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1.02.05

-Paul Newman dies at 83-

Paul Newman played many unforgettable roles. But the ones for which he was proudest never had top billing on the marquee. Devoted husband.Loving father. Adoring grandfather. Dedicated philanthropist." He saw himself as a working actor, not a movie star, and insisted that everyone else did the same. There was no ego, no entourage, no hangers on. Only Paul, his script and his incredible spirit. Paul Newman's craft was acting. His passion was racing. His love was his family and friends. And his heart and soul were dedicated to helping make the world a better place for all. Paul had an abiding belief in the role that luck plays in one's life, and its randomness. He was quick to acknowledge the good fortune he had in his own life, beginning with being born in America, and was acutely aware of how unlucky so many others were. True to his character, he quietly devoted himself to helping offset this imbalance. An exceptional example is the legacy of Newman's Own. What started as something of a joke in the basement of his home, turned into a highly-respected, multi-million dollar a year food company. And true to form, he shared this good fortune by donating all the profits and royalties he earned to thousands of charities around the world, a total which now exceeds $250 million. While his philanthropic interests and donations were wide-ranging, he was especially committed to the thousands of children with life-threatening conditions served by the Hole in the Wall Camps, which he helped start over 20 years ago. He saw the Camps as places where kids could escape the fear, pain and isolation of their conditions, kick back, and raise a little hell. Today, there are 11 Camps around the world, with additional programs in Africa and Vietnam. Through the Camps, well over 135,000 children have had the chance to experience what childhood was meant to be.

In Paul's words: "I wanted to acknowledge luck; the chance and benevolence of it in my life, and the brutality of it in the lives of others, who might not be allowed the good fortune of a lifetime to correct it." Paul took advantage of what life offered him, and while personally reluctant to acknowledge that he was doing anything special, he forever changed the lives of many with his generosity, humor, and humanness. His legacy lives on in the charities he supported and the Hole in the Wall Camps, for which he cared so much. We will miss our friend Paul Newman, but are lucky ourselves to have known such a remarkable person."

In June 2008 it was widely reported that Newman, a former chain smoker, had been diagnosed with lung cancer and was receiving treatment at Sloan-Kettering hospital in New York City.^[35] Photographs taken of Newman in May and June showed him looking gaunt.^[36] Writer A.E. Hotchner, who partnered Newman to start Newman's Own salad dressing company in the 1980s, was quoted as saying that Newman told him about the disease about 18 months ago.^[37] Newman's spokesman told the press that the star is "doing nicely," but neither confirmed nor denied that he had cancer.^[38] In August, Newman reportedly had finished chemotherapy and told his family he wished to die at home. He did so on September 26, 2008 aged 83, surrounded by his family and close friends.^[39] His daughter Nell Newman is poised to take over Newman's Own.

Learn more about him here:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Newman

Didja Miss Me?

Soooo anyone checking up on me may have known I have had a brief absence from the world wide web until today. So yes! finally I am back. If you didn't know here in Ohio it was a pretty bad wind storm last Sunday and my electric was out until Wednesday. So I've been extremely bored in the dark, candles lit, telling ghost stories and jokes which actually turned out to be very fun, lol. Wow! so it's like I'm starting all over it feels so long ago since I last logged in, lol. Some updates... I'm sure every one's heard about that horrible plane crash with Travis Barker And DJ AM. RIP to those lost in the crash and I am praying both Travis and DJ AM make a full recovery. I am currently listening to Pussy Cat Dolls new album. Which I must say is nice. I'm counting down the days until it's finally time to vote! I'm also ready for Halloween! Can't wait to dress up, not sure what I'm gonna be this year,lol. Lemme know if you have any ideas. Hmmm so I'm sitting here eating my life cereal, dancing to the music in my head,lol. I just missed a phone call about a job! Crap! lol. I left a message and now I'm sitting here waiting for them to call me back. Come on Kathy!! I'm completely anxious,lol. But other than that, I've been well, need to loose some weight sheesh! lol. Oh man I'm trying to challenge myself into losing like 10 pounds before November. Let's hope I do. Ummm yea i guess that's it for now. I'm about to go update my music player, with my latest favorite jams:) Later.

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1.02.05

We Will Never Forget.

Today sets the 7th year since that tragic morning of September 11th 2001. Today I pay my respect to the wonderful lives lost that fateful day. May we never forget, and keep the memories of those lost living beyond their days. Let us come together, all of us if even for one day. Let love overcome. Hate does nothing but destroy. May the families, friends and everyone affected by this tragedy have strength, love and guidance. You are not alone on this day of mourning yet celebration for the moments we shared with those lost. I keep you in my heart, my prayers and my thoughts. God Bless.

-->>Call It A Comback!

