A Humans Life Vs An Animal's Life

ASSI - I have compassion for all living things know one or anything should be treated inhumanely; however, in this society women are raped, beaten, doused with gasoline, and murdered in some of the most heinous ways imaginable; babies are left in garbage cans wrapped in plastic bags, some are mauled by dogs and rodents, some are sexually assaulted, shaking to death, and beaten by an adult; and the babies who live beyond their toddler years are still in danger of being molested or murdered by a parent, and animals are mistreated everyday by a neglectful owner, mentally unstable owner, or simply because the owner is training the animal for protection and disciplinarian reasons.

I am in no way condoning Michael Vick's behavior with his involvement in the illegal dog fighting case; however, he is a notable athlete who knew better hence his dishonesty with the NFL Commissioner and the Atlanta Falcons. Most people will refrain from disclosing criminal information from people they respect, love, and admire to protect their image, and to avoid Inquisition when the behavior is likely to continue. Make an example of Vick, yes; but end his football career, no; should he go to jail, no; should he receive community service hours or probation, yes; should he receive a hefty fine, yes; is he a product of his upbringing, yes; did he make a mistake, no. Dog fighting is an under ground sport that is well attended, folks bread pits to fight unlike the Westminster that is there purpose. Someone owns the opposing dogs and someone was placing sizable bets, so who gave Vick up? His power intimidated the hell out of someone; he/she they felt a need to bring him down, strip him of his professional football career, and locked down. Who in the hell did he piss-off? Was he to cocky and arrogant? Was his stack too big?

I am really surprised at some of the comments made by Black commentators. I realize they have careers to protect, but they also have a voice and a platform that can be used to highlight the positives of a bad situation. Instead many lack the balls to refrain from sensationalised comments for viewer ratings. It seems, Vick was unaware that when you have you something worth loosing, you surround yourself with others, who have something to loose. When you hang with folks who do not have anything to loose, you loose. I think it is an unfortunate situation, it is not good for our society, and the judge should be removed from the case due to his obvious love for animals.

AHSI.....Justice is truly blind. First let me state for the record that I do not condone Mike Vick actions towards killing the dogs but I do understand the sport of dogfighting. I do not believe that the Virginia Court system, the media and the NFL should be throwing the book at him, but because of the attention that they are giving this story, I feel that he will be unable to get a fair trail. He will probably be used as an example and given the maximum sentence. If anyone else was caught dogfighting and faced with animal cruelty charges, they would have been given a fine to pay or some type of probation with no jail time.

My final thought on this matter for all you animal lovers and PETA activists, (that are not true vegetarians) is: Any type of food we eat has been killed in a cruel and violent method. Whether its baiting a hook to catch a fish, to animal traps to catch bears and wolves, to the hunting techniques of shooting wild animals, to the farmers that raise livestock to feed the world, are you going to fine, arrest or even complain about there activities to anyone?

Will Justice Prevail For The Jena six?

ASSI - Justice is suppose to be blind, but when it comes to African Americans, justice is not only blind the scales are also unbalanced. September 1, 2007 is the one year anniversary of Jena 6, a racially charged incident at Jena High School in Jena, Louisiana.

Black students wanted to sit under a tree located in a designated White area of the school. Three nooses, two Black and one White (the school colors) hung from the tree. Black students staged an impromptu protest under the tree, the police were called, and it is reported that the District Attorney threaten to change the lives of Black students with a stroke of a pen. Six Black male students were arrested and charged with attempted-murder after a school yard fight left a White male student unconscious with multiple bruises.

Since the noose hanging incident several racially motivated crimes against Blacks have transpired in Jena. A Black male student was assaulted by a White adult as he entered a party at the predominately White Fair Barn, a social establishment. An academic wing was destroyed during a fire a Jena High School. A White male who was involved in the assault pulled a pump-action shotgun on three Black teens as they were leaving a local convenient store. No charges have been filled against the White students for the Noose incident it was merely a prank and not a hate crime. For further information and to lend your support click on Jena 6. When I heard about this story, I wanted to know more, but the more I learned the more perplexed I became. I wondered why I was unfamiliar with the story, I had not heard about via radio, t.v. or my local paper. However, on the same day the story was shared with me, I tuned into the Michael Baisden Radio Show, and Michael was speaking out about this case. Michael was displeased with the facts and outcomes of this case, he wondered why the African American community was not rallying together behind this case and others.

