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I'm Gonna Him An Offer He Can't Refuse
When Don Vito Corleone spoke those words in "The Godfather," everyone listened if they knew what was good for them.
Like the fictional Godfather of Francis Ford Coppola's Academy Award winning movie, we're going to make you an offer you can't refuse: To entertain you with a selection of some of the most famous quotes in the history of motion pictures.
Certain lines of dialog are etched forever in the collective consciousness of movie lovers everywhere. Some of the quotations we are about to enjoy are so well known they have become part of our modern language. Whenever we hear one of these iconic lines spoken in casual conversation, we are instantly reminded of the movie from which it came and the actor or actress who brought the words to life.
1. "I'm the king of the world!" – Leonardo DiCaprio as Jack Dawson in "Titanic."
2. "Nobody puts Baby in a corner." – Patrick Swayze as Johnny Castle in "Dirty Dancing."
3. ""Carpe diem. Seize the day, boys. Make your lives extraordinary." – Robin Williams as John Keating in "Dead Poets Society."
4. ""Cinderella story. Outta nowhere. A former greenskeeper, now, about to become the Masters champion. It looks like a mirac…It's in the hole! It's in the hole! It's in the hole!" – Bill Murray as Carl Spackler in "Caddyshack."
5. "Listen to me, mister. You're my knight in shining armor. Don't you forget it. You're going to get back on that horse, and I'm going to be right behind you, holding on tight, and away we're gonna go, go, go!" – Katharine Hepburn as Ethel Thayer in "On Golden Pond."
6. "Of all the gin joints in all the towns in all the world, she walks into mine." – Humphrey Bogart as Rick Blaine In "Casablanca."
7. "Here's Johnny!" – Jack Nicholson as Jack Torrance in "The Shining."
8. "Mother of mercy, is this the end of Rico?" – Edward G. Robinson as Cesare Enrico "Rico" Bandello in "Little Caesar."
9. "Open the pod bay doors please, HAL." – Keir Dullea as Dave Bowman in "2001: A Space Odyssey."
10. "Elementary, my dear Watson." – Basil Rathbone as Sherlock Holmes in "The Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes."
What Action Movie To Pick
When it comes time to pick out the action movie you want to watch, there are a few things you should look for.
First, who are the actors in the movie. B-grade movies are popular in this genre, and you will also want to make sure it is not a knock off version. To ensure this look at the actors in the movie and compare them. Second, you will want something with action in it. The best types of action movies will have gun fighting, car crashing, and people fighting in general. After all it is supposed to be an action movie, and all those things together make for one amazing thrilling one of a kind movie.
Last, you want something that has a good plot to it. You will want something that leaves you wondering, did that really just happen. It could take some time to be able to pick a movie up off a shelf and know that it will be a great movie. In the end you will be able to watch a great movie by yourself or with people that you love.
Famous Movie Quotes
Some movies are remembered for the terrific acting, the glorious scenery or a well written script.
Other films may have exceptional special effects, a rousing musical score or tell a truly moving story. While many factors go into making a great motion picture, there have been a select group of movies that are distinguished by a single memorable line of dialog that makes them unforgettable.
Today we have chosen 15 marvelous motion pictures that are made all the more wonderful by one powerful line of dialog that remains etched forever in the collective memory of audiences everywhere. Join us now as we celebrate a few of our favorite famous movie quotes.
1. Gone With The Wind – "Frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn." Clark Gable as Rhett Butler.
2. The Godfather "I'm going to make him an offer he can't refuse." Marlon Brando as Vito Corleone.
3. On the Water Front – "You don't understand! I coulda had class. I coulda been a contender. I could've been somebody, instead of a bum, which is what I am." Marlon Brando as Terry Malloy.
4. The Wizard Of Oz – "Toto, I've got a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore." Judy Garland as Dorothy Gale.
5. Casablanca – "Here's looking at you, kid." Humphrey Bogart as Rick Blaine.
6. Sudden Impact – "Go ahead, make my day." Clint Eastwood as Harry Callahan.
7. Star Wars – "May the Force be with you." Harrison Ford as Han Solo .
8. Taxi Driver – "You talkin' to me?" Robert De Nero as Travis Bickle.
9. Apocalypse Now – "I love the smell of napalm in the morning." Rober Duvall as Lt. Col. Bill Kilgore.
10. Love Story – "Love means never having to say you're sorry." Ali MacGraw as Jennifer Cavilleri Barrett.
11. The Maltese Falcon – "The stuff that dreams are made of." Humphrey Bogart as Sam Spade.
12. E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial – "E.T. phone home." Pat Welsh as E.T..
13. White Heat – "Made it, Ma! Top of the world!" James Cagney as Arthur "Cody" Jarrett.
14. Network – "I'm as mad as hell, and I'm not going to take this anymore!" Peter Finch as Howard Beale.
15. The Big Lebowski – " Nobody calls me Lebowski. You got the wrong guy. I'm the Dude, man." Jeff Bridges as Jeff "The Dude" Lebowski.
Disaster Movies Show The Awesome Power Of Nature
Earlier this month the town of Moore, Oklahoma was struck by a mile wide tornado that came roaring across the flat lands of the prairies with almost unimaginable power.
Children hugged each other in bathrooms and prayed for survival while the twister demolished their school, flattened entire neighborhoods and flung cars hundreds of feet in the air. When the chaos finally ended, the town was destroyed and 24 human beings lost their lives, including seven of the youngsters in the school.
Late springtime can be wonderful, with the songs of birds, budding trees and flowers and glorious days of sunshine. Nature can also be a terrible foe, wrecking havoc on the fragile dwellings of humanity with devastating hurricanes, tornadoes, blizzards, volcanoes, earthquakes and tsunamis. No one is completely safe when disaster strikes, and sometimes, all we can do is pick up the pieces and rebuild.
The major studios of Hollywood have made many exciting disaster movies over the years that portray the incredible power of nature. While some of these films may appear out of date by 2013 standards, they do show what can happen to human beings when Mother Nature decides to exert her strength with such overwhelming fury. We have selected a few of of the best disaster movies for your consideration and review. We would also like to express our deepest sympathies to all the people of Moore, Oklahoma. The author of this article lives 8.5 miles away from Moore and he realizes how lucky he is to be here at all.
1. Twister
Twister is a 1996 American disaster drama film starring Helen Hunt and Bill Paxton as storm chasers researching tornadoes. The plot is a dramatized view of research projects that study tornadoes like VORTEX of the NOAA. The goal of film's stars is to send a device into the heart of a twister and record the activity inside a tornado for the first time ever. While many people are shocked by the risks taken by real life storm chasers, their research has been invaluable and someday, as a result of their efforts, we may have enough advanced warning to avoid the loss of life we saw in Moore, Oklahoma this week.
2. Volcano
Vocano stars veteran actors Tommy Lee Jones, Anne Heche, and Don Cheadle. Jones is cast as the head of a crisis agency called the Los Angeles Office of Emergency Management which has complete authority in the event of an emergency or natural disaster. His character attempts to divert the path of a dangerous lava flow through the streets of Los Angeles following the formation of a volcano. While the plot is quite improbable, the film does manage to show the incredible danger posed to human life by even a small flow of lava.
