The Go-Between

I'm starting to see a common occurrence in my life. Whenever two friends of mine have disputes who do they come to, (behind each other's backs of course)? You got it, ME. This chain of events has been occurring since...let's say, elementary school. I guess one could say that I'm a very good listener, or just very good at staying neutral in these situations. Either way, it can get very stressful, and can even make me (the mediator) feel like I'm betraying one friend at one moment, and the other friend at another moment. One of the most important things that I've learned while in the business of mediation is that you should never disclose the information that one friend gave to you to the other friend! That is an almost sure fire way to destroy the bridges that a mediator is in charge of building, or (in some cases) reconstructing. I think I've made the mistake of "spilling the beans" once or twice before, and it usually results in one friend resenting you while the other one praises you. THAT'S when YOU become part of the problem, and as a mediator, who wants that? So take that as my "Two Cents of The Day" for all you faithful mediators and friends out there! And as always...KATO MATE!

Janet is BACK!

I won't do it bloggers. I won't be the one (of too many) Americans who'll sit around and say

The only reason Janet is getting so much attention is because Michael died.

I WON'T DO IT! Now while it's common knowledge that Janet hasn't been as big as she used to be since the Superbowl incident, and the new-found obsession with the youngest Jackson child is a little odd, I won't deny that it is past due. Americans as a people may be more open to certain celebrity acts, but we are by no means the most forgiving. Americans can hold a grudge! Let's take the Kanye West/Taylor Swift incident that occurred in SEPTEMBER for example. After Kanye West interrupted Taylor's speech to protest her winning (which I do not support him for), he was the most hated man in America! And I dare someone to try and tell me that he wasn't! Now, yes, he did deserve some of the flack that he got. But why people are still going on about it over two months later is beyond me! The same thing happened when Janet had her "wardrobe malfunction" on national television, and received nothing but hate for 5+ years. But it seems like America is finally ready to embrace The Queen of Pop once again. Janet has been the focus of all our attention since June when Michael died, and it looks like Janet is back on her way up to the position that she once held as Pop Royalty. Congratulations Janet!

UPDATE!

Good evening bloggers! It's been quiet a while since I've really blogged and I'm SO sorry for that. It's just that I've had a lot to make up in school because of the week that I was out visiting colleges. But I promise to be more diligent in my blogging-PROMISE. But on another note, did anyone see the new pictures of Kanye and Amber Rose shopping in Rome a couple days ago? I for one was VERY excited to see Mr. West after all this time. It's good to see that he's doing well and acting normal.The man's been through a lot, and people always bashing him doesn't make it any easier. I still don't see why we're still talking about his little "slip-up" at the VMA's TWO MONTHS LATER! It's about time that we forgive and forget America!
But on yet ANOTHER note, I recently saw the pictures of the Supra Skytop II's, and I have two words to say: HOT MESS. They managed to ruin a perfectly good shoe with this new version, and I have a big feeling that this might mess up Supra's reputation amongst its dearest and nearest fans.
Well, that's pretty much all that I have to say for right now. I'm gonna be storming the brain a little bit this weekend to come up with some ideas to blog about, so bare with me as I prepare to take you guys to places that you've never been to before! And as always...KATO MATE.

I Understand Now.

First it was Jamie Lynn Spears. Then it was "The Secret Life of the American Teenager", and "16 and Pregnant". Then, before we knew it, America was OBSESSED with pregnant teenagers. There were stories of teenagers making "pacts" to become pregnant, and even stories of some young mothers taking unfortunate steps to terminate their pregnancies. Even in the midst of the obsession, however, there were neigh-sayers that claimed the obsession would yield only negative results. When I first heard these claims, I felt as if the protesters were being "too harsh". However, my mind has been changed in the light of recent events. The other night, I was on Facebook, mindlessly browsing the social community, when I came across a status update from a female friend who I had lost contact with. The status was talking about going to the doctor, and hearing a baby's heartbeat for the first time. Immediately my heart dropped as I realized what was going on. As I read further, I found yet another status, in which she finally "came out" and told everyone about the pregnancy. I was SHOCKED to say the absolute least. I have to contact her, I thought. Surprisingly, I got a warm "welcome" after texting her in the first time in about 3 months. Eventually, I got her to "inform" me about her pregnancy, and to my surprise, she didn't appear worried about it. She actually seemed like everything was ok. At one point in the conversation, I asked her if she was upset about having a baby, and she replied, (don't quote me one this one) "No, I got myself into this. I'm actually kinda excited". THAT was where it hit me! Through broadcasting these programs that "glorify" teen pregnancy, we have been giving these young women a false sense of what it is to be a mother. They see the "precious little baby", and all the accessories, but they seem to look over all the medical bills, pain, and various other consequences. I think that it's time that we reconsider what we deem as "entertainment" in America, because as we see, things that we can view as "harmless" are beginning to manifest themselves in a number of negative ways.

"This Is It" Review

The movie started solemnly enough. A short message,(presumably from Kenny Ortega or Travis Payne) appeared on the screen, giving the viewers a short "preface" to the film. Then there is footage of interviews that were conducted with backup dancers, many of whom seem so "emotionally high" at the opportunity to share the stage with Michael. Then, the "show" starts. Kenny Ortega's voice is heard describing the phenomenal opening of "This Is It", which includes a short visual called "Glimpses and Flashes". Finally there is a figure called "Light Man" who is taken apart "piece-by-piece", revealing The King of Pop, who starts the show as usual, on his command. From that moment on, viewers are treated to rehearsal footage that never ceases to amaze. From elaborate dance scenes to footage of The Gloved One going through musical numbers with his musicians, "This Is It" is truly a movie that grabs your attention from the first few moments, and refuses to let go. Perhaps one of the most intense scenes was when MJ took the stage to rehearse "Billie Jean". The 50 year old Jackson glided through the routine almost effortlessly, with a voice that had remained seemingly unchanged for over 25 years. During a dance break of the routine, Michael shifts into a whole new gear, busting out moves with such intensity that it nearly moves you to your feet in admiration. Overall, "This Is It" was a great film, put together with the most dedicated fans in mind. It is guaranteed to leave you wanting more, but at the same time, leave you with a sense of closure that is well needed in this Michael Jackson saga.

SHUT UP! STRANGER!!

Tiffany Evans has resurfaced from the debris that was her career. She's attacking Rihanna's new song, "Russian Roulette", and saying that it could influence people in the wrong way. She also goes on to talk about how a lot of people in the music industry are worshipping Satan, and other topics having to do with the short time that she was involved in this industry. The comment that upsets me the most, however is where she says, " Its okay to be deep,but not murder deep." That has to be one of the dumbest comments that I've EVER heard. When you go through certain things in your life it gets dark. That's when you write songs like Russian Roulette, in order to illustrate, (in a non-literal way) what happened to you. It's called good songwriting...Idiot.

This song is My Jam and a half!