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Ice cream is only good when its warm outside right? Not at all, I am one of those people who loves ice cream all year round. I was making this because it was sunny and warm but of course this being Britain as soon as it was finished the heavens opened and it turned cold again. This recipe is perfect for those people who dont have an ice cream machine as Semifreddo is an italian dessert very similar to ice cream but which doesnt need churning, yet still has a smooth texture. In other news I am moving into a new flat soon and need to hear all your tips on making the most of a small kitchen?
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Coconut Semifreddo
500ml double cream
50g toasted dessicated coconut (unsweetened)
1 tsp vanilla bean paste
150g golden caster sugar
4 yolks
1 egg
Place the double cream and toasted coconut in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil then cover the pan, remove from the heat and allow the cream to steep for an hour. Strain the cream through a fine sieve and discard all except a large spoonful of the coconut
Place the egg, yolks, sugar and vanilla in a bowl set over a pan of simmering water and whisk until the sugar has dissolved, to test rub the egg between the fingers it should feel smooth without any sugar grains.
Remove the bowl from the heat and continue to whisk until the egg mixture is pale and thickened forming a ribbon when the whisk is removed from the bowl, this is best done with an electric mixer.
In a separate bowl whisk the double cream until soft peaks are formed, then lightly fold this into the egg mixture, a third at a time. Lightly mix in the retained. At this point you can pour this semifreddo mixture into a choice of moulds such as a clingfilm lined loaf tin (the clingfilm means it can be removed easily and then cut into slices) or for simplicity pour in a sealable container and freeze until firm then simply scoop to serve.

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FORT EDWARD A 36-year-old woman who drove her SUV off a northern New York road and ran into a woman mowing her lawn has been convicted of criminally negligent homicide.
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The accident happened on Aug. 27, 2011 in the Washington County town of Kingsbury, near the Vermont border 50 miles north of Albany.
Olsen faces a sentence of from 1 1/3 to 4 years in prison.
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brace yourself liam
Author Notes
Squibbly12.19.2011, 1:53 AM
Couldn't agree more! Who knew Milo was serious when he said how great of an actor he was? Hahahaha
TobiAnderson12.19.2011, 1:53 AM
That's what I said lol
Doomy12.19.2011, 1:56 AM
Oh, let's hope he's acting and he didn't completey FORGET. ouo;
Squibbly12.19.2011, 2:33 AM
Hahaha glad to find some shared opinions! What I'm kinda scared of is that Liam might try and confront him in front of other people (like in the hallway) because that would be embarrassing to read, hahaha XD Or just sad, I mean, because conflict between a couple is always upsetting :C
Doomy12.19.2011, 1:54 AM
Either Milo got way too wasted to remember.
Or he's giving his own version of 'SLAP TO THE FACE' to Liam.
Still, I thought it was adorable how pouty/disappointed/angry Liam seems in that last panel. xD;;
Emeralddragon12.20.2011, 11:08 PM
I know, right? Liam's so cute...
But I don't think Milo was wasted. I mean, unless my sense of the timeline is seriously screwed up, the extras would have taken place inbetween this and the make-out session, right? So unless Milo was flirting with Liam when he was all "Sunshine~" and was unaware that Liam would be flirting back...Which just occurred to me now and would make me cry TT.TT
Owen W12.21.2011, 1:51 AM
No, no, Milo wasn't wasted - he only had one drink! :)
Guest12.19.2011, 1:55 AM
Uhh oh... Liam doesn't seem to be too happy about Milo's acting...
TobiAnderson12.19.2011, 1:56 AM
... Something tells me Milo will have no PDA WHAT-SO-EVER... until that final bell rings and he glomps Liam from behind and asks if he did ok.
Ok, I hope that. He was showing some love in that phone call.
It would wicked suck if Milo was too drunk to remember their make-out session... major sad face :(
Oh man... What if he goes to Noel for some advice?
Leloar12.19.2011, 2:07 AM
Aww true D:
I loved his inner monologue in the first two panels though
TobiAnderson12.19.2011, 2:31 AM
His inner thoughts in that last panel: "... WHERE'S MY LOVE? ... oh, wait... damn."
Drae12.19.2011, 2:06 AM
XDDDDDDD Now Liam begins realizing that Milo not showering him with affection is actually *more* suspicious.
And not all that pleasant, either.
Headphone_Silence12.19.2011, 2:31 AM
Oh gosh. If Liam has any classes with Milo, I can just imagine that Liam would keep looking at Milo, seeing if anything's wrong with him or if he'd look back.
And he'd get all concerned and ask him what's wrong during Lunch and Milo would be all, "Nothing." and walk off leaving Liam confused and hurt and then after school Milo pounces on him when no one's looking.
And Liam going, "What is wrong with you! You avoid me all day!" and Milo looking serious and says, "You told me no PDA so that's what I did. No PDA." and Liam going, "...Oh yea." and they have a cute moment or something.
Sorry that this comment is long! ;A;
This comic just gives me so many feelings and Liam's face in the last panel is just...GAAAHH! <3
TappyNappy12.19.2011, 2:55 AM
Haha, I keep thoughts about the further pages to myself or else the authors will run out of ideas with what they can surprise us xDDD Tho the staring thing would be kinda cute... :3
Owen W12.19.2011, 8:34 AM
Well, we don't run out of ideas - the whole chapter is planned out in advance. But the speculation on what's to come does get a little nervewracking sometimes, haha! ♥
Sabbra12.19.2011, 3:11 AM
you wanted it to be discreet don't you Liam? (you have what you asked... :S)
but still...ouch :(
Lencen12.19.2011, 3:11 AM
EXCELLENT acting!
...and your eye is all better too ^_^
yokogreyword12.19.2011, 8:44 PM
I THOUGHT Milo looked different! But maybe it was just because I hadn't seen him in a week. Nope, it's his eye's healed up finally. Been a long time since we've seen him like that.
