Keba_Arnold's Blog

I have to say driving in Boston is truly daunting, especially for out of towners, like myself. One ways, several different streets with the same name, or even better, no street signs at all, rotaries, construction, traffic, pedestrians...I could go on forever! Good thing for me, when I'm working my photographer, Keith, always drives and I just ride...but if I had to get behind the wheel...oh, boy I may not make it to my target destination, at least, certainly not on time!

So, with that in mind, we wanted to see who or what could navigate the streets of Boston better, a long time Boston Cabbie or a handy, dandy GPS?! You've really got to check out my story, if you've missed it tonight you can watch it online. You may be surprised by the outcome...I won't give it away. But I have to say, while a GPS may solve some of your problems...it won't solve them all. And quite frankly...public transportation might be the best choice anyway.

I'd love to hear from you guys...do you drive in Boston, or do you try to stay as far as possible from the city? Does driving in the city get better with time or will it always be confusing?

For those of you who have already seen my story, what do you think about our little experiment...what would you choose, a cab or a GPS??

~Keba

OK guys, so what do you think about the Top 12? I have to say I'm a bit surprised that Danny and Asia'h were sent home. I think Asia'h has a beautiful power voice. And Danny, what personality! And I think he can sing!

Oh well, all of them must go except one.

So, the Top 12 just made it to the red carpet and, of course, there are a million flash bulbs going off. Photographers are going crazy!

Plenty of smiles here as these 12 know they've just accomplished something pretty big. The red carpet is set in a fancy tent right outside of Wolfgang Puck's fabulous restaurant!

And it is completely decked out with all things Idol. Totally cool, I'm talking white leather couches, comfy plush seats with white fur, flat screens everywhere, sparkling decorations hanging from the ceiling and all the food and drinks you could ever want ... non-alcoholic for me, of course.)

I'll say American Idol has truly taken it to another level. These contestants are already being treated like celebrities!

So, do you have a prediction?

I'm not sure yet, but I think a guy will take home the coveted prize!

Hi Everyone!

I'm here in Hollywood and in just a few hours we will all know who made it to the Top 12!

Right now, I'm at Wolfgang Puck's Restaurant where the Red Carpet is and where some major celebrating will go on tonight!

With just hours left, crews are running around here busy making sure everything is as it should be. The setup is a production all its self. So much goes into making sure everything is just right!

Now, here's what will happen. After the show, the Top 12 contestants, the judges, and other celebrities will make their way over to the red carpet, do some interviews, mingle and of course have a great time!

And for me, it's absolutely wonderful to be here. I'm loving every second of it! As some of you may know, I'm from the LA area, so it's great to be home, even if it's only for a few days.

That's all for now...more after the show! Keba

Hi guys, it’s Keba here from sunny and warm California. I just got here a few hours ago. It’s absolutely awesome!

As you Idol fans know, it’s a big week for Idol.

By this time tomorrow, we will know who made it to the Top 12. And what a journey it has been for these guys and gals.

Be sure to catch my live report from the Red Carpet tomorrow night. And stay tuned for plenty of pictures I’ll be posting on my blog so you can get a glimpse of what’s it’s like to be here!

So, I’m wondering, who are your favorites so far?

For me, I’ve got my eyes on Danny Noriega and David Archiletta. But out of nowhere, David Cook really surprised me with his amazing rendition of “Hello.”

And on the girls side, I think Brooke and Carly will go far.

More soon. I’d love to hear from you ...

Sitting here in the parking lot after the game, reality hasn't really set in yet.

With a perfect so far, even talks of the parade, it really seemed like a no-brainer.  Inside the stadium, during the game, the atmosphere was electric and tense.  It was something new for Patriots fans, a low score, Tom Brady definitely not on his A-Game, and Eli Manning on point.  You really have to give credit to the Giants defense, holding the usual high-scoring Pats to just 14 points.

After the game it was a real challenge for me.  Understandably, the fans did not want to talk.  I had to do some coaxing, I had to say I was from FOX25 in Boston, and I was finally able to squeeze out a few words from them.

To sum it up.... shock, devastation, disbelief.  Fans really had no idea what went wrong.

As we pack up here and head back home, in the end most of the fans I talked to said the Pats have nothing to be ashamed, they're still an awesome team.

On my last night here in Glendale, I look back at all I've experienced all week long - moments where I wanted to pull my hair out, other times laughing so hard my stomach hurt... what an experience, what a time, what a game.

See you back home real soon.

Keba

The day is here! No more talking, it's time to play the game!! Kickoff is just a few hours away. The pre-game show is in full swing!

So, we're already here at the stadium and the parking lot is filling up with fans. You can actually feel the excitement in the air!! And not just with the fans, but amongst us media folks, we are all pumped up and ready for this! I've been here since Monday, and everything has led up to this day, Super Bowl XLII...and the possibility of actually seeing history being made is huge!!!

More Soon!!
Keba