Born: August 29th, 1958 Michael Jackson
Dies: June 25th, 2:26 P.M. at the young age of only 50.

The King of Pop music, a name he truly earned as a singer.

I was only 9 years old when Michael at the age of 12 in 1971, was already a house hold name, with his brothers as the Jackson 5 with their hits “I’ll Be There” and “A B C”. I can even remember today their carton show with them singing that song. I liked the song Ben about a pet mouse best.

By age 20, came the remake of the classic movie the “Wizard of OZ”, where he would play the Scarecrow in “The Wiz” movie. To me this was a fresh new way to remake the movie with a twist and as a musical.

In 1981 I was just a senior in high school, looking forward to school ending and starting my life as an adult; where as Michael was on a concert tour performing for millions of people. He was on his way to earning so many awards: like Favorite Soul Album.

1983 was the year I would give birth to a baby girl, a proud time for her father and me. This would be the year the Michael’s “Thriller” video changed the music industry. A great mini-movie, a cute and scary type of love story told by music and dance; and ended with the voice of a great horror movie actor Vincent Price. Thriller went on to win Michael 8 Grammy Awards in 1984. I can only imagine how proud his parents could be of their son. But then what an honor it must have been to receive from President Reagan a Presidential Award as a model for American Youth.

“We Are The World” what a powerful song to come from so many talented singers of different backgrounds together to benefit famine victims in Ethiopia, in 1985. One can only dream of all the chances Michael was given to work with all the wonderful stars throughout his career that started in 1969.

The 3-D film “Captain EO” was something my young fan of a daughter was lucky to get to see with her Grandmother at Disney. My only regret was never being able to take my daughter to see Michael in Concert.

To this day, I do not think there was ever a better half time show, then the one done for the Super Bowl XXVIII in 1993. 30,000 lucky children would get to join him in this performance. I can only think of one other event that showed off such a wow effect of so many people and that was done for the Olympics in Beijing, China.

1996 was the time of Michael’s “History” world tour concert, and the year my daughter would turn 13. By now she was a bigger fan of Michael Jackson and since she could not go to the concert over seas, I wanted to give her something special for her birthday, and I did. This would be the first time she would cry after opening her gifts. First I had a one of a kind custom painted t-shirt of Michael made for her to enjoy wearing.

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Second a case of Mystery – a fresh cool peach drink from Germany, and it did taste good. Third was MJ History jacket also from Germany. It was such a great feeling to see her that happy and worth every dollar we spend.

It is so sad to know that as much as Michael wanted to have children and did, that he will never get to see them grow u pinto adults. To me there is nothing more precious then watching and being a part of your child’s life.

On September 7th, 2001, Michael would celebrate a 30 year career concert with a famous actress, Elizabeth Taylor. To me Michael seemed like a man who cared for world peace with the heart of a child, and that is a good quality to have. “Black or White” the color of ones skin should not define the person within, he would sing and so true. I was always proud to know that I was named after Elizabeth Taylor and so glad she could be his friend and a God-mother of two of his children. I would have liked to have been able to meet him and lucky to call him my friend.

I do feel that the Neverland Ranch should have been something of a legacy that he could have passed onto his children to love and enjoy. You could see that there was so much love the Michael had put into that estate that he called home, and share with so many animals and other people to enjoy.

Michael was a very blessed person the have the support of his parents, brothers and sisters in his life during the bad and good times. I am sure they all had an important impact on who he became, but only he will ever know how. He will be missed by them all I am sure as he too touched their lives in so many ways. He has touched the lives in so many people too, from children to even those in the military, and around the world, and me.

To his children: Prince Michael Jackson, Jr., Paris, and Blanket, be proud of your father the great entertainer he was for the world and for all the good he did for it. It will be our sad loss never to see him perform again, to write another poem, or sing and dance! May you find that true peace Michael you were looking for here on earth now in heaven with God and Elvis and all the other great people who have touched our heart.

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He will be missed, but remembered for all the great things he accomplished and all the good he did!

Michael Jackson’s movie THIS IS IT

May I just say WOW!

