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By Bethany Kandel
While pregnancy can be exhausting as you carry the weight of a baby around with you and your feet and body swell to new proportions, somehow in the last few weeks many women get a sudden burst of vitality and drive. They use this nesting energy to get
the nursery in order and to clean and organize their homes from top to bottom – alphabetized spice rack anyone?
This pre-labor ritual takes on many forms as you'll see when moms and dads tell us how they channeled their nesting behaviors to get ready for baby:
"I thought the whole 'nesting' thing was a myth," says Natalie Malicoate of Choctaw, OK. "But it's not." She turned her anxiety into action. "I just started having these moments where I thought, we have no room for this baby. We need to go through this
entire house, room by room, and get rid of stuff."
So one afternoon when her husband took off for a jog, "I dug everything out of the pantry and all of our kitchen cabinets into the middle of our kitchen floor. I just started chucking perfectly good appliances and bowls into the trash."
Her husband calmed her down and they reorganized the kitchen, leaving an empty cabinet for baby stuff and putting aside most of what she wanted to trash for a future garage sale. He joked that he wasn't leaving the house again "because he didn't know
what else I would throw out while he was gone."
In the end, she notes, "We had more than enough room for baby."
Gina Kirk of Middleboro, MA, also became "an organization and cleaning queen" during the last months of her third pregnancy. "Pregnancy hormones took over. When I saw something out of place, it led to a full out organizing streak. I could be found tearing
apart dressers, closets and storage bins in order to neaten them up. I also couldn't go to bed at night unless all of my dishes were out of the sink, the floor vacuumed and my bigger kid's toys put away. One piece of lint and I was having a meltdown."
"Seems silly now," she says, "but I took it very seriously at the time."
The search for perfection sent Tracy Cutchlow of Seattle, WA, all over town. "I did so much research on all the baby gear. I knew exactly which high chair I wanted, which baby carrier, which diapers, which onesies, which leggings, which bathtub. I spent
so many hours on Craigslist. I rode the bus for an hour to pick up that bathtub. It was over the top."
The main benefit (beyond the bargains): "It was good to meet these other moms who were passing along their stuff. They always had a tidbit of advice."
Cutchlow says that nesting is an instinct humans share with mammals. "We not only prepare a place for our baby by cleaning and organizing, but we get more selective about whom we spend time with. We're seeking control over our environment and who
is allowed in it. It's protective."
For Mitzie Warner of Phoenix, AZ, nesting is a very welcome stage, since it took six years and five rounds of IVF treatment to get so close to having a baby. She's been "obsessed" over getting the baby's room in order for his expected July 2016 arrival.
"We've been waiting for this baby forever!" She wants the room decorated, with furniture in place and clothes in the closet so "all we have to do is bring baby home and we can focus on being present in the moment."
Even dads can have their own nesting instincts. Warner says her husband "nested in his own way. He got very involved with putting together the baby book for our firstborn. He spent hours online researching baby books so we could tell the baby's story.
We had tons of early ultrasound pics that most couples don't get so we just wanted the book to be perfect. So perfect in fact that I accidentally cut a picture crooked and my husband freaked out and went crazy to have it fixed."
New dad Matt Casady from Lehi, Utah, had his own pre-birth anxiety. "I remember feeling stressed out at times that we didn't have the baby's crib set up and that we didn't have a stockpile of diapers, etc. That scared me because I worried that he could
unexpectedly come a month early and I would have to be working to get his room ready at home while also trying to be with my wife in the hospital."
P.S. It all worked out fine... his 6-month-old son loves his room.
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By WhatToExpect.com
It's the couch potato's dream — burning up the calories of a five-mile run without leaving your lounge chair. And guess what? That dream is your reality now that you're breastfeeding your little tater tot. It's true — milk production burns
500 calories a day, which means that when you're breastfeeding, you'll get to eat an extra 500 calories a day (up from your pre-pregnancy numbers) to meet that need — just one of the many benefits of breastfeeding.
Hello, potato chips? Not exactly. Quality matters as much as quantity, especially if you expect to stay vertical during those long postpartum days (and even longer nights). The good news is that you're an old pro at eating well — what with all
the practice you've had for the past nine months during your pregnancy. The even better news is that eating well while breastfeeding is very much like eating well while expecting (see The Pregnancy Diet), with (best news of all) slightly more relaxed
rules. You'll still be aiming for plenty of healthy foods and steering clear of the less healthy ones (though there's more leeway for indulgences). Plus, while calories definitely count, you still won't need to count them — just follow the Breastfeeding
Diet as best you can:
Like eating well during pregnancy, eating well while breastfeeding entails getting the right balance of good (and good for you) food. Try to get the following each day:
Here's the great news: When you're breastfeeding, there's a lot more that can be on the menu than off. But (and here's the less great news), with caveats. It's fine to pop open the cork on that pinot noir you've been pining for (or flip the top on that
ale you've been aching for) — but within limits (a couple of glasses a week, preferably taken right after you nurse, rather than before, to allow a couple of hours for the alcohol to metabolize and for far less to reach your baby — use Milkscreen
to check the alcohol levels in your milk). Time to pick up your coffee habit where you left off? Depends on how hefty your habit was — more than a cup or two of joe can make junior jittery (and keep you both from getting any sleep). As for safe
foods after pregnancy, it's okay to reel in the sushi again, although you should continue to avoid high-mercury fish such as shark, tilefish, and mackerel, and to limit those that may contain moderate amounts of that heavy metal.
If you have a family history of allergies, it's probably wise to avoid peanuts and foods that contain them (and possibly other highly allergic foods, such as tree nuts — check with the doctor). Also watch out for herbs — even some seemingly
innocuous herbal teas. (Stick to reliable brands and choose flavors that are considered safe during lactation, including orange spice, peppermint, raspberry, red bush, chamomile, and rosehip.) Read labels carefully to make sure other herbs haven't been
added to the brew, and drink them only in moderation. And when it comes to sugar substitutes, aspartame is probably a better bet than saccharine (only tiny amounts of aspartame pass into breast milk), but Sucralose (Splenda) is considered safe and a good
all-round, low-calorie sugar substitute.
A few moms find that their own diet affects their babies' tummies and temperaments. While what you eat does indeed change the taste and smell of your milk (that happens for all mothers), that's actually a good thing, since it exposes your baby to many
different flavors. But some babies can be sensitive to certain foods. If you suspect that something in your diet is turning baby off his or her feed (or turning his or her tummy), try eliminating the food for a few days to gauge the response. Some of
the more common trouble makers are cow's milk, eggs, fish, citrus fruits, nuts, and wheat.
