Come on PETA... you could come up with something better than that to help protect the whales at Seaworld. "People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals is accusing theSeaWorld parks of keeping five star-performer whales in conditions that violate the 13th Amendment ban on slavery. " .... violating the 13th amendment? Really?..... I mean... REALLY??
It's no secret that the animals would be better off in the wild. We have known this for years, and yet here we are in 2011 with Animal theme parks and zoos in every major city around the world. It's just how it is. Campaigning for better facilities and treatment of the animals is the best and only real thing you can do for them. Too much money is made off of them to ever put them back in the wild.
Plus once you open the door for the constitution to apply to animals it will never end. The 13th amendment alone could then be argued against Zoos, farms, and even house pets. Isn't keeping a dog at your house as a pet a form of slavery? Always on a leash, behind fences, and at the mercy of the owners will. Or raising animals to be butchered for food.... yeah pretty sure that is slavery or worse... but hey, we gotta eat!
These orcas at Seaworld might be taken from their natural habitat and raised for entertainment, but they are kept at Seaworld's facilities which is among the world's most respected zoological institutions. "There is no higher priority than the welfare of the animals entrusted to our care and no facility sets higher standards in husbandry, veterinary care and enrichment."
"SeaWorld and other U.S. marine parks are governed by the Marine Mammals Protection Act, which allows public displays of the creatures if permits are obtained and the facility offers and education/conservation programs for the public.
Overall, under prevailing U.S. legal doctrine, animals under human control are considered property, not entities with legal standing of their own. They are afforded some protections through animal-cruelty laws, endangered-species regulations and the federal Animal Welfare Act, but are not endowed with a distinct set of rights."
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Sunday, October 9, 2011
5 year old killing Super Bass!
This girl will be famous one day. No doubt! Crazy! Adorable! Incredible! I can't get enough... not only can she rap (and memorized the whole thing) like Nicki Minaj, but this girls got some pipes on her!
Rain and Sunshine
I love walking outside in this weather, brisk clean air with the smell of fresh rainfall, one of my favorite smells in the world. But you look up and there is no sign of the clouds from which it came. Only blue skies and sunshine. You feel the chill air and the warmth of the sun on your skin. I don't know what it is about cold weather, but the air always feels fresher, cleaner, and more natural. This weather is a reminder that the holiday season is upon us. My favorite time of year. I always welcome this weather with open arms and a smile on my face.
Thursday, October 6, 2011
RIP Steve Jobs
We have truly lost one of the great minds of our generation. Steve Jobs is no mere inventor, or tech genius, or CEO.... he is so much more. Only a few people in the world have truly changed the world and the was we live in it. Apple is the "In & Out" of the technological world. There are only a few things on the menu, yet everyone goes there. They have a couple computer models, a couple iPods and ONE phone. And their market share is out of this world. I would say 90% of my friends own the iphone AND a Mac computer. And those who happen to have the blackberry or droid hold an iPod in their back pocket. Apple is the one and only company that I can say I am 100% brand loyal. For the rest of my life I will own an iPhone and a Mac. End of story.
This was written in an article on Yahoo and for me, is a great description of what Steve Jobs actually did:
"It's difficult to put a tag on what it is precisely that Jobs did. He didn't create a fundamentally new business structure, the way John D. Rockefeller did with the vertical integration of Standard Oil. He didn't democratize a product that had only been available to the very rich, as Henry Ford did with the Model T. And he didn't fundamentally alter the distribution, logistics, and production systems the way that Sam Walton did with Wal-Mart. Under Jobs, Apple simply created a bunch of really cool products that people decided they needed to have. And have again. While Apple had brilliant ads, and while Jobs was an excellent salesperson, Apple's rabid, evangelizing fans have been the most effective marketing tool. When it comes to clothes, or shoes, or cars, my kids, 13 and 9, are largely indifferent to brands. When it was time for them to get their own computer, it had to be a Mac."
Finally words from celebrities around the world on the impact of the life and death of Steve Jobs.
