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Saturday, July 12, 2014

Book Review: Mommy's Choice, by Scott Curtis McElhaney

Book Review: Mommy's Choice, by Scott Curtis

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When I received a copy of "Mommy's Choice" written by first time author Scott Curtis, I truly wasn't in the mood to read. But curiosity got the best of me, and I picked it up and read the back, and decided I needed to find out more. So I started reading. The next thing you know, it was nightfall and I couldn't put it down. I didn't want to go to sleep; I wanted to find out exactly what it was I was missing. So I read it, until I finished it that night.
 
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Scott Curtis really opens your eyes, and makes you think. Not many people can actually do that for you anymore with their writings. It has a very unique and unpredictable ending, to which one cannot really and truly write about, because it will ruin it for you, the interested party. You honestly need to grab yourself a copy, so you too- can be drawn in; unable to put it down, and open up your mind and heart!

The book helps you look and relate with the relationship between a Mother and Son, and as the title states, "Mommy's choice." The characters are really people you and I can relate to! It also can help you understand Christianity, and the need to have a relationship with our Lord.

This book is something everyone should read, especially teens. It will help you, to think before you make your choice. Perhaps this story just might touch the right person, or even persons, and help them through a tough decision that could change their life forever; it is in fact-an eye opening book, which you will not be able to put down! However, as with most anything, this book could possibly cause controversy within a crowd. The book is also written in the Christian format, and helps you relate to Christianity, and understand becoming and the need to be a Christian as well. It is truly a wonderful Christian Suspense Novel.


This book enlightens you on Childbirth, and Abortion, and choices. Truly, it is eye opening. And I truly mean, eye opening. Something you may never think about. And perhaps you should. Those who are Pro~Choice and Pro~Life, will definitely agree, this book needs given to the youngsters of today, to make them think even before they make mistakes. Just a thought, and a good one I might add. 

"Mommy's Choice" can be found at the following locations: www.Amazon.com, www.Target.com, www.BarnesandNoble.com, and Borders.com On a more personal note, I have found Amazon.com is always very descent with their pricing on just about anything! This is a small paperback- and this small paperback, had a huge impact on me! I give this book a ten on a scale of one through ten! Thank you, Scott Curtis-for a wonderful story, to open our minds, hearts and eyes, all in one read! God has truly blessed this writer with talent!
Published by Deneale K. Williams

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Opinion: Mythology, Science & Religion!

Mythology, Science & Religion:

Just my two cents.....

This was not published on yahoo voices, or Associated content. 

Written by Deneale K Williams


I've been wanting to start writing something like this for quite sometime, but haven't had the time. I also wasn't certain if I wanted to do it as a book, or what. But then I was like, a blog would be perfect, because then you could actually start a discussion, providing you could actually get others to respond; (crossing fingers!) 

You see, I like to watch these certain shows, and I've been watching them since I was really young. TV was about the only thing we were really allowed to do as kids, believe it or not. And as an adult, having Children every two years, and surgeries in between, (not just sitting on my rear doing nothing like some seem to think; including my own Children! Sorry, I just had to put that out there...) the TV is something you learn is always there. 
               

Also one of my favorite subjects in School was Mythology. Learning about the Gods, and what not. And then, as a teen on Channel 43, WUAB in Akron, Ohio; on the week ends every so often, there would be these old specials with "The Gods" involving Zues and what not. It was a rather old show then, trust me. It was so old, it was right when they learned, and I will tell you exactly what was on the screen: "Technicolor!" In other words, it was one of the first color Movies made. 
                                 

The point I'm trying to slowly, (obviously) get to here, is something I have came to notice over the years while watching TV shows, series, Movies and what not. I've noticed that a lot of them follow the same "idea" if you will, and not on purpose. It's like everyone knows, or believes the same thing.

So this has made me do some thinking, and in order to make you do some thinking too, I need to point out the things I've learned, so you can see and follow along. Then afterwards, maybe you too, will even see other things I've missed, or even disagree with me. Who knows.

I want to start with "StarGate SG1" one of my ultimate favorite series. I own the entire collection. Firstly, let me say, I give this show five of five stars, I just want to put that out there. 
                                 


Now then, with "StarGate" we learn of the Asgard. now mind you, you can argue about the spelling, some may spell it differently, it depends on you, but I looked it up. Now on "StarGate" I'm personally noticing these particular "Aliens" as looking like the ones the entire World describes as seeing in real life. Just think about that one. Point number one. 
                       

