I had planned to write a daily blog about The View because the co-hosts frustrate me so much. I don't want the public taking what they say seriously. Laugh at the comedians. That's about it.
I honestly can't spend time writing a daily blog when I keep complaining about the same dang things, over and over.
Today there was nothing wrong with the show except there were too many guests. No depth to the interviews.
I hereby toss out this idea to do daily blogs. Even though it felt good to have a vehicle to express myself, the show isn't good enough to take this much of my time.
Monday, September 19, 2011
Friday, September 16, 2011
Terrific, Fun, Upbeat, a Great Show
Nope, I take that back. Just a little remark about Whoopi in general. I am truly happy when Whoopi makes her little noises at the beginning of some of shows, little "eeks" of joy that I can't begin to duplicate. Nobody else does this. I love Whoopi for letting out what I call "happy noises."
But unfortunately, from where I sit Whoopi is one moody woman. Sometimes she's full of joy. Sometimes she seems like she'd rather be anywhere else but at The View table. She's especially irritated when the co-hosts discuss a reality show. Whoopi makes it clear that she is far too busy to watch Dancing with the Stars or American Idol. In fact, she's far too busy to talk about them. She actually makes faces to remind everyone--if they didn't catch her dislike the first five times--that these shows are indeed stupid.
I'd like to point out that neither Dancing with the Stars or American Idol is a truly a "reality" show. Both are family variety shows that are wholesome competitions. The problem with both shows is that the best qualified contestant doesn't always win. The View always follows these two shows (often without actually watching them), but that's a topic for a different day.
Moving along to today's entertaining and fun show. I loved the show. No criticism today, veiled or otherwise.
Joy had joked about being on the cover of Brides Magazine, the AARP version. As a result, someone with a sense of humor at Brides Magazine sent Joy a mockup of her on the cover geared to elderly people. Joy ran with the joke--something about kneeling down on one artificial knee to propose. Props to Joy for making me laugh out loud (I scared my dog and cat) for a good 10 minutes.
The show took a serious turn with two unusual guests: Mary Johnson and Oshea Israel. Many years ago Oshea killed Mary's son during a gang fight. Although Mary tried to forgive Oshea, her full forgiveness didn't come until she went to visit Oshea, and through prayer and the grace of God, Mary and Oshea became a part of each other's lives.
Sarah Jessica Parker was a guest for a few segments. She's pushing her film, I Don't Know How She Does It, about a woman trying to excel in all areas of her life. I love SJP, but what a chatterbox she was. I think she gets flack for playing a part that represents most women who don't have fame or nannies. SJP tried far too hard to make the point that she knows that life is far more difficult for women besides herself.
I'm guessing that Sarah Jessica Parker works pretty hard to keep her life balanced as well, and it's too bad that people resent her success. I'm just sayin'. . . .
But unfortunately, from where I sit Whoopi is one moody woman. Sometimes she's full of joy. Sometimes she seems like she'd rather be anywhere else but at The View table. She's especially irritated when the co-hosts discuss a reality show. Whoopi makes it clear that she is far too busy to watch Dancing with the Stars or American Idol. In fact, she's far too busy to talk about them. She actually makes faces to remind everyone--if they didn't catch her dislike the first five times--that these shows are indeed stupid.
I'd like to point out that neither Dancing with the Stars or American Idol is a truly a "reality" show. Both are family variety shows that are wholesome competitions. The problem with both shows is that the best qualified contestant doesn't always win. The View always follows these two shows (often without actually watching them), but that's a topic for a different day.
Moving along to today's entertaining and fun show. I loved the show. No criticism today, veiled or otherwise.
Joy had joked about being on the cover of Brides Magazine, the AARP version. As a result, someone with a sense of humor at Brides Magazine sent Joy a mockup of her on the cover geared to elderly people. Joy ran with the joke--something about kneeling down on one artificial knee to propose. Props to Joy for making me laugh out loud (I scared my dog and cat) for a good 10 minutes.
