Superbowl Week in Tampa Florida

Norv Turner

Eddie George

XLIII

Arizona Cardinal's Cheerleaders

Willie Parker

Tampa Hometown Bands Impulse and USF Perform Live (Superbowl Week)

Tony Dungy's Interview with ESPN Radio (Superbowl Week)

2004 Chevy Impala SS Indianapolis Edition (only 4000 made)

Please contact ilwil3@yahoo.com or call 202-210-9084 and ask to speak to Will

Owners Asking Price: $7000.00 Miles less than 100,000 (99,000 as of today)

Kelly Blue Book Value: Excellent $9,635.oo

Suggested Retail Value Assumes Excellent Condition: 100,000

Engine:V6 3.8L Supercharged Engine: Standard Air Conditioning AM/FM Stereo Leather Power Steering Cassette Power Seat Power Windows OnStarRear Spoiler Power Door Locks Dual Front Air Bags Alloy Wheels Tilt WheelABS (4-Wheel) Cruise Control Traction Control

Blue Book Suggested Retail Value The Kelley Blue Book Suggested Retail Value is representative of dealers' asking prices and is the starting point for negotiation between a consumer and a dealer. This Suggested Retail Value assumes that the vehicle has been fully reconditioned and has a clean title history. This value also takes into account the dealers' profit, costs for advertising, sales commissions and other costs of doing business. The final sale price will likely be less depending on the vehicle's actual condition, popularity, type of warranty offered and local market conditions.Vehicle Condition Ratings:

Excellent $10,635 Looks new, is in excellent mechanical condition and needs no reconditioning. Never had any paint or body work and is free of rust. Clean title history and will pass a smog and safety inspection.Engine compartment is clean, with no fluid leaks and is free of any wear or visible defects. Complete and verifiable service records. Less than 5% of all used vehicles fall into this category.

Slumdog Millionaire

ASSI – “Slumdog Millionaire” is the film that everyone is talking about, so I had to see it, and what a movie. I immensely enjoyed this coming of age film that is about two brothers who are orphaned after their mother is killed by an attacker. Jamal is smitten by Latika a little girl from the neighborhood who is also without relatives. Jamal the main character is captured and interrogated by the Mumbai police because the host of India’s version of “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” is under the impression that he cheated. The host, Prem Kumar played by Anil Kapoor disbelieves that a child from the streets could know the answers, but Jamal and his brother Salim are faced with various obstacles that provides the answers to the questions, hence the movie’s premise. The Directors, Danny Boyle and Co-Director Loveleen Tandan who is from India did an exceptional job of telling this story. As I see it, this is a film worth seeing and owning, the cast especially the child actors are fantastic, “Slumdog Millionaire” is actually worthy of an academy award nomination. I give “Slumdog Millionair” 4.5 blinks.

