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Have you ever found yourself dating someone that you have so much interest in; only to find out they're just a dreamer? What do you do? Can you handle it when they constantly live off by what they wish to be rather than achieving the dream? Is your time & money (if applicable) wasted on such a person?
Well; that all depends on YOU. When you're dating a person whose only means of financial income is all the savings they have in the bank to pursue their dreams. This should be a warning signal. It is harsh to put a label on such relationships but is the truth. If the honesty is there between the two of you it's up to the one who is financially & career set to make that decision.
All can be great as far as communication, common interests, laughter & possibly intimacy. Under certain circumstances some couples prepare for this when they're already living together. One partner will pick up all the financial aspect of the relationship while the other finishes college or some type of trade. It can also be vice versa when the other is finished & earning that income doing what they set out to achieve in life.
Is this acceptable when you're dating? Or should you cut your losses & run when you see a middle aged person trying to fulfill "a dream?" Don't get me wrong having a dream for you is the most wonderful feeling in the world; achieving it; is a whole entire different experience. I personally would NEVER advise anyone to give up on their dreams. Only, to stay focused, work hard & make them a reality; whatever the dream is.
However when you've reached a certain age & have nothing set for yourself, single, alone & pinching every penny. You still haven't set any kind of goals for yourself; you should take into consideration that it would not be fair of you to date someone who is already stable. Should the dating partner choose to be in a relationship with a dreamer then that person should never complain about always picking up the tab or how unfocused & tired they've become of that person and their dreams.
If you feel that you're not able to be in such a relationship, get out while you can or don't even begin. At the end of the day the only one that is going to lose will be you after giving so much of yourself to someone who will just be a dreamer.
Now; if the both of you are on the same page & you see progress from the person. Reaching the goals they've set for themselves in a timely manner. Going out there still trying to making ends meet, out on a daily hustle & still working to reach that dream of theirs; your answer is right there. You have been dating an achiever.
Never sell yourself short, never feel that there is no better for you, and never give up you & your dream to be happy. Simply make sure to understand & accept which one you choose to date; the achiever or a dreamer.


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Motorola ATRIX 4G May be Launching Feb 22, 2 Weeks Ahead of Schedule
There's not a lot of confirmed information here, but a leaked memo to customer care representatives appears to reveal a new updated launch day for the Motorola ATRIX 4G. Even though pre-orders are currently taking place, the anticipated launch date wasn't supposed to be until March 6, but the memo indicates this has changed and the ATRIX will be available starting Feb 22, a full 2 weeks ahead of schedule.
This could simply be a rumor or a made-up memo. Or, even if true, it could just mean that customers who pre-order will get on Feb 22 before the rest of the general public gets a chance to buy it on March 6. But that does seem like a rather huge gap of time between pre-orders and public purchase.
Or, it could be true and Motorola is trying to bump up the date in order to better compete with the HTC Thunderbolt, Samsung Galaxy S 4G and Inspire 4G all launching roughly around the same time (though Inspire 4G is already available on AT&T).
Pricewise, there are no changes: continue expecting the $199 price point before throwing in any of the additional accessories like laptop dock to make the total $499.

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March 29, 2011
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The No. 20 ranked Cats head to
This regional competition will be one of the toughest in the nation, as each team is loaded with high RQS scores and a lot of talent.
"I feel like we are in a good spot for this week's competition as long as our physical condition – both illness and injury wise – cooperates," Ryden said.
One of
"Sprains take a long time to heal. I have to judge whether it is more beneficial to the team to have Molly compete at less than 100 % vs. have someone else compete at 100%. This is definitely the big dilemma of the week," Ryden said.
Someone who may be able to pick up that slack is junior Deanna Graham. As a now two-time All Pac-10 First Team All-Around competitor, Graham may be just what the Cats need to score this meet.
"When Deanna is on, she is one of the best gymnasts in the country. She's motivated to be this way, and she puts in a huge amount of heart and effort. In practice she's been doing really well, so we will see how it goes this weekend," Ryden said.
Another consistent contributor to the team is junior Katie Matusik. Matusik has been this year's team beam leader, posting a high score of 9.925 on the event, as well as numerous other scores at or above 9.800.
"Katie is having a great year. It is just a testament to her hard work and perseverance. I'm sure she will have a great meet. There is no doubt she is willing to do whatever is necessary to help the team be the best we can be," Ryden said.
The team has had successful practices in recent days, and if their performance in competition is anything like this past week in the gym they should be set for success at the championships.
"One thing we want is to be able to walk away and be satisfied that we did our best. I think we should be very capable of doing that this weekend," Ryden said.
Last Week:
Highlights of the meet included Matusik posting her third score of 9.90 (or better) on balance beam, senior Miranda Russell earning third on bars with a 9.850, and a new season high vault score of 49.200.
Upon the completion of the meet,
Cats in the Pac:
Three Cats have been named to the All-Pac 10 Conference teams. Graham and Cristello were named to the first team for all-around competition, and Matusik earned the first place position on the first beam team.
Other conference recognitions this season: Katie Matusik (Special Performance of the Week Feb. 21 - 27) Deanna Graham (Gymnast of the Week Feb. 7 – 13, and Mar. 7-13), Aubree Cristello(Gymnast of the Week Jan. 31-Feb.6), and Miranda Russell (Special Performance of the Week Jan. 24-30).
Questions for Coach:
Each week, head gymnastics coach Bill Ryden sits down to talk with us to analyze the previous week's meet. This Coach's Show is available for free via the All-Access tab on the website.
This season Ryden is entertaining questions from the public. If you have any questions you would like to ask Coach Ryden - from the type of grips the girl's like to use to different coaching decisions - e-mail them to the gymnastics SID Valery Meusburger at email@example.com. Then, watch for your questions in the weekly Coach's Show!
2010 Review:
The Wildcats completed the 2010 season with an overall record of 12-12 and were able to make their 24th consecutive NCAA post-season appearance. Finishing fourth at the Pac-10 Championships, and third at the NCAA Regional Championships,
Other break out performances included then freshmen Aubree Cristello and Molly Quirk.
Cristello earned her place as one of the Wildcats' most consistent gymnasts; competing 12 out of 13 meets in the all-around, and hitting 49 of 51 total routines. Cristello also earned Pac-10 1st team All-Conference Honors for the all-around, with a career best score of 39.175.
Quirk rose to the challenge of becoming beam star, earning a score of 9.90 against Washington, and posting seven scores of 9.80 or above on the event. Hitting 51 of 52 routines competed as well as a high all-around score of 39.100, Quirk was yet another Wildcat to be honored with a spot on the Pac-10 All-Conference 1st team.
Look Out for New GymCats:
Arizona added a number of new faces this season, including Barbara Donaldson out of Bakersfield, Calif., Chelsea Perna hailing from Middletown, Del., Phoenix native Shana Sangston, Ali Stakem from Gaithersburg, Md., and Jordan Williams from Rancho Cucamonga, Calif.
Pre-season Rankings:
The Arizona Gymcats head into the season ranked No. 19 in the 2010 Women's Pre-Season Coaches poll. They are one of six Pac-10 schools to be rated. The others include No. 1 UCLA, No. 6 Stanford, No. 8 Oregon State, No. 21 Washington, and No. 25 Arizona State.
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Ryden's Record:
Head Coach Bill Ryden earned a total record of 175-171-3 after the Pac-10 Championships.
What's Coming Up:
The Wildcats have a chance to earn a spot at the NCAA National Championships, depending on their performance this week at the NCAA Regional Championships.


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Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are raising good travelers. The actress says that her young celebrity kids like to travel so much that when they get news the celebrity couple is taking a trip and plans to bring the family along with them that they actually pack their own luggage and line up at the door to go with their famous mom and dad.
Extra TV was one entertainment news source that reported on the celeb couple's children having a penchant for travel. They write, "The actress said the kids love to travel. [During an exclusive celebrity interview, Angelina Jolie told us], "When we say we're going somewhere, they pack their own bags. They are the first ones lined up at the door."
Angie went on to say, "They [the Brangelina kids] love [traveling], thank God, because that's what they're stuck with. They are great travelers. They love it."
Jolie also explained that she and Brad Pitt's celebrity kids are learning second and third languages that should help them travel more confidently alone once they mature.
"They're all learning French, that's their second language. But a few of them have begun to learn their native language. Pax speaks Vietnamese, Maddox is learning a little Khmer and we're working on Zahara..." said Jolie.
But there is a down side to having children who are fluent in more languages than you are, she added, laughing.
"Then they're going to be able to hide a lot from mommy and daddy."
What do you think? Are Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie helping or hurting their children by bringing them along on their world travel excursions as part of their home school curriculum?
Let other readers know your thoughts about children traveling in the comments section below.