The show took a serious turn with two unusual guests: Mary Johnson and Oshea Israel. Many years ago Oshea killed Mary's son during a gang fight. Although Mary tried to forgive Oshea, her full forgiveness didn't come until she went to visit Oshea, and through prayer and the grace of God, Mary and Oshea became a part of each other's lives.
Sarah Jessica Parker was a guest for a few segments. She's pushing her film, I Don't Know How She Does It, about a woman trying to excel in all areas of her life. I love SJP, but what a chatterbox she was. I think she gets flack for playing a part that represents most women who don't have fame or nannies. SJP tried far too hard to make the point that she knows that life is far more difficult for women besides herself.
I'm guessing that Sarah Jessica Parker works pretty hard to keep her life balanced as well, and it's too bad that people resent her success. I'm just sayin'. . . .
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Another Rant about Vaccines
I decided at the beginning of season 15 of The View that I'd watch the show to see what the co-hosts are up to. Believe it or not, I want to give the program a good review. I am a friendly watchdog. I have compliments for Barbara and Elisabeth, and I think Sherri might be a wildcard. She has frequently made statements without thinking first. But I see a glimpse of maturity. Joy and Whoopi are a part of the "over-the-hill gang." Whoopi is stuck in her ways of doing things; Joy is stuck in her ways of thinking.
On the other hand, who is full of life when the co-hosts parade out everyday at the beginning of the show? Barbara Walters. I would love to have half her pep or her spunk. Yes, she gives thoughtful answers, too thoughtful sometimes; she can be difficult to read. But Barbara doesn't talk to hear herself talk or to get the last word or to impress the audience.
Believe it or not, I tend to be "liberal" in my politics, but I don't follow a particular party line. I often find myself siding with Elisabeth on practical matters, and matters of the heart.
I lay the groundwork for today's bitch. Joy the liberal doesn't veer away from her political party. What's worse is that she doesn't question the "experts." She has found a safe way to think: don't you dare consider criticizing the powers that be.
We revisited "vaccines" again on today's show. One "Hot Topic" was the dangerous level of arsenic that is found in applejuice. I'm not sure why this study put forth on applejuice by Dr. Mehmet Oz seems to offend people. There's no reason to be alarmed about this new idea, whether Dr. Oz is correct or not. We may each read research on the topic and perhaps cut back on the applejuice we give our children. I actually laughed outloud at Joy's reaction. This quote is almost verbatim but it is from memory. She said, "This applejuice scare could be just like what happened with vaccines. Some people claimed that it causes autism, but that idea has been completely discredited. Kids were going to school without vaccines and spreading diseases to other kids."
Joy got so emotional that she frightened me. She is mistaken on so many levels. First, if you don't know what to think about vaccines, continue to do your own research. Read what is written on the topic from both sides of the argument. If you have children that lawfully need to be vaccinated before going to school, you don't have a lot of choice. Pay attention to how many vaccines your child has received since birth to be informed. Look for any possible reactions to each vaccine. Do your own research on flu vaccines and on the HPV vaccine. There is no definitive answer on the questions of vaccines....exactly. Keep reading. Keep paying attention to the research. Keep an open mind.
I'm not sure what school situation Joy refers too, but if the vaccines work--and I assume they do--then the children who get them before coming to school cannot be infected. I personally don't want a flu vaccine,* but my brother says, "Let everyone else get them. (In other words, don't fret about your position, either way.) You are less likely to get the flu when the "pro-vaccine" people are all vaccinated.
Joy's demeanor on this topic was that of sheer panic. She was upset and frustrated and dangerously sure that her position is correct. She is one funny woman with a terrific comedic wit; I'd love to see her stand-up act. But I choose Barbara, or possibly Elisabeth, if I want accurate information from one of the co-hosts.
On the other hand, who is full of life when the co-hosts parade out everyday at the beginning of the show? Barbara Walters. I would love to have half her pep or her spunk. Yes, she gives thoughtful answers, too thoughtful sometimes; she can be difficult to read. But Barbara doesn't talk to hear herself talk or to get the last word or to impress the audience.
