I always love conversations around this house because sometimes they just lead to ridiculousness. Actually, most conversations around this house lead to ridiculousness.And it isn't always the teens who are to blame. Sometimes Joe and I will have full conversations about whether or not the new bank location is operating or not. And we can spend 10 minutes on why the drive-thru would be open if it wasn't. Or was it? Seriously.
I'm not sure how it got started, but at dinner the other night I somehow got around to announcing to everyone that I love Dr. Drew--Drew Pinsky to be exact. You know, Dr. Drew of "Celebrity Rehab", "Sober House" and "Loveline with Adam Corolla"? Yeah, that Dr. Drew.
I dunno, but there is just something about him that I have a major crush on. Maybe it is the gentle way he talks or how he listens so intently to others--it just does me in. I kinda like his look too, with gently graying hair and snappy clothes. Sigh.
My announcement was kicked off with a "Pass the corn" and a "I love Dr. Drew" by me, which of course was met by a general consensus of "Ewwwwww" by the family. Well, criminy, everyone else can talk about who they love and such, why can't I? And why does it have to always be Joe? Can't I love some cute guy on TV too?
Col was a goner from the start, rolling his eyes, holding his ears and yelling "Awww, Mom!".
Em was fine until I talked about how I would tell him all about my day and my problems of late and he would listen (like he does so well) and then we would spoon together. Then she ran from the table screaming "Oh, god, Mom! That's just gross!".
What??! Why? What's wrong with spooning with Dr. Drew? I think he's kinda cute, actually. AND he's got a lot of money, I'm figuring. And somehow I'm guessing he smells good. He just looks like one of those guys--you know, that smell good.
Joe just sat there listening to me list all the dreamy qualities of Dr. Drew while the kids were screaming and shuddering from the thoughts of their mother snuggling with him, until he finally got his thoughts together on his wife reenacting her David Cassidy crush from 40 years ago.
"Yeah, but would he love you?" he asked all smart-alecky.
Crap. He got me there. Some people just take pleasure in bursting bubbles, you know?
I'll bet Dr. Drew wouldn't say that to me. Sigh. I imagine him snuggling closer and asking me how I feel about that comment. And that is why I love him.
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Joe keeps it real. Darn him!
Ewwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww
I get it. Women just want to be listened to. Men should not underestimate the power of listening (not their genetic strong suit).
Well you are sort of a celebrity,you do have 217 followers after all! Maybe ...just maybe...you can get a spooning session with the good Dr.,spooning might be considered some sort of addiction if you give it just the right spin!
Love cannot be defined or understood.
Dr. Drew I don't get but grossing my kids out at the dinner table, that is just good times!
Hehe...I get it. I've always thought he had a lovely voice. Too bad you don't get any support from the family though. And I would like my very own cat basket, thank you. If I get to choose, I'ld like it squeezed in there where Hobbes' is by the fire;)
P.S. the word verification is "palla" which I find to be laughably great:)
I'm thinking Dr. Drew should spend a little more time remolding hte heads of some of those Season One, 16 and Pregnant girls...just saying. Now maybe that will help you answer Joe's question ;-)
I have a crush of the Dyson vacuum man. Want to double date?
Lin, Lin. Didn't I tell you Dr. Drew is *my* boyfriend? Has been for a long time.
We met back in 1996 when he was hosting Loveline on MTV with Adam Corolla.
*sighs* He's so dreamy.
He's okay, but he's no Anderson Cooper.
And I know Anderson bats for the other team. I don't care. He's still gorgeous.
But as to weird crushes, am I alone in thinking the guy at the end of this commercial actually IS kinda cute?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ad97G0Ume8&feature=channel
He looks a little swarmy to me. I have really never seen the man. Does he wear a pinky ring? My father warned me about guys and pinky rings
Violet--I hate that about him. Always the buzz kill. :(
Helene--Really??! You don't think he's cute? Or is it the part where we are spooning that gets you? Sheesh, Helene. You're bummin' me out here.
