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It's a week for longtime greats, including Drew Brees, Reggie Wayne and Tony Gonzalez, while the San Francisco 49ers suddenly present viable fantasy options, RGIII is injured and more in Scott Cullen's Week 5 Recap.
COOL BREESPassing for 370 yards and four touchdowns was enough for Saints QB Drew Brees to both set the all-time record for consecutive games with a touchdown pass and earn the first win of the season for New Orleans.
For all of their flaws as a team, most of them are on defence, so the Saints can pile up yardage. With star TE Jimmy Graham suffering a sprained ankle, Brees worked with his outside threats, so the primary beneficiaries of Brees' aerial assault against San Diego were wide receivers Marques Colston (9 REC, 131 YDS, 3 TD) and Devery Henderson (8 REC, 123 YDS, 1 TD).
STATELY WAYNE MANORGiven the atrocious quarterback play he put up with last season, there was every reason to believe that veteran Colts receiver Reggie Wayne could rebound this season with rookie Andrew Luck representing an upgrade in pass distribution. Against Green Bay on Sunday, Wayne put up 13 catches for a career-high 212 yards, scoring one touchdown.
Through four games, Wayne leads the league with 126.5 receiving yards per game and while he's not going to have a 2,000-yard season, 33-year-old Wayne could be a No. 1 fantasy receiver for the first time in a couple of years.
GOING, GOING, GONZALEZThere was a time when Falcons TE Tony Gonzalez was the unchallenged champion among tight ends, but the position has undergone a renaissance, what with Antonio Gates becoming a perennial Pro Bowler and Rob Gronkowski and Jimmy Graham appearing as new-era prototypes last season.
Through it all, however, Gonzalez has remained an elite producer at the position. After 13 catches for 123 yards and a touchdown against Washington, 36-year-old Gonzalez leads all tight ends with 388 yards and four touchdowns (tied with four others).
FINER NINERSI've been as skeptical as anyone about the value provided by the 49ers, but they paid off huge against Buffalo. QB Alex Smith (18-for-24, 303 YDS, 3 TD) suffered a finger injury, but after his performance, he's currently the top-rated quarterback (108.7 QB Rating) in the league.
WR Michael Crabtree (6 REC, 113 YDS, 1 TD) and TE Vernon Davis (5 REC, 106 YDS) benefitted from Smith's effective passing game, while running backs Frank Gore (14 carries, 106 yards) and Kendall Hunter (11 rushes, 81 yards) helped grind out the yards in the blowout win.
RGIII INJUREDRedskins rookie QB Robert Griffin III had been the most productive quarterback in fantasy circles through the first four weeks, so when a concussion forced him from Sunday's game against Atlanta, it was a significant development.
Fellow rookie Kirk Cousins was serviceable (5-for-9, 111 YDS, 1 TD, 2 INT) in relief, but Washington's hopes are pinned on the health of Griffin. If he responds favourably to physical activity this week, though, there is the possibility that Griffin III will be starting for Washington next week against Minnesota.
CHRIS JOHNSON, BREAKING HEARTSAfter rushing for 141 yards at Houston in Week Four, Titans RB Chris Johnson returned to his fantasy useless self with 15 carries for 24 yards at Minnesota Sunday. The Titans host Pittsburgh thsi week, which isn't a great opportunity to recapture his lost form, but maybe the following week, at Buffalo, will be his next chance to salvage what has been an awful start (210 rushing yard, 2.9 ypc) to the season. Johnson's primary backup, Javon Ringer, will be out 4-6 weeks with a knee injury, which makes it unlikely that there will be any changes to the Titans' backfield.
NEWTON FLOPSLast year's prized rookie quarterback, Carolina's Cam Newton, has struggled this season, with his 80.9 QB rating ranking 20th in the league. In Sunday's loss to Seattle, Newton completed 12 of 29 passes (a career-low 41.4%) for a career-low 141 yards. Newton wasn't effective passing the ball, but the Panthers' gameplan didn't really reflect that, practically refusing to attack the Seahawks any other way.
Carolina ran the ball on 19 of their 52 offensive plays, but seven of those runs were by Newton, leaving 10 carries, total, for running backs Jonathan Stewart and DeAngelo Williams.
BACK IN BLACKSteelers RB Rashard Mendenhall made his first start of the season, returning from offseason knee surgery and finished with 101 yards and a touchdown on 16 touches against Philadelphia. Mendenhall adds competence to a Steelers running game that sputtered with Jonathan Dwyer and Isaac Redman but, with Mendenhall returning, Redman filled a complementary role against the Eagles and Pittsburgh was clearly more effective.
