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Holi, The Festival of Colors presents a wonderful opportunity for art teachers to use bright colors in their art lessons. Colored powders can be used to create powder paintings (similar to sand paintings). Paintings can be created to illustrate the history of the Indian holiday.
The Festival of Colours, (also called Holaka, Phagwa, Dhulheti, Dhulandi or Dhulendi) is a popular Hindu Spring festival observed around the world. Holi is a time when humans and nature shake off the gloom of winter and rejoice in the colors of spring. The holiday is primarily observed in India, Nepal, and countries with large Hindu populations such as Suriname, Guyana, Fiji, Mauritius and Trinidad. In West Bengal of India and Bangladesh, it is known as Dolyatra (Doljatra) or Boshonto Utsav. The annual festival is celebrated on the day of the full moon in the Hindu month of Phalguna. That month is March in the Anglo calendar. In 2009 Holi was celebrated on March 11. In 2014 it will be celebrated March 17. The most important day, Holi, is celebrated by Hindus throwing colored powder and colored water at each other. The Holika Dahan (or Chhoti Holi) is celebrated by lighting bonfires.
The legend that is commemorated by the festival involves an evil king named Hiranyakashipu. He told his son, Prahlad, that he was not to worship the god Vishnu but to worship him instead. Prahlad worshiped Vishnu anyway. The king became angry and poisoned Prahlad. However, the poison turned to nectar in Prahlad's mouth. The king ordered Prahlad to be trampled by elephants yet remained unharmed. He was put in a room with hungry, poisonous snakes and survived. Finally, he told Prahlad's sister, Holika, to put Prahlad on a pyre over a fire on her lap. It was believed that Holika would be immune from the fire due to her magic shawl. Prahlad prayed to Vishnu (Now called Lord Krishna) to keep him safe. Prahlad was unharmed by the fire, while Holika burnt to death. The king declared that she would be remembered from that point on Holi. Later Lord Vishnu took the form of half-man and half-lion (Narasimha) and killed King Hiranyakashipu at dusk on his porch steps by restraining him on his lap and mauling him with his claws.
There are alternate legends to the festival. In one, a Hindu god called Lord Shiva was tempted by Madana, the goddess of love, when she appeared in front of Shiva in the form of a beautiful nymph. Shiva recognized her and became angry. He shot fire out of his third eye and burnt her to a crisp. This is an additional reason for the bonfire during the celebration.
Holi is also associated with the love between Radha and Lord Krishna who was reincarnated from Vishnu. The reason why Hindus smear powdered paint on their faces is because it is said that Lord Krishna was jealous of Radha's darker complexion, so his mother told him to smear colors on his face to change his appearance.
In most places across the world, the holiday is celebrated over two days. In Vrindavan and Mathura, where Lord Krishna grew up, the festival is celebrated for 16 days. The holiday represents the loosening of social restrictions and norms. The holiday thus brings together people of all castes, sexes, status and age. Calm and polite behavior is thrown out the window as much merrymaking and wild behavior takes place. If anyone becomes offended during the holiday, many Hindus will say, "Bura na mano, Holi hai ("don't feel offended, it's Holi").
Indians celebrate Holi with a bonfire, throwing colored powders and yelling. Note the colored powders in the foreground. Bright colors make this an excellent holiday to create bright works of art.
On the evening of the first day of Holi, they hold the public bonfire called Holika Dahan. Hindu boys bring firewood to the bonfire and light it between 10:00 PM and the rising of the moon. Everyone gathers around the fire and shout, curse, and to some, create general mayhem. During Holi, colored water and powders are thrown or applied to faces and clothing. For those who celebrate the holiday over five days, Rangapanchami occurs a few days later on a Panchami (fifth day of the full moon), marking the end of festivities.
Colors are traditionally made of Neem, Kumkum, Haldi, Bilva, and other medicinal herbs prescribed by Āyurvedic doctors. Recently, many of the colors are now made synthetically. Traditional Indians are not happy with the artificial colors and believe everything should be kept pure.
Because everyone loves a festival, Holi is catching on with non-Hindus. In the UK and US, there are now many Holi festivals celebrated at universities, Hindu temples, and community centers. Because of the use of bright colors, the food, and letting go of inhibitions, the holiday is a popular one among young people.
