I think mainstream media has a love-hate relationship with black people. On the one hand, they overload the airwaves with negative images, messages and music about black people. On the other hand, there appears to be an obsession with this culture they only know about from a distance. Maybe their curiosity is what makes them…
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I’m Going to the Blog World & New Media Expo in October
I am so excited about going to The Blog World Conference in Las Vegas next month. It’s not just about blogging; it’s also about social media and podcasting. I can’t wait to go! Everyone is wishing me well, and I am graciously accepting those blessings. There’s just one thing. I have no idea how I’m…
The Writing Life of Marcie Hill: Marcie’s Lessons – August 2010
Like Sporty King says, “What you think of me is not my concern.” Making the best 1st impression is crucial from the biggest to the littlest person There will come times in life where the only thing you have is your name and your word Live each day as if it were your last but…
Honoring the “SafeRide” Home Program
Wisconsin is known for brewing old-fashion, home-made golden beer. After an evening of good times and good brew, the last thing a person should do is drive. To ensure that beer-loving residents can have their drink and safe ride home, too, the Tavern League of Wisconsin (TLW) established the “SafeRide” Home Program (“SafeRide”). Designed to eliminate drunken…
Status of Blogging Book
I completed a draft of my blogging book during the Blogathon in August. I tried to upload it to Blog2Print but was experiencing challenges. After that was resolved, I was having problems with formatting. I have yet to hear from the company, but I’ll call them tomorrow to find out what’s really going on. Honestly,…
Were Mostly African Americans Shown in Line for Food Benefits?
A caller on Am 1690 WVON in Chicago pointed out that each time Chicago news stations showed images of people in long lines waiting for food benefits that were provided by FEMA, most of them were African Americans as evidenced by this photo. Since I only watch the news sporadically, I have no opinion on…
The Writing Life of Marcie Hill: Marcie’s Lessons – July 2010
Here are my life lessons for July 2010. I’m just a little behind with this one. Don’t allow others to define you. If you know who you are, what “they” say don’t matter Know your worth. If you don’t value yourself and your knowledge, no one else will If you’re facing opposition, you’re working your…
I Just Wanna SCREAM!
I have a friend who sent over 200 pictures from her party. Ok, I love her but I don’t know most of those people and outside of the photos with my snapshots, I really don’t care. My friend SMS’d a job posting to me to post on Go Shorty. He then told me to send…
Discovery Channel’s Gun Dude
I’m anti-mainstream media practices but this is extreme! James L. Lee, 43, expressed his rage against Discovery Channel’s programming by showing up armed and taking three hostages. I’m sure he got the attention the he was seeking, but not the results – he was shot by policemen on the scene. This was not his first…
People Leave a Lot to be Desired
Yesterday I sent an Update from Marcie to let my people know what I’m doing and some of the needs I have for my business journey. As you know, a closed mouth doesn’t get fed and I’m ready to eat!!! Anyway, someone wished me well on my progress and then sent me information about her…