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[willis] My Convention Center Photos

After a meeting, I decided to swing by the new Jackson Convention Complex and check out the new facility. Little did I know that I would be there for three hours and that it would be dark outside when I left. I enjoyed it just that much.
 
by L.W. on 01/19/09 at 11:48 AM Comments (7)


[willis] 2008 In Three Words

Here are some examples: Glad it's over. Barack Hussein Obama. Peace, joy, hope. Need some money.

Whatcha got?
 
by L.W. on 12/31/08 at 08:34 AM Comments (17)


[willis] When a Lame Duck Has to Duck

President Bush made a surprise trip to Iraq, but he got a surprise of his own when an Iraqi journalist threw his shoes at him during a press conference.

As he addressed a news conference in Baghdad, an Iraqi journalist flung his shoes at the American leader and called him a "dog."

"This is the farewell kiss," reporter Muntadhar al-Zaidi yelled as he hurled the footwear -- a strong sign of contempt in Arab culture.

But Bush, who ducked the flying footwear, told reporters aboard Air Force One ...
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by L.W. on 12/15/08 at 07:54 AM Comments (0)


[willis] What will Michelle Obama wear on Inauguration Day?

WWD.com has a slideshow of inauguration dress sketches from designers such as Isaac Mizrahi, Zac Posen and Diane von Furstenburg. There are sketches for Sasha and Malia as well. Which sketches are your favorites?

Michelle slideshow
Malia and Sasha slideshow


 
by L.W. on 12/09/08 at 08:23 AM Comments (6)


[willis] Will the Chicago factory sit-in work?

I'm rooting for the workers, of course. From CNN:

About 200 workers from the United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America have conducted what they called a "peaceful occupation" of the Republic Windows and Doors factory since Friday, the day layoffs were supposed to take effect.

Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich ordered the state government to suspend doing business with Bank of America Monday as the weekend protest spilled into the workweek.

The workers said Republic gave them ...
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by L.W. on 12/09/08 at 07:53 AM Comments (0)


[willis] Patti LaBelle sings her ABCs

A MySpace friend posted this video, and after watching it, the song has been stuck in my head all morning. Check it out:
 
by L.W. on 12/08/08 at 08:07 AM Comments (3)


[willis] Let’s Put an End to “The Most Segregated Hour”

Some say that the most segregated hour in America is on Sunday at 11 a.m. Because of a history of racial division, most of today's churches are predominately white, predominately black, etc. Is this the way God intended for us to worship?

At The Church Triumphant, we believe that God always intended for the church to be a blend of all people, races and nationalities. Each year during the month of November, we come together as one people to offer praise and Thanksgiving to God.

This Sunday, ... read on »
 
by L.W. on 11/24/08 at 10:51 AM Comments (30)


[willis] NAMIWalks 2008 Pictures

Yes, this was back on the 8th, but I was bitten by the procrastination bug. Anyone got a flyswatter?
 
by L.W. on 11/20/08 at 03:10 PM Comments (0)


[willis] How’s this for an inaugural ball?

Daily Kos contributor Kenyada wrote a creative diary entry about what Obama's inaugural ball could be like if those who went on before him could celebrate with him:

Guests began arriving early. There are no place cards and no name tags. Everyone knows everyone else here. Now, there’s a grand foursome - Malcolm X and Betty Shabazz sharing laughs with Martin and Coretta Scott King. Looks like Hosea Williams refused the limo again, keeping it real. And my goodness; is that Rosa Parks out there ... read on »
 
by L.W. on 11/13/08 at 11:52 AM Comments (13)


[willis] A Heartfelt Response to Obama’s Victory

Watch this clip of The View's Sherri Shepherd crying tears of joy over Obama's win. Get your tissues.
 
by L.W. on 11/05/08 at 11:33 AM Comments (0)


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