According to Michael, he was headed to Jena, Louisiana for a peaceful demonstration to support the release of the Jena six. A rally is scheduled for September 20, 2007 in Jena, Louisiana; Michael reached out to Steve Harvey, Tom Joyner, and Russ Paar for a collaborative live broadcast from Jena. If you are unable to personally attend the rally, you can lend your support by wearing Black on 09/20/07. The charges against the Jena 6 was reduced from attempted-murder to aggravated second-degree battery and conspiracy to commit aggravated second-degree battery, which together carry a maximum of 22 years in prison. Although the Caucasian student, who was knocked unconscious, testified that he was hit from behind, and unaware of who struck him, an all White jury convicted Mychal Bell, a promising football star of all charges. The other five are awaiting trail. As I see it justice needs to take off the blind fold for better insight on how to properly balance the scale.

Eiffel Tower at Night

The Eiffel Tower - Paris, France

Amsterdam - The Real Adult Play Ground

ASSI - Vegas the adult play ground for amateurs. Adults who like to play without looking over their shoulders do so on the grounds of Amsterdam where sex and drugs are legally safe. Naysayers and those who prefer to walk the straight and narrow, laugh when I refer to Amsterdam as pleasantville. Some say, "I bet every one is high," which is untrue. There are a number of people who disagree with the Red Light District and The Coffee Shops. Just as there are people who visit Vegas and disagree with gambling and Vega's notable night life. What is pleasingly pleasant is the simplicity.

Hundreds of rustic and new bicycles adorn the city, families ride together, women wear skirts and it is no big deal, the ring of a bell and the sidewalk is shared, canals every where you turn, and most of all prejudice was absent. The Heineken Brewery is one of the best tours that I have experienced and I dislike beer. Interactive video games that are fun and informative geared for adults, two or three different lounges where you have complimentary Heineken, you receive a parting gift as you exit, and it was only 10 Euro.

The Gassan Diamond factory provides pick-up and drop off service, a private session with a gemologist, a tour of the factory, and you can watch them cut and shape diamonds for free. You can visit the beautiful tulip garden when in season, Ann Frank's house, Van Gogh Museum, and if you enjoy shopping clear your credit cards. Madame Toussaint's Wax Museum is well done but, for the cost of admission it is not worth the money, you are better off seeing a live sex show. There are hotels less expensive in Holland; however, if you like to party and hang to the whee hours of the night or rise early to indulge your desires Amsterdam is where you wan to be.

I have a friend who relocated from Chicago to Amsterdam because he loved it so much. I also have friends who reside in Germany and when I visit we hop on the Audubon for a quick trip to Amsterdam. I have a wonderfully different experience each time and just like Las Vegas what happens in Amsterdam stays in Amsterdam, and the kicker is --it is all legal. As I see it a trip to the Netherlands is an experience waiting to happen if you allow it. It is a 4.5 blink experience.

AHSI- Amsterdam/Holland was a great place to visit. Everyone was so care-free or seemed to be enjoying life. The natives were friendly and courteous, and there was always something to do. If you like different pastries then you will enjoy the various pastries available for your consumption and the good thing is--you can walk it off. Everything was basically in the same general vicinity, which made it very easy to get around.

The big treat for beer lovers is that you can visit the Heineken Factory. The beer was great and the way that it is set up, you will definitely get your fill on beer as well as being introduced to the Heineken name, family, and anything else you need to know about this brand of beer. You can also view the Anne Frank House as well as different paintings from Van Gogh by visiting the many museums they have.

The Red light District was also a sight to see. If you like to indulge and wish to experiment with what the Coffee Shops have to offer, you will find a wide range and also a safe environment for you to enjoy your activities. Based on all of the stories you have might have heard, I will confirm the positives, and say Holland is definitely a place everyone should visit. I give it 4.5 blinks.

