tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-47338785603548421372024-03-14T04:48:37.957-05:00Revelations and MusicI love my family, to sing, to teach and worship God. What better way to share these things than through my blog!Tanisha Garfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02093681425555668615noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4733878560354842137.post-91113277262674332712013-01-20T07:13:00.000-06:002013-01-20T07:13:01.488-06:00DEPROGRAM...As I continue working with my children I begin running through my head all the reasons why I am having such hard time getting them to just understand as well as where the headache came from. Maybe it was because, regardless of what I said to my children they just didn't seem to understand me. <i> Or should I say they just didn't listen... </i><br />
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<b>It just felt like it was one of those days</b> where if I pushed through it, it would only make it worse. However I continued to push through anyway. I wanted to make sure we stuck to the schedule and keep things going as if we were in the class room with the exception that we had more time.<br />
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<b>When it was all said and done</b>, the children finished their work but it was already 5pm and it was time to cook dinner. By this time they went from complaining about the school work to complaining about being hungry and not being able to do what ever it is <b>THEY</b> want to do. <br />
I am sure some of you can relate to this. <br />
Here is the thing though. It took for me to go through all of that (multiple time) and be, well plainly put, <b>MISERABLE</b> to realize that I was part of the problem.<br />
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<b>You see, when we first started out with home schooling</b>, I had these fairy tales ideas of how everything was suppose to go, look and feel. My children would be sitting upright in their seats at the table and waiting patiently for me to answer what ever questions they may have.<br />
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<b>Hmmm..... well that is VERY unrealistic</b>. In fact that is not even our family. So after venting to a friend about some of the issues that I felt we were having she helped me to realize that my children were still deprogramming.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>DEPROGRAMMING???????</b></span><br />
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<b>They were still seeing things the public school way</b>. Which, by the way, was true because I was to the point where if I heard well <i>Mrs. so and so said this or Mrs. so and so told us that this was the way</i>, my head was going to burst. The funny thing is that deprogramming is not just for the children. It it a process that the parents have to go through as well. Especially those of us who want to do everything right and stick with the books as to be sure we don't leave anything out of there education. It may also be for those of us who are fearful about messing up their education instead of helping them. <br />
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<b>So after this discovery I began to look at their school work through a different lens</b> and take a different approach. I continue to use the same curriculum, I still have the room set up the same way, but because I took a step back to better look at the situation I am able to focus on them enjoying learning instead of focusing on getting it correct the first time or completed and staying on task. I took a step back took a deep breath and just let go and let God.<br />
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<b>It is because of Gods love and guidance that I was led to home school</b> so why would I do it any other way. With this new mind set I was able slow my mind process and accept that fact that every day will not be completely finished the way the book says or maybe at all. I realized that many times we took the lesson to the store with us or on a weekend trip with out even trying to. <br />
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<b>So now when I feel myself trying to follow the book word by word</b> or when my children start getting that blank stare or far away look with a frown I know that I am falling back to my old ways.<br />
I will admit that this deprogramming process is just as hard for me as it is for my children. I know some days just like them I just want to pull the covers over my head and pray that it is Saturday.<br />
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So with a renewed mind set and constant reassurance from my husband and of course God I continue on. With God leading me I continue to encourage our children to do their best each day.<br />
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Truth be told <span style="font-size: large;">God</span> warned me not to add anything to my schedule this year anyway, and I am beginning to see why. It will take us the entire year for us to get to a point of normalcy in our schooling as well as our new lifestyle. Tanisha Garfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02093681425555668615noreply@blogger.com0Eastern Europe51.6180165487737 11.0742187541.493485048773707 -9.58007825 61.7425480487737 31.72851575tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4733878560354842137.post-38700931192007795252012-12-19T04:00:00.000-06:002012-12-19T07:51:09.806-06:00Rushing through...<style>
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your side view mirror or out of the back window to check for other cars
coming?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You know the kind of look
that you <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">think</i> you see
everything.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Then, when you proceed
to move into the next lane, you are startled by a blaring horn letting you know
to go back.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><br />
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I think of that and wonder sometimes if that is how we can be with God.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We take a quick listen and rush off to
complete the task.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Or half listen
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We tend to do that with God at times.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We pray and ask for help, patience, or
even courage, but when God try’s to direct us in the way we should go we
quickly rush off to do what <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">we</i> think
He is telling us to do.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We should
remember to slowly look before moving, or sit still and listening intently to
the directions so that we are more successful in the ways he directs us. </div>
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It is so easy sometimes to get comfortable in the word we
know and forget that the word is for constant growth.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>So even if you have been a devout Christian for 40 years
there is always something that could be learned or practiced, causing us to
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Are actions should reflect the love of instruction from our
heavenly father…. (Prov. 12:1).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not
only through our thoughts but also through our actions we are too listen and
obey.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>To many times we as
Christians tend to want to rush through things in life.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Once we start doing that, we begin to
miss the smaller things that support the bigger picture.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We make it harder on ourselves to
see and understand what it is he wants us to do or say when we get comfortable
in one season of our lives and maybe a little to relaxed to where we don’t act
with care.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Are actions may become
careless and we may begin to allow certain things in our life we KNOW is not of
God because we feel we are up for the challenge.</div>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But of course
God is so great and wonderful and knows that we are not perfect and so He waits
patiently like a loving parent does for us to sit and listen carefully. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He waits for us to give Him our
undivided attention to receive the lesson(s) we are to learn.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Young or old we all have moments that
we slip up and rush through.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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Me personally, I am grateful to my God for his guiding hand,
patience and understanding.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
believe because He knows us better than we know ourselves he understands and
waits till we are ready to listen.</div>
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today I started off as it usually does, I had planned to cook this big breakfast
that my kids so long for on the weekends. To me it’s nothing big, just
pancakes or french toast, sausage or bacon and eggs, but to them it is the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Andale Mono"; font-size: 12.0pt;">BEST BREAKFAST EVER</span>!</b> During the thought process
and mental preparation of getting ready to cook I receive this thought... let
them cook everything. Well of course my first thought was
ugh, I am not sure I have the patience for this. However the thought was persistent
and after a minute or two I realize that God is telling me to. So
even though I am not in the mood I proceed to get everything set up for them to
cook the breakfast while I guide them. I only cooked the sausage only
because it pops out grease and with it being the first time they cook
EVERYTHING themselves. Man this is going to be a long morning is what I
started thinking to myself.</div>
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as I am calling them in to give them instructions and let them know that they
will be doing everything, of course they were super excited. The youngest, who is five, is to short to reach the stove
and we don't have much counter space so I assigned her the duty of setting the
table. My son was in charge of the pancakes, and my 7 year old cooked the
eggs. Needless to say the kitchen was alive and very active. As we
got things rolling God began to show me how this was to be a lesson for both
the children and me. He was giving us a lesson on <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Courier New";">patience and responsibility</span>.</b>
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Sometimes
we are quick to do things <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">for</b> our
children without realizing that maybe they are able to do it on their own.
