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  • Whitney Houston, the Queen of the Nile and of Pop, Dead at 48
    She had beauty an amazing voice, millions of fans and dozens of awards. The media did not treat her kind and she struggled to be kind to herself and her body.
  • 'Soul Train' Reaches End of the Line for Creator Don Cornelius
    Don Cornelius was barrier breaking and in 1971 he created "Soul Train," the nation’s first syndicated dance show for African Americans. The show had a monumental impact on African American youth and the music industry for more than 35 years.
  • Ron Blagojevich, Former Illinois Govenor Sentenced to 14 Years in Federal Prison
    When allegations of corruption first surfaced in the state house in Illinois, then Govenor Ron Blagojevich was defiant and claimed that he was an innocent warlock in a political witch hunt. Today, Blagojevich admitted his guilt and asks for forgiveness.
  • Newt Gingrich and Herman Cain, Strange Political Bedfellows
    Herman Cain convinced himself that white folk might support him as the GOP nominee. Either because he was naive or a dreamer. He did help them toss him to the curb fast and Newt Gingrich was waiting in his tow truck to put up the Cain Roadkill.
  • Herman Cain Washed Up and Bowing Out
    The ride back to Georgia this weekend will be the longest ride ever for Herman Cain. He must go home and face the music of his rollingstone ways. He must explain to his wife why four women are all lying on his innocent self.
  • Thanksgiving 2011, the Day Thanksgiving in America Died
    They stood in line for days and hours waiting for bargains. Children wives and husband left behind, looking to save dollars, they were like race car drivers trying to stop on a dime. But what did the kodak moment look like for real, very very sad.......
  • Kohl's, Macy's Target, Gap and Best Buy Giving American Families a Raw Deal
    Kohl's Motto is "Expect Great Things" but the only thing you can expect from this retailer, Macy's Target, the Gap and Best Buy is greed. The retailers of these popular stores with their made in China products are time jacking American families.
  • Tyler Pery's Kim Kardashian Connection Causes a Backlash in the African American Community
    Tyler Perry has bcome one of the African American's most followed movie directors and writers. African American women had been his most loyal and defensive fans. His recent casting of Kim Kardashian has angered his fans and may cost him ticket sales.
  • Honoring Our Military Men and Women, We Owe Them Our Freedom
    The men and women that risk thier lives and limbs to protect our freedom are under-valued and appreciated. They often return home without emotional, educational, social or the financial support they need to live life after war.
  • Alonte Vindel and Delonte Mickey, Jr(Two Brothers and Now Two Angels)
    Today a mother and father said goodbye to their two baby boys who died in a crash on one of our most traveled roads. Let their deaths give us pause to slow down, be more courteous, considerate, respectful and patient while driving around DC.
  • Heavy D, the Over Weight Lover, Dies at 44-Years Old
    Creative with his lyrics, light on his feet and with a heart as big as his stature is how many will remember rap legend and actor Heavy D. Heavy D died yesterday after collasping at his Los Angeles home. He was only 44-years old.
  • Joe Frazier "Smokin Joe" the Fire is No More
    Joe Frazier's fire in the ring has long ago been on a flicker, but on Monday, November 7, 2011 the last spark went away when the former heavyweight champion succumbed to liver cancer at the age of 67-years old.
  • Waldorf Resident Charged with Killing Fellow Student at Frostburg University
    In less than two months four young promising lives have been forever altered by senseless acts of violence over nothing important. Kortneigh McCoy and Shanee Liggins are the victim and murderess in the latest crime on a Maryland college campus.
  • President Obama and Sidney Poitier, a Case Study in America's Disrespect
    America has a history if treating African Americans like they were other than human. Even after they tried to fool the world into believing that they did judge ont he content of character and not the color of skin, President Obama is disrespected.
  • Kim Kardashian Says End of Game to Kris Humphries
    Kim Kardashian had a fairy tell wedding but happy ever after came after only 72-days of a marriage absent of bliss. Kris likely followed her mother (Kris's) advice and filed for divorce today citing unreconcilable differences.
  • Like Father, like Daughter Michael Lohan Arrested Twice in One Week
    The Lohan family has issues and this week father Michael was arrested twice in Tampa, Florida at the complaint of his younger girlfriend who seems to not want Lohan but wants the bucks selling dirt to the rag magazines can bring.
  • Bank of America is Not America's Bank!
    Americans are the biggest complainers, but we rarely taken action to change anything. We surrender our political, social and economic power to those with little regard for our lives, happiness or security, we must change that and NOW.
  • Parents that Kill Their Children, a Growing Cancer in Our Society
    I can't get the image of him out of my head, wearing a baseball hat and smile too big for his 11-year old head and face. His little friends, class and teamates now mourn his death, his step-father is beleived to have killed him and his smile.
  • MIssing 5-Year Old African American Jahessye Shockley, Have You Heard Her Story?
    Little Jahessye Shockely went missing on Tuesday October 11, 2011 from her home in th suburb of Phoenix, Arizona. Her story has not made the national news her skin is too dark. The lives of black missing children and women are rarely covered.
  • Men that Beat Women Love Topeka, Kansas
    Officials in Kansas recently decided to no longer prosecute domesitc violence cases. Budgets cuts is the cultprit that they claim forced their decision. I find their decision of their bottom line over physical and emotional protection offensive.
  • Summary of the Young and the Restless Monday Through Thursday, October 10 -14, 2011
    Victor still plays God with his daughter's heart. The Winter's men are either Uncle or daddy and Cain still lies in the name of protecting Lily. Phyllis is up to her usual no good and Victor admits she still loves Billy Boy.
  • Just My Take on Recent News Stories
    We live in crazy times and people are doing crazy things. Recent stories in the news are evidence of our declining moral and christian values. Read some stories that you may not have heard or a perspective that you might not consider.
  • The Young and the Restless Wednesday, October 5, 2011
    VIctoria can't stop thinking about Billy, even in her dream she misses him and remembers their love. Tucker confronts the sex child he made with a woman whose name he never knew and whose face he cannot remember.
  • Ben's Chili Bowl, Famous Washington DC Landmark Closed for Plumbing Upgrades
    Ben's Chili Bowl opened its doors in August 1958 and for the first time in its 53-year history its doors will be closed for one week as the building undergoes surgery to its century old pipes. Tourist will be hot and bothered and locals too must survive.