OMG. I feel like a proud mama. When I watched the VMA's yesterday and saw how great Brittney Spears looked! Wow! I was one of her few supporters. And man I have to say she made everyone eat their words who said she couldn't make a comeback. Because that's exactly what she did this year. I was kinda down that she didnt preform but oh well she's taking steps. I' m the type of person who for the most part won't judge someone based on mistakes they've made. Who am I to look down on someone like I've never made mistakes myself. Sadly allot of people love seeing people fail, struggle, or suffer, it gives them something to talk about, something to compare themselves to; especially the jealous hearted. I am so glad to see she won 3 awards because for all the work she's done since she's been in the entertainment business it was long over do, mistakes or not. It's never too late to change your life. Trust in yourself. Trust in god and you will make it through any turmoil., not right away but patience is virtue. Believe it. I just wanted to blog my happiness to see she's doing great. Yeah I love seeing success in others:) Cheers to Brit Brit!

China Arnold. Spared the death penalty.

taken from mediatakeout.com
September 04, 2008. DAYTON, Ohio (AP) -- A woman convicted of murdering her infant daughter by microwaving her was spared the death penalty Wednesday by a jury that couldn't reach a unanimous decision.

China Arnold showed no immediate reaction, but she smiled and waved to family members as deputies led her from the courtroom. Her relatives told her they loved her. "I love you all, too," said Arnold, 28.The defense had argued that Arnold was drunk when the offense occurred and had no motive, while prosecutors had called the crime "heinous" as they argued for the death penalty.

After about five hours of deliberation, the jury told Montgomery County Common Pleas Judge Mary Wiseman that it couldn't decide whether to recommend the death penalty or life in prison, and that it wouldn't be able to make such a decision even if it deliberated through Thursday.

Wiseman is now limited to sentencing Arnold to life in prison without parole, life without parole for at least 30 years, or life without parole for at least 25 years. She plans to impose her sentence Monday.

Arnold was accused of killing month-old Paris Talley in 2005. A judge declared a mistrial in February, and the retrial began August 18. The jury found Arnold guilty Friday of aggravated murder.

"It's not about achieving the death penalty," Assistant Montgomery County Prosecutor David Franceschelli said after the jury's announcement. "The judge is going to figure out the appropriate penalty. The jurors in this case took a shot at sentencing, and for whatever reason 12 people couldn't come to the same conclusion."

Outside the courthouse, Arnold's relatives hugged one another.

"We're relieved that an innocent person didn't receive the death penalty," said defense attorney Jon Paul Rion. "It doesn't make sense that a person who has had no real problems in their life can even be accused of something like this."

Rion had asked Tuesday for a new trial, saying a former cellmate who said Arnold confessed to the crime has changed her story. Wiseman has not ruled on the motion and said she would schedule a hearing.

Rion said he plans to present witnesses that point to another person being responsible for the baby's death.

During the trial, an 8-year-old boy said he saw another boy walk into the kitchen of a nearby apartment with the baby, heard the microwave go on and then later saw the burned baby in the microwave.

Attorneys for both sides addressed the jury before deliberations on Wednesday. The fact that Arnold had been a Girl Scout, that her father died when she was young and that she comes from a close family does not outweigh the seriousness of the crime, Assistant Montgomery County Prosecutor Daniel Brandt said.

"That tells us she has no excuses for her actions," he said.

Defense attorney Kevin Lennen urged the jury not to recommend the death penalty, saying Arnold was drunk at the time and that she had no motive to kill her child.

Franceschelli had the last word, calling the crime "heinous." He pulled out a wristwatch and waved it at jurors.

"If this is not the time for the death penalty, when is the time?" he said.

Disgusted, is a understatement.

I was dumbfounded when i read this article about a horrible young man who raped and assaulted his own eight day old baby. It's things like this that lets you know the world is coming to an end.

Taken from: mediatakeout.com

September 04, 2008. FORREST CITY, AR – (AP) Police say a Forrest City, Arkansas man has been charged with raping his 8 day-old baby.

According to a police report, officers were called to the Forrest City Medical Center, September 1, 2008, about a baby that had been sexually assaulted. Forrest City police say the baby also had a skull fracture and had to be transferred to the Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock because of the severity of the injuries.

Investigators say the father attacked the infant during a visit at her 15 year-old mother's house. Police say other people were at the home at the time of the assault.

Police say Davis had no criminal record since turning 18, but could not say whether Davis had a juvenile wrap-sheet. The information could not be released under Arkansas state law, said investigators.

Police say the infant’s father, 18 year-old Reginald Davis, has been charged with Rape and Second-Degree Battery. The case is still under investigation and it is unknown if any other arrests will be made, said Forrest City Police.

Davis is being held on a $100,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in circuit court on September 17.

Guess Who's Back!