Believe it or not, I tend to be "liberal" in my politics, but I don't follow a particular party line. I often find myself siding with Elisabeth on practical matters, and matters of the heart.
I lay the groundwork for today's bitch. Joy the liberal doesn't veer away from her political party. What's worse is that she doesn't question the "experts." She has found a safe way to think: don't you dare consider criticizing the powers that be.
We revisited "vaccines" again on today's show. One "Hot Topic" was the dangerous level of arsenic that is found in applejuice. I'm not sure why this study put forth on applejuice by Dr. Mehmet Oz seems to offend people. There's no reason to be alarmed about this new idea, whether Dr. Oz is correct or not. We may each read research on the topic and perhaps cut back on the applejuice we give our children. I actually laughed outloud at Joy's reaction. This quote is almost verbatim but it is from memory. She said, "This applejuice scare could be just like what happened with vaccines. Some people claimed that it causes autism, but that idea has been completely discredited. Kids were going to school without vaccines and spreading diseases to other kids."
Joy got so emotional that she frightened me. She is mistaken on so many levels. First, if you don't know what to think about vaccines, continue to do your own research. Read what is written on the topic from both sides of the argument. If you have children that lawfully need to be vaccinated before going to school, you don't have a lot of choice. Pay attention to how many vaccines your child has received since birth to be informed. Look for any possible reactions to each vaccine. Do your own research on flu vaccines and on the HPV vaccine. There is no definitive answer on the questions of vaccines....exactly. Keep reading. Keep paying attention to the research. Keep an open mind.
I'm not sure what school situation Joy refers too, but if the vaccines work--and I assume they do--then the children who get them before coming to school cannot be infected. I personally don't want a flu vaccine,* but my brother says, "Let everyone else get them. (In other words, don't fret about your position, either way.) You are less likely to get the flu when the "pro-vaccine" people are all vaccinated.
Joy's demeanor on this topic was that of sheer panic. She was upset and frustrated and dangerously sure that her position is correct. She is one funny woman with a terrific comedic wit; I'd love to see her stand-up act. But I choose Barbara, or possibly Elisabeth, if I want accurate information from one of the co-hosts.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Co-hosts Know Nothing about Taylor Armstrong
What a boring show. A guest must have canceled. A whole segment was presented on "interesting" Tweets by celebrities, like Jessica Simpson who "loves her boobies," or Lindsay Lohan who thinks her sister is beautiful. The Lohans claim that Lindsay's sister Ali has never had plastic surgery.
What do you think? Frankly, I see no surgery except maybe her nose. I see a young woman who is unusually thin.
Then there was a real yawner about current legal cases. Seriously. This segment featured legal pundits, Jeanine Pirro and Sunny Hostin, who gave their two cents about the Dr. Conrad Murray trial and other cases that get more than enough news coverage. But I was happy to find out that the tide is turning for Amanda Knox who was convicted in an Italian court of murdering her roommate Meridith Kercher. Amanda may win her appeal..
Negative people find fault with everything. For that reason, I hate to bitch about The View every day, but when I ponder over blog material, I spend all of 30 seconds coming up with something to write. Usually, I'm already steaming about something stupid that I saw on the show. I could probably watch "Hot Topics" each day and skip the remaining show because the co-hosts opinions are infuriating.
Why? Because they will offer an opinion whether they're familiar with the topic or not. Case in point: The Real Housewives of New York and the suicide of Russell Armstrong. The panel disapproves of the show and its portrayal of Russell Armstrong in the days leading up to his suicide. I CAN GUARANTEE THAT NONE OF THEM HAVE WATCHED THE SHOW THIS SEASON.
Toward the end of last season, the Real Housewives of New York featured much about Taylor Armstrong and the loneliness she felt in her marriage. Russell Armstrong worked many hours; he wasn't physically or emotionally available to his wife. When he did make an appearance, he seemed preoccupied. Taylor talked about leaving the marriage but she wanted to make it work. She loved her husband.
