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Poor reading skills are the most serious weakness in our education system
It should be obvious that reading skills are essential throughout education, so why has this very serious problem only just come to light?
It was reported last week that many school pupils read so poorly at age 16 that they struggle to decipher their GCSE papers. I am not in the least surprised.
'A child who cannot read cannot learn' said David Blunkett when he was Secretary of State for Education in the Labour government in the late 90s. He was right of course, although it's worrying that there should have been a need to state something so blatantly obvious.
So why has so little attention been paid – for decades now – to making sure that every child can read fluently and effortlessly? It is because no government, secretary of state or Department for Education adviser seems to be able to see beyond the mechanics of phonics or 'sounding out' systematically to deduce that the letters c-a-t 'says' cat and d-o-g 'says' dog.
Yes, of course phonics matter. They're a good starting point for a very young, pre-literate child. Phonics provides useful grounding - but that's all. Large numbers of words are not spelled phonetically. You have to learn to recognise and remember, say, 'aunt' 'sign' or 'awkward' as you go along. You have pick your way round anomalies such as 'come' 'comb' 'tomb' and 'tome' too. And if your name happens to be George or Charlotte …
It should be obvious - even to Department for Education officials - that phonics can only ever be half the story, but it isn't. Following last week's report that many GCSE students cannot read properly one of them apparently rummaged about in the DfE statement bank and intoned mantra-like: " … we are prioritising the teaching of synthetic phonics as the internationally proven method to teach reading effectively."
He or she, as usual, clearly hadn't read what the research by the company Renaissance Reading actually said. It was not critical of the way in which all children are now helped to decipher the squiggles on the page. It was concerned about how too many schools then fail to develop reading as a high level skill which has to be practised all the time for the rest of the pupil's school life.
The teaching of reading does not end once the child knows all the sounds which letters and groups of letters (such as 'str' or 'au') make and can assemble or interpret them in words – along with some whole word recognition practice.
That is the point at which the real teaching of reading should begin. Every child should be led to books – and books and books – and given quiet time and space in which to work through them. That means school and public libraries. It also means giving reading real status in schools.
Every child should spend part of every day reading silently. Renaissance Reading offers computer-based schemes to encourage that but, although many schools have had some success with these, I find them a bit mechanical and I think you can encourage reading without them.
Actually it's easy. All a school has to do is to put books and reading at the centre of what it does. Teachers and other adults in schools should be talking about reading and being seen to read themselves. For at least half an hour a day everyone should read – including the adults. Nothing is more important and example works wonders. Wise teachers let pupils choose their own books and don't worry too much about quality at first. The important thing is to build reading stamina – in a world when there are many distractions.
It's like swimming. You can learn a bit of theory about strokes, breathing and aqua-dynamics – the equivalent of decoding skills – but you learn to swim by getting into the water and striking out. Only deep end readers are likely to be able to read their GCSE papers confidently and competently.
So why has this very serious problem only just come to light? It's because we've been bamboozled for decades by artificial, moveable contrivances such as 'expected levels' and 'pass marks' and a woolly, but pernicious, idea that every exam and test must be 'accessible' to all, which in practice simply means that everything gets easier and standards fall. So, naturally few people have noticed that reading skills have quietly declined – although the CBI and university admissions tutors have tried from time to time to raise the alarm.
Michael Gove and the coalition seem to be agreed that education has got itself into a very serious muddle. I hope they understand that failure to develop reading skills properly is at the heart of everything which has gone wrong. But I'm not holding my breath.
Susan Elkin's book Unlocking the Reader in Every Child is published by Ransom and her Encouraging Reading by Continuum.
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When a person is trapped in quicksand his every instinct is to move. But every effort to get himself out only drags him down deeper. He can be freed only when he cries out for help and is willing to take the hand that will free him.
