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As long as I have a "chip" and a "chair", I'm going to be alright!!! :-)
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- Relationship Status:
- Married
- About Me:
My name is Wilhelm (Wil) Derksen (the guy on the left), I am the Founder of The People's Lounge.
I hope you will use your free Lounge Space to benefit personally, professionally and creatively. The People's Lounge is my way of giving all of you a place to enjoy, to learn, to share ideas and friendship. One love. One World. Peace on Earth. :-)
- My Birthdate:
- 12/6/1966
- My Birthplace:
- Guatemala City, Guatemala, C.A.
- My Hometown:
- San Jose, California
- My Website:
- http://www.thepeopleslounge.com
- My Favorite Website:
- http://www.google.com
- My Favorite Foods:
- In no particular order:
- Spanish
- Greek
- Anything "Sea"
- Raw
- All Asian
- My Favorite Beverages:
- In no particular order:
- Beer
- Milk
- Coffee
- Spirits
- My Favorite Sweets:
- - Burnt Almond Cake (from Dick's Bakery, San Jose, CA)
- Traditional Souffle
- Cheese Cake
- Quick Brand Chocolate Milk
- Chocolate Cake
- My Favorite People:
- In no particular order...
Abraham Lincoln, John Adams, George Washington, Martin Luther King, Jr., Gandhi, George Harrison, Mohammed Ali, George Foreman, Sugar Ray Leonard, Ken Stabler, Joe Montana, Jerry Rice, Miles Davis, Pablo Picasso, Frida Kahlo, Vincent van Gogh, Annie Liebowitz, Edward Van Halen, David Lee Roth, Stan Getz, Dave Brubeck, and more to come post- haste... :-)
- My Favorite Books:
- Dragon Tears, by Dean Koontz
- My Favorite Movies:
- My School or Alma Mater:
- The University of Life
- My Career:
- Brand Development, Graphic & Web Design, Marketing Communications, Business & Market Development. Photography and Art Publishing. Serial Entrepreneur, and Certified "DreamWeaver"!!! :-)
- My Accomplishments:
- Loving my Wife (and angel), Chrissy, raising my children, Nina and Nicolas, and The People's Lounge of course!
- Why I'm Here:
- Personal, Professional, To Network, To Make Friends, To Share Ideas, To Learn, To Change the World
- My Passion:
- To help as many others as I can to succeed, to learn, and to grow.
- My Hopes:
- Peace, health, equality and consideration for all living things on Earth.
- My Dreams:
- To leave behind a legacy that had, and would continue to benefit the world, in some way.
- What Else?:
- Thanks to all of YOU for choosing to be here!
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Alexander Devereux commented on Wil's group The Urban Book Lounge"Happy Valentine’s Day! Live More, Laugh Much, Love Often!!!
"I am determined to be cheerful and happy in whatever situation I may find myself. For I have learned that the greater part of our misery or unhappiness is determined not by our…"
Alexander Devereux commented on Wil's group The Author's Lounge"Gar Fish & Long Gravy: Memoirs of Southern Sensibility
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Format: 6 x 9 paperback cream
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Cover Price: $12.95
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Alexander Devereux commented on Wil's group The Urban Book Lounge"Gar Fish & Long Gravy: Memoirs of Southern Sensibility
by Alexander Devereux
Format: 6 x 9 paperback cream
ISBN: 978-1-59800-675-9
Cover Price: $12.95
Trade Discount: 40%
Also Available: Ebook Edition
Pages: 96
Category: BODY, MIND &…"
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The Urban Book Lounge is a place for African-American Authors, Poets and aspiring Writers. Here we expose the world to reading, writing, resources, interviews, book reviews, self-publishing, and much more.See More
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President Obama's Grade
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1,000,000,000,000.00 and Counting.
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I Don't Want Government Healthcare.
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Comment Wall (532 comments)
- At 4:31pm on November 15, 2007,
Maxine King said… - This is really nice. Thank you
- At 6:47pm on November 15, 2007,
Lucy said… - Hey Wil! It looks sleek and I like it. Congrats! Lucy
- At 6:57pm on November 15, 2007,
Sunshine said… - Hello Wil!
Thank you for the nice comment!! I really like the change you made with the People's Lounge- it's great!:)
Have a wonderful evening!
- At 6:10am on November 16, 2007,
Shelagh Watkins said… - Hi Wil,
Thanks for the welcome! This place is looking good!
