Monthly Archives: June 2016

Freddie Gray case | State vs Officer Caesar Goodson | Day 6

Posted on June 16, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

After state prosecutors rested their case against Baltimore Police Officer Caesar Goodson J. in the death of Freddie Gray on Wednesday, proceedings were scheduled to continue Thursday morning with discussion of a defense request for acquittal. Defense attorneys for Goodson … Continue reading →

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Thursday Open Thread | Because I love them : Smokey Robinson

Posted on June 16, 2016 by rikyrah

Today’s voice is Smokey Robinson.  

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Freddie Gray case | State vs Officer Caesar Goodson | Day 5

Posted on June 15, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

Trial is set to resume Wednesday for Caesar Goodson Jr., the officer facing the most serious charges in the death of Freddie Gray, who suffered a fatal spine injury last year while riding in a police van Goodson was driving. … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Open Thread | Because I love them : Marvin Gaye

Posted on June 15, 2016 by rikyrah

Today is the wonderful Marvin Gaye.  

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Freddie Gray case | State vs Officer Caesar Goodson | Day 4

Posted on June 14, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

The trial of Officer Caesar Goodson Jr., the van driver accused of second-degree murder in the death of Freddie Gray, was expected to resume Tuesday morning with continued testimony from a member of the police department’s Force Investigation Team that … Continue reading →

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The United State Of Women Summit

Posted on June 14, 2016 by rikyrah

The United State of Women will be an important moment for both women and girls, domestically and internationally. It will feature speakers who will both educate as well as inspire all of us to take action on June 14th and … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Open Thread | Because I love them : Frank Sinatra

Posted on June 14, 2016 by rikyrah

Today is Francis Albert Sinatra.  

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Freddie Gray case | State vs Officer Caesar Goodson | Day 3

Posted on June 13, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

The third day of testimony in the murder trial of Baltimore police officer Caesar Goodson Jr. on Monday is expected to feature testimony of fellow officer William Porter. Porter could be seen waiting in the courthouse hallway ahead of Monday’s … Continue reading →

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Monday Open Thread | Because I love them : Nat King Cole

Posted on June 13, 2016 by rikyrah

I just need music that makes me feel good. The voices and music that make me go to a good place. These are men this week whose voices….’are like butter’ for me…. Today – Nat King Cole…  

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President Obama Delivers Remarks on Orlando Massacre

Posted on June 12, 2016 by rikyrah

Transcript of President Obama’ remarks: Today, as Americans, we grieve the brutal murder — a horrific massacre — of dozens of innocent people. We pray for their families, who are grasping for answers with broken hearts. We stand with the … Continue reading →

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