BREAKIN MIN WE NEWS

BREAKING NEWS!!!

ALL MIN WE WRITERS are OUT OF TOWN....
WE ARE IN HOUSTON, BATON ROUGE, MISSISSIPPI, just chillin and hoping for the best....
We love you all!!!! Thanks for or the well wishes and prayers

LETS ALL HOPE FOR THE BEST FROM THIS HURRICANE.

KEEP YOU POSTED.....

MIN W.E.ekend Review




I hope you all enjoy your weekend.....
This weekend check out all the content on the website now. To the right of the screen you will see over 12 Hot on Min We Sections! Explore them... ( I suggest Music, Comedy, and Life) We have over 300 entries now!!!

Tell your friends about us.......

MIN WE WILL RETURN AFTER A BRIEF INTERMISSON LOL

Good Afternoon Min We Readers,

Due to the possible effects of Tropical Storm Gustav and its strengthening. The staff of Min We (Half of our Staff reside in New Orleans and surrounding areas)will have minimal updates at this time, due to individual evacuation plans. We are optimistic that the effects of this storm will be minimal or none at all, but we are being cautious. The usual Weekend Review will be up for your viewing pleasure as well as schedule entries for next week. We Love you and hope to get back to you shortly.


REMEMBER Hurricane KATRINA 8-29-08


GET TO KNOW THE DEMOCRAT AND REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES ALIKE TO CREATE A INFORMED DECISION

In the Upcoming Weeks,We Will Have for You......... VLOGS AND A NEW ONLINE RADIO STATION....GET EXCITED.

Kid Rock - All Summer Long



I reallllllly reallllly like this song!!!!!
Not a fan of the video though!

McCain Picks Palin for VP




Sarah Louise Heath Palin (IPA: /peɪlɪn/) (born February 11, 1964) is the current Governor of Alaska, and the presumptive 2008 Republican nominee for Vice President of the United States.[1] She will be the second female Vice Presidential nominee representing one of the two major American political parties.[2]

Born in Idaho and raised in Alaska, Palin played point guard on her high school's basketball team. She was the 1984 runner-up in the Miss Alaska pageant, receiving a scholarship that allowed her to attend the University of Idaho, where she received a degree in journalism. After working as a sports reporter at an Anchorage television station, Palin served two terms on the Wasilla, Alaska, City Council from 1992 to 1996, was elected mayor of Wasilla (population 5,470 in 2000) in 1996, and ran unsuccessfully for Lieutenant Governor in 2002. After charging ethical violations by state Republican Party leaders,[3] she won election in 2006 by first defeating incumbent governor Frank Murkowski in the Republican primary, then former Democratic Alaskan governor Tony Knowles in the general election.

On August 29, 2008, presumptive GOP nominee John McCain chose Palin as his nominee for vice president.

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PINK - SO WHAT



I'm loving the song and the video. Pink is the HAWTNESS

David Banner - So Long

Be Advised Language

Sen. Barack Obama's Historic Acceptance Speech

Salsa Aerobics Breakdown



martin jensen 10 min salsa aerobic clip for you to take away and use in classes or at home. Funny yet a good workout.

Janet Jackson Spoofs TV


Janet Jackson spoofs MTV Shows

Terrence Howard: "Sanctuary"



Watch the exclusive video premiere of Howard's first single, "Sanctuary," from his debut album, "Shine Through It". In Stores and Online 9/2/08

I really don't hold an opinion one way or the other. His eyes enough for me.

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LIL WAYNE/JAY-Z "MR CARTER" SPOOF



THIS IS HILARIOUS!!!!
AFFION CROCKETT PLAYS WAYNE AND JAY IN THIS SPOOF. DAMAINE MAKES A GUEST APPEARANCE IN THE END. ALSO, CHECK OUT 'BLACK REPUBLICANS' SPOOF BY AFFION AND JOHN O. YOUTUBE.COM/AFFIONCROCKETT (OSKAMILL)

Laptops in Love



A classic tale of love... as experienced by portable computers

Mini Cooper Review


This is dedicated to Min We Paige.
What stands out most about the 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is the added length, which allows for more rear seat leg room and a larger cargo area. The fun and quirky character that has attracted so many buyers in recent years remains, yet is tweaked a bit with a side access door and two small rear doors.

Census: 45.7 million uninsured Americans in 2007

WASHINGTON--The number of Americans lacking health insurance dropped by more than one million to 45.7 million in 2007, the New York Times said the Census Bureau reported August 26.

This was a shift as that number had been climbing for the past six years. Health officials said the turn is the result of a growth government-sponsored health insurance programs and the decline in the use of private insurers.

However, experts cautioned that the report may be misleading as it failed to take into account the economic downtown that began last year, thus presenting the number of insured in an unrealistically positive light. (FOR THE COMPLETE STORY CLICK HERE)

U.S. Economy Grew Faster Than Previously Estimated (Update1)

By Courtney Schlisserman

Aug. 28 (Bloomberg) -- The U.S. economy expanded at a faster pace than previously estimated in the second quarter, helped by surging exports and a smaller decline in inventories. The 3.3 percent annualized increase in gross domestic product from April through June was higher than forecast and compares with an advance estimate of 1.9 percent issued last month, the Commerce Department said today in Washington. The economy grew 0.9 percent in the first quarter. (For the Complete Story Click Here)

Biden's Nomination Speech

Common (Feat. Pharell) - Announcement



This video is Hawt and probably one of my favorite songs out right now. AND YES! Pharell is in it and it makes me extra happy.

I will I could draw :-(

VOTE


CAUSE PSA featuring Kelly Hu and George Takei. Embrace your power and VOTE!

