For All Fan Clubs/Fan Forums/Supportive Outlets
Mood:  happy
Topic: Main News
Hello:

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you so very much for your quick response in advising the fans that I have not made any statements
whatsoever regarding the alleged book proposal.

As I indicated to you, I demanded that the reporter, Emily Smith, and the editor of the Sun, pull the false quote attributed to me from their article.
And, they have.

This is the second time in one week that my name has been used recklessly by members of the London media, and a false quote has been made up under my name.

I truly hope that this is the last time I will have to deal this kind of issue.

Again, thank you for your cooperation and kindness!

Best.
Raymone K. Bain

Source: Gail Felix



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Statement of Thomas A. Mesereau RE:, Mr. Michael Jackson
Mood:  on fire
Topic: Main News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 23, 2006

Attorney Thomas A. Mesereau, Jr., issues the following statement regarding Mr. Michael Jackson:

I am very disturbed by the false, erroneous, and self-serving reports about the relationship between Michael Jackson, my law partner, Susan Yu, and me.

At the conclusion of the criminal trial in Santa Maria, CA., Michael Jackson was acquitted 14 times. The jury acquitted him of 10 felonies and 4 lesser-included misdemeanors. Michael Jackson was completely vindicated and exonerated by these verdicts.

Shortly thereafter, Michael Jackson, and his beautiful children, moved to the Middle East. Attorney Susan Yu and I were asked to help him during this difficult period of transition. Michael and his children were exhausted by the terrible, unjust prosecution, and needed to start a new chapter in their lives.

Because Michael Jackson was our client, and is our friend, Attorney Susan Yu and I agreed to help him, and his family, during this time of transition.

For approximately seven months, we assisted Michael Jackson in this effort.

We never intended to assume these obligations on a permanent basis. For example, my love is Criminal defense. I will be in trial in the State of Alabama during April and June, in two Capital murder cases, in which I am representing the client free of charge. I am also assisting in the development of a free legal clinic for the poor at a prominent African American church in Los Angeles. Attorney Susan Yu has other clients that she needs to attend to as well.

We are still in communications with Michael Jackson, and his assistants, and remain close friends. Mr. Jackson completely understands the situation and is grateful to us for helping him with the transition. The speculation that surrounds this situation is nothing but shallow tabloid reporting.

People should leave Mr. Jackson and his family alone.

Source: Raymone K Bain


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The King Of Style!!
Mood:  flirty
Topic: MJ's Side Segments
Since the early days of the Jackson Five, Michael Jackson has set himself apart from every other musical artist with his tremendous talent, but also utterly unique sense of style. From his bell-bottoms and Afro as a child star to his current military inspired suits, his fashion statements are etched permanently into our memory banks. Regardless of your particular opinion of Michael Jackson, it is undeniable that he has driven fashion and style to a whole new level. In these times of political correctness in unrecognizable styles of celebrities it is popular to bash the fashion sense of Michael Jackson. But, those that look without prejudice were excited to see his unique fashion picks on that famous trial. For those who wish to draw from the Michael Jackson’s ever-changing looks, each decade of his career provides a host of incredibly creative design elements.

Michael Jackson burst upon the pop scene in the early 1970’s wearing fringed shirts, platform heels, and wide bell-bottom pants. With a “Huggy Bear” inspired hat to top off his look, he delighted crowds with his astonishingly polished stage presence. If you are attracted to this era of Michael Jackson, try paisley shirts, and suede vests.

As Jackson reached early adulthood, the album “Off The Wall” introduced a new sleeker look. With tuxedo jackets, pegged pants, black shoes, and stark white socks, his iconoclastic style was beginning to take shape. From all of the different fashion eras in Jackson’s career, this look is probably the most sophisticated and easily emulated. For this retro look, try a simple black suit with an open collared white dress shirt. Add black loafers, and a fedora hat, and you’ll be ready to impress everyone with your “moonwalk”.

