Yesterday, George Anthony took the stand and defended himself against allegations that he carried on an affair with a woman who was helping him search for his grandchild, Caylee. Today, he implied that daughter Casey is behind Caylee’s death. George Anthony Testimony “The car smelled like human decomposition. Caylee was last seen with Casey,” George testified, growing emotional. “One and one adds up to two in my mind. I was trying to put all the stories together. ” Casey Anthony shook her head and scribbled notes to her legal team as her father answered questions. George said he felt a “deep, deep hurt inside” when Caylee’s remains were found a couple years ago. He even attempted suicide soon after because “it just seemed like the right time to go, to be with Caylee. To spend time with Caylee. I didn’t want to be in this world anymore.” The defense, who is trying to make jurors believe George abused his daughter and that somehow explains her changing story, asked the witness if he ever touched Casey inappropriately. “Sir, I never would do anything to harm my daughter in that way,” he said.
Sometimes it can be hard to do what you set out to do. For whatever reason, the values that you hold dear, like work ethic, are not doing anything for you at a particular moment. Maybe you set goals for yourself, but in the end, you feel like you are contradicting yourself because they never get accomplished. Perhaps you plan to be productive, or to gain the courage to do something important, but you end up falling into the same rut you said you never would. It can be hard not to fall prey to contradictions in your life, but there are always ways that you could change things and definitely step up your game!: 1. Combat cognitive dissonance with positive imaging. What exactly is cognitive dissonance, you ask? Well, it is the idea that your mind has a particular goal, but your actions speak as contradictions in that respect. For example, you might really despise lateness, but you are always running behind yourself. In order to overcome specific weaknesses in your life, you must be willing to go the distance to make your inner monologue and outer self match in values. By creating positive images in your head of your eventual success, a sense of inner motivation could be a strong catalyst for a change in your situation. 2. Write your goals down and post them somewhere as reference. This might seem like a simple, somewhat obvious way to remember what you mean to accomplish, but writing things down could be the tangible way you need to properly stack your priorities. Sometimes when the ideas are flowing through your head, any sort of distraction can cause you to lose focus from what you are planning to do. In order to make the most out of your time, it can be very useful to have everything laid out in front of you to instill subconscious motivation! I know that some people (like myself) are not very good at planning, but the very existence of a tangible goal list can be a helpful reminder of what you COULD be – and a core level of determination is all you need to get there! 3. Remind yourself of things you can look forward to. Sometimes the best events in life are ones that you have to patiently wait for. Maybe you are waiting for a trip to see someone you miss or have a few days off from work in order to just relax. If you make it so you have rewards or exciting prospects in the forefront to look forward to, it can be easier for you to be able to accomplish new things and be productive until those events arrive! Perhaps you want to teach yourself some of your favorite songs on your guitar or become more proficient at a certain aspect of your job. When you have something fun you’re waiting for, in the meantime, you can accomplish anything! 5 Ways To Make Life Transitions Easier 4. Know yourself and set goals based on the way you think. If you know that you naturally wake up late and are on the run all of the time, then don’t try and change your internal clock! Working around your weaknesses and finding productivity around your already formed habits can be a much better way to improve your productivity. Why try to change something that is already fundamental to your being? The same goes with procrastination and the way you get your work done – sometimes what hinders others in the work atmosphere is something that is successful for someone else! Everyone has their own individual habits and techniques that they use to get through the day, therefore, setting goals should be a unique process built around the person, not the task. 5. Start small and build on what you can slowly accomplish. Taking baby steps towards your goals is the best way to go, as trying to accomplish too much at once can tear down the very wall of productivity you created! As a close family member uses as his humorous motto: “How do you eat an elephant? By breaking it into small chunks.” In order to get the most out of what you have done, you have to take it slowly and make sure you are not taking on too much at once. Having productive, realistic goals makes for the strongest results, so being slow and deliberate about life can have its advantages! No matter what your core values are, the fundamental idea of bringing your inner motivation to the front of your mind is the best scenario for success! If you don’t naturally have that internal determination to accomplish tasks, channeling someone who has the productive bug might be the best bet for you. Try to spend more time in a lively, collaborative atmosphere where your ideas can be bounced off others and goals can be tweaked. Whether it’s a small personal goal or a lofty career move, it’s important to remember that the best outcomes come from internal motivation mixed with external action. 