American Idol Top 8 - Updated

*See bottom for update....
I must say first - was or was not Megan Joy's exit the most obnoxious in Idol history?  I will not be missing her tonight.  At all.  

And don't even get me started on Lady Gaga.  Seriously, what?  I don't know what was more shocking, the atrocious singing or the atrocious attire. 

Alright, maybe I shouldn't hand out fashion advice, since I didn't even bother to dress myself until 5:00 PM.  

Moving on.

The oldest contestant was born in 1980?  So this is the view from the other side of the hill, huh?

Awesome.

Danny Gokey - Stand By Me

I'm feeling a little underwhelmed by this one.  I've never heard this version of the song.  I don't know what it is, but familiarity makes  a huge difference for me.  Yes, Randy - I'm not a fan of the arrangement either.

Kris Allen - All She Wants To Do is Dance

What is this song choice?  I see he stole Matt's idea of being in the crowd from last week.  Zero points for originality.  I'm totally bored with this performance.  I wish he didn't do such strange things with his mouth.  That is muy annoying.  I was going to say that he's a new favorite of mine, but after that - I won't be saying that.  You were this close, Kris.  This. Close.

Did Paula just say that his quiet faith is heartfelt and genuine?  I had heard he was a worship leader.  Okay - I do like that...  

Indulgent, boring, forgettable and stupid song choice.  I don't know about indulgent, but the rest I would have to agree with 100%.

Oh good, the real story behind Lil's name.  Ha!  Take that Simon.  Get a clue.  Just because other black people use lil in their names as slang for little, doesn't mean you should assume anything about Lil Rounds.  You do know what they say about assuming, right?  I'd say you confirmed that.  Turkey.

Lil Rounds (short for.... nothing.  Her name is Lil.  Named to honor her grandmother. Love that!) What's Love Got To Do With It

This could be good, folks.  Come on, Lil.  Show us what you got!  Did she forget the words?  The chorus is redeeming that first verse.  Hmm...  I'll tell ya, she had the opportunity to blow me away with this one, and she didn't.  What is going on?  Uh oh - Paula is starting with the outfit. Not good.  Wrap it up, Paula.  I agree, Simon.  Where did Lil go?  I suppose this happens sometimes, people come off as AMAZING during Hollywood week, but when it really matters they fall short.  Lil has fallen and she can't get up.  Shame.  Every week she says "If America, bla bla bla.  I'm over it.  No more second chances, Lil.

Anoop (You little cutie, you!) True Colors

Seriously?  Oi.  I wonder if he had to thumb wrestle Scott for it?  Okay - it's not horrible.  He's actually doing some nice stuff with it.  Nice falsetto.  I wonder if contestants take it as a compliment when Randy says, "dude, you can actually sing!";  as if he's yet to hear him carry a tune or something?  I'm guessing, ah - no.  Oh Simon, I don't know that you should have encouraged the rudeness.  I thought his little apology was nice.

Scott McIntyre - The Search Is Over

First, the hair looks much better.  Good thing because the singing?  Well, let's be real.  The singing was horrendous.  Neat trick, Kara.  Using the abbreviated form of awful.  Off.  Well - at least Simon will say it how it is.  You just wait.  Screechy, yes.  And don't forget - out of tune. Thank you, Simon.  He needed to hear it, so if given the choice, he doesn't do it again.  Eek. And thank you music for cutting off the talk back. Gah!

Allison - I Can't Make You Love Me  (aka the most over sung song in Idol history.  Retire it already.  Please.)

She is doing a bang up job,  I gotta say.  I love the richness of her voice.  The maturity of her voice blows me away every time I hear her.  Crazy good.  Thank you, Randy, for finally saying what has been obvious from day 1!  The similarities between her and Kelly Clarkson are almost eerie.  

Matt - Part Time Lover

How does he think it's a good idea to sing Stevie and not play piano?  This better be good. Whew.  Matt's got some dance skillz!    Guess you can't show case that from behind the piano. Incredible.  Wow, the judges are falling all over themselves.  

Which means, Adam must be amazing if he's even better than that.  I'm so excited!

AND MY TIVO CUT IT OFF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WHAT?????????????????????????????????????

I can't get my mouth to close.  

Note to self.

Self, 

Never watch American Idol on the TiVo again.  It is technology and cannot be trusted. Watch it live. 

Much love, 

Self

In my frantic search of the Internet for some small sampling of Adam's performance I find this:

Oh snap, standing O from Simon!!!!!!!!! That's riiiighhttt.

Here.

The good news is my mouth finally closed.  Good thing, so I can sob silently.

Sniff.

Click here to find more Idol recaps.  But BooMama missed Adam, too.  My guess is she cried less than me.

PS - Let the record state that I didn't really cry.  Adam and I have one thing in common, we are both shameless drama queens.  There, I said it.

