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Welcome to another episode of "10 Words or Less," in which I ask brief questions of interesting people and ask brief answers in return. I met today's guest when I attended her session at a green expo years ago, and she's come into my view often enough that I knew we should talk, so here we are. She's an author, an advocate for personal eco-consciousness and action, and recognized speaker. Remember, "10 Words" is an ethic, not a limit, so to those of you at home, please, no counting. If you think it's so easy, let's see you do it, especially on the fly.
[This is an edited version of this interview, conducted on video March 10.]
Name Kristi Marsh
Born when, where Portland, Oregon, in 1970. Soon after, I moved to California, where I was raised in Sacramento. Spent some time back up in the state of Washington, and then I've spent the last 20 years here south of Boston.
Family circumstance "I am raising a family. From 2 to midnight, I'm a stay-at-home mom, raising three teenagers. My husband is in retail."
Occupation "I'm an educator of mainstream women who are curious and want to learn more about this whole movement about how the products we bring into our homes can have an impact on our health."
What did you want to be when you grew up? "A Rockette. That didn't work out. An animal trainer at an amusement park. That didn't work out. By the time I was a teen, I realized I had a connection toward training. In college I studied human resources, and went into the world of retail as a trainer at Target and a beauty-industry store in malls. That's where I found this connection to be working with women and bringing them along in a process.
An early influence outside your immediate family The outdoors. From camping, to being raised as a preteen having a horse as my sense of independence."
A hero today, also outside your immediate family "I spent most of my life knowing the name Rachel Carson, but it wasn't until my late 30s that I learned more about who Rachel Carson was, as an author, as a scientist, as an advocate for women. I read 'Silent Spring' and I know that it is an impactful book on my generation, but being raised in my generation, I had no idea what it was about. Once I read it and learned more about Rachel Carson's legacy, i think it influences me greatly. I have deep admiration and respect for the change she created, not only in the 1960s, but the ripples it created throughout the 1970s."
What's your book called, and how can people get it? "'Little Changes, Tales of a Reluctant Home Ecomomics Pioneer.' It is a paperback on any normal online paperback site. It's also an e-book. And it can also be purchased directly through choosewiser.com."
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Welcome to another episode of "10 Words or Less," in which I ask brief questions of interesting people and ask brief answers in return. Today's guest has is not easily classified: He's an author, a professional speaker focused on wellness, and an official spokesman for the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, all while he keeps his day job working for Canada's largest telecom.
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I've just had my second column published by Corporate Wellness Magazine: "If You Want Wellness, Teach Wellness"
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Kristi is the committed, enterprising force behind ChooseWiser.com. She gives quite a nice interview:
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In two prior posts, I've agreed with influential blogger Morgan Downey that the proposal in Puerto Rico to fine the parents of obese children is a bad idea, and that the food environment has a great deal to do with the globesity crisis.
But I balked at the implication that parents don't have primary responsibility for obese children. I wouldn't have said so before 5 or 10 years ago — because I didn't get it — but now it's clear: incorporating fitness and nutrition into children's worldview is a basic ingredient of child protection.
If fines aren't the right tack, though, what can be done collectively? I usually fail, but I'll try to be brief. Clearly, the basic choices are to act or not to act.
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In a recent post, I reacted to writer Morgan Downey's mockery of a ham-handed suggestion in Puerto Rico to fine parents whose children are obese. I think the suggestion is not helpful, but I objected to Downey's giving not even a nod to the fact that parents do have a huge role in how kids learn to eat.
Downey focused his prescription on the food environment, and though we agree on its potency, I would put the onus on parents here, too, in part because in this world, a crucial role for parents is to educate their kids about media excesses — which is to say, "media."
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"Puerto Rico doesn't have the answer" is the headline of Morgan Downey's recent post about an island proposal to fine parents whose children are obese. Worst idea ever, he says.
Right up front: I don't want to fine parents of obese kids either. Bad idea, in every way. But the post has enough meat to chew on that it's worth checking in anyway. Here's Downey's comment upon disclosing the idea:
"Oh, that will help! 'Parents: Starve your children and you save a few bucks!' Wow, what a deal! That will overcome the cries of hungry children."
I'll dispense with the dumb crap before getting to the worthwhile issue: Starvation? Cries of hungry children? Is there no middle ground between starvation and obesity? One doesn't starve children into good health, any more than one does to overfeed, or poorly feed, or exercise no control over food choices.
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This conversation with Brian, an author, professional speaker, and an official spokesman for the Heart and Stroke Association of Ontario, was fabulous (IMO). He's a very inspiring guy.
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A vital issue brought up by the Affordable Care Act is whether employers can penalize employees who decline to take part in wellness offerings. Some consider it a civil rights issue if companies penalize employees who won't act that way their employer wants them to.
I see that some could see it as an issue, but I hesitate to agree.


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Injuries are hitting the Pittsburgh Steelers hard in the first half of their game against the Philadelphia Eagles as linebacker LaMarr Woodley has now left the game with an injured hamstring.
