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Sometimes a movie is so bad, it's good. Sometimes a predictable plot, hokey special effects, and hackneyed cinematic devices are combined in such a way that the resulting effort transcends celluloid shlock and, instead, becomes amusingly awful. Mama, from Pan's Labyrinth producer Guillermo del Toro, achieves this admirably.
Scary movies (Mama is no horror) always run the risk of falling into this category, and to be fair, Mama starts off well enough: A successful young father snaps, kills his wife, and makes off with his two darling daughters to an abandoned cabin in the woods. We give director Andrés Muschietti the benefit of the doubt when the father is poised to snuff out the little girls' young lives. We wait with bated breath as he trains a gun on his daughter's head—not so much because of the tension onscreen but in anticipation of the invariable intervention. We hope that Muschietti plays it subtle, keeps to the psychological and mysterious.
Mama obliterates that hope with her debut, along with the deranged dad. In all her unhinged, CGI-compelled motion, Mama (Javier Botet, who has a distinctly male jawline) receives extended snatches of screentime. She hovers. She crawls. She melts into walls and floors. The creature (ghost?) is preposterous: the antithesis of subtlety, gruesome with special-effects detail.
Mama becomes the guardian of the lost girls (Megan Charpentier and Isabelle Nélisse), who spend five years in the woods before their hip, artsy—yet oddly dutiful—uncle (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) more or less finds them. (He hires someone else to do it.) The girls have some quirks, as one might expect. After a short-lived custody battle with the girls' aunt, Uncle Lucas cajoles his smoky eyed, bass-playing girlfriend, Annabel (Jessica Chastain), to forsake her rock band, move to the suburbs, and mother the feral children. But it's soon evident that Mama knows how to navigate to the 'burbs.
Chastain (slumming it after her performance in Zero Dark Thirty) is the best thing in Mama, as an nonplussed surrogate parent who eyes the girls skeptically for most of the movie. The movie delivers some solid frights, but the jumble of bizarre The Ring-esque scare tactics and over-the-top screenwriting make it predominantly comical.
Mama is not to be watched in solitude; it is decidedly movie-theater fare, affording you the chance to commune with others through the sudden jolts and the belly laughs the movie elicits. And for 100 minutes' worth of fellow feeling, the cost of a ticket seems fair.
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Two and a half months after 39-year-old Kenneth Gladney (right) was allegedly beaten in St. Louis by SEIU thugs outside Bernard Middle School, charges have finally been filed against six individuals, according to an article in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
The charges come 15 days after I asked the question, Why No Charges in Kenneth Gladney Beating Case? and mentioned the fact that the police report had already shown up at BigGovernment.com.
Notable among those charged by St. Louis County Counselor Patricia Redington is Post-Dispatch reporter Jake Wagman. Rather than being charged with assault, however, Wagman stands charged with failing to obey commands by police officers on the scene "to leave the site of an ongoing disturbance."
Wagman is joined on the charge sheet by the following, according to the Post-Dispatch:
- Elston McCowan, 47, of St. Louis, and Perry Molens, 50, of De Soto, were each charged with assault and interfering with police;
- Javonne Spitz, 51, of O'Fallon, Mo., and Brian Matthews, 34, of Glendale, also were charged with interfering with an officer; and
- Cheryl Johner, 55, of Arnold, was charged with assault and destruction of property.
I found it interesting how — predictably, I might add — several of the individuals listed above are quoted in the newspaper article as saying they are innocent.
More to come.
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UPDATE 11/30/09 at 5:45 p.m. Central: Incredible as it may seem, St. Louis County Counselor Patricia Redington reduced the charges to ordinance violations, according to a report by local radio station KMOX-AM 1120.
UPDATE #2 3/4/10 at 10:33 a.m. Central: Jim Hoft is reporting at Big Government is reporting that today, seven months after the incident, a court date has been set for April 23 at 7 a.m. Central.

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"We've all read books by Dr. Seuss, and my favorite is actually one of the last books he wrote because it's all about beginnings and big hopes," said Ezell. "The name of it is 'Oh, the Places You'll Go!'
