Random Thoughts

There is a lot of random stuff on my mind this morning. So, I thought I'd take a moment to get some of it off my chest. Hey, that doesn't make sense. If it's on my mind, why does it need to come off my chest? I never thought about that before. Now I have something else on my mind.
Anyway, for starters. What did you think about the American Idol winner last night? Personally, I don't care. I never watch the show, but I listen to others in the office talk about it, which is pretty much the way I live my life - vicariously. Anyway, one of our salespersons, says she was disappointed that Bo didn't win. "I don't know how many times I voted," she says. Hey, what's with this multiple vote thing. Where does she think she is, Chicago?
I guess if multiple votes count, then it's not so much about who is the most popular, or the best, but who has supporters who have time to stay on the phone the longest. Really, a charismatic non-talent, would have more chance on the show than a great talent who couldn't muster up much support. But, that's another story altogether. I don't have talent or charisma, so I needn't worry my pretty little head about this.
Here's what really gripes me about the thing. This morning, on the news, they were touting the American Idol winner. Carrie, is it? I don't even know. Anyway, some reporter was calling her the "Queen of Country Music." What hype! Here the girl has not released her first record, and she's already the queen of country music. What happened to Patsy Cline, or even Loretta Lynn or Dolly Parton? I'd think a queen would have to prove herself over time. I mean, even the English Idol, Princess Di, never made it to queen.
Moving on to another topic...will the media ever get tired of hyping that Paris Hilton hamburger spot? The commercial is disgusting. And for any of you Richmonders who want to protest, don't forget that Carl's and Hardees are the same people.
Just one more thing before I go, what's with these lame Law and Order season finales this year. In fact, season finales in general have been rather disappointing with a few exceptions. I want the season to end with a big star getting shot. I want to have something to worry about all summer. And, as for the series finale of Everybody Loves Raymond, that was pathetic. I was hoping to have something big. Really as far as I'm concerned, it's not a season finale unless it includes Patrick Duffy in the shower, or Suzanne Pleschette in bed. But, I guess that's just me. Have a nice day.