He was showing me that I should have more <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">patience
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Even a
child is known by his doings, whether his work be pure and whether it be
right.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Prov. 20:11</i></div>
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He
was showing my children that patience is not just for the parent but also for
the child. God was helping them to realize that everything does not
happen like magic (because children sometimes think everything comes easy and free), as
well as showing them first hand, the labor that goes into giving care for their
meals and what it means to be patient, even when you may be hungry or
tired. </div>
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God
wants us to teach and bring our children up in the word. We are to be
examples of walking in Gods word so that they are better able to understand the
concept of applying the word to life on a daily basis. So it was important that
my patience was expressed and was positive.</div>
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up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from
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Once
the breakfast was done, I explained to them how my 5 year old (because she didn’t
have much to do she spent most of her time waiting complaining about it taking
to long) actions is usually how all of them may act at times when I am doing my
best to get it done. I explained to them how this is not being patient.
By having them cook the meals themselves together they also learned that with
one person doing it all it would take longer and maybe a little more difficult,
so patience would be a good way to be graceful and kind to those who are
helping.</div>
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When
all was said and done, I think they enjoyed this breakfast just a little more, not
just because they cooked it themselves but also because they felt they had a
little more responsibility and a better understanding of what it is to be
understood.</div>
Tanisha Garfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02093681425555668615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4733878560354842137.post-59725704349025978212012-12-11T17:55:00.004-06:002012-12-11T17:55:52.770-06:00A Joyous Moment<br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12.0pt;">As I watched my children complete
their crafts for their advent calendars, I sat back and watched and enjoyed
them. It was a moment of peace. You see this is our first year working on
an advent calendar from beginning to finish. Before I would purchase the ones
that have candy or toys in them as a treat for each day.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We would start off great but after the
first week I would forget to let them flip it open for the surprise
inside.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Looking back, I also realize
there was no substance to what I was doing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I had not given any lessons or reminders to what the calendar was for. They just saw it as a countdown calendar to Christmas. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12.0pt;">This year, I felt it had to be
different. This year I felt convicted and wanted to make sure they truly understood what
it was they were doing, why this month is so special and to make sure they new
it WAS NOT about receiving a overload of toys. So when we started they were not sure what to expect. At
first they didn't care to read the verses because I read the same story to them
early in the day for their bible lesson. They just wanted to do the craft and
have fun. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12.0pt;">Well after a few days of the advent
calendar my children were reminding me to work on the calendar.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They liked looking for the clues of
what they would be doing that day. I was happy to see that all
three of them were enjoying the different projects.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12.0pt;">We actually fell behind a few days because we were searching
for certain materials for the projects so tonight we sat down and work on them
so that we were caught up. Even though I was tired and tempted to wait until
tomorrow I didn't and you know, I was grateful that I did not allow my flesh to
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and listening to the stories from the bible and patiently waited for
instructions of how to create the craft. To continue in this mood of worship
they even used there time while waiting for everyone to finish their craft to
continue praising God through song and dance. </span></div>
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felt so blessed and grateful to be homeschooling. It is moments like this that are
confirmations that I am doing what God intended for me to do. So I pulled out
the camera and took a few pictures to help hold on to this moment!</span> </span></div>
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Tanisha Garfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02093681425555668615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4733878560354842137.post-12370203127381994312012-11-28T15:59:00.000-06:002012-11-28T15:59:35.494-06:00DID YOU KNOW
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I was thinking about a previous article I wrote about the
sparrow and wondered, Hmmm where the song came from, or where it originated.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is something we don’t think of
very often, but I am sure it comes up once in awhile in conversations, but
really do you know the background of the song.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">So what thought or action
provoked such a melodic piece that can bring even the mature Christian to tears
when sung by the spirit?</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Eye on the Sparrow</b>
was written in 1905 by <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><a href="http://www.hymnary.org/text/why_should_i_feel_discouraged">Civilla D.
Martin</a>, who wrote the lyrics, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>and <a href="http://johntroutman.com/lyrics/hiseyeisonthesparrow.html">Charles H.
