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May 09 2012
Dodo Bird
Here's what I've done since I got home Sunday:
1. Unpacked.
2. Completely rearranged the furniture.
3. Gave myself a hernia.
4. Cleaned out my desk and found three important things that are no longer important because back when they were important, I couldn't find them.
5. Placed tomato cages onto some tomatoes I planted a couple of weeks ago.
6. Cleaned out Charlie's ears.
7. Donated the contents of his ears to science.
8. Washed my hands.
9. Made pork chops.
10. Made pico de gallo.
11. Made cookies.
12. Didn't exercise.
Today I'm cleaning out the mud room and I'm so very afraid. Hold me.
And while we're on the subject, I wanted to tell you a quick story.
On Sunday, I appeared on QVC to feature my new cookbook. It's the fifth or sixth time I've been on QVC over the past three years, and it's something I really enjoy doing. QVC is like a planet unto itself, probably the most well-oiled machine I've ever seen next to my household. Just kidding on that last part. The people at QVC are upbeat and positive, the place is immaculate, the producers are calm and organized, and David Venable, the host of the show on which I appear, is someone I've really grown to like.
When I go to QVC, I feel like a complete dodo bird. Last time I was there, I ran into a stairway. You can read about it here:
Ree Runs Into a Stairway
This time, I showed up to the studio all dressed and ready about 11:00, and my segment, it turned out, wasn't until 1:15. So I spent that time making sure all the food was in order and my forehead wasn't overly reflective. Then I placed an extremely large Velcro roller on top of my head, rolling up a strategic section of my hair so as to give my hair a little height and offset my jowls for my segment. Then I set about figuring out what I was going to wear. I also watched QVC in real time on the TV in the green room, trying not be sucked in by the offerings. Never in my life have I wanted a facial steamer or set of sparkly stacking rings so much.
Around 11:45, the producer came in to let me know that they would need me to come out on the set and do a tease at noon, which just means I go out and say hi and they introduce me and say I'll be on the show later in the day. I said, "Okay, great," then sat back down and resumed reading The Godfather.
If you have not read The Godfather—if you've only seen the movie—please add it to your summer reading list. I'm going to write about it on PW Entertainment soon.
Oh, that reminds me! I need to plant those two rose bushes near our rock wall today.
And I can't forget to put the roast in the oven!
Wait. What was I talking about?
Oh, yeah. QVC. So just before noon, I walk toward the set and wait outside the door for them to call me because I don't want to be in anyone's way. Then I hear in my earpiece, "We need you now, Ree!"
Thirty seconds early. I think. They're really on the ball today!
I swing open the doors and begin walking on set. The producer, standing in the wings, looks at me as I walk past and says "You have a roller!"
"Okay!" I answered nervously and took another step or two toward the cameras. I didn't really know what he meant. I thought maybe he was saying that I was going to be featuring a rolling kitchen cart like the one they'd featured earlier in the show. Never mind that this made absolutely no sense.
"You have a roller!" he repeated, only a little louder this time. Like when people repeat something to a person who doesn't speak their language, and they think raising the volume will help.
"Okay," I answered again. Then I started thinking he meant a lint roller. I guess I'll be featuring a lint roller on my segment along with my cookbook? Never mind that made even less sense than the rolling kitchen cart.
I took another step toward the set. My tease was seven seconds away, and I didn't want to be late.
"YOU HAVE A ROLLER IN YOUR HAIR." The urgency in the producer's voice was undeniable.
It all suddenly became clear to me. The Velcro roller, which happened to be the size of a medium-sized propane tank, was still proudly and violently perched on top of my head, a good chunk of my hair rolled up in it. I felt like a crazy lady who'd left the beauty shop a little early and who'd accidentally worn her bra over her shirt that day. I was two steps away from being in the camera's frame, so I froze, ripped the roller out of my hair, plopped it in the producer's outstretched hand, and breezed right up to David Venable, who graciously welcomed me to the show and most likely wondered why the top of my head was frizzed out and hectic.
On my way to the airport later that afternoon, Marlboro Man texted me from home. Our conversation went something like this:
How did it go?
Great! I almost walked on the set with a roller on top of my head.
I don't understand.
Neither do I.
But here's the good news: I didn't run into the stairway when I left the building!
So when you think about it, I'm actually making progress.
338 Comments and 23 Replies
Ruthie Douglas On Wednesday, May 9 at 10:54 am
Good LORD that is a good laugh!