The Steelers defense already has lost safety Troy Polamalu in the game due to a calf injury and it appears both players might be out for the game.
Woodley missed several games last season to hamstring injury suffered against the New England Patriots.
Cornerback Ike Taylor appeared to have injured his lower back in addition, but did return to the game.
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Yes, you quote the (version you want) of the bible exactly as it was written.
BUT - You don't understand the meaning of what you're quoting.
BTW. I have seen you quote 3 different versions (possibly more, not taking much notice) you hypocritical fool
Wrong, the meaning is written in words one after the other and verses one after the other and books one after the other. The meaning is given in linear fashion as in a book (which is is), not a random access database (which it is not).
What p|sses you off is that I dont interpret meanings as you do, by jumping back and fourth through 4000 years of time to find bits that make sense to you as you find so comforting to suite you personal interpretation.
Of course I understand the meaning, I have shown you the verses that the god (and his buddies) you worship is an egotistical, genocidal, child murdering, condoner of slavery, apologist for rape misogynist with a bad temper.
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Hi everyone,
I'm very new to growing clematis and I have some questions. I have a nice, sturdy fence type wall for privacy near my deck in the backyard. Right now it has a HUGE trumpet vine growing on it that was planted by the previous owners. My husband and I really, really don't like the trumpet vine. It's very invasive and attracts a ton of bees. So, we've decided that we want to totally get rid of it and cover the wall with different types of clematis. Where do I start? We need to get rid of the trumpet vine - any advice on the best way to do that? Once it is gone can I buy the different clematis to plant this year or should I wait for the spring? What varieties do you recommend? I'd love to have some different ones so they bloom all throughout the spring and summer. I'm not picky about colors either. Do you have any ideas of places that I could get the plants pretty inexpensively. Also, the wall is sorta a zig-zag shape and it is about 15 feet long. How many different plants could I get to fill the area? I'd like to put them as close as I can to really cover the wall but I don't want to crowd them. Of course, expense is always an issue too. Thanks for all the advice! I really appreciate it!
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Lisa unless you can dig up the complete roots of the trumpet vine its going to take you a few years to get ride of it completly. It took me 7 years to kill mine off.
Man! I knew it would be hard to get rid of but I didn't realize it would be that hard! Should I wait until it is completely gone to plant the clematis? Or can I get the bulk of it off the wall and as many roots out as I can and then plant the clematis? I figure I'll be pulling new trumpet vines up for quite some time.
Lisa in Ohio
Trumpet vines are a real pain to get rid of. When you dig up the main rootball, you will see the strong, ropey roots going off in all directions (in my case, through my perennial borders and into the neighbour's yard). I just grabbed a hold of them and followed them to the end, if I could. I ended up messing up some of my grass, and parts of my border, but I just wanted it gone. Of course, it still kept popping up amongst my plants, so I actually resorted to using Round-up (the only time I have gone 'non-organic'), painted on with a brush, and it seemed to work. It took three years altogether to get rid of it totally. In my opinion, this vine belongs wayyyyyy out in the country, certainly not in an urban/suburban setting. On planting the clematis there, I would think you could put it in the spot where the original root ball was, as long as it was completely dug up. If you notice any old suckers coming up near the new clematis, just yank them up all the way to the end. Good luck.
Funny, I just saw a trumpet vine at Steins today and thought to myself, how pretty. But, I recalled reading something about its invasiveness.
Lisa, fellow newbie. This is my first year with clematis. I've attached a pic of my clems on my fenceline so you can see how closely they are planted. Most were planted in early February, some within the past month or so.
Once you resolve your trumpet vine dilemma....
If you want clematis to fill in nicely, prune them down the first year during the growing season to promote root growth. I've pruned mine 3 times already, the best way to prevent spindly clematis in future years.
Heed the advice of the experts on this forum regarding planting, pruning, fertilizing, etc., and I'm sure you'll be rewarded with beautiful clematis in 2 or 3 years.
There are three different pruning types, all mine are type 3 clematis, and many that I chose are Viticellas which are known to be more wilt resistant. I've heard from other experts that if they could go back, they'd have all type 3's and no type 2's in their garden.
I've included a link for a website that explains the different pruning types, bloom times, etc. and a library of the varieties in existence.
A really fast grower of mine is Prince Charles, Polish Spirit is a close second. They always get to the top first, and just behind that is Viticella Etoile Violette and Bonanza. Polish Spirit is by far the fullest of them all, known to be a vigorous grower. Madame Julia Correvon is also vigorous, but she is only recently planted so I can't comment from personal experience. A beautiful red clematis - stunning, and if you see this one I wouldn't pass it up.
I've found that there are better deals on the internet for clematis than I've seen at my local nurseries(and a better variety in my opinion - I see a lot of purple Jackmanii at local nurseries, almost everyone has them, I walk around my neighborhood and I'm glad I have less common varieties).
