Rodney, will we have to actually create log-in for WordPress? Will there be an automatic link to do this? what will be the difference between logging in and just commenting on a blog? IS there a difference? I know, I know….waaaaay too many questions for this stage of your preparation! Curious minds, however, wish to know!!!
Enter your comments here Hello folks looks like we got a new format just in time for the new season. I will be joinig in on a daily basis once the season starts.
I know the new format is just being tested, but I want to wish everyone a safe and happy New Year. As the old year trudges headlong to its demise remember… “Forgiveness does not change the past, but it does enlarge the future.” – Paul Boese
JT, i love that idea!!! Rodney, are the emoticons pre-packaged or can we add suggested new ones??? you mean… i won’t have to make my ~¿@ anymore???? wooo hooo
I’m sure there’s still a lot of tweaking to do. Looking at some of the ajc blogs that have been here for a little longer, there’s changes that can be made to make it nice and homey.
And, to you, too, linny! You were the very first to invite this lurker to become one of the gang, and it has been so much fun. D, you were so welcoming, too, and I have really enjoyed joining you this year,and Nana, you’ve been wonderful. Thanks to all of you for the encouragement and “sistahood.” To everyone else whom I have come to “know” here, I look forward to another year with you. Almost forgot my Heroes buddy, JT. Thanks for the insights and great discussions.
Point taken JTesla I’ll be around. Only 14 day’s huh? I cant wait. I hope the new commentator will help Paula keep Simon reeled in some. She sure isnt hard to look at either.
After fighting for nearly a year to get a new blog format I need another cause to champion… I miss the left margin from the old blog. Can we move just that over here? After that I will be happy. Honest.
Happy Days are here again!!!! We’re moving on up to the east side!!!! Now we can shake, rattle and roll all we want. Thank you, thank you, Rodney.
12 days left before idol comes back. Just can’t wait.
I want to wish Deirdre, JT, WE, linny, harrieth, lara, GAgirl, KPC, woodpappy, Harmony, the rest of the regulars and the lurkers a Very Happy New Year. Please, please do not drink and drive. We want you around for the next 50+ years.
Okay for the sake of sounding stupid, I could not find the emoticons. I tried D’s steps and nothing happened. Was I supposed to type in the colon, dash and the parenthesis in the comment section? Dumb is me.
Just dropped in to say good morning on the very first day of our new year. I watched the ball drop, then went to bed. But, I am up and at ‘em this morning. Gotta get my cooking mostly in hand before the bowl game at 11 and the others at 1 PM.
Hi guys, I know it’s been a long time, but I wanted to say Happy New Year! and I can’t wait until the new season begins!
I think this new format will be a wonderful thing.
I hope everyone has a wonderful 2009!
Hope everyone had a safe and good NYE and a good start on 2009. I was in my kitchen this morning at 7:15 and have just completed all my clean up. Only had to cook for 26 people, and I am bone tired. Have to take dad back home tomorrow, then back home on Saturday, then I will collapse. Love the holidays but they do leave me worn out.
Let me see if I can do an emoticon……(:_:). I made be dumber than I think I am if it doesn’t work, so here goes.
I’m going to be very busy today so I won’t get to play on the new blog as much as I want to but that’s ok. we’ll have plenty of time for fun and games once the season starts.
Hope y’all had a great New Year’s Day. Welcome to 2009 where blogs actually post a comment as soon as you hit enter.
Good Friday morning blogsters. There seem to be a bit more people here in the office today than I thought there would be. But here I am, slaving away!!!
I hope that 2009 brings the best for all of you!!!
Can’t wait for the new season to start.
Me too, Lara, lots more people than I expected Oh well!!!
Looking forward to the new year, New AI, New Lost, New 24 … and I’m enjoying “Leverage” as well… sort of a cross between Mission Impossible and The Equalizer, with maybe a touch of McGuyver thrown in.
going to be strange with Grissom leaving CSI… And there’s that “World Dancer” program (another Lythgoe project, I believe)
Hi everybody! I’m new to posting, but have been reading everything for about 3 yrs. Started watching AI in the Taylor Who season and have been addicted ever since. Can’t wait for the new season – changes & all! I know I’ll learn a lot on here (always have), and just I hope I won’t make anybody too mad at me. LOL!
Yeah. That was a bummer, D. I’d like to mention Anne, who snuck in at the end of the first WP article and says she’ll be joining us … Welcome, again! Never fear to give us your opinion and thoughts! Most of us don’t get mad, we get even… oh wait. that’s not what i meant… well… may be it IS, sort of! Just kidding….
do you realize this thing does a sort of spell check? It doesn’t like the word “snuck”!!!
I didn’t see Anne before. Thanks for pointing it out, linny.
Anne, I wrote a note to you on the previous thread. We’re still getting used to this new format so it may take us some time to do it all right. Again, welcome! And we’re looking forward to hearing your thoughts.
Thanks for the warm welcomes! OK, Deirdre, here’s a little about me. Was 13 when the Beatles came out, which makes me older than dirt. Born & raised right here in the ATL – high school, college, the whole thing. Used to hang out in the 14th St Hippie District when I was in high school…..Loved music my whole life…..currently have a b/f who played percussion w/ some of the greats when they were in town – Allman Bros., BB King, etc. Which kinda makes watching AI w/ him a little bit of a challenge – smarmy comments, lame jokes – I usually keep a water pistol handy to squirt him when things get really bad :>)
So….let’s hope for a great AI year. It’s only a little over a week away – whoo hoo!
Nikko was a great dancer on the Idols tour. I’d love to see him have a career. For me, he slung a few off notes during the Season, but I do believe in his talent. He was wonderful to meet in person.
LOL!! The water pistol is a great idea. My hubby won’t even stay in the room while AI is on(which makes him safe from water pistols)
Thanks for the info. And don’t worry…you’re older than some of us but not all of us!
Those of us who hang out here are genuinely looking forward to the return of some old favorites and the addition of opinionated newbies(don’t worry, you won’t be a newbie for long)
Connie! neat to meet someone like Niko, for sure! How’d that happen? are you a lurker who’s decided to join us? Come on in the “water’s” fine!!! so to speak….
I think it was the lack of a space after the !!, Harm!
see you guys Tuesday … I have to take a young’un back to college monday!
Good morning one and all! I am back at work after being off since Christmas Eve. Am actually glad to be back and see everyone. We will have a lull for a bit until the students get back, but I am glad to have a job to come to. Lots of others are not so lucky. And, the anticipation is building for the return of “our” Idol! What a time of year! And, Lost, too!
D, I did enjoy it, but I was very tired once Christmas stuff was over. I did get to watch some old tv programs on the Hallmark channel on weekeday mornings, which I enjoyed–reruns of The Waltons and Little House, etc. They are ageless! I also pretty much liked everything I got for presents, so I did not have to fight the crowds who were returning gifts. Went to see “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” and I liked it a lot. I think I’d have enjoyed it more with another actor playing the role, though. Brad Pitt is not my cup of tea! I know, this is heresy to some folks!
LOL!!! I haven’t seen Ben Button yet but we’ll be going this week. We saw Seven Pounds last week. Very good, very sad, bring tissues. And we saw Doubt yesterday. The performances were amazing.
Thanks for the input on the other movies, D. I plan to see both of them. I heard Seven Pounds was a tear-jerker, so I will be forearmed with tissues. I want to see Gran Torino as well. They say it may be Clint Eastwood’s finest acting job of his career.
I saw 7 pounds, and what I have to say about that movie is that they should be glad that Will Smith is such a good actor. The movie is a tear jerker, but the plot line got so scrambled. He definately made it worth watching.
I also saw Twilight again – took my mom. This time I got to hear the dialog, no screeming girls in my theatre. It really is a good movie, but could have been better, maybe with some more $$$ thrown in.
I am looking forward to the new season starting….especially 24 – go Jack Bauer!!!
Hubby wants to see Gran Torino and I’m kinda looking forward to it, too. We’ll probably see it next week.
Lara, I have questions, too about Seven Pounds but not everyone has seen it yet so asking would only ruin it for them. And…it’s always worth watching Will Smith…even if the movie is horrible(Hancock).
Hi y’all…I haven’t seen TCCOBB or 7 Lbs yet, but they’re on my list. I did see Marley and Me (cute!) and Yes Man (it was Jim Carrey being Jim Carrey…decent). I also caught up with Eagle Eye, Secret Lives of Bees, and Role Models (hilariously wrong).
Hey, k&cf! I’m not sure I can go see Marley and Me. I read the book and cried for a day. Sad animal stories(and they’re sad if ANYTHING bad happens to the animal) wipe me out! As for Jim Carrey..I loved The Truman Show and Eternal Sunshine but I can live without his “bouncing off the walls” movies. I’m kinda done with Will Farrell, too.
LOL!!! No cheatin’ there, k&cf…Rodney encourages us to read mj. She’s full of info and, for her, it’s a full time job, unlike our Rodney who has a large number of irons in the fire and gives us attention when he can. I like mj’s blog, just don’t like to post there.
MJ is amazing at what she does. And yes, Deirdre, that “enter comment here” is in the box and you have to delete it every time you post. I’m going to ask tech about that… or remind me when the guy who set this up comes back to work. (He’s off today.)
I posted my third blog entry today. Still working my way in. Gotta learn how to embed videos next! And how to link polls!
Hey man the falcons caught fire this year and will do it again the next time they get the chance to play.Matt fryin brians did at a great supper type job leading this team to the championship and all.The cards deserved the title and will enjoy that win as long as the live on this earth.W eneed to do all three meals next year and eat all the desserts offered to us and have funwhats.
Cool new blog, but I miss having avatars like the version a couple years ago allowed (remember my Phil Donahue and John Belushi?). Real time posting is nice, as it will allow my fans to read my brilliant comments and analysis without annoying delays and interruptions.
Anyway, it’s almost Idol time so all can rejoice knowing the Negmeister will be back prowling the boards more often again.
Thanks Jany…I love it here on this thang just like the last 3 years..Roddy has provided a place for me to display my talents of masterful posts.I dont iron, i pump idol mania baby!!!!!!!!!!!!GO IDOLWHATS!!!!
Hey roddy….Why ruin it for the rest of us that want to watch the showwhats and see who makes it?I i love idol and what is does to my soul.Spoiler sites are just that…spoil it for the real fans.Keep up the good work and rocking the idol nation.
Deirdre (and Rodney) I have seen polls mentioned several times, that would be a very nice addition. I can think of a few other things that would be nice too, we’ll have to wait and see on those.
I know that Rodney would love to do polling on this site so I’m pretty sure he’s working on that one.
In the meantime, I’m going to give him a couple of days to get back into the swing of things before I start nagging him better than his mother ever could!
Hey Y’all… Didn’t have a chance to post from the office today. I swear it doesn’t pay to take vacation. My desk was covered, plus Mondays are always my payroll processing day, which does take priority.
Yes, 1 week and we can rejoice that AI is baaaack. Can’t wait. To tie me over until then, the Bachelor comes back tonight. WooHoo!!!!!! One of my favorites from last season’s Bachelorette is the new Bachelor. Won’t miss that for sure.
Need to go and fix dinner for hubby, but will check back later……..
I don’t know how Rodney missed this little Idol tidbit, but Jennifer Love Hewitt is single again! I will be doing my blogging next week from Southern California. I’ll be the one in a tree overlooking her front yard.
Hey – I’m not exactly a newbie. I like wordpress, so I’m more inclined to post now, especially while the blog is new and they are putting it through it’s paces before the season starts. For years I’ve been reading MJ, Rodney, and Ken Barnes. I used to read Rickey, but a few times he made fun of kids I liked a lot and I got too upset. I think I may be over it now, though. LOL.
Connie D. Thanks for the Mandisa link. I can’t guarantee that we won’t make fun of someone you like but, then, I used to like Constantine…you can just imagine the “abuse” I took for that one. And I was one of 2 people on here who thought Katharine McPhee deserved second place. I took a beating on that one, although it was a good-natured beating.
JT…you’ll have to explain to me why Jennifer Love-Hewitt is an ‘Idol tidbit’. If you end up going to SoCal, you’ll also have to beware of a hard charging 24 year old trying to join you on the JLH bandwagon.
Good morning! I survived my first day back at work, although it was tough going. I’m like Nana said yesterday–doesn’t pay to go on vacation! I was glad to have a job to come back to, however.
D, do you know if this is Lost’s last season? Seems like I remember them saying things would be ended satisfactorily at some point. Or, maybe I am wrong. Exactly one week until Idol!!
Nana…the Lost producers made a deal with the network about the end of the series. anybody who watches the show knows that it is a continuing story that requires your attention to even small details. The producers felt that it would be cheating the audience to draw out the story to a ridiculous long length. Lost has two seasons left thanks to the deal the producers made with the network.
Good Morning everyone!
Even though I am a day late, I miss the avatars we used to have and the better HTML. I also liked the other site because we could post our own profiles with pictures (when you have an 8 month old, you love to post pictures :0) )
I hope you all have a really good day.
One day down, four more to go! And here I am still playing around here when I should be running budget reports!! Oh wait, that is exactly WHY I am here….
2 more seasons of Lost – woohoo, I do like that show.
Is Wednesday still gonna be joke day until the season starts?
Have i mentioned lately that i love you guys? have I? huh? have i??? well… i DO love you guys (notice i DO l(ove) — i got the blog’s theme in, even in this mushy post (i’m having monday-on-tuesday and am wired on coffee, to boot — no TELLING what i might say!!!)
Rodney at the VERY least we need italics and underline and bold capabilities — when you’re able to, of course ~¿@
oh. wait. what did i type that changed the font???? i don’t think i did anything different! hmmmmmmm…
Lara – Heroes, Lost, 24, AI — what more could we want??? I’m SO looking forward to Lost! I own seasons 1-3 on DVD, need to get 4… i can go back someday and watch the whole freaking set, bwaaahaaahaaa!! maybe i could figure some of it out then…. i do love that show! (thanks to Deirdre for getting me totally hooked…) Want to buy the whole Heroes series too, same deal…to watch from the beginning and maybe figure some of it out, LOL!
Hmmm did it again! And AmyG — hard to believe your kiddo is 8 months old!!!! if you still have emails, send pics!!! Harmony, how’s li’l Asa? and someone else was about to be a grandparent or a parent… anyway…
Those of us who have been following Battlestar Gallactica are looking forward to its final 9(or10, I’ve heard both) episodes which also begin this month. FRAK!!!!
Afternoon everyone. My first day back at work today from vacation and I am hatin it! Just a few more hours though and I will get back home to my honey pumpkin lover and my hearts delight! Only one week before I start arguing with my TV and getting strange looks from my dogs for doing so. Hope everyone had a nice Christmas and a Happy New Year !
Hey KPH! I’m not sure but I think “honey pumpkin lover and my hearts delight” Might be too much information!
In 1 week, my hubby will start a regular regimen of walking out of the room in disgust. Much like I do when he decides that a Gene Autry movie is the only thing to watch on tv.
Just listened to a couple of tunes from both the girls from Atlanta and will have to hear more but my first impression is no winner from the ATL this season. I hope I am wrong though.
LOL! I always wanted to be a dork Deirdre. You as well huh? LOL! Has school started back yet or are we on the front page? It seems someone left the door unlocked and a warped minded child got in.
Harmony, I watched the first 20 minutes of True Beauty last night, I’ll watch the rest tonight. So far I had a good laugh, nothing beats seeing a bunch of prima donnas doused with chocolate.
when you get tired of that sunshine, D, you can send it my way…. talk about “moldy oldy” … no … wait… that’s what hubby calls the 45s he records to CD to listen to (yes, i said “45s”…) fun stuff!!!
Linny – have you watched Leverage yet? There is another good one to add to your list. It stars Timothy Hutton, and I think it is on TNT. It is a group of thieves that band together with a common goal and end up helping people – kinda a Robin Hood theme.
Has anyone seen Momma’s Boys? It is hilarious. Not meant to be, but it is, nevertheless. What will they come up with next? And it is a Ryan Seacrest production!
Lara, yes, and i love it! It’s sort of like a combination, to me, of Mission Impossible (the series, not the movies), the Equalizer (do you remember that one? this guy goes around “righting” wrongs but outside the law, sort of?), with a touch of McGuyver thrown in — i love that things NEVER go exactly as planned, so there is improvisation and stumbles and all to deal with.
my poor DVR gets a workout — b/c hubby works some nights, we have it set up, literally, to record: CSI Miami, CSI NY, CSI, L&O, L&O:SVU, L&O:CI, Without A Trace, Cold Case, Numbers, Criminal Minds, Ghost Whisperer, Leverage, Lost, 24, AI (and such shows), Life on Mars, the Closer, that one that’s about the Marshall and the Witness Protection program (can’t think of the name of it right now), and a few more, LOL!!! Oh yes, re-runs of 7 Days, they’re so much fun. Then he comes home late at night and watches some, i watch some on weekends that i’ve missed, and we start over the next week!!! My biggest trauma these days is when there are THREE shows on at the same time, because it can only record 2 at a time. LOL!!! (my mouth to God’s ears, that this should be my biggest trauma!!! Amen!)
The title to Sanjaya’s book is Dancing To The Music In My Head. I wonder if that is what caused his head to sprout those bushes that he sported on the show ? If so he needs to dance to something else or he may poke someones eye out with one of those hairdo’s !
I agree-NEVER EVER!!! I’ve watched some of Momma’s boys, I think those three boys should have already cut the apron strings. I think I may watch some Biggest Loser tonight, I want to see the 19 yr. old who is the biggest contestant they have ever had. I wish him sucess, I think he weighs in the 400 range. I will have to quit all these reality shows next week, afterall this is an American Idol Blog. Catch ya’ll later!
Hear! Hear! Please no more Sanjaya……….. But thanks Rodney for the rest of your report.
The 13th is getting closer and I’m getting more excited. It would be great if we all could get together before Tuesday and have a Idol party. Wished it was possible.
Hey Harmony, how is grandmother hood? Have you began to spoil little Asa yet? I bet he’s cute as a button. Give him lots of hugs and kisses from your blog friends.
Did anyone watch the Batchelor last night? I fell in love with Jason when he was on the Bachelorette last season. I’m glad he got dumped by DeAnna. Now we Batchelor watchers can see more of him. He is certainly easy on the eyes.
Have to run and take Memory out, so I will catch you guys/gals later.
Was so excited about the Batchelor and the smileys that I forgot to tell y’all that Memory had her first visit to the vet today. She is 8 weeks old and weights 14.8 ounces. She sounds small but she has grown in the three weeks that I’ve had her. The vet thinks she will weight between 2-3 pounds full grown, if that. He gave her her first shots. And would you believe that I cried? I felt so stupid for the vet to see me do that.
And Willie, I think War Eagle will be around in the evenings during the season and we haven’t heard from DawnH in quite awhile but she may show up soon.
Were you surprised by your welcome? Please don’t be surprised by the abundance of “yellow faces” We’re like kids playing with a new toy.
Hubby and I are going to see Benjamin Button today.
I really want to be first on this new thang so bad my belly hurts on the inside man.Anywhats,good morning to all out they’re in idol land.This year will be so much fun and joyful.
D, I will be interested in what you think about B Button. I saw it over the holidays, and I commented that it would have been better with another actor playing the title character, but that is just MHO. I will eagerly wait to hear yours.
I think it will be a long season for Willie–smiley faces are surely abounding and not likely to cease. All about a new toy, as you mentioned, D.
good morning H…..Roddy hooked us up on this thang.You’ll love it around here when the season starts and all the newbies swarm the boards.I’ll be good this year and contribute in a great way.
Hi peeps!!! They played the first 2 releases from Sanjayah’s cd yesterday – lets just say my ears were hurting for the rest of the day. A book? Are you kidding me? Can we please go back to pretending he never existed????
Q: How many drummers does it take to change a light bulb?
A: Twenty. One to hold the bulb, and nineteen to drink until the room spins.
I’m heading out for a doc appt. About 3 years ago I found an ugly squamous cell cancer on my pale, Irish arm. Since then, I go to the dermatologist every 6 months for a skin check. I highly recommend that, with all the other things we worry about these days, a yearly skin check is a quick and easy way to rest your mind about at least one danger.
Morning Rodney! Leave it to the sleezebags to figure out a way to use the AI popularity to dupe folks. **head shaking** hopefully most folks will realize it for what it is and burn it!! (or, more correctly, burn the perps and turn the letter in to the postal authorities, LOL)
looking good here, RH!!!! weeeee another new toy! Polls!!!
Kira: Simon’s basis for being able to judge contestants is that he’s ‘discovered’ artists and promotes careers. What in your background gives you an “edge” in judging, and how will it help the show?
Like the new format, and I am ready for the new season.
As for me, the last few months have been spent playing with my new grand-daughter and remodeling the house. yeeha.
Today will be spent holding my breath waiting for Stafford and Moreno to announce thier NFL intentions this afternoon. My gut says they are both going to the NFL, but my heart is hoping the fact they are holding a Press Conference together with Coach RIcht at the Bulldog complex is a sign they will stay.
Mike!!!!!!! OMG, man it is SO good to “see” your smiling face!!!! You have been sooooooo missed!!!! How “new” is the grand-daughter?!!! You must be so proud!!! I’m beginning to wonder if my 21, 23, and 38 y/o sons will EVER find someone to settle down with and have children! i man never get to BE a grandma!!! actually, right now, that’s ok, i can’t AFFORD grands!!! But truly, it is great to see you!!! I’m definitely looking forward to your investigative reports!!!
There is going to scams in everything, no matter what it is. The AI scam is no suprise to me. People are just plain smart (or dumb) to be able to create scams. The bad and sad part, is that people actually fall for them. So many, especially seniors, are taken the scams seriously and are getting ripped off big time. But then again, that’s what the scammers hope for. I’m glad to know that Idol is acting on it immediately and hopefully, they can find the ones responsible.
Rodney – You can ask Kara what she hopes to accomplish and where she sees Idol in the future, and what her expertise will be and if she thinks it will help with the ratings that have slightly fallen.
Good luck at the doc today Deirdre.
Willie – good to see you again.
Lara – Memory is precious and a joy to have. She has brought me many hours of laughter in the three weeks that I’ve had her. And Harm – Yes to your question on spoiling her. I have indeed.
Here I am posting and I really have a mountain of work sitting on my desk. Remind never again to take vaction at the end of the year!!!!!
I too await the Stafford/Moreno press conference. It’s interesting that they’re doing it together. I’m guessing either both stay or both leave? They sure are a dynamic duo. I’d love to see Moreno do another “leap” in Athens. I reeeeeally want them to come back next year, but we shall see.
I’ve mentioned to you guys how much i have to DVR during the week, LOL… with Lost, 24 and AI starting up, along with the Dance competition…. and me taking on home-typing work, i don’t know how i’ll find time to sleep!!! ah well … life is good, and is going to get better!!! I’m looking forward to AI, because it’s fun for me to watch. I’ve been around musicians/singers/bands all my life — i really enjoy seeing new talent! 6 days seems like an eternity at this point, LOL!!!
So, I selected yes to that poll, that the show needs new blood, because she looks interesting and seems to have good taste (likes kelly, chris, katharine- my fav.!), only thing is… she seems like she will be the female version of simon. and i can’t say i like that. we only need one simon. and if she’s not that, she’s at least a female randy. she always is talking about how she wants the contestants to really FEEL their songs etc. etc. but i mean come on… so if someone sings something realyl well but doesn’t show enough emotions she’s not gonna give it the credit it deserves? she’ll be tough?
i remember watching her judge syesha’s performances on The One, and she was tough there because syesha did show herself or didn’t show enough feeling or emotion…like when she sang chain of fools… lol and that one confused me cuz that’s an upbeat song, not something you get emotion with..
My latest phishing scam occured yesterday, and it wasn’t the idol one. Mine was from the world famous Nigerians, posing as a FBI agent, I was instructed only to deal with him and to send my money by money order to him. He said I would get my 11 thousand dollar that I inheireted shortly. I said to myself not today sucker , not ever!!! I think he needs to go find someone gullible person, there are plenty out there I suppose!
!0 minutes until the Stafford-Moreno announcement. ESPN says they are leaving, Scout.com blog says they are staying. This is worse than waiting to see who won AI. LOL
Anyway, my 6 month old granddaughter is named Elizabeth, and she already has PawPaw rapped around her finger. Also, my oldest granddaughter, Gabi, has started singing (she is 6) and while I may be biased, I am going to predict her as the 2020 American Idol. hehehe
Congratulations Mike S. We have tons of new grand-babies on this blog this year! Brag away, I’m sure all of us blog grand-parents will be doing our share of bragging, afterall it is a grand-parents right, it is in the Constitution!
Connie D.: I hope not. If for no other reason then because they would then have to allow Paula and Randy to perform again. Nothing against Kara, but please keep Paula and Randy behind the judges table.
As far as Mr Pitt’s performance goes…I thought he was perfect for the role…and here’s why. His 7 year old geezer was both afflicted with the miseries of old age and still entraced with the wonders of life the way a 7 year old would be. His slow de-aging was done very well and believably for me. And that moment when we see him in his full youthful gorgeousness might not have worked with another actor.
Why, you ask? Because Brad Pitt looking his best is like the epitome of the beauty of the young. We should nearly gasp when we first see him youthful and energetic. Well, I did, at least.
I must say that I am not a huge Brad Pitt fan. As an actor, he usually falls short of my expectations. But he’s good in this movie, especially when he’s old.
But that begs the question; how can we watch a movie with a superstar and not see the star. Doesn’t the character being portrayed get lost behind the glow of the superstar? Julia Roberts, for example, is hard to see as anybody but Julia Roberts. ANY character she plays will be overshadowed by her Julia Roberts-tude.
I think the best example of this is Tom Cruise. The minute he fired his original manager(who kept him quiet and out of the public eye) and started jumping on Oprah’s sofa, he lost his ability to be anybody other than Tom Cruise.
I may have y’all beat on grandchildren. Grandchildren are wonderful and I wouldn’t trade my six for anything but great grands are even better. In February, I will have my 5th great grandchild. Yep, you read correctly. McCayla Renee will be my 2nd great grandaugher and I have 3 great grandsons. I told my grandson that just because he and his wife are having their 2nd child that he needn’t think I’m getting old. My grandkids are getting old, but not me. They range in age 12 to 28. With my dad still living, my family has 5 living generations. To all you new grandparents, spoil the daylights out of them. I know I did. I let my grands and greats do things that I never allowed my children to do, for example, I would have never let my kids jump on the beds, but the grands and greats did and still do. You spoil them and then send them home. Oh, its great being grandparents.
On to some Idol news. I heard today that Carrie has broken up with her doctor b/f and has been dating a pro hockey player named Mike Fisher. Its said they are really serious about each other and spend all their free time together. I wish them the very best in their relationship. Still wish we could have an idol party. That would be so much fun.
There are exceptions. Jack Nicholson has been nobody but Jack Nicholson for YEARS until The Departed. Then he became as scary a mob boss as I’ve ever seen.
*Harrietth now regrets EVER asking me what I thought of Benjamin Button*
As far as Mr Pitt’s performance goes…I thought he was perfect for the role…and here’s why. His 7 year old geezer was both afflicted with the miseries of old age and still entraced with the wonders of life the way a 7 year old would be. His slow de-aging was done very well and believably for me. And that moment when we see him in his full youthful gorgeousness might not have worked with another actor.
Why, you ask? Because Brad Pitt looking his best is like the epitome of the beauty of the young. We should nearly gasp when we first see him youthful and energetic. Well, I did, at least.
I must say that I am not a huge Brad Pitt fan. As an actor, he usually falls short of my expectations. But he’s good in this movie, especially when he’s old.
But that begs the question; how can we watch a movie with a superstar and not see the star. Doesn’t the character being portrayed get lost behind the glow of the superstar? Julia Roberts, for example, is hard to see as anybody but Julia Roberts. ANY character she plays will be overshadowed by her Julia Roberts-tude.
I think the best example of this is Tom Cruise. The minute he fired his original manager(who kept him quiet and out of the public eye) and started jumping on Oprah’s sofa, he lost his ability to be anybody other than Tom Cruise.
There are exceptions. Jack Nicholson has been nobody but Jack Nicholson for YEARS until The Departed. Then he became as scary a mob boss as I’ve ever seen.
*Harrietth now regrets EVER asking me what I thought of Benjamin Button*
Deirdre, how in heavens name do you get your hubby to go to the movies with you? The last time mine went with me to see a movie was about 20 years ago and we went to see Tom Cruise in Days of Thunder. The only reason he went was b/c it had Nascar in it. If a movie is not western or nascar, hubby will not go. So when I go, I go with my daughters or friends.
Nana, I believe that I will spoil Asa totally rotten. Isn’t that what you are supposed to do with grand children? I like that you get to send them back to their parents when you are done spoiling them.
Hey Harm, Nana and WE I’m planning on hanging out here after the show. It’s always fun to hear everyone’s opinions.
Nana, LOL!!! Hubby gets to have all his hobbies as long as he takes me to a movie at least once a month. But we’ll be going to another movie this week because he wants to see Gran Torino.
Harm…we’re just about killing Willie with kindness!
Enter your comments here- I’ll co-operate tomorrow with Enter your comments here, I’m just tired and I’m being lazy tonight! I’ll be better after I’ve slept. GOOD NIGHT
Good Morning! It’s time to rise and shine and enjoy this wonderful day.
Quote for the day: “Truth is like the sun. You can shut it out for a time, but it’s not going away.”
WE: To answer your question from last night, you know that some of us will be around next Tuesday. I for one will for certain be here. I’m anxious to see what kind of comments will be posted, by the regulars, newbies, and lurkers. Should be an interesting night, and hopefully season.
Harm: Yes, you are most definitely supposed to spoil Asa. That is one of the privileges of being a grandparent.
D: Carrie is one of the most beautiful people in the entertainment field. IMHO, she beats Martina McBride, Faith Hill and others. She is definitely eye candy.
Yes, she is…why do y’all think I’m such a fan? Well, that and she definitely can sing!
All this talk of grandkids makes me think that I’m the baby of the board, btw. It’s nice. And yay for y’all! I only got to meet one of my Nanas and she left me with some great memories.
Hey, D, thanks for the analysis of Ben Button. You actually echoed my thoughts, albeit mine were more concise! LOL! What I meant when I said I would have enjoyed it more with another actor playing the lead role was more or less what you concluded when you said it was hard to get past Brad Pitt being Brad Pitt. I couldn’t do it–even in the scenes where he was very old. I kept thinking he was a kid playing with makeup. I thought the movie on the whole was very well done, but I think someone of lesser reknown and sex appeal would have worked better. The other thing is that I do not think his acting was Oscar-worthy. The special effects/makeup folks certainly deserve one, however. Thanks for your great insights on the movie, D!
You know, I am not sure I like the “description” that the AJC has put on the american Idol Blog – an “obsessive’s guide to the show….” Are we obsessive? ok, maybe a tad – but come on….
harrietth Every now and then people have to kick me out of “lecture” mode. I miss standing in front of a classroom and sharing my wealth of knowledge……..:-p~~~~~
Looking forward to hearing Kelly’s new one, k&cf. I hear it is similar in tone and rhythm to Since You Been Gone.
I don’t mind, D! I love hearing reasonable and intelligent opinions, and I certainly was looking forward to hearing yours, since we both saw and liked the movie. From what I have discerned here about Seven Pounds, I may skip it now. I do want to see Revolutionary Road. And, as for Kelly, I do wish her well with the new release. I hope it does really well; especially after her struggles to overcome the “Clive” thing.
Well, it is a sad day for Braves fans. Or should I say a really MAD!!! day. GRRRRRR
How in the hell could the Braves be so stupid as to let John Smoltz sign with the Red Sox. I know his arm is a crapshoot, and any contract might be a waste, but it is JOHN FRIGGIN SMOLTZ!!!!! You do not let the face of the franchise for the last 20 years walk because you don’t have the balls to offer him a decent contract.
