I will soon have the latest iPhone. Stay tuned to see what lovely music I may create with my device :-) Check out this awesome video/creativity. I discovered this Youtube clip that's a little over a year old on this article. Cool, huh?
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Vegas, President Obama, and Silence.
written by: stacia_doss.
*Cracks knuckles*
Its been a while since I’ve written an entry. I apologize to any followers of this blog who’ve been anticipating a new post, but life has been so busy lately!
I want to talk about…politics.
Remember this ignorant statement made by Rep. Joe Walsh (R-IL) a while back: “Media protect Obama because he is black, liberal?” For nearly a year, if not more, most of the news reports I’ve seen have been negatively reflected upon President Obama. And no, I’m not just talking about Fox News and other conservative news and radio stations or publications. I am referencing ALL of them.
That baloney statement was made by Rep. Walsh in September. While negative Obama articles, polls, and general reports continued to hit the web, television, radio, and the steps of Americans across the country, no one seemed to refute his statement. Of course, the evidence was right there in front of you through all of those mediums, but earlier this week, I finally saw actual proof of the opposite in this study released by CBS (and the Pew Research Center's Project for Excellence in Journalism). The title: “Study finds harsh media coverage for Obama.” Well, DUH!?
My mind is open to hearing what all the candidates have to say. So I took the time to watch the bickering and arguing on the Western Republican Presidential Debate that aired Tuesday night on CNN, which took place in Las Vegas, Nevada. No one seemed to be able to say anything about the future. Each candidate seemed to only be focusing on themselves and each others’ pasts, (especially Mitt Romney and Rick Perry...and Mitt Romney and____well, basically anyone else who was on stage). Except for Herman Cain, of course, defending his 9-9-9 plan, and Michelle Bachmann who seemed to do nothing but continue to go off a long list of how terrible and evil President Obama is. Buffoonery at its best occurred within the time frame that I watched the debate, and to sum it up, CNN’s David Gergen, among others said “The Obama campaign was the winner of tonight’s debate.”
Back to my original topic: the media. It amazes me how easily people are swayed by the media, but I’m starting to realize that Americans aren’t as gullible as television and various publications make them appear to be. Mostly every report I’ve seen (until a recent one aired on CBS) has shown people shouting out how much they dislike the President, he’s bad for this country, and so on…but what about those who are for him? I know they have to exist. Everyone can’t be anti-Obama, but they seem to be keeping their thoughts to themselves and out of the media’s reach. Various emails and pages run by members of the Obama campaign show supporters do exist and in large numbers, but does the media highlight that? No. Never underestimate the power of a silent voter.
In the words of Confucius, “Silence is the true friend that never betrays.”
Friday, September 30, 2011
(Re-blogged) Youth league institutes TD limit to hold back 11-year-old
What is the world coming to? Little boys' TDs are limited...what are we to do! Watch video below and read article here.
Sunday, September 11, 2011
Recalling a Historical Day of Tragedy: September 11, 2001
Watch below...my recollection of the site and feelings of the events of September 11, 2001.
(Volume is low.)
Share your comments, experience.
Photos are Below.
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| Ground Zero in 2004. |
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| From the window of the Empire State Building. |
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| Above the railing at Ground Zero. |
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| Another window view. |
Thursday, September 1, 2011
History of my love affair...with football.
written by: stacia_doss.
I think it was probably sixth or seventh grade when I actually became interested in football. That’s when my dad started buying season tickets for Tennessee State football games for the family including: him, me, my mom, and my sister (until she left for college). My other sister was in college, and she occasionally would meet us. Anyway, before then, the most I really knew about the sport was the Super Bowl, because when that time of the year came around, we (the family) would always plop in front of the TV, eat chili, and laugh at the funny and fascinating commercials. That’s what I associated football with. A first down? Safety? Field goal? 2 point conversion?...I had no idea what any of these things were.
Since sixth grade, my sports focus had always been basketball. And after going to all these HBCU (FYI Historically Black College and Universities) games, what made them all so fun to me was just people watching and seeing the band. But after few years, I started asking questions. We would even travel for some of these games. I wanted to learn it, and know it. After all, not all games had the exciting halftimes and theatrical bands like HBCU’s did. By the time I was in high school, (I don’t remember the year), I had the chance to go to my first professional game. I went to see the Tennessee Titans play at what I believe was then known as the Adelphia Coliseum with my dad. I had been coming to the Coliseum for years, watching the college teams go head to head, but this time it was REAL. No band. No majorettes. No outrageously over and under-dressed people to watch. I was there to watch the game.
I don’t remember who the Titans played. I just remember being really hot, and sitting in what seemed like a really high (yet good) seat, and I KNEW the game. That was something I hadn’t been able to say for much of my short life before that game…even after years of watching football. It was pretty exciting. Since that day, I have been to two other professional games, and have sat in the domes of at least three other teams. I am still attending those games with my parents, and my sister occasionally joins us. My childhood of college football-watching made me the fan I am today. But my HBCU football watching molded me in another way, too. It introduced me to tons of old school music. I get a sense of joy when I hear songs like “Happy Feelings” and “Let’s Stay Together”…reminiscing on the band playing them. Maybe that bonding with my family brought out the Old Soul in me that never left…Who knows?