Ancient..Ruins...Rome - The Eternal City

AHSI - Rome, Italy is a beautiful place to visit. If you are a history buff or someone who enjoys Roman Mythology. Rome will feel like heaven to you. Public transportation was very easy to use, and everything is approximately twenty minutes away. The only downfall is the food. If you love Mafia movies or the Sopranos, and have salivated over the pasta meals with the juicy sausages and meatballs FORGET ABOUT IT. I went all over Rome trying to find Uncle Paulie, in the back cooking one of those meals. I was told, "that's TV".


ASSI - Rome the eternal city is simply breath taking from the cobble stone streets to the ancient ruins are beyond words. I was familiar with images of the Piazza del Colosseo (Colusium), Piazza San Pietro (St. Peter's Basilica), and Musei Vaticani (the home of Michelangelo's famous Sistine Chapel); however, I was unprepared for the feeling that enveloped me. I actually had a Oh my Gosh, Oh my Gosh, I cannot believe I am actually standing on the grounds of St. Peter's Basilica. I was over joyed at the realization of where I was, my entire body seemed to dance and smile all over in-belief, seeing is truly believing.

We took advantage of public transportation to see the city for 1.00 Euro, the buses start at 5:00 a.m. and run until midnight; upon arriving in Rome, we took the bus from the train station to the hotel, and back to the train station for our trip home. We took the train to the airport, it was more cost effective, scenic, and comfortable. Most Italians speak English, so please do not allow the language barrier to deter you from visting Italy.

I love European fashion, I just simply adore the clothes, shoes, and handbags. The cuts are small, you will require a larger size, but do hesitate to try on any item that catches your eye. I guarantee you, if you can fit-it, you will buy it, love it, and so will everyone else. Every piece of clothing I purchased while in Europe garners the most and highest compliments.

Unfortunately, we had the displeasure of staying at the Hotel Dei Mellini that was centrally located and walking distance to Vatican City where St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museum are located, Museo Nazional di Castel Sant'Angelo (Palace of Angels), Museo dell'Ara Pacis, the Pantheon and countless other museums, and every step was worth the walk. The service I received at the Hotel Dei Mellini was unworthy of their 5 star rating. The rooms were standard, the temperature was warmer than we preferred with the air on, we were then relocated to a room with a defective shower rod that fell and hit me in the head as I was exiting the shower.

My overall visit in Rome, Italy was phenomenal, I definitely see it as five blink experience, just find other accommodations than the Hotel Dei Mellini that I give one blink.

Baby and Deform Elephant part-of-the Herd

One of the best traveling experiences of my life was to South Africa. While in South Africa I had the pleasure of Sky Diving, holding a baby cub, I went Zip Sliding, and thoroughly enjoyed the Safari excursion. I captured a baby elephant and an elephant that is deformed. Take a look:

Polaroid LCD HDTV: An Instant Deal

ASSI - Sisters, cousins, brothers, and friends were talking High Definition (HD) Television and how it makes sense to replace your tube analog television because it is obsolete. From restaurants to airplanes Plasma HDTVs were popping up everywhere, except airplanes, Plasma’s are ill-equipped to handle the altitude making way for the LCD monitor, which is a great alternative to Plasma. The Polaroid FLM-3725: 37” LCD TV/Monitor pictured above has served us well. Although, we associated Polaroid with still images, the technology of the LCD was most appealing to us. During our research we learned that the LCD is comprised of cells filled with liquid-crystals stored between two sheets of glass. Transistors supply voltage to the crystals and when combined with a surge of electricity: the crystals untwist to an exact degree to filter White light that is produced by a lamp behind the screen. It is the liquid-crystal matrix that produces an excitable image with bright, rich, and vibrant colors. Unlike the Plasma that is made of hundreds of thousands of pixel cells, each pixel cell is an individual microscopic florescent light bulb that illuminates the proper balance of red, green, or blue phosphors contained in each cell to provide the proper color sequence from the light.

