shelley's work is never done

I have resisted the urge to post much about this, but it is time to give credit where credit is due. If you are offended at namedropping, or so intellectual and deep as to be bored by celebrity news, exit this post now.

Anyhoo, Shelley (my twin sister) has been keeping very busy with her "work" in Tennessee.

Living in such close proximity to so many stars, she has become a real Nashville celebrity enthusiast. Unlike L.A., Nashville treats the celebs like regular people. They seldom get approached for autographs or photos(tacky!) and therefore go about there lives like regular folks. Some of us, who are unashamedly interested in the personal business of such celebs, find this a real treat.

Back to Shelley's "work": Shortly after moving to Nashville, in 2005, Shelley came to the realization that all of this was going on right under her nose. It only seemed right to enjoy the gift and share it with others, and hence her "work" began. After opening HSI - Hensley Special Investigations, the jobs came easily. With the aid of internet info and her trusty Junior Agents, the sightings flooded in, many right in their very own neighborhood.

Her "work" became so thorough and up-to-the-minute, she was asked to incorporate it into the children's ministry she leads at her church (also the church of Miley and her family). Shellebrity News was born! Imagine, what 11 year old kid does not want to know just what color Nick painted his kitchen? Or if Aaron is indeed living with him? Or, who are Nick and Aaron? Children who may otherwise be atheist, democratic heathens, have been led to faith by Shellebrity News.

Her most accomplished work began about the time that Keith and Nicole got together and made their homes (yes there are 2) nearby - VERY nearby. It was clear that all agents needed to be on full alert, and that work paid off. Oh, reminder: Shelley and I have been huge fans of Keith for years. His concerts, the CMT awards, etc... I even got to meet him at an awards show, but that's another story. Nicole -we're not big fans of hers, but she is A-list, and got both Tom and Keith all whooped over her.

It all came together this New Year's Eve. Neil and I were there visiting, and Shelley woke us up at 7:00 am. She said "get dressed, and get in the car". She then drove us to the back alley of a certain coffee shop. She parked next to a black Bentley with deep-tinted windows, and we went in the back entrance. There they were, just the two of them, drinking coffee and chatting.

Most of the tables were taken, except for one right by theirs. We then took that table and enjoyed 45 minutes of coffee and breakfast next to Keith and Nicole.

I must say, "excellent work, Shelley! That's the way to start 2009!"