On Passover night we will sit at the seder table with our children, just as we sat with our parents, and just as they sat with theirs, a chain of collective consciousness and memory that stretches back thousands of years. We will remember and retell that once, in Egypt, in slavery and bondage, we cried out from the depths of our beings, and it was then, with a strong hand and an outstretched arm that G‑d, and G‑d alone, took us out. And this year, as every year, with great feasting and joy we will celebrate the certainty that we will do our part and He will take us out again, once and for all.
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Keith Clouse, a Dallas employment lawyer who mediates employment-related cases, notes that many employers have questions about who to send to mediation sessions. While each case presents its own unique circumstances, Mr. Clouse notes the following considerations.
An employer must bring a "decision-maker" who has the authority to make a binding decision. In most cases, this person will be an officer or a human resources representative who will have "settlement authority" up to a set dollar amount.
In some cases, it makes sense to have a technical expert on hand. This is especially true for noncompete matters. Because noncompete matters can turn on highly technical issues, bringing a person who can explain the company's software, trade secrets, or other technology can help an employer ensure that the mediator understands its position.
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Network Rail said it had continued to make "steady progress" in reducing its costs when it announced increased profits today, adding that it was on target to achieve "challenging" efficiency savings.
The infrastructure firm published its full year results for 2010/11, saying it had cut the costs of running the railway by £400 million in the past year and by £600 million since 2009.
Revenue increased from £5,668 million to £5,712 million while operating profits rose from £1,981 million to £2,028 million, giving a profit after tax of £313 million, up from £284 million the previous year.
Capital expenditure was £3,997 million compared with £3,920 million in 2009/10.
Group finance director Patrick Butcher said the findings of the recent Government-commissioned McNulty review showed there were clear opportunities for the industry to make further savings in the costs of running the railway.
"The message is clear - the rail industry simply has to become more affordable for the users of the railway network and for taxpayers.
"This is a moment of great potential for the rail industry, where real reform for the benefit of user and taxpayer is a genuine possibility. Network Rail has been in the vanguard of change over the past year and will continue to drive for rapid, safe evolution.
"Examples of our initiatives include moving decision making closer to our customers, partnering with key industry players and setting up the potential for greater competition as a stimulus to further improvements in performance. There can be no turning back for reform - the key question we face is how to deliver at an ever increasing pace," he said.
NR reported that its operating costs, excluding depreciation, fell to £2,467 million from £2,546 million, while staff costs fell to £1,734 million from £1,746 million.
Staff numbers were cut to 35,606 from 37,153 with average salaries increasing by 1.5%.
Operating and maintenance costs per train mile in real terms have fallen by 77p to £7.61 during the last year - down from £11.64 seven years ago, said NR
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Tennessee Walkers are medium-sized, elegant and harmonious horses. Walkers are reputed to be very friendly, calm and intelligent. The Tennessee Walker is a wonderful riding horse thanks to its smooth gait and even temperament. It's hardly surprising that the Tennessee Walker represents the U.S. State of Tennessee; and as the name indicates, this horse is known for a particular type of gait, an accelerated form of the walk. This breed was developed in the Southern USA for plantation owners and its special way of walking is comfortable for every rider. These horses reach a height of 1.50 to 1.70 metres and weigh around 450 kg.
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Shire horses are the world's largest horses. These giant horses can measure more than 2 metres in height! Shire horses are gentle giants. With a maximum weight of more than 1,200 kilograms and 1.78 metres at the withers, the calm Shire horse is the largest breed in the world. The biggest Shire horse ever measured was a gelding standing 2.19 metres high. These horses are considered gentle giants because despite their height, they have a very calm temperement.
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Friesians are powerful horses bred specifically to have a black coat. At one time they were the horses of knights - today they are used as draught or dressage horses. Long hair on the legs, called feathers, a thick mane, and a handsome tail are characteristics of this horse. This breed reaches a height of between 1.4 and 1.7 meters at the withers and is admired for its elegant trot.
