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John Pilger on 9/11
At the 2010 Anarchist Bookfair in London there was a discussion with independent journalist and filmmaker John Pilger (which was recorded – listen below) and one of the questions from the audience was about the attacks on 9/11. The following is a transcript of the question and his reply:
Audience Question: "I would like to ask your views or theory that the US government was complicit in or even perpetrated the attacks on 9/11 to gain support for criminal [inaudible] Afghanistan and Iraq?"
John Pilger: "I think there is a lot of evidence that certain elements in the Bush administration, whether by intent or by or by their own arrogant incompetence, I don't know, let things happen. I think there is enough evidence to…
We know the senior FBI people who gave warnings right throughout 2001. We know about the extraordinary inactivity by the NORAD aircraft on the day of September 11th. We know that Cheney was in charge of the White House on that day.
I think the most plausible is the "let it happen", now at what stage it was let happen, I don't know, I don't know. But certainly that seems to me, the most plausible.
There is no doubt that 9/11 became the opportunity for a new "Cold War" basically, only called the "War on Terror". But beyond that I wouldn't want to…"
John Pilger on 9/11 by 9/11 Truth News
The image above was taken from an interview with John Pilger at the same event.
Thanks to Chris C and ZKT for the audio and transcription.
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Like the review below, I was initially excited about this product and how it made my skin look and feel. However, within two weeks that excitement turned to disappointment as my skin broke out worse than ever. This feels great going on but does nothing for moderate acne (or severe). My sister whose acne is not as bad as mine was also disappointed. She saw no changes for better or worse. Her skin just stayed the same with a few nasty pimples popping up every week. Too bad. If you are someone who does not battle with acne than you might like this product since it is packed with AHA/BHA. But I will leave that for other reviewers to determine...
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Well. Long story short, I got this because I wanted an AHA product to compliment the acne.org regimen, and this was all I could find in my local priceline. Expensive!! $25 AU or something for 40mL. Anyway, for about a week, it cleared my skin rapidly- I was using this at night, and benzac 2.5% in the morning, with cetaphil wash and lotion. Things got signifigantly better and I was so happy, thinking I'd found a miracle cure (again), then I broke out on my forhead and inner cheeks (near my nose) in small red zits, which are finally clearing up after ditching this stuff and going back on the acne.org regimen full time. I had the same reaction with the cleanance K soapless gel cleanser- a clear up for a week, absolutley ecstatic, and then BAM breakout. Gahh.
I did give this a 3 lippie rating however, because my chest/back acne was quite bad at the time and it cleared that up very, very well and I haven't had a breakout with continued use on those areas, but when it runs out, I won't repurchase! It also did a semi-decent job of clearing the keratosis pilaris on my back.
People complain about the smell, but I have to admit I kind of like it, now I'm used to it. It is tacky on, so use it at night. Advice? Purchase with caution, don't get too excited about the immediate results and monitor your progress carefully.
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This product is FAR from being cosmetically elegant. It is very tacky on my combination skin and was impossible to deal with when sleeping - kept sticking to my pillow. Anyhow, it DOES work, but for the cost and effort, I for one will use BHA and AHA products separately - until I find a product combines the two in a formulation that sinks into the skin. I currently rotate BHA, AHA and retinol on different nights and this regimen works best for me in keeping both acne and fine lines far far away :)
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i bought this product because my dermatologist told me to, and it actually works great for me! he told me that the less you put on your skin the better! i have very oily skin and some whiteheads on my forehead and chin and, according to him, its because of all the crap i use on my face,but obviously i can't live without my makeup. so i started spending a little bit more money on the products i use and my skin got better. i use YSL foundation with MAC blot powder and MAC blush on top, and the second i get home i wash my face so my skin is able to breathe. i'm also using some medicins my dermatologist recommended. at night i use Peroxiben 10% (with benzoil peroxid), and in the morning i use zineryt (with erythromycin and zinc) and actidox pills.
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Bad for my face....(sorry I don't know why but it purge my acne so bad)
But excellent for my back acne, I have trouble skin on my back too, acne and discoloration because acne spot, since i use it (I use it on my back because it's quite expensive if i just throw it away). My back acne slowly calm down, became smooth and get rid of spot too..... so the 4 lippies is for my back acne ..;P
I must say, this is a big disappointment for me. After reading all the reviews about Avene's acne treatment, I thought this was the right product. I bought the Cleanance Pack (inc. Avene Cleanance Gel Cleanser, Thermal Spray and Cleanance K). I stopped using Cleanance K after 3-4 weeks of using it because it just worsened my acne. My mom and my siblings all asked me what happened to my face because I didn't have a lot of pimples/cysts before using this product. So right now, I'm SO frustrated because I shouldn't have used this product!!!
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I honestly wouldn't consider this as an acne solution/treatment. It says it is for blackheads, and it seems to work wonders for them - but that's just me. For anything else to do with the skin.. it does nothing. I don't see how it could possibly be a moisturizer or an exfoiliator or something. It is slightly watery, and has kind of a smell that you wouldn't want on your face all day, even though it disappears after about five minutes. It doesn't sting my face at all - I honestly don't understand how it could. Overall, it does not do anything for me except help with a slight blackhead problem. Decent product from Avene, but definitely not their best.
I'm on my 5th week of using this daily (for the first week I used it once a day, at night but for the last 4 weeks it has been morning and night). I do not experience any irritation nor redness, nor does it tingle (unless on a open spot/extracted pore - I can be heavy handed). It has taken this long for me to see any benefits and I know that experts recommend giving skincare at least a month to see a change or difference and this had a lot to contend with I am just impatient really. I was getting a lot of clogged pores (sebum plugs) on my cheekbones, in the hollows of my cheeks and all over my forehead, pus filled spots, red lumpy spots and nothing was working. I had lumps that I couldn't conceal and I was so self conscious I just wanted to wear a bag on my head. TTOTM made things worse and I didn't know where to turn. I came across this after considering a AHA/BHA approach (rather than switch cleanser again).
