Magalag review

PEOPLE 10/10/11 Jackie Kennedy

* This issue promotes Rosie O'Donnell's new show. Really?? Another talk show? Another Rosie show???? I find this woman to be so annoying therefore I will not be watching. I wonder if she will be successful. Her first show was. She wasn't successful on The View. I wonder what her personality will be like- saccharine Queen of Nice or nutty Princess of Politics? Guess I'll never know.

*Naomi Watts appears in an ad for Pantene, stating, "I am blown away by the research and science that goes into making Pantene." Really, Naomi?? It's soap. Yes, I realize there is chemistry involved, but...it's soap.

*This issue reviews the release of a deluxe anniversary edition of Nevermind, Nirvana's groundbreaking album (it gets 4 stars.) I remember listening to the CD in the car with John, driving around Richland Washington, and thinking, "Wow, this is really good." I remember seeing the video for SLTS the first time and again thinking, WOW!!". I am glad that the album is being celebrated on its 20 year anniversary. It is an icon, a legend, a masterpiece, a part of history. My fave song on it is Lithium, BTW.

*Tyradvertising rex rears his head again. More vitamin choices, kids: Centrum Pronutrients Omega 3, Probiotic, and Fruit and Veggie. These are SUPPLEMENTS to your regular vitamins. How about some tuna, yogurt, and carrots instead??? Tryanny of choice. Remember.

*People has a heroes among us segment and this week's focuses on a judge who created a school for troubled and in-trouble inner city teens from St. Louis. Judge Jimmie Edwards has inspired kids who have stabbed others with ice picks while wearing saggy pants to become better people through discipline, exercise, respect, and support. People like Judge Edwards inspire me.

* Yeah, Fitflops now come in boot style. Boo.

*This is not a PC thing to say, but ENOUGH WITH BREAST CANCER PRODUCTS!!!!!! Swiffer?!?!?!?!?!?!?! I don't need a pink mop!!!

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PEOPLE 10/17/11 Amanda Knox

*A reader writes to the MailBag to comment on an article about Dyan Cannon. She states that she (Cannon) "certainly doesn't look 72 years old!" A hint, Bridget from Columbia, MO- plastic surgery.

*StarTracks has pix from Gene Simmons' wedding to Shannon Tweed. A few comments: 1. What is up with his hair? 2. Does she really think a ring and a piece of paper are going to keep this lifetime playboy faithful? 3. Was this all for their show? 4. Why wasn't Ace at the wedding?

*Remember when Mnms came in only the regular colors and green and red for Christmas? Then came pink and white for Valentine's and red/white/blue for July 4th? Now there are Fall Colors. Arrrrrrggggggghhhhhhhh.

*I didn't follow the Amanda Knox case very closely but I was happy for her when she was acquitted and released. I just finished a book about the West Memphis Three and Amanda's case was similar regarding DNA evidence (or lack thereof) and circumstantial evidence. The Italian police needed someone to charge and Amanda was convenient. I hope she is able to restart her life in Seattle and finds recovery from her ordeal to be quick and easy.

*Demi and Ashton's article asks, "Will their marriage survive?". My answer: No.

*An update on Rosie's show lets us know that she had to get a new bra wardrobe because she previously did not wear bras. TMI, Rosie. TMI. She says she is bringing sexy back. Let's leave that job to Justin Timberlake.
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PEOPLE 10/24/11 Steve Jobs

*A reader writes to the MailBag about a story on Kirstie Alley's 100# weight loss. She gives kudos to the star for shedding weight but begs to differ with Ms. Alley's claim that she is now a size 6. I have to agree with Nancy Grube from Florida: Hollywood's size 6 is far larger than a real world size 6.

*Chapstick has a Facebook page. The tagline for the ad is "Where Do Lost Chapsticks Go?" and suggest that we Be Heard on their FB page. Seriously.

*As a woman who has not become a mother yet at the age of 42, it warms my heart and gives me hope when I read the story about Kristin Davis adopting an adorable baby girl!! Congrats to her and her new addition.

