Claire is gone? Claire, is gone? How is this even possible? The judges saw more potential in Lauren than they did in Claire? I am going to have to send Tyra a strongly worded email. There is no possible way that Lauren or Dominique (tranny girl) for that matter have more potential than Claire. Here's what happened;
After a couple of girl fights (Lauren seems to have a bit of a temper) the girls headed to their challenge which turned out to be group go-sees. Now go-sees have never been done this early in the competition before but maybe since the show is in New York Tyra wanted everyone to get used to the idea. The first group was Claire, Dominique (tranny girl I can't help it), Whitney and Stacey-Anne. The second group consisted of Fatima, Lauren, Anya and Katarzyna (can anyone pronounce this girls name?). The first group won easily (because Lauren sucks as a walker) and received a photo shoot for Seventeen.
This weeks judging photo shoot was bizarre. The girls had to lie face down on clear plastic, in water, while the photographer took the shot from below. The photos were more artistic than anything else but the effect was fairly interesting. However, I am still trying to understand how, from that vantage point could they possible decide who had the worst shot. And how in the world the worst was Claire. Minus last week, every other picture that Claire has taken has been phenomenal. Do we honestly believe that America's Next Top Model is going to have great pictures but not know how to walk?
Judging was judging. The judges seem to have their favorites (Anya, really?) and I am not sure that Claire's look and attitude did a whole lot to keep her around. So Claire is gone and Lauren sticks around for another week. Paulina said it right when she was describing Lauren's walk as lumbering. I will say that if Dominique the transvestite wins this cycle I will never watch ANTM again! Nice pronouncement, huh? We all know that is a big fat lie but I will be pissed. The girl looks like a man and talks like a man. I just don't see it. I hope that Claire has a career in modeling because I thought she was stunning.
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Barack Obama on The View
I finally watched last week's episode of The View that featured Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama. It was interesting to see the ladies surround Obama on the couch but I had a few issues with the telecast.
1. All of the ladies spent entirely too much time discussing Rev. Wright (Obama's former pastor) and the fact that he made racist statements in some of his sermons (by the way most of these sermons are at least 4 years old).
2. Did anyone else think that Joy Behar looked like she was about to wet herself every time the Senator spoke? She looked so excited to have him there that she could not contain her glee. She was the first to clap when he announced his plan to remove troops from Iraq (he actually never said how) and when he announced the plan to have health care for all Americans (again he never gave the how).
3. I was impressed with Whoopie when she asked her questions. She did not gush but she was not rude. Whoopie was direct and to the point as she asked her questions and I felt that the answers given were well thought out (did he practice ahead of time?).
4. Elisabeth always has to look like the bad guy when a democrat is visiting. Her questions were fine (I guess) but I truly don't care if his "spiritual advisor" said something stupid years ago. She just kept harping on it. Move on Elisabeth to the issues and stop worrying about what the people surrounding the candidates are saying.
5. Barbara is getting more and more ditsy as the years progress. I sometimes wonder if she is actually listening to what is going on or if she is waiting for her cue to let the audience know that the show is going to commercial.
I usually love The View and can handle all of the different personalities but on this particular episode everyone (even Sherrie) got on my nerves. I watch the show a lot, especially when the candidates are on, and I look forward to good solid interviews so that I can get to know the person behind the politician. In this situation it seemed as if all of the ladies were so supportive of Barack Obama they were unable to be impartial. At the end Whoopie made a direct plea to John McCain (on camera) that the ladies wanted to interview him. Now that should be interesting. Do you think Joy will show up with her list of questions or will she just shoot him mean looks the entire show?
1. All of the ladies spent entirely too much time discussing Rev. Wright (Obama's former pastor) and the fact that he made racist statements in some of his sermons (by the way most of these sermons are at least 4 years old).
2. Did anyone else think that Joy Behar looked like she was about to wet herself every time the Senator spoke? She looked so excited to have him there that she could not contain her glee. She was the first to clap when he announced his plan to remove troops from Iraq (he actually never said how) and when he announced the plan to have health care for all Americans (again he never gave the how).
3. I was impressed with Whoopie when she asked her questions. She did not gush but she was not rude. Whoopie was direct and to the point as she asked her questions and I felt that the answers given were well thought out (did he practice ahead of time?).
