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Turkey, Love And Thanksgiving

2009-11-27T17:29:00.000-08:00

Hope everyone enjoyed Thanksgiving, hope you all had a joyous gathering with loved ones. Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful for the very life we have...good times and the bad. I hope everybody enjoyed a good meal and received and gave hugs galore...that’s what the holiday was for. Yeah...the delicious food is great, but that’s not the prime objective, the goal is for families to focus on themselves...on each member, on the love and care one should have for another. That is what Thankgiving Day is all about... Love for one another.

We now have a wonderful vibe to flow on until Christmas and New Years, so let’s ride out high for the rest of the year. Let’s keep feeling good as long as we can. Here’s to a new way of living.

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Give Thanks On Veterans Day

2009-11-11T11:26:00.000-08:00

Today is Veterans Day, a special day. To all you soldiers in the past, and all you who honorably service this country today...I give my thanks. If it were not for your graciousness, your bravery, I would not be able to be typing these words on this computer. Your love for these United States of America has no end... And for that I salute all past, deceased, and present members of the Armed Forces. Veterans Day is your day.

This is Veterans Day...America, let’s celebrate our strong and great veterans today, for they have and continue to keep us FREE! To you veterans...I say thank you...thank you for you protection...thank you for keeping me FREE.

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Cool Halloween Tees

2009-10-30T14:21:00.000-07:00

Yes...the ghouls and goblins are amongst us once again...Halloween is here. I have created some cool halloween tees that will help you celebrate this fun holiday. Well...I’m alittle late with this post so maybe you can wear these next Halloween. I just get so busy at times...I’ll get ya next time. Hey, these cool Halloween tees are comfortable and made by American Apparel, a gaint in the clothing business. I’m sure you and your little monsters would have loved to sport one of these cool Halloween tees about town, but I think I’m a bit too late in offering them. Well...I just wanted you folks to see my new designs...I stay busy designing and creating. Get ya next year. Here are the fresh Halloween tees:

Hey, anyway...I wish you all a happy and spooky Halloween... Go out and have a ball!

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MICHEAL JACKSON: ‘This Is It’

2009-10-27T19:45:00.000-07:00

My favorite singer, that irreplaceable, dynamic showman named Micheal Jackson will be performing his last concert by way of filmography tonite when “This Is It” is released. Micheal Jackson from what what I have seen, was on point and full of his magical self when "This Is It" was being created. He looks GREAT! and is performing like we love and expect him to.

“This Is It” will present Micheal Jackson in top form...he was ready to blow us away again. This concert would have put him back into his much deserved entertainment royalty. But we know what happened: Our “King Of Pop” died. Micheal died far too soon... I miss you so much Micheal.

This movie will show the “King Of Pop” at his best, Micheal Jackson will be singing, throwing those exciting, mindblowing moves and thrilling our hearts as only he can do. “This Is It” will start showing at midnite... GET READY EVERYBODY!! The KING is back.

And here, listen to my tribute to him: A Micheal Tribute

E-Trade Baby Commercial

2009-10-12T09:51:00.000-07:00

That E-Trade is after my heart and my dollars...have you guys seen those little cute dudes on their commercials? I gotta tell ya....these tiny, little sprouts who I call “The E-Trade Babies”, are a riot. The E-Trade baby commercials are hilarious, I mean you come to feel that maybe these little guys are really talking. The commercials are fantastic, and I for one always stop what I’m doing to view the E-Trade Babies, they are simply irresistible...I’m with the ladies on this one. The two main babies remind you of Johnny Carson and Ed McMahon, those commercials have me rolling every time. I’m laughing right now thinking about them.

E-Trade, keep up the E-Trade babies skit, it’s working...you’re keeping us in stitches.

