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Feb 03 2014
Croissant French Toast
Yesterday before church, because I knew I would be spending all that afternoon frying chicken wings, I wanted to make something lovely for breakfast.
I had a package of croissants in my fridge—I'd picked them up at Le Walmarte, otherwise known as The Wal Marts, also known as Walmart the other day—and had originally planned to use them to make breakfast sandwiches with eggs, shaved ham, and cheese. But since I was in the mood for something a little sweet before I headed to church, I decided to make French toast instead.
I'll just launch into the recipe now and spare you all the adjectives describing how positively sublime this French toast was…but just trust me on this: you'll want to make it this week.
I absolutely, positively loved it.
Crack 5 eggs into a bowl. (I have a cold spot in my fridge that has been slightly freezing things; hence the appearance of these whites. I first learned about this cold spot in my fridge when I went to grab the package of blessed basil I'd found in the big city after not having had any for what seemed like many years and I found it had all turned black. I'm still crying.)
Can I call you Sugar?
Not cinnamon sugar.
Cinnamon, Sugar.
Oh, never mind!
Whisk this together until it's all combined, then set it aside for a bit.
Split the croissants in half across the middle…
Then, one by one, dunk them on one side…
Then set them on a plate while you get the pan ready.
I'd been heating a nonstick skillet over low heat the whole time I was getting the croissants ready, so by the time I added a little butter, it was nice and warm.
Put as many pieces as will fit in the pan, cut side down. Then increase the heat to medium-low.
Note: You really want to control the heat as you're making the French toast! Hover between low and medium-low, depending on how hot your stove gets, and move the toast around the pan a little as it cooks to keep it from getting overly brown. Basically, you want the heat low enough that it will warm the croissants through without getting the surface of the toast too dark!
So babysit. Just babysit.
(And a nonstick skillet really works best; if you don't have one, that's fine, just take extra care if you use a regular skillet.)
After 3 to 4 minutes, turn the croissants over and let them cook on the other side for another 2 minutes or so. Remove them from the pan, add more butter to the pan, then continue cooking the rest of the croissants.
To serve it up, arrange a top and bottom piece on a plate…
Mmmmmm. Looks so good! Gorgeous texture, beautiful color. Like, inviting to the max!
I sliced up a couple of strawberries and sprinkled them on, because then that turns this French toast into a fruit serving.
This is how my sick mind works.
I'll show you another way my sick mind works.
A little squirt of whipped cream?
Oh, why not.
I'm not going to use a bunch of adjectives…I'm not going to use a bunch of adjectives…I'm not going to use a bunch of adjectives…
Just promise me you'll try this soon! Its exquisite, drippy, delectable deliciousness will render you speechless. And rapturous. And euphoric.
(Okay, so I used an adjective or two. Or six. But after you try one bite, you'll see what I mean.)
Here's the handy dandy printable!
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Croissant French Toast
- Prep Time:
- Cook Time:
- Difficulty:
- Easy
- Servings:
- 8
- 8 whole Croissants (a Rounder Shape Is Best)
- 5 whole Eggs
- 1/4 cup Half-and-half
- 2 Tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- Butter, For Frying And Serving
- Warm Syrup, For Serving
- Strawberries, For Serving (optional)
- Whipped Cream, For Serving (optional)
Preparation Instructions
Split the croissants in half through the middle.
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla. Dunk each croissant half into the mixture so that it's fully coated. Set pieces aside on a plate.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over low heat, then melt a small amount of butter. Add as many pieces as will fit, cut side down, then increase the heat very slightly (don't go above medium-low).
Allow the toast to cook on the first side for 3 to 4 minutes. Move it around in the skillet a bit to make sure it doesn't burn. When it's deep golden brown on the surface, flip it to the other side and let it cook for another 2 minutes or so.
Remove from the pan and cook the rest of the croissant halves.
Serve a top and bottom piece together with butter, warm syrup, strawberries, and whipped cream. Absolute heaven!
178 Comments and 10 Replies
NG in NH On Monday, February 3 at 7:10 am
Oh my… supremely decadent, I would say!
nicki On Monday, February 3 at 3:51 pm
Love your website. Could you do me a favor and include the calories, fat, sugar, carbs, etc. with the recipes you post for us? It would be so helpful to me. Keep up the good work.
Pink Ducky On Thursday, May 8 at 8:49 am
This would be lovely for a morning baby shower breakfast/brunch. This looks wonderful!
All the best,
cookingmommy On Wednesday, May 28 at 10:53 am
Oh. my. goodness. Gotta make some of these pronto! With triple strawberries
Sara On Monday, February 3 at 7:11 am
How did you KNOW French Toast was on the menu for today? I'll be using raisin bread that's been hiding the frig for a few weeks. No sugar required for sweetness and leftover toast is awesome cold, made into a sandwich for breakfast later this week.
Cheryl Barker On Monday, February 3 at 7:12 am
Ree, this looks divine. The strawberries added such a pretty touch. And once I saw them I somehow knew the whipped cream was sure to follow. And hey Sugar, could you please send an order of these over to me right away for breakfast?
Lori On Monday, February 3 at 7:16 am
Looks delicious! We had croissant sandwiches with fried turkey for the Super Bowl yesterday. We have 1 pack left over! Perfect!!
Bonnie M On Monday, February 3 at 7:17 am
Good Morning Ree!
Aaaaaahhhhhhhhhh……..a recipe that I won't feel 'funny' about craving in the morning! These look so ultra yummy, I really do wish I had some croissants on hand right now! I hope you all enjoyed the Super Bowl!! My boyfriend, Dan, and I loved it! Seattle did a fantastic job and blew us away with their determination and drive!! We really had expected the Broncs to take home the Lomabardi Trophy, but were thrilled to see the Seahawks take it for the first time! My Boyfriend kept saying, "Gee, why couldn't you have played like this Manning, when you were up against the Patriots in the playoffs?!" It was a good game made even better by spending the evening watching it with my Sweetheart!!
Hope your day is wonderful!
God's Great Blessings to You, Yours and All Creatures, Great and Small.
Theresa in Alberta On Monday, February 3 at 7:21 am
what a great way to jazz up French toast.
Grace On Monday, February 3 at 7:24 am
Ree, I love this! It looks very delicious.
Baker Babs On Monday, February 3 at 7:39 am
I call it Wally-World. Looks yummy!
Colleen D On Monday, February 3 at 7:41 am
oh yum…that looks wonderful!
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar On Monday, February 3 at 7:44 am
Holy heaven!! This looks awesome!
Tonia Cain On Monday, February 3 at 7:48 am
Oh yummy ! I will certainly have to try it
Joy Poston On Monday, February 3 at 7:51 am
Ree: The french toast looks absolutely wonderful, but that
green dinnerware is gorgeous! I love,
love, beautiful plates, cups and saucers.
Candace On Monday, February 3 at 12:33 pm
I thought the same thing. The green dishes are beautiful.
Anele @ Success Along the Weigh On Monday, February 3 at 7:57 am
I just made challah french toast yesterday but I think I know what this Sunday's breakfast will be! YUM!
(Can you believe the Mr said he never had French toast until he met me!? He should bow to me daily for introducing him to that delicious slice or two (or three) of heaven!)
Kristin On Monday, February 3 at 8:02 am
Oh. My!!!!!!!
That looks amazing! (As I eat my flavorless whole wheat toast)
sheila On Monday, February 3 at 8:12 am
Wow you have a Le Walmarte? This looks scrumpdillyicious (as my dad would say!) I'm gonna skip on down to my le walmarte and get me some of them there croissant! My kiddos would love this!
