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8/12: Daughtry gets expanded treatment, Michael Johns interview forthcoming
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Daughtry’s first CD has already sold 4 million-plus copies but according to USA Today, the label is releasing an “enhanced” version featuring acoustic versions of “What About Now” and “Home,” as well as a live version of “It’s Not Over” and a cover of Foreigner’s “Feels Like the First Time.” A DVD features the videos from his five singles and concert footage.
Acts such as Chris Brown and Rihanna have created “bonus” CDs. This is the first time an “Idol” alum has earned such an honor. Or a desperate way for the label to make a few more pennies. And believe me, those labels need every penny because albums seldom sell 1 million copies nowadays, much less 4 million.
You can pre-order here.. It’s out Sept. 9.
-I have a Michael Johns interview set up in advance of the “Idols Live” tour coming to Gwinnett Arena Wednesday. Any questions I should ask the former Buckhead man? Email me at rho@ajc.com.
One of his fans sent me this video of Michael and David Cook doing goofy dances at varous “Idols Live” concerts ranging from “The Robot” to “The Running Man” to some sort of “Grease” takeoff. Word is that they’ve been told to stop it from the Powers That Be. I’ll definitely ask if this is true.
-And yes, it was no problem getting a hold of season four’s Mikalah Gordon. I am talking to her Wednesday as well for “Gone Country 2” debuting Friday so if you have any questions to ask her, please email me as well.
-David Archuleta’s “Crush” is now available on iTunes and Amazon. Have at it fans!
-The Boston Herald reviewer gave the show a lukewarm review.
Funny (or mean, depending on your mood) line about Michael Johns, who the writer felt lacked movement:
The weathered Aussie rocker has the chops to churn out Queen and Aerosmith anthems, but in terms of mannerisms he’s a slightly edgier Michael Bolton.
-I wrote an advance print story about the “Idols Live” tour which is here.. I basically did a comparison of the two Davids.
-Carrie Underwood states the obvious in Allure magazine: fame makes dating hard. Really!
“You never really know why somebody wants to be around you, or if they do genuinely like you,” Underwood, 25, tells Allure magazine in the September issue. “I wish everyone had a label on their forehead so you could automatically tell their intentions. Sometimes you just wish that no one wanted anything from you.”
-Do you want to know what Ryan Seacrest looked like shirtless in 1994? TMZ provides this classic pose.
Comments
By Lara
August 12, 2008 8:42 AM | Link to this
Ok, I will admit it - I will have to go get that Daughtry album!!!
Good morning blogsters! HI RODNEY!!!
oh, and for those watching The Mole - I GOT IT RIGHT!!!!
By flats
August 12, 2008 8:44 AM | Link to this
1ST BABY!!!!!!!!18 DAYS TIL COLLEGE BALLS!!!!!!BIG RED AND BLACK HAIRY COLLEGE BALLS!!!!!GO DAWGS!!!!
By flats
August 12, 2008 9:00 AM | Link to this
That phelps boy picked up another medal over they’re last night.Did anyone see it?
By Deirdre
August 12, 2008 9:03 AM | Link to this
Morning!
Congrats and a big thank you to our USA swim team! It’s so much fun to watch. And another BIG congrats to the men’s gymnastic team. Not expected to do much of anything and then they win a bronze!!!!
Rodney, ask Michael how he feels about releasing an album without signing with anyone. I know it is his choice but seems pretty risky to me.
By Nana
August 12, 2008 9:22 AM | Link to this
Good for Daughtry. That boy has really taken off like a rocket and I hope he continues to do so.
Lara: Who was the mole? I had figured it to be Mark.
Congrats to Phelps for picking up his 3rd gold. I heard earlier this morning that the US has won more gold than any other country so far. GO USA!! We are still the best of the best.
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 12, 2008 9:26 AM | Link to this
mornin’ all
Nana i hope your headache goes away quickly … if i ignore certain stressors, sometimes, i can avoid the headache … sometimes it’s a no-matter-what thing, tho’ — y’all have a lovely day.
i’ve just not been able to get into the olympics this year — not sure why. proud of what our teams and athletes are doing — just … i dunno, can’t get the interest stirred :-( maybe it’s all the other stuff i’m having to deal with right now…
in any event, y’all have a lovely day…
By Deirdre
August 12, 2008 9:30 AM | Link to this
Nana..we’ve won more medals than any other team…21 so far but China is way ahead of us in gold medals. 13 to our 7.