So far I have fewer new clogs and overall congestion is significantly reduced. Any clogs I have now are easier to extract and fewer new ones are appearing so far. My red lumpy headless spots are gone, they have been reduced and removed and no new ones are appearing at all. My overall skin tone is clearer and smoother and looks so much fresher. The worst congested area under my cheekbone looks so much better I hardly need any concealer (just for some scars). I cleanse with Liz Earle, tone with Lush and apply this on dry skin morning and night. In the morning I follow with Dr haushcka Moisturising Day Cream morRose Day Cream Light or Liz Earle Superskin Moisturiser and if I am going out then I use Spf 30 instead. I hope I continue to experience improvements and I look forward to the day when I can put aside my extractor tool and using a pore mask is a novelty not a daily occurance.
I would say this is preventative not curative, give it time, be patient and do not expect it to heal existing spots. You may experience some purging at first and my skin did get worse within the 1st week as the layers were being exfoliated by the AHA/BHA and the gunk was coming out. If you can stick with it, I hope you get the same levels of improvements I am experiencing.
If you fill in Avene's customer questionnaire to find your products for you skin type they will send out a couple of complimentary 5ml samples - I got the Cleanance Soapless Gel Cleanser and Cleanance K so I recommend this if you don't wish to buy the full size straight off.
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I hope I'm not getting ahead of myself here. I bought this a month ago when looking for anything that would help with a persistent breakout that Differin and then my all-time favorite acne treatment MUAC's BHA serum couldn't entirely clear up. It's one of the worst breakouts I've ever had. I faintly remembered that this had both salicylic acid and glycolic acid in it -- when I actually went to buy this I saw that it also has lactic acid. Anyway, this stuff is AWESOME. Seriously. There isn't a day that I wake up after putting this on and don't see my blemishes visibly flattened. It's a very unique texture, not liquidy, not gelly, not creamy, and yes it does have a strong fragrance which I don't love but wouldn't throw this product away over. It can sting when you put it on, but it subsides after a little while. I thought with all the Avene thermal spring water in it it would be more moisutirizing, but it's not moisutirizing in the least. You need to use some sort of lotion over this if you have dry skin. But as an acne treatment I seriously cannot praise this stuff enough -- I'm finally back on the road to having a normal-looking face. I had a boss come from overseas and see me and he said I looked really good and happy and touched his face when he said it (yes, I know I usually look like a pizza, thanks D:), and someone else actually commented on how great my skin was looking (NO ONE EVER DOES THIS because I NEVER have good skin by any standards). I've stopped using Differin completely and spot treat with the BHA every 2 days or so, so I know this stuff is what's been making such a huge difference. This is.. dare I say it..? HG material for me. I do get flakies, but I wipe them off with a face cloth when I notice them. The small things (flakies, the smell, no moisutirizing properties to speak of) are not nearly enough for me to not love this product. Give it a try, every other day to begin with, if you're looking for something truly effective for acne.
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This is my favourite cream. I have been using it for 6 years. It makes my skin perfect (clean and smooth). Unlike many other creams (vichy or clinique) Cleanance K is suitable for VERY sensitive skin and does not make my skin dry. Best product and great price!


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Painting the town green
The biggest decision facing a DIYer in the paint store used to be whether Dusting of Snow or Wistful Beige was right for the dining room. But nowadays more businesses are making express claims about their products, including purported environmental benefits. Two of the nation's leading paint companies — The Sherwin-Williams Company and PPG Architectural Finishes, Inc. — advertised that some of their paints were free of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
Do you do B2B?
Old Blue Eyes wasn't in the tech biz, but before giving the ring-a-ding-ding to a B2B transaction that allows partners to share customer data through software one company licenses to the other, we're guessing he would have agreed with some basic principles derived from the FTC's proposed settlement with web analytics company Compete, Inc.
Be clear about what you collect
Twenty years ago nobody told their third grade classmates they wanted to go into web analytics when they grew up. But unlike cowboys and dinosaur wranglers, the analytics business is booming. Information about consumer behavior can offer companies helpful insights to boost web traffic and sales. But as a recent FTC settlement suggests, it's wise to be transparent about your practices and take reasonable and appropriate measures to keep sensitive information secure.
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|Tough road setback for Charlotte womens tennis
BOILING SPRINGS, N.C. – The Charlotte women's tennis team was unable to take advantage of a short-handed Gardner-Webb squad Wednesday afternoon, dropping a 4-3 decision to the Runnin' Bulldogs at the Webb Tennis Complex.
With Gardner-Webb (7-10) down a player, essentially providing the 49ers with a free point in singles and an edge in doubles, visiting Charlotte could not close the door in the non-conference contest.
The Runnin' Bulldogs won both doubles matches that were played, using a tiebreaker at the No. 2 spot to help clinch the point. The Niners' pairing of Jessica Pérez and Alexandra Zinn battled to a 9-7 loss against Yasmine Doost and Rokia Sacko.
Charlotte (9-5) entered singles action down the point; however, with no G-W player at the No. 6 position, found itself in a 1-1 tie with five matches to be contested. Unfortunately for the 49ers, they came away with just two wins and allowing Gardner-Webb to clinch the tight victory.
Sophomore Natsuko Takayanagi fought through two tough sets in her No. 2 meeting with Doost before dispatching the Runnin' Bulldog 7-6 (4), 7-5.
Freshman Tyler Baker picked up the other Charlotte win, rallying for a 4-6, 6-2, 10-8 triumph against Valeriia Popko at the No. 4 position.
The 49ers' sophomore Lisa Grosselius also went to three sets in her tilt; however, she was unable to pull out the victory at the No. 3 slot.
Charlotte will look to regroup when it returns to the Halton-Wagner Tennis Complex for the final home match of the campaign, next Thursday, April 11, at 2:30 p.m. against Furman. Prior to the contest, the 49ers will honor this year's senior class of Emmanuelle Briant, Anna Ekelund, Iveta Guneva, Ginny Johnson and Zinn for their on and off the court accomplishments during their careers.
Gardner-Webb 4, Charlotte 3
No. 1 Erica White (GWU) def. Alexandra Zinn (CHA) 6-4, 6-0
No. 2 Natsuko Takayanagi (CHA) def. Yasmine Doost (GWU) 7-6 (4), 7-5
No. 3 Jenny Lunde (GWU) def. Lisa Grosselius (CHA) 1-6, 6-2, 6-3
No. 4 Tyler Baker (CHA) def. Valeriia Popko (GWU) 4-6, 6-2, 10-8
No. 5 Rokio Sacko (GWU) def. Iveta Guneva (CHA) 6-3, 6-2
No. 6 Jessica Pérez (CHA) def. No Player (GWU) by default
No. 1 Lunde/White (GWU) def. Grosselius/Takayanagi (CHA) 8-4
No. 2 Doost/Sacko (GWU) def. Pérez/Zinn (CHA) 9-7
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Never Eat a Melty Chocolate Bar Again
November 22nd, 2007
This simple, yet ingenious invention places a tiny chemical thermometer on the outside of your chocolate bar, ensuring that you only eat it at the optimal temperature.