Salange On Monday, February 3 at 8:20 am
Mmmmm, looks fantastic Ree. I promise to try this soon; like very soon:-)
Sandi W. On Monday, February 3 at 8:21 am
Yum! I think my 'squirt' of whip cream would have been a little bigger! Lol I have a box of frozen, uncooked croissants that I keep handy and then I 'proof' a couple at a time, overnight, so we can have fresh baked ones for breakfast but this weekend, I'm going to make this!
Mary On Monday, February 3 at 8:29 am
You should try this, Nutella French toast. Basically a grilled cheese style with just Nutella and dipped in the egg mixture. Then purée up some strawberries but leave it chunky to pour on top. To die for!
Cindy W On Tuesday, February 4 at 4:05 pm
O goodness! Between you and Ree I'll never pare off these pounds!
Harmony On Monday, February 3 at 8:30 am
These look dangerously yummy, thank you!
JYM On Monday, February 3 at 8:53 am
Sublime is definitely the word to describe this dish! Croissants also make devine bread pudding; don't forget the raisins. Hugs and love to one and all this rainy morning.
Le W. in Oregon On Monday, February 3 at 9:00 am
Basil hint: bring it home from the store, trim the ends a tiny bit, stick it in a glass of water, put it on the counter, NOT in the fridge.
Cindy phelan On Monday, February 3 at 9:15 am
My 2 daughters love any and all french toast. I will try soon. Thank you. And love, love the plates. Mckenzie child's?
ocay_wood On Monday, February 3 at 9:16 am
Griffin's syrup? MIO; Muskogee to be exact. It's the best and a pecan pie made with it is divine.
Chrisi On Monday, February 3 at 9:18 am
This looks delicious!
CarelN On Monday, February 3 at 9:19 am
Oh, what the heck…might as well add a little sprinkling of powdered sugar. What could it hurt?
'Looks so purty, and tastes so darned good;)
Sandi W. On Monday, February 3 at 9:43 am
I was thinking the same thing! I have a special 'shaker' filled with powdered sugar and I always use it for waffles, french toast etc!
Summer On Monday, February 3 at 9:24 am
I just made your french toast bake the other day and it was amazing!! I love the idea of croissants. What a yummy flavor and texture!
dc On Monday, February 3 at 9:26 am
P.S. We call it Shel-mart…'cause we've seen one too many Big Bang Theory episodes…
Michelle C On Wednesday, February 5 at 1:40 pm
Jan B On Monday, February 3 at 9:32 am
This looks so good. Can't wait to try this with your berry butter recipe! Thanks!!
Stephanie Joy On Monday, February 3 at 9:36 am
Wow, that looks so good! I think my boys would absolutely love them! I think that is something that I will try this weekend.
Amanda On Monday, February 3 at 9:36 am
I have the cold spot too! I was very sad when I went to have a glass of milk..but couldn't pour anything out of the carton because it was frozen.
Gran of 17 On Thursday, February 6 at 11:39 am
That's not too good. If you have a spot that actually freezes things, maybe you could turn the temp down just a hair, that might fix things. Or, you just need a new fridge.
Nancy in Carnation On Monday, February 3 at 9:42 am
What a cool idea and SO luscious looking…. will try soon! And….love the plates, enamelware? Very nifty 'touch'…gotta have some fun in life!
CarrollWC On Monday, February 3 at 9:44 am
Croissants are also great as the bread in Baked French Toast – as long as you plan ahead and make it the night before, so you don't have to do all that work in the morning!
Wanday On Monday, February 3 at 10:03 am
Love this! Terrific way to use those not-quite-fresh croissants you bought days ago from Wally World!
Anne P. On Monday, February 3 at 10:09 am
I'll bet when I make this version of french toast, it will be the best french toast I've ever eaten!! Imagining it served with a handful of ripe luscious Marionberries, sometime in early July! Simply love that plate, too! Also, made your Restaurant Style Salsa yesterday for the Super Bowl!! All I can say is WOWSERS!!! That's absolutely the best. There isn't a drop left! I did remove the seeds and membrane from the jalapeño, but both cans of Rotel were the regular type, so the spice seemed just about right. It mellowed quite a bit in the fridge for about 4 hrs. before serving. It was gobbled up so fast, there wasn't enough left in the bowl for the Bronco fans to drown their sorrows in! Ha ha!!
lucileigh31 On Monday, February 3 at 10:17 am
I made your Queso Fundido recipe for Superbowl & it was a HIT! Thank you. MWAH!
Carrie H. On Monday, February 3 at 10:19 am
I haven't tried the cronut yet, but this looks much better anyway! This will be on my menu ASAP and having a serving of fruit along with it makes it even better. After all the fruit will cancel out any extra calories right?
Steph | Pretty Little Things Blog On Monday, February 3 at 10:26 am
ummmm is this real life?? I am pinning this recipe right now!! xo
CLW On Monday, February 3 at 10:28 am
Good stuff keep 'em coming… CLW
JulieD On Monday, February 3 at 10:36 am
This looks amazing!! We have a few croissants left from a box we bought for sandwiches…I'm making these ASAP!!
Melissa B On Monday, February 3 at 10:45 am
I love French Toast! This sounds so good!
SheilaK On Monday, February 3 at 10:58 am
Any chance of getting your camera man to hold the camera still while filming you for your cooking show? It is really hard to watch the kitchen segments with it moving all around.
Also, I love Trisha too and since y'all are practically neighbors how about a segment where you invite each other over? I'd be in heaven!
Gran of 17 On Thursday, February 6 at 11:43 am
What a great idea!
kathy in CA On Monday, February 3 at 11:06 am
Ree, I have to get me one those flat wisks, I notice you use it a lot. It looks so handy, that and an offset spatula. Even for someone who doesn't cook a lot, those seem essential!
Helen @ Scrummy Lane On Monday, February 3 at 11:25 am
Beyond fabulous idea and looks so pretty, too!
Debra Van On Monday, February 3 at 11:28 am
Sounds like a piece of heaven, thanks for the recipe. Oh, by the way, we call it "Wally World".
Kim A On Monday, February 3 at 11:33 am
I'm making this next weekend! I also use croissants to make bread pudding. Absolutely divine!!!
Beckie On Monday, February 3 at 11:47 am
When can you get here? I want some for brunch. I am not a fan of maple syrup, so I'll take mine with strawberries and butter! Oh, yummy.
Robin M On Monday, February 3 at 11:49 am
Oh my stars!!! These look sooooo good!!!! I will have to get some and try this ASAP!
Laura @ Laura's Baking Talent On Monday, February 3 at 11:51 am
Love the idea of using croissants for french toast! I bet this was AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS!
Stephanie Morrill On Monday, February 3 at 11:57 am
Oh, wow. I never thought of making french toast with croissants! Can't wait to try this.
goosefeathers On Monday, February 3 at 12:07 pm
Your recipe is my deja vu with cinnamon ! I was living in France and one morning I soaked croissants in whisked eggs and whole milk, which in France was as rich as our half & half. I used to bring back bags of chocolate chips and tins of maple syrup from my trips home to the US. Our visiting friends thought that croissant French Toast of mine was the best ever. So when we moved back home to the US I realized that tasty recipe just wasn't the same with milk, but half and half was perfect. I just read in a comment by Kim A that she uses croissants to make bread pudding. I love that too. Thank you for your "rapturous" photos with the red strawberries – totally yummy.