By Sandra
August 12, 2008 9:38 AM | Link to this
Thanks for the update on David Archuleta.
I just bought CRUSH!!! the song is AWESOME!!! it looks like a # 1 hit to me.
This kid is very talented. We are going to see and hear more about David Archuleta in the years to come.
By Sandra
August 12, 2008 9:41 AM | Link to this
Thanks for the update on David Archuleta.
I just bought CRUSH!!! the song is AWESOME!!! it looks like a # 1 hit to me.
This kid is very talented. We are going to see and hear more about David Archuleta in the years to come.
By maverick
August 12, 2008 10:02 AM | Link to this
david’s single CRUSH is a sure HIT! AWESOME.
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 12, 2008 10:02 AM | Link to this
LOL Rodney has but to mention DA in the headline, and the love starts pouring out! how sweet it is.
on a much sourer note — anyone seen the story about the little girl who sang in the opening ceremony? it was NOT her voice that was played while she ‘sang’ — it was the voice of another little girl who wasn’t so perfect in appearance. sad. i don’t care if the fireworks televised display was computer graphics to enhance the visual — so what. but to tell a little girl she wasn’t “perfect” enough in appearance but her VOICE was perfect so a “perfect looking” girl will pretend to sing “in the national interest of China” … that’s just wrong.
By flats
August 12, 2008 10:06 AM | Link to this
D…LOL on setting nana straight
By DawnH
August 12, 2008 10:07 AM | Link to this
Uh oh. Rodney mentioned David Archuletta.
I’m loving the Olympics, too. Go U.S.A.! Also loved the way we beat those arrogant French swimmers. To repeat from yesterday, the French should show a little more respect for the U.S. If it weren’t for the U.S., the French would be German.
By Deirdre
August 12, 2008 10:13 AM | Link to this
I agree, linny…what a rotten thing to do to a little girl.
By DawnH
August 12, 2008 10:19 AM | Link to this
linny - that IS sad, but you can’t say you’re surprised! I think there is a lot of “funny stuff” with China. For example, the girls on the gymnastic team are supposed to be 16. How many of those little girls looked 16 to you - and one didn’t look 12! They said their passports showed they were 16 but, seriously, how hard is that for a COUNTRY to get changed!
I also think that if China has a less than perfect event, they still get much higher scores than say, the U.S., when they have less than perfect events. A lot of discrepancies in the scoring. Even the commentators who, for the first few days commented as if they were actually citizens of China, are talking about the questionable scoring.
By flats
August 12, 2008 10:22 AM | Link to this
D…LOL on setting nana straight
By flats
August 12, 2008 10:24 AM | Link to this
What’s up with with the dude on the cd cover?
By Nana
August 12, 2008 10:29 AM | Link to this
D: I stand corrected. I guess the info I heard was not accurate. Thanks for setting me straight. Maybe I should stop repeating what I hear.
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 12, 2008 10:30 AM | Link to this
oh i know, Dawn, and it’s not just China. But really — this whole “we put on pretty show — so see, we are perfect country” just makes me grit my teeth, LOL. if they were so perfect, why did they not start taking the pollution problem in beijing seriously until just before the olympics? as an example of governmental control … yeah, right! if you won’t obey the government we will use the military — oh wait. the air is not clean. why will you not obey us!? ok — let’s paint a pretty picture over the dirt; no one will notice that way!
sorry. i just think using kids that way is worse than mean.
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 12, 2008 10:32 AM | Link to this
groan headache is creeping back in…maybe it’s the air pressure… bbiab, y’all!
By Deirdre
August 12, 2008 10:34 AM | Link to this
Dawn…I think that happens(questionable scoring) in every Olympics. But I agree with you on the little Chinese gymnastic girls. Either they are giving them hormone suppressants to keep them out of puberty or Chinese girls mature a LOT slower than the rest of the world.
In the long run…what have they gained? Gold medals based on cheating. They’ll know that every time they look at it.