By Heather K. Scott, Tribune Content Solutions
What you feed your baby during the first year is essential to your child's healthy growth and development. These early nutrients are the building blocks on which your child's future health depends. Find out what foods the American Academy
of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends for your growing child.
Figuring out when to stop nursing or when to transition to finger foods can be confusing. In addition to the guidance from your pediatrician, we've collected important nutrition tips from The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the premier
source for baby care and health information (aap.org). These valuable feeding must-knows will help solidify a healthy foundation for your child's health.
The AAP recommends exclusively breastfeeding your baby for at least six months. Studies have proved that children who are breastfed for at least six months are less likely to be overweight or obese as they get older.
Breastfeeding can be difficult for many women. For those who chose not to, or are unable to breastfeed, bottle feeding with formula is an alternative.
According to the AAP, many families introduce complementary solid foods when baby is this age, particularly if the child seems fussy (this happens more often with formula-fed babies). Note: Try not to introduce solids prior to 4 months. The AAP associates
this with increased weight gain, both in infancy and early childhood
With your pediatrician's guidance, you can introduce your baby to 3-5 tablespoons of single-grain, iron-fortified cereal mixed with breastmilk or formula.
At around 4-8 months, you can also add pureed veggies, fruit and meats to your baby's diet. (Some doctors suggest starting with vegetables instead of fruit to prevent a preference for sweeter foods.
The AAP recommends introducing solid foods to your baby around 6 months of age.
Your baby is now developing a whole new set of feeding skills! To support further transitions into solids and self-feeding, the AAP shares the following:
From Mayo Clinic
Feeding a newborn is a round-the-clock commitment. It's also an opportunity to begin forming a bond with the newest member of your family. Consider these tips for feeding a newborn.
Breast milk is the ideal food for babies — with rare exceptions. If breast-feeding isn't possible, use infant formula. Healthy newborns don't need water, juice or other fluids.
Most newborns need eight to 12 feedings a day — about one feeding every two to three hours. Look for early signs of hunger, such as stirring and stretching, sucking motions and lip movements. Fussing and crying are later cues. The sooner you begin each feeding, the less likely you'll need to soothe a frantic baby. When your baby stops sucking, closes his or her mouth, or turns away from the nipple or bottle, he or she might be full — or simply taking a break. Try burping your baby or waiting a minute before offering your breast or the bottle again. As your baby gets older, he or she will take in more milk in less time at each feeding.
Ask your baby's doctor about vitamin D supplements for the baby, especially if you're breast-feeding. Breast milk might not provide enough vitamin D, which helps your baby absorb calcium and phosphorus — nutrients necessary for strong bones.
Your newborn won't necessarily eat the same amount every day. During growth spurts — often at two to three weeks after birth and again at six weeks after birth — your newborn might take more at each feeding or want to be fed more often. Respond to early signs of hunger, rather than keeping a strict eye on the clock.
You might worry that your newborn isn't eating enough, but babies usually know just how much they need. Don't focus on how much, how often or how regularly your newborn eats. Instead, look for:
Contact the doctor if your newborn isn't gaining weight, wets fewer than six diapers a day or shows little interest in feedings.
Hold your newborn close during each feeding. Look him or her in the eye. Speak with a gentle voice. Use each feeding as an opportunity to build your newborn's sense of security, trust and comfort.
If you're having trouble breast-feeding, ask a lactation consultant or your baby's doctor for help — especially if every feeding is painful or your baby isn't gaining weight. If you haven't worked with a lactation consultant, ask your baby's doctor for a referral or check with the obstetrics department at a local hospital.
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By Jay L. Hoecker, M.D., Mayo Clinic
By ages 4 months to 6 months, most babies are ready to begin eating
solid foods as a complement to breast-feeding or formula-feeding.
What's so magic about ages 4 months to 6 months? It's around this
time that babies typically stop using their tongues to push food out of
their mouths and begin to develop the coordination to move solid food
from the front of the mouth to the back for swallowing.
Keep in mind that waiting until age 6 months before introducing solid
foods to babies who are exclusively breast-fed can help ensure that
they get the full health benefits of breast-feeding.
Starting solids too early - before age 4 months - might:
Also, starting solids before age 4 months hasn't been shown to help babies sleep better at night.
Starting solids too late - after age 6 months - poses another set of issues. Waiting too long might:
Postponing solids - including highly allergenic foods - past 4 to 6
months of age also hasn't been shown to prevent asthma, hay fever,
eczema or food allergies.
In addition to age, look for other signs that your baby is ready for
solid foods. Can your baby hold his or her head in a steady, upright
position? Can your baby sit with support? If you answer yes to these
questions and you have the OK from your baby's doctor, you can begin
supplementing your baby's liquid diet.
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With all the food your child throws, mushes, and drops, feeding her can feel like a full-contact sport. These strategies will make mealtime less messy and "stress-y".
Ack! My child keeps dropping her spoon, then laughing as I pick it up
You might find this completely annoying, but to your toddler, it's the best game in the world, saysRobin Goldstein, Ph.D., professor of child development at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, and author of The New Baby Answer Book. "She's just delighted that you're engaging with her. Play along once or twice, then say, "Ooh, that was fun, but now let's play a different game!" Then pretend to be a "hungry bear," eat a bite of food, and say, "Can you show Mommy how a hungry bear eats?"
Ack! My child smears food everywhere
Your child is using all of her senses—especially touch—to figure out the world around her, so it's fine to let her be a Picasso with her peas once in a while (especially if you plan to put her straight in the tub after dinner). If she's putting more food in her hair than in her mouth, though, it's probably a sign that she's not hungry or she's bored, says Goldstein. Take her out of the high chair and let her crawl around or play with toys for a few minutes; then put her back and see if she wants any more food by placing just a tiny amount of food on the tray, like a couple of cubes of cheese or a spoonful of pasta.
Ack! My child likes to throw her food
When your baby flings pureed squash at the wall, keep your cool, but give a clear message that the behavior is inappropriate, says Goldstein. Say firmly, "No! You can throw a ball, but we do not throw food." Then remove her from the high chair for five or ten minutes to play with toys (and get her energy out) and try again. Also consider placing a plastic splat mat under the high chair to make clean up easier.
Ack! My child turns up her nose at new foods
Stick with tried-and-true favorites—then place just a bite or two of a new food on the tray every day until she's ready to go for it. Remember: It can take up to ten tries before a child accepts a new food.
And you thought you had strange cravings when you were pregnant? Check out the out-there things toddlers love to eat, as revealed by their moms on the HUGGIES Facebook community.
