saturday 9

Somewhere Over Laredo

Unfamiliar with this week's song? Hear it here.

1) In this song, Laney Wilson namechecks Tito's Vodka. Is there a product you you are very brand loyal to? (It doesn't have to be liquor. Maybe you always reach for Dawn Dishwashing Liquid, even if another soap is on sale.) my loyalties lie with Dawn dish soap, Bounty paper towels, and Wen cleansing conditioner

 

2) The lyrics start with her in a window seat on a flight out of Houston. Do you prefer the window or the aisle? window, please!

 

3) She's dreaming of rodeo nights with the guy she loves. If you could spend this evening with anyone at all, anywhere at all, where would you go and who would be with you? my bestie and I attended a Literacy Tea fundraiser and it was what I would pick and the company I would pick

 

4) Lainey is from Baskin, LA, population 200. Do you prefer big cities or small towns? small towns preferably near cities

 

5) There's a Netflix documentary about Lainey called Keepin' Country Cool. What show have you recently streamed? Ted Lasso

 

6) This week's song borrows liberally from "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," so much so that "Rainbow" songwriters Harold Arlen and Yip Harburg receive credit. "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" is the most beloved song from The Wizard of Oz. Can you name another? "If I Only Had A Brain"

 

7) In 2025, when this song was popular, more patients took advantage of telehealth than ever before. Have you ever had a virtual doctor visit? yes, and the doctor told me to go to the ER immediately

 

8) Also in 2025, smart home technology was integrated into more new home construction. Do you use smart devices to automate your lights, thermostat, or doorbell? my household is dumb--not a smart device in control

 

9) Random question – On which day are you happier: a) the day you take off on vacation or b) the day you return home from your trip? that's a good question--I love the anticipation but I equally love coming home