Arabian horses with their black, grey, red-brown or chestnut-brown coats are a particularly noble sight. In long-distance race, Arabian horses can cover almost 160 kilometers a day. They horses were bred by Bedouins and lived in the desert - sometimes they even slept in their owner's tents! Almost all horse breeds go back to an Arabian bloodline, as Arabian horses were crossed in order to pass on certain characteristics such as speed, endurance and a disposition for healthy bones to other breeds. Arabians are characterized by a readiness of mind and a willingness to cooperate, as well as alertness and temperament. The 'Versatile Arabian' often wins at endurance competitions and is a popular breed worldwide.
With its striking black and white fur, the giant panda is one of the most beautiful animals in the world. Because of the extreme danger of extinction, it is now the symbol of the WWF nature conservation organization. The great panda spends up to fourteen hours a day eating its preferred food: bamboo! It has a "pseudo thumb" which it uses to grab bamboo stems. This bear is usually about 1.5 meters high and weighs 135 kilos. Out in the wild, the panda can reach the age of twenty years old and in captivity about ten years more. As an adult, pandas live alone, but in the first one to two years of their lives they stay with their mother.
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With their thick, fluffy coats sheep are protected from the cold everywhere they go. Sheep have been used as productive livestock for centuries and provide meat, skin and wool. As there are hundreds of breeds, there can be huge differences between these mammals with regard to coat and size. Sheep weigh between 45 and 180 kilos and can reach an age of between ten and twenty years. They compensate for their limited spatial vision with excellent hearing and a very sensitive sense of smell. In the herd, sheep usually follow the instructions of a shepherd, but they also have their own hierarchy.
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Promoted to leader of the dragons, this brave and cunning warrior has been given a "Dragon Horse" which combines maneuverability, speed, and the complicity of the equine race with the power of the fire dragon. This Papo figure will make a great addition to your fantasy figure collection!
Measures approximately 8" long, and 6" tall.
Watch out for the Dragon Black Prince charging in on his fearsome steed! He is wielding a glorious lance as his black cape billows behind him. The golden dragon on his shield flashes in the sun. He is an impressive figure to add to your Papo fantasy figure collection, and is the perfect addition to battle and tournament scenes.
Measures approximately 10" long, and 6" high.
Here comes the Dragon Prince on his fiery steed. He wields a fearsome sword, a golden dragon-embossed shield, and has wings on his helmet. His horse is impressive with a flowing mane and tail, and billowing trappings in gold, white, and black to match his rider's armour. This is a beautiful pair, and will be an excellent addition to your Papo fantasy figure collection.
Measures approximately 6" long, and 6" tall.
Ride into battle on this sturdy war horse! The horse is dressed to impress with black and gold trappings. Add his matching rider, the Black Horseman with Axe (sold separately) to complete the fearsome set. Papo figures are extremely detailed, and inspire creativity and imaginative play. Add the Horse of the Black Horseman to your Papo collection today!
Measures approximately 6" long.
Knight sold separately.
This impressive knight wields a terrible axe when he goes into battle. His name, The Black Horseman, comes from the armour he wears which is black with golden accents. He can fight on his own, and also from the back of his trusty steed (sold separately). Papo figures are extremely detailed, and inspire creativity and imaginative play. Add the Black Horseman to your Papo collection today!
Measures approximately 3.5" tall.
Horse sold separately.
This prehistoric dino will make an excellent addition to your Papo dinosaur collection! A herbivorous dinosaur from the ceratopsid family, the Triceratops lived approximately 65 million years ago. It measured between 8 and 9 m in length and weighed in at 5 to 6 tonnes. The young would develop horns as they grew.
Measures approximately 3" long.
Experience good versus evil with the Angel and Devil. Play with this set on its own or combine it with any other PLAYMOBIL set (sold separately).
Includes angel with star wand, devil with trident, cloud, and other accessories.
Figures measure approximately 2.95" tall.
The Archaeopteryx, sometimes referred to by its German name Urvogel, is an ancient dinosaur with feathers. This prehistoric Archaeopteryx is a great addition to your Papo dinosaur collection! With bird-like features this detailed recreation will inspire a thoughtful discussion about prehistoric animals. The resemblance to the modern-day birds is sure to get your child's curiosity running wild!