Oh well, I should look at the bright side, I will save a lot of money by not coming to Atlanta 3-5 times this season for Braves games. Hope you enjoy the empty friggin stadium Frank Wren. I know that tons of fans are planning on sitting out the season now.
Me, too, Mike! It is like they should have a funeral now for the Braves’ season. Hope I am wrong. They should have honored all of the contributions Smoltz has made and just given him whatever it took to keep him. That said, he will go into the Hall of Fame in a Braves cap. So will Glavine and Maddox, no matter where else they played, they had their best years as a Brave.
And, as a college football fan, I was sad to see the two UGA studs leave. We here at SC are losing three key players, not that we were anywhere in the same conversation with the UGA two.
Mike, I’m with you. Hubby has been “boycotting” the Braves for a couple of years now, but Smoltzie? Now **I** am boycotting the Bravos. Sad. Maybe I’ll try to catch a couple of the games in Gwinnett for the farm team but…. at least that will free up my TV time during the baseball season!!!
Woodpappy, I am definately excited about the players the Dawgs have coming in. Both Josh Mettenberger and Aaron Murray have already enrolled and will be at Spring Practice. I am sure they will elevate Cox play to a new level just by being there.
Cox may not have the “package” that Stafford has, but he does have one thing you cannot sneeze at — he has never lost a football game where he was the starting QB in his life. He was undefeated in 8th grade and 9th grade JV ball, and then won 3 straight undefeated state championships in High School.
RB will be a fun battle between King, Samuel, Jackson and Washaun Ealey.
Add to that the entire OL returning, all WR except MoMass returning, and the entire Defense returning, and the Dawgs should be ok.
Re the so-called People’s Choice Awards — hubby observed the same thing … OK, so maybe they have to pick the narrowed-down field for a category, whoever “they” are — but … how do the People get to vote? When? Where? Now, don’t get me wrong, i like DWTS but… i’d like a chance to vote, too, LOL!!!
Ok, I am gonna go with the idea that the description was written for Rodney!
My mom just called to tell me we are no longer going to Braves games! The idea of losing a player like that….come on now. First, the organization really needs to focus on obtaining good players in all positions. Second, they really need to make going to a game a little easier – Marta is really a pain and the parking situation is a joke. Third – the concessions? Are you kidding me? This has become a big gripe for me when I heard about the cool stuff they have at other stadiums around the US. Freakin’ lobster rolls? And we have hotdogs or hamburgers and they are not that great either.
Sorry, I will step down from my soapbox….for now.
Trying to get caught up at work and just have a few seconds here. I agree wholeheartly that the Braves management made a HUGE mistake in letting John go. One can’t blame him for leaving when he was offered 2.5 million more for one year. Atlanta offered him 3 mil and he ended up with 5.5 mil. He sure will be missed by the Braves fans.
Okay, my few seconds are up, so I better get back to work on the 1099 tax forms and all the W-2’s. Ain’t work fun?
What am I looking forward to: several weeks of bad auditions to make me laugh, then when I tire of that, some Hollywood drama, followed by audience voting and the claims that contestant X is destined to win or contestant Y was never given a chance or both? So, I’m basically looking forward to the whole zoo that is Idol.
I gave Jennifer Hudson grief for the obviously photoshoped, and therefore corny, album cover, I have to do the same for Kelly Clarkson. Kelly is a natural beauty, she doesn’t need to be dolled up and airbrushed beyond recognition. With that said, if she were coming over to my place I would ask that she wear that lipstick.
It doesent even look like her it looks more like Carrie with too much makeup on. Kelly&Carriefan I hear ya about Smoltz it just is not right. I dont like Frank Wren I want Schuerholtz back!
Hey everybody. I just got home from spending the day spreading Amdro over fire ant hills in the pasture. I HATE ants!!!!
What am I looking forward to most during this season? To be perfectly honest…the great time we have AFTER the show here on the blog, typing our likes and dislikes, agreeing and agreeing to disagree, listening to hilarious opinions about the truly awful ones and swooning opinions about the really good ones. I enjoy the after-party as much as I enjoy the show. I even take notes during the show so I remember who’s who and who isn’t…….
Right K&C fan. We need someone who can close the deal and he obviously lacks that skill. I hear ya harietth I hate to say it but GO GATORS! (damn that was hard) represent the SEC well young men!
Plug ins to enable me to embed video may not be ready til the end of next week at the earliest. Our developers are busy launching something else and don’t have time. Wish I could just do it myself!
Rodney — so just who do they think **THEY** are, anyway!!!! Don’t they know we’re the most important, vibrant, personable, friendly, successful, enjoyable, um … sexy? … people in town? or out!?! Hmph. Indeed, just WHO do they think THEY are!!!!
seriously, this is so much better than the bog before that even waiting for videos won’t be SO bad!!!
obsessed? naaaaaah. just very very involved, right????
Hey people! This is my first pop-in this year, and I feel kinda lost. Could someone summarize for me the changes here pleeze? Hope everybody’s doing well!
Hey Songluvr!!! Welcome Back!!! I’ll leave the summarizing to someone who knows whay they are talking about! All I know is that this post much faster and you have to delete Enter your comments here everytime you post! We also use alot of smiley faces
Mike S. War Eagle and myself are grandparents. I have a 9 day old grandson, Nana has a little itty bitty poodle named Memory ( there is a bittersweet story to go along with the new puppy)
Hey – Thanks for the info, JT and Harmony. Great to see familiar faces. ; ) Soooo, speaking of faces, how do we do that here? (I just tried, but I doubt it worked.)
Good Morning. We finally made it to Friday and I for one, am sooooo happy about it. This has been a week from he**!
Today’s quote: “Anticipate the alternatives, and prepare for anything.”
First let me give a welcome back to Songluvr. Glad you let us know that you are still around and hope you stay to add your thoughts.
Kelly’s cover………….hummm – not to sure I care for it. If any of you remember Tanya Tucker, Kelly’s picture looks alot like Tanya at an earlier age.
What am I looking forward to this season? That the mosh pit is gone, Randy uses Dawg less, Paula doesn’t act like so ????????? (can’t think of a good word here), less bickering between Ryan & Simon, to not hear the phrases “sounds like karaoke”, “You should do good on a cruise ship”, and less of Simon touching Paula. The main thing I would like to see is more of the contestants and the entertainment they will offer the public. Oh, and of course the biggie: Ryan not dragging out the names and making us all sweat over who is staying or going. That really gets on my last nerve. He can draaaaaag the results longer than anyone I know of.
As like Deirdre, from the get go I keep a written record of the contestants and make my notes on each one. I even give them a score! Now how crazy is that?
Mornin everybody! It’s Friday – whoo hoo!!! Last nite, I watched the rerun of AI from last year that was on Fox Reality. David Cook did Billy Jean and it reminded me that this was the week I really became a DC fan (instead of MJ)! Just before he started singing this last year, I’d walked into the kitchen coz I didn’t really like him…then heard this start….thought “ok, not bad”…then heard him take off on the middle of the song and ran back into the living room, just stood there w/ my mouth open! WOW!!!!! From that point on, it was Cookie for me all the way. I thought it was cool, the way all 3 judges said he “might” just make it to the top. Had to smile at that one last nite
Can’t wait to see what we’ll get this year!
Everybody have a great weekend!
Songluvr!!! Welcome back. Hope to hear from you a lot this season.
Anne, thanks for the memories! I think it was Billie Jean that finally got my attention, too. But that didn’t stop me from still wishing Michael had gone further. I haven’t been watching Fox Reality’s recap of last season. Poor hubby had to put up with me watching it the first time around! He is(as you might guess) NOT a fan of Idol
I always find it kinda interesting to look back at what the judges have to say after we know who the winner is.
Oh, good morning fellow blogsters! TGIF!!!
Mornin’ all. Songlvr it is SO good to see you back! I see you figured it out on the smileys … they can’t be next to other punctuation, and the : and ) or : and – and ) all have to be typed in a group… unfortunately we only seem to have smiles, winks, and frowns at this point:
Hey y’all! TGIF! And even better…Kelly album cover and a snippet! This is such a tease. I can’t wait to hear the song in full because that snippet sort of drowns her voice. I would hope that doesn’t happen the whole song ’cause she can sing as we know.
Oh and I guess it would be fair to say in response to Rodney … I’m looking forward to a new batch of talent, some great, some not-so … I’m looking forward to the blog entries here and elsewhere with honest, straightforward and yet respectful opinions — i’m REALLY looking forward to our after-show posts, because with this format it will be more like a conversation in our crowded little room… one can almost hear the clink of glasses in toast to great talent, the moans in response to some of the losers that will inevitably be there … and the sighs and moans in response to the again inevitable bickering between Simon and Ryan, the picking of Simon on Paula, and Randy’s “dude…dawg…pitchy…man” repetitions! Like Nana, I really would love a way for us to get together somewhere (they have sports bars with tons of TVs…. someone somewhere should have an American Idol Tuesday and Wednesday Bar with tons of TVs, nice speakers to listen to the auditions and competition… and plenty of camaraderie !!!
ah well, i guess the virtual version will have to do for now — i’ll bring the virtual wine if someone else will provide the virtual beer and the virtual chips and snacks!!!
Well, linny, I guess the next best thing is if we each bring our own beer, wine, vodka(in my case ), and snacks, then propose our toasts via the blog! I plan to be a part of the after-party this year. With the new format, even my slow dial-up system at home should respond quickly enough for me to dive in. I have already told my “friend” with whom I share sports on tv lots of nights, that Idol nights are no longer in the picture. I don’t want to have to worry about being rude while on my computer.
This will be a great year for Idol. No more of that hideously boring, phony, self-righteous Idol Gives Back crap; a new judge to provide freshness to the tired, stale, predictable cast; bringing back the Wild Card for a fun twist in format; last year’s fantastic finale, and the early success of Idol winner David Cook compared to duds like Taylor and Jordin, adds a jolt of legitimacy back to the show’s brand again, too.
Finally, in a bad economy anxious people are looking for fun and levity to turn to for entertainment instead of heavy dramas, so Idol should be perfectly positioned for a great season. The Negster has spoken.
I’m hoping she forces Paula and Randy to pick up their game. They were never very good at constructive criticism(IMO Paula is better at it than Randy…when it’s coherent). Starting season 8, the 3 original judges are not nearly as sharp as they were starting season 2…and who can blame them. Something needed to happened to get them sitting up straight again. Kara may provide just that incentive.
Thanks for the interview. I find it funny that you point out the fact that she can sing. It’s too bad that the ability to sing hasn’t seemed to help Paula with her judging. It should be a good year for judge watching.
I remember something about that when I was younger, actually I think I just watched her videos with the sound muted and daydreamed. Although some of those daydreams turned into nightmares when Arsenio Hall and that animated cat showed up. What was up with that?
I’ll believe Paula can “sing” if she does so live on “Idol.” And she never has. Back in season one, the contestants tried to goad her to sing but she refused. Nobody has tried since.
Thank you Rodney for the report on Kara’s interview. We appreciate it, as always.
Kara should make Idol really interesting this season. She sounds as if she has her head screwed on right. I honestly feel she will enhance the quality of AI. I don’t think anyone will be able to pull the wool over her eyes. She is gonna be a very tough cookie to crumble.
Paula can actually sing quite well. If I remember correctly she has had number one hits waaaay back when she first came on the scene.
linny, what we should do is this: Tuesday night at about 7:45pm we should all sit at our computers and tell each other what we have for snacks and drinks and once we have all stated that, then count 1,2,3, and at the same time shout “lets party”. That will probably be the closes to us all getting together.
KPH: that will go down as one of the cheesiest moments in Idol history. If I remember right it was a canned performance, having been shot in advance. Maybe someone who hasn’t tried to erase that event from their mind, as I have, can provide more insight. Oh and I think Randy was playing air bass.
JT – it was definitely a “canned” performance, and Paula more danced than sang, and even that was so … so … um …. er …. stilted? is that an ok word? it was NOT entertaining or enjoyable to me at **ALL**… but of course, I’m sure someone out there loved it, yanno?
My thoughts exactly. I always thought about that- that each Idol winner is different. it seems like each falls into a certain category… so it makes sense that each season from now on will fall in one as well.
Season one we have the “all american girl” who became a huge recording artist
season 2: black male R&B singer
season 3: black female singer
season 4: country
Season 5: white male soul
season 6: teen pop artist
season 7: rocker
season 8: ?
so who’s next, folk singer? teen male pop? or just a good male singer, or a big powerful black singer….. i get a strange lil’ vibe that the top 12 this year will once again contain no “large” black female singers. dunno why… but we’ll see!
Enter your comments here Anything will improve the mix. I’m so tired of Paula’s constant left-handed praise of a truly lousy performance and Randy’s consistant and undetermined non-critique of “I don’t know, Dog; it was just alright (or didn’t work) for me.” It is Randy that has gotten on my nerves more than Paula because he never says anything. Paula has at least tried on most occasions to offer some actual advice. Simon is of course my fav. Even when he is hidious, he is usually on target.
LOL!! A4A, we’ve been griping about *that* one since day 1 (since it’s just a week, and Rodney’s been working hard on this, I shouldn’t complain tooooooo much! It will be great when the powers that control the wordpress format get Rodney’s blog all spiffied up!!!!! but … this is soooooo much better than the bogged-down blog!
and A4A — good to see you — and i totally agree about Randy’s comments — i thought if i heard the words “dude” “dog” “pitchy” and “a’ight” (all right?) one more time i’d scream!!!
I’ve asked the tech folks about taking the “enter your comment here” deal away and also allow me to have my name and email automatically show up once I type it in once. I haven’t heard back yet. And yes—good to see you again A4A!!!!
A4A good to see you back again!!!! Looks like we are geting alot of the old faces back on here again. We should have a good time this year with the old faces and the newbies.
In my post of 1:38. I don’t know where my mind was but my English was not up to par. I should have said “that will probably be as close as we can get getting together” and NOT what I typed. I assure you that I did pass English with straight A’s. (-:
I just read this week’s People and there werre two articles that I thought y’all would find interesting. The first was the December 31st wedding of Season 6’s Gina Glocksen. Phil Stacey helped her now husband plan the onstage proposal. Her bridesmaids were Jordin Sparks and Haley Scarnato. For the couple’s first dance, Jordin sung the Beatles “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” and Gina did a duet with Jordin “Livin on a Prayer.” There is a very nice picture of the happy couple with the article.
The 2nd article has to do with DWTS: Maksim and Karina Smirnoff have announced their engagement. Max popped the question to Karina on New Year’s eve in Las Vegas at the Wynn Hotel. Again there is a very good picture of the happy couple.
Best wishes to both couples and may their lives be filled with love and happiness.
Oh. Wait. She actually said “the way Maroon 5 is soulful”. double triple quadruple G*R*O*A*N. Maroon 5 is boooooooooring! So if that is what she likes… um… well let’s just say i’ll be disagreeing with her if she thinks ANYthing positive about the sound of Maroon 5. Sorry guys. Just telling it like it is. Or… if that is the way most of the men sound this year on AI, i’ll DEFINITELY be going for a female! ugh. ugh-ugh-ugh-U*G*H — I’ve SEEN Maroon 5 live (Ga Theatre in Athens) and found them to be …. well, i’ll just say i do NOT think they are particularly “talented”.
linny…don’t hold back, hon…tell us how you really feel about Maroon 5.
I actually like a couple of their songs. My kid met them while he was working for a local radio station. He says the guys in the band are great but the lead sing is a real…..well, I can’t use the word he did but, suffice it to say that he wasn’t fond of the gentleman.
“! we decided the cover of the album and just in case you haven’t seen it i’ll post it! it’s very colorful and they have definitely photo-shopped the crap out of me but i don’t care haha! whoever she is, she looks great ha! i’ve had so much fun with this album i really hope y’all dig it woohooooooooooo!!!!”
If Jen Hudson had taken this attitude, she wouldn’t have had to face so many questions on the subject.
LOL! D — hubby working at the Ga Theatre said much the same as far as the *ahem* personnel of M-5 is concerned. I can’t help it tho…i just find their stuff soooo repetitive and booooooring (picture Joanne Worley with finger at cheek, there) (and if that reference is over your head, you’re way too young, LOL!)
Nana i always find it rather interesting that some people who profess to absolutely abhor American Idol and all things related will post ON an American Idol blog. Kinda makes you wonder what those folks have to do with their lives, anyway! And I like kittens…. certainly NOT “dying” kittens, but i LIKE kittens…
Josiahshouldhavewon…while I totally disagree with your name…please stop lurking and join in the fun. We’ll try to stay really nice to you for the first couple of days…then get ready for a rumble!!!!!
Rusty…if you’ve been reading this blog at all, you’d KNOW that negativity is allowed….but that doesn’t mean we will agree with you. We’ve spent a great deal of time on here looking for ways to improve the show and that involves quite a bit of complaining about stuff(mosh pits, for example…what were they thinking)
Oh lordy! If we were limited to positive comments about American Idol all of us would have been banned a lonnnnnnnnnnnnnng time ago!!! LOL!!! No… but we do try to at least give intelligent commentary based on our OWN opinions about things both good and bad, horrible and excellent! And yes, there HAVE been some contestants who fortunately did not make it to the top levels of competition — well — there HAVE been a couple that I would not personally have put through to the finals, but made it anyway — but usually they are either voted off fairly quickly, or they are SO controversial/quirky/individual/weird (or any other adjective you wish to insert) that they stay around for a while until the competition gets reeeeealllllly serious and are finally voted off — sort of like Cloris Leachman on DWTS.
That’s the other thing, Rusty — we also comment on other competitions, and in fact even during the week when it’s not right after the show — or the day of the show — we talk about Lost, Heroes, ER, Grey’s, DH, 24, and other shows. Tuesdays and Wednesdays are pretty focused on AI, of course.
But back to your question, we WELCOME controversial opinions. However, sometimes we get people who just want to name-call, harass, or push buttons — not in a conversational way, but to arouse anger, ire, irritation and the like. Disrespect is not appreciated by anyone here, and we like to TRY not to make the comments personal against other bloggers. However, there WILL be name-calling and the like, because no matter how carefully we word things, there will always be someone who takes it personal and gets all huffy and puffy about things. We try to calm those folks down and invite them to have discourse with us in a respectful manner.
It works, largely, because MOST of those who post here, and a lot of lurkers who pop in occasionally, actually DO try to show respect for others. Nothing wrong with differing opinions…and heated discussions even about those opinions… Just no need for name-calling and insults, right?
OK, i’ve soapboxed enough for one day…. catch you guys later … and welcome to Josiah…, Rusty, and even MikeD … please stick around and join us especially on Tuesday nights and Wednesdays (and thursday for reactions to vote-offs once the season really kicks in)
Get used to the pimping. It creates controversy and therefore, will never end.
And Justin…if it’s the same Rickey who throws cryptic “i know everything” messages out on the Idol forums then yes…that is definitely one immature blogger.
LOL – hey Justin! You pegged it, about the pimping! But like D says, get used to it. I had to grit my teeth last year, LOL!
I’m working on this typing stuff and took a break — this beautiful people show was on in the living room (no one watching, tv was just “on”) so i stopped. this one girl says she just got a degree in biology. Then she’s complementing this guy with big muscles, touches his arm and says “i don’t know what this is called but looking goooood”
Now. A biology major who doesn’t know what a bicep is? Hellooooooooooo? I just was laughing so hard i couldn’t stand up. Had to leave the room quick. what a show this must be….don’t think i’ll be watching, LOL!!!
Hey Justin, did this guy come over and pee in your pool or something? Weird yes, but the most immature blogger you’ve encountered? Remember your friends at AJC before you go start handing out titles.
As nice as it is to have a link to other AI sites, is this the way to do it? Or…RODNEY…. is this legit? Just curious … it LOOKS like someone took their URL and put it in as their name… to get folks to go to that website, which gives them a “hit” and makes them look good.
It is the same concept as some of the spammers we saw last year: suntan lotion and male enhancement are two that I can think of. This one just appears to be more Idol orientated. I think the thing that I would ask is can a limit be placed on the name length? The fewer things people can abuse, the fewer things they will abuse.
I like jshw, thanks Deidre. I can’t wait til we get some new music from him. I hope he shows his musical ability by writing and producing his own stuff. He reminds me of a young John Lenon, and I truly believe he will change the world with his music.
I am not a Josiah fanatic, I just truly believe he got a raw deal on Idol. When you play an instrument, you can hear how your sound should be. He got so much grief for dismissing a lame band. I bet more would love him if he had been just given the chance to show his talent.
Josiah’s problem was never the music. He’s very good. Josiah’s problem was what appeared to be a VERY shaky emotional state, which, from his recent interviews is STILL on shaky ground. IMO, Idol was smart not to let him continue. The pressure of the show might have driven him over the edge. Maybe, someday, when he gets some help, he’ll be everything that JSHW hopes he is.
I don’t think he is emotionally unstable. He is really just misunderstood. Idol wanted to showcase his being homeless and he didn’t dance to their tune, they got p/o’d and set him up for failure. They encouraged him to dismiss the band, but when it was not accepted in a positive way, they distanced them self from it. So he was kicked off by the powers that be, cause they knew America would never be so dumb as to vote him off.
Enter your comment here is still here on Safari, too. The tech folks are doing a big redesign of the main ajc.com so that’s why they haven’t gotten around to my issues here on wordpress. Priorities, priorities! I have a new blog entry up for Monday.
JSHW I certainly understand why you like Josiah so much but I saw his Hollywood auditions very differently than you did. Rather than ‘dancing to their tune” he insisted on doing things HIS way. And failed miserably. All the other contestants found a way to show their talent while following the judges instructions . This is a television show. It is not HIS television show. Josiah Leming may someday be the biggest thing to happen to music since Elvis Presley but he was asked to perform according to the regulations set for ALL the contestants and he didn’t. They had every right to be “p/o’d”
Thanks for the links. The “I’m sorry to say… you made it” bit that you quoted does make a very good point. The judges doing that when narrowing the group down to the top 24 is the time that it is the most annoying. One whole hour of the judges either crushing someone’s dreams, or pretending to crush their dreams.
AHA! when you hit the block, the Enter BS disappears, i LOVE that! Thanks Rodney! I know, I know, I’m late commenting — been spending some time with hubby, and have to get in a couple of hours of typing before i crash out, i hope. I dvr’d 24, so please please please, no talkie about 24 till after tomorrow night — i’ll watch tonight’s when i get home from work, just in time to watch the Monday episode!!! 4 hours of 24 — i’ll be wigging out for sure!
Happy Monday Morning Bloggers. Hope you all had a great weekend and are rested enough to face the week.
Today’s Quote: “Follow what you are genuinely passionate about and let that guide you to your destination.”
I see that over the weekend we had some new faces and to them I say, “Welcome.” All are welcome as long as respectability to others is present. Since this is an AI blog, your comments and thoughts can be entered. Sometimes comments become a big conversation item and others not so much. There will always be a difference of opinion, but hey, that’s what makes this so interesting. So all you newbies (and lurkers)be ready to comment!!! Join us and see how much fun we have.
Thank you techies for removing fixing the “comment here” thing!
I can’t believe that tomorrow marks the start of the new Idol season! Are we really going to do this again? YES!!!!
And Nana is right…we expect all you lurkers out there to pop in and say hello! Maybe stay awhile. We have west coasters as regulars on this here ole Atlanta blog so don’t be shy or think you won’t fit in! We’ll do our best to help you feel at home. We like healthy disagreements here that do not involve name-calling or disrespect. So if you think I’m an idiot or a beyotch…you could be correct but we’d prefer it if you kept it to yourself!
Woohoo! The “enter comment here” disappears when I type here in Safari, too. Wow! Someone in tech actually listened to me!
And yes, welcome lurkers and newbies! The door is always open! This is my fifth season doing this blog and the first using wordpress. So be patient as I figure out how to make it all pretty and such…
Good morning fellow blogsters. Got to see the Andrew Lloyd Webber episode last night on Fox Reality channel. Man, David Cook is really good! I hope we find someone just as good and interesting this year. I know I am partial to the rockers, but I have an open mind.
When I set it up to record, it was an hour and 2 minutes – totally throwing off my whole recording schedule – anyone else come accross this problem?
Lara…it happens all the time these days. I think it’s the networks sneaky way of keeping us tuned to them. Grey’s Anatomy almost always goes a minute over.
8:32??? Deirdre you are a beyotch and an idyot … oh… wait i mean … *LAUGHING–IT’S A JOKE!!! (see above)* no… but seriously — do you REALLY think it will take him a whole 32 minutes??? I’m for 8:08. Probably first or second contestant out, imho.
linny…I figure they have to get through all the intros first, then there’s commercials and they’ll show a good singer, then a really awful singer, then someone who thinks they can sing but just isn’t good enough. That should happen about 8:30, I think!
linny…I’m well aware that I’m a beyotch(kinda proud of it actually) I just don’t think newbies need to acknowledge that until they get to know us better!
Guys, I’m gonna say around 8:45pm the “Sorry Dawg” thingy will make its debut for the 09 season ! From the commercials it appears that there might be some really good talent this season. I sure hope so.
We are front page, front and center this morning. I guess that’s not a surprise since the show starts tomorrow. We might find some newbies on the previous thread.
Hi, everyone. I am right in the middle of late admits/advisement and pretty swamped. I will only be peeking in and out today. However, I love your predictions on DAWG today. I will say 8:20 .
Did anybody watch the Golden Globes last night? My favorite moment was when Mickey Roarke’s director flipped him the bird! I thought they had a time delay on live shows!
I saw that, D. It was funny. I think they were having a hard time trying to keep up with the bleeping. I noticed two or three in a row.
On another note, I just heard on the radio that Tony Dungy of the Colts, is saying goodbye to his players as we speak. One of the really good guy coaches.
oh no! Poor Tony Dungy. I really liked him at the Bucs, and really admire him. Hopefully someone will snap his azz up quickly!!! I agree, Harriett, one of the TRULY good guy coaches!!!
OMG i don’t know if i can stand the thought of 4 hours of 24 tonight, then AI 2 hours 2 nights in a row!!!! hubby is trying to find “other things” to do because his nights off are tuesday and wednesday — but LAST year he got caught up on the AI stuff with me, bless his heart!!!
ok, back to work — one of my co-workers appears to be about to pop her son out, so i’ll be extra busy for a few weeks…. ah me, life DOES go on!!!
OH! You can tell i don’t read the sports pages often enough — I have a LOT of respect for Mr. Dungy — Thanks for setting me straight there, H — What he’s been through over the last few years would stretch anyone’s coping mechanisms — I’m glad he is doing this, then, and not having it done TO him!!!
see, lurkers, even **I** make mistakes (coff coff)
Over at the Idol Forums(a place with as much mis-info as good info)they are already starting ‘Official fan sites” for some of the contestants. I am, apparently, not into Idol as much as some people. Whew!
msn.com has put out a list of the most memorable Idols(good or bad, as you’ll see) On the list: Archie, Kellie Pickler, Taylor Hicks, Jennifer Hudson, Bo Bice, Constantine Maroulis, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Sanjaya, Blake Lewis, Katharine McPhee, Ruben Studdard, Melinda Doolittle, Chris Daughtry, Kimberly Locke, Clay Aikein, Michael Johns and Jordin Sparks.
I’m not sure why Jordin is on the list, other than she won…..I can’t remember her much and often just skip over season 6 altogether(except for Melinda). I also think it’s interesting that there are 2 winners not on the list.
If you want to know msn’s reasoning behind these choices, you’ll have to go look yourself…I have no idea how to link stuff on here.
i’m headed to london today for some album promo and i’m so freakin’ excited!! i’m ready for y’all to hear this album! i’m so proud of it!! i think it’s 4 more days and my first single drops at radio and i’m super super pumped!! we decided the cover of the album and just in case you haven’t seen it i’ll post it! it’s very colorful and they have definitely photo-shopped the crap out of me but i don’t care haha! whoever she is, she looks great ha! i’ve had so much fun with this album i really hope y’all dig it woohooooooooooo!!!!
and by the way, i’m now on ‘eclipse’ of the twilight series and so is my mom, my sister and all of my friends …..you could say we’re a bit addicted and all searching for our very own personal ‘edward’ …..and yes, in the most pathetic way possible ha
ooh!! and the soundtrack to the movie ‘twilight’ is awesome! i can’t stop listening to ‘flightless bird, american mouth’! the production is breathtaking!
Did anyone else start reading Rodney’s post and think that HE was going to London…or am I the only dimwit here? I DID figure it out by the time I got to “i’m ready for y’all to hear this album”
I have had to more or less give it up today. Sooooo busy. I will check in tomorrow morning, but definitely will be part of the night crew tomorrow. Bye for now.
For some reason I am not as excited about the new season of AI as I usually am. After watching Josiah get treated so unfairly last season, I might not even watch this year. We have already seen the greatest singer-songwriter since John Lennon so why even bother.
Finally, time to read and post!!!! My work load better lighten up pretty darn fast so I participate in the conversation during the day. You know that I will be sitting infront of the computer at home Tuesdays and Wednesdays with AI on the TV.
Justin – you aren’t only one who uses their name. Quite a few on here do. Just didn’t want you to think otherwise.
D, I also thought Rodney was off to London the way he started his comment. I was gonna be jealous of him. Then I read on and discovered that it’s Kelly going. LOL!!!!!!
WE – You’re kidding, aren’t you?
The Batchelor comes on in less than an hour, so I need to get sdome things done. I will be back periodically to see what’s going on here.
I want to say Hello to everyone, been busy today, was visiting Asa. JTesla, I will be watching that hilarious show True Beauty! ONE MORE DAY- AMERICAN IDOL
wow. glad now for sure i watched all 4 hours of 24!!!! who was it, Harmony?? that likes 24 also? I’d forgotten JUST how much i loved that show! And i get 24 and AI, along with all my other stuff, and THEN…>THEN…. L*O*S*T …. i think i MIGHT just OD, LOL!!! OK, i’ve seen the first 4 hours of 24, if that wasn’t clear, so *now* we can talk about it….thanks to those who watch who didn’t spoil it for me…. but if there’s anyone who hasn’t yet (who will be watching it this week) say so, so i don’t spoil it for you, LOL!!!
Mta, what I wonder is…what is it YOU do for entertainment? No, I’m serious. AI is a pleasant, sometimes funny, sometimes interesting, always entertaining in some way, show to watch to take my mind OFF the serious issues of the day. Is it earth-shattering? No, never has been. But it’s one of the ways that I relax after a hard day’s work. And after a hard look at the so-called news, which, as we all know, is usually only teasers and half the truth, so that if you really want to be informed, you have to do some serious searching out of the “other side” of the story… And then there’s the serious business of family, finances, home, chores, meals, laundry etc ad nauseum… so begrudge me a couple of hours of pure entertainment if you want to. I, with my graduate professional degree, will STILL take time to relax and enjoy something if i want to. And talk about it with like-minded souls around the country. I also read voraciously, sew, crochet, cook, understand a little bit about auto mechanics (the technology, not the people, LOL!!) and computers, have a second at-home job, have raised three rather successful sons — each in his own way — and have remained married to the same man for almost 40 years. My IQ tests are high enough that I do not worry about being called mindless — i KNOW my mind — do you know yours? I’ve grown food organically, make homemade preserves and other foods, don’t spend too much on frivolity, because most of what i have is spent on my family and home, or on others in need. Let’s see… well at the moment i can’t think of anything else to convince you that, like most of the others here, i am secure in who and what i am, and in what i enjoy. I happen to enjoy American Idol and discussing it with others.
So again I ask — what do YOU do for relaxation and entertainment? Read? Movies? Sports? Socializing? Drinking? Driving? Diving? Skiing? Cruising? Clubbing? Crossword Puzzles? There are so many things — why would you denegrate those who are different in their choices? Why not celebrate that while YOU may not like American Idol, there are those who do. And that’s the beauty and wonder of living in the good ol’ USofA — we have — are ENCOURAGED to have — choices, and the freedom to make those choices!!!
**linny hops down and kicks the soapbox just under the edge of the platform, knowing she’ll probably be pulling it out again sometime soon, as will others with something to say.**
peace out — go find your chillax place and enjoy it!!! you’ll feel so much better!!!