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 12, 2008 10:38 AM | Link to this
Nana, i don’t think D was so much “correcting” you as she was just supplementing your information — relax, hon, we support and build each other up, for the most part, right? we’re like a big ol’ family — we chat and disagree and agree and argue and support and cheer each other on, for the most part. you’re fine, and so is D :-)
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 12, 2008 10:40 AM | Link to this
i haven’t watched the girl gymnists from china — compare their size and age to the little contortionist on AGT — she is chinese by birth but has been raised in america virtually all her life — how does she compare? serious question!
By JC
August 12, 2008 10:44 AM | Link to this
Ask Mikalah what that is on her lip. A piercing? is it on her cheek. Where did that idea come from. any meaning behind the new huge tattoo?
By Deirdre
August 12, 2008 10:49 AM | Link to this
Nana…go to msnbc.com. They’re pretty accurate when it comes to the Olympics. And those stats change frequently!
From what I read…and who knows how true it is…the pollution problem in Beijing did not exist back when they were chosen to host the Olympics. The growth in the city, the number of cars and manufacturers has nearly quadrupled since then. The pollution came as a rude awakening and they are extremely embarrassed.
I think China opening itself to the world like this can only help. It has, for so long, been such a closed society. Now, the world can see things that were forbidden before…and vise versa. The more open to the world they become, the more difficult it will be for the gov’t to hide its transgressions.
By flats
August 12, 2008 10:49 AM | Link to this
Thanks Linny.I love our big family.Nana just got some bad info on the gold medal count.WE LOVE YOU NANA!!!!
By DawnH
August 12, 2008 10:54 AM | Link to this
linny - I didn’t watch much of AGT, so I don’t really remember the size of the little Chinese contortionist. How old was she? It’s not just the size of the gymnasts (sp?). I think for the most part, all gymnasts are smaller than average. It is also how incredibly young their faces are.
By flats
August 12, 2008 10:58 AM | Link to this
Chicks come in all shapes and sizes!!!
By Deirdre
August 12, 2008 11:00 AM | Link to this
What I truly love about the Olympics is that it’s the one time when the people of the world try…really, really TRY..to act civilized. The effort is made to set aside hatred(in most cases) and see the world as a place where we ALL live. The sports rivalries are good natured(despite the trash talking French)and respect for an athlete’s abilities crosses all borders.
Politics makes us enemies….sports makes us friends.
By Nana
August 12, 2008 11:02 AM | Link to this
All is well.
By flats
August 12, 2008 11:06 AM | Link to this
It’s ok NAN!!!
By doorsfan
August 12, 2008 11:15 AM | Link to this
David has delivered an amazing first single to his fans, and the public. It is rhythmic, David’s superior vocal ability soars and is identifiable throughout, has a catchy beat - Hey —> I watched lotsa American Bandstand back in the day :) His older fans like me find themselves humming along unconsciously, and the verses transport us back to those bygone days of school girl and schoolboy CRUSHES… It appeals across a very broad spectrum of listeners, and should effectively silence the detractors and critics who didn’t believe he had mainstream appeal. CRUSH is the catapult for David to continue his growth and evolution as an artist - I ANTICIPATE MANY MANY YEARS OF OUTSTANDING MUSIC FROM HIM. TAKE A BOW DAVID… YOU’VE ARRIVED.
By Deirdre
August 12, 2008 11:17 AM | Link to this
Nana knows I wasn’t ‘correcting’ her. Just adding to the info. She is more than welcome to supplement or refute anything that I say with no hard feelings. Listening to agitators only gets us in trouble. I think we’re all smarter than that. :-)
By DawnH
August 12, 2008 11:17 AM | Link to this
Well said, D. But how tragic was it that a coach’s father (was it one of the U.S. swim coaches?) was killed while just being a tourist. I guess his mom was seriously injured but is doing better. I heard it was just random. But nonetheless, what could have been the most exciting event of your life was suddenly turned into the worst moment of your life. I haven’t heard anything more about it really, so I don’t know more recent details. Unfortunately, that could happen anywhere.
By Deirdre
August 12, 2008 11:25 AM | Link to this
Dawn..it was the father-in-law of the US men’s volleyball coach. And it was a terrible tragedy. We can sympathize with China on that since a bomb killed a tourist here in Atlanta during our Olympics. No matter how much security we have, someone with a grudge or an unstable mind can get past it if they are determined enough.
