Seems I Am Not The Only One...

Jan. 20th, 2012 06:53 am
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Originally posted by [livejournal.com profile] digitalwave at Seems I Am Not The Only One...
Originally posted by [livejournal.com profile] morgandawn at Seems I Am Not The Only One....
...who feels the need to take a break from an increasingly dysfunctional relationship.

My own thoughts here (after [livejournal.com profile] taylorgibbs left me a thought provoking comment) -- It was pointed out to me that those independent authors, musicians and filmmakers will be the ones hit hardest by this ... The people who need to get the message are the Big Guns ... the major corporations who are backing this. So ... sure, do a black out, but ... support the independents, those who are working for themselves, just trying to get their words/music/vision out there ...

So if, if you want to protest, then target the Big Guns ...

Or, sign petitions, write your Congressman, the Senators, hell, write the President ...





ETA
We can't usually afford to do much in a given month regardless but I'll gladly save any money we would have spent to help this cause. Megaupload was just the beginning. If we don't make our voices heard now the internet will soon change and it won't be for the better.

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Stop SOPA

Jan. 18th, 2012 12:20 pm
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I've censored the following, in protest of a bill that gives any corporation and the US government the power to censor the internet--a bill that could pass THIS WEEK. To see the uncensored text, and to stop internet censorship, visit: http://americancensorship.org/posts/45955/uncensor



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My Thoughts on Tony's Fear

Nov. 16th, 2011 06:58 pm
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So ... after watching last night's NCIS I started thinking today ...

( Spoilerish if you missed last night's ep )
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My Thoughts on Tony's Fear

Nov. 16th, 2011 06:58 pm
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So ... after watching last night's NCIS I started thinking today ...

( Spoilerish if you missed last night's ep )
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Just in case Mississippi seems too far away

Oct. 14th, 2011 06:50 am
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Originally posted by [livejournal.com profile] tinlizzie82 at Just in case Mississippi seems too far away
I imagine many of you have seen the reposted entry in protest of the Mississippi Personhood Amendment that would grant any fertilized egg the same legal status as an actual live person, thereby outlawing abortion, some forms of birth control and criminalizing miscarriages.

But there is also a threat on a national level. Today the House passed HR 358, which they are calling the Protect Life Act (or for those who oppose it the "Kill Women Bill") , a bill that would allow hospitals receiving federal aid to turn away women who need an abortion even if it is necessary to protect the health of the mother. While this bill is not in danger of becoming law, Obama has said he will veto it and it lacks the votes to overturn that veto, it is indicative of the fragile position of the pro choice contingent in this country and another volley in the right wing onslaught against reproductive rights. One of the most frightening things is that the bill's proponents are trying to frame it as an attack on Obamacare, an more widely unpopular measure, rather than a direct attack on abortion and the general public is not discerning enough to understand this.

This article gives a good overview of the bill, Obama's Statement of Administrative Policy against it, and how it relates to laws aready in place and previous failed attacks on abortion.

The fact that this bill will most likely never make it all the way into policy is no reason to ignore it. Complacency is dangerous and we can best raise our voices by contacting our local representatives and making our views known. You can also contact the Democratic National Committee HERE or the Republican National Committee HERE (click on the contact congress button, the actual page was down, supposedly for service).

Historically, the pro life lobby has not had a majority when it comes to public opinion but it has always been very vocal. In this time of concerted attacks on our reproductive rights, we need to change that and make our views heard loud and clear before it is too late. So contact your local representative, post about this on your LJ or just hit the button below.


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Just in case Mississippi seems too far away

Oct. 14th, 2011 06:50 am
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Originally posted by [livejournal.com profile] tinlizzie82 at Just in case Mississippi seems too far away
I imagine many of you have seen the reposted entry in protest of the Mississippi Personhood Amendment that would grant any fertilized egg the same legal status as an actual live person, thereby outlawing abortion, some forms of birth control and criminalizing miscarriages.