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Angus Beef Burger at Baxter's Burgers
Few things inspire more cravings than a sizzling hot juicy hamburger fresh off of the grill. Add a freshly baked warm bun, a large variety of toppings, and hand-cut crispy French fries and you've got the perfect meal. That's what happens when you go to Baxter's Burgers in Keansburg, NJ, the heart of the Jersey Shore and New Jersey's oldest continually operated amusement park, which was opened in 1905. When you walk into Baxter's, which opened in a 100+ year old building, you can literally feel the history around you. From the original tin roof to the brick walls and the wide open floor plan, it truly is a nostalgic experience. Pick as many toppings as you'd like, literally dozens to choose from and hundreds of combinations and you're ready for that first bite. The Beef: 6oz fresh made Angus beef. The Cheese: A wide variety of fresh sliced real cheese. The Bun: Fresh baked and delivered daily.
The Elevation Burger, Evelvation Burger, New Jersey
367 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ 07042, United States
The burger was ok but the beef was amazing The presentation was Ok and the size is good Didn't like the ships!
Po boy burger at Urban bistro
Urban Bistro, Dubai Media City, Dubai
Can a chicken burger be a burger? Its an old age question that has been asked from generation to generation and no one can answer correctly. When I saw this on the menu, I was not impressed. The name does not say much and to be honest, it was competing with a Wagu burger on the same menu. But then I thought at 52 AED, this is worth a try. When it came, at first site it was impressive. With sweet potatoe fries on the side, I liked that, I like that a lot. Then the taste test came. It was not bad, but its not something I will remember. However it did answer that original question. Can a chicken burger be a burger? No not it cant. Dont blame the chicken. Its not its fault. Its just the way it is.
The Classic Burger at The Meat co.
The Meat Co., Madinate Jumeriah, Dubai
You know when you can't remember the last time you were ill, Or the last time you sneezed or the last time you did something really mundane. Well I cant remember this burger. I can't. I don't think I am at fault here. I went to a place that calls itself the meat company, so in theroy they should be knocking this out of the park. They did not. Presentation was good and the crispy onions were ok, I will give them that. However thats where it ended. Also at that price-point, you better make it worth my while. Such a shame.
The burger
jones the grocer, Al Manara, Dubai (See map)
Jones the grocer is now one of the best casual food venues around. It well known for its cakes, coffees and man other things. The menu reads like a baseball team of all stars. Could they do to the burger any real justice since there are better establishments out there that can do better. Lets start from the beginning. Burger came on a wooden block with the bun glistening in the light. The chips were in a separate bowl and medium cut. Perfectly salted. The tomato ketchup came in a separate dish which completed the picture. It was juicy, succulent and light. For 55 AED not bad at all. The only thing that let it down was that it had to end.
BUNLESS WAGYU SIGNATURE BURGER at West 14th, Palm, Dubai
I remember when I was a child and my mother used to dress me up in clothes I hated. I think the same has happened with this burger. It seems that the chef has gone to town on it and just wanted to put his own style regardless of what the burger wanted. So let me talk you through the spectacle, poached egg covered in bread crumbs, on blue cheese, prime beef, on 3 chunky chips, with a bbq dressing. However, I have to say the combination was quite spectacular. Seriously. I was amazed at the combination of flavours that just worked superbly together. I am still on the fence about whether a bunless burger is a burger, but the chef has certainly done his homework and produced a brilliant dish.
Kcal Burger, Healthy fast food
Healthy fast food? I had to eat it to believe it. A burger under 300 calories does not seem right. However, I think the Kcal gang have a theory, 'If you're going to be bad, then be good at it'. It was beast of a burger, using a whole wheat bun and under 6% fat, well, what can you say. The one thing that it was lacking was a tasty sauce. It needed it. It wanted it. I think that it would have pushed the calorie figures up, but it would have been worth it. Another thing it lacked was the order of side fries. Again that would have pushed it the C count too high. Would I order it again? Yes. Would I tell people about it? Yes. Nuff said.
The Obama Burger at Uncle Mike's BBQ of Wanaka, Wanaka, New Zealand
Wanaka gave us the option of sinking our teeth into an 'Obama Burger'… "What IS this burger you speak of?" I hear you ask. Well, unbeknown to me Obama is in fact from Hawaii. And so, bob's your uncle, slap in a bit of pineapple and we've got a burger fit for a king ( or president )... Apparently. After cynically laughing at the name I sank my teeth into the president's doughy meaty cheeks, and to my surprise… If it wasn't one of the best burgers I've ever had. A bit of a turn up for the books that one. I can fully recommend* you get yerself a Medium Rare Barak Burger should you ever find yourself gracing the shores of Wanaka Lake. Your belly will thank you. * Since i originally wrote this we eargerly returned to Wanaka for more presidential meatiness only to find Uncle Mike's rent had been hiked up, and forced to close! Oh no! The Obama Burger passes now into the realm of Legend..... Is it myth ? Or is it meat ?
The Cape Hurricane Burger
Jimbo's Restaurant, Cape Coral, Florida, USA
Jimbo's is a diner style waterfront restaurant in Cape Coral, Fl. Last year, we extended our Specialty Burger menu to over 50, including one called "The Cape Hurricane Platter". It incorporates 3 Black Angus Burger 8 oz. patties between 4 slices Texas Garlic Toast with American, Cheddar & Mozzarella Cheese Layers (1 Per Burger) plus fresh-cut onion rings on each layer + Lettuce & Tomato. Served with 1 Lb Basket of Fries
Fuel basic, Burger fuel, JBR, Dubai
BurgerFuel, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai
When you walk into burger fuel, its like walking into the mothership of burgers. Not only have they got the burger combinations spot on, but even the way you hold them, they way they are cut and the side sauces are just right. I am trying to think of negative, service, location, produce, but nothing. Absolutely nothing can be criticised here. Damn! keep it it fuelers!


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When boys & girls get together & do the mattress mambo you know that dance will be carnal and corruption will be close behind. How corrupt can sex really be if one enjoys it as much as these couples enjoy it! They explore positions & postures that can only be seen & not described. They suck, they fuck, they gyrate & penetrate. They make it, they shake it, they break it & they partake of it. It is carnal & it is corrupt. Ergo - Carnal Corruption.
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In Australia the men of the Walibri tribe greet each other by shaking penises rather than hands.
In Northern Uganda the Caramoja tribe ties weights to their penis's in order to make them longer.
In the New Hebrides Islands the Mambas wrap their penis's in yards of cloth to make them look a foot and a half long.
In the USA every year 11,000 Americans injure themselves while trying out unusual sexual positions.
In some Middle Eastern countries tickling was outlawed because it was thought to be an aphrodisiac.
The ancient Greeks believed that the womb had two compartments, one for girls and one for boys. They also believed that if a couple had sex while the wind was blowing from the North they would have a boy and from the South would be a girl.
In Nigeria people believe that if a man is hit with a broom he will become impotent unless he retaliates 7 times with the same broom.
In Australia scotch tape used to be known as Durex!
Marigold rubber gloves are made with the same production technique as a condom.
TCP was invented to combat venereal disease.
In Tokyo, Japan, the head office of contraceptive manufacturer, Fuji Latex, is built in the shape of a condom.
If the Barbie doll was lifesize she would have 39in breasts.
Ancient artists would quite often paint scenes of nudity and sex but they would never depict a naked foot.
Male racoons are the only mammals on earth that have a bone in their penis.
A male rhinocerous often remains mounted on a female for over an hour, ejaculating every 10 minutes.
Chimpanzees have been known to engage in group sex.
Human birth control pills work on gorillas.
A pig's orgasm lasts for 30 minutes and can contain up to a pint of semen.
Snails kiss before they begin mating. They mate just once in their entire lifetime.
Some lions mate 50 times a day.
During mating the male garter snake seals up the females sexual opening with a plug made from kidney secretions. This acts as a chastity belt.
Male geese sometimes form homosexual tendencies.
Eagles can have sex while they are flying at 60 mph. They often hit the ground before they have finished.
Penguins only have sex twice a year.
Captured male dolphins masturbate regularly even when there are female dolphins present.
Apart from humans dolphins are the only other species which has sex for pleasure.
A whale's penis is called a Dork and can be up to 10 feet long.
Stick insects have been known to have sex for 79 days at a time.
Male bees die after mating with the queen bee and their penis's break off.
In Denmark some restaurants offer after-dinner condoms instead of after dinner mints to encourage contraception.
During the Middle Ages chicken soup was thought to be an aphrodisiac.
Bear's paws, alligator, curried fruit bat, rattlesnakes and termites are all considered to be aphrodisiacs.
In 1979 an inventor made "The Loving Bra" which contained tiny electronic circuits which signalled whether a woman was safe to have sex or not. It had lights which signalled whether having sex would result in a pregnancy.
On average it takes about a mere two minutes for humans to have sexual intercourse.
100 million acts of sexual intercourse take place throughout the world everyday.
On average most men have about 75 erections while they are asleep.
Erotic sensations travel from the skin to the brain at about 156 miles per hour.
On average a man will ejaculate semen 7,200 times in his lifetime, 2,000 of which will be through masturbation.
During an average lifetime a man will produce about 14 gallons of semen.
The speed of a male ejaculation is about 28 miles per hour.
Sex burns 360 calories per hour.