Japan's DARS 22° C premium chocolate bars now include a color-coded temperature gauge which tells you when the bar is at exactly 22° C (about 71.6° F), apparently the "perfect" climate for chocolately goodness.
To ensure the perfect candy eating experience, the company is even offering regular customers the opportunity to grab a special chocolate storage drawer (aka "the chocolate cellar") that's designed to help maintain the perfect temperature.
Personally, I've always liked my chocolate refrigerator cold, but according to the manufacturer, 22° C is the RIGHT temperature for getting your sugar fix. Anything else just won't do.
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This week in history, 258 years ago: Catherine Ray and Ben Franklin's secret
This week in history, 258 years ago, in December 1754, the first meeting occurred between Caty Ray*, a 23-year-old Block Island resident of "wit and gaiety," and the famous Benjamin Franklin, a 47-year-old husband and father. The two were distantly related by marriage, and they met at a relative's home in Boston.
Catherine Ray was born in 1732 out near the southwest corner of the island, in between the present-day homes of artist Marilyn Bogdanffy and fisherman Gary Hall.
She was a granddaughter of Simon Ray, one of the most prominent of the first Block Island settlers of 1661. When she was 5 years old, her grandfather died at the age of 102 and was buried at the Island Cemetery. His large, horizontal slate gravestone can still be seen in the old part of the graveyard.
Catherine became the friend of two prominent men of her time. One was Ezra Stiles, the long-time president of Yale University, who became her mentor.
The other was Benjamin Franklin, whose correspondence with Catherine is preserved in a book published by the American Philosophical Society in 1949.
The letters, which chronicle their sincere friendship, were written from 1755 — shortly after they met — until just before Franklin's death in 1790. During that time they saw each other on only five occasions, the last at Philadelphia in 1776, near the beginning of the American Revolution.
Between Christmas and New Year's of 1754, the two traveled together by carriage from Boston to Newport, continuing after several days to Westerly. When Franklin was living in Paris 25 years later, Caty wrote of their long ago trip:
"I with Pleasure look Back Upon those Pleasant days I used to see you in Boston and the Agreeable Journey to Westerly which you have Some times Mentioned."
The journey has raised speculation — fueled by two of his letters to Catherine — about the charms of Franklin, who was known for his conquests. The first, mailed from Philadelphia on March 4, 1755, expressed the strong feelings he felt watching her leave Westerly's shore. Caty was voyaging to her home on harborless Block Island, visible on the horizon, where her small boat, perhaps a "Block Island double-ender," would land on a West Side beach:
"I thought too much was hazarded when I saw you put off to sea in that very little skiff, tossed by every wave. But the call was strong and just, a sick parent. I stood on the shore, and looked after you, till I could no longer distinguish you, even with my glass… Towards evening all agreed that you must certainly be arrived before that time, the weather having been so favourable; which made me more easy and cheerful, for I had been truly concerned for you…
"Persons… complain of the northeast wind, as increasing their malady. But since you promised to send me kisses in that wind, and I find you as good as your word, it is to me the gayest wind that blows, and gives me the best spirits. I write this during a northeast storm of snow, the greatest we have had this winter. Your favours come mixed with the snowy fleeces, which are pure as your virgin innocence, white as your lovely bosom, and — as cold."
But the gentlemanly Franklin kept his thwarted advances in perspective, adding:
"But let it warm towards some worthy young man, and may Heaven bless you both with every kind of happiness."
The theme, mixing care with the wistfulness of lost love, was repeated by Franklin on October 16, 1755, to the still-unmarried Caty, in his "Multiplication" letter, one of the most famous of the thousands he wrote:
"You must practise ADDITION to your Husband's Estate, by Industry & Frugality; SUBTRACTION of all unnecessary Expenses; MULTIPLICATION (I would gladly have taught you that myself, but you thought it was time enough & woud'nt learn) he will soon make you a Mistress of it. As to DIVISION, I say… Let there be no divisions among ye."
Franklin was not restricted by the artificial morals of the Puritans, who lived in the century before him, nor of the Victorians, who came in the century after — and even if his life had been led in either of those two eras, his independent thinking doubtless would never have been stifled.
Three years after meeting Franklin, Catherine Ray married William Greene, the son of Governor William Greene of Rhode Island. One of her sisters, Anna, married Samuel Ward, son of an earlier governor of Rhode Island. Both Caty's and Anna's husbands also became governors of the state. So each sister had a governor for a husband, another for a brother-in-law, and another for a father-in-law.
By the end of 1787 the United States had won its Revolution, and written a constitution — and Benjamin Franklin, one of the key participants of both events, had become famous on two continents.
That December of 1787, Catherine wrote her final letter to Franklin, ending with these last words:
"Hear you have lovely Grand Children and take Great Pleasure in them. So have we, they seem as near as our own (children). May they continue lovely through life is the wish of your most affectionate and obliged friend — Caty Greene."
And a little over a year later, in March 1789, Benjamin replied, his last letter to her containing a good deal of practical philosophizing, and his last words saying:
"Among the Felicities of my Life I reckon your Friendship, which I shall remember with pleasure as long as that life lasts, being ever, my dear friend, yours most affectionately."
Franklin died in April 1790 and was given the most impressive funeral in Philadelphia's history.
Catherine Ray died in 1794. Her lengthy obituary in the Newport Mercury started off by forthrightly revealing the male-dominated society of the era:
"Perhaps there are few of her sex who have possessed more extensive powers of mind, or discovered greater excellence of character, than Mrs. Greene... having for the course of near 40 years given every proof of conjugal affection, of maternal tenderness and care, and of every domestic virtue..."
If Catherine Ray Greene had any secrets, her obituary did not divulge them.