*There is a new book out about a woman who crafts with cat hair. I have plenty to donate if she runs low on her supply.

*A bunch of Elizabeth Taylor's stuff will be auctioned at Christie's on December 13th. If I had the money, I would bid on her pretty yellow wedding dress (Burton wedding #1), her Louis V. luggage set, her antique posset pot ( a gift from MJ), and her Taj Mahal necklace.

*Joan and Melissa Rivers talk in this issue about why they love Halloween. I bet they save a lot of money on masks since they both already look like monsters. Oh Snap!!

Okay, until next time...

Mag review

People 9/12/11 The Children of 9/11

*The cover of this issue is poignant; 9 year old Lauren McIntyre looks wistful and sad as she holds a pendant she wears around her neck, containing a picture of her father Donald, who died on September 11th. I feel so sad for all of the children who will only know their dead parents through oral histories and photographs.

* There is a new kind of BAND-AID: designer ones. The tag line is Hurt Couture and shows a fashion model in funky, high-heeled boots with a skinned knee. Jesus Christ, now we have another bandage choice?!?!?!?!? If you can't walk in your damn shoes, don't wear them. And if you skin your knee, don't buy fashion bandaids. Seriously, there are bigger things to worry about (says the woman who uses SpongeBob bandaids).

* A photo in StarTracks shows Cameron Diaz with a fake baby bump on the set of What To Expect When You Are Expecting. I can't remember if I have mentioned this before, but WHY IS A MOVIE BEING MADE BASED ON A PREGNANCY BOOK?!?!?!?!?!?!?!!?!?

*Scoop's article in this issue is about Petra Ecclestone, the heir to Formula One racing. Her wedding, at 22 years old, was estimated to have cost $8 million. Wowza. I don't have a problem with her spending her money how she wants but Holy Cow! I hope her marriage lasts and that the money was worth spending.

*So, believe it or not, there are reality show-born romances that have lasted! Trista and Ryan, Rob and Amber, Ethan and Jenna, and a few other couples have stood the test of time (read: longer than a year). Not all of the couples are married but they all say that privacy, communication, and the lack of a need to be famous have helped maintain healthy and happy relationships. Cheers to them!!!

*The tyranny of choice strikes again! Diet Pepsi has a new skinny can because we need it, right? Wrong.

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People 9/19/11 with Kate and her 8

*This issue, as well as the previous, has a bunch of ads for fall's many new TV shows. This issue is plugging, among others, the revamped Charlie's Angels. I did not watch the original when I was a kid but I saw both movies (liked the first, the second, not so much. I have no interest in this new series. I can't imagine how it will make it with all the other shows that have similar plots. Then again, maybe it will be a breakout hit. The tagline of the ad is "They're Not Saints." Hopefully, for the three actresses, "They're Not Unemployed" in a few weeks.

*StarTracks has a photo of Slash, his wife Perla, and their two sons posing during the couple's vows renewal. Ironically, he is NOT wearing his famous top hat while her veil has a mini white replica of it on top. It looks horrid.

*Cottonelle toilet paper is now offering roll covers so that you can "Respect the Roll" that sits on the back of your toilet. I think I am going to have a stroke! WTF??? They are claiming that is is mean to leave their "most care-worthy roll yet" uncovered! I am sorry, but IT IS TOILET PAPER! It wipes your ass, your nose, holds boogers, and hair from the drain. And it is not a person! The ultimate show of respect for TP is to flush it down the toilet- that means it was chosen to be the one to keep the nether regions clean! Really though, just keep the TP under the sink and please do not succumb to the ploys of advertising encouraging the purchase of nonsense.

*There is an article about the West Memphis 3 being released from prison. I vaguely knew the details of this case. I am glad that these young men were freed and I applaud the efforts of their defense teams and supporters, famous and not, to shine light on the truth. I hope for peace, recovery, and strength for Damien Echols, Jessie Miskelley, and Jason Baldwin as they re-enter normal life.