"My son once used orange sherbet for dipping his cheese puffs in."—Bethany F.
"My kid's fave is peanut butter and pickles."—Cindy F.
"My daughter will dip anything in mustard and ketchup. I think raisins dipped in ketchup is the weirdest combo I've seen."—Gretta S.
"My son likes ranch dressing on his pancakes."—Bethany K.
"Peanut butter and mayo—my daughter loves it."—Crystle C.
"Pizza and chocolate pudding."—Jennifer C.
"My baby likes lentil soup with cookies. Not crackers, cookies."—Diana M.
"Peanut butter and jelly with a slice of cheese. Totally gross to me, but he loves it. Could be worse, right?"—Danielle. W.
"Strawberries and ketchup. Gag."—Renee H.
"My 2-year-old likes orange juice in his Rice Krispies."—Sheryl M.
"Spaghetti with mustard, not sauce."—Jill. W.
"Peanut butter and jelly sandwich with onion dip to dip it in. YUCK!"—Cindy L.
See what parents are talking about on the HUGGIES Facebook community.
Like adults, kids just wanna have fun when it comes to food. Give them a good (and healthy!) mealtime with these ideas from New York City-based nutritionist Keri Glassman.
Alphabet grilled cheese: Make grilled cheese with whole-wheat bread; then use a cookie cutter to transform your sandwich into a heart, star, or the first letter of your child's name.
Creative roll-ups: Wrap pieces of cheese around carrot sticks or pieces of turkey around pretzel rods for fun twists on the same-old, same-old lunch. Bonus: This is one "recipe" kids can do themselves!
Ants on a log: Fill stalks of celery with peanut butter and sprinkle with raisins or dried cranberries for a fiber- and protein-rich snack.
Smiley burgers: Make hamburgers more appealing (and nutritious) by topping them with pepper slices as a mouth and peas for eyes. Serve the top bun on the side so kids can enjoy your artwork before taking a bite.
Mock sushi: Layer a whole-wheat tortilla with turkey, cheese, lettuce, and peppers. Then roll up the tortilla, cut it crosswise into sushi-style pieces, and see how cool it looks.
Baked potato bar: Give your child a cooled half-baked potato, and spread out toppings to pile on including plain yogurt or sour cream, chopped tomatoes, broccoli, and shredded cheese.
By David Eddie, The Globe and Mail
A close friend and I got pregnant at the exact same time. In the ensuing months, she tended to dominate our conversations with all that she had read and learned about babies and giving advice about child-rearing choices. Not only was it information overload but I wanted to figure things out for myself and get advice from people I selected (my mother, friends and family). When she found out that I had said "new moms are annoying," (I didn't think this was offensive since I was also a new mom) our conversations became combative. As we could both feel the tension, we e-mailed each other. I apologized but said I was just overwhelmed and asked if we could be friends like before without so much baby talk. She spewed back an e-mail saying maybe we can be friends when our kids are 18 and asked that I not e-mail her again. Perhaps we aren't meant to be pals but here is the issue: We are in the same group of friends. Our husbands are close as are our mutual friends. No one is picking any sides – they see it as an overblown mommy war. I thought I had put it behind me but now she has accused some of our friends of taking sides. Now, they are afraid of offending her if she finds out they're spending time with me. What could I have done differently?
Mom-fight! I'm not getting in the middle of one of those! I could lose an eye! (I kid – but I want to say this: In nature, the only thing scarier than an adult bear loping towards you is a baby bear gambolling in your direction. Happened to me once. I was frightened out of my boots! I knew mom wouldn't be far away, and she'd be coming to all kinds of conclusions about me being in the vicinity of her cub.
I got in the car and blasted out of there.)
On to your problem. I agree with you: New moms can be annoying – new dads, too – especially if they instantly turn into "sancti-mommies" and "sanctidaddies," getting all prescriptive about other people's "parenting choices," saying stuff like "We don't do pop" (actual quote from a sancti-mommy friend of a friend) when you offer them a soft drink and so forth.
Even if they're not pontificating about parenthood, I do think it's possible even in the most genial way to speak too much about your baby, and all the talk of strollers and which organic baby goo is best and what it looks like when it shows up in your baby's diaper can get tired fast.
Infuriating, even. I remember a friend of mine went away for a weekend with some new moms (and dads, I think) and by the end wanted to rip off his head and throw it out the window.
But here's the thing. You have to have show compassion, empathy and patience when it comes to people with fresh-minted offspring. People who have new babies, like people in the midst of renovations, become so consumed by the project at hand they can't think about anything else, thus can't talk about anything else.
(Me, I never talk about any renovations I might have under way, or my kids, unless I have something really witty and pithy to say – but not everyone has my discipline.)
I think you should just grin and bear it, for now. I mean, you're not having much success telling her to talk less about her baby. You're just ruffling her feathers. Is it such a hardship to smile and nod and act interested?
(Oooh, idea: get a pair of Google glasses, check your e-mails while she's talking.)
The other thing – and I only say this because of the way you framed your question ("What could I have done differently?") and because I've run afoul of this myself so many times – is: It's best, I've found, not to attempt to resolve arguments or convey anger or hurt via e-mail.
I don't know why. Maybe Marshall McLuhan could have explained it. But something about the medium seems to encourage flare-ups, distortion, posturing and friendship termination.
So if this is a friendship you want to hang on to, why not reach out to her in a friendly way, try to bury the hatchet. Face to face is best, ideally over a glass of chardonnay (now that you two can drink again!), and in a spirit of mutual empathy.
Life is (ideally) long, and, let's hope, so will your friendship be.
What's a couple of years spent smiling and nodding and listening to your friend talk about the interesting configuration she found in little junior's diaper the other day? It'll pass, and your patience will pay off in the end.
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By:Melanie Edwards
At every stage of a baby's life, parents worry they're not eating enough. Whether breastfed or bottle-fed, you often wonder if baby is drinking enough
milk. When they refuse the bottle or refuse to
, you instantly think something may be up. Though you probably attribute it to a lack of hunger, if it happens more than once, you definitely worry.
The same can be said once babies start eating solids. If baby doesn't finish his baby food, you again wonder why he won't eat. As toddlers, it's even
worse. Toddlers are so busy running, playing, and generally exploring the world, that they often refuse food or eat little meals at a time. I've
learned it's not so much that they're not hungry, but that they just generally get distracted.
I can tell you it doesn't get any better as your children grow older. I still worry about my almost-seven-year-old daughter if she doesn't eat too
much. But, I also keep in mind (with both her and her baby brother) that babies know if they're not hungry. They may not be able to tell you, but they
know if they need to eat or if they're too full.
