I’ve been ranting long posts about the monkeys all week. So, I’m not going to talk about them today…, except to say that, no, I did not sleep last night, but, yes, today was a little bit better — probably because Obama was in Canada bringing us all a little hope….

God, that man is so gorj…..
So, no, we’re not going to talk about the kids. We’re going to talk about me and the carp I enjoy, and my little Tatiana Del Toro style identity crisis….

….And how much I love Danny Gokey…. Leave it to American Idol to exploit the poor guy’s tragedy for ratings — his wife died only 4 weeks ago…. But, exploiting Danny’s not so easy, as long as he can help it. When Ryan Seacrest asked Danny what he was envisioning when he sang Mariah Carey’s Hero Tuesday night, instead of answering the obvious “my dead wife,” Danny replied that he was just thinking about inspiring others to move on and be strong in the face of adversity. Respect, man. Respect. Peace out. Because that was all class. The tragedy, however, WILL get him votes. Lots of votes. I, of course, canNOT vote — because I’m in Canada — but, if I could, I’d vote for Danny, not because of his story, but because he’s got a velvet voice and he looks like Robert Downey Junior. LOVE! (I’d also vote for Tatiana because I couldn’t get enough; and talk about exploitation…. Yikes! Poor girl.)
….And how much this guy, Jon Lajoie FROM Montreal (hollah Canada!), has singlehandedly resurrected my abs because HE MAKES ME LAUGH SO HARD (brought to you by JOSH-O, who insisted on taking full credit). This video? Brillers. Enjoy…. Laugh HARD…. (PS. It’s a little racy at the end…. NSFW? Visuals all okay, though — totally SFW.)
….And how much, despite the uggers bikinis and gross objectification of women in this GARSH-awful video, I’m CRAZY about this remake of Toto’s Africa. Please note, however, that, no matter how hard I try, I CANNOT sing that “There’s nothing that a hundred men OR MORE could ever do” line right. Seriously, whenever I sing it, it’s “There’s nothing that a hundred men ON MARS could ever do.” This has been going on for years. Please send help.
….And how much Rascal made me melt today. I know, I said no kid talk today. But, really, there are NO RULES just like there is NO SPOON — I decide, in other words. He fell asleep in his carseat while he was eating a crushed walnut…. SQUEEEE!

(I didn’t really know what to do other than watch him like a hawk and try to wake him up. Leave it to Rascal to be un-wake-up-able in the daytime…with a mouth full of walnut……..)
….And, how much of a LOSER I am because of the dang “xo.” According to my friend Karen, the xo is THE OUT OUT OUT. As in LOSER. And, of course, I’ve been signing my posts “xo Haley-O” for, like, evs, and NOT ONE OF YOU told me to STOPPIT. I am TIRED. I NEED this guidance. I live in my own world. Full of green dots and lines and Asian characters….

