She has watched entertainment evolve from vaudeville to night club circuits, from radio to tv, from variety shows to reality shows. She is a noted and generous philanthropist, serving as founding president of the Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage near her home in California. A wonderful singer and recording artist in her own right, she is best known as the wife of famed entertainer Bob Hope. By his side, she has serenaded thousands of servicemen through their work with the USO. Dolores Hope, for serving as an incredible role model for aspiring women and for all of your musical and charitable contributions, we salute you and join your many fans in wishing you a very happy, healthy 100th birthday.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
American Idol Voting Controversy - All's fair in love and texting?
The net is buzzing with news that fans of American Idol competitor Adam Lambert are upset because Kris Allen fans allegedly asked for and received assistance from AT&T which is the only mobile phone carrier to enable text voting for the popular show. Allen fans organized large viewing parties in Kris's home state of Arkansas. They invited local AT&T cell phone reps to attend since AT&T is a sponsor of the show. Pretty savvy, don't you think?
Considering the winner of the always controversial American Idol must be equally possessed of musical talent, mass audience appeal and business acumen, it sounds like the Allen camp simply took advantage of all of its resources.
AT&T is certainly not the only mobile phone provider to permit "power texting" which is the computer equivalent of sending a dozen email messages at the same time.This strategy has been used in seasons past and for many other reality shows like Dancing With The Stars which rely on viewer voting to determine the show's ultimate winner.
To give power texting a try, simply follow these easy steps:
1. create multiple contacts in your cell phone address book. For example, if you were voting for Simon Cowell, you
would create Simon1, Simon2, Simon3, etc.
2. create a distribution list (sometimes called a contact group) named for the project. In our example it might be Simon Wins. Add all of your Simon1, Simon2, Simon3, etc. contacts into this group.
3. add the appropriate voting number to each contact making sure to enter the number accurately. You don't want to spam anyone's phone!
4. now send the voting message ("vote" for American Idol, "888123" or whatever the assigned number is for DWTS) to your distribution list.
5. rinse and repeat for as long as your voting window is open.
Considering the winner of the always controversial American Idol must be equally possessed of musical talent, mass audience appeal and business acumen, it sounds like the Allen camp simply took advantage of all of its resources.
AT&T is certainly not the only mobile phone provider to permit "power texting" which is the computer equivalent of sending a dozen email messages at the same time.This strategy has been used in seasons past and for many other reality shows like Dancing With The Stars which rely on viewer voting to determine the show's ultimate winner.
To give power texting a try, simply follow these easy steps:
1. create multiple contacts in your cell phone address book. For example, if you were voting for Simon Cowell, you
would create Simon1, Simon2, Simon3, etc.
2. create a distribution list (sometimes called a contact group) named for the project. In our example it might be Simon Wins. Add all of your Simon1, Simon2, Simon3, etc. contacts into this group.
3. add the appropriate voting number to each contact making sure to enter the number accurately. You don't want to spam anyone's phone!
4. now send the voting message ("vote" for American Idol, "888123" or whatever the assigned number is for DWTS) to your distribution list.
5. rinse and repeat for as long as your voting window is open.
Condolences To Michael Tyson and Family
Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the family and friends of 4 year old Exodus Tyson, who died in a tragic home accident this week.
Exodus was reportedly strangled when she was playing and got caught in a cord attached to a treadmill. This is a sad reminder that cords and strings of all kinds pose a threat to young children and pets. From the cords attached to window blinds to the clothesline in the backyard, it is crucial to ensure children are instructed to never wrap such items around their bodies. Accidents happen so quickly and cord-related accidents are all too often fatal.
Now more than ever, as the school year draws near and thoughts turn to summer vacation and fun, it is important to do a family safety check of your home inside and out. Take time today to do a little prevention. Learn more about helpful tips on identifying and preventing strangulation hazards and home safety for kids. Play safe!
Exodus was reportedly strangled when she was playing and got caught in a cord attached to a treadmill. This is a sad reminder that cords and strings of all kinds pose a threat to young children and pets. From the cords attached to window blinds to the clothesline in the backyard, it is crucial to ensure children are instructed to never wrap such items around their bodies. Accidents happen so quickly and cord-related accidents are all too often fatal.
Now more than ever, as the school year draws near and thoughts turn to summer vacation and fun, it is important to do a family safety check of your home inside and out. Take time today to do a little prevention. Learn more about helpful tips on identifying and preventing strangulation hazards and home safety for kids. Play safe!
Ferris Bueller's Ferrari Crashed Home For Sale
For the discriminating movie memorabilia collector comes a chance to own a unique movie set. The Ben Rose home comprised of a pair of spacious glass and steel buildings is currently for sale.
Scene of the 1986 hit movie "Ferris Bueller's Day Off", it offers an entertainment-ready 5300 square feet of living space featuring panaromic views of the surrounding woodlands. This unique 4BR 4BA modern home was built in 1953 by noted architect duo A. James Speyer and David Haid.
With an asking price of $2.3 million, the house is being sold "As Is", although one hopes this is not due to the infamouse Ferrari scene in which Cameron Frye's plate glass windows are destroyed. Seriously, this is a beautiful property situated on 3/4 of an acre on scenic Beech Street in Highland Park, IL.
Now best known as the "Ferris Bueller House" it is listed by Sudler Sothebys International Realtors.. A virtual tour of the home is now available.
Bueller? Bueller? Bueller?
Scene of the 1986 hit movie "Ferris Bueller's Day Off", it offers an entertainment-ready 5300 square feet of living space featuring panaromic views of the surrounding woodlands. This unique 4BR 4BA modern home was built in 1953 by noted architect duo A. James Speyer and David Haid.
With an asking price of $2.3 million, the house is being sold "As Is", although one hopes this is not due to the infamouse Ferrari scene in which Cameron Frye's plate glass windows are destroyed. Seriously, this is a beautiful property situated on 3/4 of an acre on scenic Beech Street in Highland Park, IL.
Now best known as the "Ferris Bueller House" it is listed by Sudler Sothebys International Realtors.. A virtual tour of the home is now available.
Bueller? Bueller? Bueller?
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