Adam Lambert: The man of the hour

So Adam Lambert has caused yet another "controversy" on ABC with his sexually explicit performance on the AMA's earlier this week but why? Lambert has stated in several interviews that he feels it's a double standard and sited the many instances where female performers have done similar things in their televised shows and nothing was said or done as a reprimand. Let's not mention the millions of performances where male singers are groping and kissing the female fans and dancers on stage and no one says a thing.

I know everyone remembers Madonna tongue kissing Britney Spears at an award show several years and while it sparked some controversy, it's nothing like the backlash for Adam Lambert. So is there a double-standard for gay and straight entertainers? I think so. Madonna made no apologies and Adam shouldn't either. He has been very outspoken about his lifestyle and seems very comfortable in his skin. I'm amazed that in 2009, major TV networks still appear to be more conservative than their viewing audience. Sure, they received phone calls and emails but how many really? I mean come on, I saw the performance and while I was shocked I was far from offended. There are far worse things on TV that I need to complain about and Adam Lambert kissing a boy on stage isn't one of them. I feel he is being condemned for being a Gay man, period and it isn't fair. While I may not agree with his lifestyle, he has a right to his choices.

This is why some people shouldn't be allowed to reproduce

The story of 5 year Shaniya Davis just proves my point on why some people aren't fit to raise an ant farm let alone a child. While I will not go into details for fear of becoming physically ill, 25 year old Antoinette Davis reported her 5 year old daughter missing amidst reports that she allegedly prostituted her daughter out for money. The beautiful little girl's body was found today in Fayetteville, NC. I don't know what makes me more sick, Davis selling her daughter for sex or someone actually paying for sex with a 5 year old when you have women that sell their bodies willingly.

I am a true believer that some women are just simply unfit to have children. If you know you are one of those people, do the world a favor, either keep your legs closed or learn how to use a condom. How many more examples of the supremely unfit do we need? Susan Smith, Andrea Yates, this Antoinette Davis b****. I mean really? I know we can't take them all out and shoot them in the streets ( although I don't see why not), but you can't tell me that the people around these females ( I won't dare give them the respect of being called a woman) couldn't see the signs. And people ask me why I'm in favor of the death penalty. Do I need to say more?

Is Chris Brown the only one at fault??

I told myself I wouldn't address the Chris Brown and Rihanna situation but I lied. Everyone is talking and voicing their opinion so here's mine. First let me say that I in no way condone domestic violence on a female or male. So with that being said, I would like to know how much responsibility does the victim need to take? I'm sure it's easy to say Rihanna is in no way responsible for what happened but is that really true. If I'm understanding her verbiage correctly, this wasn't the first time their verbal altercations turned physical. So why stay in this relationship? Love is one thing but stupidity is another.

Everyone makes mistakes and their celebrity in no way erases that fact. While most of the blame should fall on Chris Brown (especially since he witnessed this type of behavior in his own home as a child), shouldn't Rihanna accept some of the blame as well? We have all heard the stories of women being beaten to death by their partner only to find out this wasn't the first time the violence happened. At what point can we say, enough is enough and the get the hell out of there.

Again, it's probably easy for me to say this from the outside looking in (thank God for that) but I wonder how hard is it to leave an abusive partner, especially with no children involved. Don't we owe it to ourselves to put our safety first. If he hits you once, statistics say the chances are very high that he will hit you again. The ending rarely changes and that's the sad part. Is Chris Brown at fault? Sure he is. Has he really changed? Who knows, only time will tell. A man should never hit a women, but a woman shouldn't stay around long enough to see him make a change.

