The Celebrity Apprentice

I truly think that Donald Trump has producers whispering in his ears to NOT fire Star or NeNe!  Last night's episode was such a blowout and had to have pretty high ratings because I was riveted and screamed at the TV when it the show stopped to see Obama speak.  And then he was late coming on.  I was so mad that I went to bed early, at least for me. 

Back to Celebrity Apprentice...I know that Star and NeNe make for good TV watching and I know that honestly Hope should have gone a long time ago, I totally forgot she was on it for a few weeks.  So I have not problem that he fired Hope but, WOW, what an episode.  NeNe should have been fired because she was the reason why they lost the task, but who wants to watch Star just run the show without some friction!  I hope that in the finale, though, there are 2 men...Lil' John and John Rich!! I love those guys and I think that it will be great to watch at the finale. 

Keep watching, it just keep getting more interesting.

To watch NeNe Leakes yell at Star Jones, click here.

The Office

What a great episode for Steve Carrell's last show!  The Office has been around for many years and those who love it have grown to know Michael Scott's ways.  The writers and Steve Carrell and cast made it a fabulous last day for Michael Scott.  There were quirks and laughs and extremes.  I laughed and teared up more times than I care to admit. I love how Micheal and Jim parted and I screamed when Pam pulled in as Michael's taxi pulled away.  I am proud of the writers.  They stayed true to the show and to the characters. 

By the end we knew Michael wasn't coming for the party, but we waited.  The addition, as short as it may be, of Will Farrell has been fabulous.  I like Will Farrell in most of his work but they have allowed the audience to choose to hate him and miss Steve Carrell.  I am excited to see how things turn out in the last few episodes.  There are some big names dropping in.  Next season should be interesting, I am willing to watch, but if last night was the last episode I were to see I would be satisfied.

To watch Steve Carrell's final episode, click here.

Happy Endings

A new show on ABC called Happy Endings is getting some great reviews.  I watched the first few episodes and they were good, but as I watch they get better and better!  I love the people and how they are not the typical characters you see everyday.  This group of 6 (yes, I know, Friends...but remember, I love them too!)  This group is barely 30 and have already known each other for about 10 years.  I think that dynamic is harder to create than when  people meet for the first time as the series starts. 

There is a married couple - mixed race - and, guess what, nobody talks about it!! Yeah!! The wife is a little neurotic and maybe a little crazy.  Her husband is Damon Wayan's son!! He is so funny.  He is married but at times plays the typical gay character.  I guess he is in touch with his feminine side. 

There is a gay guy, but he is SO not the typical gay character - he loves sports, dresses badly, etc.  He has great lines and it is refreshing to have something different.

The "ultimate single girl" really wants to not be single.  She has a guy she "really likes" each show.  Her characeter hasn't developed much but she has great lines.

The last 2 characters were suppose to get married, in the first episode, but she left him at the alter.  Of course, they are trying to be friends and probably will be back together.  Neither of their characters have been developed yet but there are endless possibilites. 

Tune in and see if this show really will have Happy Endings!

Dancing with the Stars

What is wrong with you people?!?!?!?  OK, Kendra can shake her rear and her chest, but she really is BAD!!! Chris Jericho was great.  I know that Ralph may go soon and hopefully Kirstie will make it to the finals, but Kendra...seriously??  Next week will truly make or break some of these couples because they have 2 dances.  They didn't say if it was a group dance or team dances or a dance marathon, but whatever it may be, hopefully the strong will shine and Kendra will go!  Can't wait 'til Monday when it's LLLIIIVVVEEE!!

The Celebrity Apprentice

It's very interesting how The Celebrity Apprentice is turning out.  I am ready for Star Jones to get taken down and it should be so good.  I think that Lotoya Jackson was very smart and sweet but she didn't have the raw animal drive that Star and NeNe have.  The guys team will continue, but at some point Meatloaf will have to go.  He may become the next Gary Busey.  I will keep tuning in, will you???

Cougar Town

I am so glad Cougar Town is back on and this week we get two!!  Courtney Cox and gang are so funny and original.  The show starts each week with a tongue and cheek laugh from the makers Cougar Town.  They have realized the the name is not fitting, actually pretty awful for such a great show.  Especially since now Courtney's character is dating someone her own age!  I love the dynamics of the different characters and the few regular walk-ons that spice up a scene. 