- At 9:10am on November 16, 2007,
David said… - Thanks Wil!
I like this better, more options...
Thanks!
D.J
- At 1:27pm on November 16, 2007,
Dana said…
- Nice site! I like it. It's very fresh and exciting. Keep up the good work.-Dana
- At 2:03pm on November 16, 2007,
Evelyn said…
- Wil,
I already had a Ning profile, so this was a breeze! Good stuff.
- At 7:46pm on November 16, 2007,
isean said… - hey fam it is a
pleasure
really appreciate ya comment
stay bless
- At 9:28am on November 17, 2007, Maxine King said…
- Thank you
- At 7:20pm on November 17, 2007,
Angee ... The Poet said… - Hey Wil,
Thanks and I'm loving the new look TPL!
Angee.
- At 6:32pm on November 18, 2007,
Marvin Ellis said… - Thanks Wil! Great job!
- At 7:31pm on November 18, 2007,
Dwan Abrams said… - Hey Wil,
I like the new design. Looks good. Keep up the good work.
- At 10:28am on November 19, 2007, Marvin Ellis said…
- As a matter of fact, we will be doing some fundraising things for the school. I'll keep you posted.
- At 1:34pm on November 20, 2007,
Corrine aka Cali Curls said… - Thank you for taking the time to read it!
- At 5:45pm on November 20, 2007,
Scotty Green said… - Hey Wil…. Just wanted to let ya know I took care of that little problem for ya….so I expect the other half of the money to be deposited into the off shore account….. oh and by the way
We should get in touch soon… to get our stories straight…just in case …. N remember.. most important of all….. Not a word to Anyone!!!
I’ll be in touch
Scotty
- At 6:01pm on November 20, 2007,
Wil said… - Hahaha!
- At 6:23pm on November 20, 2007, Marvin Ellis said…
- definitely! If you want, you can call me over this Turkey holiday. My email address is karaam@yahoo.com
- At 9:36am on November 21, 2007,
MsB2U said… - Thanks. Am I glowing or what? It's actually a prenatal picture I took last year. Just cropped out the big belly below!
Hee! Hee!
- At 11:23am on November 21, 2007,
Angela Williams said… - Thanks! Have a happy holiday.
- At 6:11pm on November 21, 2007,
Wanda D. Hudson said…
- Hey Will...
How do I add friends on here? When I view the friend request link it scrolls up to the top of my page!
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I Vs. We: The 'Heart' Of Our Political Differences
For years, the Tea Party has held individualism up as the great American value. But columnist E.J. Dionne Jr. says that Americans historically have prized communitarianism just as much. In Our Divided Political Heart, Dionne argues that America is at its best when it balances the two.Egyptians Prepare For Historic Presidential Vote
More than a year after its revolution, Egypt votes for a new president on Wednesday and Thursday. The race is wide open and none of the 12 candidates is expected to get an outright majority. If those forecasts prove true, a runoff will take place next month between the two top vote-getters.'It Worked For Me': Life Lessons From Colin Powell
If you're looking for advice on leadership, it's good to start with a four-star general. In his new memoir, former Secretary of State Colin Powell offers advice and anecdotes drawn from his childhood in the Bronx and his military career — and reflects candidly about the lead-up to the Iraq war.R.I. Strikes Out On Ex-Pitcher's Video Game Venture
After helping the Boston Red Sox win the World Series, pitcher Curt Schilling could do no wrong. Then news broke that his video game company had chewed through a $75 million state loan that it's struggling to pay off. Now, Rhode Island officials are moving to protect taxpayers from what appears to have been a very bad investment.Former Taliban Stronghold Faces The Post-U.S. Future
In 2010, the southern Afghan town of Marjah was a haven for the Taliban and drug traffickers. Today, after a massive effort by the U.S. Marines, the Taliban have fled and the area is relatively peaceful. But many are concerned about Marjah's future once American combat forces leave the area.As Egyptians Prepare To Vote, Jimmy Carter Watches 'Complete Transformation'
The former president is in Egypt to observe its first free presidential election, which begins on Wednesday.Facebook Stock Continues Tumble After IPO
Facebook shares fell again on Tuesday — dropping almost 9 percent after falling 11 percent on Monday. It makes Facebook's initial public offering one of the worst performing IPOs of the past five years.Exoneration List Shows Patterns In False Convictions
While we assume our judicial system occasionally makes mistakes, until recently no one had been tracking the number people in this country who are convicted and later exonerated. Now the National Registry of Exonerations has begun compiling these cases. Audie Cornish talks with the registry's editor, Samuel Gross, about some of the group's findings from the over 2,000 exonerations they've compiled.Is Al-Qaida Dropping Clues About Planned Attacks?