So, as I offer food to my toddler, I keep an open mind and remember that if he refuses, he'll probably make up for it later. Here's how I keep myself
from going crazy about him not eating:
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Huge Scandinavian ferries, cruise ships, majestic windjammers and sailing yachts create the unmistakeable maritime flair of Schleswig-Holstein's state capital. The harbour is just a stone's throw away from the city centre. To the north of Kiel lies the Kiel Canal, the world's busiest artificial water route, with its impressive locks and Lock Museum.
Schleswig and the vikings
Situated at the end of the Baltic Sea fjord Schlei, the city of Schleswig has been one of the North's most important trading places since Viking times. Even today, you can feel what life was like at the peak of these long-gone times.
Cultural Highlights
Castles, parks and gardens
Schloss Gottorf is a must-see, as are the castles or stately homes in Eutin, Glücksburg, Husum and Wotersen. "The garden trails between the seas*" build up a picture of Schleswig-Holstein's garden culture and invite you to visit the gardens and parks between the North and Baltic Seas.
In the footsteps of art and artists
Emil Nolde's colourful paintings, Thomas Mann's insightful stories, Johannes Brahms's romantic music, James Kruss's youthful pranks – they all have a connection with the north. The artists and their works have homes in the land between the two coasts.
Musical bliss
Whether you see a famous wind ensemble in a barn, an accomplished string quartet in a minster, or a maestro pianist in a stately home, you're bound to enjoy the unique atmosphere of the Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival.
Each year, on 21 February, the Frisians come together for one of the most important folk festivals in the north. The "Biikebrennen", the great bonfire, used to be a way of bidding farewell to the whale catchers before they set off the next day, Saint Peter's Day. In addition, however, the roaring flames have always been held to drive out evil winter spirits.
Lighthouses – coastal symbols
The sense of wideness – a sense of security! Lighthouses are romantic places, full of stories and emotions. Schleswig-Holstein is a land of lighthouses!
Health and Fitness Holidays
Well – Being with the power of the sea
If one wants to enjoy the full healing power of the sea and combine holiday with health treatments and spas, then where could it be better than the North Sea and Baltic coast? "Thalassic" is the magic word.
Rediscovering ancient wisdom The Ancient Greeks knew how to look after them. They took full advantage of the healing power of the sea. And that's where the term "thalassa" comes from, meaning "sea". It is the use of the rich substances contained in the sea, such as vitamins, minerals and trace minerals as a therapy to relieve discomfort.
The best place for treatment is therefore in the bracing climate of the coast. Thalassic treatments help you leave your worries behind so that body and soul can enjoy deep relaxation.
A varied therapy programme
Schleswig-Holstein's coastal resorts on the North Sea and Baltic coast offer full thalassic well-being courses. These include all-round, medically approved therapy programs that support general health. Many health insurance policies contribute to the costs. Of course, these treatments complement other health and fitness activities such as Nordic walking or a round of golf. Thalassic treatments guarantee a healthy sense of relaxation for your everyday life.
Active Lifestyle and Nature
Cycle through the land of horizons
Extensive flat land, 12 well-developed cycle routesand a strong tailwind – Schleswig-Holstein is a paradise for cyclists. Pedal along on the dykes of the North Sea coast with a view over the Wadden Sea, gaze over the cliff lines of the Baltic Sea or cycle round idyllic lakes.
Seaside tee off
From blooming rapeseed fields in the middle of an enchanting lake landscape to direct views of the North Sea and Baltic Sea – golfing in the holiday land between the seas is nature at its purest! There are more than 60 courses where you can tee off.
Sailing on the North and Baltic Seas
With close to 300 sports boat harbours on the North and Baltic coasts, its rivers, the Greater Plon Lake and Ratzeburg Lake, the holiday land between the seas is considered a real paradise for water sport enthusiasts.
Experience the Wadden Sea National Park – first German World Natural Heritage
Since June 2009 the UNESCO has registered the Netherlands and the German Wadden Sea as World Natural Heritage. In Schleswig-Holstein tourists can experience this unique landscape in frequency of the tides on mudflats, hiking tours, or during excursions to islands and holms. With this nomination the Wadden Sea can be compared to the Grand Canyon or the Great Barrier Reef.
Tourism Marketing Organisations
For more information please contact one of the following Tourism Marketing Organisations of Schleswig-Holstein:
Schleswig-Holstein in general
Tourismus-Agentur Schleswig-Holstein GmbH
North Sea
Nordsee-Tourismus-Service GmbH
Baltic Sea and Holstein Switzerland
Ostsee-Holstein Tourismus e. V.
Marketingkooperation Städte in Schleswig-Holstein e. V.
Duchy of Lauenburg
Herzogtum Lauenburg Marketing & Service GmbH
Schleswig-Holstein Binnenland Tourismus e.V.
Farm holidays
Arbeitsgemeinschaft Urlaub auf dem Bauernhof in Schleswig-Holstein e. V.
Hotel and Restaurant Association
Hotel- und Gaststättenverband DEHOGA Schleswig-Holstein e. V.
Youth Hostels
Deutsches Jugendherbergswerk Landesverband Nordmark e. V.
Therapeutic holidays
Heilbäderverband Schleswig-Holstein e. V.
Verband der Campingunternehmer Schleswig-Holstein e. V.
Golf in Schleswig-Holstein GmbH
Tourismus-Agentur Schleswig-Holstein GmbH
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The shocking plot twist is a staple of TV fiction, especially in an era in which shows are competing for our attention with stuff like games, social media, and massive, massive amounts of free porn. The people who write non-naked characters have to keep us on our toes -- but, at the same time, they can't help dropping hints about their upcoming revelations when they know you're not paying attention. Probably because you're looking at porn.
Here are the game-changers you totally should have seen coming.
6Breaking Bad -- One Song Gives Away the Entire Ending
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The best part about Breaking Bad was that you never knew what the hell was going to happen next -- the show kept us constantly wondering, "How is that wacky Walter White gonna get out of this one?" By the time we reached the final episode (and that's your cue to scroll down to the next entry if you haven't seen it), Walter is on the lam for meth dealing, but he decides to return to New Mexico anyway to tie up loose ends. This includes setting up a drug-money trust for his son, saying goodbye to his wife, and gunning down some neo-Nazis in a meth lab.
Struck by a stray bullet, Walt takes one last nostalgic stroll around the meth lab before dropping dead. Man, who could have seen all of that coming?
Calling it "thematically inevitable" doesn't count as predicting it, Dan.
