So I’m not the biggest fan of the original track (it was the first dance song at the past five weddings I’ve been to — not exaggerating) but this Glee rendition with Quinn and new kid Sam is, in Santana’s words, “so freakin’ charming.”
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Vintage Idol
Is it just me or is “American Idol” such a snore this season? No one is really doing it for me, not even straggly man Casey James. (He’s not that hot, ladies. Don’t be fooled by the chest hair.)
Let’s take a trip back to brighter “Idol” days.
I feel like such a grandma. “When I was your age, ‘American Idol’ actually meant something …”
Team Kelly!
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All tingly inside
I don’t watch much TV. Which in itself sounds like an admirable thing (I kind of want to say it with a British accent: “Television? Oh heavens no, I don’t engage myself in that sort of activity), but in reality, it’s because I’m too busy refreshing Twitter and checking out gossip blogs and trying to read this damn big book about a teenage vampire. But I do watch American Idol because 1) um, it’s amazing, 2) my parents watch it and they control the television and 3) I would have nothing to contribute to the lunch conversation at my workplace if I didn’t. I’m glad it’s part of my life because of moments like this:
Look at that face! Isn’t it the cutest patootiest thing you’ve ever seen? I must admit, I don’t think he should win it all and I haven’t always been a crazy fan because you know, there’s Adam, who’s like holy wowza, and then there’s Anoop, who I’m sort of programed to root for because as my parents always say, “Asian Alert!” but for this moment, can we all just watch Kris Allen one more time and swoon? Heeeee.
Also, that song! It’s so lovely. It’s called “Falling Slowly” and it’s from the indie film Once, which I gotta say, despite all the internet acclaim, totally bored me. It was so slow and her nose was so big! But the music was charming, especially this song. Check out the soundtrack.
Y’all watch Idol, right? Who should win?
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Standing in the corner
My favorite part of the floor exercises in gymnastics is That Moment. It’s that moment just before the grand finale where, in a flash, she’ll race into a medley of FLIPS! and TWISTS! That moment when all is still in the arena of hope or doom. She stands in the corner, her back straight, her eyes zooming forward. She takes a deep breath. This is it, she thinks. This is where I throw all those 8-hour days at the gym, the lessons of all who’ve coached me, the daily victories, the tears of frustration, the nights when I squirmed in bed while dreaming of wearing that gold medal. This is it. It’s now or never. Focus. You can do this. Now go.
Y’all know what moment I’m talking about?
Too bad the USA blew it tonight. The Olympics are seriously messing with my bedtime.
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Daily inspiration
When you think you can’t do it, think about this:
Kristi Yamaguchi was born with club feet.
Ew, gross! (These feet aren’t hers.)
Her parents put her in ice skating lessons as part of her physical therapy.
Now, she’s on Dancing With The Stars.
I love her.
Quick update: Says my dad while watching Dancing With The Stars: “I can’t believe Carrie Ann Inaba only gave Kristi a 9 last week. She should help a sistah out!”
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Translation
While watching American Idol (on TiVo, of course):
Dad: That was sick.
Me: What?
Mom: She really punished it.
Me: Huh?
Dad: She smashed it.
Me: Have you two been watching America’s Best Dance Crew again?
Dad: Yes, you see, saying that something is bad really means it’s good.
Me: Oh dear.
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Twins
I hate to admit it, but this guy Danny Noriega is like my alter ego. The way he wears his skinny jeans with sneakers, the way he picks his fingernails when he’s nervous, the way he brushes his bangs behind his ear — he’s just like me. Now that he’s off American Idol, I should go find him. We can tour together, charming the world with our awkward mannerisms. What do you think, D?
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“Let’s see you dance, sucka. You’ve got nothing on me.”
I don’t really like to write about stuff on my blog that I’ll probably eventually have to write about at work, but come on, how often do I get to brag about my college? Well, let’s see. UC Irvine does have one of the best freshman orientation programs. And the recreation center is really neat. Oh, and Michelle’s Kwan’s brother went there.
But this, I think, tops it all.
UCI’s very own Kaba Modern will be featured on Randy Jackson Presents America’s Best Dance Crew, a new show on MTV. Check out their bio. Watch them audition.
Super stylish Asians. Welcome to my college experience.
Dude. Kaba Modern is the most mind-blowing hip-hop group you’ll ever see. I remember sitting in awe every time I watched them perform at the Bren or Aldrich Park. They do these crazy things with their bodies. Popping? Locking? Whatever. They rule. They don’t really say they’re from UCI, which kinda sucks. But what’s great is seeing Jia (the one in the hoochie-mama bikini thing and vest), a girl from my sorority. She rules. (Someone e-mailed me saying another Pi Phi is in the group, too, but I’m too old to recognize her.)
The show premieres Thursday, Feb. 7 on MTV. Watch it and vote!
How it happens
I walk into the living room to find my sister watching another episode of “The Hills.”
Me: I can’t believe you like this show. It’s so dumb. These girls are so annoying.
(A few minutes pass)
Sister: You want me to change the channel?
Me: Yeah. Hold on … OK, now … NO WAIT!
Sister: (Laughs) See? You love it!
Me: Everyone is so pretty! So, is Jason still in love with her? THIS IS JUST LIKE REAL LIFE!
The Crazy Scale
From a guy’s perspective, according to “How I Met Your Mother,” a girl can be crazy, as long as she makes up for it in hotness.
Note to self: I should probably up my hotness.
Graphic by Michelle Woo
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