*Correction: Caty's maiden name was Littlefield, not Ray


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Twentieth Amendment to the United States Constitution
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The Twentieth Amendment (Amendment XX) to the United States Constitution moved the beginning and ending of the terms of the President and Vice President from March 4 to January 20, and of members of Congress from March 4 to January 3. It also has provisions that determine what is to be done when there is no President-elect. The Twentieth Amendment was ratified on January 23, 1933.[1]
Section 1. The terms of the President and Vice President shall end at noon on the 20th day of January, and the terms of Senators and Representatives at noon on the 3d day of January, of the years in which such terms would have ended if this article had not been ratified; and the terms of their successors shall then begin.
Section 2. The Congress shall assemble at least once in every year, and such meeting shall begin at noon on the 3d day of January, unless they shall by law appoint a different day.
Section 3. If, at the time fixed for the beginning of the term of the President, the President elect shall have died, the Vice President elect shall become President. If a President shall not have been chosen before the time fixed for the beginning of his term, or if the President elect shall have failed to qualify, then the Vice President elect shall act as President until a President shall have qualified; and the Congress may by law provide for the case wherein neither a President elect nor a Vice President elect shall have qualified, declaring who shall then act as President, or the manner in which one who is to act shall be selected, and such person shall act accordingly until a President or Vice President shall have qualified.
Section 4. The Congress may by law provide for the case of the death of any of the persons from whom the House of Representatives may choose a President whenever the right of choice shall have devolved upon them, and for the case of the death of any of the persons from whom the Senate may choose a Vice President whenever the right of choice shall have devolved upon them.
Section 5. Sections 1 and 2 shall take effect on the 15th day of October following the ratification of this article.
Section 6. This article shall be inoperative unless it shall have been ratified as an amendment to the Constitution by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years from the date of its submission.
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Section 1 of the amendment reduced the amount of time between Election Day and the beginning of Presidential, Vice Presidential and Congressional terms.[2] Originally, the terms of the President, the Vice President and the incoming Congress began on March 4, four months after the elections were held. While this lapse was a practical necessity at the end of the 18th century, when any newly elected official might require several months to put his affairs in order and then undertake an arduous journey from his home to the national capital, it eventually had the effect of impeding the functioning of government in the modern age.
From the early 19th century onward, it also meant that a lame duck Congress and Presidential administration would fail to adequately respond to a significant national crisis in a timely manner. Each institution could do this on the theory that at best, a lame duck Congress or administration had neither the time nor the mandate to tackle problems, whereas the incoming administration or Congress would have both the time, and a fresh electoral mandate, to examine and address the problems that the nation faced. These problems very likely would have been at the center of the debate of the just completed election cycle.
This dilemma was seen most notably in 1861 and 1933, after the elections of Abraham Lincoln and Franklin D. Roosevelt, respectively, plus the newly elected Senators and Representatives. Under the Constitution at the time, these presidents had to wait four months before they, and the incoming Congresses, could deal with the secession of Southern states and the Great Depression respectively.
Originally, under Article I, Section 4, Clause 2, the Congress was required to convene at least once each year on the first Monday in December. That requirement created a mandatory lame duck session following each federal election. Section 2 of the amendment changed this required convening to January 3.
The amendment was ratified on January 23, 1933. Pursuant to Section 5 of the amendment, the changes made by Sections 1 and 2 took effect on October 15, 1933. This delay resulted in first inauguration of President Roosevelt and Vice President John Garner taking place on March 4, 1933. Section 5 also resulted in the 73rd Congress not being required to meet until December 4, 1933. Therefore, pursuant to a presidential proclamation, a special 100-day session of Congress was convened from March 9, 1933, to June 16, 1933.
On February 15, 1933, 23 days after this amendment was ratified, President-elect Franklin D. Roosevelt was the target of an unsuccessful assassination attempt by Giuseppe Zangara. If the attempt had been successful then, pursuant to Section 3 of the amendment, Vice President-elect John N. Garner would have become President on March 4, 1933.
Section 4 of the amendment permits Congress to statutorily provide for what should occur if either the House of Representatives must elect the President and one of the candidates from whom it may choose dies, or the Senate must elect the Vice President and one of the candidates from whom it may choose dies. Congress has never enacted such a statute.[3]
The first Congressional terms to begin under Section 1 were those of the 74th Congress, on January 3, 1935. The first Presidential and Vice Presidential terms to begin under Section 1 were the second terms of President Roosevelt and Vice President Garner, on January 20, 1937.
Because of this amendment, if the Electoral College fails to resolve who will be the President or Vice President, the incoming Congress, as opposed to the outgoing one, would choose who would occupy the unresolved office or offices.[4]
Proposal and ratification[edit]
The Congress proposed the Twentieth Amendment on March 2, 1932 and the following states ratified it:[5]
- Virginia (March 4, 1932)
- New York (March 11, 1932)
- Mississippi (March 16, 1932)
- Arkansas (March 17, 1932)
- Kentucky (March 17, 1932)
- New Jersey (March 21, 1932)
- South Carolina (March 25, 1932)
- Michigan (March 31, 1932)
- Maine (April 1, 1932)
- Rhode Island (April 14, 1932)
- Illinois (April 21, 1932)
- Louisiana (June 22, 1932)
- West Virginia (July 30, 1932)
- Pennsylvania (August 11, 1932)
- Indiana (August 15, 1932)
- Texas (September 7, 1932)
- Alabama (September 13, 1932)
- California (January 4, 1933)
- North Carolina (January 5, 1933)
- North Dakota (January 9, 1933)
- Minnesota (January 12, 1933)
- Arizona (January 13, 1933)
- Montana (January 13, 1933)
- Nebraska (January 13, 1933)
- Oklahoma (January 13, 1933)
- Kansas (January 16, 1933)
- Oregon (January 16, 1933)
- Delaware (January 19, 1933)
- Washington (January 19, 1933)
- Wyoming (January 19, 1933)
- Iowa (January 20, 1933)
- South Dakota (January 20, 1933)
- Tennessee (January 20, 1933)
- Idaho (January 21, 1933)
- New Mexico (January 21, 1933)
- Missouri (January 23, 1933)
Missouri was the 36th state to ratify, satisfying the requirement that three-fourths of the then 48 states approve the amendment.[6] The amendment was subsequently ratified by the following states:
- Georgia (January 23, 1933)
- Ohio (January 23, 1933)
- Utah (January 23, 1933)
- Massachusetts (January 24, 1933)
- Wisconsin (January 24, 1933)
- Colorado (January 24, 1933)
- Nevada (January 26, 1933)
- Connecticut (January 27, 1933)
- New Hampshire (January 31, 1933)
- Vermont (February 2, 1933)
- Maryland (March 24, 1933)
- Florida (April 26, 1933)
- ^ Constitution of the United States: Amendments 11-27 Archives.gov. Retrieved October 7, 2011
- ^ http://www.law.cornell.edu/anncon/html/amdt20_user.html#amdt20_hd4
- ^ Second Report of the Continuity of Government Commission, p. 31
- ^ See Twelfth Amendment for details on how the Congress would choose.
