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Sylacauga standout Shakayla Thomas earned first team honors in Class 5A. Thomas had an historic junior season. She scored an impressive 1,020 points in 32 games, which averaged out to 32 points per game. Her 1,020 points is the fifth most points in a single season in Alabama High School Athletic Association history. Thomas averaged 14.5 rebounds per game. The 465 boards she pulled down helped her become the all-time leader in rebounds in the AHSAA history.
"It is a blessing," Thomas said. "I want to thank God for this and my team helped me get where I am today. If it wasn't for them I wouldn't have any of this. I am grateful for the team that I did have. We are losing two seniors and we are coming back."
The 6-foot forward credits the work she puts in in the off-season for her stellar junior season.
"So far my junior year has been the best year of my career," Thomas said. "Being in the gym in the off-season has really paid off. They used to say if you worked out in the off-season it will show in the games, and it showed."
This is the fourth time that Thomas has earned a spot on the ASWA All-State team.
"We are very excited and honored that she is going to get an opportunity to be chosen one of the best in the state in Class 5A and possibly position herself for Player of the Year," Sylacauga head coach Derrick Crawford said. "She had a great year. She averaged 30 plus points, 15 rebounds, and 161 steals. I think she led the state in scoring and steals. I think she was second in rebounding in the state this past year, to go along with 113 assists. She is such an unselfish basketball players and such a pleasure to coach and watch. We didn't accomplish the goals that we wanted this past season. We are pleased with her output. She has lofty goals that she set. Her ultimate goal is to be the best player in the county. We still have business that we have to take care of next year. We talk daily about it and she is very hungry. This is a reward for her as well as her teammates. She has teammates that are very unselfish and gets her the ball when she is open. She knows that and she is very grateful to her teammates. It is a big day and we thank the sports writers, The Daily Home and everybody that was a part of making sure she had this opportunity. We are going to roll our sleeves up and go back to work."
Childersburg's Mac Kelley earned honorable mention All-State honors for the second season in a row.
Kelley averaged 18 points, seven rebounds and 240 steals to lead the Lady Tigers to an historic season.
"I was shocked because I didn't have the same season as I had last season," Kelley said. "To me, I started out a little slow and at the end I picked it up a little bit."
In the postseason, Kelley's points per game increased to 21.
"If we really wanted to make it anywhere we had to pick our games up and I had to pick my game up especially," Kelley said. "That's what we focused on during postseason and getting to the Regional tournament."
Childersburg head coach Johnny Johnson was elated when he found out Kelley made the All-State team.
"She had a great year for us," Johnson said. " She played a part in the Lady Tigers winning the area, sub-region, getting to the region and getting to the region championship. She played well and she had an awesome career at Childersburg High School.
Sylacauga's Kelvin (Tazz) Marbury earned honorable mention honors in Class 5A. Marbury averaged 17 points per game and helped the Aggies earn another 20 plus wins for the season.
"It was a surprise, but I am honored to be on it," Marbury said. "Coach put me in the right places at the right time and I just executed. I feel blessed to be on the team."
Sylacauga reached the Final Four in Marbury's junior season. The 6-foot-1 sharp shooter had 15 points in that game. That performance was a sneak peek of what the Aggie fans were getting this season. He said he was prepared to be the guy for Sylacauga this season.
"It was difficult, as I thought it would be," Marbury said. "My ninth-grade year, Coach Ball told me I was good enough to play on the B-team, but he wanted me to have the ball in my hand my ninth-grade year so when it was my time I would be able to execute."
Sylacauga head coach Josh Golden believes this is was a great way for Marbury's high school career to end.
"I think it is a fitting end to a good career for Tazz," Golden said. "He played three years of varsity basketball here and he has been a big part of the success the program has had the last three years. He averaged a little over 17 points per game; he was our leading scorer all season. He tied the school record in threes with eight on the night where he scored 37. It is unfortunate that he was injured in January. We really started playing well; we won nine out of 10 games before he got hurt. He came back and played hard for us down the stretch. He had 20 points against Talladega in the area tournament and you could tell he never really got to 100 percent. He is working hard now trying to get ready to play at next level and figure where he is going to be next year. I am proud of him. He is a great kid, he is a good student and he has good grades. He does things the right way. He is never in trouble, so he is a good person to represent our program."
CVA's Danielle Richardson earned honorable mention All-State honors in AISA.


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For over 20 years at my home synagogue, Temple Sinai of New Orleans, Rabbi Edward Cohn has presided over a fun thirty minute program in the spring entitled, "The Blessing of the Pets."
The rabbi's rationale for blessing the pets comes straight from Torah, and the Jewish concept of being God's partner on Earth: If God blessed the fish and the birds and gave us dominion over them as well as the beasts of the earth, and our job is to model "Godlike" behavior, we should also bless the pets!
According to the Torah, the animals were here first. The fish and birds created on the 5th day and the land animals on the 6th day before mankind was created. And our pets bless us every day with love and companionship. For that we should say Dayenu! But some pets also are trained to save lives, make our world safer and to enable the disabled. Plenty to honor.
There's a Sabbath connection, too – in the Torah, we are commanded to rest on Shabbat and we are also commanded to rest our animals on Shabbat. God has commanded not only to have dominion over the Earth and the life on it, but also to care for His world and bless it. Hence, blessing of the pets.
I've had some friends tell me that this isn't something their community does, so I started wondering: Is it a Southern phenomenon? A small-town practice? I've seen several churches in the area do pet blessing services, as well. Have you ever attended a pet blessing service? And while we're asking questions: When your dog sneezes to you find yourself reflexively saying to him/her, God bless you? (I do!)
It may not happen everywhere, but I love the Blessing of the Pets. I think that anything that brings the community together – two-footed and four footed – is an occasion for blessing! Plus, just look at these happy faces…
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Mensch Madness, Game 3: Mordechai vs. Moses!
In this alliterative Mensch Madness match up, Mordechai and Moses are about to meet!
This match is tough, because both of these mighty M-heroes saved the Jews from oppression and certain doom. At this point in the year, many may think that Mordy has the slight advantage because of his strong performance a few weeks ago during the Holiday of Purim. However, in the coming weeks Moses will steal the spotlight, yet again, as we begin our Passover celebrations.
Reviewing the Megillah (hey, another M!), it was indeed Mordechai who devised a plan that landed his (secretly Jewish!) niece Esther in the palace as the new Queen. Then, while Mordechai was patrolling the palace, he overheard a plan to kill the king. Mordechai gave word to the king, thwarting the assassination attempt, and King Ahashuerus recorded Mordy's deed in his royal diary. Mordechai's next challenge was an evil man named Haman (BOO!), who had climbed his way up to become the king's right-hand man – a Scottie Pippen/Michael Jordan type of relationship. One day Haman was walking though the city and ordered the civilians to bow, but Mordechai refused. Outraged, Haman plotted to kill all the Jewish people. Mordechai communicated with his niece, Queen Esther, and devised a plan to save their people. The plan worked and Haman was defeated. Mordechai saved all of the Team Jewish players, and became King Ahashuerus' new MVP.
Quick game recap for the other player today: Moses not only saved the lives of thousands of Israelite people, but also defeated the evil Pharaoh, led the Israelites out of Egypt, delivered God's laws, and helped create a new civilization. What impresses this ref most about Moses is that he did all of this without growing up within the Jewish community: since all Jewish baby boys were supposed to be killed, Moses' mother put him in a basket and sent him down the Sea of Reeds to save his life. After being discovered by Pharaoh's daughter, Moses was raised as an Egyptian Prince. Thus, after growing up as an iconic Egyptian royal figure, he dishonored what he thought was his heritage and took a chance that ultimately made him the greatest Jewish prophet in our tradition.positioned his niece Esther to become the queen of Persia. Then, while Mordechai was on patrol, guarding the Kings palace, he overheard a plan to kill the king, and thwarted that plot. King Ahasuerus recorded Mordechai's deed in his royal diary. Mordy's next challenge was an evil man named Haman. Haman had climbed his way up to become the king's right-hand man – a Scottie Pippen/Michael Jordan kind of relationship, you might say. One day Haman was walking though the city and ordered the civilians to bow, but our man Mordy refused. Outraged, Haman plotted to kill all the Jewish people. Learning of his plot, Mordechai communicated with his niece, now Queen Esther, and devised a plan to save their people. The plan worked and Haman was ousted and hung. Mordechai became a well respected, high ranking man in the eyes of King Ahasuerus – the new all-star on the team.