Gabriel</a>, who created the music, worked together to create the hymn that we
now know as Eye on the Sparrow. The lyrics are beautiful and simple at the same
time.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The song was birthed from a conversation that Civilla and her
husband had with friends in New York.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Their friends both had physical issues that prohibited what most would
considered a normal life.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Civilla questioned how they were able to live such happy lives.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lives in which they were more of an
inspiration to others, than down and out about the world and their situation,
all the while bringing joy to all those they meet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The simple reply was, His eye is on the sparrow. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">This </b>is what moved <b>Civilla</b> to write the
poem <b>Eye on the Sparrow</b>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Once she finished her poem she shared it with Mr. Gabriel so
that he could add music.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The
original arrangement of Eye of the Sparrow does not sound much like it is sung
today, however its messages still effects many of us that open our hearts to
receive.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">Artist such as Rosetta Tharpe, Mahilia Jackson are just a few who were the first to perform the song, but it was not lost to artist like Mickey Newbury, Andy Griffith or even Marvin Gaye. As time passed it became more and more popular and never fell short of expectation, one minute especially when it was sung by artist such as Shirley C<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";">aesa</span>r Whitney Houston, or Lauryn Hill. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">These of course are not the only to perform the song and I am very sure they will not be the last.</span></span></div>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Through out the different arrangements, the meaning of the song has not changed. I see the different arrangements as a form of expression for the different genres as well as the generations. I hope you get a moment to listen to the original piece. I was even amazed at the difference of what we here today, but not surprised at how I was still moved by the simplicity of</span> it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.cyberhymnal.org/htm/h/i/hiseyeis.htm">http://www.cyberhymnal.org/htm/h/i/hiseyeis.htm</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Ethal Waters: <a href="http://www.pbs.org/jazz/biography/artist_id_waters_ethel.htm">http://www.pbs.org/jazz/biography/artist_id_waters_ethel.htm</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.hymnary.org/text/why_should_i_feel_discouraged">http://www.hymnary.org/text/why_should_i_feel_discouraged</a></span></div>
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Tanisha Garfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02093681425555668615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4733878560354842137.post-26473187046922336802012-10-23T16:12:00.000-05:002012-10-23T16:58:17.829-05:00Sun Rays<!--StartFragment-->
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">I remember a
day in college where the sun was bright, warm and just beautiful. I remember watching my friends and
colleges sitting, laughing and talking and just thinking to myself, how blessed
I was at that moment to be able to see and experience the life I was living and
how, at times, I tend to take advantage of those blessings. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Adobe Garamond Pro";">My mother
made it a point to send me something every once in awhile to encourage me to
live life for God and to remember that I was special and had a purpose. She constantly, even after leaving home,
reminded me that I was meant for great things and that I just had to believe
this myself. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Adobe Garamond Pro";">There was a
moment at the end of my college years that I wrote a song for my mother and my
sister. Their encouragement and appreciation
for my voice was one part of my motivation to sing. So I wrote a song to express some of the things that I saw
and understood at that time about God.
It was a simple song to me then but reading back on it now I can see a deeper
understanding. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Adobe Garamond Pro";">I will later
share the tune that was created by <a href="http://www.angelamoten.com/">Angela Ashley</a> and I, but I wanted to share
the lyrics. It is a simple song and a simple statement, but when I sit and just
think about it, it means much more than that to me now. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">SUN RAYS<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">As
I watch the sun rise above the trees<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">I
see a ray that God has bestowed on me<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">They’re
the rays of a new beginning a fresh day a new start,<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">And
more of His path to cover.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">So
if I take the time to share and show I care<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">I’ll
shine just as bright as the sunrays<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">And
if I take the time to give and know He lives <br />
I’ll shine just as bright as the sunrays.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">The
path to Gods house is where I’m going<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">He
leads me there with a new quest each morning<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">As
long as I keep my heart open my mind free<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">I
can always hear what he’s telling me<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">So
if I take the time to share and show I care<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">I’ll
shine just as bright as the sunrays<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">And
If I take the time to give and know He lives<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">I’ll
shine just as bright as the sunray<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';">As
I watch the sun rise above the trees<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #e36c0a; font-family: 'Adobe Garamond Pro';"> I feel the rays that God has bestowed on
me.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Tanisha Garfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02093681425555668615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4733878560354842137.post-44927343327493258452012-10-22T15:51:00.000-05:002012-10-23T16:59:37.017-05:00Just say Yes…<!--StartFragment-->
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We live our lives
on a daily basis giving trust to objects created by man without a second
thought.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">However when it comes to
completely trusting and following someone we can’t see or touch some think it’s
crazy.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We consistently drive our cars
with complete trust the brakes will always work; we put trust in public transportation,
and trust in the legal system.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The
one thing many have issues with is putting complete trust in God. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Why not just say
yes?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I listened to a
sermon the other day where I was reminded that we have to act on our faith on a
daily basis.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It is not something
where we just say the word we believe and then walk away continuing life as we
have always done.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It is something
we commit to on a daily basis.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">
</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Constantly giving our faith the foundation it needs to be a stronger and
better Christian.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I am by no mean
perfect at doing this myself.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I
mean think about it.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We know we
are to pray, study the bible, give tithes, eat better, and exercise right.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Well whether you need it or not how
many of us do it daily.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">How many
of us look at the burger and say no, or get a salad or even fill the plate with
more vegetables than meat.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I was just