There are plenty of activities for teachers that will address kinesthetic activities for children. One idea is to fill balloons with colored water rather than plain water, and have a water balloon fight. Students can paint each others' faces with lots of bright colors. White T-shirts, can be colored with fabric paint in splattered patterns. Hold a dance, and let the kids have colored powders available to throw on one another (You don't want to do this in your classroom!). Make sure everyone wears old clothing so there is no worry about color stains. This activity would be more appropriate for school festivals and not during the school day.
Cook some traditional Holi dishes - they will also add flavor to your colorful party. An important part of this celebration is to wish people well with cards. Students can create Holi cards by painting colorful scenes onto thick white folded paper. You can find links to food recipes below.
Recipe for Holi Colored Powder
Art teachers can always use powdered tempera as a substitute for the Holi colored powder. If you want to be authentic and make it just like those in India make it, you can use the following recipes.
Green Powder
Mix equal parts of Nupur Mehendi Henna Powder with flour. Many in India will use dry and finely powdered leaves of the Gulmohur (Delonix regia) tree.
Yellow Powder
Mix one part Turmeric (Curcumin) Powder to two parts Besan (gram flour). You can also substitute rice flour or talcum powder.
Red Powder
There are several ways this is created. One way is to use Red Sandalwood powder. Another way is to use Red Gulal. Flour may be added to add volume. Another way is to grind up dried red hibiscus flowers until it is in powdered form. To increase the bulk add flour.
Blue Powder
Crush dried Blue Jacaranda flowers into a powder. An alternate could be Blue Hibiscus flowers.
Wet Colors
Most of these colors can become wet colors simply by adding water. You can also create wet blue by crushing berries of the Indigo plant and adding water. Magenta can be created by boiling beet roots. Saffron can be created with Butea Monosperma flowers by soaking or boiling them. Brown is made with Pure Acacia Catechu Powder and water. This powder is also used as a hair coloring for Indians. Black can be created by boiling dried Amla (Indian Gooseberry) and left to soak overnight. Amla is also used as a hair coloring in India.
If you want to save time but still have authentic colors, you can order the Holi powders online. You'll find they are brighter in color to powdered temperas. You can also create your powdered colors by combining a cup of flour with 1/2 cup of water. Add in food coloring until you get the desired color. Form the paste into a ball and flatten with a rolling pin. Allow to dry and then use a coffee grinder to make the powder.
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Investors in the Mississippi Angel Group and direct investors for many start-up firms, the Farringtons have been instrumental in founding FNC Inc. and Vino Del Sol, both ventures of UM alums. The couple has also been generous with their time and gifts to Ole Miss, including speaking to classes about entrepreneurship, judging the Business Plan Competition and funding scholarship opportunities.
An independent oil and gas businessman, Lawrence Farrington is a 1958 Ole Miss business school graduate. He has worked as a general partner of Vaughey & Vaughey Oil Co. and in the petroleum department of Deposit Guaranty National Bank. He started his own company, Atwood Alarm Co., which he later sold. He continues to be involved in oil and gas, as well as land and business investments. A former chairman of the UM Business Advisory Council, he serves on the Mississippi Arts Commission.
Jan Farrington, who earned her bachelor's degree in education from UM in 1965, is executive director of the Medical Support and Development Organization Inc. She also serves on the board of directors for FNC Inc., Mississippi Technology Alliance and Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center in Meridian. A former national president of the UM Alumni Association, she is president-elect of the UM Foundation board of directors.
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This is another book I read AWHILE ago that I am just now reviewing. I read this book right before the movie came out, I hate watching a movie that is a book before reading the book. It was a quick read.
I liked the intricacies of the world that Ms. Collins built. It reminded me of Harry Potter in the way that the world was so elaborate and so all immersive. I liked Katniss, she is a beautiful character both a lover and a fighter. I also don't understand why people called Peeta/Gale/Katniss a love triangle...maybe it's from a later book (that I have still yet to read).
I liked the world, even though dystopian fiction is not my favorite kind. I think that some of the imagery and scenes were brutal and a little too much for some young adults. The whole animal thing at the end creeped ME out and I am 25 years old. This was a quick easy read but I doubt I will continue on reading the series, the movies, maybe.