Courtney Cox is Jules Cobb and the mother of college student Travis Cobb (played by Dan Bryd).  Jules is much like Monica from Friends, kind of neurotic, and very protective.   She has a huge glass to drink wine from when she is in really bad shape.  (The prop guy says that this wine glass is actually a candle holder!) 

Bobby Cobb is played by Brian Van Holt.  He is Jules' ex-husband who lives on his boat (which is dry docked), he is an ex-golf pro who still drives around in his golf cart and he truly is a "man-child!"  Oh, yeah, he invented Penny Can!

Jules' neighbor and best friend is Ellie Torres played by Christa Miller.  For those of you who watched Scrubs, you will recognize her as Dr. Cox's crazy wife.  She is very much the same character, however, you saw her babies more in Scrubs than you do in Cougar Town.  Her husband Andy (Ian Gomez) doesn't ever have the baby either but you don't care because they are so funny anyways!

The last one in the group is Laurie Keller (played by Busy Philipps from Dawson's Creek).  She is a realtor that works with Jules.  She is the ditsy blond in the group and plays it really well.  Good one line from her throughout the show.

Watch and you will see why Courtney Cox has already been nominated for an Emmy and why the show has been picked up for its third season.

To watch full episodes of Cougar Town, click here.

The Celebrity Apprentice

Good-bye to the craziest competitor that Celebrity Apprentice has ever seen!!  So long Gary Busey - NOBODY WILL MISS YOU!!

The next few weeks will be the best, they will be mixing the groups soon.  I wonder how long Star Jones will be around and who will really take her down.  I think John Rich is another big contender and will stay in the mix a while.  I can't wait to see who gets to have the $250,000 given to their charity, even though they have raised more than that in a single event already.  Things are getting interesting.

Saturday night

I hate Saturday nights!!!

Now that I have your attention, I don't really hate Saturday nights but during the summer, Saturday night television sucks! I am the person that on Saturday night (if I have nothing else going on) I catch up on my DVRed shows and then...NOTHING!!! During the summer it is even worse because I don't have anyting on my DVR and so...well...I watch reruns. Reruns are not bad, I love reruns of my favorite old shows, if you can find them on TV.  I just wish there was more original television during the summer, or at least on Saturday nights. 

OK, TV People, I want more original TV on Saturday nights and please remember that not all people go out of town or go to the movies during the summer - so don't make us watch reruns or, worse yet, bad TV. You have an audience - USE US!!

What do you watch on Saturday nights?

Modern Family

I am one of the many, many people on the Modern Family happy train!  I LOVE THIS SHOW!! It is one of the best written shows on TV today.  It is smart, funny and unexpected.  Of course there are times they go for the easy or obvious laugh but when they do it might not be at the expected time.  They have fresh jokes and impeccable comedic timing.  The adults are perfectly casted and the kids are not nearly as annoying, and tend to have better lines than most shows with kids. I think the take of the new nuclear family is different and everyone can see a little of their family somewhere.  Yes, oh, yes, it is a Modern Family love fest!!

To watch full episodes of Modern Family, click here.

Dancing with the Stars

What can I say...So long Sugar Ray Leonard!  I enjoyed seeing such a legend try something new, but he was so NOT on my radar that I was surprised almost every week because I forgot that he was even on on the show.  When I think about it, I can't remember what he did for the first 2 dances.  I remember his Paso, but only because he tried to box while he danced.  Also the Paso is my favorite dance and I thought he did it pretty poorly!  The "waltz" he did Monday night was kind of weird.  He sort of danced, he sort of didn't.  I really didn't know what to think except that he seemed to enjoy himself.  Oh well, bye-bye Sugar Ray!

As far as the other celebrities go...Step it up!  Show us what you have!  You all can do better!  Keep the entertainment coming and we will keep watching.  I can't wait 'til Monday night to see what they do for Patriotic week!

Dancing with the Stars

OK, I didn't get to watch last night, but I just finished Dancing with the Stars.  Kirstie has been klutzy and definitely not at her best.  Kendra is just become annoying and she doesn't seem to be getting any better.  Also, she needs to keep her mouth shut when the judges talk, hasn't she seen the show before?

 I am starting to like Chris Jericho more and more. He is getting better with every dance.  I love his partner, Cheryl, but it would be nice to see one of the other girls win. 

Chelsea Kane has been doing better as a dancer, I have just not liked what she was dancing. I really wish Mark Ballas wasn't trying so hard and go back to just making the dances good instead of making things too creative...it's like he is trying to make up for not having Derek Hough on the show this season.