Renea Tutt On Wednesday, May 9 at 10:55 am
Hi, I watched QVC on Sunday just to see you! You were great, I think they should give you more time, it goes so fast. The roller — I can remember back in the "dark ages", when I was in high school, we'd wash our hair Saturday morning and roll it with the black brush rollers and pink stick pins, cover all that up with a hot pink ruffled cap and run all over town all day, late in the afternoon the rollers came out, hair was brushed and we got dressed to go out on the big date. Didn't matter at all that strangers say us in rollers but NOT the boyfriend. ha ha –this was before the time of hot rollers too!
Love your books and love your cooking show.
Melissa M On Wednesday, May 9 at 10:59 am
Thank you for that story! It was a good giggle on a gloomy day here, in New England.
May I also mention that, were I to have been in your situation, I would absolutely have just walked right out there on that set with the roller in my hair, then spent half the time making it worse by trying to do the segment while removing the roller.
I would have gone all wide eyed as in " look into my eyes, my hands are doing nothing. there is nothing going on on top of my head. those are not sweatty armpits. Look into my eyes…"
Michele in Salem On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:00 am
Oh my goodness! I am sitting here laughing and laughing! Thanks for sharing this, it made me feel so much better! Glad it all worked out!
Dorothy On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:04 am
That is so funny!!! I love the stories you tell! I sure needed that laugh today!
Kristi On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:07 am
LOL! Ree – you ree-ally made me chuckle this morning. Thanks for letting us laugh along with you – as I could see myself doing something similar. You keep it real girl – and help this transplanted city-mouse to remember to laugh at herself too!
CArolyn On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:09 am
That is so funny! EVERYONE has had one of those moments and what fun to laugh at it later. It is a wonder the last minute understanding didn't throw you for a loop the rest of the time. Too funny.
Kari Tyree On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:09 am
Ha Ha Ha Ha!!! I'm glad that I'm not the only crazy person out their who speaks english and doesn't understand english from another state.
Kari Tyree On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:10 am
….there not their… thank you….
Melissa in Texas On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:13 am
You got me laughing today! Thanks for sharing, I needed to laugh today! I've done this too, only not on TV, on the way to church. My husband asked, "Are you going to wear that thing in your hair?" My fear is that he won't tell me next time, because he likes a good laugh too! LOL!
Brancy Young On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:14 am
OMG that was funny, right up there with the donut case story! Thanks Ree for making me laugh and also for making me feel like I am not the only one!
Cheryl A. On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:15 am
Hi there – I am LOL here at work… Thanks for sharing and for the laugh. It's much appreciated!! You do write such great posts!!
Patricia from VA On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:16 am
This reminds me of the morning my 24 yr. old son and I were getting ready to leave for our work sites. He had put a boiled egg in the microwave to warm up. But he forgot to put holes in it. Well, he took it out of the microwave and it exploded in his hand. I think I am still finding pieces of egg in the kitchen. It went everywhere. I can laugh now.
Sharon B On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:17 am
You totally crack me up. LOVE all of your post. Definately making progress on QVC.
Lauren (in PA) On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:17 am
ARGH?! are you serious? You were at the Q again?
You need to post when you'll be on for heavens sake!!!
Farmrgurl On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:22 am
Thanks for the laugh! I really needed it today. And you make me feel so normal…just kidding!
Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise) On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:24 am
Oh Miss Ree, ya totally crack this Ozark Farm Chick up and heaven knows I don't need yet another wrinkle on this old mug of mine!!! Heeeheehhee!!! :o)
God bless ya'll and have an amazin' day from the tickled hills and hollers of the beautiuful Missouri Ponderosa!!!
Anyone got any Spackle??? :o)
Sandra Licher On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:26 am
You are too funny! I understand about QVC because when I was ill I watched them and got addicted….they're good…a little too good. The best salespeople in the world! But they are very nice people (seem to be) and I got attached to them and so when I had to have eye surgery I had to make sure that QVC would be on in my room so at least I could listen to them….and they really were a great comfort since I couldn't see. I don't watch anymore (or I'd be broke) so I missed you being on there! Dang it!
We could be sisters…..I've done so many things like that THANK GOD they weren't televised as it was bad enough! At least you didn't stick your dress inside your pantyhose and walk around like that….I'm not mentioning any names but I heard of some woman doing that one time. But we also have a gift for not letting embarrassment get to us else we'd live in a closet. Take care and relax now…..you're home!
Debby James On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:29 am
I need a good laugh today…..your hilarious
Kam On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:33 am
Thank you for being real!!
Robin in WA On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:34 am
See. You are getting better at this thing!!
A roller in your hair on TV? No big deal! We would all know it's just you–the you we all know and love!
Shay @ Whine Less, Breathe More On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:35 am
Rollers are all the new fashion, didn't you know! Bet you could have sold a few thousand of them if you had left it in your hair. LOL!
Diane On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:36 am
Well I saw you do the tease and you handled yourself great! No one ever knew what almost just happened.
