See this cute little bugger here?




Today I walked with him into his classroom. Two of his buddies were in there with their moms, because the teachers were still getting organized for the day. I'd never met the Moms, but they recognized Dominic. Both of them immediately started gushing about how much they loved Dominic, how sweet he is, how polite he is, how their boys talk non-stop about Dominic. It made me feel very proud of my little guy. I did feel bad, however, because Dominic doesn't talk about these guys. He only talks about the girls! :)

Is anyone else watching American Idol and care to weigh in on last night's results? I'm TRYING to make myself disconnect cable and our home phone as a money (and time!) saving approach -- but couldn't bring myself to pull the plug, so to speak, on American Idol night. I should do it today, since Thursday night TV is no longer "Must See" in my book.

Anyway... American Idol. I have to say that Daniel Gokey is my early favorite in the running. His story is compelling, the support of his best friend was endearing, and I love that he's a church music director! He's also set up a charity in memory of his wife called Sophia's Heart; their mission is: "We exist to help mend and heal the hearts of children who have been touched by poverty, sickness, disease, broken homes & broken dreams." Something else that impressed me is that Daniel has written as recently as February 11 on that site -- and not once is his American Idol experience mentioned. Obviously we can only see one side of the guy -- but the side that's being portrayed is certainly a man of integrity and generousity. I was very happy that he was voted to continue on to the finals! We need the positive people out there!

The girl, Alexis who was chosen tickled me, too... but for a much different reason. Sure, she can sing! But she looks a little bit like a friend of mine from High School. :) And the third contestant chosen to be in the finals, Michael. I have to say I was a bit surprised. He's got a good voice, but I'm not sure he's one of the top 3 from that group. However, it gives me hope in our country that we vote through a "good guy" -- here's a young father, a hard worker, and what appears to just be a "good guy" -- who makes it through as much on his likability factor as his talent. I wish the media would take note -- feature the "good guys" and the "good girls" -- they make just as intriguing stories!