Are You Fierce Enough to Take a Dance Dare?

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Barbara McDowell

It strikes me that the atmosphere in the U.S.—as well as our reach and interaction with other nations—is tense right now.  For a touch of self-care and to unplug from the media madness, I hunkered myself down after a busy week led into a non-stop weekend, caught up on a recorded “Being Human” marathon (new fave show) and went video surfing.

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Rants from an American Idol Addict: And So It Goes

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Barbara McDowell

I must say, at 11 seasons in, this was my first year enjoying the Billy Joel theme week.  Amazing what having a majority good singers can do.  Are they all possessed with breakout star appeal that will help them win Idol and/or find big market success later?  No, yet the evening was an enjoyable diversion.

Breakdown of events:

  • Watching the notes from iconic fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger made me wonder that Idol’s actual stylist (sitting next to him and looking clueless) has been doing these past few weeks.  Does she go out, pick up and suggest the garb or do the contestants grab things alone?  Does she give them input on the wares?  Can we vote her off? Continue reading →
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