By flats
August 12, 2008 11:29 AM | Link to this
D…..Nice.We got crazies on all four corners of this great nationwide series!
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 12, 2008 11:33 AM | Link to this
doorsfan — ok. you like archie and the song “Crush” … but i gotta tell you — when i saw your “handle” i really really wasn’t expecting your posting, LOL!!! I mean … i can think of a few more different comparisons than Jim Morrison and David Archuletta, but not MANY.
just sayin’! no offense — it was just a surprise is all.
By flats
August 12, 2008 11:38 AM | Link to this
Doorsfan..Please keep posting.
By Deirdre
August 12, 2008 11:40 AM | Link to this
linny…maybe doorsfan just likes entrances and exits. :-)
By flats
August 12, 2008 11:52 AM | Link to this
D…….LOL!!!!The boy takes it and gives any way he can!!!!
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 12, 2008 11:54 AM | Link to this
ROFLMSO, D!!!! (in case anyone is wondering, the “s” stands for “socks”— it’s NOT a typo!!)
By Lara
August 12, 2008 11:58 AM | Link to this
Nana - Re: The Mole. Mark won, Craig (the big guy) was the mole.
By flats
August 12, 2008 12:11 PM | Link to this
LOL LINNY!!!Socks of all thangs!!!!!!COLLEGE BALLS IN 18 DAYS!!!!!
By JTesla
August 12, 2008 12:28 PM | Link to this
Did someone say socks?
By kellyfan
August 12, 2008 12:30 PM | Link to this
HA!
So, that “Mavid” video was pretty funny. Good to see Michael and Cook having so much fun onstage. I like the Cookie Shuffle (reminds me of the Truffle Shuffle…ah, the 80s).
By Deirdre
August 12, 2008 12:43 PM | Link to this
I heard rumors that Idol stopped the Mavid stuff…spoil sports!!!!
By Deirdre
August 12, 2008 12:52 PM | Link to this
I have also heard VERY vague and unsubstantiated rumors that Michael is…well, let’s just put it this way…many fans have noticed that he isn’t wearing his wedding ring.
By Linda
August 12, 2008 1:01 PM | Link to this
I’m back again because of the David Archuleta name in the headline, of course. The rumor is true about the David Cook and Michael Johns dancing being stopped and many fans are really mad about it. They are petitioning to get it restarted. Good luck also to David Archuleta on his new single. I bought it first thing this morning.
By JTesla
August 12, 2008 1:08 PM | Link to this
Welcome back Linda, don’t just come for Archuleta. However, what is your opinion of the single?
By DawnH
August 12, 2008 1:21 PM | Link to this
I can’t connect with most of the links or view the videos Rodney provides. They are blocked, but I was able to connect to the link with Ryan Seacrest’s topless photo. Hmmmm, interesting. Anyone else take a peek?
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 12, 2008 1:29 PM | Link to this
I can only imagine … The AI powers-that-be, thinking: “whoa! those two boys are doing something that WE didn’t think of first, and now we can’t claim credit for it, and so they have to stop! how DARE they be creative and entertaining without permission! Harumph!!!”
By Deirdre
August 12, 2008 1:36 PM | Link to this
I’m glad Rodney is going to ask about it. It will be interesting to hear Michel johns’ take on it.
Re Ryan topless…he doesn’t look to bad for a 19 year old kid. A little over-dramatic maybe but…eh!
By flats
August 12, 2008 2:16 PM | Link to this
COLLEGE BALLS!!!!
By Psyche
August 12, 2008 3:07 PM | Link to this
Oh boy. I have a feeling we’re gonna get another dose of Michael’s blunt honesty. As much as I love him for it, some people have portrayed a lack of tolerance.
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 12, 2008 3:14 PM | Link to this
Aussies are usually “to the point” aren’t they — brings to mind “Croc. Dundee” when he was about to be in a Knife fight…. “Now THIS is a Knife” … Michael reminds me a bit of that kind of personality. a little arrogance, a little wit (the humorous kind), a quick mind AND tongue… you’re right, it should be interesting! I’m looking forward to it.