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David Letterman Extorted

2009-10-03T01:04:00.000-07:00

Here we go again...poor David letterman is going through it again, the headline: “David Letterman Extorted”. I tell ya, Mr Letterman is having a horrible year personally but a good year for his show’s ratings. This incident , just like the Sarah Palin debacle, is keeping his nerves tensed and his Neilson ratings high. A weird two-edged sword, indeed. Now...David Letterman Extorted? He’s apologizing again....man...this stuff is embarassing me and I’m not even on TV. I’m feeling for poor David Letterman, the fella seems to be jinxed lately. If I were him I’d be alittle more cautious, watch my steps...my actions more. David Letterman extorted?... good grief...how much more can the man take.

I tell ya, if Mr. Letterman can’t end this type of activity from haunting him, we might see him leaving television all together. The man’s mental health is at stake...this is the type of stuff that takes people down all the time. David Letterman is normal human just like the rest of us, and he can succumb to these negative situations just like we all can. For Letterman to be extorted, the person had to really want to injure him. David, man, you need to wake up...wake up!!!

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President Obama: Is Jimmy Carter Right?

2009-09-18T15:25:00.000-07:00

Yes, he said it, former Chief-of-State, Jimmy Carter, said the current president, Obama, is having trouble in office because he is an afro-american. Yep...he went ahead and put it out there, could this man be right? Is the nation really ready for an afro-american President, did we open a can of worms? Something is certainly wrong with racial relations at this time in America - people are seeming to take more allegence to their similar brotheren. It seems to be a trend to me...and this Barack Obama miracle seems to be the direct cause of this new unrest in America...can we get used to a black a president? This is a new phase for all of us and we need to try and listen to each other regardless of skin color. America is , indeed, the world’s “melting pot”, we must continue to get along...this fine country depends on it.

That’s my say so on the issue, what is yours? What are your views? Comment.

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2009-09-18T01:55:00.000-07:00

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Free Drawing Lessons

2009-09-17T22:47:00.000-07:00

Hey, I just launched a new website called "Free Drawing Lessons", it's an informative offering. I hope to make it a good site for thoughts, infomation and fun things dealing with the world of drawing, the bedrock of art. Hey..."free" drawing lessons?...you better get on over there!!

Patrick Swayze Dances His Last Dance

2009-09-15T17:09:00.000-07:00

His last dance has occurred, Patrick Swayze has danced his last dance in this earthly plane. Patrick Swayze was schooled in dance, and he enjoyed displaying his skills before the world audience. But as it is, his life took a horrible turn and Patrick was rudely taken away from dance and this world. He put up a honorable fight with the pancreatic cancer that violently ravished his body; all the while with the face of a lion. Patrick Swayze gave us all courage to conquer fears; to face our negativities and refuse to let them cloud our lives with hopelessness.

Yes, Patrick Swayze’s last dance has come, but he has left us with the image of a strong, valiant knight in the way he struggled with pancreatic cancer in the final phase of his life. Many people and I’m sure, doctors - predicted his death months before it finally took place. Patrick Swayze was one brave and willful individual, and we all can take strength from the way in which he died. He was a lion. This lion danced his way into our lives, and now he has performed his last dance. Rest in peace Patrick Swayze.

Micheal Jackson’s Death, Google And Social Networking Sites

2009-09-09T19:41:00.000-07:00

The “King of Pop”, Micheal Jackson has had an amazing and upheaving effect on many of the most popular social networking sites around, and even Google. His untimely death has sparked an unrelenting request for everything with Micheal Jackson on it, or about him. His fans are buying his records and according to at least one well-known site, Twitter, communications called “tweets” about him have shut the site down a few times. Other social networking sites are experiencing similar situations. Google has also been struggling to process Micheal Jackson requests. Micheal Jackson is hot and the world-wide community is showing it.

Our “King of Pop” is gone but we will always remember his talent through the beautiful music he left behind. Micheal Jackson is a legend and his music and dancing will definitely stand the test of time. Social networking sites are benefiting from his death at the moment, but let us not forget his great contribution to american music and entertainment. Now, I leave you all with your own fond memories of this magnificent recording artist.

Also, take a listen, click on the mp3 player on the right, in the sidebar and hear my Micheal Jackson Tribute. Enjoy!