"It's so fitting because the possibilities for your lives and mine are unlimited," he added.
Following the book's admonitions about "directions you choose" and "deciding where to go," Ezell gave graduates a list of issues affecting their choices and direction in life: following good plans, being dependable, helping others, accepting leadership, giving and having a spiritual foundation.
"Many times I have learned at the end of the day, I need more than just a good job and a paycheck to sustain me," he said. "I have found strength and help in a belief in something greater than myself."
For a conclusion, Ezell quoted Dr. Seuss' closing words, "You're off to great places; today is your day; your mountain is waiting; so, get on your way."
One graduate especially appreciating a speech based on a children's book was 70-year old Ruth Phipps, who received a bachelor of fine arts degree. Her senior exhibit featured paintings inspired by poems written by local children, and she plans to write and illustrate children's books.
"My grandkids would rather hear one of my stories than for me to read a story," Phipps said. "I was born in a time that children aren't aware of unless they hear these stories."
Encouraged by her youngest son, Phipps enrolled at Tennessee Tech shortly after the death of her daughter, Patty. Phipps' devoted much of her life to her special needs daughter and others in the community and helped establish Pacesetters more than 25 years ago. Today, Pacesetters is one of the largest community-based training and residential programs in the state for special needs adults.
Phipps is only a few hours shy of a second bachelor's degree in sociology, which she plans to finish after taking time off to work on her children's books.
"I'm kind of proud that I might be the first one at Tech to graduate at 70," Phipps said. "After a year, if I'm still granted the blessing of life, I'll go get those other hours."Students graduating from Tennessee Tech this term represented 14 other states, 72 Tennessee counties and eight foreign countries. Degrees were awarded in 36 undergraduate fields of study and 16 graduate fields.


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Rosemary chicken with tomato sauce
Cooking timePrep: 5 mins Cook: 30 mins
Skill levelEasy
ServingsServes 4
This Italian-style casserole will warm you up, and it's great value too
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- Dairy-free
- Gluten-free
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- kcalories
- 275
- protein
- 44g
- carbs
- 5g
- fat
- 9g
- saturates
- 3g
- fibre
- 0g
- sugar
- 4g
- salt
- 1.09g
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 rosemary sprig, leaves finely chopped
- 1 red onion, finely sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, sliced
- 2 anchovy fillets, chopped
- 400g can chopped tomatoes
- 1 tbsp capers, drained
- 75ml red wine (optional)
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ITALIAN TUNA SPAGHETTI Low fat Boil 400g spaghetti. Soften the onion, rosemary, garlic and anchovies in the oil for a few mins. Pour in the tomatoes and capers with the wine, if using, and simmer for 5 mins. Drain a 200g can yellowfin tuna and flake into the sauce. Warm through for a few mins, stirring, then toss with the drained spaghetti and serve with garlic bread.
- Heat half the oil in a non-stick pan, then brown the chicken all over. Add half the chopped rosemary, stir to coat, then set aside on a plate.
- In the same pan, heat the rest of the oil, then gently cook the onion for about 5 mins until soft. Add the garlic, anchovies and remaining rosemary, then fry for a few mins more until fragrant. Pour in the tomatoes and capers with the wine, if using, or 75ml water if not. Bring to the boil, then return the chicken pieces to the pan. Cover, then cook for 20 mins until the chicken is cooked through. Season and serve with a crisp green salad and crusty bread.
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This was quite nice but didnât have the WOW factor! My 12 year old son wasnât impressed but hubby enjoyed it. I omitted the capers but put in some mushrooms instead. I added the anchovies but couldnât taste them, so wouldnât bother buying them if I make it again. The sauce was a bit runny, so I added a few gravy granules just to thicken it slightly before serving.
This is a fantastic dish, full of flavour. Maybe avoid using the cheapest tomatoes though as they can be watery. I use about 3 times the rosemary and dried works fine. Served with roasted parsnips and sprouts. I leave out the anchovies casue I don't fancy the but think I'll give them a go tonight.
