Category Archives: showbusiness

Uneasy Lies the Head that Wears a Crown

Posted on February 18, 2020 by cdsmiller17

Elvis Aaron Presley (January 8, 1935 – August 16, 1977) Again, I never thought of doing Elvis’ astrological chart analysis until I saw Nick Merico on American Idol this week. Now, I wonder why I didn’t think to do it … Continue reading →

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It’s a Merico Idol

Posted on February 17, 2020 by cdsmiller17

Nick Merico (age 24) Last night was the first episode of season 18 of American Idol. Nick Merico, who dropped out of last year’s contest due to a family crisis, auditioned again. My first thought, which I’d had when Adam … Continue reading →

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“Getting Old is a Gift” Grandpa Eddie

Posted on February 12, 2020 by cdsmiller17

Jumanji: The Next Level We came to see this one last night, two month’s late. It’s been almost that long since we last went with our granddaughter, Brigitte. This time, her Auntie Zanna was visiting from the U.K., so that … Continue reading →

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Ever Feel Like You’ve Been Here Before?

Posted on February 2, 2020 by cdsmiller17

Groundhog Day (1993) Today, February 2nd, 2020, is Groundhog Day. It’s the same every year: if the groundhog sees his shadow, we’ll have six more weeks of winter; if it doesn’t, it’ll be an early spring. No-one seems to get … Continue reading →

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Mars Transit Neptune: Accident in a Fog

Posted on February 2, 2020 by cdsmiller17

Kobe Bryant (1978 – 2020) I waited a week before attempting this post. As I’m not a big basketball fan, this accidental death of one of the NBA’s biggest stars didn’t affect me as much as it did others. The … Continue reading →

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The Holy Spirit Personified?

Posted on February 1, 2020 by cdsmiller17

Janet from The Good Place. I wanted to acknowledge the finale of The Good Place. It was satisfying in a way most others aren’t. But I can’t say why, because my daughter may not have seen it yet. So, instead, … Continue reading →

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Playing the Cards You’ve been Dealt

Posted on January 29, 2020 by cdsmiller17

The Gambler This song has been running through my mind for three days now. What am I missing?

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Pompeo vs. National Public Radio

Posted on January 27, 2020 by cdsmiller17

He says that Mary Louise Kelly Lied to Him Twice. What? A politician claiming that a seasoned journalist lied to him? Pot-kettle-black… My cousin, John Miller, writing as The Journalism Doctor, has something to say about it. Trumping Truth Mary … Continue reading →

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I Am a Man of Infinite Possibility

Posted on January 8, 2020 by cdsmiller17

Mr. Nobody (2009) I’m surprised I haven’t written a review of this film before now. Perhaps I did, but only on Facebook. My daughter, Rosanna, suggested I watch it (as she’s a fan of Jared Leto). So, what can I … Continue reading →

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Modern Art: What’s It Worth?

Posted on January 4, 2020 by cdsmiller17

Heartbeat: House Rules (Season 12, Episode 22) This show, as always, is full of nostalgia for the 60’s. And, once in a while, it raises questions about cultural issues. The comedy part of this week’s show (being shown on TVO … Continue reading →

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