- ^ Mount, Steve (January 2007). "Ratification of Constitutional Amendments". Retrieved February 24, 2007.
- ^ "'Lame Ducks' Doom Sealed"— Missouri Is 36th State To Ratify 20th Amendment To Constitution", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, January 24, 1933, p1


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The loss of legendary pop icon, Michael Jackson, has been felt around the world, especially by those celebrities that had the honor of working with Jackson during his illustrious career.
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"I am really shocked; as I'm sure the world is, to hear the news. I had the pleasure of working with Michael on 'Beat It' back in '83 – one of my fondest memories in my career. Michael will be missed and may he rest in peace." – Eddie Van Halen
"We lost a great entertainer and a pop icon. My thoughts and prayers go out to Michael Jackson's family, friends and fans." – Arnold Schwarzenegger
"Michael Jackson showed me that you can actually see the beat. He made the music come to life!! He made me believe in magic. I will miss him!" – Diddy
"My heart is overcome with sadness for the devastating loss of my true friend Michael. He was an extraordinary friend, artist and contributor to the world. I join his family and his fans in celebrating his incredible life and mourning his untimely passing." – Brooke Shields
"I come to you today with great sadness, acknowledging the loss of the greatest entertainer in the history of mankind. For me he was more than that, he was my idol, he was a role model, he was someone to cry to when my childhood was unbearable, he was a brother, he was a dear friend." – Corey Feldman
"His music is just as relevant now as it was the day they pressed record, I'm sure it will remain so for generations to come.R.I.P.Mr Jackson." – Samantha Ronson
"I am stunned. My friend, Michael Jackson is dead. He lived with me for a week on the Golden Pond set after 'Thriller.' " – Jane Fonda
"I was so excited to see his show in London. We were going to be on tour in Europe at the same time and I was going to fly in to see him. He has been an inspiration throughout my entire life and I'm devastated he's gone!"- Britney Spears
"I can't find the words right now to express how deeply saddened I am by Michael's passing. We have lost a genius and a true ambassador of not only Pop music but of all music. He has been an inspiration to multiple generations and I will always cherish the moments I shared with him on stage and all of the things I learned about music from him and the time we spent together. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones." – Justin Timberlake
"I can't stop crying over the sad news. I have always admired Michael Jackson. The world has lost one of the greats, but his music will live on forever! My heart goes out to his three children and other members of his family. God bless." – Madonna
"I am so very sad and confused with every emotion possible. I am heartbroken for his children, who I know were everything to him, and for his family. This is such a massive loss on so many levels, words fail me." – Lisa Marie Presley (married to Michael from 1994 – 1996)
"May God cover you Michael. We all lift your name up in prayer. I pray for the entire Jackson family particularly Michael's mother, children and all his fans that loved him so much. I would not be the artist, performer, and philanthropist I am today without the influence of Michael. I have great admiration and respect for him and I'm so thankful I had the opportunity to meet and perform with such a great entertainer, who in so many ways, transcended the culture. He broke barriers, he changed radio formats! With music, he made it possible for people like Oprah Winfrey and Barack Obama to impact the mainstream world. His legacy is unparalleled. Michael Jackson will never be forgotten." – Usher
A number of celebrities also took to their twitter accounts to express their grief:
Miley Cyrus: Michael Jackson was my inspiration. love and blessings
Demi Moore: I am greatly saddened for the loss of both Farrah Fawcett and Michael Jackson. Especially for their children!
Star Jones: Death comes to all. But great achievements build a monument." He IS and WAS the greatest entertainer of all times…Peace to you brother.
John Mayer: I think we'll mourn his loss as well as the loss of ourselves as children listening to Thriller on the record player. Dazed in the studio. A major strand of our cultural DNA has left us. RIP MJ.
MC Hammer: I have no words.. I loved Michael Jackson.. RIP..
Lindsay Lohan: NO OMG … sending my love and prayers out to Michael and his family … i feel sick..
Marlon Wayans: My prayers, my love, my heart goes out to michael jackson and the entire jackson family. I pray so hard for them. I'm crushed! Please pray.
Kim Kardashian: Wow I am truly in shock that Michael Jackson has passed away! I love u Jackson family, my prayers are with the whole family!
Kelly Rowland: Michael you left such a legacy on this earth, have touched SO MANY!!! We thank you for such a driving inspiration in music & our lives!! This has got to be one of the saddest days in music history!! Michael Rest In Peace! WE miss you!
Shanna Moakler: The hard thing about getting older is watching all those who inspired you pass, love to the jackson family.
Perez Hilton: It's days like this that put it all into perspective. If you're reading this right now, you are blessed to be alive. Hug your family.
Shaquille O'Neal: aaaaaaaaaaaaaagh dam dam dam
Ludacris: If it were not for Micheal Jackson I would not be where or who I am today. His Music and Legacy will live on Forever.Prayers to the famR.I.P.
Solange Knowles: My fifth birthday party was M.J. themed, I insisted.My mother found a lookalike to come sing happy birthday and I KNEW he wasn't MY Michael
Thank you Michael Jackson for being my FIRST of many! My mother took me to my FIRST concert, I was only two years old. I fell in love.
Ice-T: Rest In Peace Mike. People can say what they want but you were 100% original. WE will always love , miss & remember your GREATNESS.
Ashton Kutcher: I plea to the press to respect his wishes of maintaining the anonymity of his children. Rip Sending love and light to family and friend but especially his kids.
Jenny McCarthy: Michael Jackson has passed away. His spirit and creative influence will live on through his music that we have loved for decades.