Chicken thighs are a must, breasts are too dry.
also cook for longerthan 20 minutes - the longer the better just watch it doesn't bubble dry.
I made this for dinner last night and I just know its going to be something I will make for years to come. It was so easy to make and follow and the flavour was just spectacular.
Of course, me being me, I tweaked it somewhat, not too much, I like my sauces with a lot of veg so as well as the onions I added some mushrooms and one red pepper but obviously this is just a personal thing, also because I like a lot of sauce with my dishes and I was having leftovers for lunch at work today I added an extra tin of tomatoes, a little extra red wine, one extra anchovy and a few extra capers just so the extra tomatoes didn't affect the depth of the overall flavour.
All in all, it was just stunning.
Really enjoyed this - did it in the slow cooker but added extra half tin tomatoes as cooked 12 chicken thighs. However, think would stick to one tin tomatoes and a bit more wine next time for depth of flavour. Flavours combined were lovely and served it with parsnip and potato mash to soak up the juice, carrots and peas. Have frozen the leftovers and hope that when we eat that it will taste as good so next time I can do double quantity and freeze.
this came in time as we had an unexpected guests. I gathered all the extra chicken parts (normally, tighs and wings go first). Followed instructions of preparing, I used red wine instead and some water, and added dumpling, 15 mins before turning off the stove. It was delicious, but because dumplings have the tendency to expand in the process, it was only good for 5 people. But bread was good enough.


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The result of Jarvis' outbursts? Four–count em, FOUR– technical fouls, being ejected from the game and escorted out of the gym via police escort. Oh, and his team lost the game after giving up the lead, courtesy of the resulting technical foul free throws.
But before that the game spun when Jarvis was called for four straight technicals. It turned out to be a 10-point swing, because ULM made 7 of the 8 free throws then got a rebound and scored a 3–point shot, so FAU;s 31-30 lead was suddenly a 40-31 deficit with 2 minutes left in the half, and while the Owls clawed and fought, they couldn't come back.
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Slovenia & Italy Bike Tour
- Bike tranquil lanes with light traffic and unparalleled scenery
- Challenge yourself on two alpine passes, comparable to the great climbs of the French Alps
- Sip superlative white wines from the Collio region of Friuli, one of Italy's best kept secrets
- Ready for an unforgettable dinner at Michelin-starred La Subida?
- Fall in love with Slovenia's most romantic alpine destination, Lake Bled
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This week will be officially referred to as "The Ride." Starting the day overlooking Italian vineyards and by afternoon swearing you're in Switzerland. Welcoming the challenge of two completely empty alpine passes (save for your fellow biking companions). Fighting that inner conflict between taking in the view and taking on the next corner. Remembering how to say "Good Morning" in Slovenian. Toasting in the stunning town of Bled. Okay, yes, tasting the local pinot grigio and tocai will be incredible. But it's still about the ride.
Day 1 Bike tranquil lanes with light traffic and unparalleled scenery Visit Aquileia, a World Heritage site with exquisitely restored Roman ruins Worked up an appetite? Feast on delicious polenta, prosciutto San Daniele, and other Friulian specialties at Michelin-starred La Subida.
Day 2 Superlative white wines from the Collio region of Friuli, one of Italy's best-kept secrets, where low hills lie blanketed in chestnut forests, cherry orchards and tidy vineyards On rolling hills, venture into neighboring Slovenia and the Goriška Brda wine region for incredible riding and your first taste of Eastern European culture Enjoy hearty alpine cuisine at an agriturismo, where we're treated like family.
Days 3-4 Challenge yourself on two mountain passes reminiscent of classic climbs in that famous French bike race After a thrilling descent, enter Soča River Valley for a spin to the sleepy village of Bovec (meaning "beautiful valley") Take in the turquoise Soča River and remarkable limestone peaks of Triglav National Park.
