Michael Jackson's Cause of Death Deferred

Craig Harvery, of the L.A. County Coroner's Office, announced moments ago that the official cause of death of the undisputed King of Pop, Michael Jackson, has been deferred pending further testing. These include toxicology, neuropathology and pulmonary tests. An additional 4 to 6 weeks is needed to complete the examination. Harvey reported that there was no indication of foul play or physical trauma to Jackson's body which is available for release to the family once a private mortuary has been selected. Harvey refused comment on whether evidence of specific drugs was found during the autopsy such as demerol.

Bestselling author Deepak Chopra has said publicly that he realized years ago that his dear friend was addicted to pain killers used for various medical issues to include Lupus and back pain. Jackson had reportedly received a shot of demerol prior to his untimely death.

For more breaking news on the surreal and tragic death of Michael Jackson, a star the likes of whom this world has never seen and will never see again, tune in to any number of news programs, including Nancy Grace at 8:00 p.m. on HLN, Larry King Live at 9:00 p.m, MSNBC, etc.

Read Lisa Marie Presley's blog post on her former husband. It is truly touching. Although the vast majority of his fans never got to know him personally, we loved him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and fans across the world. Michael will live on in our hearts through his powerful music and performances.

This is a performance of my all time favorite song by Michael Jackson, Man in the Mirror. Your earthly cares are no more, Michael. Rest in peace!



Childhood, the song that Michael said was his most autobiographical.

The Art of Distraction:SC Governor Apologizes Again

South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford has offered up yet another apology. This time it was his Cabinet members who were subjected to his whining about his personal indiscretions.

The citizens of South Carolina should not allow themselves to be lead astray by the art of distraction being practiced by Sanford. In his long-winded apologies, he refers God and Bible passages, clearly none of which mattered much to him while he was carrying on his infamous affair. Nor did it matter to him when, as the head of a state consistently at or very near the bottom of the list when compared to the rest of the country on issues like the poor economy, health care and education, he used state funds to finance his rendezvous with his mistress in Argentina. Now he declares that he will pay back the $12,000.00 to the state. Gee, thanks, Mr. Governor.

Mr. Sanford, if you truly want to do the right thing, do the state of South Carolina a solid favor by resigning. Not tomorrow. Not next week. Right now. You left your post without giving notice to anyone in your down line, thereby leaving the state in a vulnerable position. Your personal dalliances are of no consequence to anyone but your wife and children, save the fact that you showed no regard for your professional duties that you took an oath to carry out when you became governor of the state. Your lies, failure to maintain professional integrity, improper use of state monies and dereliction of your duty as the head of the state affect every member of the South Carolina public.

Save your affected regret for your family and discontinue this outrageous course of public apologies designed for the sole purpose of directing the public's attention away from what truly matters... you have been an ineffective leader of the State of South Carolina for sometime now. Perhaps the underlying reason was your illicit, long distance affair. Perhaps you simply were never right for the job.

While I am certain South Carolinians appreciate your candor regarding your recent acknowledgment of your weaknesses and defects, it is nothing more than a self-serving ploy if you do not leave office.

America I Am Exhibit

"America I Am"

Presented by Tavis Smiley

Wednesday, June 17, 2009
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Ongoing until September 6, 2009

America I AM: The African American Imprint is a four-year touring museum exhibition that will celebrate 400 years of African American contributions to this country. The exhibition presents a historical continuum of pivotal moments in courage, conviction and creativity that solidifies the undeniable imprint of African Americans across the nation and around the world.

Hours of Operation:
Monday – CLOSED
Tuesday – 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, last entry at 3:30 PM
Wednesday – 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, last entry at 3:30 PM
Thursday – 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM, last entry at 6:30 PM
Friday – 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, last entry at 3:30 PM
Saturday - 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, last entry at 3:30 PM
Sunday – 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM, last entry at 3:30 PM

The average visit to the exhibition is 90 minutes.

Photography of any kind is not permitted inside the Exhibition.

Tickets: Children 3-12 years $5
12 years and older $12
Seniors 65 and older $8
For groups of 10 or more call Group Sales at 1-866-524-7687

Visit Website - http://americaiam.org/

Special thanks to my friend Melvita for the information.

Rita Hubbard - An Entrepreneur's Heart

For anyone in need of a bit of inspiration while trying to achieve a dream or establish a business, this one's for you. Visit Rita at her website.

An Entrepreneur's Heart from SEVEN Fund on Vimeo.

Special thanks to Hope Clark at Funds for Writers for the information!