Possibly the prettiest creamer ever made, the Calf & Half sports a distinctly shaped, double-walled design that recalls its content's origin.
 
Having been raised in the rurals of America's dairy state, this charming vessel holds a lot of appeal for me. I'm also a fan of paying conscious consideration and respect for the origin of one's food. The Calf and Half has completely won me over.

Designed by Liz Goulet Dubois at Rhode Island-based Fred Studio, it's available through Charles & Marie; $20. www.charlesandmarie.com

We've been heavy on the documentary side of things, so it's nice to grab hold of a film that's just plain fun to watch.  Recently out at Netflix is Horton Hears a Who, the animated adaptation of one of our favorite Dr. Seuss tales of the same name. 

Horton Hears a Who is the simple and lovable story of... well... Horton; a nice, well-meaning elephant who one day is woken from his complacency by the sound of a tiny voice, emanating from a tiny speck floating by.  All the other jungle animals think he's crazy (and wouldn't we all), and thus is Horton publicly excommunicated.  Not to be dissuaded, Horton sets off on a journey to find a safe home for the speck, upon which lives a community of tiny people called Who's.  Needless to say, much hijinks ensue; some perilous and some funny, but all entertaining.

This is a great family film that teaches wonderful morals to kids (and perhaps parents alike) about the value of creativity and individuality.  The animation, while not off to win any awards, is still pretty good and the colors are absolutely vibrant (especially if you're lucky enough to watch the blu-ray version).  The voice acting from Jim Carrey and Steve Carell is predictably fabulous, although I'm not sure if I was laughing more because Steve Carell was doing a great job or because every time I heard his voice I couldn't help but picture Michael Scott.  Either way, it's hilarious. 

So stay home with the family one night with some popcorn and Horton.  Our Netflix Pick.

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