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This is part of Nation's Restaurant News' annual Second 100 report, a proprietary census ranking restaurant brands Nos. 101-200 by U.S. systemwide sales and other data. This special report focuses on a smaller, more growth-oriented universe than the Top 100 report.
The average rate of U.S. systemwide sales growth among Second 100 chains slowed to 3.9 percent in the Latest Year from 5.4 percent in the Preceding Year. A factor in that deceleration: Just 61 chains grew domestic systemwide sales in the Latest Year, with average growth of 10.1 percent, compared with the Preceding Year, when 70 chains increased sales at an average clip of 10.6 percent. The top 10 chains, which had an average sales-growth rate of 31.8 percent, were comprised mostly of Casual-Dining and Limited- Service brands, but were joined by a handful of diverse concepts, including a Beverage-Snack, Chicken and Pizza brand.
Below are five more facts of note about the latest results for the Second 100 Growth in U.S. Systemwide Sales:
1. Twin Peaks, a Casual-Dining concept known for its scantily clad wait staff, mountain lodge decor, cold beer and comfort foods, broke into the Second 100 with a cumulative two-year growth trend in U.S. sales of 158.9 percent. That figure was nearly double the next-best two-year cumulative performance from Dickey's Barbecue Pit, at 89.4 percent. Twin Peaks' performance was driven by cumulative two-year increases in U.S. units, at 119.9 percent, and estimated sales per unit, at 24.8 percent.
2. Morton's the Steakhouse jumped the farthest up the Latest-Year rankings for growth in U.S. sales, moving 68 places from No. 95 in the Preceding Year to No. 27. Latest-Year growth of 6.1 percent from two new restaurants and higher same-store sales countered the chain's 14.6-percent Preceding-Year decline, which stemmed largely from the closure of seven of its 70 U.S. locations following the then-publicly traded company's acquisition by privately held Fertitta Entertainment Inc.
3. Among chains that achieved sales growth in both the Latest and Preceding years, Pei Wei Asian Diner had the greatest improvement in ranking — moving up 29 places to No. 31. Pei Wei's Latest-Year growth of 4.9 percent, on top of a 1.7-percent boost in the Preceding Year, resulted from back-to-back annual increases in U.S. units of 7.6 percent.
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4. Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill's 0.3-percent growth in estimated Latest-Year sales represented the smallest gain among the 61 Second 100 chains that added sales during the period. A 1.1-percent bump in estimated sales per unit, to $2.7 million, was needed for that improvement, as the Casual-Dining brand shuttered a unit, ending the year with 65 locations. Smokey Bones this year will open its first new restaurant since 2006 in Bay Shore, N.Y., executives said.
5. Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon's sales woes — a 19-percent decrease leading to a last-place ranking — are closely tied to the closure of 36 underperforming locations, or 31.6-percent of its store base, during the past three completed fiscal years. New owner Day Star Restaurant Group has said it has a plan to reposition the brand out of the discount-oriented budget-steakhouse segment and into a "value-plus" concept.
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A two-time graduate of the University of Minnesota, Julie holds a Master's degree in visual communication from the School of Journalism and Mass Communication, and worked 12 years in business marketing and management in the imaging industry. Shifting career gears, she later graduated from the University's Department of Horticultural Science with a Master of Agriculture degree in 2002 and taught landscape design and computer-aided design. In 2007, Julie was appointed to position as assistant extension professor. She directed the U of M Extension Master Gardener Program from 2007 - 2013. As an extension educator in horticulture, Julie teaches workshops and presents on horticulture topics with a special focus on plant selection and sustainable landscape design. Julie is a native of Rochester, MN, and now lives with her husband, Karl in Mound, MN. Julie experiments in her own backyard with small space landscape design and just can't say no to a new plant.
