Lessons form 2 Great Shows

 

Lessons from 2 Great Shows

 

 

We all have favorite shows. I don't watch a lot of television, but there are a few shows that I enjoy. Did you know that you can learn valuable life lessons from television. There are some lessons I have learned from 2 great shows:

 

"Scandal"

 

This is my favorite show. What lessons have I learned from Olivia and her team?

1. Trust no one.

2. Keep your friends close and your enemies closer.

3. Decide what is important.

4. Love is worth fighting for.

5. People are only human. They make mistakes.

 

What invaluable lessons have I learned from these business sharks?

 

"Shark Tank"

1. Know the market for your product.

2. Know your product.

3. Always pay yourself.

4. Have a plan.

5. Know how much money it will take to make your product sell.

 

 

 

 



Monica Lewinsky in the News Again

 

 

Monica Lewinsky is in the news again. "Personal" items from Lewinsky's time as a White House intern are being auctioned off, and it is believed that they will bring a pretty hefty sum. Huh...Poor Monica, will she ever escape the Clinton Incident? I guess not. I will admit that I was wondering what had happened to the infamous intern that led to the impeachment of a president. In fact, I had recently done an internet search to see if she had married and settled down. No, she hasn't. Lewinsky remains single (And, there is nothing wrong with that!).

 

A smear was left on both Former President Clinton's life and that of Lewinsky. However, the former president has risen above the incident and he continues to be one of the nation's favorite president. Well, he is definitely one of my all-time favorite presidents!

 

As for Ms. Lewinsky, I wish her the best. I know it must be difficult to try to live a private life after such world-wide attention. 

 

Men and Food Stamps

 

The debate over food stamps rages on. Government official want to cut food stamps, regulate what people purchase with them, or make community service mandatory. Today, we were having a discussion about men and food stamps. Should men be allowed to receive food stamps? Is this an insult to their dignity or should they receive equal rights like women? 

Super Moon

Last night we experienced what they call a "Super Moon". The moon was extremely close to the Earth and it was full. I was very beautiful. I didn't get to get that great photo shot I was hoping for because it was too dark by the time it came up. I did get to take some pictures of the sun going down.

Paula Deen Fired from Food Network

The reign of the Queen of Southern Cooking has come to any end. Food Network recently announced that it would not be renewing Paula Deen’s contact when it expired at the end of June. Deen was a feature chef on the network for 11 years. She was known for her big smile, southern charm, and love of rich food. So, what could end such a glorious reign?

Paula Deen got her start with her catering business in 1989, The Bag Lady, which she ran from her home kitchen. Her next venture was The Lady and Sons Restaurant. Deen opened this restaurant in Savannah, Georgia in 1996 with her two sons, Bobby and Jamie Deen.  Like The Bag Lady, her restaurant was a success. The Lady and Sons gained nationwide attention when it received the “Most Memorable Meal” award in 1999 from USA Today.

Paula Deen’s next move was to begin publishing cook books. These too were extremely successful. They led to Paula’s introduction to television. She landed a spot on the Food Network in 2002. As a result, Paula Deen became a household word. It seemed nothing could stop this Southern belle’s reign over Food Network and Southern cuisine.

Deen’s downfall came after allegations of racism. The cooking star was accused of using racial jokes and slurs at her restaurant in Savannah. Deen recently admitted that she was guilty of the accusations. In response, Food Network decided not to renew the celebrity chef’s contact. 

As an avid fan of both the Food Network and Paula Deen, I am shocked to learn of the charismatic chef’s fall from grace. I would have never guessed that behind that beautiful smile was a darker side. I too am a Southerner, and I am also an African American. I know that using racism was a part of the era in which Deen was raised. However, I am shocked to learn of Deen’s behavior. I would have thought that in this day and time she was be above such behavior. There have been several African American guests on Deen’s show like Pat and Gina Neely. So, I wouldn’t have thought that she was a racist. Is she a racist or a victim of the times in which she was raised? Only Paula Deen can answer this question.

Should Food Network have fired Paula Deen? Some fans believe the famous chef should have been given a second chance. Others are in agreement with the network’s decision. I, for one, know that in order to protect themselves the Food Network could not keep Paula Deen after her admission. Would I have continued to watch her show in she had remained on Food Network? Although I loved her and her food, I have to admit I would not.

http://www.foodnetwork.com/paula-deen/bio/index.html

http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/gossip/paula-deen-issues-video-apology-racial-slur-article-1.1379262

 

Things We Do for Love

Today one of my friends admitted that she married her husband in a desperate attempt to get her ex-boyfriend to rescue her at the altar. Sad to say, this didn't happen. She got married just to spite her ex-boyfriend. Needless to say, she regrets it. I even know women who have faked being pregnant just to keep a man. Read:  http://www.helium.com/items/2345041-reasons-why-some-women-fake-pregnancies Would you do the same thing? What desperate measures have you taken to save a dying relationship?

Law of Attraction

We were having a discussion the other day at work about the things that men prefer. Most black women claim that they are not as attracted to lighter complexioned men. However, a few of us observed that men tended to have the opposite preference. Okay, we are women, so we can only go from each of our personal experiences. What do you think? Are black men more attracted to dark-skinned women or lighter skinned women. Or, does it matter at all. I would love to do an article on this. Let me know what you think.