WE i know that’s not true, LOL. And you know me, i can’t resist, at least once or twice a season, on trying to educate people. I really get tired of the “only stupid [or whatever] people watch American Idol. Actually, i know a LOT of highly educated, intelligent, intuitive, creative, smart, fun, secure people who enjoy the show, LOL… the fun thing is … we don’t diss folks because they’re different from us, but we sure put up with a lot of it from others, yanno? But then, comments like those always show up who’s … well, at least who is APPARENTLY …. mindless!
The show was worth watching the first season. Second season I watched part of it, basically like watching a rerun except the hobbit was by himself. But, it is over loaded with commercials and now they show all the failures just so they can air more commercials. Have not watched it since.
Good Morning Fellow Blogsters. Hope all is well in your world this morning.
Today’s Quote: “Peace is not the absence of war but the presence of justice.”
Don’t ya just love it when someone comes on here and refers to us as “Idiots?” That just makes my day and I can’t help but laugh at the poor soul thinking they know us all so well. linny’s response speakes for all of us sane people and I concur with her wholeheartly.
Ron, the last time you watched the show was 6 years ago. Don’t you think it might have changed since then? Well…it hasn’t(much) but we still love it anyway!
I’m ready and very excited! I’m not sure I’m excited enough to wet my pants but…time will tell!
Linny – that was me that watches ‘24′ – and last night was a good one. I knew Tony couldn’t be all bad….Looks like it might just be a good season, one worth waiting for.
Good morning fellow blogsters. Tonight is the night…
Some interesting tidbits about Hollywood week…don’t read this if you don’t want to know:
Angela Martin makes it to Hollywood…..some of us might remember her from last year as the girl with the very sick child. She was good and rumor has it that she’s improved.
And for Nashville Star fans…a contestant from season 2 of NS, Brent Keith Smith, is also on the Hollywood list.
It’s heeeerrrre! Idol day! Happiness is Idol season! And, after reading some of last night’s posts, I have to comment. It does not take a rocket scientist to glean the level of intelligence among posters here is quite high. I would suppose not everyone might recognize that fact, however.Do we have to be “idiots” to enjoy something so entertaining as American Idol? I think not. Proclivity toward things in pop culture does not preclude a genuine appreciation of fine art, for example. Can one not enjoy a comic book as well as the ballet? So why paint all of us who enjoy American Idol with the “idiot” brush? Not very sound reasoning if you ask me.
Most of the people who do drive-by postings(with the exception of Negativo, of course) aren’t here to get into a discussion. They just make their, frequently rude, comment and keep going so no one can “shoot” back at them. Seriously, they’re not worth the effort!
Lara! Yes! I’m sorry I was not remembering which of you was a fellow-24ian! It was certain that Tony wasn’t a bad guy — confirmed when he did the “pull up PULL UP” to the airliner, imho. So glad Bill and Chloe are back with Tony — but wondering just WHO will show up next! LOL. And what will Madam President decide?????
ah well — 24’s a week away, and plenty of Idol to soothe my soul (hahaha) in between!!
That being said, , drive-by’s sometimes spark a discussion amongst ourselves which can be VERY interesting.
The thing is, I’m not sure I’d still be watching the show if it wasn’t for this blog. Or maybe I’d be watching but not enjoying it as much. I have a lot more fun talking about the singers than actually watching them.
Rodney’s blog has turned American Idol into a social event for me. I enjoy the time we spend chatting after the show so much than I’m pretty sure it’s a major factor in me watching the show.
look, now D’s calling me an idiot! (for responding?) [[DUCK!!]] I’m kidding of course. goodness me i am so glad the season is about to start up! just a few more hours!!!
AMEN ladies….You’ve said it better than I could! If we are idiots for enjoying a show, what does it say for Mta joining in on our blog? Anyway, I’m glad its here, (I’ll just have to let my class out a few minutes early tonight) !
All I know is how much being a part of this blog has meant to me. “Meeting” all of you and sharing ideas and conversations has really enriched me. Now, some drive-by may say that if this is so, I don’t have much of a life. Tennyson said “I am a part of all I have met,” and for me that is certainly true here. So, onward to Idol tonight, and the grand social event of the year–blogging together “after-Idol.”
LOL! linny! I enjoyed reading your piece in response to whatshisname! keep up the good work! And you too, harriethh and Nana. But I also enjoy JT’s and WE’s take on the drive-by as well. Succinct but to the point! Part of what makes this place interesting is the way we stick up for ourselves!
Nice report, Rodney — we look forward to you “live blogging” !!!! with us????? i may have to watch TV in my computer room (hubby will be happier, and i can blog…this has some merit!) anyway, i liked vonzell, so this was interesting… will be interesting to see what bo and nadia are doing, as well — and … well … federov … ok, interesting to see where he’s at i suppose, LOL
WOOOO HOOOO!!!!! IDOL STARTS TONIGHT!!!!! errr…ummm… oh no what’s that running down my legs? Damn my depends is leaking! Hmmmm fells kinda good though my feet arent cold anymore. LOL!
Hi y’all! Well, I just heard the single…and I can definitely see this getting lots of airplay. Spring, windows down in my car, I’m there! Oh yeah, Idols on tonight too…almost forgot.
Thanks for all the info, looking forward to Kelly’s song and of course to Idol. By the way, Vonzell really shouldn’t use that photo for any sort of promotion. I won’t say why, but I know it won’t take long for someone to point it out
Rodney: I know you aren’t a big Nadia Turner fan, but some of us liked her back in the day. I’m curious as to what she is doing now.
Tonight will be exciting, watching AI and posting at the same time. I will have my notebook, pen and glass of tea ready and waiting. Oh, and my fingers on the keyboard. I feel like a kid with a new toy. I’m just so anxious about tonight. Hopefully, there will be no animosity here tonight, just friends enjoying each other’s company and AI.
I just read an article called “American Idol,” A Crash Course on MSNBC.com It is under the entertainment column and very interesting. They talk about such things as the fact that the performance clips at the end of each show are pre-taped from earlier and are not a repeat of the live performance just aired. It also says that contestants must join AFTRA and are paid AFTRA scale, which is substantial–over $900 per hour. Interesting.
JTesla—> I’m a big fan of Nadia Turner. That MSNBC.com story is linked on my blog, harrieth. Lara-just spoke with Bo. He’s doing well. I will post that interview on a slow day…
Hey D. I usually ask them how many watch and only a few raise their hands. When I tell em we might get out a few minutes earlier if we had more viewers….the hands increase ten fold !
Rodney, thanks for all the info…it’ll be coming fast and furious now, you’ll have trouble keeping up.
And on that note. Michael Johns has written the sound track to a documentary about Shaun White…the Olympic gold medalist snow boarder. A duet with Michael and Brooke White has been released that’s really nice. Rodney, maybe you can get it uploaded for us. If not, y’all can hear it over at mj’s.
The Kelly single is not all that. I don’t think this CD will ever reach the level ofb success as Breakaway. She has had her day in the sun, now it is all down hill. She has no audience. The pop culture didn’t follow her on her bid to sing country, and the country audience doesn’t take her serious.
JSHW …I don’t remember Kelly EVER trying to sing country. She did a tour with Reba McIntyre where they sang both styles…but Kelly never put out a country song or CD and never claimed that she wanted to be a country singer. I think it may be premature to write her off. She’s very talented and I hope this cd will do well.
I guess Kelly might as well give up now and retire, to the house next to mine. We could play ping pong and drink beer. Anyone have a ping pong table that I can borrow?
I never said she was not talented. She is a great songstress, but unfortunetly it takes more than a great voice to be successful these days. Her last CD flopped. No radio play at all, then the whole Reba thing just confused people. She is lost in translation.
Kelly Clarkson
Tamyra Gray
Rueben Studdard (sp?)
Ricky Smith
Carrie Underwood
Elliott Yamin (waaay more than the winner that year)
Melinda Doolittle
Archie and Cook
Deirdre: I’ll add Scott Savol’s “She’s Gone.” The guy was a turd, but that performance really stood out. The first time Katharine McPhee performed “Black Horse and a Cherry Tree” and “Somewhere over the rainbow” were both incredible. However, the follow up performances of those songs fell short.
Gotta headed out of the office and drive 2 hours (from Griffin to Duluth)to see the doc. You better believe I will be home in time to watch Idol tonight. Ya’ll be safe, be good and catch ya later.
Great game, D. Do I even have to answer, though? I mean, other than Stuff Like That There and Alone… JT, I’d lend you my table, but that would defeat the purpose. *g* I’ll send you a postcard from Texas…we’ll be at the stables getting the horses ready for a ride.
K&CF… Carrie’s Alone! That was one of the top performances of all time. Carrie also had the best non-competition song during the first Idol Gives Back. Oh and invite me down, I’m ok working in the stable.
I cant remember the name of the song but Melinda Dolittle had the best performance of her season on Country night. That song and her performance brought the house down. Anyone remember the name of the tune? It was something about a woman maybe Thing about a woman?
Cookies “Music of the Night” was flipping incredible imho; much as i don’t like fantasia, she did have the one performance that was mind blowing with Summertime; there were others, but those two stick in my head righ tnow….
It’s me, another mindless idiot that is going to wet her pants because Idol is coming on tonight! I wonder if we will see the next idol tonight? I remember seeing David Cook for the first time and thinking he would go pretty far in the competition. My favorite idol is David Cook. I still upset my the injustice of Melinda Doolittle not winning! I don’t know if I can blog while Idol is on, my husband likes to hog the computer around that time of night.
Harm…same for me. It’s kinda hard for me to type and watch at the same time. I throw out comments during the commercials and show up after the show.
Poor JT and GAgirl miss most of the fun. West coasters have great views and even better weather but they get shafted with some things. Like my son told me that he watched the Golden Globes and the guy flipping the bird was blacked out. I mean…that’s just sad!
I’m gonna have to blog tomorrow…I’m taking Kacey to the vet (her boosters) and then hitting the gym all before Idol. So, I’ll be ready to sit and relax with the roomies. I’ll try to remember our best lines to share.
I thought their relationship was really strong. Maybe they can patch things up. I hope so anyway. I do hate to see relationships not work. Need to do a few things b4 Idol comes on, but I will be back alitle before 8:00.
Kara is a talented songwriter who has worked on multiple projects with seasoned artists. It will be a breath of fresh air to see her on the show. Check out her colab with Dave Stewart @ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fW6sA2oGh0
i won’t be blogging during the show unfortunately — had to dvr and will be catching up — had to take son to work and some other stuff still has to be accomplished … i’ll pop in later, hopefully i can fast forward during enough commercials to catch up with you guys!
If you like Kara Dioguardi’s music, then her song with Dave Stewart, Taking Chances is by far her best and an instant classic. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fW6sA2oGh0 check it out, if you agree then help spread the love….
I just had a thought On the commericals showing the auditions, I think that they showed the ones that got a pass to Hollywood. Pink girl was one they kept showing and she goes to HW. Anyone think the same?
i really liked the girl AFTER the girl in pink…. didn’t get her name … yes i know i’m behind, dvr hasn’t caught up yet…. but anyone who auditions with ETTA JAMES …. has bal…. um…. guts!!!!
I am a 24 year old woman from the East Coast, and I can tell you with much certainty that the new judge is a big mistake. I just witnessed her not judging, but combating with a contestant. I mean, she has issues, right? Come on! The girl in the bikini was amazing and she totally embarrASSed herself by trying to outdo her. That was pathetic. Please don’t ruin my favorite show with this jealous (wait, sorry, who is she again?) Oh yeah, sorry, she worked with Pink, is it, and who else? Celine Dion? Oh yeah? When was that? Definitely not any song worth mentioning! Sorry Kara, you messed up. See you next year. At auditions.
Please girl, the next time you want to correct yourself, don’t start off by saying exactly what you must mean honey. Come on. “I’m not just saying this because you are “way hotter in a bikini than me” but let me show you how I can sing it…” I mean, that is so, so, so, pathetic. I must have missed her last album. Yeah- as a matter of fact I think everyone did. I’ll catch AI whenever she is gone, however many years they give her to make a dumbass out of herself.
sitting on the dock … the girl sounded like a pickler clone to talk, but man when she SANG! wow. i’ll have to catch up with names later, unfortunately (re arianna, thanks!) i was expecting really super great from scott the blind guy, he was really good but not what i was expecting, if that makes sense; and i liked the roughneck, was surprised by his voice as well — wonder if the kid who makes horror videos will do as well as he has potential to do…. btw the blind young man…if he plays piano, could do quite well with his instrument to bolster his presence. hard to move around and “own” the stage when you can’t SEE it, eh?
i’ve got to finish up my typing job, but it’s great to see all of you here!!!!! i’m sooooo glad the season has started!!!!
Hey what’s up Justin here bringin’ you back some of my Idol opinions for the 3rd year. i know pretty exciting…
OK
A 15 minute intro: unnecessary BUT i saw katharine mcphee so it’s all good!
Bad auditions after several years = boring…unless funny
mad fast year… seems like season 7 was yesterday
1st one through: emily hughes (?) – she’s pretty good. at least once it got high it was good. i think she should go all blond it’d l ook better- yeah… but hey @ least she’s not the ugly girl “rockers” lol
J.B. (?) good but not my thing really.
Michael Gurr- that was kinda funny though I dont care for bad auditions anymore
Ariyanna (?) “Put Your Records On”- she was good!
The girl… see i don’t really pay attention to their names @ this stage… maybe i should- she sang “at last”- she was pretty good too
Katrina aka “Katriner” from Simon- i don’t know she was ok– hot though! no doubt
Brianna Quijada (?) – she was ok too.
Kid who makes scary movies: whiny voice… but was ok… anyone who reminds me of Danny Noriega i dont care for lol…
Ok there’s this girl on here I feel like I see her every year… weird… i’ll let you know if i see her I’m pretty sure Ive seen her in the auditions pics from americanidol.com
Deanna- she was pretty good
Cody- cant remember this one
And then another guy there was dont remember his name either but it was either he or Cody who asked Randy to sing with him…
Scott- He was ok… probably made it through because he was blind with a pleasant voice… but yeah he was alright. i think i need to hear something else first.
weel, I was underwhelmed by the golden ticket winners tonight. A couple of gems though. Overall we saw 10 of 27 Golden Tickets, so Idol is once again giving 2/3 of the Hollywood Week attendees the shaft.
MY thoughts for tonight in order of Auditions:
Emily (pink hair Girl) – Loved her voice, definate top 24 potential.
JB – Good, has the potential to be a factor in hollywood.
Arianna – Excellent voice – possibly top 24.
Stevie – Talented young lady, a definate dark horse.
Michael – Really enjoyed his bluesy vibe – definate top 24.
Katrina (Aka Bikini Girl) – Nice ass, terrible voice.
Brianna – not impressed
Cody – good voice, but nothing special. Gave me a creepy Danny Noriega vibe (shudder)
Alex – very good, could be a dark horse.
Scott – By far the best of the night. Definate top 12 and has the potential to be one of the favorites.
Well, the first nite is over and I’m sorry, but I was not impressed w/ anybody! I guess I’m holding out for another Melinda Doolittle to really make me sit up & take notice. I pretty much thought everybody sounded same ole, same ole – nothing new. Some were decent, but decent just doesn’t cut it for me. OK, maybe I sound a little bit like Simon (god forbid!!!!!), but….I’m hoping for somebody to really jump out tomorrow. Of course, I felt the same way last season until I heard Michael Johns, Carley Smithson, Archie and Cook….
I do agree w/ most people that I was a little disappointed in Scott – he was ok, but not what he was built up to be.
I can see Barracuda girl and blind guy doing fairly well, I want to see all the contestants that make it to Hollywood before I start trying to pick the finalist though:-)
Everyone, I agree with these latest assessments and find validation in my original impression of the Danny Noriega wanna be. However, practicality calls, since my alarm goes off at 5:30 AM. Talk to everyone tomorrow.
I was hoping the guy with the deep voice could sing, it was not to be, he was as bad as the guy with the deep voice last year! It’s too early to tell, but I don’t believe we have seen the next idol yet. I could be wrong, I’ve been wrong on numerous occasions (Melinda Doolittle- idol winner-I was wrong)
I know the blind guy is well… blind… but we didn’t hear much from him tonight other tahn about 30 seconds of song… so why are the last few commenters on here so blown away by him? i thought it was just good to be honest… reason i said i need to hear more before i say i like his voice.
Kara Dioguardi is going to rock the whole American idol scene, mainly because of her extensive work as a singer/songwriter. Her single “taking chances” with the one and only DAVE STEWART is one not to miss.`EVERYONE YOU TUBE “Taking Chances” you won’t be disappointed.
Just checking in from the West Coast….have seen the first half hour..so far YAWN!!!! I wasn’t impressed with pink haired girl..Hopefully some real talent will emerge soon..back to the TV now. Check in later..
I liked Baracuda girl, and Stevie. However, she needs to lose the cow shirt. 45 minutes to go. Bikini girl… to shallow for me. Oh and someone tell Randy that 100 percent is enough, no million percent needed.
So do I pay a membership fee or what? Long-time reader but only a 1-time poster ’til now (the David Cook at Disney sighting).
Emily- Loved her voice. And anyone who makes that gutsy of a song choice & pulls it off has my admiration.
JB- Can’t believe he’s 16. Mature-sounding voice. First of several good young’uns.
Arianna-Good voice, cute as all get-out & sweet. She’ll go far.
Stevie- Classy performance. Very mature sound for a 16 yo. I think her namesake would be pleased.
Michael- Like him but he’s not on my A list. Maybe when I hear more. Someone always sneaks up on me & somebody who was great in the audition always bombs.
Brianna- Not on my A list either but I’ll give her another shot. Loved “Simee!”
Cody- Makeover please! Another wait & see.
Alex- Surprisingly nice voice. I think HW will eat this guy alive though.
Scott- Very nice voice. Producers have to be loving his story. I look forward to hearing him play the piano on the live shows ( you know he’ll make it that far).
Now I don’t normally focus on the bad stuff in the audition round but what the heck was the deal with Bikini Bimbo? She did not sing well! I realize Simon & Randy weren’t thinking with their brains there but did their ears quit working? Kara, OTOH, sounded great.
flbravesgirl — welcome (back!) and please make yourself “at home” here!!!! your comments are great! please be sure to join us at least for post-show commentary and add yours!!! and all you lurkers out there, come on in, the blog is **FINE**…. just jump right in!!!
Hi Blog friends
Overall..pretty ho-hum. However 2 of the ladies impressed me:
Stevie and the girl who sang “Sitting on the Docks of the Bay”..can’t remember her name but I loved her voice.
Wish we could have heard more from Scott but what I did hear was good.
Bikini Girl needs to lose the attitude. I wanted to reach through the screen and smack her.
Picking up from the 1 hour 15 minute point: the Pickler girl had some freaky eyes, it’s like she stepped out of the TV Movie V. Hopefully we can put an end to the Danny Noriega comparisons, unlike Danny, Cody actually had some talent. Scott – I’m already dreading the Hollywood rollercoaster that producers are going to put us through in your name.
Oh and I’m working on a new nickname, I was thinking of something like Sexual Vanilla, or maybe Sexual Tapioca. Yeah, and I’ll get it tattooed on my back. What do you think?
One thing we need to hear: impressions of Kara. She had the bikini girl spin around, which means she is looking out for me. Therefore, she is now my favorite judge. The actual judging seems solid, but I need to see more.
Today’s Quote: “Today is ours, so let us make it count.”
Well, we made it through the first night of auditions. Some good and others not so. If I had to name a favorite, it would be between Arianna
and Stevie. To be only 16 years old, they both have a strong potential to make the top 24, IMHO. After tonight, my choices may and will most likely change.
Morning…and welcome to flbravesgirl(a name that will be shortened by lunchtime) and Anne. I know that you ladies have been on before but it was great to see your smiling commentary in last night’s analysis.
JT…I agree that Kara has potential. She really went after the bikini girl and proved to the viewers that she can sing! Two birds with one stone.
I’m a little leary of the blind guy, Scott. His voice wouldn’t normally have made it past this round. I think the judges saw potential but I also think they weren’t going to say no to a blind guy if he could carry a tune at all.
Good morning all. Boy, I am gonna have to figure this out in a hurry. Last night I went to bed and was wide awake. I finally dozed off after midnight and had to get up at 5:30. Guess the stimulation of Idol’s return and great conversation on the blog overloaded me and kept me awake. Hmmmm. Maybe I will have happy hour from 8-10 PM tonight instead of the usual time.
Fanatic, if you will review my comments, I stated that it made no difference if he was gay or not. Just thought he reminded me of someone else (who happened to be openly gay). It was not the gay thing at all with me. Only looks.
i wouldn’t say it’s “always about who’s gay” or anything else — the dock of the bay gal sounded like a country hick; the guy with the bass voice SHOULD have sounded like Barry White (romantic) but didn’t; the girl with tatts *has* to be a rocker; likewise the wannabe with the do-rag and tatts… it’s like this… you get impressions that go into your description of a person — if you give the police a description, for example, of a person who mugged you, if you ONLY say “male, 6′0″ tall, wearing jeans” … um wait — black, white, hispanic, asian, fat, thin, “average”, with/out tattoos, piercings, etc etc etc. “gayness” in the celebrity media is just one more of the impressions that people get about someone — whether true or not. likewise “beautiful” “with attitude” “untalented” “talented” etc etc. I’ve not seen an overly heavy commentary on gay so far THIS year, and besides, 90% of the time HERE, it’s outsiders who bring it up first! we’re just “talking” here, and making comments based on our personal observations. feel free to join in, but i honestly think we TRY to avoid pettiness of the sort you mention, IF.
and “FBG” for our newest speaking lurker works for me.
Idolfanatic…it wasn’t ABOUT who’s gay…it was brief speculation. Just like the commentary on bikini girl’s attributes…or lack thereof. No one means to offend here. We will comment on our first impression of the contestants and we’re not shy about it. Straight white guys get as much grief from us as everybody else.
i need to amend something slightly — the dock of the bay gal sounded like a country hick when she SPOKE, her singing, however, was incredibly NOT country and was great imho.
1st off the “blonde” girl with the weird eyes was not that good. The rocker chick was real good. Clive Barker’s son was much better than Danny Noriega could ever hope to be. Bikini girl needs go back to her pole in “da club”.
I LOL the hardest when bikini girl laid one on Ryan and they played “I Kissed a Girl” as the music bed. Hmmmmmm..I wonder what that was all about?!? Most uncomfotable moment of the night: Ryan Seacrest going for the “high five” to a blind guy. Oh yeah….
This is for Lara upthread … Bo is announcing new tour dates for next year – he’ll be on the road from February all through the year. So far they have only announced a few of the dates in the north east and midwest, but I’m sure southern dates are on the way. Keep an eye on his website!
Good morning all! Harietth I have found that Idol goes good with merlot. It helps you sleep as well as makes some of the horrible ones sound better LOL! MY faves last night were Deanna Brown the girl from Kentucky, Stevie Wright who sang At Last, Michael Sarver the big oil rig worker and Scott Macintyre the blind guy. There were a couple of others that impressed me somewhat but not enough to mention yet. The gimmick ones were few and far between last night which was much better than in previous seasons but I still think they should show all of the golden ticket winners. Speaking of gimmicks bikini girl wont get far due to the obvious disease she has NOTITSATALL!
KPH….That drawback on bikini girl and she just thought she was “the stuff”, but she didn’t impress me! YUK! I like the Stevie girl and the oil rig worker. I missed the first half hour so I didn’t get to see “tatoo girl”, but my wife said she was good.
Don’t typically comment on the AI blogs, because I haven’t watched the show for almost 2 years now because I personally dont think the talent is there. Watched last night and I can’t say that I was overly impressed…nobody blew me away. I don’t think the next American Idol was seen on last nights show. I keep hearing people complain about Katrina (that’s her name) and it seems like nobody can get pass her wearing a bikini. I thought her voice was good enough to get her pass that round. It kinda sucks that Kara went at that child. Really, a professional taking on an amateur??? Really Kara, is that what you’re bringing to the show. I thought that Paula and Kara had it out for her as soon as she stepped into the room, and was not going to give her a fair shot – thats my opinion. All think all three of them could have handled themselves a little better. I think if she is fully dressed that she goes through easily.
I wasn’t that impressed with Stevie…personally thought her voice was at best decent but not strong enough to compete with other girls we’ll probably see throughout the next few episodes. Just came away from this episode ho hum on the talent…not blown away. Although there was this one guy who reminded me of that creature from the Lord of the Rings. He was by far the worst I have EVER seen on Idol
And we are back with a bang…or was that a thud?
I have to say, I don’t know if it was surprise or what, but that little episode with bikini girl (she will never have a real name again) and Ryan – not a good kisser, either. I think I threw up in my mouth a little and had to pause to go gargle!!
I think that Kara did ok with the judging and comments. I didn’t really like the singing to show someone how it is done – seemed a little contrived…who knows.
I wasn’t THAT impressed with the blind guy, his voice was ok. But the guy who walked him out there (brother?) was HOT!
My brief review: it wasn’t bad. Well, except for the guy who MURDERED Carrie’s song Starts With Goodbye….man, that was horrible. Bikini girl was just annoying. She did provide some really awkward moments with Ryan. But I did like Kara!
Trippin…I agree in principle with what you said about Bikin….uh, Katrina. To me…if someone uses a gimmick, like wearing a bikini, I expect them to be bad. Why would you need a gimmick if you’ve got a good voice? However, she had a decent voice, not great…so, IMO, she played the game correctly. I don’t think she would have made the next round without the bikini. It will be interesting to see what she does next…she plays the game…how well is yet to be seen.
Thanks JT. I thought she had a powerful voice but not the best last night. I do think she will go deeper in the competition. I guess I didnt notice anything about her eyes? Must have been the merlot.
KPH, I guess having my vodka early was not the way to go. I will try it later tonight, or maybe the merlot you suggested! To tell the truth, I did not love anyone last night. I liked a couple, but didn’t love anyone. Maybe tonight.
Only one performer stood out for me: Arianna. She’s unbelievably cute, likeable, great personality and very talented. Everyone else: Feh.
Kara is my new favorite judge. She’s hot, she’s smart, she’s funny, she can sing, she actually offers real criticism and analysis (politely, not gratuitously rude like you-know-who), and she’s even willing to challenge Simon. Man…I definitely want to do her.
Also, did anyone else notice Paula was clear-eyed and relatively coherent? Wow…haven’t seen that in a few years. Probably feeling the heat to lose the complacency and keep up with Neg’s most excellent chick, Kara.
Oh I agree Deirdre. I thought she was going to be awful and was surprised by the fact that she could actually carry a tune decently. I’m not sure if she necessarily tried to use it as a gimmick at first. Remember, it was Kara that asked her to turn around…i had the impression that she was going to go in there sing and maybe joke around. So it eventually turned into and she used it to her advantage. I think she used an excuse about being outside all day and that it was going to be hot. Either way it goes we’ve seen guys serenade Paula and make it through, so I guess they do whatever they can if they think it gives them an edge. Can’t blame em’. Like you said, you got to play the game.
It’ll be different in Hollywood, and who knows she may surprise us and she may not. I did think she did well enough to make it pass last night, how far she goes is up to her and the judges although i don’t think she’ll ever get on Kara’s good side.
D, the Negster was watching on DVR and didn’t finish until after 11:30. Decided to share my esteemed brilliance with my people today rather than have it get lost in the late night abyss.
Negster did find deep-voice-dude hilarious. Never quite heard anything like it, and Simon was funny with that line about whether he knew the premise of the show or just showed up at the wrong auditions. He’d make a great voice-over actor I bet.
I was kind of surprised that the one time Simon chose to be nasty and pricky was with the cowgirl chick. I thought she was sweet and cute, and her voice wasn’t THAT bad, either. No, she wasn’t worthy of advancing, but why he hated on her so much was hard to understand.
JT, the minute she stops shaking the booty for the camera is the minute she goes home. And to think that Simon, who put her through on booty jiggle alone, called my beloved Haley a slut for wearing short-shorts.
Damn after 53 years I find out I am a Chick and a lifer. I learn something new everyday. I hope my wife of 34 years doesent find out I’m a chick! My 2 grown sons would also be devastated!
JT…LOL!!! I actually liked Danny Noriega…I didn’t think he was good enough to make the final 12 but he was fun!
Neg…Simon has always been a mystery…he either likes you or he doesn’t…based on what he thinks when you walk in the room. Sometimes a really good voice can change his opinion but, if he doesn’t like the way someone looks or acts, he lays that on them for the whole competition.
I thought the opening of the show last night was terrific. I really enjoyed it. Then ending with Ryan standing at the edge of the Grand Canyon was spectacular! Very well done!
The opening was well done, they had McPhee, they had Elliot’s mom, but who won that year? Oh yeah that guy they don’t include in any of their promo stuff. I found that rather humorous. The scenery shots that they did were very well done, but then it’s a pretty area of the country.
I’m not concerned with talent yet. Every year I have a favorite going into Hollywood week, and every year they are cut. I don’t take anyone serious until they have a phone number attached to their name.
I agree, JT. And I always wonder about the people who make it to Hollywood who we don’t see.
Looking forward to Kansas City. Idol hasn’t spent a whole heck of a lot of time in the midwest so the pool might be more interesting. And will Cook be there to greet the auditioners like Jordin was.
I guess being called a Lifer and Chicks is better than some names. I agree that the opening was good. In my opinion, that was the best opening in the 8 years (does that make me a lifer?) I have been watching idol. I missed the comment that bikini girl said to Paula to bring her out of her chair. Can anyone fill me in? My Dad called at the moment, so I missed it.
Deirdre, I’m all for another commando again tonight. I found that quite interesting and fun. I say, “Lets do it again!”
When the girl from Ky started talking, I thought, another Kellie Pickler. Her voice was not all bad. But I will have to say that Stevie, Michael and Arianna were my picks out of the wannabes. Did not particularly care for tats and bikini gal. And that one guy who seemed to be alittle emotional, nah, didn’t care for him either. Scott was okay. He will probably be better when he plays the piano.
Okay, gotta get back to doing some work around the office. But I will be back later.
Nana…Bikini girl told Kara that Kara’s version of the song wasn’t that good either and Paula stood up not only to defend Kara but to point out how stupid it is to diss a judge.
I tried the commando thing last night but my dogs kept looking at me funny and my wife kept asking if I was going to go ahead and take a shower. I’m going with lounge pants tonight with depends and a t-shirt.;-)
Thanks Rodney…I think it stinks that you don’t get to go to Hollywood. I’m going there next week..is there anything I could bring you? Besides a starlet!
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December 31st, 2008
11:45 am
Woooooooooooooohooooooooooooo!!!! this is going to be sooooooo much fun!
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
December 31st, 2008
11:48 am
Rodney, will we have to actually create log-in for WordPress? Will there be an automatic link to do this? what will be the difference between logging in and just commenting on a blog? IS there a difference? I know, I know….waaaaay too many questions for this stage of your preparation! Curious minds, however, wish to know!!!
Happy New Year!!!
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Deirdre
December 31st, 2008
11:53 am
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Deirdre
December 31st, 2008
12:04 pm
just one more question…:-) Why do I have to delete”Enter Comments Here” before I comment?
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KPH
December 31st, 2008
12:14 pm
Enter your comments here Hello folks looks like we got a new format just in time for the new season. I will be joinig in on a daily basis once the season starts.
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KPH
December 31st, 2008
12:18 pm
Rodney you need to remove the enter comments here thing.
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KPH
December 31st, 2008
12:20 pm
Just stopped by to wish everyone a HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!!
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JTesla
December 31st, 2008
12:29 pm
Woohoo!
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JTesla
December 31st, 2008
1:28 pm
I know the new format is just being tested, but I want to wish everyone a safe and happy New Year. As the old year trudges headlong to its demise remember… “Forgiveness does not change the past, but it does enlarge the future.” – Paul Boese
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Deirdre
December 31st, 2008
1:29 pm
Life is GOOD!!!!! Lost, American Idol and a new format….my cup runneth over!!!!!