This book is one of three about a future country. The main character is put into a "fight to the death" arena with 23 other teenagers. It is aired on live TV for all to see. The book is about her survival in and out of the arena. This book is very interesting and would attract new readers. This trilogy is something that could make students who "don't like reading" fall in love with it. It has action to keep the readers attention throughout. Also, it is being made into movies so some this could help students want to read to find out the ending while waiting for the next movie. Students in 6th grade would like this because it has some mature themes and can be graphic. It is a modern fantasy chapter book. I highly recommend it to everyone.
I actually bought this book over two years ago. It had caught my attention because a friend, who hates to read anything more than a one-sentence e-mail, had been convinced to try it and she loved it. She flew through the entire trilogy faster than I ever would have expected. When I saw the first book on sale for $1.99 not long afterward, I decided to snag it.
I've never seen the movies, so all I knew about the story going into it was what I vaguely remember seeing on the movie trailer. I knew it would probably be a light, quick read judging by its apparent main-stream popularity, so I've been saving it for a "rainy day" – a day when I just want a quick and enjoyable read that doesn't require too much mental effort. That rainy day finally came, and this book was perfect for meeting that need.
The writing style grabbed me from the beginning and easily kept my attention. For me, there were no slow parts whatsoever; it held my attention from the first word to the last. The story was completely uncomplicated, but interesting nevertheless. This book was clearly written for a younger audience, but the story is one that adults can appreciate too. The sacrifices and relationships formed in this book are very touching, as is the disparity between the impoverished and powerless versus the rich and powerful.
The story is told from the first-person perspective of a sixteen-year-old girl, Katniss. I would have liked the opportunity to read from the perspective of at least a couple of the other characters, but Katniss is a sympathetic and likeable character. Without giving anything away about the plot (if there's anybody else left who doesn't already know it!), I was sometimes a little bothered by how easily and willingly she was able to pretend to be what people expected her to be. She didn't enjoy it, but it seemed like she usually managed to pull off a convincing performance in spite of that. I would have been more satisfied with a heroine who was more true to herself. However, given that the alternative was likely death for herself, and misery or possibly death for the family who depended on her, I suppose I can understand why she made the choices she made. She was putting the people she cared about above everything else. She wasn't trying to change the world or set an example, she was just trying to ensure the well-being of the people she cared about. That, I suppose, made her a pretty realistic character.
Twelve boys and twelve girls are forced to appear in a live event called the Hunger Games. Killed or be killed. Katniss takes her sister's place in the Hunger Games. She basically thinks she's going to die and sees the whole thing as a death sentence, but in the end sees it as a game for survival.
The Hunger Games starts on the day of the reaping, or the day when children ages 12-18 are chosen to become "tributes" in a fight-to-the-death competition in which only one person survives. But when the main characters sister, Prim, gets chosen as a tribute, her older sister, Katniss, takes place by volunteering herself instead of her sister. She travels by train to visit the Capitol, which is the supreme ruler over all the districts and gets all the wealth.
Katniss goes through for days of intensive training, and does surprisingly good on her training scores. Then she goes through all the challenges of the area, where she watch out for traps, other people and various mutations that the capitol breeds in top-secret labs. Despite all these challenges, she survives and goes home to live another day.
I like this book because of the fact that there is always a twist, always an obstacle to overcome. From the ethinicity of killing a tribute to starvation and other physical and mental burdens/ challenges, its no wonder the is so action-packed. Five out of five stars.
The concept of the book isn't particularly original — a nearly identical premise is explored in "Battle Royale," a wondrously gruesome Japanese novel that has been spun off into a popular manga series.
Nor is there anything spectacular about the writing — the words describe the action and little else. But the considerable strength of the novel comes in Collins's convincingly detailed world-building and her memorably complex and fascinating heroine. In fact, by not calling attention to itself, the text disappears in the way a good font does: nothing stands between Katniss and the reader, between Panem and America.
The Hunger Games isn't exactly a deep work of literature, but it is a fun, exciting adventure story with a cool, believable female hero. And a entertainingly bleak, dystopian world with just enough of a reflection of our own reality to be thought-provoking. And most of all, a media-savvy story of on-camera slaughter by a former television professional. Good stuff, check it out.