Carol Alton On Monday, February 3 at 12:11 pm
Keep an eye on your fridge as when I got a frozen spot in my fridge…it was ready to break down and I had to get a new fridge…and I'll keep an eye on this amazing recipe and try it next time I make French toast! Thanks for the great instructions.
sarah h On Monday, February 3 at 12:13 pm
Oh my… this looks sooooo good. I will definitely be making it this weekend.
Happy Monday Ree!
Tammy On Monday, February 3 at 12:14 pm
This past summer I was in Rhode Island. Went to a little tiny restaurant called "THE KITCHEN". This is what I had for breakfast and it was FANTASTIC! Thank you for posting this. I will be making this soon!! Maybe breakfast for dinner!!
Mary On Monday, February 3 at 12:20 pm
I am going to make this soon. Looks soooo good. Everything you cook that I've made is just excellent. I trust all of your recipes. Thank you for that. Also, where did you get the plates from? I want them!! Let me know what brand please.
Colleen F On Monday, February 3 at 12:22 pm
Croissants for French toast, great idea! I make a "special" French toast where I cut thick slices from a loaf of sweet French bread, dip in a egg/milk/vanilla/cinnamon mixture and fry up. Next butter 2 fried pieces, spread strawberry jam/preserves across each buttered piece, cut thin slices of cream cheese and lay across jam (on one slice only), cover with other prepared French toast piece (jam side down) and finally dust with powdered sugar. Next time will try with croissants.
Made your Mexican Layered Dip for Super Bowl, such a hit, used your refried bean change up of heating beans and adding tabasco, green chilies and cumin. The fellas loved it!
Valerie On Monday, February 3 at 12:35 pm
Why didn't I think of that! My mother-in-law is French so Wal-Mart also keeps us supplied with croissant. Can't wait to try this.
Sandra On Monday, February 3 at 12:38 pm
Looks out of this world, would it be possible to do a show some day on diabetic recipes? I know the strawberries could be sugared with splenda, and syrup with sugar free syrup, but just thinking if it could be done, perhaps cooking regularly for your family but also say "if you were not able to eat the sugars/carbs substitute this for that"? Just wondering. I did purchase your holiday cook book and really love it. Just love watching you and the way you include your entire family in your show (dogs and all), it's certainly a family show. Thank you for all of your hardwork and it looks like even though it's work you're having fun. Love your interjections on things too.
Lizy Tish On Monday, February 3 at 12:40 pm
Wow – that looks so delicious! I love French toast and with croissants? Over the top yummy.
Maria On Monday, February 3 at 12:50 pm
Try this adding orange juice to the egg mixture. It's amazing!!
Lindsey On Monday, February 3 at 12:54 pm
There in Indianapolis that serves this with strawberries AND praline pecans, and it is divine!!!! Thank you for reminding me of how fabulous croissant french toast its!
Laurie On Monday, February 3 at 12:54 pm
We chuckle that my mother always says "WalMarts." Is it a Southern "thang?" Have some croissants in the freezer left over from Christmas (for Ina's Croissant a la Orange–just OK–but I didn't use "good" croissants!) Now I know what to do with the rest (if the freezer burn isn't too bad!)
G. Carr On Monday, February 3 at 1:09 pm
Because I love all things lemon I would warm up a jar of lemon curd and top with warm lemon curd. I am not a maple syrup fan. Lemon curd out of the jar is awesome, even better than fresh made because it is extra lemony!! Now post the ribs recipe, please I have some waiting for me in the freezer!
Lynn Heath On Monday, February 3 at 1:13 pm
Those plates you used for the French Toast are beautiful !!
Kathy LL On Monday, February 3 at 1:13 pm
Oh my, that looks delish!!!!
I made your Queso Fundido yesterday- with a few changes as my family won't eat peppers(??) It was a huge hit!!!
Joan On Monday, February 3 at 2:17 pm
Only missing powdered sugar!!
Lisa Clancy On Monday, February 3 at 2:17 pm
Looks delicious but love the plate it's served on more!
Barb On Monday, February 3 at 2:39 pm
Ree….Yummy! Please answer my silly question: I should know this bc I watch your show religiously…but what is you fave vanilla brand? Thanks for all the yumminess
Maria On Monday, February 3 at 2:40 pm
Don't keep basil in the fridge! It does best in a little water (like fresh flowers) on your counter.
Kathy H On Monday, February 3 at 2:47 pm
Where can I purchase on of those metal whips?
What is the brand name?
Thank you, I have seen you use them before and want one!!!
Jacque On Monday, February 3 at 3:03 pm
Yummy!!!!! That is what I will be making for dinner tonight!!!
Letty On Monday, February 3 at 3:05 pm
Hi! Ree! I love this… I really enjoy your watching you show, and I really enjoy your blog you are a funny!! I especially cracked up while reading the one about the Barbie dog and it's poop, and the one with your mother and law and the " Dick" story.. Anyways Ree May God continue to bless you and your family!! Bye!!!
Bill On Monday, February 3 at 3:23 pm
In an effort to hop on the Cronut bandwagon of 2013, I propose you name this dish French Croast.
Terry S On Monday, February 3 at 3:26 pm
You can make French Toast with almost any bread product.
Debbi S On Monday, February 3 at 3:28 pm
Holey Mother of sweetness…..I just ate lunch and this make me hungry! So off I go to the local "le walmart" (we're fancy here in Park City). Snow storm headed in and I can't think of anything I'd rather be snowed in with! Thanks P dub! Oh… by the way were those plates in the photos made of metal? so beautiful!
Dolly v On Monday, February 3 at 3:35 pm
Ree, you are so funny! I love your blog and the recipes are incredible! Love ya'…!
Debbie W On Monday, February 3 at 3:51 pm
I LOVE croissants and Love french toast. I will try this very soon. Yummy! BYW, my husband and I LOVE LOVE LOVE your cinnamon rolls and potato soup. Yesterday I added some cream to my meat loaf mixture and WOW it was so good! Getting to love cream in sme of my recipes. I really like the plate you put the french toast on. What brand is it and where did you get it? Thanks!
Katriel On Monday, February 3 at 4:00 pm
Looked at one picture, and immediately sent a text to my husband to let him know that I know we're trying to eat healthy for the baby, but this weekend, I would like to cash in a pregnancy craving and make croissant french toast.
Leah Brinegar On Monday, February 3 at 4:28 pm
Could you please post the recipe for the blackberry cheesecake squares?… They look delicious and Food Network does not have that recipe available…… The new website they created is horrible. Really hard to find recipes now and there is no way to print them…. I love your show by the way!
Alice M On Monday, February 3 at 4:52 pm
Make the little dab of whipped cream bigger next time and count it as a calcium serving. I mean, aren't they always saying how much women need calcium?
Renee On Monday, February 3 at 5:04 pm
Oh.My.Gah! I'm literally salivating for this! Gotta get to El Walmarte' tomorrow now:) Thanks Ree
Alex from New Mexico On Monday, February 3 at 5:15 pm
Oh. My.~ Looks absolutely divine. Can hardly wait to try it.
Debbie S On Monday, February 3 at 5:37 pm
Basil does best if it sits on the counter in a vase/glass of fresh water. Treat it just like cut flowers. Cold is the enemy, basil hates to be cold.:)
Cindy K On Monday, February 3 at 5:48 pm
Oh my…… was my first thought when I saw the title of this recipe. I love french toast and I love croissants! I'm tucking this one away for a special breakfast occasion.
Ashley On Monday, February 3 at 7:18 pm
I've made French toast with Angel Food Cake before and it was amazing! Now I'll have to try it with croissants!!
Dee On Monday, February 3 at 7:55 pm
This looks sooooooooo good! I have been known to frequent Le Walmarte, or as my youngest son used to say "Mart-mart". Now he is 12 and we still go to Mart-mart…..