Crube12.19.2011, 3:20 AM
I'm with the others: ouch! I didn't expect Milo to actually tone it down that much! I am also happy to see that Liam's hair was spared by the trimming suggestion from his father.
MilkChan12.19.2011, 4:12 AM
I lol'd...hard.
Well, as hard as I can being sick without hurting my throat D:
Calvin12.19.2011, 4:48 AM
Liam's "Oh shi-" face in the last panel...
Damn you Milo, I think you're taking your promise just a bit too seriously... <_<
Zephra8512.19.2011, 6:39 AM
Well Liam, you got exactly what you asked from Milo.
Sucks, don't it? :P
R.D. Nightroad12.19.2011, 2:26 PM
yeah, but i think he's so use to milo being milo, that he's shocked by him acting so calm like this, even-thou liam asked him to do it. but i know liam must feel very odd by milo's acting.
timeaesnyx12.19.2011, 7:04 AM
:lol yafiygi liam :p
yokogreyword12.19.2011, 7:10 AM
I love the panels of Liam getting dressed!
Something tells me Milo would like those panels too. ;) His adorably disheveled hair! <3
b3nc012.19.2011, 11:55 AM
But Liam, my dear, Milo a your papa are right: you're way too skinny. Grab a Poptart®, will you…
Basil12.19.2011, 6:49 PM
Product placement, much?
Besides, SNICKERS(c) is so much better! (ding)
b3nc012.20.2011, 9:53 AM
I DO agree with you I just have one, snickers, in my hand now but never tasted the other, Poptart.
& if it never crossed the ocean to Belgium, why it can't be that good...
Rayna12.19.2011, 8:21 AM
Well......that currently is toned down....
But maybe it is toned down a little too much? o.O
duskpixie12.19.2011, 8:28 AM
The phrase "Be careful what you wish for" comes to mind here. Liam looks so miffed in that last panel. (♥_♥)
Bookworm2460112.19.2011, 8:47 AM
This really has nothing to do with the comic but...HOW DID YOU DO THE EMOTICON WITH THE HEART-EYES?!?!?!?!?
b3nc012.19.2011, 12:14 PM
strike (
strike simultaneously alt & 3 with num pad locked
strike simultaneously shift & -
strike simultaneously alt & 3
strike )
b3nc012.19.2011, 12:30 PM
Sorry, but reading my comment again it seemed so patronizing oTL
The lol was totally lost!
So here's an helping page with a lot of ALT codes to spice your emoticons http://www.alt-codes.net/
Bookworm2460112.19.2011, 3:11 PM
THAAAANNNKKK YOOOOUUUU!!!!!!! :glomps:
Bookworm2460112.19.2011, 3:10 PM
Thanks, oh patronizing one... -_-''
But seriously, thanks a lot for it!!! ^U^
Nikolas12.19.2011, 8:30 AM
Inside Liam's Head: *that son ofa b!tc#*how dare he toy with my emotions!*
cant wait for whats next<3
Madidi12.19.2011, 10:11 AM
Omiguuush.. Why do I have a feeling that I haven't seen these guys in ages..? I mean.. Owen's version of Liam was like a chibi.. ^^ riiightoo..? Soo.. I kinda haven't seen them in a while.. But still.. Jeez.. They both look more adorable than ever!! Milo is just so handsome and, and, and Liam is such a cutie.. ♥_,♥ Suz keep up the wonderful, inspirational artwork! <333 Thanks guys I luuurve yooou for bringing TOY into my life! <333
Justin J12.19.2011, 11:25 AM
Well you can't have your cake and eat it too apparently.
b3nc012.19.2011, 11:44 AM
Why Liam, it seems you didn't brace yourself for the right display, or lack of, that is ¬_¬
& Milo, you might want to turn your head & give a slight wink or nod or winning smile ;°D
TheComment12.19.2011, 4:46 PM
And then Liam pulls him in the closet for makeout time.
Drae12.19.2011, 5:18 PM
Seems legit.
("Now my son is playing hide and seek in janitor closets instead of getting to his classes on time.")
Werew12.20.2011, 6:54 PM
Oh, that's a good one! I can totally hear him saying that...
KittyLitter9.4.2012, 1:11 PM
@Drae: I nearly snorted lemonade all over my screen. Thanks. XD
Oh... Ouchie. That was sort of painful.
Is the reason why Liam's least favorite person is his therapist is because the Doctor looks like his dad?
Milo, you're doing it wrong. XD I think he meant no smooching, you can probably act how you NORMALLY do at least..
malamute.pup12.19.2011, 11:42 PM
I just discovered and read this comic from the beginning. It's so funny and sweet. The dialogues make me chuckle, and the art is sweet and blue (I love blue and this fits the story somehow like a sort of sepia tone). I only like really good love stories, so thanks!
Acerbus Equinomin12.20.2011, 1:31 AM
Oh~! Suspense...and a curious (and attention-grabbing) way to start the next chapter...
Can't wait for what is to come...
Also, out of curiosity, and no offense to Suzana, because I love and respect your art, but will we get to see Owen's drawings again? (wondering)
Ah! My Winter already has lovely prospects with the opening of this new chapter...^_^
Owen W12.20.2011, 1:58 PM
Oh, gosh! The goal is to do a week of mini-comics between each chapter, so I suppose I'm roped into it for quite some time to come, haha! I much prefer writing - though I'm terribly flattered that you ask this! ♥
Acerbus Equinomin12.22.2011, 11:49 PM
You're very welcome. ^_^
I (and I'm sure many others) love your art too, so I'm
delighted about the mini-comics between chapters news.
Here's to a wonderful chapter!
And Merry Christmas!
PockyPuck12.20.2011, 1:43 AM
XD Whoops. Be careful what you wish for, Liam. And don't doubt Milo's acting ability!
This is gonna be hilarious. ^_^
2Plantains12.20.2011, 2:01 AM
Milo likes to leave the front of his vest nakedly exposed because he is a REBEL.
