Old Navy has really outdone itself this year for their Christmas commercials. Everyone's favorite vacationing family, the Griswolds, are featured in the new Old Navy commercials. You can see the gang wearing Old Navy pants, and later, Old Navy sweaters.
The commercials feature Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, and Juliette Lewis from National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. The Sweater Sequels commercial even features some of the missing kids from other National Lampoon movies. After all, they switched kids for each movie, so why not?
The only thing missing from these Christmas commercials is Cousin Eddie. I sure wish Randy Quaid would make an appearance on the next commercial. (Hint, hint, Old Navy.)
For those of you that have not had the delight of watching Catfish: The TV Show yet, you are seriously missing out. It is the show everyone is talking about. The basis of the show is very simple: the show unites people that have met online yet never met in person. Let the drama begin!
Originally, Catfish was an indie movie about a couple that met online. Nev, our host of the TV show, thought he was in love with a girl he was talking to online. Turns out, a married women in her 40s was just pretending to be the girl he thought he loved. So basically, the show is the same concept.
Some of the online couples on this show have been talking for years and years, yet they've never met in person once. One couple had been talking to each other for 10 years online, yet never skyped once or met in person. This show definitely shows you all the dangers of "dating" a person you've actually never met.
In two cases so far, the "man" of two participants dreams turned out to be women. I've seen 4 episodes so far, and still, no happy endings seem to be in sight. It seems as if these are all sad stories full of lies and betrayal. At the same time though, how could one not be suspicious of someone online that is never willing to meet in person or skype?
In many of these cases, it seems as if the person is lonely and wants to believe the person on the other end of the computer is perfect for them. I am convinced somewhere deep down, they must know this is a fantasy. Otherwise, why would they not put more working into finding out the truth? Within a short period of time, Nev and his buddy, Max, are able to learn plenty about these people using basic search methods online. Why can't anyone else think to do this?
I suppose none of that really matters. All that matters is the sheer awesomeness of Catfish. If you've ever dated anyone online or you just like really shocking, crazy endings, Catfish is a show you should be watching on MTV.
This is not so much a blog post as it is a random thought... how on earth is America's Funniest Home Videos still on TV?
After all these years, you can still watch people getting hit in the crotch, people falling down stairs, and animals and babies do ridiculously cute things. People are still watching this show!
I really would not even know this show still existed except my parents insist on watching it. I suppose I can't even judge the reasoning behind keeping this show on the air. Considering my parents will watch the same old clips mixed with a few new clips over and over again, there is always going to be an audience for this show.
It is October 28, 2012 and the folks on the Weather Channel are living it up. Let me just say, I appreciate getting the warnings about Hurricane Sandy. Do I need to hear anyone call it Frankenstorm? Probably not. However, I live in Maryland and since dear little Miss Sandy is going to hit us, I am happy to hear up to the minute updates.
The forecasters at the Weather Channel are close to peeing their pants with excitement about this storm. I suppose if my job were to forecast the weather, this would be truly exciting for me, too. Obviously this is the type of storm forecasters wait for while telling boring forecasts about a cloudy day or a partially sunny sky. The people at Weather Channel are flipping out right now.
The problem with the entire Frankenstorm / Hurricane Sandy thing is the Hurricane Irene situation. Anyone that was not hit hard by Hurricane Irene is not paying as much attention as needed to Hurricane Sandy. The folks at the Weather Channel are all but bouncing off the walls trying to insist this is going to be worse than Hurricane Irene. I understand they want us to take it seriously, but perhaps they should take it down a notch on the panic level.
Most of us have already gone out and bought food, batteries, flashlights, etc. We know! Thanks Weather Channel for helping us. But please stop trying to freak out people more than they already are freaked out. Furthermore, how about you let that nice gal that is standing on the beach in Nags Head, NC go back inside? We get it... it is windy. We don't need her to get blown away just to prove that point.
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I could be watching a movie I've never seen before. I could be attempting to do something productive with chores or errands. But no, I am watching "The Shining" again. I am starting to wonder a few things about it though.
