The End of a Kiddie Era

CBS's newest reality tv show, "Kid Nation," is approaching its end with the finale airing next Wednesday.

So now is the moment of truth: which kid will be awarded that final $20,000 gold star, whose parents will actually be proud of their child, and who will finally put Queen Taylor in her smug little place? I hope DK gets to do it because he's been chomping at the bit to let her have it. Should be interesting.

It is worth knowing what will become of these kids as they grow older. Will Taylor grow up to be an even brattier Miss America? Will Anjay enter politics? Will Jarod invent a groundbreaking teleporter in the world of science? Will Hunter star as the all-American "Bachelor" in years to come and hold a rose ceremony of his own? I smell a "Where are They Now?" special in the distant future.

I think if Sophia goes off on everyone before it's time to go home, Taylor is reduced to tears, Olivia professes her undying love for Anjay, and 8-year-old Mallory makes Greg cry, then the finale will be a success. Be sure to tune in.


CBS Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. central