Desperate Housewives Season 4 DVD Review

In the fourth season of the DVD Desperate Housewives we begin with a brief recap of the previous season.

Gabrielle overheard Victor and his father saying that he made the right decision in marrying her because she will bring in the Latino vote. Gabby hurt by hearing this turns to Carlos. Susan and Mike finally made it down the aisle while Lanette found out that she has cancer. Bree arrived at Gabby’s wedding pregnant. And Eddie had climbed onto a chair and put a noose around her neck.

And that’s where season 4 DVD of Desperate Housewives picks up. Our four favorite housewives and Eddie are up to some crazy shenanigans as usual.

We have the revelation of Lanette’s cancer to the other housewives. One housewife loses a husband tragically, while ones husband battles a drug addiction. And one housewife is faking a pregnancy hoping not to be discovered.

We also have new neighbors on Wisteria lane. We have our very first gay couple and the much anticipated arrival of Dana Delany playing the character of Katherine Mayfair. Some of you may not know that originally Marc Cherry wanted Dana Delany for the role of Bree Van de Kamp. But due to other commitments she wasn’t able to accept the role.

I would just like to point out that things do happen for a reason. I don’t think anyone could have played the role of Bree better than Marcia Cross. It was a perfect match.

I also would like to mention that Gabrielle is one of the most hilarious characters on television. Eva Longoria-Parker should be nominated for an Emmy for her portrayal of Gabrielle Sollis.

In the season 4 DVD of Desperate Housewives a tornado hits Wisteria Lane. And we watch the housewives cope with the aftermath.

As always there is deception, betrayal, blackmail, and murder in this season of Desperate Housewives. But there is also love, friendship, loyalty, and overcoming obstacles as all women do but not before a few dirty little secrets are revealed.

So catch up with your favorite Housewives before season five premieres. Desperate Housewives Season 4 is currently available of DVD.

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House Season 4 DVD Review

Before inserting the first DVD I wondered what the writers could do in this season of House to top the previous ones. And was that even possible? You know how some series start off with that fire and then the spark begins to wane. Would House grow stale and sizzle off?

Oh no, not House. I think this show just keeps getting better. Was this DVD worth its weight in gold? Yes it was. What can I say I love this mans wicked sense of humor.

As we left off in the previous season of House, Foreman had quit. House fired Chase and Cameron had resigned. So now House is without a team and his mandatory quest for replacements begins.

House hates the interviewing process and to Cuddy’s dismay he begins a “Survivor” like quest for his open positions.

The premise of searching for employees in the manner of elimination such as a reality TV show is ridiculous. But it works and it’s absolutely hilarious.

You may think House’s tactics are ludicrous. Crazy even, but I say crazy like a fox. His over the top antics are brilliant when you really think about it.

The fourth Season of House now out on DVD is filled with interesting medical mysteries along with a host of special guest stars. It will have you thoroughly entertained throughout this short but powerful season. With laughter, love, twists and turns with a bittersweet ending.

If you’re not watching House I don’t know what rock you’re living under.

This is on the most innovative, brilliantly written shows on television today. Not to mention the superb award winning acting of its lead character played by Hugh Laurie.

House Season 4 DVD is in stores now and available to rent at your local video store. Get out and pick up your copy of this DVD today.

To keep current with House this season it airs on the FOX network Tuesday nights this fall. And if you are new to House Seasons 1-3 are also available on DVD.

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Grace After Midnight – A Book Review

The most chilling chapter I have ever read in any book was in Felicia Pearson’s memoir. It was the chapter called, “That’s why they call it Grandma’s House.”

After reading that chapter I had to immediately close the book. Imagining what happened was horrific and I knew I needed to end my reading for that night.

I first picked up this book because I was a fan of HBO’s “The Wire” and the series had just ended.

I wanted to know how someone so young could fill up the pages of a memoir.

My interest was piqued and that began my quest of finding out about this character they called, “Snoop.”

What I respected about her memoir was her honesty. No pretenses, no dressing it up—just plain truth.

