At the movies: Seventeen.

Showing once. Tonight. On 16mm. Just go. Do that, for me.

You can read this beforehand, or after. Just go. Don't miss this.

People who inspire: Julia Child.

I always knew that I liked her for more than just cooking.

Julia Child, in addition to teaching the world the value of wine, butter, and a sense of humor in the kitchen, was a spy for the Allies during WWII.

You learn something new every day.

I've never been much for cooking, but thanks to Dad and Stepmomma Jim's tireless devotion to the culinary arts, I've appreciated the hell out of her timeless work.