What most of us think of as the “Michael Jackson” style came to fruition when the album “Thriller” shot to the top of the billboard charts. His signature red leather jacket with its zippered details, tight fitting parachute pants, and a single white sequined glove encompassed the look of the 1980’s. His hair was styled in collar length, Jerry curls and he was frequently seen in mirrored aviator sunglasses. While most of us would probably avoid wearing all elements of this look these days, a nod to Michael Jackson’s style can be achieved by donning a cool pair of aviator specs and a custom leather jacket. Who doesn’t want to look a little like “Jacko” when they are belting out Billie Jean at the local karaoke bar?

When thinking of Michael’s fashion in 90s, what usually come to mind are his edgy, theatrical costumes he wore on performances. Forgotten are his fine, sophisticated suits and ensembles he was wearing those years. He always strived to look neat and sophisticated. Michael was never caught by the trends and popular fads of the moment. His fashion sense was composed of classic styles, with addition of his own touches like his trademark armbands and other military inspired accessories.

In the last several years, Jackson’s cutting edge fashion has taken a backseat to his drastic plastic surgery and his controversial lifestyle. While defending himself against charges of child molestation, crowds of reporters and fans gathered at the court house to capture a glimpse of what Michael was wearing each day. And they had what to see. Michael Jackson never wore the same thing twice for his courtroom appearances and clothes were made each day, his designers have revealed. He tended to favor an unusual array of greatly tailored suits with pinned brass medals, and brightly colored vests leaving a very strong impression. Once again he declined to “fit in”. Instead he was sticking to himself - superstar he really is. He even appeared before the judge one day wearing pajamas.

After being acquitted of all charges last year, he is living in Bahrain, planning an anticipated comeback. Michael Jackson now has an opportunity to recreate his image once again. Fashion will certainly play an important role. Who knows if he will remain commercially viable after such a long hiatus? What we know for sure: he won’t fashion what everyone else does. And that’s an important style lesson to be learnt from Michael Jackson.

Source:mjstar...

paul(mjcool)

Sending Your Love for MJ
Mood:  hug me
Topic: Main News
If you wish to send Michael Jackson a Card, a letter, here’s contact information for him, sent by his;
Spokesperson: Raymone Bain:


Davis, Bain and Associates, Inc.
PO Box5997
Washington, D.C. 20016

Source: Raymone Bain


Thank you - Gail Felix (for the information)

Major Love
Eve - The Music Lady

ORIGINAL LETTER

I requested an address for the fans to send in their fan mail or cards to Michael a few days ago to Ms Bain. Here is the response with permission to post on all the boards/clubs communities.

Some fans may already have this address, so this is for those that do not

"Hi Gail,

We have been giving to the fans that have requested, the PO Box to send mail to:

Davis, Bain and Associates, Inc.
PO Box 5997
Washington, D.C. 20016

Thanks so much!"

Best.
Raymone

Six months later, Jackson?s Katrina song ready
Mood:  party time!
Topic: Main News
Bahrainian prince says single, ‘I Have This Dream,’ to be out by month's end

The Associated Press
Updated: 5:31 p.m. ET Feb. 17, 2006


LOS ANGELES - Eight days after Hurricane Katrina hit, Michael Jackson announced he would release an all-star charity single within two weeks.

Nearly six months later, after questions about exactly who would be participating, the prince who has been hosting Jackson during his self-imposed exile in Bahrain says the song will come out by the end of this month.

In a telephone interview from Dubai last week, Sheik Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the son of Bahrain's king, told The Associated Press, "The record is coming along great. We've been taking our time to perfect it and mix it."

The song is currently titled "I Have This Dream," and it includes Snoop Dogg, R. Kelly, Ciara, Keyisha Cole, James Ingram, Jackson's brother Jermaine, Shanice, the Rev. Shirley Caesar and the O'Jays, the prince said.

Missing are James Brown, Jay-Z, Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott and Lenny Kravitz, who Jackson spokeswoman Raymone Bain said in September had agreed to participate.

At the height of his fame, in 1985, Jackson and producer Quincy Jones brought dozens of superstars together to fight famine with his "We Are the World" anthem.

But while there are some platinum-selling stars on this record — Ciara, R. Kelly and Snoop Dogg — it's a far cry from the luminaries and legends who made 'We Are The World" a classic. The release of the song also had been repeatedly delayed.

