But this? Well. While it’s unquestionable that Pippa’s got some good genes, and is undeniably attractive, she is not the simpering, sexually-charged Aphrodite that we all pegged her to be. Henceforth, the veil has been lifted, you know?
She’s apparently very average, and while a lot of people might think that’s cause to malign poor Pippa and beat themselves up for being fooled, I think the opposite: it’s a time to celebrate, to rejoice in the fact that there’s one less “flawless” woman in the world to make those of use who think we don’t stack up feel subordinate.
And who is Ray Bradbury, you ask? (How dare you!) He wrote Fahrenheit 451 and The Martian Chronicles, of course! And if you’ve never heard of him, believe me when I guarantee you’ve read his short stories. The man is prolific. Also, he’s not dead!
While this is hardly conventional celebrity gossip, the man—the myth, the legend, et cetera—turned 91 on Monday. Happy birthday to my hero! (A friend sent me this incredible link yesterday, as well.)
In other news, producers have finally elected to turn Bradbury’s novel, Dandelion Wine, into a film. Ray Bradbury:
This is the best birthday gift I could ask for. Today, I have been reborn! Dandelion Wine is my most deeply personal work and brings back memories of sheer joy as well as terror. This is the story of me as a young boy and the magic of an unforgettable summer which still holds a mystical power over me.
Aw! Wanna know what brings ME memories of sheer joy and terror, and of blissful summers? Why, that would be Ray Bradbury himself:
“And the trip? Exactly one half exhilaration, exactly one half, terror!”
Are you counting yourself among those called “surprised”? I’m actually too sad to even classify myself these days. I know most people would think it’s just as upsetting to find out that Amy actually did die of a drug overdose, because addiction is a big, bastard beast, but I’m finding it morbid in a very ironic sense that Amy was trying to get her life back in order and stillthis happened.
Toxicology tests have found that “no illegal substances” were in singer Amy Winehouse’s system at the time of her death last month, her family said Tuesday.
“Results indicate that alcohol was present but it cannot be determined as yet if it played a role in her death,” the family said in a written statement, citing test results provided to them by authorities.
I’m seriously bummed about this whole thing. I don’t think I can even talk about it anymore.
It’s time for another round of weekly winnings for the Evil Beet Caption This contests! Check it out, and if you’re the winner, I’ll be sending you an email to collect your mailing information in order to send your prize. Sure hope you registered with a valid email address!
We’ll be choosing the winner of the above photo next Tuesday, so tune in to find out who it is!
The winner on last week’s Seal/Heidi Klum photo: Rodger
“I hear they’re thinking of bringing back the ‘Baywatch’ franchise. Can I play Hobie?”
First runner-up: MOTORMAN
“Let’s get Mikey … he’ll eat anything.”
Second runner-up: Miss LeeLoo
“Becasue when you look like me, you’re allowed to wear boy’s swimwear, ladies’ necklaces and dollar store sunglasses and STILL turn heads, bitch!”
Congrats to Rodger! As for the rest of you, get commenting if you want to win some free crap!
No, but seriously: good for them, I suppose. I know I hate on Ben Affleck a lot, and that’s because he strikes me as a bargain basement discount power tool with an inflated me-complex, and I think Jennifer Garner‘s way too sweet and patient for him, but hey. It’s not my marriage, and it’s apparent that these two get along in some sort of way, because girlfriend just keeps popping out little girls and they ain’t divorced yet.
Either way, nothing can get me down today – I painted my living room a very zen green yesterday and Lowe’s is on its way today to install my new carpet, so I suppose I’m seeing everything through rose-colored glasses. Even if we did happen to find out that these guys were having a baby now because Jennifer Lopez is ten different kinds of single, I’m sure I’d find a way to put a positive spin on that, too.
Congratulations on the pregnancy, guys, and I hope this little darling is as sweet and adorable as your other two!
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