Twitter : Ed Gordon on a Black Child's Hair

Ed Gordon on a Black Child's Hair
by Patricia Britt

Ed Gordon posted on Twitter "Everybody who is worried about #BlueIvyHair pls worry about something important. Her parents are millionaires her hair will be fine!

Truer words were never spoken. If it's one thing the Knowles family knows about, it's glamour aside from the shake, rattle, and roll! What struck Ed Gordon to come to the defense of a little girl, or the Carter family, or perhaps most black women? Perhaps he wondered how our own people could be so harsh against one of of our own, or perhaps he was insulted by others outside of our group concentrating envy on  a child, or then again was it just his protective side sharing logic, and amazement that some people would pick on a baby, perhaps displacing their money envy of the parents?

She's a cute toddler, and she should be allowed to be free, without developing a complex, due to outdated one-sided beauty standards. There'll be many years to primp once she becomes a teenager, from different color eye shadows, to what hair accessory for any day of the week.

Entertainment shows picked up the Internet envy as well, and some spoke to defend the purity of the child. Is the world just a more petty place, because everyone has to put their opinion in print, because expression on information pathways is so superficial even though technology offers so much knowledge on a multitude of topics?

Black women have more freedom select styles from natural to straight to store bought in this century giving us wider avenues of expression. Madame CJ Walker, Dudleys, Bonner Brothers have built fortunes on black hair, not to mention Revlon. Spike Lee's movie Schooldaze touched on the topic through song. Chris Rock's Good Hair part one, and soon to come Good Hair part 2 touched on the dangerous chemical process, and the money spent on hair.

Do girls really rule the world? Do you know more how to invest, or are you up to date on who twerks best?
How come we rarely hear about the price of gold these days? And what's going on with that brilliant Google girl http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/eesha-khare-mobile-phone-charger-google-471247). Within a decade we'll have all the knowledge of our universe in the palm of our hand. Where will we be then? Important questions to ponder.

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Helen Reddy ~ I Am Woman
Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes ~ Wake up Everybody

2014 & 2015 Movies Movies Movies Reviews

Malefocent : Anjolina Jolie was magnificent in Malefocent as a defender robbed of her abilities by love. The special effects made the fantasy come to life. Primary audience tweens.

XMen : was back to the future.

Think Like a Man Too : was a twenty, or thirty something adventure into a wild time in Vegas.

Belle : Is a well acted historical film with a hint of love worth seeing centering on the International Slave Trade, and the value of black lives based on a museum portrait.

Beyond the Lights : Was a beautifully well developed jagged love story worth seeing between a petulant star,  and a heroic police officer.

December : Exodus: Gods & Kings Should get an Academy Award for best costume design, however the movie lacked the spirit of heart of the soul, but it is something to see the special effects in 3D glasses. Ramses was well acted, but Yul Bryner will always be King. The movie tried to scientifically simulate the disputed possibilities of how the red sea parted. and its location. The 10 Commandments is still the greatest story ever told. Ridley Scott (Aliens) producer.

Hunger Games : Mocking Jay - Dark stark depiction of life in the future. Mocking Jay 2 might be better.

Annie : is a go see musical about a little girl searching for her parents revising an old classic. On the way she finds an unlikely love that gives her opportunities as a witty foster kid with an open heart, Quvenzhane Wallis is a loveable precocious. It's one of Carmen Diaz's best roles. Jamie Foxx singing is added to the production. The filming of the NY city scape is worth seeing. The film is for kids, yet it's enjoyable for adults.

Unbroken :  Unbroken is the story of Louis Zamperini an Olympian, soldier, and war hero. Angelina Jolie produced a courageous film with Unbroken's layers of feeling exploring the strength of the human spirit, beginning with love, and encouragement allowing one the capacity to withstand insufferable odds with faith, accented by special effects makes it a strong Oscar contender, if not overlooked.

