RosePena's First Utter!
A Special Hello to all my new friends in Twitterland. Thanks for teaching me so much and for being my friend. Thanks for listening! ~Rose
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Why I'm Voting for Obama
After viewing Erin's interview and Kim's latest post, I am compelled to share my thoughts. First, I must congratulate this team and Blogher. From concept to questions, to presentation, you were first class. We are all beneficiaries of your efforts. I am personally grateful and have a tremendous admiration for your work.
My Twitter friends know me as an Obama cheerleader; perhaps some imagine they know why. In addition to my agreement with Obama's positions on the "issues", Erin's comments last evening during her "live debriefing" confirmed my view further on Barack Obama, the man: his character and authenticity.
He's a brilliant man with a welcoming countenance, a warm, dignified demeanor and compassionate heart. I admire how he interacts with his wife and children. Sharing a multicultural heritage with Obama, I am particularly impressed by and sensitive to his unwillingness to be boxed in by labels & stereotypes. He defies them.
I'm confident what he has experienced first hand, Hillary nor McCain could ever grasp or begin to understand; even with all their many years of "experience." His global and cultural awareness extends beyond their reach. His candidacy has given my hope for a better America new life. He & his family personify the "American Dream."
Divisiveness and blatant racism has been exposed and bitterly discussed here and everywhere. Some of the discussion has been good and necessary. What has inspired me most during this campaign has been the voices of support for Obama from people of all ethnic, professional, academic, economic, cultural & religious backgrounds. In that regard he has already made a difference. Blogher has made a difference. We can make a difference. Together, we can build a better future for America and all of her children.
Yes We Can! Thanks ladies, Thanks Blogher! Thanks Readers & Friends!
Cross Post from: Rosemarie Pena at Blogger
Oh How I Love Joy!
Geh Jetzt (Now,Go)
My friend, Adrianne George from Sweden wrote a wonderful article about Joy on her blog Black Women In Europe. This song is from her Mamani album. The latest album, Born & Raised is in English. Geh Jetzt just happens to be my favorite although I can't think of anything she sings I don't like.Thanks, Adrianne. We Love You, Joy!
She Rocks!
After attending three of Danielia's concerts and chatting with her each time, I feel like an old friend (or aunt at least). You can definitely call me a fan. Danielia thrives on defying stereotypes so we share something especially significant in common. Listening to her reminds me of growing up in the 70's. She makes me feel so young again...or perhaps reinforces that in some areas we never really grow up, nor should we need or want to. I'll be looking forward to RARE CHILD.
Yael Naim | New Soul
While you may not know the name, you will definitely recognize the song unless you have been under a rock.