"We were wondering whether or not it was ever coming out," Andy Gibson, co-manager of the O'Jays, told the AP this week. "They recorded their part of it two or three months ago."

The prince said the release has been delayed because additional artists wanted to contribute. But he declined to name those artists — "I'd like to keep that as a surprise" — or to name the company he claimed to have secured to sell the song via CDs and the Internet.

Prince Abdullah, 30, plans to release the song on his own 2 Seas label. "Michael did a wonderful track," he said. "His voice was phenomenal."

He said the song, which Jackson wrote, "is a message of peace and help and caring. It's a song of total oneness."

Jackson has been living in Bahrain since his acquittal in a harrowing molestation trial last year, and now has a house there, the prince said. He didn't know if Jackson plans to settle in the country permanently.

Several of the participating artists recorded their portions of the song Nov. 1, gathering at a Los Angeles studio, Bain said.

"James Ingram, Ciara, Snoop Dogg and Shirley Caesar were all there," said Eddie Levert, lead singer for The O'Jays. "Michael produced it on the phone from Bahrain. He talked to Shirley Caesar, he talked to James Ingram. He talked to everyone except me."

"Overall, it came out very well," Levert said. "It had a strong gospel feel. I think it's really a great song. If radio plays it, it could do very well."

"To work with him on this project was such a privilege and a blessing," Caesar said. "Michael is a true humanitarian."

Asked if the song's release was a harbinger of a new Jackson album, Prince Abdullah laughed and said, "I will just say we've been very busy."

"This is a raindrop before the thunderstorm,' he said. "He's getting ready to come out with a lot of bells and whistles. He's so energized. It's explosive."

Copyright 2006 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

? 2006 MSNBC.com

URL: http://msnbc.msn.com/id/11414889/

Appeals court rules against singer's former wife
Mood:  celebratory
Topic: Main News

Wednesday, February 15, 2006; Posted: 9:31 p.m. EST (02:31 GMT)

LOS ANGELES, California (Reuters) -- An appeals court Wednesday reinstated an order granting Michael Jackson sole custody of his two children with ex-wife Debbie Rowe...

California's 2nd District Court of Appeals ruled that Rowe, who in 2001 signed away her parental rights to the 47-year-old performer's two oldest children, Michael Jr. and Paris, had no legal grounds to terminate that arrangement.

Rowe, who was married to Jackson from 1997 to 1999 but never lived with the self-styled King of Pop, persuaded a Los Angeles Superior Court judge to overturn the child custody agreement in 2004 on legal grounds.

After the lower court refused Jackson's request to overturn that order, he appealed to the 2nd District, which ruled in favor of the entertainer and held that the original order terminating Rowe's parental rights should stand.

CNN Law Center
Full article:
http://www.cnn.com/2006/LAW/02/15/jackson.custody.reut/index.html?sect ion=cnn_latest

MICHAEL JACKSON NOT IN DISCUSSIONS REGARDING POPE JOHN PAUL II'S PRAYERS
Mood:  happy
Topic: Main News

Washington, D.C. ….. Contrary to published reports in Italy, and the United States, Michael Jackson has not participated in any discussions with the Vatican, or Edizioni Musicali Terzo Millennio, an Italian music label specializing in religious songs, to record music to Pope John Paul II's prayers.

None of Mr. Jackson's authorized representatives have contacted either the Vatican, or Edizioni Musicali Terzo Millennio, regarding this proposed project.

Michael Jackson is unaware of this project, and news reports stating otherwise are completely erroneous.

###
Source:
Raymone K Bain

Italian Priest Wants Jackson on CD
Mood:  surprised
Topic: Main News
Feb 6, 4:17 PM EST
The Associated Press

An Italian priest who runs a music label specializing in religious songs said on Monday that Michael Jackson could be one of several artists to sing on a CD of Pope John Paul II's prayers, but cautioned that the project is "only a small idea" that has yet to be run by the Vatican for approval.

