Dancing with the Stars, week 5

And then there were two.... In the penultimate episode, the couples each performed two dances, the Foxtrot and the Paso Doble. John and Charlotte kicked ass; now every time I see the Paso Doble I'll think of Fernando! I looked for evidence that the dancers were "driving on the slow" in the Foxtrot. Did I see it? Maybe - I think I need to watch it a few more times. IMHO, John and Charlotte have consistently presented routines that are the purest of whatever dance they are doing; in other words, if you want to know what a dance is supposed to look like, watch them. I'm something of a traditionalist, so naturally this appeals to me. That doesn't mean you shouldn't push the boundaries, just don't destroy them! This picture shows how Kelly really needs to relax when she's trying to be graceful. I have to admit that Kelly is doing a much better job than I would have predicted at the beginning of the show. She has a real fighting spirit, and it has served her well. That said, if John and Charlotte don't win next week, I'll be sorely disappointed (as will they). It will be Michelle Kwan versus Tara Lipinski all over again. (Sorry - I went to the Galleria yesterday, "home of Olympic champion Tara Lipinski".) I just read Bruno's weekly blog. He gets to say more there than he does during the show, and he comes off better when he has more time to think about what he's saying. Many of his comments echo mine - do you think he reads my blog? ;) Tomorrow's the big night - merde to all!