It is most cost effective to replace a light bulb in the LCD than to replace the noble gases (i.e., argon, neon, xenon) that loose their glow overtime. I would be remised to go on an on about Plasma and LCD when the DLP HDTV is also competing for the HDTV dollar. The DLP is a Texas Instrument product. The technology of the DLP is millions of tiny hinge-mounted microscopic mirrors that each measure less than one-fifth of a human hair. Sounds interesting but what does that mean for contrast/Black levels, color accuracy, viewing angle, computer use, video playback speed, altitude usage, longevity, screen burn-in, production size and cost, power consumption, price and resolution? I am unsure for I have not had the pleasure of an actual experience beyond Sam’s club.

However, we have yet to experience “burn-in,” glaring, or angel viewing problems with the LCD. Attaching the computer was a breeze; and since, the TV is a monitor the computer images are inspiringly beautiful. The only disadvantage can be the cable length that connects the PC or Laptop to the television. This FLM-3725: 37” LCD TV/Monitor is an older model; however, Polaroid’s HD Televisions are affordable, attractive, and the picture quality is exceptional. As I see the Polaroid FLM-3725: 37” LCD TV/Monitor with remote control and a host of other features was well worth the money. I give it four blinks.

ASHI – The picture quality of the Polaroid LCD HDTV is wonderful, you feel like your actually at the game, you feel like in your watching the big screen at the movie theater, the magnified detail is exceptional. It is the most ideal television for additional connections such as games, additional surround sound, cable, and DVD players. It comes with DVI with HDCP input, D-sub input, 2 component inputs (YPbPr/YCbCr), 2 composite video inputs, S-video input, 6 audio inputs, Composite video output, Audio output, and a headphone jack. You can also select to view programming in full or wide screen, English, Spanish, or French, has closed captioning, and you can even set the sleep timer, and the full function universal remote is a great feature. The silver finish is a nice cover for the built in stereo speakers, the Black back gives it a sleek look that is suitable for any style room. We did much research on LCD, Plasma and DLP High Definition televisions before deciding on the Polaroid LCD 37 inch HD Television, which has not been problematic for me, I like that it is durable and seems to have longevity, and one of the main reasons that I wanted to purchase the Polaroid is their history with producing quality pictures. Although this model is older, I still recommend the brand and give this product four and a half eye balls.

It Has it all and Does it all the HP Photosmart 3310 AllinOne

ASSI - Remember when you used negatives for reprints? Do you still use negatives for reprints? The HP Photosmart 3310 All-in-One is for you, especially if you still posses negatives. If restoring photos is a hobby or passion the Photosmart 3310 scans up to six negatives and photos can be retouched. A feature we have yet to test, however, color pictures print identical to the actual image, if the lens captures a dull and dreary day that is exactly what the Photosmart prints. The prints lack vibrancy, but colorful images are sharp and rich. 4" x 6" paper is stored in the automatic photo tray that also prints panoramas and images as large as 8.5" x 24" by pressing the photo tray button, if printing directly from All-in-One. The 3.6 LCD is ideal for editing pictures, setting print commands and layout, and monitoring ink levels. HP has made the all-in-one stylish and functional the only down side to this design is the fax tray, a feature that is unappreciated until you have to fax hard copies, scanning first slows the process down, but documents Scan as fast as 8 seconds per sheet; however, Black and White copy takes about 32 seconds and 31 for a color copy. The HP Photosmart 3310 All-in-One is perfect for the home or office, the compact and stylish design compliments any room, it has built-in-wireless, which is ideal for a small network and connects to any PC or laptop, the built-in modem makes life a little easier when faxing, and the pictbridge allows you to print directly from a memory card, pictbridge USB port, camera, camera phone, USB flash drive, and HP proof sheet. Althought the 3310 requires six individual ink cartridge, each cartridge is monitored, which eliminates purchasing extra ink cartridges because only one color has run out. As I see it the HP Photosmart 3310 All-in-one is a must purchase and I give it 4 blinks.

