Date : October 18th, 2009Category : Music, Venues-ComplexesAuthor : Fred Curtis
SHOUT! Radio Services, a major sponsor of VilleRadio.com and MafiaConnections.net, were getting ready to announce the release of ACN (All Countryfied Network) and just out of couriosity I decided to listen to local Louisville Radio Stations on the Internet. The major player in the market is WAMZ with their comercial free Country Music Stream.
I was truely amazed at what I found. They have a GREAT website with tons of information and I was mezmerised by the flash presentations. I thought to myself, why in the world would SHOUT even dare to challenge a presence as huge as the Clear Channel owned WAMZ? Are they out of their minds?
In my excitement I decided to have a listen to their stream and clicked on the listen link and actually had all my questions answered at one time. LOL. The first thing I noticed was they only stream at 32kbps, which is very low quality, but allows them more listeners at one time. Ok, I can agree with that philosphy and figured with the low bandwidth stream I would get a worry free listening experience. I turned on their player and my gosh, the buffering was horrible! I thought maybe it was just a busy time of night so I left the site to return after midnight for a final test. Would you believe I got the buffering again at 2:00 AM?
Why would a company the size of Clear Channel allow their network to be aired in such crappy quality? Don’t they know Internet Radio is the wave of the future?
Well, I clicked on the link in the SRS Toolbar for their new CM Station. Streaming in digital quality at 128kbps, it was crystal clear, commercial free and just amazing quality! SRS is still building the station but I gotta tell ya, it is awesome just the way it is.
I contacted the Network Staff at SRS to get a few questions answered. I spoke with KJ who gave me some great insight into what their network is really about. I was Truely Amazed at what he had to say.
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Date : January 2nd, 2010Category : Actors-Actresses, Art, Artists-Painters, Beat Makers & DJ's, Comic Book Artists, Composers, Country Artists, Directors-Producers, Events, Fiction Authors, Graphic Artists, Groups, Hard-Soft-World Rock Bands, Journalists, LaFamilia, Meditation Music, Models, Music, Music For Review, Music Promoters, Music Reviews, Music Videos, Non-Fiction Authors, Paranormal, Poets, Publishing, Screenwriters, Tatoo Artists, The Music Connexion, Theatre & Television, UncategorizedAuthor : The Hit Man
Hello everyone. I hope the holiday season did you well and your new year started off right. If it didn’t, I hope you were able to sleep through it, ha! I wanted to take a moment to let everyone know that the reason the content has not been added regularly has nothing to do with the holidays. I have sprained and fractured my left ankle, caught 2 nasty computer viruses where I had to wipe all computers and my external hard drive and also fought a 17 day nasty cold/flu. Please, no violins.
I’ll have you know that I will be adding content again shortly but I am also excited to announce a project I am going to start backed with support by Shout! Radio Services, AcousticAlternative.com and a trio of good samaritans. It is going to be an arts and entertainment convention focusing on artists of all genres all over the nation, starting first in Louisville, KY. Not only will this allow artists to showcase their talent it will also aid them in a successful resume with promotional opportunities next to impossible to find in one place.
Stay tuned for more information on this. I’m just awaiting the final website design. This is a real deal, not some fly by night idea. I’ll stake my entire reputation on it. In fact, it’s coming together so nicely that I am positive God has a hand in it! So happy 2010 everyone and remember, together we and 2010 can accomplish anything!
One for all,
Daniel C. Morrison
aka The Hit Man
Date : December 5th, 2009Category : ParanormalAuthor : The Hit Man
Ladies and gentlemen, boils and ghouls, this week’s PARANORMAL SPOTLIGHT introduces you to Andy Chappell’s team, EMERALD VALLEY PARANORMAL in the great Junction City, Oregon. Go Ducks indeed!
