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Feb 01 2008
Good News and Bad News
The Good News is, we were hit with seven inches of snow yesterday morning, which meant lots of snowy, sleddy fun for child and beast:
"Let's do it again!" Charlie loves winter sports.
"Can you give a brother a lift?"
Now, this is starting to get a little sad.
But not sad enough for me to put the camera down.
The Bad News is, we were hit with seven inches of snow yesterday morning…
…Which resulted in an enormous amount of work (manual labor, even) for Pioneer Woman and Marlboro Man. Temperatures dropped to below ten degrees, and we had no choice but to spend much of yesterday and this morning caring for the cold, hungry animals on the ranch. And I still don't understand why, as The Lady of the Ranch, I am not allowed to remain indoors during inclement weather. I think I should be permitted to stay in my pajamas, sip coffee at my leisure, pick my toes as I see fit, and have the house to myself so that I may do whatever in tarnation I feel like doing, at whatever time I feel like doing it. But for whatever reason, Marlboro Man didn't get the memo about what The Lady of the Ranch's basic human rights are, and until he does, I have to layer up and get my cold, icy bottom in the feed truck like all the other peasants around here. Oh, the injustices of my life.
The reason I am categorizing this under the Bad News column is, because of the unexpected, extreme weather, I have been unable to put the finishing touches on the most recent rip-roaring chapter of "Black Heels to Tractor Wheels." Incidentally, in case you didn't already know, I have been sharing this story with you as I've written it; that is to say, I do not have the entire story written and edited and polished and ready to go. If I did, I would have shared it all with you by now. I promise.
No, what I think has been so fun about the Black Heels experience is that I've been sharing it with you on a real-time basis; as it's poured out of my memory and onto the page, I've put it out there for you to read. And I'll continue to do that, through all the twists and turns and heartaches and triumphs to come, and there are plenty. The only catch to this gameplan is, when we get hit with an unexpected snowstorm, the writing must be halted until such time as the horses and cattle on our ranch are nourished and safe.
Ranch life is funny that way, dadgummit.
I'm so sorry about the delay. Chapter 28 will be finished and posted first thing tomorrow morning (possibly tonight, if Marlboro Man gives me a day pass). Just wanted to let you know in case some of you were checking for its arrival. I wouldn't want you to get fired for Excessive Browser Refreshing. I got canned for that once, and it wasn't pretty.
And I care about you way too much to let that happen.
266 Comments
Mama DB On Friday, February 1 at 12:05 pm
Poor Charlie. That dog needs a sweater, and some snow boots and perhaps someone to roll up his ears so they don't drag in the snow.
I love that last picture, Ree. I have such a soft spot for pictures of roads winding off into the distance.
Stay warm!
Laurie On Friday, February 1 at 12:06 pm
Thank you for explaining. I'll be waiting by my computer monitor tonight, all through the night, and tomorrow morning until your chapter posts.
Okay, I'm lying. I'll be very busy doing important things (like squeezing blackheads on my face) until you post again.
Jenn in AZ On Friday, February 1 at 12:08 pm
Oh! I forgot! I love your new header…speaks of Spring…in hopeful tones, right? Especially since the snow drifted on your parade of dreams. Ah, how poetic I am. I should try a haiku next.
And, I LOVE those kind of sleds. They work so much better than the blade ones, for me anyway. Nothing better than feeling the numbness creep over your face as you careen down the face of a cliff while tiny ice shards and pebbles pummel your body. Ah, yes, good times. Really, truly, good times.
Jenn in AZ
Melissa On Friday, February 1 at 12:10 pm
I we don't get slammed like that, I still have to drive home tonight when I get off after this 12 hour shift.
The pictures of Charlie are TOO cute! If you ever decide to get rid of him you just send him right over here. My Maggie would just love him and I could play with both of their long ears at the same time.
I can't wait for BHTTW! Stay warm!
debby On Friday, February 1 at 12:10 pm
OH MY GOSH! For the first time ever, I'm not envying Ree! I'm also caught in a wicked bad storm in my neck o' the woods. Instead of ranch work, I'm sitting on my butt in my PJ's, having slept until I woke up (didn't have to work today), had leisurely coffee while reading my e-mails, blabbing with my 18 year old (school was canceled).
(Stretches, sighs, waggles bare toes.)
Gees, Ree. Sounds like it kind sucks to be you today!
(Sips coffee.)
papamama77 On Friday, February 1 at 12:10 pm
Today's my parents 68th Anniversary! Just thought I'd share that since you are writing your love story. At their 60th Anniversary at their church the pastor announced the anniversary reception and asked them how it felt to be married 60 years. My dad piped up and said, "It wasnt' easy on either one of us!" You have to know my dad–we all busted up laughing.
I have all my friends hooked on your Black Heels storyline. They anxiously wait for the next installment– the Marlboro Man's Fave Sandwich. tried it with venison and added mushrooms–yummmmmmy.
Happy snow days!
bobbi On Friday, February 1 at 12:11 pm
Charlie = "Pupsicle"
Stay warm.
Miz Booshay On Friday, February 1 at 12:13 pm
What a gorgeous shot of your horizon!
It's almost like the view from an airplane.
Much much less filled with anxiety.
I can just hear you coaxing Charlie along.
Come on buddy…you can do it! :o)
Jaana On Friday, February 1 at 12:13 pm
Having refreshed already four or five times, I thank you for the heads up. I don't want to get fired!
It is currently -24°C where I am…yucky, icy, snowy weather.
Of course if I had a cute little Charlie to cuddle up with it might make it all better…
Sally On Friday, February 1 at 12:16 pm
Snow… what I wouldn't give to have 7 inches fall here in CA. My kids have never even seen snow! =P
Can't wait til the next installment of Black Heels!
kelly On Friday, February 1 at 12:22 pm
That's ok! I can't get enought photos of your kids and animals (especially the puppy, how I love dogs!) and the beautiful scenery on your ranch. We NEVER get to play in snow here in northwest Alabama. We have had so much rain the last 2 days we're gonna have to hoist a sail on the house. But I'm thankful, we are still in drought. Keep the news, and recipes, coming! I have become addicted to your creamed potatoes and I'm planning on trying those orange muffins this weekend.
Lazy Susan in Upstate NY On Friday, February 1 at 12:22 pm
P-dub: Love the puppy pics, but I want to give just a small word of warning (that hopefully whomever you got Charlie from has already told you or you already know just from being a smart gal)… Bassets are NOT good swimmers- – but some think they are. We have good friends whose basset decided it would be a great idea to wade into their pond, but due to the stocky, heavy body and short little legs, almost did not make it out. And has nearly drowned in the same pond more than once. I'm not sure they are the smartest breed, but what they lack in brains they sure make up for in the cute dept. (I noticed you had a pond in another post.)
BTW- love your blog. When I saw it for the first time, I stayed up late reading all your BHTTW entries. Nice to know there is another sweaty, burpy, goofball mom out there who picks her feet and loves to cook (not in that order).
Deanna On Friday, February 1 at 12:22 pm
Awww, that Charlie. He needs a snowsuit!
Blue On Friday, February 1 at 12:23 pm
i am in LOVE with your new banner!!!
♥ ♥ ♥ ♥
cecedon On Friday, February 1 at 12:24 pm
that storm roared through Oklahoma and right up to Chicago and dumped 8or more inches on us over the last 24 hours. At 6:30 this morning I a shoveling maniac trying to make way for my man to be able to walk to the train (I'm sure once he got out of our yard he had to take the street though). I spent 1 hour shoveling (not even bothering with the driveway) and then came in for some coffee. the schools were closed so we're having fun here. I blew the snow off the driveway, after my coffee, and then we headed over to the sled hill to have some fun.
Now I only have to get the 8 ish inches off the ice rink and we can spend the rest of the day skating. It's days like this that I sort of wish we didn't have an ice rink (25×65 feet in the backyard). oh well, maybe I'll still get around to cleaning my office and doing the piles of laundry that are hanging around.
Happy snow!
Wendy in Winder On Friday, February 1 at 12:25 pm
I hate bad news. I hate snow! Just kidding, I was just REALLY looking forward to the next installment. I will have my Sat. morning coffee with the next chapter tomorrow morning. Anxiously awaiting…….
P.S. We are expected to have 60 degrees temp. tomorrow and beautiful sunny skies. Sorry about your inclement weather and poor Charlie!
Wendy in Winder, GA
Undomestic Diva On Friday, February 1 at 12:26 pm
THIS is why Starbucks must start delivering. I'd pay 3x as much for a grande carmel macchiato if they'd bring to me.
And it ain't snowing here in So. CA. I'm just lazy like that.
Reagan On Friday, February 1 at 12:27 pm
Well shoot! You guys got all the snow we were SUPPOSED TO GET. I love snow and we didn't end up getting any…just flurries. I wish it had missed you and hit me.
Amy in StL On Friday, February 1 at 12:27 pm
I was too busy playing in the snow myself, to even notice!
Get warm soon! (and I'll get warm reading the next installment).