Changing subjects real quick, I would like to add a quick side note if you will. Regarding Aliens. If they weren't real, then tell me, why is it, 99% of the World describes them the same? If you're wanting attention wouldn't you describe "your Alien" to look like the ones from the Movie "Alien" with Sigourney Weaver?! I mean come on! Yet NASA and the entire Government denies everything, and these people have "returned" with odd pieces of metal in them, allegedly probed and what not, willing to be inspected and by our own Government to prove their own theory, only to be called "Liars" in the end?! Seriously? And yet, everyone's stories match.....you tell me.....who the liar really is with that one.

Ok back on the Mythology topic. Ok, so I've pointed out, that I personally think the Asgard's as seen in "StarGate" make a perfect match up with the "Aliens" people are claiming to have seen. 

The next subject I'd like to touch on, would be Thor. He is Asgard, but yet in the Marvel Comics Movies, he is a sexy hunk of a man. Loki, his brother, although we later learn "adopted" brother not a true child of Asgard, but a Child of the "Frost Giants!" These Asgardians look nothing like the Aliens portrayed in "StarGate", but still, we are reliving Mythology in this Movie as well. 
      

Thor on "StarGate" was nothing like the Marvel Comics Character, however he did have a hammer, and a planet that he derived it to trap Jaffa. Once in the cave with the Thor's Hammer trap there was usually no way out for the Jaffa, because they were incubating a Gua'ld. Death was usually the result, but if you've ever watched "StarGate" they always manage to save the team of SG1. In the end, they destroy the Hammer, ruining the plan of Thor and a place to rid the Jaffa of growing more God's. 

Speaking of God's, the theory on "StarGate" whereas the God's are snakes and need put into people? No, this I beg to differ with. Never in a million years would I ever see anything realistically 
Iike this ever happening. A snake type creature, is seemingly evil, which might be what they were hoping to portray here, since these Gods were/are in fact evil. For that matter, I don't recall an Apophis in the Mythology, but I could be wrong, and haven't taken the time to thoroughly research it as of yet, if I do I will update this later, and make a note of it.

Another thing I was thinking about the Mythological Gods. (This is where I'm going to irritate people to say the least, and putting it nicely!) In the Bible, (Pause for affect) God states as a Commandment: "Thou shalt not put any other God's before me!" Number one, I am going to touch on a number of bases here, so be prepared. And everyone knows that Science and Religion don't mix, so this is going to get touchy, but I need to get this off of my chest, it's been sitting here since I was like nine!

Number one, how did God know there were other Gods? And don't even feed me that crap where He meant idols and worshipping things. Nope, not going to work. And here's another, who says, (you're really going to like this one! Probably not!) but who says that the God speaking the Commandments wasn't Zues? Have you ever thought of that? I'll let you all think about what I've said for a few....because I'm not done....

Here's something else. Humans are far from perfect. You know it, and I know it. For that matter, I bet you can find typos in this blog if you look. Just making a point, I usually have typos somewhere, just saying. My point being, with that said; God is stating the Commandments and they are being written, on a concrete tablet. That in itself isn't easy. How many times have you lost your place when you yourself were reading or doing something? How badly would it freak you out to be talked to by a Spirit, or even a burning bush, per se? I mean, be honest. And then to scribe what you're being told onto concrete, yeah. You're not going to make any mistakes, you're going to be perfect, because God told you to. Here's hoping! 

Now don't get me wrong, I'm not slamming on the Bible, I'm not disagreeing with it, or anything like that. Don't go assuming. I am a Christian. I don't care what anyone says, Christians can wonder. I have been told, "A true believer doesn't wonder, that's called being a 'doubting Thomas!'" Whatever. I call it having an open mind, always wanting to learn and educate myself. 
      

There was more I wanted to add, but I feel I may have made enough people mad just by writing this entry, which was not my intent. So I guess I will end it here. Maybe I will just make a continuance later, if this entry doesn't cause me complications. I'm hoping it doesn't, I am honestly being an open minded, person, I truly enjoy learning, and educating myself, and sharing myself with others. I believe communication is the key to success, and with that, we can all grow. Therefore, I opened myself up to you all. 



Tuesday, July 8, 2014

Choices: The Right to Choose the Way You Want to Be!

Choices: The Right to Choose the Way You Want to Be!

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The World we live in today, is much different from many years ago. Or so it seems. And the way it came to exist, is because people became unafraid to hide the things they believe in, their thoughts and actions.
 
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Ages ago, people were more discreet. Afraid to speak their minds, afraid to open up, afraid to be honest. Today, we are a much stronger generation-willing to speak up, be heard, and recognized.
Is it a good thing, or is it a bad thing? It all depends on how you feel, because each of us has a different opinion.