Statement from President Barack Obama
"Michelle and I are saddened to learn of the passing of Steve Jobs. Steve was among the greatest of American innovators - brave enough to think differently, bold enough to believe he could change the world, and talented enough to do it.
By building one of the planet's most successful companies from his garage, he exemplified the spirit of American ingenuity. By making computers personal and putting the internet in our pockets, he made the information revolution not only accessible, but intuitive and fun. And by turning his talents to storytelling, he has brought joy to millions of children and grownups alike. Steve was fond of saying that he lived every day like it was his last. Because he did, he transformed our lives, redefined entire industries, and achieved one of the rarest feats in human history: he changed the way each of us sees the world.
The world has lost a visionary. And there may be no greater tribute to Steve's success than the fact that much of the world learned of his passing on a device he invented. Michelle and I send our thoughts and prayers to Steve's wife Laurene, his family, and all those who loved him."
Statement from Bill Gates
"Michelle and I are saddened to learn of the passing of Steve Jobs. Steve was among the greatest of American innovators - brave enough to think differently, bold enough to believe he could change the world, and talented enough to do it.
By building one of the planet's most successful companies from his garage, he exemplified the spirit of American ingenuity. By making computers personal and putting the internet in our pockets, he made the information revolution not only accessible, but intuitive and fun. And by turning his talents to storytelling, he has brought joy to millions of children and grownups alike. Steve was fond of saying that he lived every day like it was his last. Because he did, he transformed our lives, redefined entire industries, and achieved one of the rarest feats in human history: he changed the way each of us sees the world.
The world has lost a visionary. And there may be no greater tribute to Steve's success than the fact that much of the world learned of his passing on a device he invented. Michelle and I send our thoughts and prayers to Steve's wife Laurene, his family, and all those who loved him."
Statement from Bill Gates
"I'm truly saddened to learn of Steve Jobs' death. Melinda and I extend our sincere condolences to his family and friends, and to everyone Steve has touched through his work.
Steve and I first met nearly 30 years ago, and have been colleagues, competitors and friends over the course of more than half our lives.
The world rarely sees someone who has had the profound impact Steve has had, the effects of which will be felt for many generations to come.
For those of us lucky enough to get to work with him, it's been an insanely great honor. I will miss Steve immensely. "
Steve and I first met nearly 30 years ago, and have been colleagues, competitors and friends over the course of more than half our lives.
The world rarely sees someone who has had the profound impact Steve has had, the effects of which will be felt for many generations to come.
For those of us lucky enough to get to work with him, it's been an insanely great honor. I will miss Steve immensely. "
Statement from Jerry Yang, Yahoo! founder
"Steve was my hero growing up. He not only gave me a lot of personal advice and encouragement, he showed all of us how innovation can change lives. I will miss him dearly, as will the world."
Statement from Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook founder and CEO
"Steve, thank you for being a mentor and a friend. Thanks for showing that what you build can change the world. I will miss you."
Statement from Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen
"My condolences to Steve Jobs family and friends. We've lost a unique tech pioneer and auteur who knew how to make amazingly great products."
Statement from House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif.
Statement from Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen
"My condolences to Steve Jobs family and friends. We've lost a unique tech pioneer and auteur who knew how to make amazingly great products."
Statement from House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif.
"Steve Jobs was a visionary who changed the way we live, an innovator whose products brought joy to millions, a risktaker who wasn't afraid to challenge the status quo, and an entrepreneur who led one of the most creative companies of our time.
"His sage advice was respected by policymakers on both sides of the aisle. His courageous fight against cancer brought strength to many.
"I hope it is a comfort to those who loved him, especially his family, that so many grieve his loss and are praying for them at this sad time."
Statement from Walt Disney president Bob Iger
"His sage advice was respected by policymakers on both sides of the aisle. His courageous fight against cancer brought strength to many.
"I hope it is a comfort to those who loved him, especially his family, that so many grieve his loss and are praying for them at this sad time."
