The Emmys: A Win/Win Situation
By Nancy LeMay

As I get older I have more understanding of why people are cynical, and less patience for cynicism.

An experience I had at the Emmys a few years ago might explain my feeling.

Inside the graceful and inviting lobby of the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, I was coming down a staircase while a young man, sporting his tuxedo, was coming up. As he passed me I overheard him say to his companion something along the lines of, ‘gee, I’ve been to this so many times it’s just so BORING to me…’

Were I a little more bold and outspoken I’d have stopped him in his tracks and said, "Come on, honey…if you don’t find this fun- at the very least- what do you enjoy?"

There’s a well-worn formula in our culture that has us believe that coolness=sophistication. I beg to differ. Some things should just be enjoyed, and being able to attend the Emmys, especially as a nominee, is one of them. Period. My lack of cynicism does not automatically turn me into Little Nell from the Country, thank you. I’m from New York- one of the world’s epicenters of cynicism! And some things I do view with a sideways glance and an upturned eyebrow.

But the Emmys are not among them. So get dressed to the nines, rehearse your acceptance speech (admit it- we’ ve all rehearsed an acceptance speech) and anticipate that sip of champagne at the party afterwards. Remember- on Emmy Night, we are on the side where the grass is greener.