Melinda On Monday, February 3 at 8:21 pm
What a great idea!!! I am going to try this this weekend! I love French toast!
forever montana On Monday, February 3 at 8:22 pm
Ree! Have you seen the French Toast made with a Waffle Iron??? I'm having company this week and I'm going to try it! I think it will be fun
Bon On Monday, February 3 at 8:42 pm
Thanks, Ree! Not sure why I haven't thought to use croissants for French toast…I occasionally use raisin bread. I've used banana bread and pumpkin bread, too, when we were craving something sweet.. Instead of using maple syrup, I often mix a little orange juice and zest with powdered sugar…reminds me of the orange syrup at a favorite pancake house we visited when I was a child.
Gee On Monday, February 3 at 8:59 pm
WHAT??? Croissant French Toast?? Say no more! (does it have carbs?)
Meg On Monday, February 3 at 9:01 pm
I am the worst comment'er because I read your blog on bloglovin but I had to come on here to say how happy your recipes make me. You are so funny and so whitty. I am going through a tough time right now and reading your recipes put me in the best mood! Thank you for all you do! Xoxo!
Judi berry On Monday, February 3 at 9:07 pm
Another great French toast is sweet Hawaiian bread , almond milk, cinnamon, and eggs , All ingredients available at walmart. Yummy with only real maple syrup. Try it you will love it.
Jeannie Switzer On Monday, February 3 at 9:32 pm
This is "Sugar" commenting! I am so going to try this, sounds like you had fun making it! And who doesn't need a good reason to have a serving of fruit in the morning!!
cindy On Monday, February 3 at 9:38 pm
You make me smile : ) It is fun to read all you write…and I am sure the fact you have 4 children in school…blogging…writing, being descriptive is just part of you : )
Carolyn Clark On Monday, February 3 at 10:19 pm
I had my hand on a container of croissants from the Wal Marts the other day and let go of them! I knew I would regret that decision! Next time…
Jacqueline.F On Tuesday, February 4 at 12:03 am
Hubba hubba! I don't know why Half and Half isn't available in Australia, no sensible reason I'm sure. I guess sub sweetened condensed milk. I haven't read all the posts but one really nice thing with French Toast is to throw your fruit of choice in a saucepan with some butter and cover it with brown sugar. It goes all sort of gooey and a bit caramelly and it's DIVINE.
Sue Lund On Tuesday, February 4 at 8:02 am
Wow, Ree, this looks decadent and yummy! You have the BEST recipes! I love, love, love your new book! You always make my day!
Cat On Tuesday, February 4 at 8:21 am
Oh my, these are on the menu the next time I have overnight guests! They look so delicious!
Frances On Tuesday, February 4 at 8:35 am
Agree with Le W.–don't store your basil in the fridge. Plus, use a plastic bag to loosely cover the basil in the glass of water to create a mini-greenhouse. Don't cover the glass completely–allow air to circulate.
cheryl On Tuesday, February 4 at 10:50 am
uhm uhm uhm… I have some yummy croissants in the freezer, since we don't do much for breakfast during the week, I think we will have this for dinner tonite!! will add a little protein somewhere so we do not go into sugar shock
Leslie Anne On Tuesday, February 4 at 10:57 am
This looks nothing short of amazing. Croissants are already delicious, but I never thought of french toasting them.
Leslie Anne


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· verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously); "he became a figure of fun"; "he said it in sport"
Hypernym(s): wit, humor, humour, witticism, wittiness
13. play - noun
· movement or space for movement; "there was too much play in the steering wheel"
Synonym(s): looseness
Hypernym(s): movability, movableness
14. play - noun
· gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement; "it was all done in play"; "their frolic in the surf threatened to become ugly"
Synonym(s): frolic, romp, gambol, caper
Hypernym(s): diversion, recreation
15. play - noun
· (game) the activity of doing something in an agreed succession; "it is my turn"; "it is still my play"
Synonym(s): turn
Hypernym(s): activity
16. play - noun
· the act of playing for stakes in the hope of winning (including the payment of a price for a chance to win a prize); "his gambling cost him a fortune"; "there was heavy play at the blackjack table"
Hypernym(s): diversion, recreation, vice
17. play - noun
· the act using a sword (or other weapon) vigorously and skillfully
Synonym(s): swordplay
Hypernym(s): action
18. play - verb
· participate in games or sport; "We played hockey all afternoon"; "play cards"; "Pele played for the Brazilian teams in many important matches"
Hypernym(s): compete, vie, contend
19. play - verb
· act or have an effect in a specified way or with a specific effect or outcome; "This factor played only a minor part in his decision"; "This development played into her hands"; "I played no role in your dismissal"
20. play - verb
· play on an instrument; "The band played all night long"
Hypernym(s): perform
21. play - verb
· play a role or part; "Gielgud played Hamlet"; "She wants to act Lady Macbeth, but she is too young for the role"; "She played the servant to her husband's master"
Hypernym(s): re-create
22. play - verb
· be at play; be engaged in playful activity; amuse oneself in a way characteristic of children; "The kids were playing outside all day"; "I used to play with trucks as a little girl"
Hypernym(s): act
23. play - verb
· replay (as a melody); "Play it again, Sam"; "She played the third movement very beautifully"
Synonym(s): spiel
Hypernym(s): re-create
24. play - verb
· perform music on (a musical instrument); "He plays the flute"; "Can you play on this old recorder?"