The label Edizioni Musicali Terzo Millennio has in past years produced CDs of famous actors reciting poems composed by the late pontiff. Now, the Rev. Giuseppe Moscati said he is considering producing a CD in which singers perform songs with lyrics drawn from 24 prayers penned by John Paul.

"It is only a hope, an idea," Moscati said in a telephone interview. He stressed that the recording label would have to buy the rights from the Vatican.

"We still have to propose this to the Vatican," Moscati said. He added that any production would have to show "respect for the greatness of John Paul."

The priest said music industry contacts of his had inquired about Jackson's participation, but said, "we haven't met him or heard from him."

Jackson spokeswoman Raymone K. Bain said that "about a year ago, (Jackson) was contacted by the Vatican to work on some music. Because he was in trial at the time, he was not able to focus on it."

The pop star was acquitted in June of child molestation charges in California after a five-month trial.

Bain added: "I am not aware there has been any recent inquiry."

Vatican officials said they were unaware of any contacts with Jackson.

Moscati declined to name other artists who might contribute to the album.

Jackson Ordered To Pay Rowe's Legal Fees!!
Mood:  irritated
Topic: Main News
Lawyers for Michael Jackson's ex-wife, Debbie Rowe, say he is $75,000 behind in paying her legal fees for their ongoing custody battle.

Jackson and Rowe have been battling in Los Angeles family court for custody of Prince Michael, 8, and Paris, 7, who currently live with their father and his third son by another mother in Bahrain.

The court had ordered Jackson to pay Rowe's legal team, which the New York Daily Post said is common when one parent has a lot more money than the other.

Court documents obtained by the Post say Jackson has fallen behind in his payments and Rowe's attorneys are seeking access to his financial records, the Post said.

Neither side could be reached for comment on the report.

The next hearing the custody fight is scheduled for March 17.

Source: Washington Post

MJ In Hamburg-A Special Gift For A Fan
Mood:  happy
Topic: MJ's Side Segments
While in Hamburg, a fan had his hat taken so that Michael could sign it. But it seems that Blanket, who was there, admired the hat so much that he was allowed to keep it! Michael then took Blanket's t-shirt signed it and gave that to the fan instead! The shirt read "Blankets T-Shirt love Michael Jackson."

Source: MJFC / Many thanks to Gail for relaying this special moment/

STATEMENT OF MICHAEL JACKSON REGARDING THE DEATH OF MRS. CORETTA SCOTT KING
Mood:  sad
Topic: Main News
Michael Jackson releases the following statement upon learning of the passing of Civil and Human Rights icon, Mrs. Coretta Scott King:

"I am deeply saddened to learn of the death of Mrs. Coretta Scott King. I send my love, and heartfelt sympathy, to Martin III, Yolanda, Dexter, Bernice, and the entire King family. Mrs. King is an irreplaceable jewel, who will be greatly missed."

Source: MJFC / Raymone K. Bain, Spokesperson for Michael Jackson

The International Jackson Event 2006
Mood:  celebratory
Topic: Breaking News
The Event promises to be one of music, dance, magic and much more, with some of the top MJ and Janet impersonators performing for you. The Venue is the world famous Hollywood Music Hall, Rotterdam, Holland, with it's ten screens and stunning laser show which will astound you as you listen to the music of Michael, the Jacksons, Janet and 3T. Dress code will be bling bling, with limousines and red carpet to dazzle you as the performers arrive. There will also be your chance to show what u can do in the Jackson Idol Contest, stalls selling all your Jackson memorabilia, and a Lottery where u could win your very own signed merchandise, plus much more which will be announced on the Event site soon.

The Official Event Site is now online at The International Jackson Event and tickets are also now available to purchase!

For more information though, please contact me at pam@tng-event.com

MichaelGate: The Conspiracy - Author Geraldine Hughes needs your support
Mood:  bright
Topic: Open Letters
Hello Positive Voices:

I continue to marvel at the power of Michael Jackson's fan clubs and fans. I seek your assistance once again in getting my next book "MichealGate: The Conspiracy" picked up by a major publisher which would eliminate the problems that we had with Redemption being published by a small publisher.

