Connecting with Angels

Many believe that angels exist and mingle with humans daily, assisting whenever and where ever they are needed. These divine beings are not only prayed to but are asked to perform miracles when we humans are in need of one. “If you listen closely, you can hear their wings.” A strong belief in angels varies from culture to culture and society to society. They are divine beings that come to us in dreary times in during pleasant occasions. But do angels really exist? The word angel is from Medieval Latin. The masculine name Angelus derived from the name of this heavenly creature. It comes from the Greek word angelos and means "messenger". These “messengers” bring good tidings and warnings whenever it is warranted. Angels are depicted as extraordinarily tall beings with long of medium length...

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Michael Jackson: The man..the legend

On the anniversary of Michael Jackson's death, many fans gathered outside of his place of rest in Glendale. Despite his death being over four years ago, many people still look upon him with fond memories. Despite his checkered image, nothing has taken away his true fans or overshadowed his talent. From a little shack in Gary, Indiana..a legend was born. What began as backing up his singing alongside his brothers quickly became the newest sensation 'The Jackson 5'. The groups most notable songs included 'ABC' and 'I'll be there'. The group performed under Motown initially but after a decline of sales moved to Epic records under 'The Jacksons'. It was at that time that Randy joined the group and Jermaine stayed behind at 'Motown'. 'The Jacksons' went on to tour around the world and produce...

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Does Miley Cyrus support marijuana use?

There is a commonly-held belief that only alcohol is safe to consume. However, this view is becoming challenged more and more everyday. As opposed to giving you my view on the matter, I will present you with the facts and you may come to your own conclusion. Please be aware that ANY substance whether legal or illegal comes with its own risks. While some have higher risks than others, it is important to understand that NO substance should be taken lightly. Recently, Miley Cyrus made the claim that marijuana is safer than alcohol. Ms. Cyrus has certainly come a long way from the innocent Hannah Montana character on Nick. While she did not go into extreme detail, she explained that she has seen others' lives spiral downhill with alcohol but not marijuana. When considering the thought-process...

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Assisting Psychic Children

Today’s psychic child knows that if their parents are psychic their stories are believed. Those children feel comfortable about informing their parents whenever they see, hear, or feel anything out of the ordinary or of the paranormal kind. But what if a child has parents that are not tolerant of their child’s sixth sense? These children will suffer when they feel frightened of what they see and cannot turn to their parents for support. I was one of these children growing up, fearing what I saw and sensed. This is not the way a child should grow up. Inside I felt alone and knew that if I told others I would be put down or shunned because of who I was on the inside. This second sight, as it is termed does not disappear when the child is of a certain age—they do not “grow out of it”. Teenagers...

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Why did Lil' Wayne trample the American flag?

Lil' Wayne's recent rant has not gone unnoticed. The rap star allegedly trampled the American flag. While he may have just done this to express his views, it was most certainly construed as ignorant and anti-American. There are many people who are fed up with the way things have been in this country for a long time (particularly those in disadvantaged neighborhoods). However, doing something like this may not help one's cause. When we look at American history, many have spoken out against the status quo concerning government. Celebrities often lead the charge against injustice and inequality. From rock stars, to movie stars, to rappers; many speak up for those who cannot speak up for themselves. Since celebrities have millions of listening ears and watchful eyes, they can be very effective...

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Star Trek Tech

Photo courtesy of: www.flickr.com Konrad Summers Move over Star Trek, the future isn’t just for “Trekkies” anymore. Remember when you used to see such cool gadgets on Star Trek? Well, it looks like there are many things in the sci-fi world that have become a reality. From Bluetooth headsets to Apple Ipads (seem trekkish to you?), we have certainly come a long way with regard to technology and innovation. Recently, Google has really stepped it up with thing such as: Android, driverless cars, and now: Google Glass. Google Glass is one of the most innovative gadgets yet. Google Glass is a mini-computer embedded within a headset. Although the headset does not have any lenses in them at the moment. Google is in talks with sunglasses...

