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1. Have beauty pageants lost their allure?
No - I believe not. I think that the media does not give pageantry as much positive publicity any more. However, they are very much the same as they used to be. People think it's all about swimwear and having a nice body and a beautiful face but you have to be able to speak in public and interview and it really is about inner beauty. It's a lot about charity.
2. Why do they still have the bikini section then?
They have to. It's a franchise here and it's always been a traditional part of the pageant. Now they call it beach fashion and you can wear a sarong or whatever if you want to. And it's the tiniest part of the competition. We rehearsed for five months for the pageant and [the swimwear section] was 40 seconds on the night.
3. So the perception of the pageant is wrong?
I think people are just uneducated about it. They think that's all it is.
We try and get good media surrounding it but it doesn't always work out. We were going to go on breakfast TV to explain how charity was a big part of the pageant but the weather guy wanted us to wear bikinis. I wasn't surprised because obviously that's what he thinks people want to see. But to be there saying "it's about inner beauty" while wearing a bikini would just prove what people think. We said no, and we didn't do it.
4. What did your father think about you entering?
He was really supportive. He was the same as the general public of New Zealand - his first question was about the swimwear and whether I wanted to do that. But when he saw me doing rehearsals for five months and how I changed, he became more and more supportive. Someone said to him the other day, "how does it feel to not be the most famous Langsford?"
5. How would you describe your childhood?
I travelled a lot, whether it was skiing in Queenstown or swimming in Fiji. I had a very fortunate childhood and am very grateful for it still today. I loved my school and was involved in everything. Music, swimming, the arts, languages and even academic groups.
6. And there was lots of art?
I was surrounded by lots of artists. I grew up with them really. Dick Frizzell, Karl Maughan, Max Gimblett. Uncle Max I call him. I got an email from him the other day congratulating me and saying he wants to host me in New York on my world tour.
7. What does feminism mean to you?
Equality of females and males. Being socially equal. It's a good thing obviously but [women my age] don't talk about it. We can see we are equal now and there's no doubt women will be out working. I don't know one person who just wants to get married and not work. Generally speaking, I think we are equal so there's no need to talk about it.
8. What would be your ideal life at age 30?
I am a huge family person. So my dream would be to be married with three children and working part-time for a large corporate company in marketing or advertising either here or overseas. New York!
9. Do you worry about the social pressures on girls these days?
I think the biggest one is body issues. Having been through modelling and school I'd say that's the big thing. I haven't caved in to the social pressure to be stick-thin. I'm a healthy size 10. I think it's moving away from being really thin to be more of a healthy look where you go to the gym and eat well. Your school group and your parents influence you a lot and you can be strong and be against those social pressures.
10. What's it like working as a casino hostess?
We work in different areas - the Platinum Room, 8, sometimes you MC events. It's a great job. As a hostess we welcome the guests and take them to their table then serve them drinks for the night. It's incredibly social which I love. You talk to all kinds of people from all over the world. Heaps of them know I'm Miss New Zealand now.
11. Have you had any marriage proposals?
That's one thing I haven't had. You get everything else there ...
12. Do you think there will always be a place for beauty contests?
I believe there should and will always be a place for beauty contests. They are a lot about inner beauty and personality and I think that the journey of a pageant will never leave a young girl. I cross my fingers Miss World will go on forever as the opportunities for the women of the world are endless.


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Yesterday, after I posted the first part of this subject, we got a lot of interesting comments! Go check out the post if you haven't seen it: The Eight Biggest Laundry Mistakes.
Now, let us continue.
The red sock mistake. How many of use have accidentally let a red sock or other item in with the lights or whites, which means again that you'll have that pink underwear.
Not checking for stains before washing. My husband frequently comes home with pen marks on his shirts. With a little careful pretreatment, I can usually get them out, but not if they have already been through the regular wash and, yikes, the dryer.
Leaving wet clothes in the washer. Sometimes I will leave clothes in the washer overnight so I can dry them first thing in the morning. I can't run the washer in the morning because of showers, so this technique can sometimes help me catch up with laundry. But, if I get distracted, there is the potential of forgetting that the clothes are there in the washer, still wet. This leads to a mildew mess that has to be rewashed a few times. Yuck.
Washing everything in hot or warm water. Washing everything in hot water can prematurely break down the fibers. Washing in cold also helps save money on your energy bill. Separate clothing out by the things that really require hot water to ensure that you've killed allergens or get underwear really clean, and wash the rest in cold.
Running the washer without clothing in it. When my husband does laundry, this is usually the mistake he often makes. It happens when you start the washer filling, add the detergent and then get distracted before the clothing is added. One way to help combat this mistake is to leave the lid of the washer open, so it is obvious that you haven't completed loading the washer.
Are there any other laundry mistakes that I might have missed?
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Updated Compass offers new case studies, updated map data, and enhanced search functions
WASHINGTON, July 17, 2012—USDA today unveiled an updated version of its Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food Compass. The KYF Compass is an interactive web-based document and map highlighting USDA support for local and regional food projects through successful producer, business and community case studies.
"Local food is a rapidly growing trend in American agriculture. It offers additional market opportunities for farmers, ranchers and food business entrepreneurs while enabling consumers to develop a deeper understanding of where their food comes from and how it is produced," said Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan. "The new stories and data in the 2.0 version of the Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food Compass offer a comprehensive look at the impact local food is having across the country."
The updated version includes new case studies and additional mapped data, including locations of farmers markets, food hubs, and meat processing facilities. The map also features enhanced search functions that allow for easier navigation.
To celebrate the release of the Compass 2.0, USDA and the White House Office of Public Engagement are co-hosting a Google+ Hangout on Tuesday, July 17, at 3 pm EDT. The event will be moderated by Deputy Secretary Merrigan and White House Director of Public Engagement Jon Carson. The Hangout will feature women leaders in local food from around the country and can be viewed on www.Whitehouse.gov/live or on the White House Google+ Page. USDA will also host a follow-up #ASKUSDA Twitter chat on local food and the Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food Initiative on Thursday, July 24, at 1:30 pm.
In September 2009, USDA launched the Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food initiative to coordinate USDA resources and expertise on local and regional food systems. In February, 2012, USDA first released the KYF Compass to document the ways in which USDA has collaborated across its 17 agencies and additional offices, enhanced transparency and met congressional mandates from the 2008 Farm Bill on local and regional food. KYF is not a separate USDA program or agency. It is a management initiative to increase inter-agency coordination.
For more information, visit the Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food website at www.usda.gov/knowyourfarmer or join the conversation on Twitter by using the hash tag #KYF2.
