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FluffyWolf2 said 242 weeks ago
I must say it is quite a unique design, makes me think of Bug's Life and that big caterpillar but he's like... high now, xD! Nicely done loving the details! -
Nula said 242 weeks ago
I'm a huge Alice in Wonderland fan, but I prefer a little more originality in my t-shirt designs. This is fun, but it doesn't seem "inspired" by anything to me so much as it's the classic image in a new rendering. -
heartluce said 242 weeks ago
remember what the dormouse said.....
I love the composition and the linework is gorgeous. Beautiful! -
RobDerhak said 242 weeks ago
Am I the only one that thinks of Jabba the Hutt when looking at this? Maybe a female version of Jabba? -
Mr. Sweet N Awful said 242 weeks ago
I already have one Alice in Wonderland shirt, but I love the story/film and wonder if more than one is reasonable
my heart says "Uh Yeah!"
but my wallet says "I'm so empty and lonely..." -
snarkygal said 242 weeks ago
Considering the fact that I am wearing Alice Painting Catepillar from Woot right now, I have to say I love this shirt. I applaud your attention to detail and I like your choice of colors. Bravo Sir! -
METATRON said 242 weeks ago
The line work on this is very elegant, it's a very charming design. The last two designs on the right are amazing as well. Are they for sale somewhere? -
kstrstar said 242 weeks ago
GAHHHH I love Alice in Wonderland and I would TOTALLY buy this tee is it was a different color.... bummed. -
TragicallyHip said 242 weeks ago
I love the design, love the art, the hookah! But I don't like tees in that color. I bought one once, even though I didn't like the color, figuring I'd wear it anyway, and I didn't. But amazing job and congratulations! -
Stexe said 242 weeks ago
Good to see your art on another site. I bought the Walrus vs The Eggmen for my teacher who is infatuated with the Beatles and he loves the shirt. -
Hambone said 242 weeks ago
I like the design, but I dont think there will be much demand for mens sizes with this one. I'll take one for the wife though. - Load More Comments
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68 comments:
- mom2four said...
What are your favorite and least favorite parts of being a mom of many :) AND, where do you most often get new recipes :)
- January 8, 2009 at 5:33 PM
- The Combes Family said...
What do you do just for *you*? With so many children, I'm sure it's hard to come by, but what is your favorite thing to do?
- January 8, 2009 at 5:37 PM
What does John do for work? You have said you visit on buisness trips! Just curious.
- January 8, 2009 at 5:48 PM
I was curious whether Dennis was voluntarily reliquished or if he was removed with parental rights terminated. Of course, I respect your privacy on this issue if you don't want to answer. The reason I ask is because I feel a little bit of guilt regarding my adopted son. His birth mother's rights were terminated, and I feel a little bit "out of place" that I am his mother now since he wasn't freely reliquished. I know logically that his circumstances existed before I came into the picture, but I guess because I also have bio-children, I know how hurt I would be if someone took my children away and someone else parented them. Also, in the case of Dennis and knowing what was implied on the Reese's Rainbow site, I feel badly that wrong assumptions may have contributed to his removal from his birth mother. Even if he was relinquished, I feel sad for his birth mother that it might have been because she was not in a position to seek treatment for his condition. I'm just curious if you have any of these feelings or concerns and if so, how you come to terms with them. --Julie
- January 8, 2009 at 5:54 PM
- Megan said...
Do you hold to the belief in Quiverful? I first heard about it on a program about the Duggar family of Arkansas. What do you think of other large families?
- January 8, 2009 at 5:58 PM
- Rachel E. said...
Why did you delete your Jitter Fits post? I thought it was a great example of striving for a Christ-centered marriage and family. My other question is, are you and John planning on adopting any more children? (Sorry if you've already answered that one.)
- January 8, 2009 at 6:11 PM
Oh what a great topic.. I have some questions but feel free no not anawer..
1. Do any of your children that were adopted ever talk about or meet their bio parents?
2. Are any of your kids dating anyone?
3. How much was your house?
4. Why don't you Christen your children a few months after birth?
5. Will you have more kids in the future?
6. Does Dennis' eye at all close, like when he is sleeping? Does he wear a nite patch??
7. How much was Dennis' adoption being he was special needs?
8. Are you guys, Catholic, Baptist etc..???
9. If the kids are aloud candy then why can't they have soda till 13? lol
10. Do you have any pictures of when your children were babies that were adopted?
If I went overboard I am sorry, I just love reading your blog... lol
Your a wonderful family and you are supermom.. lol - January 8, 2009 at 6:15 PM
- Cindy said...
Just discovered your blog tonight through Leslie's and look forward to spending more time perusing. Can I post a link to your blog on mine?
- January 8, 2009 at 6:16 PM
- Tina in CT said...
Do you ever just want to have a few hours just by yourself? I don't know how you do it.
- January 8, 2009 at 6:17 PM
- Amy said...
First off, thank you again for sharing your life with us. I actually dreamed of Dennis the other night. We were at church and he came running into my classroom and said, "Thank you, Amy, for praying for me." And then he gave me a big hug! I usually don't remember my dreams but that one was so sweet I'm glad I did!
So anyhoo, my question is...
Do you have a life verse and if so, why did you pick it? - January 8, 2009 at 6:18 PM
- Mary said...
How do your kids get along? Do they all tend to play with each other in one group, or do you find that they tend to separate off into smaller groups based on age/gender/grade in school/ etc? I only have 1 sibling, so I always wondered whether larger families tended to have different sibling "subgroups."
Also, can I just say that I love the way Rachel is taking care of Dennis...it seems like in every photo of her that she's giving him a hug or carrying him - it's so clear to me that she loves her new baby brother! She's a great sister now and she'll be a great mom someday.
Great job on raising such wonderful children! - January 8, 2009 at 6:19 PM
Were any of your adopted childrens' names changed when they were adopted?
- January 8, 2009 at 6:22 PM
- Jill said...
What is your favorite dessert to eat?
- January 8, 2009 at 6:29 PM
- Heather said...
I don't really have a question. I am just catching up from a long absence in blogland. I am so thrilled that Dennis is doing so well. The scare you had post-surgery was awful. I certainly will be praying for his upcoming surgery.