*Kate Gosselin and her children are the cover story for this issue. She states, "My family can't be canceled." No, buy you could have canceled your show when you and your husband starting having on-air fights and were barely speaking. You could have canceled your show when two of your children were kicked out of their classroom for bad behavior. You could have canceled your show when it started having ANY negative effect on ANY member of your family. You could have canceled your show when you and your ex and your bodyguard and your ex's 20-something girlfriends became tabloid and paparazzi fodder. You could have chosen not to go on ANOTHER show (DWTS) and spend even more time away from your kids. I have NO sympathy whatsoever for you, Kate. You made your bed- now you and 8 innocent little kids get to sleep in it.

*Helen Mirren dated Liam Neeson??? She snorted coke??? Wow.

*Oy! As a picky and not adventurous eater, I LOLed at a piece about Fancy Ketchup. Caribbean Pink Guava ketchup? Jack Daniel's Maple? Banana ketchup? Blackberry?? My ketchup is from Heinz and is made with tomatoes. These are snobby, trendy sauces that I wouldn't put a french fry in if you paid me.

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People 9/26/11 with Toddlers and Tiaras

*A reader writes to the MailBag regarding KK's wedding to Kris Humphries, "This is a dream come true for Kim, and I can't wait to see what's next for her and hubby Kris." Umm, LOTS of money when their wedding is shown on E!, public fascination with their lives, public speculation when one of them is within 20 feet of a member of the opposite sex or when one of them is not wearing a wedding ring, meddling from family, TMI attempts at baby-making to be shown on television, and the inevitable break-up. Have fun!!!

*Although it is none of my beeswax, I find it amazing how fast George Clooney moved on to dating another woman (Stacey Keibler) after ending things with Elisabetta Canallis. I guess some people can't be alone. I also find it amazing (although I know what sells magazines) that everyone assumed that because J. Lo and Bradley Cooper had dinner that that means they are dating. I mean, if I was a business woman, as J. Lo is, and wanted to get together with someone to discuss business at dinner, I should be able to do that without people thinking I was on a date. This is when I feel sorry for celebrities.

*Okay, so Toddlers and Tiaras. I have mixed feelings about this show. I know a lot of it is melodramatic for ratings. I know that many of the kids like doing pageants and lead relatively normal lives when they aren't competing. I know that some of the kids truly are brats and that some of the moms are truly bitches. Many of these kids are precocious. Many of them will continue on in the pageant world. Many of them will learn valuable life skills while competing. My only hope is that as soon as one of the kids says she wants to stop, let her stop. And seriously, the slut outfits, fake boobs and plastic teeth need to go away NOW!!!

Okay! Back in a few weeks!!!





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Magazine review

People August 1 with J Lo on the cover-

*A few readers wrote to the MailBag about the "breakup" of Brad and Emily from the Bachelor. one stated "Maybe things would have been different had Emily and brad met in real life rather than on TV." I could not agree more. As I said in my last post, reality romance is unrealistic. Another reader writes that Emily needs to "dust herself off and get on with her life." Away from any offer to meet men on the television- for her sake and especially that of her young daughter.
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*There is an article titled Elin Nordegren Dating! I love that there is an exclamation point, like we should be surprised that she is seeing new men. She has not been with Tiger for a while now (thank god) so it should not be a surprise that she is going out with someone new.
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*An ad for Excedrin Migraine makes me need to remind people that the active ingredients in this medication and regular Excedrin are EXACTLY THE SAME!!!! Do not be fooled by the "choices" companies give you- you likely only need one headache medicine, type of toilet paper, dish soap, face wash, shampoo, cereal, etc...
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*Another reality/game show- Take The Money And Run. The ad asks, "Where would you hide $100,000?" My answer- my bank account :)
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*The cover article titled What Went Wrong? ponders the demise of J Lo and Marc Anthony's split. My opinion (yes, I know no one asked for it but here it is anyway)? Hollywood couples who have tons of money and can likely afford to not work ever again or at least less than they do, choose to do too many things that take them away from each other and the marriage breaks down, especially when the "through thick and thin, in good times and bad" bows are not abided by. I also think that marriage happens to quickly for a lot of these people- they don't really know each other that well and then are apart a lot or traveling too much (even traveling together can be stressful). Slow down. Get to know one another. Plan life slowly. Then maybe things will work out.
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People August 8 with Amy Winehouse on the cover-