My agent is pitching MichaelGate to several major publishers and she feels that if we give them a sign of support from Michael's fans, this will move their hands in penning the deal. We are now looking at the book being released in February 2006 and, as most of you already know, it is about all the conspiracies that were responsible for the 2005 Michael Jackson trial. It is being called MichaelGate because I am skillfully showing the resemblances between Watergate and what happened to Michael Jackson (government abuse of power).

If you are in support of me getting this book published and out, this time by a major publisher, can you please send me a SHORT email stating why you think this book should be published and how you intend to support it: Please send email to: ghughes002@yahoo.com titled "MichaelGate".

Thank you, once again, and with your help, my next book, which too will reveal the truth about the 2005 conspiracies, will not only be published, but will be promoted worldwide.

Geraldine Hughes

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This letter was sent by the author to PV4MJJ

Jackson dons black robe, veil in Bahrain mall
Mood:  mischievious
Topic: Main News
Pop singer accompanied by three veiled children during shopping trip
The Associated Press
Updated: 10:42 a.m. ET Jan. 25, 2006

MANAMA, Bahrain - Michael Jackson visited a mall in Bahrain's capital Wednesday, covering himself in a black abaya robe traditionally worn by conservative Bahraini women and a veil hiding his face.

The 47-year-old pop star was accompanied by three children, apparently his, whose faces were covered with dark scarves. They wore yellow shirts and sweat pants or khakis, without robes.

Jackson, who seems to be settling in the Persian Gulf, was seen leaving Marina Mall holding a young child by the hand. On the way out through a back door, he shook hands with security guards.

He was wearing an abaya, a robe with long sleeves, under which his pants, white shirt and men's shoes could be seen. His head and face were wrapped in a black veil and he was wearing black gloves.

The veil, abaya and gloves were of a style typically worn by conservative Bahraini women, though Jackson appeared to be wearing them to hide his identity.
A woman wearing an abaya, jeans and a scarf over her head that partially covered her face accompanied Jackson. She asked photographers to respect their privacy, saying they were scaring the children.

Since his June acquittal in California on child molestation charges, Jackson has made several trips to Bahrain as a guest of Sheik Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the son of Bahrain's king.

In November, Jackson stirred a small controversy in the United Arab Emirates by entering the ladies room in a shopping mall. His publicist, Raymone K. Bain, said Jackson didn't understand the Arabic sign on the door and left the bathroom when he realized his mistake.

Copyright 2005 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

? 2006 MSNBC.com
URL: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/11020876/

Walk with the animals, talk with the judge: a real life Dr. Doolittle
Mood:  chillin'
Topic: Main News
Walk with the animals, talk with the judge: a real life Dr. Doolittle

William Etling
January 23, 2006 12:00 AM

You heard it here first.

"I've not talked to anybody else in the media at all," said veterinarian Dr. Martin Dinnes, the real life Dr. Doolittle who manages Michael Jackson's menagerie at the sprawling 2,676-acre Neverland Valley Ranch. "The animals are fine. Our dispute is all settled."

"Through all of this, all the principals, and Neverland, and MJJ, and all of Michael's entities knew that even if I didn't get paid," he added, "I was going to take care of those animals."

Dr. Dinnes, who for 20 years has helped Jackson assemble and maintain his exotic zoo, was just the latest in a long line of creditors to trundle a wheelbarrow full of unpaid bills to the county courthouse when he dunned the expatriate prince of pop for $91,602.05 on Dec. 27.

Contractors, antique dealers, jewelers, vendors, ex-wives, promoters, managers, bankers, and employees have discovered to their discomfort that Michael Jackson is a slow pay.

Last week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said it had investigated a complaint from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals that animals at Neverland were being mistreated. Agency veterinarians visited and found the animals in good condition.

"Attacking the health and welfare of those animals is a direct attack on me, and my credentials are impeccable," said Dr. Dinnes. "We really have nothing to hide. Our doors are open, to the right people. You could eat off the ground on that property."

As is his wont, Jackson went first class in assembling his menagerie.

The animals have architecturally-designed, custom-built homes. Dr. Dinnes has a sterling reputation among his peers. A colleague of his told me, "Marty is great. The best."