Hypernym(s): sound
25. play - verb
· pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind; "He acted the idiot"; "She plays deaf when the news are bad"
26. play - verb
· move or seem to move quickly, lightly, or irregularly; "The spotlights played on the politicians"
Hypernym(s): travel, go, move, locomote
27. play - verb
· bet or wager (money); "He played $20 on the new horse"; "She plays the races"
Hypernym(s): gamble
28. play - verb
· engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion; "On weekends I play"; "The students all recreate alike"
Synonym(s): recreate
29. play - verb
· pretend to be somebody in the framework of a game or playful activity; "Let's play like I am mommy"; "Play cowboy and Indians"
Hypernym(s): simulate, assume, sham, feign
30. play - verb
· emit recorded sound; "The tape was playing for hours"; "the stereo was playing Beethoven when I entered"
Hypernym(s): sound
31. play - verb
· perform on a certain location; "The prodigy played Carnegie Hall at the age of 16"; "She has been playing on Broadway for years"
Hypernym(s): perform
32. play - verb
· put (a card or piece) into play during a game, or act strategically as if in a card game; "He is playing his cards close to his chest"; "The Democrats still have some cards to play before they will concede the electoral victory"
Hypernym(s): deploy
33. play - verb
· engage in an activity as if it were a game rather than take it seriously; "They played games on their opponents"; "play the stock market"; "play with her feelings"; "toy with an idea"
Synonym(s): toy
34. play - verb
· behave in a certain way; "play safe"; "play it safe"; "play fair"
35. play - verb
· cause to emit recorded audio or video; "They ran the tapes over and over again"; "I'll play you my favorite record"; "He never tires of playing that video"
Synonym(s): run
36. play - verb
· manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination; "She played nervously with her wedding ring"; "Don't fiddle with the screws"; "He played with the idea of running for the Senate"
Synonym(s): toy, fiddle, diddle
Hypernym(s): manipulate
37. play - verb
· use to one's advantage; "She plays on her clients' emotions"
38. play - verb
· consider not very seriously; "He is trifling with her"; "She plays with the thought of moving to Tasmania"
Hypernym(s): consider, take, deal, look_at
39. play - verb
· be received or accepted or interpreted in a specific way; "This speech didn't play well with the American public"; "His remarks played to the suspicions of the committee"
40. play - verb
· behave carelessly or indifferently; "Play about with a young girl's affection"
41. play - verb
· cause to move or operate freely within a bounded space; "The engine has a wheel that is playing in a rack"
42. play - verb
· perform on a stage or theater; "She acts in this play"; "He acted in `Julius Caesar'"; "I played in `A Christmas Carol'"
Synonym(s): act, roleplay, playact
Hypernym(s): perform
43. play - verb
· be performed or presented for public viewing; "What's playing in the local movie theater?"; "`Cats' has been playing on Broadway for many years"
44. play - verb
· cause to happen or to occur as a consequence; "I cannot work a miracle"; "wreak havoc"; "bring comments"; "play a joke"; "The rain brought relief to the drought-stricken area"
Synonym(s): bring, work, wreak, make_for
45. play - verb
· discharge or direct or be discharged or directed as if in a continuous stream; "play water from a hose"; "The fountains played all day"
Hypernym(s): discharge
46. play - verb
· make bets; "Play the races"; "play the casinos in Trouville"
47. play - verb
· stake on the outcome of an issue; "I bet $100 on that new horse"; "She played all her money on the dark horse"
Hypernym(s): gamble
48. play - verb
· shoot or hit in a particular manner; "She played a good backhand last night"
Hypernym(s): hit
49. play - verb
· use or move; "I had to play my queen"
Hypernym(s): use, utilize, utilise, apply, employ
50. play - verb
· employ in a game or in a specific position; "They played him on first base"
Hypernym(s): use, utilize, utilise, apply, employ
51. play - verb
· contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle; "Princeton plays Yale this weekend"; "Charlie likes to play Mary"
Synonym(s): meet, encounter, take_on
52. play - verb
· exhaust by allowing to pull on the line; "play a hooked fish"
Hypernym(s): exhaust, wash_up, beat, tucker, tucker_out
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Badgerys Creek airport key to expansion in Western Sydney
Jacob Saulwick Western Sydney needs an airport at Badgerys Creek to trigger new rail lines and roads to run across the west and not merely into the city, a joint federal-state development body says.
Neighbourhoods: Essendon
Karin Derkley Grand period homes are not the sole preserve of the eastern and inner northern suburbs.
House of the week
Anita Balalovski This magnificent north-facing family home on 42 hectares has featured in two movies and hosted a global trout-fishing contest at its foreshore.
Apartment of the week
Kate Farrelly Not surprisingly, this two-level apartment was quick to attract attention.
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Neighbourhoods: Strathmore
Karin Derkley The gardens are leafy, the streets are wide and the houses are big.
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Kate Robertson Agents urge buyers to look at suburbs neighbouring the more favourite blue-chip areas.
Hurstville: Changing face of a suburb
Jim O'Rourke As Julia Gillard prepares Australia to embrace the ''Asian Century'', Jim O'Rourke visits Hurstville, where the Chinese are already embracing Australia - and have become the economic and social...
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Tale of two cities a happy story for inner suburbs
Jason Dowling and Richard Willingham Melbourne may be developing as two cities - 'a successful and choice-rich inner core and a fringe with fewer choices' - a government report warns.
Three of the best: Essendon
Katherine Townsend and Susie Peace Its real estate rarely receives much media coverage, mainly because its football team seems to snare all the headlines.
Sounding out a postcode
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Susan Wellings The Green Square precinct is shaping up as Sydney's newest design precinct, writes Susan Wellings.
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Kate Robertson Far from being a one-trick pony, the home of the Melbourne Cup offers a vibrant atmosphere all year round, writes Kate Robertson
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Plant Sale & Orchid Show
This year the Portland Home & Garden Show flowing over with great ideas for the home and garden! Each year the Show holds its annual Plant Sale with great pricing, and amazing plant variety and ample selection. Plus, don't miss the Orchid Show & Sale, and this year the Artisan Gallery is bigger than ever! This is where local artists set up working studios to demonstrate their talents and display their work for sale.
Plant Sale
The Plant Sale is always one of the most attended areas at the show; you can meet the growers in person, ask questions and learn about all the varieties available. The Plant Sale is the perfect place to find plants to start (or finish) your dream garden or repair your current garden from winter damage or die-off. Plant lovers will find a large variety of ornamental and fruit bearing trees and shrubs, perennials, bulbs, grasses, ferns, water plants, and even annuals. There is great selection and great prices too. Each year the area's top nurseries bring in a huge selection of plants for spring plantings, so here's an opportunity to buy direct from the growers at competitive prices.
Hammer & Vine
Jockey Hill Nursery
Little Tree Nursery Livingscapes
N&M Nursery
NW Cactus & Succulent
Old House Dahlias
OSU Master Gardeners Owen's Gardens
The Lily Pad
Tide Creek Nursery Woodlawn Nursery
Orchid Show and Sale
Another favorite at the Portland Home & Garden Show is the Portland Orchid Society's Show and Sale. For those fascinated by these exotic flowers you can find a fantastic selection of orchids on display and for sale. Orchids are very popular with plant enthusiasts the world over and the intrigue of the hobby is present at the show – just ask an expert. There will be plenty of orchids for sale, and tips and advice for the novice and professional from the orchid experts on hand. The orchids are arranged in stunning displays within the show and sale area – so bring your camera! This is one feature not to miss!


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Below is the poem entitled My Friend MY PEN which was written by poet
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My Friend My Pen.
Moments ago my world has gone grey my lover who for years
has governed my entire creation is walking away.
My energy failed me i felt cold when my dark mind went astray
I could not understand why? why I had to judge him hold a grudge
against him his reasons should be justified hopefully one day.
Staying home alone could not calm my storm
Wanting to talk and share my pain I searched for
Someone but it was all in vain nobody was free
Friends were passive and non receptive.
My persistence pushed me to climb up my favorite tree
And find my old friend my pen which cannot talk or walk
But knows whats in my soul will search to find a way to give
Me hope to accept & cope that my lover was walking away
And my world was turning grey.
My Pen
And I worked as a team for years forces me to dream
Lifts me up high when I start to sigh encourages me
Not to frown but to smile and comply to forget that my world
Turned grey because i was about to be given away as a prey
Due to my lover walking away.
My Pen
Stood by me when my days got cold & nights
were dead as i refused to be fed i did not want
to hear or fear that i should be ready to obey
that my lover was walking Away.
My Pen
My friend convinced me to stay as a mistress and
begged me nothing should come to an end please
defend his fate and admit to submit your love to
him before he goes away as maybe someday he'll
come back on any other day.
Leaving my friend My Pen hanging alone on the tree
I felt an uncontrollable urge to run be free to hold his
Picture take a glance just a glance but in seconds tears
Started dripping out of it. I sat on my rocking chair
Staring through the night carrying my pain in my heart.
I needed to stay speechless not even a wink of hope
Having no right at the moment to end it here i knew
what i had to be doing I needed to remain his hero
even helpless i will love my lover remembering years
ago when our path crossed each other we froze stunned
locked our eyes and uttered the unspoken It was love at
first sight.
My Pen woke me up one day to open my mail I found a
note from My lover unexpectedly my breathing stopped
the excitement to search through his soul gave me the
reason to jump and read. It said:
My Darling:
I have a confession to make why i walked away
Let us connect to talk as it feels a lifetime has gone by
During your absence the clock is ticking our now will
Become a past i beg you heal my pain and allow
Me to recreate the moment that could last forever
As I never lost my passion loving you.