As impressive as it was for Mordechai to save the lives of so many Jews in Persia, Moses, along with help of God, created the lasting Israelite nation. The Torah states, "Never again did there arise in Israel a prophet like Moses – whom Adonai singled out, face to face, for the various signs and portents that the Adonai sent him to display in the land of Egypt, against Pharaoh and all his courtiers and his whole country, and for all the great might and awesome power that Moses displayed before all Israel (Deuteronomy 34:10 – 34:12)."
Looks like the Big Coach weighed in on this one – and so, Moses hits the shot at the buzzer and defeats Mordechai.
Who will go on to win Mensch Madness? Stay tuned, Southern & Jewish sports fans!
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Mensch Madness, Game 2: Devorah vs. Miriam!
It's a big sports week in the Jewish South! First, there's a new Jewish college basketball coach at a big school down here, which folks are clearly pretty excited about. And second…
It's time for Mensch Madness, Game Two!
We have a very close game today. Our number two seed, Miriam is up against our number three seed, Devorah.
This is going to be a tough match-up. Both of these powerhouses had a big impact, and both had songs written about them by Debbie Friedman, which elevates both in my eyes…
Let's start with Miriam: She is very well known, seeing as she is an important character in the story of Passover (coming up soon!) and the Exodus. As Moses' sister, Miriam was the one responsible for putting baby Moses in a basket and down the river, where the Pharaoh's daughter found him. Already brave, Miriam approached Pharaoh's daughter and told her that she knew a woman who could nurse the baby (hint: it's their mother, Yocheved).
Once the Jews were finally across the Red Sea, Miriam led everyone in song, dancing with her timbrel. During the Jews' time in the desert, a well of water followed Miriam because of her merit and righteousness. HOWEVER, we must not forget that Miriam suffers from the affliction of leprosy after she and her brother Aaron speak ill of Moses' wife, a Cushite woman. Lashon hara, gossip, is certainly not an admirable characteristic, but it shouldn't over shadow her positive attributes.
And then there's Devorah: She is not as public a figure as her competitor, but she was a great leader for the Jewish people after Moses, Miriam, and Aaron died. Devorah was a judge in Israel; she was a strong woman, without whom Barak (a general) would not enter battle: "If thou wilt go with me, then I will go; but if thou wilt not go with me, I will not go." Devorah is happy to join in the journey, but in being realistic about gender roles of the time reminds Barak that he will not receive any glory because a woman is accompanying him as an advisor in battle.
But Devorah does not flee from leadership, even despite the gender norms of the day. Devorah is therefore seen as a mother in Israel, during a time when leadership was much needed. Israel was finally at peace, with Devorah at the helm.
Miriam and Devorah were both amazing women, who are great role models among women from the Tanakh. In this very close game, every move counts… and Miriam fouled with her negative attitude towards Moses' wife, while Devorah accepted her leadership position and held court with poise. Her bravery and strength are ever-present, despite the male-dominated community.
As the only female judge of the time, I consider her a trailblazer, a pioneer, a winner in this round of Mensch Madness! See y'all at the next game!
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Le pont du Nord [Blu-ray] (Jacques Rivette, 1981) Review by Gary Tooze Production: Theatrical: Les Films du Losange Video: Eureka - Masters of Cinema - Spine #62 Disc: Region: 'B'-locked (as verified by the Oppo Blu-ray player) Runtime: 2:08:39.712 Disc Size: 37,624,054,555 bytes Feature Size: 37,616,527,104 bytes Video Bitrate: 34.91 Mbps Chapters: 17 Case: Standard Blu-ray case Release date: July 29th, 2013 Video: Aspect ratio: 1.37:1 Resolution: 1080p / 23.976 fps Video codec: MPEG-4 AVC Video Audio: LPCM Audio French 1152 kbps 1.0 / 48 kHz / 1152 kbps / 24-bit Subtitles: English (SDH), none Extras: • A lengthy booklet with writing about the film by Arthur Mas, Andy Rector, Serge Daney, and Caroline Champetier; writing from the original press - book by Jacques Rivette, and Jean Narboni; rare archival imagery Bitrate:
Description: The culmination of New Wave master Jacques
Rivette ' s legendary middle period (which ranged from L'
Amour fou through Out 1,
Céline and Julie Go Boating, Duelle,
Noroît, and Merry - Go - Round), Le Pont du
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paranoia intermingle; where the hinted - at stakes are
sanity, life, and death. The Film: A movie that pushes the conspiratorial playfulness of Rivette's Céline and Julie in directions both maddening and magical. Ogier and her daughter Pascale are here the crossed-paths comrades impulsively taking up the silent challenge of the city's codes: hopscotching the map of Paris' arrondissements and turning it into a life-size outdoor board game. As ever in Rivette's labyrinthine re-imaginings of the urban obstacle course, the rules and goals are obscure while the allusive clues, keys and signposts multiply alarmingly. Underworld and wonderland merge in the open air; joyous whimsy blurs with justified worry; and Rivette risks exploring the scarifying powers of fantasy and paranoia with a panning, punning documentary eye. With so many oblique strategies, a little irritation is inevitable...but if you could possibly imagine a pre-micro Tron, the leaps of faith needed here shouldn't be difficult. Excerpt from TimezOut Film Guide located HERE Mother and daughter performers Bulle and Pascale Ogier star as an appropriately mismatched duo in Jacques Rivette's inventive outdoor fantasy Le Pont du Nord. Much like Bulle's claustrophobic character Marie, Rivette's film can't bear to enter enclosed spaces: in one of its best scenes (captured in a single, breathless long take) Marie swoons and sways her way through an extended elevated train ride, and the film seems to share in her heady mindset, never quite knowing if its setting (a Paris slowly but surely succumbing to modernization) is a paradise or an inferno. It's an intentionally amateur production through and through—even the boom mic intrudes now and again, perversely heightening the sense of fantasy while simultaneously demolishing an already tenuous fourth wall. Excerpt from Slant Magazine located HEREImage : NOTE: The below Blu-ray captures were taken directly from the Blu-ray disc. Le pont du Nord appears true to the source on Blu-ray from The Masters of Cinema arm of Eureka Cinema in the UK. The image quality shows distinct textured grain and colors are bright and true. The film itself is just gorgeous and the 1080P exports that hypnotic quality. It is neither glossy nor pristinely sharp and the luscious grain may be the most distinct feature. It is transferred in the original 1.37:1 aspect ratio and it appears as though the dual-layered transfer, with very high bitrate, is a strong replication of the theatrical appearance now over 30-years ago. This Blu-ray has a very realistic film-like feel. Visually this is about as ravishingly rich and appealing as it gets. CLICK EACH BLU-RAY CAPTURE TO SEE ALL IMAGES IN FULL 1920X1080 RESOLUTION Audio :The audio is transferred via a linear PCM mono track at 1152 kbps in the original French language. The film is punctuated by many long-ish pauses but dialogue, when delivered, is clear and even. Background sounds of their walk are not remarkable. There is no score but we do get to hear Astor Piazzolla performing his own Libertango and Violentango which sounds clean but flat. There are optional English (SDH) subtitles and m y Oppo has identified it as being a region 'B'-locked. Extras : The only supplement is a standard MoC lavish, liner notes, booklet with writing about the film by Arthur Mas, Andy Rector, Serge Daney, and Caroline Champetier; writing from the original press - book by Jacques Rivette, and Jean Narboni and rare archival imagery.
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Secure authentication trends: Cloud biometrics, next-generation authentication
Date: Jun 18, 2012For enterprises that haven't revisited their authentication strategies in several years, it may be time to take a fresh look. According to Gartner Inc., a confluence of technology trends affecting enterprises – mobility, social media, cloud computing and big data – are having an effect on virtually every area of IT, including the market for enterprise authentication technology.
In this video interview at the 2012 Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit, Ant Allan, research vice president with Stamford, Conn.-based Gartner, discusses trends in secure authentication, including "cool" next-generation authentication technology, the emergence of cloud biometrics, why password-based authentication may simply be too great of a risk, and much more.


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This three-year grant is funded by the US Department of Education and is dedicated to helping preservice teachers recognize and use the power of technology for access and digital equity in urban schools. The project impacts over 300 preservice teachers and their school mentors across 4 BSC departments: mathematics, social studies, elementary education, and art education.
Our Preparing Tomorrow's Teachers to Use Technology grant has many unique features. First, it is an interdisciplinary grant involving members from art education, early childhood education, elementary education, mathematics education, and social studies education, the Center for Excellence in Urban and Rural Education, and Apple Computers. Second, it is focused on teaching in urban areas. Third, and most importantly, instead of asking what technological tools can be used in preservice programs, we asked: "What is good teaching and when can technology be used to help preservice students to be reflective about their own teaching and that of others?"
