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I am a writer! I decided to just say it. I've been clinging to a past and not letting myself be open to my future. I have committed myself to this path. I plan to eat, sleep, breath and be it.
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Whether you've just got a moment to kill between meetings or if you have weeks to imbibe the ambience of San Francisco, there's something to catch your fancy.
Scarlett's new bone straight look has created a buzz on the internet. A quick change artist, Scarlett wear many different looks. Find out how to steal her latest look for yourself.
America Ferrera plays ugly on TV, but in reality she's a beautiful, fashion forward actress who gives good face and hair. Steal one of her classic red carpet looks.
Jon and Kate are getting plenty of face time during this difficult time in their marriage. What can they do to save their marriage?
Adam Lambert and Kris Allen didn't quite live up to the hype of the show. The decision is down to the voters and it, truly, could go either way.
Adam Lambert is still a shoo-in though his performance of U2's "One" wasn't his best.
Teachers sacrifice a lot for their students. Many times they spend their own money to provide supplies or spend extra time to ensure the student understands. Giving them something to say thank you is a worthwhile investment.
Is pot America's pot of gold that will save the economy. A number of people believe that by legalizing marijuana, tax revenues can get the economy back on track
Allison's stellar performance couldn't overcome the Gokey. Allison Iraheta was given the old heave-ho. Allison Has nothing to cry about, she's got a career waiting for her.
US Weekly claims to have confirmation of a 3 month affair with Deanna Hummel a 23 year old, third grade teacher who resides in Reading, Pennsylvania.
Adam Lambert and Allison Iraheta were in the rock zone last night on American Idol. Kris Allen and Danny Gokey brought up the rear.
Adam Lambert and Danny Gokey appear to be the odds on favorite but wouldn't it be kinda cool if Kris Allen and Allison Iraheta came out on top.
Job losses, layoffs, deaths, the end of relationships are all times of profound transition in our lives. How do we get past the changes and move forward in our lives.
It's the last day of National Poetry Month. We have been charged with the task of writing free verse. My chosen mode of writing. Hope you enjoy
Allison Iraheta, the lone girl left in the competition proved that it's no fluke. Her performance of "Someone to Watch Over Me" was smoking hot in a good way.
Adam Lambert has once again proven that he is a consummate performance. With perhaps the best entrance in American Idol history he has stolen the show.
There is nothing quite so tasty as butter slathered on a slice of homemade bread or a biscuit piping hot from the oven. That is, except for homemade freshly churned butter. Here's a quick recipe that will have you chowing down in no time.
News reports of Jon Gosselin's extracurricular exploits have been filling the airwaves and keeping bloggers busy.
American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi called Kris Allen a dark horse. I think he's proven that he's no dark horse, he is a serious contender for the finale.
Prom season is upon us. Where can you find glam prom dresses for really reasonable prices?
Houston has a number of offerings for parents who are looking to help their kids retain what they've learned during the school year or expand their horizons.
Henry Ian Cusick, who portrays Desmond Hume on ABC's megahit "Lost" may wih he was lost on a desert Island if sexual harassment allegations by Chelsea Stone are proven to be true.
Iambic pentameter for National poetry month
In honor of National poetry month, here's a haiku about my dogs
When I lost my car after Hurricane Ike, it set me up to go green by taking the bus. However, the bus has been more than just a help for the environment but it's been a boon for me.
Perhaps Adam's performance of Tears for Fears, "Mad World" has spoiled me for any other performances he might do, but in the immortal words of Simon, " I just didn't get".
President Obama has decided to take a pass on the divisive issue of the Assault Weapons bans, preferring to focus on effective law enforcement.
24 year old Russian pop star, Oksana Pochepa has confirmed she and Mel Gibson are in love.
As the 62nd Annual Cannes Film Festival approaches, we take a look at 5 of the best Palme d'Or winners in the festival's history.
It's National poetry month so I'll waxpoetical about Springs advent.
AT&T to offer netbooks starting at $50.00 with the purchase of an accompanying data plan. AT&T and Verizon set their sights on the Amazon Kindle's share of the E-book reader marketplace.
Scott MacIntyre, Anoop Desai and Lil Rounds found themselves in the bottom three. Scott MacIntyre's time on Idol came to an end.
Adam Lambert's performance was par excellence on American Idol. His ability to strike the right tone and commit himself totally to the performance continues to elevate him in the competition
Gilles Marini, the hot nude guy from "Sex and the City" is dancing into the finals on Dancing With the Stars.