Tanis On Friday, February 1 at 12:28 pm
We got snoww too! About 15cm and another 15cm to go, yeah I am in Canada. My Basset, now that he is 2, has decided that he loves the snow and that we should love it as well.
Looking forward to the next installment and give that puppy a hug for me.
Chronicles of a Country Girl On Friday, February 1 at 12:28 pm
I'm loving your new banner, too. And please, take your time and do what you need to do. The ranch and the animals need you. I'm going to be patient and wait for the next installment.
Adorable little Charlie. You're like me, too. I wouldn't have put the camera down until it was absolutely necessary.
Keep warm out there!
Mary On Friday, February 1 at 12:28 pm
No need to apologize for a snow day! You've got your priorities straight! Don't feel bad about not finishing the next chapter –your helping MM is what'll keep the story going for years!
Undomestic Diva On Friday, February 1 at 12:28 pm
THIS is why Starbucks must start delivering.
I'd pay 3x as much for a grande carmel macchiato if they brought it to me.
And it ain't snowing here in Southern CA.
I'm just lazy like that.
not working On Friday, February 1 at 12:30 pm
I just wanted to say, I have only been on here for 2 days and I have read every word of Black Heels to Tractor Wheels. This is better than any book! I have done this all while at work (my co worker too)! I have been here since 8am and haven't picked up a paper! (Ok, once when the boss walked upstairs, that's it)Thanks for giving me alternate objectives for my work day. Blog on!
Karen from NC On Friday, February 1 at 12:32 pm
Poor Charlie! He looked fine sitting on your daughters lap, but once his chubby feet and EARS hit the snow… I WANT SNOW! Send some to me please! We don`t get much of here. None, as a matter of fact! (Except, in the mountains) Sorry to hear Scarlett O`Hara has to help feed the livestock! HA! We`ll forgive you, this time! HA! Looking forward to tomorrow!!! Keep warm!
Jessica On Friday, February 1 at 12:33 pm
Those Charlie pictures so too cute; he's so pitiful. The new banner is lovely!
Tee On Friday, February 1 at 12:33 pm
Dislike the new banner. Nothing pioneer or Oklahoma about it. Please bring back the rooster, the tarantula and a cow or too. It was so perfect in the old days.
tbaat On Friday, February 1 at 12:35 pm
Dadgum that weather! I was so looking forward to reading the next installment. I was away from my computer all morning which makes me shakey anyway, but I couldn't wait to get the kids their lunch and tear into BHTTW's when we got home. Double Dadgummit.
Historia On Friday, February 1 at 12:36 pm
The Good news is that you still have internet swervice – snow and ice have been known to cause stoppages, sometimes.
The new banner is gorgeous – but I think it may be showing the wrong season, February is officially the WINTER, not the spring. LOL
Flea On Friday, February 1 at 12:42 pm
You got SEVEN INCHES?? I am so jealous. Here in south Tulsa we only got about an inch and a half. And it sure looks like the punks enjoyed your seven inches.
Marye~ On Friday, February 1 at 12:43 pm
Okay, I forgive you this time, but I have to admit I'm a bit jealous of the snow. We were supposed to get snow and all we had was freezing rain. My poor little chickies are cold and wet, boo hoo. Enjoy the snow day!
Terri in Sunnyvale, CA On Friday, February 1 at 12:43 pm
Oh, poor Charlie — just looking at that sweet face and sad eyes brings tears to my eyes. He's just like one of the kids!
shelley On Friday, February 1 at 12:43 pm
That poor sad little pup! I'll bet his ears were just frozen!
Love the new banner!
And I'll be ok, I've got some animals and children to care for of my own, so I guess I'll go do that while I wait for the next chapter.
SpokaneMama On Friday, February 1 at 12:44 pm
I remember when we had "only" 7 inches of snow. The governor just designated us as being in a 'state of emergency'. Now that is supposed to help with schools being closed and snow plows from the private sector being used.
Looking out my front door today? Still no plow down our road. It's been over two days and 8 inches since we last saw a plow on our road.
If only our road looked like yours…..mmmmm….excuse me…I was just have a moment of bliss…thinking about how warm I was last August….
The Nester On Friday, February 1 at 12:45 pm
I love that your header is changed every month. Love this month the most so far! I guess that's what happens on the blog that is so rich and famous!
Diana On Friday, February 1 at 12:52 pm
Hey – those animals are cold – need feed to keep warm! And – I have a basset hound and I don't think he would even step foot outside in the snow – oh – well I live in Florida – but he does not like the rain either – nope – turns right around and comes back inside.
Windy On Friday, February 1 at 12:55 pm
That doesn't look like a "Let's do it again" look, that looks like a "How far is it to the house??" look.
I was wandering around the house yet at 2 a.m., so the dog and I snoozed in my chair all morning and I didn't check for the story 'til almost noon. Now the poor little dachshund with her tiny little feet had to go out in the cold and snow, but does not linger too long.
dlyn On Friday, February 1 at 12:57 pm
Aw poor little Charlie! I guess I can live another day without the next chapter. Love the new header by the way – I think it is my favorite one so far.
Kendra On Friday, February 1 at 12:58 pm
Well dang it, Chp. 28 was going to be the capstone of my long, busy week. I guess you didn't get MY memo about being The Lady of the Interwebs, and all that. The photos are a terrific tide-me-over, though. Thank you for thinking of us!
(If I were you, I'd trade in my day pass from MM for something other than a chance to post to my blog. Wink wink nudge nudge.)
Andrea On Friday, February 1 at 12:59 pm
Poor Charlie does not know what to with all this white stuff. Poor Puppy, you have no companion..hehe. Sorry you got dumped on so bad. At least you were not worried about school getting called off, since you are the boss. Sorry you had to get out in the stuff and work. It was miserably cold.Looking for sunny skies.
Jennie On Friday, February 1 at 12:59 pm
Thank you for not putting a coat on your pup! He's adorable!
Catlin On Friday, February 1 at 1:01 pm
I wish we would have gotten 7in of snow…we were supposed to, but like everything else in Indiana it just never happens like the weatherman tells you.
Glad the little ones and the doggie got to have fun though, and I guess I can forgive you for having to work instead of posting a new chapter of my favorite story. lol. Have a great day!
Minnesotamom On Friday, February 1 at 1:01 pm
Yay! BH to TW comin' up.
Oh, and that "Can you give a guy a lift?" photo? I laughed out loud. What a sweet puppy face!
Valarie in AL On Friday, February 1 at 1:06 pm
Bless his little puppy heart. He looks like he just wants to go in and have nap.
Sonia W. On Friday, February 1 at 1:09 pm
I'm so jealous! I live in Texas, in the Houston area and we don't get snow like that! We get Texas snow that's melted away before you have a chance to get your jacket on! Enjoy!!! Looks like you guys already are though!!!
wkf On Friday, February 1 at 1:15 pm
What a cute puppy!!!!!
7 inches of snow? That poor pup's legs aren't but 3″. He needs to be laid up on the couch watching you pick your toes!
What are you going to do when he weighs 70lbs?
MrsJumex On Friday, February 1 at 1:15 pm
Ree – inquiring minds want to know. I take it the banner changes every month. Since I've only been reading this blog for less than a month, I've missed out on previous banners. I've loved both I've seen by the way. Do you do them yourself? And if you do what program do you use? Thanks! Can't wait for the next installment!
Mrs. J
MamaV On Friday, February 1 at 1:17 pm
Beautiful pictures! Of course there is no snow here where I am so I can say that ;). I am waiting with baited breath for chapter 28!
Swampy On Friday, February 1 at 1:19 pm
The new banner gives us hope that spring is around the corner…but after seeing this post…maybe not !
I'm calling The Animal Abuse Hotline. But, what should we expect? You don't put the camera down when your babies have fallen and are crying.
Sarah W. On Friday, February 1 at 1:30 pm
Oh, what cute floppy ears!
Darn that MM for having to make a living- doesn't he know that the gratification of your readers is so much more important than feeding some poor freezing and starving animals??? Poor Lady of the Ranch. Outside your house looks like outside my house (sans mountains), and I'm not budging from indoors today. I'll pick my toes twice- in honor of you.
Steph On Friday, February 1 at 1:31 pm
OMG!!!!! He looks exactly like Ernest T. did at that age!! Sniff, sniff, they grow up so fast. My Ernie is 9 yrs old and getting so grey.
I know every single one of those looks, all designed to make you think "Oh poor baby! Come here and get cuddled and warm. And then I'll get you a snack" WARNING!!! All pitiful looks are ultimately designed for snacks. Cuddles are secondary, well deserved but secondary.
Angi On Friday, February 1 at 1:33 pm
I'm suprised he was willing to get up from his perpetual nap to play in the snow.
I'm certain he retired early after all that romping . . .no thanks to you, not picking him up, and all!
Jess Niles On Friday, February 1 at 1:37 pm
New banner looks great! Very eye catching.
Our storm is hitting us right now in New England. Sure wish I had given the goats & chickens fresh water before the hail began.