I should also mention I missed the early season rush, and by the time I shopped locally they were already picked over, so I did much of my ordering online. That's fine, it worked in my favor anyhow.
I've found clematis with HUGE root systems from our local hardware store - Menards (believe it or not) - my Rouge Cardinal and Romantika.
If you purchase locally, just make sure you see the root system poking out the bottom of the pot to ensure you are getting a well established clem.
Silver Star Vinery has nice clems, but you'll pay a little more. I purchased my Minuet clematis from them - I HAD to have one - it's planted next to my Purple Leaf Sandcherry and I can hardly wait for it to grow - I think it's going to be a stunning contrast against the purple/red foliage.
Bluestone Perennials usually has a spring and fall sale online with everything half off. I got my Madame Julia Correvon for $4.97, and it has a decent root system. They also offer a lifetime guarantee on their plants.
Shop around early and late in the season, and check back periodically on this forum. Members usually post info regarding online sales.
I purchased 19 clems this year, all type 3's and mostly viticellas, and I got the majority of them for under $12. But, I also took advantage of the fact that some of the companies were going out of business, in the process of reducing their inventory. I got excellent deals for beautiful clems.
I asked around this forum for recommended varieties, took the advice of others, and these are the clematis I chose based on those recommendations:
Prince Charles
Rouge Cardinal
Viticella Venosa Violacea
Viticella Huldine
Polish Spirit
Viticella Purpurea Plena Elgans
Viticella Etoile Violette
Gipsy Queen
Warsaw Nike
Viticella Alba Luxurians
Viticella Minuet
Viticella Madame Julia Correvon
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Flore Pleno (Mary Rose)
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Good luck with your trumpet vine issue and with your future clems.
Here is a link that might be useful: Clematis On The Web
That looks like it's going to be a nice show along the paling fence. Trumpet vine, sounds a monster, what's it's proper name? Thought of cutting it off near the base(s) and painting the cut end with Glyphosate? Might kill it off.
Campsis radicans is the latin name of most vines called trumpet vine. Without a photo, I'm not positive. Personally, I love it but don't have one at my current house, it is too small. They do grow huge though not a huge as Wisteria.
Kimcoco, you were so right to use that wire on your fence. I've used nylon netting, wood lattice and chicken wire in situations not easily changed now but know that that wire fencing you have is one they climb better than the others.
Portland, I was REALLY hesitant at first to the point where I kept putting it off. My neighbor kept telling me I have to trellis the clems, they need something to climb...I was so afraid it was going to be an eye sore, but I was quite pleased with the results.
By the time my clems grow in you'll hardly notice it if at all, and it was easy enough to attach to the fence.
We also considered wood lattice - thank heavens for this forum for all the wonderful advice!
You must post a pic of the results when flowers appear on them clems that line the fence, kimoco. Campsis radicans, what do you know, I planted one last spring 'cause I saw it flowering in someone's front garden on me way to Mass one Sunday morning - the orangie flowers caught my eye. Wisteria, ok if you have the space in cooler climates than mine, 'cept it has a habit of succoring. I pulled it all up (the Campsis) a couple of months ago so my Mandevillea could take over the space. Thanks for that Buyorsell888.
You are welcome. FYI Campsis suckers too. Watch for it to continue to come up.
My Mandevillea is in my greenhouse. Too cold for it here. I just repotted it and added a wire obelisk and it is really growing well.
Clematis don't climb wooden lattice as easily as wire. It is too thick for them to grip. I didn't realize and had DH do a bunch of projects for me with lattice.....I can't ask him to staple wire over them. I just can't so I spend a bunch of time weaving the dang vines through it and many times they break off.
They climb right up the wire.
Yeah, I can appreciate that, I have installed wire criss-cross! Know what I mean? Like lattice but much, much finer, and the clem. leaf tendrils are curling around it. Lattice would be too thick/wide. Umm, interesting clues come from visiting this site..
Thank you so much to everyone that commented - especially you kimcoco. I loved how much detail you went into. And the picture of your fence line is great! I think I should have dh put some of the wire fencing on our wall thing as well. He cut all the trumpet vine down to about ground level the other day. What a HUGE job!! And that isn't even the worst of it I would imagine. We're going to put some Round Up on all the different vine edges and let that soak in for a quite a few days. Then he'll start working on digging up the roots. I sure can't wait until it is completely gone. I'm really looking forward to putting in the clematis. It is going to be so pretty! Now, is there any way to get starts off of people? Does clematis take off well from starts? If so is anyone willing to share some with me? :) Thanks again so much for all the advice!
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8/26/2012 (2 years ago)
Catholic Online (www.catholic.org)
Comedian and author, Jeff Foxworthy hosts this first-ever studio-based game in which contestants compete based on their knowledge of the Bible. Utilizing current as well as historical references, questions will be drawn from the rich, dense narrative found in the world's best-selling book. The contestants will share their compelling back-stories and each team will be playing for a charitable organization.
