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"Snaggle Tooth Mama"- Those Darlins

I have been around musicians my whole life, and I can honestly say, I have never seen any dramatic portrayal of the lives of musicians (with few exceptions) in such an honest way...not superstar musicians, just working-class musicians who dedicate their lives to such an ephemeral endeavor. I realize, this show has a very narrow appeal, because most won't get all the references...but just the scene in the last episode, where Delmond and his father (Big Chief) are talking about Delmonds' new record...when Big Cheif says "I can play bass", Delmond replies "We already got Ron Carter"...Big Chief, not batting an eye says "Ron Carter? He's alright"...the look that Delmond gives his father is priceless...Ron Carter is maybe the greatest living jazz bass player...can't wait to see Big Chief and Ron Carter on the screen together next week, as the previews indicate. Glad to see I am not the only one watching. I think too many people were expecting it to be like "The Wire" and got turned off pretty fast...I can't find anyone else who watches it. My sister gave up on it after the first season, just wasn't interested in season two. I can deal with small storylines, and meandering stories, the randomness, because that is how life is. Speaking of Sonny, I like his storyline. During season one, he was, perhaps, the most unlikeable of all the characters, but he is becoming more redeeming, as he tries to kick junk. Liked the scene where he meets the little Asian hottie at the crawfish supply dock...maybe she reminds him a little of Annie T? The only storyline, this season, that is waring a little for me, is the chef in NY...I am not a "foodie", I suspect if I was, I would appreciate the nuances a little more...I just want her to move back to New Orleans already...the best thing to come out of it, is the chef meeting Delmond at the sports bar in NYC, to watch the Saints games. Maybe, because the show is so sprawling, with a large ensemble cast, she gets overlooked, but I can't believe that Melissa Leo hasn't at least been nominated for her role as Toni Bernette...that woman is a terrific actress. It seems like they have a zillion awards shows now, how come no love for the acting on this show? The scene with her and the daughter, outside the juvenile court house really hit close to home, as my family is going through something similar right now... As last season culminated with Katrina, I suspect this season will culminate with the Saints winning the Super Bowl.

Jeez...I have made some bone-headed typos in my day, but that is the worst! Please accept my apology.

Yeah, when I realized you were thinking that I said Breitbart was a frat boy, and were blathering on about it, I didn't read the rest...it wasn't what I said. But, I really don't want to open the whole Brietbart thing again...you are late to the party on that. And, I realize the Gawker, Daily KOS thing are not necessarily reliable sources (which I said in my post), I was suggesting though, Lee stepped away, so abruptly, because he knew much more salacious things could come out. I think you, and some others, are kidding yourselves if you think he ditched his whole political career simply because he sent a shirtless picture of himself to a woman, other than his wife. We live in a culture where being accused of something, particularly for politicians, is as good as being guilty, no matter how flimsy the supporting evidence is. Perception is reality...

We hung out in my bedroom one summer and boinked like rabbits! Then she had to have a stomach staple surgery, and it was all over! The one that got away!

Sheesh...I am 40+ and would settle for hanging WITH attractive girls in their 40'S!

I know you took a lot of time to post your drivel, but, honestly, I can't read it... As for Lee, just google the words "Chris Lee transgender" and you will find a slew of links to the story...here is one, to get you started: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/02/25/chris-lee-transgender-women-craigslist_n_828476.html Another, from the Buffalo News: http://www.buffalonews.com/topics/chris-lee/article351895.ece Another: http://www.dailykos.com/story/2011/02/26/949982/-Chris-Lees-Craigslist-ad-seeking-transsexualscrossdressers-cause-for-instant-resignation I would put money on it that Chris Lee was a frat boy at one time! I am sure you will "refudiate" the sources, which may be valid...but, generally, where there is smoke there is fire in these cases. As for Weiner jokes, they are stupid, and juvenile...your forte!

Loved Mark Cubans tweet: "how amazing was it that dirk, brian cardinal and ian mahini planned to all sign with the Mavs this summer !! #big3 #makingithappen"

Anyone see the Hugh Hefner documentary? It was pretty fascinating...I realize he isn't everyone's cup of tea, but there was a time when he was kind of a visionary, rather than just a dirty old man. Would love to see some of those old "Playboy After Dark" shows. They have been running it on Showtime if anyone is interested...it's called something like "Hugh Hefner: Playboy, Activist and Rebel". Even if you don't like him (and I don't have a strong feeling either way, but I do thank him for introducing me to Karen Witter back in 1981), it is a pretty interesting time capsule...

You know, I was in Seattle at the begining of April for a week and a half. It rained the first seven days for a good part of the day... but the last three days were great! I guess I didn't catch the nuance (or didn't think it was relative at the time) at the wake scene. That adds something...

I have been called conner many times here...it doesn't hurt so bad...but OC? That is really low...

I like the two cops, and I think the guy who plays Rosies' father is really good...kind of like a chubbed out Springsteen. After you see the newest episode, let me know what you think. I probably think about it way too much. My gf and I have our Sunday night shows...after the basketball game, had to turn to the second showing of "The Killing" ("her" show, which I don't hate), and then my show "Treme", which everyone seems to hate, but me...I love it...poetry on the small screen.

I think they have balls, but, you bring up an interesting point...maybe #1 and #2 are chicks!

I don't mind a joke, but blaming OC on anyone is over the line.

I have to say, this show has been frustrating...I like the mood, and I don't mind the slow pace. I love the idea that the whole thing takes place over two weeks, but what is frustrating is that nearly every episode you think they have made some progress in the storyline, and then it is deflated in the opening sequence the following week. The other thing I don't like, the slow pace of the show would be more palatable if it was painting a portrait of the tedium of a homicide case. But it seems like nearly every time they make any progress in the case, it is due to dumb luck, rather than good police work...maybe I am being too picky...I really hated the whole teacher storyline...it dragged on for weeks, and by the time it started, you knew it was going to end up the way it did, because they had already established the red-herring formula...

Stephen Colbert thanks LeBron: http://www.aoltv.com/2011/06/14/stephen-colbert-thanks-lebron-james-for-being-so-classy-and-mode/

For me to know...

So, just a little before Buttsex became so popular?

So, he has finally grown up?

You got me! I thought it was a variation of that word that Chef Jim said you should never use when speaking to a female.

Seriously, we haven't....I did check his profile, and he has been around...hope everything is alright with him.

You can?

I think that was KD's way of funin' with me...not sure though. My people are looking into it.

You wear so many hats around here.