By Deirdre

September 8, 2008 2:54 PM | Link to this

That’s a nice top 5, Rodney. And Little Kellie Pickler is the only female.

If Chris is still reading this blog…HI!!!! :-)

On the VMA’s, I don’t think it was so much the comment he made about the promise rings as it was that he wouldn’t leave it alone. The youngest Jonas is 15. He should have just dropped the subject.

By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,

September 8, 2008 3:00 PM | Link to this

thanks Rodney — I actually think that Blake might be a fun AIer to see live in a small venue — he’s got personality, attitude, is fairly cute (if you like that type) and seems to enjoy what he does a lot, which translates well especially in a small venue. plus, i think he’s pretty innovative, much more so than some who made it “big” — well, into the top 12 @ year, LOL!!! I’d surely pay $10 to see him if it weren’t so far for me to go, and certainly would do so over someone like… say…. sanjaya or malubay, just as an example.

but as to your dedication to “us” and AI … you know we love you, respect you, and appreciate you!!!

you da’ MAN! (to use what is probably an incredibly outdated line, LOL!)

By Nana

September 8, 2008 3:10 PM | Link to this

Nice top five Rodney. At times, I would like to be a reporter in order to meet and greet. I imagine that after a while, some of the excitment goes away.

Josh would be a good one to see again for those of you who have already seem him. I wouldn’t mind seeing him or some of the other idols, such as Ruben.

By Justin

September 8, 2008 3:28 PM | Link to this

I was shocked when Jordin said that… she must be really hurt by it when someone mocks that kinda thing..

By JTesla

September 8, 2008 3:38 PM | Link to this

Well Pickler and Sligh were my favorite interviews to read, and when I say read I mean that Rodney had some really good pictures of Kellie the last time he interviewed her. So keep getting us the interviews. Blake would make for a good October interview when he comes to town, for 10 bucks and the cost of a few beers I’d go see him.

I’d hate to see how rabid the Jonas Brothers fans could be. Put them in a cage with Archie fans and see what we get.

By Nana

September 8, 2008 3:42 PM | Link to this

About ready to call it a day and head towards home.

Everyone had a safe drive home and a great evening.

By Lara

September 8, 2008 4:45 PM | Link to this

WHAT?! Rodney, I am ashamed….Bo Bice didn’t make the top 5? Tell me he is at least #6…..

Long day, busy day…tomorrow will be worse!

By Missy

September 8, 2008 9:38 PM | Link to this

I’ve plunked down my $10 and I can’t wait to see Blake Lewis at Vinyl in October. He seems well suited to that sort of venue. I gather that he isn’t your proverbial “cup of tea,” but since when does somebody have to be a “star” to be a nice guy? Or to deliver an enjoyable show? An interview by you would be nice. Unexpected, but nice.

By Rodney Ho

September 8, 2008 10:37 PM | Link to this

Honestly, I’ll try to make the Blake concert and will interview him. He does seem like a fairly grounded guy and not at all unrealistic in terms of his own star power. I’m sure he was surprised he even made the top 2.

By Harmony

September 8, 2008 10:38 PM | Link to this

Hey Everyone!!!

I’m praying for all of you,those of you that asked for prayers and those of you who didn’t. I try to include everyone in my prayers and not leave anyone out. Linny,you will probably be just fine. My cousin (electrocuted) and Deirdre’s friend were not supposed to survive, yet they do!

I wonder if War Eagle has that grand son yet? As of right now, my grand son will be named Asa, I hope that they don’t change their minds because I’m already referring to him as Asa.

I’m seeing alot of ex idols on the CMA show on ABC…Carrie…Kellie…Bucky… Did I forget anyone?

By ,,,=^..^=,,, from home

September 8, 2008 10:39 PM | Link to this

watchin’ the CMAs and sending out a big hug and hello to Mitch and Paul, where ever you are … hoping you made it to CMAfest this year, guys, and are loving every minute of it!

By Nana

September 9, 2008 5:24 AM | Link to this

Good Morning Bloggers.