thinking why is it so hard to put down the junk food, the tobacco, or the
alcohol. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If we truly believe that
He is there that He will heal us that He will provide us with all that we need,
why is so hard to give 10%?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We can’t use the
excuse that it is hard because like I said earlier we give blind faith to
things all the time.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">So why can’t
we give blind faith to God.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">What I mean by
blind faith is that we trust without worrying.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Just think about it next time you are driving and stop at a
stop sign.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There are flaws in
everything man creates yet we believe, but there are no flaws in what God has
created, and no flaws in His plans.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Did the
constructors build your home to last through the storms like God builds your heart?</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Did they
construct the amusement ride to hold for the entire ride for years to come,
like God build your heart to withstand life heartache and sorrows?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These are topics
that we briefly think of once in awhile but it should be something we ponder
over every minute of every day.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">
</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I am sure most if
not all of you have heard the song Eye on the Sparrow, which brings to mind the
verse from </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Matthew 6:26(KJV)</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #365f91;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they
reap, nor gather into barns: yet your heavenly Gather feedeth them.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Are ye not much better than they?<o:p></o:p></span></span></i></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The song
discusses how the bird flies, eats lives and breaths with out worry of what of
how or when or what will happen to it and that if God will care for the sparrow
are we not better, more important than that sparrow that God would do the same
and more for us.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #365f91;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Are not two
sparrows sold for a farthing? And one of them shall not fall on the ground
without your Gather.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">But the very
hairs of your head are all numbered. Fewer ye not therefore, ye are of more
value than many sparrows. </span></span></i><span style="color: #365f91;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">(Matt. 10:29-31)</span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></i></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">So as you drive
to work, play with your children, cook dinner or just sit and read a book, remember
where to place your faith.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">
</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Remember to thank God for the safety of the car, the safety of public
transportation and if you are like me and struggle with daily decision as
simple as eating to be a better vessel for God think of the that verse and
remember that God loves you.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">
</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Remember that verse and just say yes to giving your all to God, giving
complete faith to Him and His will.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Tanisha Garfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02093681425555668615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4733878560354842137.post-60707490074650466492012-10-09T15:04:00.002-05:002012-10-09T15:04:58.706-05:00Give Him my Heart<!--StartFragment-->
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his disciples to let the children come and learn.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: Baskerville; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to
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<span style="font-family: Baskerville; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">I am able to witness first hand the reality of Gods
word in the heart of a child.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They
will make mistakes just like everyone else but a child’s heart is less tainted.
However in today’s society a child can become easily influenced to do wrong
before they are even two years old.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Baskerville; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">So I thank and praise God every time my children walk
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<span style="font-family: Baskerville; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">I use to worry that they may not truly understand the
expectations required of them as children of God, but when my youngest told me
that she likes wearing her pajamas with the heart on them because she wants and
like to give her heart to God, all my doubts disappeared. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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after the kids are all finished with schoolwork, we head out to handle errands.
We started off doing the usual, dropping off recycle. Well after the children helped me they watched another woman
who was emptying her bags and so I asked of they wanted to help and with super excited
smile, they responded with a yes and quickly walked over to offer there help
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were done helping her (this is where it starts) there hands were wet from the
liquids from the soda cans (yeah that yucky feeling on the fingers, yeah I know
gross right) and before we could even turn to look in our own car she was
already heading towards us to offer us wipes for our hands. It doesn’t matter the size of the act
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the church, and a few other places we headed home. It was trash day so when we returned home the children
wanted to take all the neighbors trash cans back to their home (there is only
three on our street) so they got out and walked them to each house. When I pulled into the driveway the
landlord was pulling in the neighbors yard behind us to pick up the tree and
branches that were pulled up. So
yeah of course they were stoked about that. They jumped out of the car and RAN to the tractor to help. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></div>
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they came to an immediate halt when they realized they didn’t know how to ask
to help in German. So I told them
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see what they were trying to do. He gestured that yes they could help him. They observed all the bugs and
branches and mold and although they were grossed out they enjoyed every minute
of it. They finished up and came
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<span style="font-family: 'Apple Chancery'; font-size: 14pt;">Like many others I have many likes, gift and/or talent and I want to share most, if not all, with you. With that said I decided that since I home school and I love singing I would write about my family and music. The revelation of all of this is that I am blessed with both of these and this would not be a complete blog if I did not share Gods blessing, or my testimonies with you. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Apple Chancery'; font-size: 14pt;">As a mother I am quite busy but I am never too busy to do Gods will. I home school three children, am a vocal coach, and a vocalist. I have tried my hand at many other things but as I continue to keep my eyes on God I am always pointed back to those main venues.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">The ADAC personnel gladly dropped us off in front of the PX afterwards </span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">(blessing 2)</span></span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> and he did not have to do so because it was not part of his job and I had three children with me. Bless that man! <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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Tanisha Garfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02093681425555668615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4733878560354842137.post-73386705324268779892011-11-29T15:36:00.001-06:002011-11-29T15:59:56.169-06:00Here is a thought.....Okay, so let me take a moment to just rant. <br />