3. The Perfect Storm
The Perfect Storm is a dramatic portrayal of a real life storm directed by Wolfgang Petersen. The film stars George Clooney, Mark Wahlberg, William Fichtner, John C. Reilly, Diane Lane, Karen Allen and Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio. The film reveals the awesome power of the sea when The F/V Andrea Gail, a commercial fishing vessel, was lost with all hands during the "Perfect Storm" of 1991. After the storm ended, weather buoys in the general vicinity of the vessel's last known location recorded peak wave action exceeding 60 ft in height from October 28 through 30, 1991. The 72 foot long vessel was no match for waves higher than a six story building.
4. Titanic
Titanic is a 1997 American epic romantic disaster film directed, written, co-produced, and co-edited by James Cameron. A fictionalized account of the sinking of the RMS Titanic, it stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet as members of different social classes who fall in love aboard the ship during its ill-fated maiden voyage. While the film focused on the human beings who sailed on the "unsinkable" Titanic, Director Cameron was extremely successful in portraying the incredible dangers posed to human life in the frozen waters of the Arctic.
5. The Day After Tomorrow
The Day After Tomorrow is a 2004 American/Canadian science fiction disaster film co-written, directed, and produced by Roland Emmerich. The film depicts the catastrophic effects of global warming in a series of extreme weather events that usher in global cooling and leads to a new Wce age. The debate about global warming may still be raging between scientists and politicians, but one thing is sure; mankind is no match for the forces of Mother Nature.
5 Of The Best Movies To Watch On A Rainy Day
On a rainy day, when you just don't feel like leaving the house, there is no better way to enjoy your time indoors than to watch a few good movies.
At times like these, we always try to pick films that are simply entertaining, rather than movies that inspire deep thinking or a long debate about the film's message.
Among our favorite genres for sheer excitement are science fiction, monster movies and adventure films. These categories offer a high percentage of enjoyable film fare without taxing our nerves or requiring too much intellectual input. They are good movies to watch for a relaxing afternoon or evening on the sofa with lots of popcorn and soda, as we escape to a world of fantasy and imagination.
1. Destroy All Monsters:
Destroy All Monsters is a 1968 Japanese science fiction Kaiju film produced by Toho Studios. The ninth film in the Godzilla series stars Akira Kubo, Jun Tazaki, Yukiko Kobayashi and Yoshio Tsuchiya. The evil aliens from Kilaak use a mind control device to force the earth's monsters to do their bidding and destroy most of world's major cities. The Kilaak leader then demands the human race surrender, or face total annihilation. In a desperate race for survival, Japanese astronauts are able to destroy the alien's mind control device, which is located on the moon, and we are treated to a monster battle to end all monster battles. The invaders send King Ghidorah to fight the earth's unstoppable army of Godzilla, Minilla, Mothra, Rodan, Gorosaurus, Anguirus, Kumonga, Manda, Baragon, and Varan. Godzilla and his friends roar and stomp their way through 90 minutes of delightful monster mayhem and poor King Ghidorah gets beaten to a gigantic, satisfying mass of alien goo.
2. Lord Of The Rings Trilogy Extended Edition:
If the weather outside is miserable and you have ten hours to spare, why not hold a special family event and watch the extended edition of the Lord Of The Rings film trilogy. The Fellowship Of The Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return Of The King are director Peter Jackson's magnum opus and he has created perfect film versions of J. R. R. Tolkien's beloved tales of Middle Earth. The acting is exceptional, the special effects and battle scenes are beyond amazing and the script writing is true to the author's work in every detail. The Lord Of The Rings film trilogy is an epic achievement in movie making and even the most demanding fan of Tolkien's writing will approve. Jackson brings the world of hobbits, humans, wizards, elves, dwarves, orcs, trolls and evil sorcerers to life and the result is absolute, unadulterated bliss.
3. The Jurassic Park Trilogy:
This three movie journey will only take about seven hours, but it is certainly worth the time and effort. Jurassic Park, The Lost World: Jurassic Park and Jurassic Park III are all from the incredible imagination of producer Steven Spielberg, who also directed the first two films in the series. The CGI dinosaurs are simply stunning and the confrontation between the creatures and modern humans perfectly illustrates the fragility of our species. Spielberg and his team managed to bring the prehistoric world back to life and all three films offer viewers an exciting motion picture adventure. If you are a fan of action movies or a dinosaur lover, these films are the closest thing to stepping into a time machine and travelling back 200 million years to the dawn of time. Just remember not to steal any raptor eggs along the way and you should survive to your motion picture journey.
4. The Fifth Element:
The Fifth Element is a 1997 English-language French science fiction film directed, co-written, and based on a story by Luc Besson. The film stars Bruce Willis, Gary Oldman, and Milla Jovovich. The Fifth Element is the story of a perfect being, in the form of the luscious Ms. Jovovich, who is sent to defend the earth from the destructive power of the "Great Evil." Gary Oldman is over the top terrific as the "Great Evil's" earthly henchman and Bruce Willis is excellent as the reluctant, lovelorn cab driver who must help the perfect being save the human race. The futuristic sets and special effects are world class and the film is a delightful science fiction romp. Ian Holm joins the fun as a frazzled priest and the scenes on the space going ocean liner are glorious. Every single character, even the most unimportant extra, is sculpted to perfection by the film's talented creator, Luc Besson, who is also the genius behind LÈon: The Professional.
5. Alice In Wonderland:
Alice in Wonderland is a 2010 American computer-animated and live action fantasy film directed by Tim Burton, written by Linda Woolverton, and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The film stars Mia Wasikowska as Alice Kingsleigh, as well as Johnny Depp, Anne Hathaway, and Helena Bonham Carter. Director Burton's cinematic retelling of the Lewis Carroll classic was one of the motion picture highlights of 2010. Johnny Depp is perfectly cast as the Mad Hatter and newcomer Mia Wasikowska is marvelous as the brave Alice. Alan Rickman voiced Absolem, the Caterpillar with his usual panache and Helena Bonham Carter is superb as the grumpy, terrifying Red Queen. Every frame of the film is filled with wonder and Burton's "Alice" is simply the best "Alice" ever. By the end of the film, you won't be able to resist the temptation to shout, "off with their heads!"
Italian Action Movies: Sword And Sandal Epics Of The 1950s And 1960s
Movie lovers who were born in the aftermath of World War Two probably have fond memories of spending Saturday afternoons watching Mr. Universe Steve Reeves as the first Hercules in a series of Italian made action movies. The genre, known as Peplum or Sword and Sandal, was a mainstay of the Italian studio system throughout the 1950s and 1960s.
After Mr. Reeves seriously injured his shoulder doing his own stunts, he grew tired of portraying historical heroes for relatively low pay compared to Hollywood actors and retired from the motion picture industry. He was replaced by a steady stream of muscular actors including another Mr. Universe named Reg Park, Jane Mansfield's husband Mickey Hargitay, Gordon Scott, Kirk Morris, Mark Forest, Alan Steel, Dan Vadis, Brad Harris and Peter Lupus, who went on to co-star in the Mission: Impossible television series.