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8/26/2012 (2 years ago)
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Keywords: American Bible Challenge, Jeff Foxworthy, Game Show Network, Bible, Odyssey,
WASHINGTON, DC (Catholic Online) - When I was a Protestant pastor, one of the big events in the life of our Youth Group was the annual Bible Bowl competition. Teams from various churches would study hard and "scrimmage" against each other in preparation for the big event - Bible Bowl.
Bible bowl has now come to network TV with the arrival of The American Bible Challenge. The program, hosted by comedian Jeff Foxworthy, who is a committed Christian himself, is the first studio-based game show where contestants face-off concerning their knowledge of the Bible. TABC gives teams of three an opportunity to compete for cash prizes which are awarded to the ministry, charity or non-profit organization of their choice.
According to Maura Dunbar, Executive Vice-President and Chief Content Officer for Odyssey Networks, Foxworthy was the at the top of the wish list for the host. Dunbar, a production consultant for TABC, stated, 'In addition to being a fine comedian, he is well-established as a host for the show "Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?' and knows how to work within a game show format. But, most importantly, he is a committed Christian."
"The authenticity of his walk of faith comes through in the show; he has a respect and love for the underlying content as well as a respect and a connection to it. That also allows him to forge a relationship with the contestants."
When asked about his involvement in the show, Foxworthy stated, "I am excited to be hosting a show about the bestselling book of all time. It will be interesting to find out what people really know, and an opportunity to present the Bible in a fun and entertaining way."
One of the most refreshing characteristics of the show is the fact that the teams are playing for their favorite charity or ministry, not themselves. When they get excited about winning prize money, they are really celebrating the fact that a ministry is going to be financially blessed.
Dunbar stated that this is a concept that Odyssey has been trying to bring to network television for the past five years.
"The great people at Game Show Network saw that and the potential in a show like this. Nothing like this had been done before and they were willing to really take a risk."
Not only does the charity benefit from the winnings, but also each one is featured at the beginning of the program as the teams are introduced. In addition, while one team walks away the winner, everyone really wins as the other competing teams also take home funds that are donated to the charity or ministry.
The one episode I was able to watch featured contestants from the protestant Evangelical world. I asked Dunbar if they were going to include Catholic teams.
"We are the largest multi-faith media company in the country so we are all about inclusion. We talked about that as an important factor at the Game Show Network. While there are a number of denominational groups, I believe there is a Catholic team that is playing."
Leticia Velasquez, of Catholic Media Review, gives the show a strong endorsement.
"Jeff Foxworthy is a funny and engaging host to this contagiously cheerful show. His homespun humor is the perfect fit for a game show in which three teams who are winning money for their favorite charity answer increasingly difficult questions from both Old and New Testaments. My girls and I were shouting out answers to questions on Noah's Ark in the beginning, and scratching our heads at the obscure names in the final round on 'Women in the Bible.'
"The show features an exciting format and set, and a dynamic Gospel choir which opens and closes each segment with old favorites like 'Amazing Grace' and 'Amen.' Even though some teams earn less, in 'The American Bible Challenge' everyone, including the audience, come out winners!!"
The American Bible Challenge premieres on Thursday, August 23 at 8 pm ET / 7:00pm CT on the Game Show Network.
Father Randy Sly is the Associate Editor of Catholic Online and a priest with the Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of St. Peter established by the Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, through the Apostolic Constitution "Anglicanorum Coetibus."
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Making the State Pension simpler and fairer
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Introducing a simple, single-tier State Pension
The government published 'The single-tier pension: a simple foundation for saving' on 14 January 2013. On 18 March 2013 the government announced that the single-tier pension will be brought in on 6 April 2016 and will affect people who reach State Pension age from that date. Current pensioners and those reaching State Pension age before the introduction date will receive their State Pension based on existing rules.
The single-tier pension will replace the State Second Pension, contracting-out and outdated additions, such as the Category D pension and the Age Addition. The Savings Credit element of Pension Credit will also close to pensioners who reach State Pension age after the introduction of the single-tier pension.
The new pension will make it easier for people to understand what they need to save for their retirement. It will also support the introduction of automatic enrolment into workplace pensions which we introduced in October 2012.
Above the basic level of means-tested support
The single-tier pension will be set above the basic level of means-tested support (the Pension Credit Standard Minimum Guarantee, £148.35 a week for a single pensioner in the financial year 2014 to 2015). The current legislative requirement to increase the basic State Pension at least in line with average growth in earnings will also apply to the single-tier pension. This means that it will stay above the level of means-tested support over the long term.
State Second Pension
Closing the State Second Pension is an important part of the single-tier reforms. Contracting out of the State Second Pension for Defined Benefit schemes will therefore come to an end. Contracting out means giving up entitlement to the State Second Pension in return for a broadly similar occupational pension and a lower National Insurance (NI) rate for employer and employee.
Under the single-tier proposals, all employees will pay the same rate of National Insurance and become entitled to State Pension in the same way. The State Pension system will be significantly simpler as a result.