Project Director: Dr. John F. Siskar
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text: February 5, 2013, Johnson Valley, CA – The iconic King of the Hammers race in Johnson Valley, CA took on new meaning and added opportunity for education and fundraising this year as racers work to keep the area open to public recreation. The Marine Corps has been trying to annex the land for their use since 2007 under the auspice of training space and increased national security. Off-roaders including the race teams involved in King of the Hammers are fighting this move and working tirelessly to keep the 146,000 acres there open to public use. On February 5th DSquared Racing 4441, Big Ugly Racing 4435 and Race Prep Racing 4474 banded together during this year's race week with a unique and fun idea – let's sell cups and throw a party and give the money to the cause. Daren Henke of DSquared Racing said, "An event mid week when we are all working so hard to be ready to race just seemed perfect." Read More→


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Islamic dreams about Winning Play Cards find dream interpretations. Meanings & explanations for Winning Play Cards dictionary!
Winning Play Cards dream interpretations
Winning the presidency Dream Explanation
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Winning the election Dream Explanation
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Drummer Dream Explanation
— In a dream, a drummer represents festivities and joy. If a drummer visits a sick person in a dream, it means that the latter will shortly die and that drums will
at his funeral. On the other hand, it could mean that the sick person may recover and people will rejoice for his recovery and
music and drums to express their joy. A drummer in a dream also could represent someone who breaks the news. Seeing a drummer in a dream also may denote a colic illness. A drummer in a dream also represents a strong and an alarming person. A drummer in a dream can also be interpreted as one's abdomen, or someone who brings false news, or a procurer, or someone who calls people to falsehood. (Also see Drum)
Fool Dream Explanation
— (Impudence; Shamelessness; Silliness; Stupidity) To make fool of oneself in a dream means ignorance. To
silly before people in a dream means spiritual losses or foolishness. However, silliness in a dream is also interpreted to mean victory over one's enemy, rising in station or expansion of one's authority, if he is pretending.
Date pit Dream Explanation
— (Core; Pit) Having a date pit in a dream means
one's case in a court of justice.
Jihad Dream Explanation
— (Inner and outer struggle) Joining the warriors in the battlefield in a dream means that one is a true worshiper who attends to his regular prayers and pays his charities and due alms. If one sees the people charging toward the battlefield, it means that they will receive an endowment of divine forgiveness, victory, might and unity between the believers. To die as a martyr on Allah's path in a dream means joy, happiness and prosperity. Joining a jihad battle in the sea in a dream means poverty, failure and walking toward destruction.
a sea battle in Jihad against a tyrant in a dream means restoring one's religious commitment, and it could represent a protective jealousy for one's wife, or
a struggle in favor of one's parents. Victory in the battlefield during Jihad means profits in one's business. Returning from a holy war against an oppressor in a dream means that one may lose his religious commitment or disobey his parents, which is a major sin in Islam. (Also see Inner struggle)
Noah's Arc Dream Explanation
— Noah's arc in a dream represents happiness, joy, festivities, salvation, relief from distress and worries, protection against drowning, a wedding, a leading position, or
victory over one's enemy. (Also see Noah; Ship)
Oven Dream Explanation
— (Fire; Furnace; Grill; Head of household; Kiln; Range) If one sees himself lighting an oven for heating, or cooking on it in a dream, it means increase in earnings and benefits for one's own growth. An oven in a house in a dream means bringing a solution to a problem, or
victory over one's enemies. An oven without accumulation of ashes in a dream means a bad marriage. Dream interpretation of ovens varies sometimes depending on the type of oven one sees in his dream. A grilling oven in a dream means imprisonment for a free man and freedom for a jailed one. A grilling oven in a dream also represents a respected man of knowledge who is sought to deliver legal opinions or views of wisdom that will satisfy both parties in a claim. The house range in a dream represents the head of the household, the housekeeper, the butler, a treasure chest, one's coffer or a safety box. The baker's oven in a dream represents the governor's house, a juvenile correction house, fulfillment of one's needs, earning one's livelihood, or recovering from illness. If one bakes dough in a dream, it means satisfying one's needs, recovering from illness,
victory over one's enemies, or opponent,
a court case, teaching one's son a craft, sending one's child to a school, enlisting one's son in the army, or it could mean becoming wealthy. A bakery oven in a dream also represents one's source of income, revenues, or shop, or it could denote one's carnal self, its good and evil nature, or it could mean changes in one's life, profits and losses. Seeing an unknown bakery oven in a dream also represents the governor's house, or the court house because of the fires that are kindled therein from time to time — as fire in a dream signifies power and sovereignty. An oven in a dream also represents a marketplace. (Also see Furnace; Heater)
Stammer Dream Explanation
— Stammering in a dream means acquiring knowledge and a better religious understanding, or it may mean eloquence in speech. Stammering in a dream also means attaining a high ranking position, or
victory over one's enemies.
Bull Dream Explanation
— (Cow; Ox; Steer) A bull in a dream represents the chief of the council or the mayor of the town or village. Seeing a bull in a dream also means
the mayoral seat for a term or losing it after one year. If one sees himself owning a herd of steers in a dream, it means receiving a governmental office and a vast authority should he qualify for it. His employees support depends on how manageable is his herd. If a man sees himself riding a steer in a dream, it means dealing with a government employee. It also means that he will acquire what he intends. Seeing a bull in a dream also means fame. If one sees himself eating the head of a steer or a bull in a dream, it also means
a leadership seat in the government, except if the bull is red. If one is a merchant, then it means profit and prosperity for that year. If a steer is transformed into a wolf in a dream, it means that a government's employee will turn corrupt. A white bull in a dream means glad tidings and profits. If a steer or a cow butts against someone in the dream, it means that Allah is displeased with him. Eating bull's meat in a dream means financial comfort. If a bull bites someone in a dream, it means suffering from an illness or begetting children who will grow to be honorable and righteous people. If one sees an ox mooing at him in the dream, it means undertaking a distant or a long journey. If a farmer sees an ox plowing his fields in a dream, it means a good harvest for that year.
Lips Dream Explanation
— In a dream, lips represent man's pride, strength, virility, his helper, clarity of expression, eloquence, or special love for one's friend. The lower lip has more advantages than the upper lip in a dream. The upper lip represents a close friend, or someone one depends on in everything. Anything that affects one's lips in a dream, will manifest in any of the above. Lips in a dream also represent one's wife, child, or relatives. If one suffers pain from his lips in a dream, it means that such pain will come from one's friends. If one's lips are chopped off in the dream, it means that he engages in backbiting others. If only the lower lip is chopped off in the dream, it means that one may lose a helper or a provider. If the upper lip is missing in a dream, it means that one's life is void of blessings. If the lower lip is missing in the dream, then it represents a dying wife. If the upper lip is split in one's dream, it denotes double the effects concerning the person who is understood to be meant in the dream. If the lower lip is split or chapped in the dream, it means conducting a secret relationship with two women. If it is the upper lip, it means having two friends. If his chapped lips heal in the dream, then it means reconciliation between two friends, or
their consent regarding one's opinion or decision. If one's upper lip is cut off in a dream, it means severing relationship with a close friend. Lips in a dream also denote relatives or kinship. Lips in a dream also mean recovering from an illness, or forcing a jealous friend to follow one's directives, or hearing good news that will heal one's heart. Lips in a dream also represent a door attendant, boys, guards, locks, knowledge, guidance, food, drinks, marriage, happiness, sadness, or keeping secrets. Having no lips in a dream means loosing any of the above, or one's dream could mean a broken door, or loosing one's keys, or perhaps it could mean the death of one's parents, husband or wife. Lips in a dream also represent the livelihood of singers or musicians who
wind instruments for a living, or the livelihood of a glass blower. If one's lips look thin and rosy in a dream, they denote clarity of speech, guidance, good food, good drink and happiness. Thick lips with black or blue color in a dream represent laziness, languor, failure to present a verifiable proof or to bring a strong witness, or they could mean discomfort, or difficulty in earning one's livelihood. If a sick person sees his lips black or blue in a dream, it could mean his death. Closed lips in a dream represent one's eyelids, a vagina, the anus, the banks of a river or a well. (Also see Body)
Responding Dream Explanation
— (arb. Talbiyah) Responding to a call, or uttering and repeating a formula " Labbaika Allahumma Labbaik, " during the pilgrimage season in a dream means that one will capture his enemy and bring him to justice. Loud answering to a call in a dream means complaining before a judge, and
the case thereafter. (Also see Hajj; Feast of Immolation; Pilgrimage)
Button Dream Explanation
— (Buttonhole; Fastener; Man) A button in a dream represents protection, guarding one's honor, a just contract, money, or profits particularly if the button is made of silver or gold. A button and a buttonhole in a dream also represents a man and a woman. If an unwed person sees himself buttoning a shirt in a dream, it means that he will get married, or that he will
an important role in uniting two people, or to bring peace between two partners, or that he will revive an old and a forsaken project. Tying one's buttons in a dream means getting married, or going through difficult financial circumstances. Wearing a buttoned shirt in a dream means experiencing tight circumstances, or reuniting with a traveller returning home, or marriage of an unmarried person. (Also see Clothing)
Lay Dream Explanation
— (Lie; Repose) In a dream, if a man sees himself lying on his back over the floor, it means having good strength, or gaining one. It also means
worldly profits, or expansion of one's control. If one sees himself lying on his back on the floor with his mouth open and bread loaves coming out of his mouth, it means that he will lose control over his business, meanwhile, he may win something totally different.
