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Britney: Hit or Miss?

I feel like I should do a follow up post to this letter I wrote to Britney Spears a few days ago.

Last night, I parked my butt in front of the tv, giving up precious hours of Twilight reading time and forgetting to take my recycling around to the curb, because I was glued to the tv to see if Britney was going to perform on the VMAs.

I think Marie’s comment last week summed up what I was thinking. I was no longer waiting for a train wreck (ok, maybe just a little), but I was hoping she would redeem herself. She said:

“I truly hope she gets her come back this time. In a way, now it’s about proving that you can be a mother and sexy at the same time, and I’m all for that.”

Unfortunately, all my hoping and anticipation of greatness was in vain. She did NOT end up performing. She did open the show with a pathetic attempt at acting cute little skit and walked away with three pity awards VMAs though.

Now, I’m not trying to be mean about Britney because I do appreciate the fact that she didn’t take her clothes off and make out with everyone in sight. I mean that is something that deserves praise, at least when it comes to Britney. For that, I’ll give her props.

It’s just that now that every time I go to put a piece of paper in my recycling bin and it is overflowing and falling out all over the place I will be reminded by the fact that Britney didn’t perform and be annoyed with her all over again for tricking me into watching that annoying show. Even appearances by Shia Labeouf and Josh Peck couldn’t save the awards show for me. I may just have to rethink my stance on being a Cougar afterall, because they just looked all greasy to me. Michael Phelps stumbled through his lines and Christina Aguilera had to lip sync her performance. I mean who can blame her. How could she be expected to sing when she couldn’t even breathe in her tight outfit?!. Would someone please just get the poor girl some clothes that fit!

Then there is the mystery of Weezy. What is a Weezy? I keep hearing people refer to this mystery person, but I can’t for the life of me figure out who it is? Someone please help a girl out. Who is Weezy?

Going back to Britney, I truly think my already rocky relationship with her is beyond repair. It just isn’t meant to be. I gave her a chance to redeem herself and she wasted it with bad comedy and poorly written acceptance speeches.

And why couldn’t she have performed? Something. Anything. Even if it was just a few minutes on stage as a cameo on someone else’s performance. (Personally, I was hoping for something with Justin, but that was just wishful thinking since I didn’t even see him there at all.)

So, let’s discuss. Was Britney’s appearance at the VMAs a hit or miss? How do you think she did with this year’s comeback attempt?

To read more about the VMAs and weigh in on the whole Jonas Brothers purity ring controversy, hop over to Happy Meals and Happy Hour.

September 8, 2008 | Filed Under I'm A Complainer | 7 Comments

Friday Eye Candy-Cougar Bait Edition

Last week I asked you all what younger celebrity makes you feel like a cougar and I got such a huge response. I’m thinking there are a LOT of “cougars” reading my blog and that makes me happy. I’m not sure why. I guess I just like knowing that I’m not the only perv out there. ;)

I thought I would start out with my two picks for cougar bait.

The first is Shia LeBeouf (22), who is also on Jean’s list.

Now Jean says she prefers him when he isn’t “getting DUI’s and stuff” but I actually find that to be somewhat of a turn-on. Doesn’t he look like such a bad boy in his mug shot?
Of course, I’m totally being sarcastic. I have never in my life seen a more adorable mug shot. Seriously, he is just adorable!!

My second pick is Josh Peck (21), from Nickelodeon’s Drake and Josh. My kids are obsessed with that show and I couldn’t help but notice how handsome he was becoming over the course of the show as the series went on.

Now I know that he used to be really overweight and somewhat dorky, but he lost an amazing 110 pounds and grew into this really hot guy. Watch out Drake Bell! I think you are going to have some competition with the ladies. (To be completely honest, I saw potential in him even in his chubby days. This is so pathetic, but I can’t wait for the Drake and Josh Christmas movie.)

Moving right along…

Nik from Prose and Converse was kind enough to email me a whole list of cougar bait. Here is who she thought should make our list:

Zac Efron (20)

Billy Marquart (21) - Model

Cody Linley (20)–He really is 20 years old but I couldn’t find a picture where he looks older than 14. I’m seriously hoping no one alerts the authorities for me putting him on our list.