* All I have to say about Amy is that I am very sad that she died and I hope her parents' broken hearts heal peacefully and swiftly.
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*A reader writes a letter to MailBag that echo my sentiments about Angie Harmon ( I wrote about her in the last post). The reader writes, "While I understand Ms. Harmon's being "miserable" when she is away from her family for long stretches, no one is forcing her to star in a TV show. Sometimes, no matter how much we protest, our choices reveal out true priorities. Angie should quit whining and confess that this is what she really wants to do." Amen, sista!
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*Kim Kardashian has filed a lawsuit against Old Navy, claiming they used a Kim lookalike who is being photographed by paps. Her charge? That the commercial has "created confusion...in the minds of the consuming public" about her association with Old Navy. Okay, Kim? First of all, NO ONE thinks you shop at Old Navy. Second? She (her name is Melissa Molinaro) is clearly not you, not identified as you, has different color hair than you... Get over yourself and your frivolous lawsuit.
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*Well, they didn't even make it to divorce. My least favorite "celebrities" have broken up before getting married. Kat Von D and Jesse James have ended their engagement. At least he can't cheat on another wife now, that is until he inevitably gets engaged again.
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*An ad for K*Y* Intense catches the eye with the word CLIMAX in bright pink letters. It states at the bottom of the page "Turn your little o into a BIG O". I say O Gross. I really don't need an ad selling me sex products, even scientifically proven ones, such as this (well, that's what it says in the fine print). You can even go to a website, IntenseEffect.com to see what other women are saying about their "bigger, better climax". Sounds mind blowing, right? No, that is really what it says. Barf.
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*On the Passages page, a report states that actor Eric Dane "briefly checked in to rehab" to get off pain pills. Now, since "briefly" is not defined in this case by a specific number, like 2 weeks or 6 months, we don't know how long he was in. But to me, rehab should not be brief. Hopefully he is recovered, but I would not be surprised if he enters rehab again because his demons have not been conquered.
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*Yeah! An ad for Premarin, a cream for menopausal or post-menopausal vaginal dryness!!! Does that mean women who use this won't need that KY jelly I talked about earlier??? Jesus, keep the genital problems at the doctors' office and out of my magazines. Oh, and the pic in the add is a vase full of wilted pink Gerber daisies with one in the middle standing straight up, like a erection. Classy.
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People Aug 15 with Bachelorette Ashley and JP, her new fiance on the cover-

*New reality show- Most Eligible Dallas. "The Brightest Lone Stars in the State.". Please God, make these shows stop!!
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*San Diego is in People again, this time as the story of the deaths at the Spreckels mansion is discussed. I am sure I have seen this house on Coronado but I don't know exactly where it is. A tragic story for sure.
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*Ashley and JP's article is titled Worth the Risk. What risk? That you will break up? You will. That you will be humilated on TV? You were (Ashley was). That you will not be rich and famous? You won't, at least not for any longer than the required 15 minutes. That you will fade away only to be back in a few years for Celebrity Lovers Who Met On An Island And Now Have To See Each Other Again With All The Other Celebrity Lovers On Another Island Where You All Have To Live In A One Room Shack And Outwit/Outplay/Outlast Each Other? You might.
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*This week's issue has ads for an overactive bladder med and one for depression. Is this because a bunch of women who bought the KY and Premarin are now leaky and sad because there significant others now know that sex is an option and are taking advantage of it?? Heh.
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*okay, on that note, I am caught up. See ya in a month or so!!

