50 Year Old Madonna Still Loves Controversy

Posted on: Sep 10, 2008

 

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Let the record state that I have nothing against the Material Girl, really. Anyone who is able to take average looks and an average voice and create the dynasty that is Madonna is doing something right. Who am I to judge?
 

I admire her for not quitting. Taking her risks. And keeping that kick-ass body in shape.

 

But dedicating her 1984 hit “Like a Virgin” to Pope Benedict XVI at her recent concert in Rome seems a tad bit, oh I don’t know … desperate. The outrageous acts I found thrilling and daring when she was in her 20s or 30s seem transparent now that she is older. Or maybe it is because I am older.

 

I can imagine it is hard to stand on the outskirts of the limelight after spending 26 years smack dab in the middle of it but I much preferred the children’s book author Madonna of her 40s to the crucifix-burning wild child of her youth. But now I am confused.

 

Which is she?

 
This latest stunt won’t make me listen to Madonna’s music any more or less than I always have … but what about you? What do you think of this latest attention-grabbing stunt and why do you think she keeps it up?
 

Italy *IS* Magical and we have the unicorn to prove it

Posted on: Jun 13, 2008

 
I always knew Italy was a special place, but I didn’t realize how special until yesterday.
 

unicorn Italy *IS* Magical and we have the unicorn to prove it

 
“What is that?” You ask.
 
Why, it is a unicorn.
 
They *do* exist … they *do* exist … and all of the times your 3-year old daughter said she saw one were true.
 
This rare animal, who has been so creatively named “Unicorn,” was recently spotted in a nature preserve in Prato, Italy. Scientists believe the deer unicorn is a result of a birth defect, but the unique center position of the horn is what is causing all of the commotion.
 
What would you do if you were wondering in the woods and found a unicorn? What do you think Italian and world scientists will do? What should they do?
 
PS: I just realized today is Friday the 13th … even more intriguing, non?
 
On another note, there’s nothing like good ole fashioned American Mac and Cheese – especially when you get to make it with your mamma, like Michelle did for today’s edition of La Buona Cucina Americana.
 

What Will Cannavaro, I mean, Italy Fans Watch Now?

Posted on: Jun 4, 2008

 
It’s a sad day for Italian soccer fans and when I say SAD, I mean S-A-D.
 
I was a new transplant for the 2006 World Cup, where I was happily introduced to the men in blue. I would not be overstating my instant affection for the team if I say it was LOVE at FIRST SIGHT.
 
Come on, ladies. You know what I mean. Luca Toni, Gennaro Gattuso, Fabio Cannavaro …
 
You can see more here … if you get my drift.
 
But, ladies (and I say this because I know you will be more distraught, if only for physically selfish reasons, than the men)
 
Fabio is out.
 
Yep. Apparently only six hours after landing in Austria Fabio was injured in a collision with teammate Giorgio Chiellini and will miss the 2008 European Cup.
 

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What am I gonna watch now?
 

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