You, if you'd paid attention. Because the entire plot is revealed at the beginning of the episode. In the opening scene, while Walt is searching the glove compartment of the car he stole to go back to New Mexico, a cassette tape falls out: "El Paso," by Marty Robbins.
Robbins also sang the hit "Ti Pol," which played during the show's pilot.
Walt pops it into the tape deck and drives off, and check out what the lyrics are predicting for him:
I saddled up and away I did go, riding alone in the dark.
Maybe tomorrow, a bullet may find me.
Tonight nothing's worse than this pain in my heart.
Well, that doesn't bode well, but when you look at the story told by the rest of the lyrics, it gets downright spooky:
A cowboy falls for a girl named Felina -- which happens to be the title of the episode -- and, stealing a horse, flees town to New Mexico after he kills a man who threatens their relationship. Later, the outlaw returns, explaining, "My love is stronger than my fear of death," and during a shootout he is struck by a stray bullet. The cowboy dies in the arms of Felina, his true love. Just like Walt died accompanied by his true love: no, not his wife or his family. Meth.
5 Arrested Development -- The Company Mole Is Revealed in a Throwaway Joke
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If you're not a fan of Arrested Development and can't understand why the Internet won't shut up about it, the following might clue you in. In short, the show was a complex, rapid-fire succession of hidden background references, call-backs, and in-jokes that are easy to miss even on the 10th viewing. The first time you catch one of them, you feel like you're in the club with the cool kids. Like the ridiculous plot twist below that, in reality, the show spent more than a year setting up.
They plan a year in advance? Then how do they respond to audience feedback?!
At the end of Season 3, in what would have been the series finale had those impertinent upstarts at Netflix not meddled with the wishes of the gods of television, it's revealed that the person responsible for most of the Bluth family's misfortunes is a minor throwaway character who'd only been in a few scenes -- the family's adopted child from Korea, whom they ignorantly call Annyong (since that's the Korean word for "hello," the first thing they heard him say).
In the big twist, it's revealed that the kid had been a mole for the Securities and Exchange Commission, which is investigating the Bluth Company for fraud. Even more shockingly, it also turns out the Bluths have been more right about Annyong's name than we thought: He's actually called "Hel-loh," which is Korean for "One Day," and he says he's been plotting vengeance against the Bluth family from the beginning for stealing his real family's idea of opening a stand to sell frozen bananas.Why We Should Have Seen It Coming:
We know he's telling the truth about the "from the beginning" part because, more than a year earlier in the Season 2 episode "Afternoon Delight," Michael Bluth finds the family banana stand has been vandalized. Did you notice what the graffiti said?
No, not "dick." That would be redundant.
It appears to read "I'll get u Bluth," and underneath that, you can just make out the word "Hello." Or, you know, "Annyong." On the same episode, it's also mentioned that Lucille sent Annyong/Hel-loh to boarding school to teach him a lesson, though she can't remember what, so we know he had a reason to be pissed off. They might as well have written "mole" across his che-
... oh. That's from even earlier in Season 2, by the way. So, yeah, in retrospect that was kind of obvious.
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Ozzie Guillen Answered my Question! Happy 75th Birthday Sandy Koufax!
A while back when the Dodgers got Uribe, I posted a question on Ozzie Guillen's blog. He responded! Thanks Ozzie!
Q: Since the Dodgers have Juan Uribe and he played for the White Sox, what can you tell us about him?
A: Uribe is awesome. He may look like a little Buddha, but he is an amazing baseball player. I think he is so good because he is not afraid of the moment. He really is fearless, maybe because he has no idea how big the moments actually are! (haha) I only kid with him because that's my boy, and he will be great for the Dodgers.
As I always say, keep the questions coming!
Until next time …
— Ozzie
Haha. Ozzie is funny. If you want to sent Ozzie any question, go to his blog at http://ozzie.mlblogs.com/
Happy Birthday Sandy Koufax! Our Sandy turns 75 today December 30th?
I have a friend who is a big Cardinal fan in town so I've been busy.
Tuesday: We went to Portos in Burbank, Dodger Stadium, The San Antonio Winery, Philippes, Olvera Street, Union Station.
Wednesday: The Equestrian Fest in Burbank, lunch at a Honduran restaurant (Lempiras) and the Griffith Observatory.
Thursday: We are going to Santa Barbara with another Cardinal fan who has a blog here then coming back to Woodland Hills to go to Jeff Suppan's restaurant "Soup's Grill"
Friday: ???? Sandi: What are we doing Friday? Maybe help decorate a float and then ???
Saturday: The Rose Parade.
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That's so neat that he answered your question and that his response sounds so funny and genuine. It's hard to believe that Koufax is 75! And that sounds like quite a week you have planned. Porto's (guava and cream cheese, soooo yummy!), Philippes, Olvera street and a trip up to Santa Barbara too? Nice! Enjoy the Rose Parade and Happy New Year!
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Busy is right, Emma. Wow. I left you a response to your question about SB on my blog, but in case you missed it, I said you should dress warmly today for your trip up here. It's absolutely freezing with very high winds! You'll love the Mission; it's one of my favorite places. And while I don't know of any wineries right here in the city, if you have time you should drive to Santa Ynez with your friends – only another 45 min or so – and go to Sunstone Winery. It's picturesque and the wine is fab.
Way to go Emma!
I guess you are going to be our ace reporter with the Ozzie connection now.
Still such a great thing that he was so open and honest about Uribe. That must make you feel more secure about the signing since Ozzie popped his stamp on him.
Sandy K is 75. I swear he is one of those old baseball guys I would give my left arm for to just talk the game with for an hour. Not just about what he has done, but what he feels about today's athlete and the way the game has transformed.
Still, I hope, wish and pray I can someday also hit that beautiful 75 mark too. Again Happy Birthday Sandy!
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Only Ozzie would get away with calling someone Buddha…LOL That was awsome!
Happy New Year, Emma!
Nice picture of my most favorite Dodger. Haven't commented in a while, but haven't forgotten you. Have a great New Year, happy and healthy and maybe the four of us,(you, me, Joe, and the Dodgers), will meet again somewhere this year.
I saw the photos from the Rose Parade – nice! I missed it on TV, which didn't make homesickness even tolerable.
Ozzie's MLBlog is funny. Even funnier is his Twitter account. There's no translation editor – just raw unfiltered thoughts in Spanish *and* English.
…and, Sandy's looking great at 75!
Happy New Year!
– Randy
I have not had time to post here and peruse my favorite blogs, forums. buzy as a bee I've been.