  • The Young and the Restless, Friday September 30, 2011
    The mysterious person that has been blackmailing Nick turns out to be detective Ronan Malloy. The mysterious person that Adam has been calling could turn out to be Diane Jenkins or is it really just a monkey playing some annoying cymbals?
  • The Young and the Restless, Friday, September 23, 2011
    Victor Newman is a self righteous, low down, manipulative, egotistical and controlling man. He controls people's lives in the name of love and power as if he is the master puppeteer. This week he has surpassed even Satin's expectation of evil.
  • James Byrd and Mark MacPhail, the Color of American Justice is Black and White
    Some Americans beleive that they rid themselves of their prejudices when they voted for President Obama and that his presidency shows them and the world that race in America no longer matters, they allude themselves, it does.
  • The Young and the Restless, a Viewer Vents
    For more than three decades, I have watched the Young and the Restless. Most recently the writers have challenged my loyalty and most importantly my intelligence. The weak and unbelievable storylines are nsulting and unimaginable even for a soap opera.
  • Bowie University Student Stabs Roommate During Fight Over Music on Ipod
    The Bulldog Spirit on the campus of Bowie State University was dampened by the loss of one of their own at the hands of a fellow student. A senseless act of violence, resulting from a lack of self control has devastated two families and more..........
  • The Young and the Restless, Friday, September 16, 2011
    Victor Newman is a low down,, dirty, manipulative, controlling, egotistical billionaire and he always seems to get his way. He can negotiate releases of prisoners in a foreign land and manipulate test results in the laboratory.
  • Body Found in Utah Desert May Be Susan Cox Powell
    Susan Powell has been missing for nearly two years. Remains found less than 30 miles from the site her husband allegedly went camping with their two young sons the night she disappeared nearly two years ago may be hers.
  • Sour Politics in the Big Apple
    The media are great manipulators and they influence lives in ways we do not acknowledge. We must tune them out of our brains and begin to think for ourselves. They have elected our political officials for too many year let us now cast our own votes.
  • The Nation's Church (the National Cathedral) Remembers 9/11 with a "Concert for Hope"
    President's only address to the nation today on the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks befitting occurred at the nation's church when he spoke during the National Cathedrals "Concert of Hope".
  • The Young and the Restless, Thursday, September 8, 2011
    Phyllis is a judgemental, self serving, egotisical, coniving, manipulative witch. Now the truth about this fashion diva is about to be unraveled by her sister the servant of the underdogs of the justice system, Avery.
  • Crane Crashes at National Cathedral in Washington, DC
    Mother Nature first damaged the National Cathedral in Washington when she shook the East Coast on August 23, 2011. Today again she hurt the building when her breath caused a 500-foot construction crane to crash to the streets below.
  • Michele Bachmann, a Female Rick Scott, Can She Do the Political Tango or What?
    Rick Perry and Michele Bachmann are two peas in a pod. Americans should learn from the mistakes made by Floridians when they elected Perry as their governor. Listen to what the candidates say and hear what they do not say.
  • From Boys to a Unique Blend of Men
    The Black man has contributed much to America, his family and his community. The good that he does is often eclipsed by history. He is beautiful outside but his inner beauty is more profound. Read this moving story of "The Boys, A Unique Blend of Men".
  • The Young and the Restless, Thursday September 1, 2011
    Jill did not go up the hill this time, she lay on the desk in her office making out with her ex-husband who was really not her husband because he was already married to the lady whose desk they are making out on in the office the two share, more.....
  • Pairing of Couples for the 13th Season of Dancing with the Stars Announced
    David Arquette is feared by his competition and the fact that he is paired with last year's winner Kim Johnson is reason for some to feel threatened. Others like Nancy Grace need more than
  • The Young and the Restless, Tuesday August 30, 2011
    Jill and Genevieve both went to the office to get a marketing job. Who will fall down and break their claw and leave the other one standing? Malcolm and Neil go hard on the asphalt court with the hard rubber ball over baby daddy brother drama.
  • A Long Way from Chastity, the Cast of Dancing with the Stars 2011
    The 2011 list of celebrities appearing on Dancing with the Stars is surprizing. David Arquette is the one to beat according to his competition. The season should be interesting but the prospects for good dancing is a solo hope.
  • Memories of Hurricane Katrina, a Six Year Reflection
    Time passes by so fast and memories often fade. Memories of Katrina seem as real as they did six years ago. This posting is what this writer wrote in her journal days after Mother Nature's wrath. As I read it in again sx yeas later, not much has changed.
  • The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, a Must See National Monument
    Ceremonies to celebrate and unveil the memorial to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, jr was postponed due to the threat of inclement weather from hurricane Irene. The writer of this blog visited the memorial and writes about that experience in this blog.
  • The Young and the Restless,Tuesday August 22, 2011
    Catherine goes head to head with Tucker for Jabot. Nick and Ashely concot a story to keep Ronan off their trail. Deacon is sniffing Phyllis' tenacity and it is just about to put him into a coma.
  • Nick Ashford, Motown Songwriter and Artist Dead at 70
    He was tall,dark, handsome and talented Nick Ashford will no longer write or sing for us. He is now among other talented musicians that have gone home. I know that heaven just go a big bright smile and another member in its choir.
  • The Help, Ain't Much Changed in Good Ole Mississippi
    James Craig Anderson worked at an auto plant. He had relatives that loved him and he loved life. The 49-year old African American man was beaten and then intentionally run over by white teens out to "mess with" some black folk.
  • The Young and the Restless, Tuesday, August 16, 2011
    The funeral of Diane Jenkins is attended by all those who hated her and one of those that likely killed her. Deacon has his eyes on Phyllis and he has and ace up his sleep that might just get her in his bed or will the red-haired Phyllis call his bluff?
  • Apopka, Florida MegaChurch Co-Founder Zachery TIms, Found Dead in New York Hotel
    Zachary TIms was a handsome, successful preacher with a large congregation. He survived the scandal from an extra marital affair and was back on his spiritual path in a big way. On Friday he was found dead on the floor of his New York hotel room.
  • Are Police Officers Exempt from Cellphones Laws?
    Many states across America have handsfree driving laws that restrict the use of cellphones without hands free headsets. The law applies to all citizens including our police officers, are the exempt from obeying these laws?