Without adding a bunch of mumbo jumbo this time I’ll get straight to what
EMERALD VALLEY PARANORMAL wants you to know via the very fine, Darc…
“My sister, Heather and I were raised to see this world around us with an open mind. Heather, myself and my parents are regularly visited by my deceased grandparents, among others. I can not speak for the rest of our family because to be honest… we just don’t talk about it. Not because it is weird or frightening, but because it happens all the time. It is common place. We may say, “oh grandma stopped by today to say hi.” Or “Grandpa shuffled through.” I know in my house we have the spirits of two of our cats that still climb up on the bed with me on occasion. Is this the reason for our “interest?” No, not really. My parents have had encounters with the paranormal since they themselves were small. Their families (aunts, uncles, grandparents, etc.) were also interested in the “paranormal”. A great grandmother used to read tea leaves and Tarrot. I have relatives who can see the departed and communicate with them. So, with our family it is more of a way of life than an “interest”.
My husband, Andy, was raised the same. He has lived in two very haunted houses so far. Between him and his family and his friends Andy has accumulated possible haunted locations spanning 6 generations in our local area. Some have been debunked already but we are still working on others. He has had numerous UFO sightings himself as well as with others. He is not only interested in ghostly happenings but he is also interested in what is going on in our skies.
The three of us have ran around for what seems like forever chasing down stories our friends told us, about this place or the other. Over the years have come life changes such as kids, new jobs, school. We would end up too busy in our personal lives to run around visiting “friends” but we always come back. This is a life long commitment whether we are investigating every weekend or three times a year. We are always out there. We started out with us and a notepad then discovered pictures. We haven’t ever caught anything you could call paranormal until this last year. We formed EVP
to be able to help others. So they would know they could call us and count on us. We do not claim to have all the answers but we will find the answer for you. We are down to earth and easy to talk to.
We have a different take on the world of the paranormal. To us there is nothing abnormal about feeling a cold spot in the middle of a room or to hear something moving around the house or have that feeling like you are not alone in a room when you are at. This is the way it has ALWAYS been. We didn’t have just one experience that got us hooked. We aren’t out looking for our first experience. We aren’t out to prove anything. There is no having to prove anything. We know they are there. We know that death isn’t the end. It is when you are to this point, where the guessing is all done and the strong belief is there, that you can start asking the more important questions. Why?
We, as a group, are far more relaxed. We are not in a race. We use equipment we feel comfortable with using. We try to keep our equipment simple but do have dreams about using a few things. We try to stay consistent. We do not have “protocols”because when things heat up on an investigation most of those fly out the window anyway. We also believe in full disclosure. If we are finding “dust particles” we put them up. Not to show as “orbs” but to show what was caught; paranormal or not. We do not disclose all locations mainly because we already have a problem with folks destroying our historical sites in our State. We do not want to add to the problem by putting out the name. Now if you are a legit investigative team and want to go to that specific location you can contact us and we will tell you everything. Location, activity, hot spots on location…the whole nine yards. We will even share what evidence we have caught so far. We feel that teams who are territorial about locations have no place in the field of the paranormal.
How are you to be believed in what you are finding if others have not gone and experienced the same or better? Maybe they will not find anything and that is great too. Maybe all you are finding isn’t what you thought. That is one of the major reasons we joined a unique forum by the name of International Paranormal Investigators and have been named the IPI Representative for Oregon. We do believe in helping out your fellow investigators while trying to educate the public. IPI is a place for all to come together to share, learn, grow and make lots of new friends who feel the same as you do.
I guess you could say in the end, that we are all just regular folks. We are raising kids, working hard, and in our spare time we visit folks others think are long gone. However, we know not all are. We visit with them and try to help them if we can. Some enjoy you visiting while others want no part of you being there.
EVP plans on being around for the long run. We may not be on TV (actually we don’t want to be), nor will be featured in tons of articles as some groups but we will quietly be in the background helping people as well as other groups out who need it.”
Sorry guys, but you got into an article anyway 
This team might be a small, close knit team but their fingers are very long. Actually, they’re reach is very long (I haven’t seen their fingers.) You can check out any one of these sites to get more info on this wonderful team.
http://www.emeraldvalleyparanormal.com
http://www.myspace.com/emeraldvalleyparanormaljc
http://www.myspace.com/ipi_oregon
Remember, when you visit let them know that Daniel sent ya!