In addition to the popular Hercules epics, Sword and Sandal movies also portrayed many other famous heroes of mythology, including Samson, Goliath, Ursus, Italy's own popular folk hero Maciste and famous historical figures such as Julius Caesar, Cleopatra and Hannibal. The screenwriters and directors took extreme liberties with the facts of history, placing their characters in the wrong time periods and creating massive battles with weapons and costumes that were many centuries out of date.
The main focus of Sword and Sandal movies was the constant conflict between good and evil, built around heroic quests and damsels in distress. Some of the great European beauties of the era were featured in Peplum films. Sylva Koscina appeared in two Hercules films opposite Steve Reeves and American sex symbol Jayne Mansfield appeared with husband Hargitay in The Loves of Hercules. Other sultry female leads included Fay Spain, Diana Hyland, Jany Clair and Daniela Rocca.
Eventually, the genre ran out of steam and Sword and Sandal epics were relegated to filling difficult time slots on American television. While many motion picture buffs still enjoy watching Steve Reeves or Reg Park flex their way through one fight scene after the other against legions of enemy soldiers, the films were never intended to be much more than low budget, quickly made romps through pseudo-history. Sword and Sandal films were certainly entertaining and full of great eye candy, but like many other movies from the golden era of Italian Cinema, their time has come and gone. Thank goodness we can still enjoy them on the Internet and cable television.
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Loses That Tolkien Feeling
Many of the reviews of Peter Jackson's latest Tolkien film, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey…
…complained about the length of the movie and accused the director of padding the film with unnecessary scenes. Other writers disliked the new 48 frame per second technology that gave the film its hyper-realistic visuals, claiming it made The Hobbit look so real it was distracting and unnatural.
These complaints are basically nitpicking. Each of the Lord Of The Rings films was longer than The Hobbit and just as packed with detail. After the three previous Tolkien films by Jackson, only a person who lived in a cave in the Arctic wouldn't know what to expect from the director when he brings Tolkien's world to life on the silver screen.
As for the complaints about the new 48 FPS technology, the film is also available in a standard 24 FPS version, so anyone who finds the new style uncomfortable has an alternative. All in all, The Hobbit is a delightful motion picture and fans of the Lord Of The Rings film trilogy are thrilled with Jackson latest effort.
Although The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is a major success, grossing over one billion dollars at the box office, there is one area of legitimate complaint about the film, and that is the emotional tone. While Jackson remained true to the level of detail found in all of Tolkien's writing, he occasionally strayed off the path when he set the mood for his movie. In several areas, he simply lost the "Tolkien feeling" that was ever present in Jackson's previous Tolkien films.
The film drifts between a primer on the lifestyle of dwarves and hobbits and a war movie. Action scenes dominate The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey and combat is realized in glorious, gory detail. While the Lord Of The Rings was certainly about a war between two opposing civilizations, Tolkien intended The Hobbit to be a journey of personal discovery. The book was originally written to amuse his children and has a definite tone of innocence.
Many of the critics took major offense to the opening party in Bilbo's hobbit hole.
Bemoaning the amount of time the movie devotes to these scenes. The real issue is the chaos created by packing 15 characters, all of whom are important to the story, into such a tiny space. It is almost impossible to tell one dwarf from the other, and as a result, the story starts to drag.
Even in these early scenes the tone changes from the novel; Tolkien's dwarves are kinder and more entertaining; Jackson's dwarves have an air of desperation and they barge into Bilbo's life like a pack of bandits. The good dwarves of Tolkien become Jackson's little band of inconsiderate, troublesome louts.
The scenes in Goblin Town are so overdone they turn the encounter into a super duper roller coaster ride through the greatest amusement park in all creation. Bilbo's scenes with Gollum are brilliant, but his escape from the fiend, so wonderfully detailed in the novel, is diluted into a 30 second dash up a single tunnel. It would have served the director better if he had shortened the scenes in Bilbo's home and added more time to the encounter between Bilbo and Gollum. After all, the finding of the ring is the crucial moment for all the adventures to come in the Lord Of The Rings.
For anyone who loves Tolkien, the visit to Rivendell is a major highlight of the story. In Jackson's film, Bilbo's meeting with his beloved elves is rewritten into a nasty argument between Saruman and Gandalf with Galadriel as the referee. In the original story, Galadriel and Saruman are nowhere to be found, and Thorin's group is welcomed with open arms by Elrond and his elves.
Instead of a contentious, almost hostile encounter between angry dwarves and suspicious elves found in the film, the proper visit to Rivendell is a celebration of all the good things left in Middle Earth. The elves sing, dance, feast, and share lore with their guests, then fully equip them for the next stage of their journey. Thorin and company leave Rivendell on Mid-Summer morning basking in the sunshine, not by sneaking off like thieves in the night, with Bilbo racing after them. The film clearly misses the boat in this important area and completely changes the emotional tone of the story.
The race between a pack of Wargs, and the wizard Radagast on a sled pulled by giant rabbits, is so ridiculous and out of place that Jackson should hang his head in shame. This is the one truly awful addition to film that is nowhere to be found in anything Tolkien ever wrote. Why Jackson, who is so devoted to Tolkien's Legendarium, decided to add this nonsense is truly mystifying. The time wasted making a nature loving wizard look like a total idiot could have been better spent expanding the visit to Rivendell or Bilbo's escape from Gollum.
While we do understand that the director and his screenwriters…
…must occasionally alter or re-arrange important plot points and story details to create a film that flows and makes sense, it does seem that Jackson changed the overall tone of The Hobbit from a wondrous adventure of discovery and danger into a 169 minute running battle, interspersed with interludes of calm that leave the viewer wondering if they are actually watching two movies.
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is a good movie, although it is not up to the standard of Jackson's previous Tolkien films. It is to be hoped that the director will understand the failings of Part One of The Hobbit film trilogy and improve the structure of the next two movies to embrace all the subtlety and wonder that Tolkien instilled in his writing. After all, it took all three films before The Lord Of The Rings was revealed in all its cinematic glory and it is to be hoped this will be the case with Peter Jackson's Hobbit trilogy.
Pulse Pounding Excitement And Thrills: Great Action Movies
Everyone enjoys a great action movie.
There is no better way to forget your troubles and enjoy a couple of hours of pulse pounding excitement, and a roller coaster ride of thrills, than to watch action stars like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sylvester Stallone, Milla Jovovich, Bruce Willis, and Angelina Jolie go through their paces.
These muscular men and athletic women have all starred in some of the most entertaining and spectacular action films of recent years. What they may lack lack in dramatic skills, they make up with bravado and sheer guts, as they careen across the screen in a hail of bullets. Their ability to defy the logic of physics, and survive against all the odds, allows the rest of us mere mortals to safely imagine the life of a secret agent or super soldier without spilling a drop of our precious blood.
It's time to get ready to enjoy the adventure as we celebrate some of our favorite action movies. Grab an energy drink, put on your favorite camo, and settle back for the fantasy ride of a lifetime.
1. Die Hard:
What better way to vent your aggression and relieve your stress than to cheer along Bruce Willis as he wages war against a skyscraper full of terrorists in the Nakatomi Tower. Watch Bruce get battered, beaten and cut to ribbons as he singlehandely takes on a small army of Eastern European bad guys out to steal millions in bearer bonds. Alan Rickman join the fun as the head terrorist, complete with impeccably tailored suits and a variety of useful accents.