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Deirdre
December 31st, 2008
1:29 pm
OMG!!!! AND emoticons!!!!!!!
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Deirdre
December 31st, 2008
1:31 pm
Thank you, JT! Very true.
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Deirdre
December 31st, 2008
1:32 pm
Sheesh…I’m not used to comments just jumping straight up like that…it’s kinda startling and wonderful all at the same time.
KPH…happy to hear you’ll be joining us!
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JTesla
December 31st, 2008
1:37 pm
Emoticons? Can we please have the “beat a dead horse” emoticon? Please??
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
December 31st, 2008
1:58 pm
JT, i love that idea!!! Rodney, are the emoticons pre-packaged or can we add suggested new ones??? you mean… i won’t have to make my ~¿@ anymore???? wooo hooo
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December 31st, 2008
2:01 pm
testing to see what works …
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Harmony
December 31st, 2008
2:03 pm
Found it and had to try it! Talk to you later!!! I have a baby in need of visiting!!!
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Harmony
December 31st, 2008
2:05 pm
I think I like it!!!
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Deirdre
December 31st, 2008
2:07 pm
Hug Asa for us Harmony!!!!
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Harmony
December 31st, 2008
2:08 pm
I will!!!
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Harmony
December 31st, 2008
2:09 pm
Bye Everyone.
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KPH
December 31st, 2008
2:12 pm
Thanks Deirdre.
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JTesla
December 31st, 2008
2:17 pm
KPH, don’t wait for the new season to start, keep checking in. I’m sure someone will start an Idol countdown.
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Deirdre
December 31st, 2008
2:19 pm
JT…I’m sensing a little edginess today. Can we help?
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Deirdre
December 31st, 2008
2:20 pm
14 days to Idol!!!!!
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JTesla
December 31st, 2008
2:20 pm
Rodney: You may have already noticed, but the left margin needs a little space. At least it does on the two systems that I have viewed it on.
<— Insert space here.
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JTesla
December 31st, 2008
2:27 pm
Edginess? Me? Nah. At least I don’t think so
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December 31st, 2008
2:27 pm
HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!!!!
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War Eagle
December 31st, 2008
2:45 pm
Hello? Is this thing working?
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Deirdre
December 31st, 2008
3:25 pm
I’m sure there’s still a lot of tweaking to do. Looking at some of the ajc blogs that have been here for a little longer, there’s changes that can be made to make it nice and homey.
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Deirdre
December 31st, 2008
3:30 pm
Hey WE! We have a new place to play.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
December 31st, 2008
3:36 pm
WE, KPH, Harmony, GAGirl, and D, Nana, Harrietth, JTesla, et al. … so nice to be able to see our posts so quickly, eh? HAPPY NEW YEAR gang!!!
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HarriettH
December 31st, 2008
3:37 pm
Hello, everyone! I am not sure what I am doing, but this looks like fun! Happy New Year!
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Harrietth
December 31st, 2008
3:43 pm
And, to you, too, linny! You were the very first to invite this lurker to become one of the gang, and it has been so much fun. D, you were so welcoming, too, and I have really enjoyed joining you this year,and Nana, you’ve been wonderful. Thanks to all of you for the encouragement and “sistahood.” To everyone else whom I have come to “know” here, I look forward to another year with you. Almost forgot my Heroes buddy, JT. Thanks for the insights and great discussions.
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KPH
December 31st, 2008
3:55 pm
Point taken JTesla I’ll be around. Only 14 day’s huh? I cant wait. I hope the new commentator will help Paula keep Simon reeled in some. She sure isnt hard to look at either.
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KPH
December 31st, 2008
3:57 pm
Back at ya Linny ! May 2009 be much better for our country than 2008 was.
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Deirdre
December 31st, 2008
4:00 pm
Wait a minute…Does Idol start on the 13th or the 20th? I may have jumped the gun. Wouldn’t be the first time!
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December 31st, 2008
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December 31st, 2008
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JTesla
December 31st, 2008
4:08 pm
It is the 13th!
After fighting for nearly a year to get a new blog format I need another cause to champion… I miss the left margin from the old blog. Can we move just that over here? After that I will be happy. Honest.
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JTesla
December 31st, 2008
4:09 pm
Oh and thank you Rodney for getting us set up. I am grateful.
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woodpappy
December 31st, 2008
4:27 pm
Well well…I like it! Very Nice indeed.
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woodpappy
December 31st, 2008
4:28 pm
Where are the emoticons?
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Deirdre
December 31st, 2008
4:30 pm
woodpappy…type in the colon, the dash and the close parenthesis and voila!
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Nana
December 31st, 2008
7:13 pm
Happy Days are here again!!!! We’re moving on up to the east side!!!! Now we can shake, rattle and roll all we want. Thank you, thank you, Rodney.
12 days left before idol comes back. Just can’t wait.
I want to wish Deirdre, JT, WE, linny, harrieth, lara, GAgirl, KPC, woodpappy, Harmony, the rest of the regulars and the lurkers a Very Happy New Year. Please, please do not drink and drive. We want you around for the next 50+ years.
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Nana
December 31st, 2008
7:18 pm
Okay for the sake of sounding stupid, I could not find the emoticons. I tried D’s steps and nothing happened. Was I supposed to type in the colon, dash and the parenthesis in the comment section? Dumb is me.
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Deirdre
December 31st, 2008
7:24 pm
Nana…just make a smiley face like you normally would in the comment section and it posts as the emoticon.
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JTesla
December 31st, 2008
9:03 pm
Well it looks like the left border has been fixed… or was it just me that saw that in the first place?
Stay safe everyone.
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December 31st, 2008
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Harmony
December 31st, 2008
10:20 pm
Happy Hew Year!!! Did you otice that I actually did an emoticon?
Asa is still pretty and perfect!
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Harrietth
January 1st, 2009
8:29 am
Just dropped in to say good morning on the very first day of our new year. I watched the ball drop, then went to bed. But, I am up and at ‘em this morning. Gotta get my cooking mostly in hand before the bowl game at 11 and the others at 1 PM.
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Lara
January 1st, 2009
6:29 pm
Hello fellow blogsters and hello 2009!!!
Just testing the new system…
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AmyG
January 1st, 2009
8:59 pm
Hi guys, I know it’s been a long time, but I wanted to say Happy New Year! and I can’t wait until the new season begins!
I think this new format will be a wonderful thing.
I hope everyone has a wonderful 2009!
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Nana
January 1st, 2009
9:05 pm
Hope everyone had a safe and good NYE and a good start on 2009. I was in my kitchen this morning at 7:15 and have just completed all my clean up. Only had to cook for 26 people, and I am bone tired. Have to take dad back home tomorrow, then back home on Saturday, then I will collapse. Love the holidays but they do leave me worn out.
Let me see if I can do an emoticon……(:_:). I made be dumber than I think I am if it doesn’t work, so here goes.
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Nana
January 1st, 2009
9:17 pm
Oh shoot it didn’t work. Oh well, I will figure it out later. To tired to do it now.
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Deirdre
January 1st, 2009
10:09 pm
AMY!!!!!! how are you? So glad to see you again! Will you be joining us for the season?
Nana…go back to the old blog and I’ll type what you need to do to make a smiley face.
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Harmony
January 1st, 2009
10:48 pm
I am tired
It was still a great week though!!! 
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Deirdre
January 2nd, 2009
7:32 am
Good Morning blogsters!!!!!
I’m going to be very busy today so I won’t get to play on the new blog as much as I want to
but that’s ok. we’ll have plenty of time for fun and games once the season starts.
Hope y’all had a great New Year’s Day. Welcome to 2009 where blogs actually post a comment as soon as you hit enter.
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Lara
January 2nd, 2009
8:12 am
Good Friday morning blogsters. There seem to be a bit more people here in the office today than I thought there would be. But here I am, slaving away!!!
I hope that 2009 brings the best for all of you!!!
Can’t wait for the new season to start.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 2nd, 2009
9:40 am
Me too, Lara, lots more people than I expected
Oh well!!!
Looking forward to the new year, New AI, New Lost, New 24 … and I’m enjoying “Leverage” as well… sort of a cross between Mission Impossible and The Equalizer, with maybe a touch of McGuyver thrown in.
going to be strange with Grissom leaving CSI… And there’s that “World Dancer” program (another Lythgoe project, I believe)
amazingly, i don’t get to goof off today
catchya later, gang!!! Happy New Year!!!
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kelly&carriefan
January 2nd, 2009
1:09 pm
Hi y’all!
This is gonna be awesome…whoo-hoo! Oh, and Happy New Year!
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 2nd, 2009
2:35 pm
kcfan… i keep wanting to type “kfc” instead of kcf…. maybe it should be “kellyfan&carrie2″ which would be kfc2…
*duck!*
sorry i couldn’t help it… my fingers just must be thinking about chicken or something…
ok ok, i’ll stop (temporarily) with the stupid jokes…
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 2nd, 2009
3:54 pm
Rodnaaaaaay! Looks good! Got to love photographs, and surely this is easier than the old bog.. i mean blog.. style for you, too!!!
Congrats to Gina… and to Niko too for getting a record out… i liked him too…
Thanks, again, Rodney, for letting us have a place to BE…
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Deirdre
January 2nd, 2009
8:36 pm
Helloooo! Sorry, I was so frickin busy today that I couldn’t get near the computer. I LOVE this new format and will be blogging full time on Monday!
I liked Nikko, too but didn’t think he should win.
JT..what happened? You’re usually the first to comment on a new blog thread.
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Anne
January 3rd, 2009
1:44 pm
Hi everybody! I’m new to posting, but have been reading everything for about 3 yrs. Started watching AI in the Taylor Who season and have been addicted ever since. Can’t wait for the new season – changes & all! I know I’ll learn a lot on here (always have), and just I hope I won’t make anybody too mad at me. LOL!
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JTesla
January 3rd, 2009
4:24 pm
I always like to give other people a shot. Luckily the in-law invasion is over.
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GAgirl
January 3rd, 2009
4:24 pm
Welcome Anne. Glad to have you with us.
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Deirdre
January 3rd, 2009
7:41 pm
Falcons:
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linny at home
January 4th, 2009
9:05 am
Welcome Anne!!! Please, jump in any ol’ time! I’m going to the other article now, but wanted to welcome you to the bandwagon!!!
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linny at home
January 4th, 2009
9:08 am
Yeah. That was a bummer, D. I’d like to mention Anne, who snuck in at the end of the first WP article and says she’ll be joining us … Welcome, again! Never fear to give us your opinion and thoughts! Most of us don’t get mad, we get even… oh wait. that’s not what i meant… well…
may be it IS, sort of! Just kidding….
do you realize this thing does a sort of spell check? It doesn’t like the word “snuck”!!!
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Deirdre
January 4th, 2009
10:38 am
Anne…welcome to the blog. If you’ve been reading for 3 years then you know a lot more about us than we do about you. Looking forward to your input!
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Deirdre
January 4th, 2009
10:48 am
I didn’t see Anne before. Thanks for pointing it out, linny.
Anne, I wrote a note to you on the previous thread. We’re still getting used to this new format so it may take us some time to do it all right. Again, welcome! And we’re looking forward to hearing your thoughts.
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Harmony
January 4th, 2009
11:34 am
Thank You Falcons for the unexpected terrific season!!! Go get them next season!!!:-)
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Harmony
January 4th, 2009
11:40 am
My emoticon didn’t work, Rodney!!!
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Harmony
January 4th, 2009
11:41 am
That’s better!!!
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Anne
January 4th, 2009
1:27 pm
Thanks for the warm welcomes! OK, Deirdre, here’s a little about me. Was 13 when the Beatles came out, which makes me older than dirt. Born & raised right here in the ATL – high school, college, the whole thing. Used to hang out in the 14th St Hippie District when I was in high school…..Loved music my whole life…..currently have a b/f who played percussion w/ some of the greats when they were in town – Allman Bros., BB King, etc. Which kinda makes watching AI w/ him a little bit of a challenge – smarmy comments, lame jokes – I usually keep a water pistol handy to squirt him when things get really bad :>)
So….let’s hope for a great AI year. It’s only a little over a week away – whoo hoo!
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Connie D.
January 4th, 2009
3:20 pm
Nikko was a great dancer on the Idols tour. I’d love to see him have a career. For me, he slung a few off notes during the Season, but I do believe in his talent. He was wonderful to meet in person.
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Deirdre
January 4th, 2009
5:18 pm
LOL!! The water pistol is a great idea. My hubby won’t even stay in the room while AI is on(which makes him safe from water pistols)
Thanks for the info. And don’t worry…you’re older than some of us but not all of us!
Those of us who hang out here are genuinely looking forward to the return of some old favorites and the addition of opinionated newbies(don’t worry, you won’t be a newbie for long)
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linny at home
January 4th, 2009
7:18 pm
Connie! neat to meet someone like Niko, for sure! How’d that happen? are you a lurker who’s decided to join us? Come on in the “water’s” fine!!! so to speak….
I think it was the lack of a space after the !!, Harm!
see you guys Tuesday … I have to take a young’un back to college monday!
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
7:54 am
Morning!!!!!
8 days until Idol begins!!!!!
I see we’re already gathering newbies. Welcome one and all! It will be fun getting to know y’all during the course of the season.
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
7:57 am
Rodney. ajc.com front page still links to the old format. What’s up with that?
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Lara
January 5th, 2009
8:02 am
Good morning fellow blogsters!
Yeah, D, I was wondering if the link would get updated soon?
Anyone watching the World Dance Competition?
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harrietth
January 5th, 2009
8:23 am
Good morning one and all! I am back at work after being off since Christmas Eve. Am actually glad to be back and see everyone. We will have a lull for a bit until the students get back, but I am glad to have a job to come to. Lots of others are not so lucky. And, the anticipation is building for the return of “our” Idol! What a time of year! And, Lost, too!
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
9:00 am
I didn’t watch the dance competition, Lara but I’m pretty sure linny did. She’ll be back tomorrow.
Harrietth, I hope you enjoyed your “down time”.
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harrietth
January 5th, 2009
9:51 am
D, I did enjoy it, but I was very tired once Christmas stuff was over. I did get to watch some old tv programs on the Hallmark channel on weekeday mornings, which I enjoyed–reruns of The Waltons and Little House, etc. They are ageless! I also pretty much liked everything I got for presents, so I did not have to fight the crowds who were returning gifts. Went to see “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” and I liked it a lot. I think I’d have enjoyed it more with another actor playing the role, though. Brad Pitt is not my cup of tea! I know, this is heresy to some folks!
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
10:05 am
LOL!!! I haven’t seen Ben Button yet but we’ll be going this week. We saw Seven Pounds last week. Very good, very sad, bring tissues. And we saw Doubt yesterday. The performances were amazing.
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harrietth
January 5th, 2009
10:14 am
Thanks for the input on the other movies, D. I plan to see both of them. I heard Seven Pounds was a tear-jerker, so I will be forearmed with tissues. I want to see Gran Torino as well. They say it may be Clint Eastwood’s finest acting job of his career.
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Lara
January 5th, 2009
10:32 am
I saw 7 pounds, and what I have to say about that movie is that they should be glad that Will Smith is such a good actor. The movie is a tear jerker, but the plot line got so scrambled. He definately made it worth watching.
I also saw Twilight again – took my mom. This time I got to hear the dialog, no screeming girls in my theatre. It really is a good movie, but could have been better, maybe with some more $$$ thrown in.
I am looking forward to the new season starting….especially 24 – go Jack Bauer!!!
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
10:41 am
Hubby wants to see Gran Torino and I’m kinda looking forward to it, too. We’ll probably see it next week.
Lara, I have questions, too about Seven Pounds but not everyone has seen it yet so asking would only ruin it for them. And…it’s always worth watching Will Smith…even if the movie is horrible(Hancock).
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AmyG
January 5th, 2009
11:03 am
Good Morning everyone!
I hope 2009 is a wonderful year for everyone.
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
11:09 am
Morning Amy!!! Last time we heard from you, you were expecting a baby. Would you like to introduce us?
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
11:35 am
Man..that was fastwhats and i love it like they’re is no tomorrow.I hope everyone will give uga they’re props on thwe big win last week.
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
11:49 am
Who is this gina girl going to marry?
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
12:04 pm
bunch of newbies!!!TONS!
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kelly&carriefan
January 5th, 2009
12:06 pm
Hi y’all…I haven’t seen TCCOBB or 7 Lbs yet, but they’re on my list. I did see Marley and Me (cute!) and Yes Man (it was Jim Carrey being Jim Carrey…decent). I also caught up with Eagle Eye, Secret Lives of Bees, and Role Models (hilariously wrong).
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
12:19 pm
Hey, k&cf! I’m not sure I can go see Marley and Me. I read the book and cried for a day. Sad animal stories(and they’re sad if ANYTHING bad happens to the animal) wipe me out! As for Jim Carrey..I loved The Truman Show and Eternal Sunshine but I can live without his “bouncing off the walls” movies. I’m kinda done with Will Farrell, too.
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
12:20 pm
Roddy…I got here on one click when i got back on man.Thanks dude.
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kelly&carriefan
January 5th, 2009
12:25 pm
Aw, I hear ya, D. I cried like a baby…but blamed it on my allergies. Ha. News: the lyrics for Kelly’s new single, My Life Would Suck Without You. (It’s such a tease!) http://www.popeater.com/music/article/kelly-clarkson-shares-new-singles-lyrics/293500
Also, the rumor is her album name is Mascarade. (Hmm…) Yes, I was cheatin’ and reading MJ.
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
12:31 pm
LOL!!! No cheatin’ there, k&cf…Rodney encourages us to read mj. She’s full of info and, for her, it’s a full time job, unlike our Rodney who has a large number of irons in the fire and gives us attention when he can. I like mj’s blog, just don’t like to post there.
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
12:33 pm
And thanks for the link. I’m looking forward to hearing the music that goes with those lyrics.
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JTesla
January 5th, 2009
1:43 pm
Good to hear about the possible local connection. Taylor Hicks… LOL!
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
1:44 pm
Thanks for the links, Rodney. I agree with you about the singers. The first one is just not my favorite kind of singing and the second is very nice.
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
1:46 pm
Is there any way we can get rid of the “Enter Your Comments Here” in the comment box? It’s annoying to have to delete it before typing a comment.
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
2:00 pm
overflowing with newbies…welcome aboard…oh just you connie…LOL!!!!!
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
2:02 pm
Hey all you newbies…you ready to follow the rules?Oh sorry,just you connie from the previous entry..LOL!!!
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
2:03 pm
Roddy,when does the idol season kick off man?
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rho
January 5th, 2009
2:05 pm
MJ is amazing at what she does. And yes, Deirdre, that “enter comment here” is in the box and you have to delete it every time you post. I’m going to ask tech about that… or remind me when the guy who set this up comes back to work. (He’s off today.)
I posted my third blog entry today. Still working my way in. Gotta learn how to embed videos next! And how to link polls!
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
2:15 pm
Hey man the falcons caught fire this year and will do it again the next time they get the chance to play.Matt fryin brians did at a great supper type job leading this team to the championship and all.The cards deserved the title and will enjoy that win as long as the live on this earth.W eneed to do all three meals next year and eat all the desserts offered to us and have funwhats.
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
2:46 pm
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
2:49 pm
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
2:50 pm
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
2:58 pm
You’re doing fine Rodney…take your time. As long as everything is up and running and PERFECT by next Tuesday, we’ll be happy!
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Negativo
January 5th, 2009
3:10 pm
Cool new blog, but I miss having avatars like the version a couple years ago allowed (remember my Phil Donahue and John Belushi?). Real time posting is nice, as it will allow my fans to read my brilliant comments and analysis without annoying delays and interruptions.
Anyway, it’s almost Idol time so all can rejoice knowing the Negmeister will be back prowling the boards more often again.
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
3:15 pm
Negs…good too see u back man…I’m finally back at work this week gearing up for the idol season!!!!!I love blogging from work!!!!!
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Negativo
January 5th, 2009
3:15 pm
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Negativo
January 5th, 2009
3:16 pm
Work and message boards: like peanut butter and jelly
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Negativo
January 5th, 2009
3:17 pm
:blink:
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Woodpappy
January 5th, 2009
3:18 pm
Can’t wait for AI !!!!!!
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Jany
January 5th, 2009
3:18 pm
Flats, you are hilarious!!!! You keep me laughing with your posts, please don’t ever go away….
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Negativo
January 5th, 2009
3:19 pm
Emoticon testing:
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Negativo
January 5th, 2009
3:21 pm
B)
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
3:22 pm
I miss your avatars, too, Neg. They were always so apropos.
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Negativo
January 5th, 2009
3:23 pm
:3
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Negativo
January 5th, 2009
3:25 pm
;^)
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Negativo
January 5th, 2009
3:27 pm
D, can you petition Rodney for avatars and better html? Bet he would listen if you asked.;) Should be easy to do.
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
3:41 pm
Thanks Jany…I love it here on this thang just like the last 3 years..Roddy has provided a place for me to display my talents of masterful posts.I dont iron, i pump idol mania baby!!!!!!!!!!!!GO IDOLWHATS!!!!
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
3:44 pm
I’ll try Neg but Rodney is just learning the system, too. I think avatars will required a more extensive sign in.
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JTesla
January 5th, 2009
3:47 pm
I don’t think that a “more extensive sign in” would be a bad thing.
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
3:48 pm
I love blogging FROM WORK!
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
3:49 pm
LOL JT…Keep some people we dont want on here out of here.
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
3:55 pm
I saw where yall had some more snow heading in they’re.oregons has got some more snowwhats this winter.Did u sled any this year man?
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linny at home
January 5th, 2009
4:08 pm
erg. just got home from the long drive and sort of wish i hadn’t bothered… oh well… as they say, if wishes were horses…
gonna crash a while — already been a long day, so i’ll comment some other time…
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
4:20 pm
Hey roddy….Why ruin it for the rest of us that want to watch the showwhats and see who makes it?I i love idol and what is does to my soul.Spoiler sites are just that…spoil it for the real fans.Keep up the good work and rocking the idol nation.
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FLATS
January 5th, 2009
4:38 pm
Good night all….Let the bed bugs bite all night long!!!!Later crew.
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
4:46 pm
True, JT! Next time I talk to Rodney, I’ll ask him what we can and cannot have on this site.
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JTesla
January 5th, 2009
4:50 pm
Deirdre (and Rodney) I have seen polls mentioned several times, that would be a very nice addition. I can think of a few other things that would be nice too, we’ll have to wait and see on those.
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Deirdre
January 5th, 2009
4:55 pm
I know that Rodney would love to do polling on this site so I’m pretty sure he’s working on that one.
In the meantime, I’m going to give him a couple of days to get back into the swing of things before I start nagging him better than his mother ever could!
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Nana
January 5th, 2009
5:01 pm
Hey Y’all… Didn’t have a chance to post from the office today. I swear it doesn’t pay to take vacation. My desk was covered, plus Mondays are always my payroll processing day, which does take priority.
Yes, 1 week and we can rejoice that AI is baaaack. Can’t wait. To tie me over until then, the Bachelor comes back tonight. WooHoo!!!!!! One of my favorites from last season’s Bachelorette is the new Bachelor. Won’t miss that for sure.
Need to go and fix dinner for hubby, but will check back later……..
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JTesla
January 5th, 2009
9:45 pm
I don’t know how Rodney missed this little Idol tidbit, but Jennifer Love Hewitt is single again! I will be doing my blogging next week from Southern California. I’ll be the one in a tree overlooking her front yard.
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Connie D.
January 6th, 2009
1:25 am
Hey – I’m not exactly a newbie. I like wordpress, so I’m more inclined to post now, especially while the blog is new and they are putting it through it’s paces before the season starts. For years I’ve been reading MJ, Rodney, and Ken Barnes. I used to read Rickey, but a few times he made fun of kids I liked a lot and I got too upset. I think I may be over it now, though. LOL.
Anyway, in the previous post, some folks were talking about movies. I noticed on Mandisa’s myspace blog yesterday that she saw four movies when she came off of tour and reviewed them. She’s pretty funny.
http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=56974104&blogID=461527134
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
7:52 am
Morning!
Connie D. Thanks for the Mandisa link. I can’t guarantee that we won’t make fun of someone you like but, then, I used to like Constantine…you can just imagine the “abuse” I took for that one. And I was one of 2 people on here who thought Katharine McPhee deserved second place. I took a beating on that one, although it was a good-natured beating.
JT…you’ll have to explain to me why Jennifer Love-Hewitt is an ‘Idol tidbit’. If you end up going to SoCal, you’ll also have to beware of a hard charging 24 year old trying to join you on the JLH bandwagon.
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harrietth
January 6th, 2009
8:03 am
Good morning! I survived my first day back at work, although it was tough going. I’m like Nana said yesterday–doesn’t pay to go on vacation! I was glad to have a job to come back to, however.
D, do you know if this is Lost’s last season? Seems like I remember them saying things would be ended satisfactorily at some point. Or, maybe I am wrong. Exactly one week until Idol!!
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
8:11 am
Nana…the Lost producers made a deal with the network about the end of the series. anybody who watches the show knows that it is a continuing story that requires your attention to even small details. The producers felt that it would be cheating the audience to draw out the story to a ridiculous long length. Lost has two seasons left thanks to the deal the producers made with the network.
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
8:12 am
Sorry harrietth…I saw “Nana” in your test and called you that.
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
8:13 am
TEXT not test…I think I need to go back to bed!
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AmyG
January 6th, 2009
8:33 am
Good Morning everyone!
Even though I am a day late, I miss the avatars we used to have and the better HTML. I also liked the other site because we could post our own profiles with pictures (when you have an 8 month old, you love to post pictures :0) )
I hope you all have a really good day.
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harrietth
January 6th, 2009
8:40 am
D, thanks for refreshing my memory. I knew all but when.
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
8:55 am
harrietth..you KNOW I’ll always give you the wordiest possible answer.
Amy!!! What’s the baby’s name?
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Lara
January 6th, 2009
9:07 am
One day down, four more to go! And here I am still playing around here when I should be running budget reports!! Oh wait, that is exactly WHY I am here….
2 more seasons of Lost – woohoo, I do like that show.
Is Wednesday still gonna be joke day until the season starts?
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JTesla
January 6th, 2009
9:25 am
Lara: Wednesday for Idol is joke day, that is when they kick the joke off the show. So it would only be fitting to have some jokes of our own.
Deirdre: JLH is a singer, she is American, and to some she is an Idol. It’s a stretch I know
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
9:45 am
uh huh, JT!
7 days until Idol!!!!!!
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 6th, 2009
10:11 am
Have i mentioned lately that i love you guys? have I? huh?
have i??? well… i DO love you guys (notice i DO l(ove) — i got the blog’s theme in, even in this mushy post (i’m having monday-on-tuesday and am wired on coffee, to boot — no TELLING what i might say!!!)
Rodney at the VERY least we need italics and underline and bold capabilities — when you’re able to, of course ~¿@
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
10:39 am
I just finished my Wii Fit program. I am NOT lovin ANYBODY at the moment!
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Lara
January 6th, 2009
11:05 am
I want a WII!!!!
Well, my musician jokes should still fit into the Idol theme. I just have to remember more.
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
11:09 am
Keep up the jokes, Lara. They always make me laugh.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 6th, 2009
11:27 am
oh. wait. what did i type that changed the font???? i don’t think i did anything different! hmmmmmmm…
Lara – Heroes, Lost, 24, AI — what more could we want??? I’m SO looking forward to Lost! I own seasons 1-3 on DVD, need to get 4… i can go back someday and watch the whole freaking set, bwaaahaaahaaa!! maybe i could figure some of it out then…. i do love that show! (thanks to Deirdre for getting me totally hooked…) Want to buy the whole Heroes series too, same deal…to watch from the beginning and maybe figure some of it out, LOL!
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 6th, 2009
11:30 am
Hmmm did it again! And AmyG — hard to believe your kiddo is 8 months old!!!! if you still have emails, send pics!!! Harmony, how’s li’l Asa? and someone else was about to be a grandparent or a parent… anyway…
later gang, back to the ol’ salt mines!
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JTesla
January 6th, 2009
11:30 am
Linny, and here I thought it was just me. You broke the blog!
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
11:32 am
Those of us who have been following Battlestar Gallactica are looking forward to its final 9(or10, I’ve heard both) episodes which also begin this month. FRAK!!!!
linny…I didn’t see any font change.
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
11:34 am
War Eagle had his first grandchild this past year, I believe. (I’m going to need to keep a notebook soon)
JT? Your font changed too? Why didn’t my font change?
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 6th, 2009
12:09 pm
and i don’t see where JT’s changed, but did see a line in one of Lara’s that looked different…
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KPH
January 6th, 2009
1:22 pm
Afternoon everyone. My first day back at work today from vacation and I am hatin it! Just a few more hours though and I will get back home to my honey pumpkin lover and my hearts delight! Only one week before I start arguing with my TV and getting strange looks from my dogs for doing so. Hope everyone had a nice Christmas and a Happy New Year !
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John
January 6th, 2009
1:37 pm
TOO ALL OF YOU, GET A LIFE DORKS!
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
1:38 pm
Hey KPH! I’m not sure but I think “honey pumpkin lover and my hearts delight” Might be too much information!
In 1 week, my hubby will start a regular regimen of walking out of the room in disgust. Much like I do when he decides that a Gene Autry movie is the only thing to watch on tv.
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
1:39 pm
Thanks John!
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KPH
January 6th, 2009
1:41 pm
Just listened to a couple of tunes from both the girls from Atlanta and will have to hear more but my first impression is no winner from the ATL this season.
I hope I am wrong though.
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
1:43 pm
Yeah…I wasn’t all that impressed with the Atlanta ladies either.
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Harmony
January 6th, 2009
1:48 pm
Dear John, we all have a real life, we choose to spend our time here!!!
Asa is fine ( still perfect as far as I’m concerned) War Eagle’s grandson was born at the end of August, still don’t know his name.
I watched True Beauty last night, talk about some conceited people!!!
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Harmony
January 6th, 2009
1:51 pm
And John, you spelled to wrong!
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KPH
January 6th, 2009
1:52 pm
LOL! I always wanted to be a dork Deirdre. You as well huh? LOL! Has school started back yet or are we on the front page? It seems someone left the door unlocked and a warped minded child got in.
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
1:54 pm
We’re on the front page. No surprise there…but it’s always interesting to see who pops in.
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Harmony
January 6th, 2009
1:58 pm
I do believe the drought is over in my neck of the woods, so if all the rain wants to go to Lake Lanier .that will be fine!
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Harmony
January 6th, 2009
2:00 pm
Later!
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JTesla
January 6th, 2009
2:00 pm
Harmony, I watched the first 20 minutes of True Beauty last night, I’ll watch the rest tonight. So far I had a good laugh, nothing beats seeing a bunch of prima donnas doused with chocolate.
Dork out.
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
2:27 pm
O my Lord…the sun is shining at my house…excuse me while I go stand in it a spell!
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 6th, 2009
2:54 pm
when you get tired of that sunshine, D, you can send it my way…. talk about “moldy oldy” … no … wait… that’s what hubby calls the 45s he records to CD to listen to (yes, i said “45s”…) fun stuff!!!
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Lara
January 6th, 2009
3:50 pm
Linny – have you watched Leverage yet? There is another good one to add to your list. It stars Timothy Hutton, and I think it is on TNT. It is a group of thieves that band together with a common goal and end up helping people – kinda a Robin Hood theme.
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harrietth
January 6th, 2009
4:09 pm
Has anyone seen Momma’s Boys? It is hilarious. Not meant to be, but it is, nevertheless. What will they come up with next? And it is a Ryan Seacrest production!