- January 8, 2009 at 6:36 PM
- mmc said...
How did you find a spouse so open to having/adopting a lot of kids? Sorry, this was probably answered before, so feel free to skip it! I really want to adopt, but am not sure if whoever I end up with will want to as well.... (I'm 20 but I know I will adopt one day)
Is Dennis expected to have any sort of issues with speech? He is too cute, and such a great helper around the house! (I love that picture of the two of you)
-Molly - January 8, 2009 at 6:37 PM
- Nikki said...
Do your adopted children (well, other than Dennis who is too young to understand) have any desire to return to visit the countries that they were born in one day when they are older? Do you have any desires to bring them to visit?
- January 8, 2009 at 6:38 PM
- My Three Sons said...
Okay, here is my question. I know that you cannot possibly have 20 bedrooms in your house (I know, a little overboard) so who shares room with who? One last question, how do you get the kids to chip in on housework? I only have three kids and my two year old helps out way more than my teenagers. Everytime I see pictures, your house always looks in order and I'm jealous!
- January 8, 2009 at 6:39 PM
- Taylor said...
Hey! Does Dennis (or any of your adopted children) have disciplinary issues that stem from being adopted children. We have some friends who adopted special needs children who had very difficult behavior problems because of being abused in the orphanage. Also, I love seeing pictures of your house, so if you ever have more, I'd love to see them! Thanks. I'm praying for you all.
- January 8, 2009 at 6:49 PM
- Taylor said...
oh, one more thing. I guess your kids were all older when they were adopted, but how would you tell your child that he or she was adopted if they were adopted from infancy?
- January 8, 2009 at 6:50 PM
- Tanya Hermansen said...
Oh Christine, I think we are all glad that you have decided to do this post, however I think you are going to be really busy ;0)!!!
Okay here is my ?
We are a family that chooses to build our family through adoption as well as having our children biologically. We are only a family of 5 children right now but I know in my heart that I have more children out there waiting to join our family. The issues we face right now is the finanaces to fund the adoptions we seek and the constant comment from social workers or agencies is that we already have a lot going on in our family(say that 5 is already a large family). We have pursued quite a few options through the state and are always told that our family size could be an issue.
So my ? to you is how do you find the funding for all your adoptions and how did you overcome the notion that your family is to large to add another child too?
In my heart I know each day that my children are out there wait somewhere and I just keep praying we will overcome some of these challenges we have faced and our children will join our family. Any help you have on this would be fantastic!!!! - January 8, 2009 at 7:05 PM
- princessmama said...
Do you have issues with older kids picking on younger? Throwing their weight around?
Also I have questions about birth order and adopting. Do you know anyone who has adopted kids older than their oldest bio? Our oldest will be at least nine or ten (wild guessing here since I have NO idea what the next few years will look like) before we are in a position to start an adoption. - January 8, 2009 at 7:06 PM
Housework - I second the commenter who asked the question...I know you've touched on it before, but can you go a little deeper? I mean, if I wrote the chores down that needed doing, NO ONE would come rushing over, much less volunteering! Also, in regards to housework, is there anything you and only you do? Like are you obsessive about how sheets are folded for instance, so only you fold the sheets? Or chores that are just off limits to the kids? What percentage of the housework do the kids, you and your hubby each do? This is in no way meant to be offensive, just curious as we constantly are battling over things being picked up and we've only got 3 :)
- January 8, 2009 at 7:23 PM
- Lisa said...
Is Julia selling her homemade bib's how can I buy a few?
Can you share a round about way you make Borchet? - January 8, 2009 at 7:25 PM
I have been following your beautiful family for awhile now. The one thing that continues to amaze me is your faith. I am a young women who does not have a secure faith at this time. You never ending belief in Jesus just amazes me. I wonder how someone can be so sure about something they can not see. How did this come about for you?
Please keep up the wonderful blog. It is a treat to read!
Kim - January 8, 2009 at 7:37 PM
- Chelley said...
Well its looks like you got indated with questions maybe ir more like 200??????
Mine is when are you coming Australia to visit? - January 8, 2009 at 7:39 PM
- Charissa said...
When and why did you decide to grow your family through adoption?
- January 8, 2009 at 7:43 PM
- Shari said...
I think one of these posts asks a few too personal questions! Ugh! It's obvious you have a big expensive house, but obviously God provided and God provided John's job so you could afford it.
Do you have a chore chart or something similar so the children know what they need to do each day? - January 8, 2009 at 7:48 PM
I have been reading since the very beginning and I've always wondered two things:
1. How do you keep track of who is grounded, what they are grounded from, and for how long?
2. You've said several times that Dennis doesn't have DS,, does he have any other cognitive diagnosis you are aware of yet? - January 8, 2009 at 8:07 PM
- Laura said...
How many of your kids are bio and not bio. A lot of them look alike so it is hard to tell. Also how do you stay consistent discipline?
By the way I think you guys are great! - January 8, 2009 at 8:09 PM
- Corinne said...
Love the little bib and how can we order some from Julia? Do you give your kids an allowance for chores or are they expected to do them as part of being a member of the family?
- January 8, 2009 at 8:30 PM
- Amy said...
Hey Christine!
Did you expect to get so many questions???? Fortunately - since i Have read your blog for-almost-ever... I only have a couple of no-brainers for you... since you DID ask!!!
#1 - If you could pick ONE place to travel to and you could only take ONE person from your family - who would it be and where would you go???
#2 - If you had just ONE household chore that you never had to do again - which would it be?
#3 - If you had won a contest where you were given a million dollars, but the catch was you had to give all but $100 away - who would you give it to?
And lastly - do you ever take a flying family vacation - and if you do - do you get a group discount for the size of family???
Take care and hugs to all
ps- tell John that I am still very glad that he shaved the facial fur off!!! - January 8, 2009 at 9:04 PM
- 4 princesses & then 1 prince said...
Hi Christine,
Just one question for you...