2. Terminator 2:
Arnold Schwarzenegger stars in James Cameron's ground breaking action thriller. The Austrian Oak is back as the unstoppable killer robot from the future, who destroys his enemies while shouting sarcastic one liners faster than comedian Don Rickles. This time, the terminator has been re-programmed to protect instead of destroy, when he is sent back in time to defend resistance leader John Connor and his slightly paranoid mother against an even more powerful terminator robot, played to perfection by Robert Patrick. Loaded with revolutionary special effects and the most advanced CGI of its time, Terminator 2 is guaranteed to keep you glued to the edge of your seat from start to finish.
3. Resident Evil 1 – 5:
The best zombie movies of the 21st century, these five gems, starring Milla Jovovich as Alice, feature an army of strange and frightening zombies of every imaginable size and shape; all dedicated to the task of killing Alice and feeding on the remains of humanity. Alice is able to bond with the deadly T- Virus that caused the zombie outbreak, which makes her immune to becoming a zombie, and grants her several useful superpowers. Alice battles for survival against endless hordes of zombies, while she tries to save the few remaining human who are still uninfected, and kill Chairman Albert Wesker, the lunatic head of the Umbrella Corporation and the man behind the zombie plague. The Resident Evil movies are the film industry's most successful series based on a video game, and despite largely negative reviews from the critics, the films have a huge following with the general public.
4. The Expendables:
Written, directed, and starring Sylvester Stallone, this action adventure about a group of well meaning mercenaries who will take on any job, no matter how dangerous, co-stars a virtual who's who of action heroes, including Jason Statham, Dolph Lundgren, Jet Li, Mickey Rourke, Gary Daniels, Bruce Willis, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Randy Couture, Terry Crews, and Stone Cold Steve Austin. Packed with death defying stunts, bulging muscles, sweat, grime and bloodshed, The Expendables is one of the most epic action movies ever to grace the silver screen.
5. Lara Croft: Tomb Raider
There isn't a video gamer or teenage boy alive who doesn't know and love Lara Croft, the buxom heroine of Lara Croft: Tomb Raider. Angelina Jolie stars as Lara, the ultra rich daughter of an eccentric archaeologist and leading member of the Illuminati. Lara is a superb athlete with incredible combat skills, which she puts to good use digging up tombs filled with ancient treasures. After receiving a cryptic message from her long missing father, Lara seeks to resolve his disappearance and recover the two halves of the Triangle of Light, a mysterious device with phenomenal destructive power that grants its user control of time and space. After discovering the first half of the Triangle, Laura is forced into a life or death race to find the second half of the device. Her opponents are powerful members of the Illuminati who want to use the Triangle of Light to control the world. The film takes Lara to a wide variety of exotic locations and we are treated to an amazing array of fantastic stunts and set pieces; all of which show off Ms. Jolie's ample figure to perfection.
They Came From Another World: Plan Nine From Outer Space
Strange creatures, cattle mutilation, crop circles, men in black, lights in the sky, death rays and screaming crowds of panicked humanity. These are just some of the indicators of a great alien invasion movie. Ever since Kenneth Arnold's famous Mount Rainier sighting in 1947, flying saucers and alien invasions have been a popular subject for Hollywood.
The 1950′s were a fertile period for space invasion films. Dozens of black and white B movies featuring aging former stars, local beauty queens, and side show freaks were made for less money than a 21st century television commercial. From this treasure trove of mediocrity, one particular film stands out as the all time great B movie classic; Plan Nine From Outer Space.
Directed by Ed Wood, one of Hollywood's most unusual personalities, and starring Gregory Walcott, Mona McKinnon, Tor Johnson and Maila "Vampira" Nurmi, Plan Nine is an endless feast of insanity and cost cutting techniques. Wood even used left over silent footage of recently deceased horror film legend Bela Lugosi to create 79 minutes of absolute mayhem.
The plot, as thin as it was, involved outer space creatures who were seeking to stop mankind from creating a doomsday weapon that would destroy the universe. The aliens prowl earth's graveyards, resurrecting the dead, and causing chaos, as part of their plan to frighten humanity into compliance.
Several of the actors stood out for their unusual demeanor and appearance. Swedish professional wrestler Tor Johnson was cast as Police Inspector Dan Clay. After being killed by a horde of zombies, he was reanimated and used as the alien's muscleman to kidnap beautiful earth women. Film buffs delight over the scenes with Johnson as a bug eyed, shuffling, 300 pound zombie in a business suit, slowly making his way across the screen with a scantily clad female in his arms.
Bela Lugosi needs little introduction to movie lovers. He was an absolute legend as an actor in some the very best horror movies ever made. His unforgettable performance as Dracula in the 1931 film version of Bram Stoker's novel is one of the iconic performances in motion picture history. Sadly, Lugosi's career was in serious decline, and he died before the production on Plan Nine began. Wood was forced to scour his archives for usable footage of the late actor and many of Lugosi's scenes in Plan Nine were actually from an abandoned project tentatively named Tomb of the Vampire.
Finnish Actress Maila Nurmi was well known in the film and television industry as Vampira; a sexy Morticia Adams clone complete with a skintight long black dress, fright night makeup, and a ghoulish demeanor. Nurmi brought Vampira to life in Plan Nine From Outer Space as a female alien bent on humanity's destruction.
Plan Nine From Outer Space occupies a unique place in film history as both the worst movie ever made and as the best of the best of campy alien invasion movies. Directed by a man with a penchant for wearing woman's clothing, and starring a collection of misfits and lunatics, Plan Nine will always be a film lovers first choice for a late night thriller or as a perfect way to kill time on a rainy Saturday afternoon.


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atalaya505 Posts: 18Past experience with non-runflat tires is NO predictor of how you will fare with run flats. Before run flats, I had been driving almost exclusively on 45 profile tires for almost 20 years and had never had a tire fail due to an impact.
Driving on the same roads at the same speed with BMW 45 profile runflats was a nightmare. I previously had had no idea how bad the roads I regularly drive on are.
When I switched the BMW to non-runflats and lighter, stronger wheels, it was like getting a new car. Impact noise is WAY down. Ride and handling are better. And, the pothole problem completely went away. It is like I am driving on different roads. -
atalaya505 Posts: 18After thinking about this for a little longer, here is what I would do if I were you:
Cancel your insurance.
Use the money you save to buy a good set of non-runflat tires and mounting with expert dynamic balancing. Plus a Conti inflation kit. You will still have a bunch of money left over.
The new tires will make your car quieter, better riding and better handling. And, you will have no more problems with potholes than you would have had with any other car.
If you get a puncture, the the Conti pump will re-inflate your tire and inject sealant that will allow you to drive at least as far as you could with a run flat (or a temporary spare).
The only reason that we also have a full sized spare is that we spend too much time a long way from anywhere and wanted the peace of mind of knowing that we could always get home. -
busiris Posts: 3,490So, what you're saying is that the wheel and tire "protection" insurance is a money loser for the agent selling it, since wheel and tire issues are practically guaranteed with RFT's.
Obviously, you don't understand how insurance works...
Folks either seem to love or hate RFT's. And, it isn't too difficult to pick out either side by the comments they make.