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Bedrock Computer Technologies, LLC v. Softlayer Technologies, Inc. et al
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FINAL JUDGMENT. Bedrock shall pay Yahoos costs in the amount of $115,500 in accordance with Bedrock and Yahoos Agreed Bill of Costs 844 . All pending motions are DENIED AS MOOT. The Clerk of the Court is directed to close this case. Signed by Judge Leonard Davis on 09/30/11. cc:attys 9-30-11(mll, )
IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE EASTERN DISTRICT OF TEXAS TYLER DIVISION BEDROCK COMPUTER TECHNOLOGIES, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. SOFTLAYER TECHNOLOGIES, INC. et al. Defendants. § § § § § § § § § § § NO. 6:09cv269 LED-JDL PATENT CASE FINAL JUDGMENT On June 16, 2009, Plaintiff Bedrock Computer Technologies, LLC ("Bedrock") filed suit against ten (10) Defendants. Since that time, all Defendants but Yahoo!, Inc. ("Yahoo") have been dismissed: Softlayer Technologies, Inc. (Doc. No. 827); CitiWare Technology Solutions, LLC; Google Inc. (Doc. No. 830); MySpace Inc. (Doc. No. 805); Amazon.com Inc. (Doc. No. 826); PayPal Inc. (Doc. No. 202); Match.com, Inc. (Doc. No. 663); AOL Inc. (Doc. No. 804); and CME Group Inc. (Doc. No. 168). In addition, this action was tried between Bedrock and Yahoo to a jury beginning April 27, 2011. After a five day trial, the jury reached a verdict of noninfringement. In accordance with the jury's verdict, the Court's post-trial rulings, and the dismissal of all other Defendants, the Court renders the following judgment: It is hereby ORDERED, ADJUDGED and DECREED that Bedrock pay Yahoo's costs in the amount of $115,500 in accordance with Bedrock and Yahoo's Agreed Bill of Costs (Doc. No. 844). It is further ORDERED, ADJUDGED and DECREED that all pending motions are DENIED AS MOOT. The Clerk of the Court is directed to close this case. So ORDERED and SIGNED this 30th day of September, 2011. __________________________________ LEONARD DAVIS UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE


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|Vinegar is an all natural acidic product. Dumping it on the base of the plant and letting it soak into the roots will kill it. depending on the type of plant it may take 2-3 times over a period of time...
It is also good for killing weeds under a fence line so one doesnt have to use a weed whacker and also dumping it into pacing stones to kill weeds that are coming up in the cracks.
I read this tip in Mother Earth News when a reader wrote it in to them. Errr, or at least I think it was in this magazine. Anyways, I love it! But one does have to be careful not to use it to closely to wanted plants!
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|I've had great luck with vinegar.
|My concern with this would be how it affects the pH of the soil. Probably not a real biggie on pathways or on fence lines, but as you already said be cautious around desired plants.
|Look for agricultural vinegar. It is 20-30% acetic acid. Store bought cooking vinegar is only 5%. You spray it on the leaves and it removes any coating on the leaf, essentially drying it out. I've heard it works wonders with no ill effects to the soil or wildlife. The trouble is that it's not approved for use as a herbicide/pesticide by the EPA and can be difficult to find.
|does this work for poison ivy and poison oak as well? I have sprayed it with bleach but it keeps coming back up. I have done this for the last 3 years.
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|I've been using common white vinegar to control weeds in my gravel driveway and brick paths for many years. Yes, undiulted vinegar can kill problem plants like poison oak. However, vinegar does affect the soil. It takes about six months before anything will grow in soil which has been soaked with vinegar. Yes, use it in your driveway, between pavement cracks, or in out of the way places. Do not use it in your garden, or as a weed killer in lawn.
|I've tried that Nature's Avenger Organic Herbicide and it works! It is a new patented citrus-oil based weed killer. I sprayed it on my driveway and around my fences and my dog runs. The next day all of the weeds were dead. And it smelled like oranges. Bizarre. check out their site naturesavenger.com. They are approved by the EPA, USDA National organic Program and OMRI. They seem legit and it worked. Side note: Called them about the soil thing. Here's what they had to say. Citrus oil dissipates really quickly and it doesn't affect the soil. You can replant within 4 hours of spraying. and since it dissipates so quickly my kids and dogs can't bring it into the house. Check it out. I think it's a better alternative to Vinegar.
|I've had good luck with vinegar as a weed killer, especially if I add a drop or two of dish soap. My concern, though, is this: I want to use the vinegar to kill weeds in the rock border of my driveway... where there are toads living. Will the vinegar hurt the toads?
|Boiling water dumped on the weeds will also kill them. I've used this for the weeds that come up in my gravel walkways.
|Yeah, but boiling water also kills the creatures that are living there, too.
