“Physical therapists must and often do fight tremendous battles to achieve great victories which are tiny increments of recovery.
Physical Therapists working in the Veteran Affairs Medical Centers – my testament experience has been Minneapolis – have worked for eight years one pay grade below their due for no other apparent reason than that most of the physical therapists are women.

I am a Veteran of an Honorable Military of an Honorable Nation, Myself in the first wave of the Vietnam – era draft.

I feel dishonored.

I spoke to Al Franken at the Minnesota State Fair this past fall, and I know that he and Amy Klobucher are two ‘good soldiers’ who will see and do the right thing for the physical therapists. Block Al Franken is Malevolent.”

Quadruple Bypass Burger

Who?

Mega Double Stuff Oreo, Corn Dog Pizza, Double Bacon Hamburger Fatty Melt, French Fry-Encased Hot Dog on a Stick, Turbaconucken, Deep Fried Mars Bar, The Hamdog, The Monster, Giant Breakfast Burrito, and Mega Pizza.

What?

A collection of the most fattening food combinations known to the World. 

When?

When you no longer want to see your muscles.  

Where?

In your kitchen. In your car. In your bed. In your living room. At the office. 

Why?

Because you are too damn skinny and can’t handle it anymore. If you want to develop a winter coat (and save money), increase ability to float, repel a crazy-obsessed girlfriend, or have absolutely no shame about eating whatever the hell you please. 

How?

Mix all of the most delicious, fat-made foods in one gigantic plate. Name it. Eat it.

Krispy Kreme Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburgers

French Fry-Encased Hot Dog on a Stick

Corn Dog Pizza

Double Bacon Hamburger Fatty Melt

Mega Double Stuff Oreo

The Hamdog

Mega Pizza

The Monster

Turbaconucken

Deep Fried Mars Bar

Giant Breakfast Burrito

Who? 

Amazon.com is releasing the Kindle 2, an updated version of the Kindle – a digital notebook that can download thousands of books for instant electronic reading. The original Kindle can be found at amazon.com. 

What? 

Amazon has just revealed the Kindle 2 – it’s thinner, faster, and is filled with new capabilities (see why? section). The original Kindle sold out in both of the years it has been available. This year, the Kindle sold out by November – faster than Amazon anticipated. This was unfortunate for those asked Santa for the Kindle in 2008.

Today, Monday February 9, 2009, Amazon announced the Kindle 2 launch date and product capabilities at the New York Library. Famous novelist Stephen King spoke at the conference, announcing a release of his new book “Ur” that will be distributed exclusively on Kindle 2. 

When? 

February 24, 2009. 

Where? 

Amazon.com for $359 (the same price as the original Kindle)

Why? 

Amazon was started as an online buyer and reseller of books. It has turned into an online retail store for all sorts of items, but books are at the heart of the company’s business. The Kindle was the first electronic reading tablet available. It combines the vast online bookstore offered by Amazon with a portable device; A Kindle owner can purchase and download a new book to the Kindle in less than a minute at a fraction of the price of a printed book. It is an enormously handy device that saves the average book reader loads of money (and space). 

The Kindle 2.0 has been introduced in order to compete with other brands (like Sony) who are selling devices similar to the Kindle. Here is a a list of the new Kindle 2 features: 

•  5-way controller for more fluid navigation.
• 16 shades of grey.
• 20% faster page turning.
• 25% longer battery life (2 weeks on a single charge).
• 7 times more storage, now holds 1,500 books.
• 10.2 ounces and
• 25% skinnier than the iPhone.
• Text-to-voice for weird computer-sounding audio books.

How? 

The Kindle 2 will be distributed online from Amazon. It is anticipated that the device will sell out as quickly, if not quicker, than its predecessor (the original Kindle). 

For Additional Information:

Amazon Kindle 2 debuts

“The Kindle 2 is Coming”

“Kindle 2 Announced: Why or Why Don’t You Want One?”

“Kindle 2 is now on the Amazon website–See New Video…02.09.09″ 

“Amazon Kindle 2.0 Launched Today”

“Amazon Unveils Kindle 2.0″ by the Wall Street Journal

“Kindle 2 Ships February 24th, $359″ by Fastcompany

Who?