Sarah A. On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:37 am
This story is hilarious!
Jean F On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:38 am
Hey, at least it's not toilet paper coming out of the back of your pants. LOL
Jean Leone On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:38 am
Why? Oh why do you make me laugh out loud at my desk…omg!
Dianne On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:42 am
Oh my. Now that I can breathe again…I just love you, P-Dub, for the simple fact that you remind me that I am NOT the only dork on this planet. You are hilarious. Thank you from the bottom of my dorky little heart.
Barbara Reich On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:42 am
Oh Ree, thanks for the laugh! Ain't life grand!
Jamie R. On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:43 am
This truly made me laugh right out loud! I love it – just keepin' it real! P.S. I think what makes this so funny is that I can totally picture myself doing exactly what you did – including walking into the stairwell!!
Janice On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:45 am
You are a hoot! Thanks for the laugh. You always make my day.
Dana On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:46 am
Just too funny.
Carol from KS On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:46 am
You're my most favorite person in the whole world!
Susan On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:53 am
I so rarely LOL. Ree, you make me LOL. It was the text conversation between you and MM that got me.
"I don't understand."
"Neither do I."
Texan and grandma On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:59 pm
That's what got me too, Susan. She has sure taken him on a rocket ride with this little blog she started one morning. There has been a lot for him to understand in a short period of time.
Vicki On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:54 am
Oh Ree! You crack me up!
Anne TerHaar On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:55 am
I saw you on QVC on Sunday. I wondered what you were doing shaking your head! Now I know! FYI, I am the Queen of QVC shoppers. I would be Empress but that title was already taken. Love your show, love your cookbooks, love you and your family! Do you think you are a distant relative of Lucille Ball? Just sayin.
It Is What It Is On Wednesday, May 9 at 11:56 am
I'm having a somewhat stressful week and this made me laugh out loud. I don't even know you, but it seems so you to do.
Thanks for a chuckle.
Margie On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:02 pm
I read this while at work and was laughing so hard I had tears running down my cheeks! I attempted to read your comments about the roller to my work mate and couldn't because I was laughing too much! This is a wonderful post! I can just visualize this because I have watched QVC and David.
SheilaE On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:10 pm
You are hilarious! I think you should have worn it on the set!
kathy On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:11 pm
Thank you so much for your story. I just laughed my head off. Oh, I needed that, too!! Thank you, Ree. You sure can tell a story!!
Margie On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:12 pm
Ree, that was such a great post. I was cracking up because I could so see what happened in my mind's eye. You make me smile and feel better about myself. I'm a klutz and I sometimes feel really self conscious about the things that happen. To know that you do klutzy things too somehow makes me feel more normal. You're just so candid and it's totally great. Thanks for sharing your life!
Teresa On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:21 pm
I managed to shake the pastors hand and enter the church with a unknown curler bobbing around on the top of my head! Fortunately, I decided to go to the restroom before the service, God is good! When I bent to sit down in the stall my head bumped on something. It was only then that I figured out I had a curler on the top of my head! 'What is the point in having a husband if you are going to let me go around in public with a curler bouncing around on the top of my head?!' I ask as I sat down next to him. He hadn't noticed! Having crazy hair most of the time has desensitized him!
Nanc Nielsen On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:21 pm
I giggled out loud :-)!!
Autumn On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:22 pm
LOL Ree, you crack me up! Totally something I would do – I wouldn't have guessed what "roller" meant either. Close call! Good thing you watched out for those stairs this time.
Christina in MN On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:24 pm
I missed your segment on QVC but it's a good thing the producer had a good eye for details.
Betty@ southerngrace blogspot On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:25 pm
Ree..you are so real.
That's why we love you.
Allie On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:26 pm
My kids always know when I am reading your blog because they hear me guffawing without reason while I am on the computer.
Kris On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:27 pm
Should have propped your book on it! would have looked completely planned and smooth =)
Jana On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:27 pm
That's why we love you so much! You're just like the rest of us airheads out here!!! Funny!!!
Nicole Glover On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:27 pm
I almost just peed myself from laughing!
Kelleyn On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:29 pm
Thanks for making me laugh. I needed that today.
AliciaC On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:32 pm
Oh dear! Well at least your hair had some volume!!
Michelle F On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:38 pm
Great story! something I would totally do..:>) Have a great day everybody!
Linda M. On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:41 pm
Oh Ree,
That was good. I enjoy your humor so much.
Emily On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:43 pm
Your stories always make me smile
Beth@RealistMom On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:44 pm
Well, I wasn't on QVC today – with or without a roller – but I did clean out my dogs ears, so that's something! You are hilarious!!
Tracy G. On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:46 pm
What a hoot!