You have to understand the gravity of my sickness
i pray to have a second chance as my thoughts were
out of control had to take my own punishment in silence
the day i woke up with no memory because of those attacks
I was giving you a hard time but i loved you since day one.
When i am awake even when my thoughts abandon me
i feel you are my a-liveliness does that make any sense to you?
Wait for me help me build the ruins around my brain
allow your miraculous hands to cure me.
Due to my medications nothing makes sense to me anymore one
day I am here another day I am unaware who I am how I look
What I think where am I will I live will I die help me feel
Anything something help me to heal.
My Pen my friend dropped from my hand leaving me alone
to sink and think. Suddenly i felt my pillow was wet my forehead
was sweating my whole body was shaking I have to let him
Comeback like nothing ever happened I called out loud
Come my way and stay. I love you my man my lover.
I dialed his number.
Thank You My Friend
"My Pen".


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Former Reds defender Stephen Darby has signed a two-year contract with League Two side Bradford City.
The right-back came through the Liverpool Academy before going on to make six first-team appearances.
Darby was also part of the teams which won the FA Youth Cup in both 2006 and 2007, and featured on two occasions for England U19s.
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Homophonic and Polyphonic Harmonies
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Sorry Abe. 18th century 'polyhony,' that of Handel and Bach, is known as counterpoint. It was just to keep things distinct. :)
In homophonic texture, sounding together, the melodic point is the main line, and the other voices create a harmonic accompaniment. If you are sitting with a guitar, strumming and singing, that is a homophonic texture, or listen to the chorales of Bach, which have the Lutheran hymn in the soprano and the other voices fill out the harmonic texture.
In polyphonic textures, many sounds, all of the lines work individually, moving at different intervals from a main line, which is called the cantus firmus. They can move with imitation, parallel movement, contrary motion, or a florid line. It is more than one melodic line happening at the same time. Josquin's masses are a great example. see Missa de Beata Virgine, the end of the 'Gloria' is stunning.
dang, some of you guys are really eloquent in music theory. You basically summed up the first few weeks in my music theory class in high school :P. and i forgot most of it...
props to you.
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Athletics a money-loser for colleges
As the University of Texas at San Antonio chases an NCAA football team and a beefed-up ahtletics department, it's important to keep this in mind — It probably won't make money. According to the Seattle Times, the latest NCAA report showed that "fewer than 25 percent of all Football Bowl Subdivision schools made money in […] [Read More]


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we are happy to announce 3 invalidated open redirection vulnerabilities in Google
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the good news that Google said that these vulnerabilities are not vulnerabilities ! , all of these vulnerabilities are just a features in Google search engine and are not considered vulnerabilities
so all of these vulnerabilities will not be patched in near future
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Blubbering Chris Brown Steals Show at BET Awards
But the standout moment of the night came when Brown broke down and blubbered his way through a tribute to his idol, Michael Jackson. Watch Brown starting at the :45 mark:
Brown has been laying low since being sentenced to community service for assaulting ex-girlfriend Rihanna in early 2009, and recently was denied entry into Great Britain to play a series of concerts there because of his criminal record.
Jermaine Jackson introduced Brown, who came out wearing a fedora and glove and moonwalked his way through 'Billie Jean' without missing a step. Then, as he grabbed a microphone to sing 'Man in the Mirror,' he broke down in tears. His voice cracked, he couldn't sing, and at one point he crumpled to the stage in apparent agony.
But was it for real? As the first tear welled in his eyes, it became impossible not to wonder whether Brown was showing genuine grief over the death of Jackson or whether he was trying to drum up sympathy as he struggles to regain control of his career.
He performed the dance moves to 'Billie Jean' flawlessly and it was only when the slow ballad of 'Man in the Mirror' arrived that he showed any emotion. An LA Times snap poll asked fans what they thought, with 20% saying he was faking. A healthy 39% believed he was sincere. A commenter on MTV News aptly asked, "Was it for real, or was he trying to get attention for being softer? I'm sure he feels bad about Michael's death, but is he just trying to get away from the bad boy image with the crying thing?"
West opened the show with a performance of his new single, 'Power.' Looking defiant in a red suit, shades and a ridiculously big chain around his neck, the rapper powered through the aggressive song while standing atop an erupting volcano set piece.
It was a triumphant comeback for the star, who like Brown has been avoiding the spotlight.
Other highlights included Usher performing 'There Goes My Baby,' Eminem and a choir doing his new single, 'Not Afraid,' and the return of 1980s hitmaker El DeBarge, who blazed back onto the stage to play old hits and the title track from his first new album in 16 years.
Prince received BET's lifetime achievement award. "I'm just so thankful to be a part of this world of music," he said. "Thanks for a wonderful night. I'll never forget it as long as I live."
The BET Awards honor the year's best in music, sports and film in 19 categories. Winners are selected by a voting academy comprised of industry insiders and executives, music journalists and a group of fans randomly selected by BET.com.
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- Monday 28 JuneBy Morgan
What he did to Rihanna was absolutely wrong. But it was over a year ago and I believe people can change. I personally think he is headed in the right direction. All people have made mistakes, though some not as big as Chris'. I think people should have a second chance at doing right regardless of what they have done in the past.
- Monday 28 JuneBy William
Sorry man,once a woman beater always a woman beater.And only cowardly men beat on women.
- Monday 28 JuneBy Dennis
When leopards change their spots and tigers and zebras change their stripes that's when he will change. In other words, it's not happening.
- Monday 28 JuneBy wmjoca
I think he deserves a chance too. Although anyone who beats and nearly chokes a woman to death should get that chance after about 25 years locked up.
- Monday 28 JuneBy ruth12
Morgan, I totally agree. I think he has paid enough for his act. This type of thing has happen plenty times before Chris Brown. It was just Chris has been used to make an example.
- Monday 28 JuneBy Jessica
I have to agree with you on the fact that people can change. I lived with a man that hit me and when I had had enough I left. We got back together a year later and have now been together for 11 years and in the past 11 years he has not one time even acted like he was gonna put his hands on me. People can change if they want to.
- Monday 28 JuneBy Pat
He always cried after he beat up women. It's part of the release. He's a pig and as someone said 'Once a beater always a beater.'
- Monday 28 JuneBy Michael
As one who grew up in domestic violence, it always baffles me that people act as if beating a woman is a little everyday mistake. Nearly choking a woman to death is just not the same as making a tiny infraction. This type of behavior destroys lives. Abusers are very charming and no most are dumb enough to fall for lip service, a smile, an apology, some tears and a bucket of roses. I saw it all my life.
- Monday 28 JuneBy Andrea
I agree with you 100%. We are all human and we make mistakes. Sooo many women have forgiven the men in their lives for horrible things that they have done with no problem and not dealing with have the stuff Chris has endured. I say leave him alone and let him continue to grow into a better man. :)
- Monday 28 JuneBy B'blu
Ppl are entitled to make mistakes and learn from them hense "Trial n Error". He went on trial n is still learning the concequences of his miastakes x3 (being a public figure)...But regardless,of all that, old news...As A FAN...He just totally SUCKED last night! I was disappointed bcuz we ALL know, He is a talented person and he jus Boomed.."Man In The Mirror" i had to change the channel :(
- Monday 28 JuneBy nini
yea u rite ppl make mistakes in there lives nd i think dat chris should be forgiven for that he is a human being but again he should have naver touched rihannah because that was wrong but he was sorry
- Monday 28 JuneBy LaVonda
RAS, What do you mean Rhianna "reaps what she sows"? Are you trying to say she deserved it because she went out with a woman beater like him? Or that any woman who shows affection to a "thug-like" character like him deserves it if she gets beat? Or that she deserves it for being the woman of a black man? Just what are you trying to say?
