Friday, February 26, 2010

A Bottle Of Wine!

A Touching Story All Women Will Adore...........


For all of the women who are married, were married, wish you were married, or wish you weren't married, this is something to smile about the next time you see a bottle of wine....

Jen was driving home from one of her entertainment trips in Northern Arizona when she saw an elderly Navajo woman walking on the side of the road.

As the trip was a long and quiet one, Jen stopped the car and asked the Navajo woman if she would like a ride.

With a silent nod of thanks, the woman got into the car.

Resuming the journey, Jen tried in vain to make a bit of small talk with the Navajo woman.

The old woman just sat silently, looking intently at everything she saw, studying every little detail, until she noticed a brown bag on the seat next to Jen.

"What in bag?" asked the old woman.

Jen looked down at the brown bag and said,"It's a bottle of wine. I got it for my husband."

The Navajo woman was silent for another moment or two. Then speaking with the quiet wisdom of an elder, she said,

"Good Trade".

Thursday, February 25, 2010

American Idol Results








The American Idol results had a few surprises. I think America got it wrong when they didn't keep Joe Munoz who was much better then Tim Urban but that's now history. The other 3 that were voted off were: Tyler Grady, who's comments were bleeped after the result was announced. The 2 girls were Janell Wheeler a wine sales rep, and Ashley Rodriguez.
Guest appearances by Allison Iraheta a strong rocker from last years show.

and Kris Allen last years American Idol.


A side note on judge Kara..... She behaved tonight with her husband watching her from his front row seat.

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

American Idol -- Guys Turn.









Tonight it was the guys turn. Todrick Hall opened and wasn't one of the better ones. I think he will move on though. Moving through the remaining 11, here's how I saw it.
Top 6 : Casey James, Aaron Kelly, Joe Munoz, "Big Mike" Lynche, Tyler Grady,and Lee Dewyze.
Bottom 6 who join Todrick are: Jermaine Sellers, Alex Lambert, Andrew Garcia, John Park, and Tim Urban.
I think John Park and Tim Urban will be gone. We'll see tomorrow when 2 girls and 2 guys are cut.

Now to judge Kara. She is really hot for Casey James. Simon called her a "Cougar" and it is really apparent she is seeing stars when she sees 27 year old Casey. I agree with Simon, Kara is a married "Cougar."

Go to http://www.americanidol.com/ and judge for yourself.

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

American Idol-- Top 12 Girls Get It On!









As Idol got under way Tuesday, Ellen had a little comedic go with Simon. She told Ryan that Simon was hitting on her at the last show. NO WAY SIMON WOULD HIT ON ELLEN D.

Then the top 12 girls tried there best. Some we very good, some were ok, and some were not to good.
Top 6 were: Paige Miles, Crystal Bowersox, Siobhan Magnus,Lilly Scott, and Katie Stevens.
Bottom 6 were: DiDi Benami, Katelyn Epperly, Michelle Delamor, Lacey Brown, Haeley Vaughn,and Ashley Rodriguez.
I think Haeley and Ashley will be going home.


Tomorrow night it's the guys turn.

Sunday, February 21, 2010

Merle & Kris -- Two Old Guys Still Havin' Fun !!

Merle Haggard & Kris Kristofferson can still sing. They put together a nice concert of old country music that each one has written and recorded during their long careers. It happened last night at the Rosemont Theatre. Kris opened.



Here's Kris singing "Help Me Make It Through The Night"



Kris with "Lovin' You Was Easier Then Anything I'll Ever Do Again"



Merle with "Another Drink Of Wine"

Merle singing "Run Away Woman"



Merle singing "Love Is Alway Pretty When Its New"


The only bad thing about the concert was the $20 parking! $20!!!!

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Eric Clapton's Crossroads Concert


Eric Clapton's Crossroads Concert tickets go on sale Saturday at 10a.
The Concert Feature's: Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood, Allman Brothers Band, ZZ Top, John Mayer, Sheryl Crow, BB King, Jeff Beck, Buddy Guy, Jimmie Vaughan, Robert Cray, Robert Randolph, Sonny Landreth, Vince Gill, Joe Bonamassa, Albert Lee, Bert Jansch, Doyle Branhall II, Gary Clark Jr., Keb Mo, James Burton, Hubert Sumlin, Earl Klugh, Joao Gilberto, Pino Daniele, David Hidalgo and Cesar Rosas of Los Lobos!
The concert is at Toyota Park Saturday June 26, Gates open at 10a.
I went to the second Concert a few years ago and it was the greatest with many of the same musicians. Funny Man Bill Murray hosted the last concert, maybe he'll host this one too!! Its an all day ROCKIN' GOOD TIME !!

AMERICAN IDOL - Top 24


American Idol now has its top 24. The Wednesday show completed the field. Seven had made it Tuesday.
The Wednesday program opened with Janell Wheeler making it. Then 16 contestants more were given the good news.Some of the better ones are:

DiDi Benami and Crystal Bowersox. Check out their earlier audition.

"Didi Benami and Crystal Bowersox"


Casey James was a favorite of Kara's. Watch.


"Casey James"




And "Big Mike" Lynche was another good one. Here's Mike's earlier audition.