Selma : Ava Duvernay's captured the brutality, and urgency the times required to motivate equality through what the people of Selma, and it's compassionate volunteers endured to march, and change the laws that bound them to secure the vote nearly 100 years after Reconstruction ended by crossing a bridge. They stood up to free themselves in their encounter with incredible good, and evil to unite the country through fairness to all its citizens. The conversational tension between Reverend Martin Luther King, and President Lyndon B. Johnson could have been more multidimensional, driven by more spirituality, and credit.

In addition the love story should have showed more glory with respect to this regal couple even in the middle of a love crisis in a once in a lifetime relationship carrying the weight of the South, and the eyes of the world on their shoulders, although their quiet strength was reflected in the film. Dr. King would have had to mantle all his soul persuasion to hang on to his dream love after his transgression. The love story is yet to be told on film, however the complex subject matter of the film, and quality of the mood created transfixed the audience, and is worthy of Oscar consideration.

The Longest Ride: Was a pleasant thoughtful romantic movie about achieving your athletic goals, and art appreciation rapped in love letter flash back sequences of a Jewish couples quest for wholeness, and a young couple getting to know each other with just a kiss, dignity, and respect taking it slow.

Furious 7: Was a photographically sweeping movie with lots of adrenaline, stunts, technology, and witty dialog well worth seeing for a thrill ride.Tyrese gibson was the brother you love, Ludicris was ready for anything, The Rock was waiting for a chance. Vin Diesel was multi layered with a lot going on. Jason Statham was not to played with. Paul Walker (died in a car crash in 2014) and his brother finalized the series with a marvelous eloquence. This was a film for the guys, and definitely the ladies. woo woo!

Senator Cory Booker's Wisdom

by Patricia Britt

Cory Booker has a beautiful soul. I've followed him on facebook about a year now, and he posts the most inspirational quotes along with pictures of his job duties in progress. If you go to his facebook page, then click on a quote, then click the arrow on the quote's right side you'll see quotes, and activities. Just keep going to review the quotes.

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See Role Models Men of Measure

MSU :Summer Solstice Jazz Festival Review

by Patricia Britt

The Summer Solstice Jazz Festival is an annual June weekend event to remember. Diego Rivera’s Quartet ( CD:  The Contender  ) saxophone set was widely appreciated by the audience with intense vibrations, and melodic melodies. Diego Rivera (www.diegoriverajazz.com), a member of The Professors of Jazz is style in motion. The East Lansing Jazz Band’s Night in Tunisia nuanced with a drum interlude was well received. The Root Doctor’s ( CD: New Attitude ) bluesy organ driven songs, and Aguanko’s Latin horns had the audience out of their seats. Aguanko’s sophisticated base, drums were also noteworthy. CD due out at the end of 2014. Planet D Nonet did a Sun Ra tribute at the Eli Broad Art Museum.

It was another great event for the www.eljazzfest.com, Rodney Whitacker, Artistic Director.

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TV ~ Te Quiero Tanto ~ Jennifer Lopez vs Wendy Williams

by Patricia Britt

Occasionally one of your favorite stars will be scheduled on the Wendy Williams show. 

June 19, 2014 Jennifer Lopez navigated the guantlet of the Wendy Williams interview with style, sincerity, super class, and sweetness, yet ready for a challenge in Williams star game competition in her stiletto heels. 

Working to promote her new CD AKA with a gorgeous picture in red leather giving her a chance to show what she's made of as always through the media tour. In relationships she says she sees the inside not the surface, and that's probably what keeps the busy mom grounded.

Jennifer Lopez understands the concept of love " You gotta love the love " whether in, or out of a relationship. 

Her next movie role will probably be a block buster when she gets a chance at another sensational character. In the time being I'm sure she's content to be an international dream girl, and clothing designer www.kohls.com/jenniferlopez, www.jenniferlopez.com.

She revealed she reads self help books, and is always searching to be a better person.