  • The Young and the Restless Monday, August 8, 2011
    Ronan Malloy is about as cold as they come. He breaks the hearts of lovers and his mother without missing a heartbeat. Genevieve Atkinson is up to no good but she is so good at it. Lily has decided she is ready to end her marriage to the lying Cane.
  • Poor Standard's for the World Economies
    And so it came to be that a company called Standard & Poor's had the power to affect the lives of million of American citizens. I say tell S&P where they can shove their credit rating. Let's stand by our President and show them they do not determine our
  • September 11, 2001, the One Day Color Did Not Matter
    In just a couple of weeks, the nation will reflect on the most traggic day in our history. The day we lost our freedom, on our own soil and in our own lives. That fateful Tuesday forever changed the freedom we took for granted then and forever more
  • Miss Mary and Mr. Ossie
    The days of my childhood were priceless. They were simple, full of imagination and graced with wonderful people that nurtured all the children in the neighborhood. The memories of those days still makes me smile I hope it will do the same for you.
  • The Death of Bubba Smith, Officer Hightower Stands Tall No More
    Bubba Smith was an imposing figure on the football field and in the movie set. The actor died on Wednesday at the age of 66 in his California home. Goodbye Officer Hightower, RIP.
  • The Young and the Restless, Wednesday, August 3, 2011
    The murder of Diane Jenkins has all of Genoa City on pins and needles but not mourning the death of the woman everybody hated. Jack and Victor work to find Kyle before he hears the news of his mother's death from the media.
  • John Boehner and the Republicans a Party Not for the People
    When he is happy, the pearly whites are blinding and so it was when the controversial debt ceiling bill passed by a significant margin.
  • Faifax County Police Searching for Suspect Slashing Women's Butt's in Mall Clothing Stores
    The mind of the crimminal seems more perverted everyday. A serial "butt slasher" is on the loose in Northern Virginia. The suspect distracts young women in clothing stores, slashes their butts and then disappears.
  • The Republic Set Up for Debt Up Ceiling, Boehner and His Team of Jackasses and Jenny's
    John Boehner has been called a cry baby, but his position on the debt ceiling makes him appear to be a cry baby with no heart. The lives of so many are at risk because of his desire to make the president fail.
  • The Young and the Restless, Tuesday, July 26, 2010
    Diane Jenkins is on a downward spiral that will likely lead to her own "real" demise. Adam slithers in every corner to hear words that he would use in his plan to kill Diane. Billy is in so much pain that he pushes the love of his life Victoria away.
  • David Wu, Another Disgraced Politician Bites the Sexual Political Dust
    David Wu, served his constiuents well and they rewarded him by sending him seven times to Washington, DC to represent them. His fall from grace like that of so many of his colleagues was at his own hand and at with the wrong head.
  • The Young and the Restless, Monday, July 25, 2011
    When it comes to being dumb about men, Sharon Newman wins the prize. I thought she was dumb as a blonde, but even with her hair dyed, she loves the men to dog her out. Really Sharon, wake up and smell reality!
  • Anders Behring Breivik and the Changing Face of Evil
    Violence all over the world has a prettier, less scary face. It is easier to disguise and cna ge found where least expected.
  • The Space Shuttle Marathon, a Race to a Meaningless and Costly Finish
    For what purpose did America enter the race to outer space? At the end of the three decade, two hundred billion marathon what was achieved? This American says absolutely nothing!
  • Remember Caylee, Do Not Contribute to Caycee's Getting Rich, She is Already Famous
    It infuriates me to think of how much money Casey Anthony will likely make from killing her daughter. I will not contribute to one red cent of that income. I will not buy, watch, listen to or read anything about that horrible excuse for a human being.
  • The Young and the Restless, Friday, July 1, 2011
    Sharon Newman is a woman that most men find hard to resist. If they stay around her too long, they fall for her and they fall hard. Sam the Veternarian is no exception. Nick must love to get burned by the flames from Phyllis's red hot hair.
  • Michelle Bachmann, a Petite Package of Hot Political Air
    Michelle Bachmann says that President Obama is a one-term president. That statement seems to be her campaign and political lifeline. What does she offer, what does she really stand for? The Obama blame game prevents her from telling us.
  • The Two Year Anniversary of the Death of Farrah Fawcett
    June 25, 2011 markes the second year that Charlie has been minus and angel and heaven do doubt has a new shade of red. The beautiful actress is still remembered as one of Hollywood's most beautiful women.
  • The Two Year Anniversary of the Death of Michael Jackson
    June 25, 2011 marks the second anniversary of the day Michael Jackson died. His legacy and his music live on, he contributed so much to our music, our entertainment and our lives. I loved Michael and i miss him terribly.
  • Lululemon Bethesda Store Re-opening is Bitter Sweet
    Jayna Murray was happy with the way she had lived her thirty years. Her brutal murder by a co-worker stunned the upscale Maryland community where the Lululemon Athletic and Yoga is located. On Friday, June 24th it re-opened in Jayna's name and in love.
  • Sarah Palin Riding Hood, a Political Fairy Tale
    The Sarah Palin story is reminiscent of the children's tales, "Little Red Riding Hood". There is no big bad wolf in the Palin version only a high pitched speaking, irritating to the ears Momma Bear named Sarah. Read the full story! You mighta lika it!
  • The Young and the Restless, Wednesday June 22, 2011
    Malcolm cries as Sophia comes clean about sleeping with his brother. Sharon has put the voo doo on another man who has fallen for her. Jill tells Janine to let the door hit her where the good Lord split her. Catherine consoles Jill.
  • The Young and the Restless, Monday, June 20, 2011
    Emotions galore all over Genoa City sparked by the fire in a redhead named Phyllis. A confident and cocky Adam Newman does not seem to be blind anymore. I must have missed the episode when his signt was miracously restored.
  • Clarence Clemons, Bruce Springsteen's "E Street" Band Saxophonist Dead at 69
    Clarence Clemons could really blow the saxophone. "The Big Man" and "The Boss" could really work the crowd and make their instruments sing. The two knew how to work the crowd and please their fans. How will Springsteen do that now?
  • The Young and the Restless, Friday, June 17, 2011
    Phyllis wins custody of Lucy. Victors throws Diane out like the garbage that she is. Jack plays with fire with Janine whose elevator does not go to the top floor. Victoria is devastated that Billy broke his promise and that she has lost Lucy.