CAUSEUSA

NFL SCORES 8/21-8/25

Thursday August 21, 2008

San Francisco 6 14 7 10 37 Final
Chicago 10 10 3 7 30


Friday August 22, 2008

Philadelphia 3 21 3 0 27 Final
New England 0 3 0 14 17


Tennessee 3 0 0 0 3 Final
Atlanta 0 3 7 7 17


Houston 3 7 3 9 22 Final
Dallas 10 10 0 3 23


Green Bay 7 6 7 7 27 Final
Denver 3 14 0 7 24


Saturday August 23, 2008

Cleveland 0 6 0 0 6 Final
Detroit 6 10 10 0 26


NY Giants 0 0 0 7 7 Final
NY Jets 0 0 3 7 10


Washington 0 0 3 0 3 Final
Carolina 3 31 7 6 47


Kansas City 0 0 0 0 0 Final
Miami 3 14 0 7 24


Jacksonville 10 0 7 6 23 Final
Tampa Bay 0 7 3 7 17


New Orleans 10 0 3 0 13 Final
Cincinnati 0 0 0 0 0


Baltimore 3 0 7 0 10 Final
St. Louis 3 14 7 0 24


Pittsburgh 0 3 3 6 12 Final
Minnesota 0 7 3 0 10


Arizona 3 0 14 7 24 Final
Oakland 0 0 0 0 0


Sunday August 24, 2008

Buffalo 3 14 0 3 20 Final
Indianapolis 0 0 7 0 7


Monday August 25, 2008
Seattle 7 0 3 7 17 Final
San Diego 0 10 0 8 18

Democratic National Convention


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Democratic National Convention - Day 1
(For Complete Story Click Link)
I know that 'I want to work for Diddy' and 'The Hills' are on tonight and recaps are coming but for the next few days I need you guys to witness history in the making. The DNC convention.
On the first night alone I have been inspired to go out and make more of a difference in my community and eventually in my world.

DNC- Day 1 Michelle Obama's Speech (For Complete Story Click Link)
I was over at The Villager's spot and saw that he posted Michelle Obama's inspirational speech so I had to jack it and put it up here. don't kill me I linked back and gave you credit!! Anyway,Here it is:


Democratic National Convention - Day 2
(For Complete Story Click Link)
This session of the convention focused more on the common man so to speak. There were numerous 'average hard working' supporters of Sen. Obama that were able to tell their story and why they felt that he should be the next president. The governor of Virginia Tim Kaine gave the Keynote address tonight.


Democratic National Convention - Day 3 (For Complete Story Click Link)
There have been more speeches from congressman and senators that support Sen. Obama. From former Sec. Of State Madeline Albright to Majority Whip Sen. James Clyburn (repping for the palmetto state!).


STAY TUNED TO SINCERE THOUGHTS

Cassie's new video "Official Girl" featuring Lil' Wayne



Cassie's new video "Official Girl" featuring Lil' Wayne

Opposing Optimisim is Reality?


It was brought to my attention that some may argue; that the more optimistic one is the less in touch with reality he/she becomes. This may be a rather hard case to argue because it indeed is a matter of perception. Just as Optimism, Pessimism, and Realism are a matter of perception and relative to one's personal theories and outlook on life; But, I will attempt to argue the affirmative of this debate.

Reality is defined as the state or quality of being real. My thought is that what is in actuality "REAL" is the present or past. Therefore reality can only account for what is happening or what has already happened, not for what will happen even in the next moment.

Optimism is defined as a tendency to look on the more favorable side of events or conditions and to expect the most favorable outcome. There are two words in that define that stick out for me: to look on...and to expect. This indicates that hopefulness is for the future or what has yet to arrive. Synonyms for Optimism are confidence, hopefulness, and cheerfulness. To say that the more confident you are, the more hopeful you are,the more cheerful you are, the further away you are from reality... I would venture to say that thought equates to pessimism not realism.

We have all heard it said that you should not let your Right now circumstance dictate your future. Optimism is believing that you will come out on top no matter what you have to go through to get there. I believe that Optimism is the conorstone of your future. If in believing that we are the energy that we give off and that we bring to us that same energy then being optimistic only molds a bright future in the midst of what ever reality our present maybe. What are your thoughts???



We must save our economy, lower fuel costs, free ourselves from our addiction to oil, and solve the climate crisis. To do this, we must demand that we Repower America with 100% clean electricity within 10 years.

WECANSOLVEIT

Janet Jackson - Making the Band spoof



Janet Jackson spoof of Making the Band

G's To Gents Episode 7 Review


Dinner Table Etiquette
- Tasted Wine:Creepa got the wine choice right
-Tasted escargot next..... They were not feeling it though.

Team Challenge
-Challenge was to go to a dinner engagement on behalf of Bentley
-Shotta and Creepa were sleeping so they were late.
-At the dinner each member will be dismissed for etiquette problems
-Creepa dismissed from not pronouncing names right.
-T-Jones ask the guest their names (good point)
-E6 was dismissed because he insulted the guys.
-Shotta dismissed because he the one who made them late.
-Cee dismissed from speaking with his mouth open.
They had to eat Blowfish next(but you can die from it, if not eaten properly)
-T-Jones and D-Boy both at the blowfish and didn't die!
-TJones won.
-Cee wants D-Boy out.
-T-Bones put Creepa on the chopping board.
-Creepa trying to scare people into keeping him around lol.
-Cee told Bentley about Creepa Being intimidating


Chapter Meeting

-Shotta 2 Blackballs
-D-Boy 4 Blackballs
-Shotta gets to stay.
-Creepa gets to stay
-D-Boy goes home.


Sorry thats all I got for you! Wasn't feeling it today!

Invitation


Tried to unfold creases and crevasses that
You've enveloped and sealed with hot wax
Spilled from vanilla scented candles

You invited me, but won't let me in

Tried to pry with the edge of my finger's nail
Wanting to slice through to what you've enclosed

To reach you

Paper thin cut wrapped around my finger's tip
Quick sharp pain
It did not bleed

You've invited me
I'm here
Open to your thoughts

You've invited me
I'm here
Wanting to hear you

You've invited me
I'm here
Needing to know you

You've invited me
I'm here...

Please let me in
Please let me in
Please let me in

-Paige

Estelle - Pretty Please



I love this song... Do you believe in love????

How to Make a Mummy



Made by teachers on the one day introduction to animation course.
A fun classroom resource for students wanting to see an Egyptian Mummy being made.

