Daniel McCree.Org Newsletter

MetroEast NEWS Digital Directory 3rd Edition planned for June

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Thu, 24 May 2012 23:28:00 +0000

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BellevillePride~ MetroEast News

Our Third Edition of the Digital Directory will be published in Mid June.

Add your business or non-profit organization to our directory and reach a targeted audience for the 2012 Pride Season. The MetroEast Digital Directory was begun last year as a low-cost alternative to print advertising. We have been very pleased to have enjoyed more than 25,000 readers in the past year and invite anyone interested to join us as we move into the coming Pride Season.

The cost of a Sponsor Ad is $30 and includes hyperlinks to your website or fanpage in not just the Directory but also our monthly publication for one year. Easily download the directory to your computer or embed it on your own website.

ORDER ONLINE before June 10th to ensure your included in the upcoming directory. The 3rd Edition will be widely seen online around June 15th. This IS NOT the pride pages or the VITAL VOICE JUNE PRIDE EDITION.

2012 Sponsors (Orders from January 2012) DO NOT need to renew. Instead just tell someone who may wish to join us. Your advertising dollars are still at work in the St. Louis and Metro-East LGBT Community. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! The Directory has been received far better than our expectations. Current Sponsors may purchase a full-page advertisement for $30 to increase your brands profile. Simply state "full-page" in your ONLINE ORDER.

Browse the January Edition HERE:

January 2012 - MetroEast NEWS Digital Directory

Directory News & Events Features from Southern Illinois LGBT Community

2012 Sponsors include: Equality Illinois, Belleville PFLAG, One Saint Louis, Sage of Metro St. Louis, LGBTCounseling.com, Kirsten Beckstrom MSW/LCSW, Jennifer Shaw P.C. Law Firm, TransHaven, St. Louis Gender Foundation, J.Brooks Digital, SEVEN Belleville, Bethel UCC-Cahokia, Daniel McCree Foundation/ Suicide Prevention Hotline and Belleville Transgender & Friends.
JOIN US IN SUPPORT OF EQUALITY by becoming a sponsor for our next edition of the DIGITAL DIRECTORY as well. It may be the best $30 you spend all year long!

Payment for Sponsors are available online only and we gladly accept VISA/MasterCard, AMEX, Discover, or Bank Debit Card.    Be sure to include your business website and/or contact information with your order.
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EXP Magazine MAY 2002 (feat. Daniel McCree)

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Tue, 22 May 2012 14:57:00 +0000

EXP Magazine MAY 2002
Published by: Jeff Balk Courtesy: St. Louis LGBT History Project - Colin Murphy

Daniel McCree Foundation Yes it's a little known fact that Daniel was a writer for EXP Magazine in 2002. Im not exactly sure how long he was there, in fact this article took me several years to track down. Thanks to Coliin Murphy and the St. Louis LGBT History Project for tracking it down for me.

Daniel McCree Foundation Colby Kluthe---> Joyce Coulter LuvUaustin--Turns out it was 10 years ago this week this issue came out. How interesting i decided to put it out there this week without realizing it:) ...still speaking (if we listen) BUT YOU KNOW THAT~;)

But you must kimatsu....It is necessary -Daniel McCree

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Fri, 18 May 2012 11:49:00 +0000

But you must kimatsu....It is necessary

by: Daniel McCree

Dramatic increase of dynamic defragmentation denouncing decorative deities diluting dilineated demonstration of demoralizing the diabolic onset of dementia enabling concise realization of dream scape realization. Instigation of interpretive insignia inevitably increase ignoble idiosyncrasies regarding aforementioned dreamscape.

Instigating itineraries of symmetrical proportion in strict aberation of dyonisian principles of prolific principalities accompanied by precognitive placement of patrician insignia in addition to pragmatic applications ensures concise conceptual propagation.
Incarceration of illigetimate articles ensures the negation of infidelity Depth and Width amongst contrary conceptualizations intrinsic calculations concluding incorrigable mediums prohibit incredulous acrewment of accolades. Atonement derivatives being simplification accompanied by fragmented erroneous gesticulations.

Approportionate marriages regarding depth and with enables allusions of spacial magnification. Intrepid consummation of abstraction denys proportionate alotment to visual and contentual conceptual procurement. Intermittent personification of practical trivial matter cumulatively conveys kinetic fields. Concentration implies depth while cyclical concentration denotes planar consistency Helixical incantation evokes synaptical commotion.