  • The Hot Dog on the Grill is Cooked Enough, Anthony Weiner Resigns
    In 2011 only our telephony devices seem to be smart. This is a test of the politician stupidity system, "all politicians please secure your mistresses, lovers, sexting buddies, twitter and emails pals to prevent your drama from interfering with my soaps
  • The American Girl Doll Experience Comes to Washington, DC Area
    In 2011 little girls grow up too fast and focus too much on material things. The opening of the American Girl Doll Store in Tysons Corner brings to moms and their daughters a chance to go back in time and share the diversity of other American girls.
  • Assistant Principal of Virginia Elementary School Arrested for Child Pornography
    He was in a position of authority and perhaps the admiration, innocence and trust of his young students made his deviant sexual behavior and less suspect. The 29-year old assistant principal has now been arrested.
  • The Young and the Restless, Wednesday, June 15, 2011
    Abby's half billion dollars is weighing her down. She wants to give it all back and turn back the hands of tiem. Catherine is torn between her loyalty for two friends. Phyllis buys a frumpy dress for Daisy to wear in court, but what will she wear?
  • Elephants Making Noise, the Republican Presidential Debate
    Politicians and honesty should be an oxymoron. They rarely can be found together and particularly in the form of a human being. The players on tour in the production of Republican Candidates 2012 is an interesting cast of characters.
  • Prince George's County Maryland is Not What it Use to Be
    It was once described as the up and coming place for affluent African Americans. The household income per capita for African Americans was the highest in the country. With 56 murders in the county this year, the perception and lifestyle is changing.
  • Wynetta and Jaylin Wright Laid to Rest
    Richmond Phillips is a married man who has been charged with killing his ex-girlfriend and their 11-month old baby girl to prevent her from purusuing a paternity claim against him. Instead of having to pay child support, he now may pay with his life.
  • The Young and the Restless, Friday June 10, 2011
    This week on the Young and the Restless, drama was everywhere. Cain is not dead, Lily is not crazy, Daisy is back in town and Billy and VIctoria get their precious littel Lucy back.
  • Clara Luper, Mother of the Oklahoma Sit-Ins and Civil Rights Movement Dies at 88
    Yesterday after a lengthy illness, civil rights activist Clara Luper died at the age of 88. She was a force to be reckoned with for more than six decades. Her teaching inspired many and her tenacity motivated hundreds. She will be sorely missed.
  • Get Rid of the Poison People in Your Life
    Toxic people come in all shapes, ages and sizes. Interacting with them can affect your mood and your outlook on life. You have the power to extricate herself from toxic relationships; tell the poision people to go away or they will steal your joy!
  • Weiner, Not Such a Hot Dog After All
    Annthony Weiner is an insecure man who needed others to approve or validate him. He has gotten caught with his shirt off and now he should just bare the consequence of his actions. Man Up, Weiner!
  • How Jack Kevorkian Taught Us How to Live
    Jack Kevorkian was passionate about death. He proposed that inmates be given anesthesia so that their organs might be harvested and at point was adamant that they not have a choice in the matter. Are we more compassionate about life because of him?
  • Former NY Receiver Plaxico Burress Released from Rome, New York Prison
    The former wide receiver has paid his dues and was released today to return back to his life with his wife and two young children. Whether his career is over is yet to be determined. His talent, some luck and public opinion will decide.
  • Breaking Political Plates, the Sex Effect
    John Edwards cheated on his cancer stricken wife and he lied to those that elected him. He is now on the rolls of dozens of politicians who sacrifice everything for a few minutes of pleasure. I wonder if it was worth it?
  • The Young and the Restless, Week of May 30, 2011
    Recently, the writers and producers of the The Young and the Restless lack imagination in their storylines. The expect us to believe that Cain is alive and that is twin brother who before did not exist was killed, and yet we still watch Y&R.
  • June 2011 is African American Music Appreciation Month
    African American muisic is intertwined in almost every aspect of American history. From the slaves in the field, workers on the railroad and those that entertained after entering through the back door of the concert halls, black music is American music.
  • Shaquille O'Neal Retires from Basketball
    Too many that are called celebrities in sports, theatre, drama, music and the movies often stay around when their talent has left them behind. Shaquille O'Neal knows when to walk away and he is doing so by retiring from basketball after 19 years.
  • Grandmother Huxtable, Actress Clarice Taylor Dies at Age 93
    Clarice Taylor was a gifted actress whose career spanned more than a half century. She entered theatre through the doors of Black theatre with the Negro Ensemble and worked her way into the hearts of millions of American homes as a Huxtable.
  • Sean Kingston Moved from Trauma to Intensive Care Unit of Hospital
    Rap artist Sean Kingston is said to alert and responsive in the Miami Hospital where he is being treated for injuries sustained when he hit a Miami bridge while driving a jet ski on Sunday. The young rapper does not use any profanity in his lyrics.
  • THe Bold and the Beautiful is Now Weak and Unattractive
    For more than 24 years thousands of fans faithfully watched the CBS Soap and with its cast of characters and their twisted lives. Today the stories are predictable and unbelievable, turning away some loyal and long time fans.
  • Vernice Armour, the FIrst African American Female Combat Pilot
    Verncie Armour did not include the word "can't " in her vocabulary. When it surfaced in the vocabulary of others she kicked it to the curb and moved it forward. She became the military's only African American female combat pilot.
  • Rapper Sean Kingston Injured on Recreation Water Vehicle in Miami
    Rap artist Sean Kingston and a female companion were injured yesterday in Miami when the Watercraft vehicle he was driving crashed into a Miami Beach bridge yesterday. .
  • The History of Memorial Day
    General John A. Logan and Mrs. Nella L. Sweet are not names that you may recognize but they each made a significant contribution to our nations history and the way we honor our service men an women on Memorial Day.
  • Grease and Taxi Star Jeff Conoway Dead at Age 60
    At age 10, Jeff Conoway had a promising career. He starred worked with a theater legend (Lillian Gish) and later was one of the stars of one of the most proclaimed contemporary musicals Grease. The drug scene won out and ultimately ended his life.
  • Paris Blues, a Classic Movie About Romantic Love and the Love of Jazz
    This 1961 movie had a tremendous impact on my life as a little black girl. It outlined the physical and emotional character of my future prince charming. Diahann Carroll was my Cinderella (no images of black princesses existed for me then).