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Order of the Arrow
Scouting's National Honor Society
More than 180,000 members strong, the Order of the Arrow recognizes Scouts and Scouters who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives. The OA can help strengthen troops by providing leadership training and opportunities for OA members and by assisting in summer camp promotion, camporees, Scout shows, and other activities. Arrowmen are known for maintaining camping traditions and spirit, promoting year-round and long-term resident camping, and providing cheerful service to others.
Our Vision for the Order of the Arrow
As Scouting's National Honor Society, the Order of the Arrow is an integral part of the council's program. Our service, activities, adventures, and training for youth and adults are models of quality leadership development and programming that enrich and help to extend Scouting to America's youth.
For more than 90 years, their peers have honored those Scouts who "best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives" with membership in the Order of the Arrow. This recognition provides encouragement for others to live these ideals as well. We will provide ways and means for OA members to do more to assist their units and councils, and help them succeed in doing so.
In support of our vision as Scouting's National Honor Society and an integral part of every council, the Order of the Arrow will further increase its service to Scouting.
Purpose - The purpose of the Order of the Arrow is fourfold:
1. To recognize those Scout campers who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives and by such recognition cause other campers to conduct themselves in such a manner as to warrant recognition.
2. To develop and maintain camping traditions and spirit.
3. To promote Scout camping, which reaches its greatest effectiveness as a part of the unit's camping program, both year-round and in the summer camp, as directed by the local council's camping committee.
4. To crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to others.
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I was wondering if anyone had done any hand drawn maps or some such they could share? Personally I'm going to do the surrounding countryside as I want to add other 'sites'.


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An abbreviated version of this piece was originally published in the summer issue of Radar Magazine – Issue 04: Better, Connected.
While the looming threat (and the perception of) climate change becomes more pronounced and immediate, we are seeing responses diverge in expected and unexpected ways. Recent efforts to broaden engagement on climate change, from the IPCC and US National Climate Assessment, focus on making climate risk relevant and tangible to people's everyday lives. In the investment community, shareholder activism continues to be an influential front, with 12 US companies asked in 2014 to explain carbon asset risks via shareholder resolutions. A resolution on stranded assets at Anadarko Petroleum Corp. garnered the highest support ever for a carbon asset risk resolution (30% of the vote). …
An abbreviated version of this piece was originally published in the summer issue of Radar Magazine – Issue 04: Better, Connected.
The Chinese government's declarations of environmental concerns as first-order priorities have a spotty history in heralding imminent change, due largely to uneven enforcement on a state and local level. So one could be forgiven if the flurry of actions announced in the first half of 2014, which include statements by a government advisor that the country will set an absolute cap on carbon dioxide emissions for the first time and adopt a revised Environmental Protection Law (the first in 25 years) imposing harsher financial and criminal punishments to polluters, is viewed with scepticism. But stakeholder activity to hold the government accountable for their environmental stewardship, whether by protest or product offering, has risen too. We have seen more signs of environmentally-sparked protests, like one fought over the construction of an industrial plant in Guangdong province or another that incited a riot in Hangzhou over plans to build Asia's largest waste incinerator project, take place this year….
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In his 2014 State of the Union address Barack Obama underscored the urgent action required on climate change but made no mention of controversial and divisive energy policy matters such as approving the TransCanada's Keystone XL pipeline. Environmental groups and energy experts question how long it is possible to sustain an 'all of the above' energy strategy, which backs investment in clean energy alternatives on one hand but also promotes rampant drilling and mining of fossil fuels on the other.