Past driving experience is the sole best predictor of what one might expect in the future, all other conditions being equal.
There's a huge difference, however, between prediction and guarantee. -
atalaya505 Posts: 18Not saying that RFTs are guaranteed to fail. Our oldest daughter and her husband wore through the RFTs that came on their 328xi with no failures. The same is probably true of most people who drive where the roads are reasonably good. Those of us who drive in areas where roads aren't so good are much more likely to have continuing problems. Ask Car and Driver about their experiences.
It just seems to me that if you are worried about RFT's, it doesn't make sense to spend the money on the insurance. For considerably less money you can mount a good set of non-RFTs and carry a Conti Mobility kit.
When the RFTs wore down, our daughter replaced the RFT's on their 328xi with conventional all-seasons. "That transformed the car", she said. "We should have done this from the beginning." -
james27 Posts: 433Depending on the size of the hole, the mobility kit may not seal it. But, while it may take awhile, you do have the free towing!
From a functional viewpoint, the advantage of a RFT is you choose where to stop within the max range of the safety margins. With regular tires, you must stop right away, or you'll trash the tire and probably the wheel (and maybe more, if the shreaded tire takes out brake lines, etc.).
RFT are getting better...Tirerack said on some of the newest generation ones they've tested, they rode as well as the equivalent normal tire in the same brand's family. The Goodyears I have on mine are not the greatest, but I do have some RFT winter Michelins I run for part of the year, and they're actually quieter and handle almost as well along with being a softer compound which lessens impacts.
Luckily, so far, I've not had a problem and hope to keep it that way! -
stevenlh1 Posts: 2I recently put new Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires on my 2003 530i with sport package (tire size 235/45-17). These tires are Consumer Reports highest rated high-performance summer tire and got very good user reviews on Tire Rack, where I bought them. So far I like them, but they are somewhat noisier and not as smooth riding as I would like. I still have a few days to exchange them under Michelin's 30-day guarantee, and I'm considering going with Michelin
Primacy MXM4 instead, to, hopefully, get a bit quieter and more compliant ride. If anyone has experience with either of these tires (or comparable Michelin) on your BMW, please let me know your thought/recommendations. Thanks! -
goodmaj1 Posts: 13Nice to see another e39 out there. I currently run Toyos on my e39 M5 but aren't a huge fan. Lots of M5 owners really like the PSS', I'm a little surprised you're having issues. I prefer an A/S setup to summer, so I'd recommend the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus or the Conti Extreme Contact DWS. The DWS' are a little soft on the sidewalls but the tread isn't directional so you can at least rotate side/side. I love the Michelins though.
You should check out m5board.com, the e39 discussion area, for tire recommendations. Lots of threads there. -
530ir1150r Posts: 263I use Pilot Sport PS 2s on my 2002 530i sport package. I bought my latest set last May on clearance, they may or may not still be available. They have been the best Michelins I've ever used. Also, PS2s have been the last two sets on my wife's Saab 9-3 and I intend to replace them early next year with Super Sports.
wardie3 Posts: 1Our 2010 X-1 has had 3 RFT replacements since new- all pothole damaged. We are considering replacing the RFT's with Michelins on 850 kg rated alloy 16" rims (to give us another 1" of sidewall), but I am nervous about any 'consequences'. The tyre dealer has done his homework and assures me this will work, but he's selling a product and won't back up his assurances in writing....
atalaya505 Posts: 18IMHO, the best thing you can do to improve a BMW is to replace RFTs with conventional tires. Our older daughter and her husband live in Washington, DC (lots of potholes). When the RFTs wore down they replaced them with Michelin all season tires and a Conti Mobility Kit. They say that the swap transformed the car. Impacts that used to jar the car are now handled with aplomb. Significantly quieter, smoother riding. Handling is at least as good. If they ever do have a flat, the Conti kit will give them about the same mobility that they would have had with the RFTs.
I have had a similar experience with my 535xi. We frequently drive through pretty empty country from the Rockies to the Pacific. After spending over $1000 for a new wheel and complete 4 wheel alignment after hitting a modest pot hole at speed (and almost being stranded), I stacked the OEM wheels and tires in my garage and replaced them with five OZ rims mounted with Conti Extreme Contact DWS tires (for four season driving) and the Mobility kit. The full size spare takes up a bunch of trunk space, but we work around that with a set of suitcases and boxes that neatly fill the remaining space. We have traded trunk space for the piece of mind knowing that we are not going to be stranded 100's of miles from nowhere.
The change transformed our car. Sharp impacts that used to shudder through the car are now hardly noticed. The car is much quieter and smoother riding. Grip is better, especially in the rain. And, for the first 20,000 miles at least, we had snow traction that was about halfway between that of standard AS tires and dedicated winter tires.
I spent the $ on the OZ wheels because they are lighter and stronger than the BMW wheels. The damage to the BMW wheel had been so severe that I thought I needed stronger wheels. It turns out that I probably did not. The Conti All seasons absorb so much more shock that it is hard to believe that this is the same car.
With the RFTs, the suspension set-up on this car allowed the suspension to bottom out on hard impacts. I had worried that this might still happen even with more absorbent tires. But, it turns out that it was ALL the RFTs. I was driving on tires with sidewalls so stiff that rather than absorbing impact they transmitted most of it directly to the rim — and from there to the entire structure of the car.
If we had not made this change, we would not have kept the car.
BMW will tell you that using "non-approved" tires voids the warrantee coverage on tires, wheels and suspension. But, when I had over $1000 worth of pot hole damage to my then-new 535xi with factory wheels and tires, they told me that this was road damage and not covered by the warrantee. So, it is hard to see what am missing. (And, since I still have my original tires and wheels, I can always put these back on if I need to.)
Ditch the RFTs. You will never regret it. IF your X-1 has 45 or higher profile tires (as my 535 does), I don't think that there is any need to move to smaller wheels and higher profile tires. If it has 40 profile tires, then I would make the switch. 35's and 40's have awfully small sidewalls — which makes them less absorbent and more fragile.
Good luck!! -
acctprof1 Posts: 2I bought a new 535i on May 28. It has the Continental 245/45 RFT. After the first road trip I called the dealer to come get the car and balance the wheels. The sun visor vibrated as I drove down the freeway and I could feel the vibration in the steering wheel and my rear end.
The dealer replaced a tire that was out-of-round and checked the balance. According to them, everything is within the factory tolerance. However, I can still feel a vibration in the steering wheel. I asked the service manager if it was the RFT. He said bad ride with RFTs is an "old wives tale" and not a problem with newer versions (post-2008).
I'm ready to try conventional tires. -
barjean Posts: 1My advice is not to have a flat if you have the run flat tires. I had one go bad today and found they are back ordered nationally until after August 18 and that is not a firm date!!
My only choice was to replace all four tires with regular tires and now I have no spare! Spent 4 hours in the tire shop while they called every tire dealer within 100 miles including the BMW dealers and the BMW dealer laughed and said good luck! All this tells me that a lot of people are having the same problem, if no tires are available. The loud bang was also experienced when we hit a pothole and I suspect that is what put a bubble on the side of the tire. The series 5 BMW is 2011 and has 22,000 miles on it. I am not a happy camper! -
zimct Posts: 2Good Morning, I need Tire feedback and input on what to buy.
