text:
2014 Oscars Watch: Who Should Win Best Supporting Actress?by Hilton Hater at . Comments
Five women. One trophy.
Who will take it home on March 2?!?
Indeed, the Best Supporting Actress race at this year's Academy Awards features quite the variety of nominees, from a pretty woman (Julia Roberts) to a girl on fire (Jennifer Lawrence).
There's also a veteran (June Squibb), a total newcomer (Lupita Nyong'o) and Sally Hawkins.
We've already asked you to weigh in on the 2014 Best Supporting Actor nominees. So do the same for these talented supporting actresses now:
Who should win Best Supporting Actress at the Oscars?
I'm a Jennifer fan. She was amazing in Silver Lining's Playbook and Winter's Bone, but she does not deserve to win for American Hustle.
you have to remember she's a supporting role she was the lead actress in both winters bone and SLP, her total screen time was around 20 minutes total were as slp and winter bone she was in the whole movie so for the amount of screen time she was given in AH she does deserve it
Yeah, Jennifer sure does deserve it!
But, Lupita Nyong'o deserves it MORE.
The award is for best performance and Jennifer did more with her role than Lupita demonstrating a range few actress possess. Lupita was fantastic, but you could tell the story without her. AH doesn't work without Jennifer Lawrence.


text:
Victoria Beckham17 April 1974, Hertfordshire, England
40 years
Corey Haim, David Beckham
Victoria Beckham is a singer/designer/footballers wife who became famous as Posh from the group Spice Girls. She married footballer David Beckham in 1999 and they now have three sons, Brooklyn, Romeo and Cruz. Victoria is also a designer for her own brand dVb and has designed jeans for the brand Rock & Republic.
RSS feed with Victoria Beckham
Latest news
The Beckhams Are Selling 'Beckingham Palace' For $15 million
Tuesday 12:43 PM, 02/04/2013
Looking for a new place to buy? Well, here might be your very chance. Victoria Beckham and David Beckham have now put their super luxurious...READ MORE ▶
Tags: Hot News
Latest news
She Quits! Spice Girls' Desperate Search For New Band Member!
Monday 7:57 AM, 25/03/2013
The Spice Girls are getting ready for a world tour next year - but now it is revealed that one of the girls says she will never, ever get u...READ MORE ▶
Tags: Spice Girls / Hot News
Latest news
Victoria Beckham Has Bought Herself A Supermarket!
Wednesday 12:48 PM, 20/03/2013
Is Victoria Beckham changing her career completely, or what is going on here? Victoria bought a supermarket the other week, but no worries,...READ MORE ▶
Tags: Victoria Beckham / Hot News
Like Mother Like Daughter! Victoria Beckham And Harper!
Monday 8:32 PM, 18/03/2013
Tags: Paparazzi
Latest news
Victoria Beckham On Her Old Fake Tan Look: "I Was Orange!"
Thursday 5:11 PM, 14/03/2013
Victoria Beckham has really changed during her days in the spotlight, and now she's spoken out about how her looks have changed during. "I d...READ MORE ▶
Tags: Hot News
Thursday Fashion Inspiration: Victoria Beckham!
Thursday 7:25 PM, 28/02/2013
I guess you all can agree with us on the fact that Victoria Beckham is a true fashionista. Her Spice Girls days wearing mini skirts and terrible flatform shoes are long gone, and we must say, we prefer the new Victoria. Yesterday we spotted her at Kings Cross Station in London looking smoking hot! Click on the pics and get the best fashion inspiration!
Tags: Victoria Beckham / Shoes / Spice Girls / Fashion pictures

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Babes insane tits (1000 galleries found) mixed videos HD videos pictures
Fleshly brunette comics Babe..
9, 1162, 2 years
Clothed babes fucked by block cock.Photo girl gets fucked hard by big..
Azusa Nagasawa Japanese doll..
06:07, 184930, 3 years
Azusa Nagasawa Japanese doll is busty
Big boobed slut Azusa Nagasawa..
06:07, 3305, 3 years
Big boobed slut Azusa Nagasawa sucks
Scorching brunette EmMa Heart..
04:45, 1064, 3 years
Scorching brunette EmMa Heart gets her Mouth hooked up on a Lucky Man's..
"what are u sorry for?"
02:00, 2966, 3 years
"what are u sorry for?"
A smoker and this guyr..
02:00, 12066, 3 years
A smoker and this guyr tgreetingsgh highs
03:14, 975, 3 years
Hot Asian nurses enjoy playing
06:07, 3879, 3 years
Hot Asian nurses enjoy playing
Black haired Big-Titted slut..
07:56, 1281, 1 year
Gorgeous busty babe gives a blowjob and gets fucked on the sofa
Smut female nearly great..
07:59, 1542, 1 year
Naturally busty babe shows off her tits and gets her tight snatch nailed..
Webcam honey dildoing..
08:28, 5286, 1 year
Busty webcam girl stripping naked and toying with her collection of dildos..
Smut spanish doll in Glasses..
07:42, 2446, 1 year
Watch this beautiful and very hot babe reaching a magnificent orgasm as..
Black haired Bigtitted nymph..
07:56, 3844, 1 year
Gorgeous busty babe gives a blowjob and gets fucked on the sofa
Blonde Bombshell beside great..
05:19, 1970, 11 months
Super hot blonde babe taking a hot bubble bath while playing with her huge..
Hot Bigtitted donna bumped..
07:53, 792, 1 year
Attractive busty babe gets her pierced cunt nailed on the couch
Sensuous doll nearby great..
07:01, 2415, 11 months
Horny cam girl with big natural tits loves her dildo fucking her tight..
Big-Titted Russian sits on her..
07:51, 571, 4 months
Busty Russian babe in with huge pink nipples gives us a perfect view of..
Breasty cutie playing with her..
01:03, 3377, 3 years
A busty girl in a yellow suit is stanDing in front of the camEra. she..
Busty babes flaunting
03:00, 2802, 3 years
It couldn't get any better than this. big tit lovers out there are sure..
Chubby exotic babe has her..
15, 517, 2 years
Hardcore action for sexy babe and her friend here.Collection cunshot in..


text:
Category: Air & Climate ×
Employees number: 101-1000 ×
Industry: Defense ×
Location: Africa ×
Location: Mozambique ×
Ecotech Pty Ltd
based in Knoxfield, AUSTRALIA
Ecotech is an Australian owned company with more than 35 years experience in servicing, maintaining, designing, manufacturing, installing and commissioning ambient air and emission monitoring systems around the world. Ecotech is ISO17025 accredited for the operation and maintenance of ambient air and continuous emission monitoring systems and was first accredited in 1999. ...
BREEZE Software and Data / Trinity Consultants
based in Dallas, TEXAS (USA)
BREEZE® modeling software predicts the impact of air emissions, fires, and explosions. Air dispersion models such as AERMOD/ISC and CALPUFF include many productivity-enhancing features such as fully integrated GIS capabilities. BREEZE Incident Analyst and LFG Fire/Risk products are used to analyze numerous accident scenarios including dense/jet gas releases, LNG ruptures, ...
Crowcon Detection Instruments Ltd
based in Milton Park, UNITED KINGDOM
Crowcon Detection Instruments develop, manufacture and market a complete range of portable and fixed gas detection products you can trust to protect people and plant against gas hazards. Established over 40 years the company has strong regional centres in North America, Singapore, The Netherlands and India, with a mature network of trained distributors covering almost ...
Ashtead Technology Ltd
based in Letchworth, UNITED KINGDOM
Ashtead Technology was formed in 1985 when Ashtead Group plc acquired SubSpek Limited, which at the time provided underwater positioning, survey and inspection equipment rental from a base in Aberdeen. In 1994 the Singapore base was opened, focussing on the offshore oil and gas industry and the subsea telecommunications cable market in Asia Pacific. The first US ...
RCM S.p.A
based in Casinalbo, ITALY
RCM has manufactured industrial cleaning machines since 1967. It was one of the first Italian companies to design and manufacture mechanical and vacuum sweepers. RCM today produces a complete range of sweepers, scrubber/driers and street cleaning machines. Three factories in Casinalbo (Modena), four branches in Milan and Florence (italy), Madrid and Barcelona (Spain), ...
based in Limonest Cedex, FRANCE
Smart monitoring, diagnosis & solutions. ACOEM offers comprehensive products and services comprising smart monitoring, diagnosis and solutions, drawing upon its unique expertise in the field of vibrations and acoustics. ACOEM contributes to the improvement of: quality of life and risk prevention in urban and industrial environments; productivity and the reliability of ...
United Air Specialists, Inc.
based in Cincinnati, OHIO (USA)
United Air Specialists, Inc. (UAS), founded in 1966, is an industry-leading manufacturer of high-performance air filtration and air pollution control equipment including industrial cartridge filter dust collectors and electrostatic precipitator mist collectors. For over 45 years, UAS has been designing and manufacturing clean air solutions to the highest quality ...
based in Stoke-on-Trent, UNITED KINGDOM
Ceram is an independent, international materials technology consultancy that focuses on innovation, sustainability and quality assurance of materials. Headquartered in Staffordshire, UK, and with approved laboratories around the world, Ceram solves product and process challenges across a range of materials to help clients improve performance, comply with regulations and ...
Gardner Denver Nash
based in Nürnberg, GERMANY
NASH, a division of Gardner Denver, is a leading manufacturer of liquid ring vacuum pumps, compressors and engineered systems serving the chemical, petroleum, power, paper, mining, environmental and food industries. Nash also provides global service and technical support for its products through its locations around the world.
ANSYS, Inc.
based in Canonsburg, PENNSYLVANIA (USA)
ANSYS develops, markets, and supports engineering simulation software used to predict how product designs will operate and how manufacturing processes will behave in real-world environments. The Company continually advances simulation solutions by, first, developing or acquiring the very best technology; then integrating it into a unified and customizable simulation ...
Need help finding the right suppliers?
Let the XPRTs do the work for you


text:
Yelawolf wants to prove that he's more than just a rapper. Lately, the Shady Records signee has hopped on different genres outside of hip-hop. First, ...Read More
Beef, Power, Respect: Paul Rosenberg On Shady Records' 15th Anniversary
It was 15 years ago, in the aftermath of Eminem's first major label album, The Slim Shady LP, when Em and his manager Paul Rosenberg launched ...Read More
Eminem's 'Shady XV' Will Be A Double Album
Photo By: Ryan Gaines Eminem made sure to leave his mark on the night of the VMAs even though he wasn't officially ...Read More
Custom Fridays: Kickasso Speaks On His Favorite Sneaker Design And Upcoming Work
One of the most well respected and creative minds in the custom sneaker world goes by the name of Kickasso. The South Carolina-based artist is ...Read More
XXL's Songs Of The Week
There's plenty of new music to sift through. How do you know what is good or bad? Well, that's where we come in. Aside from a ...Read More
Yelawolf "Honey Brown" (Produced By DJ Paul)
Yelawolf has been behind the scenes ever since he released his Black Fall EP with DJ Paul. Reportedly, Yela is scheduled to release his sophomore ...Read More
The 100 Best Selfies By XXL Freshmen
The 46 Best Albums By XXL Freshmen
Previously: The 73 Best XXL Freshmen Mixtapes iStandard Selects The XXL 2014 Freshmen Producers XXL Freshmen Class: By The Numbers Check Out New XXL Freshmen And Profiles ...Read More
The 73 Best XXL Freshmen Mixtapes
Previously: XXL Freshmen Class: By The Numbers XXL Freshmen 2014: Check Out The Latest Profiles And Freestyles...Read More
- 7 Rappers Giving Away Turkeys For Thanksgiving
- Best Hip-Hop Instagrams Of The Day
- 8 Funny Memes About The Winter
- Best Hip-Hop Instagrams Of The Day
- 9 Rappers Caught Bragging On Instagram
- An Instagram Recap Of The 2014 AMAs
- Best Hip-Hop Instagrams Of The Day
- 17 Of The Funniest Dating Memes On Instagram
- Best Hip-Hop Instagrams Of The Day
- 7 Hot Hip-Hop Celebs Before And After Plastic Surgery
- 12 Pictures That Show Wiz Khalifa Is Enjoying The Single Life
- Best Hip-Hop Instagrams Of The Day
- 9 Rappers In Cities Around The World
- Best Hip-Hop Instagrams Of The Day
- 8 Pictures That Prove French Montana And The Kardashians Are Still Close


