Michael Jackson Tribute Portrait Newsletter December 22
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Happy Holidays! Letter from the Editor Dear MJTP Dot Members: The holiday season is upon us. It’s a time for family and friends to come together in love as we’re reminded of what is most important in life, caring for one another. That goes for our worldwide MJ family as well. We are a global empowered family, brought together by one remarkable man. Our community itself is a testament to the power of Michael Jackson. How many other entertainers can say they have an entire community? However, we are a community in need, because our feelings of loss are still ever present, and that leaves us vulnerable. Anything negative that surfaces about Michael still hurts us deeply and has the potential to divide us. But, in spite of our differences, we must not let that happen. He would not want that. Shortly after this Tribute was created, the management team made a conscious decision to make this a pure and positive place for fans to come and engage in their love for Michael. We pride ourselves on being a Tribute based on love. Our efforts are meant to build and strengthen our community. We do not engage in controversies nor participate in fans attacking each other because of a difference in beliefs or opinions. The MJTP tries to remain a neutral entity because we are here simply to love, honor and celebrate Michael; the man, the music and the legend. I begin this issue with a very special holiday message for the entire Michael Jackson Community; a message of peace, love and harmony. I know this video will bring tears to your eyes because while I was creating it there were tears welling up in mine. It is a message inspired by Michael, meant to lift a community in need; his community. We are his family and we have to remain strong and united. The Michael Jackson Tribute Portrait was invited to attend the premier party for the release of the ‘Michael’ CD. Kim Durham, Director of Marketing, represented us. Be sure to watch the videos and view the pictures she has posted. Kim felt blessed to be surrounded by thousands of fans enjoying Michael’s never-ending music; and our Tribute felt proud to be officially represented at an event that furthers Michael’s legacy. Michael ends this issue with his Christmas message from 1992. It’s still as important today as it was then. On behalf of the entire MJTP Tribute Team, we wish you a happy holiday season. Linda Higgins
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Please watch this very special holiday message from The Michael Jackson Tribute Portrait. It is our gift of love to you; a Christmas Wish List for our wonderful global MJ Community. Watch the video here. |
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‘Michael’ CD Release Party
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Dot to Dot: Keeping Michael’s Legacy Alive
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The Beat of Our Hearts: A Musical Tribute to Michael
Song snippets are now available. To hear them watch the video here. |
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New Generation Spotlights
Meet ChrisPeterPan – Dot 262308
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Calling All Women Women of all ages are invited to participate in an important project called Freedom Woman. MJTP artist David Ilan is spearheading the project, which aims to gather crucial moments from real women's lives. Women around the world are being asked the same three questions. Their answers are brutally honest and eye-opening. Click here to participate. |
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Tribute Tidbits David Ilan's Tour Journal
Updates on the MJTP Premium Site After further discussion, the MJTP Tribute Team has decided not to move forward with the Premium Membership site at this time. We appreciate all the feedback we received, both positive and in opposition, but we have decided to move in another direction. The MJTP magazine, Dot To Dot, will continue to be a free gift to our members.
Commemorative Dot Certificates Update We are pleased to announce that the remaining orders for the Commemorative Dot Certificates will be shipped before the New Year. These custom-made keepsakes have proven to be a very popular item – so popular that we could not keep up with the ordering of supplies, assembly, packaging and shipping. There were some other unexpected issues too. We sincerely apologize for the delays, and we thank you for your understanding, trust and extreme patience. All should arrive between now and a week to 10 days following New Year’s Eve. If, for some reason, you do not receive your Certificate in the mail before January 15, please alert us by sending an e-mail with your name, username and dot number (and order number, if available) to: [email protected].
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A Special Holiday Message
The Michael Jackson Tribute Portrait was honored to be
represented at the exclusive Release Party for the "MICHAEL" CD this week in New
York City. See the party through the eyes of MJTP Marketing Director Kim Durham,
who was an invited VIP guest. 
Don’t forget to read the new Michael Jackson Tribute
Portrait E-Magazine, Dot to Dot: Keeping Michael’s Legacy
Alive. We are all very excited about this magazine and so much love and
hard work has been poured into it for you and for Michael. Now more than ever,
carrying Michael’s legacy into the future in a positive and respectful manner is
of the utmost importance to assuring the continuation of his message. What we do
and say has an impact, and Dot to Dot is a powerful and
beautiful vessel to help bring about the changes Michael so ardently believed in
and worked so hard for. Our very special Christmas issue will be published
later this week on December 24th.
The Beat of Our Hearts: A Musical Tribute to
Michael makes the perfect Christmas gift for anyone who loves
Michael Jackson. Produced by The Michael Jackson Tribute Portrait, 
A Message from Raven, Director of New Generation
Outreach: Michael Jackson knew at a very early age what it takes many
of us a lifetime to learn: children can teach us so much. Michael loved all the
children of the world. And to carry on Michael's legacy of Love for the
children, I think it is very important to look for ways that will inspire the
youth of today to become positive role models of tomorrow. So, my desire is that
you will be enlightened by these stories from our younger generation.
Periodically, we will shine the spotlight on one of our New Generation of MJ
Fans dot members (see below). Some stories will include volunteers, community
leaders, those with special needs or talents in art/music/poetry/drama and
members inspir ed by Michael to become a better person. Whatever the case may
be, Michael Jackson had an impact on all of these young people.
Christian, age 5, also known as “ChrisPeterPan,” joined The
Michael Jackson Tribute Portrait on August 25, 2010. This little Peter Pan flew
his way into my heart when he made a post to our New Generation of MJ Fans
Gallery earlier this month. I have asked Christian's mother, Tanya (TIARRA) to
share with you her son's story (please note in parts you may need a tissue; I
know I did!) 
In Michael’s Words