Writer's Block?

Sitting in a hot, relaxing bubble bath scented with "Silent Night" the words flowed through my mind like a babbling brook twinkling in the sun. So now, here I sit with my laptop on my lap ready to record those inspiring thoughts. And guess what? NOTHIN! Can't think of a thing to say. Don't you hate days like that?

One thing I would like to say is "what's going on with the people at 360?" There is always somebody leaving! How many of us would give our first born to work there and there's all these people there who pick up and leave. I don't get it. However, I think it's great that this mother decided to stay home and devote all her time to loving, caring, and nurturing her new baby. In my opinion, that's the way it should be. I was kidding about the firstborn by the way.

I've noticed some other blogs have been very critical of AC360 lately. Well, not lately. Certain blogs have been criticising 360 for years. I just hope this time no one pays any attention. First they complained that too much of the second hour was the same content as the first hour. Finally, they cut out the live second hour and just re-run the tape of the 10:00 PM show. Now the complainst seem to be bringing about another change. Are the live audience programs they're planning going to be taped replacements of the 10:00 PM Friday programs? I hope not. I like the live AC360 and would love if they went back to two hours; more Anderson is better than less Anderson. Let me know what you think.

Have a great weekend everybody.

Anderson back to War Zone

Anderson is back in the war zone. He will broadcasting live tonight from Israel. To read more about it, click on the link to his blog : http://ac360.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/05/on-the-ground-near-the-gaza-border/#comment-510689

Anderson's reports from the frontlines are always great; informative, impartial, and interesting. However, I have to say I hate when he goes to war zones. It scares the living daylights out of me. So everyone remember to say your prayers tonight and bring Anderson home safe and sound. I suppose a few prayers for peace wouldn't hurt either. I can't imagine what it must be like for the people living there. Their lives must be literally on hold. How can they sleep with explosions echoing through the air day and night? Even when they stop, they are probably still on edge wondering when it will start again, how close will it hit, and will they live through it? Moreover, what about the children? Can you imagine having kids and wondering how you can keep them safe? They must be scared to death, even more than their parents. As a parent, I would think you'd try to hide your fear so as not to upset your kids even more. It's an unbelievable situation. Unfortunately, it happens way too often in far too many places.

It's Christmas people, what happened to peace on earth and good will towards all men? This area is in the center of Christmas, it's the home of Christmas, it's where Jesus was born. Maybe they need to think of this a little more often.

Holiday Letdown

Did you ever notice what a letdown you get after the holidays? You go from a house full of people, laughing, playing games, Christmas music in the background to liven things up, to virtual silence. The bright and happy home goes straight too doom, gloom, and quiet as a morgue. It’s really unsettling. What’s even more amazing is how fast you go from being energetic and getting things done, to feeling tired and lazy and lucky if you manage to change out of your robe.

I really miss Christmas when it’s over, although I don’t declare it over until at least Greek Christmas. I had a great Christmas this year so it will be even harder to let it go. When most people are taking their tree down and packing everything away, I’m dragging out extra ornaments to fill in the empty places that were missed the first time around.

I’ve realized over the years that Christmas is a process, a journey. Each year you strive to get everything down and have everything perfect. It’s like they say in the Constitution “…. Strive for a more perfect union.” That’s how I look at the holiday, striving for a more perfect Christmas. Some day it will be perfect; someday I will get everything done in time. The presents will be wrapped ahead of time and I won’t be up till after midnight wrapping. I will wrap as I buy the gifts throughout the year and will have time to make my own bows and wrap with creativity, imagination, and individuality. I will be organized enough so that I can make my fruitcake right after Thanksgiving and have time enough to bake all the cookies I want. Every room in the house will be decorated as well as the outside.

I’m sure you’ve realized by now that none of this happened this year. I was wrapping after midnight, the manger wasn’t lit, the carolers beside the manger weren’t plugged in and one didn’t even have a working bulb. The bells weren’t hung around the porch because we couldn’t get every one to twinkle and blew the fuses in the house five times trying to get them all lit. After the fifth fuse the bells were returned to their storage box and my brother gave up. However, it was a very merry Christmas and I had loads of fun, laughter, and tender loving moments. I didn’t want my family to go back home and didn’t want the holidays to end.

They always say you should appreciate the good things while you have them. I do appreciate that I was blessed with such a wonderful holiday, the trouble is that no matter how much you appreciate it, it stills saddens you when it’s over and it doesn’t make it last longer.

a little bit of everything....

Okay, maybe not EVERYTHING, but just a few things on my mind. I'll probably add a more cohesive post concerning some of these topics.

