Kardashian Nation

Due to my bedridden self today because of a medical issue, I've watched a lot of television today. I stumbled up the E! Network, and of course the Kardashians were on. Khloe and Lamar, Kim and Kourtney Take New York, and Keeping Up with the Kardashians. Their father was a big time Hollywood lawyer, famously known for the O.J. Simpson trial in the early 90's, and their stepdad is an ex olympian. Their mother is not famous at all. I mention all of this because why the heck are they on television and famous? They haven't done anything. They aren't actors, they are reality stars. Kim is only famous because her and the singer Ray J had a sex tape. There is nothing special about them, and I don't understand why they are on television. They marry athletes which adds on the the fame, but I think they do it for attention. They are pretty, but there are a ton of other pretty people that could be on television. Let someone who is actually famous have a television show. Until next time, I'll probably be in bed all weekend. Be prepared for more rants!

-Alexa

16 and what?

Hey everyone, this is actually kind of important to rant about. I was on Facebook, and someone had clicked an article on youngest grandmother recorded. I was curious, so I read this article. This family from Spain, well mothers from Spain are having children way too young. The youngest grandmother being 23,  her daughter having a child at 12, and herself getting pregnant at 11. First of all, what kind of parent let's their child participate in such activities? I'm pretty sure when I was 12 I hadn't even kissed a boy, and even the thought of that grossed me out completely. I realize accidents happen, but seriously at the age of 12 you can't even get a job legally. How are you suppose to support that child? There are so many risks with having a kid that young too. Also, as you all know I enjoy MTV shows strictly for entertainment value. There's a show 16 and pregnant that shows these girls and their struggles they have being pregnant at such a young age. I realize it's suppose to help with prevention, but realistically I think it is swing get pregnant young and get a television show. When I was 16, I wanted to drive, and I was excited because my senior boyfriend invited me to prom. I couldn't even imagine getting pregnant then. My parents would have killed me, not because they were ashamed but rather because they cared. They care about my future more than I do, honestly. Another thing that bothers me, is when they are talking about how they got pregnant or asked if they used protection or anything, the answer is no. As popular as this show is and as popular this topic is in high school or even college, there is no excuse to say you didn't know. You're ignorant if you even think it wouldn't happen to you. I think I got my point across, please make good decisions about who you hook up with or whatever. Until next time, have a wonderful day!

-Alexa

Gorillas and Spray Tans

Hello everyone! I hope you had a wonderful spring break. I know mine was extremely relaxing because I literally did nothing but lay out on the beach. Over spring break I watched the ever so classy Jersey Shore. I am a fan of this show, but if you asked me why, I honestly couldn't tell you. I really don't understand how they are even considered "famous". Infamous maybe, but they have no claim to fame other than they party all the time. They all have zero class, and anyone who considers them a role model should probably reevaluate their life. Snooki the main star for getting black out drunk and going too crazy is pregnant. It made the cover of People magazine and was all over the news and Twitter. Seriously? What did you expect? Snooki and JWoww are getting a spin off show from MTV about apparently Snooki growing up and becoming a mom. I'm not impressed. These are people that said and I quote," put out the fire down, he was like a hermaphrodite or something." A hermaphrodite, really??? Pyromaniac would be more appropriate. These people are not intelligent, and they have zero class. Yet, they are entertaining none the less. I myself have told my friends I'm going to go GTL, gym, tan, and laundry, which is a common acronym the casts says. DJ Pauly D is getting his own show, but it's just going to be about him DJ-ing. How exciting? I just think that we should have better role models on television. It's pretty ridiculous. Also, none of them are truly Italian except for Vinny. Yes, those are just white people with Italian descent. They have northern accents and none of them are actually from Jersey either. I don't understand how this show has lasted 5 seasons. They tan, they eat, they fight, they workout, and they party. What makes them famous? Anyone that has seen them act on something other than Jersey Shore knows they should stick to their day job. There are seriously being paid a ton just to be obnoxious. They are not intelligent, and they are just regular people that need to grow up. What makes them so special?? I go to college, and yes I go out occasionally. I'm actually doing something with my life, and I don't get my own television show. Let's be honest, I'm boring. I should have another tangent later this week because something will spark my interest. Oh well, until next time I'm Alexa Ray :) Have a wonderful week!

Kony 2012

Sorry, it's been awhile since anything of mine has become updated. It's midterms, oh well. Anyways, more importantly I a bit of a long rant about something today. As most of you know, there is a KONY 2012 video on youtube. In case, you haven't this video is on youtube and it's about the invisible children in Africa. Joseph Kony is a guy that is taking children from their homes and telling them to kill their parents and completely taking away their freedom. He turns boys into child soldiers and girls into sex slaves. This is a very important cause, and yes it is a problem. However, the invisible children foundation has been criticized because it only gives 30% of it's earnings to the children. I'm pretty sure that is more than what any of us are giving on our own. To make money, you have to have money. Another thing is that people are complaining that Kony is nowhere to be found, and it isn't an issue anymore. I'm pretty sure if it wasn't an issue, it wouldn't have been brought up now. Most people that are complaining aren't in Africa; thus, you don't know what's going on. I get it, really I do. However, don't complain or be negative because someone else wants to support a cause. Be respectful. Okay, I think I'm done. Until next time, enjoy the weather!

-Alexa