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MTV’s True Life: I Can’t Afford My Lifestyle

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Hey Guys,

A friend of mine with ties to MTV forwarded this to me to forward to any of you, who might be interested or know someone who is….

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Were you living large but hit hard by the current economic situation? Did you have a pimped out crib and now have to downsize? Has your new financial status affected your relationships because you can no longer play with the high rollers? Are you dating someone who had it all, but find yourself disappointed to have to swap five course entrees for five dollar foot longs? Do you feel that you can’t possibly give up the life you worked for, but are left with no other choice? If you have answered ‘yes’ to any of these, then MTV would like to hear your story.

 If you are between the ages of 17-28 and can’t afford your lifestyle and would like to share your story please email us at Lifestyle@mtvn.com. Please include your name, your story, a PHONE NUMBER and a photo.

 We are looking to speak with candidates located ANYWHERE IN THE US–please submit your story ASAP–interviewing immediately.

 True Life is MTV’s award-winning series that covers diverse topics that are important to our audience, ranging from pop culture trends to breaking news issues. And, since the series premiere in 1998, MTV’s audience has kept wanting more constantly tuning in, making True Life the most popular documentary series in our channel’s history. 

 

 

 

 

 

Amazon’s Kindle is Igniting a Flame!

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It seems more and more these days, the entire world is moving at the speed of light and requires constant immediate gratification.  In an effort to supply the demand of the “need for speed” in late 2007 Amazon developed and released the Kindle.  This technology allows for books to be downloaded and read on small device. 

 

While many can see the potential of this as a consumer, there are others that see this as window of opportunity for some sellers.  Self-published authors have been given a leg up on Amazon.com for while, offering products to millions through the use of the computer with no need for warehousing or extensive marketing.  The only thing is required is great word of mouth.  A rating can make or break you on Amazon, whether you are New York Bestseller or Joe the Plummer.

 

According to Zach Pontz of CNN, “Released in November 2007, the Kindle has sold more than a quarter million units. Its texts account for 10 percent of Amazon’s book sales despite the fact that 200,000 titles — a tiny fraction of the books offered on the site — are available in digital form.”  

 

My personal opinion and forecast is that if Amazon’s Kindle continues to garner considerable market share, we may see a spin on it in our local cell phone stores.  It would be great to pick up my Blackberry and see it double as a way to read my favorite book through the use of combined Kindle/Blackberry technology.  Hey, I know that I’m reaching, but that is what the stars are for!

 

Just thought I’d share this information with you.  The Christmas season is here and the Kindle makes a great gift idea.  For those who think with their wallets, Amazon is great stock to consider purchasing.  Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN) Real-time: 44.11 2.92 (7.09%) 1:22PM ET.

 

Until later focus on being greater!

 

Sincerely,

 

Latrivia Nelson

Author of Ivy’s Twisted Vine

 

 

 

For more of Zach Pontz’s CNN story visit: http://www.cnn.com/2008/TECH/12/03/kindle.electronic.reader/index.html?iref=mpstoryview

Prayers Answered

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Thank God for the Loving Family

Thank God for the Loving Family

 

Do you ever get butterflies?  I do, but only when I am about to present to a lot of people, tell someone bad news or when I see someone I’ve missed.  Well, fortunately, I’m not presenting until later this week; I received bad news on Monday, but I didn’t have to give any.  However, I did see someone I missed.  My husband flew into town from D.C.

I felt butterflies.  They erupted as soon as he came walking through the terminal.  And the weird thing is that they haven’t gone away yet.  He and I played like kids for most of the day.  I caught him staring, and then I’d stare back.  As much as he irritates my very soul, I love him dearly. 

I guess that you could say, with both of us working over 1,000 miles apart, my prayers were answered when I saw him.  I knew that some things in this world can be constant no matter what.  This – us- we’re one of them.