RIDLEY ME THISNew England is getting more comfortable with the running game it seems, with Stevan Ridley (28 carries, 151 yards, 1 TD) and Brandon Bolden (14 carries, 54 yards) putting up significant yardage for the second straight week.
Even with a few games of limited production, Ridley ranks fifth in the league with 490 rushing yards and is tied for second with four rushing touchdowns.
Part of the reason that the Patriots are running the ball is that they don't have their full complement of receivers, but fewer pass-catching options for Tom Brady means that Wes Welker is re-establishing his place as Brady's prime target. With 13 catches for 104 yards and a touchdown, Welker now leads all wide receivers with 38 catches on the season; his 484 yards ranks sixth. Not bad for a guy that was supposedly getting phased out in Week One.
CARDINALS RB INJURIESThe Cardinals' running back situation is a mess, which makes for challenges throughout the offence because it's not as if QB Kevin Kolb is generating enough of a passing game to survive without a competent rushing attack. With Beanie Wells already sidelined with a turf toe injury, Ryan Williams suffered a season-ending shoulder injury.
That leaves an undistinguished trio. William Powell, who has three carries for nine yards in the NFL, is ahead of Alfonso Smith (who rushed for 102 yards on 30 carries last year) and LaRod Stephens-Howling, who is on the small side, who has 738 yards from scrimmage in three-plus NFL seasons and might have the most upside of this bunch.
IN LIKE QUINNRams DE Robert Quinn registered three sacks against Arizona, giving him six on the season. He had five as a rookie in part-time duty last season, but Quinn is quickly becoming one of the premier pass-rushing ends in the league.
AMENDOLA OUTRams No. 1 WR Danny Amendola is likely to miss at least a month, and possibly more, after suffering a shoulder injury against Arizona. With more than twice as many targets, catches and yards as anyone else on the Rams roster this season, Amendola's absence creates a significant hole in what is already a paper-thin offence surrounding QB Sam Bradford.
With Amendola out, that means more looks for Brandon Gibson and Chris Givens, the latter of whom stepped in to fill Amendola's spot when he left the Arizona game. Gibson and Givens are deep threats, however, not proven in the kind of possession routes that have been Amendola's hallmark, so this could conceivably open the door for veteran WR Steve Smith, who has been inactive for the last couple games.
CINCINNATI KIDBengals RB BenJarvus Green-Ellis lost carries to Bernard Scott against Miami, which isn't unreasonable since he had 14 yards on nine carries, but with Scott suffering a season-ending knee injury in the contest, Green-Ellis has some comfort atop the Bengals' depth chart. Brian Leonard and Cedric Peerman are next in line, though neither one appears to be ready to challenge for the starting job yet.
GIANT STEPSGiants RB Ahmad Bradshaw appears to be back in full health, running for 200 yards and a touchdown on 30 carries against Cleveland. With Bradshaw's career day (his previous high was 151 at Buffalo in 2007), that meant less work for backups. Andre Brown had zero carries and David Wilson two carries (for 44 yards), so Bradshaw solidified his position.
With Hakeem Nicks and Ramses Barden out, Giants rookie WR Rueben Randle put up six catches for 82 yards against the Browns. Randle may not get enough looks when all are healthy, but he could be a viable performer as the Giants' number three behind Victor Cruz and Domenik Hixon when that opportunity is available to him.
BROWNS RECEIVERSWith inconsistency plaguing the Browns' receiving corps, most notably drop-prone Greg Little, there are opportunities opening up for others. Rookie WR Josh Gordon, had just two catches against the Giants, but they were 62 and 20-yard touchdowns and, even though he has a modest nine catches, he leads all Browns receivers with 175 yards this year.
Jordan Norwood, a second-year receiver out of Penn State, had nine catches for 81 yards as he has suddenly become a prominent target (13 catches, 137 yards in the last two games) for QB Brandon Weeden.
PACK AND WRAPGreen Bay RB Cedric Benson suffered a lisfranc injury in his foot that is expected to keep him out at least eight weeks. This opened the door for Alex Green, initially, but James Starks, who has been out with a toe injury, will figure prominently in plans too, since he has more of a track record in the Packers offence.
MORRISWhile the presence of Ryan Grant might cause some concern about playing time for Redskins rookie Alfred Morris, continued production seems assured of keeping Morris in his spot at the top of the depth chart.