Elimination night tonight!!!

Who do you think should go???

Mike and Molly

Unfortunately I feel I need to put this show in the category of What you're Not watching.  It has been renewed for next season, but there is never any press except for when it first premiered.  Mike and Molly is one of, if not, the only comedy on TV right now that has plus size people as the main characters. 

Billy Gardell plays Officer Mike Biggs and Melissa McCarthy (Sookie from Gilmore Girls) plays a teacher named Molly Flynn.  These two characters meet at an Overeaters Anonymous and completely hit it off.  Of course the show has its fat jokes, how could it not, but they are tasteful and not hurtful.  Oh, and it's FUNNY!  I applaud CBS for keeping the show on and letting these characters develop and not just be the butt of bad fat jokes. 

The supporting cast is also fabulous.  Mike's police partner still lives with his mouthy, religious grandmother.  (Plenty of jokes there!)  Molly still lives with her gorgeous figured family, a 'loose' mom and pot smoking, sister.  (Plenty more jokes!)  The diner that Mike and his partner frequent often, is run by Samuel (Nyambi Nyambi), from the country of Senegal, who comes with the best one liners of the show. (He needs more face time and MORE lines!) 

This show is a little gem. I hope it lasts and continues to just get better.

To watch full episodes of Mike and Molly, click here.

Hawaii Five-O

I am not sure if I should put this show in the category of My Series Picks, What you're Not watching, or Guilty Pleasures.  I hear things about the show, but not much, and when I mention it to others they seem to think I may be crazy for not only watching it but also liking it. It is different from the original Hawaii Five-O. (Thankfully they kept the theme song!) 

The cast is great and fun to watch.  Alex O'Loughlin plays Steve McGarrett, the head of the special police force called Five-O.  He takes off his shirt a lot (I mean it is Hawaii) and he seems to be near or around where the action is at all times.  Scott Caan is Danny "Danno" Williams.  He has some of the best lines (minus 'Book'em Danno!").  He is the smart-ass in the show and it fits him well.  Daniel Dae Kim, Chin Ho Kelly, is the only recognizable face (unless you watch Entourage, and you would know Scott Caan).  Daniel Dae Kim is probably the best actor and most believable of the cast.  Being a huge LOST fan, it has been nice to watch him again and see him have the opportunity to change outfits every show and maybe more than once in an episode.  Grace Park , Kono Kalakaua, is the youngest and least experienced in the cast.  She fits well and holds her own with the all male testosterone .

Even if you don't feel that the cast is pretty enough to watch then the majestic scenery of Hawaii is like candy for the eyes.  Of course you can always tune in to see the random Hawaiian guy in big flower shirts.  I am hooked and enjoy loosing myself in the police action, beautiful cast and dramatic scenic shots.

To watch full episodes of Hawaii Five-O, click here.

The Kennedys miniseries

It has been interesting to watch the different parts of The Kennedys miniseries over the last few nights.  I have also watched a few of the behind the scenes shows,  and I am absolutely interested and intrigued.  It definitely doesn't have a place on the History channel, but it is very entertaining television. Tonight is the finale in 2 parts. 

In the first part, Marilyn Monroe will be singing "Happy Birthday, Mr. President!" in a handmade crystal dress that she can barely walk in.  Also, by the end of Part 1 JFK will be shot.  I have been impressed that the "television" coverage has been recreated except for some of the real people that they decided not to cast - Walter Cronkite.  I am curious, though, to see if they show him actually being shot or if they cut away or try to piece together real footage.

In part 2, the finale, there will be the grieving for JFK and much more.  The finale will go up to Bobby being shot and Jackie being proposed to by Onassis.  I am riveted and can't wait to see how they finish this.  I hope some of you have been watching, I would love to hear your take on the entertainment behind The Kennedys.

For more information on The Kennedys miniseries, click here.

Blue Bloods

I love Tom Selleck and Donnie Wahlberg was/is in one of my favorite childhood bands (New Kids on the Block), so Blue Bloods is right up my alley.  Tom Selleck is the police commissioner and Donnie Wahlberg is his son and a police detective.  There is another daughter who is a District Attorney and the youngest son is a beat cop.  So this family is all about doing right and being good.  Sounds boring and who wants to watch that but it is more than meets-the-eye. 