DG--Thank you, DG! And can my guy be cute, have money, AND listen???! I think so.
Melodie--Maybe if I had 218 followers....
Highway--Well, to be honest, pally, the post read that I would "do" Dr. Drew, but I felt some people would think that is wrong to say in front of your kids--even if they are teens. It was all in jest, but you know, some folks get funky that way. So, needless to say, they were REALLY grossed out! ;) You don't like Dr. Drew???
Nancy--I like how he asks some questions and then just listens intently, guiding a person to reach their own conclusions. Damn, he's good! And he's cute, too! Oh--I had "pally" once and I nearly died! I like "palla" though--it made me laugh. One basket...coming up!
Jodi--I'm not sure anyone can help those twits. Not even Dr. Drew.
Betty--It's a DATE! Hahaha! Can you imagine the conversation at the dinner table???
CG--That's where I first saw him too, CG. I'm thinking he's playing BOTH of us all these years. Sigh. Damn men. If only he wasn't so dreamy....
Shieldmaiden--I laughed out loud at work at your comment and then I had to tell Irene and she laughed too. :) I didn't know he was gay!
Pricilla--I'm with you with the ring, and no, I don't think he has one. I will make him take it off if he does.
peewee--OMG!! I am laughing hysterically right now AND telling Irene your story! That is mortifying! Hell, I can't even go to a guy--I have to have a woman doctor. I think I would DIE if I saw Dr. Drew there. So, I'm like a kid watching a scary movie--with my hands over my eyes, not wanting to know what happens next, but still...I DO want to know! Spill the dirty details in an email to me, pally. I wouldn't want you to share Dr. Drew's dirty laundry at the Duck and Wheel. Then he'll never want to spoon with me. You are too funny!!!!
Shieldmaiden--I just looked at that video--nah, I'm gonna have to pass on that guy just because of that whole nipple thing...and he doesn't have a job.
Between your post and the comments above, this is quite an interesting topic today! I never thought of Dr. Drew in that way but I think it's great you can talk about that stuff at the dinner table. I wish I was your neighbor!
we never seem to have interesting conversations like you do but then it's just me and my husband around here and he's not much of a talker...lol
Beaded Tail--Isn't it funny??! I love the comments, including peewee's, which REALLY caught me off guard! We talk about anything at our house, although some people would be uncomfortable about such things. They are teens though--it wasn't like we were talking like that to small children. Come on over anytime for dinner and interesting conversation!
Ann--It's me and the kids who really liven the conversation. Joe is more like "Hey, Col, did you try the beans?" or "Eat up, Em". He's like his mom and needs to worry about who is eating what while we are yuckking it up about weird stuff.
I love you too. I love your description of your family thinking about you loving Dr. Drew.
You're right, of course. Dr. Drew's smart and rich, and he probably does listen well. I can't really imagine spooning him, however, and I don't even want to try.
It's funny how kids can picture their parents having crushes on other people, isn't it? I'm fully grown, and I still can't see my mom or dad dating somebody else. But I'll bet they did. And I'll bet they did some things they haven't told me, too.
Lin, I just posted a note to you, but it appears to have vanished. Will you please contact me to let me know you got it (you might check your spam folder), or if I should use a different address?
Thank you,
Valerie Allen, public relations (Dr. Drew's publicist)
Phone: 310-264-1888
Email: valerie@valerieallenpr.com
You have interesting taste in men, Lin! I don't have the hots for Dr. Drew at all but well..if it works for you....
Hi Lin,
I decided to try this again. Sorry if you find it twice, but the first one got lost in the either and I didn't want you to miss this.
My name is Valerie Allen, and I'm Dr. Drew's publicist. Our blog-reading service saw your post about Dr. Drew and passed it on to him. He loved it, of course, and wanted you to know that he was both amused and touched by what you wrote.