For the second straight week, Morris rushed for a career-high (115 yards this week against Atlanta) and ranks fourth in the league with 491 rushing yards.
WAKE UP CALLAfter he was surprisingly bumped from the top of the Chargers RB depth chart, Ryan Mathews turned in a strong game (139 yards, 18 touches) at New Orleans to re-establish that he is, in fact, with all due respect to Jackie Battle, the best San Diego has at the position.
KERLEY QUEUEThere is an argument to be made that no one on the Jets is worthy of fantasy consderation, but those in deeper leagues might want to give WR Jeremy Kerley some consideration. He put has five receptions for 94 yards against Houston and his 291 receiving yards through five games ranks ahead of notables like Jordy Nelson, Andre Johnson and Stevie Johnson.
CASSEL CRUMBLESControversy swirled when Kansas City fans cheered QB Matt Cassel leaving the field with a concussion. Putting aside that tastelessness, however, that increases the likelihood of Brady Quinn starting at Tampa Bay next week.
CHIEFS' PASS RUSHOn the other side of the ball, the Chiefs do have an improving pass rush. Chiefs OLB Justin Houston had two sacks against the Ravens (as did teammate Tamba Hali) and Houston, a second-year linebacker out of Georgia, is now tied for third in the league with six sacks, making him a dangerous complement to Hali, who has 26.5 sacks in the last two seasons as well as three sacks in four games this year.
JEFFREY INJUREDBears rookie WR Alshon Jeffery suffered a broken hand against Jacksonville, which will open up additional looks in the passing game for Devin Hester and Earl Bennett.
Of course, any receivers in Chicago are secondary in nature to Brandon Marshall, who is back in sync with QB Jay Cuter, finishing with 12 catches for 144 yards and a touchdown against the Jaguars.
INJURIESRobert Griffin III, QB, Washington (concussion)Jimmy Graham, TE, New Orleans (ankle)Cedric Benson, RB, Green Bay (foot)Ryan Williams, RB, Arizona (shoulder)Danny Amendola, WR, St. Louis (shoulder)Matt Cassel, QB, Kansas City (concussion)Brian Cushing, ILB, Houston (knee)LaMarr Woodley, OLB, Pittsburgh (hamstring)Troy Polamalu, SS, Pittsburgh (calf)Alshon Jeffery, WR, Chicago (hand)
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Brazil's Embraer on Thursday clinched a deal worth up to $4 billion to supply larger regional jets for American Airlines' regional network.
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Although losing the deal is disappointing for Canadian-based Bombardier, Republic and Embraer have a long history together, making it difficult for Bombardier to displace the incumbent, PI Financial analyst Chris Murray said.
"It is not that there aren't other orders that we will still expect to see out of the U.S.," he said.
Other U.S. airlines that are considering renewing their regional fleets in the short- to medium-term are United Continental
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It might be a first for the state of Minnesota -- less than a week after same-sex marriage became the law of the land, a same-sex divorce has been filed.
It's not that the couple changed their mind quickly. They had been married somewhere else, but now that their marriage is legally recognized here, they can legally end it.
Attorneys admit it's uncharted territory, but other than the novelty of being the first gay divorce in state history, it's unlikely that the courts will treat the cases any differently than any other. Even so, there is no case law for the circumstances same-sex couples face.
Hundreds of couples anxiously awaited the Aug. 1 deadline and they flocked to venues in the metro to tie the knot. Meanwhile, Dawn Tuckner was waiting for just the opposite reason.
"I was so excited. I've been stuck in a relationship -- basically being married to someone that, we didn't live together, we had nothing to do, no contact -- and it felt like I was trapped," she said.
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"A mistake I made back in 2004, today it's still haunting me," she said.
Tuckner has since met someone new, but they've been unable to move on.
"They are, whether they like it or not, married," attorney Jason Brown explained. "As a result, before they can remarry, they need to dissolve that first marriage."
Just like heterosexual couples who opt for divorce, same-sex couples will find out that splitting up can be a messy business.
"This is a case where the litigants have a 9-year marriage that fell apart and they have been stuck, unable to dissolve that relationship in any meaningful way until they were recognized as a married couple under Minnesota law," Brown said.
Complicating matters, Dawn gave birth to a son through artificial insemination and her then-spouse legally adopted the boy. Yet, over time, their relationship deteriorated.
"We grew apart, just like any straight couple, just like any couple you know that have children," Tuckner said. "They do change things in a relationship. I just haven't been able to do anything about it. I haven't been able to move on with my life."
