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Author-Poet Aberjhani Work and Soul in Michael Jackson's This Is it: The Human Nature of the Dance

Michael Jackson with dancers in This is It. (AP photo release) It says a lot that even while its principle star struggled to conserve creative energy and was simply “warming up” for the actual live performance scheduled to follow, Michael Jackson’s This Is It snagged the Octob… Continue

Added by Author-Poet Aberjhani on November 15, 2009 at 3:00pm — No Comments

Michael Aaron This is Now....

Hey everyone just dropping in again. I just wanted to let you know the art show this past Saturday went well. I'm very sad that I couldn't be there, but I just got a job and because of the necessity of money, I could not attend. :( All the other contingent members said it was a blast though, and I'm glad the group had a good show! :) I only had one new piece on exhibit at the show this time around and I will post it eventually so ya'll can see. It is a new transparent ultra violet painting. I ha… Continue

Added by Michael Aaron on September 9, 2009 at 2:11am — No Comments

Author-Poet Aberjhani Michael Jackson: A Moonwalking Giant Lies Down to Rest

The Pieta by Michelangelo at Forest Lawn, Glendale, California. While investigations surrounding the death of Michael Jackson steadily progressed and media frenzy over different facets of his life continued, the great entertainer and philanthropist himself was laid to res… Continue

Added by Author-Poet Aberjhani on September 6, 2009 at 4:29pm — 1 Comment

Author-Poet Aberjhani Princes and Poets of the Realm

The late Senator Edward "Ted" Kennedy's memoir True Compass. When word came of the death of Senator Edward M. “Ted” Kennedy (1932-2009) last week, I did as I so often do when hearing about the passing of someone whose life had a major influence on my own––I reached for my pen to wri… Continue

Added by Author-Poet Aberjhani on August 30, 2009 at 5:28pm — No Comments

Author-Poet Aberjhani Notes for an Elegy in the Key of Michael (I)

Fans celebrate Michael Jackson's birthday in Paris, France. (AP photo by Christophe Ena) “This world we live in is the dance of the Creator. Dancers come and go in the twinkling of an eye but the dance lives on.” --Michael Jackson, The Dance The black stContinue

Added by Author-Poet Aberjhani on August 29, 2009 at 5:19pm — No Comments

Author-Poet Aberjhani Michael Jackson: Legacies of a Globetrotting Moonwalking Philanthropist (Part 1)

Michael Jackson in dancer mode for the "This Is It" tour. As what would have been the beloved iconic entertainer’s 51st birthday approaches (August 29, 2009) the world community once again finds itself engaged in rediscovering, redefining, and re-devour… Continue

Added by Author-Poet Aberjhani on August 26, 2009 at 1:40am — 1 Comment

Starchild Indigo The Quotable Michael Jackson

Singer Michael Jackson August 29, 1959-June 25, 2009 When a friend expressed her sadness over the recent death of Michael Jackson, she was surprised to hear me say I never paid much attention to his music or videos. I like different kinds of music but in theContinue

Added by Starchild Indigo on July 7, 2009 at 2:30pm — 1 Comment

Joyce White Michael, Farrah and Ed McMahon, All Stars

Growing up with Michael, Farrah & EdMcMahon 6/28/2009 9:25:00 AM by Joyce White Artists spend so much time creating their art, they forget to work on their personal lives. I, myself, try to live my life in between drafts. Michael Jackson lived with a child's heart. Listen to his song! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SogvtTPpM60&eurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.researchcompanion.com%2F&feature=player_embedded Sometimes there comes along artists like Michael and Elvis, and many more, too… Continue

Added by Joyce White on June 30, 2009 at 11:00pm — No Comments

In Love With Music Maybe We Still Are the World

So many reasons this classic "We are the World" video is one of the most amazing things musicians have ever done. With words and music by Michael Jackson and Lionel Ritchie, the video features some of the greatest talents in the history of American music. I couldn't count or catch them all but this list is the one's I could: Ray Charles Bob Dylan Michael Jackson Al Jarreau Quincy Jones Cydney Lauper Huey Lewis Steve Perry (?) Lionel Ritchie Diana Ross Bruce Springsteen Tina… Continue

Added by In Love With Music on June 29, 2009 at 3:19pm — No Comments

Author-Poet Aberjhani To Walk a Lifetime in Michael Jackson's Moccasins

Michael Jackson in concert around 1995. (photographer unknown) You probably can’t read the words in the note next to the accompanying photo of Michael Jackson, but they were handwritten by the singer himself during the mid 1990s when he was consContinue

Added by Author-Poet Aberjhani on June 27, 2009 at 3:39pm — 2 Comments

Michael Guy "Little Fish in a Digital Sea" - and my "first" widget

Michael Guy Well did my "widget" work? Most of you here know what a widget is, but I was surprised not everybody. My sister works every day with computers at work but didn't know what a widget was. I hope this thing posts at CTI, I've tried these things at AD (AuthorsDen.com for the few writers who aren't registerd there) and they never work for me there. PAYPLAY or is it PayPlay? Anyway that's whContinue

