Paul McCartney on SNL

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1338069/Paul-McCartney-hosts-Saturday-Night-Live-pays-tribute-John-Lennon.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

I was able to catch Paul McCartney's musical guest spot on SNL over the weekend, and even though there have been mixed reviews (see article above), I really liked it. Like it said in the article from The Daily Mail, his voice wasn't sounding too great. He just sounded a little old, but what would you expect of an almost 70-year-old man who has been performing since he was a teenager? Even though his singing wasn't perfect, it was still awesome to hear those Beatles songs. I especially thought it was nice that he paid tribute to John Lennon, by singing one of Lennon's best Beatles songs (A Day In the Life) and one of his solo songs (Give Peace a Chance). I always think about how close those two must have been, performing and writing songs together for a big part of their lives. I imagine they were best friends in a sense, even though they had a lot of conflict at the end. It must have been hard for McCartney with the anniversary of Lennon's death being last week. But he did the tribute anyway.

The thing I like the best about Paul's performance on SNL was that he actually participated in the skits, and he was funny! I don't know what is so hilarious about playing a mini harmonica, but I cracked up. Also there was a really funny monologue at the beginning of the show with Paul Rudd (who I also love), playing on the fact that they were both named Paul. I think it showed some spunk for him to get up there and be a commedian with the rest of the cast.

About Me

I have been a teacher at Central Crossing High School for the past five years. I have a degree in Journalism and Creative Writing from Miami University. I also received my teaching certification from the University of Cincinnati and a Masters degree in School Counseling from the University of Dayton. This year I teach Sophomore English, CT Junior English, and AP Junior English. I am also the co-advisor to the Key Club, and an after school detention monitor on Thursdays.

I live in Dublin, and in my free time I enjoy reading, scouting vintage shops for awesome vintage furniture, playing with my puppy Penelope, and organizing. Yes, organizing! I dream job would be to become a professional organizer and go on Oprah. Also this winter I am embarking on The Movie Project, which involves watching all the classic movies (like Star Wars and Indiana Jones) that I haven't seen, and which Ms. Hellard and Mr. Fields insist I need to see.

My favorite tv shows are the Big Bang Theory, Mad Men, and The Office. I also love the Colbert Report and the Daily Show on Comedy Central. My favorite football team is the Chicago Bears! Even my puppy has a Bears jersey, and going to a Bears game in person is now on my life to do list. I am looking forward to the summer and my trip to Paris, which will be my first time traveling overseas. I can't wait to eat all the cheese and pastries!