ONE SIMPLE QUESTION

I never had any interest in American Idol and passed up on the first four series. Despite the fact that it seemed as if FOX's hit show had captivated most of the rest of America, watching a talent contest was not my idea of how to spend a relaxing evening.

Then I actually watched a show while I was with my son and daughter-in-law last January ... and I was hooked. To be honest, once it got to the real competition stage I wasn't totally riveted, but the auditions have got to be one of the funniest things on television.

I just have one simple question, Who on earth told some of these people they could sing? And maybe one more question, Why didn't someone tell them the truth before Simon and Co did?

Mind you, I'm glad they weren't put off by family and friends because then I'd be reduced to watching reruns of Law & Order tonight!