I know you are extremely diligent in teaching your children how to cook, clean, sew, knit, pray (oh, the list goes on) but other than those things that you teach your kids in the home, do they have extra-cirricular activities (dance, piano, sports, etc.) they participate in and if so, how do you (a) manage to get everyone to their responsibilities, and (b) get them to practice?....amongst EVERYTHING else you do? You are truly an inspiration! I love following your blog. - January 8, 2009 at 9:36 PM
- RML said...
Are you planning to do any birth parent searches for your adopted children? Is their any useful medical information you think you could gain from this?
cheers, Renia - January 8, 2009 at 10:14 PM
- Alexandra {{Awareness Warrior}} said...
Okay, I have 11 questions for the mom of 11 kids!
1) Why Russia (& Ukraine)? Why not somewhere else?
2) What are some bargaining tips & tricks you've learned. Do you ever just go and say "I have 11 kids...are you SURE you can't give me a discount?"
3) Did you breastfeed your bio children, and if so, for how long?
4) Did you ever consider not using the kids' real names on your blog or not showing pictures/etc? If so, what made you decide to do it the way you do?
5) What are your biggest pet peeves / What are your biggest behavior pet peeves?
7) Have you ever confronted another parent because of something totally obnoxious/rude their kid did (like make fun of Dennis, etc)?
8) What's your view on college, and how do you respond when someone makes a rude comment regarding it?
9) What's your best comeback to ignorant comments on your family size?
10) What's your favorite response to comments/questions like "I don't know how you do it", "Are you crazy?" and "Boy, do you have your hands full!". I recently heard the quote "If you think my hands are full, you should see my heart!" and it immediately made me think of you
11) How long do you expect it will take you to answer all these questions?
8i8 Alex 8i8 - January 8, 2009 at 10:45 PM
- Carlee said...
Do you have/take a day of rest in anyway? And if so, what does that really look like? I have a hard time doing it with 3 kids, so I just can't imagine.
- January 8, 2009 at 11:16 PM
- DysFUNctional Mom said...
Mine have probably been answered before, but here they are anyway: Did you make a decision to adopt & give birth to many children, or did you just add to your family over time, making the decision one by one? And, what let you to adopting special needs kids?
Were you raised in an adoptive or fostering family? Did you learn your incredible compassion from your parents? - January 9, 2009 at 12:05 AM
- sleepygrrrl said...
I have been reading your blog for several weeks now and have really beein inspired. I have always wanted to adopt a child but my husband really isn't crazy about the idea since there's no reason why we cannot have more children of our own.
We have one daughter and I had gestational diabetes while I was pregnant and she was born with a very complex heart defect, likely as a result of the diabetes. I have always wanted to adopt but that makes me want to even more since the diabetes has become more or less permanent and there's a 15% chance that I will have another baby with a heart defect.
Really, I would like to adopt a baby with a heart defect. I know I can handle that. Do you know anything about adopting children with specific birth defects?
I would also like to know how you find time for yourself. I feel like I have a hard time doing that with only one child and am certain that there is something I can earn from you in that regard.
Thatnks for posting about your life. I have really enjoyed reading about your family. I especially love reading about Dennis and I will be thinking about him in the upcoming months as he gets ready to have his next surgery. I know that's hard on a family. My daughter has had several surgeries and it doesn't seem to get any easier. - January 9, 2009 at 4:59 AM
- Jarka said...
I´ve got one question...maybe it was already answered..but I´ll ask anyway... When did you first decided to adopt a child? - how did you tell your husband about it? -or was it he who suggested adoption? :)
- January 9, 2009 at 5:10 AM
- Chrissy said...
I really look up to you...you and your family are an inspiration! My hubby and I just started the process of adoption for our 1st child...I may be invading your privacy but...how do you afford adoption over and over? Do you have any ideas for a fundraiser? How many hours per night do you sleep? I ask about financials because we can barely afford one adoption and woubld do it again and again if we could afford to...but upwards of $45000, uggghh...so unfair it costs so much with so many children needing homes. Thank you for what you do! God bless!
- January 9, 2009 at 5:41 AM
- Kathy said...
No questions. Just stopping by.
- January 9, 2009 at 5:54 AM
- momof4as said...
Just wanted to say hi and that I enjoy your blog, which I either found through the Cornishes or the Garcias, I forget! You have a great family, the new addition is really a star! Love his name too, Dennis is my dad's first name and my son Alec's middle name. So may I ask how his name was chosen?
God bless -
Heather - January 9, 2009 at 6:11 AM
- Melissa said...
I just recently found your blog and just wanted to let you know that you inspire me! My husband and I have been foster parents for 7 years and have received many blessings from this experience. We have 3 bio children and 1 adopted child (through foster care). We are eager to adopted again and it is wonderful to see others who do the same. Way to go...your family is beautiful!
- January 9, 2009 at 6:15 AM
- Meredith said...
This is for sleepygrrl (I couldn't figure out how to send you a message privately).
You had said you were interested in a child with a heart defect. Go to http://www.reecesrainbow.com/angelgirls.htm the second little girl on the page (barbara) has heart problems.
We have a niece with heart problems and I had inquired about adopting barbara last year, but there was already a family in the process of adopting her. I was sad to see her back on the site. I assume the family trying to adopt he wasn't able to, but now with my husband deploying there is no way we could adopt her and I pray she isn't still waiting for a family when he gets back in December. - January 9, 2009 at 6:58 AM
- Sarah said...
I am in the process of becoming an SLP and I am a bit of a speech nerd so my question(s) are speech-related. I respect the privacy of your family so feel free to ignore any questions you feel are too invasive.
I know you mentioned that Rachel was somehow receiving speech services through the school. Have your other adopted girls received speech services? When you brought the girls home did they start school right away and if so what did the school do to help them learn English?
I know at some point you said the girls no longer speak Russian. Do they still remember it and if not do you think it was something they could pick up easily if they ever wanted to.
Finally, does Dennis make any attempt to speak? I am taking a class about cleft palates this coming semester so I don't know much about it yet. Will Dennis receive speech services after his services or does he receive any speech services now.
You have a beautiful family. Thank you for sharing them with us. - January 9, 2009 at 7:27 AM
- Carey and Norman said...