Reloxin, an injectable made from the same botulinum type A as Botox, is set to take a portion of Botox's market share as well as undercut the price significantly.
Companies have spent millions of dollars to block social networking sites but they may have done themselves a disservice. A new study shows surfing may increase productivity.
Along with a weeks worth of Wrestlemania events, the Houston Astros Kick off a two game series and the Shell Houston Open attracts the best and brightest in golf. Houston's economy is basking in the glow.
I am impressed by Brad and Angeline keeping it together with family and love despite heavy scrutiny. So here's my haiku
Kris Allen's hot and sexy performance behind the keys has one asking why he's been pussy footing around with that guitar all this time.
Going into tonights show, my rankings show Adam Lambert with a lead but with the rest of the field chomping at the bit, he's going to have to work to stay out front.
In working to guard against being pigeonholed, Matt stripped the music of what was special for the listener.
Anoop attempted Usher's "Caught Up" and came off sounding more like a Wedding Singer than a Soul singer.
An extensive ring of cyber spies have set their sights on a host of international targets.
Though the former oil rig roughneck has been ousted he's not giving up on his dream of pursuing a music career.
Looking quite fetching in a silver sharkskin suit sans makeup and nail polish Adam proved he's a star.
Is out of date pancake or cake mix responsible for severe anaphylaxis and in one case the death of a 18 year old man.
With all that's going on today it's easy to take for granted our public servants and all they do to help us. I just want to personally thank them for all their help over the years.
The lights of the great white way have gone dim on another of it's best and brightest. Natasha Richardson suffered a catastrophic injury while skiing in Canada and passed away after being flown back to New York.
Sexy French actor has taken "Dancing With the Stars" by storm and he's definitely the one to beat.
Matt Giraud has been compared by the judges to Michael Buble and Justin Timberlake. This speaks to the breadth of his range. Consistently delivering radio ready performance, Giraud's a keeper.
Danny Gokey doesn't deliver his best performance but he's still on track to make the finals.
Anoop Desai shook off his Michael Jackson and 'beat it' back into the run for the finals.
Ron Silver one of Hollywood's best has made his exit from the stage. Succumbing to esophageal cancer at age 62. Silver leaves a wealth of work.
Jeff Reed is the latest in a line of the famous who have suffered a highly publicized meltdown. It begs the question: What's going on?
Young supercouple Chris Brown and Rihanna were allegedly involved in an altercation prior to the Grammys. Brown is currently charged with making criminal threats but other charges may be levied.
Hurricane Ike has come ashore with much the same danger and menace as his namesake, Ike Turner. He leaves devastation in his wake.
Austin, Texas is a great town for fun and food. Here are some of the best breakfasts and breakfast spots in town.
While Isaac Hayes imposing figure may have caused him to come off as a Bad Mutha, as it urned out he was a gentle soul imbued with musical genius.
AIDS Walks may be a thing of the past if Johns Hopkins researchers have anything to do with it. A Baltimore woman, who is infected with the AIDS virus but has been living symptom free for over 10 years, may hold the key to the end of the epidemic.
Funnyman and star of film's such as "Ocean's 11" and "Guess Who", Bernie Mac has died at the age of 50.
Rhonda Tavey, 44, of Houston is charged with kidnapping 5 children from a family she befriended and took in, during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.
Nikki Blonsky, her father, Carl and Bianca Golden join the celebrity mug shot brigade.
Danield John Collins, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for forcing his daughter to stab the family's kitten.
Finally completing her life long dream of being a law enformcement officer, 70 year old Mary Sikes became the oldest woman to graduate from Lone Star's Law Enforcement Academy.
Try as they might, Shayne Lamas and Matt Grant are unable to escape 'Bachelor Breakup Syndrome'
Shia Labeouf of "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" and former Disney star was arrested and charged with DUI. Labeouf is only the latest in Hollywood to experience what seems to be a Hollywood, rite of passage; being arrested for DUI.
Though 11 Starbucks have closed in the Houston area, don't despair. There are still plenty to quell any caffeine jones you might have.
Dr. Ronald Helberman has reignited the debate about whether cell phones cause a significant increase in the occurrences of cancer.
"Hug Your Kids Today!" started as a result of a project Michelle Nichols had undertaken to honor her young son, Mark, who,in July 1998, died suddenly of brain cancer. She offers her hard won insights on parenting and "work-life" balance and the importance of "hugs".
Did Peter Cook cross the line with the latest woman called to testify in he and Christie Brinkley's divorce proceedings?