text:
With the first day of practice on Friday and team media days taking place across the conference, here's a run-down of news, notes and updates on all 12 Big Ten schools. (Photo: Indy Star)
Illinois: Illinois held an open practice on Saturday attended by around 3,000 fans including Evan Turner (supporting his friend, 5th-year Bradley transfer Sam Mansacalco). The Illini come off confident and Weber plans to utilize a deeper rotation this season, somewhere from nine to 11 players. Paul Klee has more detailed notes at IlliniHQ.com from the scrimmage.
Indiana: Indiana hosted its Hoosier Hysteria event on Saturday evening, conveniently scheduled to host Gary Harris on an official visit, and welcomed over 16,000 fans to Assembly Hall. There's a buzz around the Indiana program that hasn't been there for the last two seasons. Will Sheehey won the dunk contest and Inside the Hall has all the coverage you need including scrimmage observations.


text:
ZDNet App Wrap: November 19, 2012
Summary: We look at the apps for Xbox SmartGlass, My next car, Duolingo, AAMI Claim Assist, Amazon Cloud Drive Photos, Melbourne Zoo, Skype, and Nokia QR.
2 of 8Image
(Credit: Microsoft)
Xbox SmartGlass
Price: Free
Take control of your Xbox from your mobile device with SmartGlass.
SmartGlass claims to allow easy navigation of the Xbox — though we saw at least one CNET editor struggle with its definition of which way is the correct way to swipe to move content left and right.
The ability to type without having to traverse the console's on-screen keyboard is a definite bonus.
To work properly, the Xbox and mobile device should be on the same subnet.
(Credit: NSW Fair Trading)
My next car
Platform: iOS
Price: Free
This app out of NSW Fair Trading provides a method to keep track of used cars that you may be interesting in buying.
It includes a loan calculator, debt check to see whether the car was stolen or has money owning on it, an inspection checklist, and other advice.
(Credit: Duolingo)
Platform: iOS
Price: Free
From the creators of reCAPTCHA, this language-learning website has made its way to iOS. Not only does the website and app offer free language learning, it also performs crowd-sourced text translation at the same time.
Languages that are currently supported are Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, and English.
Kick off your day with ZDNet's daily email newsletter. It's the freshest tech news and opinion, served hot. Get it.


text:
ATLANTA (AP) The Boston Celtics lost Game 1 - and they may have lost their floor leader for Game 2.
Wopular is an
online newspaper rack,
giving you a summary view of the top headlines from the top news sites.
Senh Duong (Founder)Wopular,
submitted by fadetoblack1004 [link] [comment]
Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford passed for 390 yards and two touchdowns as Detroit enjoyed its finest offensive showing since Week 1 in a 34-17 win over the wandering Chicago Bears.
NEW YORK, N. Y. - Dallas Stars forward Ryan Garbutt was suspended for two games by the NHL on Thursday while Winnipeg Jets forward Adam Lowry received a one-game ban for separate incidents this week.
Garbutt was disciplined for kneeing Edmonto
NEW YORK -- Winnipeg Jets forward Adam Lowry has been suspended for one game, without pay, for boarding Buffalo Sabres forward Patrick Kaleta during NHL Game No. 323 in Buffalo on Wednesday, November 26, the National Hockey League's Department of
NEW YORK – Dallas Stars forward Ryan Garbutt has been suspended for two games, without pay, for kneeing Edmonton Oilers forward Taylor Hall during NHL Game No. 319 in Dallas on Tuesday, Nov. 25, the National Hockey League's Department of Player Sa
CALGARY, AB -- The Calgary Flames announced today that they have assigned forward Devin Setoguchi to the Adirondack Flames of the American Hockey League after clearing waivers earlier today.
Setoguchi, a 27-year-old native of Taber, Alberta ha


text:
The Queen Atlantic
Queen Atlantic is a uniquely decorate restaurant in Marrakech. Giving the feeling of being on a boat, the restaurant provides a unique dining option in Marrakech. The menu inevitably is filled with fish options, but meat and poultry dishes are also available....
Panna is a cafe and geletaria, with a variety of flavours vailable.
Leroy's Kfe
Leroy's is a lounge and restaurant, serving gourmet cuisine in a contemporary setting.
Elyxyr is a friendly cafe, open every day of the week from morning to night. In a cozy atmosphere, there are a range of cocktails, smoothies and snacks on offer, either as a dine-in or take-out option.The cafe also offers home...
Le Jardin
Les Jardin, in a warm and friendly atmosphere with contemporary decor, is a restaurant serving traditional Moroccan cuisine. The menu offers tagines, pastilla, couscous and a selection of delicious desserts and pastries.
Gano Coffe Shop
Gano Coffee Shop offers European and Eastern specialities, pastries, ice creams, pizzas, pasta, sandwiches, hot and cold drinks.
Kafe Fnaque Berbere
Facing the Mouassine district, above the small library whose photos have been around the world, thanks to its original name, Kafé Fnaque Berber is a perfect stopping place, where delicious mint tea is accompanied by pastries. For lunch breaks, you can...
Le Menzeh Glacier Patissier
La Menzah offers delicious pastries and traditional mint tea in a charming and relaxed atmosphere.
Restaurant Bar Lounge 500
Representing one of the latest trends in the art of living in Marrakesh, cafe and restaurant 500 is a synonymous with elegance and flavourful Italian cuisine. Given its location, 500 is the perfect place for business lunches, dinner with friends or a...
Cafe Azyr
Located in the Hivernage district, Cafe Azyr offers fast food options like salads, sandwiches, pizzas, fruit juices, grilles and ice-cream. Service is continuos and there is also a terrace available.
La Terrasse des Epices
Terrasse des Epices is a charming small snackbar and restaurant in the heart of the Medina. It is a perfect break from the hustle and bustle of the souks, on the menu are several sandwiches and tapas dishes for guests looking for...
Pause Gourmande
Pause Gourmande is aptly named! Lots of traditional tasty Moroccan dishes, from "House" pastries, and a few favourites, such as pizza. This restaurant, located near the Jardin Majorelle, is open in the morning for breakfast and during the summer, enjoy the terrace.
Le Bistrot Romain
Situated near the Marrakech Plaza, Bistrot Romain offers snacks, smoothies, crepes and a variety of international dishes with fast and friendly service.The restaurant is open all day from 8am.
Café Arabesque
Located on one of the main Avenue's of Marrakech, Cafe Arabesque is in a pleasant setting. The establishment is open from morning until night.
Studio Misr
La Place
La Place is a cafe situated in Gueliz that is open from breakfast to dinner. The cafe offers delicious dishes, made with fresh ingredients.
Kaowa, Snack & Juice bar
L.ocated in Majorelle gardens, with wood-panelled walls and traditional tiled floors, Kaowa is a snack and juice bar in a cosy and bright setting. With a beautiful terrace, it's the ideal place to relax either before or after visiting the gardens. ...
Boutique de la Table du Marche
La Table du Marche offers coffees, teas, pastries and express lunches. There are also a variety of breads and cakes to choose from.
Come and taste the various flavours at this ice cream parlour, the terrace is perfect for people watching on Avenue Mohammed VI, while sipping on a milkshake. Crepes and other pastries are also served.
Located in Marrakech, Karma is a new concept; a cultural cafe and restaurant. Situated in the hotel Amani, the establishment is perfect for meetings, exhibitions are also regularly organised. Karma is a non-smoking restaurant.
Le Charlot
The recently opened Le Charlot highlights one of the most interesting film stars of all time, Charlie Chaplin. Located in the city centre, servers are dressed in pants complete with suspenders, with the actor engraved on each of the glasses and table...
Solano Marrakech
Solano Marrakech offers fast food such as pizzas, sandwiches, paninis, grills, salads and more. The establishment is also open for breakfast and dinner.
Venezia Ice
Venezia Ice is located in various cities throughout the kingdom. A modern concept, this chain is known for its ice cream, in a variety of flavours as well as ice-cream cakes.
Cafe Leon
Cafe Leon is a Belgian snackbar in the heart of Sidi Ghanem. It's a small cosy place, with a variety of sandwiches and paninis to choose from like Le Léon and Le Frisso. Mr. Patrick Bael, the owner, also offers event catering...
Marrakech Souk Kafe
Marrakech Souk Kafe is a great place for snacks and refreshments, located near the museum of Marrakech and the Ben Youssef Madrasa, the menu offers traditional Moroccan cuisine and other specialities of the city. Tagines, couscous, pastries are just some the dishes...
La Brioche Café Kech
La Brioche Café, located in the heart of Jemaa El Fna, offers snacks including pastries, sandwiches, French crepes, fast food to eat in or take-away.
Un Dejeuner a Marrakech
In a former workshop, this restaurant offers French and Moroccan cuisine, pastries, smoothies and cocktails for lunch.
L'Air des Amis
L'Air des Amis is a cafe and ice-cream shop that offers a varied menu with many tagines.
Extrablatt Cafe Marrakech
Located in the Hivernage district, Extrablatt is a trendy cafe in a relaxed musical atmosphere, perfect for meeting friends over coffee.
Le Printemps
Spring is in the heart of Gueliz. Snacks and coffees as well as ice-cream are available on this establishments varied menu. You can choose from sandiwches, pizzas, pasta, burgers, pastries and more.


