A response to David F's Oprah post

Here's a response to David F's post on Oprah's favorite things. It is from Alev Akman--one of the most clueful librarians on the topic of e-books, as well as number of other matters, including good wine. Whether you agree or disagree with David, he welcomes reader feedback. - David Rothman

I just listened to your blog about Oprah's favorite things. I am surprised you did not comment more about what her favorite things are and the income level of a teacher. A $20 favorite hand cream? Champagne glasses for every one? C'amon now; is that really what a teacher needs? Okay, so I understand the washing machine and maybe the big screen TV but not the expensive, fancy stuff. It is almost Oprah is showing off by saying she has four cases of the fancy cream in her house. Wouldn't it make more sense if she were to have more practical and sensibly priced favorites on her show?

I like Oprah in general. But lately, it feels like she shows off by giving. Even pretending to give all those cars when it is GM behind the donations. Someone needs to tell that woman to come back to earth!