But there is also a threat on a national level. Today the House passed HR 358, which they are calling the Protect Life Act (or for those who oppose it the "Kill Women Bill") , a bill that would allow hospitals receiving federal aid to turn away women who need an abortion even if it is necessary to protect the health of the mother. While this bill is not in danger of becoming law, Obama has said he will veto it and it lacks the votes to overturn that veto, it is indicative of the fragile position of the pro choice contingent in this country and another volley in the right wing onslaught against reproductive rights. One of the most frightening things is that the bill's proponents are trying to frame it as an attack on Obamacare, an more widely unpopular measure, rather than a direct attack on abortion and the general public is not discerning enough to understand this.

This article gives a good overview of the bill, Obama's Statement of Administrative Policy against it, and how it relates to laws aready in place and previous failed attacks on abortion.

The fact that this bill will most likely never make it all the way into policy is no reason to ignore it. Complacency is dangerous and we can best raise our voices by contacting our local representatives and making our views known. You can also contact the Democratic National Committee HERE or the Republican National Committee HERE (click on the contact congress button, the actual page was down, supposedly for service).

Historically, the pro life lobby has not had a majority when it comes to public opinion but it has always been very vocal. In this time of concerted attacks on our reproductive rights, we need to change that and make our views heard loud and clear before it is too late. So contact your local representative, post about this on your LJ or just hit the button below.


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9/11 - Ten Years Later

Sep. 11th, 2011 08:42 am
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First, Happy Birthday to my Dad! He's 58 today!

Second, I thought I would share this song by Alan Jackson (and the lyrics) called "Where Were You" ... it's a beautiful song.



Here are the lyrics:

Where were you when the world stopped turning on that September day?
Were you in the yard with your wife and children
Or working on some stage in L.A.?
Did you stand there in shock at the sight of that black smoke
Risin' against that blue sky?
Did you shout out in anger, in fear for your neighbor
Or did you just sit down and cry?

Did you weep for the children who lost their dear loved ones
And pray for the ones who don't know?
Did you rejoice for the people who walked from the rubble
And sob for the ones left below?
Did you burst out in pride for the red, white and blue
And the heroes who died just doin' what they do?
Did you look up to heaven for some kind of answer
And look at yourself and what really matters?

[Chorus:]
I'm just a singer of simple songs
I'm not a real political man
I watch CNN but I'm not sure I can tell
you the difference in Iraq and Iran
But I know Jesus and I talk to God
And I remember this from when I was young
Faith, hope and love are some good things He gave us
And the greatest is love

Where were you when the world stopped turning on that September day?
Were you teaching a class full of innocent children
Or driving down some cold interstate?
Did you feel guilty 'cause you're a survivor
In a crowded room did you feel alone?
Did you call up your mother and tell her you loved her?
Did you dust off that Bible at home?

Did you open your eyes, hope it never happened
Close your eyes and not go to sleep?
Did you notice the sunset the first time in ages
Or speak to some stranger on the street?
Did you lay down at night and think of tomorrow
Or go out and buy you a gun?
Did you turn off that violent old movie you're watchin'
And turn on "I Love Lucy" reruns?

Did you go to a church and hold hands with some strangers
Did you stand in line and give your own blood?
Did you just stay home and cling tight to your family
Thank God you had somebody to love?

[Repeat Chorus 2x]
And the greatest is love.
And the greatest is love.

Where were you when the world stopped turning that September day?

I was at home, just barely waking up and getting ready for work. Dad told me when I got downstairs and I was just ... in shock. I still had to go to work that morning - I had to be there at 6:45am to get the doors open for the kids (I worked in daycare then). I sat by the door with the radio on an AM station so I could hear the news and give parents updates. When I got home ... I turned the TV on. I didn't go to classes, just sat and watched as the world fell apart ... I had to go back to work later that day but ... it was subdued, quiet.
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9/11 - Ten Years Later

Sep. 11th, 2011 08:42 am
sinderella81: (Peace)
First, Happy Birthday to my Dad! He's 58 today!

Second, I thought I would share this song by Alan Jackson (and the lyrics) called "Where Were You" ... it's a beautiful song.