Ladle Dream Explanation
— (Kitchen; Stew) A ladle in a dream represents a household manger, or the lady of the house who properly manages its finances. Eating meat cooked with vinegar from a ladle in a dream means living happily with dignity from money one has earned from his own labor, or it could mean serving the domestic needs of others, working for rich people and making good money, making healthy profits from one's trade, or
an important political appointment. (Also see Kitchen)
Jumping Dream Explanation
— (Bounce; Hop; Leap) To see oneself hopping on one leg in a dream means moving from an old place into a new one. If one takes a broad leap with one jump in his dream it means travels. Hopping on one leg because of an illness or an impairment in a dream means loss of half of one's money or property and finding it difficult to sustain one's needs with the balance. Playing football or hopping with a ball, or jumping while performing acrobatic exercises, or gymnastic feats in a dream means profits or benefits for someone who is used to
such games, or participates in such training. Otherwise, it could mean facing dangerous or severe adversity. In a dream, jumping from place to place also means false news, fabricated accusations, changing moods with one's friends, or finding oneself bored with them. If one jumps over a wall in a dream, it means that he will change from a believer into a disbeliever or follow the advice of a disbeliever. (Also see Jump)
Drainage Dream Explanation
— See Gargoyle. DRAWING LOTS.
• Drawing lots against someone and winning: Will triumph in a righteous matter.
• Drawing lots and being rejected: Will have worries and go to jail, then be saved, in view of the story of Yunus (Jonah) in the Holy Quran: "And lo! Jonah verily was of those sent [to warn], when he fled unto the laden ship. And they drew lots and was of those rejected; and the fish swallowed him while he was blameworthy; and had he not been one of those who glorify (Allah), he would have tarried in its belly till the day when they are raised." ("Al-Saffat" [Those Who Set the Ranks], verses 139–44.)
Shout Dream Explanation
— (Call; Cry; Human call; Outcry; Shout; Scream) Shouting at a gathering of people in a dream means
the title of a statesman, authority and power in an election, or presiding over people. If one sees himself shouting alone in a dream, it means that he will lose his power and his words will have impact. Shouting in a dream also denotes social turmoil, agitation caused by war, an earthquake, the drowning of a ship, or the spread of a new disease that will force people to turn to Allah Almighty for help. (Also see Calling someone)
Rising in station Dream Explanation
— (Rank; Status) In a dream, rising in station means falling in people's esteem. Love to preside over others in a dream means the reversal of one's conditions for the worst. If one sees himself in a dream working hard at
a leadership position, and if he wins an election in the dream, it means that he will grow in arrogance, then suffer from humiliation. Turning down an offer for a high ranking position or an elevated station in a dream means earning respect, honor, status and happiness. (Also see Army's flag; Rank)
Games Dream Explanation
— (Amusement; Cynicism; Playing games; Playing) To
games or to act sprightly in a dream means pride, arrogance, being cynical, profanity or defiling what is sacred in one's religion and lacking reverence for it. Playing backgammon in a dream means exaltation, gaining power, honor and rank, or it could denote one's pride, arrogance and cynicism. Playing with a wedding ring in a dream means concealing secrets, except if someone else appears in one's dream, then it could mean looking for a missing person. Sitting and playing with one's heels in a dream means governing. Playing football in a dream means reconciliation or making peace with one's enemy. If a sick person sees himself playing a game in a dream, it means recovering from his illness and returning to a normal healthy life. Playing cricket ball in a dream means a fight followed by reconciliation and peace. (Also see Backgammon; Cock fighting; Gambling; Ball; Bullfight)


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Angry residents beat a man to death and threw rocks at firefighters after a shantytown fire left thousands of people homeless, and another Christmas Day blaze in the Philippine capital left seven people dead, officials said Wednesday.
A resident was beaten to death by his neighbors after shouting that he started Tuesday's shantytown fire in suburban San Juan city, Senior Fire Officer Domingo Cabog said.
The man was reportedly drunk and was not responsible for the fire.
Cabog said the fire started in a house where children were playing with lighted candles. Some 5,000 people were left homeless and 13 people were hurt in the shantytown.
The injured included two firefighters and a volunteer hit by rocks that were thrown by impatient residents who tried to grab fire hoses to save their own shanties, Cabog said.
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The homeless were given shelter at a gymnasium and in tents. Police were investigating the beating death but no one was arrested Wednesday.
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All in all, I'm just really happy I don't have to write about a tie. The Chiefs snatched this one out of the Buffalo Bills' grasp just as time expired in overtime late Sunday afternoon at Arrowhead Stadium.
It was ugly. It took the Chiefs five quarters of football to beat the winless Buffalo Bills at home. Sad but true. Now here's the part where I say "don't let their record fool you" blah blah blah "Ryan Fitzpatrick is the second best rated QB in the league" blah blah blah. So now that's out of my system.
Here's the brutal truth Chiefs fans: the Chiefs don't have enough talent to blow out teams on a week to week basis. The San Francisco 49ers were a mess when they came to Arrowhead. The Jacksonville Jaguars game was a nailbiter, much like today, until the last five minutes of the fourth quarter.
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The Chiefs do however, have enough talent to WIN on a week to week basis. Who cares that it took us five quarters to beat the Bills? We're 5-2. Good teams find ways to win. It's a fact. The Chiefs may not have the most talent in the league, but they are well coached and disciplined.
Be happy that the Chiefs won today. This was the worst game we have played all season. Give the Bills credit as well. Their defense played well and they were prepared for our offense.
You also have to point out that not having Dexter McCluster active this week may have hurt our offense. He is a player that opposing defenses have to account for on every play. He's versatile. The rare OW (offensive weapon) that so many teams lust for. He allows the Chiefs to get creative on short yardage situations. We saw it today when the Chiefs went for it on fourth down early on. If McCluster is in the game at that point, he may have been double covered and allowed something else to open up downfield. If he's not, then he can run a screen, reverse, double-reverse-flea-flicker, whatever.
So now here we are. Week Nine, heading out to Oakland for the biggest Chiefs/Raiders matchup in years. Oakland is now sitting at 4-4, just 1.5 games behind the Chiefs' pace. The magnitude of this game matches that of the San Diego Monday Night Football matchup in Week One.
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Jedi Starfighter is being reduced tomorrow
Posted by Huw,I have it on good authority that the Obi-Wan's Jedi Startfighter (10215) will be reduced by 30% tomorrow to a more reasonable £66-ish.
LEGO has come to its senses, it seems, probably prompted by a huge unsold stack of them in a warehouse at Billund! It's an excellent model and a very interesting build, but probably not, if I'm honest, worth £95. But £66 is much nearer the mark and if you've been holding out for its price to drop, well, now you're in luck. It'll be at that price until the end of January.
Update: It being tomorrow now :-), the price has indeed been reduced by 30%...
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Only UK? :-(
Only this set or are their likely to other sets in the "January" sale?
Looks like it's down to $74.98 on shop.lego.com already. (at least for me in the US)
Much better looking price for this kit :)
I still say that had this have been an OT set they wouldn't have to do this. They could release a UCS twin-pod cloud car and it'd sell better.
Looks like a good offer, £66 is more reasonable but I still wont get it as I am saving towards the 2011 star wars stuff which looks fantastic.
On the US website, it is on sale, too; down from $99.99 to $74.98 in USD. Not a very great deal if uou ask me...
EDIT: FAIL! I posted this before I read flash0222's comment. Oops.
