Still Learning, but what is up with people?

The story came out today about Heath Ledger's uncles telling the Australian press about the possibility of Ledger fathering an illegitimate child when he was 17. Here's a brief outline of the story:
Hot on the heels of calling out Heath Ledger's father's potential mismanagement of the late star's estate, the actor's estranged uncles have told Australia's Daily Telegraph that it's possible Ledger fathered an illegitimate child back when he was 17 and carrying on a relationship with a 25-year-old. While the girl became pregnant after the duo split, and while she was living with another man, Haydn Ledger told the paper, "There is a very real possibility that Heath was the father." If proven true, it could divide the portion of his estate already earmarked for two-year-old Matilda, his daughter with Michelle Williams. (source: eonline)

I actually find all of these stories pretty disgusting. Even if all of this is true, it should be worked out in the family, not in the press. It kind of makes sense that Heath decided to move to the U.S., he just wanted to get away from his family. I guess his father and brothers have been fighting forever. Seriously, some things should be kept private.

In other "breaking" (but not really because it's been pretty obvious) news, a Bahamian jury ruled that Anna Nicole Smith's son, Daniel, died from a drug overdose:
A Bahamas jury has determined that Anna Nicole Smith's late son Daniel passed away from an accidental drug overdose in September 2006, and recommending that no criminal charges be filed as a result. The verdict came back after less than two hours of deliberations.
Seriously? It took two years and two hours to figure that out? How much money did the Bahamian government waste on that inquest?

On to other (happier, or at least more light hearted), Star magazine and the photo agency X-17 broke the story this weekend that Brangelina finally tied the knot in New Orleans on Saturday. Such happy news, right? It would have been the scoop of the century had it been true. Unfortunately, the couple (and their ever expanding brood of children) are currently in Texas, where Brad is filming a movie:
So much for wishful thinking. Sources deny to E! News weekend reports that Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie tied the knot in New Orleans Saturday, saying the duo are currently in Texas while Pitt completes filming his new drama, Tree of Life. (source eonline)

I love it when the press (or in this case quasi press?) messes up like this! There was quite the media storm happening on Saturday as a result of this bogus report, but it was quickly scuttled when legitimate news outlets realized how bogus it was. People will do anything for five minutes of fame, they should realize that by now. How many reality shows are there on the air right now? That should prove the point to the T.

Well, everyone has returned from their vacations here at the Vine. While all the on air people were here last week, most of the support and sales staff decided to take spring break (lucky!), but now they're back and wanting all kinds of things from this radio redhead, which means I should probably get bavk to my day job!
Later!

This is still a test.

So lets try it again, shall we? The only way to get better is to keep trying right? I've been looking around the web, trying to decide what to post about, and I've got to tell you, nothing's really jumping out at me. Oh sure, I could talk about the latest American Idol news or the newest Britney Spears picture, but doesn't everyone? Those topics are getting a bit tired. However, I was vaguely amused by the latest story on Guns N Roses long awaited (by some, I must say I'm not really a fan) album Chinese Democracy. If you haven't heard about it, here's the deal: Dr. Pepper announced that it would give everyone in America a can of soda, including the remaining members of GNR (namely Axl, since no one can stand to work with him for too long), but excluding Slash and Buckethead, if they released Chinese Democracy anytime in 2008. Here's the news story:

Dr Pepper has a pop quiz for Guns N' Roses: Where's Chinese Democracy, already?!

In an effort to move the band's long-awaited album toward a release date, the soda purveyor has offered to gift everyone in America (except former bandmembers Slash and Buckethead) with a free soft drink if Democracy comes out anytime in 2008.

The oft-delayed album—the band's first since its 1993 cover album, The Spaghetti Incident—has been in the works for more than a decade and has reportedly rung up over $13 million in recording expenses so far.

It was last slated for release in March 2007, but the big debut was canceled due to "scheduling difficulties," Axl Rose, the sole remaining original GNR member, said at the time. So far, no new release date has been set.

For now, Dr Pepper is willing to wait a little longer.

"It took a little patience to perfect Dr Pepper’s special mix of 23 ingredients, which our fans have come to know and love," the company said in a statement.

"So we completely understand and empathize with Axl's quest for perfection—for something more than the average album." (source eonline)


And here's Axl's response:
Press Release from Axl Regarding Dr Pepper

We are surprised and very happy to have the support of Dr Pepper with our album "Chinese Democracy," as for us, this came totally out of the blue. If there is any involvement with this promotion by our record company or others, we are unaware of such at this time. And as some of Buckethead's performances are on our album, I'll share my Dr Pepper with him.

Axl Rose (source web.gunsnroses.com)

I, for one, find this extremely amusing, because everyone knows that this album is never going to come out. If it does somehow manage to come out in 2008, I will forfeit my Dr. Pepper as penance for being so skeptical of Axl's need for a free carbonated beverage. I prefer Diet Dr. Pepper anyway.

Its been a slow day here at the Vine. The boss is away, so the mice have been playing, and they haven't been playing here! Next week will be a bit of a shock. There will be so many people around compared to this week! Well, that about wraps up my sad attempt to blog for serious. I'll try to do better next time.

I be out.

This is only a test

This redhead is trying out her skill as a blogger. I read a lot of blogs and wanted to see if I could be as cool as they are. So here it is, my first blog. Pretty lame, huh? Well its really just a test. I promise to entertain more in the future. Even if I'm only entertaining myself. After all, someone has to think I'm funny, who better than me?