You know the difference between a severe concussion and a mild concussion? A SEVERE concussion is one that happens to you. 
Written by Jenny Lumet (yep, she's legendary director Sidney's daughter,) directed by Jonathan Demme and starring Anne Hathaway in her Academy Award nominated role, "Rachel Getting Married" literally makes you part of the wedding party. The film begins with black sheep Anne Hathaway being released from rehab and rushed home in time for the rehearsal dinner. She's the chain-smoking been-in-and-out-of-rehab sibling of Rachel who's getting ready for her big day.
It's clear from the beginning that Kym (Anne Hathaway's black sheep character) is a train wreck in progress.
While any sane family would assume the crash position in anticipation of the 12-step impact of a returning drug addict, these folks don't even buckle their seat belts.
Guess what happens. Everybody gets some bumps and bruises. A few fare even worse.
Along the way we're treated to all the (ab)normal trappings of today's weddings - from uncomfortable speeches at the rehearsal dinner to lame music at the reception. It's all here as we watch Kym connect dependent to co-dependent as only a narcissistic narco-addict can.
If you're a Boomer dad shelling out the long green on your baby's summer wedding, you might want to send your regrets to this one. It'll give you nightmares. If, however, you want to see how another family handles their trip to dysfunction junction, send in your RSVP. Rachel Getting Married is one wedding worth attending, even if you need a couple of aspirin.
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Prepare your own Mexican quick fix with this Chipotle-inspired bowl. Carbs are moderated by filling the bowl with beans, extra veggies and chicken. No need for rice, since the beans count as carbs.
Tips:
If you love tomatoes, increase the quantity to 1/2 cup, but note that the carbohydrates will also increase.
If preparing this recipe for one person, cut all of the ingredients in half. Or simply prepare the full recipe up to the end of step 2 and store leftover chicken and vegetable-bean mixture in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave on High for 1 to 2 minutes, or until heated through, and continue with step 3.
Health Bite: The iron, calcium, magnesium, manganese, copper and zinc in black beans help to keep bones strong and healthy.
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