First of all, who hires some dude to stay in the middle of nowhere for 5 months with his wife and kid when he already seriously injured that child? Perhaps child abuse laws were pretty relaxed in the 70s. Maybe no official investigation ever occured. All of that seems strange, but OK. However, why on earth does Wendy, the mother, think it is a great idea to go on this adventure? Her husband obviously has issues. Why go in the middle of nowhere with that creep?
Furthermore, why is there still electricity when there is a blizzard and the phone lines are out? I could believe the generator might kick on for emergency exits, but if there is a terrible blizzard and the phone lines are down, I refuse to believe the electricity is on. So what is the deal? Why am I watching psycho Jack Nicholson right now in a well-lit motel? I just don't get it.
Also, I don't understand why I am even thinking about this right now. I've only seen this movie about a million times. Now is not the time to ponder over these issues. I need to get a life. And I need to focus on the next violent horror flick I am going to watch since it is so close to Halloween.
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I love junk food more than any adult probably should. It is no secret I LOVE Cadbury Eggs. Normally I have to wait until the early part of each year to buy Cadbury Creme Eggs. Once Easter is over, so is Cadbury Egg season. Well, not this year!
This year, Cadbury decided to do me a favor and create Cadbury Screme Eggs for Halloween. Oh, what a delight! So far, I have found these delicious eggs at Target and Wegman's. I heard a rumor they were at CVS as well.
You might wonder if these are just as delicious as Cadbury Creme Eggs and I am here to tell you, "Yes, they are just as good as the Easter eggs!" Instead of being filled with white and yellow goo, they are filled with green goo that is just as tasty. I highly recommend them!
As a fan of Jersey Shore, I have to admit I was pretty sad to hear this is the last season. I have grown to love the Jersey Shore crew just as if I know them myself. However, now that I've seen the first episode, I know it is time for the show to end.
No one can stay young forever, and the gang is getting older and moving on. After all, you can't (or at least shouldn't) have a house full of adults partying every summer without real responsibilities. They are all changing and moving on.
Snooki was pregnant while filming this season of Jersey Shore. You simply can't have Jersey Shore without Snooki, but pregnant, responsible Snooki isn't going to pull in ratings. Sure, we all love her and probably respect her more now, and in the end, this makes her a better person. But Jersey Shore just isn't the same.
The Situation has been to rehab recently and he is now trying to make amends with his roommates. He is no longer drinking. Although, once again, this makes him a better person, this is also a strange turn of events for a show known for partying.
Finally, we have Vinny now deciding he is going to be celibate. I am kind of hoping that is a joke, but something tells me it isn't. It seems as if half the house is trying to go down a healthier path.
While I applaud these efforts, it makes me realize Jersey Shore and its glory days have truly ended. I want nothing for the best for these people I almost feel I've gotten to know on a personal level, but I know this really should be the last season of Jersey Shore.
It is getting closer to autumn each day. It is time to start thinking about Halloween. After all, if you are going to wear an elaborate costume, you need to get prepared now. You might even have to start buying some of your Halloween wardrobe online. I predict some of the most popular costumes will be TV oriented again this year.
Some returning favorites from last year are bound to be commercial characters. This year, you can dress like Sun Drop girl or Sun Drop guy with just some simple items. All you need is a Sun Drop shirt, red head band, shorts, tights if you are a girl, and some red leg warmers. You can drop it like it is hot all Halloween.
If you enjoy the Progressive commercials, you can be Flo the Progressive Girl this year for Halloween. A simple white apron over a white dress with the Flo name tag is plenty to make this look work for you. You can even tease your hair up and wear some eye makeup like Flo to finish the look off. You will be the most popular person at the Halloween party.
Don't forget, those Burger King outfits are still available and there is always Ronald McDonald. The M & M characters are always pretty popular, too. Why not be the new Brown M & M and walk around defending yourself at the Halloween party saying, "I am not naked!"
Commercial characters will definitely be a hit this Halloween. Don't forget to watch some of the commercials just to make sure you've got the right look. Enjoy!
Yes, that loveable "Meatball" from Jersey Shore just had a baby boy. Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi and Jionni LaVelle now have a son named Lorenzo. Snooki gave birth this weekend and I am sure there will be many photos to follow. Somehow, I kind of suspect a new reality show will come from all of this, but who knows?
