It's the end of 2010, a decade of great television has come and gone. I am a TV freak (if you didn't already know) and have watched a million TV shows in my short 20-year lifetime. Heck, I even hope to get a job dealing with television somehow someway because I love it soooooo much. Many TV shows have come and gone in my life and here are the top 5 shows that I miss the most, starting with number 5.
5. Friends (1994-2004)
Ten seasons, 6 friends, one unforgettable show. Watching back on this show, I sometimes wonder why my mother let me watch this show because it was highly inappropriate, but it was fine television. Is it realistic- 6 gorgeous people living in amazing apartments in New York City even with somewhat normal jobs? Pretty much not, but we still related to the characters. Everyone had the Rachel or the Joey in their group of friends and we came back every week to watch them. Still one of my favorite series finales of all time (Ross and Rachel!) and I still pray for the day the reunion happens. It's already been 6 years and it's still killing me!
4. Boy Meets World (1993-2000)
For seven seasons, we watched Corey Matthews and his friends grow from lowly 6th graders to college graduates. Was the show really out there? You betcha it was. Was Corey and Topanga too perfect for words? Of course, but we loved them. Did the universe really hate Corey? Probably. And that's why we loved them. The show hit some of the most taboo subjects for adolescents, like child abuse, sex, and death of a loved one. And sure, it seemed like Corey didn't really get in trouble with any of these per se, but that's why it was great. Sometimes there are stand-up kids in this world who face these problems time and time again and in the end, go the right way. It wasn't "Disney Channeled" in any way- it was faced and worked perfectly. And of course, who could forget Feeeeeeeeny?
3. The O.C. (2003-2007)
The lives of the rich and fabulous right? Not so much. From the moment Luke yelled to the good kid from the wrong side of the tracks "Welcome to the O.C. bitch," we were hooked. It introduced us to the geeky and adorable Seth Cohen, a new wave of music that had the California good-life feel, awesome one-liners, and an incessant amount of drama that we needed to watch again and again. It started to fall flat after Mischa Barton left the show, although I feel that the fourth season was one of the best. It probably ended too soon, but it's a great show we can watch again and again.
2. Lost (2004-2010)
Like I wouldn't put this on the list, but I bet you're shocked it's not number one. My favorite show of all-time and I'm still in crazy withdrawl. What was this island? Who were these people stuck on it? And what was that weird noise coming from the jungle? Once that plane crashed and that monster roared, viewers needed to know exactly what Charlie asked at the end of the pilot episode- "Guys... where are we?" and for six seasons, the show drove a tangled web of storylines until finally tying almost all the loose ends earlier this year in something so tragically beautiful it left every single person speechless, knowing they just witnessed the greatest and most skeptical ending ever (nearly ruined by ABC's choice of credits, and no, they were not dead all along). Of course, I'm still wondering exactly what happened to Christian Shephard's body. Does anyone know?
1. Veronica Mars (2004-2007)
This show ended way too soon and the small number of fans are still dying for that movie. Veronica Mars was our modern-day badass Nancy Drew. Basically, put The O.C. and Alias together and you've got Veronica Mars. She used to be one of the cool girls until the murder of her best friend Lily Kane, living with her former-sheriff father (now working as a detective), Keith Mars, and become a bitter but loveable bitch. She solves small crimes while investigating the big ones, and always has a snappy one-liner that you might not get right away. And, she's a broken soul that needs to be saved. The show ended sadly, with Veronica's father taking the fall for his daughter as she walks away in the pouring rain possibly being the only person voting for her dad to be sheriff. The show was cancelled and since then, rumors of a movie have been circulating. The fans are dying for it and the cast has said they would be on board for it. Hear that Warner Bros? It's the sound of a taser waiting to make you give the go on this film! Love and miss you VMars.
And that's my list. I'll be making more lists to come...
Monday, December 6, 2010
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
The problem with football
It's easy to say I'm a huge fan of football. I'm the girl in the stands of Beaver Stadium screaming her head off at the defense when they miss a tackle or the wide receiver if he comes short off an easy catch.
