This month's choice is that affable old teddy bear Ed Asner. Best known for playing the affable old teddy bear Lou Grant, Asner has also portrayed Santa Claus in too many films and television specials to count. Although he will turn 80 this year, he is still hard at work and voices one of the lead characters in the upcoming Pixar film "Up." 
You know, you may be thinking of how you used to be younger, tighter, and more sexually desirable- BUT! Did you ever realize we all get old and sad looking?? 
Even the sexiest of us- turn gray, wrinkly, and fall prey to the thrall of Cheetos brand snack foods. Now you may be saying, "Hey! At least they had their glory days!" Ah, BUT! Do you think it's easier to look in the mirror and see the ravages of time on your once gorgeous face that made others swoon- or do you think it's easier to look in the mirror and think to yourself, "Well, I always looked like shit." I believe the latter.
Dear John Goodman, 
Honorable Mention: Roseanne Reruns!
"Roseanne" was one of the all-time best sitcoms ever- and is really just as hilarious and fresh- and VITAL today as ever. How long has it been since you've seen a show about REAL POOR PEOPLE?? Not a caricature, or an exploitative 'reality' show? "Roseanne" deserves to be seen again (and most seasons are very affordable on Amazon- $15-$20 a piece).
I must say watching the Connors struggles makes me feel MUCH BETTER about being poor and imperfect! Try not feeling like a pile of obese shit while watching "Gossip Girl"- now watch "Roseanne" and feel your self confidence rise!!!! A++++
Rosie has quit her blog (at rosie.com)!!! No! I hope she continues to work and get her opinions out there somehow. Don't give up, Ro!