Statement from Walt Disney president Bob Iger
"Steve Jobs was a great friend as well as a trusted advisor. His legacy will extend far beyond the products he created or the businesses he built. It will be the millions of people he inspired, the lives he changed, and the culture he defined. Steve was such an "original," with a thoroughly creative, imaginative mind that defined an era. Despite all he accomplished, it feels like he was just getting started. With his passing the world has lost a rare original, Disney has lost a member of our family, and I have lost a great friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Laurene and his children during this difficult time."
Statement from California Gov. Edmund Brown
"Steve Jobs was a great California innovator who demonstrated what a totally independent and creative mind can accomplish. Few people have made such a powerful and elegant imprint on our lives. Anne and I wish to express our deepest sympathy to Steve's wife, Laurene, and their entire family."
Statement from New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg
Statement from California Gov. Edmund Brown
"Steve Jobs was a great California innovator who demonstrated what a totally independent and creative mind can accomplish. Few people have made such a powerful and elegant imprint on our lives. Anne and I wish to express our deepest sympathy to Steve's wife, Laurene, and their entire family."
Statement from New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg
"Tonight, America lost a genius who will be remembered with Edison and Einstein, and whose ideas will shape the world for generations to come. Again and again over the last four decades, Steve Jobs saw the future and brought it to life long before most people could even see the horizon. And Steve's passionate belief in the power of technology to transform the way we live brought us more than smart phones and iPads: it brought knowledge and power that is reshaping the face of civilization. In New York City's government, everyone from street construction inspectors to NYPD detectives have harnessed Apple's products to do their jobs more efficiently and intuitively. Tonight our City - a city that has always had such respect and admiration for creative genius - joins with people around the planet in remembering a great man and keeping Laurene and the rest of the Jobs family in our thoughts and prayers."
Celebrities and Politicians Take to Twitter to Offer Condolences
Celebrities and Politicians Take to Twitter to Offer Condolences
Arianna Huffington, Huffington Post CEO
"@ariannahuff: My thoughts go out to Steve Jobs' family and friends. Thank you for changing our world."
Steve Levitan, co-creator/executive producer of ABC's "Modern Family"
"@SteveLevitan: I'm so sorry to hear about the death of Steve Jobs. He was truly one of my heroes. He leaves one hell of a legacy. #iSad"
Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger
"@Schwarzenegger: Steve lived the California Dream every day of his life and he changed the world and inspired all of us. #ThankYouSteve"
Former California first lady Maria Shriver
"@mariashriver: I'm going to turn off my Apple computer, iPhone and iPad tonight at 8pm and honor Steve with a moment of digital silence. Will you join me?"
"@mariashriver: I'm so happy that I knew him and was so blessed by his friendship. He impacted all of our lives and changed the world."
"@mariashriver: My heart weeps for all who worked with Steve and who loved him, especially my friend Laurene and their children."
Jon Huntsman, Republican presidential candidate
"@JonHuntsman: Sad to hear about the passing of Steve Jobs, a true inspiration and a great American innovator."
Ryan Seacrest, "American Idol" host/radio talk show personality/producer
"@RyanSeacrest: 'Have the courage to follow ur heart & intuition. They already know what u truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.' - Steve Jobs"
Nancy Grace, TV host, "Dancing With the Stars" contestant
"@NancyGraceHLN: About to go to air & discovered news about Steve Jobs - My heart goes out to his family tonight. #RIP Steve Jobs"
Lebron James, Miami Heat forward
"@KingJames: R.I.P Steve Jobs. Someone who definitely left his mark on this world! Innovations that will live and last forever!!"
Neil Patrick Harris, Actor on "How I Met Your Mother"
"@ActuallyNPH: Rest in peace, Steve Jobs. Your genius will live on for generations to come..."
"@ariannahuff: My thoughts go out to Steve Jobs' family and friends. Thank you for changing our world."