Whereas Liam likes to wear it up around his armpits when no one is looking and go "Raaaawr, I'm a headless vest monster!" because he is CRAZY.
Both are endearing in their own way, really.
Miharu12.20.2011, 2:08 AM
I kind of feel bad for Liam. It's what he asked for...but a little more so.
I wonder what Milo is secretly thinking.
Guest12.20.2011, 11:42 AM
Well, Liam is certainty getting what he asked for. If anything, Milo is probably doing everything in his power not to screw up.
Tavania12.20.2011, 7:41 PM
This series updates on Mondays with a new strip, correct? Do you update only on Mondays (excluding the between-chapter strips)?
Suzana12.20.2011, 9:12 PM
Nope, we update on both Mondays and Thursdays. :)
Bayou12.20.2011, 11:31 PM
Hey, I just found your webcomic, and I love it! Hahaha... Liam is such a 'tsundere' and he and Milo are so cute together.
Milo sure does restraining himself here, isn't he? About the discreet thing? But Liam seems to misunderstand it. XD
And I, uh, made a fanart for you guys and posted it in my blog, if you don't mind. Feel free to check it out if you want to. Here's the link http://lost-in-dreamworld.blogspot.com/2011/12/fanart-tripping-over-you.html
Nice work, guys! Can't wait for the updates! Love you!
Owen W12.21.2011, 1:56 AM
Oh my gosh. Oh my gosh! Thank you! I can't even put into words how cool this is! Thank you so, so much! Both for the pic and for your kind words! Would it be alright if we displayed it once I got around to making a fanart page on the site? ♥
Bayou12.21.2011, 5:24 AM
You're very welcome! I'm glad you like it. And yeah, sure, feel free to put it in the site if you want to. I'll be very honored. ^^
Tandlerov1.16.2012, 7:17 PM
Totally had something like this happen to me once. Except that I was trying to be civil to someone I'd been rejected by (who I had to see in a couple of classes). I was pretty ticked off when he wouldn't acknowledge my existence, but also really confused. Poor Liam. At least Milo's just trying to be discrete.
Guest5.13.2012, 11:02 AM
If you read this page backwards it looks as though Liam is nervously undressing...
KittyLitter9.18.2012, 10:42 AM
Oh my god his body in panel two is so delicious.


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I have not been playing much polo for the past 3 months. I made up a bunch of excuses as to why I was going to be taking a break. Excuses. Tell me the last time an excuse was the whole truth… Quite simply my life was getting out of balance, and setting polo aside for a season was one of the more easy steps toward restoring balance. I let life trump polo. You say life IS polo. I say it is not. Read more
Tag Archive for Lancaster City Bike Polo
I Can't Quit You
5 Things I learned from Polo Last Night: Special Guest Edition
Last night, Lancaster City Bike Polo was happy to have two super special friendly happytime visitors from Lexington Bike Polo:
Yes, they were just that scary.
Anyway, when Andy and Jessie (Jessy? Jessica? Jess?) weren't looking philosophically into the lights or fist pumping, they were showing LCBP what's what when it comes to polo – and being a damned pleasure to have around whilst they did it.
So I thought I'd add what these two Lextonians taught me along with my other (ALWAYS VALUABLE) observations. Read more
Frosty Feet Bike Polo Vid
An unedited game from this Sunday. Look out for gem comments from the camera man.
How the World Final Looked to Mike Ditka
The lovely folks over at Gotta Be Gritty have posted a series of visuals explaining how certain successful plays went down at the World Final Bike Polo championship extraordinaire. I highly recommend you stop by those posts and check out the goodness:
What do you Polodoobers think of those plays? Want me to sketch them all out and do the coach jog in between every game to explain what we did right?
More Polo Pictures than You can Shake a Mallet at.
Mountain Vs Urban: Bike Polo Builds Cage Match and Other Exciting Words.
Made with real lightning, you know.
Anyway, I recently had the good fortune of switching from the lovely Dirty Maggy May:
To this lovely little number I have yet to name:
I could go into an explanation of the wheel cover there, but why start now?
Anywhoo, having ridden both around now, I think I can come up with a fair list of the differences I've seen thus far.
I feel that I must, however, give the obligatory statement that comes with any claim make:
The bike doesn't make the player – choose the bike that best suites your style of play and comfort. If you base a decision only on the opinions expressed in this post, you're probably just crying out for help. Don't worry buddy, we all like you just the way you are.
5 Things I Learned From Polo Last Night (Two Days Late Edition)
I've made alot of changes in my polo game the past few weeks, namely a new bike, clipping in, and now I try not to psych out other players by cutting my chest in the middle of the court before matches.
well, 2 out of three isn't too shabby.
With those changes in mind, let's get on with it.
1. 700c > 26: Yeah, I said it.
Seriously though, I know it comes down to preference and all that, but I find that I am much more agile, quick, and all around sporty spice when it comes to moving from a mountain bike to a 700c hipstercruiser. I'm not going to say it's made me a better player, but I've certainly noticed a difference in turning radius and pickup. My body position has changed too, which helped me understand why leaning forward a bit more is a great thing for polo. Read more
How to Score (in Polo – I Can't Help You Score Any Other Way).
Scoring in bike polo is probably one of the more frustrating elements to new players (and to more experienced players too, let's be honest with each other). I thought I'd give some very basic tips for those who don't want to look like a pisser.
Before I begin, I want to make something very clear: even the very best players in our humble sport miss a lot of shots – getting discouraged because you can't hit the broadside of an Amish Terrarium shouldn't factor into your attitude. Just keep swimming, Nemo.
So here is our willing subject, Horse. He's sitting in the goal as if three doods where pushing their way up to him like 3 of the 4 horsemen of the apocalypse (the 4th is talking to his mom about dinner arrangements).
