Robin Robins Talks About Girlfriend On "Good Morning America": Watch Adorable Clip

   This morning, Robin Roberts broke more ground on daytime when she casually discussed coming out on "Good Morning America" as the hosts were talking about what they did for the holidays. Watch the clip below, and, once again, congratulations to Robin for taking the step to live open and honestly in your life.

"Tiger Mom" Or "Tiger Racist"?: How Amy Chua's New Book Shows Her Ignorance, Superiority Complex

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 "Tiger Mom", Amy Chua, is back with a new book, which many, including myself, are calling out for its racist undertones. Well, some would say the material in her book is simply a dissection of ethnic groups and what makes them successful and unsuccessful, but, to me, I say it's racist. In the book, Chua states that their are certain groups (mostly ethnic groups but she throws Mormons in their as well) that are superior to other because of traits that they have. While she tries to sugarcoat it by saying that we all can be like these people if we practice the traits that make them successful, the simple fact of the matter is that putting different races in the "better than" category makes her seem like a racist. Oh, and the fact that she used the  word "superior" doesn't due much to help her cause either.
    While she may think her point is valid, the simple fact of the matter is that while she may look at what makes the groups she names as "superior" better than others, she neglects to point out that their are also historical and cultural aspects that make other groups have to work harder to achieve success in our country.  For instance, studies have shown that African Americans have to work harder to achieve success in this country due to the fact that the affects of racism still linger in this the U.S. This affects everything from their chances at good educations and jobs, and, in the end, it affects their way of life.
    The same goes for Asians from poorer countries like Cambodia and Vietnam. While Chua points out that Chinese families are one of the "superior" groups, she neglects to discuss that this is due to the fact that the Chinese economy was one of the better economies in Asia. Meanwhile, immigrants who came here from Vietnam and Cambodia were fleeing wars that tore their countries' infrastructures apart, and they had to start from square one.This greatly impacted the way that they were viewed in America. Many didn't speak English, and therefore their job choices were limited. Meanwhile, their Chinese counterparts were getting more job opportunities because of the fact that they had a better understanding of English than their immigrant counterparts, and they had more of a financial footing to come to America. Chua never mentions this though, and, to me, it shows that she is determined to get the point across that she's superior even if it means only telling half truths.
     I say all this to say that while I completely disagree with Chua's "superior" thinking, I do have to say that the message that that we all should work harder to achieve our dreams is one that I agree with completely. I just fear for those kids out there who may be working towards their dream who get discouraged by the words of Amy Chua. After all, when one points out one group as superior, they are calling everyone else inferior. Those kids out there who Chua referred to as inferior may be facing hurdles and challenges that Chua may have never dreamed of, and her words will do nothing but hurt, not help, these children. So, to those kids out there, I say you are not inferior, and that, in spite of the challenges your face, you can go anywhere you want to go and be anything you want to be.  Oh, and in the meantime, pay no attention to Amy Chua.

Five Things To Do This Week To Get The New Year Started Right And Have The Best 2014 Possible!

   It's that time again. We go back to work, take our kids back to school, and assess the weight that we have gained over the holiday season. It may be a depressing time for many of us, but there are certain things that we can do in order to get back on track for the new year. Here's five things that you can do this week to help you start 2014 the right way.

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1.) Take down your Christmas decorations this week. If you haven't already, put away the Christmas decor. It will make your house seem fresh and new, and it will help you get started right in 2014.

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2.) Go for a jog. Start shedding some of those holiday pounds by getting your workout on. This not only helps with weight, but the endorphins you get through working out will help you fight the post-holiday blues.
                               

(From www.telegraph.co.uk)

3.) Read your kids a bedtime story. Over the holidays, you may have been so busy you forgot about spending quality times with your kids. This is the perfect way to reconnect with you children and start your new year as a family right. 

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4.) Take a nap. After running around for all those weeks, it's time you let your body get some rest. A good afternoon nap is the perfect solution to recharge after the stressful holiday season. 

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5.) Last but not least, make sure you and your partner get the new year started off right by spicing things up in the bedroom. Ask your partner if they want to try something new sexually, and then do it with them.  It's the perfect way to get the new year started off right, and, if all goes well, it will leave both of you with smiles on your faces.

                           
                                 

Not "Schocking" At All: GOP Congressman Aaron Schock Called Out On Facebook by Itay Hod For Simultaneously Being Gay, Homophobic

Hod (From Itay Hod's Twitter)

 Sometimes gay journalists just have enough when it comes to covering gay, anti-gay politicians. This is exactly the case when it comes to openly gay anchor Itay Hod and Congressman and political fitness guru Aaron Schock. Hod, a journalist for CBS, took to Facebook to share his disapproval of news networks letting well known gay GOP politicians slide, even going as far as to ask them questions about "finding a nice girl". In this post, he alluded to a hypothetical GOP Congressman from Iowa who a friend of his caught in the shower with another dude. He then goes on to note that this Congressman has been caught in gay bars in D.C. and is pretty much out to everyone who knows him, and he laments that it's unfair that no one can reference that he's gay since, well, he's one of the most homophobic politicians in America. At the end of the post, he links to an article about Aaron Schock's gayest Instagrams, pretty much revealing that Schock is the politician who he is referencing.