The Arts is something that may be beneficial or evil, soothing or painful. Which way do you want to take it? Me? Well, it is nothing but pleasure that eases my soul. I mean, think about music and how it is truly a universal language. It doesn't matter the language it is sung it cause if you can comprehend the lyrics you can definitely feel the music. Well, at least with the good music.<br />
Yeah I said it, good music! We all know that everything that is put on the radio is not the real nitty gritty good. When I say good I mean that you will be humming the music years after it is taken off the radio and off the shelves. That the song or album left a marker in your life. The song, that every time you here it will, send your mind and body to the exact spot you were in when you heard it for the first time. I know you know exactly what I am talking about. This is not just in one genre either. It is just music in general. Oh, and just so you know I am still here on planet earth I know that my comments are not true for everyone, but I have yet to meet that one person who can say that music has not moved them. <br />
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So here is a thought for you. What do you think is happening to the music industry? Are we (the general fan base) too focused on the lives and latest gossip of the artist's life and less on the music they put out? If so how does that effect the world on a daily basis? I would say that too many songs encourage the make the money motto. <br />
Yes I said it! Their tends to be to many artist that is focused more on making the money and less on creating art. Oh no!!! I may be in trouble now! We will see! What do you have to say about that?Tanisha Garfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02093681425555668615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4733878560354842137.post-48470372389649756672011-11-01T15:48:00.000-05:002012-04-17T15:58:27.815-05:00What do you think?<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d;"> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d;">I am so excited that I have complete my masters in </span></span><a href="http://www.fullsail.edu/degrees/entertainment-business-masters"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Entertainment Business</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d;">, but now what! There are so many different options out there of things to do in music. Should I pursue my own career or focus on others? What is the best way to choose? Who knows! Until the dust settles and things become more apparent I will continue to write a long as you are willing to read and discuss. </span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d;">The music industry has many opportunities (maybe too many) to take advantage of. Since I am more focused on the Christian/Gospel music I know that I may have a lot of digging to do since this genre, although up and coming in the main categories, is still working to be recognized. However, I will be discussing many aspects of music. This would also include </span></span><a href="http://www.childrensmusicworkshop.com/advocacy/12benefits.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #134f5c;">music education</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d;">.</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d;"> In fact education is another topic that could just go on and on forever (kind of like this blog)! </span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d;">Let me tell you, it is amazing to be able to sit back and see so many changes in the industry happening. It seems like it is all happening at one time also! If you just took the time to listen to the music that is played on the radio (granted the radio station is a versatile one) to the different types of songs that are being played you would understand where I was coming from. Well to keep from getting to detail at this moment I will just challenge you to, when you have a moment to yourself, to sit still, listen and then tell me what you hear. Compare it to some of the songs from your younger years and tell me how it has change for you. </span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d;">So what are you waiting for go... listen.... compare!</span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0c343d;">Tanisha </span></span>Tanisha Garfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02093681425555668615noreply@blogger.com0Vilseck, Germany51.165691 10.45152646.068616500000005 0.34410399999999974 56.2627655 20.558948tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4733878560354842137.post-57837973296050323212011-09-25T18:00:00.000-05:002011-09-25T18:00:52.184-05:00Trends in Christian/Gospel Music<br />
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society it is not uncommon to hear a Christian/Gospel artist singing with a
hip-hop, R&B, or Country artist.
This effort to blend more with the modern sound is becoming more of the
trend and more of an exception. It
doesn’t stop there though. It has always been said that the word
needs to reach everyone in every form possible. Should it stop with Christian/Gospel artist blending in with
the more common genres like rock?
Mar Mary for example not have not only sung with rap artist but now they
are partnering with different companies like Pillsbury to advertise a new
product that is being introduce to the market. Is it safe for Mary Mary to associate them selves in such manner? Will it put a splinter in their career
to sing the jingle for the new product?
I would think not. This is
a trend that is catching and resourceful. This would more than likely increase the number of
listeners as well as the number of shoppers who may purchase the product. “</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';">On Monday morning,
August 28th at Chicago's Union Station, the duo joined brand ambassador the
Pillsbury Doughboy for the thrilling kick-off event, during which morning
commuters received a complimentary taste of the new Pillsbury Grands! Biscuit
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crew call H4P is starting a new trend of gospel music in the theatres. “</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Even though the group is very young, it has taken up a social
responsibility to save lives through the distribution of mosquito treated nets
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';">The music industry has always had a trend of artist that is able to
adventure out of the form of music.
The trend that is different over all for Christian/Gospel artist is the
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Tanisha Garfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02093681425555668615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4733878560354842137.post-88463133575345295572011-09-12T03:40:00.000-05:002011-09-12T03:41:29.685-05:00Investment for you and the community<div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 16pt;">When looking for funding one should be aware of he amount as well as the purpose for the financing. It is also useful to be aware of the different types of funding that may be available and in what form you are seeking the funding. It is not required to seek funding just from a bank or form individuals who are looking to invest. Depending on ones needs one may also look to community financial institutions.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 16pt;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 16pt;"><o:p></o:p></span><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 16pt;">Coalition of Community Development Financial Institutions is one of many examples. This institution not only offers funding towards small business owners, they seek to do so in lower income communities. Financial opportunities vary from financing a small business to providing capitol to rebuild communities. There financing is focused towards fair financial options for underserved people and communities. This would be useful for those who are currently considered to be in the lower income status and are seeking to start or continue a small business. <a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_1534779965"><span style="color: #0000f5; text-decoration: none;">Microenterprise Development </span></a><a href="http://cdfi.org/index.php"><span style="color: #0000f5; text-decoration: none;">Loan Fund</span></a> is one form of funding in which they seek to encourage social and business development. After 11 years of service, they have continued to grow not only in the funding but in memberships as well. This allows the company to continue to be a positive resource for those who are seeking funding for a small business.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 16pt;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 16pt;">If one is looking for something that may be more a specific support, there are also options of financing. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 21px;"><a href="http://www.oweesta.org/">Oweesta</a> is another financing opportunity that looks to provide financing and assistance to Native communities. Like Microenterprise, Oweesta has a variety of funding for the Native community, fostering their growth and the rebuilding. Their Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Development is created to assist with the change in the economic movement allowing private businesses, and homeownership to prosper. This allows entrepreneurs to receive funding it also creates more opportunities of employment for the community. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 21px;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 16pt;">Both financial institutions are geared towards the betterment of the community. They offer opportunity for the small business entrepreneurs, support for education and support for creating new or more employment opportunities. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 21px;">If one is seeking a financial supporter that is looking to invest in your community as well as your business the two mention companies would be good options to look at if you qualify for them. </span></div>Tanisha Garfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02093681425555668615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4733878560354842137.post-4685431863452755222011-08-28T08:22:00.000-05:002011-08-28T08:22:25.512-05:00The Inspiration<!--StartFragment--> <br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";">When creating a business plan there are many specifics that need to be address. Specifics such as Management plan, financial control, Technology plan or principal location.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These are just a few of the many components that are required to created a thorough and well thought out business plan.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There are classes and seminars on the best ways to do this, but how many of this resources give you the simply advice to be professional and your-self.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; text-indent: .5in;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"> I understand this to mean, to make your plans according to what fits to you, yet make them factual.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>So many of us get caught up in the process that we loose ourselves or forget the main reason we started.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This in the end causes many of us to create something that, when it is all said and done, are not happy with.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For those who are successful in receive necessary funding and follow through with the plan anyway end up failing a few miles down the road.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Do you think there is a large chance this is due to the fact they followed through with someone else dreams, hopes and idea. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>After researching Jay-Z and Russell Simmons, I was able to see the entire process in a new light.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Through there techniques and styles I realized that knowing the business, and having the education is not enough to run or create your own business.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is important that you keep your main goals in mind during the entire process and while the business continues to grow.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>To many times companies, after reaching a numerous amount of goals or after being in business for so long, tend to get, well, comfortable where they are and feel no need to continue to grow. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";">Jay-Z and Russell have yet to settle in their seats.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Once their companies have reach a certain plateau they are able to move on to bigger and better things.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They were able to start something new or partner with someone that would make a change or difference.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Mr. Summons now has a corporation with many establishments under its name.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These companies are set up not only to make money but also to help make a change.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Looking at the purpose of most of his business it is obvious he works to create a pathway for those who are having harder times than the average moneymaker. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; text-indent: .5in;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";">While being honest with myself I have made changes to my plan that reflect more of what I find realistic to what I am capable of when starting my business.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Some changes include the property where the company will be established, the numbers of employees that will work for me to the type of music I plan to focus on.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Of course changes to any business plan can be made in the future, however these changes better focus on the start of the company, as well as the immediate future.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";">These two experts were an inspiration to me, in that they prove creativity is something that is not lost, but instead redirected as you grow in your abilities to keep the business wheel moving.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have learned that having knowledge of the business is not enough. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Running a business requires me to know the business, as well as myself.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Being aware of my week points, strong points and my limits is very important in that it can help or hurt my success.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These factors combined with the personality can make a long lasting impression on an investor.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Therefore it is important that in the process of creating my business plan, to remember to stay true to what my goals are, research the market well, establish the uniqueness of my plan in a way that portrays who I am, and the excitement of the possibilities of the future. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%;"><br />
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</div><div>He worked with a few artists and participated with a group called Original Flavor for a short while. He soon realized that he did not want to follow the same route as his associates but instead he, along with his friends Damon Dash and Kareem Burke decided to start his own record label call Roc-a-Fella Records. Once the distribution was established he was later able to release his debut album. This was in 1996, today Roc-a-Fella has become an empire and includes more business such as Roc-a-Fella Films and Rockawear. Today Jay-Z has partnered with Live Nation to create <a href="http://rocnation.com/home/">ROC Nation.</a> Live Nation is spread across 33 countries and is know to be one of the top producers of live concerts and their partnership with Jay-z has proven to be nothing but successful. He later went on to become the president of Def Jam which was started by Russell Simmons and Rick Rubin. He did not stop there though. He went on to become part owner of the New Jersey Nets. </div><div><br />
</div><div> Through all of this some of the basic things that he believes that makes you successful is being true to who you are. He believes that the businesses that he partners with he does because they are a part of him and who he is. Starting a business because it is something you like and want to do is a key factor as well as being able to see ahead. </div><div><br />
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</div><div>As mentioned earlier Russell Simmons is part founder of Def Jams, he is also one who has been a large influence in the music, fashion, poetry and comedic world of the industry. He started in the music industry with the Def Jam label and later became more of a businessman through his Corporation<a href="http://www.rushcommunications.com/"> Rush Communications</a> which encompasses a management company, a clothing line, a production company a magazine, Financial services and much more. Today, even though he is still known for the music he produced, he is now well known as a media and fashion mogul. He speaks on his success and he believes the key factor is believing in yourself and your ideas. </div><div><br />
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</div><div>Even with the negative publicity reality TV has been receiving he has found a way to turn it positive. He believes through the shows he has produces it has given some form of positive influence to those who watch. Whether it is show like Run house or his new show about his office that focus on the Career of the woman that work for him. He has learned to take the things he has interest in and roll it into a package that he can show and sell to the consumer.</div><div><br />