We all are familiar with the big wheels and mallet. They do take a huge amount of the goal out of play. We can also see, however, a few openings:
- Just behind the back wheel
- The great big open space in the middlebits
- Just before the front wheel Read more
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Enjoy yesterday's bike polo shennanigans, TODAY!
Bike Polo Facemask: Evolution of the Game, or Some Sissy Cop-out?
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Lancaster City Bike Polo (and its total slacker, we-didn't-even-have-electricity-before-Irene sister club First Capital Bike Polo) is a helmet heavy group. Thank God. When I started playing we were not, but after a few really horrible crashes we saw the starry, blurry light and got our lids on.
All and all, I'd say we're the better for it.
But none of us – not a single one – has facemasks on those noble helms. Read more


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Freddy Garcia v BAL (7/30) & v SEA (8/5) – He can still get Ks (7.38 per 9) and has a great team around him so he'll win more than his fair share. Seattle can't hit so of the two starts this week one is great. If you're interested in protecting your ratios you may want to sit this one out but if you need counting stats Garcia looks good for 12-team and deeper formats.
Cole De Vries v CHW (7/30) & @ BOS (8/4) – Ever heard of this guy? Me neither. A 12 to 1 K/BB rate over his past three starts is interesting. He mixes four pitches and in typical Twins fashion has displayed great control over the past two seasons in the minors. I'd like to see more groundballs or a fastball in the 90s. A reasonable option in 15-team or deeper formats if you're looking to roll the dice a bit.
A.J. Griffin v TB (7/30) & v TOR (8/4) – I don't love these starts but dude is on a roll. He doesn't possess any knockout skills but has a nice 3+ K/BB rate. Although FIP and xFIP say he's in over his head I think you can ride the streak in 15-team or deeper formats.
Jeremy Hefner @ SF (7/30) & @ SD (8/4) – Hef isn't any good but this is a nice road schedule. Real nice. His Ks are a bit low but he's not allergic to them entirely. Maybe in 15-team leagues and absolutely start in NL-only.
Jeff Francis v STL (7/31) & v SF (8/5) – It is hard to believe, but he's been reasonably good lately. He'll only go 5 innings but his control has been solid. I don't like the fact that both starts are in Coors but the Cards and Giants aren't world beaters. Start in NL-only leagues, maybe 15-teamers.
Matt Harvey @ SF (7/31) & @ SD (8/5) – 11 Ks in his first start and two sweet matchups this week make it hard to keep him out of your lineup. His control isn't the best so expect some bumps in the road. Start this week in all formats.
Jeff Karstens @ CHC (8/1) – Karstens has been great this season (OK, Jeff Karstens 'great' not Randy Johnson on steroids 'great') and the Cubbies are a yummy matchup. Start in 12-team or deeper formats and worth consideration even in 10-team leagues.
Blake Beavan v TOR (8/1) – 14 to 1 K/BB rate in his last 3 starts and we love guys in Seattle. You'd like a better matchup but Joey Bats is still out. Beavan has the skill set to produce a solid WHIP which comes at the expense of ERA and Ks. He's a decent start in 15-team or deeper formats and gold in AL-only leagues.
Joe Blanton v AZ (8/3) – Blanton always screws me. That said, his 7.69 K per 9 against a 6.35 K/BB rate make me wish I never cut him. See what I mean. That's a skill set that is starting to look, dare I say, elite. The Diamondbacks lose some steam on the road. This may be a start everywhere deal.
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|Thu, 09-20-2012 - 8:46am
It's a question we all face – what's a reasonable tip for your waiter? After all, the last thing you want is to get on the bad side of the person who handles your food.
According to the New York Post, tips may be adding a bigger chunk to your bill. Waiters in Manhattan now want a 25 percent tip, and some New York City restaurants that print "suggested gratuities" even present 30 percent as an option, the paper reports.
It's not just wishful thinking – waiters are starting to get it. A study by Cornell University consumer behavior professor Michael Lynn, who examined 9,000 credit card receipts from a Poughkeepsie, N.Y. restaurant, found that more than a third of diners left tips greater than 20 percent.
Is 25% the new standard for tipping? Depends where you eat- http://bites.today.com/_news/2012/09/19/13967515-is-25-the-new-standard-for-tipping-depends-where-you-eat#comments
Wow! 25% seems a bit high! How much do you generally tip your waiter/waitress?
|Thu, 09-20-2012 - 11:43am
|Thu, 09-20-2012 - 12:04pm
I tip based on service. If service is just adequate, I give 15%. If it is good, 20%. If it is great, 25% or more.
Please be aware that most servers make just over $2.00 an hour. It is far cheaper for everyone to leave a tip than if the restaurant had to start charging prices to include paying servers higher.
|Thu, 09-20-2012 - 12:54pm
I usually tip 20% but if the service is extremely good or we're a large group with a lot of special requests, I up it to 25-30%. Most of the servers in this area get way below minimum wage; yes, if it's a busy night, they can still make a decent amount. But on those really slow nights, it can be rough.
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|Thu, 09-20-2012 - 4:47pm
It depends on the service, the amount of the bill, and how much of a mess my kids make. I generally try to leave at least two to three dollars, and we don't dine anywhere that expensive. Now, at at a nice resteraunt, I'd probably tip higher, but 25% still seems pretty steep to me!
|Thu, 09-20-2012 - 5:06pm
We tend to tip very well.
In our early "poor" marriage years we did not have the finances to tip well, eating out was a rarity for the most part when we were traveling (often moving from one base to another) so we were a bit tight with our tips.
Now sometimes I think we go a bit to the other extreme. Three reasons, we can afford it, a bit of payback for the past and having kids who have depended on tips for part of their salary.
|Thu, 09-20-2012 - 11:03pm
I would rather see the waitstaff's salaries raised and forget all about tipping. I hate it. I am a 20% tipper. If there was an additional 20% attached to every bill and they used it to properly pay the waitstaff, I'd be very happy.