Hello, hello. It's me. Little Miss.Cori. Stressed, Tired, and looking for change. Man it's been a stressful few weeks lately. I'm trying not to give up hope, but it gets pretty frustrating. I found out recently my uncle has been hospitalized. Somethings wrong with his heart, their not sure what. I'm praying he's OK, and I ask all my friends to do the same. Other than that there's been a bit of good news. I have a job interview on Monday! Those who may not know, I had a job that only lasted two days! lol. It was a temp job supposedly lasting two weeks but boy that got me cause on the second day they said nope it's only two, so long! But yeayah! I'm going to have to work harder than ever before, I've been wasting so much time in my life and if I really want to succeed in anything I have to work for it. So from this day on it's a new me. I've gained some access weight I don't need for starters. Ugh! So my goal is to lose 10 pounds before November! Also when I get this job (I'm claiming it as mine right now!) I'm going to save up to get my car!! Yes I'm done with the Cota bus baby! lol. I'm about to do what needs to be done, to get what I deserve. Everyone deserves happiness, it's when you don't receive it that troubles begin. So with that being said, God give me the strength to keep it moving, I'm done using family, friends, past and current problems as a crutch. I will no longer let my opportunity's pass me by for the sake of others. I will never get anywhere by living for others. I can still help out when I can but no more times will I put everyone over myself. You get taken advantage of extremely easy when you do this. I am as important as anyone in my life. I deserve self love & respect. People may call me fake, funny acting or whatever may come to mind. But just call me brand new cause that's exactly how it's gonna be! lol. I want to be happy. I want to exceed any boundaries that anyone may may have. I want to teach, I want to learn. I want to be selfish for once. I will earn the things I want. I'm not looking for hand outs. I will be successful no matter how much people think otherwise. They're wrong. It is never to late. I matter. I am important. never forget. You are the only person that can hold you back from accomplishing your dreams, goals, you're life. Reach for the moon, Because even if you miss, you'll land *among the [[s t a r s z]].x.

-- In Conclusion --

So I found out recently that they called BS on the so called Bigfoot Body. Now I would believe it was a fake if three main factors had been involved. 1.They had shown the body that is supposedly a costume. 2. They Explained how they took pictures(of it's teeth tongue and even organs) and DNA of the animal and 3.They explain how someone could mistakenly be able to say it's over 500 pounds 7 feet tall and why it took soooo long to figure out it was a costume to begin with?? Hmmm. Im just saying, It's not sounding right to me,lol. But hey we'll probably never know the whole story. Even if it's allot more than they're saying....

PEPFAR Passes 80-16

Three's a charm! July 16th, 2008 at 7:28 pm | posted by Virginia Simmons on http://www.one.org. After weeks of ONE Campaign members relentlessly writing and calling their senators, and great work by so many partner organizations, we’ve successfully unstuck billions of dollars in AIDS, TB and malaria funding tonight! We dodged several potentially devastating amendments over the last 2 days - pieces of legislation that would have put millions of lives at risk. We did lose one amendment-fight, however, so the total funding for PEPFAR for the next five years will now be $48 billion, instead of the original $50 billion. After tonight’s successful Senate vote, the bill will go back to the House and then onto the president to sign. We are hopeful those processes will be swift. Given how much we had to fight to reauthorize this bill this year- this is a great victory for us. Thank you to everyone who contacted their members of Congress to pass PEPFAR. Literally, millions of lives will be saved with this funding.Below, a quote from our Legislative Director Tom Hart:

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Even as Americans face serious concerns at home, the Senate has proved America’s commitment to providing lifesaving medicines to the world’s most vulnerable people. PEPFAR is an investment in people around the world; but it is also an example of America’s generosity and a critical piece of American diplomacy. By treating and preventing disease and saving lives, we can help to create more stable communities and a more secure future for Americans. Senators Biden, Lugar and Reid are true heroes for their persistence and patience in passing this bill. This legislation received strong support from co-sponsoring Senators on both sides of the aisle, including both Presidential candidates.

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After the jump find all the proposed amendments, their results, and those who voted for and against this bill.

For more information please visit: (http://one.org/blog/2008/07/16/pepfar-passes-80-16)

Help Fight AIDS, Malaria And TB

Hello again, yes two blogs in one day. I've just signed a petition asking my senators to co-sponsor the re-authorization of PEPFAR, America's response to the emergency of global AIDS, malaria and TB. ONE is trying to get fifty senators to co-sponsor this lifesaving legislation. You can help by adding your voice. http://www.one.org/pepfarsenate. ONE is a new effort by Americans to rally Americans - one by one. So far, over two million have joined ONE in support of a historic pact for compassion and justice to help the poorest people of the world.Together as ONE we can make a difference!

Thanks!