4. Elisabeth always has to look like the bad guy when a democrat is visiting. Her questions were fine (I guess) but I truly don't care if his "spiritual advisor" said something stupid years ago. She just kept harping on it. Move on Elisabeth to the issues and stop worrying about what the people surrounding the candidates are saying.
5. Barbara is getting more and more ditsy as the years progress. I sometimes wonder if she is actually listening to what is going on or if she is waiting for her cue to let the audience know that the show is going to commercial.
I usually love The View and can handle all of the different personalities but on this particular episode everyone (even Sherrie) got on my nerves. I watch the show a lot, especially when the candidates are on, and I look forward to good solid interviews so that I can get to know the person behind the politician. In this situation it seemed as if all of the ladies were so supportive of Barack Obama they were unable to be impartial. At the end Whoopie made a direct plea to John McCain (on camera) that the ladies wanted to interview him. Now that should be interesting. Do you think Joy will show up with her list of questions or will she just shoot him mean looks the entire show?
Dance Lessons
My little girl takes dance/ballet (she's 3) every Wednesday. I so wanted her to have more coordination than I did so I have started this dance thing early. Not only does dance (for 1 hour a week) cost $70 a month but we have to pay extra for the recital outfit. Well today we finally got to see what we are paying the extra $250 (I kid you not) for. It is hideous! The outfit is supposed to be a fifties poodle skirt inspired concoction but my goodness I could learn to sew the damn thing for $250. I know, I know why bother if it costs that much and I am bitching about it? How can I look at my child and say, "everyone else in your class will be in the recital but you can't. Oh and by the way you can't have the costume that the instructor made such a big deal about either." I may be bitchy at times but I am not heartless. I have to suck it up, smile and allow her to be in the recital. Oh yeah I forgot to mention, we have to buy tickets to the recital and they cost $20 (at least) for each ticket. I think I need to go into this whole dance studio business. I am definitely missing out on something.
The Biggest Loser - Couples
Down to the final five with only two more episodes until the finale, it makes total sense to take the whole crew to Australia? Why go to Australia, I do not know, but off they went last night to Sydney for a little vacation. If I were Dan (who was eliminated last week) I would be pissed. One episode shy of going to Australia, yeah that sucks. Before flying off to Australia Mark has a little meeting with the girls to discuss getting rid of Roger (they view him as the biggest threat). What happened to team solidarity and sticking with your boys, Mark? I hope Big Rog kicks your now skinny ass!
The five arrive in Australia to see their trainers, Bob and Jillian, who did not know who had been eliminated at the last episode. Bob's face fell when he realized Dan was gone (I always knew that Dan was his favorite) but he smiles at his remaining boys and vows to keep them all around. The group gets to site see around the city but also has to continue with the workouts.
For the challenge the entire group has to climb Harbor Bridge (the big bridge in Sydney) to find out from Allison what they need to do. Of course Mark starts crying (again) because he has a fear of heights. Please make this man stop crying all the time. It is starting to get ridiculous. I know he has lost a bunch of weight but that does not mean that his tear ducts are now open wider. Stop crying sissy boy! Once the group arrives at the top Allison informs them that they will be competing in a triathlon (swim, bike, run) and the finish line is at the top of a 44 story building (no you cannot take the elevator up). The remaining contestants are off with Mark and Alli in the lead. Big Rog brings up the rear in the water but is able to pass Kelly on the steps. Alli and Mark tie and win the prize which is a sea plane tour of Sydney. They also receive a phone call home. Shock of all shocks Mark begins to cry again!
On to the weigh-in; no one loses a bunch of weight this week. Alli wins the weigh-in again and Big Rog is safe although he only loses two pounds. Below the yellow line are, wait for it....the two brothers. The group has to decide between Mark and Jay. During deliberation both brothers start crying (shock!) and Jay decides to sacrifice himself for his brother. Mark stays and Jay goes home and they both cry (again).
One more week until the live finale. My money is still on Roger, although Alli is gearing up to be the first female "Biggest Loser". I wonder who will win the $100,000 for the contestants not on the ranch? Curtis? Dan? Neal (yeah right!). Two more weeks!!!!
