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Who should play Christian Grey?

Yes, I am OBSESSED with Fifty Shades of Grey. I'm already onto the second book, Fifty Shades Darker and I'm hooked.

There are rumors a movie may be in the making. That would be great, but wouldn't they have to rate it NC-17?

Everytime I read the book all I pictured was Ryan Gosling as Christina Grey. But now that I'm reading it a SECOND time, I picture Max Irons. Not sure yet, who I would cast as Anastasia Steele. But I'd love to see Sharon Stone as Mrs. Robinson.

Who would you cast? Apparently I'm not that far off, check out this article, by clicking here.


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04/16/2012 3:09PM
Christian Grey
Tyler Hoechlin for sure!!!
04/16/2012 3:30PM
Chirstian Grey
Chris Hemsworth or Alex Pettyfer
04/16/2012 10:20PM
Christian grey
Henry cavill!!! He already has the grey eyes!!! So ruggedly hot and strong looking! Check out his sex scenes from the tudors he has got it down.
04/16/2012 11:38PM
christian grey
HANDS DOWN Ryan Gosling. He would perfectly capture the role! And he is already eye candy
04/17/2012 3:48AM
Christian Grey
Alex Pettyfer, no doubt in my mind!!! It would be more realistic and exciting to see someone not as well known as someone like Ryan Gosling play this role.
04/17/2012 12:45PM
Who should play Christian Grey?
Please look at Tyler Hoechlin!! This is definitely Christian! Absolutely perfect!!!!
04/17/2012 2:12PM
Who should play Chirstian Grey
Jessie Pavelka.....look him up on imdb.com what a hottie
04/17/2012 4:12PM
Christian & Ana
Alex Pettyfer and Lily Collins!!!!
04/17/2012 4:22PM
Christian Grey
Matthew mcconaughey
04/18/2012 12:32AM
Christian Grey
WE NEED A FRESH FACE!! AARON JOHNSON ALL THE WAY!!! HE IS SMOKIN'...TRUE STORY!!
04/18/2012 3:44PM
No doubt about it- RYAN GOSLINE
Ryan Gosling with question. Ana should be played by the girl who played Kevin Costner's daughter in Mr. Brooks.
04/18/2012 4:38PM
Christian Grey
Channing Tatum!
04/18/2012 4:39PM
Ana
Lily Collins
04/18/2012 6:44PM
Christian Grey
Should be played by Colin Egglesfield!! He has the complete look and has this innocent twinkle in his eye that is so C.G.
04/19/2012 1:50AM
Who should play Chirstian Grey
Matt Bomer or Christian Bale
04/20/2012 2:18AM
CHRISTIAN GREY
ALEX PETTYFER! Look at him! He's the perfect young, handsome and boyish Christian Grey!
04/20/2012 2:23AM
Alex Pettyfer should play Christian Grey
He can pull of a 27-year old Christian Grey in a suit and even more when stripped! His upcoming movie with Channing Tatum in Magic Mike makes it a perfect training as a Dom.
04/20/2012 10:10AM
christian grey
Please it has to be Eddie Cibrian,
04/20/2012 10:47AM
Matt Bomer
Matt Bomer would be the best Christian Grey! Perfect http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbTiaTFECN0&feature=youtube_gdata_player http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVbqPyFgfZY&feature=youtube_gdata_player
04/20/2012 2:00PM
Alex Pettyfer
ALEX PETTYFER!!!!!!
04/20/2012 2:06PM
Alex Pettyfer
When I read the book he's the first person that popped in my head when the character was described. And he's hot n just has the Christian look. Oh i hope they get him..He looks the right age...some of the other guys look way past 30!
04/20/2012 2:52PM
Christian Bale!!!!!!!!!!!!
Christian Bale!!!!!!!!!!!!
04/20/2012 6:19PM
RYAN GOSLING!!!!!!!!!
HANDS DOWN THE ONLY ONE I CAN SEE PLAYING CHRISTIAN !!!!!
04/21/2012 10:56AM
it has to be
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04/21/2012 10:57AM
ryan gosling
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04/21/2012 11:19AM
In my mind...
I keep picturing Michael Fassbender! HOT!
04/21/2012 12:43PM
Christian Grey
RYAN PHILLIPPE
04/21/2012 5:05PM
christian grey
Alex O"Laughlin
04/23/2012 7:55AM
Christian Grey.....ummmmm
Definitely Henry Cavill!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
04/23/2012 10:09AM
Who should play Christian Grey
George Clooney!!! I know he is older but I think this is who the character is based on...Think about it. Those eyes, that body, commitment phobia....it is Clooney!
04/23/2012 11:23AM
My Choice for Christian Gray
Honestly, when I started reading the books I didn't have a clue as to who should play the part of Christian Gray. Then one day I was watching a new show on abc called, GCB. The minute I saw this man, Eric Winter, I immediately thought of Christian Gray. At the time I didn't know who this guy was so I went on IMDB.com and put in the shows name and found him in the list of cast members. He is only scheduled for 5 episodes but he so fits the part (minus the Texas accent of course), at least in my eyes!
04/23/2012 12:41PM
my Christian Grey
no other than Ryan Phillippe!!!
04/23/2012 1:09PM
Christian Grey
Alex Pettyfer
04/23/2012 3:49PM
Christian Grey is
Ryan Phillippe!! I cannot believe there are other contenders out there.
04/23/2012 9:31PM
Christain Grey
Armie Hammer should play Christain Grey! He's tall, the right age, and he's HOT!!
04/23/2012 9:40PM
MATT BOMER IS THE PERFECT CHRISTIAN GREY!
Hes just so perfect!
04/24/2012 9:04AM
Mr Grey
I think Ian Somerholder is a great Mr Grey. I also think Alexander Skarsgard would be a great fit.
04/24/2012 9:35AM
Christian Grey
Alexander Skarsgard from Trueblood. Fantastic!
04/24/2012 10:10AM
Mrs Grey
Matt Bomer all the way!
04/24/2012 1:55PM
Christian Grey
Henry Cavill or Ian Somerhalder!
04/24/2012 6:35PM
Ana Steele
I wanna be Ana Steele! Where can I audition!
04/24/2012 7:18PM
Ana steele
DEFINATELY Alexis Bledel!!
04/24/2012 7:32PM
Christian Grey
I can definitely see Paul Wesley play Christian. He's got the copper colored hair and the dark brooding eyes. Definit fit. But Ian somerhalder is good too. Absolutely not robert pattison or Kristen stewart in this movie. It would ruin it!