Recently, the big news regarding football deals with illegal hits. James Harrison of the Pittsburgh Steelers has already paid over $100,000 in fines since the NFL has decided to crack down on illegal hits. Originally, I was a big supporter of the change because after seeing the scary hit that Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dunta Robinson placed on DeSean Jackson during the October 17th Eagles/Falcons game in which both Jackson and Robinson suffered concussions.
But... there may be a slight problem with this new rule that I'm seeing. Here's the good portion- sending the signal that there are certain things players shouldn't do when making a hit. For example, the Sunday Night Eagles/Giants game two weeks ago showed why the rule is good. Asante Samuel was flagged and fined for a ridiculous and unnecessary hit on one of the Giants players. Even an Eagles fan can admit that was unnecessary. But... are fines helping?
I read somewhere a few weeks ago that a frequent NFL commentator said. He was a former NFL player known for big hits on players and he said something interesting. "You didn't get my attention by giving me fines- it was pocket change for me. You got my attention when you suspended me."
Hines Ward of the Pittsburgh Steelers is blasting this new rule, saying it's hypocritical and ruining the game of football, known for being a contact sport. He took examples of telling players that they couldn't drink but there are millions of commercials during games for beer. He also added that this is because the NFL wants to make the season even longer. He believes they don't care for the safety of the players but rather themselves, and added that the Steelers will not change how they play football.
So... does that mean suspension should happen? Maybe. But, that leads to my question... is James Harrison really deserving of these fines? He has been known for being an aggressive player. In my opinion, Harrison is getting these fines for his, let's say "misguided" quote on why he hits hard. Harrison said, "I try to hurt people, not injure them, but hurt them." That's great, but the only thing is people only heard the first part of the sentence. The headlines across the net all said the same thing, "Steelers LB Harrison: I try to hurt players."
Tisk, tisk. There are times when I think this new rule is a good idea, because some players give their opponents ridiculous hits. But fines won't teach them anything. A suspension might. Though, I feel the league is picking and choosing who they give these fines to. Harrison has been fined every week since the new rule. Asante Samuel has been fined a few times as well. But not everyone has been fined for hits.
And let's talk about Andre Johnson and Cortland Finnegan. The Texans and Titans' stars, respectively, didn't just hit each other during Sunday's game. They fought like it was a boxing match in the middle of the field. Want to know their punishment? Each fined $25,000; no suspension; oh I forgot, Andre Johnson was given the game ball for the win.
HUH?
I rewatched the video of the incident on YouTube. It was clearly Johnson who instigated the fight. He threw off Finnegan's helmet and threw two punches at him. But don't count Finnegan out necessarily- he fought too. But, why wasn't either one suspended? I can understand Finnegan, but Johnson not suspended and just given a fine? The Texan's elite receiver?
Give me a break NFL. You want to make sure your players are safe? Fines won't send messages- suspensions will. Johnson will play tomorrow night in a big showdown with the Eagles like nothing happened and will have forgotten he has $25,000 in his bank account when he makes over $5.5 million.
And of course, there was the Richard Seymour punching Ben Rothlisberger in the face. He was also fined only $25,000, but I see that being okay. After all, it was Ben, I would want to hit him too. But, I could see a suspension being justified in that instance. I feel that if the NFL wants credibility, you can't pick and choose who you fine and suspend. Rules are rules.
Although, I only see this as a more recent problem. We never saw too many concussions or helmet problems "back in the day," and I'm only 20. I asked my parents and they agreed. So is the helmets to blame? Maybe players aren't using their helmets correctly or putting them on properly? Maybe they aren't made like they used to be made. Maybe they aren't being taught how to hit? Maybe they don't understand what's illegal versus legal hit-wise.
Something's gotta give. These dirty hits are wrong, but if you want to hold these players accountable, fine them first and THEN suspend them. Maybe they will learn their lesson. Of course, in Johnson's case, he should have skipped the fine. But still, the NFL wants the game to be about the game, hold every player accountable, not just certain ones.