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This morning on my way to work, something interesting happened that made me think more critically about how time and change are interconnected. I was walking on the train platform at a quarter past eight as usual when I turned around and saw someone I had not seen in at least three years. We both stared at each other in a caffeine-deprived haze, somehow managing to exchange awkward hellos and small talk before boarding the train. Although we have known each other for most of our childhoods, this surprise of running into each other years after graduating made it evident how much had changed. As we started trading stories about our jobs and lives at the moment, another former classmate walks by, prompting a similar scene of greetings and mutual intrigue. After we had all piled into the train a short time later, I flopped down into my seat and mused about what had just happened. While I ended up taking a few minutes to settle my nerves, I settled into a comfortable calm and suddenly felt inspired to report on what I had experienced. What became clear to me is that when you are caught off-guard by unexpected social situations, you lose the illusion of control over your surroundings, therefore, you subconsciously overthink everything that occurs. It was an especially nerve-wracking scenario because I had only woken up an hour before this meeting and had not yet had my caffeine fix, which my friends joke is the only way I become less zombie and more human. Feeling suddenly thrown back into past friendships can seem weird, even if you are more confident and self-assured than you ever were when you knew them. In the current days of social networking sites such as Facebook, the likelihood of meeting up with old friends and classmates has become exponentially higher. Making good impressions in person, however, and being able to market the real you takes perseverance and is a strength that can only be built upon. Here are some tips for keeping yourself fresh and approachable, even when your nerves have taken over: 1. Keep your eyes peeled and your head held up high. The most important part of being confident is that your inner and outer self match. Stand up straight, have a smile on your face, and keep a watchful eye of your surroundings, as you never know who you are going to meet at any given time. If you are able to display the confidence and self-assured grace that you have built up since your school days, then others will be able to see it, too, and be drawn to you! Embrace your current self and keep others up-to-date on your poised demeanor! The Importance Of Seeking Out Connections With People 2. Smile and look into people’s eyes while talking. This might seem like an obvious idea when it comes to conversation etiquette, but many people forget even the simplest forms of communicating when they encounter an unexpected situation! Although you may be caught off-guard when first seeing someone you know, being able to hold eye contact and provide a warm smile can ease even the most awkward of situations. Reminding yourself that these are people you used to know or should get to know better can put you in a better mindset and ready to communicate more effectively! 3. Brainstorm some interesting “go-to” facts about your life to share with others. One of the most common questions that is asked when you haven’t seen someone in a while is “What are you up to now?” This can be a difficult question to answer for some people, as they might have a myriad of interests or a job that is difficult to describe. If you have a complicated list in your mind at the moment and don’t know how to break it down, think of a few key facts about yourself and keep them in the back of your mind for social situations. You never know when you might need to get your shine on! 4. Wake up with an optimism for the upcoming day. Get yourself ready in the morning with confidence and dress the way you feel best! If you have a poor attitude to begin with, who’s to say the rest of your day won’t be spectacular? You just have to have the faith in who you are – a strong, independent woman who can do anything she puts her mind to! If you don’t keep the glass half full, who will? You have to exude the confidence that you know you have and work it to your advantage. Never give up your self-worth in favor of nerves and lack of courage! Optimism & The Art Of Facing Your Fears 5. Be yourself. Always being true to yourself is the best advice in terms of marketing your strong points and keeping your self-esteem alive! Even if someone tells you that you have to dress differently or adopt a new style that isn’t comfortable for you (unless that person is your boss!), you shouldn’t have to compromise or change yourself for someone else. The best way to show others the real you is to BE the real you from the get-go! Never forget who you are and always strive to better combat your emotions through an optimistic lens. By giving yourself permission to spread your wings as the person you truly are, others will see this brightness and be encouraged by your confident, assured attitude! Be who you are and don’t ever sacrifice that. Being aware of how you exude your outer confidence and attitude makes it much easier to market yourself to the best of your ability – and anyone that you encounter will see this! By bringing out the eye contact, smiling, and assured demeanor when asked about your life, you have the opportunity to come off as an interesting and fantastic person to interact with. 