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text: By- Anthony Ng, MDDomestic abuse is a public health crisis that has recently gained more attention. In a report from the US Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF), published in the recent Annals of Internal Medicine, it recommended that all women of childbearing age be screened for abuse, and women who screen positive should be provided or referred to intervention services. A survey from CDC in 2011 which interviewed about 16500 adults in 2010 showed 1 in 3 women was a victim of domestic violence. It is suspected that this number may actually on the low side as there may be widespread under-reporting of abuse. Last year, domestic violence accounted for almost half of all homicide cases in the state of Maine. Domestic abuse comes in many forms. They may include not only physical abuse, but also sexual and emotional abuses, intimidation, stalking and even economic deprivation. Additionally, while this report focused on women of childbearing age, it is important to recognize that domestic violence also known as spousal abuse or intimate partner violence (ITF) can occur in any person including males. Domestic abuse is often under-reported. Reasons may include victims minimizing the abuse. There may be stigma to being identified as a victim of domestic abuse. Such abuses can occur in all walks of life. Some victims may fear reporting domestic abuse may lead to more abuse and violence or perhaps abandonment from the abusers. Some victims may actually blame themselves for the abuse, thinking it is their fault for the abuse. There may also be under-detection and screening for domestic abuse. Lastly, there may not be enough resources in communities, such as shelters for victims, to address the issue of domestic abuse even when such abuses are identified. Domestic abuse is not limited to women. Males are also at risk of domestic abuse. However the data in this group remains sparse. It is widely under-reported with stigma likely being a major reason. There are some identifiable risk factors for abuse. They include individuals with physical or emotional disabilities being victims, young age, substance abuse, marital conflict and instability, economic and work stress. Domestic abuse can lead to significant physical and emotional concerns. Victims of domestic abuse can lead to increased risk of physical injuries and illnesses. It can also lead to depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder and substance abuse. To intervene in domestic abuse, the approach needs to be from multiple avenues. First, there needs to be greater education to communities of the extent of the problem of domestic abuse. It is a major health problem that needs early recognition so that intervention can be effective. Identifying the risk factors and stress that can cause and worsen domestic abuse would be paramount. For example, if a couple is experiencing marital stress or stress from economic hardships, counseling early on may prevent domestic abuse. Better screening is needed, especially by primary care physicians. According to the recent USPTSF guidelines, primary care physicians are strongly encouraged to screen closely for signs of domestic abuse. This may include asking for stress at home and further questioning about psychological distress, as well as repeated physical injuries. For victims of domestic abuse, there are some shelters that are available. In the Bangor area, Spruce Run is a shelter for victims of domestic abuse and violence. In some instances, law enforcement may also need to be involved to protect the victims.Domestic abuse is a major health problem in Maine and the United States. It can lead to a rippling of other health and mental health problems if not treated. Greater awareness and early interventions can help both the abuser and the victim. So, don't be surprised if your doctor starts to ask more questions about the presence of domestic abuse. Resources:Spruce Run Tel: 1-800-863-9909Website: http://www.sprucerun.net/Maine Department of Health and Human ServicesTel: 1-866-834-4357 (HELP)Center for Disease Control on Intimate Partner ViolenceWebsite: http://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/intimatepartnerviolence/index.htmlMaine Office of Attorney GeneralWebsite: http://www.maine.gov/ag/children_families/domestic_violence.htmlMaine Coalition to End Domestic ViolenceWebsite: http://mcedv.org/


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Ex-railways chief Liu Zhijun meddled with projects worth 175b yuan, court hears
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Former railways minister Liu Zhijun interfered in the bidding for at least 53 projects worth a total of nearly 175 billion yuan (HK$217.8 billion) between 2007 and 2010, a Beijing court was told on Wednesday.
The Beijing News reported yesterday that Liu colluded with Shanxi businesswoman Ding Shumiao from the end of 2007 and granted railway projects to 23 state-owned firms Ding chose. Ding and her underlings consequently illegally obtained about 3.2 billion yuan, with about 2.4 billion yuan going to Ding alone.
Five of Ding's underlings, including her daughter Hou Junxia , stood trial at Beijing's No2 Intermediate People's Court on Wednesday charged with illegal business operation for their role as "middlemen" in the bidding process.
The hearing was closed to journalists.
The report said none of the defendants denied involvement, but they did dispute the charge.
If found guilty, they could be jailed for five to 15 years. However, if the charge was changed to bid-rigging, they would face a maximum of three years in jail.
Defendant Hu Bin , former chairman of a company based in Jiangxi , pleaded not guilty, the report said, citing his lawyer.
Ding will go on trial at the same court soon, while prosecutors have also charged Liu with corruption and abuse of power.
The Beijing Times reported that other railways officials implicated in Liu's corruption case would stand trial in Hebei.
In eight years as railways minister - until February 2011 - Liu oversaw a massive expansion of the mainland's high-speed rail network. But his legacy has been tarnished by numerous problems, including the accumulation of more than 2.6 trillion yuan in debt and a high-speed train crash in Wenzhou in July 2011 that claimed at least 40 lives.
Ding and her daughter Hou were previously caught up in a fraud case when, at Liu's behest, they tried to get former railways ministry official He Hongda lighter punishment on graft charges.
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Only one such "Michael Jackson Death Photo" has emerged, and Entertainment Tonight managed to snap it. It's a picture of Jackson on a stretcher with a respirator attached to his face. It's a sad, sad, tableau.
Fortunately, no Michael Jackson death photos from the autopsy itself have emerged. The autopsy, as you have probably heard, was inconclusive, with the coroner saying full results would have to wait for the results of toxicology and other tests.
At the same time, on Saturday Jesse Jackson announced that Michael Jackson's family wants an independent autopsy in at attempt to determine the cause of his death. This would, in fact, be similar to (once again) David Carradine, whose family enlisted forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Baden, a former chief medical examiner for New York City who appears on the HBO cable TV show "Autopsy," to perform his own investigation into Carradine's death.
Jesse Jackson told the AP in an interview that Michael Jackson's family told him of its wishes while he spent time with them during the past two days. According to reports, Michael Jackson's body has been released to the family, so we may in fact see such an additional autopsy occur.
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Pizza Hut Japan Has Created A Monster
Behold, Pizza Hut Japan's new 646-calorie-a-slice Double Roll pizza:
One half of the pizza is the hamburg section, with the following ingredients:
- hamburg
- corn
- paprika
- crust stuffed with mini sausages and bacon (advertised as tasting really great with ketchup on it!)
The other half is the "gourmet" section:
- Italian sausage
- ham
- bacon
- bacon bits
- sliced tomato
- onions
- green pepper
- garlic chips
- basil
- black pepper
- crust stuffed with cheddar and mozzarella cheese (advertised as tasting really great when you put honey maple syrup on it!)
The pizza costs 2500 yen for a medium (about $20) and 3550 yen for a large (29 dollars). More details can be found at the Pizza Hut Japan homepage.
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Why is The Messengers rated PG-13? The Messengers is rated PG-13 by the MPAA for mature thematic material, disturbing violence and terror
The film opens with the death of a woman and two children, one of who whimpers in a dark, cupboard before being dragged out by an unseen being. Abandoned farm implements and even tractors take on an ominous aura as a new family moves into the empty farmhouse. There are plenty of jump scenes caused by creaky floors, ill-omened forays into dark buildings and foreboding music. Doors, furniture and other household objects move on their own. The gory ghosts of the deceased family members scurry around the house and try to pull living characters into the cellar. Outside of the house, a flock of crows repeatedly attack the humans while inside a crazed figure attempts to kill others with a pitchfork. After a fierce struggle a man drowns in sewage-like liquid. The script also includes some infrequent vulgarities, a revelation about a drunk driving accident and brief sexual comments made by a married couple.
