Astronomical, Warm Expectations

Houston's heat, or warmth, contributes to my exhaustion. Walking around the zoo with kids today was relaxing yet draining physically and mentally. Sometimes my stroll turned into a near jog as the sun drained energy from my body while I was expected to uphold an amount of sternness with the kids. Difficulty lies in telling a child "no" to some simple questions though I am always willing to receive a hug from any kid. I was just expecting more of that this summer and less yelling (on my part).

I was just expecting for this summer to be more enjoyable.

Small parts have held amounts of joy as I hold a child but I thought a larger quantity of this summer would be more fun. Selfish complaints are known of as I type these words here. My expectations were just too high for this summer. I mean, Houston is at the bottom of our nation at sea level elevation. It's not high at all. Come on!

Now, my expectations are high for The Dark Knight. I have tickets for the 12:01 AM showing and that's about 5 hours from now. I do expect to be disappointed with: Aaron Eckhart's acting, the film's length as it drags on, the film's constant climax illusion and that this film doesn't quite live up to Heath Ledger's performance. I will be pleased if and when it meets my warm, astronomical expectations.

Concerning IMAX screens "We're seeing a record number of late-night showtimes selling out in advance, while theaters are adding new performances every day." -Time magazine

"Christopher Nolan's film is indeed an epic that will leave you staggering from the theater, stunned by its scope and complexity." – Associated Press

"As for [Gary]Oldman, he disappears into the role of Lt. Gordon and makes it look so effortless, he makes you forget he's acting." -Associated Press

Heath Ledger presents himself as The Joker in a role that defines a career. -Associated Press

And then there's Heath Ledger's Joker which is every bit as awesome as you've heard. -Slash Film 

I know what to expect. I know what I will be disappointed with. I know I have been ready to see this movie since October 2007.

Maybe it's just me but I see some small, black bats in the picture above.