Here are the lyrics:

Where were you when the world stopped turning on that September day?
Were you in the yard with your wife and children
Or working on some stage in L.A.?
Did you stand there in shock at the sight of that black smoke
Risin' against that blue sky?
Did you shout out in anger, in fear for your neighbor
Or did you just sit down and cry?

Did you weep for the children who lost their dear loved ones
And pray for the ones who don't know?
Did you rejoice for the people who walked from the rubble
And sob for the ones left below?
Did you burst out in pride for the red, white and blue
And the heroes who died just doin' what they do?
Did you look up to heaven for some kind of answer
And look at yourself and what really matters?

[Chorus:]
I'm just a singer of simple songs
I'm not a real political man
I watch CNN but I'm not sure I can tell
you the difference in Iraq and Iran
But I know Jesus and I talk to God
And I remember this from when I was young
Faith, hope and love are some good things He gave us
And the greatest is love

Where were you when the world stopped turning on that September day?
Were you teaching a class full of innocent children
Or driving down some cold interstate?
Did you feel guilty 'cause you're a survivor
In a crowded room did you feel alone?
Did you call up your mother and tell her you loved her?
Did you dust off that Bible at home?

Did you open your eyes, hope it never happened
Close your eyes and not go to sleep?
Did you notice the sunset the first time in ages
Or speak to some stranger on the street?
Did you lay down at night and think of tomorrow
Or go out and buy you a gun?
Did you turn off that violent old movie you're watchin'
And turn on "I Love Lucy" reruns?

Did you go to a church and hold hands with some strangers
Did you stand in line and give your own blood?
Did you just stay home and cling tight to your family
Thank God you had somebody to love?

[Repeat Chorus 2x]
And the greatest is love.
And the greatest is love.

Where were you when the world stopped turning that September day?

I was at home, just barely waking up and getting ready for work. Dad told me when I got downstairs and I was just ... in shock. I still had to go to work that morning - I had to be there at 6:45am to get the doors open for the kids (I worked in daycare then). I sat by the door with the radio on an AM station so I could hear the news and give parents updates. When I got home ... I turned the TV on. I didn't go to classes, just sat and watched as the world fell apart ... I had to go back to work later that day but ... it was subdued, quiet.
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Simple Plan - Get Your Heart On

Jul. 23rd, 2011 10:54 am
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I have been listening to this album almost non-stop ... it's just so amazing.  So here is my review of the album, track by track.

1.  You Suck at Love -- This is seriously like, the most perfect post break up song.  It's fast and rocking and totally makes you wanna get up and dance and forget about the asshole who broke your heart by cheating on you.

2. Can't Keep My Hands Off You (feat. Rivers Cuomo) -- Okay, this is just a fun song ... it's most definitely a love song, but it's so cute!  There's a line where it says 'we're stuck like two pieces of velcro' ... totally adorable!  And I can just bounce around and dance to it all day!

3.  Jet Lag (feat. Natasha Bedingfield) -- this song is almost ... wistful.  It's about two people who ... miss each other.  I'm not normally one for Natasha Bedingfield, but her voice just adds so much to this song ... I get this song stuck in my head, but I really don't mind.  It's tons of fun!!

4.  Astronaut -- This one is a bit more melancholy, but still completely awesome.  It's about being lonely ... and being disconnected from the world and just wanting to not be lonely anymore ... at least that's my view :)

5.  Loser of the Year -- another love song!  At least that's what I hear when I listen.  It's about having all this fame, but not having who you love, and what's the point of having all this fame and money if you can't spend it on the one you love ...

6.  Anywhere Else But Here -- OMG!  This song is fun!  And really, who doesn't really want to be anywhere else but stuck in an office, or traffic or having to wake up at 6am ... I know there are plenty of times that I'd rather be 'Anywhere Else But Here' ...