text:
Upcoming Events
Hike for Life Coming Soon! Check our website for more details. Don't miss it!
Recent Posts
- November 2014
- October 2014
- September 2014
- June 2014
- May 2014
- April 2014
- March 2014
- January 2014
- December 2013
- November 2013
- October 2013
- September 2013
- June 2013
- May 2013
- April 2013
- March 2013
- February 2013
- January 2013
- December 2012
- November 2012
- October 2012
- September 2012
- August 2012
- June 2012
- March 2012
- February 2012
- January 2012
- December 2011
- November 2011
- October 2011
- September 2011
- June 2011
- December 2010
- June 2010
- June 2009
- February 2009
Category Archives: Euthanasia
An open letter to Canadians from the Physicians' Alliance against Euthanasia
Open Letter from http://collectifmedecins.org/en/open-letter/ Open Letter to the Canadian People on Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide Dear fellow Canadians, On Wednesday October 15th the Supreme Court of Canada will hear the appeal in the Carter case. It will decide whether the Criminal … Continue reading
Euthanasia Bill 52 is lethal
A press release from Life Canada: Pro-euthanasia legislation in Quebec guts the soul of medicine June 6, 2014 For Immediate Release Ottawa, ON – Quebec has voted to legalize euthanasia in the province under the guise of "medical aid in … Continue reading
Caring not Killing!
Euthanasia and assisted suicide are the end of all care. Euthanasia and assisted suicide are not "medical aid in dying" but medical killing. In a letter to the Montreal Gazette dated April 23, 2014, Dr. Balfour Mount, the founder of … Continue reading
The slippery slope of euthanasia and assisted suicide
The Québec government's Bill 52 does not restrict euthanasia to the terminally ill. It would allow people who have a serious and incurable illness, who "suffer from an advanced state of irreversible decline in capability" or those who are in … Continue reading
Quebec Euthanasia Bill
Life Canada, the national educational pro-life organization issued a press release yesterday concerning Bill 52 , a Quebec government bill which proposes to legalize euthanasia in the province. Life Canada says: As Quebec seeks to flout a federal ban … Continue reading
Euthanasia and assisted suicide: Let's not go there
In spite of evidence provided by studies which show that patients are euthanised without their request or consent in the Netherlands and Belgium, euthanasia and assisted suicide advocates ignore the data and keep on saying that safeguards will protect patients. … Continue reading
Euthanasia: Danger ahead
The government of Québec tabled a bill in June proposing to legalize euthanasia under the guise of "medical aid in dying". Many physicians in the province are opposed to the bill. Among them, Dr. Balfour Mount known as the founder … Continue reading
Legalizing Euthanasia and Assisted suicide Would Affect Society not just Individuals
The deaths of two Canadian women made headlines in recent months: the February suicide of Ruth Goodman, a Vancouver social activist who supported the legalization of assisted suicide; and the physician-assisted suicide in Switzerland in April of Susan Griffiths, … Continue reading
Danger Ahead!
In January 2013, Mme Véronique Hivon, minister with the government of Québec announced the government's plan to allow "medical aid in dying" before the summer. The word euthanasia was not used at the press conference but nonetheless, it is clear … Continue reading
Life is beautiful
When Quentin and Jodi Peterson's baby was born they were pressured by a doctor to starve their newborn son… because he had a cleft lip and palate. Aidan was born with a bilateral cleft lip and palate. His father Quentin … Continue reading


text:
Safco Computer Tables
Safco computer tables make it easy to set up workstations at home and at the office for maximum accessibility and productivity. Choose from metal, wood grain and other designs from a unique collection of work areas that can help make responsible use of available space. Some of the work desks have casters for mobility while others are stationary. Buy the one you like and see your office do more every day.
Safco Serenity Mid Back Big and Tall Chair - 3501BLSale Price: $212.99
Safco Precision Vinyl Extended Height ChairSale Price: $193.99
Safco - Impromptu - Work TableSale Price: $186.16
Safco - MÜV™ - Computer CartSale Price: $283.99
Safco - E-Z Sort - Mailroom FurnitureSale Price: $956.12
Safco Radius Front Desk Top Organizer - Laminate FinishSale Price: $68.99
Safco 50 Compartment Mobile Roll FileSale Price: $241.00
Safco - Sol - Office ChairSale Price: $143.99
Safco Steel Wide-Body Cart with Safety BeltSale Price: $156.99
Safco At-Your-Disposal Recycling CenterSale Price: $148.99
Stand Alone Stool with Waterfall FrontSale Price: $235.00
Safco Muv Three Level Adjustable Printer StandSale Price: $176.99
Safco Refreshment Stand with Steel ShelvesSale Price: $303.99
Safco Extra Deep Tub File with LockSale Price: $147.00
Safco Xpressions 47" Computer Workstation - 1938TGSale Price: $346.99
Safco Reflections Open Top Chrome ReceptacleSale Price: $246.00
Safco - Coat Racks - Coat RackSale Price: $60.99
Safco Versatile Giant Stack TraySale Price: $118.37
Safco Task Master Deluxe Industrial ChairSale Price: $398.33
Safco Task Master Economy Industrial ChairSale Price: $288.99
Safco Canmeleon Waste Receptacle - Square Ash UrnSale Price: $110.00
Safco Alphabetter Desk 36" X 24" Phenolic Top With Book Box In GraySale Price: $331.95
Safco Alphabetter Desk 28" X 20 "Phenolic Top In GraySale Price: $243.95
Safco Picco Duo Mahogany Printer StandSale Price: $136.99
Safco - E-Z Store - Mailroom FurnitureSale Price: $389.91
Safco Vue Big and Tall Mesh Chair - 3397BLSale Price: $250.99
Safco - Workspace Bookcases - BookcaseSale Price: $393.34
Safco Sheet Hanging ClampsSale Price: $207.30
Safco - MÜV™ - Standing DeskSale Price: $196.99
Safco 37-3/4"D Corrugated Roll FileSale Price: $147.85
Safco Mobile Plan CenterSale Price: $314.99
Safco Tubular Steel Wire Roll File - 20 CompartmentSale Price: $76.99
Safco Facil Small Steel Flat FileSale Price: $652.04
Safco Flat File Portfolios - 48" X 36"Sale Price: $280.99
Safco Height Adjustable Split Level Drafting TableSale Price: $299.11
Safco Value Mate Economy Bookcase - 6 ShelvesSale Price: $196.60
Safco - E-Z Sort - Mailroom FurnitureSale Price: $262.00
Safco - Workspace Bookcases - BookcaseSale Price: $264.99
Safco Contemporary 10 Pocket Magazine RackSale Price: $65.74
Safco Masterfile 2 1/4"W 2 Carrier Strips PolyesterSale Price: $105.95


text:
Late Payments in Accession Countries: Causes and International Comparison
In developed countries in everyday business, payment delays often present a problem. Payment delays have already been a matter of discussion in Slovenia for several years. Irrespective of some positive movements in the past years, the state of payment discipline in Slovenia is not at a satisfactory level. In this area, Slovenia could be classified among the less successful countries when compared to other countries in Europe. Our paper determines factors behind this fact. The findings are... More
Material Type: Open Journal-Article
Technical Format: PDF
Date Added to MERLOT: March 22, 2011
Date Modified in MERLOT: August 07, 2014
Submitter: Howard Kuan
Reviewed by members of Editorial board for inclusion in MERLOT.Editor Review (not reviewed)
- User Rating (not rated)
- Comments (none)
- Learning Exercises (none)
- Personal Collections (none)
- Accessibility Info (none)
Primary Audience: College Upper Division, Graduate School, Professional
Mobile Compatibility: Not specified at this time
Language: English
Cost Involved: unsure
Source Code Available: unsure
Accessiblity Information Available: unsure
Copyright: unsure
Creative Commons: unsure
Discussion for Late Payments in Accession Countries: Causes and International Comparison
Log in to participate in the discussions or Register if you are not already a MERLOT member.


text:
Business Idea Center - Antique Radios
Antique Radios
Business At A Glance
Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000
Home Based: Can be operated from home.
Part Time: Can be operated part-time.
Franchises Available? No
Online Operation? No
Business OverviewPurchasing, refinishing and selling antique radios is a home based business that can be started by just about anyone on a full- or part-time basis. Antique radios are highly sought-after pieces of furniture, especially if they're in working order and the cabinets have been restored to their former glory. Many collectors of antique radios are prepared to pay as much as $2,000 for the perfect specimen. The main requirement needed to make this business successful, beyond the ability to refinish and repair the radios, will be time. It'll take a substantial amount of time to scour flea markets, garage sales and auctions to locate the antique radios to be refinished and sold. Marketing the finished products can be by way of the internet, antiques and craft shows and antiques auctions, not to mention word-of-mouth.
Related Business IdeasEvening Gown Rentals
Used Children's Clothing
Used Furniture Retailer
Framed Movie Posters
Mattress Shop
Maternity Clothing
Leather Fashions
Album Cover Art
Albums and 8-Track Sales
Glass Shop


text:
Groups of the company's bondholders have issued statements in support of Towergate.
Broker | 28 Nov 2014
Insurer's new central and east region worth £100m in GWP.
Insurer | 28 Nov 2014
Roger Gaunt, of Gauntlet, voted in again as chair of Willis Commercial Network's governance committee.
People | 28 Nov 2014
A fiercely useful business tool, take the opportunity to debate with thousands of your peers on everything from our professionalism campaign to the future of regulation.
The Agenda Setters
Event insurance could be a big growth area for brokers, whether it's a village fête or an arena tour, but how do you break into the sector? Edward Murray finds out
Consolidation, regulation, support from Biba and the rise of Ukip are all hot topics on which brokers expressed their opinions in the latest Sentiment Survey
Our panel of experts discuss how brokers can benefit from overseas ambitions, why longer contracts could be a boon and if insurers should meet the client, Emmanuel Kenning reports
Talking Point
Winter is coming and several insurers have decided to tackle the cold, rainy weather with new motor insurance products.
An introduction from Arag's Andy Talbot.
Insurer | 14 Nov 2014 |
Focus on HCC's online offering for brokers.
Insurer | 14 Nov 2014 |
Click here to view the digital edition or visit the Apple app store to download
"Uncertainty… is not something that any of them should dare leave to fester"
As a proud Scot, independent broker and descendant of a Caledonian freedom fighter, Edward Bruce, managing director of Edinburgh-based......
The possible sale of RAC shows how insurers have difficulty in enhancing shareholder value when acquiring non-core businesses,......
Opinion poll
Insurance Age Digital Edition
Updating your subscription status
05 Mar 2015 , London
26 Nov 2015 , Glasgow
Latest white papers
Tough new laws have been introduced over the last few years to clamp down on dangerous and careless driving with penalties including large fines, driving bans and imprisonment for those caught breaking the law. As a result, any organisation requiring its employees to drive on business must ensure they drive safely and legally or risk a charge of corporate manslaughter if they are involved in a fatal collision.
Consumer credit regulation is changing. Although the scope of regulation will stay broadly the same, the FCA will take over responsibility for the regulation of consumer credit activities from 1 April 2014. This guide looks at what this will mean for insurance brokers and what you should do in the coming months.
Insurance Hound - the insurance business resource library
Following last year's successful research study, Ordnance Survey undertook a follow-up study with the members of the Insurance Fraud Investigators Group (IFIG).
Risk managers discuss "The Unforeseeable Future", and much more in this edition of FM Global's quarterly magazine.
This case study looks at Willis' business challenges, the software solution used and the subsequent results and benefits.
Cyber crime is not a fictional concept; it is a very real problem. To better understand the issues Lockton interviewed IMRG, four leading cyber and data protection underwriters, and members of the Lockton specialist technology and privacy practice.
This year's annual Insurance 360 Business Insurers Insight Report study ran from late August to early November 2011, gathering comprehensive responses from 360 commercial broking professionals.