CateS On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:48 pm
Ok, I'm done rolling on the ground with laughter… Your antics go on for long enough … there will be a change from a "Lucy Moment" to a "PW moment" in the lexicon…
Thanks from all of us who have left the house in less than stellar condition… you know, tp trailing behind, skirt tucked into panyhose, etc.
We salute you!! And love you!
Jane F. On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:54 pm
OK, this is the last time I try to sneak in a quick look at PW while I am at work! I burst out a big laugh, realized what I had done, tried to cover it up and look busy – all within a 1.75 second time span. Pretty sure I snorted some diet coke out of my nose at the same time. . . Thanks, Ree!
Gina On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:56 pm
Oh Ree, you are making progress…this just made me laugh…I could totally picture this like I was right there…I love your posts have a wonderful day on the ranch.;)
Marla L. On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:57 pm
You crack me up! Love your posts, website and books!
Ginger On Wednesday, May 9 at 12:59 pm
Thanks Ree – I'm at the office and now mascara is running down my face and I'm pretty sure that I might have tinkled a little on the floor. Everyone in the office is wondering what's wrong with the spastic lady laughing at her computer screen.
HA – you always crack me up.
Scooter On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:02 pm
HAHA. The only thing more awesome than this story, was you fantastic account of it. You are a very gifted, humorous writer.
Marcia On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:06 pm
Brings new meaning to the term "reality television."
Clarette McDonald On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:07 pm
Oh my goodness, you just made me LOL! I love how you write & tell a story. I can just picture the whole scene in my mind. Thanks for putting a smile on my face today
Sandra On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:12 pm
Just think-you were adorkable before it was cool!!!
Julie On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:13 pm
No lie! This very day I was talking to someone about how great the book the Godfather is. Funny you should mention it.
Mary M. in Denver On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:15 pm
Ree, you always bring a smile to my days and more often than not, true laugh-out-loud moments. I am so very grateful I stumbled upon your blog.
kellie On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:18 pm
This seriously made me laugh out loud at work. I had such a visual of you and the producer. Cracks me up! Keep it real Ree!!
Bev Strahl On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:19 pm
Laughed until I cried. Thank you!
Cindy S On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:26 pm
Don't worry, Ree, those things happen all the time. I used to work at HSN, and I heard all the crazy stories (and saw some of them) about things that happened on-air. I'm sure you did fine. Oh, and, yes, it is hard to not buy all those things when it's on the TV in front of your desk all the time. Of course, it was nice getting the discount and having friends in merchandising who knew what was coming up and could warn me about the good deals that would most likely sell out. It was also nice having access to the employee store (huge discounts). Got some nice jewelry there, and some killer boots. And, I used to go buy coats in the winter and donate them to the homeless.
Phyllis from MD On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:27 pm
You are too much!!! Something that I would do.
Marcia On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:30 pm
SOOOO relieved to know that I am not the only one stuff like that happens to! I once went to work with 2 diffferent shoes on! I had gotten dressed in semi-darkness and the shoes were similar loafer style shoes – only one was black and the other navy. I thought I had gotten away with it until a co-worker asked if I had another pair at home just like the ones I had on!
Debby On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:34 pm
I LOVE your website. Today you made me laugh out loud. You make yourself sound so ordinary and you're not. You are extraordinary. In my opinion, anyone who can keep juggling as many balls in the air as you is definitely a super woman!!
hello haha narf On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:38 pm
Jan On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:46 pm
Well it is nice to know I am not the only Dodo bird in the world!!! You were adorable and I love David.
ConnieTurner On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:49 pm
I have never laughed so much reading a blog as I do reading yours! Such a pleasure and always so much good stuff! How in the world do you do it all?
Thanks again for sharing your life with us.
Cindy Q On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:52 pm
You are so funny! Thanks for the laugh, I needed it.
Ginny On Wednesday, May 9 at 1:58 pm
I watched you that day on QVC and you were great! Can't wait to get the new cookbook.
Melissa S On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:00 pm
I was watching QVC on Sunday and saw your segment – you looked wonderful! That story is too funny!
Lady Jennie On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:02 pm
You're very likable, you are.
And with a roller you're a star.
That's only a little more public than the time I walked around the streets of New York City with my new jeans on and a sticker with the size printed all along the leg. I had just gone up a size too.
Annie On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:04 pm
LMAO! I'm sorry Ree! I'm not laughing at you just with you!
Misha H. On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:08 pm
Thank you for the smile. Sounds like we could be sisters!