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Renowned economist Kenneth Boulding reflected the same sentiment more pointedly many years ago when he said: "Anyone who believes exponential growth can go on forever in a finite world is either a madman or an economist."
Infinite growth is the operating principle, reinforced by our current economic and political systems, on which many of the world's business leaders, policy-makers and investors make decisions every day. As a result, the gap between our current burn rate and what the planet's environmental systems can support on a sustained basis continues to grow. This gap represents a significant risk – and an opportunity – for the business community.
This is the context of the most recent collaboration between UNEP and SustainAbility, along with Green Light Group: a just-released report titled GEO-5 for Business. Using GEO-5 (a 500+ page compilation of environmental data, policy options and scenarios) as its foundation, GEO-5 for Business serves as a translation and primer written specifically for business leaders. While much analysis has been conducted on the impacts of business on the environment, this report looks in the other direction – at the impacts of environmental trends on business….
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People worldwide are starting to connect the dots. Hurricane Sandy costing New York over 60 billion dollars with one of the largest insurance pay-outs in history. 85% of Dhaka submerged by recent flooding. 44 million people – many located in our cities – pushed into food poverty by food price spikes in 2010. And the costs of congestion bringing many urban centres to grid lock. In summary – cities worldwide need to take steps now to 'future proof' themselves if they are to avoid irreversible and costly damage to their environmental, social, and economic futures….
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Dear Fossil Fuel,
There is no easy way to do this, so I'll just say it: I want a divorce!
Writing this letter is very painful for me, but the contents will not come as a great surprise to you. Our relationship has been wondrous at times, with ups and downs like every marriage. But you've been abusive for too long and pushed me to the limit. It's taken decades of counselling to build up the courage to leave you, but after 300 years together I've decided it is time I grew up and faced the future as a responsible adult….
Among the myriad challenges facing the human species in the early years of this century there is one that shows up on every political and business agenda from Pretoria to Paris, Lusaka to London, and Windhoek to Washington: how to sustain economic growth. So dominant is this discourse that those who dare to question it can be readily dismissed as lunatics, so far outside the mainstream as to appear out of touch with reality. Can't they see? We need to create jobs…
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ST. PAUL - The MLC women's basketball team finished in a tie for third place in the UMAC preseason poll voted on by the coaches around the UMAC.
MLC must replace the experience and production of a record breaking senior class that helped the Knights to a conference championship and NCAA Tournament berth last season, but the Knights hope the return of three starters and several other major contributors will lead to another season of competing for the top spot in the UMAC.
Post player Amanda Burk figures to lead the Knights' balanced offensive attack as the team's returning leader in points (13.2) and rebounds (8.8) per game. Burk also shot .487 from the field and .752 from the line a season ago. She'll be joined by sophomore Hannah Rothe, who averaged 2.5 points and 2.5 rebounds per game in limited minutes as she recovered from a difficult injury that kept her away from the court the season before. First-year forward Leah Nass gives MLC an athletic player who can play inside and outside, and she should compete for playing time early.
In the backcourt, the Knights return three experienced players. Brittney Gossen returns after starting 27 games at point guard last season, providing valuable pressure defense and scoring punch (7.8 points per game) to the position. Wings Alex Anthon and Hannah Hackbarth will look to take a step forward into bigger roles as sophomores after strong freshman campaigns. Anthon (9.8 points per game) slashed her way into being the team's third-leading scorer last year and figures to play a similar role this season, while Hackbarth showed the ability to spread the floor in leading the team in three-pointers made (37) last season
UMM finished first in the poll with five first place votes and 47 total points. St. Scholastica came in second with three first place votes and 44 points. MLC tied Northwestern for third with 32 points.
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Refused are nearly dead. Having reformed earlier this year in Sweden, Refused proceeded to tour extensively playing blistering sets at Coachella, FYF Festival, and Fun Fun Fun Fest. They stopped by the Fonda Theater in Hollywood for one last lesson in destruction as the the whole floor of the venue was one massive swirl of humanity. Refused play one more show in their hometown before dissolving. Warming up the crowd were Los Angeles-based street punks the Bronx, who ditched their mariachi gear for a slamming set. Check out the photos above and the setlist below.