"Big Mike Lynch"


The program ended with the song "Hallelujah" and this photo.

Monday, February 15, 2010

Winter !


Not Musical but..... An Italian's Confession.

An Italian's Confession


An elderly Italian man who lived on the outskirts of Rimini, Italy, went to the local church for confession.

When the priest slid open the panel in the confessional, the man said,"Father.. During World War II, a beautiful Jewish woman from our neighborhood knocked urgently on my door and asked me to hide her from the Nazis. So I hid her in my attic."

The priest replied,"That was a wonderful thing you did, and you have no need to confess that."

"There's more to tell, Father. She started to repay me with sexual favors. This happened several times a week, and sometimes twice on Sundays."

The priest said, "That was a long time ago and by doing what you did, you placed the two of you in great danger, but two people under those circumstances can easily succumb to the weakness of the flesh. However, if you are truly sorry for you actions, you are indeed forgiven."

"Thank you Father. That's a great load off my mind. I do have one more question."

"And what is that?" asked the priest.

"Should I tell her the war is over?"

Friday, February 12, 2010

JOSH TURNER on David Letterman's Show


Here is one of my favorite Country Singers!!
















JOSH TURNER on David Letterman singing "Your Smile" from his new CD "Haywire."

(click below)


"Your Smile"

The "ROCKIN' OLD MAN" Finally Got His New Keyboard!


Thursday, February 11, 2010

American Idol -- Hollywood Week 2-10-2010









Last night were the group performances and 71 of the remaining 95 are moving on. These 95 had to organize themselves into small groups and do group performances for the Idol judges.

Some of the better ones that advanced were: Tim Urban, a 20 year old college student from Duncanville TX; Maddie Penrose, a 18 year old HS student from Murry,UT; Jeff Goldford, a 28 year old consultant, singer and songwriter from Chicago; Jermaine Sellers, a 26 year old church singer from Joliet,IL; Mary Powers, a 29 year old singer from Burbank,CA; and Hope Johnson, a 20 year old bartender from Arlington,TX.

Here were three other's who were pretty good and advanced.


"Andrew Garcia, Katie Stevens, and JB Ahfua"



The next round begins next Tuesday.

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Crazy Heart !!


Jeff Bridges as " Bad Blake" was teriffic !! You like music? You like country? Go see this fine movie. I think Bridges will win an Oscar for his role in this movie. Check it out!!

American Idol -- Hollywood!


Ellen joined the judges on American Idol from Hollywood and added her comedic remarks to several wannabe's. I'll post both nights tomorrow.

Monday, February 8, 2010

The WHO at the Superbowl.

Well they are not as good as they used to be but are any of us?
It's still The Who!! Roger Daltrey hasn't changed much and can still sing. Pete Townshend's act never changes either but I think his voice has suffered. Well you judge.

(click below)


"The WHO"

Saturday, February 6, 2010

Professional Championship Bullriding and JAKE OWEN !!


Professional Championship Bullriding and Jake Owen Friday night at the Sears Centre.



A couple of my "neighbors for the night," who have never seen bullriding, loved it.
















What a sport! These cowboy's take their live in their hands climbing on those BIG bulls!!
Look here:













Now a little barrel racing and a little clowning around.









Then Jake took the stage.









Check out Jake's new song, "Eight Second Ride."

And to top the night off, my good friend, Leah, gave me her new calender. What a "Hottie."

Thursday, February 4, 2010

American Idol -- Now on to Hollywood !









Wednesday ended the preliminaries and the show featured highlights to date. Much was again shown of General Larry Platt and his "Pants on the Ground" which has caught on all over the country.

Out of over 100,000 auditions , 181 move on to hollywood begining next Tuesday.

After seven audition cities, the lucky Golden Ticket holders will have to endure an intense rehearsal schedule and pressure-packed auditions as they vie for a spot among the Top 24. The newest judge, Ellen DeGeneres, joins Simon, Kara, and Randy as they continue to wittle down the group to 24.

The "Hollywood Round" episodes air Tuesday,2/9; Wednesday, 2/10; and Tuesday, 2/16. On Wednesday, 2/17, the Top 24 semi-finalists will be revealed and the LIVE performance shows will begin the following Tuesday, 2/23 and Wednesday, 2/24 on FOX.

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

American Idol -- Denver










Well tonights the last auditions before moving to Hollywood. Last night 26 more hopefuls made it.


Victoris Beckham again was guest judge and she looked really HOT!! Wow, what a beauty, wish I played soccer!!
The night was filled with a lot of weird costumes and strange voices.

Ok on to the show.
1st up was Mark Labriola and he is moving on to Hollywood, check him out.


"Mark Labriola"

Here are some other kids that are moving on.


"Kimberly Kerbow"


"Nicci Nix"


"Danelle Hayes"


And Last laugh at this one.


"Bikini Boy"

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

New From APPLE !

Apple does it again!












Apple announced today that it has developed a breast implant that can store and play music. The iTit will cost from $4990 to $6990, depending on cup and speaker size. This is considered a major social breakthrough, because women are always complaining about men staring at their breasts and not listening to them.