No matter what we do, there is controversy. And no matter what we do, all people remember- is the bad.

With the way the World today has changed, we assume that ages ago- people weren't like they are now. And that is not necessarily true. The only thing different is that people were more discreet.
Perhaps you are wondering what I am focusing on? Just about everything.

For instance:

Native Americans used to smoke peace pipes.

Jews drank wine.

And most of all, "allegedly" Mary Magdeline was.....ah, but that's just a rumor?!

Today people get high several times a day, and in more ways than one!

Today wine is on menus, served with meals, and many of us enjoy a little drink now and then!

But the biggest controversy, the biggest complaint, is the sexual relations. People, whom are gay, and bisexual, are bigoted against. Made fun of, and judged.

People automatically label these people; point fingers and wrinkle their noses.

They don't bother to think perhaps something led them down that path. Maybe there is a justifiable reason. Instead, we criticize and make crude comments.

Quite some time ago, and on several different TV shows, I witnessed whereas a child was confused about their sexuality. The child was raised that being gay was wrong, but still had the desire to be with its same sex. Later, you learn that the child was born with both sexual organs, and the parent decides what sex they want their child.

Don't get me wrong, I am not making excuses. But what I am saying, however is

"Who are you to judge?"

I have a friend who is lesbian. She was abused by her Father, and several Uncles. She married at the age of sixteen, and was abused by her spouse. She later divorced, and then remarried again, only to be abused once again. Now you might be thinking, she liked it, or asked for it.

 Obviously not everyone knows what goes on behind the closed doors.

But this led my friend to a girl, and they started out as friends, comforting one another. Both girls were abused. They held one another, listened to one another, and helped each other through their personal struggles.

Eventually they both tried and furthered their relationship.

Through violence and hatred, they found one another. They are still together today, and are still happy today. They even go to church, and are living happy and normal lives.

I am not condoning, I am not saying it's right or wrong. I am however, saying that the Bible tells us not to judge, that it is God who will judge once we die, and at that time we will pay for our sins.
Agreeably, every Bible I have ever read says that marriage is the uniting of one man and one woman. And I have been to many churches, studied many religions.

But so long as the person you are "judging" is doing this in the comfort of their own home, living their life, not hurting anyone, why should it matter to you? No one is forcing it on you.

And as for those people who do and sell drugs, if they aren't forcing it on you, and your children-or anyone else's children for that matter-how are they hurting you? Now, if they are causing you problems, nightly rituals being noisy, and obnoxious-only then should it be your concern.

You have skeletons in your closet, whether you care to admit it or not. You are far from perfect yourself. There are things about you, which you might not want people to know.

Perhaps you smoke cigarettes around people, making them breathe in your second hand smoke. That isn't right, and you are forcing yourself and your actions on another person!

There are things you need to think about before you point your fingers. People have feelings, and they are all different. No two are alike, even if they are twins!

We have all been raised differently, taught differently, and learned and absorbed the World around us differently! That makes us all unique individuals!

I say that no matter what or who you are, so be it. It is your choice, and that is something we have here in America, the freedom of choice. We have the right to be who we are, nothing more, nothing less.

And I thank you all, for being you!
Published by Deneale K. Williams

Monday, July 7, 2014

My Insight on "Dahmer" the Video

My Insight on Dahmer, the Video

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I have decided to do my video analysis on Jeffrey Lionel Dahmer.
 
The reason for my choosing him as my video analysis is quite simple, and before you assume, I will explain. 
 
I have always thought of Jeffrey Dahmer as a very honest person, when asked questions he answers them, and he always accepts all blame, and never blames the way he is on his parents. 
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The other reasons are because he lived around me, in Ohio, and it became familiar with me, because it was always in the News Papers. 
 
A lot of people think that if you believe or support, or even understand Dahmer, that you are a hater of gays. That is not true with me; in fact it is farthest from my reasoning in trying to understand the man, the person behind the crime.
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Now let me tell you about the video titled "Dahmer" that portrays the life of this man. This man was a cannibal. The video portrays him as having family, and parental problems. When in fact, the interviews by Newscasters, and TV personalities Dahmer answered questions and point blankly said his parents didn't make him this way, and that he did not have an abusive childhood. The man continued to state that he was a loaner and that God had in fact led him to believe to focus on the gay men of society, as they were a danger. Dahmer admitted also in interviews that he had a taste and desire for human bodies.