Days 5-6 Explore Slovenia's most stunning alpine destination, Lake Bled, whose island harbors a magnificent 17th-century church - you'll arrive by pletna (traditional wooden boat) Find villages steeped in tradition en route to gorgeous high-altitude Lake Bohinj The glamorous resort town of Bled, beloved for its thermal spas, inspires rejuvenation Journey to Ljubljana, with its unique Austrian flavor and vibrant cultural scene.
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This was an incredible trip. The biking was challenging but so rewarding. There is nothing more inspiring than working your way through a steep climb only to be rewarded with the most stunningly beautiful views of snowcapped mountains, waterfalls and crystal clear rivers. Our guides were wonderful - so full of local knowledge, completely accommodating and simply a pleasure to be around. They anticipated our every need and want, surprising us with little touches throughout each day. I hope we are lucky enough to have them again as guides!- Harrison, NY
Unique and wonderful sites, challenging biking, superb leaders! Another SUPERB Backroads trip! Having taken more than 25 trips with Backroads, we continue to marvel at the quality of your leaders, itineraries, cultural experiences, and accommodations. We plan to take many more trips with you!- Minneapolis, MN
Once again, Backroads provided what I've come to expect - top-rated guides leading us through beautiful scenery, providing historical background and context, and delivering us to fine hotels and dining.- Brookline, MA
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Castello di Spessa
Capriva del Friuli, Italy (2 nights) Set in graceful gardens and tranquil parkland among rolling hills, this elegant castle traces its roots back to the Roman Empire and once hosted Casanova. (golf)
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Bovec, Slovenia (1 night) Enjoy unmatched views of the soaring peaks that surround this comfortable alpine retreat.
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Bled, Slovenia (2 nights) Once Tito's summer villa, this hotel enjoys a spectacular location on the shore of Lake Bled and offers a private lido with row boats. (spa)
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Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities.
You can pick from a large selection of dates for your group of 8 or more. Call us for date availability.
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Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
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Flower bed for local indie-rock scene? – The Hi-Ho Lounge is revamped, revitalized, and ready for action. The red-decour and high wooden ceilings make this divey joint feel like home while the vintage booths and the human-sized birdcage remind you that you have stepped into a truly unique place.
With a completely unpretentious environment, one can feel comfy, sitting back, cutting a rug and being themselves while any number of up and coming New Orleans local bands rock the small stage at the far end of the room. Recently, The City Life opened up for Fay Wray's CD release party, and the setting was perfect for a truly successful shindig. This could easily become a favorite venue for New Orleans indie-rock.
All these qualities, combined with the fact the owner's son is a member of one of New Orleans most promising indie rock bands Glasgow!, make the Hi-Ho Lounge a perfect branch for the local indie-rock scene to land on. As popularity of the bar grows, I predict that it will become a favorite hang out for musicians and fans of this young and vivacious music movement happening in the city. Every great scene needs a central location. New York Punk had CBGB....and it may be said in the future that New Orleans indie-rock had the Hi-Ho Lounge
Musty, unpretentious dive serves as a hangout and music venue for the artsy, gritty Ninth Ward scene. – In Short
It's relaxed and a little grimy, like an undiscovered rock star's pad. There might be any number of new underground sensations playing board games or watching irregularly scheduled screenings of eclectic films. It's reminiscent of a college apartment with ratty couches, second-hand coffee tables, board games, old magazines, and an ancient pool table with two 11 balls. Punks, performance artists, neighborhood oddballs, winos and hipsters kick back or watch a performance.
great live music joint – This place has a great atmosphere (love the red lights and the cage!) and has reasonably-priced drinks. They've recently been having the band called the Ill Na Na which brings great energy to the place and gets everyone in a good, partying mood. If you can find it, I definitely recommend it!
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Matthew H. Harnett, 54, a prominent Rutland attorney died Monday, November 19, 2012, at Dartmouth Hitchcock Memorial Hospital.
He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., August 2, 1958, the son of Dr. Joseph and Sandra (Eisler) Harnett.
Matt was a graduate of Bayside High School and a graduate of Suny Brockport College and Vermont Law School.
Mr. Harnett interned for the late congressmen Ted Weiss of New York, as well as the South Royalton Legal Clinic.