I have a 2011 BMW 550i XDrive. I need 4 new tires.
I have today: Goodyear Eagle LS2 245 45 / 18 100V - Good experience with then, but they did not run/last as many miles as I would have hoped for.
Also told to look at Continental Conti Pro Comtact SSR
Could you give me feedback on these two options and also on any others that are good options?
Thank you !!! -
roadburner Posts: 7,043If you are determined to stick with RFTs the Continentals would be OK. Me- I'd ditch the RFTs and buy the Michelin Premier A/S, which is a top-rated Grand Touring All Season tire. I run them on my son's X3 and I have no complaints.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport 1975 2002A 2007 Mazdaspeed 3 1999 Wrangler 1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica Wife's: 2009 328i Son's: 2004 X3 2.5


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What do you get when you take two stylists, adorable tots and a worthy cause? A Fashion War.
Fashion Stylist Kesha Styles Wilson is putting on another Fashion War titled 'My Mini Me' benefitting RAINN. The crowd will not only be wowed by the stylists creations gracing the runway, but also by a special appearance by Chicagolicious' Katrell Mendenhall – a reality television star known to transform the frumpy into glamorous.
Fashion War started last year. The first show was competition of stylists competing who had the better eye for fashion, hair and makeup. "You can go as out of the box or as funky as you want but the theme was fashion wars," explains Ms. Wilson.
The "My Mini Me" Fashion War and benefit will take place on March 10 at LaCuna Fitness (645 South Clark Street in Printers Row).
The selected beneficiary – Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) – is an organization that helps kids, which fits the overall theme of the Mini Me Fashion War. RAINN an anti-sexual assault organization working with local rape crisis centers. They were chosen because they stand for rape and incest, helping to give children a chance to speak out about violence.
Ms. Wilson's son, 10-year-old Baron Walker, will be debuting his sense of style at the show, as he will style some of the kids before they strut their stuff on the catwalk. "When he goes to school people tell him his style is amazing he wears bow ties and blazers all the time, and loves cool glasses. He is very stylish, he is putting his own outfit together for the the show as well as style some of the kids," shares Ms. Wilson.
Selecting the models was probably the toughest part. Ms. Wilson says she received over 175 submissions for children 2-11 years old. The search was narrowed down to 40 models selected based on runway experience and outgoing personalities, and most importantly being good in school.
Featuring a Carnival Couture-themed runway show, two competing stylists must use this theme as their focus for each mini model look. Creating 10 total looks, the stylists must also represent their individual style and personal vision. A panel of judges will rate on creativity, hair and makeup, accessories and combined fluidity of all elements.
Ms. Wilson has been in the fashion industry for over a decade with her experience in retail working at stores such as Nordstrom and Niemen Marcus and attending International Design School in Chicago. "My passion started when my friends were asking me to dress them, and then working in retail I became a personal shopper," she says.
When she's not busy planning Fashion Wars, Ms. Wilson continues to run her own company dressing and shopping for others. I couldn't resist asking her for some fashion advice. "Always keep your closet full of staple pieces (plain white blouse, little black dress) never throw them away, you can always put a pop of color or add a necklace and blazer and turn it into a different outfit." She also encourages all women to shop for the most flattering undergarments, because they help make your outfit look great.
"I like aesthetics and bold colors," shares Ms. Wilson. "I've fallen in love with the kids and turning them into little 'mini mes'. Kids love to dress just as much as adults."
In addition to the runway show, the event will feature many on-site vendors including children's boutiques, activity stations and interactive games. After perusing, parents can take their kids to the activities area and head to the 'parent zone,' an adult-only area where they can indulge in tasty light bites and cocktails while their 'mini me' enjoys the festivities!
The event will also feature a silent auction benefitting RAINN. "This issue is near and dear to my heart – I know there are thousands of other children, teens and adults who have been touched by RAINN in a way that has given them hope they never thought they would find again," says Ms. Wilson. "So many things are happening to our children, which is why I feel so passionate and want to give back to such a great cause."
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Athletes Oath
In the spirit of the Olympic Ideal, I pledge:
To Abide by the Rules of these Games,
To Respect the Officials that apply them,
To be Humble in Victory and Gracious in Defeat,
I am proud to be a Senior Games Athlete.
Dear Athletes and Friends:
I'm so pleased to report that the 2014 Bay Area Senior Games are completed. Reflecting on the 2014 Bay Area Senior Games, we are delighted at the turnout, the athletes, the performances and the friendships. Admission to the Games was FREE to all spectators, families and friends. The results are posted at www.bayareaseniorgames.org (either on the left side of the home page, under results or by going to the sports page, clicking on the icon for each sport and viewing the results.) Photos of the games are posted as well, with athletes sending in more photos on a daily basis. Finally, see the Facebook page for Bay Area Senior Games for even more.
ATHLETES: 1356, men and women over 50 – 20 Sports Total, plus the Solar Torch Relay, the Pasta Dinner Celebration and the Sports Basement Closing Reception. The first event, Badminton was Saturday, May 3 and the final event, Archery will finish Sunday, June 1. Fencing will be conducted in September.
Individual Sports - Archery, Badminton, Cycling, Feats of Strength, Fencing, Golf, Lawn Bowling, Pickleball, Racewalk, Racquetball, Road Race, Swimming, Table Tennis, Track & Field and Triathlon.
Team Sports – Basketball, Rugby, Soccer, Volleyball and Water Polo
- Soccer: 37 teams (455 players)
- Water Polo: 14 teams (153 players)
- Rugby: 2 teams (men) (40 players)
- Basketball: 12 teams (55 players)
- Volleyball: 8 teams (60 players)
Individual Sports
- Track & Field: 189
- Swimmers: 89
- Pickleball: 60
- Cyclists: 38
VOLUNTEERS: 150 great folks all wearing lime green shirts, including high school students performing community service, headed up by BASG esteemed volunteer coordinator, Bob Weder. Let's salute these extraordinary volunteers who keep the Games running!
SPORTS COMMISSIONERS: Please join me in thanking the 2014 Bay Area Senior Games Sports Commissioners – all of whom use their knowledge and love of their sport to ensure the Games provide the best competitive conditions possible!
- Archery: Karen Keating, Dawnell Scott
- Badminton: Jeff & Karen Fishback
- Basketball: Dave Newman, James Houston
- Cycling: Tom Simpson, Frank Scioscia
- Feats of Strength: Dale Harder, Bill Weinstock
- Fencing: Barbra Higgins, Rita Comes
- Golf: John Jay
- Lawn Bowling: Terry Hogan
- Race Walk: Alex Price
- Pickleball: Dick Hilder, Margaret Shindelus
- Racquetball: Merijean Kelley
- Road Race: Tom Service
- Rugby: Bob Benson
- Soccer: Mike Rohde, Laura Garrett
- Swimming; Michael Moore
- Table Tennis: Dennis Davis
- Track & Field: Leroy Milam
- Triathlon: Stanford Treeathlon
- Volleyball: Alexis Bryce
- Water Polo: Andy Burke
2014 SENIOR GAMES STAFF: Helen Mendel, Operations; Anne Warner Cribbs, CEO
SPONSORS: Humana, El Camino Hospital, Palo Alto Medical Foundation, Bay Area Pain Management, Sportability, The Sports Basement, Hobee's, City of Palo Alto, Stanford Athletics and BASOC (Bay Area Sports Organizing Committee) plus several valuable but anonymous contributors. Please note that the 2014 Bay Area Senior Games could not go on without these sponsors – we appreciate all their support.
