Recap

**SPOILER ALERT** If you're a fan of American Idol and haven't seen the results show yet read no further as this contains spoilers.

Wow! Am I shocked! I was CONVINCED David Archuleta would win American Idol. I figured both Davids had just as many fans as the other but assumed Little David's fans, consisting mainly of teeny-boppers with cell phones on some sort of family plan that includes unlimited texting privledges, would be voting furiously and ultimately place him as the winner. WRONG! I was so surprised it was David Cook who proved to be victorious. I guess I was fooled by Little David's louder fans. I'm not complaining. In fact, I believed both Davids deserved to be in the finals and both deserved to win so I would've been happy either way with the outcome. I have no doubt that David A. will be making great CDs so he has nothing to worry about being #2.

You know what's interesting? For my AI poll I put up, you guys predicted the right winner and the vote percentages (57% vs 43%) were very close to the actual percentages announced on the show (56% vs 44%). Rock on.

Now for me the highlight of the show was seeing Gladys Knight and her New Pips. Oh my! Watch this entertaining vid. I was laughing so hard! But of course, I love the three guys.
Additional thoughts: I was happy to see/hear Michael Johns again. I really liked this guy and forgot how much until I saw him on the show again. This guy to me wasn't the best vocalist but he was booted off way.too.early (I'm still in disbelief that Syesha was the last female standing but whatever). I also like what Simon had to say at the end to David C. and that the finale wasn't as clear cut as they (the judges) had predicted - both sung their very best plain and simple. I like both Davids enough to buy both of their CDs.
Well, that's it. American Idol is over so no more updates from me on this until next season. Yippee!

Comments

Anonymous said…
I really wanted David Arcguleta to win too! I was a little bummed but no matter who wins on that show your going to have a great career any ways.
May 22, 2008 at 11:44 AM
Annieofbluegables said…
when Simon said David A had a "knock out" I think all the David C fans got busy and voted.
both were very humble and deserving. Glad they both made it to the finals. both will do great.
I never watch idol, but since David A is in my state, and I actually sang with him at a concert at Abravanal hall, I was rooting for him. Very sweet young man, doesn't let fame go to his head.
I had a hard time sitting through the whole thing last night and actually watched a great pbs show on the future cars of America while Idol was going, then tuned into the final announcement.
~a
May 22, 2008 at 11:56 AM
RisibleGirl said…
This post didn't show up in my feeds, sis! I knew you'd posted because you mentioned it in my blogs. I hope something hasn't happened with your feed.

Anyhoo- both 'kids' have a lot of talent. I just think that David C is more talented and versatile. He has more stage presence and is sure of himself. David A is nice to listen to, but uncomfortable to watch.

It was really heart warming to see David C cry. He has always struck me as a pretty deep guy, but doesn't show it much.

Yay!!!!
May 22, 2008 at 1:09 PM
Penni said…
Well, I was pulling for David Cook since he has been currently living here in Tulsa before going to Hollywood. He just has a really cool edge about him, but I though David A. was so talented ans such a precious soul. Both guys will do great in their respective careers, no doubt!!
May 23, 2008 at 4:19 AM
Lisa (Pixywinks) said…
I've got AI on the DVR, but haven't watched the whole thing yet. The Pips are hilarious!!
XO
Pixy Lisa
May 23, 2008 at 7:58 AM
Sherri said…
Ditto Ditto and Ditto. You took the words right out of my mouth. I was shocked David C won as well even though he was my fav. I too loved Michael Johns and loved hearing him again on the finale. I thought they kind of spotlighted him a little more than most which was fine with me. I thought he should have been on there longer too. Don't know what the fuss was about Syesha...never cared for her vocals either. Ya just never know do ya? Glad it's over and can't wait for David C's and Michael John's CD's. You know somebody will offer MJ a deal. Surely. Happy Memorial Day Weekend!
May 23, 2008 at 8:39 AM
Anonymous said…
Thank you so much for the spoiler announcement! I was very surprised by the results. Pleased, but surprised! It made the 2 hours worthwhile!

I hope you have a fab long weekend :-)
May 23, 2008 at 3:12 PM
therapydoc said…
I thought the littler David had it, too.
May 27, 2008 at 7:34 PM
Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Guest Blog Post

Image
Happy Friday! Thought I'd let someone else take the reins today and share with you an interesting topic. How Raw Diets Can Make a Difference Transitioning to a raw food diet is often thought of as only a personal choice, as a journey that one individually decides to embark on for whatever reason, whether it be ethical or health-related or some other reason entirely. But the Examiner in Sacramento suggests an interesting idea involving raw food diets that could potentially make a difference in the greater community. The social problem that the Examiner discusses is the city's increased problems with homelessness among seniors. The article reports that Sacramento has seen a sharp rise in the elderly being displaced, resulting from what many speculate the aging of the Baby Boomer generation. The article goes on to posit a refreshing new idea that would offer homeless seniors both a source of sustaining and sustainable nutrition and that would also give them something rewarding
Read more

WEGO Health: Superpower!

Image
We’ve all daydreamed about having a superpower like superheroes, haven’t we? I mean Superman can fly, reverse time (at least, in the name of love) and is uber strong. Spiderman, well, he uses web power to fly around and catch bad guys. There are other interesting superpowers like invisibility, walking through walls, shape shifting, or reading of the mind. That last one doesn’t interest me much ever since I watched an old episode of the Twilight Zone where the character could suddenly hear everyone’s thoughts and there was no filter so it became overwhelming and noisy in his head. Um, no thanks. At certain times though, I’ve wished for the ability. Could’ve saved a lot of problems, you know? Or be a fly on the wall… * According to this list, there’s insanely rich. I never really thought of that as a superpower per se but it is one I would love to have. That superpower should just be a given. With super wealth I could share it and help so many people, go to so many causes
Read more

The "Glow"

Image
I know I'm supposed to be working on a different post - about my trip - but wanted to interrupt that to share something else. ******** People into the raw food lifestyle are familiar with the "glow." Maybe you're one who's been told a time or two that you have the glow. It's noticeable to spot a person who obviously is taking care of themselves by what they do and put into their bodies and especially when on the raw food lifestyle. Eating raw foods allows your body to properly process and digest foods plus all the those living enzymes and minerals means less work your body has to do so the result is a beautiful youthful glow. I have received such comments, which are always great to hear but I have been hearing this more so lately. From people who don't know me to people in the raw food world. When I was at our local raw vegan sto re one of the owners we nt on about how I (and hubby too) have transformed since she first met me; that I do have a healthy glow
Read more