On Golden Pond again

The movie at the Forum tonight was "On Golden Pond" (1981). I know I'd seen it several times in the last 44 years, but I'd forgotten most of it, especially the character Billy (Doug McKeon), the 13 year old who bonds with Norman (Henry Fonda) the emotionally distant father of Chelsea (Jane Fonda), the girlfriend of Billy's father. And goodness, I had no recall of Dabney Coleman, who I think has had some great comedic roles. Henry Fonda was really playing to type based on what I've read about his relationships with his own children--distant and remote. In real life he was married 5 times and not the loyal husband of the movie. He was actually 76 when he made this award winner, but now that I live with a lot of 80+ and 90+ year olds, I thought he was trying a bit hard to "act" 80 in the movie. It was well attended and I think we laughed and sighed in the right places.

Tonight I had dinner with a woman who moved in today, so we're becoming the experienced residents as I had the opportunity to give her some tips and introduce her to our table mates and the dining room manager.  But the main topic of conversation was her missing 19 year old cat, who has either gone into hiding or slipped out the door as the movers were arranging things.

In mid-afternoon four men performed on piano and brass with a lively sing-along and the theme of Oktoberfest music.  We have some really fine voices among the residents who thoroughly get into the singing of "Autumn Leaves," "Beer Barrel Polka," and Auf Widersehen," among others. The musical group played a lot of polkas, too.

I caught a cold on Thursday and Bob came down with it yesterday, so we've had most of our meals in the apartment and have enjoyed some quality time on the deck in the beautiful weather. Mine is clearing up as Bob's is settling in.