Anyone keeping up with the Caylee Anthony case? I try to catch the latest on Nancy Grace, and I'm so ready for the case to come to a conclusion. I don't know what to think anymore, but all I know is that it sickens me when someone can hurt a child.

To all you football people out there, enjoy the season! My best regards go out to Tom Brady as he's out for the season with a knee injury that will require surgery.

Other than that I really don't know much about what's going on. Anyone care to share any topics of interest feel free to do so!

Random poll and New Anderson Wallpaper

So I too have been a horrible blogger (way more than the anyone else combined) and here I come posting a poll un-related to Anderson. (shame on me, I'll go the naughty chair...hehe)

It's so pathetic what an accent can do to a girl hahaha Accents are my weakness I'm officially putting that high up on the list. A person could talk about how they changed the battery in their car for all I care haha. So I decided to make a poll with a few of the one's I've personally have heard. So cast your vote for sexiest accent!!!

Please choose up to three (3) accents :)

Sexiest Accent
	Scottish
	English
	Irish
	Spanish
	French
	Italian
	German
	Russian
	Australian
	Chilean
	Argentine
	Slovenian
	American
Free polls from Pollhost.com

HOWEVER I do come with a wallpaper for you all :)

Picture of the Week 6/29/2008

Hey folks, hope your weekend got off to a good start. As for me, mine has turned out to be quite a sad one. I just learned today that my priest passed away. He served at our parish all through my childhood and gave me my first communion. He was the kindest, sweetest, gentlest man you'd ever want to meet. When you think of what a priest should be, that was what he was like. He was the kind of priest who made it seem like anything could be forgiven. If you told him you had killed your mother, he probably would have said, "don't do it again!"

He had retired quite a while ago, but I would run into him from time to time. The first time was at the local Ladbrokes. I went there once a year to bet on the Kentucky Derby. When he saw me he got this shocked and appalled look on his face and said, "what are you doing here?" Without missing I beat I shot right back, "what are you doing here?" Realizing that I had a point he let out a little chuckle. He also worked at the local food pantry (aka soup kitchen). Every once in a while I would see him at the grocery store when he would stop to pick up food to take to the food pantry for the poor. Usually it was in the parking lot where I would run into him and he would always stop and greet me with an enthusiastic, "Chrissy, how are you?". He was one of only a few people who called me Chrissy. (They are all gone now too). Then he would give me a big hug.

I guess there won't be anymore hugs for me.

God Bless him! He will always go on in my heart. Hopefully, the tears will not.

From a holy man to an angel, enjoy the picture.

screen cap courtesy of Sahira, merci beaucoup!

Picture of the Week 6/22/2008

Hey Folks, hope everyone is having a great weekend. It was a fantastic week of AC360. It sure is good to have Anderson back. It's just not the same without him. Sorry, guys. I call em as I see em.

How do you like the new AC website? I have to admit I miss the blue. The most important thing though is having Anderson blog. I miss his blogs. I know we all give up our New Year's resolutions a few days after we make them. But I really wish he would keep his since it affects us. No one else cares if you stick to your diet, get healthy, or organize your house. His resolution though.... well, we like his blogging. Blogging or no... it's good to have him back safe and sound after his travels through Africa.

Now it's time for the picture of the week. Enjoy!

screen cap courtesy of Sahira, merci beaucoup

Monday Blues

First, I want to thank you for the touching comments you made about your fathers. Some of them brought tears to my eyes. I know it's sometimes hard to talk about this stuff, so I appreciate that you chose to share. Thank you!

We often hear people say to appreciate people or situations while we have them. Sometimes it's hard, some people aren't demonstrative and keep things to themselves. We always think we will spend lots of time with our loved ones and have these special conversations and intimate, special moments. However, if our loved one is quiet and not talkative, or if they are already to the point where they are not interested in this world, those special moments become hard to come by. We try our best and have to just accept that "that's how it is".

I don't know about you guys, but I dread Mondays. Today was twice as bad, coming after a bad night. I had a horrible dream and although I often have them, this one not only scared me but my mom as well. She woke me up and asked what was wrong because I was moaning and yelling out in my sleep. Someone was trying to grab me or something and I was trying to get away or something. It was really strange and scary. As luck would have it, it had to come on a day that I had to get up because we had an appointment to get to. Hopefully, Anderson will be on and chase away these blues. He is usually very successful at chasing away my inner demons.

Now on to AC360, they've been advertising tonight's show quite a bit so I hope we get a little more than 30 seconds of Anderson. Although I appreciate whatever we get. Unfortunately, no more blogging so far. I wish he would blog more, especially when he's away.