And last but definitely not least from Nik’s picks is David Henrie. I almost wish she hadn’t put him on her list because he is only 19 and oh my goodnes is he a cutie!!! He almost makes me want to run out to the store to buy a copy of Tiger Beat magazine and tape his picture to my bedroom wall. Don’t you agree?

Now, here are the rest of your picks. The rule I made for whether or not to include them was that the guys had to be under 30 and over 18. (Sorry, I’m not about to be arrested for you crazy cougars. Plus, any younger and it is getting creepy. I’m already feeling all kinds of guilt for posting the above picture of Cody and for wondering what it would be like to kiss David Henrie. Must. Stop. Wondering. That. Right. Now.)

Carol’s pick is James Anderson (She says he’s about 20, but he’s actually 26 so just barely cougar bait, but since he is so hot I can’t resist). He is a cricket player in England. YUM!

Emily’s pick is Daniel Radcliffe (19). Yes, that is Harry Potter himself in case you couldn’t recognize him without his cloak and glasses.

Em Dy suggested Kirby (Robert Atwood) of Lipstick Jungle. Again, pushing it by being 27, but who am I to argue with such hotness?

Nice One, Jenny and my friend Shelie have all been drooling over Olympic superstudstar Michael Phelps (23). By the way, can you spot his tattoo?

And finally, we have the pick of Jennifer, The Mom, and especially HappyHourSue. They all picked Joe Jonas(19).

I believe Sue’s exact words were “JOE JONAS!!!!!!!! (*pant pant drool *)” While I don’t see the appeal, there is no way I could ever leave him off this list. He seems to be the one guy that brings moms and tweens together because of their equally enormous crushes.

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Edited to add: HOW DID I FORGET CHASE CRAWFORD (23)????

Dear Chase Crawford,

I’m sorry for forgetting about you. I really don’t know how I managed that when you are so darn cute! You can thank Patrice (a non-cougar, who is looking out for this cougar whose brain is clearly getting foggy in her old age) for helping you to make it to this list. Oh and Firah, who writes you love letters almost everyday on her blog. She gave me the inspiration for this little note.

Jen

So, who is your favorite guy in the Cougar Bait collection?

And now for this week’s Aloha Friday question. I thought we should give the older guys a turn.

If you could pick any older celebrity to be your sugar daddy who would it be?

Now, by older, I’m going to say 50+ years of age. I will combine your responses and include them on an upcoming Friday Eye Candy post.

For more Aloha Friday fun head over to An Island Life.

August 21, 2008 | Filed Under Boy Crazy Forever, Friday Eye Candy | 43 Comments

Chevy Gets It

My friend emailed me a few days ago and wanted me to blog about the women’s beach volleyball Olympic event. She wrote:

Why is it that the beach volleyball girls wear little skimpy bikinis and the guys are wearing shorts and shirts? Shirts? Since when do guys wear shirts on the beach? I’m not asking for a speedo, just take the shirt off…it’s so not cool. AND, now Rob (her husband) is suddenly a huge fan of the women’s beach volleyball.

I have to admit that I haven’t been paying very much attention to this travesty. All of my Olympic viewing up to this point has been dedicated to watching Michael Phelps smash world records and make the “Frenchies” eat their words. Oh and of course, win more gold medals than any other Olympian ever.

I was also trying to solve the mystery of what he was listening to on his iPod before the race.

(*I finally found out the answer to this question and will share his song choice at the end of this post.)

While everyone was busy with Phelps mania, I couldn’t help but notice (and, of course, begin swooning over) his teammate and fellow “Frenchie smasher”, Jason Lezak:

Could those freckles on his nose be any cuter?!!

So, what do I think about the women’s volleyball event?

Well, I won’t be watching.

I guess I just think it is poor decision making on the part of the Olympics committee to allow the women to prance around half naked on the beach while the men are in shirts. Ok, so maybe they aren’t prancing or half naked, but I still don’t plan on tuning in to see them bouncing around in bikinis. Sorry, just not happening.