text:
Kwanza practices the timeless art of irony.
Ridestowe usually hoots but lately he has taken to hollering.
I would be lying if I said I didn't enjoy seeing old man Hawking put in his place, so thanks to PCAMPIEOFTD for making this.
SailorBob is bursting with flavor crystals and original herbs and spices.
That's it for this week! Thanks to the Something Awful Forum Goons for making these pictures and to TheSniperZERO for getting this theme started. Thanks to Siege! for joining me on color commentary while a tear fell up out my eye. Much love to you bros, peace out until next week.
The ocean is full of the stuff of nightmares and, no thanks to all that water, you can't even kill it with fire.
You Will Read This Headline. Then You'll Laugh. Then You'll Realize You Were Wrong All Along.
Val Kilmer lures 6 morons into the ultimate death schvitz to prove global warming is real.
The Goons have already started their preparations, because that pitch isn't going to carpet itself!
When it comes to gaming laptops, you can never have too many LEDs or too much bad taste.
Photoshop Phriday showcases the tremendous image manipulation talents of the Something Awful Forum Goons. Each week they tackle a new theme, parodying movies, video games, comics, history, and anything else you can think of. If you want in on the action, join us on the Something Awful Forums!
Copyright ©2014 Rich "Lowtax" Kyanka & Something Awful LLC.


text:
Thrush Support Group(28 Posts)
ButteryJam Fri 12-Jul-13 20:48:04
BonaDea Mon 22-Jul-13 14:53:57
BonaDea Mon 22-Jul-13 10:41:36
ButteryJam Mon 22-Jul-13 10:31:03
lem31 Sun 21-Jul-13 21:17:26
BonaDea Sun 21-Jul-13 19:59:13
ButteryJam Sun 21-Jul-13 09:28:42
lem31 Thu 18-Jul-13 20:01:05
ButteryJam Thu 18-Jul-13 16:57:03
ButteryJam Thu 18-Jul-13 12:38:09
lem31 Thu 18-Jul-13 01:40:22
ButteryJam Thu 18-Jul-13 01:14:15
ButteryJam Thu 18-Jul-13 01:13:46
lem31 Wed 17-Jul-13 21:22:31
ButteryJam Wed 17-Jul-13 14:45:51
lem31 Wed 17-Jul-13 07:08:28
ButteryJam Tue 16-Jul-13 20:49:07
Librarina Tue 16-Jul-13 16:45:53
ButteryJam Tue 16-Jul-13 11:31:46
Librarina Tue 16-Jul-13 10:15:07
PukousMucous Sun 14-Jul-13 10:00:01
PukousMucous Sun 14-Jul-13 09:56:50
ButteryJam Sat 13-Jul-13 20:08:47
ButteryJam Sat 13-Jul-13 20:04:41
ButteryJam Sat 13-Jul-13 20:01:59
Librarina Sat 13-Jul-13 16:03:15
Join the discussion
Registering is free, easy, and means you can join in the discussion, get discounts, win prizes and lots more.Register now
Already registered with Mumsnet? Log in to leave your comment or alternatively, sign in with Facebook or Google.
Talk: Customise | Unanswered messages | Getting started | Acronyms | FAQs
Threads: Active | I'm on | I'm watching | I started | Last 15 minutes | Last hour | Last Day
Please login first.


text:
Earth Day: Celebrating Sustainable Agriculture
April 22, 2014
Smallholder farmers can set an example of environmental sustainability while helping to feed the world.
For smallholder farmers across the world, every day is Earth Day. The 1.5 billion people who live and work on small farms in developing countries are guardians of natural resources with a deep connection to their environment. At the same time, smallholders are on the front line of climate change, vulnerable to extreme events and unpredictable conditions that can cause severe losses in yields and income.
With an integrated approach, TechnoServe believes smallholder farmers can set an example of environmental sustainability while improving their livelihoods and enhancing food security. By adopting sustainable farming practices, managing resources efficiently and building resilience to climate change, smallholders can create a more secure future for their families, their communities and the planet.
Good stewardship of the land is good business. In Mozambique, TechnoServe is implementing an agroforestry program that is catalyzing the rural economy while reducing deforestation, rehabilitating depleted soil and promoting sustainable land use.
In Kenya, TechnoServe is working with a group of Maasai women farmers to increase dairy production and promote better natural resource management. We are providing training in water and soil conservation, including water harvesting and rotational grazing methods, which also help ensure healthy and productive cows.
In Guatemala, we are helping coffee farmers adopt low-cost sustainable agronomy practices – from composting to shade management – that boost yields in the short term, while helping to build resilience to climate change in the long term.
These are just some of the ways TechnoServe, our partners and other stakeholders are helping smallholder farmers sustainably increase productivity and adapt to a rapidly changing planet. With a system that supports economic and environmental sustainability, smallholders can play a leading role in feeding and protecting the world.
Related Blog Posts
Photo of the Week: Behind the Chocolate
Most of the world's cocoa comes from West Africa, grown on small family farms by people like Ama Nyame.
Transcending Boundaries in Agriculture: The Connected Farmer Alliance
Creative mobile solutions are addressing major challenges in the agriculture industry, providing benefits for both farmers and agribusinesses.
Family Farmers Feeding the World
On World Food Day, we recognize the people who produce more than 70 percent of the world's food – family farmers.


text:
Happy days are here again
read more
On a conference call just now, Senator Chuck Schumer confirmed it: Senate Democrats will continue bringing up the Buffett Rule again and again in an effort to put Republicans on the spot, and he vowed Dems would press the issue unti... Read Post
Written by Doug Powers The apparently futile efforts to make it easier for Warren Buffett to give the government more money continue: Republican lawmakers have introduced their own "Buffett Rule" that would allow billionaire investo... Read Post
Figures. Not even billionaire and Obama pal Warren Buffett will endorse Obama's Buffett Rule. Via Real Clear Politics and FOX Nation: From the video: CNBC: "Are you happy that the way it is being described. Is the program that the …... Read Post


text:
Houses: So many.
Offices: unknown.
Streets: unknown.
People: unknown
Free space: 0.
Ink and watercolor. More info and making of at http://freekhand.blogspot.com.es/2009...
To add items to your wishlist, simply click the "Add to Wishlist" link from any product page.
Don't see Wishlist items you've previously added? Create an account or login now on all devices to sync your Wishlist.
by Miguel Herranz
Fine art print on bright white, fine poly-cotton blend, matte canvas using latest generation Epson archival inks. Individually trimmed and hand stretched museum wrap over 1-1/2" deep wood stretcher bars. Includes wall hanging hardware.


text:
The Canadian Press - ONLINE EDITION
Further misery for Van Gaal at Man United with 4-0 loss to 3rd tier MK Dons in League Cup
LONDON - In just his third match in charge of Manchester United, Louis van Gaal oversaw one of the most humiliating losses in the club's illustrious history on Tuesday.
The record 20-time English champions timidly capitulated to MK Dons, losing 4-0 to the third-tier club in the second round of the League Cup.
Hired to halt the decline under David Moyes in the post-Alex Ferguson era, Van Gaal had already endured a loss and a draw in his first two Premier League matches before one of three possible routes to silverware ended in Milton Keynes.
A second-string United was playing in the League Cup second round for the first time since 1995 because Moyes failed to qualify for Europe during his only season in charge. He was replaced by the coach who led the Netherlands to third place at the World Cup.
Although Van Gaal made 10 changes from the team that drew at Sunderland, several international players including Danny Welbeck, Javier Hernandez and Shinji Kagawa were deployed.
Van Gaal kept his cool in public after the game and did not tear into his team's performance, despite poor defending that gifted goals to the Dons and the fact that United needed around 70 minutes to manage a shot on target.
"We didn't have the luck to score but at least we have created a lot of chances," Van Gaal said. "You don't have to forget we have nine injuries and we had a very young team, I have seen them trying to their utmost best. You can't expect more of the players."
Van Gaal urged fans to trust him to turn around the fortunes of a team that won the Premier League by 11 points in 2013 before Ferguson retired after more than 26 years in charge.
"(Supporters) have to believe in our philosophy," Van Gaal said. "We are building up a team and you can't make in one month not in one year of course. It's very disappointing but I hope they shall maintain their confidence in the club and in our philosophy because that philosophy takes time."
A United side featuring David Beckham lost 3-0 to third tier side York at this stage in 1995, going out of the then two-legged second round 4-3 on aggregate.
Nineteen years on, the humbling result took the gloss off United's pre-match announcement that it had broken the British transfer record by signing Angel Di Maria from Real Madrid for 59.7 million pounds ($99 million). With a summer spending spree that has now hit $215 million, Van Gaal will be expected to quickly restore United to the elite of English football and ensure that Tuesday's result becomes a long-forgotten blip.
"You have to analyze the problem and then you have to take your matches," Van Gaal said. "We know exactly what we are doing."
Benik Afobe, a striker on loan from Arsenal, and Will Grigg were gifted the openings to each score twice on a memorable night for the Dons, which was originally Wimbledon FC. The 1988 FA Cup winners as Wimbledon controversially uprooted 90 kilometres (56 miles) from south London to Milton Keynes, a large commuter town north of the capital, and was renamed a decade ago.
"I'm a little bit shocked to be walking off and seeing the score line," Dons manager Karl Robinson said. "It's ridiculous. It's something that dreams are made of for these players. We work hard here and you've seen a youthful energy in the team ... this is a game for Milton Keynes as a city."
United wasn't the only Premier League to be beaten by lower-league opposition, with misery also for West Ham and topflight newcomers Burnley and Leicester.
Sheffield Wednesday of the second tier won 1-0 at Burnley, while Leicester went down 1-0 at home to fourth-tier side Shrewsbury.
New signing Enner Valencia missed a penalty for West Ham as the London club lost a shootout 5-4 to Sheffield United of the third tier.
West Bromwich Albion narrowly avoided a similarly embarrassing shootout exit by beating Oxford 7-6 after a 1-1 draw in normal time. Jack Cork and Graziano Pelle scored their first goals for Southampton in a 2-0 victory at Millwall, while Newcastle beat Gillingham 1-0.
Fact Check
Have you found an error, or know of something we've missed in one of our stories?
Please use the form below and let us know.
Having problems with the form?Contact Us Directly
More Soccer
You can comment on most stories on winnipegfreepress.com. You can also agree or disagree with other comments. All you need to do is be a Winnipeg Free Press print or e-edition subscriber to join the conversation and give your feedback.
You can comment on most stories on winnipegfreepress.com. You can also agree or disagree with other comments. All you need to do is be a Winnipeg Free Press print or e-edition subscriber to join the conversation and give your feedback.
Have Your Say
New to commenting? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions.
The Winnipeg Free Press does not necessarily endorse any of the views posted. By submitting your comment, you agree to our Terms and Conditions. These terms were revised effective April 16, 2010.
- Back to Top
- Return to Soccer
More Soccer
(1 of 50 articles for this week)
Cruzeiro moves closer to clinching Brazilian league title with 2-1 win over Gremio11/20/2014 8:43 PM 0
SAO PAULO - Cruzeiro overcame a first-half deficit to beat Gremio 2-1 and move within a victory of clinching its ...