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Embrace the energising and exuberant centre of Munich from the convenient and comfortable base of the 3 star Munich Inn. The central location only 3 minutes from Munich central station means guests can enjoy easy access to all of Munich's magnificent sights; the Oktoberfest grounds are majestic Deutsches Theatre are under 10 minutes away by food. Wake to a rich breakfast buffet, gather tourist recommendations from the warm, multilingual staff or simply recline in your gorgeous room; whatever you decide to do, your stay at Hotel Munich in is guaranteed to be as perfectly pleasant as you'd anticipated. Public parking is available for guests arriving by car, while the airport is directly and quickly reachable from the nearby train station.
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By Chris Harris
Get the balance of your team right and the results usually follow. That is one of the golden rules of management but even the finest coaches in the game find it an elusive trick to pull off.
Steve McClaren has managed it twice in the past week. The England manager was without a number of high-profile stars for the Euro 2008 qualifiers against Israel and Russia but their replacements - Gareth Barry, Emile Heskey and Shaun Wright-Phillips - excelled in back-to-back 3-0 victories.
Like others who watched those Wembley displays, Arsène Wenger was struck by the 'balance' that unsung trio provided for England's midfield and attack.
"Who spoke about Barry and Heskey before these games?"
he asked at his weekly press conference. "They were two very
important players and that shows how quickly things can change in
the game.
"A very famous manager, Rinus Michels, said the balance of the team sometimes depends on one player not more. That is why a team sport is so subtle.
"Frankly I am very happy that England has done so well in the last two games because there is always this feeling of 'are we good enough, are we overrating the players?', 'the other countries win and we don't'. It is good for the game."
So what of Wenger's own team? Some claim that the departure of Thierry Henry has improved Arsenal's 'balance' because the Frenchman was pivotal to so much of their play. Wenger is not so sure.
"I would not say that," he said. "You always look for that balance as a manager. It is like an engine. You think 'oh, we are not creative enough, I'll put one more offensive player in there' and suddenly you upset everything. It depends sometimes on one simple player.
"The balance of the team looks right now but the big games will tell us more."Copyright 2017 The Arsenal Football Club plc. Permission to use quotations from this article is granted subject to appropriate credit being given to www.arsenal.com as the source


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I was high on cocaine during 'Hangover': Mike Tyson
Mike Tyson has admitted he was high on cocaine while shooting his cameo in the hit comedy 'The Hangover'.
London: Heavyweight champion Mike Tyson has admitted he was high on cocaine while shooting his cameo in the hit comedy 'The Hangover'. In 2010, Tyson said he had agreed to play a caricature of himself in the Todd Phillips-directed film to fund his drug habit.
"I was a mess. I was overweight. I was a pig, high on cocaine," said the 46-year-old. Tyson reiterated he only signed on to the project to "supply his drug habit", reported Daily Mail.
In the 2009 movie, Tyson threatens to harm the Wolfpack unless they return his stolen tiger, but in real life the cast inspired him to change his lifestyle.
"They had to know I was messed up. I couldn't talk. I had the cocaine talk," Tyson said of Ed Helms, Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis, and Justin Bartha. "So those guys are just beautiful people. They had my back, and I appreciate that and stuff, then they asked me to come back (in The Hangover 2)," he said.
The boxer also spoke about his unexpected love triangle with ex-wife Robin Givens and pre-famous Brad Pitt in 1989. Givens and Tyson had a famously short-lived marriage in the 1980s that was marked by violence.


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BBC radio producer imprisoned for 8 months
Wilkins secretly taped a series of sexual liaisons with lovers, including TV and radio presenters, using a hidden camera in his bedroom, his bathroom and another in the fire alarm directly above a bed in his London flat. They were linked to his computer, which allowed him to transfer the films to DVD. The sex tapes were made over a three-year period from 2005, but Wilkins dismantled the system before his girlfriend, who he had a son with, moved into the home.
His girlfriend found and watched a film, then sent it to the woman involved who decided to go to the police. A victim impact statement made by one of the women, who cannot be identified, was read to the court. She said she was too ashamed to tell her family what had happened, adding it left her "feeling violated, dirty and sick" and needing counselling after she found out what he had done.
The judge said the effect on the women that had been filmed had to be considered when sentencing Wilkins. "What you did represents a cruel, selfish betrayal of the trust they put in you," the BBC quoted the judge as saying. Wilkins pleaded guilty to 11 charges of voyeurism at Camberwell Magistrates'' Court earlier this year.
"Of course, he has had to inform his own family which has been a shock for his elderly mother," Nicola Kay, defending Wilkins, added. He has been ordered to sign the sex offenders'' register for 10 years.


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Thinking about coaching
I've been giving a lot of thought into volunteering as an assistant coach, likely in the Pee Wee or Bantam house divisions. As luck would have it, the NCCP clinic I need to go to is in December.
This would be my first time ever coaching. I played rep up until my last year of Bantam and had to quit due to concussions, so I have an understanding of the game. I'm 29 years old now.
Any coaches out there that can give me some advice going forward, or ones who have recently started coaching?
If coaching hockey is something you plan to do for a long time, the best advice I can give you is to steal from every other coach. Even the worst coach in the world does something right, and even the best coach in the world does something wrong. Your post here is a very good start!
As for advice, I think the most important thing I've learned over the years is that coaching goes far beyond the actual mechanics of playing the game of hockey. I'll just go with two important ones:
Communication is key. Unfortunately, this is a skill that takes times to develop. It's hard to explain exactly what makes a good communicator, but I would encourage you to try different ways. I took my biggest step in this area when I realized something that seems so simple - "just because it makes sense to me doesn't mean it makes sense to them".
Player psychology is also very important. Another tough one to explain, but I'll try. Every player is different. Some are naturally smarter than others. Some are more mature than others. Some are mentally tougher than others. Some play for different reasons. As a result, every player is going to react better or worse to different kinds of communication and coaching. If you can figure out how each player ticks, the communication becomes a lot easier. That's the biggest mistake most coaches make - they treat everyone the same. It's not that simple.... not even close. Some players need a kick in the arse, and others need a coach to hold their hand. You'll get a lot more out of each player if you can find out the best way to communicate with them.
Good luck!
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What dreak says is spot on. Communication is very important - you have to be able to listen to what the kids are saying and be able to get your point across while talking at their level. This is more of a challenge at Mite and Squirts level, but can crop up with PW's as well.
This goes to Dreak's 2nd point of player psych. Get to know the kids - they each have natural tendencies. Some will be more aggressive, some more passive, some you will need to handle with kid gloves, others you can treat more gruffly, etc...
One thing I like to do as an initial personality assessment is just get the team on the ice and have them just play a game without any coaching - sort of a pond hockey environment indoors. You'll soon start seeing their personalities and tendencies come out. Which kids are the ones organizing the others (they can be your leaders in the group), which ones gravitate to D, F, etc...
As an AC, you may not be able to have that much input in things, but just some things to keep in mind.
Look back to all your own experiences - what drills did you enjoy, why did you like certain coaches and not others, etc...
Above all else - keep it fun, keep them busy, and have fun!
Just started assistant coaching a Bantam "C" team (I'm only 17, but I'm the coach who goes out on the ice,sets up drills and demonstrates since the Head coach is stuck off the ice due to injuries).