Steve Levitan, co-creator/executive producer of ABC's "Modern Family"
"@SteveLevitan: I'm so sorry to hear about the death of Steve Jobs. He was truly one of my heroes. He leaves one hell of a legacy. #iSad"
Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger
"@Schwarzenegger: Steve lived the California Dream every day of his life and he changed the world and inspired all of us. #ThankYouSteve"
Former California first lady Maria Shriver
"@mariashriver: I'm going to turn off my Apple computer, iPhone and iPad tonight at 8pm and honor Steve with a moment of digital silence. Will you join me?"
"@mariashriver: I'm so happy that I knew him and was so blessed by his friendship. He impacted all of our lives and changed the world."
"@mariashriver: My heart weeps for all who worked with Steve and who loved him, especially my friend Laurene and their children."
Jon Huntsman, Republican presidential candidate
"@JonHuntsman: Sad to hear about the passing of Steve Jobs, a true inspiration and a great American innovator."
Ryan Seacrest, "American Idol" host/radio talk show personality/producer
"@RyanSeacrest: 'Have the courage to follow ur heart & intuition. They already know what u truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.' - Steve Jobs"
Nancy Grace, TV host, "Dancing With the Stars" contestant
"@NancyGraceHLN: About to go to air & discovered news about Steve Jobs - My heart goes out to his family tonight. #RIP Steve Jobs"
Lebron James, Miami Heat forward
"@KingJames: R.I.P Steve Jobs. Someone who definitely left his mark on this world! Innovations that will live and last forever!!"
Neil Patrick Harris, Actor on "How I Met Your Mother"
"@ActuallyNPH: Rest in peace, Steve Jobs. Your genius will live on for generations to come..."
Monday, October 3, 2011
"Do Something Great" Music
Do you have certain songs that when you listen to them they make you... want to do something great!?! Really??? ME TOO!!! Actually you are in luck... cause I have a whole playlist of songs that pump me up!! Not to dance, or go out drinking, or even just feel good... they fill me with a desire to do something great. They make me want to make a difference in the world. They make me want to go out and achieve greatness. They make me want my life to mean something. I listen to these songs and say to myself... "alright, today is the day that you are going to start something monumentally GREAT!" Anyways, if you don't have a song, of list of songs that make you feel like this, that urge you to be better than you are, then I implore you to listen to this list of songs. And if they don't stir something inside of you to get your lazy ass off the couch and do something with your life... well then, I'm afraid to tell you there is little hope in this world that you will ever leave that couch.
1. "Go the distance" by Michael Bolton
2. "I was here" by Lady Antebellum
3. "The World's Greatest" by R. Kelley
4. "The Power of the dream" by Celine Dion
5. "A moment like this" by Kelly Clarkson
6. "Chariots of Fire" by Galaxy Sound Orchestra
7. "Defying Gravity" by Wicked Soundrack
8. "I believe" by Fantasia
9. "This is my now" by Jordan Sparks (I know its alot of American Idol songs, but let's be real... they are inspiring!!)
10. "I dreamed a dream" by Les Miserables Soundtrack
11. "Skyscraper" by Demi Lovato
12. "Eye of the Tiger" by Survivor
13. "Southhampton" by James Horner from the Titanic Soundtrack
14. "Leaving Port" by James Horner from the Titanic Soundtrack
15, "Flying" by James Horner from the Peter Pan Soundtrack
1. "Go the distance" by Michael Bolton
2. "I was here" by Lady Antebellum
3. "The World's Greatest" by R. Kelley
4. "The Power of the dream" by Celine Dion
5. "A moment like this" by Kelly Clarkson
6. "Chariots of Fire" by Galaxy Sound Orchestra
7. "Defying Gravity" by Wicked Soundrack
8. "I believe" by Fantasia
9. "This is my now" by Jordan Sparks (I know its alot of American Idol songs, but let's be real... they are inspiring!!)
10. "I dreamed a dream" by Les Miserables Soundtrack
11. "Skyscraper" by Demi Lovato
12. "Eye of the Tiger" by Survivor
13. "Southhampton" by James Horner from the Titanic Soundtrack
14. "Leaving Port" by James Horner from the Titanic Soundtrack
15, "Flying" by James Horner from the Peter Pan Soundtrack
Saturday, October 1, 2011
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