 Tiger Woods, Elin Woods, Sam Alexis Woods, and Charlie Axel Woods. The Woods Family. 

What? 

Tiger Woods and his wife Elin Woods have just given birth to their second child Charlie Axel Woods. Tiger and Elin also have a 19 month old daughter Sam Alexis Woods. On Sunday February 8, 2009, Tiger released a statement on his website: 

“Elin and I are thrilled to announce the birth of our son, Charlie Axel Woods, who was born on Sunday, February 8, 2009. Both Charlie and Elin are doing great and we want to thank everyone for their sincere best wishes and kind thoughts. Sam is very excited to be a big sister and we feel truly blessed to have such a wonderful family. I also want to thank our doctors, nurses and hospital staff for their personal and professional care. We look forward to introducing Charlie to you at the appropriate time, and thanks again from all of us for your kindness and support.”  (source: tigerwoods.com)

When?

Sunday February 8, 2009. 

Where?

Unknown

Why?

Woods has been out of competitive golf since June 2008 due to surgery on his knee (ACL injury), and he does not expect to be fully recovered until well into 2009. On People  Woods has explained the enjoyment of being home to spend time with his wife and 19 month old daughter, Sam. Unable to play physically and having a new family to take care of, it seems a suitable time for Woods and his wife to have another child and raise their children. With two children under the age of two and a knee injury, it does not seem likely Woods will return to his full-time job (professional golf) any time soon. 

How?

The Stork.

For More Information See:

Tiger Woods Official Page

Huffington Post: “Charlie Axel Woods: Tiger Woods Welcomes a Son” 

Wikipedia – Tiger Woods

The Examiner – “Tiger Woods and Wife Elin welcome a Baby Boy!”

“Tiger Woods Welcomes a Baby Boy!”

“Tiger Woods, Wife Have Second Child”

“Tiger Woods, Wife Give Birth to a Second Child”

Record Of The Year 

Winner: Please Read the Letter/Robert Plant & Alison Krauss

Album Of The Year

Winner: Raising Sand/Robert Plant & Alison Krauss

Song Of The Year

Winner: Viva la Vida/ Coldplay

Best New Artist 

Winner: Adele

Best Female Pop Vocal Performance 

Winner: Chasing Pavements/Adele

Best Male Pop Vocal Performance 

Winner: Say/John Mayer

 Vocals 

Winner: Viva la Vida/Coldplay

Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals 

Winner: Rich Woman/Robert Plant & Alison Krauss

Best Pop Vocal Album 

Winner: Rockferry/Duffy

Best Dance Recording 
Winner: Harder Better Fast Stronger/Daft Punk

Best Electronic/Dance Album 

Winner: Alive 2007/Daft Punk

Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album 

Winner: Still Unforgettable/Natalie Cole

Best Solo Rock Vocal Performance 

Winner: Gravity/John Mayer 

Best Rock Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals 

Winner: Sex on Fire/Kings of Leon

Best Rock Song 

Winner: Girls in Their Summer Clothes/Bruce Springsteen

Best Rock Album 

Winner: Viva la Vida Or Death And All His Friends/Coldplay

Best Alternative Music Album 

Winner: In Rainbows/Radiohead

Best Female R&B Vocal Performance 

Winner: Super Woman/Alicia Keys

Best Male R&B Vocal Performance 

Winner: Miss Independent/Ne-Yo

Best R&B Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals 

Winner: Stay With My (By The Sea)/John Legend

Best R&B Song 

Winner: Miss Independent/Ne-Yo

Best R&B Album 

Winner: Jennifer Hudson/Jennifer Hudson

Best Contemporary R&B Album 

Winner: Growing Pains/Mary J. Blige

Best Rap Solo Performance 

Winner: A Milli/Lil Wayne

Best Rap Performance By A Duo Or Group 

Winner: Swagga Like Us/Jay-Z & TI

Best Rap Song 

Winner: Lollipop/Lil Wayne

Best Rap Album 

Winner: Tha Carter III/Lil Wayne

Best Female Country Vocal Performance 

Winner: Last Name/Carrie Underwood

Best Male Country Vocal Performance 

Winner: Letter to Me/Brad Paisley

Best Country Song 

Winner: Stay/Sugarland

Best Country Album 

Winner: Troubadour/George Strait

Best Comedy Album 

Winner: It’s Bad For Ya/George Carlin

Best Compilation Soundtrack Album For Motion Picture, Television Or Other Visual Media 