There are those that have been a little rude about Snooki being pregnant, but she seems responsible enough in her show with JWoww. She is not drinking and not partying. It looks as if Snooki is really happy and I wish her nothing but this best.
Sometimes I think about how many commercials are on TV promoting food. Well, really I tend to give this serious thought when I am on a diet, and since that is the case now, I've been noticing all the commercials for food.
If you think about it, this contributes to society's weight issues. There will be 2 commercials about food in a row, and then the next commercial is about diet or exercise. It can be anything from a new weight loss pill to a Weight Watchers commercial. Isn't it a little ironic that the networks run Burger King commercials and Jenny Craig commercials back-to-back? One commercial shows the cause and the other shows the solution.
It is really an endless consumer cycle. There is money to be made by making us overweight and then there is money to be made trying to make us lose that weight. Very few of us have enough self control to stick to diet and exercise plans, and then the vicious cycle of gaining the weight back begins again. Most of all, all it means for companies is more profit.
I don't know, maybe I am overthinking this entire situation. It is more likely I am just tired of eating salad when I have to sit through those KFC commercials though. Sigh.
I know most of you have Facebook accounts and occasionally roll off the couch here and there to post status updates. I am here to tell you, some of you are not writing the most exciting Facebook status updates. It's OK... these things happen!
We all know the goal of Facebook should be to entertain your friends and family members. So let's step it up out there. If you like to post a particular type of status update each time you login, spice it up each day. No one wants to hear the same mundane details of your life day after day... put a twist on it! Search for some funny status update ideas and then post them.
While we are on the subject, don't forget you can post videos on your Facebook page from YouTube. Maybe you downloaded a cool video. Well, you can share it. Maybe you found a great new music video. Well, share that, too. Remember, caring is sharing!
Don't forget to post funny photos or share funny photos, but also, don't overwhelm everyone on your friend list with them either. No one wants to see 10 photos in a row of weird animals. Choose one or two and share them. For those of you cluttering your friends news feed, it is not appreciated.
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Finally, at long last, the premiere of the 5th season of Destination Truth aired on Tuesday night. I am a die hard Destination Truth fan, and I was really excited to see it return. A Destination Truth marathon aired, and then 2 new back-to-back episodes were shown.
If you are a fan of Destination Truth, I do hope you continue to watch the show when it first airs. The show has not been getting the ratings it needs on Syfy channel. It almost did not return this season. If you are a fan, please make sure to view it each week to show your support.
The episodes that aired on Tuesday certainly did not disappoint. I've already gotten to see Josh fall in a river, get swept away with the current, fling himself off a bike into more water, and see Evan (a camera man from the past) return and have blood run out of his ear. Seriously, why is anyone NOT watching these shows? You just can't get this kind of entertainment anywhere else.
I do hope should the show ever be cancelled, perhaps another channel would pick it up. It is an entertaining show and I feel it would do well on other channels. Personally, I believe the Travel Channel should grab the show if they ever have a chance. After all, Josh and his crew go all over the world. They even go to countries I've never heard of before. It would be perfect. Instead of showing episodes of Ghost Adventures all night on Fridays and Saturdays, Destination Truth could take over one night. I would be more than happy to fall asleep while watching Josh Gates. Just saying.
If you are a big fan of Mob Wives, then I know you are a big fan of Big Ang. Luckily for all of us, her new show is premiering this Sunday on VH1. I am super excited. Mob Wives Chicago is fun, but doesn't have the edge the original show has. After all, they were fighting over Facebook a couple of weeks ago.
So now, I am all about Big Ang and her show. Give me my original mob wives peeps anyday. Get ready for all the wackiness and fun that is Big Ang. I know I'll be watching it.
I would like to take the time to save some of you out there some major embarrassment. I consider myself someone who is usually up on all pop culture references. I watch The Soup, check out the internet daily, and most of all, keep up with celebrity tweets on Twitter (don't worry, that last one was a joke). However, I was stumped recently.