£66 = much better price per piece ratio. I think I'll buy this set in the next few days once I receive my pay for this month.
The set was horribly overpriced to begin with. If I were TLC I would keep the price reduced.
I was not excited about this set when it came out. I wouldn't buy it even if it came down to $30.
As a few have already noted, this set is already marked down to USD 74.98 on the US website.
For what it is worth, this set has been listed at this reduced price since the beginning of December.
The trouble is... when you see the set marked down to $75 US, which is roughly £50 UK... you still can't help but get the feeling UK customers are still being penalised somehow because it's ONLY 30% off. I'll wait to see if they end up doing what they had to do for the TIE Defender, and discount it 50% just to clear the stock.
69.99 E in France. Finally !
Interestingly, it is now 33,99 EUR in Luxembourg...
Will It be at that price until the end of January? or December?
^^^^^^ On the contrary (howevere that is spelled), I might get it if it was $30. It has a little over 500 pieces, and I believe that would be a pretty good deal. If LEGO keeps it around for that long...
It doesn't appear to be on sale yet in Brighton Lego Store, though i was hopeful
Nice to see it come down a bit. I always liked the set, but it is incredibly overpriced. At 30% off, I might get it, I guess we'll see. Thats crazy about Luxembourg - 66% off! A Real steal, I would be buying them up quickly at that rate!
@lukehankenobi - did you ask them to check the price at the checkout? They may not have had chance to change the prices on the boxes yet. The staff in the UK stores are really over-worked at the moment; as well as coping with the xmas rush & setting up for the sale, they've got a lot of staff off sick so are really short-handed.
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God's last instructions to Moses respecting Pharaoh and the Egyptians. (1-3) The death of the first-born threatened. (4-10)
Verses 1-3 A secret revelation was made to Moses while in the presence of Pharaoh, that he might give warning of the last dreadful judgment, before he went out. This was the last day of the servitude of Israel; they were about to go away. Their masters, who had abused them in their work, would have sent them away empty; but God provided that the labourers should not lose their hire, and ordered them to demand it now, at their departure, and it was given to them. God will right the injured, who in humble silence commit their cause to him; and none are losers at last by patient suffering. The Lord gave them favour in the sight of the Egyptians, by making it appear how much he favoured them. He also changed the spirit of the Egyptians toward them, and made them to be pitied of their oppressors. Those that honour God, he will honour.
Verses 4-10 The death of all the first-born in Egypt at once: this plague had been the first threatened, but is last executed. See how slow God is to wrath. The plague is foretold, the time is fixed; all their first-born should sleep the sleep of death, not silently, but so as to rouse the families at midnight. The prince was not too high to be reached by it, nor the slaves at the mill too low to be noticed. While angels slew the Egyptians, not so much as a dog should bark at any of the children of Israel. It is an earnest of the difference there shall be in the great day, between God's people and his enemies. Did men know what a difference God puts, and will put to eternity, between those that serve him and those that serve him not, religion would not seem to them an indifferent thing; nor would they act in it with so much carelessness as they do. When Moses had thus delivered his message, he went out from Pharaoh in great anger at his obstinacy; though he was the meekest of the men of the earth. The Scripture has foretold the unbelief of many who hear the gospel, that it might not be a surprise or stumbling-block to us, ( Romans 10:16 ) . Let us never think the worse of the gospel of Christ for the slights men put upon it. Pharaoh was hardened, yet he was compelled to abate his stern and haughty demands, till the Israelites got full freedom. In like manner the people of God will find that every struggle against their spiritual adversary, made in the might of Jesus Christ, every attempt to overcome him by the blood of the Lamb, and every desire to attain increasing likeness and love to that Lamb, will be rewarded by increasing freedom from the enemy of souls.
Exodus 11:1-10 . DEATH OF THE FIRST-BORN THREATENED.
1. the Lord said--rather, "had said unto Moses." It may be inferred, therefore, that he had been apprised that the crisis had now arrived, that the next plague would so effectually humble and alarm the mind of Pharaoh, that he would "thrust them out thence altogether"; and thus the word of Moses ( Exodus 10:29 ), must be regarded as a prediction.
2, 3. Speak now in the ears of the people--These verses, describing the communication which had been made in private to Moses, are inserted here as a parenthesis, and will be considered ( Exodus 12:35 ).
4. Thus saith the Lord, About midnight--Here is recorded the announcement of the last plague made in the most solemn manner to the king, on whose hardened heart all his painful experience had hitherto produced no softening, at least no permanently good effect.
will I go out into the midst of Egypt--language used after the manner of men.
5. And all the first-born in the land . . . shall die--The time, the suddenness, the dreadful severity of this coming calamity, and the peculiar description of victims, among both men and beasts, on whom it was to fall, would all contribute to aggravate its character.
the maid-servant that is behind the mill--The grinding of the meal for daily use in every household is commonly done by female slaves and is considered the lowest employment. Two portable millstones are used for the purpose, of which the uppermost is turned by a small wooden handle, and during the operation the maid sits behind the mill.
6. shall be a great cry throughout all the land--In the case of a death, people in the East set up loud wailings, and imagination may conceive what "a great cry" would be raised when death would invade every family in the kingdom.
7. against any of the children of Israel shall not a dog move his tongue--No town or village in Egypt or in the East generally is free from the nuisance of dogs, who prowl about the streets and make the most hideous noise at any passers-by at night. What an emphatic significance does the knowledge of this circumstance give to this fact in the sacred record, that on the awful night that was coming, when the air should be rent with the piercing shrieks of mourners, so great and universal would be the panic inspired by the hand of God, that not a dog would move his tongue against the children of Israel!
8. all these thy servants shall come down themselves unto me--This would be the effect of the universal terror; the hearts of the proudest would be humbled and do reverential homage to God, in the person of His representative.
went out . . . in a great anger--Holy and righteous indignation at the duplicity, repeated falsehood, and hardened impenitence of the king; and this strong emotion was stirred in the bosom of Moses, not at the ill reception given to himself, but the dishonor done to God ( Matthew 19:8 , Ephesians 4:26 ).


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The Arabian Nights
This production of Mary Zimmerman's 1994 take on the wonderful fables from the Islamic Golden Age is not the first Arabian Nights I have seen staged. But it is one of the most most joyous, honest and intelligent.
Sandy Grierson and Adura Onashile in The Arabian Nights at the Tricycle Theatre, London Photo: Tristram Kenton
It imagines our virgin-slaying King, who is told the tales by Scheherazade, as a knife-wielding shaven headed thug in a dirty vest. As with the source text, the framing device is deftly woven into the storytelling by a cracking ensemble who manage to weave in and out of their narratives and characters with the merest slip of a cloak or change of voice.
Aimed at kids, it is declamatory at times with big gestures. But room is also made for a more complicated dialogue between the stories and the central premise of Scheherazade trying to save her own skin by softening her husband.
The tales are often harsh and moralistic. But this production also manages a clever trick of feeling both modern and ancient. Richard Howell's brilliantly evocative lighting suggests at one minute a sunburned bazaar or jasmine scented evening in Baghdad, before another scene takes in some loud music from Iranian rock outfit Take it Easy Hospital. It can also be hilariously unexpected - Denton Chikura had a fine line in heavily African accented bathos and I loved it when the cast burst out into the song Oh What an Enormous Fart.
The ensemble also manage to deploy their physicality to great effect (I'm thinking Hemi Yeroham's hilarious pot belly here) and they seemed to really enjoy themselves. And Onashile, in what appeared to be a last minute cast change, managed a Scheherazade both poignant and vibrant.


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Bee wanted the perfect wedding; she got the "Singles."Back in her single days-before she met the man of her dreams-Beth "Bee" Evans hated being forced to attend weddings solo. Determined to spare her friends the same humiliation, she invites everyone on her list with a guest. Much to her chagrin, however, Hannah, Vicki, Rob, Joe, and Nancy insist upon attending Bee's lavish Chesapeake Bay nuptials alone. The frustrated bride dubs them the "Minus-Ones" and their collective decision wreaks unintended havoc on her otherwise perfectly planned wedding weekend.
One of today's most popular relationship columnists, Meredith Goldstein, has penned a sparkling debut novel that chronicles the promises and disappointments of love and friendship with humor, compassion, and wisdom.
MEREDITH GOLDSTEIN is an advice columnist and entertainment reporter for The Boston Globe. In addition to "Love Letters," she co-writes the paper's society column, "Names." She lives in Boston.