Donna G in ATL On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:08 pm
I have really long Troll Doll-like red hair. To keep it under control and full of long flowing curls for the office I pull my hair up into a ponytail. Then wrap a sock (perferably clean if I can find one) around the end and roll up my ponytail like oldtime rag curls and tie it in a knot. One morning in the elevator at the office and I looked at my reflecxtion in the polished stainless steel doors and found I had forgotten to take out the sock. I quickly untied the sock, took out the rubberband, and ran my fingers through my hair. One of the two women behind me made the comment that it takes her two hours to do her hair in the morning and I just took 20 seconds. Life is not fair was her parting comment.
Tonya H On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:19 pm
So darn funny. I loved that I was just laughing out loud at my desk!!!
Rhonda MacRae On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:23 pm
OMG! Still laughing! Thanks for the entertainment.
Erin Bailey On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:24 pm
I'm am literally in tears!!! Your inner monologues and your incredible ability to describe something so perfectly, so clearly, with such flare get me every time! I think it's primarily because I have the same rambling conversations with myself…I mean other people…well try not to judge that last part; but seriously you crack me up!!
Debbie On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:31 pm
Thank you, thank you, thank you,Ree.
After a miserable morning this post made me laugh out loud!! Feeling much better now.
Angela On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:33 pm
My face hurts from smiling and laughing so much…just a mere mention of the stairwell made me burst out laughing….oh how I needed that…thanks for sharing another QVC adventure.
Marsha in KS On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:36 pm
Celia On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:38 pm
You just make my day! I have really enjoyed the information about a working ranch in your absence, but I am glad you are back.
pdough On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:39 pm
That was hilarious. You tell a story so well. Building it up until everything falls into place. So funny…
Judy On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:46 pm
Shoot Ree, you could write a great post "Why Lucy and I Are Secret Twins"
Chaz On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:47 pm
Any day that you don't injure yourself walking into something is a good day, in my opinion! I wish I'd known you were going to be on QVC, I'd have watched! Give us a heads-up next time, yo!
Firenze On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:50 pm
That was just delightfully funny,Ree! Laughed out loud!
Jen A On Wednesday, May 9 at 2:59 pm
You really DO channel Lucille Ball don't you! SO funny. So.. I love Lucy. Thanks for sharing the laugh.
Donna J. On Wednesday, May 9 at 3:08 pm
I would have left the roller in.
Great shot then the real segment, viewers
would all be waiting to see why you have/had
a roller in your hair!
Great conversation while waiting for your
segment to appear.
Stephanie On Wednesday, May 9 at 3:11 pm
Oh my word!! I haven't actually laughed OUT LOUD while reading someone's blog in quite a while! What a hoot!! Thanks so much for sharing. You completely made my 3:00 hour a great one!!
Danetta 'n Texas On Wednesday, May 9 at 3:12 pm
Oh my gosh! Thank goodness it didn't happen. But, tooooo funny. I thought I was the only one who did crazy things like that. Oh well, I find the power to laugh at yourself and go on is really important.
Jeanne On Wednesday, May 9 at 3:22 pm
With your hilarious track record, I saw it coming!!
Charissa On Wednesday, May 9 at 3:29 pm
Thanks for the laugh! That made my day.
Michelle R On Wednesday, May 9 at 3:35 pm
You are precious! And that all I have to say about that.


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Meaning & Origins
Biblical name (meaning 'languid' in Hebrew), borne by the elder sister of Rachel (Genesis 29:23). Jacob served her father Laban for seven years in return for the hand of Rachel, but was deceived into marrying Leah first. He was then given Rachel as well, but had to labour seven more years afterwards. For a long time the name was mainly Jewish, although it also enjoyed some favour among the Puritans in the 16th century. It was taken up again in the 1980s and has been widely popular since the 1990s.
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English (Lancashire) and Scottish (also northern Ireland): probably a habitational name from any of various minor places named Whiteside, from Old English hwīt 'white' + sīde 'slope (of a hill)'. Reaney, however, quotes early forms without prepositions and derives the surname from a nickname.
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Nicknames & variations
Leaha, Lee, Leo, Leahy, Lea, Leahi, Leahe, Le, Leahey, Leahia
White, Whitaker, Whitehead, Whitney, Whitfield, Whitley, Whitman, Whittaker, Whittington, Whitlock

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Math Lab: The math lab will be available throughout the day for your assistance. It is located in Sequoya, Room 140 and operating hours will be posted on the door.
The last day to drop this class without penalty is Tuesday July 6, 2010. You will be assigned a grade of W. After this date, withdrawal without penalty is permitted only in cases of extreme hardship as determined by the Vice President for Academic Affairs; otherwise a grade of WF will be issued. The proper form for withdrawing from all classes at the college after the official drop/add period but before the published withdrawal date is the Schedule Adjustment Form. Students who are assigned to the Academic Advising Center for advisement must meet with an advisor or staff member at the Academic Advising Center (107 Liberal Arts Building) to initiate the withdrawal process. All other students must meet with a staff member or advisor at the Office of Academic Resources in the Pope Student Center to initiate the withdrawal process. After meeting with the staff member or advisor, all students will then finalize the withdrawal process in the Financial Aid Office. Students who fail to complete the official drop/withdrawal procedure will receive the grade of F. Withdrawal from class is a student responsibility. The grade of W counts as hours attempted for the purposes of financial aid.