04/24/2012 8:51PM
Chrisitan Grey
William Levy without a doubt should play Christian Grey! He is so sexy.
04/24/2012 8:52PM
Anastasia Steele
Lily Collins!
04/24/2012 8:58PM
Christian Grey
Definately Matt Bomer!
04/25/2012 7:50AM
Aaron Johnson
for Christian Grey hands down!
04/25/2012 9:44AM
Christian Grey
Bradley Cooper!! Bradley Cooper!!!
04/25/2012 11:31AM
Christian Grey
Matt Bomer would be a perfect Christian Grey.
04/25/2012 2:48PM
Christian Grey
No Pattinson!!! Not nearly sexy enough! I say Alex Pettyer or Channing Tatum
04/25/2012 6:45PM
Notunderage
Wes Brown. Will somebody please look at him (Scandal, True Blood Season 2, Criminal Minds, Private Practice, soon to be on Desperate Housewives (finale), he has the looks, he has the bod, he has it.
04/25/2012 8:12PM
Christian Grey....
Ian Somerhalder!! He's perfect! Beautiful!!
04/25/2012 11:47PM
Matt Bomer
Christen grey = Matt Bomer
04/26/2012 2:15AM
Aaron Johnson!!
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Aaron-Johnson-for-Christian-Grey/160896104037529
04/26/2012 2:17AM
Aaron Johnson
Aaron Johnson for SURE!!!!! Everyone else is too old or too mainstream or too bad of an actor!!
04/26/2012 4:02PM
Christian grey
William levy!!!!!!!!
04/27/2012 10:50AM
chace crawford
Chace Crawford would be great hes young, hot & has those eyes
04/27/2012 2:50PM
christian gray
gilles marini
04/27/2012 2:52PM
CHRISTIAN GREY
Gilles Marini should play Christian Grey. He is sexy & has a seductive look to him as well!
04/27/2012 9:10PM
Who should play Christian Grey
Definitely Max Irons!
04/28/2012 7:52PM
Christian and Anastasia
Chris Hemsworth and Olivia Wilde
04/28/2012 8:11PM
Christian and Ana
Zac Efron and Emma Stone
04/28/2012 10:35PM
Christian Grey
Jessie Pavelka
04/29/2012 3:10AM
christian grey
ARMIE HAMMER!
04/29/2012 3:11AM
christian
armie hammer
04/29/2012 1:11PM
Christian
Definitely Ian Somerhalder.
04/29/2012 1:24PM
MR. FIFTY SHADES...
Christian Grey needs to be played by an actor that is not over exposed at the moment. The actor's real life cannot interfere with the story or the film. I wish they'd make this into an HBO or Showtime series instead of a feature film; then they would better cover more details from book. Top choices for Christian should be: 1) Colin Egglesfield; 2) Henry Cavil; 3) Michael Fassbender. All with good acting chops, handsome, and incredibly sexy. Manly men!!
04/30/2012 6:44PM
Kellan is Christian
Should be Kellan hot as hell and can pull of the CEO look and the sexy look. Also has the ability to look like an innocent helpless child.
05/01/2012 10:05AM
Have you seen William Levy?
William Levy is who I imagine...... :)
05/01/2012 10:05AM
WILLIAM LEVY
Look at his pictures: he has the exact look that CHRISTIAN GREY has..the seductive look, height, body, etc...it's too dang perfect!
05/01/2012 10:06AM
seriously...WILLIAM LEVY, duh!
He's the perfect example of Christian Grey. Not even an argument.
05/01/2012 11:20AM
Who should play Christian Gray
Zach Efon...who else...
05/01/2012 1:02PM
OMG...Chris Evans PLEASE!
How does no one see this man as super fine & perfect for this role! Yum!
05/01/2012 5:07PM
Christian Grey
Chris Pine is divine!
05/01/2012 5:12PM
Top 3 for Christian Grey
Matt Bomer...Josh Kloss...Ian Somerhalder...in that order
05/01/2012 5:16PM
JAMES SCOTT = THE PERFECT CHRISTIAN GREY
JAMES SCOTT FROM DAYS OF LIVES!! SERIOUSLY!! GOOGLE HIM.
05/01/2012 5:18PM
JAMES SCOTT = THE PERFECT CHRISTIAN GREY
JAMES SCOTT FROM DAYS OF OUR LIVES!! SERIOUSLY!! GOOGLE HIM.
05/01/2012 6:19PM
Only 2 choices
Christian has to be Christian Bale or Aleksander Skarsgaard. I realize they are older than the character as written, but all the younger actors mentioned just won't tap into their dark sides as well as these two....
05/01/2012 6:29PM
Who should be Christian Grey?
Definitely William Levy! That is who I pictured while reading the books. He definitely has the looks and the body!!
05/01/2012 10:13PM
Christian Grey
Definitely Matt Bomer or Henry Cavill!!!
05/02/2012 7:19AM
Christian Grey
Alex Pettyfer --- keep in mind Christian's age which is 27....too many of the names previously mentioned are too old!!
05/02/2012 1:56PM
Christian Grey
If it is going to be an exact definition of what the book describes it has to be Ian Somerhalder check him out in Lost available in Netflix. Robert Pattinson-not even close. I respect his work specially in Harry Potter but this role is not for him.
05/02/2012 9:55PM
Christian
ALEX PETTYFER...IMDB HIM!!! BALE,GOSLING,SKARSGRARD AND SOMERHOLDER WAY TOO OLD!!!!!!!
05/03/2012 10:21AM
Christian should be...
Chace Crawford: Copper haired, Grey eyes beauty AND the right age too!
05/03/2012 1:34PM
christian
has to be armie hammer the eyes the hair the bod lol
05/03/2012 3:22PM
Grey
Wentworth miller or Channing tatum!!!!
05/03/2012 3:40PM
Chriistian
Armie Hammer is perfect......perfect height, body, eyes and voice!!! It's a no brainier!!!
05/03/2012 7:47PM
Christian should be this guy:
IAN SOMERHALDER!
05/03/2012 11:05PM
Christian Grey
Chris Hemsworth definitely, he has the build and the look .....some of you have no idea that you are casting guys that are not good looking enough or big enough....he has to be built. Some guys mentioned are cute but wimpy....come on people read the book more carefully!