By flats
August 12, 2008 3:43 PM | Link to this
Linny,that was a movie.They really dont act that they way in real life.
By flats
August 12, 2008 4:08 PM | Link to this
Linny…Remember when he said that and pulled out that huge knife?It was way bigger than that other guys.
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 12, 2008 4:09 PM | Link to this
extra strength excedrin please, someone?
By harrietth
August 12, 2008 4:09 PM | Link to this
Last time you were in Austr. huh, flats?
By flats
August 12, 2008 4:13 PM | Link to this
H….I dont like it over they’re…They’re not big COLLEGE BALLS fans!I LOVE COLLEGE BALLS!
By harrietth
August 12, 2008 4:21 PM | Link to this
So you’ve said, ad nauseum, for the past several days, flats. We get it!!
By harrietth
August 12, 2008 4:33 PM | Link to this
Bye, flatsy! Bye, everyone else, too. Safe travels home.
By flats
August 12, 2008 4:36 PM | Link to this
17 DAYS 19 HOURS 53 MINUTES TIL COLLEGE BALLS!!!!
By Deirdre
August 12, 2008 4:41 PM | Link to this
linny…I’m a big fan of Advil…you should give it a try.
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 12, 2008 4:47 PM | Link to this
deirdre, does it come in supersize extra strenth super duper power? i think i NEED it!!!
By flats
August 12, 2008 4:53 PM | Link to this
Good night all…Linny and d,i hope yall feel betterwhats!
By Deirdre
August 12, 2008 4:54 PM | Link to this
Not only that…but fast acting, quick dissolve!!!!!
By JTesla
August 12, 2008 4:56 PM | Link to this
I wonder how much longer we have to wait until the College Football season kicks off?
;)
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 12, 2008 5:07 PM | Link to this
grrrrrrrr JT, LOL!!!
By ArchieFanDoc
August 13, 2008 12:25 AM | Link to this
CRUSH is #1 on iTunes* on its first day of release!
and powers to be - let the MAVIDS do their goofy dancing - we all look forward to seeing what they will do next.
By ArchieFanDoc
August 13, 2008 12:25 AM | Link to this
CRUSH is #1 on iTunes* on its first day of release!
and powers to be - let the MAVIDS do their goofy dancing - we all look forward to seeing what they will do next.
By ArchieFanDoc
August 13, 2008 12:25 AM | Link to this
CRUSH is #1 on iTunes* on its first day of release!
and powers to be - let the MAVIDS do their goofy dancing - we all look forward to seeing what they will do next.
By liquid vitamins
August 13, 2008 2:13 AM | Link to this
Daugherty is one of the best to come off of the show.
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By Lynn
August 13, 2008 5:22 AM | Link to this
Congratulations to David Archuleta and American Idol for supporting this true Idol of all ages, races! He zoomed to #1 on itunes with his first single, “Crush”. His soulful voice is proving to be a hit to fans all over the world. His performances and song choices at the concerts are up to date, emotional, savvy, and attracts all ages…He is the reason for the these sold out concerts. He is truly a whole ‘nother league than American Idol…And the reason why a big percentage of America does not vote on Idol…he does not fit the American Idol mold…he attracts so many Americans because of his wholesome good looks, his natural talent to sing the phone book, and because he refuses to play the part, but instead marches to his own tune! Thanks for highlighting him…Atlanta loves David Archuleta…the screams for him will be deafening!!!!!!!!!!!!!!He is on a wave that is climbing higher every concert!!!!
By Lynn
August 13, 2008 5:34 AM | Link to this
The Mavid dances I am so glad they got rid of…they were irritating, and distracting, and not concert material. Thank you both David and Michael for thinking about someone other than yourselves!
By Deirdre
August 13, 2008 7:54 AM | Link to this
Morning!
Lynn…let’s be fair to fans of someone other than Archie. Continue to sit in your Archie fog and leave the other Idols alone!
I’m not going to be having a fun day today. I’ll explain later.
By flats
August 13, 2008 8:33 AM | Link to this
Good morning college ballsians!!17 DAYS 3 HOURS 59 MINUTES TIL THE RED AND BLACK HAIRY COLLEGE BALLS STARTS!!!GO DAWGS!!!!!That phelps boy did it again.28 total medals,10 gold for the americans!!!