  • Common Spaces in Public Places for Germs to Hide
    Hospital and computer rooms are kept cold to keep them running and to keep them germ free.Much of the country is always facing unusually hot temperatures and nothing thrives more in the heat than nasty germs.
  • Sarah Palin and Gracie Allen, a Common Political Journey
    Sarah Palin will dominate the news again as she goes on her "One Nation" bus tour with husband Todd. She has a lot in common with Gracie Allen of Burns and Allen fame, do you know what that is?
  • The Oprah Effect, How it Changed Us
    There may be some imitators but there will be do duplicators of the effect and impact that Oprah Winfrey had on America. It seems amazing that one person could have affected what we do and how we think in America, but it we are honest Oprah did just that
  • Pittsburgh Steeler Hines Ward Wins Season 12 of Dancing with the Stars
    After 10 long weeks of competition, a man of Steele wins the trophy. Hines Ward, Pittsburgh Steeler Wide Receiver and his professional dance partner take the top prize on ABC's Dancing with the Stars (DWTS).
  • A Colored Girl Reflect on Father's Day
    The Black man is a beautiful specimen of God's creation. He is strong, supportive, a good provider, a loyal friend, a nurturer and a teacher. Happy Father's Day 2011.
  • Father of 17-Year-Old Ebony Franklin, Charged in Her Murder
    Ebony Franklin disappeared after visiting her father at his Southeast DC apartment. Her body was found four days later in a trash can, she had been stabbed 15 times. On Monday, her 25-year-old father was arrested and charged with her murder.
  • He Wrote the Song "You Light Up My LIfe", on Sunday May 22, 2011 Took His Own
    The songwriter that wrote the song and directed the movie, dies of suicide. The words he wrote touched so many lives but he decided to ends his won.
  • Mother Nature's Latest Wrath, Joplin Tornado Leaves at Least 106 Dead and an Unknown Number Missing
    The increase of extreme weather conditions; tsunamis, tornadoes and floods are explained away by meteorologists. The storms are classified as unprecedented, extreme, rare and by other adjectives. Could there be an old an very obvious cause?
  • Officer Shaft Hunter Dies While Pursuing a Speeding Motorcycle, a DC Officer Shot by 15-year Old Boy
    Saturday, May 21, 2011 was the last day of this years' celebration of National Police Week. In a morgue in Maryland lie one dead officer and in a hospital in DC lay another, killed and wounded in the line of duty. Let us not forget them.
  • Wrestling Legend Randy "Macho Man" Savage Dead at Age 58
    Randy "Macho Man" Savage was a man's man and he wowed the ladies with his colorful costumes and the way he fought for the woman he loved. In his death he is now received recognition for the impact he made on fashion and flair in the ring.
  • Beauty the New Ugly
    The recent news story of the Botox injecting mom is reflective of a new definition of beauty in our society. The natural beauty and innocence of children has been exchange for beauty, the new ugly.
  • Arnold Schwarzenegger 's Adultery and the Culture of Gender Hierarchy
    Women in the Bible, Sally Hemmings at Jeffeson's Monticello estate, Kissy in the Movie Roots, Lara Logan on the Streets of Cairo and you are surprized by Arnold Schwarzenegger, really?
  • Arnold's Baby is Not Your Business, it is a Matter Between Arnold, Maria and Their Family
    Why are we so fascinated even preoccuplied with the personal lives of others? My grandmother used to say, "child you must be doing something right, if other folk spend so much of their time, worrying about what you are doing".
  • Jumping the Broom, the Movie
    Hollywod does not portray black men and women loving each other genlty, romatically, passionately and completely. African American filmmakers now tell our "love stories" and they are beautiful and the things dreams are made of.
  • Donald Trump Not Making a Run for the White House
    Kudos to Donald Trump for having aces up his sleeve. He used the media and our prejudices to further brand himself and his apprentice television show. Were not we still so color insecure, he would not have been able to dupe us.
  • National Police Week 2011, Remembering Those that Protect and Serve
    This week in Washington, DC, thousands of police officers and their famiies, and the families of their comrades lost in the line of duty gather to honor them Let us re-evaluate the value we give to their lives, service and sacrifice.
  • The Young and the Restless, the Week of May May 9, 2011
    Abby Newman is spiraling out of control, drinking Moscow's drinks like bottles of spring water. VIctor and Niki can't seem to stay away from each other but the chemistry of their physical unity is not enough to overcome their emotional volatility.
  • The 2011 Freedom Riders Commemorative Bus Ride
    On Mother's Day 2011, the sons and daughters of a rainbow of mothers joined the orginal "freedom riders" on a reflective journey and a trip into our history. You may read their journal as they travel together, seasoned and young soldiers for equality.
  • The Young and the Restless This Week's Update
    What an adventurous week on the Young and the Restless. Baby Lucy is taken by CPS, Kevin is threatened with the Chipmunk Suit, VIctoria asks Billy to leave the house and Jana appears to have had a fatal seizure.
  • Remembering the Crew of Flight #93
    On Thursday, May 5, 2011 the President and Vice President visited the Twin Towers and the Pentagon to commemorate their sacrifice, did we forget the plane, in the field, in the grass, in Pennsylvania?
  • America's Reaction to Bin Laden's Death
    America waited ten years for lady justice to get Osama Bin Laden in her clutch. But what is the manner of our celebration of his death and desire to see his wounded dead corspe telling our chidren about hate?
  • The Bus Ride to Freedom, the Story of the Freedom Riders
    A group of oung Americans boarded buses in May 1961 to travel the south and integrate its restaurants and bus stations. They were beaten, jailed, threatened and killed along the way. Fifty years later what did their sacrifice yield?
  • President Lincoln Speaks About Osama Bin Laden
    Bin Laden's death has temporarily given America an injection of justice that it desperately needed. Instructions on how we should ingest this event in our history was delivered in 1863 by Abraham Lincoln, the question is America, are you listening?
  • Yes, Yes, He's Really Dead, the Wicked Terrorist is Dead, Osama Bin Laden Killed in Pakistan
    September 11, 2011 will mark the ten year anniversary of the attack on America by Osama Bin Laden. President Obama announced late on Sunday, May 1, 2011 that he is dead; his body is said to be in American custody and DNA has confirmed its identity.