05/04/2012 12:27PM
Christian Grey
Jesse Metcalf ... Hands down.
05/04/2012 7:59PM
Christian and Ana
The only one who is drop dead handsome enough to play Christian is Ian Sommerhalder. Ryan Gosling...please. He isn't good looking enough. Christian is supposed to be able to turn the heads of all women. I think Felicity Jones would be a great Ana. I can imagine her biting her lower lip
05/05/2012 9:35PM
Christain Grey
Armie Hammer ftw
05/06/2012 8:14AM
Christian & Anna
Armie Hammer was born to play Christian....aside from his body, looks and height...he was brought up in a very wealthy family. He also has the eyes that could say everything without saying anything!!! Anna should go to Shailene Woodley....she is beautiful....sexy yet has the innocence that is a vital part of who Anna is. These two would make a perfect couple on screen!!
05/07/2012 6:38AM
christian
It has to be colin Egglesfield!!!!!!!!!
05/07/2012 8:07AM
Cam Gigandet
He has everything required to play Fifty.
05/07/2012 10:55AM
Christian Grey
Colin Egglesfield, hands down. No other option.
05/07/2012 9:28PM
Christian Grey
Ryan Phillippe without a doubt should play Christian Grey in the mover!!!
05/07/2012 10:30PM
Christian and Ana
If it were a perfect world definitely Alexander Skarsgard!! or Christian Bale... and Alexis Bledel would play Ana.. but since they're probably going to want younger looking actors i'll stay with Joseph Morgan for Christian and Lily Collins for Ana
05/07/2012 10:34PM
Christian
Ian Somerhalder is too short to play Christian!
05/08/2012 7:37AM
Christian
Colin Egglesfield is too short! Christian is tall!!! Armie Hammer or Chris Hemsworth are perfect!
05/08/2012 8:49AM
Christian
Ryan Gosling Please! After "Crazy Stupid Love" he had my vote the whole time I read the books... But Chris Pine could do a good job I think as well. I'd love to see Sarah Drew (April Kepner on Grey's Anatomy) would be a great choice for Ana. Missi Pyle for Mrs. Robinson/Elena Lincoln Other than that, I dont care who plays what... It's all about Ana and Christian anyways! :)
05/08/2012 4:27PM
Ryan Phillippe is Christian Grey
Enough said
05/08/2012 4:29PM
Christian
Matt Bomer will due
05/09/2012 1:17AM
Who will play Christian Grey
My vote is for Channing Tatum...so strong, so innocent, so sexy! As for Ana, I was thinking Chyler Leigh aka "Lexie Grey"
05/09/2012 1:20PM
Christian
Matt Bomer is gay........come on!
05/09/2012 5:48PM
Christian Grey
Chris Hemsworth. Please, I just see him with darker hair. Him or Ian! One of the two, I love them both. As for Ana....? I don't really see who, and I think that's because I'm a girl and clearly into guys. I mainly focused on Christian, and just read what Ana was saying. Hence why I got the book! Kidding, but the love story is so crazy and hectic that it drew me into reading more. The sex parts were ok, but after a while, I was getting kind of tired of it. But when I realized he had a secret, I needed to find out what it was. Go Chris!
05/09/2012 6:47PM
Paul Wesley or Ian somerhalder
Paul wesley or Ian sumerhalder
05/09/2012 6:51PM
Christian Grey
I don't know any actor that has all the qualities of Christian.....we need the raw sexuality of Mickey Rourke from 9 1/2 Weeks or Johnathan Rhys Meyers from the Tudors.....the charisma of Richard Gere in Pretty Woman....the face of David Beckham orBrad Pitt......the body of Channing Tatum.....none of the twenty something aged actors seem mature enough
05/09/2012 7:54PM
Christian Grey
Christian Grey is definitely Matt Bomer. He has the eyes, the facial structure, the hair. He would be perfect. And Ana needs to be an unknown actress. If it's sosmeone we've seen in an another film we'll always have that old character in mind.
05/09/2012 8:24PM
Christian Grey
Definitely MATT BOMER!!! HE's perfect and absolutely beautiful, wether gay or straight.
05/10/2012 10:59AM
Christian & Ana
Chris Hemsworth and Jennifer Lawrence.......perfect!!!
05/10/2012 6:07PM
Christian Grey
Harry Lloyd
05/10/2012 9:47PM
Christian Grey
When I think Christian Grey, I think strong face and jaw, with gentle features and Chris Hemworth definitely can hold a dreamy stare....
05/11/2012 7:16AM
Christian and Ana
No doubt about it.... Christian and Ana should be played by Channing Tatum and his stunning wife Jenna. On screen they are electric together!!!!
05/11/2012 9:18AM
My Christian Grey
Eugenio Siller
05/11/2012 10:25AM
christian grey
Matt Bomer
05/11/2012 12:38PM
Cast
Christian Grey - my top choice would be Colin Egglesfield Ana Steele - Lyndsy Fonseca
05/11/2012 9:47PM
christian grey
Ryan Phillipe - because of how much i loved him in cruel intentions, he can definitely nail that character. or Rob Lowe because of his piercing eyes and sexy demeanour
05/12/2012 11:01PM
Christian/Ana
Chris Hemsworth and Amanda Seyfried.
05/13/2012 2:00PM
Matt Bomer, Matt Bomer, Matt Bomer-there is no other choice
There is no other choice but Matt Bomer.
05/13/2012 2:14PM
JOE MANGANIELLO
JOE MANGANIELLO - hands down! No one is better looking than him.
05/13/2012 8:57PM
Chris Hemsworth!!!!
Without a doubt Chris Hemsworth bc he can project boyish vulnerability as well as alpha sexy male dominant
05/14/2012 5:01PM
Christian and Ana
Chris Hemsworth and for Ana Daveigh Chase
05/14/2012 5:08PM
Perfect Christian!
Alex Petyfer
05/14/2012 9:52PM
Christian
Jessie Williams (Dr. Avery from Greys anatomy) grow the hair out and put some copper highlights in there....bam!
05/15/2012 2:36AM
end of discussion.
the only person allowed to play christian grey is matt bomer. no one else is acceptable.
05/15/2012 9:45AM
who should play Christian Grey
David Gandy! x
05/15/2012 10:07AM
Christian Grey
Ian Somerhalder - no question!
05/15/2012 3:31PM
Who should play Christian
Eric Bana
05/15/2012 7:38PM
Jessie Pavelka
Jessie Pavelka all theway to play Christian!
