We have started to see both Emmett and Elliott come out of their shells, so to speak. As more time passing since Gavin has moved out, the boys are both becoming more and more creative. That creativity is in the form of artwork dedicated to Lizze. Almost everyday, Elliott comes home from school with a picture he's drawn for Lizze. The pictures always say something like this: Mommy, I'm sorry you hurt. I love you. Love Elliott. That has never happened before and now she's getting buried in things like this from both Elliott and Emmett. Right now, Emmett is really into drawing hearts. Honest to God, I've never seen them do anything like this before. Sure, they're fighting a lot and having other struggles but they are showing compassion…

This giveaway is courtesy of 20th Century Fox.

Here’s what you get:

This contest runs from 12:01am 10/26/2012 – 12:01am 10/29/2012

One (1) winner will receive:

• $25 Visa Gift Card for a day at the movies
• Copy of the official soundtrack
• Copy of the book Chasing Mavericks: The Movie Novelization
• Live Like Jay Bracelet

Prizing valued at $50

Courtesy of 20^th Century Fox

CHASING MAVERICKS       

20^th Century Fox

In Theaters October 26

Rated PG

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About the film

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Cast: Gerard Butler, Jonny Weston, Elisabeth Shue, Abigail Spencer, Leven Rambin

CHASING MAVERICKS is the inspirational true story of surfing phenom Jay Moriarity (newcomer Jonny Weston).  When 15 year old Jay discovers that the mythic Mavericks surf break, one of the biggest waves on Earth, is near his Santa Cruz home, he enlists the help of local legend Frosty Hesson (Gerard Butler) to train him to survive it.  As Jay and Frosty embark on their quest to do the impossible, they form a unique friendship that transforms their lives, and their quest to tame Mavericks becomes about more than surfing.  Chasing Mavericks was made with the help of some of the biggest names in the surfing world, and features some of the most mind-blowing wave footage ever captured on film.

Rated PG

About the soundtrack

The songs will be available digitally starting on October 23rd and on CD on November 19th

The music of the film is derived from the soundtrack-taking place in a time of rock n’ roll (the 90s) in which some of the best Alternative Rock was recorded and released. Featured artists include Mazzy Star, The

Sponge, The Lemonheads, Matthew Sweet and more…

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I spoke with Lizze's mom this afternoon because I wanted to be sure that we all stayed on the same page.  This is extremely important with a child like Gavin. If we don't, there is likely to be gaps in communication that can turn into something that was completely avoidable.  According to grandma, he's doing pretty well there and hasn't had any significant problems.  I'm not super sure what exactly went down with the whole hospital thing and stuff he was saying or asking about.  At this point, I'm gonna chalk that up to miscommunication I think.  However, there is a problem and that involves how Gavin is treating Elliott at school. At no point did we ever tell Gavin that he wasn't allowed to talk to his brother Elliott,…