Inclusive encapsulation of said helix plus connotation of and positioned strategically placed organic form instigates ideally harmonious malignant beingness. As organic expression meet artifice in planar and spacial harmony instigates utopian kingdom. Incomplete collaborations pre-cognate manifest destiny of depravity. Randomized commisseration consecration of insignificant fodder utilitarian bearing singularly aesthetic .

Negligent articulation (conjugation) of preconceived content precipitates pandimonium *ecclesiastic elaboration upon fundamental elements promotes transgression. Impervious impartiality responsive to perspective landmarkds incites distortion of balance.

Adherence to defined principles bears direct correlation to future enentual satisfactory completion. Interrelation of adherence to preconceived principles of intrinsic states of independant incalcitration are acheived by pythagorean spacial division of space. Circumvential linear content derives kinetikly fluid emotion. Applying aristocratic adherence of absolution denies fluidity, erego stagnation

Board Vacancy - St. Louis Regional Director

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Tue, 15 May 2012 15:25:00 +0000

May 15,2012
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The Daniel McCree Foundation is seeking a new ranking board member to serve as the St. Louis Regional Director.
This voluntary position would be responsible for public representation of the foundation at events in the St. Louis and Southern Illinois Region.
We are looking for someone who lives within the St. Louis area,is familiar with our foundation and its purpose as well as LGBT issues and organizations that serve Southern Illinois.
Requirements: Board members must be available by email and participate in the annual board meeting (December) The St. Louis Regional Director should be able to attend Metro East Pride in Belleville each June, and distribute the limited release of artwork during the event.
Other Opportunities include facilitating our sponsorship of charity organizations they are already involved with, and seek opportunities to expand our involvement in LGBT Community. The time requirement for this position is minimal, and for the right candidate would not require any additional time commitment beyond the involvement they already have in the community.

The Daniel McCree Foundation advocates for Suicide Prevention as well as outreach in the areas of HIV/AIDS awareness. Our Outreach projects include the Digital Directory and Monthly Publication of MetroEast NEWS as well as an ongoing dialog with those who have lost loved ones too soon.

INTERESTED? Send us an email at: danielmccreeorg@gmail.com
You do NOT need to identify as LGBT. However Social-Justice issues are paramount to our work.

May 2012 MetroEast NEWS

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Sat, 12 May 2012 00:45:00 +0000

Dining Out For Life - April 26

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:57:00 +0000

Dining Out For Life - April 26
Join the Ezekiel Project HIV/AIDS Ministry Team for dinner on Thursday, April 26, 2012
as they Dine Out For Life at
Square One Brewery
1727 Park Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63104

A portion of all proceeds benefit
St. Louis Area HIV/AIDS Service Organizations.
Dine Out on Thursday, April 26th, 2012 and be part of our 19th annual Dining Out For Life to benefit the programs and services of Saint Louis Effort for AIDS.
Dining Out for Life is an international event that has raised over $4.3 million since 1990 to help Saint Louis Effort for AIDS provide education on the prevention of HIV/AIDS and comprehensive support services for those affected by the disease. It's an incredibly important event that not only helps nourish our community...but also the soul. Grab your family and friends and make plans to dine out for breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, cocktails and more at one of our participating Dining Out For Life restaurants where at least 25% of your check will be donated to support the work of Saint Louis Effort for AIDS.
If you are not able to join us but would like to contribute, click to donate now!
For more information, contact Jenna at 314-333-6671.

The April 2012 issue is now available!

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 15:15:00 +0000

April 2012 - MetroEast NEWS

March 2012 Issue of MetroEast NEWS is now online!

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 03:12:00 +0000

MetroEast NEWS - Featured Articles -

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 16:40:00 +0000

MetroEast NEWS - Featured Articles -
“Open Mic Night @ The Inn”
BellevillePride~ MetroEast News

MetroEast News - FEBRUARY 2012

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:58:00 +0000

BellevillePride~ MetroEast News
FEBRUARY 2012 ISSUE

Railroad Jerk on the Third Rail

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 13:55:00 +0000

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A friend shared this a few weeks ago, and it definately grabbed me as a "same lane" song. It is not really well known, or easily found but worth a spin!

Sweet Librarian by Railroad Jerk on Grooveshark

MetroEast NEWS: "DNA of DEA" - By: Daniel McCree

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:14:00 +0000

MetroEast NEWS: "DNA of DEA" - By: Daniel McCree: www.DanielMcCree.Org Daniel McCree Foundation (Written 2006) "A janitor and a jailbird a judas and a judge. Alchemy can kill you, wh...