Measures approximately 5.5" long.
This prehistoric Dilophosaurus is a great addition to your Papo dinosaur collection! With lizard-like features and a crest on its head this detailed recreation will inspire a thoughtful discussion about prehistoric animals. The resemblance to the modern-day crocodile and alligator is sure to get your child's curiosity running wild!
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Includes: 1 red JumpSmart Trampoline elastic cord (part "N" in the Jump Smart manual) .
This cheeky imp figure is a great addition to your Papo collection! The little brown haired imp has a leafy-green outfit with gold embellishments. The imp is holding a sword to protect itself from dangers in the forest!
Papo is a French company that makes high quality plastic toys sized perfectly for little hands and styled authentically for adults. Hand-painted and highly detailed, this molded plastic figure makes the perfect addition to any collection!
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The Inflatable Beach Box is the perfect addition to add an outdoor element to the playroom. Simply blow the box up and fill it with sand (not included)! Rain or shine, you can have a great day at the beach with this inflatable box.
Inflated product measures approximately 18" long, 3" tall, and 15" wide.
Sand and tools sold separately.
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iMicro CAT5E-7BLUE 7ft Molded Cat5e (Blue)
Part: ST-C5_7BLU
Works Fine
2006-11-07 06:05:41
Reviewed by Plaq from Hemet, CA US
We bulk purchased about 100 Super Talent cables for a large wiring job. Boots protect the connectors well, but can be hard to pull the connector out of a switch. They work great!
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Do I see Pink
2006-10-17 06:26:09
Reviewed by Anonymous from Sikeston, MO US
That would be a wild install. This one is blue however. Good looking cable. The molded boots are excellent. No more ripping the tab off the connector. They can be harder to remove when you have a bunch plugged into a 24 port switch. Good price.
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iMicro UTP-4P5E-7YEL 7ft CAT5e Cable (Yellow)
Part: ST-C5_7YEL
2006-10-18 07:59:04
Reviewed by JoJo from Aurora, CO US
Good looking cable. This length is fairly short. Leaves room for minimal movement. The yellow is nice and bright which helps you trace the cable. Only Cat5e but still a good ethernet cable for 100's of uses.
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Nice and Brigth
2006-10-17 06:05:15
Reviewed by Anonymous from Sikeston, MO US
Good mid length cable. For a network rack, this might easily tackle your needs. Works fine and well made. Cable is good quality and the color looks awesome.
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iMicro ST-C5_SOLI 1000ft CAT5e Cable Solid (Gray)
Part: ST-C5_SOLI
2006-12-27 16:05:45
Reviewed by Anonymous from Saint-Laurent, PQ CA
These packages of Cat5e cables are a great solution for system builders and network administrators. These are solid cables, which are a bit stiffer than your usual cables. Very nice.
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Great Price
2006-09-13 08:39:42
Reviewed by Anonymous from Beaverhead, NM US
A bulk box is handy to have on hand for building custom cables. The solid cable is easiest to work with. Long box of of great cable, meets all your networking run needs.
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2006-09-13 06:47:00
Reviewed by Mo from Bixby, OK US
Not sure what color this is, but a box of solid cable is ideal for network installs. Cables unwinde form the center of the box, enabling smooth pulls through walls, ceilings, whatever. If your doing your own wiring, be careful, some states require a license for even low voltage runs in the walls.
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iMicro C6M-100-GYB 100ft Cat6 UTP Molded Patch Cable (Gray)
Part: ST-C6_100G
2006-12-31 17:05:48
Reviewed by Anonymous from Saint-Laurent, PQ CA
These cables have been a great help for me in my network. They work very well and look very professionnal.