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 6th, 2009
4:30 pm
Lara, yes, and i love it! It’s sort of like a combination, to me, of Mission Impossible (the series, not the movies), the Equalizer (do you remember that one? this guy goes around “righting” wrongs but outside the law, sort of?), with a touch of McGuyver thrown in — i love that things NEVER go exactly as planned, so there is improvisation and stumbles and all to deal with.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 6th, 2009
4:34 pm
my poor DVR gets a workout — b/c hubby works some nights, we have it set up, literally, to record: CSI Miami, CSI NY, CSI, L&O, L&O:SVU, L&O:CI, Without A Trace, Cold Case, Numbers, Criminal Minds, Ghost Whisperer, Leverage, Lost, 24, AI (and such shows), Life on Mars, the Closer, that one that’s about the Marshall and the Witness Protection program (can’t think of the name of it right now), and a few more, LOL!!! Oh yes, re-runs of 7 Days, they’re so much fun. Then he comes home late at night and watches some, i watch some on weekends that i’ve missed, and we start over the next week!!! My biggest trauma these days is when there are THREE shows on at the same time, because it can only record 2 at a time. LOL!!! (my mouth to God’s ears, that this should be my biggest trauma!!! Amen!)
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rho
January 6th, 2009
4:38 pm
New blog entry up people!
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
4:47 pm
Thanks for the info on the show. Phoenix and Kansas City…should be interesting.
And, seriously, we can do without the Sanjaya info!
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AmyG
January 6th, 2009
4:59 pm
Rodney,
I would hate for you to put yourself thru that torture for us.
Hi D-
I am really looking forward to this year – I hope it’s a good one!
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JTesla
January 6th, 2009
5:01 pm
Rodney, never post a picture of Sanjaya again. Ever! Otherwise, thanks for the info.
never ever
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 6th, 2009
5:04 pm
…ever!!
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KPH
January 6th, 2009
5:07 pm
The title to Sanjaya’s book is Dancing To The Music In My Head. I wonder if that is what caused his head to sprout those bushes that he sported on the show ? If so he needs to dance to something else or he may poke someones eye out with one of those hairdo’s !
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JTesla
January 6th, 2009
5:38 pm
The title of his book should have been: “I know you want to punch me in the face”
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Harmony
January 6th, 2009
7:28 pm
I agree-NEVER EVER!!! I’ve watched some of Momma’s boys, I think those three boys should have already cut the apron strings. I think I may watch some Biggest Loser tonight, I want to see the 19 yr. old who is the biggest contestant they have ever had. I wish him sucess, I think he weighs in the 400 range. I will have to quit all these reality shows next week, afterall this is an American Idol Blog.
Catch ya’ll later!
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Harmony
January 6th, 2009
7:31 pm
JTesla, I want spoil True Beauty for you, I’ll just tell you that they all have unbelievable egos!
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Nana
January 6th, 2009
8:22 pm
Hear! Hear! Please no more Sanjaya……….. But thanks Rodney for the rest of your report.
The 13th is getting closer and I’m getting more excited. It would be great if we all could get together before Tuesday and have a Idol party. Wished it was possible.
Hey Harmony, how is grandmother hood? Have you began to spoil little Asa yet? I bet he’s cute as a button. Give him lots of hugs and kisses from your blog friends.
Did anyone watch the Batchelor last night? I fell in love with Jason when he was on the Bachelorette last season. I’m glad he got dumped by DeAnna. Now we Batchelor watchers can see more of him. He is certainly easy on the eyes.
Have to run and take Memory out, so I will catch you guys/gals later.
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Nana
January 6th, 2009
8:50 pm
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Nana
January 6th, 2009
8:52 pm
WooHoo!!! I did it! Finally made a smiley face. Oh yeah, oh yeah, I did it, I did it.
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Nana
January 6th, 2009
9:04 pm
Was so excited about the Batchelor and the smileys that I forgot to tell y’all that Memory had her first visit to the vet today. She is 8 weeks old and weights 14.8 ounces. She sounds small but she has grown in the three weeks that I’ve had her. The vet thinks she will weight between 2-3 pounds full grown, if that. He gave her her first shots. And would you believe that I cried? I felt so stupid for the vet to see me do that.
Later………..Hope you all have a great night.:-)
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GAgirl
January 6th, 2009
9:31 pm
No, No , NO Not Sanjaya
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Willie the One Eyed Wonder Worm
January 6th, 2009
9:48 pm
Ok folks, let’s not get carried away with the smiley faces. It sort of looses the effect when everyone does it just because they can. Thank You
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
9:50 pm
Congrats on the smiley face Nana. Just remember to put a space between it and any other punctuation.
So it’s unanimous….no more Sanjaya!!!!!!!!!
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Deirdre
January 6th, 2009
9:51 pm
Hey Willie…welcome back…I think!
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Willie the One Eyed Wonder Worm
January 6th, 2009
9:53 pm
Seriously?
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JTesla
January 6th, 2009
9:58 pm
Willie!
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Willie the One Eyed Wonder Worm
January 6th, 2009
10:00 pm
JT, how’s it hanging? Thank’s for no smiley.
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Willie the One Eyed Wonder Worm
January 6th, 2009
10:12 pm
Dawn, fats and War Eagle still around?
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linny at home
January 6th, 2009
10:40 pm
Willie!!!!!!!!!!!!
ok no smiley face, how ’bout a wink or two!!!!
thought you’d left us
LOL!
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Harmony
January 6th, 2009
10:42 pm
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Harmony
January 6th, 2009
10:44 pm
Smiley faces
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Harmony
January 6th, 2009
10:48 pm
Nana, I haven’t spoiled Asa too much yet! I don’t want to wear out my welcome! Have you totally spoiled Memory yet?
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Willie the One Eyed Wonder Worm
January 6th, 2009
10:50 pm
Harmony, good to see that you can post a comment without yellow faces.
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January 7th, 2009
1:37 am
[...] Book and EP 1/6: Phoenix, K.C. first audition sites to air next week, Sanjaya is back (no!!!) | American Idol Bl… Here
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
7:47 am
Morning!
What’s up with the post above this one? 1:37am
And Willie, I think War Eagle will be around in the evenings during the season and we haven’t heard from DawnH in quite awhile but she may show up soon.
Were you surprised by your welcome? Please don’t be surprised by the abundance of “yellow faces” We’re like kids playing with a new toy.
Hubby and I are going to see Benjamin Button today.
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FLATS
January 7th, 2009
8:18 am
I really want to be first on this new thang so bad my belly hurts on the inside man.Anywhats,good morning to all out they’re in idol land.This year will be so much fun and joyful.
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harrietth
January 7th, 2009
8:20 am
D, I will be interested in what you think about B Button. I saw it over the holidays, and I commented that it would have been better with another actor playing the title character, but that is just MHO. I will eagerly wait to hear yours.
I think it will be a long season for Willie–smiley faces are surely abounding and not likely to cease. All about a new toy, as you mentioned, D.
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FLATS
January 7th, 2009
8:23 am
good morning H…..Roddy hooked us up on this thang.You’ll love it around here when the season starts and all the newbies swarm the boards.I’ll be good this year and contribute in a great way.
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kelly&carriefan
January 7th, 2009
8:53 am
Hey y’all….
Reading Sanjaya’s book? Rodney, the sacrifices you make for this blog! Yikes.
Nana, Memory sounds adorable! I got my own lil furball at home. She’s 7 weeks now, and her name is Kacey. She’s a Jack-a-Poo. Aren’t puppies the best?
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Lara
January 7th, 2009
8:56 am
Hi peeps!!! They played the first 2 releases from Sanjayah’s cd yesterday – lets just say my ears were hurting for the rest of the day. A book? Are you kidding me? Can we please go back to pretending he never existed????
Q: How many drummers does it take to change a light bulb?
A: Twenty. One to hold the bulb, and nineteen to drink until the room spins.
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Woodpappy
January 7th, 2009
9:05 am
Who the hell is Sanjaya? I’m trying to forget him folks.
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
9:08 am
LOL!!!! Lara!
I’m heading out for a doc appt. About 3 years ago I found an ugly squamous cell cancer on my pale, Irish arm. Since then, I go to the dermatologist every 6 months for a skin check. I highly recommend that, with all the other things we worry about these days, a yearly skin check is a quick and easy way to rest your mind about at least one danger.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 7th, 2009
9:17 am
i think lara must have the Uncle John’s Bathroom Book of Musician Jokes (have any of you seen those Uncle John books….they are HILARIOUS!)
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 7th, 2009
9:34 am
Morning Rodney! Leave it to the sleezebags to figure out a way to use the AI popularity to dupe folks. **head shaking** hopefully most folks will realize it for what it is and burn it!! (or, more correctly, burn the perps and turn the letter in to the postal authorities, LOL)
looking good here, RH!!!! weeeee another new toy! Polls!!!
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 7th, 2009
9:35 am
new thread up….
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Woodpappy
January 7th, 2009
9:37 am
Believe they are both gonna stay !
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 7th, 2009
9:38 am
Kira: Simon’s basis for being able to judge contestants is that he’s ‘discovered’ artists and promotes careers. What in your background gives you an “edge” in judging, and how will it help the show?
how’s that, Rodney?
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JTesla
January 7th, 2009
9:49 am
No questions, but Linny’s is good. The poll function looks good. I have an idea for a poll, but it probably isn’t appropriate
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 7th, 2009
9:53 am
err except i mean “kara” not “kira” — “blushing”
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Mike S
January 7th, 2009
9:55 am
I LIVE!!!!!!!
Like the new format, and I am ready for the new season.
As for me, the last few months have been spent playing with my new grand-daughter and remodeling the house. yeeha.
Today will be spent holding my breath waiting for Stafford and Moreno to announce thier NFL intentions this afternoon. My gut says they are both going to the NFL, but my heart is hoping the fact they are holding a Press Conference together with Coach RIcht at the Bulldog complex is a sign they will stay.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 7th, 2009
10:10 am
Mike!!!!!!! OMG, man it is SO good to “see” your smiling face!!!! You have been sooooooo missed!!!! How “new” is the grand-daughter?!!! You must be so proud!!! I’m beginning to wonder if my 21, 23, and 38 y/o sons will EVER find someone to settle down with and have children! i man never get to BE a grandma!!! actually, right now, that’s ok, i can’t AFFORD grands!!! But truly, it is great to see you!!! I’m definitely looking forward to your investigative reports!!!
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
10:19 am
I’m back…covered with little burned spots from the liquid nitrogen. I’m gonna scare some people at the movie!
More stuff to play with!!!! How often can we vote on the poll? I ask because I’m in favor of 2 of the answers.
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Nana
January 7th, 2009
10:21 am
Good Morning to All!!!!!!!!!
There is going to scams in everything, no matter what it is. The AI scam is no suprise to me. People are just plain smart (or dumb) to be able to create scams. The bad and sad part, is that people actually fall for them. So many, especially seniors, are taken the scams seriously and are getting ripped off big time. But then again, that’s what the scammers hope for. I’m glad to know that Idol is acting on it immediately and hopefully, they can find the ones responsible.
Rodney – You can ask Kara what she hopes to accomplish and where she sees Idol in the future, and what her expertise will be and if she thinks it will help with the ratings that have slightly fallen.
Good luck at the doc today Deirdre.
Willie – good to see you again.
Lara – Memory is precious and a joy to have. She has brought me many hours of laughter in the three weeks that I’ve had her. And Harm – Yes to your question on spoiling her. I have indeed.
Here I am posting and I really have a mountain of work sitting on my desk. Remind never again to take vaction at the end of the year!!!!!
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
10:21 am
And Mike…welcome back! I know we’ve kinda been keeping in touch but, as linny said, it’s great to ’see’ your smiling face back where it belongs!
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harrietth
January 7th, 2009
10:24 am
Hey, MikeS! Welcome back. I have been keeping up with you through others, but echo linny’s welcoming remarks, too.
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FLATS
January 7th, 2009
10:29 am
Mike….ted roof went to auburn man.they’re building something special down they’re.
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JTesla
January 7th, 2009
10:34 am
Mike S, welcome back. I’m looking forward to your performance show insight.
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kelly&carriefan
January 7th, 2009
10:49 am
I too await the Stafford/Moreno press conference. It’s interesting that they’re doing it together. I’m guessing either both stay or both leave? They sure are a dynamic duo. I’d love to see Moreno do another “leap” in Athens. I reeeeeally want them to come back next year, but we shall see.
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Nana
January 7th, 2009
10:58 am
Welcome back MikeS. It’s good to have you back again.
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JTesla
January 7th, 2009
11:57 am
6 days left! Phoenix give us your best and your worst.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 7th, 2009
12:14 pm
I’ve mentioned to you guys how much i have to DVR during the week, LOL… with Lost, 24 and AI starting up, along with the Dance competition…. and me taking on home-typing work, i don’t know how i’ll find time to sleep!!! ah well … life is good, and is going to get better!!! I’m looking forward to AI, because it’s fun for me to watch. I’ve been around musicians/singers/bands all my life — i really enjoy seeing new talent! 6 days seems like an eternity at this point, LOL!!!
lunch! later!
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Justin
January 7th, 2009
12:16 pm
So, I selected yes to that poll, that the show needs new blood, because she looks interesting and seems to have good taste (likes kelly, chris, katharine- my fav.!), only thing is… she seems like she will be the female version of simon. and i can’t say i like that. we only need one simon. and if she’s not that, she’s at least a female randy. she always is talking about how she wants the contestants to really FEEL their songs etc. etc. but i mean come on… so if someone sings something realyl well but doesn’t show enough emotions she’s not gonna give it the credit it deserves? she’ll be tough?
i remember watching her judge syesha’s performances on The One, and she was tough there because syesha did show herself or didn’t show enough feeling or emotion…like when she sang chain of fools… lol and that one confused me cuz that’s an upbeat song, not something you get emotion with..
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 7th, 2009
12:23 pm
Hey Justin!!! welcome back! haven’t seen much of you this off-season– hope you’ll be sticking around and inputting like this every week!
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War Eagle
January 7th, 2009
12:50 pm
Justin, shouldn’t you be in school?
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Woodpappy
January 7th, 2009
1:19 pm
Like I said earlier….Can’t wait for this season to start and read the insight that SOME of the bloggers offer.
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Nana
January 7th, 2009
1:44 pm
Welcome back Justin. Your comments are always in good taste and hope you stick around this season.
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Nana
January 7th, 2009
1:48 pm
Instead of a joke, I will start posting a wisdom quote daily. So, here is my first of the new year:
“The greater your capacity to love, the greater your capacity to feel the pain.”
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Nana
January 7th, 2009
1:49 pm
Oh gosh, I forgot to welcome WE back to the foe, so welcome back WE. How is the new grandbaby?
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Harmony
January 7th, 2009
1:57 pm
War Eagle, we still don’t know your grandson’s name.
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War Eagle
January 7th, 2009
2:19 pm
His name is Braydon and he is doing great.
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Harm
January 7th, 2009
2:23 pm
My latest phishing scam occured yesterday, and it wasn’t the idol one. Mine was from the world famous Nigerians, posing as a FBI agent, I was instructed only to deal with him and to send my money by money order to him. He said I would get my 11 thousand dollar that I inheireted shortly. I said to myself not today sucker , not ever!!! I think he needs to go find someone gullible person, there are plenty out there I suppose!
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Harm
January 7th, 2009
2:25 pm
Thanks WE, My grandson is Asa, I like Braydon.
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Harm
January 7th, 2009
2:40 pm
Knock Knock , anybody home? I feel like I’m all alone here.
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Negativo
January 7th, 2009
2:45 pm
Heads up! Neg drive by coming through…
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Mike S
January 7th, 2009
2:54 pm
!0 minutes until the Stafford-Moreno announcement. ESPN says they are leaving, Scout.com blog says they are staying. This is worse than waiting to see who won AI. LOL
Anyway, my 6 month old granddaughter is named Elizabeth, and she already has PawPaw rapped around her finger. Also, my oldest granddaughter, Gabi, has started singing (she is 6) and while I may be biased, I am going to predict her as the 2020 American Idol.
hehehe
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Harm
January 7th, 2009
2:56 pm
HEY NEG !!!
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Harm
January 7th, 2009
3:01 pm
Congratulations Mike S. We have tons of new grand-babies on this blog this year! Brag away, I’m sure all of us blog grand-parents will be doing our share of bragging, afterall it is a grand-parents right, it is in the Constitution!
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
4:02 pm
War Eagle, congrats on Braydon. Harm…maybe Asa and Braydon will play football together at some great GA school!
And Mike, I already sent you congrats on little Elizabeth…and if Gabi isn’t the next American Idol, I’ll eat my hat.
Justin…welcome back…your comments are always interesting.
I LOVED Ben Button…more on that later.
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Connie D.
January 7th, 2009
6:25 pm
I wonder if Kara Dioguardi has any plans to perform on the finale this season.
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Willie the One Eyed Wonder Worm
January 7th, 2009
6:35 pm
only 3 yellow faces on here today. thanks!
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JTesla
January 7th, 2009
6:47 pm
Connie D.: I hope not. If for no other reason then because they would then have to allow Paula and Randy to perform again. Nothing against Kara, but please keep Paula and Randy behind the judges table.
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
7:48 pm
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
7:56 pm
OK harrietth, here’s my Ben Button review…I’ll do it in a number of parts so as not to annoy Willie too much.
I LOVED it. That being said, I think to fully appreciate the themes, you have to have lived longer than say 45 years.
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
7:58 pm
As far as Mr Pitt’s performance goes…I thought he was perfect for the role…and here’s why. His 7 year old geezer was both afflicted with the miseries of old age and still entraced with the wonders of life the way a 7 year old would be. His slow de-aging was done very well and believably for me. And that moment when we see him in his full youthful gorgeousness might not have worked with another actor.
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
8:02 pm
Why, you ask? Because Brad Pitt looking his best is like the epitome of the beauty of the young. We should nearly gasp when we first see him youthful and energetic. Well, I did, at least.
I must say that I am not a huge Brad Pitt fan. As an actor, he usually falls short of my expectations. But he’s good in this movie, especially when he’s old.
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
8:06 pm
But that begs the question; how can we watch a movie with a superstar and not see the star. Doesn’t the character being portrayed get lost behind the glow of the superstar? Julia Roberts, for example, is hard to see as anybody but Julia Roberts. ANY character she plays will be overshadowed by her Julia Roberts-tude.
I think the best example of this is Tom Cruise. The minute he fired his original manager(who kept him quiet and out of the public eye) and started jumping on Oprah’s sofa, he lost his ability to be anybody other than Tom Cruise.
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Nana
January 7th, 2009
8:06 pm
I may have y’all beat on grandchildren. Grandchildren are wonderful and I wouldn’t trade my six for anything but great grands are even better. In February, I will have my 5th great grandchild. Yep, you read correctly. McCayla Renee will be my 2nd great grandaugher and I have 3 great grandsons. I told my grandson that just because he and his wife are having their 2nd child that he needn’t think I’m getting old. My grandkids are getting old, but not me. They range in age 12 to 28. With my dad still living, my family has 5 living generations. To all you new grandparents, spoil the daylights out of them. I know I did. I let my grands and greats do things that I never allowed my children to do, for example, I would have never let my kids jump on the beds, but the grands and greats did and still do. You spoil them and then send them home. Oh, its great being grandparents.
On to some Idol news. I heard today that Carrie has broken up with her doctor b/f and has been dating a pro hockey player named Mike Fisher. Its said they are really serious about each other and spend all their free time together. I wish them the very best in their relationship. Still wish we could have an idol party. That would be so much fun.
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
8:08 pm
There are exceptions. Jack Nicholson has been nobody but Jack Nicholson for YEARS until The Departed. Then he became as scary a mob boss as I’ve ever seen.
*Harrietth now regrets EVER asking me what I thought of Benjamin Button*
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
8:10 pm
I typed all this over on the wrong thread so I’m copying it to over here.
OK harrietth, here’s my Ben Button review…I’ll do it in a number of parts so as not to annoy Willie too much.
I LOVED it. That being said, I think to fully appreciate the themes, you have to have lived longer than say 45 years.
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
8:12 pm
As far as Mr Pitt’s performance goes…I thought he was perfect for the role…and here’s why. His 7 year old geezer was both afflicted with the miseries of old age and still entraced with the wonders of life the way a 7 year old would be. His slow de-aging was done very well and believably for me. And that moment when we see him in his full youthful gorgeousness might not have worked with another actor.
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
8:12 pm
Why, you ask? Because Brad Pitt looking his best is like the epitome of the beauty of the young. We should nearly gasp when we first see him youthful and energetic. Well, I did, at least.
I must say that I am not a huge Brad Pitt fan. As an actor, he usually falls short of my expectations. But he’s good in this movie, especially when he’s old.
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
8:14 pm
But that begs the question; how can we watch a movie with a superstar and not see the star. Doesn’t the character being portrayed get lost behind the glow of the superstar? Julia Roberts, for example, is hard to see as anybody but Julia Roberts. ANY character she plays will be overshadowed by her Julia Roberts-tude.
I think the best example of this is Tom Cruise. The minute he fired his original manager(who kept him quiet and out of the public eye) and started jumping on Oprah’s sofa, he lost his ability to be anybody other than Tom Cruise.
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
8:15 pm
There are exceptions. Jack Nicholson has been nobody but Jack Nicholson for YEARS until The Departed. Then he became as scary a mob boss as I’ve ever seen.
*Harrietth now regrets EVER asking me what I thought of Benjamin Button*
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
8:18 pm
Sorry…I used to be a teacher…sometimes it comes back to haunt me.
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Nana
January 7th, 2009
8:34 pm
Deirdre, how in heavens name do you get your hubby to go to the movies with you? The last time mine went with me to see a movie was about 20 years ago and we went to see Tom Cruise in Days of Thunder. The only reason he went was b/c it had Nascar in it. If a movie is not western or nascar, hubby will not go. So when I go, I go with my daughters or friends.
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Harm
January 7th, 2009
9:18 pm
Nana, I believe that I will spoil Asa totally rotten. Isn’t that what you are supposed to do with grand children? I like that you get to send them back to their parents when you are done spoiling them.
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Harm
January 7th, 2009
9:21 pm
I almost forgot
smiley face just for Willie!
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War Eagle
January 7th, 2009
9:34 pm
Hey folks, anyone going to be around in the evenings when AI starts back up?
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
9:40 pm
Hey Harm, Nana and WE I’m planning on hanging out here after the show. It’s always fun to hear everyone’s opinions.
Nana, LOL!!! Hubby gets to have all his hobbies as long as he takes me to a movie at least once a month. But we’ll be going to another movie this week because he wants to see Gran Torino.
Harm…we’re just about killing Willie with kindness!
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Harm
January 7th, 2009
9:41 pm
WE , we are hoping to revise the nightshift, alot more of us have popped back in the last week.
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Harm
January 7th, 2009
9:43 pm
Willie-
You know you love 
faces!
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Deirdre
January 7th, 2009
9:46 pm
I have to put my dogs to bed. Sleep well everyone…g’night.
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Harm
January 7th, 2009
9:46 pm
Deirdre, Do you have to hit refresh to see the latest post or do they show up automatically?
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Harm
January 7th, 2009
9:56 pm
I will enter my comments here-it’s annoying having to delete that every time you want to post!
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Harm
January 7th, 2009
9:59 pm
Enter your comments here. I did!
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War Eagle
January 7th, 2009
10:01 pm
It’s still better than what we had Harm.
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Harm
January 7th, 2009
10:02 pm
Enter your comments here- I’m protesting against Enter your comments here. Good night everyone!
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Harm
January 7th, 2009
10:04 pm
Enter your comments here True War Eagle, Good night War, I have to rest up for next weeks nightshift!
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Harm
January 7th, 2009
10:08 pm
Enter your comments here- I’ll co-operate tomorrow with Enter your comments here, I’m just tired and I’m being lazy tonight! I’ll be better after I’ve slept. GOOD NIGHT
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Nana
January 8th, 2009
6:51 am
Good Morning! It’s time to rise and shine and enjoy this wonderful day.
Quote for the day: “Truth is like the sun. You can shut it out for a time, but it’s not going away.”
WE: To answer your question from last night, you know that some of us will be around next Tuesday. I for one will for certain be here. I’m anxious to see what kind of comments will be posted, by the regulars, newbies, and lurkers. Should be an interesting night, and hopefully season.
Harm: Yes, you are most definitely supposed to spoil Asa. That is one of the privileges of being a grandparent.
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Deirdre
January 8th, 2009
7:50 am
Morning!
I just looked at pictures of Carrie Underwood at the People’s Choice Awards over at mj’s. Could that girl BE more beautiful? Wow!
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Nana
January 8th, 2009
8:00 am
D: Carrie is one of the most beautiful people in the entertainment field. IMHO, she beats Martina McBride, Faith Hill and others. She is definitely eye candy.
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kelly&carriefan
January 8th, 2009
8:31 am
Yes, she is…why do y’all think I’m such a fan?
Well, that and she definitely can sing! 
All this talk of grandkids makes me think that I’m the baby of the board, btw. It’s nice. And yay for y’all! I only got to meet one of my Nanas and she left me with some great memories.
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harrietth
January 8th, 2009
8:33 am
Hey, D, thanks for the analysis of Ben Button. You actually echoed my thoughts, albeit mine were more concise! LOL!
What I meant when I said I would have enjoyed it more with another actor playing the lead role was more or less what you concluded when you said it was hard to get past Brad Pitt being Brad Pitt. I couldn’t do it–even in the scenes where he was very old. I kept thinking he was a kid playing with makeup. I thought the movie on the whole was very well done, but I think someone of lesser reknown and sex appeal would have worked better. The other thing is that I do not think his acting was Oscar-worthy. The special effects/makeup folks certainly deserve one, however. Thanks for your great insights on the movie, D!
And, good morning to everyone else, too!
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kelly&carriefan
January 8th, 2009
8:38 am
Oooooh…rumor now is that My Life Would Suck Without You will be heard on radio next Wednesday!
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Lara
January 8th, 2009
8:47 am
You know, I am not sure I like the “description” that the AJC has put on the american Idol Blog – an “obsessive’s guide to the show….” Are we obsessive? ok, maybe a tad – but come on….
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Deirdre
January 8th, 2009
8:50 am
harrietth
Every now and then people have to kick me out of “lecture” mode. I miss standing in front of a classroom and sharing my wealth of knowledge……..:-p~~~~~ 
Looking forward to hearing Kelly’s new one, k&cf. I hear it is similar in tone and rhythm to Since You Been Gone.
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harrietth
January 8th, 2009
8:56 am
I don’t mind, D! I love hearing reasonable and intelligent opinions, and I certainly was looking forward to hearing yours, since we both saw and liked the movie. From what I have discerned here about Seven Pounds, I may skip it now. I do want to see Revolutionary Road. And, as for Kelly, I do wish her well with the new release. I hope it does really well; especially after her struggles to overcome the “Clive” thing.
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Mike S
January 8th, 2009
9:00 am
Well, it is a sad day for Braves fans. Or should I say a really MAD!!! day. GRRRRRR
How in the hell could the Braves be so stupid as to let John Smoltz sign with the Red Sox. I know his arm is a crapshoot, and any contract might be a waste, but it is JOHN FRIGGIN SMOLTZ!!!!! You do not let the face of the franchise for the last 20 years walk because you don’t have the balls to offer him a decent contract.
Oh well, I should look at the bright side, I will save a lot of money by not coming to Atlanta 3-5 times this season for Braves games. Hope you enjoy the empty friggin stadium Frank Wren. I know that tons of fans are planning on sitting out the season now.
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Deirdre
January 8th, 2009
9:04 am
Sorry to hear that, Mike. John Smoltz is the face of the Braves, IMO. I agree that it’s a big mistake.
I also want to add my condolences for Stafford and Moreno walking out the door on the Bulldogs.
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harrietth
January 8th, 2009
9:17 am
Me, too, Mike! It is like they should have a funeral now for the Braves’ season. Hope I am wrong. They should have honored all of the contributions Smoltz has made and just given him whatever it took to keep him. That said, he will go into the Hall of Fame in a Braves cap. So will Glavine and Maddox, no matter where else they played, they had their best years as a Brave.
And, as a college football fan, I was sad to see the two UGA studs leave. We here at SC are losing three key players, not that we were anywhere in the same conversation with the UGA two.
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JTesla
January 8th, 2009
9:22 am
Morning all,
Lara: maybe they were talking about Rodney
kelly&carriefan: thanks for the info on when Kelly’s song will hit the radio.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 8th, 2009
9:42 am
Mike, I’m with you. Hubby has been “boycotting” the Braves for a couple of years now, but Smoltzie? Now **I** am boycotting the Bravos. Sad. Maybe I’ll try to catch a couple of the games in Gwinnett for the farm team but…. at least that will free up my TV time during the baseball season!!!
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Woodpappy
January 8th, 2009
9:46 am
Yes Harrieth and Mike S, the Dawgs are sure gonna miss those two ! Hope that some superstars will develop out of the new ones coming on board.
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Deirdre
January 8th, 2009
9:50 am
Lara…I noticed that, too and just decided that they must be talking about somebody else.
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Mike S
January 8th, 2009
10:11 am
Woodpappy, I am definately excited about the players the Dawgs have coming in. Both Josh Mettenberger and Aaron Murray have already enrolled and will be at Spring Practice. I am sure they will elevate Cox play to a new level just by being there.
Cox may not have the “package” that Stafford has, but he does have one thing you cannot sneeze at — he has never lost a football game where he was the starting QB in his life. He was undefeated in 8th grade and 9th grade JV ball, and then won 3 straight undefeated state championships in High School.
RB will be a fun battle between King, Samuel, Jackson and Washaun Ealey.
Add to that the entire OL returning, all WR except MoMass returning, and the entire Defense returning, and the Dawgs should be ok.
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GAgirl
January 8th, 2009
10:25 am
Morning All…Did anyone notice that DWTS won over AI for the People’s Choice Award last night?
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Deirdre
January 8th, 2009
10:40 am
GAgirl…for those of us on this blog…that’s just SHOCKING!!!!! :-0
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harrietth
January 8th, 2009
11:16 am
I don’t remember seeing any invitation to vote for those awards, so I’d say we didn’t have a chance to vote for Idol.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 8th, 2009
11:32 am
Re the so-called People’s Choice Awards — hubby observed the same thing … OK, so maybe they have to pick the narrowed-down field for a category, whoever “they” are — but … how do the People get to vote? When? Where? Now, don’t get me wrong, i like DWTS but… i’d like a chance to vote, too, LOL!!!
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kelly&carriefan
January 8th, 2009
11:43 am
I believe people voted online at pcavote.com.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 8th, 2009
12:28 pm
ah. well. unless you pay attention to something they announced, the average viewer would probably never catch that, LOL!!! thanks k&cf!!!
and by the way, yes, Carrie is absolutely stunningly beautiful, and not in a plastic kind of way at all — i really admire her!!!
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Lara
January 8th, 2009
12:49 pm
Ok, I am gonna go with the idea that the description was written for Rodney!
My mom just called to tell me we are no longer going to Braves games! The idea of losing a player like that….come on now. First, the organization really needs to focus on obtaining good players in all positions. Second, they really need to make going to a game a little easier – Marta is really a pain and the parking situation is a joke. Third – the concessions? Are you kidding me? This has become a big gripe for me when I heard about the cool stuff they have at other stadiums around the US. Freakin’ lobster rolls? And we have hotdogs or hamburgers and they are not that great either.
Sorry, I will step down from my soapbox….for now.
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Nana
January 8th, 2009
12:53 pm
Trying to get caught up at work and just have a few seconds here. I agree wholeheartly that the Braves management made a HUGE mistake in letting John go. One can’t blame him for leaving when he was offered 2.5 million more for one year. Atlanta offered him 3 mil and he ended up with 5.5 mil. He sure will be missed by the Braves fans.
Okay, my few seconds are up, so I better get back to work on the 1099 tax forms and all the W-2’s. Ain’t work fun?
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Woodpappy
January 8th, 2009
12:53 pm
Mike S, I don’t feel so bad now about the dawgs, since you put the newbies in perspective for me. Thanks
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Harm
January 8th, 2009
1:50 pm
I wish it was next week already as far as TV shows goes. I can take some comfort in getting to watch a new Grey’s tonight!
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harrietth
January 8th, 2009
3:00 pm
I’m only watching the football game tonight. Nothing else better interfere!
