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You'll have to excuse me - I get a little flustered when Clay unexpectedly screams "Hey Y'All!" at me from the OFC. Yah for Kimmel on Monday! I usually attempt to go to bed for awhile before the Clay's late night appearances, but I normally am too anxious to sleep. Celebrity baby shower coverage on The Insider? Unless Clay's announcing that Sweater Girl really is knocked up and that he's the baby daddy, can't say I really care. Not that I won't be watching and downloading, mind you.... I can't believe you all turned my lovely little idea of giving away one of Clay's JBT accessories in the next OFC contest into some kind of tawdy strip show. I'm shocked and appalled. [If any part of this post annoys you, I'm blaming it on an Admin edit by Couch Tomato.]

And the regular posters on the FCA board will get first crack at ordering that special edition pin, right?

Huh, wonder what every single person on buzztechie's Christmas list will be getting this year? HaHa! [tm Aiken Omnimedia Productions Enterprises Incorporated]

You guys are killing me with all these great pins! Either of the metallic backgrounds is okay with me, and the Good News pin is really beautiful. My Paypal account is all locked and loaded, ready to shoot funds your way whenever you start taking orders. I may have to start a second bulletin board to display just the holiday pins!

txflwrgrl, I hope you are safe and sound down there in Texas - hugs to you. I don't anticipate making it to a JNT show either, as I'm not really willing to drive across the state to get to the Cincinnati show. [I know, I'm a slacker and a bad Clay fan!] Anyway, I don't even question any more if there will be Clack, it's more a question of how much there will be. And of course, a question of how the penguins will be incorporated into the Christmas extravaganza..... Switching gears a bit, I watched the finale of Dancing with the Stars last night, even though I hadn't been following the show. [The things I do for the Aiken, sheesh....] Man, that didn't even come up to the level of Velveeta. More like Cheez Whiz - a processed, cheeselike substitute. Kelly Monaco doesn't seem to be much of an actress, 'cause she had a serious bitch face when she lost. I'm curious to see how Clay's Insider coverage turns out - Revenge of the Second Place Finisher, perhaps?

HOLY CRAP! I didn't even think about that Couchie! Of course, the blue Aladdin premiere shirt would work much better with my skin tone, and since I would never take off said shirt if I owned it, I will regretfully leave the beautiful orange shirt to you.

Based on the interest in Clay's tux auction, I would luuuurve to see the OFC give away some item from the JBT in the next online contest. How great would it be to get a chance at winning the leather jacket - not that that's ever going to happen. Even the checked hat or the stripey vest would be cool to have.

I am enjoying the little Clack hits every day – thanks for posting downloads. My sister called me on Tuesday to make sure I knew Clay was on The Insider. [No, really? I had no idea!] The suit auction thing impressed her, so I also told her about the $15,000 handprints. She is very sloowwwly buying into the whole Clay thing. Resistance is futile!! So, how high do we think the cufflinks are going to go? I have a home equity line that is just sitting there, ready to be tapped for emergencies…….

EEEEEEEEEE! for The Insider! Just saw the screencaps, and can't wait for the video. And the OFC says Clay will be on ET and The Insider every night this week but Thursday!!!!! So, is the video up yet? Refresh, refresh, refresh....

Clay makes a couple of brief appearances in the "Housewives on the RedCarpet" video here, from The Insider site.

From USA Today's blog: From zap2it:

Waves to bonniemeadow! Bwah - now that's how to make an entrance into FCA. I just got in and am catching up on the Emmy stuff. Those pictures - HOLY CRAP! Is there a color that man doesn't look gorgeous wearing! I love it when the Clay Nation loses its mind, and just gives in to the total fangirlyness!!! I expect there to be a world-wide shortage of exclamation points by midnight!!!! I can't stop posting!!!! EEEEEEE!!!!

Sweater Girl on a ship with 500 jealous Clay fans? Do you think she looks like she would be a strong swimmer? [Ooops. Splash. "I swear, the deck was wet, and she just slipped..."]

HPPY BIRTHDY ldyjocelyn! I'm a little perturbed - Monday Night Football is starting at 7:30 this week, pre-empting Monday''s all-important edition of The Insider in my market. CRAP! Here's hoping the Clack gets posted to the public sites quickly [coughFCAcough], because I've been unsuccessly wrestling with yousendits, megauploads, and rapidshares all week-end. __________________________________________ Reading about Couch Tomato's cruise plans on the previous page gave me an idea. I have read about those specialty cruises, which concentrate on a particular area of interest like foreign films or whatnot. Which of course leads directly to the idea of a Clay Nation cruise. First off, there's not enough anti-anxiety medication in the world to get Mr. Aiken on a boat, surrounded by water and 500 of his most enthusiastic fans, so that's not even a part of this scenario. However, I think we could come up with a number of seminars that would prove educational and fun. A Brief History of the Clay Nation: From "Take" to Blog-mania. Concert Photography and Videography - This would include a special break-out section: "Is that what I think it is?", led by the esteemed spotlightlover and momo, with special guest analyst Jemock. 13.5, 613,000, and Other Significant Numbers in the Clay Nation: hockeydonna and 43dudleyvillas' posts interpreted for the mathematically-impaired. Rhythm-less Nation: Special Guest Jacob works with the funk-free fans on finding the beat, and if time permits, mastering the Running Man. Water, Water Everywhere: The importance of re-hydration after extensive drooling, licking, and crying over Clack. No Tree Nuts!: Cooking for Clay without killing him. Attendance is mandatory for all fans from the Pacific Northwest, who have apparently tried to poison Clay in the past. Concert Etiquette: Clay knows you love him, so STFU already. WWJD: All About Love, You Were There, Good News, and When Doves Cry - One of these things is not like the other. What other seminars would interest you?