I hate it even more in places where you have to put the money in the person's hand. I know it's my own hang up, but I was raised where money was very personal and everyone deserves to have their privacy respected. I have been told by people who work in the service industry that they don't feel that way, but I am uncomfortable having money given to me and therefore, I feel, somehow, like there is a servant/master situation being set up when I give the tip.
Does anyone else feel this way? I tend to overtip to compensate for my discomfort.
ETA: I looked up tipping by culture on Wikitravel. I wonder if I inherited my weird attitude from my Irish family. According to Wikitravel:
Historically, offering a tip may have been seen as an insult; it is implying the receiver may be bought or bribed, and that the person doing the tipping is "better than you". This is the origin of the custom of offering to buy the barman/barmaid a drink in a pub. You would not tip a friend or work colleague, that would be an insult, but it is normal to buy them a drink. These attitudes have now largely given way.
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I read somewhere that the servers go home with cash tips that evening but anythng put on a card is done either weekly or sometimes even monthly so I always try to make sure that I always have cash on hand my for the tip.
DD1 worked in a coffee shop her last three years of college and a couple of years after college. They had a tip jar to share. It was divided based on the % of hours worked. They got their paychecks every other Friday, the Friday in between they got their tip money. She liked that, getting paid every week.


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Thomas Holt And The Devil
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Thong Lane Big Cat, Gravesend
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Thorpe Park (2011)
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Thurston Clough Romans
Thurston Clough is a hamlet near Scouthead, roughly 1.5 miles from the village of Dobcross, Saddleworth and Janette Quinlan in Mystical Oldham (2010) refers to a letter received by the Oldham Evening Chronicle in 1973 concerning Roman soldiers haunting Thurston Clough. Read More »
Tissington Well Dressing
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Todmordon UFO Abduction (1980)
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Top 10 Haunted Castles UK and Ireland
There are hundreds of stunning castles all over the UK and Ireland – many of which are haunted by numerous ghosts and spirits. Take a ride with us as we explore ten of the UK and Ireland's most haunted castles.
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The Tower of London
The first structure on the site was a motte-and-bailey castle, which was started not long after William the Conqueror became king in 1066, the castle was built on the old Roman walls, which once formed the corner of Londinium. The first stone building on the site was the White Tower, which was commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1078 and completed in 1097. Read More »
Town Hall, Henley on Thames
It has been suggested that the ghost of Mary Blandy was witnessed by a number of people at a re-enactment of her trial at the Henley Town Hall sometime prior to 1969. Her actual trial took place on 3 March 1752 at the Oxford Assizes held in the hall of the Divinity School. Read More »
Towneley Hall, Burnley
Although the Towneley family lived here since the 13th century, the present Grade I listed Towneley Hall dates from the 14th and 16th century. No longer a stately home, Towneley Hall houses Burnley's Art Gallery & Museum and perhaps a few ghosts. Read More »
Trethevy Quoit or King Arthur's Quoit
Trevethy Quoit, also known as King Arthur's Quoit, is one of the more impressive burial chambers in Cornwall. Standing at over 15 feet 4.6 Metres. This cromlech dates from the Bronze Age period. The capstone is pierced by a hole, the purpose of which is unknown. Read More »
Trinity College, Cambridge University
In a History of the Supernatural (1863), William Howitt mentions a haunting associated with Trinity College, Cambridge. He had obtained the information from the poet William Wordsworth (7 April 1770 – 23 April 1850), who in turn had been informed of it by his youngest brother, Christopher Wordsworth (9 June 1774 – 2 February 1846), The Master of Trinity. Read More »
Troller's Gill, Appletreewick
The caves of this deep limestone ravine are the haunt of trolls and sprites. The Gill is also associated with a black dog legend. Read More »
In a field on the outskirts of the town, chain rattling spectres have been heard on the site of the town's gibbet. Gibbets were often places associated with hauntings in the past, especially black dogs, which were seen as the spirits of the hanged. Read More »
Tudor House, 5 Castle Street, Thetford
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On Sunday 19th June 1966 a retired couple from Canada captured an extraordinary image on camera whilst visiting the Queens House in Greenwich. They took what is arguably the best known apparent photograph of a ghost. But this photograph is not the only piece of evidence that suggests The Queens House is haunted. Read More »
Tunstead Farm
Tunstead farm has a skull named Dickie that had its height of fame during the 19th century. The name seems strange in that legend suggests the skull is actually that of a woman, who was murdered within the house. Before she died she managed to blurt out that it was her wish for her remains to stay within the house forever. Read More »
Turton Tower
Now owned by Blackburn and Darwen Council, the reputedly haunted 15th century Turton Tower is open to the public and hosts a number of events organised by the Friends of Turton Tower. Read More »
Twelve Apostles Standing Stones
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Two Haunted Counties - A Ghost Hunter's Companion to Bedfordshire & Hertfordshire by Tony Broughall & Paul Adams
As it says on the back cover of the book, a twelfth century Gilbertine priory, a Chrysler car factory, a de-sanctified church and a Georgian period lavatory are just a few of the haunted localities from the case files of 1970s ghost buster Tony Broughall. Read More »
Tynedale Big Cat (2000)
The Hexham Courant published the following article by J Marley entitled 'Mystery of big cats' on Friday 3 March 2000.