While walking along the boardwalk in Ocean City, MD, my friend and I like looking at all the random t-shirts being sold at shops. This past week, we went to Ocean City and enjoyed the standard t-shirts with insults, celebrity references, and Jersey Shore quotes. But there was one shirt that popped up all over the place. Every shop had one or more versions of this shirt. They featured phrases like, "I am looking for Molly," or "Can you help me find Molly?" or "Molly makes me want to dance." We had only one question: who the hell is Molly?
Molly is quite the popular gal all over the boardwalk. There were even guys wearing the t-shirts everywhere we went. We were confused. We almost started to ask someone wearing the shirt, "Who is Molly?" Some shirts even had a photo of a girl with tape over her mouth. Is Molly missing? Has she been kidnapped? Wow, we were confused.
After taking some time to investigate this mystery once I got home, I learned Molly is actually a club drug. Molly is MDMA and a stronger form of Ecstasy. Apparently it is hard to find, which is why people are looking for Molly. Upon further investigation, I discovered there is even a music video devoted to Molly. The girl in the video is the girl whose photo was on the shirts. Well, now it all makes sense.
For me, personally, I feel pretty good that I did not know who or what Molly referred to on all the t-shirts. I am not into the drug scene, and therefore, I do not want to promote drugs in anyway in this blog. However, to save anyone else some embarrassment on the boardwalk this summer, I wanted to let you know the true meaning of these shirts. This way, you won't do something embarrassing like approach a random guy wearing a Molly shirt. I don't think that would be such a great idea.
Even if I disapprove of drug use, I've found the song has actually grown on me. In my own warped way, I would like to believe some people were not even into the drug scene, but just simply liked the song. So here is a video in case you are interested...
P.S. This is definitely an R-rated video. If you are easily offended, don't bother watching this.
There was a time when I had doubts that frozen yogurt could be as good as ice cream. However, I was wrong! Frozen yogurt is better for you since it has live and active cultures in it. Also, it can be simply delicious.
A new frozen yogurt restaurant, Yolavie, opened up at my mall recently. Not only is the frozen yogurt wonderful, there are so many flavors to choose from. You can get peach, coconut, chocolate, cookies and cream, cake batter, red velvet, and more. Also, everything is self service, so you decide how much you want. Then you get to add the toppings you like to it. You can pick from strawberries, brownie bites, cheesecake bites, sprinkles, chocolate chip, gummy worms, syrup, etc. When you are done, you weigh it and pay for it.
I absolutely love the self service aspect of it. I am picky about my food and I can make sure it is made just the way I want it. If I want to add just one gummy worm with 30 chocolate chips, that is my right to do it!
I know I rarely encourage people to actually get off their couches, but it is well worth it to get this frozen yogurt. You won't even realize it isn't actually ice cream!
Are you ready to kick back and eat something so wrong, yet so right? Well, you'd better brace yourself! Trader Joe's has a new product called Cookie Butter. No, I am not kidding! Cookie Butter!
Cookie Butter looks just like peanut butter, yet it tastes like something you've never had before. Basically, it tastes like gingerbread squeezed into a jar. It is smooth like butter though. OK, it is kind of a mystery spread. It is quite sweet with a ginger snap flair to it. Nutella better look out!
What will you do with the Cookie Butter once you have it? Trader Joe's suggests using it on pancakes or waffles. You can also use it as a peanut butter substitute. You might want to serve it on ice cream or dip pretzels in it. I suggest simply taking a spoon and digging in. Have you ever eaten peanut butter straight from the jar? It works just as well for this product, too.
If you are looking for a new mystery treat, you should visit Trader Joe's and buy some of this stuff. It is delicious, yet so weird I can't describe it. With a review like that, how can you resist?
If you are a fan of Ghost Hunters, surely you know Grant is quitting the group. Yes, Grant decided he had a number of personal issues going on and needed to leave Ghost Hunters. This is disappointing, but also, it has given Syfy an opportunity to milk this event for all it is worth.
For weeks, Ghost Hunters commercials have announced, "Watch Grant's last days!" and "These are Grant's final investigations!" Seriously, they might want to calm down. We are all sad Grant is leaving, but it shouldn't be the only thing Syfy channel is talking about.
If I hear one more time, "Watch the episode that changes everything," I am going to scream. Syfy channel - stop trying to get ratings simply because Grant is leaving. What is next? "Tune in next season to see Grant show up on one episode for 5 minutes!" or "Witness Grant's return!" when Grant decides he wants to come back anyway.
