Saturday, November 9, 2013
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
First Lady, Michelle Obama
Throughout 2007 and 2008, she helped campaign for her husband's presidential bid. She delivered a keynote address at the 2008 Democratic National Convention and also spoke at the 2012 Democratic National Convention. She is the mother of daughters Malia and Sasha. As the wife of a Senator, and later the First Lady, she has become a fashion icon and role model for women, and an advocate for poverty awareness, nutrition, and healthy eating.
Jada Pinkett Smith on Past Addiction
Jada Pinkett Smith was born to Robson Pinkett Jr. and Adrienne Banfield-Jones in Baltimore, Maryland. Her father was a contractor and her mother was a nurse. They divorced after only a few months of marriage. She majored in dance and choreography at the Baltimore School for the Arts, where one of her classmates was Tupac Shakur.
Word of the day- Fatalistic
adj.
Believing that all events are inevitable and unchangeable; resigned to fate.
She is a believer of fatalism, so she has come to terms with growing old and getting wrinkles.
Believing that all events are inevitable and unchangeable; resigned to fate.
She is a believer of fatalism, so she has come to terms with growing old and getting wrinkles.
Jawlensky's Young Girl in a Flowered Hat - Smarthistory
Jawlensky's Young Girl in a Flowered Hat - Smarthistory
Assignment 1.
I found this picture interesting because of Jawlensky’s use of bold somewhat structured lines combined with vivid and raw, yet purposeful strokes of color. The skin tones in Jawlensky’s art are usually an odd hue for any person's skin, but he/she finds a way to draw your focus away from that. The way Jawlensky blends his/her colors together is masterful and simplistically free spirited at the same time. Every time I look at this piece a different aspect of its uniqueness stands out to me.
I found this picture interesting because of Jawlensky’s use of bold somewhat structured lines combined with vivid and raw, yet purposeful strokes of color. The skin tones in Jawlensky’s art are usually an odd hue for any person's skin, but he/she finds a way to draw your focus away from that. The way Jawlensky blends his/her colors together is masterful and simplistically free spirited at the same time. Every time I look at this piece a different aspect of its uniqueness stands out to me.
MJ Gist
Friday, September 20, 2013
Tiffany Poland talks about her "Life After" The Flava Drama
Monday, September 9, 2013
Driver charged after online confession
US killer drink-driver charged after online confession
Matthew Cordle said he would plead guilty to any
charges related to the death of Vincent Canzani
An Ohio man who confessed in an
online video to killing a man in a drink-driving accident has been charged with
aggravated vehicular homicide.
Matthew Cordle, 22, was expected to turn himself in ahead of an arraignment on Tuesday.
In a video posted last week on two websites, Mr Cordle said he accepted "full responsibility" for the death of Navy veteran Vincent Canzani, 61.
Prosecutor Ron O'Brien said Mr Cordle had been a suspect in the June crash.
The charge carries a maximum eight-year prison sentence.
Monday, September 2, 2013
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities
Creating a volunteer opportunity is a process, which may take up to 6 months. In that process, Global Ministries attempts to match an individual's skills and interests with a need or opportunity that one of our international partners may have at the moment. Please plan accordingly for this time of dialogue and discernment as you consider your available dates
Creating a volunteer opportunity is a process, which may take up to 6 months. In that process, Global Ministries attempts to match an individual's skills and interests with a need or opportunity that one of our international partners may have at the moment. Please plan accordingly for this time of dialogue and discernment as you consider your available dates
Syrian's not convinced America will attack.
French MPs to see 'evidence' of Syria chemical weapons
--There must be "a firm international response to deter any future use of such weapons", he said, or else it would send a "dangerous signal to dictators all over the world".
But he stressed any action would have to be "very short, sharp, tailored" and accompany a political process.--( Read Entire Article)
American History and The Civil Rights Movement
Our Favorite Moments of the President with Icons of African American History and the Civil Rights Movement
Since taking office, President Obama has welcomed many icons of the civil rights
movement to the White House, including Tuskegee Airmen, Freedom Riders, Negro
League Baseball players, artists, musicians and activists. Today, with President
Obama set to speak from the Lincoln Memorial to mark the 50th Anniversary of the
March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, we present some of our favorite behind
the scenes moments of the President with these icons of African American history
and the civil rights movement. (FULL Source ARTICLE)
Thursday, August 15, 2013
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
What is the Accelerating Men's Initiative?
Accelerating Ministries Inc. is the assessments in helping young men identify who they are and understand what their true gifts are. It’s the drive to encourage young men to be a part of Accelerating Men, which is a program to help young men understand how to accelerate in their God-given talents, abilities, gifts and skills.
What will the Accelerating Men Learn?
Accelerating Men will be taught the skills of making better sound decisions in their life. These young men will be guided by true doctrine, which will allow them to work and move through their problems. By using practical interpretation, these young men will explore healthy solutions to guide their actions.
Accelerating Men will participate in exciting workshops once a month, which consists of peer interactions and small groups discussions. Every Accelerating Men participant will be assigned one Leading Man Mentor who shares the same interest as they do.
The Leading Man Mentor will be accountable in helping the Accelerating Men participant, in developing his true God given Gift. Each participant will be partnered with their Leading Man Mentor once they have fully completed the Accelerating Men Program requirements.
acceleratingministriesinc.org
It is 40 years since a ‘back to school jam' in New York’s west Bronx kickstarted a movement and spawned a whole culture. BBC Culture’s Rebecca Laurence looks back on a party that changed the world.
On a hot August night in 1973, Clive Campbell, known as DJ Kool Herc, and his sister Cindy put on a ‘back to school jam’ in the recreation room of their apartment block at 1520 Sedgwick Avenue in the west Bronx. Entrance cost 25c for ‘ladies’ and 50c for ‘fellas’
Read More (Source)
Saturday, July 27, 2013
Children Learn What They Live...by Dorothy Law Nolte
Children Learn What They Live
By Dorothy Law Nolte
By Dorothy Law Nolte
If children live with criticism,
They learn to condemn.
