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If your Prom date backs out, do you still go to the Prom?

Posted by: dance123 on: February 14, 2010

So much in preparation for such a special occasion.  You plan everything out so it will be prefect, but something always seem to go wrong.   Well, at least that’s what happen to me. I’m not going to mention what class I was, because then you will know it was back with the dinosaurs (just kidding).  Anyway, you plan and plan and time still seem to run against you.  After finally getting up enough nerve to invite this guy whom I really liked, cut back on snacks to make sure theres no pimples, and I can fit in my Prom outfit.  My color theme was Purple and black or maybe it was purple and white.  (I guess I told on myself-it was a while ago).  Anyway, you find the right shoes, because everything has to be prefect even down to your accessories and undies.  So after getting the shopping done and making transportation arrangements.  All these things can have you going around in circles, and the cost can give you a headache!

My date back out at the last minute.   So I considered going “stag” or finding another date at the last minute.  If you find yourself in this position what would you do?

(a) Where do you can find another date at the last minute?

(b) You can always go “stag” because who says you can’t go alone and still have fun?

(c) You can stay home, and maybe miss out on a nice time.

Well, to make a long story short, I got another date who was my best friend older brother.   In the end, I had a nice time and glad I went.   I would have miss out had I stayed home.  So if you find yourself with this problem … go to your Prom.   Even if I hadn’t got another date, I would have went “stag.”  Nothing wrong with that…Molly Ringwald in “Pretty In Pink” went stag.  Sometimes you just got to do what you gotta do to prove a point.  Like the saying goes, “Never let them know they can get the best of you.”   If you stay home–you might end up wishing you had went years later.  You would never know what might have been.

Valentine’s Day

Posted by: Nai on: February 10, 2010

Well, I think maybe I will spend it alone, and is that so bad?

I don’t think so.  I rather be alone than be with someone that makes me unhappy; that’s just my opinion and the well I feel.  Anyway, Happy Valentine to each and all of you.

This Historical Day – I Thought I Would Never See

Posted by: dance123 on: January 20, 2009

I wasn’t on the mall; but I was there in spirit, and glued to my television screen.  Oh what a historical day this has been, it’s so hard to believe, but it’s all real.  I couldn’t hold back the tears of joy after Mr. and Mrs. Obama arrived at the Capitol and got out of the limo.

Oh what a historical day one I’ll never forget.   This day I believe the whole world was probably joyous.  President Barack Obama delivered the right message to the American people and to the World.

I’m so proud of everyone’s behavior on the mall, they seem to be all in such good spirits; all helping to make this great day possible.   We must remember to give our thanks to God for granting us all this day which has been long awaited, and more importantly allowing us to witness it in our lifetime.

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Source:
Video entitled “Obama Sworn-In as US President — a VOA report” later added to post courtesy of YouTube, and VOAvideo.

Happy New Year 2009

Posted by: dance123 on: January 1, 2009

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Have fun, don’t drink too much.  Drive safe, and watch out for the other guy. Hope all your dreams come true in 2009.  PEACE.

Today

Posted by: dance123 on: December 29, 2008

Today, I’ll surf around my wordpress community to get a better feel.  There’s a lot of interesting people out there with a lot to share.  Sometimes it’s good to just step outside yourself and see what in the world.

Other Types of Dances

Posted by: dance123 on: December 29, 2008

I’ve started my blog off focusing on Hip Hop.  I’m also interested in other styles of dance; so as time continue I turn my focus to some of my favorites like Latin, Belly, and Step dance.  I admit lately I’ve done more watching them on TV than practicing, but I’m optimistic and have high hopes of learning them.  Well, at least the Latin, and Belly dance.  Step dance is really very beautiful; but I don’t have the balance to dance on my toes, and I would also look pretty silly too.  Hmm,  nah! 

Wyclef Jean

Posted by: dance123 on: December 27, 2008

Wyclef Jean

Wyclef Jean

Scott Pelley, from 60 Minutes did a special report on Wyclef Jean,  which aired January 11, 2009.  Did you catch it or see the video?  If not here’s a link to the article  “Wyclef Jean’s Hope for Haiti.”  It is always a deep pleasure to my heart when I hear about gifted and talented people using their musical talents in a positive light, especially anyone who’s black from the Hip hop world.

Scott Pelley said, “Wyclef is a Grammy Award winning multimillionaire…” He gives hope to millions in Haiti through “Yele,” a charity he began with his own money “25 million dollars“.  He is currently supported by donations.  Not nearly enough but a start and added ray of hope for Hatti.

Pelley said basically the world is tired of Haiti and it’s a failed project, because so money has been poured into to Hatti, but if on a comparison with how much we have given other countries, I doubt that the amount given to Hatti would equal not even close.