Qualifying years
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We will put in place transitional arrangements to recognise people's National Insurance contribution records before the implementation date.
Inheritance and deferral
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The deferral rate will be finalised closer to implementation. It will no longer be possible to receive deferred State Pension as a lump-sum payment.
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Supporting documents
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Writers: Robert E. Sherwood, MacKinlay Kantor | Director: William Wyler | Stars: Fredric March, Dana Andrews, Myrna Loy, Teresa Wright
14. On the Town (1949)
Passed | 98 min | Comedy, Musical, Romance
Three sailors on a day of shore leave in New York City look for fun and romance before their twenty-four hours are up.
Writers: Adolph Green, Betty Comden, Jerome Robbins | Directors: Stanley Donen, Gene Kelly | Stars: Gene Kelly, Frank Sinatra, Betty Garrett, Ann Miller
15. It Runs in the Family (2003)
PG-13 | 109 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
This is the story of a dysfunctional New York family, and their attempts to reconcile.
Writer: Jesse Wigutow | Director: Fred Schepisi | Stars: Kirk Douglas, Michael Douglas, Bernadette Peters, Rory Culkin
16. The Incredible Mr. Limpet (1964)
Approved | 99 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Meek and mild mannered bookkeeper Henry Limpet has few passions in life. It's mid-1941 and he would love to join the Navy but has been rated 4F. His friend George Stickle is in the Navy and... See full summary »
Writers: Jameson Brewer, John C. Rose, Joe DiMona, Theodore Pratt | Director: Arthur Lubin | Stars: Don Knotts, Carole Cook, Jack Weston, Andrew Duggan
17. Mr. & Mrs. Bridge (1990)
PG-13 | 126 min | Drama
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18. I Am Cuba (1964)
141 min | Drama, Music, War
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Writers: Enrique Pineda Barnet, Evgeniy Evtushenko | Director: Mikhail Kalatozov | Stars: Sergio Corrieri, Salvador Wood, José Gallardo, Raúl García
19. Barcelona (1994)
PG-13 | 101 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
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Writer: Whit Stillman | Director: Whit Stillman | Stars: Taylor Nichols, Chris Eigeman, Tushka Bergen, Mira Sorvino
20. Come See the Paradise (1990)
R | 138 min | Drama, History, Romance
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Writer: Alan Parker | Director: Alan Parker | Stars: Dennis Quaid, Tamlyn Tomita, Sab Shimono, Shizuko Hoshi
21. Since You Went Away (1944)
Approved | 177 min | Drama, Romance, War
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22. The Last of the Blonde Bombshells (2000 TV Movie)
PG-13 | 84 min | Comedy, Music
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Writer: Alan Plater | Director: Gillies MacKinnon | Stars: Judi Dench, Ian Holm, Leslie Caron, Olympia Dukakis
23. The Sullivans (1944)
Approved | 112 min | Biography, Drama, History
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24. South Pacific (2001 TV Movie)
129 min | Comedy, Drama, Musical
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25. Back Roads (1981)
R | 94 min | Adventure, Comedy, Romance
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Writer: Gary DeVore | Director: Martin Ritt | Stars: Sally Field, Tommy Lee Jones, David Keith, Miriam Colon
26. The Harmonists (1997)
R | 115 min | Biography, Drama, Music
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27. Madame Butterfly (1995)
134 min | Drama, Music
Writers: Giuseppe Giacosa, Luigi Illica, Frédéric Mitterrand | Director: Frédéric Mitterrand | Stars: Ying Huang, Richard Troxell, Ning Liang, Richard Cowan
28. Lola (1961)
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29. Haven (2001 TV Movie)
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31. The Horn Blows at Midnight (1945)
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32. John Paul Jones (1959)
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34. Sing Your Song (2011)
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35. Any Mother's Son (1997 TV Movie)
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Do You Like Art Books? Do You Have or Display "Coffee Table" Book
Last weekend my mother and I went shopping in Altanta looking for carpet, fabric for a shower curtain, and other odds and ends. At one store I found her absolutely awestruck, poring over a huge book, The Complete Drawings and Paintings of Leonardo da Vinci. The art is reproduced beautifully, with wonderful sharp detail. The imprint is Taschen, a German company that publishes a lot of art books. There is interesting editorial comment and some explication, but it is clearly a book to be looked at, drooled over, and opened again and again. At almost 700 pages and oversized, it weighs as much as a toddler! My mom bought it for us for the new basement room and I was thrilled.
Most people call these "coffee table books," since that's usually where you find them. I see fewer and fewer of these in peoples' real homes, although they're still part of tried and true decorating of a certain type. Personally, I love such books, have them in my home and love to look through them elsewhere. I usually keep a book of Central Park photographs in our living room, everybody loves that one. In the library right now I have a Beatles book and one on WWII, both recent Christmas presets from our eldest son.
Do you like such books, and do you have and display them? Do you look thru them in friends' houses?