- CYCLING at Ft. Ord, Monterey – Thanks to our sports chair, Tom Simpson, we found a closed cycling course on the former Ft. Ord in Monterey. This year, a one-day event, featured a 5K time trial and a 20 and 40K road race. Despite unseasonal high winds, all the cyclists had a great time and look forward to 2015 where we expect to have the course for two days and look forward to making this cycling event, the premier event for senior cyclists in Northern California.
- WOMENS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT – After years of trying, and thanks to Beth Schneider, the 2014 Bay Area Senior Games featured a women's basketball tournament. Looking forward to an even bigger tournament in 2015!
- PICKLEBALL – Added this year, the Bay Area Senior Games had three great days of Pickleball. There have been many requests over the years to include Pickleball – thanks to our sports chair Dick Hilder, assisted by Margaret Shindelus and the City of Walnut Creetk, sixty Pickleball players had a great time and look forward to the future!
More about the Solar Torch Run: In 2009 for the Summer National Senior Games, we said, "The Senior Games competitors, like the torch that was specially designed for them, are trailblazers and shining examples of how ingenuity, effort, perseverance and vision create a vital new paradigm that promotes health and sustainability for people and the planet." This comment is true in 2014 as well.
Runners from this year's Solar Torch Run are listed below. There is a Solar Torch Relay photo slide show posted at www.bayareaseniorgames.org
Runners for the 2014 Solar Torch Relay
- Runner 1: Barbra Higgins '84 Olympian, Fencer, Panama
- Runner 2: Dave Palaca, Representing Humana
- Runner 3: Sylvia Lee, Badminton
- Runner 4: Paul Lee, Badminton
- Runner 5: Rob Willis, Water Polo
- Runner 6: Carol Erickson, Water Polo
- Runner 7: Phyllis Karsten, Racewalk
- Runner 8: Ruben Alba, Hobees
- Runner 9: Darla Reetz Demitrios, Track & Field
- Runner 10: Rita Comes, Fencing
As we put the finishing touches on the 2014 Games – photos, thank you notes, invoices to pay, plans for next year, results, responses to questions and comments, we want to thank you all for your dedication to your sport, to competition and friendship.
REASON: Demonstrating that "the competition never ends" and that exercise and physical activity are the keys to a long, happy and healthy life.
Mission: To promote healthy lifestyles for seniors through education, fitness and the spirited competition of sports, while inspiring everyone to embrace health and appreciate and enjoy the value of sports related exercise.
I want to share this thought with all of you. "The Senior Games are at the heart of the meaning of the Olympic Movement. Though they inspire us all, It's still true that many people watch the Olympic Games, see mostly younger athletes at the prime of their performance and say "those athletes are amazing, but that's not me..." With the Senior Games, people of all ages, even those who did not think they could swim, run or jump anymore, are inspired to a more active, healthy and fulfilling life...that's the TRUE Olympic spirit and the real meaning of the Olympic Movement, a challenge to all of us to be the best we can be."
For those of you who journey to Pasadena to compete in the 2014 State Championships in June (and qualifier for the 2015 Summer National Senior Games in Minneapolis) – we wish you the best. This year there will be a second chance to qualify for the 2015 National Games – details and registration information will be on line at www.californiaseniorgames.org and www.bayareaseniorgames.org by July 1. The Bay Area Senior Games and the Wine Country Senior Games are working together to provide this opportunity. Having two qualifying events in California will enable us to qualify many more athletes from California.
And for all, our best wishes for a happy, healthy future –
We look forward to seeing you at the Second Chance Games or any of the California Games in 2015.
Chair, California Senior Games Association
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The U.S. Farm Bill is the primary agricultural and food policy tool of the federal government covering areas ranging from farm subsidies, nutrition programs and crop insurance.
The bill is usually amended every five years, and at nearly one trillion dollars, it's one of the more substantial pieces of legislation in Congress.
A new version of the bill was passed earlier in the U.S. Senate, but it never made it to the floor in the House of Representatives.
Congress will not be in session in October, as lawmakers head back to their home districts to focus on Nov. 6 elections. They are scheduled to return Nov. 13 for a post-election "lame-duck" session, which runs through the end of the year.
"Farmers are right in the middle of the harvest season right now, which is the bottom-line most important part of the growing season," said Randy Knight, president of the Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation. "The U.S. Farm Bill is the one thing that farmers shouldn't have to be worried about.
"Washington needs to step up to the plate and do what they're supposed to do and get us a Farm Bill passed so we'll know what we've got and be able to provide that safety net to keep our guys in business."
The Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation has been a strong voice in the fight for fairness in the new bill.
In March, the bureau announced it's dissent from the American Farm Bureau Federation's policy concerning the new bill.
"We feel like the American Farm Bureau Federation's policy on the Farm Bill did not adequately address the needs of Mississippi producers," said Knight. "We have notified AFBF that we will work with out congressional delegation in a different direction that better addresses the risks and hazards that we face in Mississippi."
Most programs in the 2008 Farm Bill will continue to operate without a new bill, including: crop insurance, the majority of conservation programs and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP, or food stamps.
According to Mississippi Congressman Alan Nunnellee, the congressional hang-up on passing a new bill revolves around the fact that about 80 percent of the Farm Bill spending would go to the SNAP program.
"There's this desire that if we're going to manage agriculture, that we've got to deal with some of the nutritional programs; and because of that I'm just not sure that we can get the votes, said Nunnellee in an interview with Mississippi Public Broadcasting. "That's what's got the Farm Bill in limbo right now."
In Mississippi, producers of commodities other than dairy will not see much of a difference until after the first of the year, if a new bill is not put into place by then.
Earlier this week, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack released the following statement about Congress' failure.
"In a year that has brought its share of challenges to America's farmers and ranchers, the House Republicans have added new uncertainty for rural America," he said. "Unfortunately, House Republicans left Washington without passing comprehensive, multi-year food, farm and jobs legislation — leaving thousands of farming families exposed.
"U.S. agriculture is fighting to maintain the tremendous momentum it has built over the past three years, but with natural disasters and other external forces threatening livelihoods of our farmers and ranchers, certainty is more important than ever," Vilsack continued. "Americans deserve a food, farm and jobs bill that reforms the safety net for producers in times of need, promotes the bio-based economy, conserves our natural resources, strengthens rural communities, promotes job growth in rural America, and supports food assistance to low-income families. Without the certainty of a multi-year bill, rural communities are being asked to shoulder undue burdens."


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23Islands aren't just for kitchens!
Materials: Ikea Groland Kitchen Island
Description: We are experienced do-it-yourselfers, and in a down-to-the studs bath remodel, we searched all over for unique vanities until we saw the Groland Islands at Ikea in Frisco, TX. We had a less than 8′ wall to use and purchased two islands. We left one island full size and, to fit the wall, on the second island we carefully measured and cut about a foot off the length of the butcher-block top as well as all the supporting pieces of the two long sides. We also cut four inches off the four legs because I'm way shorter than my husband.