The five arrive in Australia to see their trainers, Bob and Jillian, who did not know who had been eliminated at the last episode. Bob's face fell when he realized Dan was gone (I always knew that Dan was his favorite) but he smiles at his remaining boys and vows to keep them all around. The group gets to site see around the city but also has to continue with the workouts.
For the challenge the entire group has to climb Harbor Bridge (the big bridge in Sydney) to find out from Allison what they need to do. Of course Mark starts crying (again) because he has a fear of heights. Please make this man stop crying all the time. It is starting to get ridiculous. I know he has lost a bunch of weight but that does not mean that his tear ducts are now open wider. Stop crying sissy boy! Once the group arrives at the top Allison informs them that they will be competing in a triathlon (swim, bike, run) and the finish line is at the top of a 44 story building (no you cannot take the elevator up). The remaining contestants are off with Mark and Alli in the lead. Big Rog brings up the rear in the water but is able to pass Kelly on the steps. Alli and Mark tie and win the prize which is a sea plane tour of Sydney. They also receive a phone call home. Shock of all shocks Mark begins to cry again!
On to the weigh-in; no one loses a bunch of weight this week. Alli wins the weigh-in again and Big Rog is safe although he only loses two pounds. Below the yellow line are, wait for it....the two brothers. The group has to decide between Mark and Jay. During deliberation both brothers start crying (shock!) and Jay decides to sacrifice himself for his brother. Mark stays and Jay goes home and they both cry (again).
One more week until the live finale. My money is still on Roger, although Alli is gearing up to be the first female "Biggest Loser". I wonder who will win the $100,000 for the contestants not on the ranch? Curtis? Dan? Neal (yeah right!). Two more weeks!!!!
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Top Chef
I finally watched last weeks episode last night and I must say that I was slightly disappointed. I have finally gotten into this show but it is still not filling the void left by Project Runway.
This past episode featured the chefs preparing basic everyday foods and trying to expand on them. The Quick Fire Challenge was to reinvent the taco (is that even possible?) for a more upscale (fine dining) restaurant. There were many that had issues with this challenge only because Mexican food is more street than anything but the creations were creative (for the most part) and well presented. Richard won immunity and then the cheftestants (love that word) were told to split into two groups. The Elimination Challenge was then presented; in this challenge the chefs had to get food from a neighborhood and then prepare food for a block party in this same neighborhood. The Red team (Andrew, Dale, Spike, Erik, Jennifer, Ryan and Zoi) really tried to focus more of the style of food that would have been normal for a block party. The Blue Team (Richard, Stephanie, Mark, Manuel, Antonia, Nikki, and Lisa) seemed more focused on creating food for the judges and it apparently worked. Neither team blew the judges away but in the end the Blue team won and Stephanie won the challenge overall. Erik (big bald guy), because of his soggy corn dogs, was sent home.
I counted on this episode (and then stopped because it got stupid) and Andrew used the f***bomb over 7 times. Also, Spike is extremely full of himself (I guess you have to be) and I am amazed that he thinks anyone can even cook near him. Jennifer and Zoi (the lesbians) were on the same losing team this week. You know that they were sweating it out to see who was sent home. Has to be hard to be on a show with someone you love and that you are trying to beat.
This show is so hard to watch objectively because we have no idea what the food tastes like. I hear the ingredients and think, "that sounds good, or "that sounds horrible" but unless I am able to actually put it in my mouth, it is hard to know who is actually a really good chef. Who do you pull for?
This past episode featured the chefs preparing basic everyday foods and trying to expand on them. The Quick Fire Challenge was to reinvent the taco (is that even possible?) for a more upscale (fine dining) restaurant. There were many that had issues with this challenge only because Mexican food is more street than anything but the creations were creative (for the most part) and well presented. Richard won immunity and then the cheftestants (love that word) were told to split into two groups. The Elimination Challenge was then presented; in this challenge the chefs had to get food from a neighborhood and then prepare food for a block party in this same neighborhood. The Red team (Andrew, Dale, Spike, Erik, Jennifer, Ryan and Zoi) really tried to focus more of the style of food that would have been normal for a block party. The Blue Team (Richard, Stephanie, Mark, Manuel, Antonia, Nikki, and Lisa) seemed more focused on creating food for the judges and it apparently worked. Neither team blew the judges away but in the end the Blue team won and Stephanie won the challenge overall. Erik (big bald guy), because of his soggy corn dogs, was sent home.