President Barack Hussein Obama's Inaguration Speech

My fellow citizens:
I stand here today humbled by the task before us, grateful for the trust you have bestowed, mindful of the sacrifices borne by our ancestors. I thank President Bush for his service to our nation, as well as the generosity and cooperation he has shown throughout this transition.
Forty-four Americans have now taken the presidential oath. The words have been spoken during rising tides of prosperity and the still waters of peace. Yet, every so often the oath is taken amidst gathering clouds and raging storms. At these moments, America has carried on not simply because of the skill or vision of those in high office, but because we the people have remained faithful to the ideals of our forebears, and true to our founding documents.
So it has been. So it must be with this generation of Americans.
That we are in the midst of crisis is now well understood. Our nation is at war, against a far-reaching network of violence and hatred. Our economy is badly weakened, a consequence of greed and irresponsibility on the part of some, but also our collective failure to make hard choices and prepare the nation for a new age. Homes have been lost; jobs shed; businesses shuttered. Our health care is too costly; our schools fail too many; and each day brings further evidence that the ways we use energy strengthen our adversaries and threaten our planet.
These are the indicators of crisis, subject to data and statistics. Less measurable but no less profound is a sapping of confidence across our land — a nagging fear that America's decline is inevitable, and that the next generation must lower its sights.
Today I say to you that the challenges we face are real. They are serious and they are many. They will not be met easily or in a short span of time. But know this, America — they will be met.
On this day, we gather because we have chosen hope over fear, unity of purpose over conflict and discord.
On this day, we come to proclaim an end to the petty grievances and false promises, the recriminations and worn out dogmas, that for far too long have strangled our politics.
We remain a young nation, but in the words of Scripture, the time has come to set aside childish things. The time has come to reaffirm our enduring spirit; to choose our better history; to carry forward that precious gift, that noble idea, passed on from generation to generation: the God-given promise that all are equal, all are free and all deserve a chance to pursue their full measure of happiness.
In reaffirming the greatness of our nation, we understand that greatness is never a given. It must be earned. Our journey has never been one of shortcuts or settling for less. It has not been the path for the faint-hearted — for those who prefer leisure over work, or seek only the pleasures of riches and fame. Rather, it has been the risk-takers, the doers, the makers of things — some celebrated but more often men and women obscure in their labor, who have carried us up the long, rugged path towards prosperity and freedom.
For us, they packed up their few worldly possessions and traveled across oceans in search of a new life.
For us, they toiled in sweatshops and settled the West; endured the lash of the whip and plowed the hard earth.
For us, they fought and died, in places like Concord and Gettysburg; Normandy and Khe Sanh.
Time and again these men and women struggled and sacrificed and worked till their hands were raw so that we might live a better life. They saw America as bigger than the sum of our individual ambitions; greater than all the differences of birth or wealth or faction.
This is the journey we continue today. We remain the most prosperous, powerful nation on Earth. Our workers are no less productive than when this crisis began. Our minds are no less inventive, our goods and services no less needed than they were last week or last month or last year. Our capacity remains undiminished. But our time of standing pat, of protecting narrow interests and putting off unpleasant decisions — that time has surely passed. Starting today, we must pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and begin again the work of remaking America.
For everywhere we look, there is work to be done. The state of the economy calls for action, bold and swift, and we will act — not only to create new jobs, but to lay a new foundation for growth. We will build the roads and bridges, the electric grids and digital lines that feed our commerce and bind us together. We will restore science to its rightful place, and wield technology's wonders to raise health care's quality and lower its cost. We will harness the sun and the winds and the soil to fuel our cars and run our factories. And we will transform our schools and colleges and universities to meet the demands of a new age. All this we can do. All this we will do.
Now, there are some who question the scale of our ambitions — who suggest that our system cannot tolerate too many big plans. Their memories are short. For they have forgotten what this country has already done; what free men and women can achieve when imagination is joined to common purpose, and necessity to courage.
What the cynics fail to understand is that the ground has shifted beneath them — that the stale political arguments that have consumed us for so long no longer apply. The question we ask today is not whether our government is too big or too small, but whether it works — whether it helps families find jobs at a decent wage, care they can afford, a retirement that is dignified. Where the answer is yes, we intend to move forward. Where the answer is no, programs will end. Those of us who manage the public's dollars will be held to account — to spend wisely, reform bad habits, and do our business in the light of day — because only then can we restore the vital trust between a people and their government.
Nor is the question before us whether the market is a force for good or ill. Its power to generate wealth and expand freedom is unmatched, but this crisis has reminded us that without a watchful eye, the market can spin out of control — and that a nation cannot prosper long when it favors only the prosperous. The success of our economy has always depended not just on the size of our gross domestic product, but on the reach of our prosperity; on our ability to extend opportunity to every willing heart — not out of charity, but because it is the surest route to our common good.