If children live with hostility,
They learn to fight.
If children live with ridicule,
They learn to be shy.
If children live with shame,
They learn to feel guilty.
If children live with encouragement,
They learn confidence.
If children live with tolerance,
They learn to be patient.
If children live with praise,
They learn to appreciate.
If children live with acceptance,
They learn to love.
If children live with approval,
They learn to like themselves.
If children live with honesty,
They learn truthfulness.
If children live with security,
They learn to have faith in themselves and others.
If children live with friendliness,
They learn the world is a nice place in which to live.
Copyright © 1972/1975 by Dorothy Law Nolte
Dorothy Law Nolte, Ph.D.
This is the author-approved short version.
Friday, July 26, 2013
Blind no more: It's Like I'm a child all over again'
86 year old man, who was born blind,sees for the first time.
Blind no more: 'It’s like I’m a child all over again'
Friday, July 19, 2013
Why You Should Lift Weight
Why You Should Lift Weight
The first few times you strength train may seem like a waste of time. The longer you stick with it, the more muscle mass you’ll build and the more calories you’ll burn. (Source)
Dog pictured floating to sleep in owner's arms has died
Schoep, the arthritic dog who became an Internet sensation last summer when he was photographed floating peacefully in Lake Superior in his owner’s arms, has passed away. Read More...
Also, take a look at this slide show. One author said no dog should die alone no matter their age. Adopt an old dog today!
Thursday, July 18, 2013
Monday, July 15, 2013
5 Exercises to Try at Work
Studies show that a sedentary work environment can lead to a high risk of obesity if you are an office worker, especially if you work over 40 hours a week. While healthy diet plans, strength training, and aerobic exercise are important outside of the office; you can also optimize your exercise routines while at work. (Read More)
NAACP calls on Obama to pursue civil rights charges against Zimmerman
NAACP calls on Obama to pursue civil rights charges against Zimmerman
Outraged by an acquittal in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin, the NAACP quickly called for civil rights charges against George Zimmerman. "The most fundamental of civil rights — the right to life — was violated the night George Zimmerman stalked and then took the life of Trayvon Martin," the NAACP wrote in an online petition to Attorney General Eric Holder. "We ask that the Department of Justice file civil rights charges against Mr. Zimmerman for this egregious violation."(Read More)
Hero teen gets on bike, tracks down kidnapper and rescues 5-year-old
Temar Boggs was hanging out in his Pennsylvania neighborhood when he heard that officers were looking for a reportedly kidnapped 5-year-old girl. Boggs, 15, and his friends got on their bikes and joined the search. "I had the gut feeling that I was going to find the little girl," Boggs said. After first checking the woods and along a creek, Boggs spotted a maroon car that started backtracking through the neighborhood, presumably to avoid a group of officers. He caught up to the car, causing the driver to stop and push the girl out. Boggs scooped her up and delivered her to the police. "I'm just a normal person," he said. "It was a blessing for me to make that happen."
Saturday, July 13, 2013
Jury finds George Zimmerman not guilty
Outside court, some supporters of Martin’s family chanted, “The system failed us!”
Jurors in the trial of George Zimmerman found him not guilty in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin.
A Florida jury acquitted George Zimmerman on Saturday night in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin, which touched off an intense national debate about race, guns and self-defense.
Read More...Jury finds George Zimmerman not guiltyLive by Your Own Rules
Live by Your Own Rules: "Viva is fresh and unexpected. A sexy daring blend of notes that brings out the duality of a woman. The Viva woman is powerful, yet seductive. She lives life by her own rules."
- Fergie
- Fergie
Black Celebrities Who’ve Fought Breast Cancer
African American women are 10% less likely to have been diagnosed with breast cancer; however, they are almost 40% more likely to die from breast cancer, as compared to non-Hispanic white women. Here are a few well-known Black celebrities who have suffered from breast cancer.
Thursday, July 11, 2013
Sunday, June 30, 2013
Signs of Over Heating & Exhaustion
Heat stroke or sunstroke is a life-threatening condition when the body’s cooling system stops working properly. This allows the body’s internal body temperature to rise so high that damage to organs or even the brain can occur.
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Monday, June 10, 2013
Why Is a Strong Core Important for Everyday Life?
Neglecting your core can have adverse effects on your everyday activities. Here are some of the functions a well-developed core will help you perform...
Sunday, June 9, 2013
Free Final Wishes Guide
I am aware of the emotional upset one may experience at a time such as this. So that I may spare you any additional unrest, I have prepared this booklet to help you with the planning and decision making that must be done.
Within these pages I have outlined my final wishes. I have specified the arrangement that should be made and provided a list of those who should be informed of my passing.
I have also provided a detailed list of all legal and financial information that will be needed when settling my estate. I hope this somewhat lessens the difficulties you may face upon my passing.
In the event of your death, will you leave your loved ones with questions or with a plan?
Our final wishes guide allows you to set in motion, the unavoidable decisions that have to be made when some one dies.
PROTECT YOUR FAMILY.
Get Your FREE Final Wishes Guide Today!
Friday, June 7, 2013
What is joint life insurance?
There are two main types of joint life insurance, (first-to-die) and (second-to-die).
With a joint life insurance (first-to-die) policy, two people are insured. Benefits are paid when the first person dies. The premiums on this type of policy is lower than if two policies were bought whose total death benefit equaled the death benefit under the joint life insurance policy.
With a joint and survivor life insurance (second-to-die) policy, two people are also insured under one policy, but pays death benefits only when the second insured person dies.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
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