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Long Run
2006-11-06 10:16:38
Reviewed by Plaq from Hemet, CA US
Great for pre-determined runs. A 100ft cable will twist and get out of control on you unless it has a specific need. Not just the ST cable, really any cable with a twist. Speed is amazing and will make the far end very happy with gigabit speeds.
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A little more expensive
2006-10-03 19:08:52
Reviewed by Lizard from Denver, CO US
The Cat6 will cost you a few bucks more than Cat5e, but it is way faster. 10x faster. Great cable, thicker and more twists. Works great, nice and long. Good for in house runs, etc.
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iMicro C6M-3-BUB 3ft Cat6 UTP Molded Patch Cable (Blue)
Part: ST-C6_3BLU
Fast Cable
2006-08-23 08:22:47
Reviewed by Spike from Mannford, OK US
Ethernet Cat6 speeds. The length is ideal for switch to panel connections. Too short for user length. Molded connectors can be hard to push and remove. But that also makes it better so the tabs aren't pulled off.
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Molded Baby
2006-05-02 08:09:33
Reviewed by car sales from Hotsprings, NM US
The molded cables provide better protection from cable pull and stress. THis is a good length for a wiring closet, etc. Heck, it is a cable...
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iMicro C6M-7-BUB 7ft Cat6 UTP Molded Patch Cable (Blue)
Part: ST-C6_7BLU
Fast and Lengthy
2006-09-07 08:28:47
Reviewed by Barney from Beaverhead, NM US
This is a great cable. Well built, good construction. The cat6 is really fast and excellent for servers and end users. Good connectors. decent price.
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iMicro C6M-14-GYB Cat6 14ft UTP Molded Patch Cable (Gray)
Part: ST-CAT6_14
2006-11-24 20:25:26
Reviewed by Anonymous from St. Louis, MO US
Was thinking that this cable would be cheap and just OK for the money. Was impressed with the connection and cable runs fast gigabit speeds. Worthy of your purchase.
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Good and fast
2006-10-07 12:29:55
Reviewed by Lizard from Denver, CO US
Love the new Cat6 cables. For gaming nothing is better. You have to have a gigabit switch / router to benefit from it. The Super Talent cables work great, grey is a plain color, but works fine. Good length
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Great length for support techs
2006-08-18 14:30:29
Reviewed by Aaaah from Norco, CA US
This is the ideal length for running inside offices. Connect computers to the network wall jack. Grey is a common standard, good throughput with the fastest speeds to date.
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iMicro C6M-25-GYB 25ft Cat6 UTP Molded Patch Cable (Gray)
Part: ST-CAT6_25
High Frequency
2006-10-03 20:14:47
Reviewed by Lizard from Denver, CO US
The gigabit standard also known as Cat6 is 500mhz frequency. Pretty high, the gigabit speeds are insane. Good molded cable. For new systems it is a must. Well made and like grey personally.
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Super Fast
2006-08-18 14:10:21
Reviewed by Aaaah from Norco, CA US
This is a molded cable. Strong connectors and easily lasts. No more pulling out with stress. Cat6 is super fast and will do cat5 or 6. Depends on your Network Interface card.
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Very fast cable
2006-03-15 07:09:32
Reviewed by Working Hard from TorC, NM US
If you need a gigabit rated cable for lan parties or any other gigabit need, these work great. Very fast cables, with sturdy connectors. They don't have boots, so they are succeptible to pulling. Very fast Cat6 gigabit speeds.
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iMicro C6M-3-GYB Cat6 3ft UTP Molded Patch Cable (Gray)
Part: ST-CAT6_3G
Faster..... Much Faster
2006-10-17 05:41:13
Reviewed by Anonymous from Sikeston, MO US
This cable easily handles the gigabit speeds. Tight twist and good shielding. Excellent for any short run needs. Thanks eWiz
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Tighter twist
2006-08-23 21:31:51
Reviewed by Aaaah from Norco, CA US
The cat6 is a thicker cable with a plastic insert to reduce interference. Be sure to get the thicker CAT6 connectors. The Cat5's will work, but it will be harder and you will have to shed the plastic housing to get the cables near the end of the plug.