As for our common defense, we reject as false the choice between our safety and our ideals. Our founding fathers ... our found fathers, faced with perils we can scarcely imagine, drafted a charter to assure the rule of law and the rights of man, a charter expanded by the blood of generations. Those ideals still light the world, and we will not give them up for expedience's sake. And so to all the other peoples and governments who are watching today, from the grandest capitals to the small village where my father was born: know that America is a friend of each nation and every man, woman, and child who seeks a future of peace and dignity, and that we are ready to lead once more.
Recall that earlier generations faced down fascism and communism not just with missiles and tanks, but with sturdy alliances and enduring convictions. They understood that our power alone cannot protect us, nor does it entitle us to do as we please. Instead, they knew that our power grows through its prudent use; our security emanates from the justness of our cause, the force of our example, the tempering qualities of humility and restraint.
We are the keepers of this legacy. Guided by these principles once more, we can meet those new threats that demand even greater effort — even greater cooperation and understanding between nations. We will begin to responsibly leave Iraq to its people, and forge a hard-earned peace in Afghanistan. With old friends and former foes, we will work tirelessly to lessen the nuclear threat, and roll back the specter of a warming planet. We will not apologize for our way of life, nor will we waver in its defense, and for those who seek to advance their aims by inducing terror and slaughtering innocents, we say to you now that our spirit is stronger and cannot be broken; you cannot outlast us, and we will defeat you.
For we know that our patchwork heritage is a strength, not a weakness. We are a nation of Christians and Muslims, Jews and Hindus — and non-believers. We are shaped by every language and culture, drawn from every end of this Earth; and because we have tasted the bitter swill of civil war and segregation, and emerged from that dark chapter stronger and more united, we cannot help but believe that the old hatreds shall someday pass; that the lines of tribe shall soon dissolve; that as the world grows smaller, our common humanity shall reveal itself; and that America must play its role in ushering in a new era of peace.
To the Muslim world, we seek a new way forward, based on mutual interest and mutual respect. To those leaders around the globe who seek to sow conflict, or blame their society's ills on the West — know that your people will judge you on what you can build, not what you destroy. To those who cling to power through corruption and deceit and the silencing of dissent, know that you are on the wrong side of history; but that we will extend a hand if you are willing to unclench your fist.
To the people of poor nations, we pledge to work alongside you to make your farms flourish and let clean waters flow; to nourish starved bodies and feed hungry minds. And to those nations like ours that enjoy relative plenty, we say we can no longer afford indifference to the suffering outside our borders; nor can we consume the world's resources without regard to effect. For the world has changed, and we must change with it.
As we consider the road that unfolds before us, we remember with humble gratitude those brave Americans who, at this very hour, patrol far-off deserts and distant mountains. They have something to tell us, just as the fallen heroes who lie in Arlington whisper through the ages. We honor them not only because they are guardians of our liberty, but because they embody the spirit of service; a willingness to find meaning in something greater than themselves. And yet, at this moment — a moment that will define a generation — it is precisely this spirit that must inhabit us all.
For as much as government can do and must do, it is ultimately the faith and determination of the American people upon which this nation relies. It is the kindness to take in a stranger when the levees break, the selflessness of workers who would rather cut their hours than see a friend lose their job which sees us through our darkest hours. It is the firefighter's courage to storm a stairway filled with smoke, but also a parent's willingness to nurture a child, that finally decides our fate.
Our challenges may be new. The instruments with which we meet them may be new. But those values upon which our success depends — hard work and honesty, courage and fair play, tolerance and curiosity, loyalty and patriotism — these things are old. These things are true. They have been the quiet force of progress throughout our history. What is demanded then is a return to these truths. What is required of us now is a new era of responsibility — a recognition, on the part of every American, that we have duties to ourselves, our nation, and the world, duties that we do not grudgingly accept but rather seize gladly, firm in the knowledge that there is nothing so satisfying to the spirit, so defining of our character, than giving our all to a difficult task.
This is the price and the promise of citizenship.
This is the source of our confidence — the knowledge that God calls on us to shape an uncertain destiny.
This is the meaning of our liberty and our creed — why men and women and children of every race and every faith can join in celebration across this magnificent Mall, and why a man whose father less than sixty years ago might not have been served at a local restaurant can now stand before you to take a most sacred oath.
So let us mark this day with remembrance, of who we are and how far we have traveled. In the year of America's birth, in the coldest of months, a small band of patriots huddled by dying campfires on the shores of an icy river. The capital was abandoned. The enemy was advancing. The snow was stained with blood. At a moment when the outcome of our revolution was most in doubt, the father of our nation ordered these words be read to the people:
"Let it be told to the future world ... that in the depth of winter, when nothing but hope and virtue could survive...that the city and the country, alarmed at one common danger, came forth to meet (it)."
America, in the face of our common dangers, in this winter of our hardship, let us remember these timeless words. With hope and virtue, let us brave once more the icy currents, and endure what storms may come. Let it be said by our children's children that when we were tested we refused to let this journey end, that we did not turn back nor did we falter; and with eyes fixed on the horizon and God's grace upon us, we carried forth that great gift of freedom and delivered it safely to future generations.
Thank you. God bless you. And God bless the United States of America.