We thought it would be fun to get you two together, and we've arranged for you to meet via videoconference the week of January 18th. If you're having any problems or issues you'd like to discuss, Dr. Drew would be happy to provide you with some one-on-one advice. Or you can just chat.
If you'd like to hear the details, please contact me at your earliest convenience.
Phone: 310-264-1888
Email: valerie@valerieallenpr.com
Valerie Allen Public Relations
Santa Monica, Calif.
P.S. -- You can read more about Dr. Drew at www.drdrew.com and about me at www.valerieallenpr.com
Um Lin? I'm having a panic attack FOR YOU after reading Valerie Allen's comment about a ONE-ON-ONE chat with DR. DREW!
*faints and hits her head on the chair as she falls to the floor*
Oh my Cod! Are you going to get together with Dr. Drew!!?!???! I am getting anxiety for you, too!
LOL ~ I'm laughing at Helene's comment and your response. Well you know what they say... "love is blind"... ;) Maybe it's the pointy chin...???
Happy Dreaming Friend!
xo Catherine
Marilynne--Oh, there was LOTS of drama and hacking sounds. Nice, eh?
MikeWJ--My kids think that EVERYTHING I say to Joe is innuendo, it's just ridiculous. Once I said to him "Wanna touch my oven mitt?" and they went nuts yelling and screaming. I mean, what does THAT mean??! I think they have very vivid imaginations. My life should be so exciting.
Valerie--Hi, Valerie! Uh, I'm not sure whether I should be excited or mortified. I think it is a bit of both. I will be in contact--I can't miss this! Excuse me while I go lay on the floor next to the already-fainted Cardiogirl.
Chocolate--I'm sure you have your own dreamboat, pally, which is great because then we don't have to compete for Drew's attention. ;)
CG--I have to admit my heart stopped, especially after that whole Botti issue where folks were lining up to crucify me. CRAP! What does one wear for video-conferencing with Dr. Drew???!
Daisy--Isn't this very exciting, Daisy???! EEEEEEEK!
Catherine--Really???! You don't see it??! Criminy. Well, that's good. Less competition, you know? :0
Oh good lord...I just came back here after reading the comment at today's post. Notice how Valerie didn't contact ME :-)Excuse me I'm off to find Cary Grant's publicist.
Proof that you & Joe are a perfect match: he loves you knowing how weird you are! Yep, true love, if you ask me.
I been in de' woods. Who's Dr. Drew?
You offered to let Joe touch your oven mitt in front of the kids? Shit, Lin, I'm surprised Social Services didn't come crashing through your front door with a Writ of Child Abuse, or some such.
And, WOW!, on the invite from Dr. Drew. Have you called yet?
Oooh!!! Lin is gonna have a 'date' with Dr. Drew!! Waaaaaahhh.... *wink*
Helene--Hahaha! Now Dr. Drew knows you were trash-talking him, Helene!
Rebecca--And he's secure to know I'm not gonna leave him. Well, until Dr. Drew shows up. ;p Hahaha!
Sharky--Oh, just some dreamy therapist on TV.
MikeWJ--I did, but I haven't gotten the return call. I sure hope it happens. I made Joe go get a new webcam today. :) I'm gonna wear that oven mitt for Dr. Drew.
Nessa--I sure hope so! I called, but no return call as of yet. I'm sure gonna be bummed if it doesn't happen.
I wasn't trash talking him!!!!!!!! I didn't even know who he was. My kids did-they were like "are you SERIOUS mom???" My experience with addictions has been having dated the bozos he deals with-put me in a room with 100 nice smelling men and one is an alcoholic, I'll find him and date him. Let me know when that show comes out.
<y word ver is twiti-ya happy now?? :-)
Helene--Just razzin' ya on the trash-talking, Helene. :) Maybe you should be the one talking to Dr. Drew on Skype. If I was a real friend.....;)
I was saying that with a smile back at you :-)
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