ASHI – Thus far the only draw back, I see, to the HP Photosmart 3310 all-in-One (printer, fax, scanner, and copier) is a fax tray. I prefer documents to be scan automatically via a feed instead of scanning the documents from the glass to a file to fax, which is too much work. I prefer the traditional fax machines. The modern design of all-in-one is great concept, I particularly like that this design scans photo negatives, the user friendly LCD screen informs you when it is conducting a self maintenance check, ink cartridge levels, and also displays date and time. It is cheek and compact enough for any home office and functional for any business. Installation and set-up is easy enough you can do-it- yourself, right out of the box. Makes professional photos of various sizes, except all paper types and sizes, and overall I see it as a must have for anyone who loves photography and all so has a need for a printer, fax, and scanner you cannot go wrong with the HP 3310 all-in-one Photosmart, and give it four and a half eye balls.

Kodak EasyShare - Will not break the bank but will break

ASSI-After spending a small fortune to develop pictures and zero investments in photo processing. I thought Kodak was right on time with the Kodak Easyshare CX6330 digital camera with docking station, so for my birthday, I asked for and received the Kodak Easyshare, boy was I excited. I thought this would be my last and final camera that would take me way into my senior years. The print quality was vibrant, rich, and sharp filled with colors that jumped at you, and it is rather fascinating to watch the printing process. The Kodak Easyshare did not fit comfortably in my purse, I prefer a smaller bag; however, my cellphone, wallet, car keys, and camera must all fit, and the CX6330 did not fit. We took the camera with us to Hawaii and while sitting at the bus stop, a piece of thread was caught in the battery compartment door. I simply pulled the string to remove and the latch to the compartment door broke, it was an AWWE moment. The fix-it solution that came to his mind was tape, which we used to secure the battery door that worked for two or three pictures before it required re taping. The camera was still under warranty, so we thought, so we made the camera useful until returning home. Well, when we returned it the store said no no no, it is over thirty-days, so I notified the manufacture, and they said, we'd love to repair the camera for $99.95, but to show our appreciation for your business, we will repair it for $49.95. I declined the offer and purchased a better camera; however, since he purchased the camera he felt compelled to fix and keep the camera that has given him nothing but problems since he paid to have it repaired. I give the Kodak EasyShare CX6330 one blink.

ASHI –One of the greatest attributes of the Kodak EasyShare CX6330 digital camera is the docking station, the bundle is ideal for traveling, especially when visiting family. The fact that you can print pictures instantly is a plus. Although the camera is three mega pixels, the print quality is sharp, crisp, and clear, which could be attributed to the print docking station. The bundle consists of the camera, docking station, ink cartridges to print forty pictures and photo paper. I am pleased with the pictures the colors are rich, bold, and sharp with vivid detail. Transferring pictures from the docking station is as easy as a- press-of-a-button will print or transfer pictures to your PC or laptop or use the included USB cord. Another good feature is the 16 MB internal memory, a feature the Canon SD900 lack; it also has continuous video with audio, 1.6 LCD screen, 3x optical zoom, power cords, and two AA batteries. The Easyshare is light weight and the four (camera, docking station, paper tray, and ink cartridge) pieces assemble with ease, and with twenty dollars you can purchase paper and a replacement cartridge. Is is not small enough to fit in your pocket but surely ideal for all family functions: cook outs, weddings, graduations, and anniversaries perfect for amateurs with a passion for photography. Since the battery compartment door was repaired, in 2006, the camera no longer works to its full potential. I covered the cost of the repair, which I feel was worth it, and I still see it as a value and give it 4 eyeballs.

Canon Captures Pictures Perfect

ASSI - I am an avid picture taker, I love capturing moments, and I was a firm believer in creating a Kodak moment. However, Kodak does not mark the moment or even capture an image better than the Canon PowerShot SD900 digital camera with 10.0 Mega pixels, which I thought was a big deal until I learned means big print, which is a big deal if you are making posters. The 3x Optical zoom capability is great, I like the fact that I can stand across the room, and take a focused picture with limited grains; however, the 1600 ISO helps to reduce image blur, the images appear blurry on the LCD, but once you press the button a focused picture appears. The pure titanium finish provides extra protection for durability, and the SD900 has sleek curves and slim enough to fit your purse or pocket. The only real problem that I have experienced is with the low-light shooting capability, it does not appear to work adequately. I also dislike that there is no internal memory for the camera. I do like that 2.5 LCD monitor, the print share button, and the high resolution for movies. I have yet to master all of the features of the Powershot, reading is fundamental, but the mere fact I can capture an image of sand crab and see each grain of sand demonstrates the camera has quality features to ensure perfect pictures. I compare the images captured using the Canon SD900 is equivalent to High Definition television, the camera sees and captures, even the finest hair on the barest leg. You treat yourself to the Canon SD900 not a friend or child under twenty-one. As I see it the Canon Powershot SD900 is worth 3. 5 blinks.