When did you first decide to adopt and how did you know that God was once again leading you to adopt after the 1st (2nd, etc.) adoption? I still feel in my heart that I'm meant to adopt again, but so many of the sites that I inquire act like there are many families already waiting (even when posted on websites like RainbowKids).
If you were to adopt again, what agencies and countries would you consider? - January 9, 2009 at 8:42 AM
- Conethia and Jim Bob said...
I don't have a question, but I wanted you to know that you are very inspirational to me and my husband. We are going to Ukraine in Feb. to adopt. We are going "blind" with the possiblilty of bringing two kids home. I love to read your blog and learn from your experiences. I love how you stay so close to John as well. Bob and I are best frineds and I don't want that to change. Thanks for posting and "keeping it real."
- January 9, 2009 at 8:50 AM
- Hevel Cohen said...
Well, I read somewhere that John and you became Christian together. Please correct me if I'm wrong! Are your families sharing your beliefs?
Also, do any of your children still speak Russian/Ukrainian? Do you encourage them to keep their language? - January 9, 2009 at 9:02 AM
- Mom To Six said...
Ok. Here's mine:
Are there ever days that you are totally exasperated with your kids, housework, etc? And what do you do on those days?
Ohilda - January 9, 2009 at 9:45 AM
- RaeAnnan said...
How did you decide you wanted a large family? It took me 12 years to have my son, 7 miscarriages and many years of fertility treatment to have my son and i am happy with him. Unless god had other plans for me i DO NOT ever expect to be preggo again. My family and some friends keep saying you need another. Logan is going to have only child syndrom... blablabla.. My husband and I talked about it and if we ever decide we want another one we will gladly adopt. But the truth is we are happy with our one? I follow your blog and people at work call me a stalker but every morning when i get in I have to check and see what you guys did the night before. You seem to have a great family.
- January 9, 2009 at 11:10 AM
- Kelli said...
thats more than 20 questions. hehe. I cant wait for all those answers, some really great questions.
- January 9, 2009 at 12:17 PM
How did your children (bio and adopted) react when a new child was brought into the home? Also I would love to adopt an older child someday soon, but I was wondering if there is anything that I need to do to be prepared for when they come home.
- January 9, 2009 at 12:50 PM
Hi. This post is a great idea. I just have three questions...
1. What religion are you? I understand if you choose not to answer it in case there is any kind of controversy.
2. What are your kids full names? I love hearing middle names of kids? And how did you choose their names when they were born/adopted?
3. Do your kids go to homeschool, public school, or private school?
Thanks again for sharing your life! - January 9, 2009 at 1:14 PM
What are your rules for dating when it comes to your children?
- January 9, 2009 at 1:27 PM
- mommytoalot said...
where did you learn to cook?
How in the world do you keep your house so tidy?
Any tips on when a mom (*hint hint) loses her patience what to do?
I adore your family - January 9, 2009 at 2:17 PM
- mommytoalot said...
I'm just reading everyone else's questions...I too wonder where you got such a wonderful hubby to agree to adopting , he's so supportive.
Wish my spouse was...any tips on that...??
How many bedrooms do you have?
And..if this is too personal..
just wondered..If you get an adoption subsidy when you adopt out of country.
In Ontario..where I live..there used to be an adoption subsidy for people who adopt children with special needs..but its been cut off for years. Also we have a lot of adoption break downs here. - January 9, 2009 at 2:22 PM
- :)De said...
Can I just say...Oh my goodness!! Have fun Christine.
:)De - January 9, 2009 at 2:39 PM
- Autumn said...
My question is~ Does Dennis sound any different since his surgery?
and I have been wanting to tell you that we all tried a pomagranate (did I spell it right? lol)and it was delicious. We were only able to buy one since here in Ohio they are $1.50 EACH. We were drooling seeing you all pick them off a tree! lol I am sure they were even better than the one we had.
~Elaine - January 9, 2009 at 2:47 PM
- Di said...
Thanks. Dennis is such a sweety. Honestly, I follow your blog b/c of him as I started by seeing his picture and your family on Reece's Rainbow. Do you worry about how he will be treated by others once he starts school? I guess that is a stupid question as any mom would be, but your posts about how other kids react to him, I imagine that might add to your worry. It makes me mad just reading it and I want to hug him and comfort him when I read it. I hope his future surgeries help with the "shock" of his appearance. I see him so much now, I honestly don't notice it anymore. Unfortuately, that won't be the case for everyone.
Dianna - January 9, 2009 at 2:57 PM
- MoonDog said...
do you have a large sized vehicle or do you drive two vehicles when you go out as a family. I have 4 kids now and still would like to adopt again but no room in the van for more than 1....
- January 9, 2009 at 3:09 PM
- Beth said...
Christine, what a great way to interact with your readers. I have been needing to catch up with your blog but still have not had a chance to. I did read your one about "delayed obedience is not obedience." I will have to tell my mom about that one :)
I enjoyed getting to see some of your family during our visit there.
I'll look forward to reading which questions you answer. - January 9, 2009 at 3:34 PM
- Anita J. said...
I have one! You have probably already posted about this, so just point me there if you have:
How in.the.world. do you split up chores at your house, and how do you keep things running so that they all get done consistently? - January 9, 2009 at 5:32 PM
- Jennifer said...
I am curious to know how you handle school issues,ie. homework, paperwork, teacher calls? I am currently tyring to "manage" 5 different schools and would love to know any of your organizational tips.
- January 9, 2009 at 5:45 PM
- Martha said...
Why do you subject yourself to the torture of answering countless questions like these?
- January 9, 2009 at 6:15 PM
And to think I am going to add questions to the list...
1. What is your favorite time of day?
2. Favorite movie?
3. Favorite season?
4. Favorite musician and song?
5. AND...what qualities do you love most about each of your children?
Kellie (in Bixby, OK) - January 9, 2009 at 9:17 PM
- princessmama said...
It's interesting to see the questions about how to turn a hubby on to adoption. Partly because with our family HE was the one who was interested long before me.
I know these are questions for Christine, I just thought I'd share my story real briefly since that topic caught my eye:)
Also, it was God who changed my mind. No one and nothing else could have done it. My honey didn't try. He would very briefly ask if I was interested, about once every two years, hee hee.