Was pretty nervous yesterday ,because of prior commitments, the other coaches wouldn't be there and I was running the practice myself but it went pretty well. But I say just do it. It feels pretty good to help them out, and it's hard to say what to do right now. Just get to know the kids first and it will all go well.
Regardless, as an assistant coach, you'll likely be doing a lot more of the one-on-one caoching rather than the team stuff.
It's a tough mix to figure out.
Peewee in house is an excellent group to coach. Stick with the basics- skating, and playing with heads up and sticks down. Just have fun and be a good example.
I coached four years of house league from Minor Novice to Atom (7 through 10 years old). Just a few rambling thoughts.
One of the first things I'd tell the kids at the start of the year is that I didn't care if they won every game or lost every game. Usually parents are more than willing to apply pressure to win, and the kids didn't need to hear the same thing from me too. My personal goals for them were by the end of the season they understood the game better, and became better as players in terms of skill and teamwork. Not all kids progress at the same rate. Some move up the skill ladder very quickly, others need twice the time (or more) to make even marginal improvements. Be patient. Their progress should be measured over years, not weeks.
At least from Peewee on down, encourage everyone to play in goal at least one game. Firstly it stops the chirping on the bench if someone is having a bad game. As soon as you hear "our goalie sucks" on the bench (you will hear it), mark that player down to play goal next week. When he lets in seven or eight goals next week (and he will), you'll never hear him complain about the goaltending again. It takes just as many years to learn to play net well, as it takes to learn to stickhandle, shoot and skate. Once the skaters learn how hard it is to play in goal, they'll look at their responsibilities in their own end a bit differently. This can also turn up someone's who's a natural for the position who might never had a thought to play goal before.
One thing I'd do after every game give each player one sentence to say something they did well that game. This would go around quickly in the room and only take up about a minute. I wouldn't allow them to mention a goal if they scored. This way they'd become conscious of the details beyond getting goals. "I broke up a 2-on-1", "I got the puck out of our end when killing a penalty", "I intercepted a pass".... It reinforces to everyone that the details are being noticed and appreciated. You don't have to score to have played a good game.
Patience and fun go a long way.
I'm in my third year coaching and I have a Pee Wee house team. The kids are just awesome and it's so much fun. I've done squirt, mites and beginners too, and each level I always think that's my favorite age. They all bring something different to the experience!
You really learn a lot as you go - which drills are the most fun, which ones are the best at teaching certain things, how to talk to the kids, it all comes with experience. I will suggest to make your practice plans ahead of time as much as you can, with some leeway for unforseen circumstances. Even if you're not the head coach, have some drills/stations planned out as backup.
I know you're in canada, but USAhockey.com has a lot of resources for coaches. Also, our association is having all the coaches complete a course through Positive Coaching Alliance http://www.positivecoach.org/ and that might be worth checking out for you.
It's a lot of work - you are at the rink a LOT, but it's so rewarding when you see your kids improve.
Oh, I also recommend wearing some knee pads and maybe some elbows! I have volleyball kneepads under my track pants and they have saved me a couple of times already. It's hard being out there with no gear on - a friend of mine just got their arm broken while coaching. And one of my 11-year olds has a devastating shot and I never turn my back on him shooting EVER. haha!
Thanks for the feedback, and experience everyone. Keep it coming!
As luck would have it, I'm working all weekend the clinic is on, and there's no room on the leave board. :laugh: I'll have to see what the new year brings.
This year my son turned 5 and is in his second year of Learn to Skate. I decided to help out with the class. I'm not the best coach in terms of skill or drill work but I make sure that I help lead the kids in the drill and encoruage them as they go. Another thing I myself have done is making sure the kids are being safe. They are young and aren't ready for the organized hockey teams yet so they still don't have the full concept of all the drills. It's a hard thing to get used to and trust me, talking to the kids gets easier as the weeks go on and the kids will also talk to you easier as well. I had very few kids tell me their skates hurt or there elbow pads were sliding down during the first few weeks. I had to actually notice it myself. Just last week I had more kids come up to me with questions and equipment problems that I had in the 1st month lol.
All in all once you get the feel for it it gets easier.
Cool thread, never go into this section much but I saw it from main.
One of the things I've learned (21 year old Head/Assistant Coach here for young kids in the States) is that there is a huge 'Old Dogs' club mentality with coaching. If you are an assistant, it's difficult to get involved big time when head coaches are very controlling. Likewise becoming a head coach can be difficult when there are older people also looking to coach.
What I've found works best is to stick with what you know and make the biggest impact you can in that area. I know defense so I always make sure to tell the other coaches that's my strength, what I'd like to work in and then during practices make myself heard until the head coach recognizes I can contribute (bigger deal for younger coaches than older imo).
Similarly when being a head coach I've often found that the best thing you can do is keep talking. The more you speak with your players the more they will absorb and if you keep bringing up both their positive and negative plays they will respect you for complimenting them (especially if you get excited for them when they get excited) and appreciate you for your critiques.
I had a kid last year that had a very strong shot but he could never hit the net with it. I tried giving him one of my old Nike Bauer sticks which was half the weight of the one he was using and worked with him a lot during shooting drills until he got his slap shot on net and put a lot of faith in him as a coach by moving him to the point on powerplays and such, forcing him to shoot.
Everytime he scored on one of those goals his eyes would always light up and he'd look back at me extremely happy. It's moments like those that make me enjoy coaching young kids, the older ones don't get as into it as the younger ones.
My tip, be patient with kids, do something fun at the end of each practice, share some of your pm best and worst playing experiences...(life lessons)
You need a foundation to build on !
Also the whole "position of power" thing. I am grateful to have never been around that with any of my coaches growing up and to be honest some of my most fond memories as a player (baseball) was when I played in a 15 y/o league and my friends father was the coach. He was vulgar but not towards us, just in general. He kept things loose, joked with all of us and gave everyone equal playing time. Some of my funniest stories in sports comes from him alone lol.
Every team has 2-3 insane parents who will do their best to ruin the experience for you and make your life a living hell. Enjoy!
Hopefully, for your sake, it won't be as bad at the house level.
I've dealt with that this year and last.
I've been coaching 2 teams a year for the last 6 years.
One very important word of advice that I would give you is to always be specific. Many coaches are way too general when they speak to their players.
"Intensity!", "Forecheck!", "Backcheck!", "Go to the net!"
-Ask a every player what the word "intensity" means and you will either get blank stares or very different answers.
-What kind of forecheck? What should they do on the forecheck? If you just tell the team "Forecheck hard!" you will end up with 3 people chasing the puck into the corner.
-What is your role when you backcheck? Where should you go, which guy do you take?
-Instead of just saying "Go to the net", you could say "Make sure you have two hands on your stick and your stick is on the ice when you go to the net. Make sure you stop in front of the net, not off to the side".
These are just some examples... Just remember, be specific!
I also had an assistant coach that wouldn't discipline his own kid but instead put it on me to do, yet encouraged him to disobey what I said when I wasn't around. This kid was young, highly talented but very immature and he didn't understand that being up 6 goals meant he couldn't break position (I kept him at defense to try and limit his ability to showboat) and score his hattrick goal. Almost got in trouble myself with the league because of that (we have a suspension policy for any team's coach that wins by 7 or more). Had to pull him from the game to make him stop.
tl;dr, Parents can be a real pain, but I still have had my worst moments with coaches that don't understand they aren't the most intelligent people at the rink. Have to remember it is about the players first, coaches second so do whatever you have to to prevent the situations from blowing up.