I counted on this episode (and then stopped because it got stupid) and Andrew used the f***bomb over 7 times. Also, Spike is extremely full of himself (I guess you have to be) and I am amazed that he thinks anyone can even cook near him. Jennifer and Zoi (the lesbians) were on the same losing team this week. You know that they were sweating it out to see who was sent home. Has to be hard to be on a show with someone you love and that you are trying to beat.
This show is so hard to watch objectively because we have no idea what the food tastes like. I hear the ingredients and think, "that sounds good, or "that sounds horrible" but unless I am able to actually put it in my mouth, it is hard to know who is actually a really good chef. Who do you pull for?
Bitter Betty
I have this friend who is absolutely the most bitter person I know. No her name is not Betty but it should be. She cannot get pregnant and has been trying for a few years. Now this girl already has a child but wants another and is mad at the world and beyond that it is not happening.
Please understand that I sympathize with what she is going through (I had a bit of infertility myself) and I am not trying to disregard her pain. However, she does not want anyone else to be happy and she is mean every time she hears that someone else is expecting. Plus this girl has decided to make it her life's work to make everyone else as miserable as she is. Who wants to be around that?
I actually saw this person over the weekend and in the 30 minutes that I spoke with her, not one happy thing came out of her mouth. How can you possibly live like that? Food for thought.
Please understand that I sympathize with what she is going through (I had a bit of infertility myself) and I am not trying to disregard her pain. However, she does not want anyone else to be happy and she is mean every time she hears that someone else is expecting. Plus this girl has decided to make it her life's work to make everyone else as miserable as she is. Who wants to be around that?
I actually saw this person over the weekend and in the 30 minutes that I spoke with her, not one happy thing came out of her mouth. How can you possibly live like that? Food for thought.
How I Met Your Mother
If you are not watching this show, you need to be. Last night I was laughing so hard that I thought I was going to wake the children up. I do not think that there is a funnier character on television than Barney Stinson (NPH) and he completely and totally makes this show.
The premise last night was that a girl was trying to sabotage Barney's ability to lie to get girls into bed. One girl out of the many that he had slept with was stalking him to make sure that no other girl would fall prey to his lies. So Barney, who keeps a scrapbook of all of his conquests, sets up a "March Madness" bracket to narrow down the choices to one. He only gets to the final four and then visits each woman to see if they are the one. None are but at the end of the segment when the song One Shining Moment is played (basketball fans will know but it is the song that is played at the end of the NCAA tournament) while flashbacks are popping up across the screen was shear genius. I loved the whole concept (of course CBS could do this since they are broadcasting the basketball games) and I actually had tears running down my face. The writers gave us one more little treat; at the end we got a nod to Doogie Houser at the computer as Barney (NPH) was typing out what he learned. The Doogie Houser music played as Barney wrote that he learned he was AWESOME!
This show is once again on the bubble to come back next year (why is it that I always fall in love with shows that no one else watches). I honestly believe that it is one of the funniest, if not the funniest, sitcom on television right now. Please watch! I love this show and I finally want to to meet the "Mother".
The premise last night was that a girl was trying to sabotage Barney's ability to lie to get girls into bed. One girl out of the many that he had slept with was stalking him to make sure that no other girl would fall prey to his lies. So Barney, who keeps a scrapbook of all of his conquests, sets up a "March Madness" bracket to narrow down the choices to one. He only gets to the final four and then visits each woman to see if they are the one. None are but at the end of the segment when the song One Shining Moment is played (basketball fans will know but it is the song that is played at the end of the NCAA tournament) while flashbacks are popping up across the screen was shear genius. I loved the whole concept (of course CBS could do this since they are broadcasting the basketball games) and I actually had tears running down my face. The writers gave us one more little treat; at the end we got a nod to Doogie Houser at the computer as Barney (NPH) was typing out what he learned. The Doogie Houser music played as Barney wrote that he learned he was AWESOME!
This show is once again on the bubble to come back next year (why is it that I always fall in love with shows that no one else watches). I honestly believe that it is one of the funniest, if not the funniest, sitcom on television right now. Please watch! I love this show and I finally want to to meet the "Mother".
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