Since sixth grade, my sports focus had always been basketball. And after going to all these HBCU (FYI Historically Black College and Universities) games, what made them all so fun to me was just people watching and seeing the band. But after few years, I started asking questions. We would even travel for some of these games. I wanted to learn it, and know it. After all, not all games had the exciting halftimes and theatrical bands like HBCU’s did. By the time I was in high school, (I don’t remember the year), I had the chance to go to my first professional game. I went to see the Tennessee Titans play at what I believe was then known as the Adelphia Coliseum with my dad. I had been coming to the Coliseum for years, watching the college teams go head to head, but this time it was REAL. No band. No majorettes. No outrageously over and under-dressed people to watch. I was there to watch the game.
I don’t remember who the Titans played. I just remember being really hot, and sitting in what seemed like a really high (yet good) seat, and I KNEW the game. That was something I hadn’t been able to say for much of my short life before that game…even after years of watching football. It was pretty exciting. Since that day, I have been to two other professional games, and have sat in the domes of at least three other teams. I am still attending those games with my parents, and my sister occasionally joins us. My childhood of college football-watching made me the fan I am today. But my HBCU football watching molded me in another way, too. It introduced me to tons of old school music. I get a sense of joy when I hear songs like “Happy Feelings” and “Let’s Stay Together”…reminiscing on the band playing them. Maybe that bonding with my family brought out the Old Soul in me that never left…Who knows?
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
America: A Hateful Country
article by: stacia_doss.
Over the past few weeks and really, since 2008, I have opened my mind to reading the numerous articles about President Barack Obama. I have read a few positive ones (mainly only on liberal newspaper websites and television network websites), but the majority that I have seen (lately) are negative.
To be completely honest, I did not completely desire for him to win the election in 2008, simply because of fear for his safety in the event that he was victorious. Now in 2011, a man with the world practically on his shoulders has been ridiculed and degraded by so many Americans who aren't in his position. It is a miracle that he hasn't broken down, and though internally, he may be emotionally, externally he still exhibits good composure.
With re-election right around the corner, predictions are about 50/50 as to whether or not the American people think President Obama will serve another four years as our country's leader. The Republicans still lack a strong candidate. Flaws and judgements made upon each one of them, (largely by their own voters), whether that be voting for or against a significant bill in the past or a "questionable" religious preference, still makes them considerably weak candidates against him.
However, with the debt ceiling being raised under a plan devised by a Republican, the blame is largely on the president. HE compromised where the other party did not, and fingers are once again being pointed in every direction. But at least five of them are directed at him. Look at these headlines:
"Where Obama went wrong"
"Would Hillary Clinton have been a better president than Obama?"
"GOP candidates slam Obama on US credit downgrade"
Just to name a few... Take a minute to read some articles. I won't provide any links. Just look them up for yourself. The comments underneath most articles reveal that most Americans (at least who get their news online) are against the president. But are people underestimating the power of a "silent voter?" One term or two term, no one deserves to be hated and disrespected as much as President Obama has and if getting away from that means proving himself within another four years or letting the chips fall in another's hands, I will be fine with either.
Over the past few weeks and really, since 2008, I have opened my mind to reading the numerous articles about President Barack Obama. I have read a few positive ones (mainly only on liberal newspaper websites and television network websites), but the majority that I have seen (lately) are negative.
With re-election right around the corner, predictions are about 50/50 as to whether or not the American people think President Obama will serve another four years as our country's leader. The Republicans still lack a strong candidate. Flaws and judgements made upon each one of them, (largely by their own voters), whether that be voting for or against a significant bill in the past or a "questionable" religious preference, still makes them considerably weak candidates against him.
However, with the debt ceiling being raised under a plan devised by a Republican, the blame is largely on the president. HE compromised where the other party did not, and fingers are once again being pointed in every direction. But at least five of them are directed at him. Look at these headlines:
Just to name a few... Take a minute to read some articles. I won't provide any links. Just look them up for yourself. The comments underneath most articles reveal that most Americans (at least who get their news online) are against the president. But are people underestimating the power of a "silent voter?" One term or two term, no one deserves to be hated and disrespected as much as President Obama has and if getting away from that means proving himself within another four years or letting the chips fall in another's hands, I will be fine with either.
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Diddy's son a football star?
(Re-blogged.)
I found this article over at scout.com. What caught my eye the most is that Sean "P-Diddy" Combs' son, Justin, has reportedly gotten offers from a few schools, including Middle Tennessee State University. Check it out below.Justin Combs Casting his Own Shadow
His father Sean “P. Diddy” Combs’ fame casts one of the biggest shadows in the entertainment industry, but after winning a national honor and securing BCS level scholarship offers, Iona Prep’s CB Justin Combs is starting to cast off some shade of his own. (Read more.)
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