Latrivia Nelson talks about her President, Barack Obama’

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Chicago, IL on Election Nite - Barack Obama becomes the 44th US President

Chicago, IL on Election Nite - Barack Obama becomes the 44th US President

 
I am the most excited woman in the world right now! Well, me and about 3 million other people who have supported our President for at least 18-24 months during this election season! Tonight, we all made history. We have saved our country from another 4 years of complete financial oppression. We have realized Dr. King’s dream; we have made true Kennedy’s forecast; we have seen beyond our biases to elect the first African-American president. Raise the roof! I am so proud. So happy. I can tell my children and grandchildren about this night for the rest of my life. God Keep Him! And GOD BLESS AMERICA!
 

 

 

Latrivia Nelson Talks about Senator Obama & the Loss of His Grandmother

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Sen. Obama speaking about the loss of his grandmother.

Sen. Obama speaking about the loss of his grandmother.

I felt an enormous since of hope and pride with the announcement of Senator Barack Obama as our Democratic Presidential Candidate, which I have never felt before in my entire life.  As a young woman, I have longed for a national leader whom I could embrace fully and who could create the change in the public that we need as it relates to African-Americans in leadership positions.  I also longed for a better platform and view of multi-racial children and interracial marriage.  Barack has created that international dialogue that America has been waiting for and motivated us to strive for more of ourselves.   In regards to his loss, many of us love him deeply and it is truly painful to watch him lose the matriarch of his family.   He has said that she was his motivation and his maverick for change, and we all owe her a great debt of gratitude for being so instrumental in raising such a prolific and visionary young man whom we all love to call Barack Obama.

Sincerely,

Latrivia S. Nelson, average citizen

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Phillies Win Series – Latrivia Wishes that it was Boston!

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Getting Ready to WIN the World Series!

Getting Ready to WIN the World Series!

Tonight the Philadelphia Phillies won the World Series in the 9th inning with Tampa Bay looking at a third strike. I rushed home so that I wouldn’t miss all of it, but I barely got a chance to see anything but the end. I wish so badly that it was the Boston Red Sox. Ortiz and Lester will be back next year to kick butt. In the mean time, I’m happy for the Phillies and still proud of the TB team. Maddon seems like a good coach. They’ll come back stronger than ever next year, but it won’t be strong enough to keep Big Papi downJ

 

 

 

Latrivia Nelson Thinks the Possibilities are Endless!

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A few minutes for Barack's Speech

A few minutes for Barack

 

I’m only 28, but the involvement that I’ve seen in the communities around me in this presidential election has been unbelievable.  When I was in undergrad, a few moons ago, we had to beg people to come out to vote.  I remember that November it was cold and frustrating.  I walked around knocking on doors in late October and for the election night, I had the flu.  This year, I’ve not walked door-to-door, but I have given financially and participated in a few rallies. I’ve made phone calls and prayed that my candidate wins. 

 However, the news is reporting breaking numbers of people who are coming out to vote.  This year, change has occurred regardless of what anyone says.  People care.  They have issues that they want addressed.  Now, I won’t get into what those issues are, because I’ve given myself a time limit on this entry.  However, I will say that in four years, I pray to God that we have the same passion that we have right now for the election process.

 This has sparked a new thought for me.  We are showing our children that possibilities are endless for them.  If they truly believe in a issue, if they dare think that they can change a problem and provide a solution, they only need to put that first foot forward and begin to walk in that direction.  People will rally behind you, if you are determined and willing to stand and give a good fight.

I love Senator Obama and his lovely family for their courage and their determination.  When I asked my beautiful son what he wanted to be when he grew up, he didn’t say Batman or Hulk like normal.  He said, “I want to be President.”  He wants to be President! 

All across the US, there will be young men and women of all ethnic backgrounds and all religions who will start to dream beyond the glass ceiling.  They will start to think more of themselves then what at first some would have them think.  Young girls will want to be President of Anything and Everything, young men will consider themselves leaders.

This is a good change for all of us.  We are inspiring them, much like our parents and grandparents inspired us.  It’s a good feeling. 

 What do you feel America?