The first few episodes of this season were filmed before Russell killed himself. Let me add that Russell wasn't a star of the show by any means. He was featured occasionally as husband to star Taylor. To honor Russell, the show filmed a short tribute at the beginning of episode one, and then the show resumed the story from last season that had already begun taping before the suicide.
The subject of Taylor's marriage is sad. During a dinner party at Adrienne Maloof's house, someone asks Taylor how her marriage is going. She says she and Russell have been in counseling--and she's sick of thinking about herself. In the next episode, the housewives go to Beaver Creek, CO to visit Camille Grammer's lovely home in the snow. (Incidentally, Camille must give up this home as a result of her divorce from Kelsey.) After the ladies ski one day, Taylor and my favorite housewife Kyle, relax in a sauna that is nestled outdoors in a pristine snowy glen. The two friends discuss Taylor's disintegrating marriage. Kyle, who seems to have it all, including love and respect of her husband, tries to understand her sad friend. Kyle is concerned because Taylor has lost so much weight. She asks Taylor a few questions without pressing too hard. Taylor seems sad that she has spent eight years with her mouth shut, instead of sticking up for herself. She says she's having difficulty forgiving Russell, but she never gets specific. Then she begins to cry and she says she doesn't want a divorce; she loves Russell, and she's afraid to be alone.
This touching scene does way more than attract viewers and raise ratings. The audience gets to know Taylor, the same person who spent a reportedly $60K on daughter Kennedy's birthday party.
Why would several co-hosts object the airing of this show? They didn't watch it; they have no idea what they're talking about.
I bring this up to emphasize my point. Giving an opinion is not necessary if you're not familiar with the topic, whether it's Real Housewives or Human Papillomavirus, let somebody else talk until you do some research on the topic.
What do you think? Frankly, I see no surgery except maybe her nose. I see a young woman who is unusually thin.
Then there was a real yawner about current legal cases. Seriously. This segment featured legal pundits, Jeanine Pirro and Sunny Hostin, who gave their two cents about the Dr. Conrad Murray trial and other cases that get more than enough news coverage. But I was happy to find out that the tide is turning for Amanda Knox who was convicted in an Italian court of murdering her roommate Meridith Kercher. Amanda may win her appeal..
Negative people find fault with everything. For that reason, I hate to bitch about The View every day, but when I ponder over blog material, I spend all of 30 seconds coming up with something to write. Usually, I'm already steaming about something stupid that I saw on the show. I could probably watch "Hot Topics" each day and skip the remaining show because the co-hosts opinions are infuriating.
Why? Because they will offer an opinion whether they're familiar with the topic or not. Case in point: The Real Housewives of New York and the suicide of Russell Armstrong. The panel disapproves of the show and its portrayal of Russell Armstrong in the days leading up to his suicide. I CAN GUARANTEE THAT NONE OF THEM HAVE WATCHED THE SHOW THIS SEASON.
Toward the end of last season, the Real Housewives of New York featured much about Taylor Armstrong and the loneliness she felt in her marriage. Russell Armstrong worked many hours; he wasn't physically or emotionally available to his wife. When he did make an appearance, he seemed preoccupied. Taylor talked about leaving the marriage but she wanted to make it work. She loved her husband.
The first few episodes of this season were filmed before Russell killed himself. Let me add that Russell wasn't a star of the show by any means. He was featured occasionally as husband to star Taylor. To honor Russell, the show filmed a short tribute at the beginning of episode one, and then the show resumed the story from last season that had already begun taping before the suicide.