One day God asked me if He could do something with my heart. I didn't ask what I just said yes:) Over the next few months He changed my heart completely to desire adoption as strongly as I wanted to get pregnant before we had our first baby.
Isn't that neat?? :) It is to me, that's for sure.
I love your blog Christine and I can't wait to read all the answers :-) - January 9, 2009 at 9:25 PM
- firstname.lastname@example.com said...
I love reading your blog, and my 4 year old daughter regularly asks me to show her the pictures of your children, and tell her their names and ages.
My question relates to the post after this one, about the dentist visit. Do you ever let any of your older children stay home alone? Since my daughter is only 4, I have a while before making that decision, but I wondered what your thoughts were on that.
Jill - January 10, 2009 at 6:38 AM
- Susan said...
Oh, my , I hate to add to this long list...but wondered if Dennis was cleared to forgo wearing his glasses, since I haven't seen them on him lately. I am so glad his last surgery went well, and hope the big upcoming one goes smoothly and successfully, too. He's such a sweetie - it's fun to see him growing and trying out so many new things!
Best wishes,
Susan in Ky - January 11, 2009 at 12:50 PM
ok, one more question - what ever happened to that blog you mentioned a few months ago about life before you found Christ? Are you issuing invites for that or did you decide not to do it? Thanks!
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The Browns game is no longer a gimme with the way their defense has been playing. Cincy came close to losing both contests last year and probably will lose this one. Yes, Weeden stunk, but the Philly defense is much much MUCH better than the Cincy defense.
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it could be worse they could be the browns... jk... the bengals are suppose to be good but they are a little while away. dunlap needs to stay healthy a so does the offensive line. the starting left guard and center are injured. replacing them are a 2nd yr 4th rounder and a undrafted free agent from the factory of underachievers notre dame. apparently lost a lot more than i thought when rucker and another dt left for green bay. the defense was the strong area of the team last year and they were getting SHREDDED by flacco. so long story short there are many problems with the professional ohio football teams. however if we could combine the 2 i think we could make a formidable franchise lol
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I was actually pleasantly surprised with the Bengals' offense: the law firm (Green-Ellis) at running back showed a vast improvement over Cedric Benson's two-yard piledrives, our receivers (the ones not named Gresham or Green) looked solid, and Dalton played a pretty smart game. Though, his deep-ball passing was bad--if this was a focal point in the offseason, he's got a long way to go.
Keep in mind, the Bengals' defense (and offense, for that matter) is pretty bruised and battered: Dre Kirkpatrick (who probably has the best man coverage skills) has been injured all preseason and should return soon; Carlos Dunlap--an absolute monster of a pass rusher (probably the equal to pro-bowl Tackle Geno Atkins)--was out as well and should be returning next week; those two losses alone account for the Bengals' relative inability to stop the pass, especially when you couple it with defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer's penchant for all-or-nothing blitzes. Expect their returns to facilitate overall defensive improvement, but the pass coverage will most likely be an issue all season, hence the need for blitzes to rush the quarterback.
I watched almost the whole game (couldn't bare to watch anymore after Eddy Reed's pick six, besides it was basically garbage time afterwards), and I can say it wasn't just a problem of coverage--Flacco was seriously on his game. Multiple times he was hitting guys Aaron-Rodgers-style, which loosely translates to "it doesn't matter how well you cover your man, this pass is indefensable." I didn't really see a lot of busted coverages, though the Bengals need to learn how to cover tight ends, because they've been an achilles heel for years.
Bottom line, we got beat like a drum to probably one of the NFL's top three teams--a team that was playing at home in a raucus enviornment in their season opener on Monday night. I'll also mention this: the Bengals dropped two interceptions, and the Ravens' second touchdown was not a catch by any means--the scab refs completely blew that call.
Would any of those things changed the end result? No. But the game would have been a Hell of a lot closer.
Ravens are scary good. I shudder to think what would've happened if the Browns were on the field last night. Weeden absolutely sucks. Dalton looked competent for the most part outside of a couple of bad throws and that fumble. The Bengals are still miles ahead of the Browns.
Class of 2010.
I expected the Bengals to lose last night, they were going to Baltimore, it's hard to win their and the Bengals don't beat teams that have winning records or are playoff caliber. I didn't however, expect them to get embarrassed on National TV. Their defense was supposed to be their strong suit. Well, they made Baltimore look like the Saints or Packers offense out there.
I thought last night the score would be 21-14 or 24-10 something along those lines, I thought they may be a 7-9 win team. Now, I'm thinking 4-6 is more likely.
the change is already apparent in the past 3 drafts. the browns have ponied up some money in the scouting dept. ive been as hard on mike as anyone but lately he hasnt been a terrible gm. mikes best gm'ing comes when he is least involved in the activities of the bengals. his dad was a football god, him not at all and i hated him since i was old enough to know he was the problem. hes not the problem anymore though the bengals run the division next yr pitt and balt are getting old.
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In 1833, the first fraternity, Alpha Delta Phi, was established at Miami. Since then, five social Greek-letter organizations have been founded here at the University: Beta Theta Pi (1839), Phi Delta Theta (1848), Sigma Chi (1855), Delta Zeta (1902), and Phi Kappa Tau (1906). The founding of these fraternal organizations has earned Miami University the nickname, "Mother of Fraternities."
Today, the University hosts over 50 fraternity and sorority chapters. Each chapter is committed to the Principles of the Greek Community: Scholarship & Learning, Service & Philanthropy, Leadership, Community, and Brotherhood & Sisterhood.
Approximately one third of our undergraduate student population are members of the Fraternity/Sorority community. Our members are involved in many of the University's events, programs, and student organizations.


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The idea for the movie is deceptively simple; a great white shark with a fond taste for the sweet taste of human flesh is patrolling the water off Amity Island (read Nantucket or Martha's Vineyard)and terrorizing the summer tourist population. Inject into this some interesting and novel subplots regarding a burned-out city cop and unlikely undersung hero, a brainy, affable but basically misunderstood young marine biologist, and a wonderfully crusty old mariner turned professional shark fisherman and you have the recipe for an entertaining rollercoaster ride.