Cori

- What?- Bigfoot? - El Chubracabra? -

OK I know you may be scratching your head when you look at the picture to your left,lol. Don't worry; I was too! But what you are looking at is the body of an unknown animal that just maybe the creature known as Bigfoot. In August 2008, two hikers, Rick Dyer and Matthew Whitton, claimed that they had discovered the body of a deceased Sasquatch in a forest in northern Georgia. Dyer and Whitton contacted Tom Biscardi, a long-time Bigfoot enthusiast, to look at the body. One sample of genetic material, supposedly from the alleged remains of the Bigfoot, has been shown to contain human DNA and another sample opossum DNA, while a third has been inconclusive for technical reasons. Biscardi claims that the opossum DNA could be attributed the stomach contents of the carcass. This if it is in fact the real deal, will be a huge break through! I'm so excited! Me being a die hard Bigfoot believer,lol. And wait there's more! They also may have found a live El Chupacabra.Chupacabra (also Chupacabras /tʃupa'kabɾas/, from Spanish chupar: to suck, cabra: goat; goat sucker) is a legendary cryptid rumored to inhabit parts of the Americas. It is associated more recently with sightings of an allegedly unknown animal in Puerto Rico (where these sightings were first reported), Mexico, and the United States, especially in the latter's Latin American communities.^[1] The name comes from the animal's reported habit of attacking and drinking the blood of livestock, especially goats. Physical descriptions of the creature vary. All though they haven't caught it alive the have captured one on video as well as a few corpses of the weird animal. Wow! 2008 is full of discoveries.

To learn more visit:
(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chupacabra) & (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bigfoot)

-- Good Morning --

hello again:)Yes it's been a moment since I last stopped by. Been pretty busy doing just about nothing,lol. Life's kinda sucking right now. I am very thankful to see a new day. And appreciating life allot more. BUT it's not going the way I'd like it. Some major updates since I last blogged; One of my favorite actors has passed away August 9th 2008. Bernie Mac. My oh my; say it isn't so, and if that wasn't shocking enough, Isaac Hayes died the next day. Wow. Life is simply not promised, and it's scares me at times. I try to live by my saying.... Don't live in fear of death but in love of life. Because death is inevitable. But I must admit I'm still afraid of it. I just hope in my time here that I accomplish all that I dream to accomplish. That I conquer my greatest fears and touch many lives in a positive way. I have so much time on my hands right now and not much to do with it. I'm feeling very anxious, tired but wide awake. I've been constantly looking for a job, so many bills to pay with no income. I've had better days. I try my best to be optimistic, but it's getting harder everyday. I can't wait for the elections. As many people may be doing I am voting for OBAMA! I want to see change and I truly believe he's more than capable of giving this country just that. The elections have brought out allot of racism & hate and it saddens me to know how far we've come and how many people still live in ignorance. I hope things get better. That's all I have left is hope. And faith in God that everything I go through happens for a reason. Though I may not understand it now, I know God knows what he's doing. So all I can do is be patient. -Yawning-- I'm very tired so I'll get back to my blogging when I get up:) It's like after 4am so I guess I should hit the hay. Sweet dreams & gum drops....

Are You A Felon? Read This.

So many people are asking.... Does any companies/ businesses hire people with felonies in Columbus, Ohio or for that matter anywhere. Here's one outspoken anonymous person's answer I found on wiki.answers.com....The answer is no. Once you check that box "Ever been convicted of a felony" yes, you might as well just tear it up. I have a felony from over ten years ago...recently I had worked for local retailer...and they liked my work so much they paid for management training and I was due to run my own store in a few weeks, but since I had marked no on my "felony" question (just so I could get in the door to put food on the table).So right before promotion time I told them about it, and only a month after that they decided to fire me for not telling them about the felony when I first applied. Despite how wonderful they thought my performance was, despite that I had proven I could be trusted with bank deposits, crew management ..running their stores...they said policy was policy. According to them, Had I told them up front about the felony everything would have been ok...bs! So if you don't confess the felony upfront you will be fired, if you tell them about it up front you wont be hired...so what do you do?
So I tried to do the right thing, I was up front with every application, yes I have a felony...10 years ago blah blah and after 60 applications and 40 interviews in Columbus Ohio and surrounding areas...nothing! Every interview is the same, they look nervous and cant wait to get you out the door. Always with the excuse "its policy" .
The Government is the worst to try to get a job, not only will they not hire you, they will not cover companies with bond that do (example insurance sales..United Insurance Group...even though I would pay for my own training and license and work as an independent contractor..they cant hire me because some of the insurance they sell is Government based..
So..Here I sit as the bills continue to pile up and wonder what I'm supposed to do next...Yes I made a mistake..a stupid young kid mistake...fine, I paid for it with time and restitution...I PAID MY DEBT, and yet I still am being punished. I don't want pity I just want a job..that simple. So what am I supposed to do? How did I get Rehabilitated? I'm worse off now then ever! Heck I'm screwed really, I won't go sell drugs or anything else stupid because I don't want that kind of life, I really don't. However I really understand why people go back to that...sure its wrong but if you need food and nobody will give you a job...? I just want to work. Its funny how people say how they want crime and such to go down, but then when people get out and are ready to prove they can be productive in society..they get nothing but stereotypical responses.
Columbus Ohio, is not a convicted felony friendly city, nor are most nowadays..regardless of their claims, once you get out of prison, you are on your own, and you have to survive somehow...question is how?
One thing to note is, the prison population continues to skyrocket..its crazy and out of control, the cost is outrageous to house an inmate and due to state funds being cut, guess what? allot of these people are being released...what good is prison rehabilitation if you never get the chance to prove it? All I can say is they need help, and if cities like Columbus Ohio don't help their own citizens get jobs then they will do what they have to do to survive, I have seen some of these guys and you don't want them running around in your neighborhood pissed off with no job. Its a stupid system and makes no sense to me.
Once you are convicted of just one felony, you have really limited your options for future employment in anywhere, especially Cowardlumbus.-Anonymous

I hope things change because realistically the way for change is second chances. If anyone has any information concerning jobs for those who have made mistakes. Please post them, get the word out! Because the fact is everyone deserves a second chance.