The subject of Taylor's marriage is sad. During a dinner party at Adrienne Maloof's house, someone asks Taylor how her marriage is going. She says she and Russell have been in counseling--and she's sick of thinking about herself. In the next episode, the housewives go to Beaver Creek, CO to visit Camille Grammer's lovely home in the snow. (Incidentally, Camille must give up this home as a result of her divorce from Kelsey.) After the ladies ski one day, Taylor and my favorite housewife Kyle, relax in a sauna that is nestled outdoors in a pristine snowy glen. The two friends discuss Taylor's disintegrating marriage. Kyle, who seems to have it all, including love and respect of her husband, tries to understand her sad friend. Kyle is concerned because Taylor has lost so much weight. She asks Taylor a few questions without pressing too hard. Taylor seems sad that she has spent eight years with her mouth shut, instead of sticking up for herself. She says she's having difficulty forgiving Russell, but she never gets specific. Then she begins to cry and she says she doesn't want a divorce; she loves Russell, and she's afraid to be alone.
This touching scene does way more than attract viewers and raise ratings. The audience gets to know Taylor, the same person who spent a reportedly $60K on daughter Kennedy's birthday party.
Why would several co-hosts object the airing of this show? They didn't watch it; they have no idea what they're talking about.
I bring this up to emphasize my point. Giving an opinion is not necessary if you're not familiar with the topic, whether it's Real Housewives or Human Papillomavirus, let somebody else talk until you do some research on the topic.
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Joy and Whoopi Push the HPV Vaccine Again!
During "Hot Topics" the HPV vaccine came up again. Should a twelve-year-old girl get vaccinated against the Human Papillomavirus that is spread through intercourse? As usual, Joy became indignant that anyone would object to the vaccine. Then Whoopi made a pronouncement: "If a vaccine is going to prevent cancer, it's a good thing," or she used words very close to that.
Does it occur to Whoopi or Joy that too many vaccines can have detrimental effects? Does either of them ask what each vaccine contains? How long does a HPV vaccine last? If a 12-year-old gets the vaccine, it will no longer work at age 17. Should a baby be given the vaccine? At what age should vaccination begin?
I wish with all my heart that the co-hosts of The View would do some reading about vaccines, the pros and cons. That's all I ask. When the co-hosts are telling their audience how they should think, getting informed about the topic would be helpful. I don't mean to beat a dead horse, but whenever they put someone down for being against the HPV vaccine, I will blog on the subject.
Dick Cheney and his wife Lynn were guests to promote Dick Cheney's book, In My Time: A Personal and Political Memoir. I noticed that both Joy and Whoopi were very respectful; usually they hammer away at guests with opposing political views. I realized that Barbara was only allowing other co-hosts to ask questions during the very last segment of the Cheneys' appearance. Limiting the other co-hosts kept the show more civilized. Viewers were able to learn something about the guests instead of trying to hear through shouting matches and interruptions.
Vice-President Dick Cheney is not my favorite person or politician, but I learned a few interesting facts about him. First of all, he is wearing heart pump . He has had five heart attacks, and he is a candidate for a heart transplant but he seems to be fairing well with this pump.
I commend Barbara for taking some control over the interview of the former vice-president. I find it refreshing that the co-hosts with the stronger personalities didn't dominate the Cheney segments.
Does it occur to Whoopi or Joy that too many vaccines can have detrimental effects? Does either of them ask what each vaccine contains? How long does a HPV vaccine last? If a 12-year-old gets the vaccine, it will no longer work at age 17. Should a baby be given the vaccine? At what age should vaccination begin?
I wish with all my heart that the co-hosts of The View would do some reading about vaccines, the pros and cons. That's all I ask. When the co-hosts are telling their audience how they should think, getting informed about the topic would be helpful. I don't mean to beat a dead horse, but whenever they put someone down for being against the HPV vaccine, I will blog on the subject.
Dick Cheney and his wife Lynn were guests to promote Dick Cheney's book, In My Time: A Personal and Political Memoir. I noticed that both Joy and Whoopi were very respectful; usually they hammer away at guests with opposing political views. I realized that Barbara was only allowing other co-hosts to ask questions during the very last segment of the Cheneys' appearance. Limiting the other co-hosts kept the show more civilized. Viewers were able to learn something about the guests instead of trying to hear through shouting matches and interruptions.