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Lara
January 8th, 2009
3:16 pm
Is there a category for favorite artist over 35?
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rho
January 8th, 2009
3:30 pm
New blog entry up!
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KPH
January 8th, 2009
3:42 pm
That is one corny album cover Ms. Clarkston bad song title also. I mean with the sucker in her hand ….Geez! is that creative or silly?
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War Eagle
January 8th, 2009
3:58 pm
I would really like “American Idol” to keep it “AMERICAN” this season.
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harrietth
January 8th, 2009
3:58 pm
But, doesn’t she look amazing?
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JTesla
January 8th, 2009
3:59 pm
What am I looking forward to: several weeks of bad auditions to make me laugh, then when I tire of that, some Hollywood drama, followed by audience voting and the claims that contestant X is destined to win or contestant Y was never given a chance or both? So, I’m basically looking forward to the whole zoo that is Idol.
I gave Jennifer Hudson grief for the obviously photoshoped, and therefore corny, album cover, I have to do the same for Kelly Clarkson. Kelly is a natural beauty, she doesn’t need to be dolled up and airbrushed beyond recognition. With that said, if she were coming over to my place I would ask that she wear that lipstick.
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harrietth
January 8th, 2009
4:02 pm
LOL @ JT!!
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rho
January 8th, 2009
4:24 pm
Jtesla–on target as always!
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kelly&carriefan
January 8th, 2009
4:33 pm
LOL, JT! That’s hysterical. I’d prefer a smile instead of all that crap.
On an unrelated note:
Dear Atlanta Braves,
I quit!
Signed,
Kelly&carriefan
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KPH
January 8th, 2009
4:50 pm
It doesent even look like her it looks more like Carrie with too much makeup on. Kelly&Carriefan I hear ya about Smoltz it just is not right. I dont like Frank Wren I want Schuerholtz back!
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kelly&carriefan
January 8th, 2009
4:54 pm
KPH, agreed. Wren has turned this offseason into a nightmare.
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harrietth
January 8th, 2009
5:09 pm
Bye, everyone. It is late and I’m gonna go out for awhile, then settle in for a last night of college football!
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Deirdre
January 8th, 2009
5:17 pm
Hey everybody. I just got home from spending the day spreading Amdro over fire ant hills in the pasture. I HATE ants!!!!
What am I looking forward to most during this season? To be perfectly honest…the great time we have AFTER the show here on the blog, typing our likes and dislikes, agreeing and agreeing to disagree, listening to hilarious opinions about the truly awful ones and swooning opinions about the really good ones. I enjoy the after-party as much as I enjoy the show. I even take notes during the show so I remember who’s who and who isn’t…….
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KPH
January 8th, 2009
5:18 pm
Right K&C fan. We need someone who can close the deal and he obviously lacks that skill. I hear ya harietth I hate to say it but GO GATORS! (damn that was hard) represent the SEC well young men!
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rho
January 8th, 2009
5:21 pm
Plug ins to enable me to embed video may not be ready til the end of next week at the earliest. Our developers are busy launching something else and don’t have time. Wish I could just do it myself!
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linny@home
January 8th, 2009
6:21 pm
Rodney — so just who do they think **THEY** are, anyway!!!! Don’t they know we’re the most important, vibrant, personable, friendly, successful, enjoyable, um … sexy? … people in town? or out!?! Hmph. Indeed, just WHO do they think THEY are!!!!
seriously, this is so much better than the bog before that even waiting for videos won’t be SO bad!!!
obsessed? naaaaaah. just very very involved, right????
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Songluvr
January 8th, 2009
9:56 pm
Hey people! This is my first pop-in this year, and I feel kinda lost. Could someone summarize for me the changes here pleeze? Hope everybody’s doing well!
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JTesla
January 8th, 2009
10:28 pm
Welcome back Songluvr. The changes are a week old, so you didn’t miss much. Same crazy people, new and improved blog that is still improving.
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JTesla
January 8th, 2009
10:30 pm
New item for the wish list: a way to edit your post.
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Harm
January 8th, 2009
10:38 pm
Hey Songluvr!!! Welcome Back!!! I’ll leave the summarizing to someone who knows whay they are talking about! All I know is that this post much faster and you have to delete Enter your comments here everytime you post! We also use alot of smiley faces
Mike S. War Eagle and myself are grandparents. I have a 9 day old grandson, Nana has a little itty bitty poodle named Memory ( there is a bittersweet story to go along with the new puppy)
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Harm
January 8th, 2009
10:42 pm
Songluvr, we hope you are planning on attending the nightshift next week.
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Songluvr
January 8th, 2009
11:42 pm
Hey – Thanks for the info, JT and Harmony. Great to see familiar faces. ; ) Soooo, speaking of faces, how do we do that here? (I just tried, but I doubt it worked.)
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Songluvr
January 8th, 2009
11:43 pm
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Nana
January 9th, 2009
7:21 am
Good Morning. We finally made it to Friday and I for one, am sooooo happy about it. This has been a week from he**!
Today’s quote: “Anticipate the alternatives, and prepare for anything.”
First let me give a welcome back to Songluvr. Glad you let us know that you are still around and hope you stay to add your thoughts.
Kelly’s cover………….hummm – not to sure I care for it. If any of you remember Tanya Tucker, Kelly’s picture looks alot like Tanya at an earlier age.
What am I looking forward to this season? That the mosh pit is gone, Randy uses Dawg less, Paula doesn’t act like so ????????? (can’t think of a good word here), less bickering between Ryan & Simon, to not hear the phrases “sounds like karaoke”, “You should do good on a cruise ship”, and less of Simon touching Paula. The main thing I would like to see is more of the contestants and the entertainment they will offer the public. Oh, and of course the biggie: Ryan not dragging out the names and making us all sweat over who is staying or going. That really gets on my last nerve. He can draaaaaag the results longer than anyone I know of.
As like Deirdre, from the get go I keep a written record of the contestants and make my notes on each one. I even give them a score! Now how crazy is that?
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Anne
January 9th, 2009
7:27 am
Mornin everybody! It’s Friday – whoo hoo!!! Last nite, I watched the rerun of AI from last year that was on Fox Reality. David Cook did Billy Jean and it reminded me that this was the week I really became a DC fan (instead of MJ)! Just before he started singing this last year, I’d walked into the kitchen coz I didn’t really like him…then heard this start….thought “ok, not bad”…then heard him take off on the middle of the song and ran back into the living room, just stood there w/ my mouth open! WOW!!!!! From that point on, it was Cookie for me all the way. I thought it was cool, the way all 3 judges said he “might” just make it to the top. Had to smile at that one last nite
Can’t wait to see what we’ll get this year!
Everybody have a great weekend!
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Deirdre
January 9th, 2009
8:04 am
Morning!
Songluvr!!! Welcome back. Hope to hear from you a lot this season.
Anne, thanks for the memories! I think it was Billie Jean that finally got my attention, too. But that didn’t stop me from still wishing Michael had gone further. I haven’t been watching Fox Reality’s recap of last season. Poor hubby had to put up with me watching it the first time around!
He is(as you might guess) NOT a fan of Idol
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Deirdre
January 9th, 2009
8:20 am
For those interested, mj has a snippet of Kelly Clarkson’s new song. Scroll down to Kelly’s picture.
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harrietth
January 9th, 2009
8:37 am
Good morning all! D, which blog is MJ’s? I can’t find it, or do not know what I am looking at.
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Lara
January 9th, 2009
8:38 am
I always find it kinda interesting to look back at what the judges have to say after we know who the winner is.
Oh, good morning fellow blogsters! TGIF!!!
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Deirdre
January 9th, 2009
8:54 am
harrietth, its mjsbigblog.com. That should get you there. Just scroll down the first page and you’ll see Kelly’s picture.
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Deirdre
January 9th, 2009
8:56 am
Lara…have you noticed that they changed the description of the blog? We’re no longer obsessive. Little do they know!
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harrietth
January 9th, 2009
9:06 am
I like it! I really like Kelly’s new song. Thanks, D.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 9th, 2009
9:19 am
Mornin’ all. Songlvr it is SO good to see you back! I see you figured it out on the smileys … they can’t be next to other punctuation, and the : and ) or : and – and ) all have to be typed in a group… unfortunately we only seem to have smiles, winks, and frowns at this point:
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kelly&carriefan
January 9th, 2009
9:43 am
Hey y’all! TGIF! And even better…Kelly album cover and a snippet! This is such a tease. I can’t wait to hear the song in full because that snippet sort of drowns her voice. I would hope that doesn’t happen the whole song ’cause she can sing as we know.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 9th, 2009
10:35 am
Oh and I guess it would be fair to say in response to Rodney … I’m looking forward to a new batch of talent, some great, some not-so … I’m looking forward to the blog entries here and elsewhere with honest, straightforward and yet respectful opinions — i’m REALLY looking forward to our after-show posts, because with this format it will be more like a conversation in our crowded little room… one can almost hear the clink of glasses in toast to great talent, the moans in response to some of the losers that will inevitably be there … and the sighs and moans in response to the again inevitable bickering between Simon and Ryan, the picking of Simon on Paula, and Randy’s “dude…dawg…pitchy…man” repetitions! Like Nana, I really would love a way for us to get together somewhere (they have sports bars with tons of TVs…. someone somewhere should have an American Idol Tuesday and Wednesday Bar with tons of TVs, nice speakers to listen to the auditions and competition… and plenty of camaraderie !!!
ah well, i guess the virtual version will have to do for now — i’ll bring the virtual wine if someone else will provide the virtual beer and the virtual chips and snacks!!!
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harrietth
January 9th, 2009
10:53 am
Well, linny, I guess the next best thing is if we each bring our own beer, wine, vodka(in my case
), and snacks, then propose our toasts via the blog! I plan to be a part of the after-party this year. With the new format, even my slow dial-up system at home should respond quickly enough for me to dive in. I have already told my “friend” with whom I share sports on tv lots of nights, that Idol nights are no longer in the picture. I don’t want to have to worry about being rude while on my computer. 
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harrietth
January 9th, 2009
10:54 am
Oops. smiley face too close to the parenthesis.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 9th, 2009
11:11 am
RODNEY! Did you get to do the interview with Kara? Looking forward to any responses/reactions you might have gleaned (or heard)…
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Negativo
January 9th, 2009
11:22 am
This will be a great year for Idol. No more of that hideously boring, phony, self-righteous Idol Gives Back crap; a new judge to provide freshness to the tired, stale, predictable cast; bringing back the Wild Card for a fun twist in format; last year’s fantastic finale, and the early success of Idol winner David Cook compared to duds like Taylor and Jordin, adds a jolt of legitimacy back to the show’s brand again, too.
Finally, in a bad economy anxious people are looking for fun and levity to turn to for entertainment instead of heavy dramas, so Idol should be perfectly positioned for a great season. The Negster has spoken.
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rho
January 9th, 2009
11:26 am
Kara DioGuardi interview blog entry up!
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Deirdre
January 9th, 2009
11:32 am
I’m thinking the Negster is probably right!
linny speaks and Rodney jumps!
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Deirdre
January 9th, 2009
11:37 am
Thanks Rodney…and I liked your question!
I’m hoping she forces Paula and Randy to pick up their game. They were never very good at constructive criticism(IMO Paula is better at it than Randy…when it’s coherent). Starting season 8, the 3 original judges are not nearly as sharp as they were starting season 2…and who can blame them. Something needed to happened to get them sitting up straight again. Kara may provide just that incentive.
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JTesla
January 9th, 2009
12:07 pm
Thanks for the interview. I find it funny that you point out the fact that she can sing. It’s too bad that the ability to sing hasn’t seemed to help Paula with her judging. It should be a good year for judge watching.
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Negativo
January 9th, 2009
12:23 pm
Paula can sing, JT?
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JTesla
January 9th, 2009
12:34 pm
I remember something about that when I was younger, actually I think I just watched her videos with the sound muted and daydreamed. Although some of those daydreams turned into nightmares when Arsenio Hall and that animated cat showed up. What was up with that?
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rho
January 9th, 2009
12:48 pm
I’ll believe Paula can “sing” if she does so live on “Idol.” And she never has. Back in season one, the contestants tried to goad her to sing but she refused. Nobody has tried since.
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Nana
January 9th, 2009
1:38 pm
Thank you Rodney for the report on Kara’s interview. We appreciate it, as always.
Kara should make Idol really interesting this season. She sounds as if she has her head screwed on right. I honestly feel she will enhance the quality of AI. I don’t think anyone will be able to pull the wool over her eyes. She is gonna be a very tough cookie to crumble.
Paula can actually sing quite well. If I remember correctly she has had number one hits waaaay back when she first came on the scene.
linny, what we should do is this: Tuesday night at about 7:45pm we should all sit at our computers and tell each other what we have for snacks and drinks and once we have all stated that, then count 1,2,3, and at the same time shout “lets party”. That will probably be the closes to us all getting together.
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KPH
January 9th, 2009
1:47 pm
Didnt Paula do a song on Idlol last season with Randy playing bass? It looked to me as if she was lip syncing however.
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JTesla
January 9th, 2009
1:55 pm
KPH: that will go down as one of the cheesiest moments in Idol history. If I remember right it was a canned performance, having been shot in advance. Maybe someone who hasn’t tried to erase that event from their mind, as I have, can provide more insight. Oh and I think Randy was playing air bass.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 9th, 2009
2:22 pm
i owe you for that one, D, LOL!
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 9th, 2009
2:39 pm
JT – it was definitely a “canned” performance, and Paula more danced than sang, and even that was so … so … um …. er …. stilted? is that an ok word? it was NOT entertaining or enjoyable to me at **ALL**… but of course, I’m sure someone out there loved it, yanno?
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Justin
January 9th, 2009
3:14 pm
My thoughts exactly. I always thought about that- that each Idol winner is different. it seems like each falls into a certain category… so it makes sense that each season from now on will fall in one as well.
Season one we have the “all american girl” who became a huge recording artist
season 2: black male R&B singer
season 3: black female singer
season 4: country
Season 5: white male soul
season 6: teen pop artist
season 7: rocker
season 8: ?
so who’s next, folk singer? teen male pop? or just a good male singer, or a big powerful black singer….. i get a strange lil’ vibe that the top 12 this year will once again contain no “large” black female singers. dunno why… but we’ll see!
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achin4aiken
January 9th, 2009
3:14 pm
Enter your comments here Anything will improve the mix. I’m so tired of Paula’s constant left-handed praise of a truly lousy performance and Randy’s consistant and undetermined non-critique of “I don’t know, Dog; it was just alright (or didn’t work) for me.” It is Randy that has gotten on my nerves more than Paula because he never says anything. Paula has at least tried on most occasions to offer some actual advice. Simon is of course my fav. Even when he is hidious, he is usually on target.
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achin4aiken
January 9th, 2009
3:16 pm
Why does that “Enter your comments here” not automatically go away? I am entering a comment. Duh.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 9th, 2009
3:41 pm
LOL!! A4A, we’ve been griping about *that* one since day 1 (since it’s just a week, and Rodney’s been working hard on this, I shouldn’t complain tooooooo much! It will be great when the powers that control the wordpress format get Rodney’s blog all spiffied up!!!!! but … this is soooooo much better than the bogged-down blog!
and A4A — good to see you — and i totally agree about Randy’s comments — i thought if i heard the words “dude” “dog” “pitchy” and “a’ight” (all right?) one more time i’d scream!!!
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rho
January 9th, 2009
3:49 pm
I’ve asked the tech folks about taking the “enter your comment here” deal away and also allow me to have my name and email automatically show up once I type it in once. I haven’t heard back yet. And yes—good to see you again A4A!!!!
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harrietth
January 9th, 2009
5:20 pm
Bye everyone. Gone for the day.
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Nana
January 9th, 2009
7:39 pm
A4A good to see you back again!!!! Looks like we are geting alot of the old faces back on here again. We should have a good time this year with the old faces and the newbies.
In my post of 1:38. I don’t know where my mind was but my English was not up to par. I should have said “that will probably be as close as we can get getting together” and NOT what I typed. I assure you that I did pass English with straight A’s.
(-:
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Nana
January 9th, 2009
9:56 pm
I just read this week’s People and there werre two articles that I thought y’all would find interesting. The first was the December 31st wedding of Season 6’s Gina Glocksen. Phil Stacey helped her now husband plan the onstage proposal. Her bridesmaids were Jordin Sparks and Haley Scarnato. For the couple’s first dance, Jordin sung the Beatles “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” and Gina did a duet with Jordin “Livin on a Prayer.” There is a very nice picture of the happy couple with the article.
The 2nd article has to do with DWTS: Maksim and Karina Smirnoff have announced their engagement. Max popped the question to Karina on New Year’s eve in Las Vegas at the Wynn Hotel. Again there is a very good picture of the happy couple.
Best wishes to both couples and may their lives be filled with love and happiness.
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linny@home
January 10th, 2009
1:25 am
Oh. Wait. She actually said “the way Maroon 5 is soulful”. double triple quadruple G*R*O*A*N. Maroon 5 is boooooooooring! So if that is what she likes… um… well let’s just say i’ll be disagreeing with her if she thinks ANYthing positive about the sound of Maroon 5. Sorry guys. Just telling it like it is. Or… if that is the way most of the men sound this year on AI, i’ll DEFINITELY be going for a female! ugh. ugh-ugh-ugh-U*G*H — I’ve SEEN Maroon 5 live (Ga Theatre in Athens) and found them to be …. well, i’ll just say i do NOT think they are particularly “talented”.
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Deirdre
January 10th, 2009
7:57 am
linny…don’t hold back, hon…tell us how you really feel about Maroon 5.
I actually like a couple of their songs. My kid met them while he was working for a local radio station. He says the guys in the band are great but the lead sing is a real…..well, I can’t use the word he did but, suffice it to say that he wasn’t fond of the gentleman.
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Deirdre
January 10th, 2009
11:05 am
A quote from Kelly Clarkson:
“! we decided the cover of the album and just in case you haven’t seen it i’ll post it! it’s very colorful and they have definitely photo-shopped the crap out of me but i don’t care haha! whoever she is, she looks great ha! i’ve had so much fun with this album i really hope y’all dig it woohooooooooooo!!!!”
If Jen Hudson had taken this attitude, she wouldn’t have had to face so many questions on the subject.
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Deirdre
January 10th, 2009
11:06 am
Yes! I KNOW it’s Saturday!
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JTesla
January 10th, 2009
11:54 am
Thanks Deirdre, that is reason #252 as to why I like Kelly Clarkson.
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Mike D
January 10th, 2009
12:50 pm
Idol sucks. Most of the contestants sound no better than a bag of dying kittens.
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Nana
January 10th, 2009
3:40 pm
I guess we have one lurker who doesn’t care for AI. The sentence was really uncalled for. I assume he doesn’t like kittens as well.
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linny@home
January 10th, 2009
3:55 pm
LOL! D — hubby working at the Ga Theatre said much the same as far as the *ahem* personnel of M-5 is concerned. I can’t help it tho…i just find their stuff soooo repetitive and booooooring (picture Joanne Worley with finger at cheek, there) (and if that reference is over your head, you’re way too young, LOL!)
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linny@home
January 10th, 2009
3:56 pm
Nana i always find it rather interesting that some people who profess to absolutely abhor American Idol and all things related will post ON an American Idol blog. Kinda makes you wonder what those folks have to do with their lives, anyway! And I like kittens…. certainly NOT “dying” kittens, but i LIKE kittens…
’nuff said, eh?
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Josiahshouldhavewon
January 10th, 2009
4:09 pm
Can’t wait for idol, long time lurker here.
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Nana
January 10th, 2009
4:37 pm
right linny……………nuff said
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Rusty Nail
January 10th, 2009
5:54 pm
Is this blog limited to only positive comments about American Idol or can people express any opinion they want to?
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Deirdre
January 10th, 2009
6:04 pm
Josiahshouldhavewon…while I totally disagree with your name…please stop lurking and join in the fun. We’ll try to stay really nice to you for the first couple of days…then get ready for a rumble!!!!!
Rusty…if you’ve been reading this blog at all, you’d KNOW that negativity is allowed….but that doesn’t mean we will agree with you. We’ve spent a great deal of time on here looking for ways to improve the show and that involves quite a bit of complaining about stuff(mosh pits, for example…what were they thinking)
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Deirdre
January 10th, 2009
6:07 pm
And let’s give Mike D his due. Some of the contestants HAVE sounded pretty bad…I would have used a different way to describe it but…each to his own.
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kelly&carriefan
January 10th, 2009
6:40 pm
See, yet another reason for my username…Kelly is one of the most honest people out there. Hilarious answer to the cover! Love it.
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Deirdre
January 10th, 2009
7:45 pm
I copied that one just for you, k&cf!
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linny@home
January 10th, 2009
7:45 pm
Oh lordy! If we were limited to positive comments about American Idol all of us would have been banned a lonnnnnnnnnnnnnng time ago!!! LOL!!! No… but we do try to at least give intelligent commentary based on our OWN opinions about things both good and bad, horrible and excellent! And yes, there HAVE been some contestants who fortunately did not make it to the top levels of competition — well — there HAVE been a couple that I would not personally have put through to the finals, but made it anyway — but usually they are either voted off fairly quickly, or they are SO controversial/quirky/individual/weird (or any other adjective you wish to insert) that they stay around for a while until the competition gets reeeeealllllly serious and are finally voted off — sort of like Cloris Leachman on DWTS.
That’s the other thing, Rusty — we also comment on other competitions, and in fact even during the week when it’s not right after the show — or the day of the show — we talk about Lost, Heroes, ER, Grey’s, DH, 24, and other shows. Tuesdays and Wednesdays are pretty focused on AI, of course.
But back to your question, we WELCOME controversial opinions. However, sometimes we get people who just want to name-call, harass, or push buttons — not in a conversational way, but to arouse anger, ire, irritation and the like. Disrespect is not appreciated by anyone here, and we like to TRY not to make the comments personal against other bloggers. However, there WILL be name-calling and the like, because no matter how carefully we word things, there will always be someone who takes it personal and gets all huffy and puffy about things. We try to calm those folks down and invite them to have discourse with us in a respectful manner.
It works, largely, because MOST of those who post here, and a lot of lurkers who pop in occasionally, actually DO try to show respect for others. Nothing wrong with differing opinions…and heated discussions even about those opinions… Just no need for name-calling and insults, right?
OK, i’ve soapboxed enough for one day…. catch you guys later … and welcome to Josiah…, Rusty, and even MikeD … please stick around and join us especially on Tuesday nights and Wednesdays (and thursday for reactions to vote-offs once the season really kicks in)
peace!
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linny@home
January 10th, 2009
7:49 pm
Oh, i doooooo love this instant posting thing!!!! LOL!!! see you guys, i have to get back to my typing (that i get paid for, that is)
later!
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Justin
January 10th, 2009
8:39 pm
Is it just me or is the extreme pimping of the guys getting a bit annoying?
And adding a random side-comment… Rickey from rickey.org is the most immature blogger I’ve ever encountered on the internet.
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JTesla
January 10th, 2009
9:00 pm
Happens every year Justin, last year we were told that the women were strong. We all know how that turned out.
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Deirdre
January 10th, 2009
9:13 pm
Get used to the pimping. It creates controversy and therefore, will never end.
And Justin…if it’s the same Rickey who throws cryptic “i know everything” messages out on the Idol forums then yes…that is definitely one immature blogger.
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linny@home
January 10th, 2009
10:19 pm
LOL – hey Justin! You pegged it, about the pimping! But like D says, get used to it. I had to grit my teeth last year, LOL!
I’m working on this typing stuff and took a break — this beautiful people show was on in the living room (no one watching, tv was just “on”) so i stopped. this one girl says she just got a degree in biology. Then she’s complementing this guy with big muscles, touches his arm and says “i don’t know what this is called but looking goooood”
Now. A biology major who doesn’t know what a bicep is? Hellooooooooooo? I just was laughing so hard i couldn’t stand up. Had to leave the room quick. what a show this must be….don’t think i’ll be watching, LOL!!!
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JTesla
January 10th, 2009
11:20 pm
Linny, that show is awesome. It’s fun to laugh at conceited people.
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Justin
January 11th, 2009
12:51 am
haha probably not the same blogger your thinking of…go to rickey.org and look…….. he’s really weird too
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JTesla
January 11th, 2009
1:19 am
Hey Justin, did this guy come over and pee in your pool or something? Weird yes, but the most immature blogger you’ve encountered? Remember your friends at AJC before you go start handing out titles.
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Kara DioGuardi: New Judge for American Idol Season 8 | American Idol Fan Site | Who got voted off American Idol
January 11th, 2009
2:23 am
[...] Here is what DioGuardi had to say in a recent interview: [...]
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linny@home
January 11th, 2009
11:13 am
As nice as it is to have a link to other AI sites, is this the way to do it? Or…RODNEY…. is this legit? Just curious … it LOOKS like someone took their URL and put it in as their name… to get folks to go to that website, which gives them a “hit” and makes them look good.
Or am i just missing something?
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JTesla
January 11th, 2009
11:35 am
It is the same concept as some of the spammers we saw last year: suntan lotion and male enhancement are two that I can think of. This one just appears to be more Idol orientated. I think the thing that I would ask is can a limit be placed on the name length? The fewer things people can abuse, the fewer things they will abuse.
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JTesla
January 11th, 2009
11:37 am
It looks like they fixed the “Enter your comments here” issue. Thanks Rodney.
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Deirdre
January 11th, 2009
1:46 pm
Enter your comments here Test
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Deirdre
January 11th, 2009
1:49 pm
Not for me.
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Josiahshouldhavewon
January 11th, 2009
2:03 pm
Thanks for the welcome. I have no dpubt that if Josiah had made the cut, he would be the American Idol. His music style is like no other.
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Deirdre
January 11th, 2009
2:17 pm
Hey Jshw(short for Josiahshouldahavewon) Welcome! I won’t get on you(yet) about Josiah’s issues. We’ll leave that until we know each other better.
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Deirdre
January 11th, 2009
2:19 pm
OK…the “enter your comment here” is solved on Internet Explorer but not on Firefox. At least its a start!
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JTesla
January 11th, 2009
2:50 pm
IE > Firefox
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Deirdre
January 11th, 2009
2:59 pm
Excellent!!! Now its solved on Firefox!!!
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Justin
January 11th, 2009
4:30 pm
No.. lol the Rickey guy is the actual site runner… reason why its called rickey.org
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JSHW
January 11th, 2009
4:34 pm
I like jshw, thanks Deidre. I can’t wait til we get some new music from him. I hope he shows his musical ability by writing and producing his own stuff. He reminds me of a young John Lenon, and I truly believe he will change the world with his music.
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JTesla
January 11th, 2009
4:35 pm
Welcome to the blog JSHW.
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War Eagle
January 11th, 2009
5:22 pm
Sounds like JSHW has a few screws loose. Should fit in here nicely.
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Deirdre
January 11th, 2009
5:45 pm
I was thinking along similar lines, WE!
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JSHW
January 11th, 2009
6:55 pm
I am not a Josiah fanatic, I just truly believe he got a raw deal on Idol. When you play an instrument, you can hear how your sound should be. He got so much grief for dismissing a lame band. I bet more would love him if he had been just given the chance to show his talent.
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JSHW
January 11th, 2009
6:56 pm
thanks Jtesla
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Deirdre
January 11th, 2009
6:59 pm
Josiah’s problem was never the music. He’s very good. Josiah’s problem was what appeared to be a VERY shaky emotional state, which, from his recent interviews is STILL on shaky ground. IMO, Idol was smart not to let him continue. The pressure of the show might have driven him over the edge. Maybe, someday, when he gets some help, he’ll be everything that JSHW hopes he is.
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JSHW
January 11th, 2009
7:14 pm
I don’t think he is emotionally unstable. He is really just misunderstood. Idol wanted to showcase his being homeless and he didn’t dance to their tune, they got p/o’d and set him up for failure. They encouraged him to dismiss the band, but when it was not accepted in a positive way, they distanced them self from it. So he was kicked off by the powers that be, cause they knew America would never be so dumb as to vote him off.
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JTesla
January 11th, 2009
7:29 pm
I don’t know what you all are talking about Josiah changed my life
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War Eagle
January 11th, 2009
7:34 pm
LOL JT. I don’t think Josiah is the only one emotionally unstable.
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rho
January 11th, 2009
8:33 pm
Enter your comment here is still here on Safari, too. The tech folks are doing a big redesign of the main ajc.com so that’s why they haven’t gotten around to my issues here on wordpress. Priorities, priorities! I have a new blog entry up for Monday.
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rho
January 11th, 2009
8:34 pm
Rusty Nail–feel free to talk about Idol any way you want! That’s what I hope to make this blog. Just not be abusive to other bloggers.
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JTesla
January 11th, 2009
8:56 pm
IE > Safari
Thanks for the tech update. Let’s “hope”
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Deirdre
January 11th, 2009
9:27 pm
JSHW I certainly understand why you like Josiah so much but I saw his Hollywood auditions very differently than you did. Rather than ‘dancing to their tune” he insisted on doing things HIS way. And failed miserably. All the other contestants found a way to show their talent while following the judges instructions . This is a television show. It is not HIS television show. Josiah Leming may someday be the biggest thing to happen to music since Elvis Presley but he was asked to perform according to the regulations set for ALL the contestants and he didn’t. They had every right to be “p/o’d”
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JTesla
January 11th, 2009
9:42 pm
Josiah will outsell the Beatles and Elvis Presley… oh and he will discover the cure for the common cold.
Was that a little too much? Sorry, just warming up for the Idol season.
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JTesla
January 11th, 2009
10:59 pm
Thanks for the links. The “I’m sorry to say… you made it” bit that you quoted does make a very good point. The judges doing that when narrowing the group down to the top 24 is the time that it is the most annoying. One whole hour of the judges either crushing someone’s dreams, or pretending to crush their dreams.
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linny@home
January 11th, 2009
11:51 pm
AHA! when you hit the block, the Enter BS disappears, i LOVE that! Thanks Rodney! I know, I know, I’m late commenting — been spending some time with hubby, and have to get in a couple of hours of typing before i crash out, i hope. I dvr’d 24, so please please please, no talkie about 24 till after tomorrow night — i’ll watch tonight’s when i get home from work, just in time to watch the Monday episode!!! 4 hours of 24 — i’ll be wigging out for sure!
~¿@ or …
now that i can do it that way!!!
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Nana
January 12th, 2009
7:01 am
Happy Monday Morning Bloggers. Hope you all had a great weekend and are rested enough to face the week.
Today’s Quote: “Follow what you are genuinely passionate about and let that guide you to your destination.”
I see that over the weekend we had some new faces
and to them I say, “Welcome.” All are welcome as long as respectability to others is present. Since this is an AI blog, your comments and thoughts can be entered. Sometimes comments become a big conversation item and others not so much. There will always be a difference of opinion, but hey, that’s what makes this so interesting. So all you newbies (and lurkers)be ready to comment!!! Join us and see how much fun we have. 
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Nana
January 12th, 2009
7:28 am
I posted my good morning on the previous blog, but again, I will say it, “Happy Monday Morning to All!”
I had read in yesterday’s paper that Fantasia was able to keep her home. I’m glad for her.
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Deirdre
January 12th, 2009
7:43 am
Morning!
Thank you techies for removing fixing the “comment here” thing!
I can’t believe that tomorrow marks the start of the new Idol season! Are we really going to do this again? YES!!!!
And Nana is right…we expect all you lurkers out there to pop in and say hello! Maybe stay awhile. We have west coasters as regulars on this here ole Atlanta blog so don’t be shy or think you won’t fit in! We’ll do our best to help you feel at home. We like healthy disagreements here that do not involve name-calling or disrespect. So if you think I’m an idiot or a beyotch…you could be correct but we’d prefer it if you kept it to yourself!
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rho
January 12th, 2009
8:17 am
Woohoo! The “enter comment here” disappears when I type here in Safari, too. Wow! Someone in tech actually listened to me!