01 "The Shape Of Punk To Come"
02 "The Refused Party Progream"
03 "Liberation Frequency"
04 "Rather Be Dead"
05 "Coup d'état"
06 "Summerholidays vs Punkroutine"
07 "Hook, Line and Sinker"
08 "The Deadly Rhythm"
09 "Protest Song '68″
10 "Circle Pit"
11 "Life Support Addiction"
12 "Refused Are Fucking Dead"
13 "Worms Of The Senses/Faculties Of The Skull"
14 "New Noise"
15 "Tannhäuser/Derivè"
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• Second Degree Murder occurs when a person intentionally commits an extremely dangerous act that demonstrates a depraved mind without regard to human life and someone else is killed by the result of that act. A person can be convicted of Second Degree Murder even if they did not specifically intend to kill anyone.
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WQXR looks at the role of black performers, composers and music industry figures throughout the month of February.
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I, Too, Sing America: Music in the Life of Langston Hughes
Sunday, February 17, 2013
Langston Hughes, an enduring icon of the Harlem Renaissance, is best-known for his written work, which wedded his fierce dedication to social justice with his belief in the transformative power of the word. But he was a music lover, too, and some of the works he was most proud of were collaborations with composers and musicians.
The Price of Admission: A Musical Biography of Florence Beatrice Price
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Join WQXR host Terrance McKnight for "The Price of Admission," a one-hour program that explores the symphonic music, songs, works for piano and legacy of Florence Beatrice Price.
Spotlight: When Marian Anderson Sang at the Lincoln Memorial
Monday, February 04, 2013
Today we feature recordings of some pieces the great contralto Marian Anderson sang at the historic April 9, 1939 Lincoln Memorial concert.
The Dynamic Film Music of Quincy Jones
Saturday, February 02, 2013
David Garland presents an overview of Quincy Jones' movie music, including highlights from "The Color Purple," "The Italian Job," "In the Heat of the Night," and more.
Spotlight: William Grant Still's Afro-American Symphony
Friday, February 01, 2013
William Grant Still's Symphony No. 1 "Afro-American" is the first symphony composed by an African American that was performed by a major orchestra.
Timeline: A History of Black Classical Musicians
Thursday, January 31, 2013
A long history of black involvement with the concert hall precedes contemporary developments. View our timeline, which includes more than 200 years worth of events.
A Beautiful Symphony of Brotherhood: A Musical Journey in the Life of Martin Luther King, Jr.
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It is, arguably, important to understand the needs of diverse students so that you can tailor your teaching to meet their needs. There are many people who believe that it is best to try to understand the needs of various kinds of students rather than trying to teach all students in the same way.
It is possible that diverse students will have different needs. It may be that they will not respond to standard instruction in the same way that "mainstream" students do. (However, we must be careful when making such statements because not all students who appear to be "diverse" actually have the same needs as others from their particular ethnic or other group.) Therefore, it will be important to understand what their needs are.
If you understand what they need, you will be able to teach them in ways that are more likely to get through to them. For example, if a student is from a culture that teaches them to keep quiet and submit to authority, you might not want to call on the student very much. It might make them uncomfortable to be made to speak instead of listening to you.
Because diverse students can have different cultural needs, it is important to understand those needs so that you can adjust your teaching style as needed.
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As recovery for Hurricane Sandy gets underway, countless New Yorkers who wonder if they will recoup any losses should deal with filing insurance claims. NY1's Susan Jhun filed the following NY1 For You report.
The damage from Sandy is devastating and widespread and everyone from homeowners to small business owners are wondering if their insurance will cover it.
"Never saw something like this in my life," says a New Yorker. "I never thought this storm would bring destruction like this."
When all is said and done, some estimates predict Hurricane Sandy will have caused tens of billions of dollars in personal property damage.
"This is probably going to be a top-10 insured disaster," says Jeanne Salvatore of the Insurance Information Institute.