Large art print books must be more out of favor than I realized,yaya :-)
I have always though they were so useful if a guest is incomfortable and needs something to do, e.g. flip through a gorgeous book that is sure to elicit comment. One of the items I see most often on coffee/cocktail tables are the ubiquitous three or more balls made of ceramic, moss, metal, vines, paper mâché, or any of a hundred other materials. I never can figure out their purpose!
When I'm a guest in someone's home and I am in a position to need a book (in bed and can't sleep), I want to read. Give me a good paperback and skip the oversized art book.
I have coffee table books. All have been gifts. I have never bought one and doubt that I ever will. They are dust collectors which, periodically, go to my library's book sale.
I LOVE books and we both read so proper lighting for reading and access to books is a priority. I love art books and also like historical books, and gardening books . We currently have a large coffee table book on the life and times of JFK. I honestly can't imagine that it would ever be out of favor to have a home filled with the joy and information that books add to our lives.
KSWL, I don't get all of the useless items that are displayed on coffee tables either. Our living room is usually strewn with books and magazines, laptops and iPads.
That is the perfect description of our tables as well, Holly Kay! I do have some decorative items--- for example, in the library we have a large bowl from a local artist that is a good temporary repository for the pens and pencils and cords that inevitably get left behind. In the LR we have a vase of flowers from NDI, a shagreen box that contains the fireplace remote, and a tall glass candlestick and candle, in addition to the current book (Central Park). Books look better (IMO) on square or rectangular tables, but that doesn't deter me.
Jmc, I usually put a kindle in the room with a guest and we have a library with lots of books, so a good read isn't a problem. I just love the feel of those large books and the quality of the printing, and the fact that the subject is usually something for which I wouldn't think to sit down and do a google image search, iykwim. They can be heavy, i see that as a potential guest room problem, but spread out on a coffee table... But you have given me a great idea---- I'll bet there are hundreds of these books languishing at Goodwill and Salvation Army stores....
Gorgeous book!! Would LOVE to sit and flip through it .... wonderful!
I do have books on my coffee tables (two in our one-and-only living room) -- but I think that many of our guests have no idea that they are allowed to pick them up and have a look ..... maybe such things have fallen out of favor. Most folks seem to be surprised at my bookcase and my few-and-far-between books.
Yes indeed. I have been asked: "Do you actually READ those books????"
Currently (these things change often) on the old trunk that serves as one of the coffee tables :
No bookcovers (another thing that changes often)
Suzanne Rheinstein: At Home
Ros Byam Shaw: Perfect English Cottage
Talbot Whiteman: Brother Cadfael's Herb Garden
Charles Faudree: Details
Piet Swimberghe: Quiet Living: Unique Country Details
And on the other coffee table:
(tucked into a basket)
Brian Coleman: Barry Dixon Interiors
Leonie Highton: House &Garden Book of Country Interiors
Laura Cerwinske: In a Spiritual Style: The Home as Sanctuary
DH and I try to purchase a book from each country that we have visited. I have them displayed on an antique table in the corner of our family room. I sometimes pour myself a glass of wine, grab a book and flip through the pages, which ultimately brings back memories of the trip itself.
And here's a single pin from Pinterest from Joe Ruggiero (remember his great show on HGTV)
Here is a link that might be useful: Pin from Joe Ruggiero -- books on coffee table
We have (and love) books, but we do not have "art" books. That is just not us. I have not noticed them on many of our friends tables either nor that many of the "balls". LOL I do think the balls are just a decorative accent. I've seen some beautiful porcelain ones and of course the fishing floats - I love those and have several - but not on a coffee table. I also have a couple of moss balls - but they are in pots or containers in various places. Just one ball - which brings a bit of green into the room. I love decorating with plants but there are some places a plant just won't live and so I have a couple of the moss balls. To me, the balls used as decor wouldn't be any different from the candlestick the OP listed on her coffee table. Except of course, you could actually use the candle if need be! LOL
Actually, in our great room, we do not use a coffee table. I do have books in there, on a side table, in a basket, etc. In our sunroom, which is most used as a den for us, there are decor books on the coffee table, along with a plant and a couple of small vintage items.
We also enjoy books from places we have visited and my husband is a history buff, so you will find several history/military books and historical books from the area where we live.
I have a coffee table book of a resort I've vacationed at for 50 years or so.
It's changed so much since I was a child .
The old building that sold blocks of ice is gone.
The old (creaky) wooden decks have been replaced with Trex .
The tents have mostly been replaced with motor homes.
I got mine after we had a bear visit one night .
I just love looking back at "the good old days".
Still I can't think of coffee table books without seeing this..
It's a book that is also a table..
I like art books and coffee table books, although I don't have any displayed on the coffee table. I bought a few for my husband that I thought he might like. One was about the history of the Marines and the other about the history of muscle cars - if you add in his electric and plumbing manuals then you have a pretty good idea about his interests :) He keeps them in his office.
I would love to have that Leonardo da Vinci book. I'm sure it would keep me engrossed for hours!
