Fear

If you create an atmosphere of fear, a man will abandon humanity in search of security. But then, does he have anymore right to security than those he sacrificed?

Change I Can Believe In

There will never be any real change in this country as long as we continue to have the same selfish, greedy, lying bastards controlling it.

The Absence of Love

I can’t help but wonder if Michael Jackson had  been shown the amount of love and respect since his death during the last 17 years of his life, would he still be here today? 

It might come as a surprise to many of you, but celebrities are human beings with emotions too. What you say can and does hurt them. Be careful of your words, because they can be more lethal than a loaded gun.

Beauty Can Always Be A Reflection In The Mirror

Artificial beauty stems from the perception of others.

True beauty is your perception of yourself.

Living Counts

It is always a noble gesture to say “rest in peace” after someone has died. But I wonder why didn’t you allow that person the opportunity to LIVE in peace?

Treat people in life as you treat some in death; that is where humanity starts.

Why Are People So Judgmental of The Jackson Family?

Growing up in the spotlight both negatively and positively affects your life. The Jacksons have suffered and overcame many adversities. There isn’t a number that exists to accurately count the trials and tribulations they have endured. The lack of privacy certainly hasn’t made their lives any easier. We all have ups and downs, but we are fortunate enough to live through them in private. Our humiliation, shame, sadness, and pain belongs to us and with whom we choose to share. They’ve never had a choice and society will never give them one. No road is obstacle free for them. If they take the public road then the questions are: why and who are they attempting to exploit, what are they hoping to gain, and why won’t they just go away. If they take the private road then it’s: why haven’t they given a statement, what are they hiding and why, and is the family feuding. Every single person they have ever met, encountered, looked at, blinked at, stood next to, spoken to, dated, married and have worked/collaborated with are endlessly harassed. That’s not even including the guards, hairstylist, makeup artist, cooks, nannies, lawyers, spokespersons, “friends”, doctors, dentists, I think you get point.  And all too often, many of those people are more than willing to sell them out.

The Jacksons live their lives in a constant state of paranoia and rightfully so. I think we all experience this to some degree, but certainly not on a global scale. Having to doubt every single person’s motive entering your life is mentally disturbing and exhausting. Their first thoughts are: why are they here, what do they want, and how will they try to hurt me and/or my family. It can be incredibly lonely and heartbreaking living that way. And, let’s not forget, that wasn’t the life they asked for, it’s the life society forced upon them. Can you imagine going to the doctor and the details of that visit are circling the internet before you step foot out of the office? Of course not.

Celebritism doesn’t change you, it changes how you have to live your life. It’s a new reality, one which differs from the rest of the species. The rules, regulations, guidelines, protocols and demands change daily, sometimes, by the second. But there is one universal, never-changing rule that all musicians/entertainers/movie stars/tv personalities etc. MUST adhere to: Suit up in the thickest, strongest armor you can find, because ready or not, the bullets are coming, not even death will stop them.

The quality I love most about the Jackson family is their foundation. A foundation built upon unity and love. No matter the size or duration of the storm, they have weathered them all together and it continues to reinforce their commitment and dedication to one another.

So, why do people judge The Jacksons? I don’t know. But, I’ll leave you with a little piece of advice. Be sure your foundation is as solid as The Jacksons are before you start throwing stones, because when they start bouncing back, the very first one may not only shake yours, but bring the whole thing down.

Happy December!

I love the month of December. No, I won’t share my list of reasons, just know that I love it. I wish you all a beautiful and happy December.

Biggest wish for this month: December 2009 will go down in history as the month we found a cure for AIDS!