- Monday 28 JuneBy bre
ikr.... girl some people are so hatin on chris brown. they just mad cuz he brought it. and he kill it and it wasnt fake at all he was cryin so if somebody got to say something stop hatin man...
- Monday 28 JuneBy L
NO MAN SHOULD HIT ANOTHER WOMAN, NOR A WOMAN SHOULD HIT ANOTHER MAN. Enough said.
- Monday 28 JuneBy john
All hail the King of Pedophile! If Chris Brown was sincere, it is even more pathetic.
- Monday 28 JuneBy s
This is just an honest, curious question; but, are white people allowed in the BET awards or is it just for blacks? Cause my friend said its just for black people, but that seems rascist, so im just wondering if its for all races.
- Monday 28 JuneBy Barb
He could almost get an oscar for that preformance. He is so fake and his music isn't even good.
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Morgan, I totally agree with you. All of Gods children, (US) make mistakes in life. It is a learning experience and we grow from our mistakes. Chris will make more mistakes in life maybe not as bad as this one and remember he is young and he is not a man yet. I think that he did a wonderful job with his performance lastnight and he is very talented. I think he is ready to show his fans and the world that he is on the right road now. I wish him all the best and I will also support him.
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Susan,is it hard to keep your halo straight? Morgan I think your post spoke to how we are all capable of change, and we are not to judge, except Susan.
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when chris brown sung billie jean.i cried to leave him alone people change.
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Take, for example, this article from the Washington Post. In the article they say
"In World of Warcraft, the most popular online game, with an estimated 8 million participants worldwide, some regions of this fantasy domain have grown so lawless that players said they fear to brave them alone. Gangs of animated characters have repeatedly preyed upon lone travelers, killing them and making off with their virtual belongings."
As anyone who has played this game for any real length of time can tell you, there is no such mechanic in World of Warcraft that allows anyone to kill someone else and "make off with their virtual belongings." Sure, in the Battlegrounds, if you kill someone, you can loot little trash items/coin. But those are not items that come from a player's inventory -- the items you "loot" are things that are generated in that battleground instance. Once you step outside of those instances, nobody can loot anything from you.
And what about these "gangs of animated characters" that are mentioned? Sure, people tend to like to group to achieve objectives, but even in the absolute worst areas a PvP server has to offer (Stranglethorn Vale, anyone?) I don't think anyone would class the the ganking that goes on there as involving "gangs" that make the area "so lawless." Even talking about NPCs that travel in packs -- like the Courier and her toadies in Eastern Plaguelands, who will most definitely kill most any solo player unlucky enough to run into her -- they don't make off with your belongings at any time. For that matter, I don't think anyone would even consider contacting a GM to complain about being ganked by an NPC -- or another Player if they're flagged for PvP. These fights are all fully within the game's expected and understood mechanics.
The nearest examples that we could figure that they might have meant would perhaps be RuneScape, where you lose everything if a player kills you while you're "skulled." I know in EVE Online you can be killed (or "podded") at any time in any location, and your ship can be salvaged. There was also the old days of EverQuest and Ultima Online when PvP had harsher repercussions that involved losing gear. But World of Warcraft is far removed from those games, as anyone who has played them can tell you.
In short, I'm surprised at the Washington Post for namedropping World of Warcraft in this recent article when the topic of virtual crime (the rest of the article is about virtual rape, virtual pedophelia, and other crimes that are actually being investigated by real world police) has absolutely nothing whatsoever to do with WoW. There is no lack of topics to report on in regards to WoW, either. Examples include the recent lawsuit Blizzard started against The Company Who Shall Not Be Named By Me, all the great content in the Black Temple patch, or how about a comparison of the insane profits that Vivendi posted last quarter versus many other companies who have MMO games in their stables. But I suppose they're not as interesting and attention-grabbing as the topic of horrific virtual crimes in video games.
The only problem is that - when it comes to World of Warcraft - the sensational virtual crimes just don't exist.
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The firms' pretax earnings may drop by a range of $22 billion to $34 billion because of the 2010 Dodd-Frank regulatory overhaul, Matthew Albrecht, a credit analyst at S&P, said today in a statement. He previously predicted $19.5 billion to $26 billion, according to the statement.
"Most of the higher estimate reflects our view that regulators could take a more strict interpretation of the Volcker rule than we previously expected," Albrecht said. The provision seeks to restrict proprietary trading by banks holding federally insured deposits.
The other firms included in the estimate are Citigroup Inc., Goldman Sachs Group Inc., Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo & Co., PNC Financial Services Group Inc. and U.S. Bancorp. New regulations could cut pretax return on equity by a range of 250 basis points to 375 basis points, Albrecht estimated. A basis point is 0.01 of a percentage point.
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Record: 55-27, Finished 2nd in NBA Pacific Division (Schedule and Results)
Coach: Don Nelson (55-27)
PTS/G: 118.7 (1st of 27) ▪ Opp PTS/G: 114.8 (27th of 27)
SRS: 3.77 (6th of 27) ▪ Pace: 103.4 (1st of 27)
Off Rtg: 113.6 (3rd of 27) ▪ Def Rtg: 109.9 (20th of 27)
Expected W-L: 50-32 (8th of 27)
Arena: Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Arena ▪ Attendance: 616,025 (14th of 27)
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Life with Crohn's disease often focuses on just one question: When am I going to have my next flare-up?
The initial relief of being able to put a name to your condition is followed by worries: Why me? What can I do? Will it get better? It's important not only to work closely with your gastroenterologist, a physician who specializes in diseases of the digestive system, but also to take an active role in your own health to help improve the management of your Crohn's disease.
Know Your Crohn's
According to Dr. David Hudesman, Director of the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center of Beth Israel Medical Center, understanding your disease is the first step. "It's important for the patient to know where the disease is…and what type of disease you have," said Dr. Hudesman. "This determines how you're going to treat the disease."
While Crohn's can present itself anywhere along the digestive tract, it most commonly affects a part of the small intestine called the ileum, the large intestine—particularly the colon, or in some cases, both.
There are several subtypes of Crohn's, according to Dr. Hudesman:
- The most widely recognized is the inflammatory type, which results in the classic symptoms of diarrhea with or without blood, weight loss, and painful cramping.
- A second subtype causes strictures, or narrowing of the intestinal tract, resulting in constipation, bloating, and nausea with vomiting.
- Fistulas, tunnels that are formed when one part of the intestine connects with another part, or with other internal organs like the bladder, are a signature of the third subtype of Crohn's disease. Cramping, pain, and diarrhea may result, in addition to drainage of mucus or pus.
- A fourth subtype is characterized by fissures, particularly around the anal area. These tears can cause pain and bleeding, and can lead to fistulas.
Many diagnosed with Crohn's disease may start with the inflammatory subtype, which can progress to fistulas or strictures if left untreated. That's why it's particularly important to be diagnosed early and, once you've been diagnosed, to work closely with a gastroenterologist who specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases to manage your symptoms.
Preparing for Your Appointment
After your diagnosis, your gastroenterologist is your greatest ally for the ongoing management of your Crohn's disease. "A specialist in inflammatory bowel diseases can assess the location and severity of your disease, go through what medications are available, then decide on treatment," said Dr. Hudesman. Communication is essential in helping your physician identify the best treatment.