Seriously, all of this is just silly. Let Grant leave and stop trying to make ratings out of it!
I am a huge fan of horror movies. I get really pumped when a new movie comes out that looks scary. As scary as Chernobyl Diaries looks in the previews, I refuse to watch this movie. Why, you might ask? How about a completely ridiculous premise.
First of all, anyone that knows me or reads my blog, knows I am huge fan of Destination Truth. The Destination Truth crew investigated Chernobyl in the 3rd season. Perhaps the writers of this movie should have watched that episode and taken notes on some things they could have done to make this movie even semi-realistic.
Chernobyl was the site of the worst nuclear accident of all time. The place is still full of radiation and extremely dangerous. I've watched clips from Chernobyl Diaries. Ummm... where are your suits? Where is the equipment? Where are your masks? You can't just walk into this location and not prepare at all. I mean, these people apparently do, but that is not realistic.
In the Destination Truth Chernobyl investigation episode, they had to receive special permission from the Ukraine government to visit the site. They went through not one, not two, but THREE military posts to get into the Chernobyl site. They also had to take a military representative with them. Furthermore, the military insisted they all drink some type of anti-radiation drink before entering the site. Once they got to the site, they had to wear suits and masks. They also took an instrument to detect radiation, and if the levels got too high, they had to leave that area. This actually happened quite a bit during their visit. The Destination Truth crew was also given a limited amount of time to stay on the site and then they had to leave.
So now, I understand Chernobyl Diaries is not based on a true story. I understand I must suspend some belief in any work of fiction. I mean, seriously, there are going to be ghosts and ghouls in the movie that I am sure don't exist. However, this is more than I can handle. If you want an audience to get on board with an idea, it has to have a somewhat likely premise. How did this group get past that many military posts? Why on earth would a group of people risk a very untimely death due to radiation? I just don't believe these things.
I appreciate the movie might be scary. However, it needs a reality check in a lot of ways. At least make them wear some masks or something. I refuse to believe a large group of people like that could sneak in, stay there, and not get caught by the military. Please, give me a more realistic version of this movie and maybe I will want to watch it.
If you like Gotye and Kimbra's song, "Somebody That I Used To Know," you would probably be interested to know there are many other great versions of the song... like A LOT of versions of this song.
A band called Walk Off The Earth covered the song and posted their video to YouTube. It has become an internet sensation since then. It features the 5 bandmates at a guitar all playing the one guitar. The musicians have great voices and they do a wonderful job with the song.
So then came the parodies! There are parodies of the original version, parodies of the Walk Off The Earth version, and even parodies of parodies! The entire "Somebody That I Used To Know" craze is now getting out of hand. You can't even look at someone's blog without reading about it. Like for instance, if you are reading this now, I am totally right! You can't even read my blog without hearing about "Somebody That I Used To Know."
If you want to watch some of the "Somebody That I Used To Know" videos, you can either search on YouTube for a number of quality parodies or remakes of the song, or you can check out: The Many Versions of "Somebody That I Used To Know." You will never get this song out of your head!
Why do my bananas have advertisements on them now?
Yes, it has really come to that. I am starting to notice a trend when I eat bananas. Products and movies are now being promoted on my bananas. Those little stickers on the side of the bananas? They are not just saying "Dole" anymore. Oh, no! They feature ads.
Are companies really this desperate to advertise that they have to put stickers on bananas now? How ridiculous is that? Can't I eat my banana without worrying about an ad? It is bad enough I am bombarded with ads whenever I watch TV. Now I have to see them when I eat fruit.
Yes, I have more questions than answers, but these are the things I think about each day. All I can say is, people, please leave my bananas alone! Don't I deserve to have one thing that isn't commercialized?
Happy Easter everyone! You might just want to sit back and relax today, but you should at least get up and eat some eggs. Who doesn't want to dye some eggs for Easter? Better yet, who doesn't want to eat some eggs for Easter? So try not to be a big couch potato today. Better yet, get some Easter candy and chow down. Most of all, have fun!
Check out this cute Easter music video while you are at it...