He served as a Law Clerk for the Vermont Attorney Generals Office, 1982-1983 and the Rutland County Public Defenders Office, 1983-1984. He was admitted to the Vermont Bar Association April, 1984, and was a Rutland County Public Defender, 1984-1987. He started private practice in 1987. Mr. Harnett was an Adjunct Law Professor, Castleton State College since 1991. He also was a serious felony attorney for the State of Vermont and a frequent presenter of criminal defense and trial practice.
He was tennis pro for the Killington School of Tennis, and was an active member and well-loved ski coach for the Killington Ski Club and Killington Mountain School. He was an active golfer and member of the Rutland Country Club.
Surviving are his wife Lorraine (Markowski) Harnett of Rutland and daughter Cassie Harnett of Rutland; his father Dr. Joseph Harnett and his wife Elaine of Naples, FL, his mother Sandra Wohlberg and her husband Clifford of Somers, N.Y.; two sisters, Phoebe Burstein of Cross River, N.Y., and Gena Gallinger of Clifton Park, N.Y., two nephews, Max Burstein and Sam Gallinger and a niece Emily Gallinger.
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HI I'm totally new when it comes to woodwork and trying to learn as I go along. I bought this cute but roughed up vintage end table that I intended to repaint, but it's so pretty I would love to keep it with a wood finish.
Can anyone help identify what this current finish is and how best to approach the task of restoring the furniture.
Some images here
I'm not very skilled in identifying wood stains, but it looks like some walnut, oak and perhaps even cherry. I've been trying to figure out if this piece was refinished several times, or what.
I've seen the kind of chipping in the first photo, on a cherry dresser about 65 years old. I don't know what caused it, or what the cause might be of the peeling/chipping on your furniture.
That photo does give some insight into the original type of wood, but again, I can't tell what it is, other than to see some attractive grain.
The Edge and Bottom photo shows wood that looks like it's been exposed to moisture. I've seen wood "wrinkle" like that on other pieces but don't know the circumstances.
There are some knowledgeable woodworkers here; perhaps they'll have some better ideas.This message has been edited. Last edited by: GardenSprite,
Mersmen is still around, I think. the edgework might have been painted over, but the rest is stained. on a hidden spot, press a blunt item like a wide screwdriver blade or a bottle opener against the wood to gauge its hardness.
if the legs etc. are pine and you get a decent depression, the top is likely a veneered or laminated pressboard. this is of the "3 tables $200" variety of woodworking, and I'd not get elaborate, just cover up scratches with light or darm "furniture restorer" as needed. I forget the brand name of the stuff, it's up with the waxes in the grocery store.
if it's hard to dent, it's oak or cherry most likely. cherry has a reddish tint to it, so I'd think red oak most likely, a common hardwood. if there isn't any brown at all in a piece of the unfinished wood, it's more likely ash. the top could still be anything, worth scraping a little underneath to see what you have. that would be worth refinishing.
the edge would be banded if that is a solid hardwood top on the edges, and a heat gun and putty knife would get off the rest of the crumbling veneer. then you could re-veneer and stain it.
stain matching is art, you have to start with several small half-pint cans, mix, and apply to a piece of scrap to match the color.
sig: if this is a new economy, how come they still want my old-fashioned money?
you have several different finishes, The photo that shows the black dots is simulating distressed cherry, the top photo, where the finish is off, shows the grain of either pine or poplar, I'd guess poplar as it will take the finish more evenly. I also see an attempt at a cherry stain that looks pretty goodm My advice is , considering the condition of the finish and your desire to keep the wood appearance, you should take it to a professional wood finishing shop
from what I've read, mersman is / was a mid priced product selling for about $300 or less. The table is pretty well beat upso It might not be worth having it refinished as to do that, the company will immerse the table in stripper to clean off the old finish,repair the chipped sections of wood, then sand and sand and sand, before applying the final finish I bet it would cost in the neighborhood of $500-$600 to restore it to its $300 value
You could get a faux finish kit at a paint store and do a pretty good restore job yourselfThis message has been edited. Last edited by: nona,
Wow, a lot of information... Thanks all. Unfortunately, I don't have $500 to spend on refinishing it, especially since I spent all of $5 to buy the table. Just wanted to get it looking nice enough.