We had to VERY carefully measure and re-drill all the holes for bolts, etc. on the new, cut, ends of the support pieces. We also had to cut an even amount from either end of the lattice shelf that sits below. The legs had to be routered off at the bottom so the little aluminum cuffs would slide on. We took our time and it worked out well. To seal the vanities, we added five coats of Minwax Polycrylic Protective Finish from Home Depot. We cut drain and faucet holes in the tops according to diagrams included with the sinks and we added big baskets underneath to hold our stuff.
~ Gary and Linda, Rowlett, Texas
23 Responses to Islands aren't just for kitchens!
I think it looks great! I like that it has the 2 levels too – very well done!
I agree.. It doesn't look like Ikea ether..
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Wow! One of the best hacks I've seen on here!
Looks great! Where did you get the sinks from?
Really really nice. Thanks for sharing.
very bold country. The round mirrors take it way back….way back to a beautiful place.
Great job.
Anybody that would build solid wood shelves over going Ikea wastes solid wood and doesn't respect the cost and quality of the mass produced factory manufacturing phenomenon of the 21st century.
What a waste of solid wood.
(great job!!)
That's a great idea! I am sure most couples have a height difference, yet I have never seen one like this. Very good idea!
Great look. However, I have used polycrylic in the bathroom and would NOT recommend it to any one. Try a water based polyurethane. I don't know why, but the polycrylic in my bath is peeling and letting h2o underneath the paint. I used polyurethane in another bath and it did not happen. I also used one of those type counters that Ikea makes, or used to make, for the bathroom that looks very similar to this one. We did not put anything on it and it has held up very well.
Great idea and they look very professional.
So fashionable! Love the sink stands and especially the tile behind. But I've always been curious – how do you wash your face without splashing water all over the place? I'd have to mop down the whole bathroom every time.
Thank you to everyone for your very nice comments. To anonymous on 7/30/11 – the sinks came from Home Depot, our home away from home. They were about $65 each in March. To anonymous on 8/1/11 – I was curious how the splashing would be as well, and we find that we do have to be more careful than before. There's always a few drops of water around that we just wipe up when we're done.
Good idea. Nice.
wow, looks beautiful. Really lovely!
Nice idea garry and linda… it fits with the surrounding.
Looks great! Just wondering how it's holding up to the wet environment of a bathroom. Have you experienced any warping or splitting since a bathroom can get rather steamy.
This is the first thing I've looked at on this site (new visitor!) and it's an absolutely excellent idea. They are practical, look great, provide storage and are so easy to do. Well done!
Great idea. very modern and functional.
can you please tell me where the faucets came from? Can you see piping from below? Did you just have to very carefully drill/cut out holes for the sink piping and faucets?
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In 2006, when he started for the Minnesota Vikings, Napoleon Harris read Politics for Dummies on road trips.
James Jones, who worked the political scene in Chicago, appreciated that the Northwestern star and NFL starter returned to Dixmoor for parades and parties.
''When they get that money, they go to L.A. or Florida. They're not coming back here,'' Jones said. ''But Napoleon always came back home.''
Along with other local leaders, Jones wanted to plant in Harris' head the idea of trading pigskins for politics.
Today Harris, 33, is the state senator-elect for the 15th district, and he just announced he's running for the congressional seat vacated by Jesse Jackson Jr.
After his final NFL season in 2008, Harris contemplated a career as a football analyst. His plans changed, though, while he operated his two Beggars Pizza franchises. He met people such as Evel Jones, who had a hard time finding a job to complement his class schedule at massage therapy school in Chicago.
''A lot of places, they didn't work around my schedule,'' Jones said.
But Jones impressed Harris with his ambition, so he was allowed to attend classes three days a week, then work the other four days at Beggars Pizza in Harvey as a cook.
''We're all looking for something that we're good at and make a contribution,'' Harris said. ''It's not like he didn't want to work. And he's a great worker.''
Jones, 23, graduates Dec. 22.
Politics for Dummies was fairly basic (''I said, 'It can't be that simple,' " Harris said), but he was struck by a quote in the book by Abraham Lincoln after he had lost an election. That was something that intimidated Harris somewhat.
''The fear of the unknown,'' Harris said. ''I can control the hours of operations of my businesses, but I can't control the people who are going to elect me.''
Harris, of course, had to overcome the stereotype of a former athlete.
''People automatically think that because you played professional sports that you're arrogant and you can't relate to people — almost like a diva,'' Harris said. ''But I'm far from any of that. I get along with most people from all walks of life.''
Erick Hawthorne of Flossmoor admitted he was ''cautious'' of Harris for that reason. But he heard him speak, and he was impressed with his candor and ideas.
''He just wants to give back," said Hawthorne, a retired real-estate agent who has volunteered to help Harris. ''He's a guy who is going to be accountable.''
The reaction since he announced his intention to run for Jackson's seat has been mostly but not completely positive, Harris said.
''Some old-school politicians say, 'Wait your turn. Don't ruffle any feathers,' " Harris said.
But Harris has a simple answer, one that's out of his hands: ''The people will decide.''
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Comfortable and good fit. Just needs a little softening up with wear. Can't expect them to be as comfortable as the last pair yet! If they last the best part of 10 years like the last pair then I won't complain.
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Comfortable and good fit. Just needs a little softening up with wear. Can't expect them to be as comfortable as the last pair yet! If they last the best part of 10 years like the last pair then I won't complain.
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Don't be put off by the other reviewers, although these sandals do take a bit of time to wear in, once you get used to them they're very comfortable. I live in a city in China where I find it too hot for shoes most of the year so I wear these nearly all the time. I love walking and have walked well over 200 miles in these sandals without any problems. In fact I came to this site to make sure I could replace mine when they eventually wear out!
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After viewing the cheaper Merrell sandals in the shops (as no one seems to stock more expensive Cody). I was dreading ordering the Cody on line. However when they arrived I was surprised to see that they appeared to be quite good quality far better that the rubbish in the shops. The main drawback was that my size 7 broad feet will not fit into a size 8 sandal. I guess its due to the extra thick padding - on the sandal. The length was fine but the straps would not meet! My old made in Vietnam sandals are still better made than the latest made in Chins though.
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During hot weather - hiking through tropical jungles - walking in rivers. Just normal activities.
I ignored the review from the guy who had problems with his ankles, big mistake! They are so hard around the heel and ankle area, why? Not a bit like the previous ones I owned and wore for years. In order to wear them I am going to have to try and re-design them, not what you want to do when you've just paid £85
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These well made sandals were a disaster for me. I have slightly low ankle bones and the sides of the sandals are extremely hard. The result that after about and hour of good walking I had cuts under both my ankle bones, and it was very painful. My advice is don't buy these sandals without trying them. Mine are going on sale in ebay for a few pounds. First and last time that I shall ever buy shoes on the internet.
Hi There, We are really sorry to hear that these sandals have not been right for you and have caused you discomfort. As with clothes, the fit of shoes can differ from person to person and it sounds like this style are not for you. One of our Customer Service team have sent you an email with some helpful advice. Thanks again - The Merrell Team.
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