HAPPINESS IS: Soul Models

Soul models = Role models

Pride & Prejudice "junkies" immediately know who Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy are. Thousands of junkies not only watch the movie over and over, they enjoy the lengthy A&E Colin Firth version. It contains 36 video chapters, for who cares how many binge-watch hours... and it is the best. The more the better. 

The fictional love story, set in 19th Century England, is a must-read, as well. Written words explain Lizzie's thoughts as she experiences an embarrassing moment with Mr. Darcy; and readers clearly understand why Middle Sister's ideas are quirky, and quite annoying, too. 

And the annotated book version of Pride & Prejudice also perfectly follows A&E's movie. A browse prior to the movie-watch explores the social norms back in the P&P setting, explaining awkward cousin's inappropriate approach to wealthy Mr. Darcy, at Mr. Bingley's party. Book-reads make a heart-loving binge-watch immeasurably rewarding. 

The manner in which the Mr. Darcy / Lizzie relationship evolves and deepens, slowly and cautiously, reveals genuine, tried-and-true, character. Mr. Darcy's high standards tend to initially come across as prejudice; yet, his past and present actions eventually demonstrate steady, loyal, kind, and generous traits. And, watchers and readers slowly learn, integrity is the air that Darcy breathes. Integrity isn't, but should be, his middle name. Sappy, but these days we need sappy.

Research into anti-Darcy (Mr. Whitcomb) reeks of a sordid past. Whitcomb covers past ill-deeds with lie upon lie. He almost fools Lizzie, but she finally learns he is a sham, with lawless acts that continue. 

Lizzie oozes of strength, that initially reveals itself as pride; she does not need a man to feel valued! Yet, of course she would more than welcome marriage... if pride doesn't keep her from building a wall so impenetrable that she can't recognize Mr. Right. It is a predictable story line, but Hallmark Channel romance movies are also predictable.

I raise a post, to integrity, proven through years of actions quietly displayed; and also, to all of the complicated yet compelling Mr. Darcy / Lizzie relationships in the world. May Lizzie see rightness, and may Mr. Darcy persist. Because it is worthwhile to believe for plenty more 😉mitt room barney😉 ...so truth will prevail. 

And, to feel safe enough to share with each other the most vulnerable phrase on earth: i love you.

Ice heart, no chiseling needed, in its original form!

So glad I met and married my "Darcy." i love you... MORE.