As Wyclef and Pelley travelled down the streets of Haiti the people came out to greet and touch Wyclef.  Pelley described it best when saying “they acted as if he[Wyclef] was their only hope…”  One young man placed Wyclef’s hand on top of his head he seemed as if he was being blessed.  Wyclef’s presences seem to give them a ray of hope when he visits.

Wyclef and his family made it out of Haiti, and they came to America.  He became a successful Hip Hop Rap Artist.  He never forgot from where he came, and now uses his personal wealth to give back to his people, struggling to keep put Hatti on the table so the world will not to forget her.

Since the creation of his charity he fights for the upliftment of his people. Pelley wanted to know about name “Yele” and why he chose this term?  Wyclef said, “Yele” is a Haitian term for yell…  He said he chose “Yele,  so the world would hear us.  Wow!  it’s very sad.

Source:
1.  Info. facts from Scott Pelley’s 60 Minutes report on Wyclef Jean aired on January 11, 2009; to learn more visit:  Wyclef Jean’s Hope for Haiti.
2.  To Learn more about YeleHaiti and Haiti’s condition visit: YeleHaiti.org
3.  For Wyclef Jean Music click here:  Wyclef Jean Music.

Hip Hop culture effect on the world?

Posted by: dance123 on: December 23, 2008

What effect has Hip Hop culture had on the world?  It’s powerful influences has effected all of us in some way I suppose – especially with some of our youths behavior; or the clothes they wear – with the those baggy pants hanging off their butts; or those cool flexible break dance and popping moves we like to watch; or their hip hop music played more and more on tv and in movies; or song selections we listen to on our ipods and MP3 players and it’s all good if that’s what you’re into; but OMG!  Those musical ring tones that are  just too loud where everyone, and their next door neighbor are forced to listen too; drive you crazy.  Some people just don’t care about invading other peoples space when they take their time about answer their cellphones probably thinking it’s cool or sounds good to everyone else.  I think its a bit rude especially when you’re sitting in the library, and that happens.  For goodness sake it’s a Library, put the thing on vibrate.  Even worst than that is when the person answers and talk so loud they almost wake the dead everyone can hear the conversation… people  sneak peeps, and the Librarian has to come over and remind them they are in a Library.  Wow, get a clue people.

Hip Hop’s popularity has grown world wide, and probably can be credited for bringing all races closer together some ways.  I wonder did Beatlemania have the same broad powerful effects on dance, dress, social behaviors as Hip Hop now does in America and around the world?

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The Hip Hop Wars: What We Talk About When We Talk About Hip Hop–and Why It Matters by Tricia Rose (Paperback)


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What effect has Hip Hop had on your family?

Posted by: dance123 on: December 23, 2008

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My daughter seem to be captivated by the Hip Hop music, and the wearing of tight clothes.  My son being the more conservative thinker only dresses Hip Hop, because he feels girls are more impressed or attracted to guys who dressed as such.  Hip Hop is here to stay no problem – it has it’s plus and minus like everything else.   Myself,  I’m a bit more conservative probably because I came up during a different time.  Sometimes I’m a little more conservative than I like to be.  When it comes to music I like all types; but not all music pleases me especially if it doesn’t move me.  Some music that makes you want to get up and dance; some covers you like a warm blanket; or seem to touches my inner soul.  One of the problems I have with Hip Hop music is it’s language – not usually the beat!  The beat is usually very cool, but the language?   The cursing, and raw sexual content does more damage than any good!  The vulger language, and raw sexual content turns me off, and makes me lose a respect for the artist for selling out.  It’s just not necessary to get your point across.   I know some people argue and say “ah well, its necessary because that’s the audience they are trying to reach.”  Well maybe, but they’re reaching more than just that particular audience.  What about children?  Then some will say, “well it’s the parents responsibility not to let the children hear it or their responsibility to keep it away from them.”  True up to a point, because you can’t protect your childern every moment all of the time.   What about when they go outside they hear it outside all the time.  People don’t have speech their minds without a guard over their mouth with no requards for whomever.

It’s effect on the family, and society seem more and more negative as if by some special design.

Welcome World :)

Posted by: dance123 on: December 22, 2008

Dance123 Word up! is not about teaching you how to dance, but you’ll certainly be able to grab a few moves from all the cool videos.

To start things off on the right foot check out this first video.  It’s a definite must see!  If you’ve  seen it already– it’s okay see it again its worth it, because these guys are on top of their game.   Word up!

Video 1:  “Ronnie vs. Junior – Red Bull BC One 2005 – High Quality
Description:  A break dance competition at the “Quarter Finals:  Ronnie(USA) vs. Junior(France)….”-2

Source:
1.  Video Ronnie vs. Junior – Red Bull BC One 2005 – High Quality and description courtesy of YouTube.com and Slider821.

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