Date : November 21st, 2009Category : Hard-Soft-World Rock Bands, MusicAuthor : The Hit Man
I am honored to introduce to you a kick ass rocker known as Chris Caffery from New York City, NY. This highly rated lead guitarist has a very versatile music ability. I get in the mood to do something adventurous and cool when I hear this so in my mind if I was setting out to go out on a ghost hunt this would motivate me to gather the energy I needed. Who wouldn’t want to run out and do something exciting after hearing the music he is responsible for?
Remember when rock used to be punchy and fun? Not that it’s not today but in the late 80’s and early 90’s some guitar riffs and leads just had a certain something. Lyrics also had fun, humor and seriousness all wrapped in one. In my opinion, that’s what sets Chris Caffery apart from the rock bands of today. You’ll probably recall bands from the recent past just hearing Chris and his band. What is extra cool about this good natured guy is that he plays lead guitar for the band Savatage, and has played lead guitar for the Trans Siberian Orchestra, one of my sister’s favorite bands. You can’t deny the smokin’ leads in those songs, Christmas related or not.
I do encourage you to check out my friend Chris and his unique variety of musical talent by going to his myspace page at myspace.com/chriscaffery or better yet his website www.chriscaffery.com. You can also buy his cool stuff there as well. This man has so many cool experiences and success I couldn’t possibly sum them up any better. So I encourage you to please check his sites out today. If you don’t feel like clicking I will quote his impressive history that can be found on his myspace page myspace.com/chriscaffery. So here it is in all its quotable glory… “Thanks to all who have visited here and welcome all who are new! This is Chris Caffery’s official music page, not a fan page. I personally take care of things here. I want to let you know that I do read your messages, however it is difficult for me to respond to each one so please be patient…if it is important send another and mark it 2nd attempt! I am the only one who handles this page at the moment, I do try to comment personally to all of your requests. Some die to the all mighty cyber gods…sometimes I am just too frickin’ busy. I encourage all bands to visit and promote here. I consider this place to be our own world-wide record company. FUCK the suits who say your music is not good enough. If you believe, I believe! I do try to leave personally addressed comments so, if you wish to promote yourself here at least take the time to show me your appreciation!
I did some European and American touring in support of “Faces” and “WARPED”. The European tour was in support of the legendary Metal Church. The US was a 3 band bill consisting of Jon Oliva’s Pain and Ripper Owen’s new band Beyond Fear. It was great to get out and play my solo stuff live. “Pisses Me Off” is always the crowd favorite!!!
In addition to the bands I listed I have recorded with or written songs for many bands and artists including Circle II Circle, John West, Joe Lynn Turner, Metalium, Eidolon, Jon Oliva’s Pain and more…For a complete list of my discography visit this page. http://www.chriscaffery.com/discography.htm I have also had a few special guest appearances in many friends DVD’s including Cradle of Filth and Doro! In Summer of 2006 I did a brief tour playing guitar in the reunion of the band Spread Eagle. They are good friends and the tour was a lot of fun!
On February 8th of 2006 I entered the studio to begin working on my new CD “Pins and Needles”. The European release date was March 23rd 2007 on Metal Heaven Records. The US release was June 5th on Locomotive Records. The 2006 TSO tour was tremendously successful. We performed for over one million people!! I played a couple shows in Germany this February as a special guest with Doro. Then I played a couple guest solos on the new CD by Jordi Sandalinas in Sweden. I returned to Europe for the first leg of Pins dates in April. The tour was with Kotipelto, featuring Timo the singer from Stratovarius. I remained in Europe to play lead guitar for Doro at a couple festivals. I also played the rest of her 2007 tour dates thru Sept 1st including the US run in June! My band opened the US tour as well! Double duty! I recently produced vocals in Italy for the band Merendine Atomiche. As I write this it is February 2008. I am writing for my next CD which I have not decided on a name for yet. I am also writing for the new Doro Anniversary CD and some other projects. I don’t sleep much! Thanks for all of your friendship and support!!!