Jenny On Friday, February 1 at 1:40 pm
I think it will be better to get it on a Saturday morning anyhow. My blogline feed gets a little quiet on the weekends! I'm looking forward to reading more of your great story!!
Your puppy is stinkin' cute!
BradD On Friday, February 1 at 1:41 pm
Hey PW,
..you must have used a wide angle lens for the pic's of Charlie; the poor ranchranger looks like he might be enjoying his fair share of your highcalorie table scraps What a lucky puppy!
Your local friend, BradD
Tammy On Friday, February 1 at 1:54 pm
how cute is that puppy in the snow!!!
LOVE the new header! Just beautiful!
Be sure to get some ample coffee sipping time in before you go back to writing!
chocolatechic On Friday, February 1 at 1:59 pm
I was wondering how you were faring in this inclement weather.
I was hoping to see some lovely ranch pictures and you didn't disappoint.
Loved Charlie out in the snow. What a sad hound dog!
Still waiting, patiently I might add, for the proposal.
Erin N On Friday, February 1 at 2:00 pm
Lots of comments:
The only then that made me not cry about the missing BHTTW installment were the ADORABLE puppy photos.
The new banner looks awesome.
I'm in Michigan and I feel ya on the snow front.
Can't wait for tomorrow!
Heidi On Friday, February 1 at 2:04 pm
That is one pitiful puppy. I bet if you looked at MM that way, he'd give you a day pass.
Try it.
karen On Friday, February 1 at 2:06 pm
That's okay. The pictures of Charlie in the snow will suffice for now.
Carol On Friday, February 1 at 2:09 pm
First… Charlie is adorable. What a face!
Second… Having just found your website this week, I have to say… I miss the cows. I especially liked how they represented you and the Punks… very clever.
Finally… I am LOVING your cooking website! I HATE to cook, but I am going to start trying your recipes, one by one. The photos accompanying each step make it look so easy. Thank you!!
Oh, and finally-part 2… looking forward to Chapter 28 tomorrow. Meanwhile, keep warm!!
Dancing Shoes On Friday, February 1 at 2:11 pm
Brrrrrr!!! Hope you have your silks on!!!
Love the new masthead!!
jettied On Friday, February 1 at 2:16 pm
Love the new banner!! pretty!!
and I love the snow!! but where are the snow pants?? and for some reason I expected Charlie to have a hat and chaps and some boots on!!
Jean On Friday, February 1 at 2:17 pm
The "Lady of the Ranch" can't stay inside for the same reason that the "Lady of the House" (that'd be me) had to go out and chisel ice off her sidewalk this afternoon. At least MM suffered with you. My man was behind his desk in his cozy chair in his nice, warm office. Bitter? Noooo… not me.
cubiclepunk On Friday, February 1 at 2:17 pm
MM, give PW a break!!!! I demand it.
Pam On Friday, February 1 at 2:21 pm
I look forward to the next edition of your love story whenever you have time! Thanks for sharing it with us.
Tam On Friday, February 1 at 2:22 pm
Glad you all faired the storm. Love your blog. I am anxiously awaiting to get the next installment. It is as addictive as Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. Really.
DisneyHope On Friday, February 1 at 2:22 pm
Whee Snow Day! But sounds like a lotta work for you too. Looks like the kids had fun & Charlie too. Bless his heart, having to struggle back up the hill.
Will be patient for next installment of love story. Love the new banner!
Liz KS On Friday, February 1 at 2:23 pm
OMIGosh! I don't think with those eyes staring at me I could have taken the pictures. Poor baby! so cold! I hope he got back to warmth soon. That's the cutest puppy I've ever seen
Barbara On Friday, February 1 at 2:25 pm
I have to say you are just so lucky with all that snow. The children here have been desperate for snow like that for some years now. There were threats today of great blizzards. Such a threat that us girls cancelled a long awaited 200 mile round trip to IKEA. Needless to say we have had about seven flakes that swirled around in a blizzardly way. So it was cruel of me to call my daughter over to look at your ranch just now! She loves Charlie though!
cynthia On Friday, February 1 at 2:25 pm
And once again the snow gods smile on OK while teasing and taunting the poor school children in Middle Tennessee. THey make the weatherman predict snow and then blow a warm wind up from the Gulf to give us a BALMY 38 degrees and rain all night.
I give them the required sacrifice of crushed ice and mittens. What more do they want from me? Give my kids a day off of school!!!
Sorry 'bout that. Just a wee bit of snow envy. Have a nice day now!
Christy Treffer On Friday, February 1 at 2:30 pm
Hey, snow looks fun, but the cold is not. We're going to move cows out of stalks tomorrow, so I'll have to bundle up too! Interesting to me, is that we're supose to be the hired man and the cook! I always struggle on how to prepare the food in a timely manner and ride and round up cattle and take care of the kids all at the same time! Thank goodness for slow cookers … for the meal, not the kids.
Beth On Friday, February 1 at 2:34 pm
Ree, knit that Charlie a sweater
Cindy Z On Friday, February 1 at 2:35 pm
Ok, I can stop refreshing We have about 6 to 8 inches of snow too. My younger son has been waiting for me to take his yearly picture (usually done in December) so when the snow hit, I had him out there without his coat taking snow pictures this afternnon The dog is next!
Great pictures as always!
Laura On Friday, February 1 at 2:42 pm
Thanks for the Charlie pictures!!
Yeah we got that snow too up here in Chicago!! School was cancelled but I was driven by quilt to get out of bed & help shovel anyway!!
Trish On Friday, February 1 at 2:45 pm
"Excessive Browser Refreshing"
You know us so well.
shalana On Friday, February 1 at 2:49 pm
Love the new design/header–whatever you call it. Hope you guys get some reprieve from the weather soon. Watch your little pup's paws because they can get frostbit very fast being on the snow. (Not the I have a dog but I live in Seattle AKA dog-lover's paradise and they had a whole news boradcast on it a few weeks back (They even have doggie bakeries and boutiques here! I'm from TX so I thought it was so strange that what I thought from the exterior was a great bagel shop, turned out to be a doggie treat bakery!)
Country Girl On Friday, February 1 at 2:53 pm
love the new banner….love charlie…love you!
Amy On Friday, February 1 at 3:01 pm
Charlie puppy is sooo adorable!
I am very much looking forward to the next chapter of Black Heels to Tractor Wheels.
CarrieAnn On Friday, February 1 at 3:03 pm
Oh my.
I want to kiss Charlie's nose.
The Homesteading Housewife On Friday, February 1 at 3:05 pm
"charlie replaced the punks"
yup.. i think you are right…
Now she needs to come on over to join the BMA's (Bad Mothers Anonymous). he he he
dont worry.. its all in fun. I'm da baddest of da bad! ask my 5 short people.. they'll tell ya!
we are waiting Ree…..
AngAk On Friday, February 1 at 3:20 pm
Shall I send Charlie some sled dog booties? He is too cute. And my puppy just loves the snow too. She practically buries herself in it. Loves nothing better than a snootfull of snow. I'm off to buy a sled for me and pup!
natalie On Friday, February 1 at 3:31 pm
well the pictures of charlie are worth the wait! he's a cutie!
Heidi S On Friday, February 1 at 3:36 pm
I'm impressed Charlie is awake. Doesn't he sleep 23 hours of the day? lol
ali On Friday, February 1 at 3:46 pm
wow….that there's a lot of scrolling i had to do to leave a comment!!!! we, too, got hit by the snow. i so think you should get to sip coffee in your pajamas!!! i know that what i did this morning
Brandi in Ohio On Friday, February 1 at 3:50 pm
Glad to hear you are all safe and sound out there up to your knees in snow…or in Charlie's case up to his ears.
Thanks for posting the Charlie pictures…made me smile. We had a Basset Hound as a kid, his name was Hero.
I look forward to chapter 28. Write on!
Stephanie On Friday, February 1 at 3:50 pm
It's all good. I love Black Heels, but I think the animals should get the attention that they need. I'll just sit here and wait.
Bush Babe On Friday, February 1 at 3:52 pm
Ye gods… you are a cruel cruel woman! To readers and to dogs! Love reading about life on the other side of the world – it's been hot and humid down here (Queensland, Australia) as summer is just starting to wind down. Cools me off looking at those snow pics! If anyone is bored, they can see what life on a "ranch" (we call 'em properties) is like in this part of the world. And how cruel the womenfolk can be here too! http://www.bushbabe.blogspot.com
Looking forward to the next chapter Ree
Bush Babe
saultzie On Friday, February 1 at 3:54 pm
I'm going to miss the bovine versions of you and the punks from last month's banner. But the new one is lovely, too.
Grandma J (Janice in TX) On Friday, February 1 at 3:56 pm
Poor Charlie…I want to wrap him in a warm soft blanket and let him take a nap with me. That's what retired people do because we don't get any days off either.
Are you writing this novela from memory or do you have a diary that you use for reference. There is no way I could remember what I wore on every occasion…let alone what my boyfriend was wearing. But..I'm not P-Dub.
Have fun in the snow and keep Charlie warm.