Ted Kennedy Is Dead: Camelot Weeps Again

2009-08-26T20:14:00.000-07:00

Senator Ted Kennedy is dead and Ol’ Camelot takes another blow. Like the mythical, storybook Arthurian land of Camelot, tragedy has again struck a member of the royal Kennedy clan. Ted Kennedy is dead now and he has taken with him the aura and legacy of this legendary politcal family with him. He was the last of those political magnates to surface out of the Kennedy fold, he was a vocal, stern, and resilient senator. He helped pass many a helpful bill(civil rights legislation being a focal point for him), and championed many causes for people in America. Ted Kennedy showed he cared about the average man and woman; the average citizen of the United States. He will be missed.

Even with all the tragedy that occured during his life, and the life of members of his family, Ted Kennedy remained a steadfast, and effective senator. He refused to let the deaths of family members or events like “Chappaquiddick” stand in the way of a glorious political career. Like his brothers John F. Kennedy and Robert F. Kennedy, he was a force to be reckoned with during his many years as a politician and senator. But let us remember, even though we are faced with the fact that Ted Kennedy is dead, we will continue to feel him through the laws he helped pass. Yes, Ted Kennedy is dead, but this real American patriot will be remembered. This you can bet.

Damon Weaver, Kid Reporter Has A New “Homeboy” - President Obama!

2009-08-19T14:51:00.000-07:00

Hooray!...Hooray!...Damon, the kid reporter hits the mark once more, only this time he out did himself. He finally...finally secured an interview with President Barack Hussein Obama, his new “homeboy”, he waited and waited, waiting for a chance to strike and BAM!, he captured his prey. Barack Obama didn’t have a chance. Damon Weaver and his teacher should be applauded for accomplishing this feat, what a show of preserverance...what determination...what resolve? Damon, the kid reporter was at his best.

What he succeeded in doing was incredible, taken that even few seasoned adult reporters have been able to get President Barack Obama to agree to a one-on-one interview. This little titan earlier in his short career acquired interviews with other famous people, he even had on with Vice President Joe Biden(a sign of what was to come), after Joe Biden he could almost taste President Barack Hussein Obama. But the president remained elusive; the little kid reporter was dissappointed for quite some time, it seemed he’d never get that interview. Well...well...we see what preserverance and positve determination can do - Mr. Damon Weaver has interviewed our President, Barack Obama.
Let us all learn from this young man’s shining example, let’s face our problems with the same resolve...surely we can duplicate what a little 11 yr old reporter can do. Or can we?

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Leona Lewis And That Nose

2009-08-14T11:54:00.000-07:00

What part of Leona Lewis do you notice first? What grabs your upmost attention...is it those beautiful eyes...is it those lips...maybe it’s her eyebrows...? No....no...you guessed it right, it’s that distinctive nose....her nose is quite the attention-getter, it says “I am Leona Lewis and you know this”. I wanted to express my fascination with this member of Leona Lewis’s body because it captures my attention so much. This woman, this singer, has one of those singnature noses, once seen you can't forget it.

This popular singer just burst onto the music scene with that hit song “Bleeding Love” which propelled a smash debut album. One can’t help but approve of this fine young woman...what a beauty. The intriguing thing about Leona Lewis to me is that nasal area, I simply love her nose, her nose is very prominent but so attractive, it’s a “Statue of Liberty nose”...gets your attention and approval at the same time.

As you all know from reading this blog, I am a portrait artist and some people’s faces a very interesting to us portrait artist. These faces contain elements that seem to jump out at us; features like noses, lips and eyes really excite artist like myself. Miss Leona Lewis and that nose is a great example of what ignites an artist’s mind. By the way, I’ve know a few cuties with noses of character, too. Look at the portrait below, she has a nose similar to you know who:

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Yeah...Leona, babygurl, I love that cute nose of your's...you wear it well...you wear it well.

P.S. I even have a aunt named Leona, no joke.

