Monthly Archives: February 2009
Seriously, America voted for this?
Adam Lambert singing “A Change Is Gonna Come” I’m sorry, but no way is that gonna win it all. (Via MJ)
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Two of my faves: Newt and Mitt
Well it’s CPAC time again, kiddos, and both Newt and Mitt delivered pretty fantastic speeches: Read Mitt’s here. Watch Newt’s here. The NYT magazine had a massive feature on Newt today… honestly, not the best use of time because you … Continue reading
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Food for thought
The Daily Beast put together a list of reality show dos and don’ts. It’s missing some of the crucial rules that Eric, Elena, and I have put together (generally specific to Top Chef and American Idol, but still). CNN goes … Continue reading
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For some reason, I don’t think this person is actually from the U.S.
I’m subletting my room, (email me if you’re interested), but most of the responses I’m getting are something like this: Hello am [fake name redacted] from usa,i will like to secure the room cos i will be back to state … Continue reading
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Ugh
Okay, so I’m very generous in sharing my Zagat password, but seriously, who do you people share it with? I hit reset. If you want access again, ask me, but the answer may be no (let’s be real though, it’ll … Continue reading
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Friday dose of cuteness
I’m home on poodle duty and overwhelmed by my own 6 pounds of cuddable fun, but thought you all might appreciate something furry too: Thanks Britta! (Pictures via ZooBorns)
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My mom’s favorite child is our dog
My father just sent this to the family listserve from Mexico (where he and Mommy are celebrating their 40th anniversary): Missy – please remember to pick up Audrey. That’s it for now. [Mom] didn’t say anything about the rest of … Continue reading
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Republican Reading List
Some post-non-State of the Union thoughts and more. Matt Welch explains the President’s contradictions John Avlon is at CPAC figuring out how to bring the Republicans out of the wilderness Foundry (The Heritage Blog) doesn’t like Obama’s tax proposals Congressman … Continue reading
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My day has come!
I just received this email: Why, yes, ETS. I have a lot of things to say about my “experience” with you.
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American Idol Recap: Second Set of 12
Wow, disappointing week is a total understatement. I have fundamental problems with the entire set up this season: it doesn’t allow good singers to get their feet wet on the big stage and rewards the judges’ favorites like there’s no … Continue reading
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Still recovering
Frankly, last night was one of the most disappointing nights in the history of American television. First I watched Hosea, the least qualified cheftestant finalist win “Top Chef” in a massive and miserable upset over Hootie Hoo Carla. Then, I … Continue reading
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American Idol Quote of the Day
Full Idol thoughts will come later today, BUT anyone who saw last night’s performance was probably just as fantastically let down by Matt Giraud as I was. As a preview, here’s Mike’s take on Matt: I think the reason he’s … Continue reading
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Lenten Promises
Today is Ash Wednesday which means the start of Lent. This year, I’m giving up sweets and Facebook-stalking. I thought about giving up Facebook, but since people use it for messages, I want to be able to reply and I … Continue reading
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Haagen Dazs takes a cue from Breyers…
Haagen Dazs has launched a new line of ice creams called “Five” featuring a maximum of five ingredients. This might sound new/hip/relevant to the whole Alice Waters simpler foods movement, but Breyers had a 10-year old girl advertising that they … Continue reading
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Republican Reading List
With some non-Republican appearances this time around! Christopher Buckley wants us to remember his father, William F. Buckley Jeffrey Sachs thinks the economy needs stable policies and not a stimulus Michael Gerson introduces us to the Jindal phenomenon (especially worth … Continue reading
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Brief thoughts on a long speech
Honestly, I was disheartened simply because I disagreed with so much of what President Obama was saying tonight. Will Wilkinson said it much better on the Cato* live blog: Oratorywise, so good. Ideawise, so weak. Combination, so dangerous. Jindal followed … Continue reading
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I hate to post this, but it did make me laugh
Someone created a new logo/t-shirt for the Yankees. Now, I am obviously very much against this, but the “commercial” created by an unfortunate Red Sox fan with the cutest kid EVER, was just too adorable to ignore. So anti-Yankee readers … Continue reading
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Fascinating early look at 2012 Republican presidential candidates courtesy of Nate Silver
Nate’s whole post is worth a read, but as usual, he found an interesting way to graph it all. Here’s his map of some of the early/whispered candidates. I’m 90% sure that the blue is for people who’ve held some … Continue reading
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