ASHI – I have limited experience with the Canon SD900; however, the ten megapixels is a great feature, it makes bad pictures look great. It is small and sleek, light but durable enough to fit into your shirt or pant pocket. Pictures download to PC or laptop via USB cable without any problems. The video quality is great but uses a lot of memory to capturing moving images. I dislike that it does not have an internal memory; if you do not have a memory card or your memory card is full you are out of luck. I believe a printing docking station can be purchased for this camera, which would make it more attractive for me; however, I see it as a good purchase and give it 4.5 eye balls.

Hedonism for the Wild and Wicked

ASSI - The stories told at dinner parties surely peeked my curiosity, is there really a place where adults go to unleash their inner wild and allow the warm sun rays to explore every each of their naked bodies? Hedonism II is the place where shame and inhibitions are unwelcome, but allowed if you must be prude.
The resort had modern amenities, mirrored ceilings and walls appropriately displayed in each room, multiple shower heads in the shower, private Jacuzzis and swimming pools, open cabanas for leisure lounging, rock climbing, pool tables and chess, and even a nightclub with stripper pole included. The beautifully painted rocks that adorned the grounds from past visitors was a nice touch, be sure to paint a rock to mark the occasion.

Hedonism lacked entertainment, there were enough people at the resort to have a continuous party, but the club music was unenticing and the live entertainment was unimpressive, and if you come for fun and games be sure to bring your own games. If you prefer to bring your sand with you to the beach, the two of you will have a blast creating lasting memories, if you are hoping to bottle sand while your there, be careful and pack plenty of condoms. The booze cruise was much fun but if your partner or friend is uncomfortable seeing others in their birthday suits or dislike looking at headlights then this is not the excursion for you; however, if you are down and can appreciate nakedness, then tops off and bottle up. I was most displeased with the various cracks and crevasses, which suggest the facility is in desperate need of repairs, but to no avail. The cushions for the cabanas were old, outdated, and worn; the cushions for the chairs in the dining room were mold and mildewed. I see the resort as two blinks and the overall exeperience three blinks.

ASHI – The forty-five minutes ride to the resort was scenic; some areas were beautiful, the tropical weather was comfortable while in Jamaica, and Hedonism Resort was worth the ride. Although the resort lacked lively entertainment, I really enjoyed the food; the selection was large enough that everyone was able to find something to eat. The rooms were up-to-date and the ambience was great. One of the best things about the trip to Jamaica was the direct flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport. When traveling to Jamaica be sure to pack swim suits, boat shoes, flip-flops, sandals, tank tops, t-shirts, and take advantage of all scheduled activities. Leave the resort to explore the Island, hop in cab and go into town to shop or dine at one of the local restaurants.
If you’re a shy person who is rather reserved, stay away from Hedonism, it is not for the timid. However, it is for the person who want to explore their wild side, the nude beach and pool is a must visit, it gives you a sense of freedom. You can also have fun shooting pool, playing chess, bat mitten, volleyball, or you can climb the wall. Overall I see this as an experience worth having and give it three and a half eye balls.

National Aquarium in Baltimore

ASSI -To expose and celebrate the completion of head start, we treated the grand children to a night at the Marriott and a day at the National Aquarium in Baltimore. Upon entering the room with excitement, the oldest checked out the room while saying, "this is awesome." The joy on his face was enough to complete the year. The fifteen minute walk to the aquarium with two toddlers was quite interesting, but not as adventuresome as walking the aquarium. Father's day the least celebrated holiday on the calendar pulled off an upset, the Dolphin show was sold out. We had tickets, arrived in time for a splash seat (but was not splashed), sleepy child drifts while waiting, a game of Simon says is played for additional seating purposes, the video clip played was informative but a dolphin performance would have done the trick. I enjoyed the main aquarium the most, the size of the Sting Rays and Sharks were impressive, the layout leads you to the rain forest and from there you can enter the Dolphin show, visit the gift shops, grab a bite to eat, use the facilities, or exit. It was an ideal picture, fathers and their children, a Dolphin Show and other Aquarium exhibits, but there were entirely too many people to focus on the exhibits. I do recommend purchasing online tickets the long line was uninviting.