Added by Michael Guy on August 14, 2008 at 8:14pm — 1 Comment

Michael Guy At least me and my CD made it to iTunes! (and CDbaby)

8/9/2008 10:17:14 AM I'm thrilled! It's been a struggle and its not like I'll get any promotion, but if you search MICHAEL GUY on iTunes, my CD AugustOceanOverture will come up! Apparently, since July my piano jazz/new age CD August Ocean Overture has been listed under pop jazz on iTunes. I submitted it to CDbaby's digital distribution in June. I am thrilled, although it will be tough going getting anyone to know it's there. Even I didn't download iTunes software until just last week. Than I dec… Continue

Added by Michael Guy on August 12, 2008 at 11:30am — 4 Comments

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Writing the Year 2009 Michael Jackson Legend 1 Reply

Display for Official Michael Jackson OPUS Book on display in London. (Press release photo) The Michael Jackson story has arguably been the most compelling of 2009 and more than once has caused...

Tagged: news, music, movie, singers, authors

Started by Author-Poet Aberjhani in The CTI News Room. Last reply by Author-Poet Aberjhani Nov 29.

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To Walk a Lifetime in Michael Jackson's Moccasins 17 Replies

Michael Jackson in concert around 1995. (photographer unknown) You probably can’t read the words in the note next to the accompanying photo of Michael Jackson, but they were handwritten by the ...

Tagged: African, Music, News, Movie, American

Started by Aberjhani in Music and You. Last reply by Kimmy Van Kooten Nov 16.

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IF MEN ARE FROM MARS...AND WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS...WHERE ARE PEOPLE WHO ARE BORN WITH BOTH GENDERS FROM??? 1 Reply

IT MAKES ME WANNA HOLLA AND THROW UP BOTH MY HANDS!!!!FACTS…HUMAN BEINGS, INVENT COMPETIION FOR WOMEN…WOMAN WON RACE… OTHER WOMEN SAY SHE SHOULD NOT WIN BECAUSE SHE IS NOT A WOMAN, BECAUSE SHE HAS ...

Started by SOFIA PEACHES in The CTI News Room. Last reply by Author-Poet Aberjhani Nov 15.

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Get 3 FREE Dissertation Topics Without Spending a Single PENNY!

3 Free Dissertation Topics??? Really??? Well… You must be reading this post just to confirm if the statement is true OR “Free Dissertation Topics” under discussion are those that must have been ove...

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Started by Cassidy David in CTI Creative Marketing Tips Aug 20.

The Path of a Creative Thinker at CTI

CREATIVE THINKERS INTERNATIONAL MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES




1. Membership at CTI is free and open to all those interested in either the production or appreciation of the creative arts, to include literature, visual art, dance, music, film, spiritual theory, the social sciences, philosophy, general humanities, scientific inquiry, education in general, and other disciplines intended to enhance the quality of life for all humanity.

2. Materials posted by Members of CTI are their sole responsibility and not that of CTI management or any other member of the CTI site.

3. While recognizing that the work of creative artists is often controversial by its very nature, CTI prohibits and discourages the posting of any overtly obscene and intentionally inflammatory material. These include overt pornography, racist diatribes, religious slander, and any postings promoting discrimination against or the oppression of other human beings.

4. In the interest of stimulating creative growth, we encourage dialogue and even debate. However, Members should avoid leaving intentionally offensive or antagonistic remarks on the pages of Fellow Members. We can disagree and still remain a harmonious community.

5. Explore, grow, share, and enjoy your creative success.

Please remember, these guidelines are likely to evolve as the site itself continues to evolve and develop. We welcome and encourage your input. After all, yours are some of the best minds on the planet so we would be very foolish not to listen to what you have to say.

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CTI SPOTLIGHT ARTISTS

CTI Spotlight Artist Marne L. Kilates, August 16-31, 2008



Marne L. Kilates, the CTI Spotlight Artist for August 16-31, hails from the Philippines and is the highly regarded editor of “Poet’s Picturebook,” an ezine of exceptionally fine art and literature. He is also a translator and the author of several books, including Mostly In

CTI Spotlight Artist Tasha Coleman, August 1-15, 2008



Creative disciplines of virtually every type, from filmmakers and actresses to environmentalists and jazz musicians, are represented at CTI. The poets among us comprise a fairly large number and one of them, Tasha Coleman, is our new CTI Spotlight Artist for August 1-15, 2008. Th…

CTI Spotlight Artist Georg Edvard Mateos, July 16-31, 2008




The CTI Spotlight Artist for July 16-31, 2008, Georg Edvard Mateos, is the celebrated author of four books, including “The Man on the Grassy Knoll” Trilogy, and “Portrait of a Sad Man.” In addition, since December 2005, he has been among the most prolific and popular members writ…