Frankie On Friday, February 1 at 3:57 pm
Seven inches of snow? There is still grass showing! May I invite you to Minnesota (or any other northern state) to experience 7 inches of snow?
Cute pictures, as usual.
TRex On Friday, February 1 at 3:57 pm
Priorities, P-dub, priorities. Can't you see we're all waiting with heaving boosoms for your next installment? Harlequin ain't got nuthin' on you, my dear! :o)
I am a newcomer to your blog, and enjoy it immensely! Thank you for sharing your life's adventures with us!
PS. Snow? What's Snow?
TRex in San Diego
Autumn On Friday, February 1 at 3:57 pm
Ok, I'll give you a pass… I suppose the whole work on the ranch excuse will work for me this time. But I don't think I can forgive you for removing the cows from your banner. I love those cows. Can you at least replace them with chickens or some other barn yard animal… so that I know where I'm at when I come here?
Just kidding.. the new one is nice too.
hawkswench On Friday, February 1 at 3:59 pm
Awwww poor Charlie, where is his sweater and boots??? How you could you resist that poor pitiful face.
Has heated pet beds for him. Along with battery operated heated clothing for you.
Pencil Writer On Friday, February 1 at 4:01 pm
I love picture "sledding #175″ with Charlie giving you the "evil eye", one eyebrow raised the other eye closed and ears flying in the wind. (The wind yesterday was fierce here, too!) But it's a priceless picture. So are they all. I love the one, also, with his little front paws tucked in to keep them warm. Some of his "poses" bring to mind the title, Beowulf–nothing to do with the aged English poem, but his woeful, pitiable expression! I can just see him thinking, "Woman who-vows-her-undying-love for me, WHY? WHY! in Heavens name are you subjecting me to this fridgid misery and woe when there should be a roaring fire in the fireplace where I can stretch out in front of and warm my frozen toes, and ears and nose, and take a comfy snooze?" I can see those very thoughts in his expression. I'm sure that's just what he's doing now–snoozing in front of the fire (or heater vent, whichever) counting his little puppy blessings.
He and you are so entertaining. :-}
Rebecca On Friday, February 1 at 4:02 pm
I must say that Charlie is one of the cutest puppies I have ever seen. BUT…..I'm not sure he lokked like he was having much fun out there. He looks more like a pampers house dog to me!!!!! Keep warm!!!
Philly On Friday, February 1 at 4:05 pm
Charlie needs a coat!!
ashpags On Friday, February 1 at 4:11 pm
"But not sad enough for me to put the camera down." Isn't that the truth?!? I'm glad I'm not the only one who has moments like that, and I really hope it doesn't adversely affect any children I may have in the future! Andhope you are st great job on the white balance of the snow photos – that's hard to do! I aying (relatively) warm! *kisses poor Charlie through the computer screen* =)
ashpags On Friday, February 1 at 4:12 pm
Whoa…I don't now what happened to those last two sentences…it should say:
"And great job on the white balance of the snow photos – that's hard to do! I hope you are staying (relatively) warm!"
Angi On Friday, February 1 at 4:16 pm
Love the new banner for February. My favorite so far.
And Charlie is sad and adorable all rolled into cute.
Thanks for all your time and hard work that you put into this web site.


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Address: 630 Old Country Rd, Garden City, NY, 11530
- Hours:
- 10:00 - 21:30 ( Mon - Sat ) 11:00 - 19:00 ( Sun )
Roosevelt Field Mall is the largest shopping mall in the state of New York and eighth in the country as measured by gross leaseable area at 2,189,941 sq ft. (203,452 m²). Located in East Garden City on Long Island, the anchors of the 270 store mall are: Bloomingdale's, JCPenney, Macy's and Nordstrom. Previous anchor stores were Gimbel's (succeeded by Stern's) A&S, and Alexander's (succeeded by Bloomingdale's). The original anchor stores were Macy's and Gimbel's. The specialty stores cover a wide range of genre and include: Coach, Betsy Johnson, Free People, Abercrombie & Fitch, Wild Pair, Hot Topic and Sephora. Other stores include the Disney Store, & Fye. In addition to the food court, located on the second floor, there are several high-scale/sit-down restaurants located on the premises, including Houston's, Legal Sea Foods, The Grand Lux Cafe, Akbar Restaurant, Gasho Japan, The Panino Cafe and Ruth's Chris Steakhouse.Anchors
Bloomingdale's (270,000 sq. ft.)
Bloomingdale's Furniture Gallery/Dick's Sporting Goods (250,000 sq. ft.)
JCPenney (260,000 sq. ft.)
Macy's (425,000 sq. ft.)
Nordstrom (225,000 sq. ft.)
Mall in the media
Online retail rock stars: Who are your favorites?How could I have been satisfied with the 100-plus stores at Roosevelt Field Mall, my personal shopping Mecca? Now there are thousands upon thousands of ...
- From National Retail Federation (press release) (blog), @ Roosevelt Field
- 2010-09-01
Justin Bieber fever in no danger of breakingMaybe you smartly avoided the Great Bieber Riot of 2009 at Roosevelt Field Mall. And maybe you kept his appearance at The Pop-Con at Nassau Coliseum in ...
- From Newsday (subscription), @ Roosevelt Field
- 2010-08-30
Senior finds fame with YouTube parody of Long Island countyLong Island bagels, along with Ralph's Italian Ices and the Roosevelt Field Mall, are subjects of Gildin's YouTube video, "Nassau (County) State of Mind," a ...
- From SU The Daily Orange (subscription), @ Roosevelt Field
- 2010-08-30
Backstreet Boys back on top of week's Top 5... the excitement he generates among his fans (mostly pre-teen girls) has proven to be dangerous — his show at Long Island's Roosevelt Field Mall had to ...
- From NorthJersey.com, @ Roosevelt Field
- 2010-08-26
'Project Style' Rolls Into Roosevelt Field MallThe all-new Project Style tour made a stop at Roosevelt Field Mall this weekend to provide fashion tips for trend-setting teens. "We all know how important ...
- From Patch, @ Roosevelt Field
- 2010-08-16
Justin Bieber's 5 Most Bad-Ass Moments... t-shirt in solidarity with his arrested manager, Scooter Braun, who'd taken the fall for the Roosevelt Field Mall gig that never came to fruition. ...
- From MTV.com, @ Roosevelt Field
- 2010-08-12
Metropolitan Realty Associates Obtains Tax Relief for Garden City Squa...The building is adjacent to the Roosevelt Field Mall. The PILOT, or payment-in-lieu-of-taxes program, will cut taxes at the building to about $2.91 per ...
- From Patch, @ Roosevelt Field
- 2010-08-09
Alco "Black Beast" Racer to be featured at Vanderbilt Centennial C...... 2010 – The Alco "Black Beast" Racer will be featured at the 3 rd Annual Vanderbilt Centennial Celebration to be held at Roosevelt Field Mall in Roslyn, ...
- From Luxvelocity, @ Roosevelt Field
- 2010-08-07
Kenny Anderson appearing at House of Hoops in Long IslandIf you're near LI this Saturday, drop by the House of Hoops grand opening at Roosevelt Field Mall to meet NBA All-Star and former high school national ...
- From Dime Magazine, @ Roosevelt Field
- 2010-08-05
Tax relief for Garden City buildingThe building is next to the Roosevelt Field Mall. Metropolitan president Joe Farkas said the tax abatements will help to quickly revive underperforming ...
- From Long Island Business News (blog), @ Roosevelt Field
- 2010-08-05


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8.22 - Start Of Something New
Luke has a surprise for Ms. Lorelai Gilmore. Dean has another surprise for Lindsey, but Lindsey may think it's too fast. Emily and Richard go on vacation in Hawaii. Tristan may just have a surprise for each and every stars hollow resident. Rory looks for her own place. Doyle has a surprise for Paris.
8.21 - Kinda Normal
Rory and Logan are sorta back to normal. Luke and Lorelai are closer than ever. April may just have her eyes on a guy. Now that Cecilia's gone, and he's not talk to Rory, Jess has a lot of free time on his hands. Doyle comes back early, and has a series of questions to be answered by Rory.
8.20 - Running Scared
Rory tries to start her business. Lorelai's back, and her and Emily arne't speaking. Rory tries to go and talk to Jess, but he isn't there. Luke tells Lorelai to take April clothes shopping. While shopping the two girls run into Emily, who doesn't take shopping so lightly anymore. Paris and Doyle leave on vacation.
8.19 - Nobody's Home
When Rory returns, nobody's home. Lorelai has gone to New York City with Emily, to help Richard get out of jail. Jess isn't speaking to Rory. Luke is spending his days in Hartford and nights at the Diner. Kirk spills Lulu's news to everyone. Rory decides that she should make the best of a bad situation and invite Dean and Lindsey over for dinner.
8.18 - One Step At A Time
Rory finally puts faith into Logan and believes that nothing happened between him and Lily, but that doesn't mean nothing won't happen.Rory confronts Jess about Cecilia, and Jess looses it. Dean might just mend his fences with Lindsey. Lorelai's birthday is here, and what she wants for her present, is April. She wants April to come and stay with Luke her. Rory goes to get April. After the party Logan leaves.