Vice-President Dick Cheney is not my favorite person or politician, but I learned a few interesting facts about him. First of all, he is wearing heart pump . He has had five heart attacks, and he is a candidate for a heart transplant but he seems to be fairing well with this pump.
I commend Barbara for taking some control over the interview of the former vice-president. I find it refreshing that the co-hosts with the stronger personalities didn't dominate the Cheney segments.
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Honoring Nine One One
Today's show was a somewhat sweet and somber acknowledgment of 9-1-1. The guests were survivors, children of fallen heroes, and the father of New York City, who rose to the most difficult occasion, Major Rudy Guiliani. I have no criticism of the show. Barbara, Elisabeth and Sherri wore black; it would have been nice to see a unanimous, conservative, quiet show of respect for the day's events with all co-hosts in black.
Sherri brought us a tour of the memorial at ground zero. Someone has put much thought and hard work into honoring our country and the people who lost their lives.
It's a quiet weekend for me. My own feelings about 9-1-1 are private and difficult to express.
Sherri brought us a tour of the memorial at ground zero. Someone has put much thought and hard work into honoring our country and the people who lost their lives.
It's a quiet weekend for me. My own feelings about 9-1-1 are private and difficult to express.
Friday, September 9, 2011
Thursday: The Chaz Show Begins
Joy Behar is one funny woman. When the panel was discussing talking dirty in bed, Joy pointed out that the mood is spoiled when elderly people can't hear and must yell in bed. (The humor is lost in translation.) She is one funny woman, but as a person who stores facts and educates The View audience, she falls short, and I am often frustrated by her ignorance.
For instance, in the ongoing debate between Darwin's THEORY of evolution and the religious view that God created us, Joy gets frustrated with the Christian view by saying, "Evolution is science," like how can anyone possibly disagree with her point of view because she learned it in school, and she once taught school. It would behoove Joy to read an explanation of Darwin's THEORY. Or she might look up the definition of THEORY. This issue comes up again and again. As a comedian, Joy can make fun of the opinion of others. All is well, as long as The View audience doesn't look for facts or even a thoughtful approach to a subject.
During a political discussion, Joy referred to a candidate who is against wide distribution of the HPV vaccine. I don't think she got the letters correct. She said, "H-P-V" and then H-V-P." The human papillomavirus vaccine can be given to women and girls as a measure against cancer of the cervix caused by the HPV virus that is spread through sexual intercourse. Please note that the vaccine is of no use to sexually inactive girls, and it lasts between five and seven years. If you are someone who is troubled by the increasing number of vaccines that are given to our children, another vaccine is something to be researched. An infection from HPV can be detected and treated 20 years before it turns into cancer. In addition, the vaccine will not help someone who is already infected. Some individuals and organizations--particularly the drug companies and the FDA--encourage little girls to get this vaccine, whereas some conservative groups think that the vaccine gives single girls a license to have sex.
Joy's one person diatribe on the HPV was a waste of time. She is not only pro-vaccine, but she hasn't stopped to consider that there is an intelligent reason for rejecting the HPV vaccine. Her comments would be easier to take if she respected views of others. Unfortunately, Joy makes herself appear very limited when she shuns the opposite opinion the way she does. She is far more opinionated than Bill O'Reilly, but at least he is willing to educate himself on all sides.*
This is the first week of The View's tribute to the appearance of Chaz Bono on Dancing with the Stars. Mark my words: the co-hosts are about to ignore the other contestants, for the most part, and devote all their time and energy to Chaz. And then they'll wonder why Chaz is still a contender and why he's getting so much support, while they continue to give him free air time. Now, it begins.