A Successful Singer

2009-08-03T10:13:00.000-07:00

I love the music business, but I sometimes hate the “business” part of it. I’m sitting here reminising about the good ole old days when I would be sitting on the porch just singing my ears off, not a care to the world. Now, with having to make a living at my craft and be a successful singer in this music business things can seem so hectic, there’s music...lyrics...dress...photos...promotion...it goes on and
on.

Now, I’m not complaining it’s just that one finally gets to see what it’s like to be a singer; how being a successful singer entail a lot of behind the scene activity. You get to understand why so few entertainers make it in the bis. The machanics of showbusiness are unique to the business itself, that’s why the average person preceives it to be so special. Indeed, showbusiness is special, it is so because of the emotions it creates in us. Surely, it gives us what no other arena of live can - the show.

Bascially, this post was to air my reason for being away so long from this blog...I’m telling you being a singer is hard work and time-consuming. I try to get over here but something related to my singing career pushes it to the back burner, and the next thing you know it’s been weeks since I’ve posted. So, loyal comrades please bare with me as I navigate this entertainment journey I’m on. The seas can get really rough.

Thank you, Micheal Jackson, King Of Pop

2009-07-13T12:47:00.000-07:00

Micheal Jackson was the undisputed "King of Pop", I am shocked and I am sad but his legacy goes on. He and his brothers, The Jackson Five, will always be deep in my heart. Thank you, Micheal, for being the one entertainer I couldn't do without. Micheal Jackson I will miss you but you will forever be with me. King of Pop, THANK YOU.

Money Talks

2009-06-17T10:45:00.000-07:00

Money talks, it has a language all to itself, a language we all understand. It is so loved, so powerful...we lose our heads over it. Yes...money talks and this little green paper carries a tremendous amount of weight on our minds. We sing about it...we think about and we crave it. Take a look at the economy, what do you think put us in this horrible economic state? Right...you guessed it - money - and the constant desire to hoard it and attain more of it. Let's start combating our greed and constant craving for money, we got to change our attitude towards it or we are in for more trouble. Think about it.

The David Letterman Apology

2009-06-16T00:37:00.000-07:00

THE LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN was not all laughs last night...he had something on his mind and said so. What was the David Letterman apology for? He wanted, or was commanded to apologize to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin, and her daughters for his shocking jokes about Sarah Palin's family last week. He did seem earnest in the apology, though, even after a war of words in his own defense. A comedian can easily find himself in trouble for his looseness and freedom in expressing a point of view or to get a laugh. And the David Letterman apology was the final result of this comedian’s freedom of choice. He promised to be more careful in the future but we know David Letterman, he dances to his own comedic tune. Well, that’s the life of a daring “funnyman”, and how we love them.

David Carradine Death Photo

2009-06-15T08:53:00.000-07:00

Every spin media type is talking about the secret David Carradine Death Photo. They seem to have forgotten the actor, David Carradine, and his fine career in a tough business. David is most known for his lead role in “Kung Fu”, the hit television series that took the world by storm. Stories about a David Carradine Death Photo and the like are just so sad. I loved him in Kung Fu and respect this man...so even if he was alittle different I still thank him for joy he brought me from his acting ability. So, don’t forget about this fine actor’s career and replace it with the “David Carradine Death Photo”.

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2009-06-14T23:38:00.000-07:00

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LA Lakers Get Ready For Your Parade!!

2009-06-14T22:08:00.000-07:00

The parade is coming...Kobe Bryant , Phil Jackson and the rest of you LA Lakers have done it again. Congratulations! Yes, the LA Lakers are NBA champs again...sorry Orlando Magic. Enjoy your victory parade.

Can Cobe Bryant’s Basketball Skills Win The NBA Trophy?

2009-06-14T19:35:00.000-07:00

Can Cobe Bryant and The La Lakers get it done tonight? Can Cobe Bryant bring enough to the game to closeout the Orlando Magic? Can Cobe Bryant win one without Shaq? Well, let’s see, tonight we all will see if he can do it. Let’s stay tuned... Opps...looks like they WON!!!

