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American Idol announced the winner for 2010 this evening. The fan favorite, Lee DeWyze took home the win. Lee DeWyze has had his ups and downs this season, but sometimes that is a good thing. Everyone loves an underdog and Lee DeWyze was the underdog for American Idol...at least he was after Tim Urban was voted off. Lee suffered from a lack of confidence, which we all can relate to, most have been in that situation at some point in their life. Lee did not have a lack talent, Lee has a wonderful voice, he just came across as being...

Tonight's the night that American Idol's 9th season comes to a close - the finale - the crowning of the winner, either Lee Dewyze or Crystal Bowersox, and according to a very vivid dream I had last night, who won the crown? Crystal Bowersox. I usually don't remember my dreams, and if I do, I don't typically remember them very well. But this dream was different. Like many dreams it didn't make a lot of sense. Bizzare components mixed with elements from real life. I dreamed that I was the one who had the votes, individual votes, that I laid...

Crystal Bowersox could easily be voted 'Most Likely to Win" this year's season of American Idol. Ryan Seacrest who hosts the show, mentioned that not long ago Crystal was thinking of leaving the show because 'what's the point?' Exactly. In the overall scheme of things, what is the point? It seems Miss Bowersox has dug deep and come up with the answer. If it's possible, make a difference. Make a real difference. Don't just sing another song. Don't just impress the judges, or win the crowd. When given a platform, and a golden opportunity, make the most of it. Last...