05/16/2012 3:44PM
Christian Grey
Matthew Bomer!!!!!!!!
05/16/2012 11:34PM
Matt Bomer as Christian Grey
Matt Bomer all the way, he just has that look, the stance, his whole personality is Christian Grey. Just look at his rugged jaw and that sharp fierce look in his eyes... Mhm definitely Christian Grey!!! Matt Bomer!!!!
05/16/2012 11:39PM
Ana Steele
I'm not gonna lie, I'd love to play Anastasia Steele ;) Especially if Matt Bomer or Ian Somerhalder plays Christian. Who cares if Matt Bomer is gay? He could still easily play the part!
05/17/2012 12:45PM
Mr Grey
AARON JOHNSON! He has the perfect face and age for Mr. Grey.
05/17/2012 2:12PM
Christian Grey
Either Justin Timberlake or Ryan Phillipe.
05/17/2012 2:18PM
Christian Grey
It has to be Henry Cavill!! He is exactly who I pictured while reading..
05/17/2012 2:53PM
Christian Grey should be...
Henry Cavill - OMG PLEASE!!
05/17/2012 2:54PM
Christian Grey
HENRY CAVILL
05/18/2012 2:18PM
who should play Christian Gray
The only one that jumped out at me was W I L L I A M L E V Y, and the reason, I think him, because he's unknown here, he's on dancing w/ the stars, and O M G, WHAT A BOD, he's so humble, and soooooooooooooooooooooooooo pretty; yeshe has an accent, but so what, they have voice trianers in hollywood, think about, he Just picture him with a thick head of black hair, with his fingers running thru it WOW I'm telling you, he's the one
05/18/2012 2:21PM
who should play christian gray
William Levy, thick accent and all, they can give him voice lessons, he's perfect
05/18/2012 2:27PM
who should play christian gray
non other than William Levy, from 'dancing with the stars", yes he has a thick accent, but with voice lessons, that can be corrected
05/18/2012 8:09PM
Christian Grey
William Levy or Chris Hemsworth
05/18/2012 9:18PM
colin egglesfield
100 percent has to be him!
05/18/2012 10:02PM
No one else!
Alexander Skarsgard is perfect
05/19/2012 10:07PM
Channing Tatum
Onky he can play all 50 shades beautifully! I hope they do make it a series on HBO!! Oh my!
05/19/2012 10:09PM
Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele
Channing Tatum and Shelley Hennig
05/20/2012 10:42AM
Paul walker
He is hot
05/20/2012 7:13PM
Christian Grey
While reading I pictured Aaron Johnson, and at times Ian Somerhalder (he kind of has the perfect personality for Christian, I just hate that he's already associated w the vampire diaries)
05/20/2012 7:19PM
Christian and Ana
Yes Ian Somerhalder!! And i really hope they get an unknown actress to play Ana, someone with big blue eyes, long brown hair, about 5'5 and petite. A simple beautiful girl, not overly gorgeous.
05/20/2012 7:27PM
Ana
I think both felicity jones and alexis bledel fit the part. And PLEASE NO to lily collins, amanda seyfried, kristen stewart and jennifer lawrence. They will seriously ruin it for me. Now Im thinking an unknown actress would be good.
05/21/2012 12:17PM
Chris Hemsworth!!!
Only Chris Hemsworth could properly portray Christian Grey !!
05/21/2012 5:47PM
ana
james scott from dool is who immdiately comes to mind. watch his work on dool
05/24/2012 8:51AM
christian grey and ana
for sure Alexander Skarsgard should play this part. And for ana should be emilia clarke from game of thrones. Eric is the sexiest vampire!! He is right he is born for this part!!
05/24/2012 8:53AM
christian grey and ana
for sure Alexander Skarsgard should play this part. And for ana should be emilia clarke from game of thrones. She is the queen of dragons. Eric is the sexiest vampire!! He is right he is born for this part!!
05/24/2012 8:59PM
Alexander Skarsgard for sure
He supposed to be a ginger and Alexander Skarsgard has the right coloring. the right eyes awesome body, looks great in a suit...and can do the whole "clenched jaw" intense and scary thing....google his profeesional pics and you'll ALL see. He's sooo hot. A close second would be Ryan Gosling...ditto all the things I just mentioned. Zooey Deschanel woulds make a nice Ana--she has big blue eyes and pale skin and full lips for the lip biting thing. The movie will probably stink unless they have a narration so that you can get all the " feelings" involved and there's prob no way to do it without an X rating hahahahaha
05/30/2012 11:04AM
christian grey
No one else but Matthew McCaunehey
06/01/2012 10:37AM
Christian gray
It should be someone new..a new face! Everyone already fantasize about all the other actors....when all I want is a Christian grey! Lol
06/01/2012 10:59AM
Christian Grey
Colin Egglesfield is perfect! Never knew what he looked like till I read this blog...that's a definite Christian Grey. I always pictured Ana Steele as Amber Heard in her brunette phase.
06/02/2012 1:34AM
Christian Grey-Channing Tatum!!!
Channing Tatum is the perfect actor to play the role of Christian Grey.
06/11/2012 8:21AM
Christian Grey
Max Irons,he's beautiful, he's tall, his lips, his eyes, I mean they are gray. His voice is husky, he's perfect, and he's young. He's a fresh face we haven't seen him in much yet, lets support new actors people!
06/11/2012 7:24PM
William levy
Domt underestimate him necause hes cuban! He is tall sultry has beautful hazel piercing eyes the body of a greek adonis and a great actor a doalect coach can make it work this man is wired for sex
06/12/2012 11:25AM
Christian grey
Chris Hemsworth 100%
06/13/2012 6:27PM
William Levy is Christian Grey
William Levy is a very incredibly good looking, attractive, and sexy man. He has model good looks, sultry hazel eyes, blondish-light brown hair, sensual lips, and a beautiful smile. At 6’1â€, William has a towering, confident, and commanding presencealong with a very muscular, broad shouldered Adonis body. He is a very talented Latin actor, who would fit perfect as the unknown actor to portray a sensual, intensely dominant, sexy man of many shades that is Christian Grey.
06/16/2012 12:27PM
Christian grey
Jessie Pavelka for Christian Grey...hot
06/16/2012 3:24PM
Eric Winter is my Christian Grey
It would be SOoooooooo interesting to see him play this complicated character!!! Eric Winter= Colin in the Ugly Truth, Luke in GCB...He was also in Britney Spears Curious ad... Hot, mysterious and sexy!