Kirstie Alley: Don't know what to say…so I will say I am so sorry for his family either way… What a horrible way to find these things out…sorry
Jordin Sparks: Omg I'm bawling right now. Michael….
Cary Hart: Man, terrible day. Farrah, and jackson in one day. Terrible.
Travis Barker: I'm speechless, WTF?
Katy Perry: Oh my God.
Ashley Tisdale: So sad. Saying a prayer for Michael Jackson.
No words can express the loss of a true icon. Michael Jackson will always be remembered through his music.


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On 15 November the EU finance ministers discussed outstanding questions relating to the creation of the single resolution mechanism.
All key elements of the Commission proposal – such as the scope of the SRM, the funding principles and financing arrangements for the Single Resolution Fund, and the governance structure (decision-making and voting mechanisms) – are still under discussion as outstanding issues.
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Illuminate your backyard with these modern designed Blomus Orchos Torches. The unique set of four stainless steel torches plants firmly into the ground and brightens any backyard using an oil source. An excellent accent for any patio area.
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1 April 2010
Sarah Culverhouse spills the lima beans on healthy vegetarian living.
Saying no to a steaming bowl of spaghetti bolognese is the easy part. For new-comers to the world of vegetarianism, it's making sure you've got all the nutritional bases covered that mounts the biggest challenge. "Many people commit the mistake of relying on too few foods," says naturopath and vegetarian Sarah Culverhouse. "They'll cut out meat and just eat more of the vegetarian food they used to – like eggs and dairy products."
As Culverhouse points out, vegetarian diets may reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and certain cancers. But a poorly thought out eating plan can leave you short on essential vitamins, minerals and fatty acids, such as vitamin B12, iron and omega-3.
Generally people need to increase their intake of omega-3 fatty acids. Most Western diets are high in omega-6 (mainly from cooking oils like canola, safflower, sunflower and corn oils) and lower in omega-3. The most common sources of omega-3 are fish and eggs, therefore vegetarians are often at risk of having low levels of omega-3 in their diet. Flaxseed oil is the richest source of alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3).
As it is necessary for insulation of nerve fibres and activating folate (which assists in the maturation of red blood cells), vitamin B12 is central to maintaining a healthy nervous system. "B12 is hard to find in vegies. It's mostly found in animal products, which is why it's important for vegetarians to have eggs and dairy – in moderation though," says Culverhouse.
Bedfellow to red meat (among other foods), iron assists the body to transport oxygen to cells. "Without iron we get tired and lethargic," she points out. Iron intake is especially important for menstruating women, as blood loss depletes iron levels. "If they're not eating enough iron and they're having their period, women feel worn out very quickly," she adds.
Fear not though, vegetarian sources of iron abound. These include green leafy vegetables which, as Culverhouse advises, should be eaten with a food rich in vitamin C such as lemon juice or tomatoes to assist in the absorption of iron.
When it comes to ensuring a good intake of omega-3s, vegetarians can opt for flaxseed oil as an alternative to fish oil, says Culverhouse. "Generally we've got a diet that consists of too much omega-6, which isn't balanced with adequate levels of omega-3 group essential fatty acids," she observes. "Blackmores' new flaxseed oil contains high levels of omega-3 and omega-6, which may help contribute to a healthy heart and cardiovascular system, and be important for healthy skin and hair."
"As long as you take a nutritionally balanced approach, being vegetarian can really work," Culverhouse believes. "Just be sure to learn all about the different food choices available to you, and learn how to get balanced levels of protein by mixing your grains with your legumes." This can be as simple as tossing chick peas through your next rice dish, or lentils through a potato or parsnip salad.
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As a result of being insanely busy with work, Thanksgiving travels and bad lighting in my kitchen due to the sun's lazy 3:30 PM retirement, I've been seriously slacking in the recipe department -- the grounds upon which this very blog predicates itself.
That being said, I've been turning the content of my external hard drive inside searching for some kind of leftover, unused and didn't meet with much success. Then, alas, last night in a final round of searching random folders, I came across a series of cooking experiments I photographed last Christmas and forgot about all together. I also poorly labeled the folder in a way that was entirely not indicative of its contents. Particularly upsetting, as I generally pride myself on my digital organization skills.
Luckily for the well being and holiday cheer of this blog, I have a few seasonal somethings for you to nibble on while I am in the midst of the my finals. Thus, sparing you the pictures of my re-heated soups while I mindlessly watch a cursor blink on my screen in attempts to contrast the styles of Gissing and Dickens. #highereducation Jealous? ......
Onto the good stuff. I made this tart last year for my mother before she headed off to a holiday party at which she was expected to bring a side dish. Tarts and quiches always make for crowd pleasers and pretty presentation for a bit of wow factor; however, it's actually a lot easier done than one might think. I put this one together a mere hour or so and handed it to my mother immediately before she left. I actually never even got a piece for myself, now that I think of it.... I did receive compliments in the following days so I trust it was tasty enough to relay to you.
The rosemary and nutty crust of this one makes for a warm and hearty bite while the contents are light and slightly sweet from the figs and balsamic...and a tad spicy from the arugula. The crust is actually adapted from Roost Blog, who happens to cook entirely gluten -free. While I'm not gluten-free, I'm certainly not opposed and the almond flavor the crust is made with gives it great flavor in this case. It's also packed with all the good fats of almonds and thus, you won't need to use any butter -- only a bit of good flavored oil.
Unfortunately I also didn't get a picture of the fresh arugula and fig garnsih on top because my mother was in such a rush to leave with the thing, but you can only imagine how pretty right?
Again, apologies I didn't make this yesterday, but rather something like a year ago, almost to date. I think it's still rather relevant, don't you?
Here's to hoping so. Enjoy and happy baking! More holiday recipes to come soon!
KK xx
(As adapted from Roost Blog)
1 1/2 C. almond flour (Bob's Red Mill can be found at Whole Foods)
1T. minced fresh rosemary
1/4 t. sea salt
1/4 C. almond oil (or your preferred mild flavored oil)
1 T. water
Pre-heat the oven to 350 F. Combine all the dry ingredient in a bowl. Mix in the remaining two wet ingredients. Grease a 9 inch tarte pan or 5 minis ones with butter, oil or nonstick spray. Bake for 15-20 minutes and let allow to cool in the fridge for another 20 minutes while you make the filling. This will make it easier to pop them out of the pan later.