Venting.

If there was one thing I could name that irritates me most besides being lied to, I would have to say being underestimated. I have been underestimated for as longs as I can remember. I don't feel like anyone can honestly believe in me as much as I believe In myself. I've been through so much and people would be surprised if the knew what goes on in my mind. Telling you still wouldn't make you understand 100%. The only way someone could understand is if they actually have gone through the same thing. I've gotten so use to underestimation that I expect it from everyone I meet now. It hurts to know people put a limit on what they think you can do. And yeah most people will say "Well I'll just prove them all wrong". But the truth is it gets tiring and quite nerve racking. Especially when it turns out I usually know what I'm talking about, yet I get no sort of credit. It goes right back out their head and it's back to the same ol' crap. I am struggling to find the person I once was. Hidden within the very depths of my soul. Too insecure to come back out, to shine, to be heard. I've become someone I don't know anymore. I've let it get to me so much that I've started underestimating myself. All the god given talents I was born with, I second guess myself, I give up easily. I'm afraid to even take risks anymore. I don't trust in myself and it hurts to know it's so hard to stop. I feel lost in myself. My mind is full of anxiety and stress. It's like a hopeless feeling. That's how i feel right now, like i don't know. I getting hungry I'll write more later.
To be continued.....

Yves Saint Laurent (1936-2008)

YVES Saint Laurent, one of the top French designers of the 20th century, has died in Paris aged 71--- from The Globe and Mail ----
Legendary designer Yves Saint Laurent dies at 71

ELAINE GANLEY

Associated Press

June 2, 2008 at 4:50 AM EDT

PARIS — Yves Saint Laurent, one of the most influential and enduring designers of the 20th century, will be remembered for empowering women through his fashion, a long-time friend and associate said. Saint Laurent died Sunday at his Paris home after a yearlong battle with brain cancer, said Pierre Berge, Saint Laurent's business partner for four decades. He was 71. "Chanel gave women freedom" and Saint Laurent "gave them power," Berge said on France-Info radio. Saint Laurent was a "true creator," going beyond the aesthetic to make a social statement, Berge said. "In this sense he was a libertarian, an anarchist and he threw bombs at the legs of society. That's how he transformed society and that's how he transformed women."
In his own words, Saint Laurent once said he felt "fashion was not only supposed to make women beautiful, but to reassure them, to give them confidence, to allow them to come to terms with themselves." Saint Laurent was widely considered the last of a generation that included Christian Dior and Coco Chanel and made Paris the fashion capital of the world, with the Rive Gauche, or Left Bank, as its elegant headquarters. From the first YSL tuxedo and his trim pantsuits to see-through blouses, safari jackets and glamorous gowns, Saint Laurent created instant classics that remain stylish decades later. Designer Tomy Hilfiger said he was saddened by the loss of such a legendary talent. "He was a creative genius who changed the world of fashion forever," Hilfiger said in an e-mail to The Associated Press. France's Prime Minister Francois Fillon said Saint Laurent was a pioneer and a visionary who "contributed to France's influence" in the world. "Mr. Saint Laurent revolutionized modern fashion with his understanding of youth, sophistication and relevance. His legacy will always be remembered," said Calvin Klein designer Francisco Costa. Saint Laurent was born Aug. 1, 1936, in Oran, Algeria, where his father worked as a shipping executive. He first emerged as a promising designer at the age of 17, winning first prize in a contest sponsored by the International Wool Secretariat for a cocktail dress design. A year later in 1954, he enrolled at the Chambre Syndicale school of haute couture, but student life lasted only three months. He was introduced to Christian Dior, then regarded as the greatest creator of his day, and Dior was so impressed with Saint Laurent's talent that he hired him on the spot. When Dior died suddenly in 1957, Saint Laurent was named head of the House of Dior at the age of 21. He opened his own haute couture fashion house with Berge in 1962. The pair later started a chain of Rive Gauche ready-to-wear boutiques. Saint Laurent's simple navy blue pea coat over white pants, which the designer first showed in 1962, was one of his hallmarks. His "smoking," or tuxedo jacket, of 1966 remade the tux as a high fashion statement for both sexes. It remained the designer's trademark item and was updated yearly until he retired. Also from the 60s came Beatnik chic — a black leather jacket and knit turtleneck with high boots — and sleek pantsuits that underlined Saint Laurent's statement on equality of the sexes. He showed that women could wear "men's clothes," which when tailored to the female form became an emblem of elegant femininity. Some of his revolutionary style was met with resistance. There are famous stories of women wearing Saint Laurent pantsuits who were turned away from hotels and restaurants in London and New York. Saint Laurent's rising star was eternalized in 1983, when the Metropolitan Museum of Art devoted a show to his work, the first ever to a living designer. He was awarded the Legion d'Honneur in 1985. But bouts of depression marked his career. Berge, who also was the designer's former romantic partner, was quoted as saying that Saint Laurent was born with a nervous breakdown. When Saint Laurent announced his retirement in 2002 at age 65 and the closure of the Paris-based haute couture house, it was mourned in the fashion world as the end of an era. His ready-to-wear label, Rive Gauche, which was sold to Gucci in 1999 for $70-million cash and royalties, still has boutiques around the world. Saint Laurent had long been rumoured to be ill, and Berge said on RTL radio Monday that he had been afflicted with brain cancer for the past year. "He no longer liked the world of today's fashion ... he said it didn't understand him," Berge said. After retirement, Saint Laurent spoke of his battles with depression, drugs and loneliness, though he gave no indication that those problems were directly tied to his decision to stop working. "I've known fear and terrible solitude," he said. "Tranquilizers and drugs, those phony friends. The prison of depression and hospitals. I've emerged from all this, dazzled but sober." A funeral ceremony was scheduled for Friday at the Saint Roch Church in Paris, Berge said. We are saddened by the passing of legendary designer Yves Saint Laurent but are comforted in knowing his visionary designs will continue to inspire and influence fashion for many years to come. In his honour, we present a selection of quotations and videos.
xo MySpace Fashion Yves Saint Laurent on Fashion:

"I have often said that I wish I had invented blue jeans: the most spectacular, the most practical, the most relaxed and nonchalant. They have expression, modesty, sex appeal, simplicity - all I hope for in my clothes."

"We must never confuse elegance with snobbery."
"To be beautiful, all a woman needs is a black pullover and a black skirt and to be arm in arm with a man she loves."

"Fashion isn't just to decorate women, but to reassure them, give them confidence."
"Is elegance not totally forgetting what one is wearing?"

"A woman who has not found her style, who does not feel at ease in her clothes, who does not live in harmony with them, is a sick woman."

"The silhouette counts more than anything. It should never be overloaded."

Yves Saint Laurent in Videos:
Spring/Summer 2008 Collection
Runway to Realway - YSL
Fall 2008 Collection
YSL Fall 2007

My Opinion.

Ok. One of my many myspace friends brought up a subject of being tired of people obsessing over trends that are no longer in style or that are over. HERE'S WHAT SHE SAID.......

Why do people CLING to old trends?

Get a clue and get over:-Hello Kitty-Gloomy Bear-Long poorly done extensions-Brass knuckles -Bats-Gore-Really poorly done trains run by not cute kids-Friend adders and things like Friendstorm-Contest sites-The following things in your name [massacre, gore, brutal, core, kannibal, hollywood, suicide, etc] unless you've had that name forever and you're WELL KNOWN because of it-Pictures with lollipops/balloons/fingers in the shape of peace signs/kissy lips [unless they're old pictures that you've had up for months]-Putting your friend count in your name-Names full of groups that no ones ever even heard of-OVER Photoshopping yourself-Bring Me The Horizon/Oli Sykes [not necessarily listening to them, but the obsession with them]-Bandannas around the neck/leg......

Ok I respect her opinion very much an understand where she's coming from, BUT.... I say to everyone; Be yourself. If you like something, it doesn't matter what anyone says. You don't have to follow trends and you don't have to stop liking something just because a majority of others did. When it comes to these names, bands, graphics, trains, whoring, whatever...... Do what you want with YOUR space. Get friends how YOU want to get friends, take and photoshop pictures how YOU want your pictures. It's that simple. I mean you have nothing to prove to anyone on myspace. People will talk, good or bad. No need to judge anyone because of what you may not like, especially something non-serious. You don't have to visit anyone's page if you don't want to. You don't have to look at someones graphics or whore or listen to the music others listen to. Hit the x and go about your day. Stop all the hate people. If people want to photoshop their pictures who's to say their doing it too much? Is it your pictures? Do you know them personally? Does their decision hurt you physically in any way? What do you think photoshop is for? Everyone is not alike, if that were the case everyone would be clones,lol. Be yourself. Like what you like, be who you are, have fun and keep it moving. Everyone has copied off of someone at least once in their life, realistically everyone has things about themselves that some people might not like. But it only matters if you make it matter. So to everyone do you and do it well! And as long as you like it, it's all that matters:)

