Biggest Loser Considerations

I finally got a chance to watch last week's episode of Biggest Loser last night. Thank goodness for "On Demand!" I was somewhat surprised that Courtney was the one who was sent home. I figured she was due for a big breakthrough on her weight since she'd had a couple of weeks where she hadn't been losing much. It was disappointing to have to see her go, and it was a bit heartening to see how much others reacted to the fact that she lost the weigh-in too. Clearly, she was special to other members of this year's Biggest Loser contestants. Eventually though, no matter how special they are to one another, they will all have to face voting to send someone they care about home, and/or saying goodbye to people they care about as only one person can win. It was pretty noteworthy and unsurprising that none of the members of the green team appeared to be all that broken up about Courtney's hastened departure. Why would they be? It kept them all there for another week.

One thing about this season of Biggest Loser that I've appreciated is the fact that all of the contestants have been reasonably likable although Q and Lariamay (sp?) seemed the most reserved of the bunch early on. Of all of the contestants left now, I think I feel the most indifferent toward the current members of the green team. I wouldn't say I dislike any of them, but I'm not exactly rooting for them either. It wouldn't have bothered me much if any of them went home this week. I have been impressed with Rulon. He's a funny-looking guy in some ways, but he's got a lot of personality, and I've been impressed with what he can do with his body even as big as he presently is. I was amazed and celebrated along with him when he did a handstand, and to see the way he threw that dummy around and brought it to the mats with a twisting leap through the air had a bit of magic to it - like a well-choreographed dance. You can see his athleticism breaking through, and it is a beautiful sight to behold. When people have a natural gift, or other ability that has been developed, and you see it in action, it is always impressive to those who have not got such talents or skills. I enjoy watching Rulon's athleticism breaking through. He's a good guy too. Other favorites: Hannah, Olivia, & Irene. Irene is quiet, but she's stayed in the game. She could surprise everyone, or she could end up a casualty of other alliances in a bad weigh-in week. She has a beautiful face too, with a doll-like quality.

Fantastic Fashion Doesn't Go Out of Style

There is a wedding in my future. It is a mere 3 months away. I decided I ought to be thinking about my attire for this event so I started looking online at dresses that would be suitable - not too formal and fancy, not too casual. I've looked at hundreds of dresses, and I can't find anything that really appeals to me and would be suitable for the wedding. It's a good thing I started looking early as it is now apparent that if I have to order a dress, it could take a couple of months to get it. I did see one dress I liked: a vintage 1950s party dress. I like the style: simple, classically elegant, with just a hint of glitz. At $255 with 4 hours left in the auction, this one will undoubtedly sell for more. Somehow, vintage or not, I don't think I want to wear a dress to a wedding that will be competitive with the cost of the bride's dress. I wasn't actually looking for a vintage dress when I began my search, but not finding what I was looking for, I did a search that pulled up vintage dresses, and I couldn't help but take a look. Someone is going to LOVE this dress and look fabulous in it!

Say "Yes!" to the Dress



Image Source: Via ebay

Admit it. It IS classically beautiful.

Vomit

It has been my experience that days that start with vomit are rarely as productive as they could be, or as they might have been intended to be at the outset. It doesn't matter where the vomit comes from, although it could be argued that it is better if it does not come from one's self, vomit and productivity do not mix. MY day began with vomit. I am thankful it was not my vomit. It was however a game changer insofar as my day was concerned. I do not like vomit. Thank God for disinfectants, running water, and Yankee candles.

Has Blogging Become Passé?

I was wondering to myself, just the other day, whether blogging had become passé. I don't really believe it has. I think it is no longer a trendy fad, and that those who wish to blog are out there blogging and maintaining a presence on the web. I think it has become an accepted part of life, at least in western countries.

I think those who blog typically have something to say and once they find a place they are comfortable navigating, they write. This doesn't guarantee an audience, but it is an outlet. I think one of the biggest changes in the blogging experience since its inception in the late 90s to early 2000s, when most people first heard of "web logs," is that people are less inclined to wonder why anyone would want to read about some unknown person's daily life experiences. People will often come and read if someone writes. It's just a matter of the right people with the right interests stumbling upon the right blog. Of course, one has to write consistently to keep them coming back.

Another big change since blogs have been mainstreamed is the tendency for people (people from the past, potential employers, current employers, law enforcement, the media, etc) to start looking you up on the web if it suits their purposes. Facebook tends to be the site of choice for getting a feel for who people really are beyond the pixels, but it started with blogs. So is blogging passé? Not yet. It still serves a purpose and gives people an outlet for creative expression.

St. Nicholas Day

I just remembered that today is St. Nicholas Day!

Random Thoughts

Today I am missing some people . . . and that's all I have to say about that.

Against the Odds

After losing in my fantasy football league each of the last two weeks, and most recently to the hubster, I was starting off this week's game in a tenuous situation. By Monday night, all of my players were done, but my opponent had one player left. I was encouraged by the fact that my opponent's player was a wide receiver who was just coming off the injury list, and the fact that I led by over 20 points. Usually, the first game back following an injury, players don't necessarily put up big numbers. Wide receivers don't often put up numbers in the 20's either. By the end of the second quarter, my opponent's wide receiver had amassed 18 points though. I pretty much figured that I was about to go on a 3-game losing streak at that point. I didn't even watch the whole game. I fell asleep. The hubster woke me up to tell me I had won by one point. ONE point made all of the difference between being in the winning or losing column this week! Amazing.