Q. You're the Love Letters columnist for The Boston Globe. How did that inform your writing? Were you able to use any situations you've advised people on in that capacity in the novel?Despite the fact that I spend eight hours a day reading people's dramatic love problems and advising them about what to do next, my column didn't influence the book – at least not as much as I thought it would. I think that's because I write Love Letters with my head on straight. In Love Letters, I'm the voice of reason. But when I stepped into the minds of my Singlescharacters, I could be irrational and erratic. I could be oversensitive and cruel. I tried to compartmentalize as much of my Love Letters brain as I could while I was writing the novel. I was Meredith Goldstein, the girl who's been to (and flipped out at) dozens of weddings alone, as opposed to the Meredith Goldstein who always knows what's best.
Q. Was it difficult for you to make the switch over to writing fiction since you're a journalist by day? How was the process different for you? Do you prefer one to the other?
It was more challenging than I thought it would be. After writing about a third of my first draft of The Singles, I suddenly realized that my characters hadn't spoken yet. I was afraid to make up dialogue, because in journalism you would absolutely never, under any circumstances, make up a quote. It took me a while to realize that I could make these characters speak, and that writing fiction allowed me to be a puppet master. And as it turns out, I love being a puppet master. I love being a journalist just as much, but this experience was wonderfully freeing.
Q. Did you find yourself drawn to any of the characters in particular? Was there any one you were especially rooting for while you were writing? Did you draw from your own romantic experiences for any of the characters?
A few major and minor characters are based on men who broke my heart, and I have to guess that they'll know who they are when they read the book (assuming they do). As for my favorite characters, well, I love Rob, of course. He's magnetic, and I have a weird, fictional crush on him (even though I'm allergic to dogs). But at the end of the day, I'm always thinking of Phil. It's hard not to root for him.
Q. What are you working on next? Will we meet The Singles again?
I'm working on a book about love and science. That's all I can say right now. And yes, we will absolutely see some of The Singles again. I can't imagine letting them go.g
- For much of the beginning of the novel, Hannah is imagining what might happen when she sees Tom again at the wedding. What do you make of her fantasy in light of what you learn about their breakup later on? Other characters in the novel have similar fantasies about what may or may not happen to them at the wedding –– what do these daydreams reveal to you about the characters?
- Jackie, one of the other bridesmaids, breaks up with her boyfriend after discovering that he'd been stealing from her, although she continues to pay down his debt without trying to track him down. The author writes: "She'd rationalized that she deserved to pay the price of overlooking the one crime she was trained to catch." What do you make of this kind of thinking? Are any of the other characters in the novel prone to a similar kind of rationalization?
- What were your first impressions of Dawn? What do the other characters in the novel think of her? Did your opinion of her change over time? Did she surprise you in any ways?
- Consider Vicki and Joe's initial meeting from both characters' perspectives. How do they misinterpret one another? Are there other examples of this kind of misinterpretation in the book? In what ways is this novel about communication––or the lack thereof?
- What do you think of the novel's structure? Do the various viewpoints of "the singles" allow you to shape a different understanding of the situations at hand than you might have if only one character narrated?
- What kind of techniques does the author employ to draw the reader into this group of friends? How does she make the characters relatable? Did any details in particular ring true for you?
- Discuss the various romantic relationships in the novel. Which ones do you think will work out? What about the others? What is it that ultimately keeps people together or drives them apart?
- What do you think really keeps Rob from attending the wedding in the first place? How does what happens to Liz compel him to fly to Annapolis?
- Describing the group of friends at the wedding. the author writes, "They laughed uncontrollably and never got bored of each other…and even though they'd coupled off by twenty…it always felt as though the twosomes were just part of a greater whole." Have you ever experienced a friendship like this? Do you think it's possible for friendships like these to continue after the end of college? How does the novel deal with the difficulties and nuances of "growing up?"
- What are your thoughts on the end of the novel? Did it leave you feeling hopeful for the characters? What do you imagine will happen to them next?


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Respect man, all I can say is I have faith in you that you will be able to pull through and stay sober, and if it helps I could say a prair or two for you to help you through your trials and tribulations. Now we don't know each other personnely, but thats one of the cool things about having faith regardless of what it is, you don't need to know some one personnely to prey for some one to be happy and watched out for to give them strength.
I went through my own trials and tribulations of personnel problems, how ever mine was depression, suicidle depression which lasted most of my life up untill about three and a half years ago. Im not gunna go into detail as this is about you and not me, just to let you know we all have our problems, some worse then others but that doesnt mean its any easier to get over.
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Here's wishing all of you crafters a very Happy Thanksgiving. My grandson will be cooking the turkey today. First time ever. I just hope that he thawed the bird first. Hehe. If not we will have it for supper instead of at lunch time. I have to sew shirts until time to eat and then come home and sew some more shirts as I have a two day show Saturday and Sunday. Sure hope I sell a lot....Di |
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Well, it's the end of the day here in California, so I hope all of you had a wonderful day with family and friends. I'm so thankful for all of you who share your ideas and talents on here. Luvs |
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Where to Stay in Grand CaymanGrand Cayman's greatest asset is the natural beauty of its white beaches, turquoise waters and pristine coral reef, and nowhere are these attributes on greater display than at Seven Mile Beach. Because of the idyllic setting along the island's west coast, the overwhelming majority of Grand Cayman's hotels and resorts are located along this strip. Nearly all of the truly lavish hotels on the island are situated there, but if you search carefully and book early, cheap hotel deals in Grand Cayman can also be found in this area. Some hotels maintain competitive rates year-round, but almost all of them offer off-season discounts at the end of April that last through the beginning of December. Every part of the island is scenic, so if you prefer a quieter location than crowded Seven Mile Beach, you can find scattered accommodations in other areas. North of the beaches is the West End, where you'll find a turtle farm and great stingray watching right off the coast. South of the beaches is the capital, George Town, a major Caribbean duty free shopping destination. The eastern districts of Bodden Town, North Side and East End are largely undeveloped, and their few hotel options are among the most peaceful. Grand Cayman Hotel TipsIn any search for the most opulent luxury resorts in the Caribbean, you'll find several top contenders located right on Seven Mile Beach. As is often the case, these mega-resorts are invariably expensive, but if you have the means and desire to splurge on an oceanfront room, you can hardly choose a better island. To suit more modest budgets, Grand Cayman has a variety of accommodations that includes mid-range resorts and simple, independently owned cottages and motels. However, even the most affordable properties cannot be considered cheap, and high prices for dining and transportation should also be anticipated. You can get great value out of your trip by booking smart, but you just can't do Grand Cayman on a shoestring budget.
Grand Cayman Hotel RecommendationsIf you're traveling to Grand Cayman for its renowned luxury, you'll find it in spades at the Ritz-Carlton, a massive property that spans the width of the entire strip between Seven Mile Beach and the North Sound. Its two massive towers are arranged on either side of West Bay Road and are connected by a climate-controlled catwalk, making it easy to explore the resort's restaurants, spa areas and posh lounges. Included among the hotel's assets are a Greg Norman golf course, world-class tennis facilities and a huge range of water sports rentals. Even if you're on a limited budget, you may find that your needs are more than covered by the spacious rooms at the Comfort Suites, which while simple, are located in the heart of Seven Mile Beach. Sunshine Suites Resort, another comparatively discount-priced option near the beach, offers in-room kitchenettes as a standard feature. Look beyond the beach for more tranquil surroundings like those at the Grand Caymanian Resort on the North Sound. Its fully furnished, colonial-style condos are arranged around common areas that include landscaped pools, tennis courts, a breezy seafood restaurant and other upscale amenities. Considerably farther away, on the East End, Reef Resort delivers a fun, first-class resort experience that includes something you can't get at even the best Seven Mile Beach resorts: a sense of isolation. Grand Cayman TransportationMany visitors to Grand Cayman will spend the entire trip on Seven Mile Beach, and if this is what you've got in mind, there's no need to reserve a rental car. Airport shuttles and taxis are plentiful, convenient and more affordable overall than renting a vehicle if you plan to stick to the tourist areas. If you intend to venture farther from the beach than the shopping destinations in George Town, however, renting a car after your flight to Grand Cayman will give you the greatest freedom to explore. Several U.S.-based rental agencies have cars available for pick-up at the airport. If you only want to spend a single afternoon touring the outer reaches of the island, you'll save money and have more time to appreciate the sights by taking a guided group tour. A variety of these excursions depart daily from the tourist areas, and some tour companies will even arrange to pick you up at your hotel. |
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(Are you ready? This is a long one.) Meet my new Vita-Mix 5200…I've been using it everyday!