06/19/2012 1:32PM
christian grey
Channing tatum he has the whole package e
06/22/2012 11:26PM
William Levy is Christian Grey
William Levy is the perfect Christian Grey.  This beautiful man possesses the "150 percent panty-busting smile, all bad boy and smoldering, and so mind-bogglingly sexy, that he takes your breath away."    William Levy is one of People Magazine "12 Hottest Bodies of 2012" and named one of People En Espanol's "50 Most Beautiful" 2012.   America got a Taste of William Levy and we want so much...MORE.   With accent coaching for actors, William is perfect as the unknown actor to bring a very sexy movie to life portraying a sensual, intensely dominant, sexy man of many shades that is Christian Grey. 
06/26/2012 12:34AM
end of discussion
alex pettyfer and amber heard-she can do brunette real well
06/26/2012 4:27PM
Christian Gray
Jessie Pavelka..This beautiful man should be Christian Gray!!
06/28/2012 11:00AM
Christian Grey
hands down Tyler Hoechlin. OMG Perfect!!!
06/29/2012 8:49PM
Christian Grey
WILLIAM LEVY
07/01/2012 3:21PM
James Scott for Christian Grey
From the first moment I "met" Christian Grey in the book, James Scott (from Days of our Lives) became Mr. Grey. Perfect blend of smoldering sensuality and outstanding looks. Plus, he is an A-list actor!
07/03/2012 11:01AM
JAMES SCOTT IS PERFECT FOR THIS ROLE!
Multiple people that have read the books say they picture him!!
07/03/2012 8:54PM
DEREK FROM TEEN WOLF!!!!!!!!
TYLER HOECHLIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
07/04/2012 12:55PM
Aaron Johnson for Christian Grey
From the moment I seen Aaron Johnson a couple yrs ago I thought he was the sexiest man I have EVER seen and still feel this way. As soon as I began reading Fifty Shades I pictured Christian as Aaron. Aaron has perfect bone structure, the sexiest facial features, gorgeous eyes and most of all I LOVE his hair. It's curly and copper just how Christian is describes. Plus Aaron is young. Most of the guys that I have seen as suggestions are waaaayyyy too old. I know most people aren't that familiar with Aaron Johnson but that makes it ever better...a very fresh face. Check him out. He is the best choice I have seen yet.
07/05/2012 8:16PM
christian grey
eric winter should b christian grey
07/07/2012 6:31PM
Channing Tatum
Channing Tatum without a doubt. Him in Magic Mike is all the support I need. If gave him a chance to show off his sex appeal and he mastered it. His body is perfect, face is perfect, sexy, the only Caucasian man i can see pulling off an attitude like Christian Grey's.!
07/11/2012 5:15PM
tyler-hoechlin
He is perfect! that is who i now visualize as christian
07/16/2012 7:59AM
Two Perfect Christians
Gilles Marini or Ian Somerhalder, i know we can't have two, but one of these beautiful men could play Elliot? what i will emphasize in the book Christian is a stunning look man who turns every girls head, sadly when books are made into films, the leading man is often not as described in the story, Gilles or Ian are Christian Gray in every sense. With either of these beautiful guys in the lead trust me, dreams could come true! and the producers, directors etcwould be rich beyond their wildest dreams
07/16/2012 9:00AM
Two Perfect Christians
Gilles Marini or Ian Somerhalder, i know we can't have two, but one of these beautiful men could play Elliot? what i will emphasize in the book Christian is a stunning look man who turns every girls head, sadly when books are made into films, the leading man is often not as described in the story, Gilles or Ian are Christian Gray in every sense. With either of these beautiful guys in the lead trust me, dreams could come true! and the producers, directors would be rich beyond their wildest dreams
07/16/2012 9:43AM
NO!
Ryan Phillippe should play Christian Grey! He's the only one that I picture playing the part now. I can't see Robert Pattinson playing Mr. Grey. Y'all are making my palm twitch.
07/16/2012 9:50AM
Yeah
Yeah, I'm looking at all of the guys that y'all have chosen and I'm not seeing it. I'm seriously picturing more of a Cruel Intentions kind of deal :). Maybe they should get Taylor Lautner to play Jose? He's good at being "the friend." Ian Somerhalder is to mystical mysterious. Plus, I'm getting tired of all the vampire characters.
07/16/2012 2:56PM
mystery
Matt Bomer ...no way!!! come on hes likes guys, How about Damon off Vampire Diaries
07/28/2012 3:30PM
Grey
Tyler Hoechlin for sure!!! Take the time to look at this kid hes the right body type he got those eyes. Plus hes a good actor. Cant go wrong with someone that good looking.
08/01/2012 7:49PM
Christain Grey
William Levy all the way! Watch him on u tube!
08/01/2012 7:55PM
Christian Grey
William Levy is the one, I agree! He will attract every women over thirty! Go William!!!!
08/04/2012 11:24PM
William Levy is Christian Grey
William Levy is the perfect Unknown actor, who embodies the complete fantasy male lead role and  essence that is Christian Grey.   William, known as the "Latin Brad Pitt",  is the epitome of male beauty and the breathtaking  description of Christian Grey.   William Levy not only possesses all the physical characteristics and sex appeal, but has the talent, acting experience, and ability to perform  as seen in the numerous Telenovelas.   William is the Perfect fit as the Unknown actor to bring a very sexy movie to life portraying a sensual, intensely dominant, sexy man of many shades that is Christian Grey. 
08/06/2012 4:51PM
James Scott as Christian Grey
James is the perfect person to play Christian Grey. He has everything needed to play the part the best. Check him out on you tube and you will agree. Also see him on days of our lives. He's sexy and a dom
08/27/2012 12:46PM
christian gret
william levy, as Christian Grey and anyone besides kristen stewart as Ana !
08/30/2012 1:57PM
50 shades actor
Gilles martini
09/16/2012 8:37AM
Theo James as Christian Grey
I just saw "Underworld Awakening" and I think Theo James, who played the vampire David, should play Christian Grey. He has the looks, style, grace, and intensity to play Christian. Also, he is not too well-known. Interestingly, I thought India Eisley, who was also in the movie, would make a good Anastasia. She played a 12-year old in the movie, but is 19 or 20 in real life. She is stunning.