Hope you all had a very pleasant evening.

Ran into some very heavy rain yesterday on my way home. Couldn’t even see the road. Was not a happy camper when I finally got home after 1hr and 47 minutes.

Now I have to do it all over again and head out the door. Y’ll drive careful this morning and be safe.

By Deirdre

September 9, 2008 8:54 AM | Link to this

Morning!

Hope y’all enjoyed the CMA’s last night.

I’m a fan of The Sarah Conner Chronicles so I taped that and watched a Netflix film that had been sitting around my house for about 2 weeks. It was one of the WORST movies I’ve ever seen. It’s called Bug. It’s a movie version of one of those existential plays that are good on stage but do NOT translate well on screen.

The performances were outstanding. Ashley Judd, Michael Shannon and Harry Connick Jr were all wonderful but the story….yuck!

My basement is almost completely finished after the septic tank disaster. The new rug was installed yesterday and the place is starting to look good again.

My new mattress arrives today…and none too soon since I hardly slept at all last night.

OK, that’s the story of my life…how’re y’all doing? :-)

By Nana

September 9, 2008 9:20 AM | Link to this

D: Glad things are getting back to normal for you. Hopefully, you will get a good night sleep tonight on your new mattress. Let us know how you and hubby like it.

I only saw the 1st hour of CMA and taped the last to watch later. What I saw, I enjoyed. Kellie did hew new song “Don’t you know you’re Beautiful.” Not to sure about Bucky. I will say that his looks has changed since he was on AI.

I won’t be on to much today. New boss is here with bank auditors, so I will be pretty busy. Just had 401(k) auditors a couple weeks ago, so here we go again. Ugh, Ugh, Ugh.

D, linny, and others, keep the conversation flowing.

By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,

September 9, 2008 9:41 AM | Link to this

Thanks gang. Hope you are all having a great morning. Any suggestions for increasing iron in my blood? they wouldn’t take my donation for the first time in years, hemoglobin count was low :-( … i know, eat spinach, broccoli, liver (BARF)… any other ideas?

By Deirdre

September 9, 2008 9:50 AM | Link to this

Daily vitamin? You know…the “silver” kind! :-(

I love liver but it’s not as good for you as some people used to think…too much bad cholesterol.

I get plenty of broccoli by tossing it with garlic, onions and olive oil and throwing in a little sundried tomato. And spinach salads with feta, tomato and onion are good too!

By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,

September 9, 2008 10:19 AM | Link to this

mmmmmmaking mmmmmmmmme hungry! thanks D!!

By harrietth

September 9, 2008 1:35 PM | Link to this

Hey, everyone. I was swamped yesterday and will be in a late meeting today, so not much time to peek in or to post. Have a minute now. D, was it you who said you were looking forward to Fringe? The pilot is on tonight for an hour and a half, I believe. But, AGT is on,too, so I will have to dvr one and watch the other. I will be glad when Heroes comes back on, for sure. Hope they don’t have too many of the good shows going up against each other.

By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,

September 9, 2008 2:39 PM | Link to this

harrietth, i know it may be a while before you see this, but i too am looking forward to Heroes returning! And yep, will have to DVR Fringe and watch AGT, or vice versa, depending on hubby’s mood!

There are quite a few shows I’m looking to give a try … probably will not be all that impressed with some and love others … anyone else watched “Raising the Bar”? I was never a Hill Street Blues, LA Law, etc. fan, Bochco (sp??) isn’t my favorite by a long shot, but it’s ok.

By Nana

September 9, 2008 3:26 PM | Link to this

Whew, auditors done for the day, but will be back in the morning. I have personnel files all over my office. Looks like a tornado came through. Not only are these the bank auditors, but the BIG guys came to redo the 401(k) audit. Since we have a new CFO, we have to have double audits!!!!!!!! Ain’t fun………….

I’m going to wrap my day and head home. Maybe I will miss the rain. Anyway, those of you who are driving home, be safe and drive careful.