When spring semester ended, I entered that wonder gap of "free time" between grading work and planning for summer classes. It was "my time." And I enjoyed it. I have been catching up on shows I DVR'd and books I started to read but never finished.
For TV shows, I still have to watch the last few episodes of season 1 of "The Good Wife." I couldn't avoid all the promos, so I know a little of what will happen. I did catch up on "How I Met Your Mother" and "The Big Bang Theory." Both are so funny, and I am looking forward to new seasons in the fall. I watched "Chuck" and continue to be impressed with the writers' ability to weave multiple story lines and keep the show funny, fresh, action-packed, and a little romantic too. "Glee" has not wrapped season 1 yet; I still love to watch the drama and musical numbers. Yes, I watched the "Idol" finale. It was a bit overdone, but I saw the season through and was fine with Lee taking the title. And I did watch "Celebrity Apprentice." I admire the editors of that show. They don't give too much away, but kept me watching till Donald said, "You're Hired!" to Brett Michaels. It's great to see him bouncing back after his multiple health problems.
Now we are transitioning into summer TV viewing. What used to be Re-run Time has become a great place for reality TV and some Cable TV scripted shows. What am I looking forward to watching. Well, here is my list:
1. "Hell's Kitchen" (after a few episodes I may lose interest, but I do enjoy watching Gordon slam these chefs).
2. "Burn Notice" (a fave spy show--I would love to see "Chuck" meet up with "Michael Weston.")
3. "The Next Food Network Star"
4. "Drop Dead Diva" (yes, I DVR'd the marathon of season 1 on Sunday and have been re-watching them to prepare for season 2 which starts this Sunday).
5. "The Closer" (TNT played with me by showing a few episodes during the winter. I am ready for a full season).
6. Warehouse 13--part history, part action, part mystery and crime, great characters. SyFy has a hit with this show.
Along with teaching classes, cooking, shopping, and house projects, my summer TV shows will keep me busy. What are your favorite summer shows?