When I first received an inquiry asking whether I wanted to test a Vita-Mix blender, I must admit I couldn't believe I had really been asked. It was so unexpected, so positively dreamy it took me a day or two to snap out of it and try to play it cool in my response (which was "YES," just to be clear), while inside I was jumping for joy! When my package finally arrived at my trusty workplace, I walked it home in a snowstorm, cradling the cardboard box in my arms and occasionally dusting off the snowflakes.
Years ago I was living in Vermont with a family who owned not one but two Vita-Mixes. I used it to make smoothies a few times and I knew that I was using a special piece of equipment that I couldn't afford either at that time or after buying a very decent multi-tasking Bosch Universal Mixer last year with the blender attachment. And back then, I didn't know that in addition to making the smoothest smoothies and creamiest nutmilks, I could also make nut butters, hot soup from scratch, 30-second ice cream, chunky guacamole, and juice from whole fruits and vegetables. Just to name a few things! I researched the Vita-Mix website and though amused by the invariably cheesy infomercial acting, I watched in growing anticipation as various videos demonstrated its numerous feats.
My number one use for this is, of course, green smoothies. I've been making these pretty consistently for the past couple of months to take with me to work in the morning, and while I felt my blender did a pretty decent job at blending kale (my favorite greens) with bananas, frozen fruit, and almond milk, I could still detect a few fibrous leaf bits in there. Not so with the Vita-Mix. In less than half the time it took with my old blender, I was making the creamiest, smoothest green smoothies I've ever had. So smooth and blended, in fact, that I've stopped using (expensive) nut milks as my liquid and replaced it with water because I can't taste the difference. I have gone through three bunches of kale, just for smoothies, in less than a week! I usually make enough to fill up a quart-size mason jar a day for work, but on my day off I got to fancy it up a little:
(Some of you might scoff at the idea of putting fat into your smoothie, but I promise you that half an avocado or a tablespoon of coconut or flax oil will not only round out the flavors and give you a dose of HEALTHY fat, but also fills you up until your next meal rolls around.)
Having a Vita-Mix on hand got me really excited about raw food again, because I knew there were some things my old blender just couldn't handle. The past week has evolved into a bit of a fruit and vegetable extravaganza (with a few nuts and seeds thrown in), and one of the first things I made was a raw zucchini hummus. I based it on this recipe, and a minute or two after I'd thrown the roughly chopped zucchini, lemon juice, garlic, salt and whole sesame seeds (not tahini) in, I had a rich, creamy, and easier-on-the-digestion dip for some crackers I'd dehydrated. I was worried that the sesame seeds would just get stirred around in there, but as the main consumer of this batch, I know there was not a single seed in there! As this was made on New Years Eve, I made some red pepper and avocado dip, too, because I was having so much fun:
One night's special dinner was some raw zucchini noodles topped with the Ultimate Italian Sauce from Rainbow Green Live-Food Cuisine, served with an avocado-based Caesar dressing from the same book. The sauce has fresh tomatoes, soaked sun-dried tomatoes, celery, olive oil, and both fresh and dried herbs. I'm glad I made a half-batch, because I still have some left in the fridge (and I'm out of zucchini!). I don't think the dressing was particularly Caesar-y, but it was decadently smooth and ultra-creamy. It actually fluffed up and almost doubled in size in the Vita-Mix!
Now for the fun stuff: raw vegan whipped cream! I made two batches of this, the first being a combination of almonds and cashews, mixed with fresh orange juice and a little maple syrup (not raw, of course, but delicious), based on Juliano's recipe. I served it over fruit salad with a sprinkling of cinnamon:
While tasty, I had intended this to be almond-only whipped cream and in a smaller batch than the recipe called for. So far, decreasing or increasing recipes has been the only problem I've run into using the Vita-Mix. I should perhaps say that relatively significantly increasing/decreasing quantities has led me to add more ingredients (such as cashews and water to my first batch of whipped cream), or end up with almond foam all over my countertop after taking the lid off when I made a 1.5 batch of almond milk. Luckily, the foam lost was a mere fraction of what remained, and I now have a delicious batch of homemade almond milk in my fridge…and the super-fine (oh, so powdery!) pulp I strained out is now being turned into almond flour for a raw bread I'm hoping to make soon!
My next batch of whipped cream was a far greater success, probably because of a longer soak time for the cashews, and the fact that cashews are softer than almonds. I still had to add extra juice and water to get it fully blended, but this is perfectly creamy, fluffy, and decadent cashew whipped cream that clings to a spoon and forms soft little peaks when you ladle it over fruit and raw pancakes:
Believe it or not, there are things I've made in the past week that I haven't shown you due to poor lighting conditions (some strawberry-hempmilk ice cream and two batches of soup, one raw and one cooked… check out Hannah's post to see a gorgeous photo and description of piping hot Moroccan chickpea soup made in the Vita-Mix) or time constrants (a silky smooth whole food juice made hurriedly in lieu of a green smoothie before work one morning). Or the fact that when simply rinsing out the lid and container doesn't get it as clean as you'd like, you can add a few drops of dish soap and water and blend it clean. And there are so many more recipes and ideas to try! (Making your own flour and then kneading the bread in a blender, anyone? Or how about making your own organic plant pest repellant out of hot peppers and water? Or liquid compost for that matter? Those last two not in the same container you make your food in, though )
No, madams and sirs, this Vita-Mix isn't going anywhere. (And my fingers are tired from typing all this. Bravo if you made it this far with me!)
I am loving all the raw food! I wish it wasn't so cold here so I could actually enjoy some =(
Am I the only one without a Vita-Mix?! What the heck!?
It's really cold here too, fiery spices are the only way I'm managing to keep it up in sub-zero temperatures!
I am pretty sure you're NOT the only one without a Vita-Mix!
What a great post, and I love your photos!
Congrats on the new toy!
I am jealous. Someday I will rock out the raw foods with a vita mix too!
I have the same quandary with my green smoothies – the blender I bought specially for them is good, but they're still a little… textured! That green smoothie you've made with a vitamix does indeed look creamy, delicious and completely un-fibrous! Convinces me that I need to start saving up!!
they GAVE you a vita mix? i am so beyond jealous i may cry. i want one so bad!
I'm so green with envy ! I've been eyeing them off for over a year! Yum! You've made so many delicious and incredible things in it too!
I AM SO ENVIOUS!! That machine looks amazing–and what you've made, even more so. Love the idea of the basil-pineapple smoothie–wow. And that almond milk!! I've made my own before, but it's always grainy. . . in the meantime, I'll save my pennies! Thanks for all the great ideas.
Yay for the Vita-Mix! I *love* mine! It makes the smoothest, creamiest hummus ever…so good. All of your recipes look and sound delicious! Green smoothies are the best–I like a mixture of spinach and kale in mine )
OMG I don't even do 1/64th of what you do and you've made ME want a vitamix, if only for the SMOOTHEST SMOOTHIES. O M G!
You rock my socks.
Oh my gosh, I am still trying to wrap my head around all the food possibilities that opened up with your Vita-Mix acquisition! We used to use Vita-Mixes at my old smoothie job, but I took it for granted every day. Your pictures are seriously making me CRAVE a green smoothie (which I never make). They really do look so smooth…and so yummy next to the Coconut Breakfast Cakes. I haven't had those in awhile.
You are so lucky you get to test that baby for free!
eeek, what a present! I can't even tell you how wonderful that almond milk looks. I don't know why I'm about the milk right now, but yes. Yummy! this'll be perfect for so much raw delicacies, you so deserve it.
Super-cool post!
I am really, really, REALLY jealous of your Vita-Mixer. (But in a totally healthy way!!)
I can't wait to see what else you make with it. Besides smoothies, hummus, whipped-cream, dips, sauces that is… Grrr… my eyes are turning green again
Anyway, enjoy – and keep the Vita-Mix food porn coming!!
I am SO jealous! I have been lusting after a Vita-Mix for ages!
Everything looks so amazing. I am really loving the raw hummus – yum yum. Enjoy that mixer!
I can't wait to see what else I can make with it either! All sorts of possibilities.
I feel like I blended anything I could get my hands on this past week, and my body is thanking me for all the healthiness. Hooray!
I read the whole post in excitement! This is fantastic! Now the big question is if Vita-mix is available in Sweden. I must google it immediately!
Okay, now I am desperate for a vitamix. Thanks a LOT – sheesh!
You are such a lucky lady! Hourrah for you! I sure wish I could be making me some of that goodnes!
Great pics and congrats on your new kitchen buddy! I have a Raw Vegan Caesar dressing that you might enjoy.