H1N1 virus hasn't improved personal hygiene!!ugh

Just another example of why people make me sick, literally. The H1N1 virus is real and people are dying. So please tell me why some of my co-workers insist of leaving the restroom without washing their hands. By my account, this building is probably swarming with all types of bacteria and viral infections simply because people don't bother with personal hygiene. I just don't understand it. Please be nasty on your own time, don't force your poor habits on others. PLEASE PLEASE WASH YOUR HANDS...someones life may depend on it. Okay the rant is over and I'm done with this one for now. :)

No female attire for Morehouse Men and I'm glad

So Morehouse College has officially told their all male student population that you are required to dress like a man while on school grounds or functions sponsored or in association with the institution. What's the problem with that? Shouldn't men want to dress like men? Why all the controversy? Some say it's discrimination of gay people and shouldn't be tolerated. That's a bunch of bull. Being a gay male does not equal dressing like a female (i.e. dresses, skirts, purses, high-heeled shoes, etc. ). This is ridiculous. In my opinion, this policy in no way invades a person's right to a certain lifestyle(who you sleep with is your business), but yet holds you to tradition of being positive role models and carrying yourself like a man should. I'm sorry a man in a dress and high heels is not my idea of what I would expect in any man, and especially not a Morehouse man.

Morehouse college has a rich tradition of teaching men(not just African-American) how to carry themselves and to be productive members of society. Sure some may fall through the cracks, but for the most part being a Morehouse Man is something special and has been for years. This schools has a "right" to uphold those standards they hold dear and deem necessary for success. Apparently men dressing like women while on campus isn't one of them nor should it be.

HouseHusbands of Hollywood

While I try to stay as far away as possible from "reality" shows, I do tend to find one or two that catch my attention from time to time. My newest reality vice this year has been Fox Reality Channel's "Househusbands of Hollywood". The premise of the show is to basically follow the day to day lives of husbands/significant others where the female is the primary bread winner. The show features:

• Billy - former professional Baseball player with the Dodgers and husband to a Hollywood make-up artist and father of two beautiful girls.
• Danny - newlywed, aspiring actor, now supported by his wife whose an Attorney (who works too much) and father to 2 Pugs.
• Charlie - Actor, whose wife is a psychologist is a father of one and a has served time in prison (He's also a friend of Ryan O'Neal).
• Grant - Former marine/actor whose the husband of a LA TV Personality and dad to Ruby.
• Darryl - Actor best known for his role as Ron on "A Different World" and partner of 16 years of Tempest Bledsoe(Vanessa Huxtable-"The Cosby Show").

There are several reasons why I like this show but the most important one is the relationship that is shown within their families as well as one another. I'm sure it's not easy to be known as a Mr. Mom, but in reality most of these men are just that. They take care of their households, support their partners, and still manage to carve out time to bond and support one another. This show gave me a different perspective on men that stay at home and how the family dynamic is affected. I'm not sure my husband could handle staying at home full time with our daughter while I work. (I'm honestly not sure how I would handle it either). The show has a lot to offer and grows on me more and more each week. Check it out on Fox Reality Channel, Saturday nights at 10:00 pm.

Philadelphia planning to close all public libraries Oct. 2

I thought I was hearing things on Tuesday when I heard a news report stating the city of Philadelphia was closing all public libraries. As I continued to search online newspapers, I found that the story was indeed true. I cannot believe this. As an avid reader and lover of books, I was outraged. I was even more outraged to learn that this wasn't necessarily due to lack of funds but rather the failure of the State Legislature to pass a budget. OMG..are you kidding? This is the most ridiculous thing I've heard in a long time and I've heard some pretty stupid things in my life.

The Public Library isn't only a place where any citizen can check out a book for free, or read a magazine, they serve a more important role in the community than some people realize. Here is a list of some of the services a public library offers:

• Access to computers for children that may not have access to one at home
• Computer classes
• After school programs
• Various programs for adults
• Story Time for young kids

Public libraries are vital to the development of our young people. In a nation where our educational system is already lacking from that of foreign lands, how can any government entity think this is reasonable solution to solving a budget crisis. I'm truly aware the economy is in a rough state at this time. That's why it's more important than ever for these institutions to remain available as a community resource. Maybe the city of Philadelphia should cut some of those high salaries in your government starting at the top and have few fundraisers, be creative. The future of our nation could depend on it.