This memoir takes you from the birth of “Snoop” who was a three pound cross-eyed crack baby. This book takes you through her formative years, adolescence, to where she is today.

You are a fly on the wall of the life of an urban teenager growing up in the streets of East Baltimore.

In this book Ms. Pearson grants you all access to her life. She shares her sexuality, her criminal past, her heartbreaks, and her loves.

This is a gritty in your face memoir well deserving of a read.

HBO’s Vampire Tale True Blood Premieres

Last night was the premiere of HBO’s new vampire series True Blood. New Orleans is the setting of this vampire tale and its heroine is Sookie Stackhouse a waitress at Merlotte’s bar and Grill. Sookie is played by Oscar winning actress Anna Paquin of the Piano and X-Men fame.

But Sookie is not your typical waitress she has the ability to read people’s thoughts. And in this day and age vampires have come out of the closet so to speak. Vampires are living their lives in the open. With this new synthetic blood perfected by the Japanese there is no longer a need for vampires to feed on humans.

In the True Blood premiere a vampire walks into the bar and sits in Sookie’s station. Sookie is immediately drawn to him and that’s when the fun begins.

I thought last night’s episode of True Blood was quite comical. This new take on the vampire genre is unique and interesting. If you’re looking for your typical run of the mill vampire tale you will be pleasantly surprised with something that is totally different. The producers and writers have made a concentrated effort not to be a story built on vampire clichés.

Sookie your southern heroine is vibrant, inviting and full of wit. Bill the vampire is of course dark, mysterious and ominous. You also have a host of supporting characters and I do mean characters that definitely bring something to the table. The “flaming” cook Lafayette Reynolds is sure to bring you some laughs this season if you like raunchy humor. There are villainous characters in True Blood I’m sure you’re going to love to hate.

For some the sex scenes in True Blood will be too racy. But with the history of the vampire; sex has always been an intricate part of their lives. I myself personally didn’t need the scenes. I need the sex but not the sex scenes. I think the story carried itself without them.

All in all I think True Blood is one to watch and will keep you coming back for more. To view the first complete episode click here.

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Monty’s Seafood Grill A Big Disappointment

Monty’s Seafood Grill located at 15205 John J. Delaney Dr, in Charlotte, NC.

Going to Monty’s Seafood Grill was a last minute welcome surprise. My family had been raving about this restaurant for some time. And their last two ventures I had missed, so I knew that the next time I definitely wanted to go.

I always felt that a personal recommendation beats out a generic restaurant review anytime.
Well, let’s get to it!

My first indication of quality at Monty’s Seafood Grill began with the bread basket. The salads had already arrived and my sister inquired about bread. The waitress replied, “I’ll bring it right out to you—it just came out of the oven.”

Unless they have invented some new ovens that cool food instead of heating… I’m going to have to say she didn’t tell the truth.

We ordered fried calamari for our appetizer. I love calamari and I know what good calamari tastes like. And this wasn’t good calamari.

It was salty and greasy. Besides burning food the worst thing you can do is over salt it. Too much salt is an amateur mistake. No one should have to experience that while dining out.

For my entrée I had Roasted Lemon Thyme Chicken with home made fries, and collard greens.
The chicken was bland; the home fries were missing potatoes if that’s even possible. And the collard greens had some flavor but they were dirty.

My grandmother always told me, “You have to clean collard greens very well. Because if you don’t they taste gritty.” Someone should tell Monty this.

After our meal the hostess came over to the table and asked, “Did everyone enjoy their meals?”

My sisters piped up, “yes we did.”

Meanwhile one of my sisters’ had hid the fat from her filet mignon in the bread basket. And my other sister sent back her wedge salad because the dressing was disgusting.

But me, I didn’t answer.

So the hostess looked at my plate and asked, “And how was your chicken?”

My reply was, “It was all right.”

And her reply was, “well chicken is chicken.”

“Way to stand up for your restaurant,” I thought. But I really wanted to say, “Chicken can be tasty and seasoned.