  • Certifiably Inferior Donald Trump, Symptoms Can't Face Reality, Can't Comb Backwards
    Soldiers have been killed in Iraq and Afghanistan, women have been abused and killed and children have gone missing. Their stories may not have been told because of a rich man with bad hair and pouty lips whining about a birth certificate.
  • Julia Ward Howe, Think of Her on Mother's Day
    In less than two weeks most Americans will take their mothers out for dinner and buy them gifts and cards in celebration of the one day set aside to honor them. Let your mother know that you love and appreiciate her 365 days a year.
  • Phylicia Barnes, She was Smart, Beautiful, Missing and African American
    Little media attention is given to the disappearance of African American boys, girls, men and women. Phylicia Barnes was one of the missing and now she is dead. A bright light now forever dimmed.
  • The Young and the Restless Friday April 22, 2011
    Alive Sharon Newman's life was always accompanied by choas and confusion her perceived death continues the same. While those who loved her mourn and comfort each other, she finds comfort in a barn, on the hay with a baby goat named Fannie.
  • The Young and the Restless, Thursday April 21, 2011
    Sharon Newman is very much alive and now nurtures a goat rather than her own baby girl named Faith. When maternal instinct was being passed out Sharon must not have shown up. Watch up vet Sam, you may be the next to bite the dust.
  • The Signs of a Cheating Man, Your Eyes and Ears Don't Lie
    Most little girls dream about thier prince charming and as women meet frog after frog. Let me tell you frogs can break your heart and crush your self confience. Love is a many splendored thing and the player frogs wart can sting, sting, sting.
  • The Young and the Restless, Monday, April 18, 2011
    The charred body in the car Sharon was driving and the identification of the corspe by Adam leaves the authorities and her family now mourning her loss. Very much alive Sharon wakjs ub her high heel shoes to find water to quench her thirst.
  • Remebering Ms. Dorothy Height, a Lady of Many Hats
    April 20, 2011 marks the one year annivesary of the passing of Ms. Dorothy Height, civil rights activist, a voice for women's rights and the leader of the National Council of Negro Women for several decades.
  • Lessons from the Abolitionists, Stop Whispering America
    To abolish slavery in America, blacks and whites joined forces and had dialogue about the ugly system of human ownership. Hundreds of years later Americans still avoid the subject and issue of race in America.
  • This Week on the Young and the Restless
    Billy realizes that the two million dollars he paid for Baby Lucy may soon be discovered. Sophia marries the brother of the man she slept with and Sharon Dingbat Newman is on the run. Genoa City had a lot going on this week on Y & R.
  • Cracker Barrel Now Open in Southern Maryland, Made from Scratch Cooking Arrives
    Cracker Barrel Restaurants are slowly making their way north and a new location opened on April 4, 2011 in Waldorf, Maryland. It is directly off 301 or Crain highway and serves home cooked, made from scratch and family friendly priced meals.
  • The Death of Dr. Martin Luther King, a Forty Three Year Reflection
    April 4, 1968, a cowardly convict named James Earl Jones, took the life of a man and the dream of a people with a gunshot through an opened window, across the street and onto the balcony of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis.
  • Just Smile at Me
    Put on a smile today and everyday, say good morning, good afternoon or good evening to everyone you meet. It might make their day and it will make you feel like a million dollars, I promise.
  • Mothers Who Can't Say No and Retailers Steroid Clothing Our Daughters Too Fast
    What is this world and our America coming to? Push up bikinis now for sale for girls as young as seven or eight years old, birthday parties for children that cost thousands or millions of dollar. Parents get some backbone and just say NO MORE!
  • Cheating and Lies and Two Lost Lives
    Denita Smith has been dead now for four years, but the lessons of the tragedy of her death are still to be learned from those who lie, cheat and obsess over relationships gone bad. Are you a Jody or a Rufus?
  • The Young and the Restless, Drama, Surprizes and Confrontations
    Just when the Newman siblings start to celebrate their victory, their billionaire father pulls the rug right from under their "Beauty of Nature".
  • The President's Birth Certificate is Not Your Trump Card Donald
    Donald Trump is quite the risk taker and life seems to have dealt him a deck full of Aces. His claim as a republican with a heart seems ironic when he goes into President Obama attack mode.
  • The Young and the Restless Update
    Sharon Newman epitomizes the persona of a woman woman that has used so much peroxide that her brain has removed any trace of common sense. As Archie Bunker would say "what a dingbat?"
  • Update on Murder in the Suburbs, the Lululemon Athletica Murder
    It has the plot of a Lifetime Channel movie but is a real life horiffic crime. First thought a survivor of attempted murder and a sexual assault, Brittany Norwood has been arrested as the murderer of her co-worker Janna Murray.
  • Darrell Issa Please Leave the District of Columbia Alone
    With the state of the economy, two wars and countries abroad posing risk to the United States one would think that Darrell Issa would not have the time to stick his nose in the affairs of the residents of the District of Columbia, but he does.
  • Murder in the Suburbs, Lululemon in Bethesda, the Scene of a Horrific Crime
    Two employees of an upscale yoga shop were assaulted and raped, one of the young women died. It was a senseless crime in a place where clothing for peaceful meditation are sold.
  • The Loss of Our Beloved Pet Kenya
    Recently two family members just got new pets. Hearing their joy with the new additions to our family caused me to refelct on my beleoved Kenya. The death of a pet can be traumatic, but the joy they bring is priceless.
  • Archie Bunker's Legacy, a Reflective Look at the 40th Anniversary of All in the Family
    The character played by Carroll O'Connor in All in the Family was very controversial for a sundry of reasons. Archie Bunker's was considered contentious because he made us solicitous and forced us to look and listen to ourselves and each other.
  • America You Moral Hypocrits, You Made Charlie Harper Sheen
    Te fascination with Charlie Harper Sheen is amazing. Americans are so shocked yet intrigued by his antics. The irony of the sadness of the man Charlie Sheen is that you made him America as you make so many others like him.
  • The Young and the Restless, Friday March 4, 2011
    After years of coniving, manipulative and lying his way around Genoa City, Adam Wilson may actually have a heart beating in that handsome yet satanic body of his. It makes a Y&R fan almost feel sorry for this Newman
  • Bloody Sunday in Selma Alabama, the 46th Remembrance
    The Edmund Pettus Bridge may is not as famous as the George Washington Bridge or the span of metal in San Francisco called the Bay Bridge. It's impact on the lives of African Americans and the history of America is significant.