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Song : If You Had My Love



Youtube.com  "OV7 - Te Quiero Tanto, Tanto (En Vivo)"

See also WHM: Girl Talk A Women's Guide

Role Models : Men of Measure ~ John Conyers ~ Carl Levin ~ Julian Bond

by Patricia Britt

John Conyers  ( Proposed water shut offs and more http://www.huffingtonpost.com/john-conyers )  has weathered many storms, and had his metal tested, yet elevated above the racism he had to endure in his early years that allowed him to be the role model that he is today. I project he must have internalized the guiding universal principles of manhood  Hollywood produced in it’s golden age that impacted him to look out for the weak, and to be strong for the many.

I had the privilege to observe Carl Levin, and Debbie Stabenow too in my early work career path. By osmosis I learned if you treat the highest, or the lowest with respect you will have the esteem of many and reach your goals with support.

I also had the privilege to meet Julian Bond in a short conversation, and he is all anyone could ever want in a father of so many imparting wisdom seen on television over decades of time.

These people answered the call, set the pace in the quest for equality, and dignity standing up for everyone's rights. Though they were capable of ascending to the presidency times prevented them, however they made a path to achievement.

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Quote: Every Journey of a 1000 miles begins with a single step

Sound Track ~ Motown & Stax Records ~ Deniece Williams ~ My Soul Desire

TV: Wendy Williams ~ Master Manipulator 101 vs Robin Thicke Maestro Balladeer

Wendy Williams ~ Master Manipulator 101 vs Robin Thicke Maestro Balladeer
by Patricia Britt

To watch Wendy Williams is to take a master class in manipulation. She'll say anything whether it's wrong, or right. Then months later she might admit she made a mistake, or never acknowledge the hateful comment i.e. whether, or not a particular entertainer is working, or not, will get married, or not and with her it's all in devilish fun. She likes to broadcast hate news i.e. Ann Hathaway poles, and as much mess as anyone can stand.

Last week she actually said Robin Thicke's song "Lost Without You" could never match "Blurred Lines." Lost Without You" put Robin Thicke on the map! What planet is this woman from? In addition Williams essentially said, that for him to name his album " Paula " to win his wife back, wasn't what he should be doing. He should quietly get back in her good graces, as if this hatemonger would know anything about love? Any woman out there, and especially Paula Patton's spirit must have soared when she heard him declaring his love for her in all of the avenues he can to win her back.  

The real purpose of Williams insincere concern about the couple is to book Robin Thicke on the show to sing a song, or two, and make the show worth watching. Good luck Robin you just might get your dream girl back with another smash cd on the way!

Paula's place is probably filled with flowers ....

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Songs : Barry White ~ Your Sweetness Is My Weakness
             Average White Band ~ A Love of Your Own
              Emotions ~ I Just Love The Man
               The Four Tops ~ Ain't No Woman Like the One I Got
                 Champaign ~ Try Again
                  Howard Hewett ~ Amen
                    New Birth ~ Dream Merchant 
                     OJays ~ Stairway To Heaven
                           

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Sports: When's Lynn Swann's Anniversary

by Patricia Britt

Why don't keep alive sensational events like Lynn Swann running 99 yards for the touchdown versus the OJ anniversary as the dawn of reality tv? Are we better for keeping it real, or are we searching for more answers? Things that make you go hmmmmmmmmm?

http://www.answers.com/topic/lynn-swann     - copy, paste, & check it out

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Song : Eminence Front ~ The Who

Justin Bieber Please

Justin Bieber Please
by Patricia Britt

Justin Bieber please grow up, and consider all the things you're capable of.

Too many, maybe to too many Justin Bieber is a heartthrob to be watched at every moment, and to others he's just a kid, even though he's a young man now.

Justin Bieber has been in the spotlight since he was around 12 years old, and on his first big tour a grown woman claimed she was having his baby. Around a year ago he announced he was taking time off for a year, or so, and regardless of that his fans snap pictures every chance they get if there is a Justin sighting, let alone the paparazzi even though he signed up for his dream to be a star, and made it.

