The final four has been selected: Jason, David Cook, David Archuleta and Syesha. That means sweet, blonde, goofy yet lovable Brooke White is going home to her husband and to pay a visit to the cute twin babies she nannied before achieving American Idol stardom. When Ryan gave her the bad news, we all knew the floodgate of tears would open. Brooke went into what Oprah calls “the ugly cry.” But hey, she’s the kind of girl who doesn’t hold back. What you see is what you get.

I’m betting that what Brooke gets is a recording contract. I think she could take her place in the ranks of other singer/songwriters who have made it big like Alicia Keys. So tell me, mamas. Who are you rooting for to take the title? Comment below!

Name: Jennifer Enlow

Originally from: Born in New York; grew up in Rogers, AR

Age/gender of children: Boy 5, Girl 2

What’s your favorite place to hang out with the kids? the backyard

What’s your best defense against stress? the gym

What’s your favorite chick flick? Pretty Woman

If you had one week at home by yourself, what would you do? That would never happen

Advice you wish someone had given you when you first became a mom? choose your battles wisely

If money were no object, where would you go on your dream vacation? any place with a great beach

What’s your most meaningful family heirloom? photo albums

If you were going to college in the fall, what would you study? medical school

If you could meet one influential woman, dead or alive, who would it be? Oprah Winfrey

What’s something you’ve been meaning to do but it never seems to be a good time? my revolving “to do” list

Parenting is … the best thing I’ve ever done

One phrase to sum me up: “What you see is what you get”

Dear Jennifer,

Lately my friend’s husband has been very flirty with me when my friend walks out of the room. I keep thinking that maybe it’s all in my head, but I definitely notice a change in the way he treats me. If I talk to her about it and I’m wrong about him, it’ll ruin our friendship. But if I’m right about him, it’ll still ruin the friendship. I feel trapped. What can I do?

Dear Trapped,

I’m a firm believer in trusting your intuition. Maybe he is just testing the waters, or maybe he is already fishing. Either way, take the first opportunity and speak directly to him. Say something like “Bill, I know you’d never want to make me uncomfortable because you know how important Diane’s friendship is to me. But lately your comments make me feel awkward. I’d like it if we could keep things the way they’ve always been. I’d really appreciate that.�

Make sure that for a period of time you’re not alone with this guy under any circumstances.

Dear Jennifer,

I’m the first-time mom of a 5-month-old son and neither one of us is getting much sleep at all. And I’m so sick of hearing about the “cry it out� method. I’ve tried it (a little) and I just can’t do it. It feels wrong to me. On the other hand, I’m desperate for sleep and don’t know what to do. When my friends and relatives talk about letting him “cry it out,� I feel so incompetent because I haven’t been able to get him “sleep trained.� What do I do about the sleep problems, and what can I say to get everybody off my back?

Dear Tired,

Sleep deprivation is a serious problem. You will not find answers by doing what feels wrong, and you will not find answers by trying any solution “a little.� You have to make some changes and stick with them. One possible change is to find a program for sleep training and follow it completely, wanting sleep for yourself and your son enough to see it through.

If that’s not for you, learn to nap when your baby does. One technique is to lay in a cool, quiet room, clear your mind and count backwards from 50 with each breath. Some moms learn to nap and get by with that little bit of extra sleep. Others never master the nap, often because the time when the baby is sleeping is the only time they have to themselves. Find a program that works for you, and follow it. Don’t worry about your relatives. When they sense you’ve made a choice and are committed to it, they’ll back off.

Bear in mind that these days will pass. Until they do, however, sleep deprivation can exhaust you and your immune system, creating a cycle of stress that becomes self-sustaining. You may want to talk to your doctor if you are feeling depressed, out of control or overwhelmed – all conditions that make it hard to make decisions and stick with them. Don’t let the lack of sleep affect your health or your marriage, and don’t underestimate how easily it can do both.

Jennifer Hansen is a syndicated columnist, mom of two, and one of those insightful friends who will tell you what you need to hear, regardless of whether or not it’s what you want to hear. She’s not a psychologist or licensed counselor, but she is one smart mama.

No matter how you feel about Neil Diamond’s music, you’ve got to hand it to the guy. He’s enjoyed one of the longest, most successful careers in music history. The legend mentored five finalists on American Idol Tuesday night when each singer performed two songs.

Jason Castro’s first song was “Forever in Blue Jeans.� It was okay, but just okay. Simon called it “forgettable.�

David Cook followed with “I’m Alive,� a lesser known song. Neil Diamond said it gave him goose bumps. Hard to get a much better review than that.

Brooke White sang “I’m a Believer,� and I didn’t love it. Simon called it a “nightmare.� It wasn’t that bad, but it definitely wasn’t great.

David Archuleta sang “Sweet Caroline.� Neil Diamond called him a prodigy. Randy called him “da bomb.�

Syesha wrapped up the first round of songs with “Hello Again.� Has anybody noticed how beautiful this girl’s teeth are? They’re perfect. Oh, and she can sing, too.

On to Round Two: Jason was back with “September Morn.� Here’s his problem. He’s so laid back that he almost seems a little bored. The judges were not impressed.

David Cook brings what Jason lacks – raw intensity. Cook sang “All I Really Need Is You,� and it sounded like something you’d hear on the radio today. Randy said he “rocked the house� and Simon called it “brilliant.� The big shocker came when Paula, who is typically very non-committal when it comes to predictions, said “I feel like I’m already looking at the American Idol.� Wow.

Brooke White redeemed herself with her piano version of “I Am I Said.� When she does what she does best, she really shines.

Boy wonder David Archuleta sang “America� for his second song, a choice that the judges said was very smart. (Nobody ever gets eliminated after singing a patriotic song. Ever notice that?)

Syesha closed the show with “Thank the Lord for the Nighttime.� She really seems to be hitting her stride these days and looks more comfortable on stage than ever. Randy said “You are finally realizing who you are, and you’re in the zone.�

Prediction: If voters go by performance and not popularity, Jason will go home. If it’s a popularity vote, Brooke and/or Syesha will be in the bottom two.