Are you in a really good mood right now? You don't want to be bummed out? Well, you'd better not read this blog then. This blog is all about being depressed. This is for the people that really need a good cry!
This blog is for those of you that just went through a break-up. Maybe you are simply considered dumping someone. Perhaps you just like to sit around and be depressed. Well, do I have the solution for you! You can check out the awesomeness of The Best Depressing Break-Up Songs to Wallow in Your Own Self-Pity.
Why wouldn't you want to feel sorry for yourself for a while? If you are going through a break-up, you deserve to be sad. Forget about all of those people telling you to cheer up! They don't know anything. Now is the time to really reflect on your mistakes and how you can change them next time. Consider it a growth experience.
If you want a taste of some of the great, depressing music videos that await you, here is a time-honored favorite: "Missing You" by John Waite. So grab that box of Kleenex and wallow in your own self-pity for a while!
If you were a fan of Rob & Big or Rob Dyrdek's Fantasy Factory, you are in luck! Fantasy Factory returns on Monday nights at 10. Better yet, if you were a fan of Bobby Light, Rob's alter ego, Bobby Light will be making his return.
Apparently, Bobby Light has gained some weight since his last appearance. Don't worry though... Big Black will also join in the fun, so it will be a great time. This season of the Fantasy Factory looks better than ever before.
Since Jersey Shore will be wrapping up its 5th season this coming Thursday, MTV has decided to give the fans a going away present. This weekend is the Jerzathon. For those of you that don't speak MTV language, this means there is a Jersey Shore marathon all weekend.
You get to see all the craziness that is Jersey Shore all day long. You can see Angelina walk out - twice, watch JWoww hit the Situation, see Deena begin her Jersey Shore journey, and watch various stalkers go after the guys. It is also a good time to learn about DTF, GTL, and any other Jersey Shore terms you don't fully understand yet.
So if you are sitting in front of your TV right now, it is a great time to watch Jersey Shore. Come on, you know you want to anyway, so go for it.
Wait a minute! Actors turned musicians! You don't say! Oh yes, I do. Plenty of actors have tried to cross over into the music world. Unfortunately, most actors do not succeed at all. However, it sure is fun to watch their music videos.
If you'd like to check out a list of actors that attempted to become musicians, make sure to visit: The Best (And Worst!) Actors That Tried To Be Musicians. You can see awesome videos from Bruce Willis, Eddie Murphy, Lindsay Lohan, Don Johnson, William Shatner, and so much more!
Whether you want to admit it or not, you might find yourself singing along. You might even just like some of these songs. Don't worry... no one ever has to know.
Are you a nerd? Do you like music? Chances are, you like nerdy music. Well, you are in luck. I've taken the time to compile a list of nerdy music videos just for someone like you!
The top 10 list for nerdiest music videos are:
Weezer - "Buddy Holly" Taylor Swift - "You Belong With Me" Lisa Loeb - "Stay" Adam Ant - "Goody Two Shoes" William Hung - "She Bangs" Clay Aiken - "Invisible" The Brady Bunch - "Sunshine Day" Beasties Boys - "Triple Trouble" The Carpenters - "Close to You" Weird Al Yankovic - "White and Nerdy"
For you couch potatoes out there, nothing should be more important than your electronics. However, some of you love your electronics so much, you haven't been able to part with your old stuff. Let's face it, it might be time to clean house if your electronics are really outdated.
Do you find yourself watching TV without a remote? Is it because your TV never had one? Are you actually getting up to walk across the room to change channels? Dude, you need a new TV.
Are you still taping your music on tapes? Are your favorite movies on VHS tape, or even worse, Beta tape? It might be time to get a DVD player or even just start using On Demand.
Do you have a corded phone? How about a typewriter instead of a computer? What about a Walkman?
These are all signs that your electronics are just too outdated! It is time to step it up and take that trip to Best Buy. Sure, this stuff might be valuable one day, but it won't be if you use it until it breaks. Do yourself a favor and upgrade your electronics.
I am always looking for new great singers and bands. Every now and then, I actually find them! The music industry seems to be actually improving right now. So here are some new acts you should check out: Dragonette
Apparently, I have been really missing out. Luckily, I heard this Dragonette song playing in a Nordstrom's Rack dressing room (no, I'm not kidding) and I've been hooked since then.