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Amazon.com Product Description (ISBN 0439023483, Hardcover)Katniss is a 16-year-old girl living with her mother and younger sister in the poorest district of Panem, the remains of what used be the United States. Long ago the districts waged war on the Capitol and were defeated. As part of the surrender terms, each district agreed to send one boy and one girl to appear in an annual televised event called, "The Hunger Games." The terrain, rules, and level of audience participation may change but one thing is constant: kill or be killed. When Kat's sister is chosen by lottery, Kat steps up to go in her place.
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Now I should really be writing something else; not a blog. But thought wanders. It cannot be stopped.
When deadlines pressure you, the only thing you want is to travel. Choose a closer destination. Easy, right?
It took us two years to go to Pamplona, a city that foreigners know for its "bull feasts" and Hemingway's visits. Here is what the city offers, apart from its "famous stuff" ! I'll make it top 5, just for kicks:
1. Tapas and food. Everywhere. For instance, San Nicolás and San Gregorio seem to be the most famous streets.
2. Walk along the city walls, up to the citadel.
3. Plaza del Castillo, especially on sunny days.
4. Plaza San Francisco.
5. The building of the city council, Plaza Consistorial.
And yes, I'm not mentioning the cathedral in my top 5, but it's really nice place to go around. Inside, it's a hogde-podge thing; its façade – so …Neo-classical. Yet, around the cathedral, it's magical. Apart from the buildings and green areas, you can see "gigantes" and "cabezudos", the latter beating people with a stick (!!!). There are "cabezudos" around Spain but I never saw the ones that hit people (according to wikipedia, these are called "kilikis").
I learned that urban bus is called "villavesa" and that almost everything has its Basque name next to the Spanish one.
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In a nine-candidate primary to fill the vacant 52nd Assembly District seat, Ontario Mayor Paul Leon and Pomona City Councilman Freddie Rodriguez emerged as the top two candidates.
They will face off in a special election on Sept. 24 in an unusual runoff: A nonpartisan versus a Democrat. The election will be closely watched because the Democratic supermajority in the Assembly could be affected by the outcome.
In Tuesday's election, Leon recently dropped his Republican registration to run in the assembly race as a nonpartisan candidate. He received 25.1 percent of the primary vote. Rodriguez is a Democrat who secured the endorsement of the California Democratic Party with the support of Sen. Norma Torres. He pulled in 21.6 percent of the vote.
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Maven's Morning Coffee: Nury Martinez wins LA City Council race, sheriff's deputies get raises, LAPD looks at employees' lawsuits
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Once she is sworn in, Nury Martinez will be the only woman on the Los Angeles City Council.
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Today is Wednesday, July 24, and here is what's happening in Southern California politics:
Former LAUSD board member Nury Martinez was elected to the Los Angeles City Council's Sixth District with 54 percent of the vote, per the City Clerk's Office.
Ontario Mayor Paul Leon and Pomona Councilman Freddie Rodriguez are headed to a September runoff for the state Assembly's 52nd District, according to the Press-Enterprise. The winner will serve out the remainder of Norma Torres' term.
For the first time in five years, Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies and probation officers are getting raises, according to the Los Angeles Times. The 6 percent pay increases will continue through January 2015. "The board approved a similar pay hike for county firefighters, lifeguards and investigators with the public defender's office last month and also agreed last month to lift a hiring freeze that had been in place for all departments," according to the newspaper.
Former Vernon official fights city and CalPers to keep his $500k annual pension
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Vernon is a small town in L.A. County with a lot of industry and few residents. Former city manager Bruce Malkenhorst was paid more than $900,000 annually.
The man who became famous for collecting the highest public employee pension in California is now suing his former bosses in the city of Vernon.
Bruce Malkenhorst Sr. retired in 2005 as city manager of the small industrial city with fewer than 100 residents. His final salary was more than $900,000 annually. He was convicted the following year of using city money to pay for personal expenses.
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South L.A. Councilman Bernard Parks on Tuesday introduced a resolution supporting the Department of Justice's open investigation into the death of Trayvon Martin.
Parks said the resolution calls for the government to conduct an "objective and thorough" investigation into the circumstances of Martin's death.
"There have been discussions as to whether these laws called 'Stand your ground' or 'Make my day' are appropriate as it relates to using common sense and judgment," Parks said.
