I have watched every episode of this season’s Dancing With The Stars. I knew Laila Ali would make it to the semi-finals because she had a trump card to play — the most famous man in the world as daddy. Muhammad Ali attended the show to cheer on his daughter recently, and that made her an automatic shoo-in. I think she would have made it on her own merits, however.

The judges found she was “bringing sexy back” to the dance floor in her own graceful manner. A classy boxer with grace, only a daughter of a world champion could accomplish that feat. Laila has knocked the judges out with her performances. And People magazine finds she is beautiful as well.

The real show stopper has been Apolo. It is no coincidence that Apolo Ohno and his professional partner have been brought back for two encore performances - the last one for their pase doble. I taped the first one to replay. If he had any doubters or detractors, I think they have reached an accord about the talent translation that has happened for this former Olympic speed skater.

The choreography and the crisp ballroom dancing these partners have managed to bring to the floor have had the crowd on its feet. I imagine those watching from home have had much the same reaction. Not only is he is a gold medal speed skating champion, but he is also a real cutie-pie and now, potential winner-take-all for this season’s show.

Overall, this season has not been as great as some of the past seasons and performances, but there is no doubt that each of the "stars" dancers', almost, have evolved from two flat feet planted on terra firma to two uprooted dancing ones. What a novel, fun reality show watching the transformations.

My prediction: I think Laila and Apolo will garner the most votes and finish as runner-up and winner respectively.

I have enjoyed watching many seasons of Dancing. It brought back memories of greener days.