There is plenty of conflict and a case to solve each show, but it's not really about the cases. The family is where the drama, humor and heart come from.  The dynamics with Tom Selleck and each of his kids, their significant others and his grandchildren make the show fantastic.  One of the unique parts about most of the episodes is that they sit as a family on Sundays and have a meal together.  (I haven't seen that since 7th Heaven.)


Turn it on for the police chase action, and of course that spectacular moustache (or as Son calls it a "mousnache") and stay for the well-developed characters and the heart-felt connections. I will be watching tonight, will you?

To watch full episodes of Blue Bloods, click here.

Breaking In

Breaking In is a new 30 minute comedy with Christain Slater.  The premise is that this company is hired by banks, big companies and wealthy private families to break into their businesses, homes, computer systems,  rob them and then report back to advise how to make teh security better.  

Christian Slater runs the company Contra Security and has a fabulous supporting cast (some recognizeable and others not).  The show is fast pace and has cut-aways to show background info.  There is a definite momentum and it was over before I knew it. I as left wanting more!  With all the different scenarios and, as long as the writers can keep up, there will be enough options to cokeep the show running for a while.

To read more about Breaking In, click here.

Sesame Street

For those of you with older children, no children or you just choose not to watch Sesame Street, you are missing out on some of the best comedy sketches on TV.  Of course it is educational, of course it still has great guest stars, and a whole bunch of fun furry monsters. 

But this is not you parents Sesame Street (the show is 40+ years old ) and they may not even recognize the show.  When I was little I watched avidly through elementary because I would watch with my brother and sister, also.  I continued to love Sesame Street and then started watching the Muppets, Muppet movies  and Fraggle Rock.  Of course as an adult I had no reason to watch but after Daughter and then Son were born I was excited to see that it was still on and it had evolved. 

New characters have been added: Elmo, Zoe, Rosita, Abby, Murray, and several real people have all moved onto the famous street.  What has blown my mind has been the small sketches that are played during the show.  Some of my favorites in the past 6 years have been: "A's Anatomy" (where they were trying to put together a capital A), "The American I" (where letters aaudition in front of 3 recognizable Muppet judges to become the next I), "The Closer" (where a Kyra Sedgwick Muppet goes around the office closing cases, literally) , "The 'A' Team" (where the the different monsters want to be a part of a team that dresses like an A), and "The O show" (where the letter O - voiced by Oprah herself - hosts a show dedicated to the letter O - and you get an oboe, and you get an oboe and you get an oboe!)  I have to admit that there are times when I would rather watch Sesame Street instead of Saturday Night Live - the sketches are better!!

They have also added "Abby's Flying Fairy School", "Bert and Ernie's Great Adventures", "Elmo's World" and "Super Grover 2.0".  I am very thankful that not only is Sesame Street still providing my children with wonderful educational information, but also it is extremely tolerable if not enjoyable to me as a parent that has to watch!

What to watch...

As I look at my scheduled recordings on my DVR I realize I have more shows to watch than hours in my night.  I am sure I will watch Dancing with the Stars: Elimination tonight because I can fast forward through a lot of the wait time and dramatic music.  But after that I will have to choose what to watch.  If you are in the same dilemma or want to try a new show here are a few tidbits about 3 of the shows that I listed.

No Ordinary Family - A family has received super powers after an airplane crash.  Cool special effects and great family dynamics.  Of course their are "bad guys" (as Son would say!) and things seem to work out at the end of most shows, but very entertaining.

The Good Wife - Lawyers, politicians and great acting.  Julianna Margulies, Chris Noth and a slew of wonderful actors make up this cast and the writing keeps the show at a fast pace...it is nice to have a show that makes you think and is enjoyable.

Parenthood - Family, family and more family.  Talk about great dynamics, great acting, and great writing.  If you aren't watching this, and you have a family or came from a family (so everybody!) you should be watching this.  I see myself, or part of our family, in every show and with different characters.  The best part is the dialogue that the characters have with each other, it just seems so real, like it was taken from my kitchen.

Depending on how my night is going will depend on what I watch tonight, but at least I know that whatever I choose it will be good TV!

The Kennedys miniseries

I decided to see what the fuss was about and why the History channel chose not to air The Kennedys....I completely understand.  The miniseries (which started Sunday night on the Reelz channel and has 8 parts) makes for good TV watching, but definitely doesn't have the air about it to seem as true to history as some other movies about the Kennedys. 

