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Movie Review
Boomer Times Book of the Month Boomer Times & Senior Life
& Senior Life Review ‘THE PROM’ MOVIE REVIEW

QUANTUM LEAP DID YOU GO TO YOUR PROM? gay high school student in Indi-
Author: Rainie York — Reviewed by Anita Finley, Gerontologist (Editorial note: Yes, it’s the ana who has been banned from
The word “quantum” should she can control, and worried that newest, hottest movie, but don’t attending the prom, the actors
give you an inkling of what this she has gone too far with her let that name deter you from travel to the small town to give
book is about. The author, Rain- madness. watching it! With stars like Meryl the girl a night where she can truly
ie York, is well tuned into Reiki, There are many chapters that Streep, James Cordon, Nicole celebrate who she is.
ancient belief systems and quan- have Rebecca acting as a normal Kidman and Andrew Rannells, The Prom premiered on
tum physics, especially where high school girl, doing all the silly how could it miss?) Broadway back in November
quantum science discoveries things, but often ends up in diffi- The new movie musi-
overlap with metaphysical belief cult situations. What I found so cal The Prom is streaming
in relation to the power of the intriguing is that the author uses right now on Netflix and it’s
mind. She quotes Albert Einstein her practice of personal energy a joyful and uplifting film that
and his believing that everything work such as TM (transcendental is perfect to watch with your
is energy. The science meditation), and Reiki, family.
explains that energy is a Japanese healing A star-studded cast
everywhere and in ev- system, to get through brought the Broadway show
erything and that people difficult problems. to the screen and there are
can consciously access Rebecca loved to write also some amazing new-
it and use it. In the be- and as she went through comers in the mix.
ginning of the book, in her classes, she encoun- The story follows a group
the author’s notes, she tered issues that made of Broadway stars with a crisis on 2018 and Ryan Murphy quickly
quotes Einstein: “Every- her feel that actions in their hands who come up with a got the rights to turn it into a
thing is energy. That’s the stories were coming plan to resurrect their public imag- movie...and he surely didn’t wait
all there is to it. Match the reality from her but not actually by her. es. After reading about an openly long to make the film!
of the reality you want, and you This frightened her and she won-
cannot help but get it. It can be no dered whether she had gone too New Year’s Resolutions For 2021
other way. This is not philosophy. far and couldn’t stop. She loved By Anita Finley
This is physics.” the idea that she could get the
The magic of this novel is that boy, Jackson, to want to be with Each year I make promises to myself that I will do things better and
York’s main character is Rebecca her, although he was distant at accomplish more. I am still working on 2020, but it’s better to try than
to give up.
Jean, a 15-year-old girl who has times. She spent a lot of time in Here are 5 resolutions that you may wish to make...
her desires and thoughts coming the book, weaving in and out of 1. Gain weight...only kidding...you know that it’s lose weight. One good
from her imaginary friend, Laney. that potential romance. outcome of Covid19 is that I lost 30 pounds because I cook at home
In each chapter, Rebecca floats Quantum Leap was easy read- and have avoided the pizzas, chocolate cake and dining out.
from one circumstance to an- ing and provided a lot of fantasy, 2. Go to sleep before midnight and turn off the TV 30 minutes before
other, believing so much in what as I am sure our readers will enjoy. bedtime to relax your mind. Make this a regular time check even if you
she is thinking that she has be- Find a quiet spot and turn off the must use an alarm to remind you.
come obsessed with her ideas TV and enjoy what could be! 3. Exercise by walking up and down your stairs, walking in the halls
and outcomes. “We get to choose what we or in your apartment when the weather is too hot or too cold or just
This novel is 461 pages of wild believe,” York says “paying atten- nasty. I walk my dog 3 times each day. I also use weights when I am
ideas and how a young woman’s tion to our thoughts and belief sitting on the couch watching TV. I think I am going to get one of those
frustrations are met with fright at systems can lead us in amazing big balls to sit on and keep my balance when I am on my computer.
her power, happiness at what directions.” 4. Cook most meals at home using healthy ingredients. Soups are easy
to do even if you are not a great
About the author: cook. Just get all the veggies you
Rainie York was born and reared in Northern Cali- can think of, put them in a big pot,
fornia. She has a BS from the University of San Fran- add some chicken and beans and
cisco and is a Reiki Master and Reiki teacher and a potatoes, rice, barley and let it cook
Life Coach. Rainie is fascinated by esoteric informa- for 2 hours on a low flame. Yum!
tion, ancient belief systems and quantum physics, You will save money and enjoy.
especially when quantum science discoveries overlap with metaphysical 5. Send 5 postcards or letters to
belief in relation to the power of mind. She is passionate about personal friends and family each day. It’s
empowerment for woman, writing and energy healing. She now lives in so nice when you get something from someone, so return the favor.
the state of Washington with her husband and her cats. (To learn more I have been working on this and even bought postage stamps to suit.
about the book go to: https://rainieyorkauthor.com). That’s it for now! I’m sure you have some of your own but do make
(To purchase QUANTUM LEAP, go to Amazon.com.) 2021 your year for keeping your resolutions, whatever they may be.
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