By flats
August 13, 2008 9:01 AM | Link to this
Rodney…we need a new thread!!!
By JTesla
August 13, 2008 9:07 AM | Link to this
The dances “irritating and distracting”? Since when is 5 seconds of dancing distracting? The video isn’t of one long dance it’s a string of different dances done at different times, in different cities. What is irritating and distracting is the obvious hyperbole of your earlier post.
By flats
August 13, 2008 9:10 AM | Link to this
Maybe a a thread about COLLEGE BALLS?
By flats
August 13, 2008 9:14 AM | Link to this
Lynnn..please come back and voice your opinion.
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 13, 2008 9:16 AM | Link to this
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By harrietth
August 13, 2008 9:32 AM | Link to this
Yes, {{{{{{{{D}}}}}}}}
By Deirdre
August 13, 2008 9:33 AM | Link to this
JT..she’s just jealous!!!! :-)
I have to take my mom’s cat to be euthanized today. I don’t think this is in my job description but who else is gonna do it???? :-(
By harrietth
August 13, 2008 9:40 AM | Link to this
D, you remember two weeks ago I had to go with my sister to have her cat euthanized. That’s why you need hugs. It will be so traumatic for you. However, I was certainly impressed at the process. They really do just “go to sleep.”
By Deirdre
August 13, 2008 9:44 AM | Link to this
I was thinking about you, harrietth. I hate doing this to any animal but sometimes it’s necessary. The appt is this afternoon so I have all day to dwell on it.
By harrietth
August 13, 2008 9:54 AM | Link to this
It is a kind thing to do, D, but so painful for the one who has to make the decision. Our little cat was such a part of our family, as I am sure your mother’s cat has been. It really is like a death in the family. Folks who don’t have pets won’t understand that, but it really is. I keep expecting the cat to be in the house when I get home from work. I still close the door to the living room to keep the cat out, even though she isn’t there any longer. Stuff like that. You expect them to walk through a door or be sleeping on a bed. So, the trauma isn’t only at the death, it is in the grieving, too. Are you quite attached to this cat? I am sure your mom is.
By Deirdre
August 13, 2008 10:07 AM | Link to this
Shadow is a lovely cat who is scared of anyone but my mom. I’ve been feeding him, changing his litter box and generally taking care of him for nearly 4 years and he still runs when I walk in the room. Silly cat! Mom wants it to happen but she’s going to have a pretty rough week. She wants to get over crying about the cat before she moves at the end of the month.
By harrietth
August 13, 2008 10:13 AM | Link to this
D, this is a great idea on her part. And, the change of scenery will help her so much as far as grieving for the cat. She won’t be in surroundings that constantly remind her. Still, it is traumatic for you and your mother. My thoughts will be with you, not only this afternoon, but throughout the day, D.
By Deirdre
August 13, 2008 10:22 AM | Link to this
Not to change the subject…and not to start a political argument but I just can’t resist this one….I apologize.
It’s being reported that George Clooney(hottest guy on earth if you were to ask me)is giving Obama tips on handling the Middle East situation. This does NOT fill me with loads of confidence!
By JTesla
August 13, 2008 10:25 AM | Link to this
Sorry Deirdre. I know for me it would be easier if it was “my” cat and not the cat of someone that I care about. Maybe that is just me. Hopefully it will go easier on your mother, and you, then expected.
By flats
August 13, 2008 10:33 AM | Link to this
Sorry D….I had to put my cocker spanial down 2 years ago…It was the toughest thing i’ve ever had to do!
By flats
August 13, 2008 11:12 AM | Link to this
Where did erbody gowhats?
By flats
August 13, 2008 11:15 AM | Link to this
Oh wiat,I know what yall are waiting for.
By flats
August 13, 2008 11:19 AM | Link to this
17 DAYS 1 HOUR 10 MINUTES TIL COLLEGE BALLS STARTS!!!
By harrietth
August 13, 2008 11:35 AM | Link to this
15 here, flats!
By flats
August 13, 2008 11:37 AM | Link to this
Dont worry rodney i’ll continue to do my part and post!!!!!