If a student receiving aid administered by the DSC Workforce Development Department drops this class or completely withdraws from the College, the Schedule Adjustment Form must be taken to the Workforce Development Office located in Room 214 of the Technical Education Building. The Office is open on the following schedule:
Monday/Tuesday/Thursday: 9:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. The office phone number is 272-2635.
Students with disabilities or special needs are encouraged to contact Disability Support Services in Academic Resources. In order to make an appointment to obtain information on the process of qualifying for accommodations, the student must contact the Coordinator of Disability Support Services.
Contact information:
Andrea Roberson
Pope Student Center, Lower Level


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Pinterest: a Wedding Blogger's Dream
Alright, tell me…who's on Pinterest?
In case you haven't heard, Pinterest is the latest online craze…especially in the wedding and event planning world…and I'm seriously addicted. I signed up a couple weeks ago, and kind of forgot about it, but once I started "pinning", I haven't been able to stop!
As explained on the site, "Pinterest lets you organize and share all the beautiful things you find on the web. People use pinboards to plan their weddings, decorate their homes and organize their favorite recipes."
I use it to keep track of all the blog worthy things I find, all the recipes I hope to make, cool DIY projects, home decor inspiration, event ideas and more (which you can pin using Pinterest's awesome little browser widget)! But what I like most is that you can follow other people and their boards, which so far has really helped me discover things I probably wouldn't have if it weren't for Pinterest…which ultimately means more cool things to blog about!
If you're on there, let me know and I'll be sure to check out your pinboards. You can also follow me; I'm PRNicoleV :) Happy pinning!
About Nicole Denton
With a love of planning just about anything — from her own wedding, to bridal and baby showers, to dinner parties, and more – Nicole is the Plunge Project's founder and former editor-in-chief. A New Jersey native, Nicole has called Chandler, Arizona home since 2013, where she currently lives with her husband Michael; two pit bulls, Shelby and Link; and cat, Kity Perry. A University of Tennessee graduate, Nicole has a bachelors in communications and a career at a rapidly-growing digital marketing firm.
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It KILLS ME that I didn't discover Pinterest until after my wedding! (actually right before, but all of my decisions had been made) – I was saving images to my hard drive and then uploading to various picasa web albums when all along, I could have been pinning breezily! So glad everyone else is as enthusiastic about Pinterest as I am, it makes me feel less crazy! ; )Reply
If you want your photos to be "Pinterest-friendly" then don't make a collage out of them or stitch two together. The pre-grouped photos don't look very good on Pinterest. And be sure to use nice, large images that will have impact on Pinterest. If you want to see what your photos look like to someone who wants to pin them, use the PinIt button and take a look.Reply
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LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.—Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire is known for its magical staging of large Broadway productions on a small arena stage and for the glorious casting that brings their shows to life. "Dreamgirls," the Broadway musical, which then became an award-winning film, is a perfect example.
With book and lyrics by Tom Eyen and music by Henry Krieger, this musical follows a rags-to-riches story of a mythical group of singers (reminiscent of Diana Ross and The Supremes), who go from nothing to fame during the early 1960s.
Three young, hopeful singers land in New York for a talent contest, which they lose. Because of a young, hungry, and energetic would-be agent, though, they are hired to do backup for a rising star and then become stars on their own.
But the story is not all roses and chocolates. This agent, Curtis Taylor Junior (deftly handled by Byron Glenn Willis), makes changes in the group so that their music will prosper, and these changes alter their fate as well as their sound.
While the show starts in Chicago and heads to New York and ports beyond, the music is the sound of Motown rhythm and blues.
Marriott Theatre is known for finding solid talent for its shows, from its ensembles to its leads. The singers are played with just the right touch. Deena (the lovely Britney Coleman), Lorrell (the delightful Rashidra Scott), and Effie (Raena White, who will get into your heart and soul with her acting and vocal range—what an amazing talent) are vibrant with strong and powerful voices.
Director and choreographer Marc Robin's magical eye makes even the smallest of movements important to the story.
The musical direction by Doug Peck is of the highest standards, and the eight-piece orchestra under the direction of Patti Garwood (keyboard) fills the theater with pure Motown sound.