8.17 - You Have No Idea
Logan tries to convince Rory that nothing happened between him and Lily. It's not going well. New girl in town has her eyes all over Jess, and maybe just maybe Jess has his eyes on her. Rory has a break down. Tristan finally moves to Harford. Paris has a shocking secret. Sookie may have a little secret of her own. Lorelai tries to plan for her fortieth birthday.
8x16 - Unspoken Past
So Rory deals with Lily being in town. Lorelai has a new guest at The Dragonfly. Rory and Jess go head to head to beat each other. Logan comes home.
8x15 - Picking Up The Peices
Sookie comes back and has surprise for everyone.Logan gets a visitor, and Lorelai makes Mac' n' Cheese, but only shares with Martha.
8x14 - Choosing
Rory picks her Mr. Right, and she has just the right words for the other Mr.....Lorelai loves Christmas.....and presents.
8x13 - Way Back When
Luke and Lorelai wonder if they had ever met before they "really" met. We see them as 4 year olds, and as 15 year olds. We always knew they we're meant to be.
8x12 - Forgive and Forget
Rory tries to convince Logan of somethings. Lorelai and Jess might just become a little closer. Rory has some big decisions to make.
8x11 - Holy Christmas!!
As the Christmas holiday nears everyone wants to spend it together, even if they arn't talking. Logan and Rory struggle with all of Rory's "friends". Jess makes an outgoing gesture. Luke sings a song from Grease.
8x10 - Remember Me?
Rory has unexpected visitors. Emily may just have a kind streak after or all, or is it an evil polt?
8x09 - Raindrops On Roses
Luke and Lorelai have a date.
8x08 - Turning Tables
Rory works towards her business. Jess tells Luke he needs a place to stay. They name the paper.
8x07 - Thanksgiving On The Hospital Floor
Paris may have just been right about Rory and Logan. Luke may not be very cool about Logan back in town. Luke has a hate face. Jess is back. Sookie tries to Lorelai to pick a guy. Jackson blew up the kitchen. Logan is concerned that Lorelai doesn't like her. Paris convinces him that she doesn't, and she probably won't change, cause they only person she had ever changed for was Jess. Richard is in the hospital.
8x06 - When Everything Is Where It Belongs
With Logan and Rory back together, Lorelai "says" she's happy if Rory's happy, but that may not be the case. Paris is conserned that Doyle is avoiding her. Rory may just get Doyle to help her with her paper. Rory and Lorelai discover that hotel coffee isn't as good as Luke's. Rory is the puppet worker. Babette wants to adopt another cat.
8x05 - When Birthday Parites Turn To Kissing Parties
4 one way tickets to Orange County California may just be what Lorelai, Paris, and Rory need. Before they go, Paris beats the delivery guy in a staring contest. Lorelai rocks her yellow polka-dotted bikini. A few days in Orange County, and the girls are ready for their first night of clubing. Rory and Logan have a reunion.
8x04 - Which Way To Turn
Rory's back, and Logan came too. Logan's having second thoughs. Lorelai discusses the human buttox with Rory. Martha's going a little stir crazy since Davey's hurt. Richard may or may not want to go into business with Digger. Davey is mad at Rory. Rory proposes her new paper to Taylor and the town. Lorelai and Paul Anka give Rory a good morning wake-up. Paris is back.
8x02 - It's The First Day On A Brand New Planet
The Gilmore's pay surpries visit to Rory, but to their surprise their also paying it Lorelai. Grandma Gilmore's will is read, leaving Rory amazed. Davey has to get stitches!
8x01 - The Places You Have Come To Fear
The girls are back! We are all ready for them. Rory has to leave, Lorelai has to live without Rory. Luke kiddnaps Lorelai.


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2014 Indoors: Ran at six meets for New Mexico between distances ranging between 400 and 800 meters … First taste of competition came at the Lobo Collegiate Invitational with an 11th-place time of 50.69* in the 400 … Took ninth in the 600 at the Cherry & Silver Invitational (time of 1:21.41) … Ran primarily the 800 for the rest of the season, placing fourth at the New Mexico Team Invitational (1:51.78*), third at the Don Kirby Elite Invitational (1:49.96*) and fourth at the Mountain West Championships (1:50.76*).
2014 Outdoors: Competed six times for the Lobos, largely in the 800 meters with some action in the 4x400 relay … Opened at the Stanford Invitational, with a 12th-place time of 1:50.82 … Took third at the Jim Click Shootout (1:50.83) before improving at the Brutus Hamilton Challenge (second place, 1:50.36) a few weeks later … Won the 800 at the Don Kirby Tailwind Open with a personal-record 1:49.01* … Claimed a photo-finish victory in the 800 at the Mountain West Championships, edging host Wyoming's Harry Fisher at the line with a time of 1:49.86* … Advanced to the NCAA West Preliminary round, finishing with time of 1:53.02 … In the 4x400 relay, helped the men to a win at the Jim Click Shootout and second at the MW Championships.
2013 Indoor: Participated at five meets, mostly in the 800 and 4x400 relay ... Opened at the Lumberjack Team Challenge, placing 14th in the 400 (50.69*) ... Ran to a third-place time in the mile at the Cherry & Silver Invitational (4:09.16*) and a second-place time in the 600 at the New Mexico Classic (1:20.75) ... Claimed second in the 800 at the Don Kirby Elite Invitational, clocking in at 1:51.86* ... Took fourth at the Mountain West Championships, finishign in 1:51.85.
2013 Outdoor: Ran at six meets, almost exclusively in the 800 ... Started the season with a 3:54.73 mark in the 1500 at the Stanford Invitational, his only of the season, placing seventh in his heat ... Competed in five straight 800 after than, including a victory at the Don Kirby Tailwind Invitational (1:50.94*) and a sixth-place showing at the Air Force Triangular (1:55.68*) ... Ran the 800 twice in a pair of California meets, placing 10th at the Beach Invitational (1:52.03) and sixth at the Brutus Hamilton Invitational (1:51.60) ... Claimed fifth at the Mountain West Outdoor Championships, finishing in 1:50.42.
2012 Indoor: Competed at six meets, primarily in the 800 ... Placed top-three in five 800-meter races at four meets, including victories at the Mountain West Indoor Championships, Cherry & Silver Invitational and New Mexico Classic ... Took second in the 800 at the highly-competitive Don Kirby Elite Invitational ... Claimed 13th at the Alex Wilson Invitational at Notre Dame.
2012 Outdoor: Redshirt season, making up for his redshirt indoor season his freshman year in 2010 ... Competed only once, at the New Mexico Tailwind Invitational, placing sixth overall in the 1,500.
2011 Indoor: At the Lobo Open, Aragon notched a 2nd-place finish in the 800 meter run (finishing in 1:51.86), as well as being part of the first-place 4x400 meter relay team ... Finished the 400 meter dash in 49.85s at the Cherry and Silver, good for 14th, while also running with the 4x400 meter relay team, finishing 6th ... At the New Mexico Invite, Aragon won the 800 meter run with a 1:50.30 time while helping the 4x400 meter relay team finish seventh ... Ran a 4:20.91 mile at the New Mexico Classic and Multis, good for tenth ... At the Don Kirby Invitational, finished first in the 800 meter run (1:50:10), while running with the 4x400 meter relay team on route to a 4th-place finish ... Posted a 5th-place finish in the 800m run at the MWC Championships, finishing in 1:51.28 ... Named anNCAA Indoor All-American in track and field (800m leg of the distance medley relay).
2011 Outdoor: Paced the 4x400 meter relay team to a third-place finish at the New Mexico Tailwind Invitiational ... Recorded an 8th-place finish in the 800 meter run at the Brutus Hamilton Invitational, finishing in 1:51.64 ... Placed 7th in the 800 meter run at the MWC Championships in Ft. Collins with a time of 1:51.70 ... Qualified to the West Regional for track in the 800m.
2010 Indoor: Redshirt season ... Competed at four meets, all in Albuquerque ... Ran a season-best time of 1:52.55 time in the 800 at the New Mexico Invitational.
2010 Outdoor: Competed at six meets, including the conference championships ... Opened at the UTEP Springtime Invitational, clocking a 1:53.51 time in the 800 ... Ran a 49.84 time in the 400 at the UTEP Invitational ... Posted a 1:52.38 and a 1:52.87 time in the 800 at the Mt. SAC Relays and Brutus Hamilton Invitational, respectively ... Placed ninth in the 800 at the MWC Championships with a 1:51.29 time, a season-best.
Four-year letterman for Valley HS coach Chuck Clark in track and cross country ... two-year letterman in swimming ... 2008 and 2009 5A 800m State Champion in New Mexico ... Ran school records in the 800m (1:53 time) and 1600m (4:24 time) as a senior in 2009.
Full name is Gabriel Adam Aragon ... Son of Baron, a building maintenance manager, and Yolanda, a retired administrative assistant ... Valley High School's 2009 Graduating Class salutatorian with a 4.52 weighted GPA ... Has maintained a high GPA at UNM ... Hobbies include running and collecting Hotwheel Corvettes ... Majoring in Business (Accounting).