The Point Of It All by Anthony Hamilton

AHSI.....The new album by Anthony Hamilton is cool and refreshing. It is nice to hear a soul artist singing from the heart. My favorite song is Soul On Fire, track 7, and this song displays Mr.Hamilton's vocal talent. I would suggest to everyone to go out and purchase this album. I give this record 5 eyeballs.

The Express: The Ernie Davis Story

AHSI....This movie is a great autobiography about Mr. Ernie Davis the all star running back for Syracuse University. He was also the 1st African American Athlete to win the Heisman trophy. For all you parents with a child who has a dream, I suggest that you show him/her this movie, it shows the trials and tribulations of a young man enduring racial hardships during an era; in which, the new generation would never understand. I was proud that I watched this movie before going to the Inauguration Ceremony for Barack Obama. I give this movie 5 eyeballs. Dennis Quaid stars as Coach and Rob Brown gives a dynamic performance.

ASSI – Ernie Davis was an exceptional football player who played for Syracuse University in 1958, an adaptation based on the nonfiction book The Elmira Express: The Story of Ernie Davis was made into a movie, “The Express” that was released on October 10, 2008, and is currently available on DVD. Rob Brown who starred in “Finding Forrester” and “Coach Carter” plays Davis, Charles S. Dutton plays his grandfather, and Dennis Quaid is Ben Schwarztwalder the Head Coach at Syracuse.

We are all unique and have life experiences that are worth telling and sharing, but there comes a time when someone has a more compelling story based on the time period, desire, athleticism, and life achievements made while on earth. Mr. Davis’ time expired before he had an opportunity to realize his true potential. He managed to accomplish two of his missions: he was the first Black Athlete to win the Heisman (He-is-man) Trophy in 1961 and signed with the Cleveland Browns.

“The Express” is family film that is appropriate for all ages, especially if you have children who are athletic or is simply striving to be there best. This isn’t a feel good movie that will cause you to bustle with excitement but the story captures your attention from the beginning and holds you captive until the end. As I see it, if you want to see an inspirational film “The Express” is a good movie night selection that will provide insightful facts and entertain you as well. I give “The Express” 3.5 blinks.

President Barack Obama's Inaguration Ceremony

Pittsburgh Steelers make their 7th trip to the Superbowl by beating the Baltimore Ravens 23-14

With the Steelers clinging to a two-point, fourth-quarter lead, Troy Polamalu's 40-yard interception return for a touchdown effectively ended any hopes the Ravens had of rallying. Polamalu finished with four tackles and led a Pittsburgh defense that held Baltimore rookie QB Joe Flacco to 141 passing yards.

Santonio Holmes scored Pittsburgh's only offensive touchdown.

Beyonce performs at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC

Arizona Cardinals Win NFC Championship To earn 1st Trip To Superbowl

Arizona Cardinals upset the Philadelphia Eagles 32-25. Kurt Warner threw for 4 touchdowns, 3 to Larry Fitzgerald and 1 to Tim Hightower. McNabb threw 3 TD's and 1 interception that cancelled any chance of them winning this game.