The men of ancient Egypt used to rub crocodile dung into their penis's because they thought it would make them bigger.
A birth control campaign in Egypt during the 1970's was a disaster when the village women preferred to wear the Pill in a locket as a talisman.
The very first contraceptive diaphragm consisted of half an orange rind.
On average it would take a couple over four years to try every one of the 529 positions in the Kama Sutra.
In Michigan man came into ER with lacerations to his penis. He complained that his wife had "A rat in her pussy" and it bit him during sex. After an examination of his wife, it was revealed that she had a surgical needle left inside her after a recent hysterectomy.
A Cambridge man hobbled into casualty complaining of a permanent erection. He explained to doctors that while he was on holiday in Cuba he frequented many brothels and in one he was given some erectile cream to keep him hard. He was told to use it sparingly. However, since he was having such a good time, he kept using more and more.
By the time he came to casualty all the blood vessels in his penis were swollen and his testicles had ballooned in size. Doctors could do nothing for him except prescribe painkillers and told him that it would return to it's flaccidity in a few days.
They also told him to enjoy his erection while it lasted because it was going to be his last one!
A 64 year old woman with colon cancer kept returning to hospital with an infection around her stoma (The hole where the tube from her colostomy bag is inserted).There was also a mysterious whitish ooze emanating from it.
After eventually inquiring about her private life the doctors found out that she had led an active sex life. She told them, "When me and my husband are feeling really energetic, my husband gets his kicks out of removing the bag and having sex with my stomach!"
In Kentucky, USA, a woman complained of a purple discharge from her vagina. She thought it might have something to do with the diaphragm that her doctor had recently given to her.
"I followed all the instructions, to the letter" said the woman, "and used it with the jelly."
When asked what kind of jelly she used she replied, "Grape."
Prostitute, Angela Marshall, has taken art to a new level by refusing to paint anyone who doesn't have sex with her. She only uses red lipstick and charges a specific fee for each piece.
A small picture is £25 plus oral sex, a medium picture is £50 plus full sex and a large picture is £75 and something kinky.
In Tacoma, Washington, USA, the County Coroner was fired after he was found to be encouraging his co-workers to take and circulate photos of the genitals of deceased local celebrities.
In Australia, Thomas Borkman, a foot fetishist with an extremely large penis, sneaked into the apartment of a woman and superglued his own face to the sole of the woman's foot while she was sleeping. It eventually took surgeons three hours to separate the pair, after which Borkman was instantly arrested.
In Crete, Greece, a young bride took her friends for a pre-nuptial party at her new house. When the bride and her friends walked into the house there was her husband wearing the wedding gown and screwing the best man up the arse. The young bride required hospital treatment after the shock.
In Edinburgh, Scotland, UK, Mr. Ross Wyatt was convicted of shameless indecency after he dropped his trousers on a busy street and started simulating sex with his shoe.
Drinks and drugs were not involved.
In Saudi Arabia, 33 million people sat down to watch a popular children's programe on TV, when hard core sex images suddenly appeared on their televison screens. The French satellite channel, Canal Plus, admitted that they accidentally broadcast the porn, which ended up with the French government publicly apologising to the viewers in the Middle East. A spokesman said that there had been a technical error but Saudi based Arasat declared it a "insane provocation."
In Canada a couple decided to take a trip up into the Rocky mountains to have a sex session. Eventually they found a bit of solid ground and began shagging. What they didn't know was that they were making love on a seisometer, the machine used to measure earthquakes. Miles away, two geophysicist's were monitoring their systems and were astounded when they picked up the signals of an earthquake measuring 7 on the richter scale.
They later said that the signals stopped as soon as the mounted police arrived at the site.
In Southampton, England, UK, research shows that girls named Sandra, Sharon and Tracey are the least likely to suffer from sexually transmitted diseases. Louise, Kelly and Clare are the most likely sufferers.
In Northern Iraq future husbands are expected to prove their undying love for future wives by fucking them in front of the whole village, three times in a row, hidden only by a flimsy curtain. If the watching priest is not satisfied by the lovemaking then the marriage is nullified.
In Madras, India, a tribe known as the Todras have a very unusual custom. When a woman is married she marry's the grooms entire family. All the groom's male relations can enjoy conjugal rights and paternal responsibility is determined by the drawing of lots, the loser having to look after all future offspring.
In Oxfordshire, England, UK, a 16 year old unnamed boy has been charged with a sexual offence after he was found naked in a field of sheep.
In Romania a top soccer player and his grilfriend died when they decided to have sex in their car, which was parked in the garage. They both got so carried away that they were overcome by the carbon monoxcide fumes when they forgot to turn the engine off. As a final straw the two bodies were later found by the footballer's father.
Statistics show that French women make love, on average, 102 times a year compared to the British lady's average total of 133. French men on the other hand only make love an average of 98 times a year which means that their wives are having affairs with foreign men!
The two most popular sexual positions among French women are the doggy style (known as La levrette or the little hare) and the woman on top (called L' amazone)
In a recent survey it was found that 37% of French women had tried anal sex but only three percent actually enjoyed it on a regular basis!
In Bristol, England, Gabriel Zarafu, an illegal immigrant from Romania was sentenced to 14 months in prison for screwing two tiny Shetland ponies.
He was caught by police in a field, at night, wearing night vision equipment after he attacked the two animals.
The judge was heard to say, "You are not a person whose presence is of any benefit to this country."
During the Roman times smelling someone of the opposite sex was considered far more important than kissing. In many different languages the words kissing and smelling are the same.
In France kissing did not become popular until the 11th century.
In Roman times the only women who undressed for sex were prostitutes, the wives keeping on as much clothing as possible.
In the 18th century female nudity was considered so offensive that even doctors delivered babies blind, under a blanket and only looked at womens genitals through a mirror.
For hundreds of years masturbation was thought to cause gout, constipation, a hunched back, bad breath, a red nose, blindness, epilepsy and moral bankruptcy.
In ancient times no man in his right mind would be willing to bed a virgin because hymeneal blood was thought to be dangerous. Priests were paid to have sex with the virgin girls, using their fingers or dildos to make them 'safe'.
In classical times aristocratic women first squatted on the penis of a statue of a Greek god to break their hymens.
In Lincolnshire, England, 34 year old Andy Thompson was arguing with a neighbour when the police were called. When the police arrived Thompson became so abusive that the police sprayed CS gas at his face but instead of being totally incapacitated Thomson yelled back, "It's given me a hard-on!" and then growled like a dog.
In Ningxia, China, a petrol station is offering prostitutes to customers when they stop for fuel. The official newsagency in Xinhua stated, "It isn't always clear if the customers went for gas or for sex, but the sex is only available if they buy petrol first!"
Gold necklaces, TV sets and mobile phones are also being given out as an inducement to buy fuel.
The historian Ephorus says that Greek boys could expect their first encounter with another's man-milk at the tender age of 13. A lad would pair with an older man who would take him into the mountains to teach him philosophy, hunting - and fellatio. Men would go on to marry in their twenties but would keep a male partner for trips to various social functions and also to the gym. In turn, all males wanted their sons to be desired by their pals.
In Aristophanes' 'The Birds', one irate father exclaims to a friend: "This is a fine state of affairs. You meet my son all fresh from the bath and you don't kiss him or feel his balls! And you're supposed to be a friend of ours!". Foreign boys were often smuggled in from wars overseas to serve as catomites.
In Ancient Rome homosexuality was rife but only slaves could be penetrated. A law (Lex Scatinia) forbade the master from being the passive partner. In fact the biggest insult you could throw at a free man was: "Your breath smells of your slave's semen!". The plays of Plautus hint that most courtiers ignored these rules when behind closed doors and Emperor Otho was known to massage his beard with bread pellets in an attempt to stop his stubble from grazing the inner thighs of his male partner. By AD533 the Emperor Justinian, who was concerned the citizenry was becoming too fay, banned gay relationships on the grounds that they 'caused earthquakes'!
In Ancient Egypt anal penetration was a no-no and the thought of being somebody's 'bitch' made Egyptians feel so uneasy that a word for homosexuality was never even invented! This fear is apparent throughout Egyptian myth: the god Atum boasted that one of his rivals "has no power over me for I copulate between his buttocks". However the Egyptians saw no problem in 'pitching' and would take great delight in sodomising their enemies on the battlefield before cutting off their members to take home as souvenirs. The pharoah Merneptah once returned from a skirmish with the Libyans with a haul of 6,359 uncircumcised shafts.
The Middle Ages wasn't exactly a good time for buggery. The church decreed that any clerics caught 'cassock-lifting' could face castration or 'be hung by their virile member'. The ruling barons were anti-gay too and suspected Edward II of having an affair with a page boy when the King became obsessed by French fashions and poetry. He was murdered soon after by having a red-hot poker rammed up his rear end!
In New York a 36-year-old man carried his decomposing penis into hospital claiming a prostitute had hacked it off. A police investigation later revealed he'd been building a guitar when the knife he was using slipped. In shock, the unfortunate 'victim' left his member in the kitchen for four days where it had deteriorated so badly it couldn't be sewn back on. He admitted he had made up the prostitute story to avoid being sent to the nut house.