-- We Are The Ones --

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The We Are The Ones Song by will.i.ampeople say Obama's words are just words...but...when was the last time "words" weren't important...???...when was the last time a great leader didn't use words to lead...??...when was the last time a person didn't use words to describe how they felt...?...when was the last time "words" weren't empowering...?...and we can all recall the last time "words" were used to divide us and install fear...Bush used words to fear us into voting for him the second time around...terror this...terror that...nuclear here...weapons of mass destruction there...and those words effected a lot of people's choices..."enough is enough"...let's rebuild...let's change ourselves...let's allow positivity to guide us...let's take action....let's activate our passion...we are Americans....and this is the first time in forever that someone running for president represents "US"...some say this is all excitement...I call it "proud to be an American"...some say this whole Obama movement is "cult like"...well...if it comes across cult like...then...the cult is called America...the Obama movement is connecting America.and it has made "US" realize our importance...the youth is excited and activated...adults are passionate and motivated...the elderly are proud to know the country they built is in safe hands...we are one...for too long politics has been corrupt...separate from the American people...with agendas that go against what the American people "need"...education...health...safety...jobsetc...politicians have spoken a different language...making it so the youth and poor people feel as if voting was only for the wealthy and old people...making "US" feel as if "we" had no voice...making "US" feel powerless...making it feel like if "we" did vote it wouldn't change anything...but wait...that did happen...some of us voted, and it didn't change anything...we were in the dark...we had no voice...we were powerless...because America was not a united America...and "they" spoke a different language... and they had an agenda different from our well being... correct me if I'm wrong... or speak up if I'm missing something... we want education, health, safety, and good jobs...right???... oh yeah...and "a healthy planet to live on"...but here we are...in a war... poor education... poor health programs... the dollar is down... the planet, polluted...the rich, richer... and the poor, struggling...with sky high gas prices to top it all off...and now even the rich aren't really rich internationally because our dollar is has fallen so far down...in our slumber... a very small few got really rich...because when you're sleeping..."it's hard to change agendas"...we know what happened in 2000 and 2004...but in 2008...it's different...we are awake...and there is a movement...and "it's hard to change a movement"...last time "we" didn't have a movement...America wasn't united...and now "United and "Standing"...for something...we know the power of "US"...and we have a person who represents the "U.S."..."US"…"we are the ones we've been waiting for"...I'm proud to be an American...will.i.am

Yes We Can

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The Yes We Can Song by will.i.am

I was sitting in my recording studio watching the debates...Torn between the candidates. I was never really big on politics...and actually I'm still not big on politics...but 4 years ago, me and the black eyed peas supported Kerry...And we supported Kerry with all our might...We performed and performed and performed for the DNC...doing all we could do to get the youth involved...The outcome of the last 2 elections has saddened me...on how unfair, backwards, upside down, unbalanced, untruthful,corrupt, and just simply, how wrong the world and "politics" are...So this year i wanted to get involved and do all i could early...And i found myself torn...because this time it's not that simple...our choices aren't as clear as the last elections ...last time it was so obvious...Bush and warvsno Bush and no war...But this time it's not that simple...and there are a lot of people that are torn just like i am...So for awhile I put it off and i was going to wait until it was decided for me...And then came New Hampshire...And i was captivated...Inspired...I reflected on my life...and the blessings I have...and the people who fought for me to have these rights and blessings...and I'm not talking about a "black thing"I'm talking about a "human thing" me as a "person"an American...That speech made me think of Martin Luther King...Kennedy...and Lincoln...and all the others that have fought for what we have today...what America is "supposed" to be...freedom...equality...and truth...and thats not what we have today...we think we are free...but in reality terror and fear controls our decisions...this is not the America that our pioneers and leaders fought anddied for...and then there was New Hampshireit was that speech...like many great speeches...that one moved me...because words and ideas are powerful...It made me think...and realize that today we have "very few" leaders...maybe none...but that speech...it inspired me...it inspired me to look inside myself and outwards towards the world...it inspired me to want to change myself to better the world...and take a "leap" towards change...and hope that others become inspired to do the same...change themselves..change their greed...change their fears...and if we "change that""then hey"..we got something right...???...1 week later after the speech settled in me...I began making this song...I came up with the idea to turn his speech into a song...because that speech effected and touched my inner core like nothing in a very long time...it spoke to me...because words and ideas are powerful...I just wanted to add a melody to those words...I wanted the inspiration that was bubbling inside me to take over...so i let it..I wasn't afraid to stand for something...to stand for "change"...I wasn't afraid of "fear"...it was pure inspiration...so I called my friends...and they called their friends...in a matter of 2 days...We made the song and video...Usually this process would take months...a bunch of record company people figuring out strategies and release dates...interviews...all that stuff...but this time i took it in my own hands...so i called my friends sarah pantera, mike jurkovac, fred goldring, and jesse dylan to help make it happen...and they called their friends..and we did it together in 48 hours...and instead of putting it in the hands of profit we put it in the hands of inspiration...then we put it on the net for the world to feel...When you are truly inspired..magic happens...incredible things happen...love happens..(and with that combination)"love, and inspiration"change happens..."change for the better"Inspiration breeds change..."Positive change"...no one on this planet is truly experienced to handle the obstacles we face today...Terror, fear, lies, agendas, politics, money, all the above...It's all scary...Martin Luther King didn't have experience to lead...Kennedy didn't have experience to lead...Susan B. Anthony...Nelson Mandela...Rosa Parks...Gandhi...Anne Frank...and everyone else who has had a hand in molding the freedoms we have and take for granted today...no one truly has experience to deal with the world today...they just need "desire, strength, courage ability, and passion" to change...and to stand for something even when people say it's not possible...America would not be here "today" if we didn't stand and fight forchange "yesterday"...Everything we have as a "people" is because of the "people" who fought forchange...and whoever is the President has to realize we have a lot of changing to doI'm not trying to convince people to see things how i do...I produced this song to share my new found inspiration and how I've been moved...I hope this song will make you feel...love...and think...and be inspired just like the speech inspired me...that's all...Let's all come together like America is supposed to...Like Japan did after Hiroshima...that was less than 65 years ago...and look at Japan now...they did it together...they did it..."We can't?...Are you serious..?..WE CAN!!!Yes we can...A United "America"Democrats, Republicans and Independents together...Building a new AmericaWe can do it..."TOGETHER"Please visit www.yeswecansong.comThank you for reading and listening...will.i.am

