The Odd Life of Timothy Green

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The Odd Life of Timothy Green When was the last time you sat in a movie theater completely mesmerized by the movie you were viewing? Out of a spontaneous decision to see a movie, I found myself watching The Odd Life of Timothy Green. This movie allowed me the insight of viewing life through the eyes of a little boy, who appeared to be mature beyond his years. Timothy is spiritually gifted and had a unique way of touching everyone’s life, bringing forth inspiration and his or her inner beauty. To begin with, Cindy and Jim Green become emotionally distraught, upon discovering from the doctor that they are unable to conceive a child. To distract them from their emotional distraught and misery, Jim and Cindy write down characteristics of their dream child. For example, their child would be a soccer player, rock star, and have a big heart for life. They proceed to place their notes in a wooden box and burying it in the garden. Jim awakened in the middle of the night by the screen door banging and raging thunderstorm, he continues downstairs to secure the door. Sensing a difference in the energy within the house, Jim summons Cindy to help him investigate. They come across a dirty little boy in the bedroom they had excitedly decorated for their future child. Their facial expressions are a mix of confusion and shock. Cindy and Jim speak in unison, asking questions for example, what was his name and where did he come from. He nonchalantly replies that his name is Timothy and he came from outside in the garden. After Timothy is bathed, Cindy notices Timothy’s physical appearance is different from other children and brings it to Jim’s attention. An indication is leaves are growing on his ankles. Ecstatic from what they feel is a
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