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</div>Tanisha Garfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02093681425555668615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4733878560354842137.post-48628438689074366662011-07-24T16:24:00.000-05:002011-07-24T17:04:12.901-05:00Let's recognize them<div class="MsoNormal">Have you ever wondered why gospel music does not get the same hype that R&B, Hip Hop or Dance music receives? For many years people have pondered if the religious aspect of this music is its kiss of death. I wonder what would happen if people just looked at it as an R&B, Hip Hop or dance song with a religious connotation? It would seem that they would receive more attention because it is music with a positive statement...like a "The climb" by Miley Cyrus or "I'm a survivor" by Destiny's child. Shouldn’t they receive more attention or just as much attention as those of the same style. Is it because their positivity comes from God? Shouldn’t they receive more attention or just as much attention as those of the same style?</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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Gospel music seems to be the only genre that is categorized by the lyric content instead of sound. This is not a bad thing, but it may be one of the reasons many are not able to give gospel artist who have crossed over the attention that is earned. This of course may not be a concern for the religious artist as they are working for God and not the media. <br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal">When most people think of fame they think, lots of money, big houses, unique cars, large wardrobe, and unlimited access to all forms of jewelry.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This has become more of the thought process for many people as time goes on and more stars are flaunting their success.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>What many people do not take into consideration though, is the sweat, blood, and tears that many artist put into their work to earn those things.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As the common saying goes the grass is always greener on the other side.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If we were to take a moment a listen to what many artists are saying, you may here warnings and truth about the inside work of the entertainment industry.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You may also here encouragement to stay strong in who you are and what you believe in.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These types of interviews are not posted or aired as much as those that tell the drama and horror of many of their lives.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Why is that?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If we were to stop focusing on drama in their personal lives and more on the positive effects that their art has on us what would happen?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal">This video was put together as an example of some of the things that is put out in the media but not enough for most of the population to catch.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal">What is it about the negative news that makes the industry seem to thrive even more?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Why is there so much pier pressure on artist to be, act, and live a certain way?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There was once a time when being an artist meant you had some form of freedom to express your art.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Whether it is through music, photography, sports, modeling etc.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Now it seems that art expression and the entertainment industry are becoming two separate entities.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">There are a few, who you will not or rarely here of in the tabloids.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>How did they escape the masquerade of drama?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Entertainers such as Denzel Washington, Tom hanks, Julia Roberts, or Will Smith are heard of in advertisements not tabloids. So why is their story different?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Could it be they are part of the few who held strong to their beliefs and morals and did not allow the drama that swarms the entertainment industry to damage or destroy their lives or careers?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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</o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal">Well in Will Smiths case, he seems to take it and spit it back in the tabloids face by being a open with his life and letting them know that there are no lies for them to scrape up and spread across the tabloids.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This doesn’t always work for everyone though.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It would seem that each artist should in the beginning figure out what it is they want and stick with that and not let anyone tell them different.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>That is what seems to work for those who are successful and are not negatively affected by the industry.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This of course is always easier said than done.</div><!--EndFragment-->Tanisha Garfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02093681425555668615noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4733878560354842137.post-60906458560315519712011-06-19T16:20:00.000-05:002011-06-19T16:20:44.055-05:00Music and the Internet<!--StartFragment--> <br />
<div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">As the Internet use grows the music industry is becoming more aware of their lack of control of music sharing and the decrease in CD sales. Consumers are bypassing the store for a more convenient ways to purchase and share music. One of the main issues that companies have to deal with is piracy. Piracy will continue to be a problem because the industry is becoming more digital. Is it possible to control the sharing of music files or create software that tracks the sharing of music in order to continue to receive the profits? What does this mean for the industry? How can the Labels gain control over the Internet to ensure artists are receiving the full profit that is due to them? These are just a few questions that the industry are asking, and trying to figure out since the Internet has become the main source for everything. This will be an ongoing issue since these are issues are not ones that can be solved overnight.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">According to the article like <a href="http://www.businessweek.com/technology/content/mar2009/tc2009035_000194.htm"><span style="color: #0000f5;">Business Week</span></a> the industry is expected to loose 4% until 2013. They discuss the facts of how the digital market is effecting the music industry and how the industry is slow establishing ways to working better with the digital world in order to secure the full profit for the artist.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">Artist such as Pharell discusses the changes that should have been when the Internet was still new and how this may have avoided a lot of the issues they have today. <o:p></o:p></span></div><!--EndFragment--> <br />
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<!--StartFragment--> <div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">In many minds it would seem that the industry is slow to fully grasp the digital world because of the control they loose or the profits they may loose. Pharell also points out that many may not be as rushed to make certain changes because they have the money that others are working so hard to get. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">While others see the industry fighting against something that is going to happen whether they want it to or not. By fighting the digital movement it is causing more damage not only to the artist, but also to the companies themselves. I don't believe there will ever be a full proof way to collect all profits in the digital world but by not finding some form, program, or method to receive profits on the ones that can be tracked subscribed, or logged, it will cause more artist to do more on their own. <o:p></o:p></span></div><!--EndFragment--> <br />