Sherwood Forest Camp Provides Opportunity for Youth

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 19:50:00 +0000

SHERWOOD FOREST CAMP

Did you know that families pay just $50 for their child to attend camp, regardless of the length of the session? Siblings cost only $25. However, the actual cost of camp is nearly $150 per camper, PER DAY. The difference is covered by your generous contributions. We thank you for making camp possible for hundreds of St. Louis children each summer!

The Daniel McCree Foundation supports this important organzation as both Alumni and Volunteer efforts. You too can support them, and the opportunities they make possible for our youth in need.

Remembering Ray (Cover Story) December 2011

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 22:46:00 +0000

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A Short Reflection on this months issue:
I guess in a sense, the monthly go-round of putting the monthly publication together is my version of throwing around some color. The inside joke has been that no matter how many times I "proof" an issue, there is always one glaring typo. And it has almost become a sense of questioning where it will be, and how it will make it's presence known. Those of you further down on the vine remember that Daniel often put typo's in his writing to prove a point. Perhaps the point is that perfection is something unattainable, or an even more benign method of simply saying "I'm still here". Either way this month's blunder would be none other than that I misspelled my own name... how about that :) I think the best and only thing to do is just call it out and allow it to be whatever it is.
Peace & Shalom,
Colby

World AIDS Day 2011 (ST. LOUIS) December 1st

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 15:44:00 +0000

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Come join us as we celebrate and remember the lives of those we have lost or who are living with HIV/AIDS. There will be memories told and a message of hope shared. During the service there will also be a candlelight vigil. Following the service there will be a time of fellowship with light refreshments provided by the Ezekiel Project HIV/AIDS Ministry Team.

Thursday, December 1, 2011, 7p
(service held at MCC of Greater Saint Louis)
1919 South Broadway
St. Louis, MO 63104

Speakers will include Doug Price and Colby Kluthe of the Daniel McCree Foundation.

Happy Birthday Danny Boy!

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 19:21:00 +0000

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A note from the Editor:

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November 21, 2010

"The mission of DanielMcCree.Org is to share with the world, the creative works and spirit of Daniel McCree, foster a dialogue for those who were moved by his life,while promoting the 7 Arts of Power: Literature ,Performing Art,Visual Art,Design Art, Decorative Art, Technological Art and Spirituality"

We set today aside to celebrate the 27 years of Daniel McCree's life, and remember the contributions of his life and spirit over the past 3 years. To put it in Daniel's own words:
‎"A silent stare is what the outside world must view while I'm walking through this. My
life's work has been to record my story in my own way using whatever
avenues communication or _expression will serve the purpose. "
--Danny McCree (time unknown)

Ray Henry Ulrich - A Story from our Vine

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 06:36:00 +0000

(Regarding the Loss of our Dear Friend Ray Henry Ulrich (aka Radio Jesus) You are truly a blessing from the vine.)

I really hadn't imagined that I would have spent some time this week adding a new section to the grapevine, but as a close friend put it so eloquently " fate is something that we can not escape. She is an evil witch and on occasion she rears her ugly head." I was blessed to have shared in exchange with Ray, and had found so many blessings in his sharing this great story with me almost 2 years ago. I am thankful that our paths crossed and know you a spirit I feel i know well. I am honored to republish your story again on Danny's Birthday. I know how much he loved each of the branches on his vine.
(VISIT RAYS BRANCH @DanielMcCree.Org)

-Colby

A story from RAY ~ a grape on the grapevine (March 2010)
A story from RAY ~ a grape on the grapevine

by Daniel McCree Foundation on Friday, March 5, 2010 at 7:09pm
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Published with permission of the author (Ray Henry Ulrich)

March 3, 2010 (12:15pm)
RAY (New Orleans, LA & St. Louis, MO)

I woke up this morning and found I had received this email from an old friend. All it said was, "holy sh#t. I didn't know he killed himself" and then it contained a link to Danny's (as I knew him) web site that, I think, you made for him in memorandum. I didn't know this until today and so it's hit me as though it just occurred. I lost another good friend the same way at the same time but I knew about that when it had happened. I wish I had known then that I had lost two.

I don't know if you would have ever heard of me but I knew Danny through some of his rougher moments. I'm the guy who he drove to New Orleans with the night before he began what would probably be his most difficult life stage. Danny and I had both been through a relationship with the same person, him after me, and so we had that in common.

They were abusive relationships in very similar fashions and so when Danny was coming out of it he and I became friends. I helped him to come out of that and I did everything I could to help him see clearly in that time because I knew from experience how hard that was and I knew exactly what he had gone through with that person.

