Tweet, update your Facebook status update, or write a blog post with the hashtag #beatcancer to be part of setting a new Guinness World Record
10.14.2010– Last year, a Guinness World Record was set by Everywhere, out of Atlanta, Georgia (raising more than $70,000) for the “Most Widespread Social Network Message” with #beatcancer. In 24 hours the one-word phrase #beatcancer set the record contributing to the 209,771 unique mentions on Twitter, Facebook and blog posts.
That’s not good enough.
This year, #beatcancer is back and supporters want to break their own record.
On October 15, 2010 at 9am PST the official #beatcancer race for a new record begins via the BlogWorld & New Media Expo.
To participate simply add the hashtag #beatcancer (all one word) to any tweet, Facebook status update or blog post. That’s it. Anyone who adds this phrase ensures that in addition to a world record, money will be donated to further the efforts of selected non-profit cancer organizations.
This post is a version of the original June 25, 2009 post.
Michael Jackson: 1958 – 2009, has died at age 50.
He was perhaps the most exciting performer of his generation and the biggest celebrity in the world.
According to reports, Michael, went into cardiac arrest at his Holmby Hills home in L.A. Thursday (a 911 call was placed shortly before 12:30 p.m. PT), according to TMZ, which first reported the news. Paramedics were unable to revive the singer (who had no pulse upon their arrival), the site reports. He was then rushed to UCLA Medical Center while in a deep coma before passing away,
Michael is survived by three children: Michael Joseph Jackson, Jr., Paris Michael Katherine Jackson and Prince “Blanket” Michael Jackson II.
The seventh of nine children of Joseph and Katherine Jackson, Michael Joseph Jackson was born in Gary, Ind., on Aug. 29, 1958, and began his career performing with his brothers. His professional debut with the Jackson 5 came at age 11.
Jackson’s death brought a tragic end to a long, bizarre, sometimes ridiculous decline from his peak in the 1980s, when he was popular music’s premier all-around performer.
Michael changed how the world would look at music videos by providing mini-music-movies.
His 1982 album “Thriller” — which included the blockbuster hits “Beat It,” “Billie Jean” and “Thriller” — is still the best-selling album of all time, with an estimated 50 million copies sold worldwide. The video for Thriller all but defined the music video genre and helped send the album to the top of the charts for 37 weeks. (It remained on the list 80 weeks.) It was also nominated for 12 Grammys and won eight.
On March 25, 1983, Jackson performed his single “Billie Jean” live on the Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever TV special, where he debuted the moonwalk that was to become his signature move.
One of my favorite MJ videos is “Smooth Criminal.”
Jackson was set to headline 50 sold-out shows at London’s O2 Arena beginning in July, billed “This Is It” — his final London performances.
It’s impossible to include a complete report on MJ – I suggest you check the websites that have devoted endless coverage about Michael’s life and death. You will find numerous photos, videos, and endless text on the life and career of Michael Jackson – a musical mastermind, phenomenon, an icon.
Regardless of his personal drama – Michael Jackson was and will always be a music pioneer who provided the world with a talent they’d not seen and one that will never be matched. He was and always be “The King of Pop.” and he will truly be missed.
Father’s Day is a time to observe and have a good time with the father in your life. And to remember those fathers that are no longer with us. Father’s Day has never gotten the fan-fare that Mother’s Day has been afforded, nor have some fathers been shown the appreciation they may rightly deserve; perhaps that’s partly due to the misunderstanding of the Father and his role.
Fathers take on the role of protector and work hard to provide for their children and families. Some fathers have to work harder and longer than they’d like, which often results in less time spent with their children. This is difficult to explain to children – just another reason not to celebrate Dad.
Fathers are usually the flexible parent, at least in my household; when Mom said “this is the way it is.” That’s the way it was – no negotiation. Fathers are also likely to love with impulsiveness and surprises. They love having fun with their children and are generally the parent that pushes the children physically in an effort to toughen them up – while mothers are all for having spirited children, the father wants his children to be brave, aggressive, and fearless.
