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  We want to send our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of the 32 victims (students & teachers) of the Virginia Tech Shootings.  This massacre comes as a shock and is very devastating to all of America and around the world.  Our deepest sympathy and prayers are extended to all who lost a loved one in this horrific event.  We know the heartache you are experiencing and will experience forever, from this senseless tragedy, but may you find solace in the wonderful memories you hold near and dear.  To all of the 32 victims (names released by The Associated Press) May you rest in peace!  Ross A. Alamaddine; Christopher J. Bishop; Brian R. Bluhm; Ryan C. Clark; Austin M. Cloyd; Jocelyn Couture-Nowak; Daniel A. P. Cueva; Kevin Granata; Matthew G. Gwaltney; Caitlin M. Hammaren; Jeremy M. Herbstritt; Rachael Hill; Emily J. Hillscher; Jarrett L. Lane; Matthew J. LaPorte; Henry J. Lee; Liviu Librescu; G. V. Loganathan; Partahi M. H. Lumbantoruam; Lauren A. McCain; Daniel P. O'Neil; Juan R. Ortiz; Minal H. Panchal; Erin Peterson; Michael S. Pohle, Jr.; Julia K. Pryde; Mary K. Read; Reema J. Samaha; Waleed M. Shaalan; Leslie Sherman; Maxine Turner; and Nicole White. To view their profiles, share your memories and send your condolences click the following link http://www.nytimes.com/ref/us/20070418_VICTIMS_GRAPHIC.html

It seems out of all this loss, the main topic in the media regarding this tragedy is about gun control.  However, what triggers my thinking is: What happened to this young man in his life to make him so angry?  What made him explode the way he did?  Why did he feel the only way to solve the issues he was experiencing was to take so many innocent lives.  A few of these questions have now been answered, since we have learned about his writings, his videos, his personality, and his state of mind.  Now, the real question is what could have been done to help this young man, and what signs should we look for to spot these types of behaviors?

Just yesterday a friend sent a text message to me and the message read "Hey guys: 32 kids woke up yesterday and didn't know it was their last day to be alive.  Life is short, so I'm sending this to say I love you...I love you!!!"   My friend is absolutely right, we all must say "I love you" and express our love and what we feel for each other on a daily basis, you never know what might/will happen tomorrow.  Don't lose any more time hating, fighting and disrespecting the folks in your life.  No matter how upset you are with someone, be the bigger person and toss the anger or hurt aside, actually I find it best to approach it "head on" and deal with it, just so you can move on with building your friendship/relationship.   We can start or strengthen a few things in our life such as being more patient; focusing more on the things we say to each other; tuning in and focusing on the people around us and on their way of thinking, and on the way they interact; a simple smile, and most importantly reach out and be kind to each other.

Sadly these 32 victims lives were just taken away in a very short time with no indication that it was going to be taken.  Life is indeed too short, so love...love...love each other, say it and show it every day!!!!

You are welcome to share your thoughts and feelings on this sad incident ariousentertainment@earthlink.net!

Thanks to the many who shared their thoughts on the Don Imus negative remarks about the Rutgers University Female Basketball players, that I commented about last week.   Some of your comments  and solutions are great and they were really thought provoking.  Again, thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule and life to address this important issue through this (our) forum.  I  have already began responding to your e-mails individually, and I will continue over the next few days until I answer all of you.

Regarding this issue, I strongly believe the time has come for Mr. Sharpton and Rev. Jackson, as well as many of our leaders to move full steam ahead towards working on ways to get  through to the rappers regarding cleaning up their rap/hip hop lyrics and most importantly finding solutions to help solve the crime epidemic spreading through our communities.  With their voices and strengths lots of issues can be solved in our communities.

     We at Arious would like to wish Von Martin a very happy birthday.  Von is one of our local Caribbean personality of WPFW 89.3 FM (WDC).  He is a well known Broadcaster and Producer and the founder of Caribbeana Radio Services.  For several decades Von has been the host of his long running Caribbean Radio Program "Caribbeana", and which he still hosts each and every Saturday on WPFW 89.3 FM from 7pm-10pm.  Check him out on Saturdays at 89.3 FM or on the net at www.wpfw.org.  Dear Von from all of us here at Arious, we send special birthday greetings to you, and hope that your day is the most joyous.

  Last week we lost a man that has done a lot for our Caribbean Culture locally here in DC/Maryland/VA.  Mr. Carl "Poppe" McLean passed away.  Mr. McLean who was a very good mas designer, among others were one of the original founders of the Caribbean Carnival here in DC.  Mr. McLean along with his friends and fellow mas makers (Ms. A. Green-owner of Islander Restaurant), Mr. K. Smith, Mr. C. Thompson, Mr. Boynes, Mr. P. Taylor and others felt there was a need to expose our Culture in this area and after successfully taking part in the New York West Indian/Labor Day Carnival for a number of years, he and his friends came together and decided to create there own parade and festival locally.  This was successfully done in 1974, 1975 and 1976, their Carnival parade took place on Constitution Avenue, NW.  from 3rd Street to the Ellipse (17th Street).  We are happy for all Mr. McLean contributed to exposing our culture and creating a path for all to follow.

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