Chris”
Thank you Chris, I look forward to watching you bounce like a rocking tigger for years to come!–
the Hit Man
Date : November 15th, 2009Category : Hard-Soft-World Rock Bands, MusicAuthor : The Hit Man
Question: What do you get when you mix passion, positive reinforcement, solid lyrics, soaring rhythms, heavy rock and neck strain from saying “whoah, I like that”? You get
TRUST DIVIDED. I’m talking about the newest band from Louisville (or Jeffersonville, IN more appropriately.) Let’s get a little inside info on this talented group of rockers, shall we?
TRUST DIVIDED is comprised of a group of experienced and serious minded musicians, two of which met through the U.S. Coast Guard in Louisville. Knowing that it takes hard work and dedication TRUST DIVIDED set a course that has picked up a quick, steady pace that resonates well with the public and seasoned bands such as REV THEORY. So much so, in fact, they quickly scored a gig where they get to open up for them. In just four months they have recorded five songs in a respected, high quality studio, garnered a wealth of positive feedback and easily have booked many concerts.
What is extra cool about Bradford and David is the fact that they are in active duty. “Due to The Military we find ourselfs having to transfer every three to four years, which makes this even more of a challenge for our band,” says David. “Our goal was to come out very professional with a good sound that we hope people enjoy listening to.”
I, personally, find that remarkable and inspiring. I’ve listened to four of their songs and agree that TRUST DIVIDED has a powerful sound with positive lyrics. What adds even more flair to their dedication is the fact that all of the members are married, getting married, have children, and have children on the way. David says, “When we put a song together we always keep that in mind because we want our children to be able to listen to our music. We dont have as much time as most other bands so we are doing everything we can in the little time that we do have. “
Isn’t it cool to see this kind of heart and determination with talent to boot? I think so. Therefore, I pulled out my unique list of interview questions and had them get to it. TRUST DIVIDED, you’ve been marked.
Hit Man: What made you choose the name Trust Divided?
Trust Divided
Individually, we all have reasons for the name, but as a whole, we selected the name because of how much we base our music on trust. After a few months of playing together, we realized the effort and reliability each individual put towards this band. And trust me; it takes a ton of hard work and dedication when you’re involved in music. Each of us plays a vital role in creating our music, so we chose the name in resemblance of dividing that trust equally amongst each other, our families, and God. None of us can do this on our own. That is why we put a big emphasis on trusting each other, God, and those who support us to give us the strength to pursue not only a career but a dream in playing music.
HM Being part of the Coast Guard is awesome and I want to thank you for serving our country and helping those in need. Is pursuing a musical career something that spawned early on or did it happen during your active duty?
TD For Bradford and David, they both agreed it was an interest of theirs way before they even decided to join the Coast Guard. David describes that since he can remember, he had a passion for music due to the impact his father had on him. Charles Payne was a professional drummer for 50 years and for a few of those years, David was a roadie for him and was inspired from there on. Bradford was always involved in singing in the choir throughout high school, but was never really inspired to pursue a career in music until his senior year when he learned how to play guitar and joined his first band.
HM I totally believe in music as two major identities. One: it is a great way to express feelings whether good, bad, love, hate, etc. Two: Lyrics are often times the most important instrument in a song. You believe in this theory. What ways do you hope your lyrics will influence people?
TD We definitely believe that lyrics play a key role in each song, but we don’t believe they make a song. Everyone in this band agreed that in order to create/write great music each instrument is equally important, because each instrument compliments one another. However, we believe that lyrics can be the deciding factor on whether that person is drawn to our music or pushed away, which leads right into answering the second question. There’s a hope that lyrics will give people a since of good and pride about themselves, an inspiration if you will. We base our lyrics on biblical principles, and by doing that, we want to provide to those listening a sense that there is hope in this world. A hope that encourages and gives them faith to believe they have a purpose-driven life. We want to be that spark that lifts people up and inspires them to live a Godly life.