The couple might have been able to divorce in Canada or other states that recognized same-sex marriage, but residency requirements made added extra difficulty to that option.
Before their marriage was recognized in Minnesota, the issue started as one of custody. Once the divorce is finalized, Tuckner will still have plenty of paperwork to grapple with -- including changing her and her son's last name and getting her ex-wife to sign over parental rights.
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Shakinda created quite a storm in Dubai last month as he rolled in to play at Mtv Arabia's Boutique music festival. Making the front page of Time Out Dubai's nightlife section ahead of Eric Morillo and Dj Prime Cuts!
Shakinda performed on a floating stage at Festival City alongside Acid house legend JB and Dj Farha. "It was a unique experience and there was a really good vibe between crowd, music and visuals. Definitely one to repeat!"-Shakinda.
Thanks to Tom Reany and Oli Sorenson for making it possible.
Mixmag, the worlds biggest selling dance music and clubbing magazine, have ranked Yello, Shakinda's monthly residency location, at number 6 in their Best of 08 Top 10 Clubs in the UK! Coming in ahead of the Gallery at Londons Ministry of Sound, Pressure at the Arches in Glasgow and Manchesters Warehouse Project, Yello is the only Northern Irish entry in the highly prestigious poll and the only one with a resident VJ. Proving live visuals are the future and what really sets a club apart from the rest... Viva la revolution!
So congrats to Lawerance, Aaron and the whole yello team, their vision and hard work has undoubtedly helped them breakthrough to this memorable achievement..
Last weekend was a lot of fun Shakinda was over performing, jamming and giving a workshop at the excellent B Seite festival in Mannheim, Germany pics...
We are pleased to announce that 2008 will be going out with a bang, Shakinda will play Phatz festival in New Zealand, just a few days after the next planet love where Shakinda will once again go head to head with the recently re-voted world's number one dj Armin Van Buuren.
This year so far Shakinda has performed to over 80,000 people. Combined with the ongoing 1100 capacity residency at Yello, boxing night and NYE we are hopeful he will break the 100,000 barrier. Truly marking 2008 as a red letter year for Ireland's most exciting VJ.
Shakinda is proud to announce a new residency at OMGWTF Disco in association with the awesome FAUX Djs. Whites Tavern, Belfasts coolest underground scenester hangout will play host to finest eclectic, electric and slamming AV. Be there for the 5th of August Launch!
Its been busy as ever round the Shakinda studios. After qualifying for the finals of Edirol's first ever Vj Battle, Shakinda held it down at the London International Music Show to come away ranked top 9 in Europe by Edirol.
This was an awesome experience but the last few weekends have been bigger than ever, starting with a 10 hour performance on stage to 20,000 in Portrush on two 50m2 LED panels, alongside Dj talent like Fedde Le Grand, Eric Prydz, Steve Angello and Utah Saints
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Just back from playing two days at the awesome Spainish Rocket festival Shakinda's relentless visual assault just keeps on coming. Now confirmed to play alongside Freddie le Grand (Put your hands up for detroit), Eric Prydz(Call on Me), Steve Angello and Utah Saints before the Chemical Brothers take the stage at the Ultimate beach party, Portrush, Ireland.
Once again Shakinda is the vj of choice when it comes to providing visuals to match the world's top Djs. Shakinda considers visually supporting the Chemical brothers a real honour and challenge; "Im hoping to take my set to the next level, knowing I'm being followed by one of the best live shows in the world"
The organisers are installing 50m led walls on either side of the stage so if you haven't caught shakinda's live motion graphics get down to the beach on the 14th of June. Tickets & more info
STOP PRESS! Vj shakinda has just been confirmed for the official start to the Spainish festival season. Rocket is set in a beautiful location and will host the finest international and Spanish talent. Coldcut will headline and with Pendulum and Evil nine there it should be a great few days in the sun.
Awesome German techno act Alter Ego will make their northern irish debut at the launch of Vibe's new sunday night party in club Milk. Vj Shakinda will be there to add some visual goodness to the dark and dirty techno, which alter ego will be mixing live on the night. May the 4th be with you...
Before all that Shakinda will be flying over to London to take part in a Vj Documentary being shot by the talented film maker James Esposito
This year Shakinda will really take South beach by storm. Holding down more bookings for this years WMC than any other european VJ, its gonna be a riot.
First up Wednesday playing as Edirol's guest at the famous Remix hotel at the National, Shakinda lines up against Fracoins K and Mark Knight on a massive 13ft plasma display!