7.  Freaking Me Out (feat. Alex Gaskarth) -- This song's got an epic awesome beat ... 'I swear I thought I knew you, but that was yesterday' ... it kind of rings true to me ... it's about people who you thought you knew who are SO not who you thought they were ... they've changed and now they're just ... not the same

8.  Summer Paradise (feat. K'naan) -- this really is one of those cool summer songs, just cool and mellow.  It makes me think of bonfires and games on the sand.  There's a love song hidden in there if you listen really close.

9.  Gone Too Soon -- Oh god ... this song makes me cry.  The title of the song says it all, really.  'I never got to say goodbye' ... that's SO true.  I don't have the right words to express my love of this song ...

10.  Last One Standing -- A great song with a kick ass beat!  For me, it's about not letting other people (like 'so called' friends) put you down ... it's about standing up for yourself and being proud of yourself

11.  This Song Saved My Life -- THIS SONG!  I don't have enough words for how powerful this song is to me ... it really is about the power of music over a person.  And I can related to this song so much, because at one point I was so down, so low and hurting so bad, but ... music really helped, and actually Simple Plan music really helped ... the whole song just ... hit's me so hard, and I can't help but get shivers and tear up everytime I listen to it (I'm actually listening to it as I write this review ... )

12.  Jet Lag (feat. Marie-Mai) -- same song as above, just half in French ... and for some reason I think I like the half French version better? 

13.  Never Should Have Left You Go --  A love song again .. about missing someone who you let go, but regretting it, and wanting tht person back.

14.  Loser of the Year (accoustic version) -- The accoustic version has a differnet feel ... but it's just as wonderful and the message of giving everything up for who you love rings even clearer.

I highly reccommend this entire album ... run, don't walk to your nearest music store of iTunes and get it now!!! :D
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Simple Plan - Get Your Heart On

Jul. 23rd, 2011 10:54 am
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I have been listening to this album almost non-stop ... it's just so amazing.  So here is my review of the album, track by track.

1.  You Suck at Love -- This is seriously like, the most perfect post break up song.  It's fast and rocking and totally makes you wanna get up and dance and forget about the asshole who broke your heart by cheating on you.

2. Can't Keep My Hands Off You (feat. Rivers Cuomo) -- Okay, this is just a fun song ... it's most definitely a love song, but it's so cute!  There's a line where it says 'we're stuck like two pieces of velcro' ... totally adorable!  And I can just bounce around and dance to it all day!

3.  Jet Lag (feat. Natasha Bedingfield) -- this song is almost ... wistful.  It's about two people who ... miss each other.  I'm not normally one for Natasha Bedingfield, but her voice just adds so much to this song ... I get this song stuck in my head, but I really don't mind.  It's tons of fun!!

4.  Astronaut -- This one is a bit more melancholy, but still completely awesome.  It's about being lonely ... and being disconnected from the world and just wanting to not be lonely anymore ... at least that's my view :)

5.  Loser of the Year -- another love song!  At least that's what I hear when I listen.  It's about having all this fame, but not having who you love, and what's the point of having all this fame and money if you can't spend it on the one you love ...

6.  Anywhere Else But Here -- OMG!  This song is fun!  And really, who doesn't really want to be anywhere else but stuck in an office, or traffic or having to wake up at 6am ... I know there are plenty of times that I'd rather be 'Anywhere Else But Here' ...

7.  Freaking Me Out (feat. Alex Gaskarth) -- This song's got an epic awesome beat ... 'I swear I thought I knew you, but that was yesterday' ... it kind of rings true to me ... it's about people who you thought you knew who are SO not who you thought they were ... they've changed and now they're just ... not the same

8.  Summer Paradise (feat. K'naan) -- this really is one of those cool summer songs, just cool and mellow.  It makes me think of bonfires and games on the sand.  There's a love song hidden in there if you listen really close.

9.  Gone Too Soon -- Oh god ... this song makes me cry.  The title of the song says it all, really.  'I never got to say goodbye' ... that's SO true.  I don't have the right words to express my love of this song ...

