On Saturday, February 11, 2012, Whitney Houston died, we lost one of the most beautiful voices that the world has every had the pleasure of hearing. I have to honestly say that I wasn't a big fan of Whitney Houston, but I did like her music. Like everyone else I watched the highs and lows of her career through the eyes of the media. For the past two days, I've read so many negative and positive comments about her life with and without her ex-husband, Bobby Brown. Most people are convinced that Bobby Brown introduced her to drugs and turned her into an addict, ruined her career, which ultimately, led to her untimely death. I am amazed that people,who don't even know her or her ex-husband personally, can make such a horrible accusation, become the judge and the jury, not to mention convict him, based on only what you have learned from the media. Whitney Houston is dead and nothing that you say about her or Bobby Brown will bring her back, so stop wasting your time spreading rumors that serve no purpose to anyone, but to fill us your Facebook and/or Twitter Pages. Do something positive that will make a difference in someone's life that you do know. Why don't you help that family member or friend that is struggling with their own problems, whether it's drugs, alcohol, domestic abuse, or finances.
Take this as an opportunity to spread joy, not gossip. Whitney was dealing with her own person demons and it's not up to you or me to pass judgement on her life, without knowing all the facts, which are really none of our business. Her decision to become a celebrity and share her gift with the world, doesn't give you the right to act like you know her personally, because you read some blogs, magazines or watch a few entertainment shows on television and/or cable. Stay in your lane and remember that people in glass houses shouldn't throw stones. We all have things in our life that we would prefer not to share or deal with in public, but should it become public knowledge, I would hope that someone would lend a helping hand and not point a finger of judgement. Someone you care about might be in need of help, but they're afraid to reach out to you because of how you might judge them.
I will admit that some of her public actions didn't help her image, but again, because I don't know the circumstances, I will refrain from passing judgement. What I do know is that she's dead and she will never stand on a stage and sing for her family, friends and fans ever again. I know that she has family, friends and fans that loved her very much, regardless of her demons, so out of respect for them....if you can't say or do anything nice in memory of her, be quiet, don't say anything.
My prayers are with her family during their time of need. I pray that her Bobbi-Kristina is surrounded by people who love her and have her best interest, so that she is allowed to grieve the lost of her mother and not loose herself in the process. I hope that this unfortunate situation helps someone to change their lifestyle, take the first steps to overcome their demons, or just ask for help. I alway say that it's important to have a positive image; however, after learning of the passing of Whitney Houston, I must say that it's more important to live a positive life. R.I.P. Whitney Houston!