text:
Listen to free music by Alturas
Blip.fm is internet radio made social. It's easy to search for, play, and discover free music recommended by real people. Join today to create your own free station.
Alturas – Inti Illimani| play
Alturas – Grupo ALTURAS| play
Apr 18, 2011 at 2:23 pm via YouTube | AMAZON | ITUNES
innoutwindows Alturas - Ode to Joy (reblip)
VoodooSounds festive and fun for @Willey_Nilley
Alturas – Feliz Navida| play
innoutwindows Ode to Joy. Raul, Still at Downtown Disney?
innoutwindows Raul A. got a good sound!
nguyenduong anyone hungry for some tacos de carne asada? http://www.flickr.com/photos/windo/3210547630/in/set-72157613792926039/
rdv Alturas
Alturas – Virgenes del Sol| play
nguyenduong #listening2 "Morea" by Alturas
ThinGuy Background dinner prep music...
Alturas – Adobe By Alturas| play
ivyguy versão india
Alturas – Colors Of The Wind| play
Artists Like Alturas
Blip.fm DJs who play Alturas
Friends: MerchantCircle | Charity Blossom | Website Load Testing


text:
новости на русском
azərbaycan dilində
Main page
Latest News
Arts & Entertainment
Eurovision 2012
World news
Weird / Interesting
Photo Galleries
Voice of Diaspora
Your Corner
Weird / Interesting
Humanoid robots start work in Japanes museum
30 June 2014 [10:40] -
Robot guides with uncannily lifelike characteristics are put to work showing visitors around science museum in Tokyo.
She has long brown hair, twitches her eyebrows, sways her heads from side to side and uses her hands for emphasis.
But despite her realistic appearance, she is in fact a hi-tech robot – "working" at a Tokyo museum as a humanoid guide for visitors.
The human-like robot, known as Otonaroid, is one of two life-size creations who enjoyed their first day of "work" on Wednesday at Tokyo's National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation.
The robots, created by a leading robotics expert Hiroshi Ishiguro, are designed to be as lifelike as possible, from their smooth silicon skin to their eloquent articulation.
The purpose of the humanoids, which were unveiled at the start of a major new permanent exhibition showcasing cutting-edge robotics, was to encourage interaction between humans and robots and explore what differentiates the two.
The first robot Otonaroid, who was "hired" by the museum as a robot science communicator, has long, dark hair and elegant mannerisms, and will be able to converse directly with visitors.
The second robot is called Kodomoroid, resembling more child than adult, and was created to read news reports covering an array of global issues in a variety of voices and languages.
"A child is vulnerable and is also a symbol of the future of the earth," the museum explained. "Kodomoroid, with its close resemblance to a human child and detached voice, continuously recites world news. It is a work of art of sorts which asks profound questions about humanity's future."
In a demonstration before the exhibition opened on Wednesday, the robots, operated by remote control, moved their lips in time to a voiceover while moving their hands and swaying their heads for emphasis.
Japan has long been synonymous with a cutting-edge robotics industry, which is increasingly being adapted to assist a society in a state of rapid transformation due to its ageing population.
The new humanoid robots were unveiled just days after Shinzo Abe, the prime minister, expressed his hopes to stage a Robot Olympics alongside its 2020 Summer Games to help revitalise the economy.
A humanoid robot called "Pepper" whose makers claim it can understand human emotion was also unveiled earlier this month by SoftBank, the major mobile phone company.
Print version
Views: 445
Connect with us. Get latest news and updates.
Follow @TRENDNewsAgency
Recommend news to friend
Your name:
Your e-mail:
Friend's name:
Friend's e-mail:
See Also
27 November 2014 [13:41]
New realistic barbie doll
05 November 2014 [16:56]
Hasn't worn shoes or socks in almost 50 years
30 October 2014 [14:37]
These oak sticks make your cheap whiskey taste more expensive
27 October 2014 [16:59]
Apple Variety Aptly Named 'Surprize' Hidest Pink Surprise Inside
21 October 2014 [16:10]
Menswear Model for Famous Clothing Brands
15 October 2014 [15:10]
Meet Garfi, the angriest cat on the internet
15 October 2014 [11:50]
Facebook founder to donate $25 Mln to fight Ebola epidemic
14 October 2014 [13:40]
Each member of Mercedes staff to get a minimum bonus payout of £10,000
09 October 2014 [17:04]
Spiders have reached the stone age
09 October 2014 [14:46]
Chinese tycoon gifts iPhone 6 to his classmates
Most Popular
Azerbaijan to install card payment system in buses next year
Baku, Tehran express commitment to deepen bilateral ties
President Ilham Aliyev was interviewed by "Russia-24" news channel
President Ilham Aliyev hold meetings
President Aliyev reviews preparatory work for European Games
Baku urges CoE commissioner to ensure rights of refugees, IDPs
Paris to learn about Baku 2015
Contact us: email@example.com
Copyright © 2005-2014 Today.Az


text:
Critique my 4th Menu
We'll have between 25-40 and I'm the mother to 2 young children so I'm trying to keep it simple (this year) but I'm open to more creative options. I'm cooking for all ages in a fairly traditional area (caprese is okay with this group, carpaccio, no)
Veggie tray (brought by guest)
Fruit tray (brought by guest)
Clam Dip (family tradition)
Chips and homemade pico de gallo (or cheese straws)
Smoked, pulled pork BBQ sandwiches
Tyler Florence's Potato Salad
Caprese Salad (brought by guest)
Fannie Farmer's Mac N Cheese
Pioneer Woman baked beans
I could sub in a quinoa salad or a nice chopped salad- I feel like the menu could be too starchy?
Dessert is
Chocolate icebox cake (brought by guest)
Either a vanilla/strawberry icebox cake or banana cream pie
Thoughts? Suggestions?
re: wyogal
I agree w/ WyoGal - I would add a chopped salad and let guests add on what else they like (onions, dressings, olives, etc). But in my world, I'd skip the cornbread unless you know it's going to get eaten. I only use the cornbread when something SCREAMS cornbread, like chili. I'd stick with the chips and homemade pico de gallo ilo the cheese straws. Less work and a cool "crunch" for the summer time.
Bless you for hostessing. Gah! 25 - to 40 people AND wee ones!
Maybe something green?
-Cold szchuen green beans. Easy to make ahead and all done in the micro. Easily doubled. Adjust the spice level accordingly.
-cold cucumber/red onion salad. Thinly slice both, toss with sherry or champagne vinegar. The longer they sit the sweeter they get.
-big mixed green salad with shredded carrots, cukes, cherry tomatoes, etc. Dressing on the side so it stays fresher longer.
-platter of grilled roasted veggies: broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, egg plant, zucchini, etc all tossed with olive oil and fresh basil
Agree that 2 cakes or 1 cake and a pie are not enough for all those people. Are they those big sheet cakes? That might work. Maybe add a platter of assorted cookies
How many kids are there? Could you add a cooler stocked with ice and hoodsie cups for them?
Pretty much nailed it IMHO. Personal preference is for jalapeño & cheese cornbread. And since you have slaw, no need to feel compelled to add a lettuce salad -- never sells much at these things anyway.
Work on your Cole Slaw. There are many regional variations. Make it festive. Purple, Green (cabbage) and gold. (carrots). Some onion and pepper rings if you like, With a festive and tasty slaw there is no need for a Salad. ~~ Cornbread? Meh. If you do make it don't make a plain bread. Think Broccoli or Mexican, or.......
re: MNkateo
re: Tara57
How about poke cakes, one strawberry and one blueberry. I use mostly fresh berries with just a little jello.
re: MNkateo
This is so retro but I love Strawberry Fluff at a summer picnic. Or . . . go all out and putoone of the men in charge of handcranked strawberry ice cream?
re: MickiYam
Plus one to the strawberry fluff!
And maybe a watermelon or two
But some people will do the fruit tray for dessert.
I always make ch chip cookies when kids are involved but they have to beat off the adults!
Speaking of kids...do they all like pulled pork? I always keep a pack of hot dogs and bun in case
re: MickiYam
Oooh, what is strawberry fluff?? Also, any good strawberry poke cake recipes?
re: MickiYam
I had dessert inspiration during the night- 2 layer tres leches cake with a strawberry whipped cream layer and topped with strawberries and blueberries to make it look festive. I don't know how the tres leches will go over with this crowd but I LOVE it :) Any favorite tres leches recipes?
re: MNkateo
This recipe is absolutely killer. The shortbread crust is super easy, and if you don't want to make a tart, it works great as parfaits, which you could do as self-serve or in a big trifle dish (or, heck, a bowl, if you wanted to). If you wanted it to be red, white, and blue, adding blueberries would be great, too. I just made it this weekend and people RAVED. (Ganache is totally optional if you don't want to add the extra effort.)
Here's the recipe, if you have trouble with the links.
Toasted Oatmeal Shortbread
Makes one 9-inch tart crust; 16 cookies or 1½ cups crumbles
• 1/2 cup old-fashioned oatmeal, uncooked)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces (1 stick
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread the oatmeal on a rimmed baking sheet and toast in the oven until lightly golden and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
In a food processor, add the oatmeal, flour, sugar and salt. Pulse until combined and the oatmeal is chopped. Add the butter and continue to pulse until the mixture looks crumbly.
To make tart crust: Pat the dough into a 9- or 10-inch fluted tart pan with a removable bottom. Use the back of a measuring cup to help spread it evenly. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden brown.
To make cookies: Pat the dough evenly into an 8-inch square baking dish. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. While still warm, cut into squares.
To make crumbles: Pat the dough into an even 1/4-inch layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. When cool, break the shortbread into crumbles.
Chocolate Ganache
½ cup cream
½ cup chopped chocolate
Melt ingredients together in a double boiler and whisk until smooth.
Rich Mascarpone Cream With Dark Chocolate Bits
Makes 6 servings
• 1/2 cup whipping cream
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup mascarpone cheese
• 1/3 cup coarsely grated dark chocolate (we used a Microplane tool)
Place the cream and vanilla in a mixing bowl and beat at high speed until cream begins to thicken. Sprinkle in the sugar, and continue beating until stiff peaks form. Fold in the mascarpone cheese. Stir in the chocolate. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Strawberry Topping
1 pound strawberries, halved
2 TBS sugar
(optional – 1 TBS or less balsamic vinegar)
Toss strawberries with sugar and vinegar, refrigerate 2 hours.
To assemble – bake tart crust as described, let cool. Spread ganache over crust, let cool. Fill crust with mascarpone cream and chill completely. Top with strawberries.
re: tzurriz
I agree. I assume there will be kids in attendance so I'd do hot dogs or sausages. Almost everyone likes those.
re: tzurriz
Or maybe have a few turkey, salmon or veggie burgers on
hand as an althernative "entree" - unless you know the group
very well and don't anticipate the need.
I'd add a non-starchy salad. Two of my favorites are greek salad - cukes, tomatoes, sweet onions, oregano, feta and maybe black olives. Or "asian" slaw.
I'm not exactly a Martha type, but one year, I made a sheet cake with sliced strawberry stripes and blueberry stars corner. Really easy, really beautiful. Just don't want to add sliced berries till ready to serve; drippy. Or use whole berries.
It can be big enough to feed everyone, and it's theme appropriate.
i too would skip the cornbread and would make a very vinegary, tangy cole slaw -- not the mayonnaise-y kind.
add another crunchy kind of side, chopped cukes and carrots with basil and lemon, for example. or steamed, chilled snap peas dressed with mint and sesame oil.
don't think you need 2 icebox cakes, but if you've got fresh lovely strawberries than shortcake seems a no-brainer!
cookies/blondies are good hand-held desserts for running-around kids and i'd also offer just simple fresh fruit.
re: hotoynoodle
A guest is bringing a fresh fruit tray, so she's set for fresh fruit, especially with the strawberries.
Agree with others you might want to offer some turkey dogs or turkey burgers for those who don't want pork.
re: Dirtywextraolives
thanks! it wasn't with the other desserts, so i blipped on it. :O
We host a July 4th party every year and the first year I started making ribs but I was afraid that some might not eat them (or they would be terrible since I never made them before!) so I got some roast chickens from Costco and cut them up. Honestly, everyone ate the ribs and there was TONS of chicken left over.
So while I sort of agree with others about having some alternative for those that might not eat pork, burgers or hot dogs require someone standing in front of the grill. Instead, I only make ribs but I get a large tray of chicken tenders for kids (and adults) who might not eat the ribs. Trust me, nobody leaves hungry.
In place of coleslaw, here is an Asian Slaw that I am making this year. I think it sounds good...and easy. I am going to make the slaw and the dressing separately the day before, and assemble before the party.
re: valerie
I've NEVER known a kid who didn't like chicken nuggets!!! And Costco has these adorable ones in the shape of T-Rex :)