10.  Last One Standing -- A great song with a kick ass beat!  For me, it's about not letting other people (like 'so called' friends) put you down ... it's about standing up for yourself and being proud of yourself

11.  This Song Saved My Life -- THIS SONG!  I don't have enough words for how powerful this song is to me ... it really is about the power of music over a person.  And I can related to this song so much, because at one point I was so down, so low and hurting so bad, but ... music really helped, and actually Simple Plan music really helped ... the whole song just ... hit's me so hard, and I can't help but get shivers and tear up everytime I listen to it (I'm actually listening to it as I write this review ... )

12.  Jet Lag (feat. Marie-Mai) -- same song as above, just half in French ... and for some reason I think I like the half French version better? 

13.  Never Should Have Left You Go --  A love song again .. about missing someone who you let go, but regretting it, and wanting tht person back.

14.  Loser of the Year (accoustic version) -- The accoustic version has a differnet feel ... but it's just as wonderful and the message of giving everything up for who you love rings even clearer.

I highly reccommend this entire album ... run, don't walk to your nearest music store of iTunes and get it now!!! :D
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Oct. 8th, 2009 06:52 am
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So, I guess the news around is that Tom Welling is creating/producing a show for the CW with someone ... I say good for him!  I'm  glad he's getting out there and trying new things!!  I mean, I certainly don't want him to stop acting because I think that he's a pretty good actor and I'd miss him ... but I'm really glad that he's getting out there and 'spreading his wings'.
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Oct. 8th, 2009 06:52 am
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So, I guess the news around is that Tom Welling is creating/producing a show for the CW with someone ... I say good for him!  I'm  glad he's getting out there and trying new things!!  I mean, I certainly don't want him to stop acting because I think that he's a pretty good actor and I'd miss him ... but I'm really glad that he's getting out there and 'spreading his wings'.
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Smallville ... Eternal

Apr. 2nd, 2009 09:01 pm
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So, tonight's Smallville ...

No real review tonight

I did enjoy the ep, but they retconned like a mother fucker ...
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Smallville ... Eternal

Apr. 2nd, 2009 09:01 pm
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So, tonight's Smallville ...

No real review tonight

I did enjoy the ep, but they retconned like a mother fucker ...
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One Thing About Last Night's 'Heroes' ...

Mar. 10th, 2009 07:13 pm
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Not enough John Glover!!!!!!!!!!!

That is all.
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One Thing About Last Night's 'Heroes' ...

Mar. 10th, 2009 07:13 pm
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Not enough John Glover!!!!!!!!!!!

That is all.
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My Stand on Season 9 and Fic ...

Feb. 24th, 2009 05:57 pm
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So, I have heard the news about Season 9 being renewed ...  I can't say that I'm thrilled beyond measure ... I do love my show, very very much ... but I feel like it has lost a lot of momentum ... I am going to watch, because I am one of those people who will watch a show I love to the end, but ... *sigh* ... I'm at a loss, I guess ...

And I am NOT going to let this ruin all the lovely clex bunnies that are running through my head, begging to be written ... I continue to live in the Land of Denial, in the Kingdom of Clex!

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My Stand on Season 9 and Fic ...

Feb. 24th, 2009 05:57 pm
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So, I have heard the news about Season 9 being renewed ...  I can't say that I'm thrilled beyond measure ... I do love my show, very very much ... but I feel like it has lost a lot of momentum ... I am going to watch, because I am one of those people who will watch a show I love to the end, but ... *sigh* ... I'm at a loss, I guess ...

And I am NOT going to let this ruin all the lovely clex bunnies that are running through my head, begging to be written ... I continue to live in the Land of Denial, in the Kingdom of Clex!

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Have you Ever ...

Jan. 27th, 2009 06:01 pm
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... read a fic where the character kept saying things that totally throw you out of the story?

( For Example )



Has anyone ever encountered this in fic? Where something a character does or says pulls you out?

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Have you Ever ...

Jan. 27th, 2009 06:01 pm
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... read a fic where the character kept saying things that totally throw you out of the story?

( For Example )



Has anyone ever encountered this in fic? Where something a character does or says pulls you out?

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