While we are on the subject of boycotting half naked women, another thing I have decided not to watch is the new 90210 series. The reason is this new promo ad I just saw in US Weekly:

And a close up of two of the porn stars:

Now, I’m not a prude, but this just seems like a bit much for a high school drama. Let’s just compare the new 90210 ad with a few ads for the old show:

Notice that the girls on the original series are attractive but not drop dead gorgeous models. Despite the stupid rolled jeans (**see below for rant on this) , at least they are fully clothed and have the bodies of someone who actually eats food at regular intervals.

Again, who makes these advertising decisions? Isn’t the target market group for this show teen girls and 30 something women who were once fans of the old show? When will these idiots learn that women (by women, I mean me) aren’t going to tune in to a show that has girls who look like models?

Aaron Spelling understood what women wanted. He cast girls with average good looks and bodies. Other than Kelly, there was nothing special about the girls on the original show. Brenda had bad bangs and weird teeth. Andrea was just plain geeky. And poor Donna was only on the show because her dad was the creator. None of them looked like strippers or swimsuit models. They were girls we could understand and possibly even root for. Who didn’t want Brenda to end up with Dylan? Or was it Kelly ending up with Dylan? Oh, I don’t remember. That isn’t the point.

The point is that pr/ad people just don’t get it.

Well, at least that is what I thought until I saw the the brilliant new commercial for the Chevrolet Traverse.

I tried to search youtube for the commercial but it hasn’t been uploaded yet. If you haven’t seen it, let me just paint a picture for you:

A very hot looking guy (without a shirt) is ironing a dress while on the phone making reservations for his 6-month anniversary with his wife or girlfriend. Then it flashes to the suv and the voiceover tells how the vehicle is full of features that would be they know will be greatly appreciated. Then it’s back to the guy doing more housework — this time cleaning the toilet (still without a shirt).

When I did a search to find this commercial I found quite a few people who didn’t quite understand the meaning behind it. Check out a few of these responses:

Does anyone “get” the Chevy Traverse commercial playing during the Olympics?Guy ironing,cleaning toilet.. what does this have to do w/a car?

The Chevy Traverse ad is the most obtuse commercial I’ve seen in a long time. What the heck is it about anyway?

I’m loving the Chevy Traverse commercial.. bf didn’t get it at all!

Seriously, we can’t figure out what that commercial is about. What anniversary is it? Is it with a person? Car? Is that really a little girl’s dress or is his wife/gf small? Role reversal commercial? Why?

If you are a woman, you totally understand this commercial. Chevrolet is trying to tell us that they understand what women are looking for in a vehicle (and a man) and the Traverse has all of these features, just as the guy (without the shirt) has all of these features.

Thank you to Chevy for this wonderful commercial that I will happily watch over and over and over again. And if your car comes with that guy who will come and clean my house (without a shirt), then I will be the proud new owner of a Traverse tomorrow.

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*Sidenote #1:

*According to US Weekly, rolled jeans (now called boyfriend jeans) are making a comeback because Katie Holmes was photographed wearing Tom Cruise’s jeans.

This just makes no sense on so many levels. First of all, if Katie wore Tom’s jeans, why would she have to roll them. Isn’t she way taller than him. Wouldn’t they be way too short for her.

Secondly, why do we have to bring back stupid fads like this? Just because one celebrity decides to look ridiculous doesn’t mean we all have to follow like sheep.

Ladies, I beg of you. Please do not start doing this. We made the mistake once, but let’s learn from our mistakes and not repeat history. Rolled jeans are idiotic and should be left in the 80’s where they belong.

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**Sidenote #2:

I finally solved the Phelps music mystery.

When asked by The Today Show what music he listens to while preparing to swim, Phelps answered that he listens to the song ”I’m Me” by rapper ‘Lil Wayne.

Not exactly my cup of tea, but hey, whatever works…

August 18, 2008 | Filed Under I'm A Complainer | 14 Comments