Yeah, that was so neat that Ozzie responded! Hard to believe Koufax is 75! And among the things I ate at Portos in Bubank was a guava cream cheese pastry! Yummy! My friend Sandi wanted to go back for the potato balls but there was no time left.
I did read your response in your blog and here while my friend Julie (she has a blog here that she updates every once in a while and she has posted in yours) was driving to Santa Barbara. We did go to the Santa Barbara mission. It is beautiful there. Sandi took some nice pictures.
Thank you so much for the recomendations!
You are too kind🙂 Hey! you could run into Koufax in Florida. He does goes to some Spring Training games there. That would be awesome if you could chat with him. He would see what a great knowledgeable, faithful fan you are.
Happy new year to you too. And you are right, only Ozzie would get away with calling Uribe Buddha. I cracked up when I read that!
So good to read you hear again! I like your thinking of the four us (Joe, you the Dodgers and I) meeting somewhere this year. I was so glad that I got to see you and Joe at Fenway when our beloved Bums were there! Good memories of 2010!
Happy New Year! I loved the Ronald Reagan float. The eagle on top and the pictures they depicted of him as an actor, with Nancy, on a horse, as an announcer were magnificent! They did an outstanding work with that float. It is really a treat to watch them up close at the Victory Park. You appreciate more the work when you have time to watch all the detail.
They have Rose Parade workers there at the float answering questions. I recognized the lady working at the Ronald Reagan float! She works at Dodger Stadium as an usher in the dugout seat area. Although I don't sit there, I talked to her since I am on the first row of the field level where I watch batting practice so she recognized me right away.
I think I also follow Ozzie on Twitter but I'll double check.
Happy New Year to you too Randy!
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Cisco Videoscape Distribution Suite for Internet Streaming (VDS-IS) is the latest enhanced version of the solution previously known as Cisco Content Delivery System for Internet Streaming. It distributes, caches, and delivers managed content across multiple devices with broad support across leading applications, available bit rate (ABR) formats, and networks.
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Expand your hardware options with hard drive or solid-state cache servers either at the data center or in the network. Or, in an offering that only Cisco can currently deliver, expand with ones integrated with your existing Cisco ASR 9000 Series Aggregation Services router. Other strategic advantages include:
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Massage therapists are very fortunate that there are so many individuals offering their expertise through Facebook and other internet channels. This gives you the power of comparison shopping, not only for ideas and processes that appeal to you but if you choose to pay for their services, to find the one that speaks directly to you. You need to choose the one you are comfortable with, that you find easy to understand, the one that demonstrates that they can relate to you one-on-one.
They all come in different flavors! Some are very direct and to the point, others have become certified coaches and tend to teach through structured methods, some prefer to help with specific issues as they arise, and a few just need to stop. There truly is someone for everyone's particular style of learning.
Business mentors are invaluable for massage therapists. It's an ever-changing and expanding craft we have chosen to pursue and we all need some assistance. If you can't afford to hire one, at least network with them, they are good people to know and follow on Facebook.
A good mentor should challenge you to step outside your comfort zone, but not force the issue, the great ones will have you stepping out of your zone before you even realize it. They will offer you support and often some tough love if you need it. My favorites are the ones who are quick to say "I need to get back to you on that". The best mentors are also the best students, they never stop learning and are always willing to share their knowledge and experiences. These people have been, and in most cases, are still in the trenches and on multiple levels. Be sure to check out their credentials so you can better understand their perspectives on your practice.
The least effective mentors will tend to be over opinionated, highly emotional and talk more about themselves and their achievements. Remember, there is no "I" in massage. Fortunately, from what I can determine, they are very few in numbers. While their comments may appear perfectly sound, it doesn't take much thought to see that they fall short of being entirely accurate. Not always a terrible thing, but it's as if they only see one side of a double-edged sword.


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(Bluefield)—The BSC Student Association of Radiographers recently donated $1000 to the Upper Big Branch Family Fund. The UBB Family Fund was created to provide scholarships to the children and families of the 29 miners who perished in the tragic mining accident in Montcoal, WV.
The BSC students involved in the project sold memorial bracelets to honor the fallen miners and to show support of their families. The students raised $700 from the sale of these bracelets and contributed an additional $300 to bring the total donation to $1,000. Sarah Hughes Welch, a 2010 graduate of the program, headed up this endeavor.
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Neil Young in Milwaukee for daughter's wedding celebration
Singer-songwriter Neil Young will be in the Milwaukee area next week for the pre-wedding ceremonies of his daughter Amber Jean Young to a man with local ties.
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Milwaukee Film Festival tributes to Zuckers, Abrahams, indie directors Granik, Curry
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Joyce Garbaciak new 5 p.m. co-anchor at WISN-TV
Joyce Garbaciak has been named co-anchor of the WISN-TV (Channel 12) 5 p.m. newscast with Toya Washington.
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India Garden to open in the former Open Hearth restaurant in Tosa
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'All Our Tragic' distills 32 Greek plays into 12 hours of probing humanity
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Top of the Charts: Taylor Swift shakes up chart, Danny Gokey still on top
The Billboard prognosticators were right. With the pop rocket known as Taylor Swift launching, the six week Billboard Hot 100 chart-toppers, Magic!, had no chance for a seventh. Watch the video for Swift's new big hit below see which songs were number on top this week back in 2009, 1999, 1989 and 1979.
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Comedian Tig Notaro, Kinks' Dave Davies playing Turner Hall Ballroom shows
Turner Hall Ballroom Tuesday announced two upcoming shows: one with a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, the other featuring a stand-up who has made waves in the comedy world.
Tig Notaro, a past contributor on "This American Life,"headlines Turner Oct. 23. Notaro famously performed a set at Los Angeles club the Largo in 2012, the day after cancer was discovered in her breasts. Louis C.K. praised the performance as one of the greatest he had ever seen, and made the recording available under his website under the name "Live"; it sold 60,000 copies in a week, and significantly increased Notaro's popularity. »Read Full Article
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Well, the band Flight of the Conchords at the center of the cult HBO comedy series didn't exactly put New Zealand music on the map (songs with titles like "The Most Beautiful Girl (in the Room)" are kind of destined for failure, aren't they?) But Lorde definitely did, and that opens up doors for other associated acts from her homeland to break out--groups like Broods.