The top is definitely a veneer like you say, I can see the edge thickness now that I look closer. I'm thinking I might clean the piece, scrape off the crumbling edge and stain the edge carefully, and then use Howards restor-a-finish on the whole thing to blend in other scratches etc...
Hoping that will work out okay! Thanks for the advice on the stain matching, I will start with a less visible edge to try the stain. Is it possible to get stain sample colors? (Guessing not! but worth a shot )
Sh. Carvalho, home Depot has stain samples in trial size packets . here they run about 50cents. Varathane makes them, check a color chart and find a few that are close.good luck
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Most of the land market insiders who responded to a Purdue University survey said they see the growth rate in farmland values slowing over the next five years.
Indiana land values rose 24% in 2010, with poor-quality farmland valued at $4,386; average-quality farmland, $5,468; and top-quality farmland, $6,521 per acre.
About 59% of those surveyed expected farmland values to be even higher five years from now. But they expected land values only to be 12.4% higher. This translates into an average annual increase of 2.4%.
Nineteen percent of those surveyed said they expect farmland values to decline over the next five years. The average decline for this group was 11.9%.
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• Most Indiana land market insiders see a slower rise in land values in the future.
• About 22% see no increase in land values over the next five years.
• Economist advises farmers to do financial stress test for land changes.
About 22% of the respondents said they do not expect any change in land values five years from now.
Given the change in farmland value for the past five years, no change in value over five years will be a sharp change in the trend, notes Craig Dobbins, Purdue Extension agricultural economist. What might happen that would make each group correct?
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• Strong soybean export demand
• 2011 U.S. corn and soybean crop that is average or below average
• Moderate increases in input costs for corn and soybeans, keeping crop production margins well above historic averages
For low long-term interest rates
• Little change in the amount of land available for sale
For no change or declines
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• Sudden change in the U.S. policy away from providing biofuel subsidies and mandating usage levels
• Sharp rise in interest rates because of a downgrade in the credit rating of U.S., government debt obligations or increased inflation fears
• Exceptionally large 2011 corn and soybean crop
• Sharp rise in crop input prices reducing crop production margins
• Further slowing of world growth because of sovereign debt problems, including the U.S.
• Strong supply response resulting from capital investments in agricultural production stimulated by high grain prices
The survey was sent to farmland managers, appraisers, brokers, ag loan officers, Extension agents, farmers and Farm Service Agency officials.
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In light of land value volatility, Dobbins encourages farmers to do some financial stress testing.
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Daytime darling Katie Couric recently revealed to Jimmy Kimmel that she once went out on a date with CNN alum Larry King -- and she had to turn his advances down! Katie told the late night host all about her night out with King more than 25 years ago, which included dinner at an Italian restaurant where her date -- who was 23 years her senior-- ordered veal poached in chicken stock because he had just had a quadruple bypass.
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Ian, can you ever become King? If you can't, then, not having the right to vote in the elections here should not be a problem for you. Right?
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When I worked in a bicycle shop, the owner had previously worked as a engineer for Boeing. He said it was very common in England to pull the heads on a car at 12,000 miles and clean them. His wife used to ride her bike to buy food daily there. They didn't have refrigeration. I think they got quite spoiled here, having refrigerators and cars that ran.
I keep this great big flashlight behind the seats when I drive them at night. I have had to navigate my way home by it several times. Driving with one hand and holding the light with the other.
[B]No, plumbing ain't rocket science. Unlike rocket science, plumbing requires a license[B]
America resembles Russia like it does Pakistan. Russia is a confused, violent, lawless and fairness-less mess and always has been. You must not have been there, at least not in the countryside.America is more like Russia in ways it would not like to admit.
And they know how to properly drink, unlike Americans.