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In the tradition of Emily Giffin and Marisa de los Santos, HOW LUCKY YOU ARE is an engaging and moving novel about three women struggling to keep their longstanding friendship alive. Waverly, who's always been the group's anchor, runs a cozy bakery but worries each month about her mounting debt. Kate is married to a man who's on track to be the next governor of Virginia, but the larger questions brewing in their future are unsettling her. Stay-at-home mom Amy has a perfect life on paper, but as the horrific secret she's keeping from her friends threatens to reveal itself, she panics.
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Venezuelan Electoral Council: Hugo Chavez Wins Presidential VoteSubmitted by father_abraham85 on Mon, 10/08/2012 - 03:09
By: By IAN JAMES and FRANK BAJAK Associated Press
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) -- A united, well-organized opposition led by a youthful state governor gave President Hugo Chavez the race of his life Sunday as Venezuelans turned out in huge numbers for a presidential election on the country's socialist direction.
Tensions rose in the bitterly divided petroleum-exporting nation while an undetermined number of voting stations remained open after the official 6 p.m. closing time, with not a single result announced more than three hours later.
Chavez, who has ruled for nearly 14 years, called on Venezuelans to await results patiently, speaking briefly by phone during a news conference held by his campaign chief. That message was echoed by challenger Henrique Capriles, who wrote on Twitter, "We know what happened and we should wait." He also called Sunday "a grand, historic day."
Note Worthy Documentary: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised - 2003 (74 minutes)
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Watch "South of the Border"
Chavez and the rest of the Bolivarians kicked OUT the IMF! Don't believe everything you hear or read from the MSM!
Don't believe the corporate MSM
This isnt a good day
A socialist, soon-to-be dictator won...
Possibility of Another Coup?
Watch the video The Revolution Will not Be Televised
And Read This: Confessions of An Economic Hit Man By: John Perkins
Keep a close eye on this Election. The US CIA was in on the last coup.
Don't put it passed them to try it again.
~Good Night, And Good Luck~


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Good. I'm sure many other states will do likewise.
It will also force a more definitive stance from ORomney.
"I will act to repeal it" doesn't cut it.
I don't want someone acting to be president. I want a President.
TBaggers will have a hard time with this one, once they realize what they're getting with ORomney.
Undo what Wilson did
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For months, we've been hearing about Trigger Happy, Clumsy Butcher's craft beer and wine bar set to open at 308 Main next to Goro & Gun and beneath Captain Foxheart's Bad News Bar & Spirit Lodge, but earlier this week we found out about a change of plans. Trigger Happy will now become The Nighting ... More >>
The dancers/illusionists keep everything coming up...roses?
The seriously funny comedy by Adam Bock is Unhinged Productions latest show
Over the past couple of weeks, we've heard ad nauseam about the painful effects of Hurricane Ike -- the flooded homes and businesses, the damaged rooftops, the rampant power outages, the lingering failures of Comcast not only to provide cable and Internet but also to explain coherently why they are ... More >>
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Democratic Republic of Congo / France / Belgium, 2010 (MIFF 2011, Crime Scene)
Director: Djo Munga
Violent, kinetic and sexy, crime thriller Viva Riva! stares down the barrel of Kinshasa's savage criminal underworld, shattering staid preconceptions of African filmmaking.
Cocky small-time gangster Riva steals a priceless truckload of petrol; flush with illicit cash, he embarks on a hedonistic spree, even as he flees from his Angolan ex-boss through a seamy underworld of teeming streets and steamy nightclubs, rampant greed and corrupt authorities.
The debut feature from Congolese filmmaker Djo Munga, Viva Riva! is a bold crime action film set in the contemporary Democratic Republic of the Congo. Full of intrigue, violence, music and explicit sex, this polished and provocative crime flick has been a shock hit on the festival circuit.
"On the basis of this expertly engineered crime thriller Djo Munga is a director going places." - Empire
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Bandera House Rental Photos and Description
5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, sleeps 17-19
Seco Springs Ranch is a beautiful secluded family retreat on 2700 acres in the most majestic part of the Texas Hill Country. The 4500 square foot ranch house is nestled in a valley overlooking a large lake and is surrounded by rugged hills and rolling pastures. The large living area is tastefully appointed with a fireplace and bar which flows into a 14 seated dining area and fully equipped kitchen. A large deck leads down a gently sloping backyard to the fire pit and lake. There are two other lakes on the property and all afford excellent swimming and catch and release fishing. Hiking and birding are favorite activities on the ranch as well as photographing wildlife, especially from Lookout Point.
