Monthly Archives: January 2011

Beyond the Ceiling

  Beyond the Ceiling By: JP Leddy   Screaming words echo outside my room Vile words spew out of his mouth to her The one he promised to love until death do they part Her words rage back  against his … Continue reading

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USC Students Eyes Are Opened to Diving in Guam and Palau Reefs

USC students had an opportunity to get their scientific diving certificate by actually diving in the reefs of Guam and Palau.  This video provides a window to their experience and promotes this unique course. It also validates how hands on … Continue reading

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Remembering the Heroes Among Us

We are at war.  Many of us have become numb to the fact that our country is still engaged in conflicts abroad. We are in Afghanistan and we are still in Iraq.  There are still hot spots in the world. … Continue reading

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Simon Cowell – Reveals Self On Oprah’s Master Class

One of my favorites shows on Oprah Winfrey‘s network OWN is Master Class.  I like the format where it literally gets in the face of the subject and examines the life lessons that brought that person to the point of … Continue reading

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LGBT Museum – History Brings Our Story And Us Together

It was fortuitous that my first visit to the only LGBT museum in the nation will also be with my first cousin, Arthur Leddy,  who is an out gay man like myself.  It was great to share that moment with … Continue reading

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Mr. Gay San Francisco 2011 – Moses Garcia – All Heart and Laughter

If you walk into any gay event or any gay bar in San Francisco and hear this loud joyful laughter resounding in the air and filling the room, you can almost bet , Mr. Gay San Francisco 2011, Moses Garcia … Continue reading

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No Rings

No Rings By JP Leddy   The law states with venom they shout Legal it is not and never will it be For God so declared and so have the bigoted we   No two men or two women should … Continue reading

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America’s Version Of “Skins” A “Wait And See”

I was an absolute fan of BBC’s groundbreaking series, Skins, which was was a raw honest look into the lives of  High School British youth dealing with a myriad of  contemporary issues.  The writing staff of the show were composed … Continue reading

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American Idol Puts On A Fresh Face For The Better

I have watched the first two episodes of American Idol’s newest season ( it’s 10th) and I must say, I am pleased.  With the addition of Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez as judges and the return of Nigel Lythgoe as … Continue reading

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Rabbit Hole – Powerful Story Where Nicole Kidman Shines

It is like visually watching  a classical musical masterpiece on the movie screen from start to finish. That  is the best way to describe Rabbit Hole directed by John Cameron Mitchell and starring Nicole Kidman and Aaron Eckhart.  The film … Continue reading

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