By flats
August 13, 2008 11:53 AM | Link to this
Your right H…..Wolfpack comes to cockville for some thursday night college balls!!!
By War Eagle
August 13, 2008 12:10 PM | Link to this
Hey folks, I had to take my mom’s dog to the vet Monday to be put to sleep. She just couldn’t bring herself to do it. I never had a real attachment to the dog but it still brought a tear to my eye when I told him good-bye.
flats, COLLEGE BALL just around the corner. Congrats on the pre-season #1 ranking. We got #11 which ain’t bad having two new coordinators and still no decision on a starting quarterback.
By flats
August 13, 2008 12:17 PM | Link to this
EAGLE!!!!Auburns college balls will be fine!Go with the ju-co transfer!!Not the mike vick style guy!
By DawnH
August 13, 2008 12:32 PM | Link to this
100 years ago, after my divorce, I got a kitten from the shelter. I don’t have kids, and that kitten became my baby. We went through a lot, me and my boy. He was a huge cat, and fat. He acted more like a dog than a cat, following me around everywhere, waiting at the door when I left, he even played catch. He became diabetic and I had to give him insulin shots for years. I had my boy for 17 years, until he went into congestive heart failure, and I had to have him put to sleep 4 years ago. I wasn’t able to be with him; I had to be on a plane to NY on business. My dad took him for me. It still breaks my heart when I think about losing that cat. I now have a dog and 3 cats (uh, long story), but as much as I love these babies, nothing could replace my boy. This blog has made me very sad today. I am so sorry for those of you who have had to, or are having to put down your pet, or the pet of someone you love.
By War Eagle
August 13, 2008 12:38 PM | Link to this
I think they should go with Todd. He is more experience in the spread offense. Burns should play to but just to mix things up a little.
I’m already sick of all the hype OSU is getting. They will probably walk through the weak Big Ten and get their asses handed to them again by the SEC who ever it might be.
By Deirdre
August 13, 2008 1:03 PM | Link to this
Dawn…it’s the only bad part about pet ownership. We have to give them up at some point and we have to be as humane as possible about it.
Thanks for all the kind words and stories about the pets y’all have cared about. I’ll always be grateful to my gorgeous golden retriever who spared me by chasing a deer away from our fence, lying down, exhausted by the pure joy of chasing a deer and dying quietly in his sleep. I wish they could all go as happy and pain free as he was that day.
Now everybody smile…because, no matter how sad it is to lose them, they still bring tremendous joy to our lives.
By harrietth
August 13, 2008 2:11 PM | Link to this
Thanks, D. You’re right, of course.
By flats
August 13, 2008 2:45 PM | Link to this
D…We are all on your side..16 DAYS 22 HOURS 3 MINUTES TIL COLLEGE BALLS STARTS!!
By flats
August 13, 2008 2:59 PM | Link to this
We need a college balls thread!!!
By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 13, 2008 3:02 PM | Link to this
I have so much sympathy for all of you who’ve been through this … my son was given a cat a few years ago — grew totally attached within days — but we found out the cat was diseased (feline leukemia) and the previous owner didn’t know — the change in environment evidently set the cat off (stress?) … my son sat at the vet and cried his heart out…
my China cat never reappeared, i hope she’s found a loving home — but her “half-sister” (from the next year’s litter) who looked just like her got into a fenced yard with dogs who DON’T like cats — she didn’t make it out unfortunately. That’s hard because there was nothing we could do about it — we had her body taken out of that yard and we buried her but… that was really tough on all of us, especially with the older one having “left home”.
But cats will do as cats will do, as we all who have been owned by them know well. I still call out for China every evening, just in case…
enough of that…as D said, while they deign to give us their presence they are joyful to love and be loved by — and just like our kids, they have minds of their own sometimes!
By flats
August 13, 2008 3:11 PM | Link to this
WHERE ARE MY POSTS???????????COLLEGE BALLS!!!!!
By flats
August 13, 2008 3:21 PM | Link to this
I CANT SEE MY POSTWHATS!!!!!!!!
By harrietth
August 13, 2008 4:19 PM | Link to this
Bye everyone. Time to hit the road. Where was Nana today? She usually says goodbye before I do. Anyway, be safe on your way—wherever you are going.