Fitz and the Tantrums
If you like old timey rock music or Motown, you might just love Fitz and the Tantrums. They kick it seriously old school. Their entire CD is made to look like a record album and their music is fabulous.
Yeasayer
Pronounced like "Yay sayer," I first heard this band on Conan. My favorite song is the one they actually performed that night on Conan's show called "The Devil and the Deed."
The Civil Wars
The Civil Wars are now a Grammy winning act, so I can't believe I am alone in believing they are a super awesome duo. Check out my favorite song by them called "Poison and Wine."
Foster the People
Last, but never least, is my new favorite band called Foster the People. They are a strange and quirky group of guys. Their songs are meaningful, yet sound light-hearted. If you don't listen to the lyrics, you can just dance without a care.
So... it is not an official Harry Potter Weekend on the Family Channel, but the Family Channel is showing enough Harry Potter movies to make it an unofficial Harry Potter Weekend. I am currently watching Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire on the Family Channel while typing this.
Check out your TV Guide listing to determine air times for all the Harry Potter movies this weekend. After all, many people are lucky and having a 3 day weekend for President's Day. If you are lucky enough to be one of those people, have a great weekend! Happy Harry Potter viewing!
For those of you like me, sorry. I understand. I have to go to work tomorrow, too. Boo for companies that try to take away my awesome TV viewing and make me work.
Even though I know Whitney Houston was not living the most healthy lifestyle ever, I am still shocked to say Whitney Houston was found dead today at 48. Right now, news stories are still coming in, so I don't believe a cause of death has been confirmed. Of course I am sure many people will claim it was drugs that took her life since she is known for smoking crack.
Right now, I am not jumping to any conclusions. There are too many rumors floating around about Whitney Houston's death and who knows the truth? What I do know is Whitney will be missed. She was a very a talented singer and it is a shame she passed away at such a young age.
Before judging her or spreading rumors about her, everyone should take the time to remember her back in the '80s and enjoy her music. Whitney Houston should be remembered at her best.
I don't want to sound like every other girly girl out there. I pride myself in being the type that is not into chick flicks and being able to handle all the same action movies guys love. However, I have to say when it comes to football, I hate it. I am the girliest of all girls. Now that football season is almost over, I am overjoyed.
I don't get it. Guys who never make it off the couch while eating Cheetos and drinking beer yell at the TV screen at teams they will never be athletically fit enough to play on. Who cares? Why are you yelling at some dude about a touchdown? Why are you screaming at the TV about a football game? You are sitting on the couch. That guy is out on a field somewhere doing something with his life. What is wrong with you?
I also do not understand the loyalty of teams. Oh, I live in Baltimore, so I am supposed to like the Ravens. So if I lived elsewhere, would it be unacceptable to like the Ravens? If I move, am I required to change teams? If so, doesn't that make me a fickle fan? What is that? That doesn't make sense to me either.
I am so relieved today is the Superbowl and it will officially be over soon. No more football talk for a while. No more listening to people talk irrationally about their teams. No wonder I like spring and summer so much - no football!
Are you tired of looking at all the Valentine's Day stuff at all the stores already? How about having to hear about the sappy love stories coming out in theaters or invading your favorite channels? Are you feed up with Valentine's Day? Yeah, it all stinks. Well, don't worry about it!
I've got the perfect list for you. Check out Best Anti-Love Songs For Valentine's Day! That is bound to cheer you up. For each love song, you can even watch the music video on YouTube. Boo to Valentine's Day! Yay to anti-love songs!
Recently, I've been hearing a lot of talk about voice activated TVs. Apparently a number of companies are trying to create this. I don't know about you, but I want to voice my unhappiness about this right now. I am not interested in a voice activated TV.
All day long, I have to be polite the the people I work with, friendly with people I meet on the street, and when I make a call to any company's number I have to talk to an automated service. I am tired of it! Now, when I get home and I can finally get some peace and quiet, am I going to have to have a conversation with my television, too? NO! I refuse!