HM Have you ever actually tried to divide trust?
TD Basically, with this question you have divided us all, so now you’ve been marked
haha. We’re just kidding, but seriously, yes, in the past we have, and for each of us it never turned out good.
HM What’s one thing you would never trust?
TD Well, we each of us had our own, so we figured we would write down a few: Temptations of this world, public restrooms, rotten tomatoes, Satan, and a flat tire because it won’t fill up with air.
HM What is one of the coolest experiences you’ve had so far in life with music?
TD This differs for all of us, so I will list them individually.
David: Being able to see his father play with a variety of professional acts and the opportunity to play with Rev Theory.
Jamie: Gaining support from his loving wife, getting lessons from his mentor Jeff Guernsey, and meeting Joe Satriani.
Bryan: Cherishes every chance he gets to play.
Bradford: Meeting Ben Burnley from Breaking Benjamin, Jon Sumrall from Kutless, and basically just having the opportunity to perform on stage and influence others with music..
HM Your success is happening faster than anyone I’ve met so far in the local scene. Do you think this has something to do with having no interest in the women, drugs, alcohol, etc.? What I mean is, looking at music as fun is number one but having a mental focus directed towards business instead of mostly pleasure seems to a better idea. Am I close to right?
TD Yes, as we mentioned before, we all are married or going to be married and have families. This has a big impact on how we live our lives and how we present ourselves as musicians. We place God and family first before everything else and we don’t want anything to hinder that relationship with either one. Don’t get me wrong, we love to have fun and some of us do drink, but we all have seen or been apart of bands where the drugs and alcohol ruin the music. All we can say is, it is awesome to know that each member has his priorities straight and is willing to put time in the business side of things. The more dedicated we are, the more it will be worth it in the end.
HM As fast as possible, list a few things that rhymes with trust.
TD bust, crust, must, lust
HM Now do the same for divided.
TD provided, delighted, collided, misguided, confided
HM Was that odd or what?
TD Well, for some of us it was, but for others it was very entertaining.
HM What song in your repertoire means the most to you and why?
TD This question also is different amongst us.
Bryan – Loves all of them
. lame.
Jamie – Autumn Falls – The passion this song puts forward in all aspects of the music and the lyrics, of course, I wrote this song while my wife was with me and that had a huge impact on me for this tune as well.
David – Autumn Falls because he knows that if that was his wife he would be willing to give up his life just to see her again.
Bradford – Cleansed because this relates to how miserable our lives can be when we try to handle everything ourselves whether it be struggles, temptations, etc. It is a song that is really about finding the Savior who gives us that hope and encourages us to lead a great life even though we struggle day to day.
HM What are some of your biggest influences as far as bands, singers, etc.?
TD There are a variety of influences, so here we go: Danny Carey, Jeff Guernsey, Charles Payne, Neil Peart, Zakk Wylde, Kirk Hammett, Jim Morrison, Dimebag Darrel, Creed, Breaking Benjamin, Demon Hunter, Rob Zombie, Chevelle, Brandon Boyd, Alter Bridge
HM Which band would you like to slap someone for saying you sounded like?
TD Slipknot, Chris Daughtery and Foreigner
HM Ok, here’s where I let people know where to go to get more information on Trust Divided and where they can hear your music. Plug away!
TD Our music can be heard at http://www.myspace.com/trustdividedmusic,
our facebook page
here,
and at
www.ilike.com and search for Trust Divided.
HM Now, final question. If a boat was sinking while you were playing and there was no way you could get out, what song would you play of your own or someone else’s and do you think you would miss soft drinks as a spirit?
TD The Doors – Riders on the Storm or Cleansed so hopefully God will lift the boat high above the water. Yes, would definitely miss soft drinks
.gotta have my Dew!
HM Thanks alot guys! I almost broke wind laughing so hard at some of the answers. It was fun and a pleasure. I look forward to all the noise you make in Louisville until the government pulls you away!
