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I guess the best is yet to come

Corbin, you never can tell how things play out in the months or years to come.  If Congress can propose a Michael Jackson day, it won't be surprising for him to be honored in that way.  I think his legacy and his memory of what he did while he was here will be duly noted.  DiamondLife

posted by DiamondLife on July 7, 2009 at 10:47 PM | link to this | reply

LOL

Freudian Slip..........."Peace Prize"!

posted by Corbin_Dallas on July 7, 2009 at 5:54 AM | link to this | reply

Why.........

he probably should get a Nobel Piece Prize!

posted by Corbin_Dallas on July 7, 2009 at 5:53 AM | link to this | reply

Re: Citations on some of Michael Jackson's Humanitarian efforts

Hi Elinjo,  Below are some of the citations about Michael Jackson's humanitrarian efforts.  I hope this helps.  DiamondLife

http://www.thesource.com/2009/06/the-source-remembers-michael-jackson-humanitarian/The

Millennium-Issue of the “Guinness Book Of Records” names Michael as the Pop Star who supports the most charity organizations. The following projects are supported by Michael Jackson:

AIDS Project L.A.
American Cancer Society
Angel Food
Big Brothers of Greater Los Angeles
BMI Foundation
Brotherhood Crusade
Brothman Burn Center
Camp Ronald McDonald
Childhelp U.S.A.
Children’s Institute International
Cities and Schools Scholarship Fund
Community Youth Sports & Arts Foundation
Congressional Black Caucus
Dakar Foundation
Dreamstreet Kids
Dreams Come True Charity
Elizabeth Taylor Aids Foundation
Heal The World Foundation
Juvenile Diabetes Foundation
Love Match
Make A Wish Foundation
Minority Aids Project
Motown Museum
NAACP
National Rainbow Coalition
Rotary Club of Australia
Society of Singers
Starlight Foundation
The Carter Center’s Atlanta Project
The Sickle Cell Research Foundation
Transafrica
United Negro College Fund
United Negro College Fund Ladder’s of Hope
Volunteers of America
Watts Summer Festival
Wish Granting
YMCA - 28th Street/Crenshaw
Big Brothers/Big Sisters of America

This is the oldest mentoring organization serving youth in the USA.
BBBSA has provided one-to-one mentoring relationships between adult volunteers and children at risk since 1904. BBBSA currently serves over 100,000 children and youth in more than 500 agencies throughout all of the United States.

posted by DiamondLife on July 6, 2009 at 6:06 PM | link to this | reply

Re: Re: Re: I loved Michael Jackson's singing, but I can't understand what it takes to

No, no Corbin.  I have had numerous conversations with those in the arts about the responsibilty they have to society.  Those who are artists, musicians, doctors, teachers, lawyers still have a resonsibility to society and to the children who watch them; no they don't get a pass to do what they want without consequences.

Hands down, if he was not as important as some want to believe then why do so many people support him?  Why do so many legends, legends' children, common people, many professionals support him? The answer is regardless, of what his last years may have been he still is a phenomenal person.  With his contributions to society, he owned up to the challege of making this world a better place.  He answered the call to say yes, to helping those who cannot help themselves.  Also his music changed and knocked down barriers for so many people across the United States and later across the globe. 

posted by DiamondLife on July 6, 2009 at 5:58 PM | link to this | reply

Truly appreciate your reading my thought

I am in the process of posting his citations on his humanitarian efforts, so keep your eyes posted.  Unfortunately, for him a good many people did not want him to succeed but hands down he was touched; touched by God.  For those who do extraordinary things or contribution to the world in extraordinary ways do not go without tragic moments as well.  As a musical genius who transcended generations and racial lines, who can explain that?  It is like some politicians are furious with all the coverage about his memorial in CA tomorrow or his life.  They say, we should get over it.  For me, seeing coverage reminds me of how important he is in American history and the world.  It is unfortunate that there was such tragedy but overtime I hear his music, I smile.  Every time I hear his music, my hearts jumps for joy.  My daughter and I can sing to the same music without it being demeaning to women or people in general.  Wow, is all I can say. 

The citations are coming. 

posted by DiamondLife on July 6, 2009 at 5:47 PM | link to this | reply

Re: Re: I loved Michael Jackson's singing, but I can't understand what it takes to

Hmmmm??? Isn't  that what is known as enabling?   Kind of like the Catholic Church settling out of court to keep from going to court?  Reassigning priests to new parishes and a fresh supply?  This is why celebrities get away with so much....if you can entertain,  it overrides the underlying evils? 

posted by Corbin_Dallas on July 6, 2009 at 5:47 PM | link to this | reply

Re: Thank you sooo much!!

Yeah, Sam I am was soo inspired and was almost ready to post and boom it was gone.  Weird, but I guess it is common until you actually write in Word then, post.  Great idea, Sam.  Thank you much!! DiamondLife

posted by DiamondLife on July 6, 2009 at 5:38 PM | link to this | reply

I was touched by the sincerity of this post. Could you I wonder tell us a little more about MJ's humanitarian contribution?

posted by elinjo on July 5, 2009 at 4:43 AM | link to this | reply

Hey Diamond! Love your handle! I put my writing in WordPerfect and then copy and paste to my blog! It can be a nightmare when first learning this site! Many have lost posts just prior to getting ready to put them out! If you need help with anything just give me a holler and I will do what I can! If I don't know I usually can find someone here! sam

posted by sam444 on July 4, 2009 at 10:43 PM | link to this | reply

Re: I loved Michael Jackson's singing, but I can't understand what it takes to

Yes, you are right!! We can't worry about accusations but keep our eye on what really matters.  I will say this, hearing his music always makes me smile. 

posted by DiamondLife on July 4, 2009 at 10:32 PM | link to this | reply

Superb talent - Indeed

Hi Sam,

Thank you for viewing my blog.  I am new to this and just lost 3 paragraphs of writing but I am going to try not to fret! Yikes.  You know I did not know that MTV had to be forced to play Thriller, in 1983! Never heard this before his death and I hope you are right.  I hope that all of the negative publicity is finally put to rest and let his music shine on.  I heard MJ say that in order to be immortal, you have to leave something here on that can lived on forever.  He has done that by staying true to his music and not letting anyone keep him being great.  I guess when we think about it, we all have a responsibility to make a way to make this place better for us all.  Lastly, I have loved to write all my life but with the loss of Michael Jackson I have been inspired to write again.  Thanks for the welcome.  DiamondLife

posted by DiamondLife on July 4, 2009 at 10:29 PM | link to this | reply

I loved Michael Jackson's singing, but I can't understand what it takes to

forget some of the things he was accused of...not knowing whether they were true or false accusations.

posted by Straightforward on July 4, 2009 at 10:24 PM | link to this | reply

You are correct that he was a humanitarian! He didn't get that much publicity, which is very unfortunate! No doubt he was a superb talent! I wish he would have stayed away from the cosmetic surgery and realized he was a dashing black man in his own right! I adore the pictures of him growing up! So angelic and innocent looking! He has made his mark, and over time the awful things will fade and he will be recognized for the talent that he was! Welcome to Blogit! sam

posted by sam444 on July 4, 2009 at 10:20 PM | link to this | reply