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<div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">In today's society the Internet is becoming the way of business for everything. This is something that can be grabbed by the horns or fought against it every step of the way. For an artist, it is becoming more of an advantage to go with the flow. Artist are able to not only connect on a more personal level with their fans, but they are also able to advertise, promote, and distribute more through the Internet than any other form. For example, <a href="http://www.justinbiebermusic.com/bio.aspx"><span style="color: #0000f5;">Justin Beiber</span></a> started out with YouTube and Twitter, by sending simply messages of where he was and what he was doing and sharing home videos of his self performing in different places. He took the industry by surprise with his resourcefulness as well as his charm and voice. He was able to establish a large fan base before he was a "well-known" artist. Of course his determination and persistence in achieving his goals has a lot to do with it, but his and his mothers ability to use proper resources on the Internet is what helped to bring it all together.<o:p></o:p></span></div><!--EndFragment--> <br />
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<div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">Sites such as Myspace were one of the first with the ability to advertise and promote oneself, but YouTube has become one of the largest methods to search and find new and up coming artist. Justin's mother could see his potential and love for music and began sharing that with friends family and the world through YouTube. Little did she know he would receive so much attention. With managers and labels searching YouTube on a daily basis it is not surprising that this young artist was soon discovered. It was not long before he was able to communicate his wants and goals to Labels and artist such as Usher and Justin Timberlake. Once his career officially took off, it did not stop him from communicating with his fans in the same fashion. His humble and kind personality only help to gain more respect and fans. Even those who could careless for his music or him in general still know who he is or at least have heard his name and sometimes that is all it takes.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">Now of course he is not the only artist found from YouTube, but he is a great example of how the Internet can be something positive for artist and labels, if it is used to their advantage. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;">Another amazing factor is that it is not just for vocal artist and musicians. The full spectrum of entertainment can use and has used Youtube and other sites like it to put their product out their for all to see. Whether it is a dancer like <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/ChangChangIDA">Chang Chang</a> or seminars about entertainment, one has a whole world of opportunities to explore. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Times;"><br />
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Case are not just based on the facts or common sense issues. A company should be prepared for anything that can be construed or misunderstood. The best way to be prepared for that is to have all papers current and expert legal assistance. If not your company will be waisting money more on cases, which may not even be worth a dime, and less on building the business. Other issues such as fair use of music may come into play many times before the year is over. <br />
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<span style="font-family: Times;">As </span><span style="color: #262626; font-family: Times;">members of singing duo Xuriyanggang, Wang Xu and Liu Gang became popular through the use of Wang Feng song In the Spring. Once it was clear that Xuriyanggang were making way in the industry <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wang-Feng-%E7%8E%8B%E5%B3%B0/28194641255">Wang Feng</a> forbade them any further use of the song. The permission was initially given to help open the way on their path, but it became increasingly clear that those privileges were being taken advantage of. There are many in China that feel Wang Feng is being selfish but in the end it is his right and quite considerate of him to allow them that use and not sue for the money they began to make from the use of his music. Xuriyanggang was making up to 7,500 a show and part of that success is believed to be from the use of Feng’s material. In the end, this is one story that ends with a positive that the new artist apologizes to the writer and actually apologizes for the over use of his material. Also stating their understanding of such decision. Yet and still Yeng may have lost some followers because of this event.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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http://www.jeanniedeva.com/site/444991/page/2106637Tanisha Garfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02093681425555668615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4733878560354842137.post-61769362555649546612011-04-17T08:15:00.000-05:002011-04-17T08:15:21.662-05:00Gospel/Christian music crossing over<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgar9yX8tiRMBuhJkMN120RLcLkmbzOgmMocGC4OvZpoKG4i2s3M9Y0Wlj8o8kfGECM2BrsXDYRst1ruP_yTh33xrl8Pq_ZiaZVR_oJ9y_gBTVW_6UAzGi2hZ1l7g1A7QBQD0JKy01SU6U/s1600/abandon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><img border="0" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgar9yX8tiRMBuhJkMN120RLcLkmbzOgmMocGC4OvZpoKG4i2s3M9Y0Wlj8o8kfGECM2BrsXDYRst1ruP_yTh33xrl8Pq_ZiaZVR_oJ9y_gBTVW_6UAzGi2hZ1l7g1A7QBQD0JKy01SU6U/s200/abandon.jpg" width="200" /></span></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">In today’s society it is becoming more and more common for gospel and Christian artist to be heard in the main music stream of pop and R&B. Knowing the simple facts the words Gospel and Christian hold, there used to be mixed feelings about this movement. Artist such as Kirk Franklin or <span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.myspace.com/abandon">Abandon</a></span> are often heard in the main stream and fit right in. Does this change the meaning of the music? I wouldn't think so. It serves its purpose, which is to reach everyone so that all can hear the word of God. This crossover provides listeners who are turned off by the religious genre, a way to enjoy their choice in style of music while being inspired and encouraged at the same time. Religious music is suppose to help those who seek God and those who want and/or need that guidance and the additional positive factor in this is that others who have not taken the time to think about the Higher power will be able to enjoy and hear the word without it being forced down there throats. This gives the manager of such artist much work to do. The artist are now not only being promoted in the religious genres but now the manager has to work with through connections of the R&B, Pop, Heavy Metal, etc, to ensure their artist are getting optimal exposure and not being pushed to the side. </span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><object width="320" height="266" class="BLOGGER-youtube-video" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0" data-thumbnail-src="http://0.gvt0.com/vi/kdcn2m6X_WA/0.jpg"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/kdcn2m6X_WA&fs=1&source=uds" /><param name="bgcolor" value="#FFFFFF" /><embed width="320" height="266" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/kdcn2m6X_WA&fs=1&source=uds" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed></object></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> This may happen to many artists who do not have management that is knowledgeable in the industry or understands how to use their networks and connections to guarantee their success. Another factor the manager has to take into consideration is the image. With religious artist crossing over into the mainstream their image will be looked at through a magnifying glass. Is this fair? No not really but that is part of the life. It is the same as the congregation that views their minister, pastor or preacher in the same way. The fans already hold a high caliber for their mainstream artist, and so the religious artist not only is held to those standards, but a level even higher because of who they are representing through their music. So managers are taking a look at the artist image in some of the same ways a fan does knowing that the personal life of an artist can hurt their career that much more. <span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.tyetribbett.com/">Tye Tribbett</a> </span>and <span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.kirkfranklin.com/">Kirk Franklin</a></span> have experienced some of this. They both have been exposed for doing things that goes against what God stands for, and for how they portray themselves. Even so their management team has been able to use these factors as a positive to help their careers instead of allowing it to be ruin it. </span><br />
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