This movie is a modern classic, one with a young Roy Scheider, Richard Dreyfuss, and the late Robert Shaw. Watching their characters interact is an afternoon's entertainment well deserved, one that is durable and repeatable. It also is one that translates very well into the DVD mode. One caution; don't view it anytime before going for your summer vacation. You may really be afraid to go back into the water!


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Dr. Eric Dent joins UNCP as Dean of the School of Business Dr. Eric B. Dent has been selected as the new Dean of the School of Business at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke. Dr. Dent comes to UNCP from the University of Maryland University College, where he is a doctoral professor and founding director of a doctoral program in management with specializations in organizational processes, international management and technology and information systems. Before earning a Ph.D. in organizational behavior and development, Dr. Dent, 41, worked in software development, management consulting and as a corporate vice president. Dr. Dent has published many articles and two books: "Organization Development" (1993, University of Maryland Press) and "Management: Perspectives, Processes, and Productivity" (1995, University of Maryland Press). His interests are the disciplines of organizational leadership and behavior. He said he was drawn into the field from work experiences. After working for IBM, Dr. Dent worked for an international consulting firm and started his own firm, Always Improvement, in 1993. Dr. Dent lists his current research interests as leadership in turbulent environments, new science and chaos theory applications in organizations and organizational learning experience at universities. He earned his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science from Emory University in Atlanta. Dr. Dent earned a Master of Business Administration degree and Ph.D. from George Washington University in Washington DC.
(L to R) Dr. Kania, Elena Fedotova, Dr. Chen, Tomsk State University Rector Valery Obukov, Chancellor Meadors, and Anatoly Kopytov. Elena visited Pembroke fall 2002 as part of the Partners in Education Program Chancellor Meadors, Drs. Kania and Chen travel to Siberia A whirlwind summer of international travel found UNC Pembroke faculty and administrators in Siberia, Marseilles, Bavaria and Scandinavia. UNCP is continuing to internationalize itself through a variety of agreements for student and faculty exchanges, as well as importing and exporting academic programs. Chancellor Allen C. Meadors and Dr. Richard Kania, Chair of UNCP's Department of Sociology, Social Work and Criminal Justice, traveled to Tomsk State University in July to meet with some old friends and to build new relationships. Dr. Kania remained in Siberia for a week to negotiate similar exchange programs with universities and institutes in Yurga, Novosibirsk, Barnaul and Bijsk. UNCP and Tomsk are partners in a State Department-sponsored teacher exchange program called Partners in Education. The Russian university, which specializes in teacher training, is interested in exchanges of many types, said Dr. Alex Chen, Associate Vice Chancellor for International Programs. Other international travelers include:


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One of this year's MidPoint Music Festival participants, Brooklyn Indie rockers Bear Hands, have released a new music video for the song "High Society." The group (in town for MidPoint Sept. 24, with the venue TBA) is still out promoting its debut album, Burning Bush Supper Club, which came out last fall. Check the clip (and more info on the video) below. And don't forget — MPMF three-day tickets are available now at mpmf.com and, while they last, on Fountain Square every Friday during the MidPoint Indie Summer concerts.
If you're headed out to the Lindner Family Tennis Center near Kings Island in Mason for the big Western & Southern Financial Group Masters men's semifinals Saturday evening and you are a fan/supporter of local music, be sure to arrive early and stay late. The tournament has teamed with the MidPoint Music Festival to bring in two top-notch local bands — the Folk/Pop duo Ellery and Blues rockers The Jon Justice Band — to entertain the masses.
The MidPoint Music Festival countdown is down to just 3 days, kicking off this Thursday. Here are our daily MidPoint Music Festival 2012 picks …
Freelance Whales (Queens, NY)
Baroque Indie Electro Pop
Frontman Judah Dadone founded Freelance Whales in 2008 and recorded much of the band's lauded, self-released debut album from late 2009, Weathervanes (reissued by Frenchkiss and Mom + Pop in 2010). The band not only scored a lot of fans based on the album, but also a ton of licensing (for a variety of films and TV shows). The band's consistent international touring, external exposure and word-of-mouth PR has built anticipation for its new album, Diluvia, to a fever pitch. The LP is set for an Oct. 9 release (MPMF serves as the opening date on the band's tour behind the record). Freelance Whales' mix of electronic sounds and Chamber Folk ideals has led them to be compared to everyone from The Postal Service to Sufjan Stevens.
You'll Dig It If You Dig: Sufjan Stevens making a Postal Service album; Postal Service making a Sufjan album. (Mike Breen)
Freelance Whales (their name, if you're wondering, was inspired by the huge amount of "freelancers" working in NYC) performs Saturday in Washington Park at 7 p.m. (taking the slot vacated by Sleigh Bells). Here's a new track from Diluvia, "Spitting Image."
Leogun (London, UK)
Rock & Roll
With "big breaks" today mostly coming in the form of internet exposure, London trio Leogun's big-time entry into the music biz was decidedly old-fashioned. Singer/guitarist Tommy Smith snuck into an Eagles of Heavy Metal show in London and met an industry heavyweight who introduced him to Elton John's Rocket Music Management. From there, the band became the first band signed to instrument-maker Yamaha's new record label. Leogun went to Nashville to lay down some of their timeless, passionate Rock & Roll, the first results of which are set for an EP due Oct. 16 (a full-length is planned for 2013). Leogun's transcendent take on vintage Blues-inspired Rock & Roll is strong enough to earn them one the "bands most likely to return soon for an arena show" awards from this year's MPMF.
Dig: Wolfmother, Pearl Jam, Queens of the Stone Age. (MB)
Leogun performs at The Drinkery Saturday at 12:30 a.m. Here's the band's new single and video, "Let's Be Friends," which just premiered on MTV.com.
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MPMF news and musings: The official MidPoint Music Festival guide (on the streets of Greater Cincinnati until Wednesday, then resurfacing when it's MPMF-time) included a few feature stories this year about some of the festival's bonus features and additions. Read Leyla Shokoohe's interview with MPMF main-man, CityBeat's own Dan McCabe, about the fest's dedication to Over-the-Rhine and new MPMF venues Washington Park and the Emery Theatre here.