I love my TV. It is the one thing that won't argue with me. I can just use a remote control and it is awesome. Why are companies trying to complicate something so easy and simple? As an example, my bank recently changed their extremely easy phone system to a more complex, super annoying phone system that I have to talk to in order to just hear my account balance. I used to punch in some numbers and I was done. Now I have to talk to something that is not human and I have to speak clearly or it gets confused. Back in the good old days, I could have a mouthful of food and still use the system. I can no longer enjoy that simplicity. I have to be polite to a machine.
I can't stand the thought that I may have that simple joy taken away from me and my TV viewing. Perhaps some people that lose the remote all the time might like this, but not me. Please please please... any executives from any companies that make televisions that read this (fat chance, I know), don't take away my one simple pleasure in life. Please don't make us all have voice activated TVs. I might actually just opt to read or something instead.
Maybe it is time to get off the couch. OK, I said it. Yes, it is the beginning of the New Year and perhaps it is time to get in shape. If you've been sitting around on the couch too much watching TV, you might want to consider getting up and working out.
Now let's keep in mind, there is no reason why you should have to stop watching TV just to workout. You should totally keep the TV and watch some DVDs instead. If you are interested in learning more about some of the best workout DVDs and what you can expect from them, you can check out: The Best Workout DVDs
Not only can you use some awesome workout DVDs to lose weight, you can also watch fitness programs On Demand. There is no reason to actually stray too far away from the couch to go to the gym. After all, you are going to want to lay down on the couch if the workouts get a little too difficult. So don't just sit there and get overweight. You can watch TV and workout at the same time!
I used to believe that because I did not like so-called "chick flicks" - tear jerkers, romance movies, and that type of thing - that was a major plus on my part with the guys. I thought this put me a cut above the rest. Many women force their guys to watch Sex and the City or something like that. Not me! I like slasher movies and comedies.
Recently, I learned I was terribly wrong with this assumption. More men today are being taught to be sensitive. There is nothing wrong with this, but for some reason, this also seems to mean men like "chick flicks" now. The funny thing is, guys think that is a major selling point for them. So many men tell me, "Hey, I like the Notebook... I even cried." Yeah, pal, you are a dime a dozen. Every dude likes chick flicks now.
So, for the record, if you are a dude that loves chick flicks, you are not alone. Trust me, you are really really not alone. If you are a woman that thinks bragging about your dislike for chick flicks is going to get you anywhere, it just isn't. This is the way the world works now. So now, I've got to think of something else that will impress the dudes. Bummer.
Some people tend to think MTV's Jersey Shore has nothing useful to offer its viewers, but I beg to differ. I have learned so many wonderful new facts from watching Jersey Shore. I am ever so grateful Jersey Shore returned to MTV last Thursday. I am sure there is much more to learn!
I now know the meaning of the terms GTL, grenades, gorilla juicehead, and smushing. I also understand the importance of a good tan. I realize it is better to be orange than pale.
Aside from those educational moments, I've also learned some new dance moves, such as the Jersey Turnpike and fist pumping. I know how to have a great dance battle. I also know how to dress (or not dress) when going to the clubs.
As if all of that was not enough, I've even learned some awesome fight moves. I am ready to defend myself at a moment's notice now.
Thanks, Jersey Shore! You've made my life better in so many ways!
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Sometimes you have to learn things the hard way in life. Other times, you can learn valuable life lessons just by watching horror movies. You don't believe me? Well, let me clue you in on some things you've probably already learned just by watching horror movies.
If an axe murderer is chasing you, don't you try to run out the door instead of running up the stairs? Thanks, horror movies! We now know that is the rule.
If you have to go into the woods, do you go alone or take a friend along? Of course you take your friend with you! You know if you split up the crazed killer will get you!
When you meet a new man with mommy issues, don't you think he might be a creep that tries to kill you in the shower? Of course! You can thank Alfred Hitchcock for that one.
Would you ever drop the knife or the gun just because you believe the killer is dead? Never! The killer never dies the first time around. You must remain prepared.
All of this knowledge comes from watching horror movies. Where would we be without them? Probably dead in a ditch somewhere, that is where. So before you insult horror movies, I suggest you take a second look at them and discover how useful they truly are.
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