Tom Wilkinson (Joe Kennedy) is the father and head of the Kennedy empire.  He runs a tight ship to say the least and has high expectations, and since he can't accomplish them, he pressures the boys to accomplish them for him. Neither JFK nor Bobby seem interested in politics.However,  Joe puts them into politics, he doesn't suggest it , he just does it. Tom Wilkinson plays this part well, if that is what the producer was looking for.

Greg Kinnear (JFK) does a fine job.  I don't feel he has nailed the accent but does some good acting.  The part that annoys me with him is that it seems that the producer has a book of pictures of JFK and keeps asking Greg Kinnear to pause during a scene so it looks like the real JFK.  Now, I do think that out of all the actors,  Greg Kinnear looks that most like his character, but give me a break, let the scene happen naturally...without pauses!

Katie Holmes (Jackie Kennedy) seems the least believable.  She is REALLY trying. She is trying to get the accent (not really working), she is trying to be the doting/worried/upset wife (seems fake). OK, I believe that she is pregnant (not too hard to believe - she looks pregnant!)

Barry Pepper, with a big prosthetic nose,  portrays Bobby Kennedy.  So far I like him the most.  I don't know too much about Bobby, but right now he doesn't annoy me and seems to stand up to his dad a little.  I am interested to see how he does in the long run.

The miniseries is good TV watching and I will continue to watch to see how these actors play out such significant historical moments. I am intrigued!

Challenge accepted

I thought about what I wrote yesterday,  and realized I had a few shows recorded on my DVR. I was going to watch those and then I saw Nurse Jackie was starting on Showtime, so I decided to accept my own challenge that I posted yesterday. After Nurse Jackie I watched United States of Tara.  Hubby stayed interested during both, at least I think he did.

Nurse Jackie - Edie Falco has made such a name for herself not only in The Sopranos but also in Nurse Jackie.  The show was funny and dramatic.  I liked some of the characters and would be interested in trying another episode. 

United States of Tara - All I had heard about this show was that Toni Collete's character had multiple personalities.  I was interested to see how it worked.  This episode was the season premiere and I watched and waited for the personalities to emerge.  Not until the last 2 minutes did it happen and, boy, was I riveted.  I just may have to watch a few more episodes.  

To watch complete episodes of Nurse Jackie or United States of Tara, click here.

OK, It's Saturday night...

and there is nothing on TV.  There is nothing at the Redbox, or at the movie theater.  You could read  a book, play on the computer or Wii, or even pull out a board game.  OR you could challenge yourself to try a new show. Video on Demand (VOD) is awesome and rarely used for more than movies or kids shows (at least at my house). Tonight would be the perfect night to learn about your VOD and try a new show.  So what if it's the middlle of a season, you can always catch up online if you fall in love with the show.  Hubby and I watched an episode of Entourage one summer and then caught up on VOD, and it was so great becasuse there's no wait time between eposodes. 
Another option would be to stop scrolling past those  "I've-seen-these-already" reruns and indulge, reminisce and rewatch one of your favorite old shows.  What I truly love about rewatching The Cosby Show is that I have a new perspective on it now that I am a mom.  When the shows were on originally I was a kid and watched it as a kid, now I get so much more as the adult and parent.  At times it's like watching a new show.


OR you could just turn your TV off and find something else to do.

Grey's Anatomy

What can I say?  I think I am going to rewatch this episode because the whole musical aspect threw me for a loop.  I was expecting it and anticipating it being "cheesy" and maybe even "lame."  But I wasn't expecting that I would like  it.  I love musicals, but I wasn't sure how they were going to work it into such a dramatic show.  It was done better than I thought.
Sara Ramirez (Callie) has a beautiful voice and had double duty in this episode.  Her singing most naturally fit into the show because of the whole out--of-body experience. The others sometimes seemed to come out of nowhere.  


I was very surprised with the different actors that could sing.  We already knew that Chandra Wilson (Bailey) could sing - she sang a lullaby to her son in a different episode.  But some were big surprises, like Chyler Leigh (Lexie).  She was belted out a few notes that I was ready to cringe for, but thankfully she hit beautifully.  Eric Dane (Mark Sloan), Justin Chambers (Alex Karev) and Jessica Capshaw (Arizona) all were terrific.  The only one that truly bothered me every time he sang was Kevin McKidd (Owen Hunt). I don't know what it was but I just didn't care for his singing.  