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text: Dr. Zahi Hawass, Fake Chamber Scandal 0x6a656666 posted:4/21/2011 1:20:47 AM Dr. Zahi Hawass, Fake Chamber Scandal Only days after being sentenced to a year's jail sentence, former Egyptian Minister of Antiquities "Zahi Hawass" could be in trouble yet again, evidence has emerged that he may have staged a false project, live on T.V. to fool the people of Egypt, and the world! Read more: http://newsflavor.com/world/middle-east/dr-zahi-hawass-fake-chamber-scandal/ A good read. Nicely presented evidence, too. narxes posted:4/21/2011 4:53:29 AM darn that man. prehaps even he is just 1 of the meany puppets who knows,Swamptick posted:4/21/2011 7:09:06 AM I always kind of liked him.itscrazytime posted:4/21/2011 8:13:52 AM I always kind of like him too...gah!LincolnGenghis posted:5/3/2012 7:01:46 PM Jaxerback posted:5/3/2012 7:37:52 PM I have a headache..2 shafts,remember!LincolnGenghis posted:5/12/2012 5:08:07 PM cosmickate posted:6/16/2012 4:12:20 PM Ha Ha! Its about time he got his. He has barred so many scholars from any field research of HIS Egypt for so many years. Archaeologists, geologists etc. have already proven that Egypt is MUCH older. Never allowing the possibility of advancing our knowledge on such a vast subject. If anyone made a discovery, he would always swoop in just as its unvieling took place and was being filmed. Making it appear as if he did the work. He is a profound jerk to keep Egypt from us this long and I hope he can wonder how and who built his cell. Please log in or become a member to add a post.


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That may be the best way to describe some of the work of the City of Fort Collins' Urban Renewal Authority at the moment.
As recently reported by our Molly Armbrister, the URA is considering requiring businesses that are located within urban renewal zones to make their buildings environmentally friendly in order to qualify for tax-increment financing.
Buildings would have to be LEED silver-certified by the U.S. Green Building Council.
Talk about giving with one hand and taking with the other. Adopting this approach would, at a minimum, mean adding thousands of dollars to even the most modest project.
Fortunately, this is just an idea at the moment and the City Council would have to sign off before it becomes policy.
On this issue, the council would do well to heed former Mayor Ray Martinez, a member of the executive board of the South Fort Collins Business Association.
His common-sense response to the notion: Requiring LEED certification sounds like good policy but it's just too expensive for most small businesses.
Such a change could discourage ever better-financed developers from proposing projects in the URAs.
The URA will be holding a series of public meetings on the topic in coming weeks.
We're all for saving the planet, but the URA staff's enthusiasm for a "greener" city, at least in this case, needs to be reined in.
It's one thing to establish incentives and altogether something else to mandate.
The URA shouldn't expect much, if any, support from the business community on this one.
In discussing the use of force by his officers in general terms, Fort Collins Police Chief John Hutto makes a compelling point:
Officers, he said, have used some sort of force about 70 times in the past year while handling about 24,000 calls for service.
That's clearly a very low ratio. It doesn't, however, clear the officer who was captured recently on camera shoving a Loveland man backward in Old Town Square.
The incident, which remains under investigation by the police department, also raises important questions about closing times for Old Town bars and restaurants.
Aren't we simply asking for trouble when the bars all close at the same hour? The result is a mad rush of people, many of whom have had too much to drink, pouring out into the streets at the same moment.
It's an approach that obviously raises the potential for confrontations. At least one solution seems fairly evident:
Stagger the closing times of the bars.
The owners of these businesses will protest. They all naturally want to stay open until the last possible moment.
But the stampede of glassy-eyed idiots looking for trouble needs to end. Staggering closing times means they would trickle out of the bars over the course of an hour or two, rather than have hundreds, if not thousands, stumbling out at the same instant.
The old argument against staggered closings is that there's nothing to stop sozzled testosterone from jamming into the next joint. But the answer to that isn't so complicated: station bouncers at the doorways to bar entry to anyone clearly inebriated.
The city also should allow the bars to stay open later. A 2 a.m. closing for a lot of night owls just means racing to get sauced.
So let's let the bars stay open until 4 a.m. or even 5 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and stagger closing times.
Bar owners might end up making a little more money and the police will have fewer drunks to handle all at once.
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Jonathan Amell, 20, pleaded innocent Thursday in Washington County criminal court to felonious sexual assault on a victim under age 16. If convicted, he faces a maximum of 20 years in prison and a $10,000 fine.
According to the police affidavit, the girl said she, Amell and two friends were all playing hide-and-seek at the Montpelier Recreation Field in October. The girl told police she went into the bathroom and into a stall. Police said she told them Amell then came into the bathroom, crawled under the stall door and forced her to have sex with him.
The girl told police she repeatedly told Amell no and to stop, but that he did not and kept saying, Its OK.
When questioned by police, Amell denied having sex with the girl and said she was like a sister to him, according to the affidavit.
Amell is already facing charges of having sexual contact with a girl in November 2011. According to the police affidavit in that case, the girl told police Amell forced her to the ground and had sex with her. The girl told police she told Amell no a few times, but that Amell repeatedly told the girl he loved her.
Police said that when they questioned Amell, he admitted there was sexual contact between him and the girl but said she had initiated it and that it involved only her hand.
Amell is already facing a sex assault charge from an incident in December. According to the affidavit in that case, Amell and a girl were drinking at Bert Wendels house in Middlesex and the girl got extremely intoxicated.
The girl said she and Amell went outside for a cigarette and that Amell asked her if she wanted to have sex, according to police. The girl said she turned him down, police said, but the next thing she remembered was walking into the woods and having sex with Amell.
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Christopher Chico, 26, pleaded innocent this week in White River Junction criminal court to two counts of false swearing. He was released personal recognizance.
Chicos late father, Gregory, was 48 when he killed himself last August, police said. His home on Route 103 in Rockingham was gutted by fire in July 2011, police said, and hed had trouble depositing the insurance check because it also needed the signature of his estranged wife.
Police said the improperly endorsed check was allowed to be deposited at One Credit Union in Springfield in November 2011 based on Gregory Chicos false statements to bank employees. He immediately withdrew the $90,000 and put it in a different bank, police said.
The insurance company refused to honor the check, police said, and an employee at One Credit Union was eventually fired for allowing the deposit in violation of policy.
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You can just admit you were upset we lost, and you said something really stupid. or not, whatever.I really hope that the Knicks lose every single game of the rest of the season, trade their number 1 pick for Kwame Brown, I also hope that they don't sign anybody in the 2010 free agency, and that they suck for the next 20 years.I quit being a Knicks fan.
It all depends obviously on who we pick up in 2010..games like this that make you want to get 2 maxes at all costs. then again, i'd rather just get James so Nate and James can show Wade whats up, in his house.