Schock (From www.menshealth.com)

  While some are saying that posting such a thing is inappropriate, I say that Itay is doing what every journalist out there should be doing, telling the truth. This is especially the case since Schock has voted against hate crimes bills, gay marriages, and every other piece of legislation that is beneficial to the gay community. If all this time, he is living as an out and proud gay man in his personal life while doing such detrimental work against the rest of his community, he has explaining to do. It may be outing, but, in this case, it's appropriate and necessary.
     Schock took this news the worst way possible, by locking down his Instagram account. Because what says I have nothing to hide then locking down one's social media accounts? In my personal opinion, I feel that Schock should take this opportunity, if he is gay, to come out and be open and honest about his orientation. He then needs to work through his issues and make a mends with the gay community for all the harm he has done to them. It may be uncomfortable for him at first, but with more and more young people (even Republicans) supporting gay marriage, who knows, it may just help his political career in the future.

Oh, and big kudos to Itay Hod for taking such a brave step in doing his job as a journalist. He just earned my respect.

Fri-Gay: Chris Kluwe Speaks Out,Zeke Thomas Comes Out, Utah Marriage Goes On, And More!

      It's Fri-Gay once again, and this week was filled with news pertaining to the GLBT community. One of the biggest stories is a piece that former Minnesota Vikings player Chris Kluwe wrote that said that he was let go from the NFL for supporting gay rights. He even said that coaches made homophobic remarks in his presence due to his advocacy, and that one even stated that gays should be moved to an island and nuked. Mike Priefer, the coach who allegedly made the statement, has come out denying Kluwe's claim, but Kluwe stands firm to his proclamation.

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     Keeping with sports news, Zeke Thomas, son of NBA star Isaiah Thomas, acknowledged his sexuality this week. Zeke, who is a DJ, said that his parents were totally cool with him being gay. He joins Magic Johnson's son of two sons of sportsmen who have come out recently. Congratulations Zeke on being open about your sexuality.
     In celebrity news, Ricky Martin and his boyfriend of five years have officially broken up. Clay Aiken, gay former American Idol contestant, is reportedly thinking about making a run for Congress in North Carolina. Thomas Roberts, out MSNBC host, is getting a new gig on "Way Too Early" on the Peacock network's cable news channel, moving from his slot at 11 a.m. He will also be a contributor on "Morning Joe". In other gay anchor news, Robin Robert's coming out garnered her a tweet from Michelle Obama congratulating her on acknowledging the fact that she's gay. Not too shabby Robin, not too shabby at all!
       Last but not least, Utah gay marriages are still going on in spite of every conservative in the state trying to get a stay put on them. I don't know what will happen in this instance, but I have a feeling that the conservatives will have a lost cause on their hands if it ever gets to the Supreme Court. In the meantime, every county in Utah is issuing gay marriage licenses, and the wedding industry is booming in "The Beehive State". Who knows, maybe by this week it will all be settled and gay marriage will be in Utah to stay? Come back next Friday to find out and happy Fri-Gay to you and yours!

Freaky Friday: Kim Jung Un Didn't Like His Uncle, So He Fed Him To 120 Dogs (Allegedly)

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     Everyone knows that living in a dictatorship sucks. Well, the people of North Korea probably live in the worst dictatorship known to man in the modern world, and they know not to speak against Kim Jong Un for fear of retribution. After all, reports say that when Kim Jong Un felt his uncle was showing him mad disrespect, he took things into his own hands...and the jaws of 120 hungry dogs. Yes, reports say that the dictator stripped his uncle naked and fed him to 120 HUNGRY canines in retribution for not showing him the proper treatment that is to be granted to a supreme leader (aka jerk) in a severe case of family dysfunction. So the next time you think your family has problems, just be glad your getting in screaming matches and not feeding each other to rabid animals for sport.

Thursday Craziness: Macklemore's "Thrift Shop" Gets A Christian Remix (Sort Of)

    There have been several YouTube videos posted over the last few years that take popular songs and put a spiritual spin on them to make them appropriate for the born again masses. Most notably, "Super Grace", a Christian version of Nicki Minaj's "Super Bass" made the rounds on the internet a couple years ago. Well, now Macklemore and his song "Thrift Shop" has gotten its own Christ centered version. Well, sort of. Watching the video it's hard to tell if the three Christian young men are serious Christians or just joking. After all, I don't know many Christians who throw Bibles on the floor and joke that they save puppies. Watch below and tell me what you think. Is this for real or not?