And yes, welcome lurkers and newbies! The door is always open! This is my fifth season doing this blog and the first using wordpress. So be patient as I figure out how to make it all pretty and such…
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Lara
January 12th, 2009
8:27 am
Good morning fellow blogsters. Got to see the Andrew Lloyd Webber episode last night on Fox Reality channel. Man, David Cook is really good! I hope we find someone just as good and interesting this year. I know I am partial to the rockers, but I have an open mind.
When I set it up to record, it was an hour and 2 minutes – totally throwing off my whole recording schedule – anyone else come accross this problem?
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Deirdre
January 12th, 2009
8:34 am
Lara…it happens all the time these days. I think it’s the networks sneaky way of keeping us tuned to them. Grey’s Anatomy almost always goes a minute over.
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Deirdre
January 12th, 2009
9:06 am
I think we should run an “office” pool. during the first show, how long will it take Randy to say “I don’t know, dawg”? I’m in for 8:32 pm!
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 12th, 2009
9:14 am
8:32??? Deirdre you are a beyotch and an idyot … oh… wait i mean … *LAUGHING–IT’S A JOKE!!! (see above)* no… but seriously — do you REALLY think it will take him a whole 32 minutes??? I’m for 8:08. Probably first or second contestant out, imho.
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JTesla
January 12th, 2009
9:16 am
LMAOLOL Choo choo!
8:17 pm
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Deirdre
January 12th, 2009
9:35 am
linny…I figure they have to get through all the intros first, then there’s commercials and they’ll show a good singer, then a really awful singer, then someone who thinks they can sing but just isn’t good enough. That should happen about 8:30, I think!
linny…I’m well aware that I’m a beyotch(kinda proud of it actually) I just don’t think newbies need to acknowledge that until they get to know us better!
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Woodpappy
January 12th, 2009
9:45 am
Guys, I’m gonna say around 8:45pm the “Sorry Dawg” thingy will make its debut for the 09 season ! From the commercials it appears that there might be some really good talent this season. I sure hope so.
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Deirdre
January 12th, 2009
9:54 am
JT…was that “choochoo” the hell train we used to speak of so fondly?
Woodpappy…I think you might win this thing. Now we have to decide what the prize is….Rodney’s first giveaway?
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American Idol Headlines 1/12/09
January 12th, 2009
9:58 am
[...] AJC.com [...]
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Deirdre
January 12th, 2009
10:02 am
We are front page, front and center this morning. I guess that’s not a surprise since the show starts tomorrow. We might find some newbies on the previous thread.
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harrietth
January 12th, 2009
10:13 am
Hi, everyone. I am right in the middle of late admits/advisement and pretty swamped. I will only be peeking in and out today. However, I love your predictions on DAWG today. I will say 8:20 .
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JTesla
January 12th, 2009
10:38 am
Deirdre: no comment.
The first of many front page days. Always entertaining, never the same.
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Deirdre
January 12th, 2009
10:52 am
Did anybody watch the Golden Globes last night? My favorite moment was when Mickey Roarke’s director flipped him the bird!
I thought they had a time delay on live shows!
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harrietth
January 12th, 2009
11:21 am
I saw that, D. It was funny. I think they were having a hard time trying to keep up with the bleeping. I noticed two or three in a row.
On another note, I just heard on the radio that Tony Dungy of the Colts, is saying goodbye to his players as we speak. One of the really good guy coaches.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 12th, 2009
11:28 am
oh no! Poor Tony Dungy. I really liked him at the Bucs, and really admire him. Hopefully someone will snap his azz up quickly!!! I agree, Harriett, one of the TRULY good guy coaches!!!
OMG i don’t know if i can stand the thought of 4 hours of 24 tonight, then AI 2 hours 2 nights in a row!!!! hubby is trying to find “other things” to do because his nights off are tuesday and wednesday — but LAST year he got caught up on the AI stuff with me, bless his heart!!!
ok, back to work — one of my co-workers appears to be about to pop her son out, so i’ll be extra busy for a few weeks…. ah me, life DOES go on!!!
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harrietth
January 12th, 2009
11:33 am
No, linny, he stepped down on his own. He believes there is much life after football and priorities with family.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 12th, 2009
12:16 pm
OH! You can tell i don’t read the sports pages often enough — I have a LOT of respect for Mr. Dungy — Thanks for setting me straight there, H — What he’s been through over the last few years would stretch anyone’s coping mechanisms — I’m glad he is doing this, then, and not having it done TO him!!!
see, lurkers, even **I** make mistakes (coff coff)
~¿@
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Deirdre
January 12th, 2009
12:41 pm
Over at the Idol Forums(a place with as much mis-info as good info)they are already starting ‘Official fan sites” for some of the contestants. I am, apparently, not into Idol as much as some people. Whew!
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harrietth
January 12th, 2009
1:28 pm
D, we are just selective, that’s all. Quality vs quantity and so on.
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Deirdre
January 12th, 2009
1:49 pm
msn.com has put out a list of the most memorable Idols(good or bad, as you’ll see) On the list: Archie, Kellie Pickler, Taylor Hicks, Jennifer Hudson, Bo Bice, Constantine Maroulis, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Sanjaya, Blake Lewis, Katharine McPhee, Ruben Studdard, Melinda Doolittle, Chris Daughtry, Kimberly Locke, Clay Aikein, Michael Johns and Jordin Sparks.
I’m not sure why Jordin is on the list, other than she won…..I can’t remember her much and often just skip over season 6 altogether(except for Melinda). I also think it’s interesting that there are 2 winners not on the list.
If you want to know msn’s reasoning behind these choices, you’ll have to go look yourself…I have no idea how to link stuff on here.
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rho
January 12th, 2009
2:09 pm
While J. Hud tried to hide from the photoshopping of her album cover, Kelly Clarkson owns up to it freely on her blog:
http://iamkelly.wordpress.com/2009/01/09/4-days/
i’m headed to london today for some album promo and i’m so freakin’ excited!! i’m ready for y’all to hear this album! i’m so proud of it!! i think it’s 4 more days and my first single drops at radio and i’m super super pumped!! we decided the cover of the album and just in case you haven’t seen it i’ll post it! it’s very colorful and they have definitely photo-shopped the crap out of me but i don’t care haha! whoever she is, she looks great ha! i’ve had so much fun with this album i really hope y’all dig it woohooooooooooo!!!!
and by the way, i’m now on ‘eclipse’ of the twilight series and so is my mom, my sister and all of my friends …..you could say we’re a bit addicted and all searching for our very own personal ‘edward’ …..and yes, in the most pathetic way possible ha
ooh!! and the soundtrack to the movie ‘twilight’ is awesome! i can’t stop listening to ‘flightless bird, american mouth’! the production is breathtaking!
alright, peace out ….off to london
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Deirdre
January 12th, 2009
2:17 pm
Did anyone else start reading Rodney’s post and think that HE was going to London…or am I the only dimwit here? I DID figure it out by the time I got to “i’m ready for y’all to hear this album”
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JTesla
January 12th, 2009
2:33 pm
Deirdre, you mean Rodney isn’t going to London WITH Kelly Clarkson? And here I was getting all jealous.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 12th, 2009
2:36 pm
no D i did the same thing, had to go back and look at it again, LOL!!!
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JSHW
January 12th, 2009
2:55 pm
Good afternoon, Josiah’s album is due out in March. I can’t wait for the tour.
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JTesla
January 12th, 2009
3:04 pm
I’m starting to tear up already.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 12th, 2009
3:16 pm
JT is that “tear up” or “tear up”?
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JTesla
January 12th, 2009
3:28 pm
Good question. How about… I’m starting to have fluid appearing in or flowing from the eye as the result of emotion?
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Deirdre
January 12th, 2009
3:31 pm
I’m tearing up, too…both ways!!!!!!
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harrietth
January 12th, 2009
4:35 pm
I have had to more or less give it up today. Sooooo busy. I will check in tomorrow morning, but definitely will be part of the night crew tomorrow. Bye for now.
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Justin
January 12th, 2009
4:43 pm
I just kinda realized I’m the only one on here… well almost the only one who actually uses a name….. i don’t get y’alls nicknames lol
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War Eagle
January 12th, 2009
6:13 pm
For some reason I am not as excited about the new season of AI as I usually am. After watching Josiah get treated so unfairly last season, I might not even watch this year. We have already seen the greatest singer-songwriter since John Lennon so why even bother.
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Nana
January 12th, 2009
7:10 pm
Finally, time to read and post!!!! My work load better lighten up pretty darn fast so I participate in the conversation during the day. You know that I will be sitting infront of the computer at home Tuesdays and Wednesdays with AI on the TV.
Justin – you aren’t only one who uses their name. Quite a few on here do. Just didn’t want you to think otherwise.
D, I also thought Rodney was off to London the way he started his comment. I was gonna be jealous of him. Then I read on and discovered that it’s Kelly going. LOL!!!!!!
WE – You’re kidding, aren’t you?
The Batchelor comes on in less than an hour, so I need to get sdome things done. I will be back periodically to see what’s going on here.
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Nana
January 12th, 2009
7:12 pm
Spelling error!!!!!!! I meant to say I need to get SOME things done and not sdome. Sorry bout that.
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Harm
January 12th, 2009
7:12 pm
I want to say Hello to everyone, been busy today, was visiting Asa. JTesla, I will be watching that hilarious show True Beauty! ONE MORE DAY- AMERICAN IDOL
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JTesla
January 12th, 2009
7:45 pm
Justin, we moved to the more recent thread quite a while ago.
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Deirdre
January 12th, 2009
7:51 pm
WE…LOL!!!!!
Hey Harm!
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Mta56
January 12th, 2009
9:39 pm
Another seasson of a boring & outdated show so you mindless idiots have something to wet your pants over!
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JTesla
January 12th, 2009
10:01 pm
It doesn’t take a show for me to wet my pants, but thanks anyways!
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JTesla
January 12th, 2009
10:16 pm
The new blog has a better filter.
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linny@home
January 12th, 2009
10:26 pm
wow. glad now for sure i watched all 4 hours of 24!!!! who was it, Harmony?? that likes 24 also? I’d forgotten JUST how much i loved that show! And i get 24 and AI, along with all my other stuff, and THEN…>THEN…. L*O*S*T …. i think i MIGHT just OD, LOL!!! OK, i’ve seen the first 4 hours of 24, if that wasn’t clear, so *now* we can talk about it….thanks to those who watch who didn’t spoil it for me…. but if there’s anyone who hasn’t yet (who will be watching it this week) say so, so i don’t spoil it for you, LOL!!!
Mta, what I wonder is…what is it YOU do for entertainment? No, I’m serious. AI is a pleasant, sometimes funny, sometimes interesting, always entertaining in some way, show to watch to take my mind OFF the serious issues of the day. Is it earth-shattering? No, never has been. But it’s one of the ways that I relax after a hard day’s work. And after a hard look at the so-called news, which, as we all know, is usually only teasers and half the truth, so that if you really want to be informed, you have to do some serious searching out of the “other side” of the story… And then there’s the serious business of family, finances, home, chores, meals, laundry etc ad nauseum… so begrudge me a couple of hours of pure entertainment if you want to. I, with my graduate professional degree, will STILL take time to relax and enjoy something if i want to. And talk about it with like-minded souls around the country. I also read voraciously, sew, crochet, cook, understand a little bit about auto mechanics (the technology, not the people, LOL!!) and computers, have a second at-home job, have raised three rather successful sons — each in his own way — and have remained married to the same man for almost 40 years. My IQ tests are high enough that I do not worry about being called mindless — i KNOW my mind — do you know yours? I’ve grown food organically, make homemade preserves and other foods, don’t spend too much on frivolity, because most of what i have is spent on my family and home, or on others in need. Let’s see… well at the moment i can’t think of anything else to convince you that, like most of the others here, i am secure in who and what i am, and in what i enjoy. I happen to enjoy American Idol and discussing it with others.
So again I ask — what do YOU do for relaxation and entertainment? Read? Movies? Sports? Socializing? Drinking? Driving? Diving? Skiing? Cruising? Clubbing? Crossword Puzzles? There are so many things — why would you denegrate those who are different in their choices? Why not celebrate that while YOU may not like American Idol, there are those who do. And that’s the beauty and wonder of living in the good ol’ USofA — we have — are ENCOURAGED to have — choices, and the freedom to make those choices!!!
**linny hops down and kicks the soapbox just under the edge of the platform, knowing she’ll probably be pulling it out again sometime soon, as will others with something to say.**
peace out — go find your chillax place and enjoy it!!! you’ll feel so much better!!!
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War Eagle
January 12th, 2009
10:36 pm
Linny, I think that was a good reply but I will let you know for sure after I check my dictionary because you just spoke over my head.
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linny@home
January 12th, 2009
10:40 pm
WE i know that’s not true, LOL. And you know me, i can’t resist, at least once or twice a season, on trying to educate people. I really get tired of the “only stupid [or whatever] people watch American Idol. Actually, i know a LOT of highly educated, intelligent, intuitive, creative, smart, fun, secure people who enjoy the show, LOL… the fun thing is … we don’t diss folks because they’re different from us, but we sure put up with a lot of it from others, yanno? But then, comments like those always show up who’s … well, at least who is APPARENTLY …. mindless!
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Deirdre
January 12th, 2009
11:04 pm
See!!! I KNEW someone was going to call me an idiot!
So tomorrow night…I’ll bring the Depends!
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linny@home
January 12th, 2009
11:23 pm
LOL! D, i do love you, gal! And people think we’re idiots….hmph…. more creativity and wit here than those self-proclaimed critics, eh?
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Ron
January 13th, 2009
4:00 am
The show was worth watching the first season. Second season I watched part of it, basically like watching a rerun except the hobbit was by himself. But, it is over loaded with commercials and now they show all the failures just so they can air more commercials. Have not watched it since.
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
6:51 am
Good Morning Fellow Blogsters. Hope all is well in your world this morning.
Today’s Quote: “Peace is not the absence of war but the presence of justice.”
Don’t ya just love it when someone comes on here and refers to us as “Idiots?” That just makes my day and I can’t help but laugh at the poor soul thinking they know us all so well. linny’s response speakes for all of us sane people and I concur with her wholeheartly.
BTW – welcome Mta56.
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
7:59 am
Morning!
Ron, the last time you watched the show was 6 years ago. Don’t you think it might have changed since then? Well…it hasn’t(much) but we still love it anyway!
I’m ready and very excited! I’m not sure I’m excited enough to wet my pants but…time will tell!
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Lara
January 13th, 2009
8:19 am
Linny – that was me that watches ‘24′ – and last night was a good one. I knew Tony couldn’t be all bad….Looks like it might just be a good season, one worth waiting for.
Good morning fellow blogsters. Tonight is the night…
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
8:22 am
Some interesting tidbits about Hollywood week…don’t read this if you don’t want to know:
Angela Martin makes it to Hollywood…..some of us might remember her from last year as the girl with the very sick child. She was good and rumor has it that she’s improved.
And for Nashville Star fans…a contestant from season 2 of NS, Brent Keith Smith, is also on the Hollywood list.
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harrietth
January 13th, 2009
9:03 am
It’s heeeerrrre! Idol day! Happiness is Idol season! And, after reading some of last night’s posts, I have to comment. It does not take a rocket scientist to glean the level of intelligence among posters here is quite high. I would suppose not everyone might recognize that fact, however.Do we have to be “idiots” to enjoy something so entertaining as American Idol? I think not. Proclivity toward things in pop culture does not preclude a genuine appreciation of fine art, for example. Can one not enjoy a comic book as well as the ballet? So why paint all of us who enjoy American Idol with the “idiot” brush? Not very sound reasoning if you ask me.
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
9:08 am
Most of the people who do drive-by postings(with the exception of Negativo, of course) aren’t here to get into a discussion. They just make their, frequently rude, comment and keep going so no one can “shoot” back at them. Seriously, they’re not worth the effort!
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harrietth
January 13th, 2009
9:13 am
I know you are right, D. I just had to have my say! I am so excited!
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 13th, 2009
9:17 am
Lara! Yes! I’m sorry I was not remembering which of you was a fellow-24ian! It was certain that Tony wasn’t a bad guy — confirmed when he did the “pull up PULL UP” to the airliner, imho. So glad Bill and Chloe are back with Tony — but wondering just WHO will show up next! LOL. And what will Madam President decide?????
ah well — 24’s a week away, and plenty of Idol to soothe my soul (hahaha) in between!!
later gang!
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
9:17 am
That being said,
, drive-by’s sometimes spark a discussion amongst ourselves which can be VERY interesting.
The thing is, I’m not sure I’d still be watching the show if it wasn’t for this blog. Or maybe I’d be watching but not enjoying it as much. I have a lot more fun talking about the singers than actually watching them.
Rodney’s blog has turned American Idol into a social event for me. I enjoy the time we spend chatting after the show so much than I’m pretty sure it’s a major factor in me watching the show.
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 13th, 2009
9:18 am
look, now D’s calling me an idiot! (for responding?) [[DUCK!!]] I’m kidding of course. goodness me i am so glad the season is about to start up! just a few more hours!!!
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Woodpappy
January 13th, 2009
9:25 am
AMEN ladies….You’ve said it better than I could! If we are idiots for enjoying a show, what does it say for Mta joining in on our blog? Anyway, I’m glad its here, (I’ll just have to let my class out a few minutes early tonight) !
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harrietth
January 13th, 2009
9:30 am
All I know is how much being a part of this blog has meant to me. “Meeting” all of you and sharing ideas and conversations has really enriched me. Now, some drive-by may say that if this is so, I don’t have much of a life. Tennyson said “I am a part of all I have met,” and for me that is certainly true here. So, onward to Idol tonight, and the grand social event of the year–blogging together “after-Idol.”
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
9:32 am
Woodpappy…your students are going to love AI!
LOL! linny! I enjoyed reading your piece in response to whatshisname! keep up the good work! And you too, harriethh and Nana. But I also enjoy JT’s and WE’s take on the drive-by as well. Succinct but to the point! Part of what makes this place interesting is the way we stick up for ourselves!
Now…it’s off to a doc appt with mom. I’ll bbl!
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rho
January 13th, 2009
10:04 am
New blog entry up folks!
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 13th, 2009
10:16 am
Nice report, Rodney — we look forward to you “live blogging” !!!! with us????? i may have to watch TV in my computer room (hubby will be happier, and i can blog…this has some merit!) anyway, i liked vonzell, so this was interesting… will be interesting to see what bo and nadia are doing, as well — and … well … federov … ok, interesting to see where he’s at i suppose, LOL
later!
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KPH
January 13th, 2009
10:20 am
WOOOO HOOOO!!!!! IDOL STARTS TONIGHT!!!!! errr…ummm… oh no what’s that running down my legs? Damn my depends is leaking! Hmmmm fells kinda good though my feet arent cold anymore. LOL!
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kelly&carriefan
January 13th, 2009
10:22 am
Hi y’all! Well, I just heard the single…and I can definitely see this getting lots of airplay. Spring, windows down in my car, I’m there! Oh yeah, Idols on tonight too…almost forgot.
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harrietth
January 13th, 2009
10:25 am
Rodney, having you blog with us tonight will be a special treat! Thanks for all you do to make this blog go.
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JTesla
January 13th, 2009
10:30 am
Thanks for all the info, looking forward to Kelly’s song and of course to Idol. By the way, Vonzell really shouldn’t use that photo for any sort of promotion. I won’t say why, but I know it won’t take long for someone to point it out
Rodney: I know you aren’t a big Nadia Turner fan, but some of us liked her back in the day. I’m curious as to what she is doing now.
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
11:19 am
As always Rodney, you’re right on top of things.
Tonight will be exciting, watching AI and posting at the same time. I will have my notebook, pen and glass of tea ready and waiting. Oh, and my fingers on the keyboard. I feel like a kid with a new toy. I’m just so anxious about tonight. Hopefully, there will be no animosity here tonight, just friends enjoying each other’s company and AI.
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Lara
January 13th, 2009
12:21 pm
I think you know what my questions for Bo would be – why aren’t you playing out more often and why not in Atlanta?
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harrietth
January 13th, 2009
12:26 pm
I just read an article called “American Idol,” A Crash Course on MSNBC.com It is under the entertainment column and very interesting. They talk about such things as the fact that the performance clips at the end of each show are pre-taped from earlier and are not a repeat of the live performance just aired. It also says that contestants must join AFTRA and are paid AFTRA scale, which is substantial–over $900 per hour. Interesting.
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rho
January 13th, 2009
12:40 pm
JTesla—> I’m a big fan of Nadia Turner. That MSNBC.com story is linked on my blog, harrieth. Lara-just spoke with Bo. He’s doing well. I will post that interview on a slow day…
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JTesla
January 13th, 2009
12:52 pm
Sorry Rodney… I guess I’m not alone
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Woodpappy
January 13th, 2009
1:09 pm
Hey D. I usually ask them how many watch and only a few raise their hands. When I tell em we might get out a few minutes earlier if we had more viewers….the hands increase ten fold !
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harrietth
January 13th, 2009
1:22 pm
Oops, Rodney! Busted! I did not read carefully enough. I missed the msnbc thing.
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
1:37 pm
Hey…I’m back!
Woodpappy, typical students!!!! LOL
Rodney, thanks for all the info…it’ll be coming fast and furious now, you’ll have trouble keeping up.
And on that note. Michael Johns has written the sound track to a documentary about Shaun White…the Olympic gold medalist snow boarder. A duet with Michael and Brooke White has been released that’s really nice. Rodney, maybe you can get it uploaded for us. If not, y’all can hear it over at mj’s.
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JSHW
January 13th, 2009
1:38 pm
The Kelly single is not all that. I don’t think this CD will ever reach the level ofb success as Breakaway. She has had her day in the sun, now it is all down hill. She has no audience. The pop culture didn’t follow her on her bid to sing country, and the country audience doesn’t take her serious.
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
1:49 pm
JSHW …I don’t remember Kelly EVER trying to sing country. She did a tour with Reba McIntyre where they sang both styles…but Kelly never put out a country song or CD and never claimed that she wanted to be a country singer. I think it may be premature to write her off. She’s very talented and I hope this cd will do well.
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JTesla
January 13th, 2009
1:54 pm
I guess Kelly might as well give up now and retire, to the house next to mine. We could play ping pong and drink beer. Anyone have a ping pong table that I can borrow?
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
1:55 pm
Here’s an interesting game. Who, in y’all’s opinion are the most talented singers to come out of Idol?
Certainly the most famous are Carrie and Kelly. JHud. Maybe Daughtry, too. But for pure talent….sometimes it isn’t the winners who come to mind.
Melinda Doolittle…great voice and style.
LaToya London
Bo Bice
Chris Daughtry
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JSHW
January 13th, 2009
1:56 pm
I never said she was not talented. She is a great songstress, but unfortunetly it takes more than a great voice to be successful these days. Her last CD flopped. No radio play at all, then the whole Reba thing just confused people. She is lost in translation.
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
1:56 pm
JSHW…name somebody besides Josiah…we know he’s on your list.
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JTesla
January 13th, 2009
2:04 pm
Interesting game Deirdre. The most talented singers in my view organized by year:
Kelly Clarkson
Carrie Underwood
Elliott Yamin
Melinda Doolittle
LaKisha Jones
David Cook
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
2:07 pm
I might add Kimberly Locke to my list. Great voice and managed to make it to 3rd in the Studdard/Aiken year after starting out very slow.
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JSHW
January 13th, 2009
2:24 pm
Of course Josiah is my fav, I also liked Jasmine Trois, Carrie U,(that would be a great song title for her) and Kimberly Locke.
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harrietth
January 13th, 2009
2:28 pm
Here are mine
Kelly Clarkson
Tamyra Gray
Rueben Studdard (sp?)
Ricky Smith
Carrie Underwood
Elliott Yamin (waaay more than the winner that year)
Melinda Doolittle
Archie and Cook
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
2:40 pm
Best performances? That one is hard!
Ruben’s version of Superstar…first time I liked anybody singing that song over Karen Carpenter.
Kelly’s Stuff Like That There
Clay’s Bridge Over Troubled Waters
Daughtry’s Walk The Line
Fantasia’s Summertime
Melinda’s My Funny Valentine.
Katharine’s Black Horse and a Cherry Tree
Cook’s Billie Jean
John’s It’s All Wrong But It’s Alright
Carrie’s Independence Day
Bo’s Vehicle
There’s more, I think.
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JTesla
January 13th, 2009
2:49 pm
Deirdre: I’ll add Scott Savol’s “She’s Gone.” The guy was a turd, but that performance really stood out. The first time Katharine McPhee performed “Black Horse and a Cherry Tree” and “Somewhere over the rainbow” were both incredible. However, the follow up performances of those songs fell short.
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
2:51 pm
Gotta headed out of the office and drive 2 hours (from Griffin to Duluth)to see the doc. You better believe I will be home in time to watch Idol tonight. Ya’ll be safe, be good and catch ya later.
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JSHW
January 13th, 2009
2:55 pm
Josiah’s version of “stand by me”
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JTesla
January 13th, 2009
2:58 pm
Now I know your just messing with us.
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kelly&carriefan
January 13th, 2009
2:59 pm
Great game, D. Do I even have to answer, though? I mean, other than Stuff Like That There and Alone…
JT, I’d lend you my table, but that would defeat the purpose. *g* I’ll send you a postcard from Texas…we’ll be at the stables getting the horses ready for a ride.
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
2:59 pm
I hated Scott Savol but I admit that he did a very good job with She’s Gone.
I think second performances of something that blew your socks off the first time are destined to fail. You can’t match what is virtually unmatchable.
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JTesla
January 13th, 2009
2:59 pm
I’d like to buy an apostrophe and an “e”
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JTesla
January 13th, 2009
3:04 pm
K&CF… Carrie’s Alone! That was one of the top performances of all time. Carrie also had the best non-competition song during the first Idol Gives Back. Oh and invite me down, I’m ok working in the stable.
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
3:10 pm
ooooo Carrie’s Alone!!! I forgot about that one
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KPH
January 13th, 2009
3:21 pm
I cant remember the name of the song but Melinda Dolittle had the best performance of her season on Country night. That song and her performance brought the house down. Anyone remember the name of the tune? It was something about a woman maybe Thing about a woman?
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linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
January 13th, 2009
3:24 pm
Cookies “Music of the Night” was flipping incredible imho; much as i don’t like fantasia, she did have the one performance that was mind blowing with Summertime; there were others, but those two stick in my head righ tnow….
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kelly&carriefan
January 13th, 2009
3:28 pm
Agreed, JT, I’ll Stand By You: http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=viBIH_NxEYk was amazing and hearbreaking. And you are definitely invited!
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kelly&carriefan
January 13th, 2009
3:28 pm
oh, and I have another one: Tamyra’s A House is Not a Home.
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
3:32 pm
Beautiful, k&cf…thank you.
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
3:35 pm
KPH.. Trouble is a Woman and she sang it great!
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KPH
January 13th, 2009
3:37 pm
Yes D. thats it thanks.
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Harm
January 13th, 2009
3:44 pm
It’s me, another mindless idiot that is going to wet her pants because Idol is coming on tonight! I wonder if we will see the next idol tonight? I remember seeing David Cook for the first time and thinking he would go pretty far in the competition. My favorite idol is David Cook. I still upset my the injustice of Melinda Doolittle not winning! I don’t know if I can blog while Idol is on, my husband likes to hog the computer around that time of night.
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JTesla
January 13th, 2009
3:47 pm
You won’t be alone Harmony. For me, when Idol starts, everyone else will have finished blogging an hour before.
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Harm
January 13th, 2009
3:49 pm
I didn’t proofread what I wrote,too anxious to hit the submit comment button.
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Harm
January 13th, 2009
3:51 pm
I’ll be here after idol for sure.
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JSHW
January 13th, 2009
3:52 pm
Also Melinda’s version of Since you been gone, was great.
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
3:57 pm
Harm…same for me. It’s kinda hard for me to type and watch at the same time. I throw out comments during the commercials and show up after the show.
Poor JT and GAgirl miss most of the fun. West coasters have great views and even better weather but they get shafted with some things. Like my son told me that he watched the Golden Globes and the guy flipping the bird was blacked out. I mean…that’s just sad!
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harrietth
January 13th, 2009
3:59 pm
I loved Tamyra’s A House is Not a Home more than about anything.
I agree about Ruben’s Superstar and like linny, I was blown away by David Cook’s Music of the Night.
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Harm
January 13th, 2009
4:01 pm
I’ll see you all after idol, I have to finish up some chores so I can watch idol uninterrupted!
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Topkat
January 13th, 2009
4:09 pm
What about Bo’s version of In A Dream. Just mesmerizing!
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kelly&carriefan
January 13th, 2009
4:10 pm
I’m gonna have to blog tomorrow…I’m taking Kacey to the vet (her boosters) and then hitting the gym all before Idol. So, I’ll be ready to sit and relax with the roomies. I’ll try to remember our best lines to share.
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
4:22 pm
I agree Topkat.
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harrietth
January 13th, 2009
4:56 pm
Headed home. See you all later on the blog.
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
6:04 pm
Thanks Rodney
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JTesla
January 13th, 2009
6:08 pm
And here I thought it would last forever.
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Songluvr
January 13th, 2009
7:10 pm
Poor Kimberly…
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
7:21 pm
I thought their relationship was really strong. Maybe they can patch things up. I hope so anyway. I do hate to see relationships not work. Need to do a few things b4 Idol comes on, but I will be back alitle before 8:00.
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
7:30 pm
Songlvr…LOL!!!
OK…is everybody ready?????
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Mike
January 13th, 2009
7:32 pm
Kara is a talented songwriter who has worked on multiple projects with seasoned artists. It will be a breath of fresh air to see her on the show. Check out her colab with Dave Stewart @ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fW6sA2oGh0
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JTesla
January 13th, 2009
7:45 pm
Remember to listen for that first “I don’t know, dawg”
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
7:53 pm
I’m ready. Can’t wait for Randy to say “Dawg, it just didn’t do anything for me.” Or Simon’s “To karaoke.” Eight more minutes till the fun starts!!!!!
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JTesla
January 13th, 2009
7:56 pm
Do what I do War Eagle… don’t wear any.
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
7:58 pm
Good idea JT
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
7:58 pm
Okay,,,,,,,,,,,lets rock & roll. WE hurry and change your pants.
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
7:59 pm
I’m going comando tonight
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
8:00 pm
Before we get started, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome all the newbies and the missing regulars.
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
8:06 pm
The opening was one of the bests that I can remember AI having.
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
8:06 pm
Randy has gotten fatter.
Good opening
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Harrietth
January 13th, 2009
8:09 pm
I’m here and ready! Here’s a toast to the new season and to all Idol bloggers!
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
8:09 pm
Didn’t he have gastric by-pass?
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
8:10 pm
Nice opening!
So we’re all going commando, right, cuz I din’t want to feel stupid?????
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
8:11 pm
Hey Harrietth. Glad you’re here.
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linny@home
January 13th, 2009
8:11 pm
i won’t be blogging during the show unfortunately — had to dvr and will be catching up — had to take son to work and some other stuff still has to be accomplished … i’ll pop in later, hopefully i can fast forward during enough commercials to catch up with you guys!
peace!
commando, eh? *snicker*
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JTesla
January 13th, 2009
8:11 pm
People who blog naked together, stay together.
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Mike
January 13th, 2009
8:12 pm
If you like Kara Dioguardi’s music, then her song with Dave Stewart, Taking Chances is by far her best and an instant classic. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fW6sA2oGh0 check it out, if you agree then help spread the love….
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
8:15 pm
Biggest afro I’ve EVER seen!
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Harrietth
January 13th, 2009
8:16 pm
Yuk
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
8:16 pm
JT – It may be a good thing we can’t see each other!
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
8:18 pm
OMG – The girl with the pink hair and all the body piercing and tats!!!!
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
8:20 pm
I have already read that she dosen’t survive Hollywood week
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Harrietth
January 13th, 2009
8:20 pm
She looks better than Amanda did with the same kind of thing going on.