I don't know. I have drinking down pretty good
[B]No, plumbing ain't rocket science. Unlike rocket science, plumbing requires a license[B]
The point was is everything America stands for really to be found here? Is it?America resembles Russia like it does Pakistan. Russia is a confused, violent, lawless and fairness-less mess and always has been. You must not have been there, at least not in the countryside.
And they know how to properly drink, unlike Americans.
God, yes. I will absolutely agree that America is God's Country. The proof is in the Church traffic and the taxpayer-provided police that direct it.
But is it free? No liqour on a Sunday. Not being able to post anything except US mail through a post box. Etc. Lots of rules. Not unlike Russia. Americans love their rules.
And the dream is long gone.
At least MGs can go round corners. American cars simply cannot.
America has great fruit though. It should return to farming. And leave the technical stuff to the Canadians and Europeans.
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I have a mountain of tires worn out from driving roads like on the coast of italy.... Dodge caravans, pickups, jeeps, flatbeds, all US iron, all around millions of corners with drop offs miles below. Never missed one yet.
One inherited Subaru from Japan was the worst of all, and seemed to have the most issues. Waiting to get the excavator over to 'modify' it for the scrap yard.
Better move here, liquor on Easter Sunday even. I think your bars are open on Sunday, however.
I havent seen any Europeans or Canadians on the moon. So I think we'll keep the tech stuff. All that crap we buy from china and japan was designed here anyway. And WE taught them the methods to produce at a profit, like idiots.
Where exactly is that English mars rover that was designed for 1 year that ran for 5 plus?
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You threw money and pensions at the guys that built the space program.
We have public health care, instead.
You went to the moon. Once.
Once to the moon? Hello?
Alright, six times out of seven attempts.
You'll never meet a poor NASA retiree though.
We choose to go to the moon in this decade and do the other things, not because they are easy, but because they will provide big pensions.
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Going to the moon spawned hundreds of devices that changed our world today. And imagine doing it with computers smaller than whats in your cell phone today.
Having a deranged Nazi designing our first rockets helped too. And your Peter Sellers did well in "Dr. Strangelove"
My mentor after dad and a crazy uncle that even made his own hacksaws, was a tool designer, for Apollo rocket engines, generally. Probably the highest level of multiple skills needed in any profession.
Bent the tubing for the engines in SS in such a way that no human had ever imagined could be done before. All of his vast knowledge still lives in the defense and NASA work. Take that away and we really are back to apple orchards.
When I started my business[es] I was poor as that guy under the bridge in DC. So I built most of my production machinery and even dug one 3000# bandsaw out of a swamp bed. All still running 30 years later.
Thank god for his pension, it still keeps him alive near 100 years old [and you owe him for building the wings of the b-25's that saved England] Incredibly, he was a concientious objector to the WW2, and good thing for that!
Otherwise you might be German, and we WOULD have been to the moon once out of 7 attempts.
Actually you look like a German. Are we being scammed? It would explain your distaste for Liberty ships.
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He's a German!
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FORTUNE -- Dear Annie: I work in a small (20-person) department of a huge company, for a boss who I think is fundamentally a good guy. He's a devoted dad, very fair to us employees, and usually a pleasure to be around. The problem is his political opinions, which are so extreme they make Rush Limbaugh look like a flaming liberal. He and I are on polar opposite sides of almost every issue in the news these days, from immigration policy to health care reform.
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Hi Everyone! I just wanted to update everyone seeing as the last post i made was a low point for me. Last week was a big week for me and my bf. First i turned 20 and for a birthday gift from the hospital i got to see and hear my baby. We also found out what we are having after drinking three big cups of water..and they have informed us that we are having a baby boy. Who we are naming Greyson Edward <3 I never thought i would see my boyfriend cry cuz he is one of those men who dont believe in crying but i saw some tears trickle down his cheeks at the hospital. :-) Any ways the baby is very healthy his lil heart beat is 160. Which is what it always is when i go to the doctor. lol He moves around alot and doesnt let me sleep. The only thing im really struggling with right now is the lower back pain. I hate it so much. My heating pad is like my new best friend but sometimes its just not enough. Other than that even though im not close to birth yet my bf and i still cant decide rather breastfeeding or bottle feeding is right for us. Anyone got any advice or tips on deciding?