UC Davis awarded Dr. Dinnes, a 1966 alumnus, it’s highest honor in 2000.

"Martin R. Dinnes, a diplomate of the American College of Zoological Medicine and first veterinarian to completely devote a practice to non-domestic animals, received the 2000 Alumni Achievement Award for his accomplishments in the profession of veterinary medicine, specifically in creating novel protocols benefiting the health and well-being of zoological animals," according to UC Davis.

"Michael and I are very close," Dr. Dinnes said. "We've been close for 20 years. My dispute was not with Michael. It was with his business people. Through everything that Michael went through, their mind wasn't on a lot of things. I've been there with him before, through times when I failed to get a check on time, but they never, ever stuck me, and I was assured they never would again. Something triggered me to file, but it's all settled."

"I'm not paid, pending a signature, but suffice it to say, it's settled," said Dr. Dinnes. "We got a clean bill of health from the USDA, and I have that in writing. I talked to Pete Miller at Santa Barbara County Animal Services. He's an investigator. I have a long history with them. Pete said, 'Marty, I believe whatever you say. I just had to call you because we hear what we consider rumors.' "

"Contrary to what people are saying in all these looney-toon reports, the animals are fine," said Dr. Dinnes. "I go up there once a week. The animals are well-fed. They're in good condition. It's just not like what's reported.

"My attorney asked the Enquirer, 'Where'd you get the information?' They said, PETA. 'Where'd you get the pictures that you took?' They said, 'From a helicopter.'

"You know how you can doctor pictures; I'm just surmising. They did take a picture of the elephants being walked, and they conveniently had a clump of elephant poop around them. They took a picture of the giraffes in the yard, and claimed that there was a dark spot on the ground that they said was blood. Under my watch, that can never happen," said Dr. Dinnes.

PETA had waded into the fray with some heavy-duty scolding, but admit they don't have any privileged info.

"We have heard pretty much the same thing everyone else has: the accusations in the media from employees and former employees that the animals have essentially been abandoned, and that Michael Jackson's veterinarian is now apparently suing him for not paying his vet bill," said PETA spokesperson Lisa Wathne. "We don't have any inside scoop, unfortunately. Because Neverland is not open to the public, it's a very difficult place to get any information about."

William Etling's column appears on Mondays. The opinions expressed in the column are those of Mr. Etling and not necessarily those of the newspaper. You may e-mail him at valleynotebook@gmail.com.

http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/artic...669190980632652

Ms Baine's Convo With Geraldo...In Case You Missed It
Mood:  celebratory
Topic: Main News
Ms Baine's Convo With Geraldo...In Case You Missed It


Joining me now to sort fact from fiction is Michael Jackson's spokesperson, my friend, Raymone K. Bain.

G: Hi Raymone!

RB: Hi Geraldo (she was wearing a black suit with white piping and a three string pearl necklace)

G: First of all Raymone, you know the rumor that swept the world that he is on prescription drugs, on Demoral, that he is abusing these drugs and he's very, very ill ---

RB: Hmm -- Not true. I've seen him, I've spent time with him, we've been on the phone and there's so many other people who have been speaking to him recently -- there's so many people who have spoken to Michael in the last several months, that can verify the fact that he is not drowning in drugs. It is unbelievable how some of these
reports are dissiminated.

G: But how often do you speak with him?

RB: I have been speaking to him quite a lot because as I've said, he has been 'hands-on' with regards to work--

G: So when was the last time you spoke to him?

RB: Yesterday.

G: Just yesterday.

RB: Yes. um hmm.

G: Okay so he is focused and you think that he is physically in good shape.

RB: Well I know he's physically in good shape -- I've seen him, I've been in his presence, my team has been in his presence, the artists have been speaking to him constantly back and forth about this project that we're hoping will help tremendously down in the southern --

G: 'I Have This Dream' -- now when is this song being released?

RB: We are looking at releasing it mid-month -- in February -- mid to late February.

G: And will the proceeds will be going to Katrina relief?

RB: Yes.