Among the many wonderful moments is the closing number of the first act—Effie's "And I'm Telling You I'm Not Going" is a showstopper. The audience applauded for almost three minutes after the lights dimmed. I think if Ms. White had stayed onstage under lights, she would have been given a standing ovation, right then and there.
I was very impressed by the performance of Eric LaJuan Summers as James "Thunder" Early—he is a treat to watch on stage.
Travis Turner brings just the right touch to C.C. White (Effie's brother and composer of her music).
Marty was handled with a smooth performance by Trinity P. Murdock (a familiar face from Black Ensemble Theater). The ensemble of players is extraordinary with some very strong voices as well.
The costumes were marvelous (Nancy Missimi has outdone herself on this one) and the wigs fantastic under great lighting (Jesse Klug) on a unique set by Thomas M. Ryan.
Add to this effort sound design by Robert E. Gilmartin, along with props by Sally Weiss, and you can see why this is a solid two and a half hours of utter enjoyment.
If you enjoy the sounds of the 60s, in particular, Motown, you will truly enjoy this production. If you love good musical theater filled with fine singing and acting, this is one for you.
Marriott Theatre
10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire, Ill.
Tickets: 847-634-0200 or visit www.ticketmaster.com
Running Time: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Closes: Oct. 28
Alan Bresloff writes about theater in and around the Chicago area.
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The 21-year-old, who has made just one appearance for the Tractor Boys this season, has previously enjoyed a loan spell in the Westcountry at Torquay.
Last season he was borrowed by Swindon and helped Paolo Di Canio's men win promotion from League Two, scoring four times in 20 games.
"Ronan is going there and he's going to go and play some games," Town boss Mick McCarthy told his club's official website.
"John Sheridan is somebody I know personally and he plays the game in the right way. He likes to play football and I think Ronan will enjoy it."
Murray, an Ireland Under-21 international, has made 14 appearances for Ipswich with his sole goal coming against Argyle's Devon rivals Exeter in a Carling Cup tie.


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This past winter I spoke with Baltimore chef Spike Gjerde about fish from far away for the article "A Good Catch: Serving Up Sustainable Seafood." Gjerde serves wild Alaska salmon at Woodberry Kitchen, even though the restaurant's motto is "celebrating the traditions and ingredients of the Chesapeake region." Gjerde's committed to serving local and sustainable cuisine. Though it's hardly local, he offers Alaska salmon because he believes it's from one of the best-managed fisheries in the world. It's a balancing act, he says. For him, the sustainability of the fish makes up for it being from a waterbody 3,500 miles away.
Now — several months later, with gas prices soaring and talk of carbon footprints buzzing — I'm wondering, does it really?
What happens when that fish takes flight? That's a lot of jet fuel between Bristol Bay and Baltimore.
Should Alaska salmon — or any other "sustainable" fish from distant waters for that matter — really be considered sustainable seafood in Maryland? Sure the fishery may be well managed and abundant, but does the trans-continental journey the fish takes to become our dinner jive with what it means to be sustainable?
This question has plagued the organic movement as well. Organic tomatoes from Chile and apples from New Zealand may be grown in an environmentally friendly way, but some argue that once they're shipped to far-flung locales, greenhouse gas emissions offset their environmental benefit.
The oft-heard mantra to "eat local" is a response to this quandary. With the increasing number of neighborhood farmer's markets and co-ops, although you may have to search, you can usually substitute local organic produce for distant fare without sacrificing look or taste.
Seafood poses more of a challenge. No matter how hard you look, you won't find a local version of wild–caught Alaska salmon at a Maryland fish counter.
If you're shopping at a big-name supermarket you might not find any local fish at all. As Jack Greer reported in Bringing It All Back Home, large-scale retailers deal in huge volumes of fish from across the globe rather than small volumes caught close by. I'm more likely to see seafood from China than from the Chesapeake at my grocery store.
But we may be entering a new era — one where customers care about the carbon footprint of their food and where even those who don't care are forced to make changes as retailers raise prices to offset the cost of transporting these worldly fish. Seeking local regional specialties like croaker, striped bass, spot, bluefish, and weakfish could provide an alternative to cutting seafood out of the budget.
This is where eco-conscious consumers ask: But are these local fish sustainable?
Seafood guides distributed by organizations like Seafood Watch and Blue Ocean Institute may help with the answer. These organizations list fish to avoid and those to enjoy based on analyses of things like abundance and management structure. Though the guides are met with skepticism from some fisheries experts who see them as incomplete, these icons of the sustainable seafood movement provide a useful primer for the average citizen trying to do the right thing at a restaurant or seafood counter.