Playing and coaching ar vastly different. The 1st question that you must ask yourself is can I teach?
Have you been a leader/instructor before? At the workplace? Were you a captain of your teams several times? Do people in your family seek your counsel?
If many of these are yes, than you have the natural ability to teach and make an impact on players. The Xs/Os are less significant and your playing career will get you over those hurdles.
Good luck, and always remember, it's a game.
Blowouts are a part of hockey... You win some, you lose some.
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On playing Michigan State ... "I think I have some sense of the significance and the importance of this game. I feel like our kids have a better appreciation given the fact that I am new to this. It is our next game and it is a road game in the league. We have not fared as well on the road and we are looking to do better in that category. It just so happens that it is in East Lansing."
On taking it as just another game or seeing it as more important because of the rivalry ... "I think it is important from the perspective that we acknowledge it the way it is. It is a big game for our programs and both schools, and anything that we compete in against each other seems to be a big game and a big challenge. I do want our kids to see that we always prepare the same ways for our opponents. But we also acknowledge to them that we understand that in their minds and in other people's minds that are around them that they are going to hear more about how important it is for us to do well, to win, or whatever else they may say to our kids. How we go about preparation is always going to be the same. That is the way it should be. We want our kids to see that every opponent that we go against we respect and we are going to treat with the same kind of preparation."
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On the game plan ... "I think when you look at their team Marcus Taylor is a key. He has shown to be one of the better guards in the conference. His ability to make things happen for them, his ballhandling, his experience despite being only a sophomore, and his scoring ability are all factors. Then you look at their front line. Even though they have been depleted somewhat with injuries, that is a concern for us because of our lack of depth up front. With only one player that we have with their size that concerns us. We have been able to mix and match things before and make things interesting and give us a chance to win and be competitive. Those are the same kind of ideals for going into the game tomorrow."
On the role freshmen will play in the game ... "I think their freshmen have played very well for them. They have matured quite nicely for Coach (Tom) Izzo. I cannot speak for him but from the outside looking in they have done a nice job with their numbers and how they have played and carried themselves. I think that has to do with the fact that they have learned quickly and have had to learn from their mistakes in the fire. I have a lot or respect for those kids. They are big-time players and not only have they done well, but they have also fit in nicely into the program there. I said at the beginning of the year that I think State has a program. Regardless of players leaving, the program is in place and that can carry you through in times like these. These young kids have bought into that and they are a part of this Michigan State program and that speaks so well of Tom Izzo."
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On how important this game is for gaining credibility and respect ... "I think it is obvious that if we can win this game, that will happen. Anytime you win on the road in your league you start to gain credibility and respect. It shows a lot about your team and your program. We have had some nice wins and have done certain things to start gaining credibility and respect. Having an opportunity such as tomorrow night, if we happen to win that will be a huge statement for our team and program."
On the difference between a rivalry game and a non-rivalry game ... "I think it is different from the standpoint that there is so much interest around the players. I am sure that everywhere the players go they hear more comments and there is more of a sense of urgency about the game from the kids' perspective. The interest in terms of media and everything else gives it a heightened interest. That makes it a much more important game in the eyes of many people. As we prepare in our season we recognize the importance of the game but the season does not end or begin or anything like that with this one game. As coaches we have to give it the proper balance and perspective."
On a sense of urgency from the seniors ... "I think our seniors have shown that throughout the season in a variety of different ways. They have tried to explain what it is like to participate in a game like this and I think they have done a good job. I have been pleased with how our seniors have responded and the leadership they have displayed."
On the emphasis on having a good start ... "How well either team can get off to a start is going to be a factor. The energy in that building is going to be a factor. If we can get off to a good start to get confidence going and to play well on the road early gives us a better chance for success."
On the environment in the Breslin Center ... "I am curious. I have been in some interesting places as a player and a coach. I am anxious to see what the atmosphere will be like. I anticipate that I have seen some that may be comparable to it."
Senior Center Chris Young
On the sense of urgency ... "With both schools being so close to my home I am definitely feeling it. I feel like we have to get it done in practice the next couple of days and we have to go up there and get something done up there."
On if this is Michigan's best chance to win in recent years ... "I think so and that is purely based on where our team is going. That has nothing to do with them or what injuries they may have or if they are in a slump or anything like that. It just has to do with our team."
On whether this game is of greater significance ... "I think it is, but you can never put that much weight on just one game. It is a big game but it is not the kind of game where if we win it can turn the season around and if we lose we could drop all the rest of our games. It is not that type of a game, but it is big, especially for the seniors."
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Interesting. I am surprised Frank Carroll did not drill Tim on what's allowed and not under CoP -- the un-counted combination is a real shame. You'd think after Plushy loosing GPF title last year they'd be more careful! I'm not saying Tim would have won otherwise (Johnny had an advantage in all components), I'm just surprised.
I bet he threw that last one in on the spur of the moment without thinking. His first combo was probably supposed to be 4T/3T, and when he only did 4T -- hop --2T maybe he thought he had to do something more to make up ground.
I'm not completely sure what the point of this rule is, anyway. It seems like you should still get credit for the first two jumps of the combo, even if the third jump is illegal.
I remember Michelle always planned two different endings for her programs. One with an extra 3T at the end in case she missed her 3T/3T earlier, and the other with maybe a split jump and moves in the field in case she hit the combo.
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That is correct Mathman. Credit would be given for the first two jumps of the combo under NJS.
Yah, how they figure out what elements to throw away needs a lot of work. Remember last year one of ladies (Onda?) did not get two jumps counted because since she did too many steps between jumps in a combo they were considered two separate jumps; then, he 7th jump (which was originally supposed to be 6th) did not count because by that time she had done maximum jumps, but no axel; then, however, the axel she did did not count because it was the 8th jump (including the one that did not count). I always felt this was unfair, since it first penalized her by not counting the jump she performed, and then penalized her again by actually counting it. This is similar. It does worry me that those little things most likely won't get ironed out for Turin.


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Black ops 2 has a stupid gaming community. It's either full grown men that rage hard and act like little kids or its the immature kids with **bleep** emblems. I still play it since it's fun. Uncharted has grown men that rage for everything but not as much as the teens who complain about everything. If you suck they call you noob and if your good they call you tryhard.
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Uncharteds competitive scene is probably the most pathetic, disrespectful, immature scene I've ever encountered in gaming. I actually wanted to join a team to start playing it, but after I saw the way people act I passed.
Not for me. I've encountered worse.
Quake 3
Unreal 2004
Need For Speed (These players are particularly BRUTAL)
Hell I've even seen jerks at Resident Evil time trial events... My general consensus is that if something is there to be won, people will do whatever it takes, and since they are so competitive, accepting losing is never an option.
Gotta admit, I was a bit thrown off by how nice people were on Quake 4 though.. Especially after Quake 3 had taught me everything I needed to know about being a total asshat.