THE descriptions all seem to match != black, the size of a labrador and with a long tail sweeping down to the ground != and over the past few years there have been dozens of reports from across the district of sightings of big cats. Read More »
Tyrone's Bed
A History of the County of Lancaster: Volume 5 (1911) explains that 'On the north side of Marland, by the Roch, is a wooded clough known as Tyrone's Bed, a story invented by Roby and William Nuttall (d. 1840) gaining currency that the Earl of Tyrone, outlawed by Elizabeth, took refuge there.' Below is the story of Hugh O'Neill (Hugh The Great O'Neill) (Born c. Read More »
Uckfield Black Cat (2013)
The Sussex Express published the following article entitled 'Big Cat sighted at Uckfield' on 31 May 2013. 'A group of members of staff from Uckfield Community Hospital, were working a night shift when they glanced towards the window as something had caught their eye. Read More »
Uffington White Horse and Dragon Hill
The White Horse of Uffington is one of the most impressive sites close to the ancient Ridgeway path, which traverses the steep chalk downs brooding over the Vale of the White Horse. Other sites include Dragon Hill, The Manger and Uffington Castle, which have been the subject of legend and folklore for over a thousand years. Read More »


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This considerable effort shows up in the smallest of details, such as shimmering chandeliers over the dining room table, a fully stocked liqueur cabinet, four-course gourmet meals, and hot showers made to order. The flicker of torches lights the dark pathways in the evenings and invite you to the Lodge's common areas for sundowners and fire-side chats. The size of the camp gives it an inherently cozy feel and strangers quickly become friends. Guests join one another around a brilliantly lit bonfire in the evenings for drinks, and then feast together by candlelight around a big timber dining table. The dining tent shares a roof with the lounge and sitting area, which is furnished by overstuffed couch cushions, coffee table, and a fully stocked liqueur cabinet.
Guests are escorted by arrow-wielding Maasai warriors back and forth from their tents to the common areas as needed. Lemala is definitely remote, being one of the only lodges serving as a base to game-drive this part of the Serengeti eco-system, and offers a feeling of authentic seclusion that simply cannot be duplicated. Lemala Serengeti's unique location, intimate size, and attention to detail make it one of our top picks for witnessing the Great Migration during the peak of the green season.
With Lemala Camp, it's ALL about location! And the governing
theme for the location of this camp is the opportunity to witness
the Great Migration in action. In fact, the location of this camp
changes to different sites throughout the year to literally "follow
the Migration" on its annual journey. During the heart of
the green season this venue is tucked in the corner of the Serengeti
Eco-system where the great plains meet the southern woodlands and
Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA).
The location of the camp offers guests a fantastic view of the spillway that extends from Lake Ndutu towards Kusini. The permanent salts and water of this spillway attract a menagerie of different animals, including herbivores looking for the nourishment of the minerals, with the large predators such as lions, leopards and cheetahs stalking in the grass close behind! Various animals are known to visit the camp almost daily. And when thick herds of wildebeest and zebra pour through Ndutu, well you just cannot beat these front row seats to the Great Migration!
The main Lodge Tent includes a comfy lounge with oversized couches,
liquor cabinet, dining tent and nearby fire-pit. Sleeping accommodations
at Lemala Camp consist of just ten intimate luxury tents under canvas.
The tents are arranged at ground level on wooden platforms with
stylish rugs. The tents can be arranged to accommodate single or
double beds, and there are two family style tents available with
1 queen and 2 single beds each. Each tent is elegantly appointed
with a quaint writing desk, storage trunks, a coffee station, and
two bedside tables complete with candle-lamps. At the back of each
safari tent is an enclosed en suite bathroom complete with a dressing
area, proper flushing toilet, vanity and sink with running water,
and a safari style shower that can be filled with up to 40 liters
of hot water upon request.
The tents are pleasantly spaced apart from one another to ensure relative privacy. You will be escorted by the camp staff to and from dinner each evening to assure your safety.
Food and Drink
Get ready for serious gourmet in the bush! Meals at Lemala Camp
are absolutely fantastic. Breakfast consists of a mixed buffet with
orders taken for eggs, omelets, bacon, toast, etc. The buffet consists
of yogurt, nuts, cereal, breads, fruit and juice. Alternatively,
breakfast boxes can be arranged for early morning game drives. Similarly
to breakfast, you have your choice of dining in the main tent for
lunch or enjoying a lunch box if you plan a full day adventure game
drive. The choice is yours – this is YOUR private safari,
after all!
Dinner is a wonderful event to look forward to at Lemala Camp, and it is one of the few places where everyone joins together for a family-style dinner at one long dinner table. Usually the mingling with other guests starts over sundowners around a roaring campfire while the camp staff arranges a feast for you in the main dining tent nearby. Once everything is prepared the staff comes out to the campfire to "collect" all the guests from the fireside and lounge areas and seats everyone around an elegant candle-lit table set with weighty silverware and crystal and draped in fine linen. Dinner consists of four delicious courses with the main course being a choice of either chicken, beef, lamb or pasta.
Most drinks including soft drinks, beer, wine and house wine are included in our safari packages at Lemala Camp.
Special Features
- private game drives into the most remote corners of the Serengeti National park
- Remote location in the Ndutu Woodlands near the Great Migration (Dec – March)
- picnic breakfasts and lunches available
- Bush dinner available if weather permits
- Nightly sundowners and campfire if weather permits
- Intimate and informal setting that features dining with other guests at dinner
- 24 hour solar electricity
- Battery charging available in the main tent only
- Laundry service (complimentary up to 3 items of laundry per person per day)
- Complimentary house beverages with dinner including soft drinks, beer and house wine (premium drinks are extra cost)
- Child policy – Minimum 6 Years Old
- En suite bathroom has dressing area, flush toilet, shower with 40 liters of water per person per day between 6.30-8pm
- No hairdryer or use of hairdryer due to limited solar power
- Bar and sundries cash only policy; no credit card facility available


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Denzel Washington And Pauletta Pearson Deny Divorce Rumors
No ladies, Denzel Washington is not single.
Despite the countless rumors flying around claiming that Denzel Washington and wife Pauletta Pearson have ended their 30-year-marriage – the pair is still together.
Earlier today several reports surfaced saying that a handful pictures of Denzel Washington kissing a mystery woman are being passed around to media outlets.
It has also been revealed that Denzel Washington was seen flirting with a blonde lady at a recent party in Hollywood.
Pauletta Pearson allegedly learned about the pics and flirtations and moved out of their home and went to New York to plan her next move.
The couple issued a statement saying that they are not divorcing and they are not separating.