This episode was a risk.  Grey's Anatomy has taken risks before - remember someone having sex with a ghost,  a new character entering to change everything (Addison), or even shooting main characters (a few different episodes). I think Executive Producer Shonda Rhimes wanted to try something and she did it well, but I am not sure that everyone will agree.  I hope she decides to stay true to the show for the rest of the season.
Good Job, Shondra.  I'm just not sure it was a great job. 


To watch full episodes of Grey's Anatomy, click here.

Mr. Sunshine

(Say without feeling or emotion)  
Mr. Sunshine, Yeah.
Being a huge fan of Friends, I was excited to see Matthew Perry in a new comedy series. Unfortunately, I think he plays his character, Ben, in a very similar way that he played Chandler.  Now,  I loved Chandler, but it will get kind of old if he's not careful.  The supporting characters, on the other hand, are the main reason I have continued to watch.


Allison Janney is Crystal the owner of the stadium.  She is completely different from her character CJ from The West Wing.  Crystal is the extreme and you really never know what she will say or what is even importtant to her.  She is my favorite character of the show and Allison portrays her perfectly.


Andrea Anders and James Lesure are terrific at Alice and Alonzo.  She is a former girlfriend of Ben's and a colleague.  Alonso is "Mr. Perfect", a former NBA champ and colleague of Ben. Oh, and Alice and Alonso are dating.


Nate Torrence and Portia Doubleday play Roman and Heather.  Roman is Crystal's son and lives with Ben.  He is the epitome of a man-child.  Heather is Ben's assistant and, well, is crazy.  Oh, and Roman and Heather are dating.  


The little nugget of gold is when Jorge Garcia appears. (Yes, LOST fans, Hugo!!) He plays the straight man that always gets a laugh.  


This show could have a good run, let's just see what the writers do!!


To watch full episodes of Mr. Sunshine, click here.

Body of Proof

The pilot episode premiered last night.  Dana Dalaney was very convincing as the medical examiner, Dr. Megan Hunt,  with a complicated past life.  There was only tidbits given out about her past, just enough to make you want more.   By the end I liked Dana's character but could understand why she doesn't have any friends. The writing was very good and Dana delivered well.  I hope the writers can keep it fresh and interesting.  


The secondary characters supported her well.  The male police detective, Det. Bud Morris, spars off with Dana few times and their chemistry worked.  The female police detective, Det. Samantha Baker,  didn't have many lines but  could develop if the writers let her.  The medical investigator, Peter Dunlop, (played by Nicholas Bishop) and Dana's character were together most of the show, but unfortunately the chemistry really wasn't there.  I hope it gets  better or it will just be annoying.  


This show has potential.  Let's hope it gets picked up for the fall so it can at least try to get off it's feet. 


To watch full episodes of Body of Proof, click here.

Dancing with the Stars

It is finally time for the first elimination!  There have already been such fun dances and beautiful dresses.  I did think that Chelsea and Mark's jive last night was borderline a freestyle.  It was fun but not as appropriate for Dancing with the Stars, more like So You Think You Can Dance.  Some of the other dancers did much better than the week before but for me there are 4 break out couples.


Ralph and Karina - He is the strongest overall and last night I think the judges forgot it was only the second dance.  Judges, get a grip and realize that he is doing so much better than most will do the whole season!


Kirstie and Maksim - What a combination!  I am totally waiting for the ego match between the two of them.  Also, won't it be great to see how much weight Kirstie can really lose?


Hines and Kym - First of all,  it is about time that Karina and Kym  got good partners.  I think they have been strapped with "loser" dancers from the beginning for too many seasons.  However, Hines lights up the dance floor whenever he steps on.  He needs to work on his skills and he just may beat out Kirstie.


Romeo and Chelsie - He is a charmer.  As Tom said the first show, he has danced more in 2 shows then his dad did the whole season!  I watched the season with Master P and I was very P-ed when he kept getting saved.  (What were you callers thinking?  It did make for good TV viewing, though.)  I can't wait to see how far Romeo gets.


Elimination tonight!  As Tom would say "Liiiiiiiiiivvvvvve!"


To watch full episodes of Dancing with the Stars, click here.

Celebrity Apprentice

Ding Dong, Dionne the Diva is gone!