The Women



I can't wait to see this movie. Im allow about it!
he Women Trailer
The Women tells the story of Mary Haines (Meg Ryan), a clothing designer who seems to have it all -- a beautiful country home, a rich financier husband, an adorable 11-year-old daughter and a part-time career creating designs for her father's venerable clothing company. Her best friend, Sylvie Fowler (Annette Bening), leads another enviable life -- a happily single editor of a prominent fashion magazine, a possessor of a huge closet of designer clothes and a revered arbiter of taste and style poised on New York's cutting edge. But when Mary's husband enters into an affair with Crystal Allen (Eva Mendes), a sultry 'spritzer girl' lurking behind the Saks Fifth Avenue perfume counter, all hell breaks loose. Mary and Sylvie's relationship is tested to the breaking point while their tight-knit circle of friends, including mega-mommy Edie Cohen (Debra Messing) and author Alex Fisher (Jada Pinkett-Smith), all start to question their own friendships and romantic relationships as well.
Genre:Drama
Director:Diane English
Cast:Meg Ryan, Annette Bening, Eva Mendes, Debra Messing, Jada Pinkett-Smith

CDS OUT THIS WEEK

The Game- LAX (Buy at your own risk, Im not a Game fan)

Slipknot- All Hope is Gone (Promising album)

VIC- Beast (He is a interesting character, I like that he smiles while he raps lol)

Dragonforce- Ultra Beatdown

B.B.King- One Kind Favor

The Verve- Faith

Blues Traveler- North Hollywood Shootout

Solange- Sol-Angel & The Hadley Dreams

The Lost Trailers- Holler Back

YING YANG TWINS- The Official Work (didn't know about this)

Goodnight Goodnight-Maroon 5



JUST SO HAWT.... MAROON 5 IS THE TRUTH-DO NOT SLEEP ON THEM

Diddy Blog #12 - "Gas Prices Are Too High"!

You know my love/hate Diddy, So I had to post this. He is right Gas prices still too high! My traveling has been cut majorly.


P.Diddy is forced to fly American Airlines because the gas prices are too high for him to fuel up his private jet.

Meet Da Bloggers~ YB3



My top 5 songs of the moment
1.) Love You Gently - Usher
Favorite Line - "She said she said make it leeeeeeaaaaaakyyyyyy"
Why I like it - Song is just hot, good song to um "read to"Probably favorite songs off Usher's latest album.

2.) Go Hard - DJ Khaled ft. Kanye West & T. Pain
Favorite Line - "Ima tell you like George Bush told me, 'F*** yall n***** I'm out of here'"
Why I like it - Lately Kanye has just been in beast mode. Murdering every track he gets own and well he continues to raise the bar on this song.
Add T-Pain's autotuned voice on the hook and you got a hit. I could do without DJ Khaled screaming on it though.

3.) You Heard Me - B.G. ft Lil Wayne, Juvenile, & Trey Songz
Favorite Line - "Even If you got married you couldn't do what I DO"
Why I like it - 3 out of 4 hot boys on a track together ain't bad!

4.) Migraine - Ne-Yo
Favorite Line - "Why we're on the subject of what should have happened.. You could have told me that you had a wife."
Why I like it - I actually think Ne-Yo was planning to sell this one to a female artist. The entire song is done from the woman point of view.
Not to mention sang in falsetto to illustrate its a woman talking. The story is Lady finds out man has been with for a year is married with a kid and it gives her a love MIGRAINE.

5.) Kiwi- Maroon 5
Who doesn't like a good euphemism for taking a face first trip to va jj town? Okay maybe its just the Scorpio in me. I'll just let the lyrics of this
song explain why I like it.... Not to mention kiwi is very delicious.


Quote
"Baby you a star, that's what you are to me
You know how I can tell? Cause you a part of me" - Talib Kweli

JAY Z BEHIND THE COVER

Save Miguel






Save Miguel

MIN WE ELECTION SPECIAL


Brian Deese, a campaign policy advisor, returns to rebut the false claims to which John McCain resorts in his latest ad "Taxman".


Taxman

ROCK THE VOTE. BE INFORMED AND MAKE INFORMED DECISIONS

The New Orleans 100


"The New Orleans 100" is a worldwide initiative that will highlight and encourage discussion among millions about 100 of the most innovative and world-changing ideas to take root in the city since Katrina.

After hearing so many of the positive changes and innovative projects post-Katrina, we've decided enough is enough. It's time to put an end to the negative press in mainstream media. We know that the levees broke. We know that our city is dysfunctional. We know that. But do you know about Prospect.1? Or about the influx of young professionals into New Orleans? The world needs to know about the NEW New Orleans. And to quote Brad Pitt, "If you're going to rebuild something, why not rebuild it right?" Amen brother.

Art & Architecture

Prospect 1: Largest biennial of international contemporary art ever organized in the United States that will open on Nov. 1 to the public in museums, historic buildings, and found sites throughout New Orleans.

Constance: Art and literature publication that explores the fragmentary life that is New Orleans by offering a fresh interpretation of a city that is in immense, and often times, overwhelming cultural and social flux.
Transforma Projects: Collective of artists and creative professionals formed after Katrina as a means of supporting, nurturing and celebrating creative practices that impact the social and physical environment.

Jonathan Ferrara Gallery: Commercial gallery with a public conscience, focusing on cutting edge works with a sense of purpose, mission, and message.

Culture

Treme: David Simon (yes the same David Simon that created The Wire!) is setting his sights on New Orleans and it's musicians for his new show.

504 Ward: Flavorpill meets Daily Candy type website for the young talent in New Orleans to meet, learn explore, connect and grow together.

St. Joe Lofts: Rental community in the heart of the New Orleans Warehouse District that provides collaborative guidance for the engaged, entrepreneurially-spirited professionals, change agents and artisans of New Orleans.


FOR WAYYY MORE AND LEARN HOW TO GET INVOLVED VISIT THE NEW ORLEANS 100

MAKING THE BAND 4- SPOOF

Be Advised Language


AFFION CROCKETT AND JOHN O. NELSON (THE UNCOMF'TABLES) SPOOF THIS SEASON OF MAKING THE BAND. NOT ALL OF THE CHARACTERS IN THIS SKETCH ARE IMPRESSIONS OF GUYS IN THE HOUSE.

Top Albums

OLYMPICS FINAL REVIEW


United States G36 S38 B36 T110
China G51 S21 B28 T100
Russia G23 S21 B28 T72
Britain G19 S13 B15 T47
Australia G14 S15 B17 T46

The Olympics have come to an end. It was truly a great journey to watch the world's best athletes compete for their country. United States received the most medals this year with a total of 110 with China fallen close behind with 100. China beat out the rest for the most Gold Medals with 51 while United States had only 36. For more about what happen at the Olympics this year check out Yahoo Sports

I PLAN TO TRAIN TO BECOME A FAST WALKER.... GOLD MEDAL HERE I COME LOL.

