American Idol concert

The break from all the scraping, sanding, and painting was much needed, and much enjoyed. Shanda, Stephen, Shane, and I went to see the Idols on tour last night in Charlotte, NC. Dinner was kind of tricky, but we ended up eating at Soho -- a Chinese joint right near the arena. Our seats this time (We also went to see the year 2 Idols in Charlotte) were much better -- we were one level up, and enjoyed the relative closeness. It was a good crowd, though not a packed house. We were all excited -- it was an excellent group this year, and the concert was really incredible. Chickezie started off the night, as they counted down the top ten idols for 2008. When it came time for Intermission, they reminded us about Idol Gives Back and sang a song as an ensemble. Jason Castro began the second half, and the countdown continued all the way to Syesha, David A (or Archie, as some have affectionately called him), and of course David Cook. The show was well-done on everyone's part, and it was especially gratifying to see the two Davids in person. They are not only consummate performers, but both of them appear to be super nice people. I noticed David A stepping back to catch the hand of a young fan in a purple dress he had missed, and David Cook wishing a happy birthday to an audience member. All 10 Idols ended the night with, ironically, "Don't Stop the Music". . .. There was screaming, frenzy, music, handsome guys, and beautiful girls -- what's not to enjoy?!? I admit it -- I'm an Idol junkie!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Can't wait for the next season to begin. . . . .