Magazine review

It has been a while so time to catch up:

July 11 issue of PEOPLE with a bachelorette on the cover-

*Once again, a reader is disappointed that a old-time star who died was not given a bigger recognition. James Arness died and was given a brief mention a few issues ago but one reader feels he was shafted. And I say, once again, James Arness is not relevant anymore. Yes, he was on Gunsmoke forever but I would bet that a vast majority of readers have no idea what Gunsmoke is (I never watched it) or who Arness was, People paid him a small tribute and that, in my mind, is satisfactory.

*There is a picture of the Smith family in Star Tracks and Jada is sitting spread-eagle in her chair next to her children. She has a smug look on her face that says (to me), "Look how cool my family and I are." Yuck. She looks so unladylike.

*A small article talks about Shannon Tweed wanting to leave Gene Simmons. I wouldn't blame her if she did. I am surprised she has stayed as long as she has. He, to me, is a slimy lothario. But he says he is not going to let her go. He has a lot of work to do to keep her, IMHO.

*The Bachelor's Emily says that her breakup with Brad Womack was her "worst nightmare." The more I ponder these romantic reality shows, the more I come to the realization how fake they are. My first thought when I read this was, "Well, what does she expect? She is looking for lasting love on TV." Then it hit me: this is not reality. These people want attention and want a chance in Hollywood and they are ACTING!!! Just like all the fights on Jerry Springer. These people get paid, get exposure, and get endorsements. It is easy money and easy fame, even if short-lived. And the stories sell the mags so it is a win-win for the "lovelorn" and the publishers. So, I will now make sure to have my shaker of salt with me when I read these articles.

*I think Jennifer Aniston's new boyfriend, Justin Theroux, is HOT!!!

*Peter Falk got a full page memorial (hopefully, enough for any irritated readers) and I just have to say that his line to his grandson at the end of Princess Bride is one of my all-time favorites and it makes me cry every time I see it. "As you wish."
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July 18th PEOPLE with Jaycee Dugard on the cover-

*Bristol Palin has written a memoir called Not Afraid of Life. Hmmm. Another book I will not be buying any of my conservative relatives for Christmas. In September, we get her baby daddy's autobiography. Now his I might read.

*What can I say about Jaycee Dugard? What an incredible person she is. The pictures of her in the mag and on the cover with genuine smiles and a content face make me so happy for her. I know she will likely suffer psychological problems for the rest of her life, but like Elizabeth Smart, I know she will be okay. I cannot imagine the joy her parents felt when they were reunited with their daughter. Jaycee's resilience is amazing as is her story. She is an inspiration.

*In contrast to the obvious love between William and Kate in pictures of their wedding day, pictures of Prince Albert of Monaco and his bride are lacking in the head-over-heels department. In a pic of then walking the recessional, she looks sour and he looks unsure. There were rumors that he had fathered yet another love-child while he was with his now-wife so it is no wonder she looks unhappy. In his vows, he thanked his bride for "putting up with my inconsistencies and idiosyncracies...". Maybe this is a good sign, though. Marriage is supposed to be through thick and thin, good times and bad. If only more people remembered these vows (myself included).

*Ad time- Sparkle paper towels are compared to an elephant in that they both have the ability to "soak up spills." but only Sparkle has "Thirst Pockets." Wow!!! Let me rush right out and buy some because my regular paper towels are just paper!!! Oh No!!! Wait, so is Sparkle. Don't be fooled. Paper towels are paper towels and if I have a spill big enough for "thirst pockets", I will just use cloth towels. Sheesh, the tyranny of choice.

*An article about Rizzoli and Isles actress Angie Harmon has her speaking to her homesickness as she films her show 2000 miles away from her home in North Carolina. She has 3 young daughters and a husband that she leaves behind for months so she can "work." She says it is hard to be away from them? I am sorry but boo f'ing hoo. Get a job at home. She has money (in the article, she is shopping and spends $837 on clothes) and so does he. She is not being forced to work in Los Angeles. Go home and be with your kids until they are older and don't need you around as much. Be with your husband. I know I mentioned sticking through good times and bad in the previous paragraph but this does not count in my book. There is a very easy solution to her "problem."
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July 25th PEOPLE with Duchess Catherine on the cover-

*Storage Wars!!! Yeah, another reality show. I am working on a pilot for my show, So U Wanna B an RVT. Ha!