Then there is the optimistic nurturing side of a father, trying to be in tune with his children. Hoping his children will find out who they really are and become independent – if for no other reason than to stay out of his pocket; but seriously, fathers help serve to wing the child from the nest to become self-sufficient productive members of society.
Although my father didn’t die until I was grown with children and grandchildren of my own – I still truly miss my Dad. So for as long as you have breathe in your body and are able to do so, make an effort to celebrate, appreciate, and be glad to have that father figure in your life.
Interestingly enough, a number of women have tired of the dating scene and according to them, the losers they seem to meet; there always seems to be something wrong with them, if its not one thing its another; he has a crazy Ex, he doesn’t have a good job, he has too many kids, no time for them, he doesn’t want to commit, he passes gas way too often. It makes one wonder if there are any decent men left; or will you ever find the Perfect Man who’s ready to settle down.
The way I see it, there are quiet a number of decent unattached men (and women) still in this world. At times, people are unduly concerned or remain unmarried because they cannot find an ideal mate who, in fact, could not exist outside their imagination.So, it may be time for them to consider making some edits to their potential mates’ profile and consider settling for a Mr. Not-So-Perfect. And remember it takes time for a relationship to develop naturally; women should not make it their primary goal to snag-and-bag a husband. They should enjoy getting to know the person while working on the flaws – both his and hers.
Aaaah do-hickey-heck, I can’t believe how long it’s been since I’ve posted to my page, it looks abandoned. But I have what may or may not be a pretty good excuse; you see I’ve been a willing captive in the 3-D avatar chat and instant messenger world. I don’t know when it happened but I’ve gotten hooked and each time I try to escape, they just keep pulling me back. Honestly, at this point I don’t know how or even if I really want to escape. To make matters worst, I don’t just reside in one avatar world, I reside in two.
On Zwinky.com I have made over 50 friends nationwide in a relatively short period of time, and what is there to do in this world? Well, you can chat, chat, & chat about this and that. Quite a bit of the conversations on this site are relatively for the younger crowd, but if you select your buddies wisely you are able to chat with avatars in your age range. But what keeps me coming back, is the wardrobe and furnishings you’re able to obtain from the credits you earn. Although you are able to purchase Zbucks, as they’re called, I prefer to earn mine by visiting different areas on the site such as the park, which is always crowded or by playing games mall dash is one of my favorites.
But on IMVU.com the 3-D avatar world is quite a different playing field. I’ve only been there a couple of days and thus far have seven buddies from all around the world, including Trinidad and Brazil. Compared to Zwinky, the avatars in IMVU world are much more animated, unlike Zwinky IMVU avatars are able to sit, swim, jump, kick, dance, hug, etc. and are able to interact with other avatars in varies 3-D scenes and realistic looking rooms while they chat. And of course there are rooms for adults only (must verify you’re 21 or over), but I find that some of the interactions in certain areas are a bit brazen to say the least; therefore I opt not to visit those areas.
IMVU 3-D avatar world of chat can also become a very addictive dress up game with sooo many outfits to choose from, not to mention you have the opportunity to showcase your own creative designs. You can play music during your chats from tracks you select to include in your mix. In your inventory you have hair, make-up, eyes, eyebrows, clothes, pets, actions, and more to choose from. Although my avatar came equipped with a fully furnished modern penthouse, I choose to purchase (using credits) a huge villa, but since I’ve not yet furnished it, I’ve only had one guest over to take a tour of the place with me.
My avatar’s name is Writer, look me up if you ever decide to stop by, you may find me at a tv studio, cruise club, bowling, police department, airline, etc. there are so many rooms at IMVU and approximately 50,000 people online at any given time to hang out and have fun with.
Be warned, it can become addictive.
Until next time, have a wonderful time with your life. I must check in with Facebook and Twitter my serious sources of communication. LOL