CTI Spotlight Artist Marina, July 1-15, 2008





One of the traditions at CTI that has helped us form a meaningful and yet flexible sense of community is the Spotlight Artist. It is not a competition or popularity contest of any kind but simply a way of drawing greater attention to the creative offerings presented so generously by…

CTI Spotlight Artist BlackBirdHyperdrive, June 16-30, 2008



One thing that has not changed at Creative Thinkers International is the sheer abundance of creative individuals and types that populate the CTI community. One of those individuals is the poet known as BlackBirdHyperDrive, our CTI Spotlight Artist for June 16-30. A visit to BlackBir…

CTI Spotlight Artist Marlive Harris, June 1-15, 2008



Our CTI Spotlight Artist for June 1-15, 2008, Marlive Harris, not only maintains a powerful literary presence on Creative Thinkers International but through her Grits.com site exercises such a presence all over the Internet. Among the many qualities that make Ms. Harris unique, valued…

CTI Spotlight Artist Robert M, May 16-31, 2008




Versatility is a quality we have come to associate with many of our members and Robert M, our new CTI Spotlight Artist, is one of the most versatile among us. The fortunate visitor to Robert’s profile page gains entry into a world of eclectic musical compositions ranging from classic…

CTI Spotlight Artist Vickie L. McColley, May 1-15, 2008

Vickie L. McColley "The Romantic Poetess"

As everybody knows, diversity is one of our primary strengths at CTI and the members of our community represent cultures from all over the world. They also represent individuals at different stages of their creative careers and de…

CTI Spotlight Artist Poetry Life & Times April 16-30, 2008


Our friends at Poetry Life and Times have featured a number of CTI’s members in their e-zine and, on top of that, have now been one of the great champions of modern poetry for some ten years. They actually have the archives to prove it! Their current issue not only honors on…

CTI Spotlight Artist Luther E. Vann April 1-15, 2008

(photo of Luther E. Vann by John Schmidt)

Often described as a poet who utilizes visual art to write his poems, Luther E. Vann is an acclaimed artist who was fortunate enough to receive some of his first art instructions from recognized masters of the Harlem Renaissance.…

News from the United Nations

UNESCO mourns loss of Japanese painter and Goodwill Ambassador

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) today voiced its sadness at the death of Ikuo Hirayama, a survivor of the bombing of Hiroshima who became an eminent painter and advocate for the agency’s work.

UN agency welcomes Sri Lanka’s decision to let people in camps move freely

The United Nations refugee agency has welcomed Sri Lanka’s decision this week to allow greater freedom of movement for some 135,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs) remaining in 20 closed camps in the country’s north following the recently-ended civil conflict.

Senior UN rights official exhorts nations to focus on landmine victims

States must step up efforts to help landmine victims - including women, children and indigenous populations - in especially vulnerable situations, a senior United Nations human rights official has said.

UNICEF hails South Africa’s new strategy for tackling HIV/AIDS

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has applauded the big leap taken by the South African Government towards achieving universal access to treatment for HIV for the country’s women and children living with the virus.

UN health agency launches new tobacco control effort in Africa

Although tobacco use is not as prevalent in Africa as it is in other regions, that will change unless immediate action is taken, the United Nations health agency warned today as it announced a new tobacco control effort for the continent.

Citing progress, Ban urges further support for Burundi’s peace process

The peace process in Burundi has witnessed significant progress in recent months but the country needs help to ensure successful elections next year and to tackle challenges such as human rights abuses, corruption and weak institutions, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon says in a new report.

Google and UNESCO team up to provide virtual tours of World Heritage sites

Internet users can now explore World Heritage sites such as France’s Palace of Versailles and the United Kingdom’s Stonehenge online thanks to a new partnership between the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and Internet search giant Google.

UN war crimes courts call for greater efforts to seize indicted ringleaders

Top officials of the United Nations war crimes tribunals today called for Serbia’s "critical" cooperation in capturing the two remaining top fugitives accused of atrocities in the Balkan conflicts of the 1990s and denounced Kenya for failing to cooperate in the case of a major suspect in the Rwandan genocide of 1994.

Funding, commitment gaps threaten gains in curbing measles deaths, UN warns

Global measles deaths have fallen by 78 per cent within the past decade, with vaccinations saving some 4.3 million lives, but the disease could make a deadly comeback if funding and political will are not sustained, a United Nations-backed study warned today.

Postal industry generates less than 1 per cent of global emissions, UN agency says

The postal industry annually generates at least 26 million tons of carbon dioxide, accounting for less than 1 per cent of total greenhouse gas emissions, the United Nations Universal Postal Union (UPU) announced today in its first such global inventory.

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