MIN W.E.ekend Review




Get the Latest on Olympics and Football Scores

Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 Review

Check out a wonderful poem by Paigewrite... Onions Make Me Cry

G's To Gents Episode 6 Review

Meet Some of our bloggers

GET A GOOD LAUGH AT MIN WE COMEDY

Get 2 Know Alice Smith

Stand Up 2 Cancer

Other Blogs to Check Out....

Get Your Latest DiddyTV Reviews and Vlogs @ Sincere Thoughts

Check out Videos and News at DA Feedback

To stay up with the hottest Fashion Check Out Lolo's Cube

Louis Vuitton Fall Winter 08/09 Fashion


Louis Vuitton Fall Winter 08/09 Fashion Show at the Cour Carree Du Louvre

Neyo -Miss Independent



I think the video is absolutely Fab. I have never been a 100% sold Neyo fan, but Im enjoying this piece and Im re-evaluating. I like his style chic/elegant.

Thriller in Philipine Prison

See more funny videos at Funny or Die

Said the Raindrop to the Seed

Olympics Review 8-21-08


United States G28 S34 B31 T93
China G46 S15 B22 83
Russia G16 S16 B19 T51
Britain G17 S12 B11 T40
Australia G11 S13 B14 T38

USA is still in the lead with the most medals, while China takes the lead with the Most Gold.


Thursday, Aug 21 Schedule

*Soccer - Women: gold-medal match (live)
2:00am - noon
USA

*Basketball - Women: semifinal (live)
5:00am - 5:00pm
MSNBC

*Soccer - Women: gold-medal match
6:00am - 6:00pm
NBC Olympic Soccer Channel

*Wrestling - Men: gold-medal matches
5:00 - 8:0pm
CNBC

*Track & Field - Men: 110m hurdles, 400m, decathalon, triple-jump. Women: 200m.
8:00pm - midnight
NBC

*Diving - Women: 10m platform final
8:00pm - midnight
NBC

*Beach Volleyball - Men: gold-medal match (live ET/CT)
11:00pm - midnight
NBC

The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 Review.



Me and Fellow Min We Paige went to view this film. I first must admit its your extreme chick flick, but ultimately a good good movie. I absolutely loved the movie and the stories following each of the girls life. There was also some extremely hot guys in this movie. I give it a A++ but it is definitely not a movie for everyone.

In "Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2," based on Ann Brashares' best-selling series of novels, four young women continue the journey toward adulthood that began with "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants." Now three years later, these lifelong friends embark on separate paths for their first year of college and the summer beyond, but remain in touch by sharing their experiences with each other as they always have-with honesty and humor. Discovering their individual strengths, fears, talents and capacity for love through the choices they make, they come to value more than ever the bond they share and the immeasurable power of their friendship.


Football Scores 08/15-08/18

Pittsburgh 21
Buffalo 24

Carolina 13
Philadelphia 24

Friday August 15, 2008
Oakland 16
Tennessee 17


Saturday August 16, 2008

Washington 13
NY Jets 10

Minnesota 23
Baltimore 15

Miami 19
Jacksonville 14

Indianapolis 16
Atlanta 9

Houston 31
New Orleans 27

Arizona 27
Kansas City 17

San Diego 6
St. Louis 7

Chicago 26
Seattle 29

Green Bay 6
San Francisco 34

Dallas 13
Denver 23

Sunday August 17, 2008
Detroit 27
Cincinnati 10

New England 18
Tampa Bay 27

Monday August 18, 2008

Cleveland 34
NY Giants 3

Word Association w/Richard Pryor&Chevy Chase

See more funny videos at Funny or Die

Onion makes me cry

Photobucket
Cooked for you the other night
Main ingredient Love
Marinated in a sweet wine sauce
Garlic and sage carry the tender aroma that kissed my nostrils
Chopped onion simmered to perfected taste

Sipped Love with a cooking spoon for a tease
Mouth watering
Time to serve

You never said a word or looked my way while devouring Love
But as I studied your movements intoxication began filling you
Yet you avoided my stare and ignored my presence
No longer could I take this torture of watchin
Walked across the room past you to leave
Sensation dropped chills through every part of me

I wanted you to
Touch me
See me
Want me
Need me
Love...me


And then you did
Not the night I made love for you
Not with intoxication or of obligation

But in time...

Love not made, but grown
In time and patience
Care and tending
Through seasons and in time

U've taught me love

-Paige

GYM CLASS HEROES: Cookie Jar



Gym Class Heroes' video for 'Cookie Jar' (feat. The-Dream) from The Quilt - in stores September 9th.

Brown Rice Breakfast



Diet.com Celebrity Natural Foods Chef teaches you how to make healthy quick and easy breakfasts. Perfect for any diet. A favorite on The Apprentice, Bethenny Frankel made this dish every day while appearing on Martha Stewart's Apprentice for herself and her cast mates.

Color of Change


Hip hop artist Nas and members of ColorOfChange.org deliver over 620,000 petitions calling on Fox News to stop its racist coverage of the Obamas. Sign the petition at http://www.colorofchange.org.


ColorOfChange.org
exists to strengthen Black America's political voice. Our goal is to empower our members—Black Americans and our allies—to make government more responsive to the concerns of Black Americans and to bring about positive political and social change for everyone.

G's To Gents Episode 6 Review


The lesson of tonight was Eloquence
A speaker came by to teach the group about how to speak appropriately
Of course Shaun knew everything already
She then ask for volunteers, D and Stan and they had to discuss Women's Suffrage, which did not go well.

Challenge
The group was invited to a art exhibited to discuss art, they were to break down into teams of 4. Team One= Cee, Shoota, T-Jones, and E6 Team Two=Creepa, Shaun, Stan,and D-Boy

Round 1 Shaun won (of course)against T-Jones
Round 2 Shaun won against Cee
Round 3 Stan won against Cee
Round 4 E6 won against Creepa
Round 5 TJones won against D-Boy

Cee Team Won!!!

The Reward
Winning team gets to a club and be VIP 4 the night.
Cee making out with some random girl in the club.
Tjones got him to get it together though.
Stan going crazy about women, he needs help!!!
Dboy starting drama with Cee trying to get him out the house.

