Our winesappy Anne is in good company this week, with American Idol’s 17 year-old David Archuleta closing out this year’s competition, singing John Lennon’s Imagine.

I’ll be dining on a banquette in the pool room, at the Four Seasons restaurant in Manhattan tonight, unable to watch Archuleta’s tender, yet determined dreams come true — if they do. How privileged am I, and how generous is this guy, on a first date?

Will the voters agree that Archuleta’s message and personal style sound the right note at this American Idol moment? Let’s hope so. This young man evokes a maturity, sensitivity and connection to life that goes far beyond his years.

David Archuleta | ‘Imagine’

Update on 2008-05-22 13:31 by Anne

I knew it was too good to be true. Americans preferred the rocker to the Tween.

Actually, the numbers didn’t add up for me last night either. LOL. He wasn’t 49 but late 50s. Not a problem, but they say women lie about their age! Midway through dinner, I joking asked: “So how many ex-wives do you have?” He said: “Yes, Anne, I want to speak with you about that subject.”

Need I finish? I’m sure you can fill in the blanks. Lying is lying. And this girl doesn’t go for it. Next.

Love,
Anne