Downstairs are two bedrooms both with queen beds and a children's playroom with a twin bed. The bunkroom which has four sets of twin bunk beds which is beyond the main living areas. The downstairs bedrooms share a bathroom.
The bunkroom has its own bath. It's a great spot for the children to have their own "camp out area". Upstairs there are two bedrooms, both with King beds and another full bath. There are also two cribs, one downstairs and one upstairs.
5 Flat Screen Televisions, 1 in each bedroom;
Kitchen equipped with dishes, glassware, pots and pans, cutlery, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, two coffee
makers, toaster, oven/ range top and dishwasher;
Reverse osmosis water system in kitchen;
Wi-Fi internet connection;
Satellite TV with DVD player in living room, master, 2nd upstairs bedroom and bunk room;
Stereo with CD player;
Telephone and good cell overage;
Charcoal and gas grills;
Central A/C and heat;
Fire pit – all firewood provided;
All bed and bath linens provided;
Two cribs;
Catch and release fishing, swimming, hiking, birding and photographer's paradise;
Four wheel drive vehicle recommended for accessing Lookout Point;
The House.
Living room with wood burning fireplace;
Dining room with seating for 14;
Open kitchen with island and breakfast bar;
Children's playroom with one twin bed;
Bunk room with 8 twin beds;
Bedroom with Queen bed;
Second Queen bedroom with a crib and private entrance;
Bath with shower only in bunkroom area;
Bath with tub/shower combo;
Large deck overlooking the lake;
Master with King bed;
Second bedroom with King bed and a crib;
Bath with tub and shower combination.
- Suitability:
- children welcome
- non smoking only
- pets considered
About Vicki Giannukos
I am a designer/manufacturer who grew up with horses in the country when Bellaire, Texas was in the country. When I found this ranch, I felt right at home. I wanted some place to reconnect to nature, bond with my family in a special way and get away from city life. I still live in Houston and find that it is worth the 4 hours it takes me to get Seco Springs Ranch. I always hate to leave when its time to go.
Vicki Giannukos purchased this house in 2004
Why Vicki Giannukos chose Bandera
Bandera embodies the cowboy in its strong rodeo tradition. Even today you'll often see horses tied to downtown hitching posts. Bandera County dude ranches offer a taste of the cowboy lifestyle with horseback riding, trail rides, and chuckwagon meals. Secluded cabins tucked away in the hills throughout the county are perfect for watching wildlife, listening to the birds, and gazing at the stars. At local honky-tonks, the music is lively, the dance floor is full, and the beverages are cold.
Garner State Park is only a 45 minute drive from Seco Springs Ranch front gate. Hundreds of thousands of visitors flock here each year to enjoy its matchless vacation facilities. They swim in the clear waters of the Frio River, scoot its rapids on inner tubes, rent pedal boats, and hike its fascinating nature trails.
Lost Maples State park is also only a 45 minute drive from Seco Springs Ranch front gate, which gives guided tours of the beautiful hill country it shares with Seco Springs Ranch.
In August 2010 Utopia was the site of filming for a movie called 'Seven Days in Utopia', starring Robert Duvall, Lucas Black, Kathy Baker, Melissa Leo, Brian Geraghty, Deborah Ann Woll. Known for wonderful birding year around; our area is a world - class birding & wildlife viewing destination! One of the best places to see many Texas specialty birds; including the Golden - cheeked Warbler, Black - capped Vireo, Vermilion flycatcher and all 3 King - fisher varieties! Nature Guides are available to take you on private ranches and properties
Guestbook comments from the owner
How we LOVED our family Christmas this year. It was a Big House on the Praire meets Wild Bill Hickok experience. It was more than we could have imagined. The home was perfect for us--our family of 19 could fellowship in the huge living room--big enough for all ! The massive dining table allowed everyone to be there at once--The kitchen, too. We ALL hung out together, which was our vision for the gathering. We loved that the owner trusted her guests enough to let us enjoy her lovely things--every surface perfectly designed and decorated with her own family pieces. Beautiful pillows, amazing sofas and chairs, comfy rugs---the huge fireplace, ready to be hung with our own stockings......and the bedrooms: no Bed, Bath, and Beyond here. Cowgirl linens dressed big manly beds--pure luxury. We could hardly drag ourselves from our coccoons every morning--(thanks to the blackout draperies)---even the children slept late on Christmas. We caught fish, climbed trees, hiked the canyons (real canyons), stood on the tops of mountains--(the meeting place on top of the highest one was amazing--the perfect place for a sunset bonfire), went four-wheeling, cooked, sang. We loved the little bedroom off of the family room --perfect for our matriarch (92) to nap and the little ones to play, all in earshot. The bunkroom---what an adventure for the cousins---log bunks all lined up like frontier soldiers---so fun!! The foreman was delightful--the owner, a phone call away for advice on outings. Even though it felt like we were out on the frontier, the town and a beautiful Christmas Eve Church service was a short ride away. We were too busy visiting to turn on the tele--but every room had one and the wi-fi was handy for the daddies checking in with work. It was the best of both worlds. We were well blessed by the Lord in this place--it is obvious that the owners are blessed as well. It is a beautiful spot. We wouldn't have changed a thing--we can't wait to go back in the spring!!!


