Sunday, February 7, 2010
Thursday, February 4, 2010
I'll Take Door Number 3
I make Lady happyI spent most of Wednesday in a Hospital waiting room.
My Father was having an "elective" procedure and I didn't want to leave the hospital while it was being performed.
His age was scary enough but after I heard the anesthesiologist say "I'd like a crash cart in the operating room" after looking over his chart, I decided going to the Mall just wouldn't have the same "fun".
So I stayed.
(He's fine.) And is resting comfortably with my Brother tonight.
But this post isn't about the hospital waiting room. Or the procedure.
It's about what passes for daytime television in America.
And I have a just few questions/comments/suggestions/etc about my five hours spent in Daytime TV Hell:
1. Who the hell is watching this crap? From what I can tell from the advertisements, the average watcher is, a 75 year old unemployed person who is incontinent, obese and can't walk.
2. The "new" LET'S MAKE A DEAL, blows. Not only is it cheaply produced, everyone got "zonked" and/or looked pissed with their prizes. And I would too if I won an entertainment center worth $8,000.00. What would that "win" mean to me? Well, State sales tax equalling about $800.00 and a resale value of about $1,000.00 on Craigslist. Meanwhile, a large room of adults dressed like idiots screamed for a chance to be humiliated in order to receive 50 bucks. Given the current economic climate, these people no longer seemed "quirky" as in the old days with the wonderful Monty Hall. The smell of desperation was clear. And depressing. Monty managed to bring just enough sanity to a ridiculous premise, Plus, there was Carol Merrel. Wayne Brady? He's just awkward.
3. Who's watching Soap Operas? Please tell me. I had no idea they were still on. However, in the course of just 45 minutes I was able to figure out exactly what was happening to each character. Either I am awesome or these are truly written for idiots . Or for those thinking Nicholas Sparks is genius. (I think I know the answer to this.)
4. If I didn't think I suffered from irritable leg syndrome, clinical depression or needed to talk to a bad lawyer about having a DUI,
I do now.
5. Judge Judy is oddly is cool. I feel weird even saying that.
6. Rachel Ray's show doesn't suck.
7. Dr. Phil does.
I also read (and nearly finished) "Push", the book "Precious" (the movie) is based on. Not exactly the "feel good" moment I may have needed,
but it's a quick read and I was happy for the diversion. It's always nice to know my life isn't as bad as someone else's.
Did you have a good week?
Ultimately,
I did.
I'll be back for Mute Monday, the theme is SUPER.
To which I say,
Go Saints!
My Father was having an "elective" procedure and I didn't want to leave the hospital while it was being performed.
His age was scary enough but after I heard the anesthesiologist say "I'd like a crash cart in the operating room" after looking over his chart, I decided going to the Mall just wouldn't have the same "fun".
So I stayed.
(He's fine.) And is resting comfortably with my Brother tonight.
But this post isn't about the hospital waiting room. Or the procedure.
It's about what passes for daytime television in America.
And I have a just few questions/comments/suggestions/etc about my five hours spent in Daytime TV Hell:
1. Who the hell is watching this crap? From what I can tell from the advertisements, the average watcher is, a 75 year old unemployed person who is incontinent, obese and can't walk.
2. The "new" LET'S MAKE A DEAL, blows. Not only is it cheaply produced, everyone got "zonked" and/or looked pissed with their prizes. And I would too if I won an entertainment center worth $8,000.00. What would that "win" mean to me? Well, State sales tax equalling about $800.00 and a resale value of about $1,000.00 on Craigslist. Meanwhile, a large room of adults dressed like idiots screamed for a chance to be humiliated in order to receive 50 bucks. Given the current economic climate, these people no longer seemed "quirky" as in the old days with the wonderful Monty Hall. The smell of desperation was clear. And depressing. Monty managed to bring just enough sanity to a ridiculous premise, Plus, there was Carol Merrel. Wayne Brady? He's just awkward.
3. Who's watching Soap Operas? Please tell me. I had no idea they were still on. However, in the course of just 45 minutes I was able to figure out exactly what was happening to each character. Either I am awesome or these are truly written for idiots . Or for those thinking Nicholas Sparks is genius. (I think I know the answer to this.)
4. If I didn't think I suffered from irritable leg syndrome, clinical depression or needed to talk to a bad lawyer about having a DUI,
I do now.
5. Judge Judy is oddly is cool. I feel weird even saying that.
6. Rachel Ray's show doesn't suck.
7. Dr. Phil does.
I also read (and nearly finished) "Push", the book "Precious" (the movie) is based on. Not exactly the "feel good" moment I may have needed,
but it's a quick read and I was happy for the diversion. It's always nice to know my life isn't as bad as someone else's.
Did you have a good week?
Ultimately,
I did.
I'll be back for Mute Monday, the theme is SUPER.
To which I say,
Go Saints!
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
CULINARY CHALLENGE - Beef N' Beans
Chef Karl is our host for the latest Food Challenge and he picked,
Beef n' Beans,
for the subject of this week's challenge.
Which means what to a vegetarian?
Well, actually a whole bunch of,
Soybeans. (And a little vodka.)
Please join Judge Moi and the rest for their entries. And then ask yourself,
"why aren't I in this challenge?"
And then next time?
Join in!
and visit the others who are participating this week to learn a little about cooking and a whole lot about creativity.
I'll be back on Friday.
Have a great week.
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