This is not the first time Denzel Washington has been accused of cheating on his wife, in 2003 Sanaa Lathan was accused of having an affair with the Oscar winner while working on the movie "Out of Time".
Washington refused to comment on the allegation but Lathan was adamant that she never slept with the star.
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Archive for the 'Vegetables' Category
Courgette Salad/Salada de Corgetes
Courgettes are a relatively recent addition to the Portuguese pantry . This salad turns this rather bland vegetable into a flavourful dish with with the help of a bbq, good quality olive oil, garlic and parsley. This is a great salad to accompany grilled meat or fish and can be served hot or cold.
Aubergine Pâté/Patê de Beringela
This is a simple and delicious pâté which is handy to make while you're waiting for the bbq to get to the right temperature for grilling meat or fish. It's relatively low maintenance and is a great addition to the summer table as a dip for bread or raw vegetables. The recipe can also be made in a hot oven but make sure you pierce the aubergine skin with a fork so they won't burst.
Grilled Pepper Salad/Salada de Pimento
A pepper salad made out of chargrilled green peppers is the traditional accompaniment to grilled sardines in Portugal. This is a simple version with a potentially relevant trick – wrap the peppers in cling film for 5-10 minutes after grilling to make pealing easier.


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Recently news has come out that Sting has put the word out that he is considering a run in WWE to end his career. This could potentially, if pulled off, be one of the greatest moments in WWE as Sting has made it known he would like a match with Undertaker, which means a match at Wrestlemania is potentially on the cards. But does Sting really need to go to WWE to finish his career? I take a look at Stings achievements and consider if a run in WWE would benefit his legacy.
Sting began his wrestling career back in 1985 and went on to sign for NWA/WCW in 1987. He established himself as not only as a top performer, but as a multiple time champion and became one of WCW's biggest drawing performers with legendary feuds with The Four Horsemen, Vadar, Hulk Hogan, and most famously Ric Flair. When WWE purchased WCW Sting chose to move over to TNA in 2003 and has been with the promotion ever since.
There's no question that Sting has established himself as a first ballot hall of famer, even if he did not come to WWE I think somehow Vince McMahon would allow him to enter WWE's Hall of Fame. So what would coming to WWE really achieve for Sting? The man has been there and done it all when it comes to wrestling. Most people are of the opinion that you haven't made it until you've been to WWE, but I don't really think this always applies. Sting is a fine and rare example that you don't always need to go to WWE to make it in this industry and in his career this has not done him any harm.
The easiest answer is it achieves one of Stings dream matches, as well as a dream match for most things, in that if it was done at the right time you could see Sting face Undertaker at Wrestlemania. This was heavily rumoured back in 2011, even with the above image being spread rapidly around the internet. WWE began airing mysterious vignettes to added fuel to the fire, but those vignettes turned out to be for Undertaker in the end. Sting has acknowledged that if he could have a dream match with anyone his choice would be Undertaker. With fans screaming out for it, could Wrestlemania 30 be the stage for it to finally happen?
It also benefits Sting in that by signing with WWE he will finally shake the monkey off his back and it will mean the speculation that now comes out every year will end. Would Sting have anything to offer to WWE? Despite his advancing years I think Sting can still bring plenty to the table for WWE. He would be a huge draw as I have already stated, and he could prove to be huge in developing up and coming talent in the WWE ranks.
But does Sting really need to come to WWE? My personal opinion is actually no. Sting has achieved so much in an industry that sees WWE as the benchmark of success that it could even have a detrimental effect on his career. If the dream match of Sting versus Undertaker were to occur and it turned out to be a huge disappointment (I know this is unlikely) then people are going to get on the bashing bandwagon and claim Sting is past it. Sting has made a huge success of himself without help and he does not have to come to WWE to prove anything to anyone. In fact, it would be better for someone of his stature in the business to be unique and say they never set foot in WWE.
One of the biggest stumbling blocks I can foresee is this is potentially going to be another part time talent on WWE's books. Sting is going to probably command a large contract similar to that of someone like Brock Lesnar. Sting was close in the past to signing with WWE so clearly the money was available then, but how much is available now? With Rock seemingly not being around for the foreseeable future it does free up some cash so I expect it's not out of the question. Another thought is will Sting work strictly TV's and Pay Per Views only? I would like to see him work house shows too in the deal similar to how he does now in TNA but this is entirely up to what WWE and Sting want to agree.
Sting is no doubt a legend that will go down in wrestling history as one of the true greats. He will perhaps go down as it's biggest success story for the fact he established himself in the industry without working for Vince. If he does agree to join WWE then his legacy will still go down as one of the truly greats success stories, but it could also become a hindrance on his career if it all goes wrong.
What are your opinions on Sting and going to WWE? Does he really need to work for Vince or do you think this would be something his career could live without? As always, thanks for reading and I hope you enjoyed reading the article as much as I did writing it.


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Kreatopita is a meat pie that can be eaten as a main course with a salad or as a snack. It tastes great when it's cold and is perfect to take with you at work or at a picnic. To make the homemade butter phyllo which is similar to puff pastry, see instructions here but […]


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May 25 to Sep 7, 2013 Assiniboine Forest and FortWhyte Alive For more information, visit Savour Winnipeg.
"I liked the potential for being able to add to my culinary knowledge and using wild ingredients in my cooking and menus." – Chef Brent Prockert, All Seasons Catering
Go on a guided Fantastic Forest Forage that unearths the edible bounty available in your own back yard, and teaches you the basics of wild food gathering. On this unique excursion, you will learn more about local food, the producers, and artists who are currently defining Prairie Cuisine. Perfect for locavores and foodies! You will also receive a take-home handbook summarizing everything covered, including some favourite recipes.


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Film Reviews: Warmly engaging "Buck" is a portrait of the trainer whose remarkable way with equines provided a model for "The Horse Whisperer."