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a slang term coined from the fact that head = brain.
a slang term coined from the fact that head = brain.
'They call me the scarecrow, cuz I'm lookin' for some brain' - Nick gotta Cannon
โดย Johnny Twoguns 13 สิงหาคม 2004
Oral sex
I'm getting brains right now-call back later....
โดย playnpimpnballer 13 กันยายน 2003
The next generation of the blowjob...which became "Suck my Dick," then "Give me head," and finally morphed into "Give me Brain".......because, as we all know, brain is better than head. Think about it.
You might have to take a good looking woman out to a nice dinner in order to get head...... but all you have to do in order to get dope brain is get her to sit in the passenger seat of your shitty ride, flex the stereo, lite up a cigarette or a blunt and help her along with your hand on the back of her head.
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Brilliant Marketing - Jeep Wrangler - Call Of Duty: MW3
Monday, September 19, 2011
Caterina Ienco
On Tuesday September 13, 2011, Chrysler Canada announced that the 2012 Jeep Wrangler Call of Duty: MW3 Special Edition will be available in showrooms throughout Canada beginning in January 2012. The new limited edition Jeep Wrangler will be available in both two-door and four-door (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited) models. The vehicle will also be available in the United States, in time for the Call of Duty: MW3's November 8, 2011 release.The Special Edition 2011 Jeep Wrangler - Call of Duty: Black...
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New Vehicle Purchase Experience (From a Female Perspective)
Monday, July 25, 2011
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A few week ago I finally decided to take the leap and purchase myself a new vehicle. I've wanted a Jeep for as long as I can remember and finally decided to make it happen! I spent quite a bit of time online, browsing and comparing pricing, incentives, and dealers. I found a dealer that looked great, so I set myself up with an appointment.To my surprise my visit wasn't quite the 'the fun purchase experience' that I was looking for. I was being pushed around and pressured into paying well over...
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Monday, June 20, 2011
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I was recently wondering if social media seemed to be affecting the sales of specific vehicles. I have noticed over the last year or so, several OEMs have been taking advantage of technology, and utilizing various social media outlets to do a couple of things:
Bring awareness to a new/redesigned model
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One brand in specific that pops out to me is Toyota's Scion, which has been recently launched in Canada. Scion has captured the attention of what I can only...
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As grand and wonderful as we left it last time~
As much as we adored the architecture,
As much as we adored the architecture,
savored the food,
junked (French junque!) to our heart's content,
Happy to be living this good life, my 3rd floor apartment home crowns The PORCH & Atelier in this great old building! Open 4 days a month/all year: the 1st Th-Fr-Sa-Su. Plus, Atelier is open weekly Th-Fr-Sa. Known for our style, prices and inspiration, we're constantly fresh! We offer Miss Mustard Seed's Milk Paint products & workshops. 32 Central Ave Buffalo MN 763 684-1254 email@example.com. Welcome, experience the ambience we're so proud of.
So jealous! You are truely blessed to be able to visit this lovely place. I'm actually saving up to go in two years. Can't wait! Thanks for taking us on your journey through pictures!
Thanks Lanette, and don't wait two years! Glad you enjoyed the photos, there are more to come~