60,000 people and the biggest names in the world Vj Shakinda returns to the ultra music festival, this time both days:
Finally after all the intensity of the maddest week in global club culture Shakinda will be appearing alongside VJ Dubussy and the Godfather of House Music Jesse Saunders in the beautiful down tempo venue, Miambient.
The rapidly becoming legendary promoters Vibe Collective will be running a truly awesmoe party this easter Monday. Shakinda recently described in the press as one of "Belfast's most successful stories" will be thorwing down in the Lavery's main room. In the girls own words:
Vibe are proud to announce the line-up for their first "Vibe: Dirty Beatz" - headliners Billy Nasty & Radioactive Man (Keith Tenniswood/Two Lone Swordsmen) hit the decks and are joined by some of Belfast's best along with London's Kristiina (Lo Motion)
Two rooms; two VJS : VJ Shakinda (whose talents & Knowledge have him heading off to the Winter Music Conference in Miami the following morning) & Christian S who did an awesome job on New Years Eve, will providing you with visual stimulation in both rooms.
There'll also be an additional 10k of sound (the bassll be passing through your small intestine by the time you leave) and the quality look and feel youve come to expect from Vibe.
Lets feckin ave it!!!!


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Evening ReadingWith Steve and Nick on location at QuakeCon, the rest of us are stuck at home, with fanciful dreams of Rage dancing in our heads. Ah, well—Faylor and I picked up PixelJunk Eden today, which is kinda like Rage, when you really think about it.
- Former Scientologist calls church "a crime syndicate"
- Is there life on Mars? Well, there's definitely water
- Want to look stupid? Wear shorts with that suit
Today's QuakeCon 2008 round-up:
- Nick previews Wolfenstein
- Wolfenstein extended trailer released
- John Carmack talks iPhone
- Quake Live name change due to domain squatter
- Wolfenstein Live not likely
- Quake Arena 2 depends on Quake Live success
- Rage Engine nearly complete
- Compression uglies up Rage on Xbox 360
- Carmack denies falling out with Activision
Elsewhere in the gaming world:
- Madden 09, FaceBreaker demos hit Xbox Live
- Ray tracing coming to games in 2-3 years
- Ghostbusters possibly delayed
- Less than 25% of Xbox Live users hail from Europe
- Himalayan survival horror becomes a game
- Guitar Hero World Tour PC listed by ESRB
- Armored Core: For Answer trailer released
- WoW gets unofficial iPhone apps
- The Last Guy screens, trailer released
- Pachter says DS follow-up before year's end
- Activision believes PS3 will outsell 360
- Too Human goes gold
- Blizzard talks WoW/Age of Conan rivalry
- The Godfather 2 slated for late 2008 to early 2009
- Activision expecting $50M in DLC sales
- More Guitar Hero, Call of Duty in 2009
- WoW expansion coming between October and December
- PlayStation Store updated
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LiveSnow in Somerset: use #somersetsnow
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- Heavy snowfall overnight into Friday.
- Dozens of schools shut.
- Use #somersetsnow on Twitter.
- Experts predict 'significant' snowfall heading into weekend.
- Scroll down for videos, pictures and latest information.
THE MET Office has issued a yellow ice warning for the South West on Monday, January 21.
Taunton is predicted to have light snow showers at around midday on Monday, and another flurry from 3am on Tuesday, January 22. There will be a break in the afternoon on Tuesday, before the snow makes a comeback in the evening. Temperatures are predicted to come down to -1C (30F).
The Met Office also anticipates Bridgwater will see some light snow on Monday around midday, with this clearing by around 3pm. It will be back by around 3am on Tuesday, with a break in the afternoon and then back in the evening.
The yellow ice warning will remain in place for Burnham, but no snow is predicted for the area on Monday, January 21. However, Tuesday will see light snow in the area throughout the day from around 3am.
At least some of Somerset's wildlife is not letting the snow stop them from going for a stroll!
MOTORISTS across Somerset are being urged to take extra care this weekend as the Met Office warns of ice.
A yellow warning is still in place for the South West but Somerset County Council's Highways team have been gritting roads since the early hours.
There's lots of slush, snow and ice about so be careful.
SOMERSET gritters are gearing up for more work tonight to clear roads of snow and ice (January 18).
Over the past 24 hours around 625 tonnes of grit has been used by Somerset Highways, and police warned drivers should not travel.
A yellow warning of snow in the South West is still in place by the Met Office.