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JW's Gripsoft� Undercoat Rake is useful for loosening lightly matted parts of the coat and for lifting out dead hair from undercoat. Use on dogs with short or flat Coats. All of JW's grooming tools are specially designed to be ergonomically correct, using less pressure to manipulate the tool. With its non-slip soft grip, you always maintain total control in comfort.
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Shanghai Elan, which took over the space from the old Pittsburgh HK Café, has been a new hot spot for Shanghai Cuisine in Burnaby. As the words get out, the business seemed to be doing very well with people lining up all the time. Knowing it was going to be another busy night there, we made a reservation to avoid waiting in line. That was a smart move!
By the time we got there, there were at least 4 more group of people waiting for a table. We quickly decided what we're ordering so we wouldn't have to wait long for our dishes. For simplicity, we chose from one of their set menus and added a few more items.
|Cold Items Duo
Starting out with some cold dishes, the egg yolk with duck meat was quite interesting. The marinated duck meat covered the cooked egg yolk in the middle. It wasn't overly salty as a whole, not even if you only eat the eat yolk – I like it.
tewed Wheat Gluten
We haven't had this for a while and it was very well stewed and flavourful. The overall flavour was more toward the sweeter side but we were fine with it. The only downside was the oiliness.
|Jelly Pork
|Hot & Sour Soup w/ Chicken & Shrimp
|Deep Fried Prawns w/ Rice Wine
|Xiao Long Bao
|Pan Fried Bamboo Fungi & Bean Curd Skin w/ Veggie
|Shanghai Style Fish Filet w/ Fungus
|Braised Pork in Soy Sauce
|Fried Rice
|Mini Ball in Rice Wine Soup
It was a very fulfilling meal and we enjoyed almost all the dishes that we had. Compare to some other Shanghai cuisine restaurants, I found Shanghai Elan to be on the less salty side. Many of the dishes were rather sweet, which is one of the characteristics of Shanghai cuisine. And it seemed like they gradually started to build up their customer base. Aside from the tasty dishes, I guess the dishes are reasonable priced which also serve them as a big plus. Have a visit yourself and see how you like it.


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Every time the Feds mount another false-flag operation-sorry, every time another tragedy like the Boston Marathon Massacre hits, the corporate media solemnly assures us that mayhem and murder are "the price we pay to live in a free society." Balderdash. Mayhem and murder are the State's hallmarks; the freer a society is, the less of both there will be. Imagine America without her ruling socipaths: no wars overseas or at home; incredibly little poverty absent the Fed's inflation, professional licensing to create unemployment, and taxation; virtually no crime since the well-regulated militia would defend itself from all criminals, free-lance or official.
Meanwhile, the latest of the media's morons to blame Boston's horror on liberty rather than Leviathan is Tom "The Babbler" Brokaw. First, The Babbler calls the police-state currently tyrannizing Americans an "open society." If warrantless wiretapping, waterboarding and other torture, NDAA, gate-rape, secret No-Fly Lists, and the NSA are The Babbler's idea of "openness," well, spare me from what he considers tyranny (actually, we all know how he defines "tyranny": these same evils when practiced by other countries' politicians and bureaucrats on their hapless serfs — usually financed with Uncle Sam's "foreign aid"). Second, at best, the State apparently knew an attack was likely and did not prevent it, despite the overwhelming resources at its command; at worst, it actively participated in it.
No matter: The Babbler instructs us all to "accept" more gropings, harassment, and surveillance from these inept, malicious bozos. Is it me, or is the propaganda becoming more ham-fisted?12:10 pm on April 16, 2013 Email Becky Akers


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Workshops at Culture Shakti Dance Studio
In addition to being a selfless teacher, Krien is a mesmerizing dancer. Her voluptuous frame embodies the depth and soul of this ancient dance form. – Dance Magazine, June 2006
The Legendary Myra Krien
International Dance Artist
Sunday October 20th
American Tribal Style Belly Dance 12:00pm-2:00pm
A variety of ATS movements will be taught along with partnering and improvisational technique. Multileveled and multilayered, this workshop will take you through toes-to-nose anatomical technique to make your moves undeniably right and tight. Emphasis will be placed on graceful, powerful, lifted arms, arm paths and arm patterns specific to ATS with a few special extras. For desert, some of Myra's favorite and signature Flamenco inspired combos. (2hrs)
Belly Baile: Flamenco Fusion 2:30pm-5:30pm
Belly Baile is a unique and cutting-edge fusion form created by Myra Krien from the distinct dance forms of flamenco, tango, east Indian, tribal, oriental, jazz and hip-hop. Like the music we here today, it is ancient and modern, rich and exciting. One three-minute piece of choreography will be taught to the music of Ojos de Brujo.
Myra Krien is an accomplished dancer to say the least. She has appeared on the cover of several belly dance magazines! She is a master ATS Belly Dance Instructor! She has her own line of instructional DVD's, her own clothing line and she created the SEEDs program. You will not want to miss this amazing opportunity to be graced by the presence of this woman. Once Myra touches your soul, you will be changed for life. We are so grateful to bring her to Seattle!
Katrina Ji (Artistic Director / Owner of Skin Deep Dance Studio) had the opportunity to spend a week with Myra during the SEEDs Teacher Certification Program. Myra is now one of Katrina's dearest mentors.
About Myra Krien
Tribal-X DVD Series
SEEDs (Self Esteem, Empowerment & Education through Dance)
SEEDs Teacher Certification Program
Persephone Clothing Line by Myra Krien
*Early bird rate, by September 15th
$35 each, $60 for both
After: $45 each, $80 for both
Within a few minutes of meeting Myra, you know you are in the presence of a different kind of poet, a body poet, a woman who teaches you how to enter the world in every way, using your mind, certainly, but also your heart, your soul, your rhythm. – Bliss Magazine, Winter 2005
Katrina Ji is available to teach or host a workshop in your town or at our studio!
Please contact us for more info: 206-322-9500 or email