AHSI – If you would like to spend a weekend in Baltimore, I suggest staying at The Marriott Waterfront or Inner Harbor Hotels. Request a floor above the 7th, so you can have a decent view. Remember your swim trunks and workout gear in case it rains or just to enjoy the hotel amenities. You are less than a ten minute walk from Baltimore's Inner Harbor, Baltimore Raven’s Stadium for all you football fans and Camden Yards where the Baltimore Orioles play for all you baseball fans. You also have a variety of restaurants from Phillips Seafood to The Cheesecake Factory, clubs, bars and Feldspoint (a historic place in Baltimore similar to Adams’ Morgan and/or Georgetown in Washington DC). The Aquarium was overrated and overpriced. The actual tour was crowded and not well lit. There was no order, just kids and adults trying to be polite to one another among the pushing, shoving, and mere chaos. The Dolphin show was the only bit of excitement and that lasted for about 10 minutes of actual tricks, 10 minutes of educational information and 10 minutes of BS. As we see it the National Aquarium receives - one blink

We See The Legal Age As 21

ASSI – We can save our children by changing the legal age limit to twenty-one, with the exception of driving, which should be eighteen for drivers permit and 21 for permanent license. If a person is 18 her/she is legally an adult but their age is eighteen with teen being the operative word. Teenagers who are forced or leave the home, at eighteen, because of the legal age limit would trade three years of independence, if the legal age limit was 21. Most would probably have a degree because most parents would insist because the parents are legally responsible until 21. Prior to voting most would have received an education worthy of making an informed decision, if your child rebels against college than at least a parent can insist on a trade that would allow enough life experience, to vote at 21. Imagine how many lives would be saved, during this ware, if the legal age limit was 21? The legal age to obtain credit cards or loans should also be 21, which can help to eliminate some teenagers from experiencing a financial casualty before their 21st birthday. The legal age to marry varies from State to State; however, we see it as an age requirement decision that should be governed by the law, and the legal age is 21.

ASHI – I agree with her comments in regards to changing the legal age limit for minors to 21, with the exception to driving, there should be a provision for sixteen year olds who have senior parents or their legal guardians are grandparents who require assistance with daily duties.

Rosa Mexicano

ASSI - The Rosa Mexicano was not my first choice for Mexican food, I was in the mood for the Red Sage a Mexican restaurant located on the corner of 14th and F Streets, N.W, but to my surprise white paper outlined with blue painters tape adorned the windows. Locating convenient street parking downtown, D.C. on a Saturday afternoon can be challenging on event days at the Verizon center, especially if you do not have coins for the meter. In spite of the Delirium, A Cirque du Soleil Live Music Concernt at the Verizon center, parking was not an issue. There were a number of people enjoying their meal on the patio, the bugs were somewhat kind, the space between tables lacked proper elbow room, the complimentary nachos and salsa came as an appetizer; however, the manager removed them from the bill. I had chicken quasadia, tortilla was flavorful, but the chicken - it headed for the boarder. Althought the drinks were small and pricey, they were quality drinks, and the service was okay.

ASHI - The Rosa Mexicano was a interesting experience. The restaurant had a beautiful ambience as soon as you walk in. We chose to sit outside, patio view, to enjoy the beautiful sunny day with a breeze. The service was fair, young staff, well groomed and neatly dressed. There was a bit of a language barrier due to the fact that most of the staff were foreign. I felt that there were not enough items on the menu. The drinks were small in quantity but large in price. I chose to have the soup and two Grand Mariners as a meal. I am not a big fan of Mexican food and I was hoping that they would have a larger selection on the menu.

As we see it the Rosa Mexicano receives two eyeballs -blink blink