Justin Bieber's mentor is Usher. I believe his faux pas, or insensitive slip of the lip might have been said to shock, or impress someone, or maybe even a test to see if what he said would be leaked. Many people around the world are mixed up about race from mixed images. But should we vilify someone who's just reached twenty for something they said out of momentary ego level at such a young age with so much potential to change. Yes he needs to learn there are certain things you don't say, or do like disrespecting authority figures even, if you're the richest kid in the world who can buy, and sell adults who'll do his bidding.

Haven't we learned about pressuring young entertainers from the facial changes Michael Jackson went through, and other youth who's tragic stories have been well documented. Yes Bieber's had 3 questionable breaks that are pending, but do you really want to see such a young talent strike out. Talent doesn't give anyone a pass to behave ugly. But doesn't youth deserve a chance to evolve, and make a difference.

Usher is brilliant, because he's a music icon. He went through most of his emotional drama in the public eye, and always maintained the greatest grace, and discipline. As Bieber tweeted, if God can forgive he feels secure in that knowledge. He's not Chris Brown who never recovered from his own ego, that he chose not to shut down, and instead struck a girl who dared to question him on a lovely California night, on the way to champagne event. Justin has one of the most intelligent music business mentors in the world with Usher (The Voice ) to lean on, and guide him when he goes astray, if he's willing to listen.

Baby, baby baby ohhhhhhhhhhh ....Goody two shoes take a lot of heat in this post cool era where you could be a Joe Cartwright (Bonanza), and be admired for your principles. Usher had to confess, before he moved mountains to stay on top. Let's not depict Justin as a compassionless moral fool on his way to lock up just yet even though his reputation will remain precarious for a while.

Maybe his song "Boyfriend" means he wants to take time away from the business to have time for a relationship, to have the time to love, to think, to read philosophy, to research I want to say real music besides rap, but then perhaps he was, or is hanging with rappers to discover the error of his ways by learning to trust other men, who are black men his age. Justin's word hurt, and were not ok, and might reflect an effort to be accepted by weak people.

Maybe he should consider taking the Julian Bond civil rights tour, or compose a song for a man who beat the odds of a preset condition.

Zimation Arts & Letters ~ Copyright 2014

Quote : Each one teach one.
Song: Alicia Meyers ~ I Want to Thank You Heavenly Father

See Race Relations in the 21st Century

Male Spiritual Rights of Passage ~ Reading List

Male Spiritual Rights of Passage

by Patricia Britt

Guys here's a short list of books to incorporate into your spirit especially for young black men, yet for all men in general. 

The world is about repetition of good results. If at first you don’t succeed try try again. If you do succeed keep on keeping on, keep on climbing the mountain until you get to the top come back down and do it all over again. Say one mountain is math, another is science, and another technology, and so on.

See the  leadership books for a new age in this millinnium by our President Barack Obama, and spiritual leaders:

http://www.bing.com/search?q=books+by+barack+obama&src=IE-TopResult&FORM=IE10TR

Dreams For My Father

The Audacity of Hope

of Thee I Sing

In addition I would strongly suggest "Spiritual Liberation" by Michael Bernard Beckwith & "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz, because everyone needs to explore their spiritual essence, or at least contemplate the soul through reading, and absorbing something good in these rapidly changing times to ground the soul since confusion is a given.

The Four Agreements is a short book with practical advice i.e. don't take anything personal, because words that sting you should bounce off, because the person who says them has an error in their mental programming, like a computer with a virus that replicates. Your main purpose is to operate your computer from the standpoint of love so that your spirit is ok even when others aren't. This is just one of the agreements. The simplicity of this book is somewhat similar to the simplicity of Maya Angelou's Wouldn't Take Nothing for My Journey for women.

Explore your metaphysical side to put on the armour of protection of your heart.

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Song: Yah Mo Be There by James Ingram

Quote: What is the quality of your intent. by Thurgood Marshall


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