Bye bye football season. Congratulations to the Kansas City Chiefs! The game was what I was hoping for: exciting, with a close score. The Chiefs and the 49ers were tough competitors and it came down to the last few minutes. I am happy for Coach Reid, and for the people of Kansas City, Missouri. (Not Kansas Mr. President.).
What did you think of the halftime show? I have been seeing a little bit of everything on Facebook about it this morning; some LOVED it and some felt it was way too racy for family viewing. My two cents: When it was announced that Chakira and Jennifer Lopez would be the entertainment for halftime, I knew then and there. – it was going to be high energy and with a major production full of dancing!!! Those ladies know how to shake it – and when I say ‘it’ I mean every inch of their bodies. I’m very impressed with how fit they are, and how much “the music is in them.” Wow! J-Lo puts every 50 year old woman to shame. She looks awesome and moves like nobody else! Did I think the camera angles were unnecessary? Yes. Too many crotch shots and too many booty close-ups. I suppose if the two women were considered ‘bimbos’ it would be sad, but they are both very talented and tough ladies. They are also mothers. They are amazing.
Now, the commercials? Favorites? Once again, there was a bunch of hype over them, and I saw a few of them early because they were released to the public via Facebook. I loved the Google ad (I saw it earlier in the week) because it was very touching, but also very sad. Too many were down right dumb and I wondered who the ad people were trying to appeal to…. and the Trump commercial? The whole thing was a lie. It was Kim Kardashian who went to the president and brought up the wrong and long prison sentence of the woman featured in the commercial. Kim, being Kim, was able to get a personal meeting with Trump, and she talked him into releasing the woman. So, my favorites? Probably the Jeep commercial with Bill Murray recreating his “Groundhog Day” role – appropriately airing on Groundhog Day. And I liked the “park your car” Boston style. “Smart park.” It was wicked! Ha I also liked how earth needed a Snickers to change… but it was weirdly made. I liked the message tho.
So, on to Monday and a new week. I’m looking forward to spring returning here. We are to reach the mid 70’s the next three days in a row. That will get our plants waking up… and starting to grow. I hope we don’t have another heavy freeze after it.
It’s also finally, finally, finally the Iowa Caucus night. Predictions? I really don’t know. I still am hoping for a Mayor Pete good showing. Top 3. I’m also excited about Mayor Bloomberg running for president, even though he got into the race too late to be involved in the caucus. I like his no nonsense style, and his emphasis on gun safety, and really all of his issues stances. He has a political background, and experience in leading very successful businesses. He is using his money which will keep him in the race (and unfortunately that is the way of our world.) Good people have dropped out due to lack of funds.
I’ll check into the caucus results on TV tonight, but I will keep myself balanced by also watching my guilty pleasure “The Bachelor.” I do like Pilot Peter!
And, yes, the impeachment trial is still going on too. I know it’s pretty much a ‘done deal’ since allowing witnesses was voted down a few days ago. It’s been a weird circus. I have tried to watch the proceedings when I can, and I have listened on NPR in the car. I continue to want to hear directly – and not rely on the media talking heads. I am sad about it all. But, I have been impressed by the Senate Democratic managers – they have been compassionate. Their lawyer-y backgrounds have been impressive. People have varying opinions about Adam Schiff, but I gotta say he has impressed me. The president’s side, his lawyers, have come across as cold, and mad… and defending a man who did wrong but did not do enough to be fired. Hmmmm
Kudos to the three ladies who put together the first (annual) Lowcountry Handbell Workshop/Festival held at our church this past Saturday. Suzanne, Olivia, and Lana – all church music directors. Hard working – with grace. We had around 45 ringers from various churches come together to work on 5 pieces. Then we put on a little concert at the end of it. A fun day. A nice community and music event!
Also kudos to hubby and SIL Kathy who hosted a 70th birthday party for SIL Linda here at our place. It was fun celebrating – and laughing a lot. No drama. It’s the way a party should be. Also kudos to Dodd, our one man contractor/builder for getting the decks done (minus railings) by party time. Next up: tearing apart our kitchen. Eeeeeek!!
Well, football is done. Weekends will be different now… smack talk is over for awhile. But, let me leave this post with: the best part of yesterday’s Super Bowl for me? It was the opening scene with the little boy ‘bringing it home”…. so well done! Funny, emotional, celebrating the 100 years of the NFL. I loved it.
Have a good week everyone!!
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