  • The 40th Anniversary Celebration, Earth, Wind & Fire
    Legendary group Earth, Wind & Fire have been making music for 40 years and on Thursday, February 24, 2011 they celebrated their longevity and success by giving back via a benefit concert for the Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, DC.
  • The Young and the Restless, Thursday, February 24, 2011
    VIctoria, Nicholas and Abby have formed an alliance to bring their father to his knees and his empire to the history of financial empire's past. They should all know better than to under estimate thier diabolical father, Victor Newman.
  • The Young and the Restless, a Valentine's Day of Surprizes, Proposals and Disappointment
    No way does Victor really want Diane after what he saw through Nick's window. Declaring her the lady in his life is his way keeping her away from his son and to repay her for sharing his and his son's bed. Watch your back Diane, watch your back!
  • The Young and the Restless This Week's Highs and Lows
    I can barely watch the television during Sharon and Adams confessions of love to each other and yet Jack and Phyllis's passion is inspiring and beautiful.
  • The Young and the Restless This Week, a Tragedy in Genoa City
    A favorite of many fans of the Young and the Restless was unexpectedly shot and killed this week. It was hard to hate Cain Ashby and it will be hard to forget him. Many of Y & R cried a river of tears this week and I was among them.
  • The First African American Newspaper Published in the United States
    "We wish to plead our own cause. Too long have others spoken for us," is what the founders of the first African American newspapers said in 1827. In 2011, I say to you the same; read about my history everyday for it is also your history.
  • Christine O'Donnell, Charlie Sheen, Atlanta Housewives and More
    We allow celebrities, news media and politicians to tell us anything and expect us to beleive it. Check out this last month's winners of the Tell Me Anything (TMA) awards.
  • The Young and the Restless, Wednesday Februuary 2, 2011
    Deep down Cain may have had a good heart and he really did love Lily. His lies and deceit may have cost him his family and at Blake's hand his life. Will the writers of Y & R now make Lily a young widow with twins?
  • "A Theatre for Colored People" the Historical Howard Theatre in Washington, DC
    Before there was Harlem, there was the Howard Theatre. It was the place where the most famousof colored entertainers performed and it was where the locals gathered in their stylist clothes to absorb their culture and show their pride.
  • Jeffrey Bordeaux, Jr a Smile to Remember
    Everyday across America hundreds of young black men die at the hands of someone who looks just like them. As a mother, I am emotionally exhausted from the pain of hearing of each and every store, each and mothers pain.
  • The Young and the Restless, Friday January 28, 2011
    Sharon Case, the actress that plays Sharon Newman must be tired of playing such s ditsy peroxide overdosed Sharon Newman. How can any woman, any mother use such poor judgement over and over again?
  • The Challenger Tragedy, a Reflection of January 28, 1986
    It was 25-years ago since the Challenger shuttle exploded only 73-seconds after lift off. Current political debate and bickering now may end the United States Space Program but we must not forget the ultimate sacriices of some brave men and women.
  • Jack LaLanne, FItness Visionary and BodyBuilder Dead at 96
    Jack LaLanne was his own man, ahead of his time, with his vision about the importance of fitness for the country of America and its citizens. He predicted the obese and weakness of our physical health nearly sixty years ago.
  • Oprah's Big Secret, is She a Mom? is She Adopted? is She Related to Someone Famous?
    Tomorrow Oprah Winfrey will reveal a secret that "shocked her to her core". As a writer I imagine tthose things that I would write in my Oprah. My suggestions are mere speculation and likely more sensation than the reality to be announced tomorow.
  • A Valentine's Day to Remember
    Nothing is more sexy or sensual than a confident person, one that loves themselves, but loves, cares and appreciates others in their life and the world. Remember that as you make your plans for Valentines Day on Monday, February 14, 2011.
  • The Young and the Restless, Thursday, January 20, 2011
    Television soap operas are only fictional stories but sometimes they are so far fetched that they insult one's intelligence. I find the Bell produced Soap the Young and the Restless to be one of those scenarios. What a lack of imagaination?
  • John F Kennedy Jr, a Fifty Year Reflection of His Inauguration
    January 20, 2011 is the 50th anniversary President Kennedy's inauguration. So muuch has changed since 1961 and much of that not for our good. This is a reflection of a better time, with a younger president and a call to action; sound familiar.
  • No More Pop Goes the Weasil, Not It's Bang Bang Goes America
    The escalating violence in America with high powered guns as the weapon of choice is a subject of debate over constituitional rights to bear arms and the human need to feel safe and not threatened by the saturation of guns in the wrong hands.
  • Republicans and Health Care Repeal, Hyprocrites Without Hearts
    For years politicians have spoke of improving health care in America so that like its creed it will be equal for all. The Health Care Reform Act signed by President Obama is not perfection but is a giant step forward; let it be, Republicans, let it be.
  • Vanessa Huxtable (Tempestt Bledsoe) to Replace Niecy Nash as Host of Clean House
    When Niecy Nash was around you knew she was in the House. Her personality, her smile and her comedic timing made her believable as the unclutter queen of cable television. Can Tempestt Bledsoe even walk in Niecy's shoes?
  • Miss America Pageant or Victoria Secret Fashion Show, What's the Difference?
    Everyhing in America is more except with the MIss America Pageant, it is definitely less, less clothes, less talent and less criteria.
  • Black History Lives
    Each year in the month of February, Americans receognize the contributions of African Americans to the wealth, culture, inventions, government and freedoms of America. The 2012 recognition will no doubt mirror that of years' past unless we change it.
  • Violence a Cancer in Our Society
    Violence is a cancer in America and it may prove to be terminal for all ofus. Our gift of life certifies us as physicians to treat and extract this cancer by limiting the violent television shows we watch, video games we play and language that we use.
  • Insurance and the Medicine Lady
    Apopka, Florida is a small town near Orlando. It is town where black and white lives were separated by molded rails of iron; it is a town that has had the same mayor for more than half a century.