A 34-year-old man from California was rushed to hospital after injecting cocaine into his urethra to enhance sexual performance. The result was a vigorous session but he started to panic when the stiffy refused to subside - for three days! When it finally disappeared blood clotting led to gangrene and the amputation of both legs, nine fingers - and the love-stick itself!
Whilst arguing with his girlfriend about his poor sexual performance in 1998 a Louisiana man castrated himself with a kitchen knife. He then rushed to hospital where he accused his girlfriend of performing the evil deed - a story he regretted when police confiscated his balls, putting them in a freezer as evidence.
In Munich, Germany, a 59-year-old mechanic came to a desperate end when his wife decided to use a powerful vacuum to spice up their sex life. As the man's wife gently prodded his groin with the hose, the powerful mechanism sucked in his penis mangling it beyond repair in the machines rotor which spins at 17,000 times per minute. Surgery was performed but a year later the man reported that his member remained lifeless and without sensation.
A traffic warden based in Croydon, England was caught with his pants down in a bush because he'd been feeling 'fruity' and was overcome by the desire to relieve his tension. A witness noted: 'He had his hands down the front of his trousers. It looked as if he was masturbating." He should count himself lucky not to have caught a dose of the 'clamp'.
In Winnipeg, Canada, three underage drinkers decided to go into a strip bar to get drunk and enjoy the women.
The pleasure quickly turned to pain and embarrassment when one of the boy's mothers suddenly appeared on stage naked and picking up quarters with her gaping vulva.
The mother had apparently told everyone that she had been visiting her Aunt Cecilia.
In Albuquerque, New Mexico, 63 year old Navajo medicine man, Yazzie King, was arrested for sexually abusing three of his patients after he claimed that he could suck out the evil spirits from their genitals.
He would administer his treatments by using a bamboo flute which he picked up from a local flea market, but once told a patient that the evil spirits inside her could only be released if she had an orgasm while he performed oral sex on her.
In Tijuana, Mexico, a worker in a factory making paper pinata dolls was found to be stuffing the dolls with more than just sweets.
He was caught on CCTV camera having sex with one of the toys while fondling and kissing another one.
After being fired the man considered taking the company to court because he claimed that chicken wire inside the paper dolls had scratched his genitals.
In Neustadtam-Rubenberge, Germany, in 2001, 41 year old blonde woman, Baerbal Buscher, had an unusual fetish. She got sexual satisfaction from shoplifting.
After being caught for the 21st time she stated, "I don't want the stuff, I just think of a detective watching, coming up behind, putting his hands on my shoulder, then I orgasm!"
She was sentenced to 14 months in prison.
In Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, USA, police are not allowed to walk up to a car which they suspect is being used for sex.
They must drive up from behind, honk their horn three times and then wait two minutes before investigating.
In Tijuana, Mexico, a 39 year old man who suffered from apotembnophilia (Sexual gratification by limb removal), bled to death after he paid a local doctor $6,000 to sever his right leg.
Businessman, John Allan, successfully divorced his wife, Ewa, after she stopped giving him blow jobs!
Polish born, Ewa, lost all rights to a mansion and £400,000 a year when she gave up giving her husband oral sex after she "found" God.
Ewa preferred to sprinkle her husband with holy water to "drive out" the devils in his body.
The judge who awarded the divorce later stated, "She refused to perform certain sexual acts previously enjoyed on principle."
The can-can dance was originally performed by French prostitutes. They would perform the can-can with no underwear on so that they could display their "wares" to customers.
In Los Angeles, California, USA, Steve Josephson has founded the Organisation For The Protection Of Innocent Sperm!
He says that he wants to end the "genocidal desecration" of sperms by the use of condoms, vasectomies, spermicides, masturbation and tight underwear!
A 17-year-old ended up in hospital when his girlfriend used a spermicidal vaginal suppository for the first time. The nonoxymol-9 caused severe burning pain in his urethra during sex and the subsequent inflammation was so bad he couldn't pee. A catheter had to be inserted up his penis to drain his bladder.
Holland's entire navy disappeared when the central command system crashed - because it had been overloaded with porn films downloaded by some horny Dutch sailors. Expert computer technicians had to be called in to get the emergency response system up and running again. The sailors responsible have been threatened with dismissal if they download any more porn from the internet.
In Aachen, Germany, police were called to calm an argument between a man and his wife. He was on the way to a brothel and accidentally ran into his wife, who was secretly working there as a prostitute!
Troubled chauffeur John Forbes left his employer, Lady Inchyra, little option but to dismiss him after colleagues refused to work alongside him as he had a penchant for wearing ladies underwear. He was often seen 'treating' fellow motorists' on a major road to an eyeful of his hairy man-flesh trussed up in stockings, suspenders and a bra from within a sheepskin coat. However, Forbes' boss bungled his disciplinary procedure leaving him free to claim for unfair dismissal.
In Missouri, USA, in 2001, a pervert was loose on the streets who seemed to be molesting women's feet!
The foot fetishist had been fooling women into taking off their shoes and then licking and chewing their feet!
The man told one of the victims that he had been sent out by his wife to buy some tights and couldn't tell between the sizes and the next thing the woman knew was that he had all of her toes in his mouth.
In 1995 the publication "The Journal of Urology" reported that about 600,000 men in the USA have become totally impotent due to exercise related injuries to their genitals.
The most common injury to the genitals being caused by riding bicycles too vigorously!
In England, Mr. Craig Widdowson was charged with indecent exposure after he was found having sex with a pavement, an underpass and several black bags.
At court Judge Barry Bethal stated that Widdowson was, "In the grip of a powerful obsession!"
In Bulgaria televison viewers were left seething after a live broadcast of the solar eclipse was not shown as scheduled.
It was later found that the entire film crew covering the eclipse were somewhere else filming pornographic scenes for a late night erotic drama.
The TV controller later stated, "We are very sorry to all those who were disappointed and those responsible will be punished!"
In Sydney, Australia, 61 year old Reino Virtanen tried to sue his neighbour, Grace Denicolay, age 47, because of the noise of her vibrator which allegedly aggravated his heart condition.
He claimed the constant noise, "Kept him up all night!"
In Croydon, England, traffic warden Mark Summerfield was doing his rounds when he was overcome by the sudden desire to masturbate!
He jumped behind a bush, pushed his hand into his trousers and began pulling his plonker!
Unfortunately for him he was caught by a passerby who later said, "He had his hands down his trousers; it looked as though he was masturbating!"
Its good to know that traffic wardens really are a bunch of wankers isn't it!
In ancient Greece some prostitutes used to wear sandals with the words 'Follow Me' tooled in relief on the soles.
As they walked along the dusty roads they would leave a trail that customers could follow.
In Georgian times in England it was quite common for men to eat the testicles of a variety of animals as an aphrodisiac.
The most sought after testicles were from a lion.
In the USA 76% of all men would be willing to have sex with a stranger for $1,000,000.
The only country in the world never to have censored pornographic films is Belgium.
In England, during the 1960's, one strip club alone had ten Members of Parliament, sixty Knights and thirty five Peers among it's members.
In Italy, police once rounded up a ring of prostitutes and were totally amazed to find out that every one of them was a grandmother.
Male sex hormones are at their peak during the Autumn and Winter months.
In Hawaii, USA, the age of consent for homosexuals is 14.
Laura Bell, who was once one of London's most expensive prostitutes had a change of heart, married a bishop and eventually became a preacher herself.
Until the beginning of the 20th century most Egyptian men did not like the job of deflowering their virgin brides so they would pay a servant to do it for them.


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A fun Valentine game we call "Steal My Heart" is a spin on the traditional game called "Steal the Bacon." This is an active game for a medium to large group of children and is perfect to play at a Valentine party. Materials to gather are masking tape and the "heart" (this can be a heart pillow, an empty candy box shaped like a heart, or a heart made from poster board approximately 6 - 8 inches or larger).
Create the game space by placing masking tape on the floor: make 2 parallel tape lines across from each other with a 12 foot space in between.
Children should be divided into 2 teams and each team assigned a tape line. Team members stand on their tape line facing the other team. Each team member counts off beginning with the number "1". Have both number "1's, 2's, 3's, etc." on each team stand across from each other.
The leader places the "heart" in the open space between the two teams and calls out a number. The players on each team who have the called number run in and try to steal the "heart." The object of the game is to "steal the heart," carry it across their own teams tape line without being tagged by the other team's player, and earn a point. If tagged before the "heart" is carried over the team tape line, the player must return the "heart" to the center of the open space, no point is earned and the game begins again. Repeat this process until all players have had several turns. The team with the most points is the winner.


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Light or Dark
Which way do you usually play TSL, lightside or darkside? I prefer lightside, but I have passed the game as Darkside male and female a few times to explore all the options.