The primary concern for homeowners is flood and wind damage and many wonder what is covered under home insurance versus Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
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AUGUSTA, Ga. - Officers are cracking down on members of six major gangs in the area in an operation called "Augusta Ink."
Gang number 1: O-Dub --They mainly hangout in South Augusta. O-Dub is considered the oldest and largest gang in Augusta.
Gang number 2 also hangs out in South Augusta: Meadowbrook Clique. Officers have also arrested some of their members.
Hephzibah has seen its fair share of gang activity too, with gang number 3 on the crackdown list: The Georgia Deadly Boyz.
Gang number 4, the Circle Boyz, is usually found in the Glenn Hills area.
Gang number 5 : Uptown, also known as The Fairington Gangster Thugs. They roam the Tobacco Road area.
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After the jump, I have posted a panel discussion from a recent episode of The Sean Hannity Show on FOX News discussing a new book by a guy named Ben Shapiro called Primetime Propaganda and DING DONG ALERT it (the panel discussion) is INSANE. The book itself proposes to prove definitively that the Hollywood Elite is overly liberal and is using their position in media and entertainment to promote a liberal agenda. Fair enough! I mean, that is probably true? This is not particularly surprising or groundbreaking information. As recent studies have shown, the more education one has, the more likely one is to lean democratic, and while this is certainly not the case across the board, many of the more important jobs in media and entertainment require some level of higher education. So, it kind of just follows. There are many exceptions to all of these rules! I am just saying, sure. Got it. Personally, as a democrat, this does not bother me, but I can see how it might bother someone who was not a democrat, no duh. "Those fucking Jews," am I right, the Right?! But so, OK, they start talking about this proposed liberal bias in entertainment in the media on The Sean Hannity Show STARTING WITH SESAME STREET and already that is where things start to get BONKERS.
First of all, Sesame Street is not the driving engine of a LIBERAL AGENDA. Give me a LIBERAL BREAK. Also, liberal vs. conservative politics is, or should be, mainly about the economic responsibility of government to provide services to its citizens. Once again we are dragging sexual preference into the equation as if that has anything to do with anything. The problem with conservatives claiming a moral highground on this issue is that their position is amoral. There is no morality in ostracizing, disenfranchising, or discriminating against other human beings. But the idea that somehow Sesame Street is responsible for children becoming gay is SOME CRAZY NONSENSE OBVIOUSLY WHY ARE WE EVEN HAVING THIS DISCUSSION. I do like when he brings up an episode of Friends. HAHAHA. Sure. Friends. It's so weird how there was that one super-political episode of Friends with an intense liberal bias and then for years after that there weren't any more republicans. Remember that? That was crazy.
"Could that have been any more of a real thing that definitely happened?"
-Bandler Ching
I also like when that beautiful woman with very important opinions stated that artists have been more liberal than the general population for "CENTURIES." Hahahha. I mean, maybe? But either way, she sure as fuck doesn't know what she is talking about? No offense! Maybe some offense! But, like, who is she talking about? The Lascaux cave painters, probably. "These running bison are trying to make your child feel comfortable being themselves! These cave painters did not pull themselves up by their bootstraps like the cave businessmen did!"
We could also get into how insane it is and how insane it makes me when someone like Sean Hannity starts talking about how rich someone on the left is as if he is not so fucking rich. Rich people SHOULD feel weird about being so rich. It's OK! Enjoy being rich! But also feel weird about it. It's definitely unfair in some way. I'm saying this as someone who would love nothing more than to be super rich. I will take all the guilt and weirdness and stumbling attempts to deal with it as they come. But seriously, shut up Sean Hannity. Why don't YOU start a charity, you stupid asshole? A real one, I mean.
Sean Hannity is an asshole, a liar, and an idiot. No duh. (Via ThinkProgress.)
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Some of us, could be any of us, never intended to use their celebrity to endorse any specific candidate and any evidence to the contrary is purely coincidental.
Ian | Posted on Jun 2nd, 2011 +24
You however are making kids gay, for cookies
U mad
Remember when this country started and we were all like "Separation of church and state!!!" uuuuuuuuhh What happened to that?