  • The Arizona Shootings, Babara Walters You Should Look in the Mirror
    What is it about a horrific event that gives Americans pause for a few moments? After the deluge of media coverage fades to another news story the media deems worthy, the lessons learned are forgotten and nothing changes. Is that who we are now America?
  • Black Man I Love and Appreciate You
    The strength of the black man should never be questioned. It is not limited to physical strength but his emtional strength and his resilence to overcome and not just survive but thrive; I love a black man.
  • Reflections of Black History Month's Past
    The contributions of my ancestors to the wealth and culture of America did not happen only in February, it was everyday in blood, sweat and tears, it was American history and it should be taught and remembered everyday.
  • Colored, Black or African American
    The "n" word, Negro, Colored, Black and African American are labels that have been used to describe Americans of African decent. I chose my own label whether you like it or not, Hello my name is Anelsa and I was born a Colored Girl.
  • Lynette and Parks
    They were two lonely strangers in a vulnerable state. They wanted only to comfort each others with words of hope and encouragement through their pain of love found and never found. Instead they found comfort in each other arms even if but for a night.
  • The Young and the Restless, Monday December 27, 2010
    I think that Sharon Case the actress that plays Sharon Newman on the Young and the Restless must really be tired from playing such a naive and pathetic character. Be careful Ms. Case that you don't get a case of the Sharon Newma Adamitis.
  • Teena Marie, "Lady T", "The Ivory Queen of Soul" Dead at 54
    Teena Marie was a funky white girl, with soul that was natural and genuine. She was honest with he music and who she was. Like a rose, she had some thorns but her inner beauty and "realness' gained her thousands of loyal fans, I was one of them.
  • Marvin C. Zanders Gave Dignity to the Dead and Comfort and Inspiration to Those They Left Behind
    Marvin Zanders chose a profession of death as his career. He buried thousands and impacted the lives of the loved ones they left behind in a real, personal, compassional and inspirationational way. His presence will be sorely felt in the community.
  • Why Do I Watch the Young and the Restless?
    I have been watchting the CBS Soap Opera "The Young and the Restless" for more than twenty eight years. Most days it insults my intelligence, is not entertaining, is predicatble and is the personification of everything immoral.
  • A Challenge to My African American Brothers and Sisters
    As we blend more into America's culture, we often over compensate with our children; we give them more because we had so little. It is only natural for us to to want more for our chidren, but that does not mean that we give them less of ourselves.
  • Girlfriends and Your Business
    We women are often too trusting and share too much of their personal information.Treasure those friends that have shown themselves to be true and keep at a distance those borderline friends that may not have your best interest at heart.
  • America's Apple Pie is Not What it Use to Be
    Once upon a time, food was cooked with patience, love and the best ingredients. Today, like most things in our "zoom it forward" society, food is made in haste and with the push of the time cook button on the microwave. What memories?
  • The Young and the Restless, Thursday, December 16, 2010
    Sharon Newman takes the term "Stand by Your Man" to a new and low level. She loves a man that kidhapped her daughter, gave her to another woman who believed the child was hers and then stole ashes to cover his story, what a prince Sharon?
  • A Letter of Thanks to Aretha Franklin
    Aretha Franklin has been the "Queen of Soul" for as long as I can remember. When I heard that she was recently diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer, I wanted to tell her how much she has meant to me, I decided to write her a letter.
  • The Best Gift of 2010, the Coloring DVD
    This year give a heart-filled gift that will touch the hearts of those you love. Give them The Coloring DVD. It is gift that they will cherish for years to come.
  • The Young and the Restless, Monday, December 6, 2010
    So Daisy drugged Danny and got herself pregnant and Phyllis wants to make sure that her grand daughter has a good start in life and knows that she was loved. Sharon is just as dumb as ever working to free the man that stole her baby.
  • You Gonna Tell Me I Can't Spank My Child, I Don't Think So!
    The holidays are an exciting time of year for young and old alike. Santa is at the mall and everyone loves the holiday decorations. Nobody likes the screams and tantrums of "child dearest". I say either keep them under control or leave them home.
  • If Love Does Not Fit, Don't Force It
    The reality that a relationship is not fullfilling is difficult to accept and to end. Prose can often ease the pain and awkwardness of telling a lover that "the thrill is gone" or that it was never really there.
  • A New Thanksgiving Entree Thats Sure To Please The Heart
    Start a new tradition this year with this recipe for family love and appreciation. This recipe is inexpensive, you already have all of the ingredients, you just need to extract them and bring them to the surface. Enjoy!
  • Michael Steele Used by the Republicans Until They Used Him Up
    After the election of President Obama the republican party needed a Black man of their own, they found him in Michael Steele. This commentary was written in November 2010 and today it came true Goodbye Mickey.
  • The Party Has Spoken, Bristol Palin to Be Named the 2010 Winner of Dancing with the Stars
    For shame on ABC for giving Bristol Palin an opportunity to be on Dancing with the Stars. I pray for the vision of those of you who think she can dance.
  • Bristol Palin a Contender for the Dancing Trophy
    If Bristol Palin wins Dancing with the Stars, ABC should change the name of the show or the way votes are cast. Americans seem to have Palinitis epidemic; one of the of this disease is apprently distorted vision.
  • The Young and the Restless, Monday November 15, 2010
    Victor is furious that the financial records of Newman Enterprises are in the hands of Victoria and Abby's attorney and will likely cause him financial ruin. Jack Abbot's role in this event will be avenged with the full force of a VIctor Storm.
  • Ms Nellie's Suck the Bone Lamb Chops
    Anyone can make these lamb chops to perfection. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a novice Ms. Nellies recipe is easy to follow and make. Make your family or guest happy with this recipe.
  • Ms Nellie's Slap Yourself Broccoli Casserole (A Holiday Favorite)
    Serve your holiday guest a side dish that will make it difficult for them to push themselves away from your table. Ms. Nellie's Broccoli Casserole will make your turkey or ham dinner taste delicious.
  • Bristol Palin a Dancing Star, Really?
    They call it Dancing with the Stars but what was Bristol's claim to fame, being Sarah Palin's daughter, being a teenage mom, what? Bristol a dancing star, give me a break.
  • The Young and the Restless Tuesday November 9, 2010
    Genoa City is a place of new beginnings and old repeats. Adam walks away from millions to mix drinks, Sharon and Nick rekindle their physical passion and Phyllis again gets put on hold by Jack.
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