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A Video I made for Justin Bieber using the song You Don’t Know My Name by Alicia Keys. Thanks to the sites i got the pics and videos from. Lyrics: Baby, baby, baby, from the day I saw you, I really, really wanted to catch your eye. There’s something special ’bout you. I must really like you, ’cause not a lot of guys are worth my time. Oh. Baby, baby, baby, It’s gettin’ kinna crazy, ’cause you are takin’ over my mind. And it feels like OooOoOoOoOooOooOooo… You don’t know my name. I swear… It feels like OooOoOoOoOooOooOooo… You don’t know my name. (‘Round and ’round and ’round we go. Will you ever know?) Oh! Baby, baby, baby I see us on our first date. You doin’ everything that makes me smile. And when we had our first kiss, it happened on a Thursday, and, ooh, it set my soul on fire. Ooh, baby, baby, baby, I can’t wait for the first time. My imagination’s runnin’ wild. It feels like OooOoOoOoOoooooo… You don’t know my name. And I swear it, baby, It feels like OooOoOoOoOooOooooo… U don’t know my name. (‘Round and ’round and ’round we go. Will you ever know?) Will you ever know? I’m sayin’ he don’t even know what he’s doin’ to me. Got me feelin all crazy inside. I’m I’m feelin like…Oh! I’m doin’ more than I’ve ever done for anyone’s attention. Take notice of what’s in front of you ’cause did i mention (Oh!) you’re ’bout to miss a good thing? And you’ll never know how good it feels to have all of my affection. And you’ll never get a chance to experience my lovin … http://www.youtube.com/v/SV7LEbw4DwA?f=videos&app=youtube_gdata Visit link: You Don’t Know My Name (Justin Bieber Video) With Lyrics
i had to deepin; his voice cause of copyright. so stfu? http://www.youtube.com/v/05oRGeclFR0?f=videos&app=youtube_gdata Link: Justin Bieber – Believe Lyrics
i had to deepin; his voice cause of copyright. so stfu? http://www.youtube.com/v/05oRGeclFR0?f=videos&app=youtube_gdata Link: Justin Bieber – Believe Lyrics
My name is Asia Gousse & my first Bieber experience was on November 17th 2009 . I had come home from school on the 16th in the car with my mom. We were talking about Justin of course when she broke the news, “Honey I forgot, I was supposed to take you to a studio to meet Justin Bieber today.” That sentence right there was when my world smashed into pieces. “BUT WHAT TIME IS IT AT?!” She replied with a shy “3 pm.” I turned my head to clock just to find out that it was 3:30. I was devastated. Later I was moping around at home in resentment. Later that night, my mom broke more news to me. This time it was good! She had let me know that she was only JOKING. That it wasn’t for today…it was for TOMORROW! The next day at school I told everyone about how I get to meet Justin Bieber. No one believed me…but who cares. We drove up to a tv studio and we are at the Live taping of ‘Lopez Tonight’ so I thought then, okay I just get to see him perform. We enter the studio through a back door. We had our passes so it was okay. I walked down the short hallway, make a sharp left, and up two steps. I looked to my left, and through two glasses sliding doors there he was. Justin Drew Bieber. On a couch with Kenny, surrounded by what was at the time just two dancers . I was just so stunned. It was really him. I walk through the doors, and I let my dad do the talking. We walk up to the couch he was sitting on. My dad introduces himself and I push him aside. I look at Justin, he looks at me. He took my hand and shook it. “Hi I’m Justin” (in my mind i was saying, Oh honey, you dont have to tell me who YOU are) I said, “Hi I’m Asia nice to meet you”. I handed him the cupcakes from my mom’s work and he eagerly grabbed them. I had a huge smile on my face. He had on a black american apparel sweater and a black hat with blue plaid on the bottom. He was so adorable! He acted like such a kid. He was having fun…obviously. He tore through out Little Miss Sunshine (vanilla cake with lemon center and lemon frosting) while Kenny devoured the Red Velvet. It was so amazing to see him eat the cupcakes because my mom and I put so much effort, love, and time into the company. He looked up with wide eyes and mouth full of cake and said “THANK YOU!” Anyways, he was definitely enjoying his time. Soon he was getting ready to perform and he put his earpiece in. He was turning into the freaking energizer bunny because he was so hyper! I was standing behind him at the time and he accidentally backed into me. He turned around and said he was really sorry. Oh but I was still so starstruck all I say was it’s okay! Then some lady came around with her phone told him to get next to me really quickly and to smile…1,2,3, FLASH! We were both caught off guard and she took a picture. Then Justin went out on stage and when he was done, he stopped by the room once more. I managed to get a quick, “You did really good out there” in but everything after that was rushed. Anyways, he had to rush to a concert at Universal City walk. Kenny had told my dad and I to come along for the ride with them. That would mean ME in the SAME car as Justin Bieber! But my dad and I went separately instead because he TOOK TO LONG! I went and saw him perform. I’ve had all of these wonderful opportunies because my dad is Sr.Vp. of Defjam Records . But trust me, I love and support Justin like every fan out there. Im a die-hard, bieber fanatic, and even withouth connections you know I would have found my way to meeting him one way or another, thats for sure! I made my Twitter on the same day as I met him. Then I went home and sang a cover of ‘Down To Earth’. I was the SECOND person to post a cover that song on YouTube. P.S. SINCE THEN, I have seen Justin : perform at his Valentine’s Day concert, present an award at the Grammys, perform at the KCA’s 2010, 3 of his Los Angeles My World concerts, watched him perform at the AMA’s, I went to a private screening of NSN3D, and lastly I went to the L.A. Never Say Never 3D movie premiere at the Nokia Theatre. I am BEYOND grateful that words cant even describe. I really do hope that every belieber gets their special chance to meet justin and watch him perform because those moments were the best moments of my life. -@asiagousse Original post: My name is Asia Gousse & my first Bieber experience was on…
