Loving Syesha

There is a performer on American Idol, "Syesha," who is under-loved by the judges. I know this judgment to be true because tonight, Lola was in the room for all of the other performers, and played with blocks and other things. When Syesha came on, however, Lola stopped, turned toward the TV, and started singing with her. Lola never does this. Not only did she sing with her, but she also started imitating her gestures and the dramatic tilt of her head. Since those who follow American Idol will know that tonight was "Neil Diamond" night, I think you will believe me when I tell you that Lola has never before heard Syesha's song (or any of the Diamond repertoire). At the end of the song, she got excited and started imitating the waving hands of the audience. She also improvised her own lines, which turned out to be "Everybody Wants to Be A Cat" from the Aristocats.--K