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2006-03-15 20:25:54
Reviewed by Big Toe from Cuchillo, NM US
The Super Talent gigabit patch cords work well for my network projects. Use with patch panels to connect to switches. Very handy
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iMicro CAT6-7GREY CAT6 7ft Molded Patch Cable (Gray)
Part: ST-CAT6_7G
No difference
2006-10-17 06:06:28
Reviewed by Anonymous from Sikeston, MO US
Nothing different between a patch cable and a standard cable. This one is molded. Which indicates a good molded around the connector. These will last much longer. Same cabling.
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Francis Duggan
It Is Survival Of The Fittest
On the flesh of smaller forms of wildlife the eagle she does fill her craw
A predator of Nature's wild kingdom and Nature lives by her own law
And the predators of Nature's wild kingdom they have to kill to stay alive
It is called the survival of the fittest where only the fittest survive.
The fear of creatures of the jungle when they listen to the big cats roar
But in Nature big cats are not seen as killers they hunt for survival nothing more
They have to hunt when they are hungry of meat they need their daily fill
It is one of the Laws of Nature that the predator to eat must kill.
Nature never grieves for her dead creatures to grieve it is not Nature's way
She is above sorrow and pity when on her bosom her dead creatures lay
Us humans too are part of Nature we live for awhile and we die
The creatures of Nature's wild kingdom they are not less mortal than I.
It is called survival of the fittest it happens in Nature night and day
Those that are born to be meat eaters on other creatures have to prey
And birth and death to Mother Nature are part of life and of the same
And for the deaths of her wildborn her predators she never blame.
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You'll need an extra helping of intestinal fortitude to endure Family Guy creator Seth MacFarlane's 'breezy' take on the western
In a recent interview in Entertainment Weekly, Mel Brooks was asked about the famous bean-fuelled campfire scene in his classic western spoof Blazing Saddles -- specifically, how many farts were the correct number of farts for maximum laughs.
"Things didn't get exciting until the fourth or fifth one," Brooks recalls, "and the laughter began to diminish around the 12th fart, so I said, 'OK, cut it off at 12.' I did it kind of systematically."
Seth MacFarlane has no such filter. No, in his new goof on the western genre, he pushes right on past farts, well into explosive-diarrhea territory -- you know, really explores the comedic opportunities offered by bowel-related sound effects. Then, God help us, he moves on to graphic depictions of the result of this gastrointestinal distress.
A Fistful of Dollars? More like A Hatful of Poo.
But that's par for the course with MacFarlane, the creator of the Family Guy animated series, whose last film was the talking-bear buddy comedy Ted. Pushing things too far, going for the low-hanging fruit with a wink-wink acknowledgment that he knows that you know that he knows he's doing it is just his style, and sometimes it works.
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MacFarlane directed, wrote and stars in this needlessly profane, sporadically amusing, scatological mish-mash set in Arizona in the 1800s.
Dumped by his girlfriend Louise (a bland Amanda Seyfried), sheep farmer Albert (MacFarlane) is befriended by the new girl in town, the tough and beautiful Anna (Charlize Theron). Unbeknownst to him, she is the wife of Clinch Leatherwood, the most feared gangster in the territories.
When the meek Albert impulsively challenges Louise's new beau, Foy, to a duel, Anna takes him under her wing and teaches him how to shoot... and how to be a better man. Things get complicated when Clinch shows up in town and Albert has to put his newfound confidence to the test.
MacFarlane's portrayal of Albert is intentionally anachronistic, with modern vocabulary and mannerisms. This is clearly intended to be a joke, but it stops being amusing early on. Instead, it has the effect of making Albert seem like an observer of his own story instead of a participant. In several scenes, he says, "Holy s " (yes, McFarlane must have actually written himself that witty line four times) while just watching the action.