CONGRATS! Little boys are wonderful.. Wasn't it the most exciting thing searching the ultrasound to find what you're having... The gender one is the best, right next to the first one where you can hear and see your baby for the first time. I'm really happy that your boyfriend seems to be coming around and doing better. Continue to be encouraging with him though, Now and well after the birth of your son he's probably going to continue to go through a roller-coaster of emotions even though he may not let you see it. As far as your back is concerned have you tried to get lower belly support? it's a band that helps hold up your belly so your back doesn't suffer so much. Also get good supporting bra, the weight of your breasts are only going to increase as you near birth. Which brings me to another subject Breastfeeding! It is 100% your decision so don't let anyone tell you what to do. I will however help you by starting out with will breastfeeding fit your lifestyle? By that i mean are you going to be working a full time job or going to school or both? It will be much more difficult to breastfeed if you are going to be gone a lot. However you baby can still benefit from your milk by pumping. If you choose to pump an electric one is a lifesaver. Breastfeeding is the best thing for your baby nutritionally because it gives them everything they need and more. Breast-milk contains tons of antioxidants that will help build your babys immune system. I did not find breastfeeding painful or odd, however pumping felt a little odd. Breastfeeding is less expensive than formula and all the accessories that go along with bottle feeding... Not on to bottle feeding I did tons of research on formula and i decided to go with Similac because nutritionally i found it to be more like breast-milk than the other formulas. I won't lie it is more expensive, but Similac is very good about sending coupons to help it be more affordable. Since being on Similac my baby hasn't had any issues with constipation, and is still growing fabulously. If you decide to bottle feed may i suggest you do some research or find a pediatrition for your baby and have him/her go over the different formulas with you and explain what's in them and how they will benefit your baby. From there it's process of elimination as to what you will feel best about feeding your baby. Keep in mind that you may have to change formulas if your baby doesn't do well on it so stay flexible... Also make sure to get a few bottles and a can of formula even if you breastfeed. Since you've signed up for strong moms you may have already gotten a sample in the mail and you'll probably get one from the hospital when your baby is born as well. I had 5 sample cans of different formulas by the time my baby was born. Anyway i hope this has been some help to you.. the best i can say is research and use logical process of elimination and eventually you'll come to your answer.
Congrats on your little boy! I love his name - what a strong, wonderful little guy he'll be. :-) As for breastfeeding versus bottle feeding, I'd encourage you to give breastfeeding a go. You will be able to financially be in a lot better shape than bottle feeding, provide just the right amount of nutrients and immunity protection for your baby, and it's pretty convenient with no packing up of supplies and bottle warming, etc. That being said - lots of people really like having some support when they are breastfeeding. I'd encourage you to find a breastfeeding class through your hospital and go before you deliver. Joining a mommy group where other moms are breastfeeding can be really helpful and supportive.
No matter what you decide, however, you are the best thing for your baby and he is going to thrive on your love and care. Happy for you! :-)
Congratulations on your baby boy! Little boys are so much fun to have around and you'll love it. I also love the name you have chosen! As far as breast vs bottle--talk to your doctor and get some information about breastfeeding and bottle feeding. Then when you are in the hospital, make sure you get help from the lactation nurses that are there. Breastfeeding is a wonderful experience, but it is not for everyone, so be sure to have a back up plan in case it doesn't work for you! Good luck!
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The Panasonic DMP-BDT230 is a mostly solid Blu-ray player, except it serves up obnoxious ads in its onscreen interface.
LG is debuting three new Blu-ray players at CES 2013, with two models that let you listen to your Blu-ray movies through a smartphone app.
An evolutionary upgrade of past Slingbox models, the Slingbox Solo remains an excellent way to stream your home TV programming to an increasingly wide variety of broadband-connected computers and smartphones.
If you can't live without your favorite shows, the Sling Media Slingbox is the best way to beam them to any broadband-connected PC or Windows Mobile device in the world.