*Scoop has a casting call in this issue for a prequel to Sex and the City. Selena Gomez as Charlotte? No- Selena is Latino and Charlotte is a WASP. Blake Lively as Carrie? Mmm, maybe. She is too tall in my opinion and just doesn't quite fit. Annalynne McCord as Samantha? Okay, I can see it. Emma Stone as Miranda? Not sure. Emma is a bit too spunky and happy for Miranda but then again, she is a good actress.

*This issue chronicles the Royals' trip to North America and I must say, there wasn't a single outfit Kate wore that I didn't like. They were all perfect. I especially liked the dress she wore to the polo event, the gown she wore for the BAFTA awards, and the skirt/blouse she wore on the flight home. That girl needs to eat a bit though- she is SKINNY!!!!!

*An article about Casey Anthony asks "What's next?" How about she disappear, change her face and her name, and reemerge as a new person somewhere small and quiet. She will be like OJ otherwise: a pariah, and outcast, a hated person. She has no choice but to hide.

*San Diego gets some recognition is the travel section titled Play in the Sand. The U.S. Open Sandcastle Competition is picked along with sandcastle comps in Vancouver and Amagansett, NY as a top spot to see some of the coolest beach sculptures in the world. Yo Yo Yo San Dee Eggo!!!!

That's it for this time. See ya in a few weeks...:)

A-Z Things I Love

A- Abby the dog at my work
B- baseball
C- Chik'N Nuggets
D- Dominic Howard of MUSE
E- extracting rotten teeth
F- french fries
G- green grapes
H- historic landmarks
I- ice cream
J- Jason Jacintho
K- kicking ass at Jeopardy
L- loose pants
M- Macfarlane, Seth
N- nice people
O- otters
P- pumpkin seeds
Q- quarries
R- road trips
S- Stewie Griffin
T- Target
U- United States
V- vegetables
X- xrays, looking at
Y- You
Z- Zoological Society of San Diego

Things I Hate A-Z

I am in a bit of a grumpy mood and tired of some people and some things and I feel like making a list of things that I hate/despise/gross me out/am sick of so here it goes.

A- arrogance
B- boogers, especially other people's
C- cart leavers. How lazy can you be?!?!?!?!?
D- dumb people
E- egg yolks, especially raw. Make me want to vomit.
F- (my) fatness
G- Glenn Beck
H- hot, humid weather
I- inconsiderate people
J- jazz (smooth)
K- Kobe Bryant
L- long lines at Starbucks, Disneyland, anywhere
M- mushrooms
N- new shoe blisters
O- Oakland Raiders
P- procrastination (my own)
Q- quiet talkers. Speak up so I can hear you!!!
R- ringworm
S- sand in my camera
T- tarantulas
U- uncomfortable chairs, clothes, beds, pillows, situations
V- vomit
W- Woods, Tiger
X- xrays (positioning for)
Y- yawning
Z- zaps from static

Okay, I feel better. I'll post a list of A-Z loves/likes/faves later ;)