It also seems like an excuse for McFarlane not to have to work very hard. Luckily, he's surrounded himself with actors who do. As deadly sharpshooter Clinch, Liam Neeson oozes genuine menace. Sarah Silverman is gamely shameless as a prostitute who won't sleep with her fiancé because she's a Christian. Neil Patrick Harris is broadly amusing as the moustache-twirling villain Foy.
As usual, MacFarlane includes non sequitur look-at-me pop-culture references that evoke laughs more out of surprise or recognition than because they're really clever or funny. Harris utters the catchphrase of his How I Met Your Mother character, Barney. There's a pointless Back to the Future gag. Ryan Reynolds dies, for some reason. Albert and Anna eat a pot cookie, possibly so MacFarlane can act stoned.
It would be churlish not to admit that there are snort-worthy moments and some raw but real laughs, but the film doesn't live up to its title. The frontier in the 19th century truly was an absurdly violent and dangerous place and time to live. It might have been funnier to see a few more of those million ways; instead, we get a weirdly sentimental romance. And a baker's dozen of farts.
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WET START TO THE WEEKEND: We are still forecasting periods of rain tonight and tomorrow across North/Central Alabama… for places like Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Anniston, and Gadsden, the most significant rain will come from about 9:00 tonight through 12:00 noon tomorrow. It won't rain for that entire nine hour time frame, but occasional showers are likely. No severe weather threat (although SPC has defined a "marginal" risk tonight from Memphis to Shreveport), and probably not much thunder. Rain amounts should be generally under 1/2 inch, although amounts will be higher over the Tennessee Valley of far North Alabama.
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AT DAYBREAK: Birmingham is reporting 59 degrees at 5:00 a.m. CT… which is average high for December 5. Needless to say, it will be another warm December day today with temperatures reaching the low 70s in most places this afternoon. The sky will feature more clouds than sun, and while we can't rule out a shower or two, most of the day will be dry.
WET BEGINNING TO THE WEEKEND: Rain coverage will increase tonight as the short wave west of the state gets closer. We will forecast periods of rain late tonight and tomorrow; at this point for North/Central Alabama it looks like the main window for the more widespread rain will come from about 9:00 tonight through 12:00 noon tomorrow. This doesn't mean it will rain all nine hours; it will rain at times.
The heavier rain totals will be seen over the Tennessee Valley of far North Alabama; for places like Tuscaloosa, Birmingham, Anniston, and Gadsden we project rain amounts of under 1/2 inch. Some places will see under 1/4 inch. No severe weather risk, and probably very little thunder. The rain will end from west to east early tomorrow afternoon as drier air moves into the state, and the sky will clear tomorrow night. Expect a high in the mid 60s tomorrow.
JACKSONVILLE STATE FOOTBALL: The Gamecocks host Sam Houston State tomorrow at Burgess-Snow Field at 1:00; the sky will be cloudy with some rain possible at times, especially during the first half of the game. Temperatures will be in the mid 60s during the game.
SEC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME: No weather worries with the Alabama/Missouri game played in the Georgia Dome, outside tomorrow in Atlanta the sky will be cloudy with some rain at times; the high will be in the low 60s. Sunday will be dry and a bit cooler with a high between 57 and 60.
Sunday will be a brighter day, with ample sunshine… the weather will be a bit cooler with a high closer to 60; many places north of Birmingham won't get out of the 50s.
NEXT WEEK: Looks quiet; the last few GFS runs show no rain for Alabama through the week with temperatures near seasonal averages; highs 58-62, lows 38-42. A good supply of sunshine each day.
LONG RANGE: The upper air pattern simply won't allow any extremely cold, Arctic air down into the Deep South for the next 15 days. Not looking good for those dreaming of a "White Christmas" at this point, but we all know we will have some good cold periods as we get deeper into winter. See the Weather Xtreme video for maps, graphics, and more details.
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I will be the Grand Marshall of the Cullman Christmas parade tonight, so no afternoon Weather Xtreme video today, but I will post some forecast notes by 4:00. Enjoy the day!
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