For instance, in the ongoing debate between Darwin's THEORY of evolution and the religious view that God created us, Joy gets frustrated with the Christian view by saying, "Evolution is science," like how can anyone possibly disagree with her point of view because she learned it in school, and she once taught school. It would behoove Joy to read an explanation of Darwin's THEORY. Or she might look up the definition of THEORY. This issue comes up again and again. As a comedian, Joy can make fun of the opinion of others. All is well, as long as The View audience doesn't look for facts or even a thoughtful approach to a subject.
During a political discussion, Joy referred to a candidate who is against wide distribution of the HPV vaccine. I don't think she got the letters correct. She said, "H-P-V" and then H-V-P." The human papillomavirus vaccine can be given to women and girls as a measure against cancer of the cervix caused by the HPV virus that is spread through sexual intercourse. Please note that the vaccine is of no use to sexually inactive girls, and it lasts between five and seven years. If you are someone who is troubled by the increasing number of vaccines that are given to our children, another vaccine is something to be researched. An infection from HPV can be detected and treated 20 years before it turns into cancer. In addition, the vaccine will not help someone who is already infected. Some individuals and organizations--particularly the drug companies and the FDA--encourage little girls to get this vaccine, whereas some conservative groups think that the vaccine gives single girls a license to have sex.
Joy's one person diatribe on the HPV was a waste of time. She is not only pro-vaccine, but she hasn't stopped to consider that there is an intelligent reason for rejecting the HPV vaccine. Her comments would be easier to take if she respected views of others. Unfortunately, Joy makes herself appear very limited when she shuns the opposite opinion the way she does. She is far more opinionated than Bill O'Reilly, but at least he is willing to educate himself on all sides.*
This is the first week of The View's tribute to the appearance of Chaz Bono on Dancing with the Stars. Mark my words: the co-hosts are about to ignore the other contestants, for the most part, and devote all their time and energy to Chaz. And then they'll wonder why Chaz is still a contender and why he's getting so much support, while they continue to give him free air time. Now, it begins.
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
A Pretty Good Show
I consider The View a good show when I don't get ticked off about something a co-host has said or done. Today's show featured the most famous Kardashians: Kourtney, Kim and Kloé who are promoting their clothing line at Sears. I think the girls are cute and generally pleasing. I admire siblings who get along so well, and their mother is a marketing genius.
Many dedicated designers who have worked for years on their craft deserve a clothing line more than the Kardashians do. But welcome to the real world. I'll admit that their clothes are pretty tasteful, maybe even clever. I wish they weren't so tight. In my world of fashion, tight appears slutty. But these clothes aren't being marketed to me and my age group.
The View featured Marcy Borders, a young woman made famous by a photographer who snapped her photo as she ran from one of the Twin Towers on 9-11:
Marcy hadn't fared well during the last 10 years. She'd dealt with the pain of trauma with drugs, mainly crack. She says that the capture of Osama bin Laden removed much of her fear that she could be attacked again. She has been clean for 150 days.
In general I enjoyed the show.
Many dedicated designers who have worked for years on their craft deserve a clothing line more than the Kardashians do. But welcome to the real world. I'll admit that their clothes are pretty tasteful, maybe even clever. I wish they weren't so tight. In my world of fashion, tight appears slutty. But these clothes aren't being marketed to me and my age group.
The View featured Marcy Borders, a young woman made famous by a photographer who snapped her photo as she ran from one of the Twin Towers on 9-11:
Marcy hadn't fared well during the last 10 years. She'd dealt with the pain of trauma with drugs, mainly crack. She says that the capture of Osama bin Laden removed much of her fear that she could be attacked again. She has been clean for 150 days.
In general I enjoyed the show.
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Season 15 Begins
Everyone looks rested on day one of Season 15. Sherri got married and has canceled her celibacy period as a result. Joy married long-time "boyfriend" Steve after 29 years of going steady. I confess that Steve looks much older than I pictured, but then so did my classmates at my last reunion. Scary. My brain refuses to adapt to aging.
Whoopi was beautifully dressed on today's show. She's remains in gunny sack mode, but today's top/dress--with lines going in various directions--was literally the nicest garment I've seen her wear EVER. (I tried to find a photo; maybe something from today will emerge later this week.) Barbara and Elisabeth always look fresh and stylish.