Chapter Meeting
Shaun has the most black balls (4)
Up for elimination D-Boy, Shaun, and Stan

Shaun was eliminated.
Stan was eliminated.

BABY FIGHT

See more Olivia Munn videos at Funny or Die

Meet Da Bloggers~Teddy Cocoa, Esq.

Don't Do CD's But Here are my current Top Five Favorite Songs

First off, let's just accept that I like all the songs that the world likes. We all do, knowing that I agree with every other 25 year old black male tells you nothing. Here are the 5 of My Favs that set me apart.

Flobots- Handlebars - The more you hear it the deeper you can get into it. What strange is I actually cant ride my bike without handlebars, I like the balance.

Lip Gloss - Lil Mama - Rap that is innocent. I wish I had a little daughter used so she could hear this and bug me to take her to get some lip gloss. And darnnit, if her room is clean shed get it!!!

Heart of a Champion - Nelly - So many slept on this track yet it will always be one of my favs. Nothing better to get you pumped and ready to take on the world. Realize that championships are won internally long before the game even begins

Faint - Linkin Park - Best White Angst Song EVAR!!! "Don't turn your back on me..... I will not be Ignored...."

Boulevard of Broken Dreams - Green Day - If I were a superhero, this would be my theme. Being a wierdo, sometimes it feels like your walking alone....

Saul Williams talks with Metromix....



Saul Williams talks with Metromix about his album "Niggy Tardust" and how he feels about his song "List of Demands" being featured in a Nike commercial.

Marc Jacobs Fall '08



Check out the latest Marc by Marc Jacobs collection with bonus video featuring insider tips on how to take each look from the runway to the real world while grooving to the sounds that rocked his fall show. Shop the looks at saks.com!

Makes No Sense At All


It seems that some how we've managed to oversimplify ourselves as creatures, we tend to cast away, not necessarily the complexity of ourselves as individuals but we cant quite seem to grasp the complexity of another. It drives us to insanity trying to figure out how and why this person or that does or doesn't do this or that. I often find myself thinking: "Why on earth did they think that was a good idea? what were they thinking, I would have done this so differently, or that's just common sense, why would you do this to me!!!" almost blatantly disregarding how another in their own shoes have come to the certain action through their own level of understanding and translation. We all walk to the beat of a different drum but we all walk to the beat of some drum!

Let's see we got conga's, the frame drum, the tambourine,percussion, bongo, bass, snare, and I'm sure many more that i have forgotten. We are different in every way and we are brilliantly connected by our differences we are drawn to the vast extremes of our own personality constantly searching for balance, divinity, purpose...love. And to purposefully contradict myself I will venture to say that our simplicity is what indeed complicates us... We all want the same thing seeking for belonging, acceptance,success (what ever that means for you) and the ultimate which indeed is unconditional, undying love. How do we get to this with out reaching insanity how do we wait for something that seems so far out of reach? Faith indeed is the substance of a thing that is hoped for and the evidence of a thing not seen. How beautiful is that... To live in hope and expectation knowing that it already is through faith that it will be. sweet contradiction this thing called life, at surface one would say it makes no sense at all... but on the contrary it makes all the sense in the world. Give freely of yourself in love. To think outside yourself is the beginning of understanding.

Albums Out This Week!

Raw Footage- Ice Cube (I have no clue about this one)

The Illusion of Progress-Staind

Folklore and Superstition- Black Stone Cherry

Shwayze-Shwayze

One World- The Cheetah Girls (Im actually looking forward to this one!)

Meet Da Bloggers~Lee



Top 5 Songs(off the top of the dome):

"All Of Me" Joe Budden
+ From the mixtape/album Mood Muzik 3; This song has more quotable than most hip-hop albums

"Misery Business" Paramore
+ Really catchy and played well acoustically or in studio

"Munich" Editors
+ This song was the first I ever heard from them and gets heavy rotation everywhere

"The Pain" Murs
+ These lyrics alone sold me on the song:
"She looking at my boy who got two kids at home and/ I know how it goes, here's his number telephone and/ He does the girl's turf, and I know you're smelling on him/ But every b needs a dog, so I guess that's why you want him"

"I've Known the Garden" Res
+ If I didn't marry my lovely wife, I DEFINITELY would have been this woman's stalker... I had an unhealthy relationship with her music and her *cough* beautiful figure.

-Quote:


Life ain't a b, life is life and I hate it! - Joell Ortiz "125 part 4"

Artists You Should Know: Alice Smith

Hey yo!

I guess I should start off the official MinWe schedule with an artist I feel embodies what Lady Cola intended this page to represent…

I present to you ALICE SMITH



Her discography is only comprised of one album but this one album encompasses several different genres of music and doesn’t rely on being allowed any simple classification. Ms. Smith’s voice and fearless choices in composition make “For Lovers, Dreamers & Me” such a dynamic album.

Alice Smith @ Last.FM
Alice Smith @ MySpace





Live Performance of DREAM

Fake Is The New Real - Alice Smith

Identity Theft

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Stand Up 2 Cancer








STAND UP 2 CANCER MISSION

Working with the top experts in cancer research, Stand Up To Cancer is forging a new way to develop breakthroughs that will end cancer. We’re putting together the best and the brightest minds in cancer research – those on the edge of accomplishment – investing in their projects and taking the bureaucratic obstacles out of their way. We are building interdisciplinary “Dream Teams” of scientists, clinicians, technicians and other experts, who will focus on a specific cancer problem. We’ll track their progress in real time, so that everyone who invests can see how their participation is creating real change.

Funds will be administered by the American Association for Cancer Research, the largest scientific organization in the world focusing on every aspect of high-quality, innovative cancer research. Together with their scientific Blue Ribbon Advisory Committee, comprised of world-class scientists across several disciplines and patient advocates, the most promising projects will be identified.


GET INVOLVED TODAY

Death Race



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Terminal Island, New York: 2020. Overcrowding in the U.S. penal system has reached a breaking point. Prisons have been turned over to a monolithic Weyland Corporation, which sees jails full of thugs as an opportunity for televised sport. Adrenalized inmates, a global audience hungry for violence and a spectacular, enclosed arena come together to form the 'Death Race', the world's biggest, most brutal sporting event.