My first time through I have to play lightside.
well Maverick5770 it normal your a lightsider you're canadian!!! lol anyway me too i m lightsider i just take the reply a bit too seriously at the beginning so i don't like hurting virtual peoples feelings
I usually tend to play Darkside, although I am in the process of playing the game on the Lightside.
I go DS for kotor2.
For kotor1 I play LS all the way, but got the DS ending, cause I have a "change of heart" when I see Bastila, which I think would only be reasonable after all the romance I do with her. It would also make a wonderful tragic story.
Sometimes I start off saying, "No matter what, I'm going to beat the game as a Dark-sider." But minutes in I'm so overwhelmed by guilt that I go back to LS. :xp: So, I've always ended up playing KOTOR 1 and 2 as a light-sider, because it's hard to be so freakin' cruel for 15 hours straight of gameplay. :p
(For those who don't know: If you beat the game LS and then again as DS, the third time through extra conversation options will appear with your party members.)
I play through as honestly as I can, ignoring whether my decisions were light or dark side, and at the end I was near as much of a light side as I could get despite some evil decisions (dealing with the scam artist on Dantoine for example).
Seriously, I do both equally, though for the first playthrough I go LS so I get the "good-guy" ending. I feel sorry for those who only play as LS this or DS that. They're missing half the game that way. DS is generally more fun though. I can honestly say I got more belly laughs out of my Darth Obnoxio character than Jedi Master Flanders.
Would a Canadian make two thugs hand over their credits and then force persuade them to commit suicide? I would.
Lightside. I get plagued by guilt after I off some innocent bystander just because I happened to be in a poopy mood. Yep, I'm a weenie.
I like DS for TSL, mainly because of the bonuses you get from HK-47, and Hanharr, as well. The strength and constitution turn your run of the mill Sith Lord into a formidable fighting machine.
i play lightside i enjoy the game more.
I hear that. Mira is an absolute blast, why choose a hot babe who cracks rude jokes over Chewbacca gone bad? That's part of why I prefer light side, the good guys are more appealing, and I'd rather have a choice of who to fight with as opposed to being stuck with just Canderous (original game if you don't have T3 or HK).
You can get Mira as darkside, just stay neutral until you get her, i have done that many times. And i prefer darkside in both game
LS. Yes, I am a wimp too. Last playthrough I felt guilty when Atris was yelling at me about peragus and I start going to the lightside just to prove that I wasnt evil lol. :)
i usually play lightside first then darkside second. then if i play a third time i am usually right in the middle.
Lightside all the way but there are times that I would like to say a few grey words. Some of the options are too idealistic.
Lightside for me. I'm better playing Lightside and I prefer Lightside overall.
I only play Light my first couple times through to soak up all the proper story elements and such. Once I play Dark, I find it somewhat difficult to play any other way.
I actually don't have a problem with being Dark; it's quite humorous and wicked fun leaving terror in your wake. The added influence feature is pretty nifty too.. I like trying to draw my entire party into being evil. ;)
o.O I don't know you can do that in kotor1, or at least I haven't noticed it.
But yeah for some reason kotor2 makes me want to play LS more. Maybe I am trying to do things against that old witch just to pisss her off.
For kotor1 though, it sounds nice to go LS, but I can't really see Revan not going with Bastila after the incident. My last planet was Korriban, basically you know your secret, lost your love, and goes razing the darn place just so I can go get her back faster. The mind is still in chaos, and there is no reason not to go with your love when you get a second(and might be only) chance.
yes same, i'm gonna have to play darkside now... :(
Actually, yeah, come to think of it, I prefer DS for KOTOR 1, because it kinda of stinks for the great Sith Lord to become a plain ol' Jedi. But in KOTOR 2, I always play LS because most of my party is LS-aligned (that is, DS responses will lose influence with them), and also everyone looks just plain ugly if they're on the DS. Diseased skin, too much eye-shadow...that sort of thing. Yeah, and you get Mira, of course.
I played Dark Side for TSL because i like all the force powers like crush and storm. :)
I digg to play through it as a Darkside Female... Cause then I know I can use force lightning and stuff, but as an old Master once revealed it's how you use them that caunts... Sorry for my bad english, but I'm from norway and I'm afraid that my English is gettin' rusty this days... I apologise...
Not sure which old master it might be but Luke Skywalker certainly believed this, and practiced what he preached in places such as Jabba's Palace.
^Kyle Katarn said it in JA.
I switch it around all the time, but I'm LS most of the time.
OK. You got me. I play LS most of the time. What a surprise, eh? :p
I've played DS on KotOR two or three times and have yet to finish my first DSL play-thru on TSL. I don't know why but the DS path on TSL just doesn't seem right to me. I guess especially because my PC has good influence over most of the party and they are all mostly DS aligned but they still berate my PC for making DS decisions. KotOR on the other hand had a DS story that worked quite well.
KOTOR was fun as DS, but I go light because I really like the conversation with Bastila as you battle her and turn her back to the the light through your love and your bond:cry8: Ok enough of that, time to go kill some Sith troops:twogun:
I wing it, answering each question honestly and I always come up DS.
lol this just happened to me i got 2 star maps playing DS in kotor and i deleted like 13 saves. i ve never played as DS. im always LS. i hate it when people call me a"monster" or something. i loss my appettie for the game.
I'm always LS first and foremost.
But then, I'd actually try to be LS in real life if I was a Jedi.
i have played LS once and dint like the story line much so i have stayed with DS since then :darth:
I play DS in both games, and then at the start of TSL I say: "What the hell? Reven saved the republic!".
Atris was one of the funniest conversations ever.
"Do you realise what you have done?"
"I have destroyed a planet. It was fun."
"You fool. Many planets rely on Peragus for fuel, and you may have doomed them all!"
"Twenty planets with one explosion. Bonus."
/\That was my representation of what was said, those aren't the exact words.
Light Side. With lot of CHA because I love Dark Side powers :p ...
I play LS more easily, I don't know why... When I play DS, it's fun five minutes, no more... Killing everybody in one finger splapping, that's annoying in the end. And the storyline is (that's my opinion) more interesting in LS.
But I like Force Crush :] ...
Yeah, and when you and your party are DS, everyone sure is ugly. Kreia doesn't change, though. :lol:
DS I like being mean
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Don't you love all those "doomsday" movies that try to get you to believe that volcanoes, earthquakes, or even the weather will bring us to the very end of existence? Most of those movies seem to base their story around the weather. Snow, blizzards, rain, tornadoes, and more are made to be the biggest and "baddest" phenomenon that ever visited earth. Global warming was never a topic of discussion as I remember it. Scientists these days have made it a topic, but they are doing very little to convince the rest of mankind that it is a real threat.
If I would venture a guess, the global warming forgot it existed, or somebody forgot to wake the global warming entity. Supposedly, scientists figured the earth was warming at an alarming rate. They considered both Arctic poles, Greenland, and mountain peak climates as proof of their warning. Along with that warning, they make it a point that life as we know it is being threatened. Nothing could further from the truth.
We have seen climate change in the past, but that was only twice. The first time was when the Garden of Eden existed. The weather was ideal, temperature in the 70's, no rain fell from the sky, and nights were ideal for sleeping. When Adam and Eve had to leave the Garden because of their disobedience, the weather changed. Temperatures were fluctuated more, cooler at night and warmer in the days. Seasons became the norm.
The next big change came during the time of Noah. Up to the time that Noah completed his Ark, the Earth was watered by a mist that rose from the ground during the evening and overnight hours. From the point when God closed the doors on the Ark, and sealed Noah and his family inside, rain started falling from the sky. For the next forty days and nights the rain fell. The entire earth was flooded, destroying every living thing around, except for those who were tucked away on the Ark along with the animals appointed to be saved. From that day forward the earth has experienced the rain, snow, humidity, hot and cold; the same weather we are experiencing today.
There is a time coming that temperature changes will begin. The Earth will become drier, one third of the Earth will become so dry that plant life will die or burn. When will it happen? No one knows for sure. The signs of the times tell me it could happen anytime in the next twenty years, or less. But that is just an educated guess. Global warming? That is just a scientist pipe dream. Science fiction is full of pipe dreams. God has the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. Read His Word, and find out that truth. You will find out how different the truth is, especially when compared to global warming, the "doomsday" movies, or science fiction.


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The managing editor of The Farmer's Almanac, Sandi Duncan, is predicting a frigid and bitter winter for the 2014/2015 year. Everything east of the Rocky Mountains, according to the Almanac, will see an intense increase of winter weather, perhaps occurring sooner than normal. What this does for local events is create a chance for more hazardous conditions at peak tourist times. Fall events in Gatlinburg bring in millions of dollars of revenue for the area.
A Press Release given by the Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau states that the peak times for fall colors vary based on certain variables. By mid-September, colors begin to show with the peaks below 4000 feet happening through October. The traditional first freeze in this area is between mid-September and the end of October.