PERSONAL BESTSIndoor
400 meters: 49.85
600 meters: 1:19.35
800 meters: 1:49.37*
Mile: 4:09.16*
• First Team All-American, 2011 (DMR)
* indicates a performance that has been adjusted based on the NCAA altitude conversion protocol
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- Peter Callahan Named First Team Academic All-America
- Callahan Named MW Mens Co-Student-Athlete of the Year
- Women's XC and Track Finishes 14th in Program of the Year Standings
- Men's XC and Track Finishes Program-Best 7th in Program of the Year...


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RIP Jess Franco
This was just brought to my attention.
Another one of the genre greats has passed on.
(and maybe I should have posted this in the Euro horror section, but well....)
Sucks. Francos work is very underrated IMO. Maybe now he will get some more respesct as a director.
Oh no! RIP.
Sad news. Jess Franco was one of the Greats! From Great Horror and Sleaze Classics, he was a fine Director who was often overlooked. I'm proud to say that many of the Movies in Collection are from Franco! He had a style all his own, and watching one of Franco's Films was always an experience. RIP Jess Franco, you will be missed.
Very saddened to wake up to this news this morning. Jesús Franco Manera is, and will always be, my favourite filmmaker. A huge loss to cinema, Franco was an auteur unlike any other, an outsider who lived and breathed filmmaking and would not compromise his commitment to the camera no matter if he had a budget or not. If there is an afterlife of some kind, I hope he's still making movies and is reunited with Soledad and Lina and Howard and everyone else he captured with his lens.
RIP Jesús Franco Manera.
Will have to dust off some Franco flicks this weekend. RIP
Pretty huge loss for the world of cult cinema. He will be missed, but never forgotten.
Maybe its time for me to check out some Franco movies, what are some of his horror ones?
I have a ton of his movies, but the only one I've seen that is revered at all is Virgin Among the Living Dead, which I enjoyed. I really need to watch my DVDs of Vampyros Lesbos. I've seen more of his stinkers, unfortunately. Not enough hours in the day!
I personally own just three of his films, but there's a ton of his films that I still have yet to see.
He has a lot of stinkers, but even in those you kind find some value.
Other than the ones already mentioned Venus in Furs, Diabolical Dr. Z, Succubus, Eugenie... the Story of Her Journey Into Perversion, Eugenie de Sade, Lorna, Female Vampire, Erotic Rites of Frankentsein, and Bloody Moon are some of my Franco favs. There are a bunch others I enjoy, but these are the ones that get the most rotation in my players.
The Awful Dr. Orlof
Blind Target
The Blood of Fu Manchu
The Bloody Judge
Bloody Moon
Bram Stoker's Count Dracula
Broken Dolls
The Castle of Fu Manchi
The Corpse Packs His Bags
Countess Perverse
Daughter of Dracula (Dracula's Daughter)
The Devil Came from Akasava
Devil Hunter
Diabolical Dr. Z
Diamonds of Kilimandjaro
Dr. Orlof's Monster
Dr. Wong
Dracula, Prisoner of Frankenstein (Dracula vs. Frankenstein)
The Erotic Rites of Frankenstein
Female Vampire
Helter Skelter (2000)
Jack the Ripper
Killer Barbys
Killer Barbys vs. Dracula
Kiss Me Monster
Lust for Frankenstein
Lorna the Exorcist
Macumba sexual
The Manhunter
Mansion of the Living Dead
Mari-Cookie and the Killer Tarantula
Night of the Skull
Nightmares Come at Night
Oasis of the Zombies
Red Silk
Revenge in the House of Usher
The Sadistic Baron Von Klaus
Sex Charade
Sexy Sisters
The Sexual Story of O
She Killed in Ecstasy
The Sinister Eyes of Dr. Orlof
The Story of Linda
Vampire Blues
Vampire Junction
Vampyros Lesbos
A Virgin Among the Living Dead
Voodoo Passion
X-312 Flight to Hell
I don't know why people rag on Oasis of the Zombies…I watched the BD a couple of weeks back and really enjoyed it. Sure the acting is terrible, the over dub is hilarious, the lighting is questionable, but there are some fine European women in that flick. It also seems Franco was in an "ass phase" when shooting Oasis because there are some choice shots of a couple of nice derrieres.
Or maybe Oasis just felt like a great film because prior to that I just had finished watching The Sinister Eyes of Dr. Orloff. Eeeesh…definitely not the best film in the Orloff saga.
Very sad news. Following closely on the heals of Lina Romay.
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Rap Songs Music Chart - April 20, 2014
ScHoolboy Q ft. BJ the Chicago Kid - Studio
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Logic - While You Wait
When Logic stepped into the Booth with his last promo single, our own Lucas G. remarked that the Maryland repper had him feeling like Veruca Salt: he wanted the artist's Def Jam debut, and he wanted it Now! If you're feeling...Read More
Asher Roth ft. Major Myjah - Last of the Flohicans
As corny and lame as it may be I love awful, cringe-worthy puns and a good play on words, so it's no wonder I'm a fan of the title of Asher Roth's latest single, Last of the Flohicans. Of course it's gonna take more than a...Read More
Juicy J ft. Chris Brown & Wiz Khalifa - Talkin' Bout
In the wake of last Sunday's Grammy Awards ceremony, everybody's Talkin' Bout Katy Perry and Juicy J's performance of #1 Billboard chart-topper Dark Horse. Granted, most of the conversation revolves around Perry's decision to...Read More
Big Sean - Sanctified
No, you aren't experiencing Déjà vu. This isn't a re-release of Rick Ross' Mastermind standout, Sanctified, but rather an extended version of Big Sean's truncated contribution. Apparently, Sean would like the world to hear...Read More
Big K.R.I.T. ft. A$AP Ferg - Lac Lac
It's Wednesday, and y'all know what that means: another fresh piece of content from Big K.R.I.T.. Follow-up to yesterday's Conscious Effort freestyle, which didn't make it onto our front page, the latest #WEEKofKRIT release...Read More
The Roots ft. Greg Porn - When The People Cheer
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Lupe Fiasco x Ab-Soul - Thorns & Horns
Were you one of the hardcore Lupe Fiasco fans who heaved a sigh of disappointment at the straightforward, radio-ready style of last week's Snitches? Then Thorns & Horns is for you. A loosie released (according to the artist's...Read More
Rick Ross ft. French Montana & Diddy - Nobody
As Biggie put it on a standout off 1997's seminal Life After Death, "You're Nobody till somebody kills you." Rick Ross may be alive and kicking, but he subscribes to the late NYC legend's philosophy. On a(nother) brand...Read More
Nas - It Ain't Hard to Tell (Remix)
Next month, Nas will be celebrating the 20th anniversary of his epochal Illmatic LP with a digital re-release of the album. In addition to the 10 tracks that every hip-hop head knows and loves, this version of the...Read More
A$AP Rocky ft. Gesaffelstein - In Distress
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50 Cent ft. Joe - Big Rich Town
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2 Chainz ft. Skooly - IMA DOG
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Wiz Khalifa - Ziplocc (Weedmix)
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B.o.B - Get It
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Product assortment selection is among the most critical decisions facing retailers: product variety and relevance is a fundamental driver of consumers' purchase decisions and ultimately of a retailer's profitability. In the last couple of decades an increasing number of firms have gained the ability to frequently revisit their assortment decisions during a selling season. In addition, the development and consolidation of online retailing have introduced new levels of operational flexibility, and cheap access to detailed transactional information.
These new operational features present the retailer with both benefits and challenges. The ability to revisit the assortment decision frequently over time allows the retailer to introduce and test new products during the selling season, and adjust on the fly to unexpected changes in consumer preferences, and use customer profile information to customize (in real time) online shopping experience.
Our main objective in this thesis is to formulate and solve assortment optimization models addressing the challenges present in modern retail environments. We begin by analyzing the role of the assortment decision in balancing information collection and revenue maximization, when consumer preferences are initially unknown. By considering utility maximizing consumers, we establish fundamental limits on the performance of any assortment policy whose aim is to maximize long run revenues. In addition, we propose adaptive assortment policies that attain such performance limits. Our results highlight salient features of this dynamic assortment problem that distinguish it from similar problems of sequential decision making under model uncertainty.
Next, we extend the analysis to the case when additional consumer profile information is available; our primary motivation here is the emerging area of online advertisement. As in the previous setup, we identify fundamental performance limits and propose adaptive policies attaining these limits.
Finally, we focus on the effects of competition and consumers' access to information on assortment strategies. In particular, we study competition among retailers when they have access to commonproducts, i.e., products that are available to the competition, and where consumers have full information about the retailers' offerings. Our results shed light on equilibrium properties in such settings and the effect common products have on this behavior.