Review Your Medical History
Dr. Hudesman's advice includes being prepared to share any medical records, such as past colonoscopies, biopsies, and bloodwork. Tell your doctor if there's a family history of Crohn's, as well as any personal history, including when symptoms began and what first brought you in to see the doctor. For example, if you've suffered with stomach ailments for years, make sure your doctor knows this information. Think about other key details and bring notes so you can recall this history during your appointment.
Bring a List of Triggers
Maintaining a trigger diary is also helpful. Several of Dr. Hudesman's patients use free apps for smart phones that make it easy to track triggers, or you can use a small notepad. Include your diet, but don't forget about other possible triggers too, including: smoking, NSAIDs like Advil, Motrin or aspirin, infections, antibiotics, and even stress.
Be Ready to Discuss Your Symptoms
As you maintain these notes, track your symptoms too. Include information like:
- the number of bowel movements you have in a day
- cramps, abdominal pain, or nausea
- flare-ups, particularly after eating certain foods
- any changes
- how Crohn's affects your day to day life and if it curtails any social activities
"What's [also] important for patients to know is that Crohn's itself can present with symptoms outside the intestine," said Dr. Hudesman. "They should be able to contact their doctor, and be aware that this could be related and could signify worsening of disease." These other symptoms include arthritis or joint pain, skin rash, cold sores or ulcers, and eye pain.
List Out Your Current Medications
Your doctor will also want to know about any other medications you're taking and other medical conditions, including if you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant. They will also want to discuss your overall health maintenance, including scheduled vaccinations, as Crohn's can put you at higher risk for infections like influenza or pneumonia.
Think About Your Goals
Finally, and most importantly, come prepared to discuss the goals you'd like to achieve. "Not the medical things, but what is it in their life that they're not happy with or they're not doing because of [Crohn's]," said Dr. Hudesman. "I think that's also important to bring up to the doctor." Based on this information, your doctor may be able to tailor your treatment or provide advice to help you achieve these goals.
Questions to Ask
While Crohn's remains a chronic condition, there are many medications and treatments available to help manage symptoms—from anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant drugs, to immunomodulators, antibiotics, biologics, and surgery to remove the part of the infected intestine, expand narrowed parts of the intestine, or remove scar tissue.
Every patient is different—for every patient who prefers to remain on medical treatment, there's another patient who would prefer to avoid the side effects of medication and opt for surgery. "Some of our biologics and medications work very well, but they do have significant side effects," said Dr. Hudesman. "One option is to give your patient all these strong medications with side effects, or another option is…why don't we take that out and they're back to themselves. Now, you might need medication after that to prevent it from coming back…[but] the point is, surgery shouldn't be looked at as a failure of therapy, and it should be in the discussion of what is the appropriate treatment for that patient."
As you consider your treatment options, remember to keep the lines of communication open with your gastroenterologist. Begin to educate yourself about the disease through books or by visiting reputable websites, says Dr. Hudesman. And ask questions to make sure you understand your disease, the options available, and how it may impact your day-to-day life. The following is a list of questions that Dr. Hudesman suggests you ask your doctor:
- Why do I have Crohn's disease?
- How severe is my disease? Where is it, and what type do I have?
- What is the long-term effect of having Crohn's?
- What are my treatment options?
- What kind of medication is this and what are the side effects?
- How do I know if my treatment is working?
- How long will symptom relief last?
- What if I want children?
- Will my children inherit Crohn's?
- Can I help manage Crohn's through the right diet and exercise?
- What other lifestyle modifications can help?
- How do I know if my Crohn's is getting worse?
- If my Crohn's gets worse, is surgery my only option?
- How often should I see the doctor to help manage my symptoms?
- What resources or support groups are available?
Remember, the ultimate goal of treatment is to ensure that you have a high quality of life. Life with Crohn's can be difficult, but it also can be full and rewarding. Developing open, honest communication with the right physician is your first step toward achieving this goal. "From the doctor's perspective, adherence to the medication and compliance with medication is a very big issue, especially if [patients] are planning on getting pregnant, or they're young and they don't feel like taking all these pills," said Dr. Hudesman. "Speaking with the doctor about those issues but also having goals—quality of life goals—are very important and, I think, [something] a lot of people overlook."


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Poor old Vice President Boediono. He has been assigned to spearhead a new effort to combat terrorism, a job which is much more suitable for the intelligence chief. The plan is to formulate a comprehensive blueprint to root out terrorism which will focus on prevention and deradicalization starting next year. Boediono has experience in coordinating ministries on economic matters but fighting terrorism is a different kind of business.
Boediono will involve the Indonesian Council of Ulema (MUI), Nahdlatul Ulama, Muhammadiyah, the Lazuardi Biru deradicalization foundation, the Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI), universities, the National Police, Indonesian Military (TNI), and the ministries of education, religious affairs, youth and sports, and social affairs, the National Development Planning Agency (Bappenas) and the Ministry of Finance as well.
The government has been criticized as always being late in responding to terrorism with the recent spate of terrorist acts in Solo, Depok and Jakarta, and that the fight against terror has been waged sporadically, with too much emphasis on repressive actions and not enough on preventative and deradicalization efforts.
But according to Neta S. Pane of the Indonesian Police Watch, such prevention and deradicalization program began after the first Bali bombings in 2002 without much success.
Athough Boediono insisted the plan was acceptable to all parties and would not reinstate dictatorial remedies of the past, Neta cited lack of coordination between the security institutions — state intelligence (BIN), National Police, anti-terrorism squad Densus 88 and the national counterterrorism agency (BNPT) — was the primary cause of the setback. He suspected that the security agencies were in fact competing with each other instead of working together to achieve the goal.
Neta said that in the last decade, 18 terrorists have been arrested, 80 killed on site and 8,833 suspected terrorists have been interrogated, which means curbing terrorism has not been carried out accordingly. He said the security apparatus had a wealth of information about terrorists cells in Indonesia, but that it did not use the information accordingly. Another factor was that these institutions are always seeking additional funds to fight terrorism.
But according to Mahfudz Siddiq, a member of House Commission I overseeing defense, the security institutions had plenty of money and were in fact competing with each other for an even larger share of the upcoming budget. Neta said that despite huge budgets from the government, the security agencies also received substantial assistance from other countries. Both Neta and Mahfudz expressed concern that terrorism was being "preserved as a project" in order to justify disbursement of state funds to the agencies concerned.
But Neta believes the larger share of the budget goes to Densus 88 and the BNPT while intelligence gets the smaller share. This is why information is sometimes kept and shelved. Retired Lt. Gen. T.B. Hasanudin, who is now a member of the House of Representatives, also criticized the quality of early warning systems possessed by intelligence nowadays. He said in the past, intelligence was far better, saying, "The whole nation countered terrorism while now only police are countering terrorism. De-radicalization programs of today are project oriented instead of focusing on intelligence."
Pundits said the BNPT should not make hasty comments such as the idea that Muslim clerics be certified to ensure their nationalism and public acceptability. The idea was met with anger by Muslim organizations across the country. The Tebuireng Islamic Boarding School or pesantren , in Jombang, East Java, where prominent scholar Gus Dur came from, rejected the idea of certifying scholars.
Gus Dur's brother, Salahuddin Wahid, or Gus Solah, said the idea showed that the BNPT does not understand the existence of the pesantrens and deemed it as a counterproductive measure to eradicate radicalism and terrorism in Indonesia.
Yanto Soegiarto is the managing editor of Globe Asia, a sister publication of the Jakarta Globe.


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Clay County Sheriff's officials say children walking home from a department store found the remains on Sunday.
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The Florida Times-Union ( http://bit.ly/ZXHLLs) reports the area had recently been underwater but had recently dried out.
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