See the full Press Release here: http://press.gatlinburg.com/press-releases/view-fantastic-fall-foliage-in-the-foothills-of-the-smokies/
The mild conditions throughout the 2014 year may change peak color timing. The 2013/2014 winter was harsher for the Smoky Mountains than in previous years. Christian Gil, a local resident explains his views on this year's weather patterns, "Winter was bitter at negative 19 degrees, but spring came early this year. Our summer was mild in temperature too. For me, these seem to be indications of an early and harsh winter." Another resident, Wanda Dorsey claims that an increase of indoor spiders indicate similar conditions. Her claim follows local wives' tales.
Because these events coincide, one must question the validity of an early, hard winter. But what do these changes and predictions do to the peak tourist season?
In autumn, multiple festivals bring in tourists and locals alike to celebrate a year of Thanks, a year of Harvest, and a hope for a prosperous, bountiful next year. Events like the Craftsman's Fair bring amazing artists out of the woodworks to display breath taking art pieces for purchase in time for the Christmas season. The streets of Gatlinburg are lined with pumpkins, gourds, corn stalks, and hay bales with decorations of brilliant orange and scarecrows. A crisp, cool sensation fills the air creating a longing for comfort food, sweaters, and a roaring fire in the fireplace.
Thousands of tourists flock to the Smoky Mountains to absorb the allure of autumn colors, the hometown feel of Gatlinburg, and the never ending events and sights. What this year's predictions indicate is a chance for tourists to see a different view of the Great Smoky Mountains. One that is covered in luminous, glistening snow. One that captures the locals' hearts each and every year as they wake up to snow covered mountains, cold temperatures, and at home with the family. These memories and moments are some that most tourists miss when they arrive for the summer and autumn seasons.
No matter what transpires with weather related issues, tourists planning to come to the Great Smokies during autumn in a yearly ritual will not miss the brilliant colors of autumn, but they may receive the chance to view an even more magical event – an early, snowy winter. Please do not change your plans with threats of inclement weather. You will not regret it.


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"My Face My Life" is a collection of titles - each depicting a cross section of faces that demonstrate life past.....they capture images taken in diverse surroundings.....in the places that attract diverse types of characters whose paths crossed that moment in time.
What were the circumstances that brought these personalities to the same place at the same time? All engaged in a variety of mundane activities…..all in their own way.....living their life.....their character.
Images under this title are from an ongoing series recently captured at important Native American celebrations. Photos are both casual and candid, using available light for best results and to portray the genuine encounter. They explore the character and life experiences of the subject.
Over the past 3 years, Charles has developed several series of images of various ethnic groups captured at markets, regional festivals and cultural gatherings. This country continues to evolve and the diversity of its population make-up changes with every new generation and wave of immigration. The goal of this endeavor has been to celebrate the transformation with portraits of character and distinction.
When Charles bought his first Nikon F SLR forty years ago the resulting studies were of derelict architecture, machinery and also street photography - a genre that the New York Times has called,"…shots of everyday people living out their private lives in public". In this type of portraiture, he has the keen ability to capture life experiences of people reflected in their faces and gestures. Over time these pursuits continued in 35mm B&W and color slide formats; he then joined the digital revolution in its early stages. The range of his photography has extended from Great Britain to Central America, the Gulf Coast, South Florida and the Western US. A more recent concentration has been character studies with an emphasis on the film & television industry, event portraiture, multi-ethnic cultural studies, documentary series of festivals, markets & the wine-making industry, the built environment and fine art.
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Many new mothers experience the Baby Blues. This is a very common reaction during the first few days after delivery. Symptoms include crying, worrying, sadness, anxiety, mood swings, trouble concentrating, difficulty sleeping, and not feeling yourself.
The Baby Blues is not the same as Perinatal Depression and does not require medical attention. With time, patience, and the support of family and friends, symptoms linked with the Baby Blues will usually disappear within a few days or within 1 to 2 weeks. If they don't, it may be a sign of a bigger problem, and you should seek medical help
There are a number of reasons why you may get depressed. As a woman, your body undergoes many changes during and after pregnancy. You may experience mood swings. A new baby will change your sleeping schedule and your lifestyle. In addition, there are many pressures to be the perfect mother.
Some women have family members with depression, some women have had depression in their own past, and for some women, the cause is unclear. But for every woman who suffers Perinatal Depression, the causes are as unique as she is.
Perinatal Depression can affect any woman — regardless of age, race, income, culture, or education. It affects women who breastfeed and those who don't. It affects women with healthy babies and those whose children are ill. It affects first-time mothers and those with more than one child. It affects women who are married and those who are not. Women who had problems during pregnancy—and those who didn't— may experience depression. Because Perinatal Depression is a health problem, it is not the fault of any woman.
A family history of depression or bipolar disorder, a history of alcohol or drug abuse, a recent stressful event, relationship or financial problems, or a previous pregnancy with Perinatal Depression increases a woman's chances of having Perinatal Depression.
Even before the arrival of the baby, some women experience Depression During Pregnancy. Pregnant women commonly face a large number of challenges, including morning sickness, weight gain, and mood swings. Symptoms such as feeling really tired, appetite changes and poor sleep are often dismissed as "just part of pregnancy," but if the things you do every day are affected, you should consider seeking help. Whether the pregnancy was planned or unexpected, the changes that your body and emotions go through during pregnancy are very real — and so are the risks of Perinatal Depression during this time.
About one in eight women suffers a form of Perinatal Depression known as Postpartum Depression. Symptoms can begin at birth or any time in the first year after giving birth.
Common symptoms for perinatal depression include:
A very small number of women (one or two in 1000) suffer a rare and severe form of Perinatal Depression called Postpartum Psychosis. Women who have a bipolar disorder or other psychiatric problem may have a higher risk for developing this form of Perinatal Depression.
Symptoms of Postpartum Psychosis may include:
If you or someone you know fits this description, please seek medical help immediately. This is a medical emergency requiring URGENT care.
I was so excited I decorated the nursery months before the baby arrived. But when she came, it was not a dream. I had no energy to smile or even to cry. I didn't even want to pick her up. This was not how I thought it was going to be, and I was ashamed of how I felt.
I just wish that I could laugh and be happy. When will my sadness go away?


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Slick, colorful and tough. That's the word on Olympus' cool Stylus Tough-6000. Like most things Olympus, the camera feels right in the hand and looks right just about anywhere. The 10-megapixel resolution isn't the top of the top, but it's no slouch either. That's the real genius in the Stylus Tough-6000. It's not that the camera is bleeding-edge in terms of resolution, zoom prowess or screen size, it's that the mid-range components work together well in an armor-plated chassis that won't leak if dropped into a puddle. Also, the 3.6x wide-angle optical zoom may look kind of anemic, but it's in-line with other rugged, dunkable snappers. As far as internals go, it's all Olympus: Stylus regulars include multiface and smile detection and Dual Image Stabilization for crisp images of even moving subjects -- and of course, Perfect Shot Preview, which lets you preview effects and shots in a multi-window interface. But maybe the coolest aspect of the Stylus Tough-6000 is its fabulous glove and underwater-friendly operation: manipulate the flash mode, image adjustment and all manner of functions just by tapping the camera's top, back and sides. This makes it easy to operate the camera in almost any environment.
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Dec 2, 2010 9:30 AM
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John Wall, Kevin Durant and Derek Rose are the few NBA superstars that are still participating in the FIBA Basketball World Cup. With the latest injury that happened during an exhibition game where Paul George suffered a hard to watch fracture, you wonder if it's worth it for the other all-stars participating should drop out like most of their fellow NBA All-stars who were selected to the team.
Derek Rose has made his return from missing just about all of last season due to a knee injury. Instead of using this off season to prepare for the upcoming 2014-2015 NBA season, Rose has decided to compete in this year's World Cup.
Coming off of an MVP season, Kevin Durant is at the top of his game. Surprisingly, the best player in the gaming has decided not to opt out of the FIBA games this summer.
John Wall is quickly climbing up the charts as one of the best point guards in the league. Wall helped the Wizards make it to the playoffs for the 1st time in years last season and carried them to the second round, respectably.
The jaw dropping injury that Paul George suffered last week has not even made these three flinch. At this point, they are still apart of team USA that that will compete this summer.
Maybe this is their way of preparing for the upcoming NBA season. Or maybe it's their way of showing patriotism for their country. Perhaps their love for the game prohibits them from back down from solid competition. In any event, these players need to think about what's more important, the summer games and putting their bodies in jeopardy of injury during the off season or their "day" job.


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Then you reach your 40's or 50's and experience another rite of passage; menopause, a.k.a. "the change", although I'm not sure what I'm supposed to change into; if it's a bitch then I've been successful! I've read that there are actually 34 symptoms of menopause. 34! Heart palpitations, hot flashes, mood swings, sudden tears, irritability, depression, anxiety, loss of libido, trouble sleeping and fatigue for example. I probably shouldn't have read the list as I tend to be suggestible and now I can expect to experience every one! This is going to be a bumpy ride. It's like having PMS 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Thank God I live alone.
