Ben Wilder

American Idol – The Performance Almost Ruined by a Drag Queen

If you’ve been keep up with American Idol, you’re aware contestants just made it to Hollywood where the stage and the chances of getting eliminated got bigger, that is if judges stick by their made up rules. This week, Katy Perry didn’t mock anyone like she did previously, so that’s good. We got a two-ferContinue reading “American Idol – The Performance Almost Ruined by a Drag Queen”

American Idol – Top 5 Hollywood Performances

I have to start off by saying that I’m fully rooting for Fire. OK, yes American Idol has manipulated me just like they wanted but if anyone needs a “win,” it’s her. She’s scrappy and clawing her way to a better life for herself and her daughter. How can we not be on the sidelinesContinue reading “American Idol – Top 5 Hollywood Performances”

Chewacla State Park camping – Auburn, Alabama

Most of my camping trips center around exploring nature whether it’s rivers, lakes, ocean, wildlife, or hiking through forests. And before I admit this weekend trip to Chewacla State Park in Auburn, Alabama was NOT centered around those things, the park is actually pretty good for that kind of thing, as far as I canContinue reading “Chewacla State Park camping – Auburn, Alabama”

Ford “Men’s Only” Explorer Ad – Not An April Fool’s Joke

Even though Women’s History Month is now literally history, I thought this commercial from Ford was worth writing about. Ford released this satirical commercial last month (which technically makes it a March fool’s joke 🤪) advertising an Explorer manufactured WITHOUT all the parts invented by women. Take a look then scroll down for more info…Continue reading “Ford “Men’s Only” Explorer Ad – Not An April Fool’s Joke”

Me, a male roller skater at 44 years old

If you would’ve told me last year that I’d be roller skating a few times per week I would’ve shrugged and said, “You must be on the crack.” And yet here I am, 44 years old, rocking Chaya roller skates and South Bay Board Company skate pads. To tell you the truth, I LOVE skating.Continue reading “Me, a male roller skater at 44 years old”