We just experienced a rolling 5.6 earthquake. The chandelier is still swaying slightly, and the cats are less than thrilled. All of the updated safety training I helped to present last week at work? Gone. Hi, my name is panic. I can be the most prepared adult girl scout in the world, but the minute the ground beneath me begins to shake, my legs become weak and so do I.

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- Jo

That atmospheric music you hear during each episode of the television show Friday Night Lights is the work of Austin-based instrumental band Explosions in the Sky. They also provided the entire soundtrack for the 2004 Friday Night Lights film (although it remains a mystery why none of their tracks appear on the actual CD from the TV series).

The music of Explosions in the Sky sets the perfect emotional tone each week on Friday Night Lights, and I love listening to them while I’m writing. I highly recommend that you buy any of their four albums, or at least download the following songs on iTunes:

• First Breath After a Coma
• Remember Me as a Time of Day
• Six Days at the Bottom of the Ocean
• Your Hand in Mine

Ugh. That was my response to the few hours of the World Series that I did watch. I have never been a huge Rockie’s fan, but I was on the underdog bandwagon…especially given that they faced my second least favorite team ever (the Angels are more evil in my book).

I have seen a fair number of movies in my lifetime, primarily from the late 1970′s to the present.

But I need your help…

I am having minor surgery in December and will have at least a week at home during recovery. Of course I will spend most of that time sleeping and watching DVDs. I am seeking recommendations from YOUR favorite films of all time, from any genre or year. You can check to see if I’ve already seen your choice(s) here.

If I watch a movie that you suggest and I absolutely love it, I will buy you that film or another DVD of your choice.

Here are the caveats:

1. Your recommendation(s) must be currently available on DVD
2. You must list your suggestions as a comment
3. All submissions must be posted by 12/1/07
   
4. Only one person will win
5. The winner may choose a DVD with a retail value of $30 or less

So bring it on, people. Whether it be an obscure indie or testosterone-laden blockbuster, I’m game if I haven’t seen it yet.

Sound good?

Thank you in advance for playing.