I know there are programs on television, such as Dr. Phil or Oprah, where people come on and talk about their personal problems and how to fix them.  Many of these shows bring forth serious subjects that not only entertainment but also inform the viewer.  But when celebrities talk about their personal issues and marital problems on talk shows that normally are for light entertainment, well, that bothers me. Courteney Cox and David Arquette are especially guilty of this. It looks like they won’t need Christmas cards together this year!

Courteney Cox and David Arquette have been sharing their dirty laundry with anyone who will listen.

For example, a week or so ago actor (and I use that term loosely) David Arquette appeared on one of the late-night talk shows and, between his being hyper and exhibiting uncontrollable laughter at odd times, talked about himself and his rocky marriage and his past behavior and the fact that he “in a better place now”.   He also spoke about how all of this had affected his relationship with his wife, former “Friends” star Courteney Cox.  While I was watching him, I was thinking, “Why do I need to know this?  Why would I be interested in his soiled underwear?”  Of course, the audience clapped in all the appropriate moments.  How utterly absurd!

So later that week, on “Letterman”, here comes Arquette’s estranged (or is it strange) spouse, Cox, who, after showing off her tanned legs that were so shiny I thought I would suffer from sun glare, began to inform us of the state of her marriage and how, while on vacation at Disney World, she turned her husband down when he offered to renew the romantic part of their relationship.  Again, too much information!   (Dave’s audience loved it.)

The fact that both Arquette and Cox were appearing to promote their roles in the movie “Scre4m” was ironic since it was all I could do to stop myself from letting out a SCREAM listening to them moan and groan about their poor lives together.  Give me a break!

Front of 2007 Christmas Cards from Courteney Cox and David Arquette featuring their daugther, Coco

With all the celebrity that surrounds them, it seems like Courteney Cox and David Arquette are well grounded in reality. They both have their own public careers but go out of their way to make sure that Coco is the most important part of their lives. They showed this publically by featuring Coco’s picture on their 2007 Christmas cards. Their Christmas cards featured laughing picture of Coco on the outside with “Joy to the World” as the verbiage. She was again pictured on the inside of the card lying peacefully on their family pet, Ella, a Bernese Mountain Dog. The words “and a peaceful New Year” accompanied this picture. Each Christmas card was signed “love, David, Courteney and Coco.”

Given the state of Hollywood in general, it is a breath of fresh air to read that a couple puts their family above their careers. Coco is lucky to have parents that realize their parenting is an important job. Having a child was a bit arduous for Courteney. In her own words, she wishes that she had started earlier than she did. Many Americans tend to put off having children until they are settled or achieve the status for which they strive. The time they miss can put them in an awkward situation when they realize that time is passing and they want a family. Time does not always wait and sometimes they will be disappointed at the outcome. I know that they truly want another child and I hope that all goes well for them. They are good parents who are striving to have a normal family life.  Courteney experienced the failed marriage of her own parents. She considers making her marriage to David work both for them, Coco, and any other child they are blessed with a priority in her life. She saw her close friend, Jennifer Anniston, go through a divorce so she realizes the scars divorce can leave on a person.

Inside of the Christmas Cards sent by Courteney Cox and David Arquette featuring daughter Coco and pooch Ella

Courteney’s recent flick, Bedtime Stories, is perfect for her as she can view the film with her daughter.
Apparently, Coco enjoys bedtime stories so this film will fit in to their family life. It must be something to see Coco’s face when she sees her Mom on the reruns of her TV show Friends and her Dad when they air the shows that he appeared on. I have never seen it but I understand that David and Courteney also have a DYI show that airs in California.

I sincerely hope that this family will succeed and I look forward to seeing their 2009 Christmas cards.