Rara | Posted on Jun 2nd, 2011 +34
I think it's fair to point out that Challenge of the GoBots made me a little gay.
Ian | Posted on Jun 2nd, 2011 +40
He started his thing with threatening to murder children's characters, that's your boyfriend guys
Haha. "The Honeymooners" as an example of a good values TV show. Beat those women, Hannity!
my favorite quote "usually liberal and humanists believe that human nature is ultimately good whereas conservatives believe it's not."
wait, why is that a bad thing?
I am enjoying the idea that human nature is either:
1) Good!
2) Evil!
Obviously there is no wiggle room. (Because the Wiggles make you gay.)
Because then you assume conservatives are just misguided and confused people, instead a calculated malice machine out to see your world burn. No? Yes? Just suggesting.
Haha, a book about how most of Hollywood is liberal? Did Morgan Spurlock buy the movie rights yet?
Ian | Posted on Jun 2nd, 2011 +16
Don't be a drag, just be a queen
Also, I think he actually got confused watching an episode of that 'documentary' Glee….
It's like, I want to let him know that this kind of thing wouldn't happen if conservatives were a) funny b) creative c) talented d) not douchy.
How does stereotyping a group of people with common ideology make you any better than this guy?
I'll give you that conservatives can be creative and talented. Some aren't even douchey. But funny? Fuck and no.
You show me a conservative comedian and I'll show you a bad one.
Ron White?
Isn't Dennis Miller a conservative? I have no idea if he's funny when he's joking about conservative things, but he used to make me laugh on Weekend Update.
He was funny back then, but then his politics changed and now he's just not anymore.
Cuz this guy sucks. And I've seen conservative entertainment. It sucks too.
"I am against the hyper-sexualization of women."-MISS AMERICA. Because between Sesame Street and Beauty Pageants, Sesame Street is and has been far more damaging to America's youth. Obviously.
The alphabet is a liberal plot to control our children! – Ben Shapiro on Sesame Street, probably
Ian | Posted on Jun 2nd, 2011 +23
ABC, Always Be Corrupting Children
Um, everyone knows that Sesame Street is made in New York City, not Hollywood. If you're going to be a media pundit about the media, get your goddamn geography straight.
media pundit about the media
hee hee, but point taken
"Human nature is evil." – Miss America 2008.
These accusations are crazy. Sesame Street has had plenty of non-liberal-friendly guests, including: Barbara Bush, Garth Brooks, and none other than MEL GIBSON. I'm sure those people were articulating gay propaganda, tho. Get over yourselves, conservative talk-show hosts.
The worst part about this video is that discussions like this, some even WORSE, happen everynight on Hannity. This was pretty par for the course. (yes I watch Fox News….regularly. Don't judge! Everyone slows down when they pass a car accident)
Anyone remember that cartoon Tranzor Z? I remember watching it in the 80′s. I also remember the robots shooting missiles out their breasts. Anyone?
Hollywood has always been a bit liberal, but that doesn't mean there isn't room for conservatives.
Liberals think their morality is so damn superior.
"Great panel tonight"
truer words, right? guys?
"Elmo says expropriate the ruling class and collectivize the means of production! Hee hee!" – The Elmoist Manifesto
I'm just glad the guy who got all the liberals on tape saying they write TV as an F-you to the Right didn't decontextualize anything they said. He must have been so tempted!
to be fair, if anything will make a little boy gay it's tickle me elmo.
I blame Matt Trakker…
Becca | Posted on Jun 2nd, 2011 +14
Wake up, sheeple! I've been saying this ALL ALONG!
There IS a bit they do that always starts with bert and ernie getting in a bed together, and the bed starts to shake…. it's kinda like bed knobs and broomsticks but a little gayer.
Communist Television Workshop
I had a dream as a child in which Grune the Destroyer from Thundercats touched me inappropriately with my toothbrush, so, uhhh…..just saying, I guess. Which way is Therapygum?
thanks, fox news! glad to see that our children can now join in on the culture of victimhood that you perpetuate.
Didn't that guy see this?
Republicans love Modern Family, a show with two main characters who are gay. They love it!