Winner: Juno/Various Artists

Best Score Soundtrack Album For Motion Picture, Television Or Other Visual Media 

Winner: The Dark Knight

Best Song Written For Motion Picture, Television Or Other Visual Media 

Winner: Down to Earth/Peter Gabriel

Best Short Form Music Video 

Winner: Pork and Beans/Weezer

To See Performances go to: 

2009 Grammy Awards Performances

Other Links:

http://seasonsandepisodes.com/

http://sheenabeaston.blogspot.com

www.manolith.com

http://www.bumpershine.com/

http://philvelez.blogspot.com/

The Who? What? When? Where? Why? How? of the Grammys. 

Who? 

Artists listed as nominees in the 2009 Grammy Awards. Nominees for Record of the Year Include: “Chasing Pavements” by Adele, “Viva la Vida” by Coldplay, “Bleeding Love” by Lenida Lewis, “Paper Planes” by M.I.A., and “Please Read the Letter” by Robert Plant and Alison Krauss. Nominees for the Album of the Year Include: Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends by Coldplay, Tha Carter Volume III by Lil’ Wayne, Year of the Gentlemen by Ne-Yo, Raising Sand by Robert Plant and Alison Krauss, and In Rainbows by Radiohead. Nominees for Song of the Year include: “American Boy” by Estelle feat. Kanye West, “Chasing Pavements” by Adele, “I’m Yours” by Jason Mraz, “I’m Yours” by Sara Bareilles, and “Viva la Vida” by Coldplay. Nominees for Best New Artist include: Adele, Duffy, Jonas Brothers, Lady Antebellum, and Jazmine Sullivan. For all categories visit: Grammy Home

What?

The Grammy Awards, commonly known as the “Grammys,” are the most widely publicized and recognized music awards in the United States. Each year, artists are selected as nominees into a host of music categories. Upon nomination, the award winner receives the Grammy trophy (a golden gramophone) which symbolizes excellence in the given category. As of 2007, 7,578 Grammy Trophies have been awarded. 

When? 

February 8, 2009 at 8:00 PM Pacific Time. 

Where?

Staples Center. Los Angeles, California (This is the 6th consecutive year the Grammys have been held in LA). 

Why?

The Grammy Awards are prestigious for those in the music world. No matter if they are new to the public and well-established, those nominated are considered prominent musicians. Strolling down the red carpet means you’re definitely doing something right as an artist. You’re songs are popular and selling. The press is drooling over you. Concerts are selling out. Your record label is keeping you. For the music listeners of the world, the Grammys can introduce new music and display spectacular (or not so spectacular) performances. The red carpet displays miraculous dresses with sexiness. It’s exciting to watch for Sunday entertainment. 

How?

The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences  and record labels enter into nomination the Music works they feel are the most deserving. From that point, 150 experts from the music recording industry review the nominations and choose those nominations they determine most deserving. The most deserving Music/Recording Artists are placed in official Grammy nomination categories.

Who?

Tameka Foster, the wife of R&B artist Usher. They have two children together, Naveid Ely Raymond and Usher Raymond V. The couple also has three sons from a previous relationship.

What?
Tameka Foster has reportedly suffered complications from past plastic surgery. On Saturday (2/7/09) Usher missed a performance scheduled for Clive Davis’ pre-Grammy bash, stating he had to attend “a serious injury in the family.” Additionally, Usher was missed the Grammy Awards on Sunday (2/8/08).

When?
Saturday February 7, 2009

Where?
Brazil. It is reported that a neurosurgeon is on his way down to South America to diagnose and treat Foster.

Why?It is speculated that Tameka Foster is suffering complications due to the fact that she has had five children and several plastic surgery operations.

How?
At this point there is not much news as to how she has developed complications, or why she has developed complications. It is being kept quiet. It is reasonable to assume that a recent plastic surgery operation and the recent birth of her child Naveid in December is the cause.

Sources For More Information: 

Popeater.com

Poponthepop

Starblogs

People Magazine

Category: Entertainment. February 8, 2009. 

Author: Andrew Birkholz, AskSixDaily.wordpress.com