text:
No such story
01/01/2000 - 00:00:00Back to Ireland Home
We're sorry, but we cannot find the story you are looking for.
- Sign up here to receive news by email. Once per day, no spam.
01/01/2000 - 00:00:00Back to Ireland Home
We're sorry, but we cannot find the story you are looking for.
Ireland's first autumn Test series clean sweep for eight years is not sure to be a precursor to success at Rugby World Cup 2015, according to captain Paul O'Connell.
Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has been taken from Ireland's win over Australia at the Aviva Stadium to be assessed for suspected appendicitis.
Ireland hooker Rory Best says Joe Schmidt has brought a ruthlessness to their game that has brought them up a level.
Australia 56 Ireland 46 Australia gave Ireland a lesson in point-taking, as they claimed International Rules glory, before 40,000 spectators at Pattersons Stadium in Perth today.
Shane Lowry has hit a spectacular hole-in-one at the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai.
Ireland fended off a relentless late onslaught to grind past Australia 26-23, despite being outscored three tries to two in Dublin.
Someone urgently needs to teach this young lad about sportsmanship.
The top two players in the Race to Dubai were fittingly poised to do battle for the DP World Tour Championship title in Dubai.


text:
Kharma's Profile Removed From WWE Main Roster, Added To Alumni List
by Amish Patel - July 13, 2012
Amidst rumors that WWE have parted ways with Kharma after their official Twitter feed moved her profile to its list of Alumni on Thursday, her profile has been removed from the company website's list of Raw Superstars. It now resides in the Alumni section among other former WWE performers.
WWE has not issued a message stating that she has been released.
The accomplished grappler addressed rumors of her WWE demise via Twitter, writing Thursday, "Getting a flood of dm's. I guess the cat's out of the bag. Yes. I have been officially promoted to the alumni section of the WWE roster."
Ryan Satin of TMZ.com then said she was let go by the sports entertainment organization on Thursday, writing on Twitter, "A source close to Kharma tells me the rumors are true and she was indeed released from WWE today. Dumbest WWE release in SOOO LONG!!!"
Kharma, whose real name is Kia Michelle Stevens, signed a contract with WWE in December of 2010 and made her debut on May 1, 2011 at the Extreme Rules pay-per-view as she decimated Michelle McCool. Weeks later, Kharma spoke for the first time on television to reveal she was pregnant and thus forced to take a leave of absence from the organization. Stevens made a surprise return in January as the twenty-first entrant in the Royal Rumble Match and subsequently announced to TMZ.com that she had given birth to a baby boy named Jamie on December 31, 2011. She then admitted in March that the child died before she could give birth and had lied due to her emotional state at the time.
The Hottest WWE news, photos and videos delivered to your inbox in one convenient newsletter. Sign up now and give it a try!
|WWE Survivor Series Report - 11/23/14
|WWE RAW Report - 11/24/14
|Sting Makes His WWE TV Debut, Possible Match Against Triple H?, Update on The Authority
|Backstage News on Sting vs. Triple H or The Undertaker, Speculation on Sting's WWE Future
|Backstage News on Sting's WWE Debut, WWE's Big Goal with Survivor Series and the Network


text:
David Furnish Issues Awesome Non-Apology to Madonnaby Free Britney at . Comments
Elton John's husband David Furnish is not apologizing to Madonna, per se. Or at all.
He is kind of backing off of his brutal criticism following Madonna's Golden Globe win Sunday, when he called her a desperate narcissist who could f--k off.
Furnish was livid that Madge beat Elton for Best Original Song, but clearly went a little over the line in his reaction to the pop queen's acceptance speech (below).
As a result, he amended his scathing rant with this message:
"Wow! What a tempest in a teapot. My passion for our film Gnomeo & Juliet and belief in Elton's song really got my emotional juices going," he wrote on Facebook.
"But I must say for the record that I do believe Madonna is a great artist, and that Elton and I wish her all the best for next week's premiere of the film W.E."
Note the lack of "sorry" or "apologies" or "Madonna is NOT a desperate narcissist."
Reading between the lines: I'm not wrong, but that was a bit harsh. Cheers!
Being a gay man myself they are text book cases of two old Queens that are so jealous they can't see straight They ate both spoiled little Divas who are showing the world their real colors Reminfs me about how different we felt about Whitney Houston after that terrible reality show We had her on such a pedastyle until she literally fell down the trailer stairs Elton is showing his real trailer trash side for sure The real tough one in this scenario is Madonna She's keeping her head up as a lady while the 2 screaming Meemy wannabe Divas are hitting rock bottom Elton's gotten so fat lately he needs to look in
Hbe mirror before he goes off talking about anyone Is this the image they want their new son to see? Poor kid
David shud be 1 shutn the f*ck up,atleast madge has talent.what he gud at anywyz?jst bcz he married sme superstar doesnt mek him the superstar.idiot, famous 4 nothn


text:
'Tears for Fears' Announce First U.S. Tour in Three Years
'80s band 'Tears for Fears' to perform at Oakland's Fox Theater…
Paul McCartney Helps Couple Get Engaged At Concert
The former Beatle brought a man and his girlfriend on stage for a proposal as he resumed performing following recovery from a virus…
Over A Dozen Hospitalized For Heat And Alcohol After Concord Concert
Sixteen people were hospitalized for problems related to heat or alcohol following a daytime concert in Concord on Sunday.
Paul McCartney Cancels Japan Tour Due To Virus
Sir Paul McCartney is under strict doctor's orders to get "complete rest"
Sonoma Raceway Proposes Music Festivals & Unrelated Auto Events
Will Sonoma Raceway be approved the ability to host rock concerts?
Motley Crue Announces Retirement Through Twitter
The heavy metal band plans to say goodbye with 72 concerts before hanging up its guitars for good…
Special Events Planned At Candlestick Park Before Demolition
Although the 49ers play their last regular season home game on Monday, the stadium will still host a number of events before it is demolished.
Rock The Bells To Return In 2014, Despite 2013 Cancellations
Rock The Bells founder Chang Weisberg announced that the festival will return in 2014, despite past issues…
Rock The Bells Hip Hop Festival Cancel Rest of Shows
Organizers have canceled the "Rock The Bells" Music Festival coming tour stops in New York and Washington…
Neil Young & Crazy Horse Cancels North American Tour Dates
Neil Young regretfully announced the cancellation of several of their North American tour dates, due to guitarist's broken hand…


text:
$25 Google Play or iTunes Gift Card Giveaway Ends 8/20
Do you play games on your phone? I like to play games on my phone because it keeps the kids occupied when we are sitting around waiting for something! If you're looking for a new game to play, check out … Continue reading


text:
Trixie Pet Products Poker Box 2 - Level 2Item # HN-TXE070
- Set includes: 4 boxes can be placed on base and arranged in different ways
- Each has a different challenge to master in order to retrieve a treat
- Vary number and placement of treats to increase level of difficulty
- Non-slip rubber feet keep the box in place as your dog explores
Recommended Accessories
2 Day Designs Rustic Dog Toy Chest
$119.99 - $148.99
Hadley Pet Toy Storage Chest
Enchanted Home Pet Ultra Plush Chevron Tote
Similar Toys
Fire Hose Stretch n Fetch Dog Toy
$12.99 - $15.99
PLAY Pet Lifestyle and You Wobble Ball Toy
Teaser Ball Pet Toy - 4.5 in.
2 Day Designs Rustic Dog Toy Chest
$119.99 - $148.99
Kong Genius Mike Dog Toy
$13.99 - $18.99
Kong Snugga Wubba Dog Toy
$14.99 - $17.99
Suggestions for You
Customer Q & A
Enter your question, and one of our Customer Care experts will respond via email and also post the answer here.
Your Valid Email
Your Question


text:
Change Location
ACE Fit Share
We have a wide selection of upper body workout routines and strength training exercises designed for all fitness levels. Target all areas of your body from your shoulders and upper arms to your thighs and lower abs with these full-body exercises. The American Council on Exercise is committed to helping all workout enthusiasts reach their fitness goals safely and efficiently. For full-body workouts featuring these exercises, visit our Workouts section.
Fit Life Articles
Learn how to avoid potentially serious heat illnesses by recognizing the signs and knowing how to cool down quickly should you experience heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
The BOSU—which stands for both sides up—is a unique piece of fitness equipment that allows you to perform exercises on top of an unstable surface. Among its many benefits include the ability to make exercises easier or more challenging. Here are six great core exercises...
Lack of time is the most common reason for not working out, which is why it's no surprise that 20- to 30-minute express workouts have become so popular. Everyone wants to get more done in less time. While you may be speeding things up with high-intensity interval training...
ACE Pro Homepage
Copyright © 2014 The American Council on Exercise. All Rights Reserved.
4851 Paramount Drive, San Diego, California 92123 1 (888)-825-3636


text:
Created: 05/15/2014 8:07 AM
By: Nikki Ibarra, KOB Eyewitness News 4
ALBUQUERQUE -- For some, a new house means a new chapter. For Chris Hawley and his family, their new home in southwest Albuquerque is exactly that.
"That is still surreal, you know, like a dream," Hawley said.
The home was a "thank you" for his service in the U.S. Army—a surprise gift from Bank of America and the Military Warriors Support Foundation.
"This is such an awesome blessing for us. One we really, really needed," said Jessica Hawley, Chris' wife.
Since Chris came back from Iraq and retired last year, life has been tough.
"I have a TBI, which is a brain injury," Chris said. "I have PTSD, which is emotional and I've had various other things."
All of that on top of a foreclosure. For five years now, the Hawley family has lived at Kirtland Air Force Base in their RV. But on Wednesday, they got the keys to their new home in southwest Albuquerque.
The family was also surprised with furniture from Williamson Restoration Inc.
"It's just awesome. It's just, woo hoo! We won't be stepping over each other," Jessica said.
"Unless we're going through the same room," Chris joked.
KOB welcomes a lively and courteous discussion as long as you follow the rules of conduct set forth in our Terms of Use. Comments are not pre-screened before they post. You agree that anything you post may be used, along with your name and profile picture, in accordance with our Privacy Policy and the license you have granted pursuant to our Terms of Use.
Join Our Email List
Business Search
|Lapel cam captures woman trying to frame APD officer for sexually assaulting her
|Friends, family remember UNM students killed in collision
|Driver killed in crash at 4th and Montano
|Belen woman charged with DWI, vehicular homicide after crash that killed teen
|UNM students killed, injured in collision with stolen truck