But I guess that survey is skewed, right? Because all the Republicans who watch Modern Family are gay Democrats now. Science.
Paging the Gregory Brothers. (For real, I'm a big fan, can this be Auto Tune the News 14?)
I wish wanting a job entitled me to it. Fucking christ.
It seemed like any time the woman started talking, Sean Hannity would interrupt her, which I found particularly delightful with the context of their gender-toys debate.
GIRLS SHOULD PLAY WITH DOLLS and also probably not talk.
It's all a conspiracy underwritten by the mysterious CHUBB group.
Just because you're paranoid doesn't mean you're not batshit crazy.
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I hope you had a wonderful and relaxing weekend.
I run down the stairs to make lunch only to find an empty fridge as we have yet to go grocery shopping. I'm not sure how I'll blame the alarm clock for the lack of food in the house, but give me time, I'll come up with something. Then mommy gears start to go off and I get creative making the kids nutritious healthy lunches (save for the slice of pound cake that made it into their lunch boxes out of desperation).
And God does not lie. In hindsight, hubby being able to spend the final weeks with his Dad - caring for him 24/7 - was a true blessing. Oh, and in part due to the help of another friend, hubby starts a new job on Monday.
So you see, even though things seemed 'unjust' at the time and everything appeared out of place, there was always a master plan. One that has slowly been revealed to us and for that we are grateful.
Yes, today was an unproductive day, but we'll try again tomorrow. And if tomorrow doesn't work, there's always next Monday.
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No one really knows how or where skijoring started, but suffice to say a shot or two of whiskey and a friendly wager was involved. Skijoring is a sport in where a person wearing cross country skis is attached to some sort of animal or machine and pulled around. It is popular in Scandinavian countries such as Norway. In fact the word skijoring is a Norwegian word that roughly translated means ski driving. So grab your best friend, harness them up and hang on for the ride of you life.
Equipment Needed
The equipment needed for skijoring is rather simple. All one needs is a pair of cross country skis, a belt, a harness for the animal, some rope, and a total disregard for ones own safety.
Ask any Norwegian what type of cross country skis to use for skijoring and you are sure to get a wide variety of answers. (Norwegians tend not to agree upon much.) However, if you persist in asking them the ski type they will finally tell you that either a pair of classic skis or skate skis will work. If you are serious about your skijoring and wish to race, skate skis are what all the top pros are using. Classic skis might suit you better if you are just out looking for an afternoon of exercise.
Skijoring belt
Attend any major skijoring race and you are bound to see a wide variety of belts around the skier's waists. These belts range from specifically design skijoring belts all the way down to simple rope belts. Rock climbing harnesses are a popular option and are often used as a skijoring belt especially in mountainous regions.
Animal Harnesses
The type of animal harness you will use will depend upon the animal you intend to drive. Dogs are the most popular animal to skijor behind and there are a wide variety of commercially available dog harnesses on the market. The harnesses used in skijoring are the same ones used for dog sledding.
The Line
People who participate in skijoring have a hard time meeting members of the opposite sex so they are in need of a very good line. Not only do they need a good pickup line, but they also need a good line to attach themselves to their dogs. The lines used in skijoring are typically 8 feet long and contain some type of bungee chord. The bungee chord helps to absorb the shock of the dogs starting and stopping. The length of the line will vary depending upon the number of dogs being driven, the more dogs the longer the line.
Either skate skiing or classic skiing is used when skijoring. The driver harnesses themselves to the animal ahead and then drives the animal through commands. The skier can, for the most part, enjoy the ride as the animal is the one doing all the work. To properly enjoy skijoring one must first harness their dog, put on your skijoring belt, attach the line between the dog and the belt, clip into your skis, and finally enjoy the ride.
Skijoring is a fun winter sport and is a great way to get your best friend out of the house this winter. While the same can't be said for Lutefisk (a fish soaked in lye and eaten like mush) the Norwegians were onto something when they popularized skijoring. So this winter when you head out skiing grab your dog and explore the wonderful world of skijoiring.
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