If I had to choose which one of the “Basketball Wives” were my favorite “wife,” I’d pick Tami Roman every single time. She real, she’s funny, she’s witty and she just straight up don’t take NO bull. Period! And what’s more is that the other cast members pretty much know not to try her by now, all except for Meeka but she is soon to learn not to go there. In light of all of her hilarious and down to earth quotes, I’ve created a post dedicated to Tami’s top 6 quotables. Check them out below: 6. “This does not define me, I don’t move from one player to the next. What I do is establish my own.” This was Tami’s response to Evelyn at the reunion show for season 2 where Evelyn said Tami knew her and Kenny were together on the low, she just acted as if she didn’t to establish her “spot” on the show. Needless to say Tami, for once, didn’t give into Evelyn’s advances and handled her comment with class. 5. “Let me show you how cheap talk is around this m*therf*cker!” During season 2 when Jennifer tried to act bourgeoisie off the fact that she’d “never seen a food stamp in her life” and tried to get buck with Tami, she was so close to setting it off! 4. “So then I don’t need to tell you that I f*cked Chad.” This was especially hilarious from last year’s reunion show as the person’s face on the receiving end of the comment, Evelyn, was absolutely priceless. 3. “You’re only relevant cause I’m talking to you b*tch!” In the heat of Tami and Meeka’s huge blow up last night, Tami let it be known to Meeka that she tries way too hard and is completely irrelevant. That’s definitely the truth, because no one ever even heard of this kid before the show. 2. “I do not care how Evelyn, Jennifer and Shaunie smile in your face. They do not like you.” This had to be one of the realest things ANY one of the BW’s has said in the history of the show. Evelyn, Jennifer and Shaunie are the fakest people ever, that’s their thing. Smile in your face and snicker at you behind your back. 1. “I don’t give a f*ck if you buy every shoe in Dulce, you ain’t never gonna be Evelyn!” Another shot at Meeka, Tami was full of quotables in that one argument with Meeka alone. It also made me take notice to the fact that Meeka definitely does try to be another Evelyn, as if that’s the person to be or something. I could go on and on with quotes from Tami, but unfortunately I have to stop somewhere, clearly Tami is not to be messed with. Who is your favorite “wife” is and why? Eric Williams Goes In On Ex-Wife Jennifer Williams On Twitter Tami Roman: “You’re Only Relevant Because I’m Talking To You!” “Basketball Wives: Los Angeles” Cast Revealed!
We all know that being liked by your boyfriend’s friends is a plus. What better security is there than knowing that his friends aren’t actively trying to change his mind about you? One of my friends is so used to being invited to her boyfriend’s “guys’ nights”. Whether it’s getting wings at the local dive bar or being rowdy and watching the game on someone’s couch, she’s always been a “guys’ girl”. The guy that she recently started dating, however, likes to separate his “guy time” and “girlfriend time”. BUT, this doesn’t mean that she needs to kick him to the curb and find a more romantic guy. We talked and tried to figure out what the right amount of “bro-mance” time versus “romance” time is. The first thing I did was explain to her the importance of “bro-mances” to men. Just because they’re spending time with their guys does not mean that they are going to break up with you. There’s no need to constantly call and text him asking about his plans. Having time to “bro out” can actually be extremely healthy for relationships. You have more to talk about, and let’s be real- you’d rather him be hanging out with his best guy friends than getting drinks with the new lady at work. But how much “bro-mance” is too much ? When he is choosing to play poker with the guys 5 days out of the week, it’s time to step in and ask for a little more “loving time”. If you can squeeze yourself into a game of black jack with him and the guys, that’s great! But don’t go dealing cards where they don’t belong. You don’t want to start showing up everywhere and have his guys get annoyed of you. When my friend showed up at one of the guys’ golf games, she felt completely out of place and definitely heard the snide comments: “uhh dude, what’s she doing here?” Most importantly, keep in mind what his “bro-mance” time can mean for you. Use this time to pamper yourself or plan a girls’ night out . Just because he wants to hang out with the guys on Friday night doesn’t mean that you need to stay in by yourself. The most healthy relationships have a balance between romantic time and friend time. What are your thoughts on “bro-mances”? How do you stay in a healthy relationship while still giving him room to breathe? How much room is too much room? Fill us in! Nicki Minaj & Britney Spears Get Into Altercation At Femme Fatale Tour?! BLACK MUSIC MOMENT #44: Isaac Hayes Wins Academy Award For “Shaft” Score 1972 FACT OF THE DAY: Tupac Shakur Studied Ballet