I enjoy hearing about the weddings.
Whoopi was beautifully dressed on today's show. She's remains in gunny sack mode, but today's top/dress--with lines going in various directions--was literally the nicest garment I've seen her wear EVER. (I tried to find a photo; maybe something from today will emerge later this week.) Barbara and Elisabeth always look fresh and stylish.
I enjoy hearing about the weddings.
The View Needs a Watchdog
Everyone agrees that The Oprah Show has had a monumental effect on its audience. You can like or dislike Oprah, but she put her heart and soul into her shows that were backed by her personal philosophy. Her goal was to improve the human condition. After the earliest years of the show, she scrapped topics that were presented to sensationalize. Oprah eventually could pick and choose topics that fit within her standards--whether you as an audience member agreed with her views or not.
The View has a different premise. Put five women together with different backgrounds and see what happens. The is a hodgepodge with no detectable philosophy, no uniform purpose. The problem with this casual form of programming is that The View has garnered a wide audience*. Right or wrong, many viewers get much of their news and information through "Hot Topics."
I take issue with The View because it has more prestige than it deserves. The individual co-hosts are regular people, but because they are seen by a wide audience, some of them have gotten too big for their britches. What they hold in their hands is far too big for them to handle.
Here are some pet peeves of mine that I saw over and over last season. I'm appalled that even Barbara Walters doesn't get this--unless she secretly is pushing Sarah Palin:
Each of the co-hosts--except for Elisabeth, and maybe the noncommittal Barbara, is liberal. When Bristol Palin was on Dancing with the Stars, the co-hosts who claim to love DWTS, constantly moaned about Bristol. For some reason they showed clips of Bristol dancing while leaving out viable contenders. They wondered how long Bristol would stay in, but--without realizing it--they were collecting votes for her. Right after Audrina Patridge received the highest scores from the DWTS judges, The View covered the show without mentioning Audrina--who got knocked out during that round. The View never failed to mention Bristol.
I had no problem with Bristol appearing on DTWS, even though she wasn't a "star." It would now seem that DTWS hires participants who can pull in popular audience members. I got bored with the constant attention that Bristol received, especially by The View. who talked about Bristol after every single competition. I prefer that a competitor receive attention due to good dancing.
My big issue with The View is that it threw votes toward Bristol without a clue about what they were doing.
The View has a different premise. Put five women together with different backgrounds and see what happens. The is a hodgepodge with no detectable philosophy, no uniform purpose. The problem with this casual form of programming is that The View has garnered a wide audience*. Right or wrong, many viewers get much of their news and information through "Hot Topics."
I take issue with The View because it has more prestige than it deserves. The individual co-hosts are regular people, but because they are seen by a wide audience, some of them have gotten too big for their britches. What they hold in their hands is far too big for them to handle.
Here are some pet peeves of mine that I saw over and over last season. I'm appalled that even Barbara Walters doesn't get this--unless she secretly is pushing Sarah Palin:
Each of the co-hosts--except for Elisabeth, and maybe the noncommittal Barbara, is liberal. When Bristol Palin was on Dancing with the Stars, the co-hosts who claim to love DWTS, constantly moaned about Bristol. For some reason they showed clips of Bristol dancing while leaving out viable contenders. They wondered how long Bristol would stay in, but--without realizing it--they were collecting votes for her. Right after Audrina Patridge received the highest scores from the DWTS judges, The View covered the show without mentioning Audrina--who got knocked out during that round. The View never failed to mention Bristol.
I had no problem with Bristol appearing on DTWS, even though she wasn't a "star." It would now seem that DTWS hires participants who can pull in popular audience members. I got bored with the constant attention that Bristol received, especially by The View. who talked about Bristol after every single competition. I prefer that a competitor receive attention due to good dancing.
My big issue with The View is that it threw votes toward Bristol without a clue about what they were doing.
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