Mike Tyson

2009-06-14T18:22:00.000-07:00

What a blow....what a misfortune...hasn’t Mike Tyson gone through enough pain? Now, his daughter just died, so...so sad. This man is really going through some rough times. All I can say is man, be strong...stay strong Mike.

My Goodness...Headbanging And Tragedy At The 2009 Tony Awards

2009-06-08T22:45:00.000-07:00

I enjoyed the Tony Awards...that opening number was out of this world, that was one magnificent production. The host was down-to-earth and cool, I felt him but I’m afraid Elton John didn’t appreciate his Billy Elliot “scratch-n-sniff” joke. Well...still I loved most of the show...gotta watch again, I tell ya...maybe in 2020....ha...ha....just kidding. Billy Elliot did well, huh? It brought home 10 Tony Awards. WOW!!!

But come on folks...what happened, who was out to get the guy from Poison during the “Rock Of Ages” set - Bret Micheals? I almost fell out(yes, again), when I found out that he went through this. Why did this have to occur - we dealing with professional technicians, right! CRAZY!!! But as they say, “the show must go on”....and they never told us about the incident during the Tony Awards telecast. See, we entertainers have a hard job, too...we can get injured on the job, too. But, I’m thinking somebody on the Tony Awards didn’t quite love Mr. Bret Micheals - that he wanted to hurt Poison’s lead singer. There are many “player haters” in the music industry and show business. How could such an obviously avoidable mishap occur...just hold the prop up til Bret Micheals clears it. HUH?!!!

Well, Bret made it - but the Tony Awards must be more careful when it comes to checking out their stagehands.... Please!!! Bret, get well, man...don’t worry, you will be back rockin’ the house in no time at all.

HDTV: A Government Crime!

2009-05-31T13:57:00.000-07:00

I’m so mad, this US government has made a deal with cellular telephone companies behind my back? I’m appalled...I’m disgusted, I feel the government has did me in again. How can our government officials do such things over and over? We are just pawns in the government's game, they use us and abuse us...yes, politics is a dirty game.

But this issue - HDTV - is criminal, the deal was done with no public acknowledgement at all. Where was the media? See you can't totally trust the media either...could they be in on the take, too? A good question, huh? A question that needs to be answered. But this high definition television transition is so unfair even if one is financially able to acquired it. By financially able i mean people who can purchase a high definition television, or who can buy a converter box - these people feel no pain in this HDTV transition. How can they? They have the money to do what is needed to continue seeing their televisions.

The crime committed by the US government entails the total failure of implementing a plan that would have insured that all - the rich and the poor - would have access to a public, tax-supported(FCC) upgradation of our airwaves. I and every other citizen should have been given a no cost solution to this transition to a new frequency band. It is obvious that this was done behind closed doors...and now we get to smell the unbearable stitch of the dirty, unfair dealings of our FCC. This is appalling to the upmost. This high definition situation is so...so unfair; in that, it is a tax, public issue. Tell me, if you didn’t have the funds to buy a new tv, or you couldn’t even afford a converter box, would you feel our government was watching out for you? No!! I’m sure you would say that the FCC really let us down this time agree. Yes...we done have to watch television, that’s so true but we all do, and the airwaves are for all us american citizens, and we have the FCC to insure that we all have the right to these airwaves. How can they flip the switch and cut off a good portion of the television viewing public when they are supposed to look out for our interests.

The results of this underhanded agreement will be devastating, many will go without tv...I sorely feel for these people. Many have no access to the internet, many can’t read, many do not have the money that they will need to go along with the coupons the government is issuing. They really messed up this time - greed was forefront in the FCC’s mind this time - they did us in bigtime. I speak mostly for the have-nots, these people are and will suffer from this so unfair circumstance. So many will be without television come June 12, 2009. What an inconsiderate, selfish act on the part of our government and electronics companies. You all get a F, what a horrible way to treat your fellow americans. I have spoken.