The people in the racing scene though.. are far more Brutal than I could ever be. Some of the stuff I've received from those is just cringeworthy, and I'm not usually the kind of person to distance myself from a battle. But some of the stuff I saw there just creeps me out.
Hmm, I've never really encountered problems with anyone when I played Quake 3. I was more of a defragger though. Most people there were highly intelligent and friendly and still hold competitions this day. Never really played Unreal2k4 and I despise EA because they killed too many good companies so I won't ever bother playing Need for Speed or support EA in anyway.
I played a bit of Defrag, admittedly the people there were pretty chilled. But my main two modes were freeze tag with the railgun and clan arena, everyone rages on clan arena and.. freeze? LOL they were happily banning unknown players who were doing well. I'm fortunate to have seen the right person and got myself into one of the right clans to avoid that, still got the rage from people though.
Not even kidding it got to a point where they all started framing each other for wallhacking and aimbotting. Back in the days when punkbuster actually worked decently too.. haha. They'd never bypass the anti cheats back then.
Activision are worse for killing companies, Both Eurocom and Bizarre have fallen due to them, ironically both axed for making Bond games, Only difference was Bizarre actually made a good one. Blame them for the sales when you release it alongside COD.. LOL
As pointed out too.. That COD community isn't so much as bad or rotten, it's just a silly lot of kids. There is being a bad loser, being absolutely cringeworthy with insults and theres CoD. just being very childish.
I'd honestly put Uncharted 3 in the Quake category of insult levels though. They wont take losing mostly, but they aren't exactly articulate enough to cause you any problems.
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My NEW Look!
I feel all brand new! I cut between 4-6 inches off and bleached my hair platinum! And I'll probably only go shorter from here! I can't tell you how scared I was to do it and how glad I am that I took the chance!
I feel liberated, young, fun, fresh and bold! My sister did an amazing job and spent 4 hours with me Saturday night working on this mane! I decided against going full-blown pixie cut and I'm glad I did. This cut works much better with my face.
My only regret is that I haven't done this sooner. SO MUCH LESS maintenance! FINALLY!
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Metro MR 70 Boom Bike 2013 Price in Pakistan, 2014 Pictures
Metro is the bikes maker company in Pakistan. Metro makes the stylish and cheap motorcycles for everyone. Metro MR70 Boom is sophisticated and eye catching bike.
Seating Capacity: One driver/One pillion
Engine Type Wet sump, Single Cylinder, Four Stroke, Two Valves, Air Cooled with SOHC (Single Over Head Cam) Chain Drive
Bore & Stroke 47.0 x 41.4 MM (1.85 – 1.53 Inc)
Piston Displacement 72cc (4.39 cubic inches)
Compression Ratio 8.8: 1
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Carburetion DENI (PZ-22 Brand)
Exhaust System One into one
Ignition Capacitor Discharge Ignition (CDI)
Plug C7HSA (HERO/NGK)
Air Filtration Dry Paper Element
Oil Capacity 800ml (first fill) 700ml Liter (at changing intervals)
BHP (Max) 7.0 PS@8,500 rpm/min  (5.15 Kw@8,500 rpm/min)
Torque (Max) 0.55 kg-fm@6,500rpm/min (5.39 N-m@6,500rpm/min)
Idle RMP 1500 +100
Transmission Type Four Speed Constant Mesh (Multi disc wet type clutch)
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Wheel Front Spokes Type
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Dry Weight 82 Kg (180 lbs)
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Hazel S. Ruffino, a Rockaway resident for 55 years, died September 9.
Ruffino, an advisor for New York State Unemployment, was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was a retired NYS employee Columbiette for the Rockaway Council, a retired travel agent, Democratic Party member and a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
She is survived by her son, James Ruffino; daughter, Jo Anne Alessi; sister, Esther Matelli; and six grandchildren.
Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Denis S. O'Conor Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Camillus Church. Interment was at Long Island National Cemetery in Pinelawn.


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- 12x12" cardstock sheets (you can make 4 packets per 1 sheet)
- super glue for paper
- bone folder
- 1/4" thick wire-edge ribbon
- 8.5x11" paper of choice
Step 1: I used 12x12 cardstock in hot pink and wine. I cut the paper in quarters, so I had 4 pieces of 6x6 paper. I then cut it according to the measurements below.
Step 2: Fold according to #1 in the picture below. You should be folding about 1/2" of "flaps" inward. Unfold them, and proceed to fold step #2 upward. Keep this folded upward.
Step 3: Fold according to #3 in the pic below.. then fold in all the "flaps" inwards. If you desire to have ribbon on the front, punch those holes first, then put your ribbon on. Also, you can cut off the "flap" that shows at the top of the packet. Then fold the flaps inward and glue (I used super glue that works for paper, make sure the label for the glue says paper). This is to seal the packet, and you can place anything on the front, and place the tissues inside.
To use the 1/4" ribbon, I looped it through the holes on the front, and tied a bow (optional). For the front "For your tears of joy" label, I used Microsoft Word to create the template, printed them onto our 8.5x11" paper of choice, cut them to the correct size, attached them to the champagne cardstock with double-sided tape, and attached that whole thing to the packet with double-sided tape. I then inserted the 2 tissues per packet, and violà! Tears of Joy packets ala DIY.


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Transformers: Revenge of the FallenDirector: Michael Bay
Cast: Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox, Josh Duhamel
- Overview
- Editorial Reviews
- Product Details
- Special Features
- Related Subjects
- Cast & Crew
- Scene Index
- Menu
- Videos
Two years after saving the world with the Autobots, Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf) is away at college when an ancient Decepticon named "The Fallen" returns to Earth on a mission of vengeance. With the Allspark destroyed, the Autobots lose all hope of returning to their home planet of Cybertron, and begin working with an elite military known as NEST to hunt down any remaining Decepticons. But even as they fight for humanity alongside Major Lennox (Josh Duhamel) and USAF Master Sergeant Epps (Tyrese Gibson), the Autobots are acutely aware that not all humans are thrilled by their presence on planet Earth. When National Security Advisor Theodore Galloway (John Benjamin Hickey) wages a heated campaign aimed at exiling the giant robots back into space, head Autobot Optimus Prime agrees to comply with the voice of the people, while warning them of the potential consequences of leaving the planet unprotected. Meanwhile, Sam contends with an overly cocky college roommate, and attempts to remain faithful to Mikaela (Megan Fox) by fending off advances from pretty -- and persistent -- coed Alice (Isabel Lucas). Just as Sam begins adjusting to the quirks of campus life, a series of inexplicable visions leaves him convinced that the struggle between good and evil is far from over. And he's correct, too, because the Decepticons have just discovered that Sam is the one human who possesses the ability to tip the balance of power to the Autobots' advantage, and they're determined to gain the upper hand by dispensing with him once and for all. Now, as Sam and Mikaela unearth a secret about the Transformers that alters the entire course of human history, the Decepticon known as The Fallen prepares to return -- and reclaim the plant once and for all.