G: Was he looking for –

RB: Absolutely not --

G: -- begging for a job in Bahrain?

RB: Absolutely NOT! I was astounished in looking at some major reputable news organizations where the headlines were: 'Michael Jackson looks for a job'! The truth is that a multi-billion dollar entertainment conglomerate has asked him if he would consider becoming an advisor helping to bring entertainment enterprises to the Middle East.

Don't believe 90% of what you read because 9 times out of 10, it isn't true. And this record is happening, we have some absolutely fabulous artists who are participating and we are hoping that it will help tremendously down in the Gulf region of this country.

The End.

Source:MJUK/rAiN@MichaelForever

The Fan!
Mood:  hug me
Topic: MJ's Side Segments
A wealthy man and his son loved to collect rare collections of art, including Michael Jackson. They had everything in their collection, from Motown to the very latest Essential, to other valuable collections of art such as the Van Goghs, the Rembrandts. They would often sit together and admire the great talent of Michael Jackson while admiring the famous art that decorated the estate.

When the allegations broke out, the son was sent off to Iraq. He was very courageous and died in combat while rescuing another soldier. The father was notified and grieved deeply for his only son.

Just before Christmas, there was a knock at the door. A young man stood at the door with a large package in
his hands.

He said, "Sir, you don't know me, but I am the soldier for whom your son gave his life. He saved many lives
that day, and he was carrying me to safety when a bullet struck him in the heart and he died instantly. He often talked about you, and your great admiration for Michael Jackson and his great talent." The young man held out this package. "I know this isn't much. I'm not really a great artist, but I think your son would have wanted you to have this."

The father opened the package. It was a portrait of his son, and himself posing with Michael Jackson, painted by the young man. He stared in awe at the way the soldier had captured the personality of his son's great admiration for Michael in the painting. The father was so drawn to the painting that his own eyes welled up with tears. He thanked the young man and offered to pay him for the picture. "Oh, no sir, I could never repay what your son did for me. It's a gift. I call it 'The Fan'."

The father hung the portrait over his mantle. Every time visitors came to his home he took them to see the portrait of The Fan before he showed them any of the other great works he had collected.

The old man died a few months later. There was to be a great auction of him and his son's collection. Many influential people gathered in hopes to own a famous painting.

On the platform sat the painting of The Fan. The auctioneer pounded his gavel. "We will start the bidding with this picture of The Fan. Who will bid for this picture?"

There was silence.

Then a voice in the back of the room shouted, "We want to see the famous paintings. Skip this one."

But the auctioneer persisted. "Will somebody bid for this painting. Who will start the bidding? $100, $200?"

Another voice angrily. "We didn't come to see this painting. We came to see the Van Goghs, the Rembrandts. Get on with the real bids!"

But still the auctioneer continued. "The Fan! The Fan! Who'll take The Fan?"

Finally, a voice came from the very back of the room. It was the longtime gardener of the man and his son. "I'll give $10 for the painting." Being a poor man, it was all he could afford.

"We have $10, who will bid $20?"

"Give it to him for $10. Let's see the masters.""$10 is the bid, won't someone bid $20?"

The crowd was becoming angry. They didn't want the picture of The Fan.

They wanted the more worthy investments for their collections.

The auctioneer pounded the gavel. "Going once, twice, SOLD for $10!"A man sitting on the second row shouted, "Now let's get on with the collection!"

The auctioneer laid down his gavel. "I'm sorry, the auction is over."

"What about the paintings?"

"I am sorry. When I was called to conduct this auction, I was told of a secret stipulation in the will. I was not allowed to reveal that stipulation until this time. Only the painting of The Fan would be auctioned. Whoever bought that painting would inherit the entire estate, including the paintings.

The person who took The Fan gets everything!"

Never underestimate a Michael Jackson fan.


From: Breakofdawnmjj ( Member Of MJNO..)
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> paul(mjcool)

Feds: Jackson's Animals Not Mistreated
Mood:  celebratory
Topic: Main News
Wed Jan 18, 10:21 AM ET

The giraffes and other exotic animals Michael Jackson has kept at his Neverland Ranch are not being mistreated, federal officials have concluded.

