HAYYYYY!! OK ........ I just finished "watching" THE WATCHMEN. Some interesting concepts, somewhat of a downer, and a few questions and comments come to mind:

**However, please note that I have only seen this film once, and never read the graphic novel.**

1. Why did the "masks" / vigilantes suddenly fall out of favor? They obviously survived the McCarthy era. Why did they have to retire?

2. When I read the wiki article on WATCHMEN, Dr. Manhattan was supposed to be only true hero with "powers." However, why was Ozymandias able to move so fast? Was this due to his incredible brain? Since I have brought up Ozymandias, could the producers have picked a more wooden actor than Matthew Goode? He was just boring to watch, and his never ending speeches ........!

3. Am I the only one who though Silk Spectre's outfit was just stupid? What was the point of this character? Ok, her mother was the first Silk Spectre, and she is connected to the Comedian .. but what is her purpose? And what does Silk Spectre mean anyway?

4. In the "alternate universe, " they have had "masks" for 40+ years, and there are no black, hispanic or asian heroes? Where are the sidekicks? There has to be some type of Owlgirl, who became a crimefighter due to her crush on Nite Owl.

5. Now I did like me some Nite Owl! I liked "Archie," I liked the suit and REALLY liked me some Patrick Wilson! DAMN!! I have to start paying more attention to Mr. Wilson. BUT, BUT, BUT, am I the only one who thought Nite Owl's fur lined cape was just a little too precious?



A HUGE Happy Birthday to my friend Reed, who just happens to share his birthday with MADONNA!

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HAYYYYY!! OK ........ I'm just full of questions today Barbie! Do you have the answers?

1. I read an article here, I read an article there. I listen to this commentator and check out that blog. And still, I can not understand the health plan that Obama is trying to create. This plan will be an option, but in the end, will ultimately hurt those whom the insurance companies do not want in the first place? All I know is that my premiums seem to be increasing every six months! Why Barbie? And while you are answering that question, can you explain this new health plan in 4 or 5 sentences? Remember that I'm not dumb [after all, I did see The Da Vinci Code], but need a little help.

2. I finally saw Kathy Griffin's recent episode of MY LIFE ON THE D-LIST, the one where she protests Proposition 8 in California. Kathy's outspoken stand re-confirmed my feelings of why she is such a talent and DIVA! Love her! But I was amazed at the young people she interviewed, who had little to no idea who Matthew Shepard was, let alone events like Stonewall. Matthew was killed less than 11 years ago, and these kids had no clue. Oh Barbie, what is going on with these youngsters, 29 and younger, who have no sense of history, style, or understanding why Nellie Olsen was such an important character on tv?

And Barbie, before you act like you are above such a question, NEWSFLASH FROM THE PLANET OF DUH, fewer and fewer little girls are playing with you nowdays. Your current lifestyle and that dream home will depend on the loyalty of gay men!

3. Oh Barbie, Empress of Style .. who told the world that it was ok for the return of 80's fashion? When I was at the mall last week, I walked past store window upon store window with mannequins wearing LEGGINGS! What is next? White sequined gloves [oops. already seen those] and headbands! The only good thing to come out of the 80's was Madonna and Miss Ross' EATEN ALIVE, SWEPT AWAY AND WORKIN' OVERTIME albums, leave the rest to history.

4. And before I go Barbie .. Who do you think would win in a cage match? Mariah or Eminem? Will Michael Jackson's autopsy results ever be revealed? And finally, why is there some type of cable cord across my front yard? And I don't even have cable!

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HAYYYYY!! OK ........ While the Jackson ceremony was going on and on and on at work, and while I was making some constructive "comments," a co-worker suggested that I might be a little insensitive. ME?? Insensitive?? What are you talking about??

BUTTTTTTTT, since we are on the subject of the Jackson ceremony, I had a few questions:

1. Besides Mariah, Janet, and maybe Usher, where were all the BIG names? I know that Madonna is on tour overseas, but what about Prince? Oprah? Bill and Hill Clinton? Elton John? That guy from Webster? Not to mention, MJ's diva trio, Miss Ross, Elizabeth Taylor and Liza? I think it is very telling that Miss Ross, of all people, was not there.

2. I'm sure that kid who was a finalist on Britain's Got Talent, is incredibly gifted. But what happened Tito?? Was Sanjaya busy? Besides Mariah, didn't the Jacksons know anyone more famous to perform? No Justin Timberlake. No Miley. No Beyonce [maybe since she is on tour, but you could have at least gotten Solange!].

3. And speaking of Miss Mariah ........ Am I the only one who thinks she looked suspiciously pregnant in that dress? Remember how J-Lo [why wasn't she at this shin-dig] denied she was pregnant, while wearing loose fitting, high waisted skirts? And once again, was I the only one who was worried that Jennifer Hudson might have her baby on that stage today?

4. Another co-worker asked a golden question ....... who is paying for all this hoopla?

5. But all these questions and concerns are just petty thoughts when we come to LaToya. Toy-Toy, Toy-Toy, what is with that hat? I know the video above is about MJ's daughter, but this one of the few pics I could find of LaToya's hat. Do not get me wrong, I love this hat. I WANT this hat. But Toy, what have you gotten hid up under there? And why can we only see half of your face?

In my opinion, LaToya is the ultimate Jackson! If you want a truly moving and life affirming read, rush to your nearest second or third hand bookstore [because no library is going to be seen with this book] and purchase her autobiography, LATOYA. Prepare to be moved many times!

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HAYYYYY!! OK ........ This evening I went with my brother and sister-in-law to see 3 male stand up comedians at a local "variety / comedy" playhouse. For the most part, I really enjoyed the show, and was thankful to have been given a ticket. Two of the comics were great, the other ok.

Now I love me some stand up comedians, but mostly the female comics. Joan Rivers, Margaret Cho, Suzanne Westenhofer, Maria Bamford, Kathleen Madigan and Mo'Nique are among my favorites. And in my book, Kathy Griffin and Kate Clinton can do no wrong. However, while I've certainly heard my share of male comics from Jerry Sienfeld to Larry The Cable Guy, I feel most of their humor is not as funny or intelligent as the ladies [and this includes the gay male comics like Bob Smith, Ant and Scott Kennedy].

Therefore, while watching the three comics this evening, I began asking myself the following questions:

1. Why are they so adamant that everyone know they're straight? All three made it very well known that there was a single straight male performing on that stage. One even claimed to be a "straight" metrosexual. Hello, what other kind of metrosexual is there? Are you truly worried that your audience is only concerned about the sexuality of their performers?

2. I realize that you want to feel comfortable while performing, but have you thought about wearing an outfit that actually fits? Or colors that work well with each other? And how about putting a little shoe polish on the shoes? Unless you are comic performing at a huge venue, most of the audience will be able to see your shoes.

3. At my office, in the audience tonight, and in the comic's jokes, there is this rampant anti-Obama feeling. Obama is the end of the world, Obama is the end of the economy, etc. My question is this ........ where was all this anti-Obama sentiment back in November 2008? Somebody must have liked the guy because he was voted in by the people. Are the people having "buyers remorse?" Unfortunately, my candidate only ended up as Secretary of State.

4. Is it that difficult to pick on the women from THE VIEW? Or Oprah? Or Liza Minnelli and Rosie O'Donnell? Or Nancy Pelosi? Please! Those are open targets. Or Clay Aiken, Ryan Seacrest or Sanjaya [yes, one of the comics is still referencing Sanjaya]? Come on guys, let's read the news a little more. What about Carrie Prejean [I can't wait till a Queen goes after her]? Perez Hilton? Glenn Beck? Pat Robertson? This is where the women come out on top!

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