55:01 AM
You're not alone. I have sat in front of a blank page many times when no words would come.
The Guitarist (Poetry) - 12/17/2005 7:54:08 AM
A wonderful description
Heaven Help the Firefighter (Poetry) - 12/9/2005 6:18:01 AM
Great dedication to those brave men and women...great write in general. My wife and I used to live in Van Nuys, so I am only too familiar with the fires.
Heaven Help the Firefighter (Poetry) - 10/31/2003 6:36:12 PM
From someone who has been there, THANK YOU. GREAT WRITE!
THE VOICE
Heaven Help the Firefighter (Poetry) - 10/31/2003 2:10:17 PM
((((margena)))
*BRAVA, dear lady* on such a beautiful, moving tribute to real heroes--our firefighters
(((HUGS))) and love,
karla. :)
Heaven Help the Firefighter (Poetry) - 10/31/2003 9:43:40 AM
Excellent tribute to those who put their lives on the line to save others. Great write, and a perfect salute to our firefighters! (Have some firefighter friends myself; they are the TRUE heroes!) (((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Texas, Karen Lynn. :D
Heaven Help the Firefighter (Poetry) - 10/30/2003 1:06:17 PM
Wonderful tribute to our courageous firemen, Margena.
Heaven Help the Firefighter (Poetry) - 10/30/2003 10:09:39 AM
Exclelent poem of tribute to those whom put their lives in risk to rescue others.
The Guitarist (Poetry) - 8/8/2003 3:56:22 AM
It never ceases to amaze me.
Thanks for sharing.
Officer William Heffner
The Guitarist (Poetry) - 7/9/2003 12:32:41 PM
A wonderful description of practically all my friends :)
Warm Love
*Brittany Renee*
The Guitarist (Poetry) - 7/9/2003 8:04:22 AM
A lovely write indeed and I long ago played guitar but gave it up to sing!
~Nikki~
The Guitarist (Poetry) - 7/9/2003 5:45:53 AM
ooo, I love this... I have a weakness for guys who play guitar :) beautiful write :)
The Guitarist (Poetry) - 7/9/2003 3:57:49 AM
Margena, lovely descripition of the fascinating guitar player. Bill Murray
The Guitarist (Poetry) - 7/9/2003 3:43:38 AM
good piece - and love guitar, tks
The Guitarist (Poetry) - 7/8/2003 10:44:50 PM
wow...lovely write...superb...even i used to play guitar when i was young but now i am into violin...thank u...BHUWAN
The Guitarist (Poetry) - 7/8/2003 10:37:53 PM
Lovely, Margena! I've always wanted to play guitar, this piece aches me that I haven't. I knew a guitar player, in my youth, and he was just like this... :)