And now, with the countdown down to just 12 days, here are our daily MidPoint Music Festival 2012 picks …
Grizzly Bear (Brooklyn, NY)
Indie Art Pop
When this year's initial MPMF performers were announced, eclectic Brooklyn crew Grizzly Bear was by far the name that seemed to most excite fest-goers. The group's eccentric mix of artsy arrangements, organic psychedelia and boundless experimentalism has been earning the fans an ever-increasing and loyal fanbase since their lysergic debut release in 2004. Though continually adventurous, the band's sound has grown and matured with the size of its following — 2009's Veckatimest debuted at No. 8 on Billboard's album chart and seemingly made every single music critic in the world's "Top 10 Best" list that year. Expect an even bigger response from critics and fans when Grizzly Bear finally unleashes the much-anticipated new release, Shields, released just prior to the band's MPMF stop. There's a very good chance one of MPMF.12's biggest acts will be sporting a Top 10 album by the time they get to Washington Park (an MPMF first).
You'll Dig It If You Dig: Brian Wilson at his "off-the-meds" creative peak, listening to an "AM Gold" Soft Rock compilation and a Kraut Rock comp after drinking gallons of psychedelic mushroom tea.
Grizzly Bear headlines the Washington Park stage on Friday, Sept. 28 at 8:30 p.m. The band performed the lead-off track from its new Shields album, "Sleeping Ute," on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon last night. Take a look/listen:
Rich Aucoin (Halifax, CAN)
Electro Pop
On his enthralling 2011 full-length, We're All Dying to Live, Canadian musician Rich Aucoin decided he'd invite Canada to record with him. As a result, the album features over 500 musicians, whose teaming on Aucoin's dynamic, funky and craftily constructed tracks makes Dying to Live sound like the Electro Disco party of the century. But it's not just a mindless exercise in dancefloor stereotypes — there's depth and nuance to Aucoin's songwriting and layering that might not be noticeable initially. Unlike a lot of Dance acts, Aucoin's music isn't disposable fun — it's essential and commands repeated listens.
Dig: '80s Synth Pop, '70s Disco, of Montreal, 4AD artists, Chic and Duran Duran in art school together.
Rich Aucoin performs at Below Zero Lounge on Thursday, Sept. 27, at 11 p.m. Here is the hour-long film created to sync up with We're All Dying to Live (plus, of course, the full album for a free preview listen).
Rich Aucoin - We're All Dying To Live :: Public Publication EP / Over The Top! LP from Sonic Entertainment Group on Vimeo.
LOCAL LOCK PICKNot cool, MPMF thieves. A pair of guitars were stolen from Nashville's Turbo Fruits last night before the band closed out the festival's first night at The Drinkery in Over-the-Rhine. Here's the skinny:
"Both of Kingsley's guitars went missing from the 2nd level green room at The Drinkery (1150 Main St) in Cincinatti last night before our MPMF show. These guitars have a lot of sentimental value and we're looking for any leads or suggestions for pawn shops, etc. where we might track them down. One is a 1994 american fender stratocaster 40th anniversary model. The other is a 70's aria les Paul with original bigsby and an original 70's Gibson case. Its Tobacco burst with old locking tuning keys with the screw to the locking tuner key on the high e missing. Please email us at firstname.lastname@example.com.
-Turbo Fruits"
Photo of the Strat above.
If you are a musician who has an act they'd like to showcase at this year's MidPoint Music Festival and you haven't submitted for consideration, you better get on it. Tomorrow is the final day submissions will be accepted.
Click here for details on how to submit an EPK for consideration.
In related news, the MidPoint Indie Summer concert series (which has it's own Wikipedia page!) returns every Friday on Fountain Square starting June 1. Expect lineup announcements soon. A certain amazing local Power Pop/Rock band has "hinted" they will be a part of the series this year. But you didn't hear it from me.
MidPoint has also posted some fresh artwork that you are encouraged to use to create your own "posters, clothes, or otherwise interesting and useful things." Get your base materials here and check out the design below.
Sales of MidPoint VIP Passes end tonight at midnight, as do all online ticket sales for MPMF.11. Go here to make your online purchases of VIP Passes ($125) and 3-day wristbands ($49); you'll receive your tickets in the mail before MidPoint begins on Thursday.
Meanwhile, Biore® Skincare's giveaway of 20 free pairs of 3-day wristbands ends tomorrow at 12 noon. Register to win here.
If you prefer to buy your 3-day wristbands in person, you still have two options: visit one of 19 local retail stores in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky selling wristbands (full list is here) or stop by the MPMF.11 Ticket/Info Booth on the MidPoint Midway Thursday evening during the first night of MidPoint. You won't be able to buy a 3-day wristband at any MPMF.11 venue — only the Midway ticket booth — and you won't be able to buy one after Thursday night.
The MPMF.11 Ticket/Info Booth will also have 1-day wristbands for sale each night during the festival for $30. You won't be able to buy a 1-day wristband at any MPMF.11 venue — only the Midway ticket booth.
The 2010 MidPoint Music Festival is finally upon us. In fact, it actually kicks off at noon today on the outdoor plaza outside the Main Public Library at Ninth and Vine streets with local Americana/Roots favorites Magnolia Mountain. Should be a hot start to a long, action-packed weekend. Literally.
If you're looking for last-minute updates and answers to your questions, you can stop by the MidPoint World Headquarters across from the library at Garfield Suites Hotel (Vine Street and Garfield Place). They'll be open for business by noon today. The MidPoint web site is a good spot for daily schedules, venue details, maps, Metro shuttle bus info and everything else.
I got a late start to the final night of MPMP 2010, and by the time I got to the Main Event, Natural Child only had a few songs left in their set. Having just turned old enough to get into bars a few weeks ago, it was the first time I'd stepped into the Main Event and I was happy with what I saw and heard. Housing Rock & Roll at its roots, the club featured a lot of plaid and, from what I heard, three damn good bands.


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Lipstick Traces
The assassinations of John Kennedy, Martin Luther King, and Bobby Kennedy are etched in the memories of all middle-aged and elderly Americans. For older New Orleanians, there are two additional moments that stand out: the Rault Center fire in November of 1972 and the Howard Johnson sniping incident in early January of 1973.