*Update -

Thanks to an Angel by the name of Jeannie, I was able to see Adam's performance. In an unforeseen twist of fate, I didn't love it. It was amazing, but I didn't know the song and well, you know how that goes.  Simon loved it, though.  And we all know that's really all that matters.

Thanks again, Jeannie!  If I had anything of value, I'd put you in my will!  ;)

Some Random Catch Up and a Prayer Request...

I didn't wear the leggings. I found a shirt that was pretty much exactly what I wanted, and I wore it with jeans. I'm a bit of the type that gets a little crazy when hosting a party, so it's important to be comfortable. The party went really well, and while I loved celebrating my daughter - I'm glad it's over. Whew. I feel like I thought of nothing else for two weeks straight. Tomorrow I will be the proud momma of a beautiful one year old girl. Soon I will update my picture blog, where I keep my friends and family up to speed on Chloe's latest antics....  I'll let you know when I do.

We bought her a Baby Be Blessed Doll for her birthday.  You may recognize the name from Angie's blog, Bring the Rain.  That's where I found out about them, and really wanted Chloe to have one.  She isn't terribly interested in it yet, but I'm fine with it being on the shelf, for now. This is what is on the scripture patch: Chloe Earlene "Blooming Noble Woman" (that's the meaning of her name, isn't that so cool???  She's named after my great-grandma (mom's mom's mom) and my grandma (dad's mom).  I love it!) The verse we chose is Luke 18:16 Jesus called the children to him and said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these."  I just love the doll and the whole concept behind them.  Check them out if you haven't.  

Speaking of Angie, tomorrow is the one year anniversary of Audrey's birth and death.  I know she would greatly appreciate any and all prayers you would lift up for her family.  Chloe shares a birthday with Audrey.  It's so sobering for me.  It has made me check many of my frustrations and difficulties at the door.  More than once I've sat in my grandma Earlene's chair (which I inherited when she died) at ridiculous hours of the night and morning, rocking Chloe and trying to comfort a baby that couldn't be comforted, and I would think of Angie and Audrey and realize that she would no doubt give every one of her earthly possesions, to pull an all nighter with a fussy baby.  It has really helped remind me to be thankful at times when I would otherwise be quite frustrated.  I'm honored to have been able to follow Angie's blog as she has navigated through this difficult time, all the while being so real about her brokenness, and extreme pursuit of her Savior through this journey.  It has been an amazing sight to behold and I thank God for her and for all He is to her and all He is doing through her. Please lift her up with me this week.

On a lighter note, I made Apricot Chicken in the crock pot for dinner tonight.  YUM.  Very easy and delicious.  It wasn't nearly as sweet as I thought it was going to be.  It was positively fantastic with brown rice.

Thanks for reading!  Have a great night.  See you tomorrow for the Idol recap.  I can't wait!!!!

To wear, or not to wear... That is the question.

I want to be trendy.  I do.

I'll be celebrating My Double Sweet Sixteen this summer.  Do you think MTV will send their crews?  Yeah, me neither.  

Whatever.

Since my mid twenties, I've questioned myself every time I've attempted to wedge my thighs into jeans from the Junior section.  Ever since low rise swept the nation, I can't look back.  Let's face it, you are not finding low rise in the Misses section and certainly not in the Women's. They might say they're low rise, but they are not.  So, Juniors it is.  I just always wonder, what's the cut off age?  Some people think that if you can fit into it and look half way decent, that's all that matters.  I'm not gonna lie.  I'm as skinny as I've been in my adult life, and my legs look pretty hot in leggings.

Is that really enough reason to actually wear them, though?

Well, I bought some.  And when I put them on, I feel like a 12 year old.  At first, I didn't understand why, but finally, I realized that it's because the last time I wore leggings, I was 12 years old.  A ha!  Makes tons of sense to me now....

In addition to that, I remember how silly Madonna looked, despite the fact that she wasn't 12.

I guess I understand why my mom was always horrified when the 70's styles were all the rage. 

The best part about all of this is that I go over to Big Mama's for Fashion Friday today, and lo and behold - someone by the name of Rachel, not me, asks this exact question!  I love it.

According to Big Mama?  I should go for it.

I don't know.  I figure if I can't wear them with confidence, I shouldn't wear them at all.

There's no confidence in feeling like a 12 year old at my daughter's 1st birthday party.  I'm guessing it'll be a leggings-free party.  Unless my 16 year old sister wears hers. 

This is Uh-Mare-Ih-Can Nightmare....

Oh yes, I dreamt I was on the show last night. Not as a contestant, which would have at least made a smidgie of sense circa 1994, what with all the church solos I used to sing...  {Coughs}

No, I was a back up dancer. For Kris.

It didn't go well.

I think the problems got started when our helicopter dropped us in the wrong location on that big ol' stage. When I looked over my shoulder, Kris was going this way and I was going that way, and well - we should have been going the same way.

It was disastrous. And now that I'm awake, and not responsible for poor, sweet, cute Kris's early exit from the show, hilarious.