I count on you to keep me in the KNOW about these things. Apparently, it’s just “x” now, dammit. So, it’s supposed to be “x Haley-O,” and that’s just confusing. OR, it’s supposed to be “xh,” and that’s just BOO. How ’bout “xHO,” though? That could be good…. Anyway, I’ve been wanting to nix the “-O” for a while now and be just “Haley.” But, I don’t know. I’ve been blogging as “Haley-O” for too long to change it now….
Love!
x
Haley
Blerrrrgh. That does NOT work for me. So impersonal. MWAH MWAH. No.
We’ll just see, I guess…. Maybe I just won’t sign. My posts are long enough as it is these days. And, besides, you know I love you…!
Oh screwit….
LOVE!
xo Haley-O
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Nap Warden said, February 19th, 2009 at 11:21 pm
Awww Girl, you made me chuckle:D I got nuthin’ for ya. I’m not a MWAH girl, I’m not an xo girl…Stick with the xo;)
Oh, I’m a winker;D
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Dianna said, February 20th, 2009 at 12:17 am
I like the xo! It’s you! I say you keep it. Screw anyone who doesen’t think so.
Haley said, February 20th, 2009 at 12:19 am
I love the xo! It’s just so you
And I love the “-O” too… not that Haley is terrible
Goofball said, February 20th, 2009 at 2:31 am
uwww that Afrika remake? no no, I want the original.
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SciFi Dad said, February 20th, 2009 at 7:54 am
Here’s one of his that isn’t racy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmWp-rI6vSw
Lindsey said, February 20th, 2009 at 8:41 am
Good god how can xo be trendy or not. Sheesh. People have too much time on their hands. Keep it!
an XO-er herself, Lindsey
Chantal said, February 20th, 2009 at 8:52 am
My hubby and I watch Jon Lajoie on u-tube all the time. The first song I ever heard by him was “Stay at home dad” and I still kill myself laughing when I hear it. And i send it to all new parents (after they have been at home for a while and can relate). I went back to work when M was 5 months old and Kev stayed home with him for 6 months and that song just gets it so right! LOL
xo Chantal
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newsinglemama said, February 20th, 2009 at 8:55 am
i like the xo too, keep it!
Laural said, February 20th, 2009 at 9:12 am
Keep the xo and the Haley-o. I think you did it before it was in fashion
I’m with you on the Danny love. He’s awesome.
But, you know what we haven’t had for a long long long time? A Miles update.
Laurals last blog post..Valentines
JavaChick said, February 20th, 2009 at 9:35 am
Keep the ‘xo’. Be your own woman darnit.
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Marie-Christine said, February 20th, 2009 at 9:43 am
Pfffff.. I always use many xo’s at the end of my letter and I don’t mind if it’s out
Is there really a trend for xx’s and xo’s and xh’s ??? And what is that xh anyway, it”s ugly!!!
Jon Lajoie is so funny! A little crude let’s say sometimes (like you said, at the end, a little bit of a boy humor) but he’s reall funny anyway!!
Laurie said, February 20th, 2009 at 9:50 am
I did not know there was a trend for x’s and o’s. And if there is, so what? I love the xo – keep it!
Renee said, February 20th, 2009 at 9:52 am
wth? You can sign your post anyway you want. I don’t know who thinks that they are all up on what is in, but it is your blog, you get to do what you want.
That said, I hate Obama. Flame if you want to but no one can convince me that his version of change is for the good.
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Josh-O said, February 20th, 2009 at 10:02 am
Here’s one more for those of you who like (or dont link) Obama:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PqI12R8YNU
Maria said, February 20th, 2009 at 10:05 am
I always thought it was “on MARS” too – lololololol!!! This is the 1st I’m learning otherwise, I always do that too. Years ago, when “La Isla Bonita” by Madonna 1st came out I though one of the lines was “her eyes are like potatoes” when it’s “like the desert” I am such a loser!!!
I luv the Haley-o, & you should xoxo as much as you want!
LAVENDULA said, February 20th, 2009 at 10:53 am
hi Josh-o that’s the first time i’ve seen that jon lajoie guy.that was funny! hahaha!…have you seen flight of the conchords? i have too watch their shows more than once because of laughing so loud can’t hear tv..Haley you ARE haley-o! and if you stop signing off with the xo i’ll just pretend its still there.because that is so you…awww i could just squeeze rascals chubby little cheeks!XO LAV
Teena in Toronto said, February 20th, 2009 at 12:20 pm
Wow! The Rascal must have been tired!!!
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ali said, February 20th, 2009 at 12:50 pm
i love danny gokey…but, my god, they need to stop with the sob story. his voice was good enough to get him into the top 12. they can put it to rest.
Michael Sarver, however, needs the pimping. i was not impressed with him this week.
i am, still, fuming about Jamar. american idol and i are totally in a fight.
also…i think xo is still cool, i mean, gossip girl uses it…twice.
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Fit Family said, February 20th, 2009 at 2:20 pm
Oh no… nobody told me about the xo either… is the xoxo super uncool? Or could it be defiantly, in-your-face super cool, like “who are you to tell me I can’t say xo?”
On another note, must stop signing off with
when e-mailing clients…
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dannielle said, February 20th, 2009 at 3:39 pm
I love the xo! Hold on to it! You own it! And OMG lauged so hard at the picture of the Rascal! Love it!
Nadine said, February 20th, 2009 at 4:00 pm
Keep the xo! Love it. It’s you.
Obama is quite an attractive man, isn’t he.
Yesterday, my husband suggested we should move to CANADA! Ha!
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katie ~ motherbumper said, February 20th, 2009 at 8:18 pm
I love xo. That is all.
oh and Gigi falls asleep with food sometimes – usually when driving and I’m always at a loss. Wake, don’t wake? ARGH they make nothing easy.
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momranoutscreaming said, February 21st, 2009 at 12:32 am
don’t change a thing girl. You’re brilliant just the way you are.
Rascal has those too cute lips like my Star. Adorable.
My brother slept all night with peanuts in his mouth when he was 2. My mom didn’t notice until he was mumbling the next morning and then spit them into her hand. Funny and scary all at once.
I am hopeful with Obama in charge. That’s all I have to say about that.
cheers
Kellie
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Anne said, February 21st, 2009 at 9:15 am
I’m not a professional yogi but…
Shouldn’t we all do what we think is right for our mind, body and spirit regardless of what others think or are doing?
There are several yoga poses that are very hip… your back bend for instance which I admire and applaud. I however can not do that particular pose… yet, today, maybe never. Does that make me less? Certainly not.
If you like the XO and it feels right to you then let other opinions drift from your mind. They are of no consequence. Free yourself.
Personally I like Haley O. O it reminds me of so many people I admire… Jackie O, Oprah, Obama and of course YOU! But do what you feel will bring you joy.
J-Dawg's Realm said, February 21st, 2009 at 10:20 pm
Hey Haley!
Just wanted to drop in and say HI! Been a long time…life gets in the way sometimes, and hopefully I will be back more often now.
Take care
J
Tabitha said, February 22nd, 2009 at 5:45 pm
You cracked me UP throughout this entire post, but this made me LOL and spit out water!!
“There’s nothing that a hundred men ON MARS could ever do.”
Now I don’t feel bad for singing “I left the trains down in Africa.” LMAO@Myself now
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JD said, February 23rd, 2009 at 5:29 pm
I think xo is still in…Gossip Girl uses it and isn’t she in with all the kids!!
Nina said, February 24th, 2009 at 6:10 pm
I say keep the xo!
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