Intramural Basketball for 12 Year Olds (Coaching from the Sideline)

Departures – Luxury Travel Info

ASSI – American Express is the publisher of Departures an upscale travel magazine that features the best of the best Hotels, Resorts, Restaurants, Products, and Services for me it is a dream magazine. I can only dream of affording to travel, dine, and purchase any of the items featured in Departures. The magazine comes out six times a year and every other month I am looking forward to the current issue with anticipation. Each issue exposes me to places and products that are unfamiliar to me, one issue was dedicated to India, anything that you possible wanted to know or experience was featured in that issue, and because the magazine targets luxury travel information all of the hotels and resorts offer first class accommodations. If you want to treat yourself to an extravagant vacation consult departures prior to making arrangements. Even the advertisements are chic. For example, Louis Vuitton has an ad for its Waterproof Keepall bag, Sean Connory is sitting on the edge of a dock leaning on a tree trunk, on leg dangling in the turquoise water, and the other leg is bent with Keepall bag positioned between his legs. It is a simple photograph but the placement of the bag, the back drop, and Sean captures and holds your attention. As I see it, Departures is a quality publication that will inspire you to reach for the stars even if you miss you will be amongst opulence. I am unsure it is exclusive to American Express card members, but if you have an opportunity to preview an issue take a moment or two to flip through the pages. I guarantee you will dream a bigger dream.

Sweet and Moist Prunes

ASSI - As a child prunes were the fruit that lacked taste appeal, the mere thought of drinking prune juice or eating a prune turned my stomach, I knew that it was good for moving the bowels, but overtime it became less about taste and more about nutritional value, you know the saying "you are what you eat." There came a time in my life when it was inevitable that I had to make wiser food choices if I wanted to be healthier; therefore, I developed a like for prunes, mind over matter was the key. I have tried several different brands of pitted prunes, I prefer Mariani and Sunsweet individual wrapped prunes they are sweet and moist, and the dried prunes are just that "dry" and hard to chew. Mariani prunes are made of quality dried plums, the texture is soft, lightweight, and plump I eat about five a day and their just as tasty as any plum. As I see it, add prunes to your grocery list they are a good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Potassium, and Antioxidants that are essential to living a healthy life. Mariani dried pitted plums are available at your local Sam's Club. I give Mariani Prunes 4 blinks.

Acai Berry the Latest Craze

ASSI – Acai, pronounced (ah-sigh-ee) is a fruit that grows on the Acai Palm Trees in the Amazon Rain forest in the hills of Brazil. The Acai Berry is kin to Blue Berry but unlike Blueberries it is mostly seed with a small amount of fruit pulp and skin. It is imperative that the juice is extracted and frozen immediately during harvesting to prevent spoilage. It has become the latest craze since Dr. Perricone introduced it on Fox as one of the Superfoods. Dr. Oz has also featured the nutritional benefits of the Acai Berry on Oprah during one of his health segments; some of the fraudulent producers of the products are using his and Oprah’s name to promote their product. As a result Oprah has the following disclaimer on her site:

The Truth About Oprah and Açaí
Consumers should be aware that Oprah Winfrey is not associated with nor does she endorse any açaí berry product or online solicitation of such products. Attorneys for Harpo are pursuing any companies that claim such an affiliation.

Some of the nutritional benefits of the Acai Berry are: rapid weight loss, increases energy, boost metabolism, reduces constipation, gas, bloating, fatigue, and helps you sleep better. There are reports that claim as much as 18lbs lost in 3 days and a number of Acai berry scams on the market, various promotions are available offering free trails that aren’t worth the shipping and handling cost, so buyer beware, make sure you do your research prior to investing in any of the these supplements: Acai Burn, Acai Berry Supreme, Acai Noni Burner, and Acai Berry Ultimate. You can also purchase Acai Berry juice, but make sure it is a 100% Acai Berry juice harvested from the berries in Brazil.

When I heard the claims of weight loss and increased energy my curiosity was peaked, I went to my local Whole Food Markets, and inquired about the supplement. After a detailed conversation with the young lady who works in the nutrition supplement section, I decided to give Genesis Today, liquid supplement of Wild Harvest 100% Pure Acai Juice a try, and I am unable to substantiate any of the claims associated with the Acai Berry. I was told that the percentage of Acai Berry in the pill supplement is too low to have any effect, the powder is better but has to be blended into a smoothie, and it is unavailable in its natural form here in America. As I see it, it is expensive and it may take longer than a couple weeks before you actually see any results, but if you’re curious and thinking about giving it a try do your homework first. Determine how much time and money, if any you are willing to invest before subjecting yourself to a trial experiment. I give Genesis Today’s 100% Pure Acai Juice 2.5 blinks.