When we go to see a special art exhibit, we usually buy a related "coffee table" book. And we have them stacked horizontally here and there. I really enjoy them, as another said, as a way to remember the exhibit. We also have a few others, like the New Yorker cartoons tome.
However, I think coffee table books have been besmirched as a category. 90% of them are pure junk, a la decorative mugs, published for people who can't think of anything else to give!
In our family room, we have a stack of photo books from our vacations. They are only for us or close relatives, but we really enjoy looking through those.
The one things I can say in favor of "coffee table books" is that that they can't be kindle-ified. I have recently given in and started reading novels on Kindle. I only buy the physical book now if I am pretty sure I will want to own it (eg classics, prize winners, etc)
I have two on my coffee table in the living room. One is Gardens of Philadelphia and the other is the catalog from a show of Jamie Wyeth's work at The Brandywine River Museum (where I got to meet him and he is so good looking!). I occasionally leaf through them, not often. As for the coffee table in my den, which is where I sit and have my "command center", it is a catchall of catalogs and magazines and books I am reading at the moment.
When books are formally arranged in a coffee table, I would hesitate to disturb them at another person's house. Still, they are a good reflection of that person's interests.
Sometimes, when I'm tired of the current photos or items that I have on display on sofa table and other areas of my house, I will put a travel or over-sized art or photo book on display. I like having books displayed vertically, face-out. Like homersmom, I have books from travels (sometimes you can't find the book anywhere but at the place you visited) that are beautiful, so I display them like art. And, yes, I do page through them again.
I adore books, both reading them and using them as decor. No art books but subjects that DH and I are interested in. Mine, of course, are on home decor and architecture! :D Others are on places we've traveled, Christmas books, and DH's hobbies. One is a Who's Who in America as it contains 2 relatives of ours and is soon going to be used for an altered book project! I've seldom seen a guest in our home look at any of them tho. I do occasionally look at them myself.
Not 'coffee table' books as such, but I've bought vintage books at yard sales and thrift shops in colors that look good in my house which I use as risers.
I have a couple of friends who have books around and I have looked thru them while visiting. Most people I know are not obsessed with home decor as much as I am and don't use them as decor.
"But you have given me a great idea---- I'll bet there are hundreds of these books languishing at Goodwill and Salvation Army stores...."
Excellent idea! Now that I've reduced my collection of books I might start looking in thrift stores for more! LOL Only really large ones tho. I did buy some of my home decor books at a library sale. They are in pristine condition (looked as if they had never been opened) and 5 for $1. was a price I could not walk away from!
Re: those ubiquitous balls which are often used to introduce a "pop" of color (really dislike that phrase!), or texture but IMO are overused and very "common". I have one set which I made with fabrics in my accent colors so they are more unique. I also have collections of art glass balls and genuine glass fishing floats which are a different accessory IMO and I often use them in other ways than just in a bowl on the coffee table. They have a completely different 'feel' to me than decorative balls made in China, sold in chain home decor stores, and seen in thousands of homes all over North America.
So it seems the "coffee table book" is alive and well, driven by interests and experiences. I love the idea of travel books --- never considered it because of the extra suitcase weight, it didn't occur to me to have them sent. I am a poor photographer so the photos would be a better record than I could provide.
Tea cats, like you many of my oversized books are home related. I love the Faudree one!
One hundred beautiful books, ineffable, I don't think we have room for that many. I agree that stacking them horizontally is the best storage method. We had deeper bottom shelves built in our library to accommodate oversized books.
Lol, tinam, you've got me--- I've only lit that candlestick a few times, but the difference in my own mind is that I could use it if needed. No problem with spheres as a purely decorative object, but in that case I admit to liking one instead of a group.
Ded I love garden books and have several from places like Bellingrath, and love the New Yorker cartoons, Mtn. Agree the whole idea has been adulterated by junk books whose sole purpose is to provide a 40% off purchase for someone browsing the sale table (or rather what they hope a buyer will think is 40% off).. I don't have any whatsoever qualms about asking to pick up arranged books :-)
I have an old wooden music stand that, if properly braced, would probably hold the weight of my new book. It may be moving downstairs with Leo and a few others.
I love books and they exist in every room in my house. I, too, am a lackluster photographer, so I like to buy books with photographs of places that I'm visiting. I also have a large selection of decorating books, art and books on table settings and china.
I would love to stack some on my coffee table, but I cheaped out and purchased an inexpensive table with a very thin glass top. I'm afraid to put much weight on it, so it's usually accessorized with three carved wooden candlesticks with candles and a Florentine tray.
I love them! My latest was a cheaper version of Circus by Taschen -- still huge but not literally a coffee table like the first version! This photo I found on the internet demonstrates that one's size -- the lady is 6 ft tall
I love the circus and really enjoy visiting the Ringling Circus Museum in Sarasota so it's meaningful for me.