For the Filling:
1 medium shallot
3 cups of arugula + 1 C. for garnish
3 eggs, beaten
1/4 c. almond milk
1/4 t. salt
1 t. pepper
2 -3 T. fig spread
1/2 C. chopped fresh or dried turkish figs
3 T. Aged balsamic vinegar or reduction
Preheat the oven to 375F.
Saute the shallot in a pan with a bit of olive oil until caramelized. Combine with arugula in a mixing bowl and toss together. Add beaten eggs, season with salt and pepper and lightly stir the mixture. Set aside.
Remove tart shells from the fridge and carfully pop them out of their pans. Place it onto a baking sheet with parchment. Line the inside of the tarte shell with the fig spread. Pour in the egg and arugula mixture.
Bake for 20 - 30 minutes or until the egg sets in the middle. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Drizzle the top with balsamic, top with a few handfuls of arugula and drizzle a bit more balsamic. Sprinkle dried figs as final garnish and serve.


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I haven't had a chance to take many Halloween pics around here, as my school didn't allow ANY kind of Halloween festivities this year, since we area low performing school. That means that every second of the day, we HAVE to be cramming information down the kids' throats! I'm not sure that punishing the kidlets solves anything, but...oh, well! I'm not in charge! But, one teacher did have these cute little Halloween pumpkins in her hair and I asked her if I could take a photo and she said, "Yes!" Sunday Stills for October 31, 2010. THANKS, KELLY!
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Deserts and beyond...places in and around the southern California deserts and beyond. Photo taken at Canyon Lake, in the Superstition Mountains of Arizona, December 2011. A few minutes later, after the sun disappeared, these cliffs were their normal color. They were only golden for a short time and I'm glad we were able to view them in their glory.
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Posted by desertsandbeyond at 5:53 AM
Labels: Kelly's hair
5 comments:
- Brenda said...
cute idea. Too bad the kids can't enjoy a holiday, even on a small scale!
- October 31, 2010 at 8:00 AM
- ~Cheryl said...
Hurray for Kelly! May you and your students have a wonderful November.
- October 31, 2010 at 8:29 AM
- Patches said...
That doesn't sound like much fun at all! :( Cute hair piece though!
- October 31, 2010 at 9:50 AM
- Rosadimaggio63 said...
Happy Halloween !
- October 31, 2010 at 9:56 AM
- Carolyn Ford said...
how cute! And, how sad that special days have to be forgotten in the schools now...a very sad situation that doesn't help the morale of the kids.
- October 31, 2010 at 10:08 AM
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Review: The Alterman Gambit Guide - Black Gambits 2
After having enjoyed immensely reading the first volume in the Black Gambit series, I couldn't wait for GM Boris Alterman's repertoire book featuring the starting moves 1.e4 e5, covered in the second volume. His contagious style of writing, profound explanations and high-level analysis made me more curious about his view on variations which are part of my own repertoire as well.
By IM Robert Ris
However, by skimming The Alterman Gambit Guide - Black Gambits 2 very quickly I noticed that my own 1.e4 e5 repertoire doesn't have many overlaps with the lines proposed by the Israeli GM. Whereas my own style is pretty solid – I prefer to avoid any opportunity entering unknown territory from sharp lines – Alterman's recommendations seem to be quite the opposite, which is to be expected from a book about gambit play. Like in earlier works for publisher Quality Chess, it has been his aim to build up a clear repertoire based on quick development and activity, preparing the reader to sacrifice a pawn or two. In this volume Alterman goes a bit further and on various occasions he even invests more material for long-term compensation.
His work commences with the Marshall Attack, which indeed seems to be an obvious choice for black players dealing with the Ruy Lopez. After a short introduction of the initial moves, Alterman makes a first stop at the well-known starting point of this variation:
At this point we must make an important decision. To begin with, I must acknowledge that 11...c6 is by far the most popular move, and the one that enjoys the best reputation amongst theoreticians. Black keeps the knight in the center, and prepares ...Bd6 and ...Qh4 in the near future. Unfortunately it comes pre-packaged with a truly mind-boggling amount of theory, including numerous forces drawing lines and pawn-down endgames in which Black can hold a draw but has little chance to play for a win. For this reason I decided it would be more interesting to focus on two less popular lines. Both of them contain a good deal of venom and are likely to come as a surprise to many opponents. Games 1-4 will focus on 11...Nf6?!, the move chosen by Marshall himself against Capablanca in a game that we will soon see.One of the primary aims of my Gambit Guide is to help the reader improve his arsenal of tactical and attacking motifs. The 11...Nf6 line has these in abundance, and for this reason alone it was worth including it in the book. Despite its allure, I must make it clear that the 11...Nf6 variation is not entirely sound, and if White plays accurately then he should be able to obtain a clear advantage. Nevertheless I found some improvements for Black in certain variations that were previously considered unfavorable for him. Overall I would consider Black's system a dangerous practical weapon, especially against unsuspecting opponents. Forgetting about beautiful attacks and sacrificial combinations for a moment, we must also keep the theoretical soundness in mind.For this reason I have covered the slightly unusual but still respectable 11...Bb7 in games 5 and 6. This move leads to a noticeably different type of game in which Black strives for positional compensation in the center and on thequeenside. Black's chances of scoring a quick checkmate are diminished, but he has good chances to maintain the balance even when White plays strongly. After reading through the chapter the reader will be able to select whichever option he finds more appealing to use in his own games.
Although his observations are pretty honest and factually correct, I believe many people will raise their eyebrows with his last sentence. After reading 46 pages not everyone would still like to make a decision which line best suits his own style of play, especially taking into account that the third and most reliable option 11…c6 has been omitted. Alterman has a good point of not incorporating the mass of inconceivable variations, but once you are pretending to provide the reader with a sound gambit concept it seems more appropriate to me to include the main line as well, which has at least as many tactical and attacking motifs as 11…Nf6?!.