Heath Ledger ( April-4th-1979 - Janurary-22nd-2008 )

I Simply Can't Believe it! You were an wonderful actor. And will be truly missed:(

Probably one of the most influential actors of the 21st century died today January 22nd 2008 3:26pm EST and it was possibly one of the saddest days of my life (exaggeration, although i did cry). However, I'm thankful in some ways because he's an excellent example of someone who knew what they wanted to do with their life. This has influenced me so much and I from now on am going to set my heart on doing all that I possibly can to achieve my dreams and goals. I am going to do everything I can to live my life to the fullest. Who knows if Heath did the same but he was a brilliant actor and i have full respect for him.As for the Heath's family; They unfortunately found out about his death through a radio broadcast.Today was very difficult for many people. I couldn't stop thinking about everything he has gone through as an actor. Life can end so abruptly. He was truly a wonderful actor, and from what I've seen...an all around beautiful person. This may seem like a load of babble but im just speaking exactly whats in my mind at the moment. Something I'll miss most...That heart warming smile of yours:( I'm happy to have been able to see your work. You were amazing.Rest In Peace Heath.

-Cori

(People Are Such Hypocrites)

The World is getting worse everyday. I shake my head in disgust at the hurtful and demeaning things people say about one another. Allot of people today are blind. Blinded by Anger, Hate, Envy and Stupidity. It amazes me that people like you actually even feel like you should spit out the ridiculous crap that comes out of your mouth. Why is it the people think they have the right to judge one another? What makes you better than anyone else? People seem to forget that no one in this god forsaken world is perfect. Everyone seems to forget that constantly bickering about someone Else's life doesn't make them right, or justified just because it's something they say they wouldn't do. We all have free will. You have the right to choose, and every decision you make will affect you in your future. Everyone makes mistakes. Please believe it. Yes even you assholes who constantly talk down on people who go through their mistakes publicly. Like Britney Spears for example. Please explain to me what gives people the right to say such horrible things and not give a fuck about a fellow human being going through the troubles we all must face in life. No one will be protected from the pain or problems life brings. Everyone is different, everyone doesn't make the same decisions. Though she may make allot of mistakes it doesn't give anyone the right to wish death upon her, or the right to judge her.Or for that matter anyone. If anything she needs help, and allot more privacy. No one except her can know how it's like to be constantly followed and judged by every decision you make. & What's funny is that people don't even know her and think they do just from videos, interviews & concerts? Are your serious?? lol. It's so ludicrous it doesn't make much sense to me. No one deserves so much hate. If she was just some girl in Texas and had no fame, I wonder how people would react to her mistakes. Why is it that people love to see others fail. They get a kick out of it. When if it were the other way around, and believe me every ones did something they're not proud of. How would you feel? Then your the victim right? People think! Stop judging, stop talking so much shit and please get a life of your own. If you don't like a person fine, but make sure your reason makes more sense than your make believe version of how you think someone is. So Christians who speak hate and threats against others for any reason aren't Christians.Christian means Christ Like<<-- So get it right. People who just don't have lives so they have to tell others how to live theirs...Please go tape your mouth shut and save everyone the grief. People who try to fight and argue over myspace, people who love drama so they bring it into everyone Else's lives, hypocrites, and just plain ignorant people who say their a fan one minute and talk shit in the same breathe. Stop idolizing people, stop expecting people to be perfect, stop judging people when u realize they're not .Try helping people for once. And worry about important things like where your life is going. If all you can do is hurt others...stay out the way.Your no better than anyone else. Open your eyes and realize it. Your not perfect! Neither am I. So those without sins, without mistakes, without troubles...cast the first stone. Hatred is not the answer to change. And until people recognize that; this world will continue to go down the drain..............