Go and VOTE

It’s ELECTION DAY!

So last night was the CMAs. I hope everyone watched them. I’ll be doing a little briefing in a special CMA section further down the blog. Also check out cmt.com for pictures of the event.

NASCAR Update:
Todd Kluever will attempt to make the race in Phoenix driving the #06 car for Roush Racing.

The #10 crew member, Craig Curione that pushed Kevin Harvick after the race in Texas on Sunday was suspended indefinitely from NASCAR and fined $10,000. Finally someone that a $10,000 fine means something to. (via nascar.com)

Giants Update:
Michael Straham will miss 2-4 weeks with a sprained right foot suffered during the Giants win against the Texans on Sunday.

Around Sports:
Baseball
The MLB All-stars won again on Tuesday against the best of Japan. After Tuesday’s 7-2 win the All-stars are 4-0. They will play their final game in Japan on Wednesday at the Fukuoka Dome.

Basketball
The Florida Gators are the top ranked college basketball team in the nation according to an AP preseason poll. For my mom, the Arizona Wildcats are ranked 10th, my beloved Duke Blue Devils are #12 and for my brother, UCONN is ranked #18.

Champ Car
In don’t drink and drive news…former Champ Car Series Champion, Paul Tracy will miss the season finale in Mexico City with a broken shoulder. Tracy injured his shoulder in an ATV accident. Reports have Tracy driving the ATV while intoxicated, but Tracy has said that claims have gotten out of hand. I wasn’t trying to jump a hill with my ATV I was trying to jump over a hill, goodness!

Hockey
If you’re going to beat the Anaheim Ducks, you’ll have to do it in overtime. The formerly Mighty Ducks have lost only four times this season, once in overtime and three times in sudden death shootouts. The Ducks did, however, beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 in OT on Monday.

Popo in my crib News:
Three Tennessee football players were arrested over the weekend and charged with disorderly conduct and underage drinking. On Monday, Vols coach, Phillip Fulmer announced suspensions. Starting tailback, Arian Foster will miss the first half of Tennessee’s game against Arkansas on Saturday, fullback David Holbert will miss the entire Arkansas game and safety Antonio Wardlow will miss both the Arkansas game as well as the following Saturday’s game against Vanderbilt. Half a game, huh? Watch out Arian, David and Antonio, because the popo are on your tail!

Katt Williams was arrested on Monday at LAX for allegedly carrying a stolen concealed weapon. Who doesn’t love being arrested and charged on multiple counts? Watch out Katt, because the popo are on your tail! (via tmz.com)

Around the World:
REMINDER: Today is the first day in November, which means it is election day. I got up early and voted, have you? Voting is not only a privilege, it’s a civic duty. People have died just to be able to have the freedoms we enjoy in the United States. The freedoms that people take for granted. By not voting you are allowing others to continually make decisions for yourself. Why not take responsibility and vote?

I know you have every excuse in the world to not vote:
I’m not registered to vote.
If you haven’t registered to vote, many states have same day registration. Check out vote-smart.org or growthevote.org for state registration rules and for polling information. You can even check your own state’s website to get more voter information. If it’s too late to register for this election, register today and you’ll be all set for the next election!

It’s not like we’re voting for President.
This year is a midterm election meaning what’s at stake is the majority in the House of Representatives and the Senate. Currently both chambers of the legislature are controlled by the Republicans. If you’re satisfied with the way the country is going, show your support and vote Republican, but if you’re looking for a change go with the Democrats. (As always, these are generalizations, always check candidate’s platforms to see if they fit your beliefs.) There are 15 Republican seats, 17 Democratic seats and one independent seat up for grabs this election year. The hot races in the Senate are in Connecticut, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Virginia and Washington. There are also Governor Races happening in Alaska, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. Not to mention, state and local representative races and referendums on the ballot this year.

My vote doesn’t count.
Since the 2000 Presidential election, I don’t know how anyone can make that argument. Yes, sometimes people win in a landslide. But other times, it’s mere votes that decide the winner. If you don’t vote, you’ll never count. Remember, elected officials only care about getting re-elected, if you don’t vote they don’t care about you!

In closing, VOTE!

CMA Recap:
So last night I watched the CMAs and my highlights included:
1. Martina McBride singing her new single “Anyway” Every time I hear her sing, I think there is no one as talented as she!
2. Jason Aldean singing “Hicktown” He had everyone dancing in their seats and brought some energy into a lull in the show.
3. Kimberly Williams Paisley and Gary Allan presenting How cute was she, I got knocked up and now I can’t see. Gary Allan feeding Kimberly her lines was so cute!
4. Faith Hill flipping out when Carried Underwood won Female Vocalist I had the same reaction Faith! You can see it on youtube.com
5. Keith Urban winning Male Vocalist of the Year The whole crowd gave him a standing ovation.

CMA Winners List
Entertainer of the Year
Kenny Chesney

Male Vocalist of the Year
Keith Urban

Female Vocalist of the Year
Carrie Underwood

Album of the Year
“Time Well Wasted” Brad Paisley

Single of the Year
“Believe” Brooks & Dunn

Song of the Year (Songwriter)
“Believe” Ronnie Dunn, Craig Wiseman

Musical Event of the Year
“When I Get Where I’m Going” Brad Paisley and Dolly Parton

Duo of the Year
Brooks & Dunn

Group of the Year
Rascal Flatts

Horizon Award
Carrie Underwood

Musician of the Year
Randy Scruggs – Guitar

Music Video of the Year
“Believe” Brooks & Dunn

Celebrity Tid Bits:
BREAKING NEWS: According to tmz.com Britney Spears has filed for divorce from her gross husband Kevin Federline. The couple got "married" in 2004. Apparently, Ms. Spears has an iron-clad prenup! I'm so excited for her.

Martina McBride will perform at the lighting of the Tree at Rockefeller Center in New York City on November 29th. She’ll be performing “O Come All Ye Faithful” and “Let it Snow.”

COUPLE ALERT: Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton Discuss, discuss!

In Stores Today:
"Love, Pain & the whole crazy thing" - Keith Urban
"Enjoy the Ride" - Sugarland

Happy Birthday wishes to Jason and Jeremy London (34). One of them was Griffin on Party of Five and the other one was in Dazed and Confused. Please fill me in on which is which.

Random Quote: "I had a little sippy sip." – Kanye West, blaming his on-air tirade at the MTV Europe Awards on alcohol, to an MTV UK correspondent backstage (via people.com)

It’s been fun blogging with you,

Kate