The same point of criticism can be made about his suggestion to meet the Two Knight's Game (1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4 Nf6 4.Ng5) with the Traxler Counterattack (4...Bc5), which doesn't have a great reputation at the highest level. Instead, with 4…d5 Black has a reliable possibility at his disposal which has been tested frequently by various top players. Alterman, however, seems to believe in the practical value of his recommendations, putting faith in the fact many white players rather focus on the main lines, while neglecting the tricky side-lines. His approach is worth considering, and players who are looking for some real excitement are in good hands with this renowned author. The following example must be a great source of inspiration for those who are intending to include this razor sharp opening into their repertoire:
Such games, as this one played by the Czech inventor himself, aren't often seen in practice anymore, even though they are quite encouraging. The increasing strength of computers enables people to find different improvements and/or refutations along the way, which is something the author acknowledges.
On various occasions Alterman has attempted to improve upon established theory, which might offer theoreticians new food for thought. Personally I found it interesting to see the variation with the remarkable 4…Nxe4?!!? as I wasn't even aware of its existence before reading the book! To my astonishment it was played only a week ago in a friendly game between two of my 9 year old students! Despite the fact that they fully handled the position in gambit spirit, one can't blame them for not knowing White's best option 5.Bxf7! Ke7 6.d4! which leaves Black's surprise weapon only suitable for blitz and/or rapid games, where the result of the game isn't that important.
Another issue that strikes me is the fact that lesser-rated openings like the Traxler and Falkbeer Counter Gambit (1.e4 e5 2.f4 d5) are covered more extensively than the more respected Scotch, which has been classified in "Chapter 7 Other Systems after 1.e4 e5".
Alterman gives the following explanation for his choice of the provoking bishop sortie to b4 on the 4th move:
Finding a suitable system against the Scotch is not an easy task, as there are no reputable gambits. Objectively the strongest replies are the main lines of 4…Nf6 and 4…Bc5, both of which have amassed large bodies of theory, making them problematic subjects for a short section such as this.
Although the distribution of the variations over the book is far from perfect, I still believe its clear structure offers a practical repertoire and enables the reader to apply the gained knowledge in practice. The pleasant alternation between thoroughly explained ideas and spectacular variations makes the content accessible to a wide audience (I suppose 1600 rated players as well as grandmasters will acquire new information when going through the book).
At the end of every analyzed game there's a section 'What we have learned', providing a comprehensive summary with all the key ideas pointed out once again. I found this format very reader-friendly and undoubtedly it will contribute in storing the tons of information into the long-term memory of the brain.
The Frankenstein-Dracula Gambit (1.e4 e5 2.Nc3 Nf6 3.Bc4 Nxe4 4.Qh5 Nd6), favored by so many correspondence players, has been dealt with in 35 pages. Those who are obsessed with this labyrinth of variations will certainly find some joy from replaying the covered games. Newbies like me and/or players who are looking for a hypersharp battle may be slightly disappointed to see White can easily chicken out with 5.Qxe5 when a dull draw can hardly be avoided. Alterman answers:
It takes two to tango, and it will not always be possible to instigate a full-scale-fight – especially when playing with the Black pieces. When the opponent plays boringly, do not despair. Just play good moves, and if you eventually have to take a draw, then so be it.
His last sentence is a well-known topic of issue nowadays and it's absolutely not my aim to initiate another discussion. The desire to read this book was partly based on the plan to sharpen my 1.e4 e5 repertoire, something I considered impossible if I wanted to keep in mind the theoretical soundness of the opening lines as well. After studying both volumes of the Alterman Gambit Guide, my view of the matter remains unchanged despite of the new load of opening information I'm enriched with.
Black's gambit play seems more suitable against 1.d4, which must have something to do with the fact Black is able to sacrifice his a- and b-pawn in the Benko/Volga Gambit without having to worry about the safety of his own king. (I guess you can imagine the consequences missing your g- and h-pawn when attempting a similar wing gambit against 1.e4…) Although this conclusion seems rather obvious, I never thought like this before about my choice of openings. Answering White's first move in a symmetrical manner opens new gates towards the black king as well, which might explain why Black found it still difficult to seize the initiative for the sake of a pawn (or more) without neglecting the objective strength of his operations.
Fortunately for real chess lovers this scientific approach doesn't stand long and practical games remain still decided over the board. That's why Alterman pays a lot of attention to the practical value of his suggested opening lines. I'm sure the readers will feel inspired after a thorough examination of this book!
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Miracle Worker1962
This movie tells the story of Helen Keller, born deaf and blind, and young Annie Sullivan who is brought in with the aim of reaching into Helen's dark and silent world. The parent's expectations are low- hoping only for some peace from the animal like child that rules their lives. What ensues is a gigantic battle of wills- and one of the world's best-known stories of triumph over adversity. Anne Bancroft won an Academy Award for best actress and Patty Duke (aged 16) won best supporting actress. This win made Patty the youngest performer ever to receive an Oscar- a title that she held until 10 year old Tatum O'Neal's win for Paper Moon in 1973 (another very good movie, but definitely not embarrassment free).
Jurassic Park1993
If you missed this first time around or just want to revisit it, sit down with the family, make a big bowl of popcorn and grab a pillow to scream into, because there are lots of scary moments. But scary in a heart-thumping, squeeze your eyes shut and peek kind of way. The first in the franchise of three, this is my favorite, although the others are good as well. Director Steven Spielberg is in top form here, all the actors turn in good performances and you will not believe how real the dinosaurs look. The scene with the children trying to hide from the raptors in the kitchen is terrific. This was based on the book by Michael Crichton, considered one of the foremost writers of speculative/technological fiction. Crichton, who has just passed away at the time of this post, is well represented in several formats at CPL--print, audio and dvds. Look for him under author search for a full listing of titles.
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This wonderful musical features Yul Brynner as the king of Siam and Deborah Kerr as Anna, the governess imported from England to tutor the kings many children. Obviously there are culture clashes- some tender- some severe enough to cause real problems. With a wonderful score from Rodgers and Hammerstein, this old classic still stands the test of time. Now, I know that musicals are not for everyone, but I defy you to not come out with at least one of the songs stuck in your head. This was remade in 1999 with Jody Foster and Chow Yun-Fat, and although quite lavish, I prefer the musical.
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This perennial Christmas favorite from 1990 is still a good bet. Eight year old Kevin is accidentally left behind during his family's mad rush to start their holiday abroad. Alone in the house with only his wits, he must cope with his fears and also try to outsmart two bungling but determined burglars. His clever use of available resources brings to mind a young MacGyver.


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