Clay's new blog entry is just too funny - I was getting a "The dog ate my homework" vibe off of it. I'm glad to know he has the same fumble-finger typing skills as some of the rest of us, and then can't figure out how to fix his post. A hint for you Clay: When you are doing long posts, compose them in your word processing program, and then you can edit and spell-check your comments before you copy them over into your blog. And next time, try to include some more penguin content, 'kay?

Waves all around! Lurved The Insider Clack. Do we not have the cutest boyfriend ever?! I will admit to the tiniest amount of disappointment that Clay has regressed back to the whole untucked shirt thing with his suit jacket. txflwgrl, as the wardrobe person, can you have a word with Mr. Aiken about this? I would expect to see Clay again on The Insider tonight with more pre-Emmy stuff. AWooo Hooo!!! Lurkers: Seriously, get over here and start posting! After over two years of lurking around the edges of the Clay Nation, I made the determination I was going to get in on the action from the very beginning at this new board, and it's been a lot of fun. I know nobody in real life that shares my Clay obsession, so obviously I need an outlet for the craziness. Everybody has different Clay experiences and perspectives, and I'm anxious to hear more of them. Just take a deep breathe, and hit the Submit button! Off to check out the new pin design!! eta: I kept reading the discussion in other places about Clay's Kenneth Cole suit for the Emmies. It's not going to be a suit!! It's the freakin' Emmy Awards Red Carpet!!! It will be a TUXEDO!!!!! [Hopefully not with the red-splotched GMA tuxedo shirt though. That might be a little too "funky" for the room!]

bottlecap wanders into FCA, smirking: Guess what? Getting no response bottlecap clears her throat, and says again: Hey, guess what? buzztechie to Skatejoy: So is somebody going to ask what, or not? Skatejoy: Well, I'm still mad over the hayseed comment from the other day, so I'm not talking to her. [Pokes KAndre.] KAndre: Pffffttt. I'm busy with my World Domination plans, and I haven't been here in weeks. I'm not asking. bottlecap: Aww, c'mon somebody, guess! Pin Thread Posters: Do you have Baltimore Crabby pins to trade? bottlecap: Ummm, no. Pin Thread Posters: Then we don't care. Lurkers: mumble, mumble, mumble. bottlecap: I can't hear you. Don't make me quote Mr. Aiken, cause I'll go all "Use Your Voice" on ya if I have to. Lurker One: We think you're scary. Lurker Two: And you have a weird obsession with penguins. Lurker Three: If we talk, you'll put us in a skit. bottlecap: Oops, too late - I already did - hahaha. Couch Tomato: This has gone on long enough - what? bottlecap: You're supposed to guess. Couch Tomato: I guess you'll have to find somewhere else to post your little "skits" once I ban your butt from FCA. bottlecap: Uh, okay. I'm sure you'll all be happy to hear I finally received my order from the Clique online store today. Ansa: I came all the way over from the pin gallery for this? bottlecap: Yeah, aren't you happy for me? What about you txflwrgrl, my skit writing buddy? txflwrgrl: Hey, don't drag me into this. I don't want to be associated with this mess. My recommendation as a writer? Do some heavy editing and wrap this sucker up. bottlecap: Okay. [Cues ldyjocelyn] ldyjocelyn cartwheels in, in full hoochy cheerleader mode: Hey check out this hip-hop routine I just choreographed to "Don't Save It All for Christmas Day" - whoooah!!!! diamondjake2001 from the backyard: Watch out for the water on the floor - I had to clean up after the stupid penguin yet again... The End - cue the sound of scroll bars. _____________________________________________ Couchie, I think Karma is extracting her price for your M&G. She's telling you it's time to publicly acknowledge the nature of your relationship with your pasty white boyfriend. I hope you have your Emmy dress picked out. By the way, how cute was Clay on The Insider tonight? And did you see him with the posters of Jennifer Garner and the Desperate Housewives? Hummm, I seem to recall a skit with those characters in it....

EEEEEEEE! for the Emmy thing actually happening! Good thing I'm not in charge of booking Clay's gigs, because that is not something I would ever have thought of him doing. I wonder if the whole "Emmy Idol" theme on the show itself led the ET and The Insider people to think of Clay, or if Clay's management initiated the co-hosting thing. Anyway, besides the coverage on The Insider tonight, I would expect promos tomorrow and through the weekend. Plus "Scrubs" tonight! Wheeee! eta: Or not. Looks like the 9:00 episode of "Scrubs" got knocked out by Bush's speech, and the 9:30 episode is not Kenny's. Rats!

