Causes

Okay so I’m still on the political thing. In fact, I may be riding this out until the United States presidential elections are over . . . so get ready. I’ve been holding my peace for quite some time now, and I just can’t hold it anymore. Over the past few weeks, several prominent stories have emerged in the media that clearly demonstrates the undervaluing of women lives.

Ate too much over the weekend? And, now you’re feeling bloated? Do your pants feel too tight around the waist? And, now you think you’ve gained weight? Hold on, it’s not as bad as you think.

I was really not going to mention ANYTHING about the Susan G. Komen split from planned parenthood because I know planned parenthood is a touchy subject for people. I can't understand WHY it's a touchy subject because I am a firm believe in pro-choice and although I could not ever make that decision to abort my child, I know it is beyond me to prevent another woman from making her own choice. HOWEVER, within days or maybe even hours they reversed the split! So now I need to speak...Was this just some kind of publicity stunt to help raise awareness about Komen and planned parenthood?

McDonalds is flooding the TV with their enticing but misleading breakfast commercials again. And, why not, January is the month where many are looking for great bargains and quick, nutritional, meals.  STOP! “McDonalds is the epitome of what’s wrong with the way we eat today”, says Mark Bitman of the NY Times, Feb 22, 2011 article.