I also have a collection of richly illustrated old wildlife books, beautiful inside and out, some quirkier books (Pinups, Armed America), some art and design books. Here are some more favorites:
My favorites, of course, relate to my interests and are usually informative as well as beautiful.
Great idea to get some travel books for guests. I leave paperbacks in my guest room, but personally enjoy reading up on my travel destinations as well, so it would work for me.
I have "three" spheres (balls) but have never used them. They are a beautiful ceramic with paisley on them.
They're a decorative accent piece is all. Usually something pretty to look at and to add color to a room. No different than any other decorative object one would have in their house. So I'm not getting your comment, especially on a decorating board.
I have no books on display except my personal pile on the end table next to where I sit. And pending on the person with the art books, I sometimes, but not always, find them to be a bit pretentious.
Well, the new coffee table comes tomorrow, I must get my tray which will hold little decorative objects ready! They may not live up to your standards though. :)
I forgot to mention that I also love using antique books in decorating. Many are not read, but some are the beautiful leather covers, etc. I love using them. Many really have much prettier covers that what we see today. I'm sure leather books today would cost a fortune!
No coffee table in my living room, so no 'coffee table' books. We do have some of the oversized art/photography/decorating books but they live in the dining room shelves with the other books.
I have a couple of small ottomans near my sofa, good for putting feet up. On one lives a basket with stuff we use all the time, like eyeglass cloths, the tv remotes, nail files, antacids, very practical stuff. In my defense, the basket itself is very pretty- and it was fair trade and made by refugees of Rwanda.
We have them in almost every room. In the sunroom, they are stacked under a chair on the floor and are garden books. In our gathering room, we have books on great cities. In our conservatory/library, I try to find eclectic ones. I have some in Icons of Modern designs and dog breeds and nature scenes and antiques and I have them stacked around or open for people to look at:
I love to have books around although I don't buy physical copies of modern/popular books because I read those on the Kindle exclusively now (I find reading on a Kindle SO much easier since I can do it one-handed)
Love them. Have many. Artsy family of painters, drawers,musicians, architects and we all love gardening and memberships in several gardening societies, rose, garden clubs, master gardeners, area arts guild, a study club, member of supporting/fundraising organization for local library.
When attending art shows, I swear off coffee table books but I am weak. One son hands his off to me for retirement and preservation. His wife is not interested right now. That will come in time when babies are older.
Change them out, put them in bedrooms, on library tables, on valet tables, foot of bed, on shelving.
KSWL, love Bellingrath.
Love having a collection of books around. Most of ours are gardening books, which I use quite often, evidenced by the tabs sticking out of the pages. I also have several books about Southern subjects, one by Charles Kuralt and another with photographs of old barns and rural structures with essays by Ferrol Sams. I too leave some paperbacks we have of local sightseeing or other interesting road trips in the area in our guest rooms.
And our coffee table is always piled with magazines and other reading matter.
Outside, I enjoy those books too--- my late FIL went to school with Ferrol Sams and we love his novels. I hadn't realized he wrote essays as well.
"When attending art shows, I swear off coffee table books but I am weak." We share that weakness, lol. Seems I am "always" never going to buy another huge book...
Beagles, that room is fantastic, and I do see your pile of books peeking out from under that chair to the left :-) I'm with you on the kindle, but every now and then I like to hold a real book. Even though I find myself pushing the edge of the page instead of turning it (hanging head). No screen can reproduce the heft and color of those prints in large books, there is something about a good quality art print that is somehow more convincing than an image on a screen.
Sloe gin, over the past decade or so I've seen many people putting lovely shelving in their dining rooms to combine functions or simply bring books into a room that doesn't often see them. I love that look, of a literary dining room!
And your basket sounds eminently practical, we use our shagreen boxes and ceramic bowls for the same purpose--- the "stuff" has got to be corralled somehow.
I have seen that Circus book, Robo, and the Atomic Ranch book also, they are both marvelous! It's clear that our collective enjoyment of these tomes is at least partly for the esthetic quality of the books themselves in addition to the content. I suppose that's what makes them "useful" decor :-)
In some cases they might function purely as decor, as the leather books you've used, tinam. Have you seen the book purses that are so popular in some circles? Kate Spade has or had a few, and there's quite a cottage industry on Etsy making real old books into small handbags. They aren't a tenth big enough for me, but I love looking at them!
Kswl, I haven't seen any other books of his essays either, and this one is pretty old and I've had it a long time. I think it's called 'Passages'. I'll check if you want to try to find it. I believe Dr. Sams died not too long ago, and I really enjoyed his books. I love taking photos of old barns, so this book really appealed to me. One of these days i'm going to go thru my photos and turn some of them into B&W's and frame some of them I think. BTW, I love your da Vinci book!
I prefer to call them 'barn faces', lol! Some of them are sad, yes. Some look surprised they are still standing, and some amused. If you look at them long enough, you'll see what I mean. Then there are the ones with interesting construction details - cantilevered, stone, quilt barns, etc. Love finding them. That's also cool that your FIL was a classmate of Ferrol Sams.