Celebrity Apprentice has been known for having divas, not only the women but the men also.  Joan Rivers, Gene Simmons, and Dennis Rodman to name a few. Dionne, to me, was the silent diva.  No one saw her coming.  When Joan Rivers walks in somewhere, you know what you are going to get, but Dionne was different.  She was under the radar until she spoke and then it was laced with such arrogance.  She was condescending to everyone including Donald Trump.  As for the rest of the cast, I am trying to figure out how everything will go.  Star, Marlee, and NeNe have shown strength.  As for the men, each as shown strengths except for Jose Conseco and Gary Busey.  This season has intrigued me from the beginning. I can't wait to see how it ends.


To watch full episodes of Celebrity Apprentice, click here.

Max and Ruby

This show is very sweet.  The big sister, Ruby, and little brother, Max, live together in a 2 story house, however, parents are no where in sight.  Grandma lives down the street and is in many episodes, but these two rabbits do a lot alone.  They have friends over, they celebrate the holidays, they make cupcakes and Ruby has even fried an egg.   My kids love the show, especially because it is one, if not the only, show that has an older sister with a younger brother.  I think this show could use a few improvements: Max is definitely old enough to use complete sentences, and Ruby should actually watch what Max is doing.  The biggest improvement: ADD PARENTS!


To watch full episodes of Max & Ruby, click here.

CSI: Miami

This show is so funny. I mean, it's a drama police show, but David Caruso's one liners and sunglasses playime make the show so much more.  I love the characters: Delko, Calleigh, Ryan, Walter and the rest. The different episodes have so many guest stars and such cool visual editing, that it's like having a little piece of indulgent chocolate every Sunday.    One of the many fabulous entertainment centered magazines even suggested playing a drinking game while watching.  I sometimes wonder if my time watching this could be better spent watching something with more substance, but then I think about how many times I have enjoyed watching something that is so comedic without trying to be.  The characters keep bringing me back.  Yes, I am guilty of watching and loving CSI: Miami.


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Fringe

I was a huge LOST fan! (I came late to the show, but caught up thru DVD"s - actually that was much more fun and less wait time in between.)  I feel  if you were a LOST fan and you aren't watching Fringe, you are totally missing out.  Friday's episode was fantastic!  I love the sci-fi factor even if, sometimes, I watch part of the show with my face covered and my fingers open to peer thru.  The paranormal factor can be a bit gruesome at times.

However, this week just reaffirmed why I love Fringe.  Even though I was not a fan of the "alternate universe" when it first appeared, Fauxlivia's character developed well during this episode and she truly got my sympathy.  The characters' connections to each other in the "alternate universe" surpassed what they have had previously.

I feel like I have to think when I watch this show and sometimes that is exactly what I want.  I want a challenge to figure out what is going to come next.  A comedy is great when the jokes are fresh, a cop show is great when the unexpected did the crime, and a drama is great when they can stay one sep ahead of the audience.  I feel Fringe has done that!

*Also, I have a little crush on Joshua Jackson!*


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The Office

Yeah!! The Office was a hit from start to finish.  It was such a gem to watch.  I have been pretty disappointed with the previous shows this season, but from the garage sale to the candlelit proposal, The Office delivered.  Jim and Dwight's banter, Pam's camera glances, and Michael, well, Michael just being Michael.  It really was great.

Since the fall we have known that this is Steve Carell's last season.  Everyone has been waiting to figure out how he was exiting the show.  Cue previews...enter Will Farrell.  Interesting. He and Steve Carell are truly 2 peas in a pod, so for however long he stays he may not change the dynamics of the show all that much.  But...if his character is truly different than Michael Scott then watch out,"we could be in for a bumpy ride."


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Friends

I really wanted something in this category because I love watching reruns, especially shows I have seen so many times that I can recite lines.  I decided that I  should start this category off with my all-time favorite show: FRIENDS.

Here are some one liners that I love!!

Rachel: "...they're I-don't-need-a-job, I-don't-need-my-parents, I've-got-great-boots, boots."

Joey: "How you doin'?"

Chandler: "...And I just want a million dollars!"

Phoebe: "Smelly cat. Smelly cat, what are they feeding you?"

Jon Lovitz as restaurant owner Steve (he is completely stoned): " Tartlets...Tartlets...The word has lost all meaning."

Rachel (very pregnant speaking to her belly): " Get out! Get out! Get out!"

Chandler (to Phoebe and Rachel about his crazy roommate Eddie): "He's standing in the window holding a human head! He's standing in the window holding a human head!

Ross: " WE WERE ON A BREAK!!!"

I know some of these are random but still so funny.  I would love to hear your favorite lines from your favorite Old School TV show. Just let me know... maybe I know them, too.


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