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Dancing with the Stars - Round 3
Well two celebs went home last week, and now it’s time for everyone who wishes to stay in this game to get serious.
Marlee & Fabian - Received 3 7’s. She still amazes me every week. I know the judges have to evaulate her as if she’s not deaf, but I just don’t think I could have given her anything less than an 8. I really don’t think she’s the strongest dancer so she won’t get the trophy in the end, but I think she’s here to stay for a while and I look forward to continuing to watch her improvements (and no “pancake hands” next week)
Steve & Anna - Received 3 7’s. Wow! How fun is was to see that Anna’s husband, Jonathan came to the rescue this week since she was sick. I have to say that I just enjoy watching Steve. I totally recognize that he’s not anywhere near the best dancer out there (probably in fact one of the weakest now), but I am so happy when I see him dance. He’s so entertaining so I’m really glad that the judges seemed to like him a little better this week. I’ll enjoy watching him for as long as he can hold out and dance for us.
Christian & Cheryl - Received 2 8’s and a 9. This man is serious about wanting to win. Will his seriousness end up causing him problems? I think the trip to Sea World must have helped. That was a great dance. I was really impressed! He is making such great improvements (and that blue on his complexion is H-O-T, Hot!)
Mario & Karina - Received 6, 7, and 8. I’ve really enjoyed these two the past couple weeks, but I’m not sure what the deal was tonight, but they just didn’t do much for me. I’m not sure if it was the costume colors or what. It wasn’t that the dancing was poor, it was that the chemistry or charisma wasn’t there. I was so glad to see that Lyn and Carrie Ann agreed with me in their evaluations.
Shannon & Derek - Received 3 8’s. I really didn’t like this girl in the beginning, but she is starting to grow on me. She’s definitly getting better each week. Maybe I will slowly grow to like her after all.
Adam & Julianne - Received 3 7’s. Well, what can I say about Adam? I think I find him interesting to watch. I’m not sure yet if it’s enjoyable. I have enjoyable moments. Tonight was mostly one of those moments. I really think he looked like a dancer. Maybe he’s growing into the part, and maybe he’s growing on me, too.
Marissa & Tony - received 2 6’s and a 7. She has such a great charisma. I LOVE to watch her. She’s great. Tonight I didn’t see that charisma like before. She seemed more held back tonight. Though I think the judges were a little too harsh for her. I wanted to cry for her. I hope the fans rally behind her and call in the votes tonight.
Priscilla & Louie - Received 2 8’s and a 9. Of all the dancers from the very beginning, Priscilla is the one I like the least. She seems so plastic and barbie like - not real and genuine. I see it when she talks. I see it when she dances. I see it all the time. She is where the judges and I seem to really differ. They saw passion and such tonight. I saw no emotion. I was completely shocked at how great her score was.
Jason & Edyta - Received 2 8’s and a 7. Every time I see him, I think he’s got it. I know he’s going to master each dance completely. He’s great. I look for him to last for a while this season. WOW!!! I have to say at this time, this dance has impressed me the most. His dancing seems to be there, and he has the charisma. I want him to win. I LOVE watching him every time. He has such an amazing prescence. At this time I’d predict him being in the final show, and I think the judges were WAY too critical of him. He deserved much higher scores.
Kristi & Mark - Received 3 9’s. Great as always. She is so reliable. She accepts the personality of the dance. She doesn’t seem to miss a beat. I think she’s great. I worry about her though as I worry she may be headed down the road that Sabrina did last season. I think she may be the best dancer and end up not making it to the end.
My votes tonight are being split between Jason and Kristi, but I think many of our stars deserve some votes. 
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Another Dancing With The Stars Rumor?!
I can’t believe the press and rumors surrounding Dancing with the Stars recently. While looking around on TV Guide, I’ve found another one. This time it surrounds Mario and his dance partner Karina Smirnoff. Apparenly the New York Post recently reported that the two are more than just dance partners. Both are denying the rumor. Interestingly, Karina is openly seeing another of her partners from a past season - Mario Lopez.
Of course we know that nowdays, celebrities have no privacy. Everyone is ready to spread and tell everything. But for this particular rumor, there are no pictures or videos - just the Post’s allegations.
Why the frequent allegations of off-air relationships between the professional dancers and the celebrities? I have a theory - because of the chemistry involved in the dances. I think the dances performed require so touching and the moves tend to be so sexual, that people just jump to conclusions when the couple begins to do a real good job on the show. I also always wonder if celebrity rumors are actually publicity shots. I’m sure many viewers will be watching tonight for clues that there is something to this rumor about Karina and Mario.
Sources:
‘Dancing’ Star Denies Romance Rumors (SF Gate)
Are Mario and Karina More than Dancing Partners? (TV Guide)
Dancing With the Stars Sex Scandal: Mario & Karina Smirnoff The Denial (National Ledger)
Disney Vacation Discount Code
While I was searching for a code for my August trip to Walt Disney World, I came up unsuccesful; however, I found some information for those of you who may be travling sooner that I am.
Book by April 19th for vacation dates of April 20th - May 21st.
Discount
- $84 per night plus tax for standard room value resorts ($15 savings)
- $139 per night plus tax for a standard view room moderate resorts ($15 savings)
- Deluxe Villa Resorts/ studio $224 ($91 savings)
- **Weekend rates will be slightly higher**
Codes:
- Room Rate Code: CMB (this is for a room-only reservation)
- Magic Your Way Code: AXQ
- Magic Your Way plus Dining Code: AXR
- Magic Your Way plus Deluxe Dining Code: AXT
Let me know if you’re able to use these codes and be sure to come back and tell me about your vacation. 
Join the MileyWorld Crew for a Day
My daughter just loves Miley Cyrus (AKA Hannah Montana) and I just found this contest so I thought I’d share. Entrants must be 13 years of age to enter (So I registered myself in hopes that if Cameron was “my guest,” they will give her the most attention).
Join the MileyWorld Crew for a Day at the 2008 CMT Music Awards:
- Airfare for you and a guest to Nashville
- 2 Nights Hotel Accomodations
- 2 Tickets to the 2008 CMT Music Awards
- One MileyWorld Crew Member for a Day Experience
10 Second Prizes of a year membership to her fan club.
Note: I think you can enter this one daily!!
Good luck!!
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