Indulge Your Taste Buds with Skinny

ASSI – I’d heard that Skinny Cow makes low-fat Ice Cream products that are high in taste but low in calories. Skinny Cow products have also been approved by Best Life Treats by fitness guru Bob Green, which is truly a healthy endorsement. Although Dr. Oz recommends that we stay away from foods that contain any of the following five ingredients: High Fructose Corn Syrup, Sugar, Enriched, Trans Fat, and Saturated Fat. I decided what the hell lets give it a try. The first five ingredients in Skinny Cow Chocolate Truffle Bars are: Skim Milk, Sugar, Corn Syrup, Cocoa processed with Alkaline, and Chocolatey Ribbons, which contains its own set of ingredients. This product contains two of the no no ingredients, I still decided what the hell and gave it a try. We enjoyed the Chocolate with Fudge and Vanilla with Carmel cones more than the Chocolate Truffle Bars, but overall the product was good and the cones are filled with ice cream which was a pleasant surprise. I guess as long as we don’t over indulge we should be okay. Ice cream is not my dessert of choice when I am in the mood for something sweet; however, I will keep a box or two in the fridge just because it is a healthier alternative. Skinny Cow also offers Weight Watchers points values that allows indulgence without the guilt. As I see it, there are so many products available for consumers that it can be a little confusing when trying to decide what which brand to purchase, but if you are looking to satisfy your palate without giving up taste give Skinny Cow products a try. I give the Ice Cream Cones 4.5 blinks and the Chocolate Truffle Bar 3.5 blinks.

Lindor Truffles A Smooth Sensation

ASSI – Lindt makes good chocolate, but I’m partial to the Dark Chocolate with its smooth filling due to the nutritional benefits of dark chocolate. Smooth is the operative word to describe the consistency of the chocolate. I like the blend of both the outer and inner filling of the Lindor Truffles. Regardless if you bite into the round sensational chocolate ball or if you savor the taste by twirling it around in your mouth it is simply one of the best chocolates that I have had the pleasure of experiencing. I must maintain self control when consuming the truffles because I can eat an entire 12 piece bag. According to Lindt & Sprungli the makers of Lindor Truffles, they are master chocolatiers, and have offered passion and meticulous craftsmanship to create the finest chocolate, since 1845. Each bag also contains the following inscription: Our dedication and appreciation of chocolate was enhanced when the Swiss Master Chocolatier Rodolphe Lindt invented the first melting chocolate with the creation of the conching machine.

I echo the sentiments of the maker’s description of their chocolate that is: inspired by our secret recipe, our master chocolatiers have created a chocolate masterpiece: Lindor Truffles. This delicious Lindt Chocolate shell enrobes an irresistibly smooth filling. Once you break its shell, the filling will start to melt and so will you. As I see it, when you have a chocolate craving give Lindt’s Lindor Truffles a try, and I promise you it will difficult to try just one without wanting to devour an entire bag. I give Lindor Truffles 4 blinks.

Syrah Grapes Makes For A Great Bottle Of Shiraz

ASSI – I have been on a quest to find a Red Wine that is ideal for my palate, by Jorge I think I have found it, Syrah is a dark skinned grape that is derived from Dureza a dark skinned grape and Monduese Blanche a white grape cultivated in the Savoy region. Syrah is most notable in Australia, but its origin supposedly is France as well as Europe, Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, United States, South Africa, and Canada. Therefore, wherever our travels take us, I should be able to find a bottle of Shiraz. My introduction to Shiraz was at Macaroni Grill and I knew from my first glass that Merlot and Cabernet would no longer be my choice of Red Wine. It is really a nice blend of what appears to be Blackberry, Plum, licorice, chocolate, mocha, and/or pepper flavors. Thus far I’ve only purchased a bottle made by Yellow Tail, it is flavorful and not too heavy, but I’ve had the pleasure of enjoying a glass of others brands while dinning and socializing with friends. I have not identified one particular product that I prefer over another. As I see it, Shiraz is a great Red Wine that offers a better taste than Merlot and Cabernet, and deserves a try. I give Shiraz Red Wine 4.5 blinks