Sorry about that - GBB is a moderator at the Clackhouse. She put that series of pictures together. Isn't our boyfriend just the cutest thing ever? Is anybody watching "All My Children" live who can post some updates here? Couch Tomato, if the segment isn't too long, can FCA post the video? [i finally caught on to the fact you changed your screen name to Clay's spelling. Do we have to have a little talk about allowing a man to define your identity, Ms. Tomato? ]

From TWoP: Here is a link to an update about the American Idol Best and Worst of Seasons 1 - 4 DVDs. Looks like they are scheduled to be released on November 22.

Great blog entry, couchie! And I hear yah about trying to keep a lid on the depth of the Clay obsession in front of the family. Has Sis Tomato let you live it down yet?

Clay quickly revived his entourage with whispers of “Breathe for me, honey” and lingering hugs. Everyone takes their places on the red carpet, and Clay is micced up. He shakes hands with his co-host Pat O’Brien, but turns down POB’s offer of a quick vodka tonic before the interviews begin. First up is the cast of "Desperate Housewives". After a rather nasty scuffle that involved some serious jostling, a little foul language, several whispered threats, Nicolette Sheridan “accidentally” exposing herself (twice), and a spiked heel to Terri Hatcher’s instep, a pose is finally selected and pictures are taken. Clay has a few words with the ladies, and declines to accept Eva Longoria’s hotel room key. Clay meets Ellen Degeneres. Apparently he’s been practicing since the end of the JBT, because he breaks out a perfect version of the Running Man, and they spend a few minutes grooving along together. Elsewhere on the red carpet, JJ Abrams seems to be dropping hints that the mystery hatch on “Lost” might just contain the tapes of Clay’s “Moon River” performance from the PTL interview, along with a full version of the Kimmel “Kyrie”. The Clay Nation buzzes over the hints, debates their authenticity, but a makes a note to set their TiVos and VCRs, just in case. Jennifer Garner, despite being pregnant and married, slips Clay her phone number and waddles sadly away, mouthing the words, “Call me”, and plainly regretting some recent life choices. [Seriously, honey, you gave up Michael freaking Vartan for that bloated and kinda greasy looking has-been former J-Lo dater Ben Affleck? Even Britney Spears Federline is looking at you and saying, “Damn, girl, you can do better.”] Farther up the red carpet, Jennifer Garner’s interview with Kathy Griffin does not go well. Despite being pregnant, Garner has kept up with her martial arts training, and delivers a stunning roundhouse kick to Griffin’s jaw. Nobody blames Garner and she is whisked away for a reviving snack of milk and cookies. Griffin remains unconscious for some time, and sustains multiple stiletto wounds while she lays on the red carpet. Clay temporarily loses his cool over his chance to the cast of “The West Wing”, his favorite show ever. After the meeting, Clay has to take a moment, and is heard to say: “I know a met them but I can’t remind anything about it. Did someone get a picture?” [Sound familiar M&G’ers?] The producers of “Scrubs” take the opportunity to pitch an multi-episode story arc for Kenny in the upcoming season. Matt Groening wants Clay for an episode of “The Simpsons”, and reminds Clay of the list of artists that have already done the show as themselves: U2, REM, the Rolling Stones, and Phish. When the producers of “Will & Grace” bring up the possibility of a cameo, Clay politely suggests they call his agent, and then gives them a phony number. [Seriously, was that show ever funny? And it still gets an Emmy nod three years past it’s “sell by” date?] The Emmy show itself was like it always is: long and boring, with occasionally amusing dresses. A rumor circulates through the audience that Donald Trump and William Shatner had a yooge catfight backstage. A collective “Eww” is issued at the thought of toupees flying everywhere as middle aged paunches collide. The show is finally over, and after prying Jennifer Garner off his ankles, Clay and company get back into the white stretch limo and head out. The evening ends with a late night stop at Krispy Kreme. As it turns out, all the lights in Hollywood are no match for the warm glow of a “Hot Now” sign. Sigh.

Can I get a big old YEE HAW for txflwrgrl. I can see that scene clearly in my head, and by the way the Manolos I'm wearing are fabulous!!! And who knew you could find a diamond-studded collar for a penguin? Only in Hollywood! I just saw GBB's compilation of the before and after Kenneth Cole collar pictures - how funny is that series? Do you think Mr. Cole and Clay had a little discussion about V-neck undershirts?

ldyjocelyn, you can be whatever you want to be in this little corner of cyberspace. You might even be able to track done that missing "a" from your screen name if you so desire. Do I need Clay content here? So, how 'bout that Emmy rumor? That just cries out for a skit. [Oh, stop whining, you can just scroll when and if it gets posted.]

bottlecap makes a note to include ldyjocelyn in the next skit as the resident cheerleader. lj, do you see yourself in the traditional pleated skirt outfit, or as one of those midriff baring, rumping shaking, hoochy dancing types? txflwrgrl will need to know so she can design your costume.