Let it go. The faker is talking in circles and is to damn arrogant to listen to us
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Personally, I'd prefer we build the team up, little by little, this time with a little more intelligence: sign some young, hungry talent, a couple of veteran bigs, who can serve as a strong foundation to what we want to do, a couple of good backcourt guys. Signing big names is not what worked for us, back when we drafted Ewing. It's all about having a good big man, in this league. If we get D-Wade, we still won't have that, and we'd simply become a mediocre team, instead of a horrible one.
Case in point, the Lakers. Prior to the Lakers obtaining Gasol, Kobe was even talking about getting traded out of LA, the team was floundering, missing the playoffs once and getting bumped a couple of other times. Enter Gasol, and they're all of a sudden a juggernaut, rolling over most of their opponents. What's the difference in their lineup, other than the addition of a great big like Gasol? Nothing. Gasol, though not a great shot blocker, is competent and works hard to alter shots, he's also great in the post and facing the basket. He's given Kobe the help he needs.
If we don't want the same thing that happened to Marbury to happen to another talented guard (if we can get one), though if we get James or Wade, we will at least get into the playoffs, we better get some support for him. Marbury could have done better, during his time in the NBA, but he always played for crap teams, who gave him very little support. Even Crawford has had that problem. As can be seen from the Allan Houston era, a good guard cannot help you win, if he has no help.
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I don't really take internet personalities serious when they decide to talk smack about my screen name or my account.Knick fans have the right to love their team and they have the right to bash their team when they lose.Well if you think there has been much to celebrate about during this last decade then you are perhaps delusional and can't stand criticism from a real Knicks fan.Listen I've sat through crappy season after crappy season for every single year.Did I go ahead and change my TV to the YES network and root for Jason Kidd while the Nets were winning because of it? No, I rooted for guys like Vin Baker, Clarence Weatherspoon, and Jerome James to have good games and lead the Knicks to some wins.If you want to hang around Knick fans that only say positive things than hang out by yourself or create your own website because every Knick fan has the right to express their opinion on here whether they rip the Knicks or not.This is Knicksonline.com not StreetDreams21online.com.How dare you come in here and act like an internet thug.Maybe that behavior works for you in the hood but it sure looks foolish in a forum.
Our defense was stagnant and our offense died out, Nate lost his composure and that threw his game off. Hughes had a pretty good game, sucked that we collapsed in the end.
What the guy said is not stupid, you're just being a little self righteous. The truth is that people do get tired of seeing a team lose, or with whatever other problem, and they simply change the channel and stop watching, usually only for a while, until things become stable. This is different than jumping on some other team's bandwagon.
For example, after Ewing got traded, for Glen Rice, simply because he had asked for an extra year on his contract, after which he said he'd retire, something the Knicks looked at as an impediment to all of the success they believed they could achieve with Camby, I stopped watching, for about five years, out of disgust at the Knicks' lack of loyalty. It happens. We're not talking about a wife and children, here. Don't get so emotional.


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Thirty-five years after graduating with a BFA in Acting, I was going to my first commercial audition in NYC. This was the real deal, arranged for me by an agent who was taking a chance on an actress who had not taken a chance in 35 years.
Ann Berlin has been "in the business" at least as long as I have been "out" of it. When she agreed to represent me, I was full of giddy anticipation of the opportunities ahead. I wasn't angling for a lead on Broadway so much as hoping for a role as a bag lady on "Law & Order" or in a commercial selling long-term care insurance.
I spent the weekend before the audition getting ready. As a rule, I spend more time grooming my Schnauzer's eyebrows than my own, so professional help was needed. While I was at it, the brow wax was extended to my chin and points in-between. The make-up brush I use for stage makeup was prepped and cleaned for face powder. I put my missing tooth crown back in for luck.
The differences between a commercial audition and a community theater audition are numerous. For one, the people auditioning you don't know your family and your family dog. They neither know nor care how good or awful you were in your last role and they could not care less about your hopes and dreams for the future. They want you in and out quickly and smoothly: "...Next!"
I arrived at the casting office on Madison Avenue a few minutes before my audition slot. I had picked a nice neutral outfit for the occasion: gray slacks with a plum sweater and gray pearl earrings. My shoes were comfortable black flats. Apparently every mature actress in New York has the same outfit. So much for standing out in the crowd.
There wasn't time to check my makeup in the ladies room but I had been careful not to eat or drink anything. I hadn't even licked my lips.
The casting office was out of Central Casting, all sleek and modern and well-lit (a little too well-lit for me, I thought.) I managed to walk through the towering glass doors without incident and approached the two sullen 20-somethings at reception. "I'm here for the Optimum commercial," I said optimistically. The female 20-something glanced in my direction and pointed to a computer terminal on the counter. "Sign in," she said with disdain.
Undeterred by technology, I began the cyber process until the question "Who is your agent?" with a long drop-down menu of names appeared. "Uh, excuse me, what if my agent isn't listed here?" I said as beads of sweat trickled down my torso.
"Who's your agent?" bored girl said gruffly.
"Ann Berlin," I said.
"Manager, not an agent," she said with the fewest number of syllables available to her.
"What should I do?"
"Call her."
Presciently predicting such a roadblock, Ann had rescheduled a physical therapy appointment to be available by phone during my audition. "Let me talk to her," she said with all the authority of a big-city talent agent. Meekly, I handed my phone to the girl in power. After a few grunts, she handed it back and said, "Sign in," pointing to the computer screen. Without further instruction, I checked "freelance" on the box next to the agent question and sat down.
I looked at the script. It was a dialogue, one male, one female. I studied the female. Her first line was "Yep." There were five lines in all. All "Yep." Great, I thought. I don't even have to read this. A few minutes later it registered. I would have to express all my intention, character, humor and meaning in five repetitive utterances. Before I had a chance to absorb this, the door opened and a director peered at me. "...Next!"


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Perugina Luisa Dark Chocolate Bar - 3.5oz - (Pack of 6)Dark Chocolates
Perugina chocolates come from an Italian tradition of passion and style. The Company selects only the finest cocoa beans, roasting and blending them to perfection. This...$26.40$26.40Add to cart
Perugina Baci Chocolates - 10 Pc-Vista Box - 5oz - (Pack of 3)Dark Chocolates
Baci are silky dark chocolates with a heart of creamy blend of milk chocolate and hazelnuts slivers crowned with a whole roasted hazelnut. Each confection is individually...$33.50$33.50Add to cart
Perugina Baci Chocolates - 15 Pc-Box - 7.5ozDark Chocolates
Baci are silky dark chocolates with a heart of creamy blend of milk chocolate and hazelnuts slivers crowned with a whole roasted hazelnut. Each confection is individually...$20.40$20.40Add to cart