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Celebrities describe their ghosts of Christmases past
By Luaine Lee, McClatchy-Tribune : December 20, 2012 : Updated: December 21, 2012 11:06am
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Christian Borle, an actor on NBC's new series "Smash," in New York, April 5, 2012. Borle is back on Broadway, after a four-year absence, playing a pirate in "Peter and the Starcatcher," which opens at the Brooks Atkinson Theater April 15.
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KITCHEN NIGHTMARES: Chef Gordon Ramsay hits the road tackling resturants in crisis and exposing the stressful realities of trying to run a successful food business in the new FOX show KITCHEN NIGHTMARES premiering Wednesday, September 19 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.
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NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 12: Oliver Platt attends The Brooks Brothers Hosts Seventh Annual Holiday Celebration To Benefit St Jude Children's Research Hospital on December 12, 2012 in New York City.
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Actress Jennifer Tilly poses on the set of the new CBS sitcom "Out of Practice," in which she plays the role of Crystal, Sept. 6, 2005 in Los Angeles.
As we come closer to Christmas, it isn't always the holiday we remember. Sometimes it's something triggered by the season.
For Scott Bakula ("Men of a Certain Age") it was his first performance at Christmastime that gave him the idea to become an actor.
"I was in the seventh grade. I did a big, huge production of a Christmas operetta called 'Amahl and the Night Visitors,' and I was Amahl," he recalls. "And it was just a magical kind of time. The show itself is a great show, and I was a kid working with all the adults. So that was really exciting."
Christian Borle ("Smash") snagged his first "acting" job in New York at Macy's as Swifty the Elf in Santa Land. "It was really a beautiful place to work, actually," he says.
"The people who run Santa Land are dedicated, lovely people; it was really a great, crazy experience. The one dictum when you get that job is that you have to stay through New Year's, because what they get is people who come and work through Christmas Eve and quit to go home to their family. So if you quit before New Year's Day, you are pink-listed; you can never work there again. And I got pink-listed."
He was pink-listed because he'd landed a paying acting gig.
A series of unfortunate events at Christmastime marked a turning point for Jennifer Tilly ("Liar Liar"). Her car broke down in a rainstorm and she had to spend the night with friends.
"I was lying on the sofa and heard them talking about me. They were saying, 'Poor Jennifer, what's she going to do?' One of them said, 'When she goes home for Christmas she's not coming back.' That was a really low point in my life," she says. "I'd been here four years and never got a paying job in the theater. I went home and my grandmother was sick and everyone was saying, 'Jennifer should take care of grandmother because she's never going to make it as an actress.' I thought, 'No, I'm going to show everybody.' I went back to L.A. ... Then I got an agent and within a month I had a recurring role on a series. Then I got my own series and my career took off after that."
Though he had only one line, it was a Christmas pageant at school that set Oliver Platt ("The Big C") on his way to acting.
"The whole auditorium went totally nuts," he recalls. "When you're an insecure, screwed-up kid who doesn't know anybody and that happens to you, you go, 'Oh, I'll have some more of this. This is really fun.' On a deeper psychological level you think it nurtures you. But the fact of the matter is, it's just fun. It's really fun to be with a group of people and have them respond."
For singer Nick Lachey, it was his Christmas performance at the nation's capital.
"One that really sticks out to me was when I was in 98 Degrees and we had a chance to do the 'Christmas at the White House' special when President Clinton was in office and a chance to sing 'Ave Maria.' We had a great a cappella rendition of 'Ave Maria' ... so that stands out as probably one of the most exciting."
Comedian Rita Rudner found her future husband, British producer Martin Bergman, at Christmastime.
"One day he hired me to do a show in Australia, and he'd broken up with his girlfriend, and she'd gone back to England. And I'd broken up with my boyfriend in New York. So there I was 'Christmastime in Australia' and I moved in, and I didn't move out. That was it."
Fred Weller ("In Plain Sight") was only 6 when his Christmas foretold his future.
"When I was in kindergarten I was in the Christmas play. I sang 'I Ain't Getting Nothing for Christmas.' All the other kids were nervous. And I wasn't. And all the older girls in the school kept coming up to me and telling me how good I was. So I guess it just seemed like a way to get girls," he says. "I just always liked make-believe. It seemed like make-believe was better than reality, so that was a good way to make a living if you can."
Chef Gordon Ramsay ("Hell's Kitchen") recalls feeding men and women in the military as a high point.
"I've been to Afghanistan, and I've been out, cooking for the Marines ... for a thousand of them, U.S. and the U.K., and the atmosphere was electric. The banter was phenomenal," he recalls, "and to go and change their view and give them something that they deserve in terms of a decent meal on Christmas Eve was a dream come true!"


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TARZANA, Calif. - The Cal State Northridge women's golf team carded a final round 315 on Tuesday to finish in 14th-place at the Bruin Wave Invitational at El Caballero C.C.
Playing in a 17-team field chock full of several of the top collegiate teams on the west coast, the Matadors improved each round going from 16th to 15th to finally 14th. The tournament was nearly a home tournament for CSUN as it took place right around the corner in Tarzana.
Senior Clariss Guce was the Matadors' top finisher as she tied for 31st, six spots better than she finished Monday's 36 holes. Guce wound up posting rounds of 78-76-77 to finish at 15-over 231.
Cesilie Hagen also moved up on Tuesday as she fired a final round 78 to finish with rounds of 79-80-78. Hagen tied for 49th at 21-over 237. Arinda Bhanaraksa carded her first round in the 70's on Tuesday which followed up rounds of 84-80 as she finished at 27-over 243.
Sharon Shin opened the day tied for 70th and finished in the same spot after posting scores of 85-78-83 which left her at 30-over 246. Elisabeth Haavardsholm rounded out the Matador scoring as she tied for 73rd at 31-over 247 with rounds of 81-85-81.
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Ladybug is now the official North Dakota state insectNorth Dakota Gov. Jack Dalrymple signed a bill Tuesday designating the Convergent Lady Beetle, commonly known as the ladybug, as the official state insect. Open the article to see reporter Teri Finneman's video report on the ladybug signing.
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BISMARCK - North Dakota Gov. Jack Dalrymple today signed House Bill 1219 into law.
It designates the Convergent Lady Beetle, commonly known as the ladybug, as the official state insect. The Governor signed the bill during a ceremony at the state Capitol. He was joined by legislators and second grade students from Kenmare Elementary School, who were instrumental in passing the legislation.
According to a news release from the governor's office:
The students from Tamara McNeiley's enrichment class were studying ladybugs and learned that 42 states had a state insect, but that North Dakota did not. As part of their project, they researched the ladybug and initiated the legislation designating the ladybug as the state's official insect. The students testified before the House and Senate Political Subdivisions committees in support of the legislation.
"This legislation not only designates an official insect for our state, but also exemplifies the importance of having a voice and how each of us has the ability to affect change and have an impact on our state," Dalrymple said. "These students and their teacher, Mrs. McNeiley, represent the outstanding work that is going on in classrooms across our state, work that is instilling in our young people the skills and values to be tomorrow's leaders."
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Learn about Marquette's study abroad programs at the bi-annual study abroad fair. Attend the fall fair which highlights all of Marquette's programs, or attend the spring fair to explore your summer options and learn about new summer faculty-led programs.
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Following the study abroad fair each semester, OIE holds information sessions covering specific programs within a geographical region. These sessions are led by study abroad coordinators, faculty leaders and program alumni. The complete schedule of information sessions is below.
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Your Olympic Neighbourhood this week is…The Downtown East Side (with special appearances by Chinatown and Gastown)!
As a key media outlet for the 2010 Olympics, the Daily Gumboot is excited to bring you our "Olympics Neighbourhood" segment. Here's how it works: each week, Managing Editor, Kurt Heinrich, and Editor-in-Chief, John will profile a different Vancouver neighbourhood with a specific focus on things that might interest out-of-town visitors who arrive in The Couve for the Olympics. We will do this between now and the 2010 Olympic Games in Vancouver and the story will be told be the Gumboot's editors asking and answering the five questions below. These are the straight goods that you can't get from VANOC, the Ministry of Tourism or the City of Vancouver. Let's get to it!
1. Where is this neighbourhood exactly and how do I get there?
JOHN: Well, I will once again leave it to Kurt to create and deliver an amazing Googlemap. This neighbourhood is part of the "Olympic Corridor," so you will be walking to it, my tourist friends. As mentioned in the video, many a tourist has aimlessly wandered or bicycled into "Canada's poorest postal code" while trying to navigate their way from Gastown to historic Chinatown. Many tourism bloggers will tell you to be wary of such misadventures. We say "explore all communities" and "talk to strangers" here at the Daily Gumboot; just be sure to bring common sense along during your exploration.
KURT: Here's the map. The big red icon (surprise, surprise) shows roughly where the neighbourhood is.