text:
The July 16 editorial "Clearing the Air" sent me to my files to retrieve a folder entitled "Smoking Ordinance – Education, 1983-1984."
I thought you might like to know a bit more about those early efforts to clear the air. and that we had an ordinance 30 years before the state.
A group of us, with the counsel of Dr. John O'Brian, had formed the Human Ecology Action League, which was interested in promoting healthy, clean air, not only for those with breathing problems and allergies, but for all citizens.
Knowing that ingesting cigarette smoke was harmful to everyone, including those with certain health problems, we contemplated that since everyone needs to shop for food and pick up health-promoting medications, we would attempt to try to eliminate smoking from grocery stores and drug stores.
We began with visits to local institutions whose business was either public health, marketing healthy food or supplying health and medical needs. Merchants who had hesitated to ask customers to leave smoking materials outside were more than supportive or our effort since smoking in stores is also a fire hazard and the Fort Wayne Fire Prevention Department was happy to offer assistance to enforce such an ordinance if it were to be approved by City Council.
So we went to work educating ourselves and attempting to remove smoking from grocery stores and pharmacies.
Our first letter to the editor was submitted on June 16, 1983. It read, "Since everyone must obtain food and since many persons are adversely affected by smoke, it is hoped that store managers will cooperate with the effort. Most smokers probably do not know how much their smoke makes others hurt. Many persons are also not aware of the increasing amount of information regarding the harmful effects of secondhand or side-stream smoke upon healthy persons."
With the help of a diversity of people and the support of professionals such as doctors and elected officials, as well as health organizations such as The Lung Association and the Board of Health and newspapers, we attempted to reach people of all ages and interests. With scores of people beginning to take more and more responsibility for their own health, this effort was an excellent opportunity for citizens to speak up and speak out regarding their own health and safety.
The ordinance was passed by City Council on April 10, 1984 which, if my calculation is correct, is 30 years before the state one.
It is good to observe that each ordinance continues to make our "Most Livable City" even more so.
I have selected just a few documents from my very large file of our journey toward Fort Wayne's first anti-smoking ordinance. There is no doubt that the most effective tool in educating the public was the newspapers' support.


text:
Audie Award Nominee, Children's Titles for Ages 8-12, 2013
August (Auggie) Pullman was born with a facial deformity that prevented him from going to a mainstream school - until now. He's about to enter fifth grade at Beecher Prep, and if you've ever been the new kid, then you know how hard that can be. The thing is Auggie's just an ordinary kid, with an extraordinary face. But can he convince his new classmates that he's just like them, despite appearances? R. J. Palacio has crafted an uplifting novel full of wonderfully realistic family interactions, lively school scenes, and writing that shines with spare emotional power.
©2012 R. J. Palacio (P)2012 Brilliance Audio, Inc.
"Wonder is a book with such a big, wide heart - it shows how we are all fragile, imperfect, and perfectly beautiful creatures. A wonderful novel by a wonder of a writer!" (Julia Alvarez, author of Return to Sender, Before We Were Free, Finding Miracles, and the Tía Lola Stories)
"Wonder why I didn't hear of this sooner!"
Wonderfully written story about a boy who is different told from the viewpoints of various characters. One character tells his own story, another is a sister who has always stuck up for her beloved brother while secretly wishing for a different experience in her own life, another is a friends voice (or is he really a friend.) The narrators each did a great job of defining these different characters through their heartfelt reading.
There were many who each had a different degree of impact on this story, but the main character had such a wit and sarcasm in the face of come difficult barriers in his life.
They all did a great job of bringing their character to life.
At times I wanted to shake the characters, at others I laughed out loud. I was very touched at other moments and nearly shed a tear.
For anyone who works with students with various needs and wants to hear (in their own words) what it might like to walk in their shoes for a day. Sometimes in education, we miss the subtleties that go on between our students and this book reminds you to keep an eye out for the underdog and that your words can have an impact.
"Well-written YA Fiction hurt by flawed narration"
Wonder is a story that all middle school children should be reading. As an elementary teacher, I can tell you that it doesn't do justice to the occasional savagery of young adults, but it's still a close enough approximation to be a valuable tale.
The trouble with this recording is the narrator who performs the role of August. August is in many ways a naive and overprotected character, but the narrator's vocal presentation is not nuanced and represents him as more infantile than I understood him to be. Indeed, I'm not sure this male role should have been performed by a woman: I found her attempt at a prepubescent male child's voice to be grating and unpleasant to listen to. The narrator who performed Jack's character was much more believable as a city kid; indeed, all the other character performances (some of which may have been performed by the same narrator who performs as August, but using a different voice, thankfully) were excellent. If you can tolerate this troublesome character representation, then you'll enjoy this book. I gritted my teeth and plowed through the initial sections until the narrators switched, and I'm glad I did---the story's worth reading to its conclusion.
"WONDER is truly wondrous ..."
When a book is this original, this heartfelt, this inspiring, this real, I find myself babbling in clich??: Wonder is truly wondrous.
Auggie Pullman is 10. He???s about to start fifth grade after being homeschooled, and he???s more than a little nervous: ???I know I???m not an ordinary ten-year-old kid. I mean, sure, I do ordinary things. ??? And I feel ordinary. Inside. But I know ordinary kids don???t make other ordinary kids run away screaming in playgrounds. I know ordinary kids don???t get stared at wherever they go.??? Born with a genetic facial deformity, Auggie has survived 27 operations since he was born. ???I won???t describe what I look like. Whatever you???re thinking, it???s probably worse.???
In a world where being even a little different can cause a lot of heartbreak, Auggie???s entry into a New York City private middle school is a shocker ??? for both him and everyone around him. Wonder follows Auggie through his public debut as he navigates beyond his comfort zone, finding new friends and allies, experiencing an independence he (nor his family) dreamed of, and learning who to trust and who to let go. [The NON-Wonder Award, by the way, unquestionably goes to a wealthy parent (who is vice president of the school board, no less) who Photoshops Auggie out of the class picture and even shares it with other parents!]
R.J. Palacio enhances Auggie???s story with multiple points of view ??? his friends, his sister, his sister???s new boyfriend, his sister???s ex-best friend even! ??? to create a richly detailed, utterly believable record of one extraordinary boy???s one unforgettable year. Note to parents: don???t read (or listen, as I did ??? so convincingly narrated by Diana Steele, Nick Podehl, and Kate Rudd) in crowded places, unless you???re okay with being an exhibitionist (pack Kleenex!).
"Pure perfection. Excellent narration."
Top 3.
The end during the principal's speech & the woods scene are two moments that I sat perfectly still for so I wouldn't miss a word.
The principal's speech.
Yes. I started listening with my children but couldnt wait for them. I listened without them and finished in 2 days. It's beautiful.
I bought the book for friends as well.
Mother, knitter, reader, lifelong learner, technical writer, former library assistant & hematologist.
"Overly simplistic approach to a complex subject"
This is a tough book for me to review as it's written for middle grade readers, and I graduated from that group long, long ago. It was so highly reviewed that I decided to read it. I think the 4 and 5 star reviews may be from people that like happy endings and can better imagine how this book will be received by the intended audience than I was able to.
Things I liked about Wonder:
*August is an engaging, original protagonist.
*Palacio's use of different points of view. August's sister, Via, had an amazing exploration of what it was like to be the non-sick, normal kid in the family. She hit on all the aspects, positive and negative, avoidable and unavoidable. I actually found Olivia to be the most interesting character.
*Palacio's whole exploration of "beauty is only skin deep" and "it's what's on the inside that counts" from many angles. Even after reading Wonder, I'm still not sure what my reaction to a person like August would be, or what the best response might be.
Things I didn't like about Wonder:
*I wish there had been more detailed medical information. The lack of detail is most likely because it's not something the intended audience needs or wants, but I think more information would have added to a better understanding of exactly what August had gone through during his ten years. There is a mention of his 27 surgeries, and that he suffers from Treacher-Collins syndrome combined with some rare mystery syndrome, but a bit more background would have added to exactly what a wonder he was.
*I wish there had been more development of Julian. He played a big part in the story, but was the least explored.
*I wish the ending had not been so "happily ever after". There were pat resolutions on all fronts and this is not how things would have worked out.
*I listened to this as an audiobook, and the voice of August was horrendous. I almost gave up in the first ten minutes because it was so bad. Another reviewer describes the voice as sounding like "a slightly retarded Marge Simpson" and I completely agree.
*The cover! Is it meant to be slightly disturbing without too much attention to detail? It's certainly not a depiction of August with one eye and the presence of ears! It may seem like a silly detail, but covers are important to me, and I think think this book deserved a far better cover.
Overall, 3 stars for a book that takes an overly simplistic approach (even for middle grade readers) to a very complex subject.
My only complaint: the cartoonish narration detracted from this otherwise sublime and poignant story. A wonderful book– one that everyone should read.
"Great for 5th, 6th graders and beyond"
Engaging, tender, uplifting
This is a great YA book. It is fabulous for reinforcing the attributes of kindness, courage, and friendship. All my 6th graders read it in 5th grade and they loved it.
I love kids books, true crime stories, and memoirs about people who have overcome incredible challenges or still fight them every day.
"Great story about the overcoming challenges"
Jack Will for sticking up for Augie when most others hated him
Perseverance through childhood challenges
Great book on a child who is severely deformed and hated by many, but ends up with a couple of close friends who stick by him. Great for pre-teens and teens in learning that differences in others doesn't mean they can't be successful or loving and should not be treated differently. They have feelings too.
Pam can often be found singing many of The Wiggles songs while simultaneously reading a book in rhyme and drinking coffee.
"Wow. Just Wow. I knew it would be good."
One of the top 3.
I liked hearing the same story from different viewpoints.
No. I would certainly be open to any of the performers.
no idea.
Wow. What a powerful little book. A must read for everyone about tolerance, belief in oneself, kindness, friendship, and something else. I got teary at the ending, difficult to do on a plane.
"AWESOME family story. Love, love, loved it!!!!"
I loved the characters and different points of view. My kids absolutely loved this and couldn't wait to get in the car to listen. It was funny and sweet and teaches so many life lessons. I think every child should hear this...I had so many talks with my children about compassion and friendship because of this book.
How could you not love August? We all love him but I have to say that Summer stole my heart. Summer is everything I hope my kids to be....what an amazing girl and friend.
There were so many! The ending was perfect, but my kids got a big kick out of the parents and Auggie talking about Mr. Tushman. :)
I loved the scene at the camp when the boys came to Auggie's rescue.
You won't regret listening to this. Of course, you need to follow it up with Julian's Chapter...another great listen!!!!
There are no listener reviews for this title yet.
Report Inappropriate Content
If you find this review inappropriate and think it should be removed from our site, let us know. This report will be reviewed by Audible and we will take appropriate action.