Hemp Omega Caesar Dressing
Cheers and Happy New Year!
Ahhh, I'm so jealous! All your food looks beautiful too!
More vitamix love! Such gorgeous pictures, too.
LUCKY YOU! You obviously did the Vita-Mix incredibly justice. It was a well-deserved gift.
well deserved and delicious!
Oh wow, that is an amazing gift! I would love to receive a Vita-Mix.
I have a question for you too, could you email me? I didn't see an email or contact form on your blog. Thanks!
We love out Vita-Mix too. Great pictures of your creations.


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Day 2 of Diane's culinary odyssey down Franklin Street during the Fall Festival
Today, me and my panel of WIKY Judges, Kelley Ashby (this was her first time as a judge) and April Rutledge met in our usual spot at 11th and Franklin and set out to sample another 21 booths. Anyone have some extra Rolaids they're not using? Here's what we tested and our reviews:
Booth 108--St. Peter's UCC in Wadesville. Chicken 'n Dumplings. Kelley had never had chicken 'n dumplings before, and she thought they were great! We all liked the spice combos and the colorful parlsey in the broth. Nice, soft dumplings and very tasty.
Booth 107--USI Varsity Club. Home of the famous Rib-Eye Sandwich, which did not disappoint! We had it with grilled onions and pickles and it's hands-down the best rib-eye on the street!
Booth 106--Bible Center Cathedral. Ribbon Fries. These were fresh and very tasty, especially when you sprinkle the Grippos BBQ flavoring on them. Definitely an item to share with friends. This booth also offers Lemon and Orange Shake-Ups.
Booth 105--Evansville Soccer Club. "Stupid Hot Chili!" This was hands-down some of the tastiest chili I've had at Fall Festival, but it's definitely got a major kick to it, so if you're not into the ultra spicy, they do offer a regular chili which is fabulous as well. But, the dessert is to die for.....vanilla ice cream with Mango-Habanaro sauce on it. It's killer!! A wonderful blend of sweet and just a hint of spice. BEST OF THE FEST WINNER!
Booth 104--Alpha Sigma Alpha. Chicago-Style Hot Dog. This authentic hot dog, down to the celery salt is not to be missed! It's almost "too beautiful to eat!" Plus, the sorority girls will sing to you while they make it.....what's not to love? (And if you tip them, all the money goes to Riley Hospital for Children!)
Booth 103--Central Vocal Boosters. Coconut Shrimp w/Pina Colada dipping sauce. These were really tasty, served hot and fresh. Our only complaint, and it really isn't one, is we would have liked a bit more of a distinction between the breading on the shrimp and the sweetness of the dipping sauce. But, still highly recommend them.
Booth 102--Old North Methodist Church. Breaded Catfish Sandwich. This was outstanding! The fish was really fresh, the breading very flavorful and it wasn't at all greasy. Another item we highly recommend.
Booth 101--Word of His Grace. Cincinnati-Style Chili Dog. April had never experienced Cincy-styly chili before, which is a very different taste than a Tex-Mex chili. It has a hint of sweetness and we all really liked it! If you've never tried this, you should!
Booth 100--St. Peter's UCC. The ladies of the church have been chained in the basement for months making these mouth-watering homemade Kuchens, and they are fabulous!! I think they're the best ones on the street.
Booth 99--Harwood Boosters--Garlic Pepper Tenderloin. Not only was this one of the friendliest booths we visited, the pork tenderloin sandwich was excellent! It's served with grilled onions and green peppers with melted Montery Jack cheese. The don't skimp on ingrediants, so give this one a try! They also have Strawberry Nehi sodas!
Booth 98--Marian Education Outreach. Jalapeno Corn-Dog. This is the corn dog that "bites back," and it is OUTSTANDING! You definitely need to try this corn dog, it has a nice little zip to it, but it's not too hot.
Booth 97--Greater Evansville Skating Club. Snow Ball Krispy (it's a Rice Krispy treat ball dipped in white chocolate). We loved it!! Make sure to visit this booth; their electricity was out when we visited with them yesterday, and they'll need your support to make up for lost sales of their deep fried smores and deep fried oreos!
Booth 96--Warrick County Klowns. No food.....bless the clowns!
Booth 95--Golfmoor Youth Baseball. Deep Fried Thin Mints. A new item and absolutely delicious!
Booth 94--AMVETS Post #84. Rib Eye Sandwich.
Booth 93--Corpus Christi Boosters. Jalapeno Pronto Pup.....these ladies were so friendly and made this fresh for us. The batter is not sweet, and the jalapenos are served on the side. Very tasty!
Booth 92--St. Philip Catholic Church. Deep fried pickle. They use Clausen pickles, which make a huge difference! They're also not overly breaded and the breading has a nice flavor....thumbs up!
Booth 91--Bosse Band. Jamaican Jerk Chicken. They serve this either in a wrap or just the chicken in a cup. Very authentic flavor and delicious! It's a nice, healthy choice! For the more decadent choice, try the deep fried cheesecake. April almost ate the entire thing and kept raving about the crust!
Booth 90--Mater Dei Band Boosters. Mozzarella cheese sticks....very tasty. They also offer their "Lunchie Munchie" special which includes jalapeno poppers!
Booth 89--Boy Scout Troop #373. Monster Ears. These are the famous ones on Franklin Street and do not disappoint!
Booth 88--St. Wendel Action Team. Bread Pudding with Cinnamon sauce. Outstanding choice. There is so much butter in the cinnamon topping, we renamed it "Sin-a-mon," it was that good!
**Here are the results from our 3rd and final day of tasting the Fest:
Booth 42--Armstrong Rec Center. Their speciality is the Haystack. This was really tasty and we had ours with the Taco Sauce, which really added some zip to it. The thing I really liked about this one is that they put Fritos underneath the chili. Yummy!
Booth 41--Grace & Peace Lutheran Church. Donut Bank Burger. Ron Young cooked us up a delicious Donut Bank burger with gooey melted cheese. April, who isn't really a fan of the sweet and salty combo chimed in and said it was "darn good!" Definitely a new Fall Festival must-try!
Booth 40--Riverbend Association. Smoked Pork Chop. This is a very tender and flavorful pork chop....not dry at all! It's served with grilled onions and green peppers. You can also have it with Kraut and BBQ sauce, but we opted for the plain with the onions and peppers and it didn't disappoint! I can see why this is a favorite every year.
Booth 39--West Side Kiwanis. Hand-Dipped Prono Pup. These guys use a bigger, really quality tasting hot dog and you can really tell! The batter is really tasty, and has a secret combo of 13 different spices. Highly recommend this one!
Booth 38--USI Art Club. Corn-On-The-Cob. A Fall Festival favorite with the long line to prove it.
Booth 37--Mt. Pleasant Church. Funnel Cake. This really is the best Funnel Cake on Franklin Street. The secret is they get the oil hot enough, so the cake is not greasy, but really crisp and delicious. Sprinkled with powdered sugar, this is a great sweet treat to share with friends.
Booth 36--Central United Methodist Church. Fried Green Beans. April says they're the best on Franklin Street, and after trying these, I have to agree with her. They use only homegrown green beans, picked when they're super sweet. The batter has a really nice flavor, and they're not greasy. Comes with a tasty dipping sauce....I can see why people order this every year.
Booth 35--Salem Church Darmstadt. Brownie Sundae. This was one of the friendliest booths; everyone was having a great time! It's a good brownie sundae, served with soft-serve vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce.
Booth 34--West Side Christian. Pig Snorts. This was definitely NOT what we were expecting, and that is a good thing! These are actually a homemade chocolate truffle dipped in white chocolate. The white chocolate has just a hint of pink in it because they put just a little red dye in it. Then, they shape these treats to look like a pig snout! How cute is that??! You get 2 of them in a bag, which is the perfect amount because they are decadent and DELICIOUS!! BEST OF THE FEST WINNER!!
Booth 33--St. Matthew's UCC. Homemade fudge. Okay.....the church ladies have definitely been locked in the basement for weeks to turn out the amount of jaw-droppingly good fudge to be found at this booth! 3 flavors are available, peanut, vanilla and chocolate. We tried the peanut and it melts in your mouth! There is a LOT of butter in this fudge. Plus, what a steal......only 25 cents a piece. Next year, they're having their first price increase in 25 years.
Booth 32--Howell United Methodist Church. Pronto Pup. At only $1.50, they're one of the bargains to be found on Franklin Street. Also, if you plan on going down early on Saturday morning to save your spot for the Parade, this booth is open for breakfast!