Magazine review #4

People 3/14/11 with Mr. Duh Winning on the cover

A reader writes in the MailBag that she is disappointed that People included "the phrase WTF in the Jennifer Aniston interview." The reader states that "her use of the vulgar term desensitizes a violent word and sets a poor example for our children." I am sorry, Elizabeth Myers from Westminster MD, but JA has no obligation whatsoever to set any examples for "our children". That is the job of parents. And since when is "fuck" a violent word? Get over yourself and police your kids.
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There is yet another ad for a new tennis/exercise/running shoe called REEZIG. Its tagline is "more energy." Reebok says, "Try the shoe with the energy boost. Its unique low profile sole is designed to transfer each step into a wave of energy." Really. So all I have to do is wear a pair of shoes for more energy? Couldn't I just wear any low-soled shoe and get the same benefit? I call bull$hit. And hooking the naive and uninformed consumer. Boo Reebok.
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There is a little snippet catching up with the Bee Girl from the Blind Melon video, No Rain. I remember hearing that song and seeing its video for the first time and loving it and thinking the Bee Girl was so cute and carefree. It is neat to see her grownup. She doesn't have the costume because it is hanging in a Hard Rock cafe somewhere!
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Okay, this is the Oscar recap issue so this is for Jenny- I knew Bale and Firth would win, I suspected Portman would, and I really wasn't sure about Melissa Leo's chances. I loved these dresses- Natalie, Jennifer Lawrence, Michelle Williams, Hilary Swank, Mila Kunis, Cate, Amy Adams, Hayley Steinfeld. I did not like- Claire Danes, Penelope, Nicole, Scarlett, Marisa Tomei, J. Hud, Sandra. I thought Helena BC looked great for her- she wasn't wacky like she usually is. I thought Anne Hathaway was a little too excited and giddy and that Franco was off beat but not horrible and certainly not stoned- I think he is just too busy and was super tired. Oh yeah- one more outfit that was absolutely HORRID- Madonna. No one wants to see your 50 year old ass, no matter how toned it is.
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People 3/21/11 with Mr. Tiger blood and his sons on the cover

There is a picture of Taylor Momsen in the StarTracks. She is wearing a Tshirt, no bottoms, thigh high stockings with a garter on one leg, and multi-buckle, knee high platform boots. Oh yeah, and one of the stockings has a hole. I wore stuff my mom didn't like when I was a teenager, like shirts with buttons safety pinned on (I did not and still do not like to sew) and shoes she thought were not fit for public viewing. And my mother would not let me wear black pants because they were, in her opinion, too mature. I have to wonder what Taylor's mom and dad think about her clothing choices? Granted, she is a celebrity and in a rock band, however, if she were my star singer daughter, she would have to wear decent clothes in public. She is 17, for crying out loud!!
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In the music section, we find ourselves "Catching up with Trent Reznor"- he has won an Oscar (Cool!!), is scoring the American version of Girl with a Dragon Tattoo (Cool!!), and says he will monitor, when the time comes, his baby son's music choices, including the NIN song Closer. "I want to F@#K you like an animal!!!!!" Maybe he could change the lyrics to "I want to tuck you into bed!"
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There has been so much Charlie Sheen stuff lately, including in this issue. I will just say that I feel sorry for his sons and his daughters. I miss the Charlie from Platoon and Ferris Bueller. I am grossed out that he has 2 girlfriends. I think he is nuts. I think that he is actually, duh, losing. He just doesn't realize it and when he does it will be too late. It is already too late for 4 of his 5 children to ever have a normal remembrance of their dad.
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There is a story about Michael Flatley (Lord of the Dance) and his huge-ass castle-home in Ireland. The place is 40,000 square feet, has a bar, a screening room, a 6,000 book library, 16 suites, a whiskey room, and wine cellars. I guarantee a reader will write in and get his/her letter published in the MailBag, complaining how over-the-top, garish, inappropriate, and greedy Mr. Flatley is for owning this "home" and how the money he spent on his palace should have been donated to charity instead. And I can guarantee I will disagree with the writer. Good for him, I say. He earned the money and should be able to spend it as he pleases.
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The last page of People for a while has been to feature a celebrity and have them tell us "5 Facts About Me." Amanda Seyfried states she was "in the IN crowd but I was the outcast, the loser of the crowd." While that may be true, I have a hard time believing most of these stars who say they were "ugly", "nerds", "losers", or "wallflowers." Be honest! Tell us you were popular, attractive, talented! Even the loser of the in crowd is in.

Overdue magazine review #3

It's been awhile and I have read many magazines since my last review. Here's a catch up.