Date : November 3rd, 2009Category : UncategorizedAuthor : The Hit Man
Ok hip hop and celebrity music fans across all genres, put your phones on vibrate, turn down your music a bit and focus! I bring a very special treat to your eyes, a world reknown music producer that probably sounds familiar to you. His name is Frankie Biggz and if the name doesn’t sound familiar, his musical prowess will.
So that you will be more apt to check out his MySpace page, which you can visit by clicking his name http://www.myspace.com/frankiebiggz I’ll hit some highlights of this quite possibly most sought after independent record producers that exists today.
Fact 1: Frankie Biggz has 20 years in the biz!
Fact 2: Frankie Biggz started at the age of 9 opening nationally bands like Poison, Guns’n’Roses and Ratt
Fact 3: Frankie Biggz earned a #1 Billboard Hit, Angel En El Cielo by Stefani.
Fact 4: Frankie Biggz earned a Platinum Record and three Grammy nominations.
Fact 5: Frankie Biggz remixed and programmed for various Platinum artists such as Christina Aguilera, Eminem and 50 Cent.
Fact 6: Frankie Biggz shared space and studio with producers like Dr. Dre,Randy Jackson, Rodolfo Castillo, and Sergio George.
Fact 7: Frankie Biggz is one of the creative minds behind HBO’s Paranormal TV show “ Dead Serious” Staring Shannon Sylvia.
Fact 8: Frankie Biggz won a Latin Grammy for his production work on Sony Latin Artist Oscar D’Leon.
Fact 9: Frankie Biggz is an International Club DJ, Business Owner, Grammy Award Winning Record Producer and TV VJ Host.
If you want over a dozen more facts and information about his own record labels and other projects he has done stop reading right now and check out his myspace page at Myspace.com/FrankieBiggz . Then come back directly for a rare, original interview with one of the most inspirational success stories in the music industry. Or read the interview first, then go to his myspace page.
Frankie Biggz, you’ve been marked!
Hit Man:Of course, your success resume is outstanding. In your own words will you give us who Frankie Biggz is?
Frankie Biggz: Well, I’m just a 4th generation Mexican/American born in Monroe Michigan in 1973 just south of Detroit. I am the middle child of two brothers, and my first love has and always will be Music.
HM:You have done many things and have had many accomplishments. What is the one that stands out as most memorable to you and why?
FB: My two biggest accomplishments were the births of my two sons Marcus and Luis Lucio.There’s nothing like seeing your kids being born period.
HM:What inspired you to go after your music career and also, what helped you to break down the barriers to continue to move forward?
FB: My inspiration was my older brother Miguel Tomas Lucio. When we were kids, he played the drums and all I wanted to do was be like him.I would sit with a huge boom box and record every Jazz Band concert he had at school. I was determined to be a drummer, so I just listened to music and watched MTV all day,everyday!
HM:Not many people may know this but I am a fan of Yoo Hoo. Did you know that?
FB: Nope.
HM:I think it is made in Heaven. Is there a beverage that you believe would never get old to you?
FB:
Jagermeister baby!! lol
HM:I meet a lot of sayers and rarely any doers. Some people have this idea preset that a person is shady. I can vouch that you, Mr. Biggz, are the real deal and I wish people could know that you are one of the rare ones who are comopassionate and appreciative. Is there any advice you can give people to help explain why some producers and celebrities are shady or any advice to help show that many are not?
FB: Unfortunately, about 90% of record producers have earned the “Doche Bag” tag !!
1. They use this false power that they give them selves to be “Dream Weavers” or “Star Makers” and use it against unsuspecting new artist to either sleep with them or rip them off. 9x’s out of 10, these guys don’t know the first thing about the music business and believe that programming a beat on there MPC makes them a producer.
2. They LIE about who they have connections to, both managers and labels, YET, they have no credits to there name.
Advice?