Al-Qaida has had a habit of putting out subtle hints about attacks it's planning. In the wake of the recent airline bombing plot that was foiled, officials are looking back to see if the group telegraphed its intentions.School Bus Driver Who Saved Students 'Was A Hero'
On Tuesday, family and loved ones in Chowchilla, Calif., remember a school bus driver who many consider an American hero. Thirty-six years ago, Ed Ray was driving his regular school bus route when it was hijacked. Everyone aboard was driven 100 miles, forced into a storage van, and buried alive. Audie Cornish speaks with Lynda Carrejo-Labendeira, who was on the bus that day.Forums
So what does the bailout plan give us . . . 16 Replies
Millions of taxpayers, thousands of businesses and groups as diverse as solar power developers and natural disaster victims will see tax relief with the House vote Friday to approve and send to the…Continue
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Remembering 9/11 6 Replies
I'll personally never forget that fateful day... working from home, I watched it all unfold right before my eyes, on the television... it was horrifying. My favorite American city... my favorite…Continue
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Started by Wil in Remembering When.... Last reply by James Miles Aug 21, 2011.
Remembering Hurricane Katrina 6 Replies
August 29th marks the 3rd anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. Let us all take a moment to stop and reflect, remember, and pray for all those affected by the storm.
Started by Renee Williams in General Discussions. Last reply by Wil Aug 31, 2008.
obama shame on obama ,,georgia envaded by russia may have sealed obama fate
A Trip of a Different KindMuch hoopla surrounded Barack Obama's recent trip to the Middle…Continue
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why obama wont get elected ,yes blacks do read seee
ANN COULTERJonathan Livingston ObamaI’ve caught Obama fever! Obamamania, Obamarama,Obama, Obama, Obama. (I just pray to God this isclean, renewable electricity I’m feeling.)Only white guilt could…Continue
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Time To Save Our Children 7 Replies
LET THEM KILL ONE ANOTHERby: David W. Johnson, Jr.Why should our enemies care if we rob and kill one anotherIf we destroy one another, it saves them from having to do itAfrican Americans, wakeup…Continue
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There's Self-Publishing Wealth In Your Future 2 Replies
Hi Everyone! Finally, what we promised is ready!!!Self-publishing Your Way to Wealth. It is in your future because it is a positive impact in the lives of those you touch. It overpowers inflation. It…Continue
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Win A Book: Meet Author Ivan Wright Here at The Urban Book Lounge 3 Replies
Join Author Ivan Wright on his virtual book tour!Ivan will be available on The People's Lounge ( Urban Book Lounge) for questions June 9th - 15thThose of you who have enjoyed his first novel, BLACK…Continue
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7. Ballad of Bilbo Baggins - Leonard Nimoy
Ballad of Bilbo Baggins by Leonard Nimoy from the album Spaced Out - The Best of Leonard Nimoy & William Shatner1. Graduation March - Qitup
Graduation March by Qitup from the album Audio Tools2. Who’s On First - Abbott & Costello
Who’s On First by Abbott & Costello from the album Who's On First9. We Shall Overcome - Martin Luther King Jr.
We Shall Overcome by Martin Luther King Jr. from the album The Best of the Speeches3. I Have a Dream - Washington DC 8/28/63 - Martin Luther King Jr.
I Have a Dream - Washington DC 8/28/63 by Martin Luther King Jr. from the album Greatest Speeches of All Time, Vol. 16. All I Want for Christmas (Is My Two Front Teeth) - Spike Jones
All I Want for Christmas (Is My Two Front Teeth) by Spike Jones from the album Greatest Hits4. Shaddap You Face - Joe Dolce
Shaddap You Face by Joe Dolce from the album Shaddap You Face - Single8. Lucy In the Sky With Diamonds (Edit) - William Shatner
Lucy In the Sky With Diamonds (Edit) by William Shatner from the album Spaced Out - The Best of Leonard Nimoy & William Shatner5. Dave - Cheech & Chong
Dave by Cheech & Chong from the album Cheech & Chong10. I Love the Way You Like - Mark Douglas
I Love the Way You Like by Mark Douglas from the album I Love the Way You Like© 2012 Created by Wil.