February 7th PEOPLE with Reese W. on the cover:

Jesse James has asked Kat Von D to marry him and she has said yes- to a man who if he hadn't been busted cheating or had never cheated at all would presumably still be married to Sandra Bullock. Now he says that 2010 was a great year because "he fell in love with his best friend." Well, goody goody gumdrops for him, not. What a piece of shit! He states that "she is an amazing woman who stood behind me when the world turned their backs." Well, what did he expect? He humiliated and broke the heart of America's sweetheart. The world was supporting her and rightfully turning backs to him. I will not be surprised when I inevitably buy a PEOPLE in the future with a cover story about Mr. James cheating on his new Mrs.
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In the Passages section, there is a tidbit about Roger Ebert getting a prosthetic for his cancer ravaged face. I say thank God because his mug is scary lookin'!
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There is a new book out by a kid's dad (who is also a pastor) called Heaven Is For Real. The kid, after a surgical procedure, told his parents he had been to "the throne room of God" and had met his miscarried sister. The dad says, "A child is their wildest imagination could not invent that." Uh, yes they could, especially if he had heard stories about this deceased sister. The dad says his son's story was not lead by he and his wife, stating, "If this was your kid, what would you believe?" Umm, I would believe in his "wildest imagination." Give credit to the kid, not God.
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February 14th PEOPLE with Halle B. on the cover:

Halle and her ex are fighting for custody of their daughter Nahla. With my oft-used disclaimer that, of course, I know nothing about any celebrity except for what I read in magazines, it sure seems to me that Halle Berry has shit luck in the relationship department. And I am not convinced it is always the guy that is the problem. Everything about her split from Gabriel Aubry was fine until he went on a few dates with Kim Kardashian and now Halle "has serious concerns" when Nahla's dad takes care of her? I hope they work things out for the sake of the kid. And maybe Halle could take a break from her career and rebound relationship to focus on her daughter.
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There is an article in this issue about Princess Charlotte of Monaco, who is now 24 years old and I must say, absolutely beautiful. She is an accomplished equestrian with Olympic hopes who seems to be a grounded, modest person. Her grandmother and father would be proud, I am sure.
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February 21st PEOPLE with Jennifer A. on the cover:

New reality show alert!! Shedding for the Wedding. And no, it is not about making wedding dresses out of cat and dog hair.
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There is a pic in the Star Tracks section of Eva Longoria with her new boyfriend. She JUST got divorced!! I know there is no rule for when to start a new relationship after the end of a previous one, but Wow!! A la Jesse James, I would imagine that if it weren't for inappropriate texts by her now-ex Tony Parker, he and Eva would still be married?? People sure to tend to move on quickly these days!
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There is always a plethora of ads for medications in People. There are at least 2 for depression med-helper meds. Seroquel XR is one of the newest. Besides my many problems with advertising prescription meds, I have an even bigger issue: this ad says that if "you've been on an antidepressant for at least 6 weeks and still have unresolved symptoms of depression", you should ask your doctor for Seroquel. 6 weeks?? It took Paxil at least 4 before I felt better last fall. It definitely took more than 6 for my symptoms to really resolve. These med ads scare me: although I am definitely an advocate for medication, I am also an advocate for letting ONE medication try to do its job for at least 2 months before adding a new one. It bothers me that the pharm companies want so badly to make money off of other people's struggles.
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There is an article titled The Trials of Ruth Madoff. I am sorry that her son killed himself. I am not sorry that she is a "prisoner in her own world." I do not believe for one second that she didn't know what her slime bag, evil, piece of shit husband was up to. She is a "figure of hatred?" Yes! She is isolated from society? Too bad! Karma is a bitch.
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An ad for Quilted Northern TP claims that it is 50% percent stronger, holds up better, and helps your hands stay clean. Not to be too TMI, but I have been wiping myself for about 38 years now and HAVE NEVER had a problem with any toilet paper NOT keeping my hands clean. Are other people wiping with one square? Are they using their bare hands? Of all the many things we do not need in this society, we do not need toilet paper ads telling us we need thicker paper. But if you do use Quilted Northern and you do get pee or something worse on your hands, be assured, there is a Money Back Guarantee if you are not satisfied.
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That's it for now. I'll be back in a couple days for another review :)