09/16/2012 9:58PM
William Levy is Christian Grey
William Levy = Christian Grey = Sexiest Men.   William Levy Is "The Sexiest Man Alive" for 2012's People En Español.   William is a very incredibly good-looking, attractive, and sexy man, who instantly spellbinds and captivates you.  This Beautiful man has model good looks, sultry hazel eyes, blondish-light brown hair, sensual lips, and a panty-busting smile.   At 6’, William has a towering, confident, and commanding presence along with a very muscular, broad shouldered God-like Adonis body. William Levy is Christian Grey.
09/19/2012 1:07AM
Getting frustrated
I am on my second run through the books and have had a hard time imagining anyone without help. I have seen lots and lots of photos and a lot of these guys have the face for the role; Matt Bomer stands out, but few seem to have the height for it. Armie Hammer came to mind before I started hunting for ideas online and he is coming back now that I have bee looking at /white Collar enough to realize Matt is not physically imposing enough for me. Can we please have someone who is about 6 foot 3 to 6 foot 5 and somewhere around 200 pounds of beautiful hunkiness?
09/20/2012 4:20PM
Jonathan Rhys Meyers as Christian Grey
Jonathat Rhys Meyers would be great as Christian Grey.
10/12/2012 11:05PM
Christian Gray
who better to play him than "Bed Eyes" Christian Bale, Yummy
11/10/2012 9:15AM
Theo James
I think Theo James would be a perfect Christian Grey. He's so hot!!
11/28/2012 9:33PM
Christian Gray
Aaron Johnson pls...he's an awesome actor plus we all need to see him in a se*y movie!!
02/23/2013 5:44AM
max irons
max irons is the perfect christian grey
02/25/2013 9:12PM
oh. my. god. i have found him!
just stumbled across theo james, and then india eisley, and WOW. they. are. perfect.
04/21/2013 11:00AM
Theo James Absolutely
Theo James is the perfect Christian Grey!
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How To Help Tornado Victims
The tornadoes in Moore, Oklahoma, as well the twisters as Kansas and Texas, have killed dozens and left thousands homeless. Officials expect the death toll to rise. Relief efforts are underway. Right now, the best way to help the victims is a donation to major relief organizations. Here is a list of organizations that are accepting donations: American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund: Click HERE to donate online. You can also text REDCROSS to 909999 to immediately donate $10 to the Red Cross Disaster Fund. Phone: 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767); for Spanish speakers, 1-800-257-7575; for TDD, 1-800-220-4095. Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief: The Oklahoma Baptist Convention says says donations will "go straight to help those in need providing tree removal services, laundry services and meals to victims of disasters." For more information, and to donate, visit Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief's website by clicking HERE. You can send checks to: BGCO Attn: Disaster Relief 3800 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK. 73112. Salvation Army - The Salvation Army is deploying mobile kitchens that can serve to 2,500 people a day. Click HERE to donate via their website. You can also text the word STORM to 80888 to make a $10 donation from your mobile phone. You can also donate to the Salvation Army via check: Put the words "Oklahoma Tornado Relief" on the check, and mail to: The Salvation Army P.O. Box 12600 Oklahoma City, OK. 73157. Phone: 1-800-SAL-ARMY (1-800-725-2769). Feeding America - Feeding America says it utilize its 200 foodbanks to deliver food and supplies. Click HERE for their website. Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma - Text the word FOOD to 32333 to donate $10 to the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma
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How To Help Tornado Victims
The tornadoes in Moore, Oklahoma, as well the twisters as Kansas and Texas, have killed dozens and left thousands homeless. Officials expect the death toll to rise. Relief efforts are underway. Right now, the best way to help the victims is a donation to major relief organizations. Here is a list of organizations that are accepting donations: American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund: Click HERE to donate online. You can also text REDCROSS to 909999 to immediately donate $10 to the Red Cross Disaster Fund. Phone: 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767); for Spanish speakers, 1-800-257-7575; for TDD, 1-800-220-4095. Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief: The Oklahoma Baptist Convention says says donations will "go straight to help those in need providing tree removal services, laundry services and meals to victims of disasters." For more information, and to donate, visit Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief's website by clicking HERE. You can send checks to: BGCO Attn: Disaster Relief 3800 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK. 73112. Salvation Army - The Salvation Army is deploying mobile kitchens that can serve to 2,500 people a day. Click HERE to donate via their website. You can also text the word STORM to 80888 to make a $10 donation from your mobile phone. You can also donate to the Salvation Army via check: Put the words "Oklahoma Tornado Relief" on the check, and mail to: The Salvation Army P.O. Box 12600 Oklahoma City, OK. 73157. Phone: 1-800-SAL-ARMY (1-800-725-2769). Feeding America - Feeding America says it utilize its 200 foodbanks to deliver food and supplies. Click HERE for their website. Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma - Text the word FOOD to 32333 to donate $10 to the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma
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Best Photo BOMB!
This was the best photo bomb from Saturday night at Kenny Chesney!
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The Best Reality Show EVER!
If you're a fan of "The Bachelor" like I am, then you will get a kick out of this new reality TV show idea.
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The Best Reality Show EVER!
If you're a fan of "The Bachelor" like I am, then you will get a kick out of this new reality TV show idea.
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Grow Your Own Pickles & Celebrate National Pickle Week
Celebrate National Pickle Week by growing a few of your own cucumbers for pickling. All you need are a few seeds, a sunny location and a bit of garden space or a large container. Train these large vining plants up a fence, trellis or decorative obelisk to save space. Consider planting National Pickling Cucumber Seeds developed by the National Pickle Packers Association and Michigan Agriculture Experiment station. These were bred for their versatility and perfect pickle shape. You'll be harvesting cucumbers in about 52 days after planting. Or save some space with Bush pickle. This cucumber forms a 3 to 4 foot wide mound and produces an abundance of 4-inch fruit. It's a perfect size for containers. And save even more space and grow straighter fruit by training these smaller plants up a cage or trellis. Cucumbers are ready to pick in about 45 days. A bit more information: Cucumbers are generally ready to harvest in 45 to 60 days after planting. This makes them a great option for mid and late season plantings. Just calculate the number of frost-free days left in the growing season to see how late you can plant. And further extend the season by using floating row covers like ReeMay, Harvest Guard, and Frost Covers to protect plants from frosty weather. For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
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Celebrate Clean Air Month – Grow Some Air-Purifying Houseplants
Celebrate National Clean Air Month by growing a few houseplants to improve your indoor air quality. NASA teamed up with PLANET (Professional Landcare Network, formerly ALCA) and found adding 15 to 18, 6 to 8 inch diameter container houseplants will improve the air quality in an 1800 square foot house. Keeping them healthy will increase their beauty and ability to cleanse the air. Consider adding a bamboo palm (Chamaedorea sefritzii). Use this large houseplant to create a warm welcome for guests, dress up a blank wall or mix in with other houseplants for an impressive indoor garden. This palm is an understory plant in Central America. It is hardy in zones 10 to 11 and adapted to the lower light conditions indoors. Grow it in a brightly lit location and keep the soil slightly moist. Cut off fronds as they die, leaving the leafy stem covering intact. Once it is fully dried, remove to expose the attractive stems. A bit more information: Start new plants by division. Remove suckers and offshoots that form at the base of the plant. Slide the bamboo palm out of its pot. Use a sharp knife or drywall saw to separate the offshoots from the main plant. Repot the parent plant and offshoots in a container slightly larger than the remaining root ball. For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
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We get your letters...
