Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson's legend spans over several decades. Between the Jackson 5 and his solo career, he is truly the "Elvis" of our generation. Whether you believe the stories of allegations of inappropriate conduct with children or you have your own opinions of his wacky behavior, (between plastic surgery, putting his own children over balconies etc ), the man will be remembered as a true music phenomenon. My heart goes out to his family.



People weep, scream, and past out in his presence. All music networks have been playing his music/videos since his death was announce. He sold albums in records of 750million titles!!! No matter what people's opinions of his personal life, musically, he is shear genius!



Today, we will always remember where we were and what we were doing when we heard that Michael Jackson had passed away. His death is being compared to Princess Diana, Elvis Presley, and yes, even President Kennedy.



But Dr. Phil said today on his show, "Don't remember the moment of a person's death, but instead celebrate their life." It seems that is what people are doing today, remembering Michael Jackson's life. From his early days with his brothers, and then in the late 70's and early 80's with a solo career. He has become such a pop culture phenomenon, known as "The King of Pop".

While I would, in no way, consider myself a Michael Jackson fan, I think back over my life and found that moments of his life, touch very special parts of my own.



I remember my first "boyfriend" (if you can have a boy "friend "in first grade) sang "Billie Jean" to me on the bus! It was so cute and every time I hear that song, 25 years later, I still think of that special moment. He was a huge Michael Jackson fan. I remember watching the news at day care when the "Thriller" album was released. I was only 5, but remember that moment so clearly. Another clear memory was from the "Thriller" video, it scared me to death!!! I remember my mom wouldn't let me watch it because she knew I would have nightmares. Boy was she right! I only caught a GLIMPSE of the part when Michael's eyes change as he morphed into the werewolf, and I couldn't sleep the whole weekend!!!!



I remember wanting a sequined glove to wear when that was popular. I remember when his hair caught on fire as he was filmed the Pepsi commercial. I can CLEARLY remember watching the Motown special when he did the "Moonwalk." Suddenly, everyone was learning how to dance like MJ. There are so many things, over the next 25 years, that he did to give the media something to talk about, between child molestation allegations, marrying Lisa Marie Presley, showing his children over balconies and his friendship with Elizabeth Taylor. But I like to remember Michael Jackson in his earlier years, as many people pu it "when he was still black." Between "Thriller", "Beat It" and "Billie Jean", the man was pure gold.

Music can transcend time and space, and Jackson's music did just that. People may not like Jackson, the man, but when you look over the "soundtrack" of your life, everyone will probably have at least one Michael Jackson song on it. If not, you've been living under a rock. Or you're lying!



So Rest In Peace, Michael. The Lord is your jury now, not the people. But your legacy will leave on within your music, and that is something that no one can take away! You now truly live among the stars where you belong!

My Thoughts on Jon and Kate

There is so many people talking, blogging and posting on Jon and Kate plus 8, a reality show on TLC showing a family with a set of twins and sextuplets. Since everyone else gets to put their two sense in, I felt it necessary to do the same. While it is ABSOLUTELY NONE of my business about how this family/people run their lives, these are just my thoughts and many will disagree with me, I just want to state my opinion, which is the reason I have this blog in the first place.

So, away we go:

1) This show WAS great when it first began. It was truly based on the kids and how this family coped with all the road blocks that came with raising two sets of multiples. If you look at the beginning episodes from the first couple of seasons and then check out the newer episodes that run now, you can DEFINIATELY see a change of demeanor between Jon and Kate. It seems like NOW, the only thing that makes rating boost is the OBVIOUS tension between Jon and Kate. What once started out as a cute show with cute kids, has turned into a reality soap opera. While the kids are still adorable, the way Jon and Kate feel about each other is another story.



2) I don't think that the "reality" aspect of the show led to the demise of these parents. As stated on the show by Kate, "It probably would have happened anyway." She also incinuated that the cameras sped the process for their marriage failing.

Lovin' Louisiana

Recently found this and wanted to share. It reminds me of how much I love home. Please enjoy!

I am from......

- the bayouland, rich with seafood and culture.

- coon ass and cajuns, deep with "flat talk".

- strong heritage of family and friends,

fishing and food,

football and flavor.

- my parents, who pushed me to reach further than I ever dreamed.

-running barefoot on oyster shells and in to my daddy's arm.

I am from south Louisiana, and proud to be:

Guidry and all.

I AM

I had to write this for an online writing class and wanted to share:

I AM
I am an outgoing, friendly person.
I am a lover or words, written and spoken
I am challenged to improve the world.
I see my students for what they can achieve, not for circumstances they were born into.
I worry about not doing my absolute best, giving every part of myself.
I love my family and friends.
I am my father’s daughter, in looks, brains and personality.
I am a teacher,
I make a difference.