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'Superman: Man of Steel' Review

I was pretty excited when I learned that there would be a new 'Superman' movie. Although I have never been into comic books or followed the stories, I was always a fan of good superhero movies. While most superhero movies have had modest beginnings, they have changed in recent years. Whether it is through CGI-based graphics or improved prosthetic and special effects art, superhero movies have certainly benefited from modernity. The last superhero movie I saw before 'Superman: Man of Steel' was 'Iron Man 3' which was a complete departure from the first two of the series (not unlike Superman). However, 'Ironman 3' was a great movie in its own right. Although the story line had taken a slightly different turn, the movie could still be appreciated. 'Superman: Man of Steel' did follow a story...

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Revisiting Past lives

Many people believe they have lived more than one lifetime. Is this even possible? According to Past life Regressionists it is very probable that many of our issues stem from a past life. One such issue might be a fear of frogs where the person was thrown into a pit of poisonous frogs and left to die. Another might be the long-held belief that men or women will never be there for you. I have personally discovered that when a person regresses they go back to a time that is pertinent to what they are enduring now. They have a chance to see and feel for themselves what actually happened to them during a specified time period. After knowing and gaining a thorough understanding of an incident that had taken place, they can then move past the issue and move on with their life. My job as a past...

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Console Wars: Xbox One vs. PS4

Ah, here we are again, waiting for the return of the newest consoles for the season. We will not mention Nintendo or the Wii. We are going to let them rest in peace (we will deal with that train wreck later). As always, there are Xbox fanboys as well as Playstation. If you ask anyone on either side why their console is better, they will both have valid arguments. However,  with the unveiling of Xbox One, the game is about to change. While the specs are pretty much the same, consumers' decisions will come down to a few things: price, overall game play, privacy, and titles. After Sony's recent unveiling of the PS4, Microsoft should be extremely worried. The Xbox One's unveiling flopped and Microsoft was very vague on the one thing its consumers really care about;  games. Sony has...

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The real cost of travel in 2013

Anyone who has ever traveled knows how much fun it can be. However, it can also be stressful, tiring, and expensive. Over the years, the trend seems to be that people are not getting as much bang for their buck. In this economy you would think that businesses would do anything to gain consumers. Although this is true in some cases, it isn’t always. For example, airlines have gone from “free everything” to “free nothing”. Remember when you were able to get in flight meals and premium snacks (if not free at least it was still available)? Nowadays you cannot purchase any hot meals on board flights even in first class. Sometimes premium snacks are not available so you may have to settle for dry pretzels and a half-cup of flat soda. Flying used to be fun, now it’s just work. From being exposed...

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Fifth Victim Claimed After Deadly Santa Monica Shooting

Law enforcement announced that the death toll of the horrific Santa Monica shootings rose to 5 on Sunday. During the announcement, police identified the main suspect of the shootings to be a 23 year old male named John Zawahri. Zawahri, previously enrolled at the Santa Monica College in 2010, used an AR-15 automatic assault rifle to make his way nearly a mile down the Santa Monica pier, police officials revealed, firing off more than 1,800 rounds of ammunition as he took the lives of 5 people near the community college. It was also revealed that two of the victims whom were found approximately 20 blocks from the community college campus were Zawahri’s father, 55 year-old Samir Zawahri as well as his older brother, 24 year old Christopher Zawahri. Reports confirmed that once the suspect had...

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Summer 2013 Fashion Trends As Spring Comes To A Close

It’s hard to believe that there are only a few weeks left until spring is finally over, quite possibly due to half of spring still feeling like winter. Regardless, summer is just around the corner so it’s time to gear up for the warm weather with the hottest fashion trends this year. Whether you’re heading for a beach vacation on the coast or casually walking down the street, here are a few fashion styles you should keep your eye out for so you look the best all summer long: Coral is the new pink: Okay, nothing will replace pink but this year coral, the warm mix of orange and pink, is making its way onto the market this summer. Whether you add it to your dresses, tops, pants, shoes, or bags, adding a little coral flare will give your entire look a summer glow, perfect for this year’s fashion...

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