And It Begins...

Last night we got our first episode of "Survivor All Stars". Yeah, we're 3rd world and behind the times, but nobody tell me what happens, OK? :) I had to tape it for my son to watch (he was doing his homework frantically), and we did so over lunchtime a few minutes ago.

Survivor Pearl Islands was the only series I watched from start to finish (and I still prefer Amazing Race, which I've also only watched one series of), so I'm not up on who is who, other than that big fat teddybear Rupert. But I'm getting used to the usual hoopla that surrounds such a series.

I was especially amused today to see the "military escort" in action - with phrases like "switch to high alert" being thrown around and each little speedboat surrounded by tons of military hardware. For heaven's sake - isn't there a border or something you guys should be protecting instead of a group of after-the-money little backstabbers? :) Oh well - these type of series seem to need a lot of dramatics and effects - perhaps to keep the audience's attention? Divert their minds from the fact that these are the meanest folk on the planet and they'll lie, cheat and steal to make it?

All this aside, it will be interesting to see how things pan out. I happen to think Ethan's hunky, and love Rupert's soft heart (usually). That old Navy Seal guy is pretty good for an ancient one too!

So here's to yet another "reality" brainwashing - may it entertain us all!