When I decided to leave for New Orleans late on a Sunday night, Danny insisted he go with me. I often wish I had refused but at the time I wanted to take him far away from our ex, who was on a rampage. I won't go into (...) details but Danny was vulnerable and I should not have allowed certain things to take place. I was easily swayed by his cleverness and his looks. I think he was only really wanting validation that he deserved love. He did.

He was so young then and so wounded. He had come from one of the worst childhoods I had ever heard of. He shared it with me and I could not believe it. He had a lot of pain and a lot of anger then. I had also had a terrible childhood but hearing his made me stop complaining. Mine was nothing compared to his.

When we arrived in New Orleans, he started acting crazy. I didn't know him as well as I should have, perhaps. I didn't expect these things. He started disappearing for days and when he came back home he would tell how he had been sleeping with homeless people in train cars. We would tell him he was nuts for doing this when he had a place to go at night but he did it anyway. We fought a lot. He was violent sometimes, too. He hadn't really started the drugs yet, that I am aware of, but he had started engaging in some very worrysome behaviors and I knew him when he contracted HIV.

We had a particularly horrible night and me and our other roommates told him he had to leave. He had broken some windows and had tried to punch me. I was a lot taller than him and was able to hold him at arms length and he could never reach me to make real contact. I knew it wasn't really his fault. I knew he had issues and I suspect he had Bipolar Disorder (as do I) and I don't know if he ever did get treated. But he couldn't stay there and destroy the apartment and possibly injure people.

He left on foot for Texas to see a friend of ours and came back shortly to stay across the courtyard from us with a girl who was his friend. She took up for him a lot but when they lived together she experienced his volitile nature and also asked him to leave.

That's when we lost contact.

The next time I saw him was several months later and he had started his working with a magazine (not exp) and travelling and I was happy to see him calming down. He still exuded a frightening energy at the time but he was getting better. I remember playing a CD for him I thought he would like and he tried to take it. Not steal it but he just asked if he could have it. I said no.

Those were rough times. It was in 2001 and maybe into 2002. I stayed in New Orleans long after he disappeared and I heard little stories of him now and then.

When I came back to STL, I saw the ex again and he knew a little about Danny's whereabouts but not too much. He faded from my forethoughts but stayed always in my mind.

People always ask me if I hear from him and I didn't so I never had anything to offer them. Then today I receive this news, two and a half years later.

I'm having a very quiet, somber day.

I don't know why I am writing. Perhaps because you and I knew very different people in Danny. When I went to his site and read his work, I did not know this person. He wasn't really doing this stuff yet. He didn't make art. I think he kept a journal but not this. I see this writing and it's such a mature person, unlike the angry kid I knew. It makes me feel so sad.

Back then Danny had no idea who he was or what he wanted. Every time he would make a new friend he would start talking like them and he always wanted to be like them. He was very absorbant of people he felt, I imagine, had the key to the happiness he so wanted.

Now I see he had actually started to find himself and so it's all the more sorrowing that, along with himself, he didn't find the happiness he had hoped for.

You're right that he changed the lives of everyone he knew. He sure changed mine. If he and I had never met, I would never have gone to New Orleans. I would never have found MYSELF in my own journey and I would never have "arrived".

I loved Danny. I hated that he was so lost. I hated that his confusion had to result in still more agony in his life. He was dealt an extremely rough hand in life and, considering his starting point, he went so much further than most people do and it was in a much shorter period.

Today I keep thinking, "why would he do a thing like this?" as I am sure everyone else does.

I'm sorry to hear this. He has never left my thoughts. The night he left for Texas we went out and got so drunk and I cried like a baby. I was actually a little mad at him when he returned a week later because I wouldn't have cried like that if I had known I was going to see him again so soon. ha ha!!!

I had a lot of pictures of him from NOLA but I lost my album.

Thanks for reading and also thanks for keeping him alive.

I just felt like I had to write this.

-- From RAY

(contact editor@danielmccree.org for RAY's contact info)

Wed at 4:26pm · Delete Post
Daniel McCree Foundation --- cleverness LOL :) Daniel absolute in his clevernrss ! truly Diamond.
CK
(VISIT RAYS BRANCH @DanielMcCree.Org)

Celebrating the life of Ray Henry Ulrich

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 12:21:00 +0000

Remembering and Celebrating the Life of Ray Henry Ulrich

As Clair Janz mentioned, we are going to have a celebration of Ray's life.

The Koken Art Factory has opened up their doors to us on December 10th. Please spread the word. Brenda and I are putting together some of his favorite songs to perform that night.

Ray was a friend of Daniel's and supporter of the Daniel McCree Foundation. We shall join with family and friends in the celebration of this important spirit from our vine. He shall be missed.

