Monthly Archives: April 2011

Saturday Open Thread

Posted on April 23, 2011 by SouthernGirl2

Luther Vandross (April 20, 1951 – July 1, 2005) was an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter, and record producer. During his career, Vandross sold over twenty-five million albums[2] and won eight Grammy Awards[3] including Best Male R&B Vocal Performance four … Continue reading →

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Photos: President Obama Speaks at “Gen 44” Fundraiser

Posted on April 22, 2011 by SouthernGirl2
Posted in Barack Obama, Current Events, Economy, Employment News, Jobs, Open Thread, Politics, President Obama | Tagged , | 8 Comments

Serendipity SOUL | Friday Open Thread

Posted on April 22, 2011 by rikyrah

We hope you’re enjoying the poetry and jazz this week.  Happy Friday, Everyone! Wikipedia: Yolande Cornelia “Nikki” Giovanni (born June 7, 1943) is an American poet, writer, commentator, activist, and educator. Her primary focus is on the individual and the power … Continue reading →

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President Obama Signs EXECUTIVE Order For Disclosure of Politcal Spending by Government Contractors- Take That Citizens United!

Posted on April 21, 2011 by rikyrah

From Politicususa With A Stroke Of His Pen Obama Strikes Back At Citizens United April 21, 2011  By Rmuse Excerpt: On Wednesday it was reported that President Obama was drafting an executive order that would require companies pursuing federal contracts … Continue reading →

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Serendipity SOUL | Thursday Open Tread | JAZZ!

Posted on April 21, 2011 by rikyrah

                                                                 Sir Duke Ellington             Wikipedia:  Edward Kennedy “Duke” Ellington (April 29, 1899 – May 24, 1974) was an American composer, pianist, and big band leader. Ellington wrote over 1,000 compositions. In the words of Bob Blumenthal of The … Continue reading →

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Photos: President Barack Obama’s Facebook Townhall

Posted on April 20, 2011 by SouthernGirl2
Posted in Barack Obama, Business, Communications, Current Events, Economics, Economy, Employment News, Jobs, Media, Open Thread, Politics, President Obama | Tagged , , , , , , | 3 Comments

President Obama to Host Facebook Townhall

Posted on April 20, 2011 by SouthernGirl2

Just days after launching his 2012 reelection campaign, President Obama is making yet another successful push for social media in the White House. He recently announced plans to host an open town hall meeting via Facebook on April 20. The … Continue reading →

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Serendipity SOUL | Wednesday Open Thread| POETRY!

Posted on April 20, 2011 by rikyrah

A Brief Biography:  Rita Dove served as Poet Laureate of the United States and Consultant to the Library of Congress from 1993 to 1995 and as Poet Laureate of the Commonwealth of Virginia from 2004 to 2006. She has received … Continue reading →

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Video & Photos President Obama Hosts Town Hall at Northern Virginia Community College

Posted on April 19, 2011 by rikyrah
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Video & Photos|President Obama Hosts Easter Prayer Breakfast at the White House

Posted on April 19, 2011 by rikyrah
Posted in Barack Obama, Celebrations, Current Events, Inspiration, President Obama, Religion, Sexuality, Worship | Tagged , , | 8 Comments