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
8:23 pm
I just had a thought On the commericals showing the auditions, I think that they showed the ones that got a pass to Hollywood. Pink girl was one they kept showing and she goes to HW. Anyone think the same?
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
8:33 pm
LOL What the hell was that.
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
8:36 pm
Did he need medical attention?
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
8:36 pm
Oh, these poor people!!!!!!!
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
8:38 pm
Now they have 4 people telling them how awful they are.
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
8:40 pm
It amazes me that they aren’t embarrassed to get on national tv and sound like that.
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
8:47 pm
Sucks so far
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
8:49 pm
Bikini girl????????????
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
8:49 pm
Well, I didn’t win the “dawg” pool. Do you think he’s been reading the blogs. He hasn’t uttered the dawg word even once.
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Harrietth
January 13th, 2009
8:54 pm
He just said it
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
8:55 pm
Sounds like the one from last season who sung Let my people go….
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Harrietth
January 13th, 2009
8:58 pm
Why would her parents let her humiliate herself like that? Pink hat and all.
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
9:01 pm
“At Last” some talent.
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
9:04 pm
Someone let me know when the show starts.
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
9:05 pm
Are we the only ones here tonight?
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
9:06 pm
Hey………..What happened to the font?
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
9:06 pm
I thought she was pretty good….not Kelly quality, Paula, but not bad either.
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Songluvr
January 13th, 2009
9:06 pm
I just refreshed and suddenly everything was italicized.
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
9:07 pm
The font is “F”ed up
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
9:07 pm
Rodney!!!!! Are you playing with the font?
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Harrietth
January 13th, 2009
9:08 pm
Same here. Font changed.
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Harrietth
January 13th, 2009
9:08 pm
This one should be interesting.
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
9:09 pm
Enter your comments here
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
9:09 pm
Are we overworking it?
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
9:10 pm
I didn’t do the “Enter your comments here”
What’s going on?
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
9:10 pm
What a cutie. I like him.
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
9:11 pm
WE BROKE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
9:15 pm
Bikini girl goes to Hollywood.
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rho
January 13th, 2009
9:15 pm
Don’t know what’s up with itals!!!
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Harrietth
January 13th, 2009
9:17 pm
Rodney, at least we can still blog.
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
9:17 pm
OK..somebody needs to get bikini girl undr control. I was ok until she started kissing Ryan…then I started feeling just a teensy bit icky.
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
9:18 pm
Rodney, I want a colored box like you have.
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
9:19 pm
As long as we can post, we’re good to go.
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
9:19 pm
From a man’s point of view, bikini girl didn’t impress me much.
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Songluvr
January 13th, 2009
9:20 pm
New judge was totally right about bikini girl
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linny@home
January 13th, 2009
9:21 pm
i really liked the girl AFTER the girl in pink…. didn’t get her name … yes i know i’m behind, dvr hasn’t caught up yet…. but anyone who auditions with ETTA JAMES …. has bal…. um…. guts!!!!
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
9:22 pm
Sexual Chocolate……are you frickin kidding me?????????
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Harrietth
January 13th, 2009
9:24 pm
Yes, linny, she was very, very good.
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
9:24 pm
Anyone tried cussing on this blog yet?
I have a few words I would like to use.
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
9:27 pm
Will she ever shut up?
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
9:31 pm
Ah…they let Briana through!
Try it, WE!
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
9:31 pm
linny I think her name was Arianna, the 16 year old. Af she is the one you are talking about. Pretty with dark hair and a very pretty smile.
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rho
January 13th, 2009
9:32 pm
Fixed it!
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
9:32 pm
The font’s back!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
9:33 pm
Thanks Rodney.
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
9:35 pm
She is pure southern charm!!!!!!!!!!!!
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
9:36 pm
I still want a colored box!!!!!!!!!!!
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Harrietth
January 13th, 2009
9:36 pm
A Danny Noriega redux
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Deirdre
January 13th, 2009
9:38 pm
Sanjaya II
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
9:38 pm
Harrietth, I don’t think he is gay.
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Harrietth
January 13th, 2009
9:40 pm
I have doubts. Doesn’t matter really, but he reminds me of Danny. Not as flaming, definitey, but still there, IMO.
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
9:40 pm
harrietth, you are so right.
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Harrietth
January 13th, 2009
9:43 pm
Did you notice the heavy mascara?
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Bridget Hawkins
January 13th, 2009
9:50 pm
I am a 24 year old woman from the East Coast, and I can tell you with much certainty that the new judge is a big mistake. I just witnessed her not judging, but combating with a contestant. I mean, she has issues, right? Come on! The girl in the bikini was amazing and she totally embarrASSed herself by trying to outdo her. That was pathetic. Please don’t ruin my favorite show with this jealous (wait, sorry, who is she again?) Oh yeah, sorry, she worked with Pink, is it, and who else? Celine Dion? Oh yeah? When was that? Definitely not any song worth mentioning! Sorry Kara, you messed up. See you next year. At auditions.
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War Eagle
January 13th, 2009
9:56 pm
We have a blind dude.
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
9:58 pm
Got a few good ones from Phoenix. Scott was good and I.m glad they put him through.
Think I will call it a night and head to bed. 3:00 comes early in the mornings. Catch up after I get to the office tomorrow.
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Harrietth
January 13th, 2009
9:59 pm
He was truly talented and his story was unique for Idol
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Bridget Hawkins
January 13th, 2009
9:59 pm
Please girl, the next time you want to correct yourself, don’t start off by saying exactly what you must mean honey. Come on. “I’m not just saying this because you are “way hotter in a bikini than me” but let me show you how I can sing it…” I mean, that is so, so, so, pathetic. I must have missed her last album. Yeah- as a matter of fact I think everyone did. I’ll catch AI whenever she is gone, however many years they give her to make a dumbass out of herself.
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Nana
January 13th, 2009
10:00 pm
BTW, I did enjoy tonight.
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Harrietth
January 13th, 2009
10:00 pm
I will peek back in in awhile. I know JT, GAGirl and the west coasters haven’t seen it yet.
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linny@home
January 13th, 2009
10:04 pm
sitting on the dock … the girl sounded like a pickler clone to talk, but man when she SANG! wow. i’ll have to catch up with names later, unfortunately (re arianna, thanks!) i was expecting really super great from scott the blind guy, he was really good but not what i was expecting, if that makes sense; and i liked the roughneck, was surprised by his voice as well — wonder if the kid who makes horror videos will do as well as he has potential to do…. btw the blind young man…if he plays piano, could do quite well with his instrument to bolster his presence. hard to move around and “own” the stage when you can’t SEE it, eh?
i’ve got to finish up my typing job, but it’s great to see all of you here!!!!! i’m sooooo glad the season has started!!!!
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Justin
January 13th, 2009
10:13 pm
Hey what’s up Justin here bringin’ you back some of my Idol opinions for the 3rd year. i know pretty exciting…
OK
A 15 minute intro: unnecessary BUT i saw katharine mcphee so it’s all good!
Bad auditions after several years = boring…unless funny
mad fast year… seems like season 7 was yesterday
1st one through: emily hughes (?) – she’s pretty good. at least once it got high it was good. i think she should go all blond it’d l ook better- yeah… but hey @ least she’s not the ugly girl “rockers” lol
J.B. (?) good but not my thing really.
Michael Gurr- that was kinda funny though I dont care for bad auditions anymore
Ariyanna (?) “Put Your Records On”- she was good!
The girl… see i don’t really pay attention to their names @ this stage… maybe i should- she sang “at last”- she was pretty good too
Katrina aka “Katriner” from Simon- i don’t know she was ok– hot though! no doubt
Brianna Quijada (?) – she was ok too.
Kid who makes scary movies: whiny voice… but was ok… anyone who reminds me of Danny Noriega i dont care for lol…
Ok there’s this girl on here I feel like I see her every year… weird… i’ll let you know if i see her I’m pretty sure Ive seen her in the auditions pics from americanidol.com
Deanna- she was pretty good
Cody- cant remember this one
And then another guy there was dont remember his name either but it was either he or Cody who asked Randy to sing with him…
Scott- He was ok… probably made it through because he was blind with a pleasant voice… but yeah he was alright. i think i need to hear something else first.
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Mike S
January 13th, 2009
10:18 pm
weel, I was underwhelmed by the golden ticket winners tonight. A couple of gems though. Overall we saw 10 of 27 Golden Tickets, so Idol is once again giving 2/3 of the Hollywood Week attendees the shaft.
MY thoughts for tonight in order of Auditions:
Emily (pink hair Girl) – Loved her voice, definate top 24 potential.
JB – Good, has the potential to be a factor in hollywood.
Arianna – Excellent voice – possibly top 24.
Stevie – Talented young lady, a definate dark horse.
Michael – Really enjoyed his bluesy vibe – definate top 24.
Katrina (Aka Bikini Girl) – Nice ass, terrible voice.
Brianna – not impressed
Cody – good voice, but nothing special. Gave me a creepy Danny Noriega vibe (shudder)
Alex – very good, could be a dark horse.
Scott – By far the best of the night. Definate top 12 and has the potential to be one of the favorites.
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Songluvr
January 13th, 2009
10:21 pm
I felt like that guy wanted Randy to sing bgv’s or harmony or whatever, not just join him in the melody. That was kinda lame.
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Anne
January 13th, 2009
10:25 pm
Well, the first nite is over and I’m sorry, but I was not impressed w/ anybody! I guess I’m holding out for another Melinda Doolittle to really make me sit up & take notice. I pretty much thought everybody sounded same ole, same ole – nothing new. Some were decent, but decent just doesn’t cut it for me. OK, maybe I sound a little bit like Simon (god forbid!!!!!), but….I’m hoping for somebody to really jump out tomorrow. Of course, I felt the same way last season until I heard Michael Johns, Carley Smithson, Archie and Cook….
I do agree w/ most people that I was a little disappointed in Scott – he was ok, but not what he was built up to be.
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Harm
January 13th, 2009
10:34 pm
I can see Barracuda girl and blind guy doing fairly well, I want to see all the contestants that make it to Hollywood before I start trying to pick the finalist though:-)
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Harm
January 13th, 2009
10:35 pm
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Harrietth
January 13th, 2009
10:35 pm
Everyone, I agree with these latest assessments and find validation in my original impression of the Danny Noriega wanna be. However, practicality calls, since my alarm goes off at 5:30 AM. Talk to everyone tomorrow.
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Harm
January 13th, 2009
10:41 pm
I was hoping the guy with the deep voice could sing, it was not to be, he was as bad as the guy with the deep voice last year! It’s too early to tell, but I don’t believe we have seen the next idol yet. I could be wrong, I’ve been wrong on numerous occasions (Melinda Doolittle- idol winner-I was wrong)
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Harm
January 13th, 2009
10:57 pm
Goodnight, I’m off to dream about nice,warm and sunny climates! Can anyone do anything to stop the stupid ,cold, freezing weather from coming here?
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Justin
January 13th, 2009
11:01 pm
I know the blind guy is well… blind… but we didn’t hear much from him tonight other tahn about 30 seconds of song… so why are the last few commenters on here so blown away by him? i thought it was just good to be honest… reason i said i need to hear more before i say i like his voice.
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Clive Davis
January 13th, 2009
11:03 pm
Kara Dioguardi is going to rock the whole American idol scene, mainly because of her extensive work as a singer/songwriter. Her single “taking chances” with the one and only DAVE STEWART is one not to miss.`EVERYONE YOU TUBE “Taking Chances” you won’t be disappointed.
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GAgirl
January 13th, 2009
11:43 pm
Just checking in from the West Coast….have seen the first half hour..so far YAWN!!!! I wasn’t impressed with pink haired girl..Hopefully some real talent will emerge soon..back to the TV now. Check in later..
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JTesla
January 14th, 2009
12:15 am
I liked Baracuda girl, and Stevie. However, she needs to lose the cow shirt. 45 minutes to go. Bikini girl… to shallow for me. Oh and someone tell Randy that 100 percent is enough, no million percent needed.
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flbravesgirl
January 14th, 2009
12:30 am
So do I pay a membership fee or what?
Long-time reader but only a 1-time poster ’til now (the David Cook at Disney sighting).
Emily- Loved her voice. And anyone who makes that gutsy of a song choice & pulls it off has my admiration.
JB- Can’t believe he’s 16. Mature-sounding voice. First of several good young’uns.
Arianna-Good voice, cute as all get-out & sweet. She’ll go far.
Stevie- Classy performance. Very mature sound for a 16 yo. I think her namesake would be pleased.
Michael- Like him but he’s not on my A list. Maybe when I hear more. Someone always sneaks up on me & somebody who was great in the audition always bombs.
Brianna- Not on my A list either but I’ll give her another shot. Loved “Simee!”
Cody- Makeover please! Another wait & see.
Alex- Surprisingly nice voice. I think HW will eat this guy alive though.
Scott- Very nice voice. Producers have to be loving his story. I look forward to hearing him play the piano on the live shows ( you know he’ll make it that far).
Now I don’t normally focus on the bad stuff in the audition round but what the heck was the deal with Bikini Bimbo? She did not sing well! I realize Simon & Randy weren’t thinking with their brains there but did their ears quit working? Kara, OTOH, sounded great.
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flbravesgirl
January 14th, 2009
12:34 am
Crud! I left out DeAnna. Truly a unique voice. I could imagine her on the radio.
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linny@home
January 14th, 2009
12:36 am
flbravesgirl — welcome (back!) and please make yourself “at home” here!!!! your comments are great! please be sure to join us at least for post-show commentary and add yours!!! and all you lurkers out there, come on in, the blog is **FINE**…. just jump right in!!!
Rodney, looking better and better!!!!
see you guys tomorrow!!!
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flbravesgirl
January 14th, 2009
12:43 am
Thanks, Linny!
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GAgirl
January 14th, 2009
1:05 am
Hi Blog friends
Overall..pretty ho-hum. However 2 of the ladies impressed me:
Stevie and the girl who sang “Sitting on the Docks of the Bay”..can’t remember her name but I loved her voice.
Wish we could have heard more from Scott but what I did hear was good.
Bikini Girl needs to lose the attitude. I wanted to reach through the screen and smack her.
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JTesla
January 14th, 2009
1:15 am
Picking up from the 1 hour 15 minute point: the Pickler girl had some freaky eyes, it’s like she stepped out of the TV Movie V. Hopefully we can put an end to the Danny Noriega comparisons, unlike Danny, Cody actually had some talent. Scott – I’m already dreading the Hollywood rollercoaster that producers are going to put us through in your name.
Oh and I’m working on a new nickname, I was thinking of something like Sexual Vanilla, or maybe Sexual Tapioca. Yeah, and I’ll get it tattooed on my back. What do you think?
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JTesla
January 14th, 2009
1:20 am
One thing we need to hear: impressions of Kara. She had the bikini girl spin around, which means she is looking out for me. Therefore, she is now my favorite judge. The actual judging seems solid, but I need to see more.
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Sams
January 14th, 2009
2:53 am
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January 14th, 2009
3:31 am
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Nana
January 14th, 2009
6:48 am
Good Morning Bloggers.
Today’s Quote: “Today is ours, so let us make it count.”
Well, we made it through the first night of auditions. Some good and others not so. If I had to name a favorite, it would be between Arianna
and Stevie. To be only 16 years old, they both have a strong potential to make the top 24, IMHO. After tonight, my choices may and will most likely change.
Rodney, how can we ever thank you enough for WP?
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
7:54 am
Morning…and welcome to flbravesgirl(a name that will be shortened by lunchtime) and Anne. I know that you ladies have been on before but it was great to see your smiling commentary in last night’s analysis.
JT…I agree that Kara has potential. She really went after the bikini girl and proved to the viewers that she can sing! Two birds with one stone.
I’m a little leary of the blind guy, Scott. His voice wouldn’t normally have made it past this round. I think the judges saw potential but I also think they weren’t going to say no to a blind guy if he could carry a tune at all.
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IdolFanatic
January 14th, 2009
7:58 am
I’m just curious as to why it’s always about who’s gay. Isn’t this a talent show? Shouldn’t the comments be limited to who can and can’t sing?
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harrietth
January 14th, 2009
8:02 am
Good morning all. Boy, I am gonna have to figure this out in a hurry. Last night I went to bed and was wide awake. I finally dozed off after midnight and had to get up at 5:30. Guess the stimulation of Idol’s return and great conversation on the blog overloaded me and kept me awake. Hmmmm. Maybe I will have happy hour from 8-10 PM tonight instead of the usual time.
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harrietth
January 14th, 2009
8:04 am
Fanatic, if you will review my comments, I stated that it made no difference if he was gay or not. Just thought he reminded me of someone else (who happened to be openly gay). It was not the gay thing at all with me. Only looks.
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IdolFanatic
January 14th, 2009
8:06 am
I was not referring to your comment btw…
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linny@home
January 14th, 2009
8:07 am
i wouldn’t say it’s “always about who’s gay” or anything else — the dock of the bay gal sounded like a country hick; the guy with the bass voice SHOULD have sounded like Barry White (romantic) but didn’t; the girl with tatts *has* to be a rocker; likewise the wannabe with the do-rag and tatts… it’s like this… you get impressions that go into your description of a person — if you give the police a description, for example, of a person who mugged you, if you ONLY say “male, 6′0″ tall, wearing jeans” … um wait — black, white, hispanic, asian, fat, thin, “average”, with/out tattoos, piercings, etc etc etc. “gayness” in the celebrity media is just one more of the impressions that people get about someone — whether true or not. likewise “beautiful” “with attitude” “untalented” “talented” etc etc. I’ve not seen an overly heavy commentary on gay so far THIS year, and besides, 90% of the time HERE, it’s outsiders who bring it up first! we’re just “talking” here, and making comments based on our personal observations. feel free to join in, but i honestly think we TRY to avoid pettiness of the sort you mention, IF.
and “FBG” for our newest speaking lurker works for me.
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
8:08 am
Idolfanatic…it wasn’t ABOUT who’s gay…it was brief speculation. Just like the commentary on bikini girl’s attributes…or lack thereof. No one means to offend here. We will comment on our first impression of the contestants and we’re not shy about it. Straight white guys get as much grief from us as everybody else.
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linny@home
January 14th, 2009
8:09 am
i need to amend something slightly — the dock of the bay gal sounded like a country hick when she SPOKE, her singing, however, was incredibly NOT country and was great imho.
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Merlin Berlin
January 14th, 2009
8:28 am
1st off the “blonde” girl with the weird eyes was not that good. The rocker chick was real good. Clive Barker’s son was much better than Danny Noriega could ever hope to be. Bikini girl needs go back to her pole in “da club”.
I LOL the hardest when bikini girl laid one on Ryan and they played “I Kissed a Girl” as the music bed. Hmmmmmm..I wonder what that was all about?!? Most uncomfotable moment of the night: Ryan Seacrest going for the “high five” to a blind guy. Oh yeah….
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cc
January 14th, 2009
8:44 am
looks that girl played ryan.
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Lulu1001
January 14th, 2009
8:53 am
This is for Lara upthread … Bo is announcing new tour dates for next year – he’ll be on the road from February all through the year. So far they have only announced a few of the dates in the north east and midwest, but I’m sure southern dates are on the way. Keep an eye on his website!
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
8:56 am
“Clive Barker’s son” LOL!!!!!!
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KPH
January 14th, 2009
8:59 am
Good morning all! Harietth I have found that Idol goes good with merlot. It helps you sleep as well as makes some of the horrible ones sound better LOL! MY faves last night were Deanna Brown the girl from Kentucky, Stevie Wright who sang At Last, Michael Sarver the big oil rig worker and Scott Macintyre the blind guy. There were a couple of others that impressed me somewhat but not enough to mention yet. The gimmick ones were few and far between last night which was much better than in previous seasons but I still think they should show all of the golden ticket winners. Speaking of gimmicks bikini girl wont get far due to the obvious disease she has NOTITSATALL!
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
9:11 am
I’ll have to try Idol with merlot, KPH. Well…come to think of it, I probably already have. I enjoyed a beer with the show last night.
Rodney…thanks for the recap..sometimes there’s so much information or someone is so jaw-droppingly bad, that I miss the little extras.
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JTesla
January 14th, 2009
9:13 am
Merlin Berlin… the “high five” was classic. First Jolie snubs him, then Idol shows him making a fool of himself. Not a good week for Ryan.
KPH
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
9:15 am
My favorite guy and gal so far: Michael, the oil rig worker and Stevie, the girl who sang At Last. They could easily be surpassed tonight.
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Woodpappy
January 14th, 2009
9:21 am
KPH….That drawback on bikini girl and she just thought she was “the stuff”, but she didn’t impress me! YUK! I like the Stevie girl and the oil rig worker. I missed the first half hour so I didn’t get to see “tatoo girl”, but my wife said she was good.
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Trippin
January 14th, 2009
9:23 am
Don’t typically comment on the AI blogs, because I haven’t watched the show for almost 2 years now because I personally dont think the talent is there. Watched last night and I can’t say that I was overly impressed…nobody blew me away. I don’t think the next American Idol was seen on last nights show. I keep hearing people complain about Katrina (that’s her name) and it seems like nobody can get pass her wearing a bikini. I thought her voice was good enough to get her pass that round. It kinda sucks that Kara went at that child. Really, a professional taking on an amateur??? Really Kara, is that what you’re bringing to the show. I thought that Paula and Kara had it out for her as soon as she stepped into the room, and was not going to give her a fair shot – thats my opinion. All think all three of them could have handled themselves a little better. I think if she is fully dressed that she goes through easily.
I wasn’t that impressed with Stevie…personally thought her voice was at best decent but not strong enough to compete with other girls we’ll probably see throughout the next few episodes. Just came away from this episode ho hum on the talent…not blown away. Although there was this one guy who reminded me of that creature from the Lord of the Rings. He was by far the worst I have EVER seen on Idol
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Lara
January 14th, 2009
9:28 am
And we are back with a bang…or was that a thud?
I have to say, I don’t know if it was surprise or what, but that little episode with bikini girl (she will never have a real name again) and Ryan – not a good kisser, either. I think I threw up in my mouth a little and had to pause to go gargle!!
I think that Kara did ok with the judging and comments. I didn’t really like the singing to show someone how it is done – seemed a little contrived…who knows.
I wasn’t THAT impressed with the blind guy, his voice was ok. But the guy who walked him out there (brother?) was HOT!
Ok, no stand outs so far…
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Lara
January 14th, 2009
9:30 am
Oh, and JTesla – I love Sexual Tapioca – go with it!!!
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Woodpappy
January 14th, 2009
9:33 am
The guy with the SUPER deep voice could find a career in radio or TV commercials, but definitely not as a singer !
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kelly&carriefan
January 14th, 2009
9:42 am
My brief review: it wasn’t bad. Well, except for the guy who MURDERED Carrie’s song Starts With Goodbye….man, that was horrible. Bikini girl was just annoying. She did provide some really awkward moments with Ryan. But I did like Kara!
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KPH
January 14th, 2009
9:49 am
Agreed Woodpappy. Merlin Berlin who is the blonde girl with weird eyes you spoke of ?
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JTesla
January 14th, 2009
9:51 am
KPH the Pickler girl
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
9:57 am
Trippin…I agree in principle with what you said about Bikin….uh, Katrina. To me…if someone uses a gimmick, like wearing a bikini, I expect them to be bad. Why would you need a gimmick if you’ve got a good voice? However, she had a decent voice, not great…so, IMO, she played the game correctly. I don’t think she would have made the next round without the bikini. It will be interesting to see what she does next…she plays the game…how well is yet to be seen.
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KPH
January 14th, 2009
10:07 am
Thanks JT. I thought she had a powerful voice but not the best last night. I do think she will go deeper in the competition. I guess I didnt notice anything about her eyes? Must have been the merlot.
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harrietth
January 14th, 2009
10:12 am
KPH, I guess having my vodka early was not the way to go. I will try it later tonight, or maybe the merlot you suggested! To tell the truth, I did not love anyone last night. I liked a couple, but didn’t love anyone. Maybe tonight.
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Negativo
January 14th, 2009
10:13 am
Kelly’s baaack…her new tune sounds like our hit machine has come back home to roost.
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
10:21 am
The pale girl who sang Dock of the Bay was unique. I liked her voice and I think she may get to the top 36. She needs to change her look, though.
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KPH
January 14th, 2009
10:22 am
Yep Harrietth I think the best has yet to come.
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Negativo
January 14th, 2009
10:28 am
Only one performer stood out for me: Arianna. She’s unbelievably cute, likeable, great personality and very talented. Everyone else: Feh.
Kara is my new favorite judge. She’s hot, she’s smart, she’s funny, she can sing, she actually offers real criticism and analysis (politely, not gratuitously rude like you-know-who), and she’s even willing to challenge Simon. Man…I definitely want to do her.
Also, did anyone else notice Paula was clear-eyed and relatively coherent? Wow…haven’t seen that in a few years. Probably feeling the heat to lose the complacency and keep up with Neg’s most excellent chick, Kara.
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Trippin
January 14th, 2009
10:30 am
Oh I agree Deirdre. I thought she was going to be awful and was surprised by the fact that she could actually carry a tune decently. I’m not sure if she necessarily tried to use it as a gimmick at first. Remember, it was Kara that asked her to turn around…i had the impression that she was going to go in there sing and maybe joke around. So it eventually turned into and she used it to her advantage. I think she used an excuse about being outside all day and that it was going to be hot. Either way it goes we’ve seen guys serenade Paula and make it through, so I guess they do whatever they can if they think it gives them an edge. Can’t blame em’. Like you said, you got to play the game.
It’ll be different in Hollywood, and who knows she may surprise us and she may not. I did think she did well enough to make it pass last night, how far she goes is up to her and the judges although i don’t think she’ll ever get on Kara’s good side.
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Lifers
January 14th, 2009
10:33 am
You weirdos are at it already again. How many years is this now? Lifers…that’s what you chicks are.
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
10:35 am
She wore a bikini to an audition!!!!!!! If that’s not a gimmick all by itself(without anyone asking her to turn around) I don’t know what is!
I think Kara was more bothered by the song choice than the bikini.
Neg…I was wondering where you were!
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
10:39 am
Thanks Lifer, for checking on us!
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
10:45 am
Neg…I watched Arianna again and you’re right, she’s absolutely adorable AND has a good voice, too.
And yes, I did notice how clear eyed and fairly well spoken Paula was last night. Let’s hope it continues.
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Negativo
January 14th, 2009
10:46 am
Kara did like Bikini’s booty, for what it’s worth.
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JSHW
January 14th, 2009
10:47 am
Not impressed with anyone last night. I sure hope we don’t wind up with another danny this year, let’s keep it clean for the kids.
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harrietth
January 14th, 2009
10:48 am
Yes, Lifers. Thanks. But you forgot to mention the guys on here.
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JTesla
January 14th, 2009
10:50 am
Negativo: that’s what I don’t get, that was the only thing to like about bikini girl.
JSHW: I thought you would have been impressed with the old faux rocker dude. He did a lot of crying.
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Negativo
January 14th, 2009
10:52 am
D, the Negster was watching on DVR and didn’t finish until after 11:30. Decided to share my esteemed brilliance with my people today rather than have it get lost in the late night abyss.
Negster did find deep-voice-dude hilarious. Never quite heard anything like it, and Simon was funny with that line about whether he knew the premise of the show or just showed up at the wrong auditions. He’d make a great voice-over actor I bet.
I was kind of surprised that the one time Simon chose to be nasty and pricky was with the cowgirl chick. I thought she was sweet and cute, and her voice wasn’t THAT bad, either. No, she wasn’t worthy of advancing, but why he hated on her so much was hard to understand.
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Negativo
January 14th, 2009
10:56 am
JT, the minute she stops shaking the booty for the camera is the minute she goes home. And to think that Simon, who put her through on booty jiggle alone, called my beloved Haley a slut for wearing short-shorts.
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KPH
January 14th, 2009
10:58 am
Damn after 53 years I find out I am a Chick and a lifer. I learn something new everyday. I hope my wife of 34 years doesent find out I’m a chick! My 2 grown sons would also be devastated!
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
10:58 am
JT…LOL!!! I actually liked Danny Noriega…I didn’t think he was good enough to make the final 12 but he was fun!
Neg…Simon has always been a mystery…he either likes you or he doesn’t…based on what he thinks when you walk in the room. Sometimes a really good voice can change his opinion but, if he doesn’t like the way someone looks or acts, he lays that on them for the whole competition.
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Negativo
January 14th, 2009
11:03 am
Funniest moment of the show: When they strategically placed the AI logo on bikini girl’s best asset (though I didn’t appreciate the abstruction).
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KPH
January 14th, 2009
11:19 am
LOL! @ Neg.
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
11:29 am
So….are we going commando again tonight or was that something special for the premiere?
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
11:29 am
Cuz, you know, after the first show, I’m in a lot less danger of wetting my pants.
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
11:30 am
And it’s frickin COLD here !
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harrietth
January 14th, 2009
11:31 am
But, D. Someone really great may come along and change that!
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JTesla
January 14th, 2009
11:34 am
Deirdre, I have found that it is always best to blog naked. My neighbors don’t seem to like it, but that is why they have curtains.
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
11:36 am
LOL, JT
I thought the opening of the show last night was terrific. I really enjoyed it. Then ending with Ryan standing at the edge of the Grand Canyon was spectacular! Very well done!
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Negativo
January 14th, 2009
11:41 am
I hope the talent pool is better in KC.
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JTesla
January 14th, 2009
11:46 am
The opening was well done, they had McPhee, they had Elliot’s mom, but who won that year? Oh yeah that guy they don’t include in any of their promo stuff. I found that rather humorous. The scenery shots that they did were very well done, but then it’s a pretty area of the country.
I’m not concerned with talent yet. Every year I have a favorite going into Hollywood week, and every year they are cut. I don’t take anyone serious until they have a phone number attached to their name.
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
11:49 am
I agree, JT. And I always wonder about the people who make it to Hollywood who we don’t see.
Looking forward to Kansas City. Idol hasn’t spent a whole heck of a lot of time in the midwest so the pool might be more interesting. And will Cook be there to greet the auditioners like Jordin was.
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Nana
January 14th, 2009
12:13 pm
I guess being called a Lifer and Chicks is better than some names. I agree that the opening was good. In my opinion, that was the best opening in the 8 years (does that make me a lifer?) I have been watching idol. I missed the comment that bikini girl said to Paula to bring her out of her chair. Can anyone fill me in? My Dad called at the moment, so I missed it.
Deirdre, I’m all for another commando again tonight. I found that quite interesting and fun. I say, “Lets do it again!”
When the girl from Ky started talking, I thought, another Kellie Pickler. Her voice was not all bad. But I will have to say that Stevie, Michael and Arianna were my picks out of the wannabes. Did not particularly care for tats and bikini gal. And that one guy who seemed to be alittle emotional, nah, didn’t care for him either. Scott was okay. He will probably be better when he plays the piano.
Okay, gotta get back to doing some work around the office. But I will be back later.
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
12:30 pm
Nana…Bikini girl told Kara that Kara’s version of the song wasn’t that good either and Paula stood up not only to defend Kara but to point out how stupid it is to diss a judge.
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JTesla
January 14th, 2009
12:35 pm
For the sake of making a full and equal comparison, we need to see Kara in a bikini.
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KPH
January 14th, 2009
12:42 pm
I tried the commando thing last night but my dogs kept looking at me funny and my wife kept asking if I was going to go ahead and take a shower. I’m going with lounge pants tonight with depends and a t-shirt.;-)
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KPH
January 14th, 2009
12:43 pm
LOL! I hear ya JT! She without a doubt is not hard to look at.
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Nana
January 14th, 2009
12:49 pm
Thanks Deirdre. I wondered what it was she said.
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Woodpappy
January 14th, 2009
12:57 pm
JT and KPH, I’m with you guys !!! Bring it on….
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Deirdre
January 14th, 2009
1:06 pm
Thanks Rodney…I think it stinks that you don’t get to go to Hollywood. I’m going there next week..is there anything I could bring you? Besides a starlet!
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KPH
January 14th, 2009
1:17 pm
New blog up.