Editorial Reviews
Product Details
- Release Date:
- 10/20/2009
- 0097360724240
- Original Release:
- 2009
- Rating:
- Source:
- Dreamworks Video
- Region Code:
- 1
- Time:
- 2:29:00
Special Features
Cast & Crew
|Shia LaBeouf
|Sam Witwicky
|Megan Fox
|Mikaela Banes
|Josh Duhamel
|Major Lennox
|Tyrese Gibson
|USAF Tech Sergeant Epps
|Kevin Dunn
|Ron Witwicky
|Peter Cullen
|Optimus Prime
|Julie White
|Judy Witwicky
|Ramon Rodríguez
|Isabel Lucas
|John Turturro
|Agent Simmons
|John Benjamin Hickey
|NSA Advisor Theodore Galloway
|Rainn Wilson
|Hugo Weaving
|Tony Todd
|The Fallen
|Charlie Adler
Technical Credits
|Michael Bay
|Director,Executive Producer
|Roger Barton
|Lorenzo Di Bonaventura
|Ian Bryce
|Tom Desanto
|Brian Goldner
|Executive Producer
|Industrial Light & Magic
|Steve Jablonsky
|Score Composer
|Ehren Kruger
|Alex Kurtzman
|Tom Muldoon
|Don Murphy
|Joel Negron
|Roberto Orci
|Nigel Phelps
|Production Designer
|Paul Rubell
|Deborah L. Scott
|Costumes/Costume Designer
|Ben Seresin
|Steven Spielberg
|Executive Producer
|Mark Vahradian
|Executive Producer
Scene Index
1. Scene 1 [:00]
2. Scene 2 [:00]
3. Scene 3 [:00]
4. Scene 4 [:02]
5. Scene 5 [:00]
6. Scene 6 [:00]
7. Scene 7 [5:00]
8. Scene 8 [3:08]
9. Scene 9 [5:12]
10. Scene 10 [1:31]
11. Scene 11 [6:04]
12. Scene 12 [6:02]
13. Scene 13 [2:46]
14. Scene 14 [2:52]
15. Scene 15 [2:34]
16. Scene 16 [3:14]
17. Scene 17 [2:32]
18. Scene 18 [4:09]
19. Scene 19 [4:06]
20. Scene 20 [3:49]
Set Up
Audio Options
English 5.1 Surround
Commentary By Michael Bay, Roberto Orci & Alex Kurtzman
Subtitle Options
Subtitles: None
Scene Selection
Disc #2 -- Transformers: Special Features
The Human Factor Exacting Revenge Of The Fallen
Play All
Seeds Of Vengeance - Development And Design
Domestic Destruction - Production: United States
Joint Operations - Production: Military
Wonders Of The World - Production: Middle East
Start Making Sense - Editing
Under The Gun - Visual Effects
Running The Gauntlet - Post-Production And Release
New Menu Item
New Menu Item
A Day With Bay: Tokyo
25 Years Of Transformers
Nest: Transformer Data-Hub
Optimus Prime
Skids & Mudflap
The Fallen
Deconstructing Visual Bayhem
Introduction By Michael Bay
Play All
Hunting Party
Wheelbot Freeway
Lamborghini Jump
Kitchen & Backyard
Optimus Parachute
Vault Theft
Sam Foundry
Forest Fight
Eiffel Tower
Jetfire Awakens
Desert Drop
Egyptian Hideout
Devastator Mouth
Jackhammer Fight
Optimus Power Up
With Commentary By Pre-Vis Supervisor Steve Yamamoto
Deleted / Alternate Scenes
Play All
Sam and Alice At The Dorms
The Witwicky's In Paris
Leo Refuses To Go To Egypt
Linkin Park - New Divide
Theatrical Trailer
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Subtitle Options
Subtitles: None
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Let me start by saying I really enjoyed the first film. I was acutally quite impressed that Michael Bay was able to subdue his outlandish tendancies long enough to turn one of my favorite cartoons into fun big- screen fare. However, it seems he was only able to hide the real Michael Bay for so long. TROTF is a complete disaster from top to bottom. It is the cinematic equivalent of sticking firecrackers in each ear and repeatedly bashing oneself in the face with a sledgehammer. The thread bare plot is absurd, the performances atrocious, and the editing was seizure inducing. He actually manages to turn his usual garish/juvenille trappings up to 11, in turn making one of the biggest sequel disappoinments of all time. He took everything that was exciting and charming about the first film and spent 2 hours and 45 minutes systematically destroying any good that was ever there. You liked the slo-mo shots of a scantily clad Megan Fox in the first one? Great, here's a whole half hour! Liked the blurry robots battles that went a little long? Awesome, here they are twice as blurry and twice as long! And wait, we even have ghetto-bots in this one, just in case everyone hasn't been offended yet! I was so excited see to what this film had in store for me after having such a great time at the first one. But half way through this piece of garbage, I couldn't wait for it to end. Tremendous failure in all respects. This was truly an endurancce test for the tasteless. Thanks for nothing Bay, I'll never again doubt your powers as the worst blockbuster director in hollywood working today... Lesson learned.
Transformes 2: revenge of the fallen is somewhat of a mixed bag, its sad a film like this is currently the highest grossing film of 2009. First off the film is bordering three hours, I personally enjoy long movies but by about the climax I was squirming in my seat the film fails to hold your attention, its not one of those movies that keeps you suprised and unsure of what will happen next. Instead of a quality film we are assaulted with a variety of twists each so predictable and so obvious you may begin to jokingly suggest what will happen next only to find it happening a couple minutes later. The humour in the film is predictable as well I admit I did laugh at somethings, though the majority I had heard before. One of the good things in this film is the fact that optimus prime is in it, if it werent for that it would have been a complete waste, although its pretty close to that even with optimus appearing. The special effects arent even that good ironic for a film that depends on them so much. Also its obvious Michael Bay has some preoccupation with crude unwanted humour, mutiple times we see animals (dogs) mating for no apparent reason only because its there. The worst offender is when with no reason no pretense or explanation at all we see a mans butt................ seriously for no reason. In one scene we see a robot hop on megan foxes leg and begin going up and down..... stop and think about that for a second..... that effect probably cost somewhere around five million dollars, now stop again and picture how many starving children we could save with five million dollars.............................. honestly.
OMG! the best movie of 2009, for sure!! the director couldnt of picked anyone one better to play sam's part. Shia LaBeouf is soooo sexy. i absolutely love him!!!! every movie that he plays in is great. and him and Megan Fox are so cute together. they should totally date in real life. the only part i didnt like is when optimis prime gets killed. i was balling my eyes out. but sam brings him back at the end! :) the movie wouldnt be the same without optimis prime
Here's a short review of the entire movie for you: The visuals are over-the-top (Obviously it's a Michael Bay film). The acting is very much subpar but really there's little to nothing the good actors in the film (John Turturro, Shia Lebouf) could have done to save the movie. It's the awful script that was written with almost no regard for their abilities that is to blame (partially). The plot is paper-thin and I found myself punching almost as many holes in it as there were cheap and unfunny testicle-gags in the movie. Forget the cinematography. It's full of ridiculous action shots that do nothing but drive the pace of the movie which sags under the weight of having a 2.5 hour length. It's obvious by now that I did not like the movie at all. In fact, I hated it and only just recently saw the ending because I walked out of the theater the first time (thankfully someone else paid my ticket). Save your money and Netflix this or rent it at Blockbuster. You'll probably only watch it once anyways. I recommend this for: Pets to watch when you leave home for the day.