The video plays out on this man being gay himself, having parental problems, and as being a complete and total basket case. Admittedly, yes, being a cannibal turns one's stomach. But in all reality, many native tribes have survived on eating other humans. How they did it, or why, is not known. They may have murdered the people, or ate them as soon as they died; no one is certain. I am not condoning this in any way shape or form. The cannibalism is not the problem with Dahmer, murdering people is. You may say, or think they go hand in hand, and that is your choice. But the true crime here is murder.

For years Dahmer survived on human flesh, and hid body parts in his freezer, and anywhere else he could find. When he was in Ohio, Dahmer hid the pieces and parts of the bones buried in the yard. This too, was public knowledge, because he later admitted to it.

In Nineteen eighty six, Dahmer was arrested for Lewd and Lascivious behaviors for urinating in front of children. He spent ten months in jail. In Nineteen ninety one, Milwaukee police saw a dazed man stumbling toward them, he had handcuffs on one wrist. The man informed them that Dahmer had tried to kill him. So they investigated it, to find Polaroid's of body parts, and mutilated corpses. In his freezer were lungs and various other body parts, which Dahmer said to the officers, that he was saving to eat later. At that time, there was also a head in the refrigerator and various other body parts all over, in total the Police claim to have found eleven bodies around this vicinity. Dahmer himself confessed to killing seventeen. He stood trial and was convicted on seventeen counts of murder, necrophilia and cannibalism. On November twenty eighth, Nineteen ninety four, Dahmer was attacked and killed in Prison.
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You want to know something that I was surprised and learned in this video. I was surprised how the video perpetrates him, blaming his parents, his Grandmother, and the whole nine yards. Dahmer chose to drink heavily, no one forced him. He craved the taste for human flesh, no one trained him, to force him to eat and or like it. The video makes him out to be gay, but Dahmer never admitted to being gay, he did however claim as he was being questioned that he knew they were a danger to society, that God had told him to use them for his cravings.

Yes, I admit I think he needed counseling, and proper teaching. Maybe his parents were in fact distant with him, maybe the fact that they divorced, made him feel guilty, or the cause- that is in fact common among children of divorcees. Before we could further investigate Dahmer, learn from him, do more research, and what not; another prisoner choose to end Dahmer's life.
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Rumor has it, that many inmates wanted Dahmer gone and out of there, because they didn't want to be his next meal ticket, and they didn't want an alleged "fag" around them. I feel Dahmer was misunderstood, all through his life, and yes the video does represent that this was fact. I happen to agree with that factor, just not how the video portrays and points you to think and lay blame.
You also want to know how this video relates to our class and real life. I can tell you, no one likes cannibalism, and or they don't understand it. It is thought of being gross, and yes- I agree. Dahmer woke a lot of people up, when he was discovered and found out to be a true criminal. He had been a lot of places, and there were traces of him and what he had done through out.

One thing that always makes me think, when it comes to criminals, is their stupidity. How could he or anyone else think, that they wouldn't eventually get caught? He left evidence in plain sight, he was not organized, he was not careful. He didn't think before he acted, and sometimes I wonder if he, and any other criminal for that matter-want caught.

Because they cannot stop on their own recognizance. Dahmer was extremely careless, and that was because he point blank- did not care.

Inside of every criminal there is or was at one time, a real person. The key is to find out what went wrong, and try to fix it. Yes, I am certain that there are times and places, where fixing may not be possible. As with Manson, he admitted- let him out, and he will do it all over again. At least he was honest. That's more then you can say for most criminals.

Here is the list of the murders caused by Dahmer. And in my honest opinion, I think this list is incomplete. I have always thought that there were others. How could the man possibly remember every person? Especially if he was insane? Anyway, here is the list of his victims:

Victims:

  • Jun 1978 - Stephen Hicks
  • Sep 1987 - Steven Toumi
  • Oct 1987 - Jamie Doxtator
  • Mar 1988 - Richard Guerrero
  • Feb 1989 - Anthony Sears
  • Jun 1990 - Eddie Smith
  • Jul 1990 - Ricky Beeks
  • Sep 1990 - Ernest Miller
  • Sep 1990 - David Thomas
  • Feb 1991 - Curtis Straughter
  • Apr 1991 - Errol Lindsey
  • May 1991 - Tony Hughes
  • May 1991 - Konerak Sinthasomphone
  • Jun 1991 - Matt Turner
  • Jul 1991 - Jeremiah Weinberger
  • Jul 1991 - Oliver Lacy
  • Jul 1991 - Joseph Bradeholt
References:

"Dahmer" the video a Peninsula films production. Rated R 102 minutes long
Published by Deneale K. Williams

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