To read his contributions to the foundation, (CLICK HERE)

A story from RAY ~ a grape on the grapevine
by Daniel McCree Foundation on Friday, March 5, 2010 at 7:09pm

Gnome Love Goes on And On~

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 06:21:00 +0000

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A note from the Editor:

At the moment, I will be "On a Journey" that has by some accounts been in the works for several years. I find the most difficult part of traveling is being away from the tunes that are the soundtrack that reminds me again and again, the vine grows. And much like any vine we generally find it a both unwieldy and determined. For several months now I have enjoyed this tune, but haven't shared it as of yet. Since I will be in LosAngeles the next few days traveling with the Choir from MCC, I thought while im out would be a great time. The moment I encountered "The Weepies" I knew I had stumbled upon a spirit I knew. And Like Daniel, it is most likely going to change you. So enjoy, and may blessings be upon each of you~ The D vine

Daniel McCree Foundation at National Coming Day Candlelight March (Belleville)

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 21:20:00 +0000

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Photo by: Colin Murphy -

Daniel McCree Foundation, Colby Kluthe and William Gromer.

Metro East Pride of Southwestern Illinois held its second annual National Coming Out Day Candlelight March on Tuesday, October 11th, 2011. LIGHT THE NIGHT remembers those in the community who have been lost to suicide and violence—and to express visibility for those in our community who are not yet able. - MEPSI

About 50 individuals and half dozen community organizations met at the Belleville Library and proceeded westward to Club Escapade on West Main Downtown. Speakers included Sarah Sowell of MEPSI, Theresa Schmidt of PFLAG-Belleville, Rev. Lenny Johnson of Light of Love Fellowship Church, and Robyn Montague of TransHaven. Also in attendence, Jessie Arms of Belleville Transgender and Friends/ CESJ & Individuals of many ages.

Contact us: danielmccreeorg@gmail.com

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East St. Louis, IL 62201

OCTOBER 2011 ISSUE

2011 DIGITAL DIRECTORY

LGBT Center Presented 9/11 Hero's Flag

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 20:08:00 +0000

LGBT Center Presented 9/11 Hero's Flag
VITAL VOICE
ST. LOUIS – Members of the Metropolitan Community Church of Greater St. Louis’ (MCCGSL) Ezekiel Project and Rev. Dr. Carol Trissell, Senior Pastor presented a memorial American flag to The LGBT Center of St. Louis, Oct. 5.

Leon Braxton, Richard Trennepohl, Colby Kluthe, Carol Trissell, John Campbell, Scott Oatman

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MCCGSL Best Overall Choir in "How Sweet The Sound" (ST LOUIS)

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 01:18:00 +0000

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Sept. 10 Benefit Concert for Second Wind (MATT ALBER)

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 22:45:00 +0000

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Sept. 10 Benefit Concert for Second Wind

Second Wind Lung Transplant Association of St. Louis is hosting a benefit concert featuring acoustic guitarist and Webster University alumnus Matt Alber. The concert, which also features a string quartet, is Saturday, Sept. 10, at 8 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral, 1210 Locust St., Saint Louis, MO 63103. Doors open at 7 p.m. Parking is available in the lots located to the south and east of the Cathedral, and street parking is free.

All proceeds will benefit lung transplant patients and their families. Reserved seating is $40, general admission $25. Advance-purchase reserved seats include admission to an after-concert reception with the artist. To purchase tickets, please call (314) 664-6360 or visit Second Wind of St. Louis.

We Love You Alisha Taylor

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:16:00 +0000

Colby Kluthe We recently "adopted" a fundraiser effort for We Love You Alisha Taylor, a mother of three who is battling with lung cancer in Springfield, Missouri.

Daniel McCree Foundation is happy to host a fundraiser page for them on one of our subdomains making it easy for friends and family to easily donate online.

Join the Alisha Taylor Family on Facebook!

Donations made from this page do not benefit Daniel McCree Foundation, but fund directly to the Taylor Family in Springfield, MO. And the designated administrators of this fundraiser efforts.
Daniel McCree Foundation - We Love You Alisha Taylor

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Daniel McCree Foundation for your mobile device / smartphone

noreply@blogger.com ("D's Cheeze") — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 13:53:00 +0000

Colby Kluthe:
perhaps a bit 'not necessary' but
Daniel McCree Foundation is now a bit mobile that is... fitting perhaps, but not 'necessary'

- Daniel McCree Foundation
for your mobile device / smartphone
Daniel McCree Art Gallery