The Department of Agriculture sent an inspector to the 2,600-acre ranch in Central California last month in response to a complaint from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. PETA based its complaint on European tabloid reports that animals were being kept in substandard conditions.

"I'm unaware of any violations of the Animal Welfare Act at Neverland," Darby Holladay, a spokesman with the USDA in Washington, said Tuesday.

Along with giraffes, Jackson's ranch has been home to elephants, snakes, orangutans, tigers and a crocodile.
Jackson, 47, has been living in the Persian Gulf nation of Bahrain since shortly after being acquitted of child molestation charges last year.

Brian Oxman, a lawyer for the pop star, welcomed the USDA's determination. "That's very nice and we appreciate it," he said.

Lisa Wathne, PETA's specialist on captive exotic animals, said the group plans to file a similar complaint with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service because African elephants and orangutans are protected under the federal Endangered Species Act.

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Is Michael Jackson taking a job in Bahrain?
Mood:  happy
Topic: Main News
Company claims singer may sign on as an entertainment consultant
The Associated Press
Updated: 12:31 p.m. ET Jan. 17, 2006

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - Michael Jackson seems to be settling in to the Persian Gulf. The pop star has shopped for real estate here, been spotted in glitzy malls — and now appears to be interviewing for a job.

Jackson, who was acquitted on child molestation charges in California last year, is negotiating a position as a consultant with a Bahrain-based company that plans to set up theme parks and music academies in the Middle East, according to a press release.
AAJ Holdings Ltd., owned by Ahmed Abu Bakr Janahi, said it wants to hire 47-year-old Jackson to give advice on setting up entertainment businesses.

Jackson’s publicist, Raymone K. Bain, couldn’t be reached for comment Monday.
AAJ, which focuses mainly on urban development projects, played a key role in designing Bahrain’s ongoing Financial Harbor development and Oman’s Blue City, a multibillion-dollar tourist resort with golf courses, hotels and several dozen miles of sandy beaches.

“Stagnant architectural structures need content in the form of entertainment to revive them and that’s where Michael Jackson will play an integral role,” the statement said.

Jackson is reportedly building a home in Bahrain, an island nation in the Persian Gulf linked to Saudi Arabia by a bridge.

In his last known visit to Dubai in November, he was seen checking out some of the world’s priciest real estate developments. His host at the time, Emirates champion rally driver Mohammed bin Sulayem, said Jackson was considering buying property here.

News reports out of Manama, the Bahraini capital, have quoted Jackson’s publicist as saying the pop star is in the process of finalizing his Hurricane Katrina relief song, which will be released on 2 Seas Records.

Keisha Cole, Ciara, Snoop Dogg, Babyface and R. Kelly are among those taking part in the song, “I Have This Dream,” reports said.

The record label belongs to Sheik Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, a regional governor and the Bahraini king’s son, who is reportedly spearheading the project.

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MJNewsOnline Michael Jackson Extravaganza In London
Mood:  party time!
Topic: Main News
MJNewsOnline Michael Jackson Extravaganza In London

With the support of MJJForum, MJJForum Europe and fan clubs worldwide, MJ News Online will be hosting the Michael Jackson Extravaganza in London, in celebration of Michael's remarkable career, song and dance, on April 23rd of this year.

There are two parts to the day...the first being the Michael Jackson Cinema Screening, where highlights from Michael's greatest performances and tours will be shown on the big screen, from 1-3pm.

Then, the VISIONARY Party...a 7-hour event featuring some of the worlds best Michael tribute artists and impersonators, book and DVD signings, an art exhibition...and much more. The VISIONARY Party will be held at one of London's top venues, the CC club, who are known for their spectacular lighting displays, and highly publicized events.

The likes of Slash, Usher, Beyonce, Ashanti, Lisa-Marie Presley, and many, many more have performed there, making it one of the most famous, and sought after venues in all of London.

We are working closely with cc club to create a fantastic highly themed atmosphere, complete with customized lighting effects, projection screens, and much more.

Visit www.mjnewsonline.com/visionary for full details and updates.
Source: MJNO/MJJF