2. Why should a tourist/traveler be interested in it?
JOHN: Well, there are a lot of problems in the Downtown East Side; addiction, abuse, poverty, neglect, violence, and injustice are right out in the open. In spite of many political and business leaders' best efforts to "clean up" the DTES before the Olympics, the homeless remain in this neighbourhood. And so does hope. Believe it or not, a lot of good people do a lot of good things in this neighbourhood. From Tradeworks, a woodworking cooperative, to United We Can, a collection of social enterprises that create employment for disadvantaged folks, to the Potluck Cafe, see the video, the DTES possesses some fantastic stories of human innovation. Look. Go to the West End, Yaletown and Kits and strike up a conversation. Then go to the Downtown East Side and have a chat with a local. Which conversation is more interesting and memorable? Yeah…that's what I thought.
KURT: There are also a lot of terrific places to see. Some of Vancouver's best heritage sites exist in the Gastown area (right next to the DTES). There you can see dozens of turn of the century (and older) buildings. The brick buildings with wood ceiling beams are fascinating to see and not duplicated anywhere else in the city.
3. What good and/or unique things are there to eat?
JOHN: Chinatown is full of unique things, such as duck, which is a favourite of my editorial partner, Kurt Heinrich. With the delicious restaurants of Gastown just a stroll away, you will be in position for good eating.
KURT: Good places to check out include Nuba (for healthy middle eastern and Mediterranean food), the Potluck Cafe (mentioned in our video), the Carnegie Cafeteria (if you're all tapped out after paying thousands for Olympic tickets and want to buy a meal for just 2 bucks), the Cambie (great for burgers and really cheap beer), and Hons (a Chinese cuisine experience like no other).
4. What can I do for fun in this neighbourhood?
JOHN: People watching is always a good bet. Many Canadians affiliate altruism with fun, so lending a hand and helping out at one of these fine establishments would certainly add an interesting and meaningful chapter to your Olympic visit. I also highly recommend taking in some kind of performance at the Firehall Arts Centre (if you have time you can check out the Vancouver Police Museum, too). And, if you're lucky, you will be in the 'hood on a day when the Portland FC street soccer team is playing a game.
5. What are your three favourite things about the Downtown East Side?
1. Holy crap, this is hard. I will forgo one answer to just say that, in the eyes of the world, what does it say when a country as rich as Canada lets people become marginalized in such a way? It doesn't say much. And we can do better. We must do better.
2. Bus rides on the Number 20. A return trip on the last bus to my neighbourhood, Commercial Drive, from Downtown is, well, an experience. I've had my fortune told. Been asked to sell my girlfriend. Intervened in what was possibly a gang fight. Held a baby. Sang carols. Debated the meaning of life. Been educated about micro-lending and community currencies. And had my hair brushed. If you really value personal space, perhaps take a cab.
3. The DTES Bazaar. Nice try, Marrakesh, but Vancouver has a pretty darn good street bazaar where you can find all kinds of stuff – sure, mostly none of it is obtained legitimately and the whole bartering economy serves to provide temporary fixes for people who are holding on to some sort of life by the skin of their grubby and malnourished fingertips. Or something less dramatic. Besides, where else in Vancouver can you come across this delightful – and possibly not hypothetical – scene?
DTES BAZAAR WHOLESALER: Anyone want to buy a bike? Nice bike here. Good price.
DISTRESSED TOURIST: Hey! That's my bike!
DTES BAZAAR WHOLESALER: No. No it's not. It's my bike. But I'm selling. Wanna buy it?
DISTRESSED TOURIST: I've had this bike for three years. My wife and I rode over from Victoria yesterday. I left it for a few minutes outside while I went into a grocery store to buy some fruit. That scratch – right there – that happened riding the Galloping Goose trail in Saanich! It's mine!
DTES BAZAAR WHOLESALER: No, that didn't happen. And these two guys say that it's my bike.
FIRST BAZAAR BYSTANDER: Yeah, it's his bike.
SECOND BAZAAR BYSTANDER: He rides it all the time. I seen it.
DTES BAZAAR WHOLESALER: So, do we have a deal?
[and scene]
So there it is. In 2006, when I landed at the airport in Nairobi, a gentleman named Mohammad gave me some good advice; he called it the Two Rules of Africa: "never underestimate peoples' kindness and don't trust anybody." The same might apply for your visit to this Olympic Neighbourhood, too.


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Draft resolution on Article 29 of C.R.P.D. tabled by Mexico and New Zealand
D.N.I.S. News Network, India: At the 19th Session of the Human Rights Council in February 2012, Mexico and New Zealand tabled a draft resolution on Participation in Political and Public Life by Persons with Disabilities on Article 29 of United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (C.R.P.D.). It is expected that this resolution will be adopted soon.
The resolution recalls that according to C.R.P.D., exclusion and restriction of political rights on the basis of disability constitutes discrimination, and calls for a series of measures to ensure that people with disabilities enjoy the right to participate in political and public life, including recognising legal capacity on an equal basis with others and providing the support that persons with disabilities may require to exercise it.
The resolution expresses deep concern that people with disabilities around the world continue to be denied these rights and calls on States Parties to the C.R.P.D. to ensure that persons with disabilities can effectively and fully participate in political and public life on an equal basis with others, including the right and opportunity for persons with disabilities to vote and be elected, and to participate in the conduct of public affairs.
It calls upon States Parties to consult closely with and actively involve persons with disabilities in adopting and implementing relevant measures. It encourages all stakeholders to keep in mind universal design and calls for international cooperation to support national efforts to enhance enjoyment of political rights by persons with disabilities on an equal basis with others, such as by facilitating the use of assistive and new technologies relevant to participation in political and public life.
The resolution recognises the interdependence of Article 29 with other Articles of C.R.P.D. and emphasises that States must recognise legal capacity and the right to participation in the community on an equal basis with others.
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Chocolate has far reaching consequences. It all starts with the cacao tree. The general rule is to stay within 20 degrees north and south of the equator for ideal climate. Seventy percent of the world's cacao is grown in West Africa, and the overall amount produced is increasing yearly to keep up with growing global demand. The world map below is an interpretation of global cacao production data (in tons) released by FAOSTAT dating back to 1961.
...changing in America.
Over the last 6 years, the United States has become home to dozens of new bean-to-bar chocolate makers (also known as craft chocolate). These are the small producers (less than 250 tons annually) that are pushing the envelope of what chocolate can be; reintroducing and redefining a flavor that has been dominated by large producers such as Hershey's and Cadbury. Craft chocolate makers are taking root along the West Coast and in the Northeast, but also making homes in regions throughout the United States. The interactive map below is based off of data independently gathered from chocolate makers by Bar & Bean, and presents the growing influence of craft chocolate in America. All numbers are those reported by individual makers.
...becoming chocolate again.
Mass-market chocolate represents a series of trade-offs for low-cost, yield, and consistency. As a result, the bare minimum mark is met to classify a product as chocolate. The FDA mandates that milk chocolate need only be 10% actual chocolate. The consequence is hardly much chocolate at all. Craft chocolate makers are far exceeding FDA minimum standards in a pursuit of flavor. The visual comparison above is an artistic interpretation of the breakdown of Hershey's milk chocolate versus a Craft milk chocolate, respectively (dark chocolates have a much higher percentage of cacao).
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Smith Named Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week
IRVING, Texas - Lache Seastrunk (Baylor), Geno Smith (West Virginia), Eddie Lackey (Baylor) and Tress Way (Oklahoma) have been chosen the season's final Big 12 Football Players of the Week, as selected by a media panel. Smith and Seastrunk shared the offensive honor. It was the third award for Smith and first for Seastrunk. Lackey claimed the defensive category for the second consecutive week while Way was recognized for special teams honors for the second time in his career.
Big 12 Offensive Co-Players of the Week
Lache Seastrunk, Baylor, RB, So, Temple, Texas
Lache Seastrunk rushed 16 times for 178 yards and a touchdown in Baylor's 41-34 win over No. 23 Oklahoma State. He scored BU's final touchdown on a 76-yard run to clinch the victory with 5:11 remaining in the fourth quarter. The sophomore averaged 11.1 yards per carry and has rushed for over 100 yards in three straight games and in four of the last five games.
Geno Smith, West Virginia, QB, Sr, Miami, Fla.
Geno Smith completed 23-of-24 passes for 407 yards and three touchdowns in West Virginia's 59-10 victory against Kansas. He set the WVU consecutive pass completions record with 21, spanning the first through fourth quarters, breaking the Big 12 record of 20 previously held by Chase Daniel in 2008. Smith's completion percentage of 95.8 tied the NCAA record (min. 20 attempts) and also set a Conference mark.
Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week
Eddie Lackey, Baylor, Jr, LB, Murrieta, Calif.
Eddie Lackey made a career-high 15 tackles and picked off a pass in Baylor's win over OSU. His 12 solo tackles were also a career-best. Lackey returned the interception 26 yards for a touchdown to give the Bears their first lead of the game, which they did not relinquish. He has a team-leading four interceptions this season, including three over the last two games.
Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Week
Tress Way, Oklahoma, P, Sr, Tulsa, Okla.
Tress Way averaged 49.3 yards on his seven punts in Oklahoma's 24-17 win over TCU. Two of his kicks landed inside TCU's 20-yard line. Way booted a 75-yarder in the third quarter, which was his season-long and the third-longest of his career. It was his fifth career punt to travel at least 70 yards.
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