The Darker the Better

ASSI – Nutritionally Dark chocolate is better for us than White or Milk Chocolate, it lowers high blood pressure, is a potent antioxidant but do not wash it down with milk, the milk may interfere with the absorption of antioxidants from chocolate and may negate the potential health benefits. Antioxidants eat up free radicals that are destructive molecules that are implicated in heart disease and other ailments. Studies have shown that consuming a small bar of dark chocolate everyday can reduce blood pressure in individuals with high blood pressure, dark chocolate has also been linked to the reduction of LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol) by up to 10 percent; however, it also has other benefits separate from protecting the heart such as: it taste good; stimulates endorphin production, which gives a feeling of pleasure; contains serotonin, which acts as an anti-depressant; and it contains theobromine, caffeine and other substances which are stimulants. Moderation is the key to consuming any food, chocolate is a high calorie, high fat food, but some of the fats in chocolate do not impact your cholesterol. The fats in chocolate are 1/3 oleic acid a healthy monounsaturated fat that is also found in olive oil, 1/3 stearic acid a saturated fat that neutral effect on cholesterol, and 1/3 palmitic acid also a saturated fat one which raises cholesterol and hear disease risk. Meaning only 1/3 of the fat in dark chocolate is bad for you.

My preference of dark chocolate is M & M’s with peanuts it does not have an after taste like Hershey’s dark chocolate bar, but isn’t as smooth as Lindts Lindor Truffles dark chocolate with its smooth filling. As I see it, if your going to eat chocolate you might as well benefit from eating it, and for me M&M’s dark chocolate offers two benefits: the nuts provides protein and the dark chocolate provides antioxidants and the other benefits mentioned. I give M&M’s with peanuts 4 blinks.

A Different Keyshia Cole

ASSI – I commend Keyshia Cole for all that she is attempting to do for her family, her business endeavors, and musically. Cole’s new CD “A Different Me” shows her growth as an artist, “Make me Over” sounds like a personal testimony of her transformation from a young lady to the woman she has become, which is evident with her personal style. The CD has 15 tracks, which is too much for any album, I understand an artist wants to give listeners/fans a product that has something for everyone, but 10 great tracks can do the same. On this album Cole enlisted the vocals of her rap artist Amina Harris who spits a verse on “No Other”, the late 2Pac Shakur on “Playa Cardz Right, heavy hitter and lyrical great Nas on “Oh-Oh, Yea-Yea”, and her new friend and vet in the business Monica on “Trust”. I am bias when it comes to 2Pac, to me; he is one of the best lyricists, and he has an authoritative voice that garners attention. “A Different Me” has mostly ballads but you can get your dance on to “Make me Over” and “Please Don’t Stop” the rest are tug at your emotions, wear your feelings on your sleeve, and the I am for you you are for me love songs. “A Different Me” is a minute and forty-six minute thank you song that filled with energy, Keyshia is all woman now and she wants her fans to know that she a sexy, strong, and talented woman who can have it all, but is really thankful and appreciative to her fans . As I see it, it is evident in the delivery and songs written for "A Different Me" that Cole has matured musically and as a woman, and is living her best life. I give "A Different Me" 3 blinks.

Happy New Year and God Bless The World

ASSI – The New Year is a time for reflection, new beginnings, and appreciation and gratitude for all the many Blessings received. I start my New Year off with a gratitude letter for the previous year and letter listing all of the things that I desire to accomplish for the New Year. As we see it would like to thank all of the people who signed up as followers and merchants who continue to support us with products and services that allow us to provide readers with insightful view of our opinions regarding the various items we feature on the site.

Please take a moment to change the battery in your smoke detectors.
Change your regular light bulbs to energy efficient bulbs.
Winterize your home and car.
Make time for yourself, family, and friends.
Schedule your doctor appointments for the year.
Shred documents that you no longer need.

Most importantly prepare yourself for a prosperous New Year, this country has a new President, and hopefully the world is forever changed for the better.