COMING....August 22nd.

Gingersnap-Pear Cheesecake



Real Simple

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 1/2 cups crushed gingersnaps (about 40 cookies)
2 small ripe pears (any kind), peeled, cored, and sliced 1/8 inch thick
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
16 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream, at room temperature

Heat oven to 350° F.

In a medium bowl, combine the butter and crushed gingersnaps. Press the mixture into a 9-inch springform pan, working the crumbs over the bottom and then up the sides. Bake for 20 minutes.

In a small bowl, toss the pears and ginger. Line the cooled crust with the pears, overlapping the slices slightly.

In a large bowl, with an electric mixer on medium, beat the cream cheese for 2 minutes. Add 1 cup of the sugar and beat for 2 minutes. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, and mix until combined. Stir in 2 teaspoons of the vanilla. Pour the mixture over the pears. Bake until the top is barely set but still slightly wobbly, about 50 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack but leave oven on.

In a small bowl, combine the sour cream and the remaining sugar and vanilla. Pour over the cheesecake and bake for 8 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

In Advance: Make the cheesecake and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Slice it just before serving, running the knife under warm water after each cut.

Yield: Makes 8 to 12 servings

NUTRITION PER SERVING
CALORIES 430(54% from fat); FAT 26g (sat 15g); CHOLESTEROL 100mg; CARBOHYDRATE 45g; SODIUM 316mg; PROTEIN 5g; FIBER 1g; SUGAR 31g

MIN W.E.ekend Review


Meet the Min We Bloggers (some of them at least)

Lots of New Comedy Up!! Check it out

Check out the Olympics Review

Catch up on the latest Episode of G's to Gents

Democrat and Republican Convention Preview

Find out about Old Boy

Why Lisa Bonet is the coolest?

Will Barras,Illustrator

Get Involved with UNICEF

OTHER BLOGS TO HIT UP THIS WEEKEND...
THA FEEDBACK

2 Ditzy Broads

Curious Tribe

EVERYONE EXPLORE THE WEBSITE AND SEE WHATS UP FOR YOUR VIEWING PLEASURES... WE SHALL RETURN ON MONDAY...

What to look Forward to Next Week......
More Comedy
More Sports
New Competition for the High Self Esteem Folks
More Stories

MIN WE LOVES YOU HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND

DAVID BLANE PART 2/3 .LOL.

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Olympics Review 8-15-08



United States G14 S12 B18 T44
China G25 S9 B6 T40
Australia G5 S7 B8 T20
Russia G3 S8 8B T19
France G3 S8 B7 T18

United States leads with most medals, but China still leads with most Gold.Nastia Liukin's all-around gold was a fairy-tale ending to a lifelong dream for her dad, who fell short at the 1988 Games Story Here

Sunshine by Teddy Cocoa




Sometimes the clouds, they grow dark, things get gloomy and the rain is coming, your losing hope and dont know whats gonna happen next, you were sure, and if not sure you were at least confident you werent fearful you knew you could face w/e.

and it hits you, not once, not twice, but thrice, and it seems like not only does shit happens, it always happens to you.

but even if you dont know it, you can reach out and maybe a hand will appear, maybe a voice will come through clouds, maybe hope is on the way.

thank you my angel, youve always been there, i dont think your hunch is right, but if it is, thx, if its not, at least i know your still shining bright

FERGIE?Spelling Bee?

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Will Barras, Illustrator


A hot UK artist you should check out is Will Barras. He is a great painter and illustrator with many pieces that just pop out at you.
CHECK OUT HIS WEBSITE

COMPLICATED SIMPLICITY

WASHED UPON THE SHORES OF DESERTED SANDS, FLESH FAILING DEEPER INTO A RECKLESS REALM OF DISCONTENT- SPIRIT RISES AND WALKS ALONG THE SEA- DRENCHED- HEAVY- WRINGING OUT PAST COMPLEXITIES AND CRAVINGS THAT CLING TO FORGOTTEN FLESH. RENEWED STRENGTH FOUND IN WEAKNESS - PERFECT LOVE FOUND FOUND IN LONELY PLACES- YOU ARE RIGHT WHERE YOU NEED TO BE TO RECEIVE TRUTH THROUGH FAITH - SIMPLICITY IS TO BELIEVE - POUR pAIGE

Olympics Review 8-13-08


United States G10 S8 B11 T29
China G17 S5 B5 T27
South Korea G6 S6 B1 T13
Australia G4 S2 B6 T12
Russia G2 S7 B3 T12

United States has the most medals right now, with China still in lead for most Golds, but US following right behind them.

FOR MORE NEWS CLICK HERE

Schedule
Wednesday, Aug 13

*Cycling - Women: individual time trial
8:00 - 10:00pm
NBC

*Diving - Men: 3m synchronized final
8:00 - 10:00pm
NBC

*Beach Volleyball - Women: USA's Walsh/May-Treanor vs. Norway's Haakedal/Toerlen
10:00 - 11:00pm
NBC

*Swimming - Finals plus USA's Michael Phelps in men's 200 IM semifinals (live)
11:00pm - midnight
NBC

*Gymnastics - Men's individual all-around (live ET/CT)
11:00pm - midnight
NBC

Meet Da Bloggers~Onetime


Onetime, 31
Top 5 Artist Im Feeling Right Now
1.Kanye West
2.Young Jeezy
3.Juvenile
4.Tre Songz
5.T-Pain.

Personal Quote
"Dont Let The Wheels Fool You"

ONETIME MIX

Meet Da Bloggers~SqadBoy



Sqadboy,23

Top 5 Songs Right Now
1. We Fall Down-Donnie McClurkin
2. Yesterday-Mary Mary
3.Now behold the Lamb-Kirk Franklin
4.Never Would Have Made It-Marvin Sapp
5.I Am Glad I Know You- SWCC
Sqadboy mix

3 WORDS THAT DESCRIBE ME

ATHLETIC TALL HELPFUL

Now Behold the Lamb - Kirk Franklin

WHY LISA BONET IS THE COOLEST


I just couldn't go through my whole blogging life without discussing one of the coolest women alive. The lady who when I was a kid, I wanted to change my name like (also a character on save by the bell with the same name),a lady that always walked on her own in a true weirdos type of way..... Im talking about Lisa Bonet. After a convo on twitter about Lisa Bonet, I just couldn't go anymore without doing a little something on this women. So I have compiled a list of why Lisa Bonet is the coolest woman alive.....