text:
Dragons out big-played by Galena
Sonoma drops evenly matched opener to Reno school, hosting San Marin Friday
Sonoma drops evenly matched opener to Reno school, hosting San Marin Friday
Sonoma falls in four to D2 state qualifier, Paganini Invitational Saturday
Open field
Lloyd new coach; water polo, girls tennis start away today, netters host Thursday
Defending champ Sonoma boys fall to Monty, hosting today, Thursday
After the enthusiasm and overall success of last year's inaugural Sonoma Bocce Ball Association Tournament, there was a high level of anticipation for this year's second annual bocce tourney to arrive, and when it recently did, there was full participation with all 12 leagues competing. Held at the bocce courts at the south end of… Continue Reading >>
Sports briefs
Albrecht, Swanson spark Sonoma's season-opening win over North Bay power
Dragon boys nipped Drake, girls fall to nationally ranked Carrillo
Fishing and hunting
In keeping with its annual season-opening Alumni Meet tradition, the combined Sonoma Valley High School cross-country boys and girls' squads couldn't catch their front-running coach on Wednesday, but they did combine to win the team event on the 2.7-mile Maxwell Farms Regional Park course. The Dragons ended up outrunning the Sonoma alumni for a 9-20… Continue Reading >>
Varsity kickoff is 7 p.m. at Arnold Field, JVs play at 4:30
Pacifics win inaugural season title, Sonoma's Carranza, Ray claim offensive crowns
Sonoma hosting soccer, volleyball openers today, girls soccer, alum X-country Wednesday
Open field
Wednesday Night Drags continue
Sports briefs
Glen Ellen standout busy racing, coaching SVHS cross-country
Sonoma splits with Admirals, postseason hopes hanging by thread
Fishing and hunting
Verdu new Sonoma girls coach; fall sports update
Sonoma Raceway survives Sunday's quake, then Dixon makes dramatic late Grand Prix move


text:
To guarantee this part fits your vehicle, click here. If it doesn't fit your vehicle, we'll recommend similar products.
Our Advantage
Need Help?
Compare Related Products
Replacement S015301 Bumper Grille
Our price: $22.73
Our price: $22.73
Street Scene 950-74127 Bumper Grille
Our price: $80.42
Our price: $80.42
Paramount Restyling 34-0128 Bumper Grille
Our price: $60.77
Our price: $60.77
view image gallery
Carriage Works43563 InVisi-Lok Bumper Grille - Black, Aluminum, Billet, Direct Fit
Part #: C9443563 | Mfr #: 43563
In Stock
Ships out in 1-2 Business Days
Ships out in 1-2 Business Days
- Low Price Guarantee
Be the first to write a review.
- Overview
- Manufacturer info
- Extended Warranty
- Related Products
- Related Products


text:
: [Other]
[RP] The Secrets of Fells Church: Ghost World
View Single Post
Kei Ochima
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: in the bat cave ;]
Posts: 3,366
Re: [RP] The Secrets of Fells Church: Ghost World
I'm fine.
Kotomi responded to Aiden right before Kiseki spoke to the Original outside the house.
Finn? Kiseki asked, the shock and confusion clearly on his face now. What are you doing here?
Did something happen? Ichiru added.
"I know Katherine killed Abigail." Finn growled as he gazed at the group. Caroline took a step forward out of the house to try and place a gentle hand on Finn's arm so she could calm the Original down, but Finn suddenly took Caroline by the neck and used his speed to pin her up against a tree which was planted about fifteen feet away.
"Caroline!" Diana yelled as she tried to run out of the house but Damon held her back by the waist, though Kotomi and Ashley quickly stood to their feet and ran outside with the rest of the group.
"It's all of your guy's fault that Abigail is dead! You're the ones who brought Katherine back!" Finn shouted, taking his hand and shoving it into Caroline's chest as she let out a cry in pain.
"No!" Ashley screamed, the Vampire running forward.
"If anyone takes another step forward I will rip her heart out!" Finn threatened and grabbed a hold of Caroline's heart, yanking it a couple inches as she gasped. Her skin began to slowly turn grey with the dark grey veins slithering across, bringing the group to stop moving.
"We're on the same side Finn." Kol tried to reason with his older brother.
"Katherine killed Abigail, so why should any of them live? They're responsible for her death since they brought back Katherine, so they all deserve to die." Finn hissed, yanking at Caroline's heart again as she fell unconscious, the Vampire barely alive at this point.
"Please Finn." Kotomi begged as she took a few steps forward. The toddlers ran down the stairs after hearing shouts coming from outside, their eyes widening at what they saw.
"Auntie Caroline!" Scarlet screamed as both toddlers ran forward, only to be stopped by both Ashley and Isobel.
"Listen to me Finn." Kotomi said in a steady voice, slowly walking over to the Original.
"I said don't come closer." Finn growled, though he didn't make any other actions as Kotomi continued to walk towards him.
"Kol is right about us being on the same side. We already agreed that we're going to kill Katherine, so we can all work together and find her. Let us help you find her." Kotomi spoke softly, placing a hand on Finn's arm. The two stared at each other for a few long moments, Finn's rage dying down as he placed Caroline's heart back where it was supposed to be and let her unconscious body fall to the ground, where her skin went back to normal and gasped for air as her eyes snapped open. Kol studied both Finn's and Kotomi's auras, seeing that the darkness in Finn's was transferring into Kotomi's.
"Damn it Kotomi." Kol growled, though he didn't move since he knew this was the only way Caroline was going to get out of this situation alive.
"Fine... we'll work together." Finn finally responded, the darkness in his aura completely gone as he used his speed to disappear. Kol was at Kotomi's side like a bullet as the rest of the group surrounded them, Damon finally letting go of Diana as Lexi helped Caroline to her feet.
"Are you okay?" Stefan asked Caroline as she nodded, though her shirt was stained with her own blood. Eyes fell on Kotomi then, who looked down towards the ground with an emotionless expression on her face, darkness swirling around in her aura.
"Kotomi..." Kol whispered as he stood in front of the Vampire and tilted her chin up to lock eyes with her, only to see emptiness in them. She suddenly pushed Kol into the tree from the sudden rage and took off into the woods, the Original falling to the ground and cursing. "Damon, Aiden, I'm gonna need your help." Kol said, standing up and following Kotomi. Damon nodded, running after the Original as Caroline took a deep breath.
"Should we follow?" The blonde asked.
"You aren't going anywhere." Isobel argued as she pointed to the house. "What happened to your body scared the hell out of us. Go inside and rest. Aiden, Kol and Damon will bring back Kotomi." Caroline nodded, walking inside with the group following after muttering why she always seemed to be the target.
Kol and Damon ran side by side through the woods which would be completely dark within the next few minutes, the two Vampires catching up with Kotomi. Kol wrapped his arms around the younger Vampire's waist and pulled her against his body as he stopped running, Kotomi struggling against his grip but he was able to restrain her.
"Let me go!" Kotomi growled in pure rage, experiencing the rage Finn had as her eyes turned a blood red.
"You need to calm your little butt down!" Damon said as he stood in front of Kotomi, taking her wrists into his hands and pinned them to her sides while Kol continued to press her up against his body.
"I can't even compel her to calm down because of the Vervain." Kol growled as Kotomi kicked Damon hard in the leg, bringing the Vampire to curse in pain as he took a step back.
"I've never seen her like this before." Damon said in concern as Kol suddenly used his speed to pin Kotomi against a tree, pressing his body into hers so she couldn't move.
"She took the darkness from an Original Vampire, so that emotion will heighten about ten times more than normal." Kol explained.
"How can we help her then?" Damon asked in concern, fear washing over his features.
"There's only one way I can think of right now." Kol responded as he glanced over to Damon, then back to Kotomi. "Sorry love." Kol suddenly elbowed Kotomi right in the left temple, the blow causing her to fall unconscious immediately.
"How the hell was that supposed to help her?" Damon hissed as Kol caught Kotomi's unconscious body and cradled her into his arms.
"Well she stopped, didn't she?" Kol said, receiving a glare from Damon. The young Original ignored it however, looking down at Kotomi. "There was something wrong with her before... like she had a headache or something."
"Vampires don't get headaches though." Damon said as the glare slowly left his features and was replaced by concern.
"Exactly, which is why I think something is wrong." Kol responded without looking up at Damon. Worry clearly clouded Kol's eyes as he looked down at Kotomi, and Damon instantly noticed the look Kol was giving the younger Vampire. He knew that look far too well, because that was the look someone in love would look at the other person they were in love with. "We have to figure out what's wrong with Kotomi and help her..."
Paired with Grsspkmnmaster
Kei Ochima
View Public Profile
Send a private message to Kei Ochima
Find all posts by Kei Ochima


text:
Adding Color to Bash List Command
- By devnet
- 5 June, 2009
- 7 Comments
One of the things I love is being able to enter into a directory via terminal, list the contents, and quickly see which ones are executable or not and which ones are directories or are not directories IN COLOR (not everyone is perfect right?). This is specifically handy as I move through working with Slackware based distributions like the one I'm using now, Zenwalk Linux 6 and the /etc/rc.d/ directory. Most of the Red Hat based distributions out there that … Continue Reading →
Laptop Multimedia Keys and PCLinuxOS 2009
- By devnet
- 17 March, 2009
- Comments Off
I installed PCLinuxOS 2009 recently on a Dell D630 Latitude and was disappointed to see that I couldn't get the hardware volume (up/down/mute) buttons didn't work out of the box. I thought a bit about kmilo, a program that was previously used for laptop buttons (thinkpad buttons though) and I searched around a bit inside the KDE Control Center for keyboard shortcuts to see if I could assign the keys manually. However, I couldn't find any volume setting inside this … Continue Reading →
Force Firefox to Remember Initial Window Setting in KDE
I have a laptop with the resolution of 1440×900…so when I installed the latest TR6 from PCLinuxOS, I was dismayed to find out that when launching Firefox, it opened up in a window that was 1024 pixels. Of course, I maximized this and then closed it thinking that Firefox would remember my settings. The problem is…it didn't remember my settings. When I opened Firefox up again, it popped up to say hello once again at 1024 pixels. Sure, you can … Continue Reading →
Install the Latest Kernel in PCLinuxOS
- By devnet
- 17 December, 2008
- Comments Off
Do you run PCLinuxOS 2007 or Minime 2008 and would you like to take advantage of the latest kernel for PCLinuxOS? You can do this by enabling the 'testing' portion of the repository. Read about Repository Control in PCLinuxOS You'll be looking for the 'sections' blank when viewing repository details and you'll just need to add 'testing' to the end of the line (don't replace the entires there already). Once that is done, click the reload button in Synaptic and … Continue Reading →
Find Files & Directories Not Visible to Others for Webserver
I wanted a quick way to be able to find out what files weren't visible to others (and therefore, not visible to website visitors). Messing with arguments and the file command, you can do the following: find -type f ! -perm -444 This locates all files not visible to 'others' in the current directory. You can apply this to directories as well: find -type d ! -perm -111 Hope this helps people like it helped me. Tweet
Read & Display Single Line of a File
- By devnet
- 18 November, 2008
- 8 Comments
Sometimes when I'm troubleshooting a PHP error and a function is called in the debugger that gives me a line number of a file to look at, I want to know what that line says without opening up the file. Using the command line, you can accomplish this in the following way: head -n 96 filename.php | tail -n 1 This allows you to quickly display the 96th line of filename.php. Hope this helps someone like it has me. Tweet


text:
TBL Tourney-Round 2: VS MX"Martha Xeina
" Shiro said to himself as he walked down the hallway to the assigned battleground. "My next opponent
and it just HAS to be a girl
"He wondered how many times he'd said that, and with his attention on keeping his prosthesis hidden underneath the jacket, he was unaware of his next opponent walking in the opposite direction as him, and collided with her. Regaining his balance a moment after they collided, he looked the person he had just bumped into up and down, taking in the purple and black clothing, and more importantly, the purple hair. Holy sh*t! he thought as he jumped back into his fighting stance, right arm raised at eye level and left arm across his chest."So you're my next opponent?" the girl said. "Well then, let's have a good fight shall we?"There was nobody in the corridor at first, but slowly, as the tension built up between the two fighters, other people started coming in to watch. Some stood outside, watching through the window, wh