CARRIE VS. BRITNEY

Both can warble. Both are\were blondes. Both are young and rich.

I started watching American Idol the year Carrie Underwood starred on the show. Sometimes the judges were less than flattering to her. She seemed to take criticism well. She was a fresh face, a down home girl, a girl you rooted for.

I first heard of Britney from a student of mine who was infatuated with her. I watched her videos. She seemed like Carrie. And then she changed. No more down home, but eaten up by Hollywood or so it seemed. And then the kiss. What was she thinking? It's been downhill since.

I hope Carrie is well grounded. I hope Britney gets her feet back on the ground. And to those who want to vilify either, shame on you.