For some reason, the name of the Black Muslim HoJo sniper, Mark Essex, popped into my head recently and I decided to look him up online. This post offers a thorough account of the incident and the events leading up to it. It's broken into 15 short "chapters" that can be read in less than an hour total (chapters 16 & 17 display photos and citations).
The story starts out by noting that the Black Muslim DC sniper, John Allen Williams (AKA Muhammad), then 12 years old, lived in nearby Baton Rouge at the time, a fact I originally interpreted as an interesting bit of trivia and nothing more.
I was subsequently struck, however, by an odd detail in Chapter 7 that reminded me of Muhammad: Mark Essex going into a small local grocery to buy lipstick.
Who was this "loner" buying lipstick for — a girlfriend, a boyfriend, himself? How many men, white or black, have ever bought lipstick? I never have, and no woman has ever asked me to — including my wife of 25 years, who no doubt knows that I'd come home with the wrong brand/shade/applicator/whatever.
When he went on his rampage decades later, Muhammad was accompanied by a young male companion of close, but uncertain relationship.
Which raises the question: Is there some Muslim/homosexual connection that we need to know about, or did these two fonts of rage just happen to converge in one person, twice?


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Biden: For Protection; 'Buy A Shotgun, Buy A Shotgun'
February 20, 2013 Americans don't need assault-style weapons to protect their homes, says the vice president. He tells Parents magazine that he's advised Jill Biden to just fire off a couple blasts from their double-barreled shotgun if there are intruders on the property of their Delaware home.
It's All Politics
Often Written Off, Biden Has Long List Of Deals To His Name
January 5, 2013 The "fiscal cliff" wasn't the first time Vice President Joe Biden has helped carry a deal across the finish line. Though critics dismiss him as a gaffe-prone windbag, he has reached across the aisle many times to get compromises through Congress.
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Does Anybody Have More Fun Than Joe Biden? Check These Photos
November 29, 2012 The vice president had to talk some about taxes and spending cuts while he was there. But it looked like he just wanted to shop today at Washington, D.C.'s first Costco store — and was having a really good time doing it.
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Hearing Is Believing: A Comparison of Romney and Obama Sound Bites
October 15, 2012 On the eve of the second presidential debate, we revisit the first one and the vice presidential debate. Some listeners thought they heard more clips of Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan than of President Obama and Joe Biden. We found a virtual dead heat. In politics, our bile affects what we hear.
It's All Politics
5 Takeaways From The Vice Presidential Debate
October 12, 2012 Neither Vice President Biden nor GOP Rep. Paul Ryan gave any quarter Thursday night. The two men were pointed and at some points personal in discussing their differences across a broad range of domestic and foreign policy issues.
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Laugh Break: Jill Biden And What She's Seen Of Joe 'Up Close'
September 24, 2012 When the nation's second lady was introducing her husband in New Hampshire, the audience was in stitches after a certain gesture combined with her words took on a meaning she certainly didn't intend. The vice president, though, seemed to love it.
It's All Politics
Retell Politics: Story About Obama's Mother Gets Another Look
September 7, 2012 Ann Dunham's fight with an insurance company before her death in 1995 is under scrutiny once more. And this time, a few words may tell a different tale.
It's All Politics
Could Ryan Lure Younger Voters To GOP?
August 15, 2012 At 42, Paul Ryan is the nation's first vice presidential candidate from Generation X. Some college-age Republicans are thrilled to have him on the ticket, but the GOP has a tough challenge ahead if it is to pick up much of the younger vote from President Obama.
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Campaign Trail: Biden's Comment About 'Chains' Sparks Controversy
August 15, 2012 By telling a racially mixed audience in Virginia on Tuesday that the Republican ticket's economic plans would "put y'all back in chains," Vice President Biden sparked the latest campaign controversy.
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Biden: Iraq Will Be A Partner; History Will Judge If War Was Worth It
December 13, 2011 "We're looking for a stable, democratic government that is not beholden to anyone in the region and is able to be secure within its own borders," the vice president told NPR, and he sees that happening in Iraq.
Political Junkie
Obama To Dump Biden From The Ticket In Favor Of Hillary? Give Me A Break
November 7, 2011 This week's Political Junkie column: President Obama says Joe Biden is doing a great job as vice president. Biden says he will run again in 2012. Hillary Clinton says rumors of her replacing Biden on the ticket are nonsense. And they are. So why doesn't this story go away?
The Two-Way
Vice President Joe Biden Joins Twitter
July 5, 2011 The gaffe prone vice president will not tweet himself. Instead, his staff will telegraph official messages.


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7,233: Heat exposure caused 7,233 heat-related deaths in the United States from 1999 to 2009. To prevent heat-related illnesses, injuries and deaths during hot weather, stay in an air-conditioned indoor location as much as possible, drink plenty of fluids even if you don't feel thirsty and wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing and sunscreen. Schedule outdoor activities carefully, pace yourself and take cool showers or baths to cool down. Check on a friend or neighbor and have someone do the same for you, and never leave children or pets in cars.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Senior Health
No matter your age, you can help keep your body healthy and your money out of the health care system by eating right, exercising and avoiding habits that contribute to chronic illness. In your 50s, stop putting off long-term care insurance. Those care expenses can pose a real threat to your retirement savings and lifestyle. In your 60s, don't go without it. If you retire early and lack employer-provided health insurance, don't be tempted to cut costs and skip insurance until you're eligible for Medicare at age 65. Consider buying an individual policy to bridge the gap if you have no other option.
- Brandpoint
New Research
A new study points to more evidence of the link between certain foods and addictive behavior. According to news reports, the New Balance Foundation Obesity Center at Boston Children's Hospital recently focused on the dietary glycemic index, a measure of a food's ability to raise blood sugar levels, on brain regions associated with cravings among 12 obese men. After consuming two milkshakes each (one with a higher glycemic index), their brains were scanned via MRI. The results: Blood levels surged and crashed after consuming the shake with the higher glycemic index, also activing men's nucleus accumbens - a part of the brain triggered by addictive drugs and behaviors.