Mygallons.com is a prepaid gas card that allows consumers to lock in today's gas prices and fuel up at those prices, no matter how high gas prices rise in the future. They respond to "serious concerns" broached by the Better Business Bureau.
Tony Zendejas is only one of many NFL players who are as infamous for their off field exploits as the are for their on field prowess.
From the moment Jesse Csincsak stepped out of the limo and into DeAnna Pappas' life, it was easy to see he was a different kind of guy. His ability to be romantic and fun-loving and get out of his comfrot zone won him the ultimate prize; DeAnna Pappas' heart.
Everyone's abuzz about Hancock's plot twist which joins several other notable films with great plot twists.
Are you wondering which scorned lover is coming back to fight for Bachelorette, DeAnna Pappa's hand? Well I weigh in with my four choices. Let me know who you think it'll be.
Rumors about Madonna and A-Rod's relationship have overwhelmed the internet; however, they aren't the only stars bearing up under constant scrutiny.
I used to write a lot of poetry when I lived in Austin and haunted the poetry scene. Every now and then a little something comes to me. Here's something from this morning.
A teenager on a church trip was struck and decapitated after entering a restricted area apparently trying to retrieve a hat he'd lost.
George Carlin, famed counterculture comedian he died. I take some time out to share a bit about what Carlin meant to me.
Carrie Bradshaw knows sex but do you? Prove it. Check out some of the Sex and the City Trivia and Game sites.
Jeep Brand Strollers can now add life-saver to it's long line of features. The durability of the stroller is touted as being the only thing that saved anine month old from certain death when she was run over by a car.
Amy Winehouse has been diagnosed with Emphysema. My mother suffered with this disease prior to her death and it can be debilitating if one is either unable to chooses not to take care of themselves.
Seemingly overnight websites and forums have popped up, touting the benefits of Ethos Fuel Reformulator. Is it a gas saving elixir or the same old snake oil?
If gas prices have you singing the blues then take a spin on public transportation. Its cost effective and efficient way to save money.
For parents who are chic and fashion forward black diaper bags allow them to make a stylish statement.
As many Africna American conservative take into account the historical significance of Barack Obama's nomination, more and more are experiencing divided loyalties.
Andrew Firestone, star of the third season of The Bachelor, appears to have found love again. He and his model girlfriend Ivana Bozilovic are engaged to be married at his parents vineyard on July 5, 2008.
As Hillary embarked on the campain she may have felt that it was hers to lose, but after being outclassed by a freshaman senator for the Democratic nomination, it's easy to see why she might be reticent to give up.
Surely no one is surprised that David Archuleta signed a record deal. If anything, I'm shocked it hadn't happened sooner. The task now is getting the right producers to maximize his potential.
Rihanna and Maroon 5 have a sure fire summer hit on their hands with the remix version Maroon 5's hit, "If I Never See Your Face Again". The single is slated for release on both artists albums reissues on June 17, and 24 respectively.
As techs, gadget heads and geeks alike had almost worked themselves into a frenzy of rumor mongering about the Apple iPhone, Steve Jobs blessed them by making all the rumors true.
With "Sex and the City" grossing over $100 million at the box office in just five days, it seems everyone is talking about the sexy new edition to the line up. Former model, Gilles Marini does his star turn as Samantha's sexy new neighbor.
Ed McMahon is not the only prominent citizen to run into Foreclosure trouble this year. Jose Canseco, Evander Holyfield and Latrell Sprewell have all seen their fortunes turn this year.
Ed McMahon, who was second banan to Johnny Carson for decades as well as the host of Star Search and the Pitchman for American Family Publishers has become the latest casualty in the current mortgage crisis.
As 2008 comes to a close and President Bush makes way for President Obama to take office, the war escalates and internets groups come together in the hopes that through internet prayer and mediation, they can effect peace
Barack Obama is set to secure the Democratic nomination for President, 45 years, to the day, after Martin Luther King's famous "I Have a Dream Speech". What does his nomination really mean for America?
The internet is awash with rumors that Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have welcomed two new bundles of joy to the world in France.
Houston ha a variety of events to fit any tastes. If celebrating on land isn't your cup of tea, there are celebrations aboard lavish yachts to tempt you.
Gary Dourdan, manages to escape doing hard time by pleading guiilty to two of the three offenses he was charged with.
A-list director Sydney Pollack has succumbed to stomach cancer at the age of 73. He leaves a great body of work as his Hollywood legacy.