If getting my period marked the onset of womanhood, what did menopause mean? Was I no longer a woman? Was I going to morph into a man? Well, in some ways I have. One of the less debilitating but nonetheless disturbing occurrences is increase in facial hair. I spend more time than I care to peering into my 5x magnifying mirror tweezing mustache and chin hairs that seem to grow overnight. But in other areas, my hair is thinning, (If you know what I mean.)
I've read that a woman may have a similar menopausal experience as her mother. Oh no, I'm in trouble. If this is true in my case, I can look forward to spending a lot of time in bed in a darkened room wearing a sleep mask and an ice bag with an ample supply of tranquilizers. When my mom was experiencing her own rite of passage, I was around 15 so my own hormones were just coming to life. For the next few years it was the battle of the hormonally challenged. It wasn't pretty. My poor Dad; living with two crazy women. He spent a lot of time in the garage.
I guess one of the first indicators that I was entering this new phase of life were the hot flashes. They feel like you're burning up from the inside. I especially feel it in my face and neck which becomes very red and I sweat profusely. And I never know when they will happen. I've incorporated a lot of gym wearing apparel and I frequently wear running shoes to give the appearance I just did an hour of aerobics.There's also the snacking which results in the insidious weight gain and bloating. I crave the very things that exacerbate menopausal symptoms; carbs and sugar. (I'm eating a chocolate chip muffin right now.) I don't sleepwalk but I do sleep eat. I'll wake up at 3 o'clock in the morning and with eyes half-closed make a bee line for the potato chips. And don't get me started about the bladder control issue. (Damn, I knew I should have been doing those Kegel exercises!) Anything can cause leakage; sneezing, coughing, laughing, breathing. Great! I thought that one of the benefits of menopause was not having to wear pads ever again!


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Sept. 25, 2010
Final Stats
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DeKALB, Ill. - After last night's tough five-set loss to Ball State in the Mid-American Conference opener, the Northern Illinois volleyball team bounced back in a big way Saturday night at Victor E. Court. The Huskies swept Toledo, 25-15, 25-22, 25-19, to split their conference home weekend.
"As a group, we knew that last night's loss was a tough one," said NIU head coach Ray Gooden. "But the good thing about tonight is we had a chance to have a short memory and make up for what we didn't accomplish the night before.
"I thought we did a really good job of taking care of each other. By doing so, we were able to play with a lot more confidence."
NIU (15-2, 1-1 MAC) was in control for the entire match, as there were only three lead changes all night. The first two came in the initial set. After the Huskies were up 2-1, Toledo (5-8, 1-1 MAC) scored on a kill, Huskie attack error, and block. The teams then exchanged points before NIU broke the 4-4 tie with a 9-2 run behind freshman outside hitter Lauren Wicinski's (Geneva, Ill./Geneva) serving. In serving for the whole run, Wicinski put down three aces and made the Rocket back row passers very uncomfortable. With momentum on their side, the Huskies were able easily take the set.
"Lauren's serve came alive tonight," Gooden said of Wicinski, who had four of NIU's eight aces on the night, while Toledo managed four. "She did a great job keeping it both aggressive and in control. It helped our group get off to a great start."
The final lead change happened in the second set. NIU was aced on the first serve but scored three straight points, two from Wicinski kills, to take control again. From there, NIU grabbed a four-point lead three different times but the Rockets hung close, climbing within one point after another ace late in the set. But sophomore outside hitter Meghan Romo (Valparaiso, Ind./Valparaiso) answered with a kill to put the Huskies up 23-21. A Toledo kill later, junior outside hitter Allison McGlaughlin (Morton, Ill./Morton) fired back with a kill, and an errant Rocket attack gave NIU the 2-0 advantage in the match.
In the final stanza, NIU charged out to a 5-1 lead with help from three Wicinski putaways. Toledo rallied back to knot the score at 12-12 but the Huskies quickly got rolling again with an 8-2 spurt, and didn't look back. Wicinski once again sparked the run as she scored the first three points with back-to-back kills and a block.
As a team, the Huskies racked up 40 kills and a .299 hitting percentage, along with 35 digs and nine blocks, scoring 57 points. Toledo's line: 31 kills, .136 hitting percentage, 31 digs, four blocks, 39 points.
Wicinski led the way for NIU with 19 kills and hit .441. Romo also achieved double-digit kills with 10 and a .444 attack percentage, along with a season-high-tying four blocks for the second straight match. McGlaughlin was most efficient in putting up a season-best .583 hitting percentage, totaling eight kills. Junior setter Kristin Hoffman (Batavia, Ill./Batavia) ran the offense well with 37 assists, while senior libero Maddie Hughes (St. Charles, Ill./North) captained the defense with 15 digs, marking the fourth straight match that she has had 10 or more digs.
With one contest remaining on their season-long, seven-match home stand, the Huskies improved to 4-2 on the stretch. NIU also bettered to 9-2 at home this year and 37-30 at Victor E. Court against MAC foes since 2002.
The Huskies return to action Thursday, Sept. 30, as they host Western Michigan (11-4, 2-0 MAC) at 7 p.m. CT.


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Today, April 7, 2014, President Barack Obama, through White House Press Secretary Jay Carney, stated, "We saw groups of pro-Russian demonstrators take over government buildings in the eastern cities of Kharkiv, Donetsk and Luhansk. There is strong evidence suggesting some of these demonstrators were paid and were not local residents. We call on President Putin and his government to cease all efforts to destabilize Ukraine and we caution against further military intervention." Yet the Obama administration has been caught covertly paying protesters to demonstrate - even busing them in.
The United States and specifically Barack Obama has a long history of intervening "overtly and covertly" attempting to destabilize other countries. Most recently we saw the Obama administration create a Twitter-style workaround for Cuban citizens from 2010 through 2012. Economist Arturo Levy said of the project, "It's unfortunate that the Obama administration didn't calculate the harm that they can do to America's soft power."
President Obama is not satisfied that over 90% of Crimeans wanted the country of Crimea to rejoin Russia as it had for over 200 years before. Even though the official vote total nearly mirrored independent exit polling, Obama is not accepting the vote as valid. Interestingly, the Obama administration itself is reportedly guilty of manipulating 2011 Taiwan elections.
The United States government asserts itself, either overtly or covertly, into the business of nearly every country on Earth, yet displays arrogance, such as with today's comments, when others attempt to do the same. Venezuela, Russia, Israel, Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Taiwan, Syria, China, North Korea to name just a few. This is not the foreign policy of a free society and contributes to a growing number of enemies around the globe.
Libertarians would prefer to see a foreign policy based on free trade and mutual respect rather than create enemies by means of inequality, subversive tactics and threatening language. President Obama continues to escalate threatening talk against Russia which will likely create a formidable enemy rather than a friendly trade partner.


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May 9, 2014
Our defending national champion and current SEC champion men's golf team, our current SEC champion women's tennis team and our women's golf team - were honored on Wednesday by the NCAA for being in the upper ten percent of their respective sports in Division I Academic Progress Rate (APR) scores. All three teams are great examples of the balance we strive for in being champions in both academics and sports.
The Tide's 2013 SEC Champion women's golf team received this honor for the fourth year in a row. The women's tennis team was recognized for the third year in a row. This is the second consecutive year for the men's golf team to be so honored. The Tide was third in the SEC for the total number of teams earning this Public Recognition Award this year. It is a remarkable accomplishment to once again have multiple teams earn this award.
The University of Alabama has had at least one team honored in this fashion every year since the award's inception in 2005. Overall, Crimson Tide teams have earned the NCAA honor 17 times over the past eight years. That clearly illustrates the commitment of our coaches and staff to fulfill our Mission to recruit and develop student-athletes to compete at the highest levels in intercollegiate athletics in all of our sports; to educate and prepare our student-athletes to compete at the highest levels in life after graduation; and to do both with honor and integrity.
I want to offer my sincere congratulations and thanks to head coaches Jay Seawell (men's golf), Mic Potter (women's golf) and Jenny Mainz (women's tennis), along with our tremendous staff in Student-Athlete Academic Services led by Jon Dever.
On Tuesday, the SEC Office announced that men's golfer Cory Whitsett has been voted the 2014 Southeastern Conference H. Boyd McWhorter Scholar-Athlete of the Year. Cory, who graduated with a Bachelor's of Science in Commerce and Business Administration last weekend with a perfect 4.0 grade point average, is living proof of what a college student-athlete can accomplish with the right blend of discipline, hard work, perseverance, skill and humility. His accomplishments on and off the course are virtually unmatched in collegiate golf. The 2013 SEC Golfer of the Year and SEC Golf Scholar-Athlete of the Year, he is a two-time NCAA Elite 89 Award winner as the golfer with the highest GPA (4.0) at the NCAA Championships.
This season, Cory has already led Alabama to its third consecutive SEC Championship and the No. 1 national ranking going into next week's regional tournament. In 2013, Cory helped lead the Tide to the NCAA Championship and spent time as the world's No. 1 amateur while helping lead the United States to victory at the 2013 Walker Cup and Palmer Cup. And having spent a little time with Cory over this last year I can tell you that he is every bit as good a person as he is a student and golfer. Cory will be successful in anything he undertakes after graduation.
