Communication Management Resources doverly: Popular Culture Icons

The three icons that I chose is Elvis Presley, Siamese cats, and Norman Vincent Peale. Musician and actor Elvis Presley became on the biggest names in rock’n’roll. By the mid 1950’s, he appeared on the radio, television and the silver screen (Elvis Presley, 1996 - 2013). The Siamese cat is a breed of cats that is most popular of all the short haired cats, and is made distinctive by its long, slender body, and blue eyes (Cat Breeds and Types of Cats, 2009 - 2013). Norman Vincent Peale was a Protestant preacher and author. He originated the theory of positive thinking. His most famous book is The Power of Positive Thinking (Norman Vincent Peale).

The first icon that came to mind was Elvis Presley. I was 8 years old when Elvis passed away and I can remember what I was doing on that day. My first exposure came from my grandmother who would listen to Elvis and my mother had his 45 of Jail House Rock. Since, I have collected his records, trading cards, and various other items. Visiting Memphis was one of the best vacations I have been on. I of course love his voice and found him very attractive. But most of all, I found his life interesting. Growing up on government assistance, watching his father jump from one job to another, he was still able thrive and achieve so much.

My second icon is the Siamese cat. This is a strange icon for someone who has asthma such as me but they are sentimental to me. My grandmother had four Siamese cats that she loved dearly. As does my uncle and cousin. They have been something that I have always grown up with and they bring back great memories. I have a Siamese named Elvis.

The third icon I chose is Norman Vincent Peale who was a minister and author. His most notable book is The Power of Positive Thinking. This was the first book of his that I read. I found the book inspiring. It has been one of those books that I keep close on the bookshelf and pull down from time to time.