I have three categories in which I put a dining experience in.

1. Recommended – Meaning I would eat there again and recommend it to others.
2. Toss up – Means you have to decide for yourself by visiting the establishment.
3. Drive By – Means keep on driving pass the restaurant.

So which category does Monty’s Seafood Grill fall in? I would have to say Drive by.

Until next time Bon appétit!

TNT’s Raising the Bar Premiere Falls Short

I was horribly disappointed in last night’s TNT series premiere of Raising the bar.

When you hear a name like Steven Bochco immediately you remember shows like Hill Street Blues, L.A. Law and NYPD Blue. These were top notch television series Emmy nominated and award winning with phenomenal writers and talented actors. These series have created some of the most memorable characters in television history.

Steven Bochco is to television like Steven Spielberg is to movies. So when you hear that Stephen Bochco is producing another series on TNT it instantly grabs your attention.

To my dismay TNT’s Raising the Bar didn’t live up to any of its predecessors. The commercial previews of Raising the Bar were more interesting that the show in its entirety.

I have enjoyed Mark-Paul Gosselaar’s performance in the hit series NYPD Blue and the same goes for Gloria Reuben’s performance in E.R. But in TNT’s Raising the Bar the performances fell flat, with subpar writing, bad direction and a poor supporting cast.

I wanted to like the show. I love a good courtroom drama. TNT’s Raising the Bar just wasn’t it.
Jane Kaczmarek’s character was unbelievable. I know they wanted her to be the “Queen Bee” of Raising the Bar but her character just came off as rather cartoonish.

Apparently, the writers wanted last night’s episode to be heart wrenching but they didn’t introduce the characters long enough for you to care about them.

I have to admit that some series premieres have fallen short but have improved over time. However, time is extremely valuable and unfortunately I won’t be giving TNT’s Raising the bar any more of mine.

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Bar – B- Q King as featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives

Bar-B-Q King was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives one of my favorite shows on the food network. It’s hosted by Guy Fieri.

Bar-B-Q King is located right here in the Queen City Charlotte, North Carolina.

I’ve drove by The Bar-B-Q king several times while driving around the city of Charlotte. At times I wondered if it was still a working establishment. Being a big city girl I wasn’t too familiar with the drive in concept. I was curious as to how they worked but was too scared to ever try one.

While watching Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives I see Guy Fieri on my television screen raving about this Drive-In located right in here in Charlotte, North Carolina.

If you’ve had the pleasure of watching Guy’s show I know there are a multitude of places that he has visited that you just want to try for yourself.

Unfortunately, not all of them are located right in your own backyard. So when Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives featured the Bar-B-Q King I knew it was a place that I had to try out for myself.
I’ve never seen a food establishment that Guy didn’t like. Definitely wanting to see what the hype was all about I ventured out on my own.

So Guy Fieri put your money where your mouth is.

The first thing I wanted to do was try what they are famous for and that’s the Bar-B-Q. So I ordered a Bar-B-Q plate and a quarter Bar-B-Q chicken dinner. And yes I did have family members there to help me out.

I have to admit the Bar-B-Q chicken was different from any version of Bar-B-Q chicken that I have ever tasted. This particular Bar-B-Q chicken is deep fried first then dipped in their secret Bar-B-Q sauce that the owners use for their Bar-B-Q. It might sound strange but it works.
I do need to let you know that I am a huge fan of Bar-B-Q. And I have tasted some of the best Bar-B-Q that is out there.

Now this Bar-B-Q isn’t the best out there but it’s definitely one of the better ones here in Charlotte, NC.

If you’re expecting five star services—get over yourself. You’re only expected to get your eat on and drive away.

I have three categories in which I put a dining experience in.

1. Recommended – Meaning I would eat there again and recommend it to others.
2. Toss up – Means you have to decide for yourself by visiting the establishment.
3. Drive By – Means keep on driving pass the restaurant.

So how do I rate Bar-B-Q King? I would have to say: Recommended.

Until next time Bon appétit!