Flawed This still has the chemistry between Sam and Milaela. This is still saturated with robotic battles and human survival. So it's good enough to watch. This gives fan enough Shia, Megan, Optimus and Megatron to continue the series. That said it's flawed. A tiny piece of the cube resurrected Megatron, and a whole quest was needed to resurrect Optimus Prime? Also at the end of the original Bumble Bee could speak, so why couldn't he in this one? And the new Autobots added in this one weren't very bright. More importantly that political engineering in the movie is disgusting. In the original, when the Republicans had the White House, the movie just used the phrase "The President'" and the government worked with the Autobots against the Dicepticons. This one was made when the Democrats have the White House, so it uses the name "President Obama", and has a government that impedes the war and fears the Autobots.
amazing movie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great movie! Just as good as the first.
movie was good i expected more i think i like the first one better
To say that I was disappointed in this movie wouldn't be accurate, because it implies that certain expectations weren't met. In this case, I have to say it's quite the opposite: This movie lived down to my expectations, and pushed them even lower as time went on. As with the first film in this series, this was nothing but a special effects extravaganza. The problem with this comes from the fact that such a movie doesn't have a story, a plot, or any character development. Like the first movie, I didn't care, at all, about the outcome. I didn't care at all about who lived or died, and in many cases couldn't even tell the robots apart well enough to tell who lived or died. Anytime a movie fails to have a compelling story or characters I can care about, I find myself paying little to no attention to it, and this movie was no different. The action was there purely for the sake of being there, and for that's not entertaining, that's boring. In a movie like that, where the actors could almost be replaced by trained chimps, you wouldn't expect the acting itself to make a difference. Unfortunately, this is not something this movie makes it possible to find out, as the acting was as bad as the story. Maybe it was the lack of material for them to work with, or maybe it was just that the actors weren't very good, something I find hard to believe in some cases, but they did their jobs about as well as the writers did theirs. The only redeeming quality this movie had was the quality of the CGI work. It was, if possible, even better than the work on the previous movie in this series. The only downside, again, was the design of the robots, something ILM probably doesn't have much say in. Overall, this movie was horrible, and I'd say the critics have been exceedingly generous with their mediocre reviews. Movies should have more going for them than this one does.
LOVED IT!!! There was tons of action and adventure. A must see for those who liked the first one.
I'm not a cinema snob. I can watch an action film, turn my mind off and enjoy the explosions. For these types of film Michael Bay usually delivers and to a degree the first Transformers did. With Revenge of the Fallen he attempts to continue the story, upping the ante with a vast array of larger robots, bigger stakes and more scantily dressed ladies. Unfortunately in super-sizing these aspects others became watered down. The story is non existent. The Decipticons are back and they want our sun for energy. It's that simple. Sam (Shia Labeouf) moves from pointless encounter to encounter without progressing the character or the plot. Megan Fox has little impact beyond being eye candy. Other secondary characters are of little importance and rehash their same old ideas. What really disappointed me was the opportunity to expand the existing Transformer characters and that doesn't happen, at all. I believe Optimus Prime shares one scene with Sam and only Bumblebee really returns. A wasted opportunity. In their place are a couple of 'comedy' bots in the style of gangster wanabees. Cringeworthy at every moment. The action also suffers. It has become more disjointed, hard to watch and understand the geography of the scenes. Someone explain less is more to Bay please. With all these criticisms it may sound like I hate this movie. Far from it. I'm always happy to see an exploding robot, it looks expensive and Shia's Sam is always interesting to watch. I would recommend this as a Saturday night movie when little else is on. Make some popcorn, open a beer and zone out.
On June 24 I went to see Transformers Revenge of the Fallen. It was awesome. It was even better then the first one. I liked the beginning because it showed why the Fallen came to earth in7.000 D.C. and I liked the Fallen battling the Indians. I have to give it 5 stars because I liked how they change Megatron and made new autobots and there were new decepticons. If you like the first movie you'll like this movie.


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This is a discussion on Shelby GT vs 08 STI within the Comparison: WRX vs World forums, part of the Community - Meet other Enthusiasts category; Originally Posted by Edmunds The Shelby will put a grin on your face as quickly as it will autograph the ...
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Kind of a strange comparo but good spankin on the Crustang!
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It's a shame the Cobra doesn't come with a S/C anymore - I enjoyed the '03 that I drove
But, it is a nice kill for the STi
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, but mustang owners will never admit it.
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This quote is great:
the STI gave up only two to the Shelby: as-tested price and quarter-mile trap speed. It tied or won every single category in our 27-point evaluation, dominated when it came to feature content and was every editor's personal and recommended pick. That's kicking some major ass.
This is funny:There is one more little thing: Its hood scoop actually works.From the driver seat, we could see underneath the Mustang's hood scoop to the road ahead, a constant reminder that it's phony and just plain disappointing on a car that bears the name of such a legend.AHAHHHAHAHAHAHAHAThere's a unique front fascia, lower airdam and side scoops plus the not-a-hood scoop.
That has been the biggest pet peeve for me for the last 2 body style mustangs. Its kinda like out fitting the mustang with 13" cross drilled rotor hubcaps to hide drum brakes.
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Wooow.....a more fair road test using the Shelby GT and STI.
I forget who it was now, but a company similar to Edmunds did a test of a 2005 Mustang GT vs a 2005 WRX (because their prices were similar). The test was very one-sided with the article writer making fun of the Subaru's AWD, and even with that fancy system it lacked the ability to keep-up with the GT.
"From the driver seat, we could see underneath the Mustang's hood scoop to the road ahead, a constant reminder that it's phony and just plain disappointing on a car that bears the name of such a legend."
what will ford think of next
"Plus, it feels a hell of a lot less likely to self-destruct during a day of redline launches. Subarus have always proven durable during our testing, but the physical load on the STI's drivetrain during a hard launch is unquestionably violent."
What are they launching at? I launch my wrx at about 3k and it does just fine
STI pwnz the rustang
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God, I wish it was offered in sedan form b/c I'm so sick of my WRX.
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EUR/USD: waiting for the US data
By Kira Iukhtenko, FX BAZOOKA
The EUR/USD pair has found support at $1.3530 on Wednesday, coming down from the overnight peaks around $1.3575, reached on dovish Bernanke comments.
Daily. As can be seen from the daily chart, euro is trying to return into bullish channel it left on November 7. The rebound is additionally troubled by the 50-day MA that almost coincides with the channel support (currently at $1.3540/35). The pair is supported by the daily Ichimoku cloud (top around $1.3500).
Chart 1. Daily EUR/USD
H4. We see that EUR/USD rose above the bearish 4-hour Ichimoku cloud. It is also clearly seen from this timeframe that strong resistance is concentrated in the $1.3535/75 area (Nov. 6 high, 50% Fibonacci from the recent decline, trendline).
Chart 2. H4 EUR/USD
Economic calendar: There are no important data on the euro zone's agenda on Wednesday. All eyes are on the news from the US - CPI, retail sales, existing home sales and the FOMC October meeting minutes.
Conclusions: For now euro remains under a slight bearish pressure, but a daily close above $1.3545 would become a good buying signal.