What an amazing weekend! First of all, a very big THANK YOU to everyone who came out to Grafton and Mukwonago and waited in line amid cold, windy and rainy conditions for those Wisconsin Dells Season Opener Cards. For me, it is a chance to meet / hang out with YOU the listener and give you goodies! Second, got this letter from our 99.1 The Mix Contact Us forum, from the Dawson family of Port Washington and was truly surprised that my "simple gesture" warranted the following... Question: Your Name: Answer: Michelle Question: Your City: Answer: Port Washington Comments: Yesterday I took my parents to Grafton to wait for season opener cards. It was quite a cold morning. We arrived at 10 because in the past there have been huge lines. My mother is recovering from a recent open-heart surgery. She is a very petite older woman. Van McNeil was interacting with people people in line and I asked him if it would be possible for my mom to going to the bank to warm up. He unexpectedly took my mom's hand and escorted her into the building. He was so kind to her and gave her a hug. He made sure she was warm and dry and took very good care of her. My mom and dad are thrilled to be going to the Dells. Unknown to Van my dad just got out of The hospital last Friday after 4 1/2 weeks of being in. It's been a very rough couple of months for my parents and their health. My mother was just beaming about how nice Van was. I wanted to thank you for the season opener cards which will allow my parents and my family to enjoy a vacation in Wisconsin this summer, and send a special thank you to Van for being so wonderful to my parents. You're welcome and THANK YOU Michelle! Just doing what I do because that's how my mama raised me! Enjoy the Dells! -Van #everylistenermatters
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Perennial Garden Renovations
Give your tired perennial garden a boost without a total renovation. Topdressing your garden with compost every year or two provides most if not all the nutrients your perennials need. Pull back the mulch if needed. Then spread an inch of compost over the soil surface. You can buy a quality compost or make your own. Leave the compost on the surface or lightly mix it into the soil. The earthworms, ground beetles, and other organisms will take it from there – moving the compost into the soil and around the plant roots where it is needed. Or, do a bit of vertical mulching. Use an auger bit on your cordless drill. Simply drill holes into the soil between plants. Then fill the holes with compost. This gets the compost closer to the plant roots and soil organisms that will help mix it into and improve the soil. Soil preparation and repair will help transform your garden. A bit more information: Apply a plant strengthener such as JAZ spray to increase plant vigor and their natural ability to tolerate environmental stresses, insect attacks, and disease problems. These natural products aren't fertilizers or pesticides. They can be applied to established plants at the beginning of the season to boost their ability to deal with stress or as soon as problems arise. For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
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Growing Banana Plants Indoors or Out
Add a bit of the tropics indoors or out with a banana plant. The large leaves are great for screening views and creating a bit of privacy on a balcony, patio or in the yard. Add a wicker planter or chair and you have your own tropical get-away. The fiber banana (Musa basjoo) is hardy in zones 5 to 11. It grows in full sun. It will die back to the ground and benefit from winter mulch in northern areas of its hardiness zone. Less hardy and smaller, the blood banana (Musa acuminata 'Zebrina'), has large leaves with red markings on 6 to 8 foot plants. It's only hardy in zones 10 to 11, but can be overwintered as a houseplant or allowed to go dormant in other areas. Combine these tropical beauties with palms, ginger and bird-of-paradise. Or add some hardy tropical look-alikes such as Japanese forest grass, large leaf hostas and trumpet vines. A bit more information: Push the limits of your growing region with special wintering techniques developed by Dr. David Francko, author of Palms Won't Grow Here and Other Myths: Warm-Climate Plants for Cooler Areas. And for those in warmer regions check out Creating the Tropical Look. For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
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Preserving the Asparagus Harvest
Preserve the flavor and nutrition of asparagus to enjoy year round. This flavorful vegetable is low in calories and high in Vitamins A and C as well as fiber. Unfortunately, it is most readily available and at the best price in the spring. Insure the best flavor with proper harvesting. Select young tender spears 8 to 10 inches tall. Wash, remove the ends, and then cut to fit the freezer bag or container. Blanch the asparagus before freezing to lock in flavor, color and texture. Dip the asparagus into boiling water. You'll need a large pan with a lid. Blanch small spears for 2 minutes, medium spears for 3 minutes and large spears for 4 minutes. Remove and immediately set the blanched spears in ice water for 5 minutes to cool. Drain and freeze. And, if you don't have an asparagus patch, you may want to consider planting one this year. A bit more information: May is National Asparagus Month. For tips on planting and harvesting asparagus listen to my audio tip. And check out the National Center for Home Food Preservation website for helpful tips and guidelines for preserving your harvest. For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
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Mexican Mint Marigold (Tagetes lucida)
Add a little color and flavor to your garden and salads with Mexican tarragon. This subtle beauty is really a type of marigold, but the leaves and flowers have a tarragon fragrance and flavor. Wait until after the danger of frost has passed to plant this zone 8 to 10 hardy plant. Grow it in full sun to part shade and well-drained soils. It is somewhat drought tolerant. Northern gardeners can treat it like an annual and those in the northern range of its hardiness zone may see it die back to the ground in a hard freeze. But don't worry its root hardy. The yellow flowers appear in late summer and persist through fall. The 14 to 20 inch tall plants make a nice addition to herb gardens and flowerbeds. Harvest the new growth to use fresh. Preserve the flavor by freezing the leaves or storing in vinegar. They tend to lose their flavor when dried. A bit more information: You can find this plant listed under several common names including Mexican tarragon, Texas tarragon, pericon, and sweet mace. No matter the common name you can use the leaves and blossoms in soups, sauces and chicken dishes as well as salads. Some gardeners even seep it for tea. Visit Bonnie Plants for more information and gardeners ideas for growing and using this plant in the garden. For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
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Year of the Watermelon