This week, six of our teams remain nationally ranked among the top 20 in their respective sports, including three ranked in the top five and four ranked in the top 10. So far during the 2013-14 academic year, eight of our 17 sports teams (four men's, four women's) either finished or are currently ranked in the top 10 nationally, and 11 of our 17 sports teams (six men's, five women's) either finished or are currently ranked in the top 20 nationally. Here's a glance at this week's rankings: Men's Golf - 1st Women's Tennis - 2nd Softball - 5th Men's Track - 10th Women's Golf - 12th Baseball - 19th
With the spring semester completed, our teams have officially entered into the championship portion of their schedules. Our women's tennis team hosts NCAA tournament action this weekend. Both of our golf teams have NCAA regional play ahead of them, with the women starting their regional competition as this blog is being written and the men are slated to compete next week.
Softball is at the SEC Tournament. Baseball is in the final stretch of the regular season, with two SEC series against LSU and Mississippi State left prior to the conference tournament. Track and Field is preparing for the SEC Outdoor Championships slated for next week, and the rowing team is preparing for its conference meet to be held in mid-May. So, as you can see, we are in the thick of the most crucial part of the season for our spring sports.
Coach Patrick Murphy's SOFTBALL team clinched the outright SEC regular season title with a 3-1 win at Missouri last Friday. The Tide eventually won two of the three games against the Tigers to wrap up the regular season having won its fifth SEC Championship, winning seven of its eight conference series. Senior pitcher Jaclyn Trainawas named the SEC Pitcher of the Year with a 19-3 record overall with a 1.95 earned-run average (ERA). Last night Jaclyn became the ninth pitcher in SEC history to have 100 career wins as she pitched the Tide to an 8-4 victory over Auburn in the first round of the SEC Tournament, socking a two-run home run at the plate to punctuate that performance. Getting 100 wins is an amazing achievement, and is testament to the outstanding career she has had at Alabama.
Outfielder Haylie McCleneyjoined Jaclyn as a first-team All-SEC honoree and both ladies are among 10 finalists for the USA Softball Player of the Year honor. Haylie ranks in the top 10 nationally in batting average (8th, .458) and on-base percentage (4th, .581). Coach Murphy earned his fourth SEC Coach of the Year Award while leading Alabama to its fourth SEC title in the last five years. Patrick has an 834-223 record at Alabama and is only the 16th current Division I coach with at least 800 wins at their current school. Already a Hall of Famer, Patrick has built a dynasty at Alabama.
The Tide continues SEC Tournament play this afternoon at 4:30 p.m. CT against Georgia in the semifinal round at Columbia, S.C. On Sunday night, May 11, we will learn our destination with the NCAA Tournament Selection Show at 9 p.m. CT, which will be aired live on ESPNU. Sixty-four teams from across the country will enter the tournament field, with the top 16 seeds hosting four-team regionals May 15-18. We certainly hope to be hosting elite-level softball in Tuscaloosa over the next two weekends, so keep your eyes on the tournament announcement.
The BASEBALL team remains ranked among the nation's top 20 this week and is 31-18 overall after a win over Jacksonville State on Tuesday night. The Tide ran into a hot Florida team last weekend in Tuscaloosa, and the fifth-ranked Gators swept three games from us at the Joe. That series marked our first home series loss of what has been a very good season for Coach Mitch Gaspardand the team. The Tide bounced back with the win over Jacksonville State and travels to LSU this weekend for a three-game set. We're currently 13-11 in the SEC, arguably the nation's toughest conference.
Our WOMEN'S GOLF team, led by Coach Mic Potter, is competing at the NCAA Central Regional now through Saturday at the Karsten Creek Golf Club in Stillwater, Okla. Our ladies are tied for the lead after the first round and are looking to earn one of eight bids from this regional to the NCAA Championships. This marks the ninth straight year that the Tide has qualified for NCAA Regional play under Mic's leadership, the longest streak in team history, and Alabama's 16th overall appearance. The 2014 NCAA Championships are May 20-23 at the Tulsa Country Club in Tulsa, Okla. The Tide is using a fresh lineup this weekend consisting of senior Stephanie Meadow, sophomore Emma Talley, sophomore Janie Jackson, redshirt freshman Cammie Gray and true freshman Mia Landegren. It is the first time this season Alabama has used this lineup. Stephanie Meadowdeserves special recognition as she has earned both the SEC Golfer of the Year and the SEC Women's Golf Scholar-Athlete of the Year honors for the second consecutive year. She leads the SEC and ranks fourth nationally in stroke average (71.24). Our women's golf program is exceptional both academically and athletically.
Our WOMEN'S TENNIS team is the No. 2 overall seed in the 2014 NCAA Women's Tennis Championships that starts this weekend. Coach Jenny Mainzand the Crimson Tide will host first and second rounds this Friday-Saturday and welcomes Arizona State, Jackson State and Princeton to Tuscaloosa. This marks the third consecutive year for us to host the first and second rounds of the women's tournament. We take on Jackson State in the first round on Friday at 4 p.m. That match will be preceded by the Arizona State-Princeton match that is set to begin at 1 p.m. The winners of both matches will then meet in the second round on Saturday, May 10, at 1 p.m. Tickets for the first and second rounds are available on RollTide.com and by visiting or calling the Alabama Ticket Office at 1-877-TIDETIX (843-3849). In addition, tickets will be on sale at the gate on May 9 and 10, beginning one hour prior to the start of the match. The cost per session is $5 all ages and $3 for University of Alabama students.
Your outstanding support of our tennis program resulted in our women's tennis team finishing the 2014 season ranked sixth nationally in total attendance and eighth in average attendance per match. Our match at Georgia on April 11 was the nation's leader for single-match attendance, as 833 fans packed Georgia's facility to create an atmosphere that made our monumental victory over the Bulldogs even more memorable.
The Crimson Tide TRACK & FIELD team won 17 of the 38 events on the way to winning both the men's and women's team competitions by impressive margins last weekend at Mississippi State University. The men's team scored 184 points to outpace Mississippi State's 156 while the women's team scored 150.5 points to place well ahead of Mississippi State's 109.5 as eight schools competed on the women's side and six teams competed in the men's division. Katelyn Greenleaf set a school record in the women's 3,000-meter steeplechase, nearly an entire lap ahead of the runner-up and a three-second improvement over the previous school record, while sprinter Diondre Batson notched another event victory when he posted a wind-legal 10.04 in the men's 100 meters. Alabama athletes rank among the nation's top 20 in eight events this week, and two Tide athletes currently own the SEC's best time or mark in their events - Batson (men's 100, 10.01) and Elias Hakansson(men's hammer, 71.38 meters/234 feet, 2 inches). Our men's team is ranked 10th nationally, and the Crimson Tide is third in the men's rankings for the NCAA South Region while the women maintained their No. 5 rank in the region. The Tide takes this weekend off before traveling to Lexington, Ky., for the SEC Outdoor Championships May 15-18.
The SEC and ESPN announced recently that our home football game on September 6 against Florida Atlantic will be televised by the SEC Network and is scheduled for an 11 a.m. Central Time (CT) kickoff. Our season opener against West Virginia in the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game in Atlanta will be nationally televised at 2:30 p.m. CT by either ABC or ESPN2. The SEC Network will air a game featuring every football team in the SEC within the first four weeks of the 2014 season. On Saturday, Sept. 6, the SEC Network will showcase six different matchups including our game with FAU. Each of the games will be available to all fans who receive SEC Network. The games will be televised on either the SEC Network or an overflow channel made available on that Saturday. So, be sure to contact your local cable or satellite provider and remind them that they need to carry the SEC Network!
There are several ways to follow our teams in action. The methods vary according to the sport, but here's where you can follow our teams via TV, radio or online:
Baseball at LSU (Baton Rouge, La.) Television - CSS and ESPN3/WatchESPN (Saturday and Sunday) Radio - Tide 99.1 FM (Tuscaloosa) and Crimson Tide Sports Network (CTSN) Video Streaming - LSUsports.net (Friday only - Subscription) Live Stats - LSUsports.com
Softball in the SEC Tournament (Columbia, S.C.) Television - ESPNU (Friday) ESPN 2 (Saturday) Radio - 95.3 FM (Tuscaloosa - all 3 days) and CTSN (Saturday) Video Streaming - www.watchespn.com or via the WatchESPN mobile app Live Stats - www.rolltide.com/sports/w-softbl/gametracker.html
Women's Tennis in the NCAA Tournament 1st & 2nd Rounds (Tuscaloosa) Live Scoring - www.rolltide.com/livestats/w-tennis/xlive.htm
Women's Golf in the NCAA Central Regional (Stillwater, Okla.) Live Scoring - golfstat.golfweek.com/tournaments/W/5230/NCAA%20D1%20Women's%20Central%20Regional/
Here's a summary of athletics events over the next several days (times listed are for the location of the event):
If you are in Tuscaloosa, Baton Rouge, Columbia, Stillwater or Jacksonville, please support the Tide. Let's all do our part to Keep the Tide Rising!