In addition to a national guide, the Seafood Watch Program distributes regional guides — Maryland is considered part of the southeast. The regional guide lists striped bass and Atlantic croaker as a best choice, green on its stoplight scale. Bluefish isn't listed on the southeast guide, though it places in the yellow column (good alternative) on the northeast guide. Seafood Watch doesn't critique spot or weakfish. Blue Ocean Institute concurs regarding striped bass and bluefish. It doesn't rate spot or croaker, but it does list weakfish as green.
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's website bridges some of the gaps of the seafood guides. While the Commission doesn't publish accessible pocket guides with color-coded ratings, they do provide background information on the status of 22 managed fisheries on the Atlantic seaboard. Those looking for in-depth details will find management plans, stock assessment reports, press releases, and meeting minutes. The site could prove a useful resource to concerned consumers, though it may take some effort to sift through the information.
A little extra effort seems to be the price for finding that sweet spot where local and sustainable seafood overlap. It's right here in our blue backyard. We just have to look a bit harder.


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Asia Holdings BV plans to buy Tullow Bangladesh Ltd. from Tullow Oil International Ltd. for ..... the Bangladesh government and Bangladesh 's state oil firm Petrobangla ..... subsidiary of KrisEnergy Asia Ltd. Tullow has a 30% interest in and
Corp. for KrisEnergy's purchase of Tullow Bangladesh Ltd. ( OGJ Online, Apr. 10, 2013 ). Tullow holds 30% working interest and operatorship ..... its intention to sell Asian assets. Tullow Bangladesh will be renamed as KrisEnergy Bangladesh
By OGJ editors HOUSTON, June 13 -- Tullow Bangladesh Ltd., a unit of Tullow Oil PLC, Dublin, reported its Lalmai-3 well on Block 9 onshore Bangladesh flowed on test as much as 8.6 MMscfd of dry
Chevron International Bangladesh Ltd., Texaco Exploration ..... Pathfinding Inc., and Tullow Bangladesh Ltd. each hold 30% interest in the block. Bangladesh Petroleum Exploration ..... second licensing round. Tullow is operator of the block
editors HOUSTON, Dec. 13 -- Tullow Oil PLC, Dublin, reported ..... on Block 9 at Bangora, Bangladesh , flowed during a production ..... Gas quality is high, Tullow said, with 99.13% combustible gases. Operator Tullow will test the shallower
cumulative production milestones. Tullow said it's continuing to market ..... The move follows the sale of Tullow 's gas assets in Bangladesh and the agreement to sell its ..... Online, Dec. 17, 2013 ). Tullow 's production guidance for
PLC (PTTEP) signed an accord to farm in with a 30% interest to Bangladesh 's offshore Blocks 17 and 18. PTTEP joins Total SA 30%, Tullow Oil PLC 32%, Okland Bangladesh Ltd. 4%, and Rexwood Offshore Holdings Ltd. 4% as a stakeholder
ChevronTexaco Corp. Other Block 9 participants are Tullow Bangladesh Ltd. 30% and Bangladesh Petroleum Exploration & Production Co. Ltd ..... takes in Chattak gas field in northeastern Bangladesh and Feni field southeast of Dhaka. Chattak
editors HOUSTON, July 15 -- Bangladesh is expected to award eight offshore ..... ConocoPhillips and one block to Tullow Oil, the chairman of state ..... start within 3 months after that. Bangladesh invited bids for exploration in
Total SA, Paris. Tullow retains 32% and ..... southeasternmost Bangladesh south of Sangu gas field. Tullow and former partners ..... produced commercially in Bangladesh , although several ..... produce condensate. Tullow 's blocks are about


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Meaning & Origins
One of the most enduringly successful of the Old French personal names introduced into Britain by the Normans. It is of Germanic (Frankish) origin, derived from rīc 'power' + hard 'strong, hardy'. It has enjoyed continuous popularity in England from the Conquest to the present day, influenced by the fact that it was borne by three kings of England, in particular Richard I (1157–99). He was king for only ten years (1189–99), most of which he spent in warfare abroad, taking part in the Third Crusade and costing the people of England considerable sums in taxes. Nevertheless, he achieved the status of a folk hero, and was never in England long enough to disappoint popular faith in his goodness and justice. He was also Duke of Aquitaine and Normandy and Count of Anjou, fiefs which he held at a time of maximum English expansion in France. His exploits as a leader of the Third Crusade earned him the nickname 'Coeur de Lion' or 'Lionheart' and a permanent place in popular imagination, in which he was even more firmly enshrined by Sir Walter Scott's novel Ivanhoe (1820).
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English: variant of Wheatcroft.
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Nicknames & variations
Rich, Dick, Richerd, Richie, Richy, Richee, Rick
White, Whitaker, Whitehead, Whitney, Whitfield, Whitley, Whitman, Whittaker, Whittington, Whitlock


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