Recently, the big news regarding football deals with illegal hits. James Harrison of the Pittsburgh Steelers has already paid over $100,000 in fines since the NFL has decided to crack down on illegal hits. Originally, I was a big supporter of the change because after seeing the scary hit that Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dunta Robinson placed on DeSean Jackson during the October 17th Eagles/Falcons game in which both Jackson and Robinson suffered concussions.
But... there may be a slight problem with this new rule that I'm seeing. Here's the good portion- sending the signal that there are certain things players shouldn't do when making a hit. For example, the Sunday Night Eagles/Giants game two weeks ago showed why the rule is good. Asante Samuel was flagged and fined for a ridiculous and unnecessary hit on one of the Giants players. Even an Eagles fan can admit that was unnecessary. But... are fines helping?
I read somewhere a few weeks ago that a frequent NFL commentator said. He was a former NFL player known for big hits on players and he said something interesting. "You didn't get my attention by giving me fines- it was pocket change for me. You got my attention when you suspended me."
Hines Ward of the Pittsburgh Steelers is blasting this new rule, saying it's hypocritical and ruining the game of football, known for being a contact sport. He took examples of telling players that they couldn't drink but there are millions of commercials during games for beer. He also added that this is because the NFL wants to make the season even longer. He believes they don't care for the safety of the players but rather themselves, and added that the Steelers will not change how they play football.
So... does that mean suspension should happen? Maybe. But, that leads to my question... is James Harrison really deserving of these fines? He has been known for being an aggressive player. In my opinion, Harrison is getting these fines for his, let's say "misguided" quote on why he hits hard. Harrison said, "I try to hurt people, not injure them, but hurt them." That's great, but the only thing is people only heard the first part of the sentence. The headlines across the net all said the same thing, "Steelers LB Harrison: I try to hurt players."
Tisk, tisk. There are times when I think this new rule is a good idea, because some players give their opponents ridiculous hits. But fines won't teach them anything. A suspension might. Though, I feel the league is picking and choosing who they give these fines to. Harrison has been fined every week since the new rule. Asante Samuel has been fined a few times as well. But not everyone has been fined for hits.
And let's talk about Andre Johnson and Cortland Finnegan. The Texans and Titans' stars, respectively, didn't just hit each other during Sunday's game. They fought like it was a boxing match in the middle of the field. Want to know their punishment? Each fined $25,000; no suspension; oh I forgot, Andre Johnson was given the game ball for the win.
HUH?
I rewatched the video of the incident on YouTube. It was clearly Johnson who instigated the fight. He threw off Finnegan's helmet and threw two punches at him. But don't count Finnegan out necessarily- he fought too. But, why wasn't either one suspended? I can understand Finnegan, but Johnson not suspended and just given a fine? The Texan's elite receiver?
Give me a break NFL. You want to make sure your players are safe? Fines won't send messages- suspensions will. Johnson will play tomorrow night in a big showdown with the Eagles like nothing happened and will have forgotten he has $25,000 in his bank account when he makes over $5.5 million.
And of course, there was the Richard Seymour punching Ben Rothlisberger in the face. He was also fined only $25,000, but I see that being okay. After all, it was Ben, I would want to hit him too. But, I could see a suspension being justified in that instance. I feel that if the NFL wants credibility, you can't pick and choose who you fine and suspend. Rules are rules.
Although, I only see this as a more recent problem. We never saw too many concussions or helmet problems "back in the day," and I'm only 20. I asked my parents and they agreed. So is the helmets to blame? Maybe players aren't using their helmets correctly or putting them on properly? Maybe they aren't made like they used to be made. Maybe they aren't being taught how to hit? Maybe they don't understand what's illegal versus legal hit-wise.
Something's gotta give. These dirty hits are wrong, but if you want to hold these players accountable, fine them first and THEN suspend them. Maybe they will learn their lesson. Of course, in Johnson's case, he should have skipped the fine. But still, the NFL wants the game to be about the game, hold every player accountable, not just certain ones.
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