Reality vs. Nostalgia...what shows from our younger years stand the test of time

So after recently watching Dawson's Creek for the first time since it originally aired I began wondering if the show was as great as I remembered (all that teen angst and "real" issues) they dealt with...does it still hold up or am I just nostalgic for a time in my life long gone?  A time when I wore Aeropostale and listened to 5ive.  And it got me thinking, what shows from our childhood and teen years really stand the test of time and here are some conclusions that I've come to.





Hey Arnold

Now that there are officially no good saturday morning cartoons I am always looking for something to watch over a bowl of Trix so I found Hey Arnold recently on Netflix and have not been disappointed!  The characters and there relationships are extraordinary.  Arnold and his adventures with his eccentric grandparents and his best bud Gerald as well as his ongoing love/hate relationship with Helga Patacki are so entertaining to watch that is makes you wonder what happened to simple concepts for cartoons and how did it turn into overdone 3D monsters.

Rocko's Modern Life

Unless you are drunk or under the influence of something there is no way you could enjoy this show!  Sorry Rocko, you may rock some sweet kicks but the concept of your show and your adventures are just too bizzarre.  I couldn't get past the first episode and I pretty much watch anything (ex.JohnTucker Must Die).  The show makes ABSOLUTELY no sense.

Pete and Pete

I adore this show!  The relationship between the Pete's is one that truly holds up over time.  They are so great together.  Their mishaps and the endeavors that they embark on, although strange, works.  The relationship that they have with there family is also very relatable.  And who can forget Arty?!  By far one of the best characters on tv in a long time.

As for Dawson's Creek, the verdict is still out.  Although I will say, even though I loved Dawson the first go around of the show,  that Pacey Whitter sure is charming.

Oh Captain, My Captain

Not too long ago, millions of viewers along with myself were enamored with newcomer Chris Pine's revamping of Captain Kirk in Star Trek. He made space (and that spandex suit) actually seem pretty badass! Now Pine is rumored to play another Captain, Captain America an upcoming version of Captain America. A few months ago I actually has the pleasure of meeting Chris while he was working here in Pittsburgh. We didn't talk much, but for the short time we did he was super nice and in my opinion his perfect "all American" look would make Pine a perfect fit for the role. Although there are several canidates for this role such as Chad Michael Murray and Jensen Akles, Cinemaspy have metioned that they believe Pine could be up for the role. So I am wondering if comic book lovers, movie goers, and the female community that gushes over Pine along with casting all agree that he will make a great Captain America?

Me and Chris

N.Y. Fashion Week: All About the People

TOMMY HILLFIGER




BEBE-Kardashian



WILLIAM-RAST


While I can be found in jeans and a t-shirt most days of the week, I realize that the rest of the world has higher fashion sense than my Hanes t-shirt and jeans with holes in them. Hence, why I thought I would unveil the happenings from the runway show in NY. One thing I've noticed is the the people seem to take precedence over the designers and the clothes. With appearances by the Kardashians, CW stars, Kelly Osbourne, Jessica Biel, Ryan Phillipe and Justin Timberlake promoting his William-Rast line it clear there are no lack of star power. And that in the end what is what fashion is all about. I stand by the motto that it's "the person that makes the clothes, not the clothes that make the person"; And that, is what fashion is really all about.

The Guest List:

Kelly Osbourne















CW stars along w/ Ryan Phillipe

















Justin Timberlake and friend/business partner Trace Ayala

The Kind of Love that they only Write About...

In the spirit of Valentine's Day; Some of my favorite TV couples!



Kevin and Winnie

This couple gives you moments that warm your heart as well as one's that rip it apart. You grow with their love and watch it turn into something truly wonderful!














Corey and Topanga

These two love each other for who they are; flaws and all. This is how real love should be.










Joey and Pacey

These guys made the list because so much raw love and passion exist between them; you can just feel it. They've been thrugh hell and back and made it!







Zach and Kelly

We cannot ask for a more perfect couple! Form their hair to their clothes to their cliche dates at The Max these two are one of the most ideal couples we can hope for.






Jim and Pam

Cute is the only word I can think of to describe these two! They say office romances never work but these two blow that theory right out of the water!







Bill and Sookie

Their unnatural relationship works so naturally! These two are constantly bailing one another out of bad situations like a good partner should.








Ronnie and Sammie

"Never fall in love at the Jersey Shore." Well, that's exactly what this Guido and Guidette did. You cannot help but love seeing these two stroll down the boardwalk!

MTV no longer means "Music Television". Well, kind of...

MTV has finally accepted the fact that they are no longer "Music Television" by unveiling its new logo, which omits the words 'music television'. Although this comes as no surprise, it is nonetheless sad. It is the end of an era; the first television station to play music videos and change pop culture is forever gone. I should have known MTV was going to do this when TRL, the pulse of the American teenager and the new American Bandstand, came to an end. MTV has said that this does not mean music will no longer air on the station; you can still catch music videos in the A.M,. and new artist will continue to debut on the network.




Since MTV no longer has a plethora of music for us to indulge, in I thought I would share some of what I've been listening to lately. Hope you guys enjoy!

Robin Thicke-Dreamworld


Jeremih-Imma a Star



James Blunt-I'll take everything


The Fray-Heartless (cover)


Kid Kudi-Pursuit of Happiness


Carrie Underwood-Undo it


The Temper Trap-Sweet Disposition

Dive into The Deep End

So typically shows about lawyers or the law in general just tend to be, oh what's the word I'm looking for? Oh yeah, boring. The Deep End however, is far from boring. In fact, it's just pure fun! The scenes are cut nice and sharp which allow the story to move along at fantastically quick pace. In doing so, the show really holds your interest. The Deep End is a smooth mix of the law and the comical/tragic lives of the first year associates at one of California's top Law firms. I also cannot forget to mention Billy Zane's wonderful performance as the jerk of a boss you never want to encounter. Although this show is new to the small screen I certainly hope that is stays afloat and continues to provide a depiction of the law that is compelling yet fun.

A Whole Lotta Love

HBO shows have always been on the cutting edge and possess a high quality of production, hence why it is so easy to like and tune in every week. I have recently been watching Big Love. It took some time to really dive into this show, since it is on the slower side I had a tendency to brush it off as pretty mundane. However, much like the highly acclaimed Mad Men series on AMC, Big Love has gone from a very slow building drama to a more fast paced show in its third season, taking a page right of Mad Men's book. And can you blame them? Mad Men is an undeniably brilliant show. Big Love has changed its opening credits and leaves viewers on the edge of their seats; wondering what trouble can these "gee golly", big haired Mormons will get into next? In doing, it has a whole new group of viewers falling in love with Big Love!



Big Love Season 3 Opening

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