In a surprising vote, David Cook emerged as the winner in the Clash of the Davids. My thoughts on why he deserved to win and other things American Idol.
July 4th - it's time to spruce up our social networking sites with the red, white and blue.
July 4th is just around the corner. Show your love for this great nation with a blinged out Happy July4th Myspace page.
Now that the much hyped David vs David finale is here, who will the best man be?
The Chicago city council voted 37 - 6 to repeal the ban on Foie Gras. Here are two of my favorite Foie Gras recipes.
Sue Simmons, legendary newscaster on New York City's Channel 4, let fly with an expletive on air but off camera
While appearing on the Fox affiliate in Kansas City, Missouri, David Cook announced his song choice and Simon Cowell, texted over the song he'd chosen for David.
If I were to address the high school graduates of 2008, here are some of my quotes, I would share.
Final Four night belonged to David Archuleta.
David Cook was obviously not feeling up to par last night, delivering two mediocre performances.
Teacher Appreciation Week was established in 1984 by the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA). They chose this week to honor the men and women who dedicate themselves to the task of teaching the nation's children.
Athletes such as Roger Clemens live life under a microscope. Is it fair that they are subjected to such a high level of scrutiny?
As Mother's Day is approaching, perhaps you are looking for places to find Spanish-language greeting cards. Here in Houston, one can find these greeting cards in a number of different locations from local drugs stores to specialty greeting stores such as Hallmark.
David Archuleta's song choice proves to be his undoing. Instead of choosing lesser known songs and making them his own, he chose two of Diamond's most popular songs and they proved to be too much.
Once thought to be a contender for the title of American Idol, Jason Castro continues his slide into mediocrity during Neil Diamond night.
In a night that bordered on terminally dull, Syesha delivered two of her best performances and Simon still shoots her down.
The field of contestants has been whittled down to Top 5. How do they stack up against one another?
The Top 10 ways I have found to maximize my life.
The top 3 men make a valiant effort at the material of one of Broadway's most prolific musical producers.
Carly Smithson says goodbye to the American Idol stage after a great run. Even with the elimination, her future looks incredibly bright
Syesha Mercado proves that even if she isn't the nest American Idol that she has some Tony's in her future.
David Cook has thrown down the gauntlet and put himself on task to be the next American Idol.
With a performance that started out strong but collapsed midway, Carly needs to step it up to prove she's a contender.
As we prepare for Mariah Carey night, the Top 7 are ranked.
Looking forward to the Top 7 performances, recollections of Michael Johns and other Idol asides.
Last Week saw American Idol said goodbye to Ramiele Malubay. Some thoughts on why.
Turns out 19-year-old Dancing With the Stars wunderkind Julianne Hough, does more than dance. Her first single, "That Song In My Head" is a catchy country ditty that gets you moving.
While most of the Idols failed to inspire, David Archuleta sang with conviction and stole the show.
In a night plagued by so-so performances, Carly Smithson has an off night.
With a moving rendition of Martina McBride's "Do It Anyway," Kristy Lee Cooks shows that she's not backing down.
Tonight the Top 8 take on Inspirational Music and take yet another opportunity to make an impression on the voters.
Habaneros are an extremely hot but very delicious pepper that originated in Havana, Cuba. They are delicious in a wide variety of recipes.
Paying homage to Dolly Parton, everyone improves. Show includes several standout performances.
Speculation abounds as to whehter David Cooks visit to Cedars-Sinai may signal the end of his quest. Not so fast.
Perhaps taking the biggest risk of the night, Syesha Mercado takes on "I Will Always Love You".
Sean Levert, brother of late R&B icon, Gerald Levert, has passed away at the age of 39. After going to jail for back child support, he fell ill and succumbed.
Despite a modicum of talent, Chikezie's lack of edge gets him sent home.
Undoubtedly a talent, Carly Smithson seems to be getting in her own way.
Syesha Mercado finally comes out of the shadows.
Equal parts hilarious office send-up and gothic horror tale, Kings of Infinite Space tells the story of Paul Trilby. Trilby suffers from significant self-esteem issues brought on by his past behavior as an adulterer, failed academician and cat murderer.
We are preparing our children to lead us into the future. To excel at this we must be the best examples we can. This is a multi-part series on preparing ourselves to prepare our children.
Create your life by dispensing with those thoughts and feelings that keep you attracting negatives into your life. Use the power of visualization and the Law of Attraction to create your life the way you see it.
Nerves seemed to be the winner on last night's American Idol. With only a few standout performances and early favorites in jeopardy, it's anybodys game.
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