I regret never being able to see Michael in concert, and I know that I would not have been able to go to London to have seen him.

But this weekend my daughter and I went to see his movie together, and it was Great!

You could see how many people it had taken from the start of Michael’s dream to make this concert special. From the auditions of so many dancers from around the world to pick out just a dozen, but those dancers really gave it their all. I know they are just glad to have the chance to work with Michael, but I could also feel sad that they would never get to perform that concert in all of its glory.

Michael knew what he wanted, and brought the best out of each singer, and musician to shine. He would push hard for perfection and knew it was a team effort. There would be so many people pushing for their best work ever, in the audio, lights, video, dance moves, props on stage, and costumes. This would have been a concert worth any price to see.

Michael had a true gift, a talent to share with the world, and with all the music we had come to love and know, he wanted to make each song live again. And he did just that!

I thank the director and everyone involved with the idea of putting all the rehearsal footage together to make this movie. What a tribute to his family, friends and fans to see Michael and enjoy his vision just once more. You will see why Michael is the King of Pop and even without all the fancy outfits and costumes that he is larger then life in his performances.

Yes I even cried, I was touched, and anyone with a true heart would be moved by the man who reached out to a world and really cared about it, and made a true difference. Take a good look in your mirror and really see yourself, are you happy with what you have done in your life, or how you treat others, and the planet?

Thank you Michael, you will live on!

Great news for all those who never had the chance to see it then.

As of today 2/23/2010

"Captain EO" and Michael Jackson are returning to Disneyland for the first time since the musical film ran there from 1986 to 1997. The park says it will show the 1986 Jackson musical film indefinitely.

On the Disney Parks blog, Disney executive Heather Hust Rivera says the park will show the 17-minute movie in the Tomorrowland theater, with enhanced sound. Jackson, who died last year, plays the role of a spaceship captain who uses love and music to fight a wicked witch queen played by Anjelica Huston.

I year ago today MJ passed away but today he is remembered and still missed. Michael Jackson will live on forever

Zombie's Are Going To Regner Park In West Bend, WI.

Come join them and all the fun on Friday, July 30th, 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm, Saturday, July 31st from 11:00 am to 11:00 pm, or Sunday, August 1st from 11:00 am to 5 pm.

Regner Park will celebrate 75 years, from 1935 to 2010 with FREE entertainment for the whole family! There will be fun for the kids, food, music and more so check out www.celebrateregner.org for more info and times.

But the big event is on Saturday, July 31st.
The Largest Thriller Dance - to get into the Guinness World Record Attempt.
Registration starts at 11:00 a.m. participants will be given an armband.
This event is open to anyone, and costumes are encouraged.

The official record attempt will take place in the main stage area at 12:45 pm. Dancers will be given a chance to brush up on their steps at the park with two practice sessions at 12:15 pm and 12:30 pm.

Preview sessions will be held at the YMCA on July 7, July 14, and July 21 from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. The sessions are free to the public, but dancers are asked to check in at the front desk.

Those who may want to practice in privacy before the big day can check out the steps on www.thrilltheworld.com.

TIME TO DANCE, to the LARGEST TRILLER DANCE!

Did you get your band?

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Did you get a T-shirt?

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Check out some of the zombies and dancers:

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Did you practice? Follow the one in red

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Our pick for the #1 ZOMBIE:

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There was so many people of all ages that attended, and we tried to get some great pictures, but by the time we got them here we found lots of people had walked in front of the camera, so we are sorry if your picture is now missing.

But don't worry the West Bend Access News Channel was there too:
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Then came the big moment for everyone to dance!
There was different dance teams, local mascots, and even the Klement's sausage:

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As for the dance, wow! They sure make it look easy in the Triller video, but it's not! But I can say I did it, and glad I did

Here is some group shots:

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Well for all of you who took the time to dance, and be counted, I hope you had a lot of fun too. We would love to hear from you and if you took pictures share them with us please.

But one last thing:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TRINA What a great way to remember your special day.

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You can check out the Video Thriller Dance at www.celebrateregner.org

You can also check out more pictures under Celebrate Regner Thriller Dance

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