1. She was Denise Huxtable on the Cosby and A Different World! I mean you can't go wrong with that, she was a Huxtable, she dressed all cool and different. She is what made girls wearing boy clothing hot! She went to Hillman(okay maybe just on the show but it was so believable)

2. She was married to Lenny Krativz... I mean come on, any woman who can get HAWT Lenny Krativz to the altar must be something special. She even had a beautiful model daughter with him!


3. She is just so Bohemian... For those not in the knowing...The American College Dictionary as "a person with artistic or intellectual tendencies, who lives and acts with no regard for conventional rules of behavior.

4. There is a whole album dedicated to her! Its called, "Felt, Vol 2: A Tribute to Lisa Bonet"Woman Tonight ft Slug, Felt - Murs

5. Just look at her, Enough Said.



CLICK HERE TO SEE A EPISODE OF COSBY WHERE DENISE BEGINS TO DRIVE...

Meet Da Bloggers~Shercole Da Vashti


Shercole Da Vashti,25
My Top Songs
1.Black Barbie by Little Jackie- Its hawt and dyfunctional, I love it. I am the socialite.

2.Handlebars by Flobots- I can do anything!

3.Put on 4 My City by Young Jeeze Ft. Kanye West- I personally just love this song, it gets me pumped and feed my cocky side and love 4 my city!

4.Yea You by N.E.R.D.- Im just like obsessed with N.E.R.D.

5.Champion by Kanye West- I am a champion!

Bonus: Who's Gonna Save My Soul by Gnarls Barkley- Its just hawt, dysfunctional, and a good song about how people rip your heart out.


Quote of the Moment
Giving Up is way harder than trying!-Kanye West... Its just so true for me, you can't go through life not trying at least. Long as you make a valid attempt at what you want,there is meaning.

Shercole Da Vashti Mix

Santogold vs. Diplo: Top Ranking Mixtape


I've had this one for a while and I have a love affair with most things Santi graces so feel free to enjoy her recent mixtape with DJ extraordinaire Diplo who is known for his sick mash ups. Click the album cover to download .

This song has been playing in my Impala to work for two weeks straight!
Get it Up (Radioclit Remix) - Santogold, M.I.A., and Gorilla Zoe

Meet Da Bloggers~Paigewrite




Paigeswrite,29

Top 5 Songs
1. Gills and Tails - Amel Larrrieux - needing to come up for air, trying to survive in a foreign atmosphere learning to understand different survival skills under foreign circumstances - skin is growing scales - becoming a part of something new and different.

2. Die With Out You - PM Dawn - taking a chance with love, trying and never giving up on love.

3. The Word - Prince - most people don't credit Prince for his strong sense and song of spirituality, this song is ultimately encouraging and promoting being saved through the "Word" (Jesus)

4. Cosmic Girl- Jamiroquai - this is a fun funky song that makes me feel like i'm traveling through space with out moving - which happens to be the title of the CD.

5. Come Smoke my Herb- MeShell N'degecello - this is an invitation to come and learn my thoughts what moves me what is intoxicating to me those things that are deep to me that, I want to share so that you too can experience euphoria.

Paigewrites Playlist

MY QUOTE
I picked the following quote because I believe that this is what i need to hear right now, this will affirm what i already know to be true... that I can do all things through Christ and He has blessed me to do this task:

You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You are able to say to yourself, "I have lived through this horror. I can take the next thing that comes along." . . . You must do the thing you think you cannot do.
Eleanor Roosevelt

Movies You Should See: Oldboy (2003)



After being imprisoned for 15 years, Oh Dae-Su is finally released and finds himself still trapped in a web of conspiracy and strangeness. His own quest for vengeance becomes tied in with romance when he falls for an attractive sushi chef.

This film has just enough twists and still one of my favorite Korean films. I won't spoil the ending but will provide the IMDB link if you're just dying to find out. Trust me if you like an intriguing story with a SICK twist, this is the film for you!

Artists You Should Know: Esperanza Spaulding

How do you not love a sista with a curly fro, a silky voice and can play an upright bass!









Janelle Monae



Metropolis The Chase Suite~By Janelle Monae is hot yet short. I love the album, its what I like to call Alternative R&B. Janelle takes her smooth vocals and give her music a spaceage vibe. On the album you will find hot songs such as Mr.President and Smile. The album is 7 strong. It was only $4.99, so that was pretty hawt as well. Give it a try. Check her out.

Metropolis:The Chase Suite(Special Edition)

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Janelle MonĂ¡e is an R&B, Soul, and Futuristic Rock Wonder/Singer. Originally from Kansas City, Kansas she was first featured on the Purple Ribbon All-Star's Compilation Got Purp? Volume 2 in 2005. Her song "Lettin' Go," from this album became a cult hit and a fan favorite. Her next major feature was on OutKast's movie soundtrack for Idlewild, where she is featured on the songs "Call The Law" and "In Your Dreams." She was also featured in the video for the single "Morris Brown," with Big Boi and Scar.

Check out the website


Paris Hilton 4 President

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I think its hilarious

Olympics Review 8-12-08


As of 11:56PM
Check out Yahoo Sports For More
United States G9 S8 B9 T26
China G14 S3 B5 T22
South Korea G5 S6 B1T12
Australia G4 S2 B6 T12
Italy G4 S4 B2 T10


PHELPS IS THE MAN ENOUGH SAID!

United States still leads in most medals, while China still has most gold. USA Women's Gymnastic Team lost Gold to China, placing them with Silver medal due to some mistakes in their routine. Check Story Here
USA Men's Basketball Team, doing it up having a strong victory in Tuesday's Team B Game,with a score of 97-76, More to come from USA Strong Team Thursday. More Here


Schedule
Wednesday, Aug 13

*Softball - USA vs. Australia (live)midnight - 5:00am ET, 9:00pm - 2:00am PT CNBC

*Boxing - Light flyweight and heavyweight elimination bouts (live)
midnight - 5:00am ET, 9:00pm - 2:00am PT CNBC

*Volleyball - Women: USA vs. Venezuela 12:30 - 2:00am NBC

*Swimming - Semifinals 12:30 - 2:00am NBC

*Soccer - Men: USA vs. Nigeria and China vs. Brazil (live) 2:00am - noon USA

*Basketball - Women: USA vs. Mali (live) 2:00am - noon USA

* Canoe/Kayak - Whitewater canoe 2:00am - noon USA

*Table Tennis - Table tennis 2:00am - noon ET, 11:00pm - 2:00am PT USA

*Basketball - Women: qualifying-round games 2:30am - 2:30pm ET, 11:30am - 11:30 PT NBC Olympic Basketball Channel

*Volleyball - Women: Cuba vs. China (live)5:00am - 5:00pm MSNBC

G's To Gents Episode 5 Review


9 guys left.