1. Keep working and never give up the dream.
2. No substitute for pressing palms!! Meeting someone face to face is way more effective then phone calls or emails.
3. PAY YOUR PRODUCER!! Hit Production is not FREE!
4. Have fun, be real, and be honest.
HM:Your myspace page mentions that you are looking for the next great thing. I suppose you get a lot of people claiming to be that thing. When someone contacts you to try to prove it, what are you really looking for?
FB: Something that I’ve never seen or heard before!
HM:What comes over you when you do music? Where is that place you go to shut out the world and allow the music to take over?
FB: GOD , and HEAVEN!
HM:Do you hate it when people call you Smallz just to be funny?
FB: Not at all because the only person that’s ever said the word “Smallz” is my former Latin Artist Evonne Ramos. Whats funny about that is that she calls her self “Smallz” She’ll call me on the phone and say” Biggz, It’s Smallz” !! So for the last few years she’s “Smallz” to me…Love ya Sis!
HM:What advice do you have for people struggling to make it with their dreams? Is there any sure fire strategies you have come across that works?
FB: My advise is to never give up but PLEASE educate your self in this business, ask a lot of questions and never stop promoting!!
HM:It is now time for the pitch! Please tell how someone can get a hold of you and where they can find more information on the amazing Frankie Biggz.
FB:
myspace.com/frankiebiggz
facebook.com/frankiebiggz
frankiebiggz@gmail.com
Last question, albeit strange: If you could reap rewards for good deeds or reward reapers for good deeds what would those deeds be?
FB:
Great question, however , that’s not one I’m at liberty to answer or even know. I’ll know it when I’m face to face w/ my maker, I mean, is that not the subject of your first meeting with him?
Mr. Biggz, it has been an honor! On behalf of the music industry and fans of music in general, thank you for your contribution to the world of music. It’s a universal language that is easily understandable and your musical touch has made it even more pleasant.
Date : October 23rd, 2009Category : Journalists, Music PromotersAuthor : The Hit Man
I have a kindred spirit with a multitude of talents and genuine will to help others that I want you to meet. Her name is Angeline and she’s got your back. This sincere woman is a poet, writer, journalist, and promoter, among other things. Right now she has a number of poems under her belt, a job as a journalist for Louisville’s Examiner and a dedication for promoting local music at her site. Not only that but she is aspiring to get into radio broadcast as a DJ. I would imagine she makes a great cup of coffee too or could tell you where to get one. You can go to LouisvilleMojo.com in your browser and search for GREENEYEDQUEEN where she also promotes local music. To see a sample of her poetry skills click on this link Angela D’s REDEMPTION.
With permission I give you her article…
Wake up Louisville! Our AA meetings need to offer more free childcare
written by Angeline D for Examiner.com (Louisville)
Most serious about his/her recovery make a valiant effort to attend as many AA meetings as possible each week. What keeps many, at least in our city, from achieving the much advised “ninety meetings in ninety days” a great deal of the time is the fact that they simply have no one to watch their kids as most simply can not afford childcare and not all have friends/family to turn to for help.
There are only two meetings out of over four hundred in Louisville which offer childcare (only one of which is free; the other charges four dollars per child!). This fact is appalling, as the vast majority of “newcomers” are impoverished single parents! Now, some might say, “well, why don’t they just take the kids?”. How many of you have tried to pacify antsy youngsters while squirming nervously as some kind stranger attempts to help? Were you able to relax and focus on the message of the meeting? Didn’t think so!
Wake up Louisville! Recovery itself is enough of a struggle–and in this arena the service work we’re all suggested to engage in is clearly lacking. Until this problem is solved we can stop scratching our heads about the lack of success in the program so many experience in our city. We blame the disease and say relapse is common. It is more than that, and it’s time we do something about it.
Angelina D writes for the parenting section of the Examiner as Louisville’s “Parenting in Recovery” expert. For more of Angelina D’s journalistic skills visit Examiner.com. She gets paid when you click on her page so if you just want to be a good samaritan, please check it out. Tell her The Hit Man sent ya!
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