[Mulderator]

Originally Posted by poochee

I am so happy I can just sit and enjoy a TV show. See you later AI fans. Out of here for now.

Yeah--I'm sure Jesus would think that show is just great!

[DiSaidSo]

Originally Posted by Mulder

Uhhh--how did I insult your intelleligence? I think you are a being a bit too sensitive--you basically say what you want to be--insult me up one side and down the other and I don't give you any warnings.

And what are you going to do to me if I do insult your intelligence? Report me?

It really doesn't matter if you think I'm being too sensitive. That's completely irrelevant and it doesn't solve anything for you to say as much. You've already implied that I'm somehow an idiot for defending American Idol and then you imply that maybe I'm just too stupid to follow CSI. I gave you a warning so that maybe AS A FRIEND you would back off on the insults. If I ever went over the line with you, I'd expect you to tell me. And I'd back off.... as a friend.

Oh come one--everyone insults Texas. Wino and Deke live there for Godsakes--that's got to tell you something!

I don't appreciate the implication that I am somehow trailer trash because I live in Texas.

But its a game played at every level and millions of people go to college and root for their teams--college, high school, grade school--sports is what's real life.

Millions of people not only watch American Idol live on TV, they also go to the concerts after the show is over. Not even to mention how music and singing "at every level" affects us all. It is real life to some people. No one's asking you to "get it."

[DiSaidSo]

Originally Posted by Mulder

Uhhh, again---you aren't comprehending--I told you I watch the 3 stooges--I told you I loved Rat Race--I never insulted you for watching--I never said you shouldn't watch--I never said there is anything wrong with watching--go back and read my posts. You are reading into this what you want--I don't know it bothers you so much that I think its stupid--that's all I'm saying--I could get millions of people to agree with me the show is stupid. What is the big deal? I think its stupid and you don't think it is.

I'm wondering why you feel it necessary to come in here and broadcast that you think it's stupid? I'm comprehending just fine. Thanks for your concern.

[angelize56]

Originally Posted by Di

Millions of people not only watch American Idol live on TV, they also go to the concerts after the show is over. Not even to mention how music and singing "at every level" affects us all. It is real life to some people. No one's asking you to "get it."

Not to mention the millions of CD's sold by each "American Idol" and even those who only got as far as the top five or so! And then there's Jennifer Hudson's Golden Globe Award...and look at the awards Carrie Underwood has won:

2005

Teen Choice Awards Choice Reality Star - Female

Billboard Music Awards Top-Selling Hot 100 Song Of The Year: "Inside Your Heaven"

Top-Selling Country Single: "Inside Your Heaven"

Country Single Sales Artist Of The Year

2006

Gospel Music Association Awards Country Recorded Song Of The Year: "Jesus, Take the Wheel"

Country Music Television Awards Female Video Of The Year: "Jesus, Take the Wheel"

Breakthrough Video Of The Year: "Jesus, Take the Wheel"

Academy of Country Music Awards Top New Female Vocalist Of The Year

Single Record Of The Year: "Jesus, Take the Wheel"

NARP organization of record retail merchants Breakthrough Country Artist

Music Row Critics Pick

Country Music Association Awards Female Vocalist Of The Year

Horizon Award

12th Annual Inspirational Country Music Awards Mainstream Country Artist of the Year

American Music Awards Favorite New Breakthrough Artist

Female Country Artist of the Year

Country Album Of The Year

Country New Artist Of The Year

Female Billboard 200 Album Artist of the Year

2007

People's Choice Awards Favorite Country Song: "Before He Cheats"

[Mulderator]

Originally Posted by DiSaidSo

It really doesn't matter if you think I'm being too sensitive. That's completely irrelevant and it doesn't solve anything for you to say as much. You've already implied that I'm somehow an idiot for defending American Idol and then you imply that maybe I'm just too stupid to follow CSI. I gave you a warning so that maybe AS A FRIEND you would back off on the insults. If I ever went over the line with you, I'd expect you to tell me. And I'd back off.... as a friend.

Fair enough, but I would think from our past history, you know I think you are highly intelligent--most of the things we say to each other are "goofs"--90% of what you say to me I know is joking. I just honestly didn't think you would be so sensitive about those comments.

Originally Posted by DiSaidSo

I don't appreciate the implication that I am somehow trailer trash because I live in Texas.

But, but, but, that's why Mulder loves you so much!

Originally Posted by DiSaidSo

Millions of people not only watch American Idol live on TV, they also go to the concerts after the show is over. Not even to mention how music and singing "at every level" affects us all. It is real life to some people. No one's asking you to "get it."

OK--this has gotten out of hand--I made a comment mainly as a joke and to "prod" a few of you in fun--I didn't expect that anyone would get angry over it. I think the show is stupid--so what--that doesn't mean it is and even if it is, that doesn't mean you are stupid for watching it. I readily admitted I watch some show precisely because the humor appeals to the slapstick side of my funny bone. I've never been a fan of music or talent oriented shows ever, so AI never really had a chance with me. I just don't think you should be so concerned with my opinion of your show. I for damn sure wouldn't let anyone else convince me not to watch a show because they thought it was stupid or for any other reason (like the content for example--there are people that think CSI is absolute garbage because of the sexual content, violence, and the like). That's fine--don't watch it, but don't tell me not to watch it and don't try to sensor it. I wouldn't even think about sensoring AI for abuse of idiots they get to make fools of themselves--that's their business. I see no problem at all, its just not entertaining to me.

[Mulderator]

Originally Posted by DiSaidSo

I'm wondering why you feel it necessary to come in here and broadcast that you think it's stupid? I'm comprehending just fine. Thanks for your concern.

No, you weren't comprehending that I wasn't insulting you for watching it--you are making the jump that because I think its stupid, that I think you are stupid for watching it--I don't nor did I make such a comment or impliction. That's an incorrect inference that you drew.

[moonmist]

I dont think Taylor Hicks will do well...... he has sorta fallen off the radar, dont ya think?? Of course he was never a fave of mine as Poochee will attest too

[DiSaidSo]

When you say something we like is stupid... you might as well be calling us stupid for liking it.

I defend American Idol because there are a bunch of loudmouths who are obviously in the minority (see: liberals) who love to insult it and I feel I can defend it with numbers and facts.

And as far as insults go.... you have to compliment people more than you insult them if you'd like to remain friends.

[poochee]

Originally Posted by moonmist

I dont think Taylor Hicks will do well...... he has sorta fallen off the radar, dont ya think?? Of course he was never a fave of mine as Poochee will attest too

Yeah, I thought he would go further. Kelly Pickler seems to be coming along.

[angelize56]

Hi Sis: I hate to say this out loud...but Taylor gets on my nerves now!

[DiSaidSo]

Chris Daughtry is obviously the superstar from Season 5.

And did you guys know that Katherine McPhee's new single is hitting the radio rotation? I haven't heard it yet....

[angelize56]

See you later Di...William is vying for his pc time now...over my shoulder! *HUGS*

[poochee]

I'll keep an ear open for Katherine!

[poochee]

Originally Posted by angelize56

See you later Di...William is vying for his pc time now...over my shoulder! *HUGS*

I like your avatar! Are you flying off so William can have his time?

[DiSaidSo]

Originally Posted by angelize56

See you later Di...William is vying for his pc time now...over my shoulder! *HUGS*

HI WILLIAM!!!

Thanks for the hugs, Angel. More than you know.