Here's a glimpse of tonight's program: http://www.cnn.com/CNN/Programs/anderson.cooper.360/

Sad Diagnosis for Sen. Ted Kennedy

There was sad news on Sen. Ted Kennedy's condition today. He has been diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. On Saturday, he suffered a seizure and was hospitalized. No decisions have been made on the course of treatment which would include radiation and/or chemotherapy.

Jack Gray, AC360 Associate Prod. blogged about the only surviving son of Jack and Rose Kennedy. It is a touching account of what the senator and his family mean to many Americans. They are truly our royal family. you can find the blog entry here: http://ac360.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/20/memories-from-kennedy-country/

Our thoughts and prayers are with the senator and his family in this trying time. This family has suffered so much tragedy throughout the years, I don't know how they've survived all the heartache. Yet, they have not only survived it, they've accomplished great things along the way. They've never forgotten their fellow citizens, but have always worked to help those in need.

Please include Sen Ted Kennedy and his family in your prayers in the coming days and weeks. It's now our turn to support this family.

My apologies....

Hey everyone, first off, my apologies for neglecting the blog; to Chris and Mac a huge thank you for keeping it up and running! I've just been so busy with "school" (I'm working as a substitute teacher, for the remaining school days) as well as a few days at my other job, and then these past few weeks have been busy with doctor visists and staying anxious about my results (nothing too major, finally decided to go back to my orthopedic surgeon), and to top it all of it's the playoffs. My Spurs are facing the New Orleans Hornets in the western conference semi-finals and it's do or die for both teams-winner takes all in a highly anticipated game 7 down in NOLA...the pressure is on and hopefully my spurs can pull the win on the road (something no western conference team has done throughout the semis)

Anywho, I plan to make some wallpapers to make up for my absence, so keep checking back :)

Spurs Update: Game 2

Whoohooo!! My Spurs won game 2 of the series 102-96!! Tony Parker scored 32 points to help the Spurs with their comeback. The Spurs bench also stepped up in the 2nd half!!! Whoohooo! I'm sooo excited! Now we go to Phoenix for games 3 and 4. LET'S GO SPURS!!!!

Here's a graphic for game 2, comments are loved :)

WHOOHOO the time is here!

Well, well, well, look at what we've got here! The 2008 NBA Playoffs kick off this Saturday!! It's been one heck of a journey in the Western conference this season which is so exciting!! I mean sure it's always been the tougher conference but sheesh!!! My apologies in advance but since I'm super excited, you will more than likely get a great dose of off topic nba posts for a while. However, I will try to make it worth your while with some yummy Ander-goodies mixed in :)

Western Conference First Round Matchups
Lakers v Nuggets
This series should be a pretty good one, but I do think the LAL will advance.
Jazz v Rockets
I'm only rooting for the Rockets, partly because I don't like the Jazz and I like Luis Scola and Tmac
Spurs v Suns
I shouldn't even have to explain why the Spurs are my pick :)
Hornets V Mavs
Although I dont really like the Mavs, I think they will advance due to their post-season experience; however it should be a good match up depite the way the Hornets played last night against the Mavs.

Eastern Conference First Round Matchups
Celtics v Hawks
Who knows maybe we can have another 1st round upset like the Warriors did last year in the West...but yeah I dont really anticipate that happening.
Cavs v Wizards
Don't really know how these 2 match up but I'm going for Lebron.
Magic v Raptors
I like D. Howard, so I'm rooting for the Magic
Pistons v 76ers
I dont like the Pistons, but let's be realisitc here, I just dont see the 76ers knocking them out of the first round.

So there you have it anderfolks, my nba playoff first round choices :)

And yet another hottie ;)

So Mac started us off with a random post of another hottie, so I wanted to share yet another hottie (well at least to me haha) So I come with a pic spam of Gerard Butler. He has an amazing accent (he's Scottish), he can sing, he's a magnificent actor, and to top it all off he has a Law Degree!!! Is it really so much to ask for a gorgeous foreign smarty singer?! I think not!!!










Wow...sorry there folks I think I went a little overboard *hehe*

Another Hottie

I know this blog is dedicated to AC, but in my opinion Eric McCormack somes in as a close second. Meow!!

If I cannot sleep after I see 360 I shall watch reruns of " Will And Grace" on Lifetime TV. Anyone else think McCormack is a hottie?

I'm BACK!

Ok, so many of you may have not known, but I was out of state for the weekend with my university band. I was excited to see how the blog was buzzing this weekend way to go crew!!! So here I am with 41 pictures that I've added to my photography portfolio so far from my weekend in Colorado :) Just a friendly reminder, if you like them let me know; and if you would like to post these anywhere else please send me a message via the contact form before you do so as these are my personal photographic works. Thank you and enjoy :) Just click on the images to view their full size.