E6 is still annoying, calling Kesan "Real Boy" all day, in reference to Pinocchio.

Mr. Bentley took them to a Gentleman's Club, where he was trying to see if they would resist temptations. But eventually a Dating Coach, by the name Candance Mckensie came out to talk to the guys about chivalry and communicating with women.

Creepa says chivalry is like Captain Hook..Priceless.
Tee was the only one who knew what it meant.

Kesan gave the teacher one rose, when dating coach talked about giving ladies flowers., of course E6 was hating.

They then had a role play exercise. Shaun volunteered first, it was based on personal space and convo with the ladies. Tee had trouble talking (poor guy). Stan went next, but he got on stage and started stripping. The teacher recognized he had a problem objectifying his self and women and that he needed to work on it.

That night they was to host a party for fans of Danity Kane. This was basically to test their chivalry skills. They had to set-up the party. Shaun just basically started walking around not doing much, but bossing everyone of course. And in true E6 fashion, he was the one to bring it up.

T looks all nervous trying to talk to the ladies in the beginning. Kesan is winning he talks to the older lady and being very chivalrous to her. Stan actually trying and being nice to a lady. Shaun was talking the women heads off. Creepa all over a chick, he just was horny lol. Stan was trying to be good, but the women kept calling for him and he let a chick do a body shot on him. Creepa was showing his muscles for a chick. T-Jones singing to women , he sung the National Anthem. Then Danity Kane came in. Cee got all the girls to sign a autograph for their fans (good move)

Then Bentley let it be known it wasn't a fan party and it was a test. So he then talked to the ladies. This what they had to say.....Liked Shotta, Shaun acted like he was at a corporate interview, T was sweet, Stan objectifying his self, Ladies thought Kesan was no where to be found, Cee was great as well as T

TJones won, I was happy for his SUSPECT self.

Later on.... Kesan was on the phone forever, Creepa asked politely for the phone,but Kesan was rude and all like naw Im on the phone with wifey, So Creepa went and chilled. Kesan then claimed he heard Creepa talking stuff, and yelled out to Creepa FU and some other stuff. Then at first they was play fighting, but then Kesan got serious. He basically got mad because Creepa hung up in his girl face and he looked like a punk. Then Kesan just started trippin hard and talking about everybody a target. He wasn't sleeping, carrying knives everything. Now everyone paranoid.

All the guys wanted to talk to Bentley about getting Kesan out the house, basically letting it be known he was threatening everyone, which Kesan confirmed. Then they talked as a group and no one was feeling him. So Bentley asked Kesan to leave because he couldn't trust him not to do anything. So No Chapter Meeting tonight. Plus KESAN walked out the door still talking noise.

Kanye West - Champion

'bout damn time he made a video for this song!

Kanye + Muppet + Olympics = Winner, winner, chicken dinner!

I'll Be Loving You Long Time Remix-Doctor Rosen Rosen

Olympics Review 8-12-08


As of 11:59am
United States G7 S7 B8 T22
China G13 S3 B4 T20
South Korea G5 S6 B1 T12
Australia G3 S2 B5 T10
Italy G3 S4 B2 T9

United States is in lead for the most medals, but China still leads with the most Gold, but USA is creeping up there.

New~ USA Men get the Bronze;No one thought it could happen! The showed them! Story Here

Schedule Tuesday, Aug 12

* Basketball - Men: preliminary-round games including USA vs. Angola (live)2:30am - 2:30pm ET, 11:30pm - 11:30 am PT NBC Olympic Basketball Channel

*Soccer - Women: preliminary-round games (live)5:00am - 5:00pm ET, 2:00am - 2:00pm PT NBC Olympic Soccer Channel

*Tennis - Women's second round: USA's Venus Williams vs. Czech Republic's Iveta Benesova 8:00am - noon ET, 5:00 - 9:00am PT USA

*Volleyball - Men: Serbia vs. Brazil 9:30am - 2:00pm ET, 6:30 - 11:00am PT MSNBC

*Weightlifting - Men: 69kg final 9:30am - 2:00pm ET, 6:30 - 11:00am PT MSNBC

*Tennis - Men's second round: Spain's Rafael Nadal vs. Australia's Lleyton Hewitt; Switzerland's Roger Federer vs. El Salvador's Rafael Arevalo 2:00 - 5:00pm ET, 11:00am - 2:00pm PT MSNBC

*Equestrian - Eventing competition: jumping 6:00 - 8:00pm Oxygen

*Beach Volleyball - Men: USA's Dalhausser/Rogers vs. Argentina's Baracetti/Conde (live ET, CT)8:00 - 10pm NBC

*Diving - Women: 10m synchronized final 8:00 - 10pm NBC

*Swimming - Men: 200m fly, 4x200m free relay. Women: 200m free, 200m IM (live ET, CT) 10:00pm - midnight NBC

Democratic/Republic Convention Previews

Democrat


Republican

UNICEF


*Excerpt from UNICEF
UNICEF is the driving force that helps build a world where the rights of every child are realized. We have the global authority to influence decision-makers, and the variety of partners at grassroots level to turn the most innovative ideas into reality. That makes us unique among world organizations, and unique among those working with the young.



NEW YORK, 6 August 2008 -- As the eyes of the world turn towards China for the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympic Games, UNICEF is taking the opportunity to focus attention on one of the country's most marginalized groups -- children affected by AIDS.

On 9 August more than 80 children affected by AIDS will be greeted by Olympic athletes and high-level government officials in the Great Hall of the People. The children are from seven provinces and have either lost parents to AIDS, or live with parents who are infected.