Year of the Watermelon The National Garden Bureau has declared 2013 the Year of the Watermelon. Be part of the celebration and consider planting watermelon in this year's garden. Don't let the sweet flavor deceive you – these are nutritious as well as delicious. High in Vitamin C, low in fat and calories - it is a great way to boost your energy. Plus, all parts are edible. You can pickle the rind, eat the fleshy portion fresh or roast or grind the seeds for flavoring. In china they stir fry watermelon while the Russians often pickle it before eating. You may want to try some new ways of enjoying this tasty summer treat. Grow watermelon in full sun and well-drained soils. Save space by growing these plants on a trellis or decorative obelisk. Just secure the heavy fruit to the support with a cloth or macramé sling. Or plant a few seeds in a container and let the vines wander over your balcony or trellis. A bit more information: Try planting one of the large picnic-type watermelons that can weigh 15 to 50 pounds. These are sure to get everyone in the family excited about growing and eating this, the largest edible fruit in the United States. Or perhaps you want to try one of the icebox melons that is much smaller at 5 to 15 pounds and easier to squeeze into the fridge. And don't forget about those with unique colored rinds and flesh and of course those that lack seeds. For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
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Clematis Stem Wilt
Clematis Stem Wilt Your clematis looks beautiful until suddenly the stems and leaves start turning black. Though it looks bad your clematis will survive. The fungus that causes this disease enters your plant through wounds and cracks in the stem near ground level. Fortunately new growth arising below this point will be disease free. Reduce future problems by pruning out and destroying infested stems. Disinfect tools between cuts to reduce the risk of spreading this disease. As new growth emerges from the soil carefully secure it to the support to reduce the risk of cracking and damage. Eliminating the entryways for the fungus will reduce the risk of disease. In the future consider planting the crown of the clematis below the soil surface. This allows the plant to produce new shoots below the point of infection. Try growing small flowered clematis that tend to resist this disease. Alpina, macropetala and the viticella types are a few to consider. A bit more information: For a disease to occur you must have the causal organism (fungus, bacteria, virus) present, disease-promoting weather and susceptible plants. Remove one of these factors and you eliminate the disease. Keep this in mind when managing clematis stem wilt and other plant diseases in your garden. For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
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I'm a fan, are you?
Who doesn't LOVE a good Roller Coaster? Am I right?! I've been so very lucky to been have rasied in the Midwest, a stones throw away from Six Flags Great America, where I practicaly spent my summers as kid with my best bud Edgar! Mom and dad would drop us off at open and pick us up at close. 10a-10p. Don't think I could handle that now. Heck, I could barley make it on one run of Batman The Ride Backwards! Yes, that's right, for a limited time this season, (BTW... I tried to find out when from officials, they wouldn't budge, so get there soon!) Batman The Ride will be running BACKWARDS!! MOBILE USERS: Click here to WATCH Van rides Batman: The Ride Backwards! www.SixFlags.com
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NEW MUSIC: Safe & Sound
This song is currently in my Top 5. Capital Cities is the group and the song is "Safe & Sound". Let me know what you tihnk.
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My Lucky Brewers Socks
I've been wearing these sock to the last few games I have attended at Miller Park and the crew always wins when I have them on. Do you think my socks lucky?
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This Is The Spring I Have Been Waiting For
Fnally, the Milwaukee we love. Sunny and 70.
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Matt Nathanson AND Plain White T's coming to Festa!
YES! That headline is correct...Matt Nathanson AND the Plain White T's will be performing at Festa Italiana, Saturday night, July 20th and I have the honor of being your ON STAGE HOST!! I'm super stoked and looking forward to hanging with Platinum-selling singer-song writer Matt Nathanson, and Grammy-nominated Chicago-bred Plain White T's again! Check out the videos from both groups last visit to The Mix Studios: WATCH Matt Nathanson Interview and Performance. WATCH Plain White T's Interview and Performance.
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Watch for and Prevent Borers on Trees and Shrubs
Extreme heat and cold, droughts and floods can leave our plants stressed and more susceptible to damaging borers. These insects are the immature stage of moths and beetles that feed under the bark and inside the stems of plants. Their feeding weakens and in some cases kills the plant. Many borers are opportunists, attacking already stressed trees. We can't control the weather but we can help reduce stress on our plants. Start by growing plants suited to the climate and growing conditions in your landscape. Mulch the area under and around the base of trees and shrubs. Organic mulches like wood chips keep the roots cool and moist and reduce competition from grass and weeds. Be sure to water new plantings thoroughly and as needed the first few years. And do the same for established trees and shrubs during extended drought. This will keep them healthy and help ward off borers. A bit more information: Incorporate trees and shrubs into perennial planting beds. You will create an attractive garden and better environment for the plants. Plus, planting beds as well as mulching will reduce the need for hand trimming and will keep weed whips and mowers away from the trunks of the trees. And don't pile soil or mulch over the stems of shrubs and the trunks of trees. These practices create entryways for pests and encourage disease problems. For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
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Lawn Revival
If sparse, bare spots or lots of weeds describe your lawn, it is time for a little lawn revival. Start by evaluating the current state of your lawn. If more than 60% is bare or filled with weeds, it is time to start over. Look at this as an opportunity to properly prepare the soil, select a more drought tolerant lawn or convert it into a no mow or low maintenance lawn or planting bed. Overseed thin sparse lawns. Core aerate first or use a slit seeder to insure good seed-to-soil contact. For small bare spots use a lawn patch kit or make your own. Mix a handful of quality grass seed into a bucket of topsoil. Remove any dead grass and roughen the soil surface. Then sprinkle the commercial or homemade lawn patch over the prepared bare spot. Keep the soil moist until the grass seed begins to grow. A bit more information: Larger areas will benefit from the addition of organic matter into the top 6 inches of soil before sowing the grass seed or laying sod. Keep the soil moist until the sod has rooted into the soil below and the grass seed begins to grow. Consider overseeding the lawn to help create a more uniform appearance in the lawn. For more information, click here. For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
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