A spokesman said: "Although further slight snow showers are likely, with 1 or 2cm of fresh snow in a few places, the focus switches to ice.
"Sub-zero temperatures will persist over existing snow cover for many areas and will spread back into parts of the South West towards daybreak on Saturday (January 19)."
Throughout the day the A39 in Exmoor was said to have been a problem area, but the highways team re-opened the road by early afternoon after clearing snow.
First Bus suspended services in Bath and Wells, while Taunton's Hatch Green Coaches said it had withdrawn all of its services.
Berry's Coaches cancelled all schools and college services but the London Express is still running.
RT @lordparker: #somersetsnow @CountyGazette here is an image from Cedar Falls this afternoon http://t.co/jaYt09Hs— @CountyGazette 18 January 2013
FIRST Bus services in Bridgwater numbers 1, 2, 3 and 21 are now running as normal.
In Taunton, numbers 1/1A, 3/3A, 4, 21, 22/22A, 28, 29, 30/30A, 54 and 92 are running as normal.
This panoramic video, showing the skyline of a snowy Taunton, was shot from the top of Viridor's headquarters.
#somersetsnow mid afternoon view from bedroom window http://t.co/hugrmWEB— @streettweeter 18 January 2013
#somersetsnow just started snowing again in Sampford Arundel #wellington #Taunton #Somerset http://t.co/NxA3BKgw— @donnastatham 18 January 2013
THE county council has issued a snow update.
More than 200 schools across Somerset are closed.
A council spokesman said: "Head teachers and governing bodies are responsible for the day-to-day management of their schools.
"Each head teacher is best placed to determine whether their school can operate with the staff that have been able make the journey in and the condition of the school site.
"Head teachers are fully aware of the need to try and open their schools as they understand how frustrating it is for parents to find child care at short notice, however they need to ensure that they have enough staff to care for those children who are in school safely."
Somerset Highways have reported a 4inch covering of snow over most of the county with it much heavier in the west with drifts up to 6ft deep in places.
The entire fleet of 23 gritters have been working throughout the night and into today to ensure that roads around the county are treated and passable, wherever possible.
Most major roads are open but A39 in Exmoor has been particularly problematic with steep hills such as Porlock Hill proving to be extremely treacherous and had to be closed.
Highways staff have been working to re-open the road throughout the morning and into the early afternoon and it is due to re-open at around 2.15pm.
Both park and rides in Taunton are open and running normally.
Taunton and Yeovil have good bus services but there's little service in Bridgwater.
We can confirm that tomorrow's home reserve game is OFF. Mangotsfield away is looking doubtful.— @OfficialBTFC84 18 January 2013
Thaw this afternoon but 25mm snow overnight. Crews in depots all night and will treat dependent on timing and temp.— @somersetgritter 18 January 2013
Another 40mm of snow forecast. West, hills and all high ground problematic but most of treated network passable. Please avoid Porlock hill.— @somersetgritter 18 January 2013
THE SNOW may have stuck, but that didn't stop people shopping in Bridgwater today (January 18).
@GazetteHGreen yes, we are near lovely Dulverton. Internet back on now, Phew! Big trees collapsed on line.— @StreamcombeFarm 18 January 2013
YEOVIL Town Football Club's home League One match against Preston tomorrow has been postponed for safety reasons.
TAUNTON Tornados Basketball Club has cancelled all training sessions at Somerset College tonight.
VOLUNTEERS from age charity WRVS have been battling through treacherous conditions to help the county's elderly residents.
They have been making sure older people receive their meals on wheels, can get to hospital appointments and stock up on supplies.
David McCullough, chief executive of WRVS, said: "We're so proud of our volunteers, who are working really hard to make sure older people in their community have everything they need."
Children playing in the snow at St Mary's Primary School in Bridgwater, one of the few in the area which is open today.
Woolavington is another of the primary schools in Somerset which has managed to open today.
Due to the snow and location of our swimming pool swimming is cancled tonight. Sorry everyone. 4 now cotswolds are still on watch this space— @bridgwaterswim 18 January 2013
THESE three certainly had fun in the snow at Beech Grove School, Wellington.
Dawn Harrison is pictured with Caitlin and Elinor Matthews.
To view more pictures, see our gallery here.
SNOW-bound cancer patients are being given a helping hand to hospital by two emergency response charities.
The British Red Cross and Wessex 4x4 Response are transporting patients from across Somerset to hospital in Taunton and Bristol due to the heavy snowfall which swept across the county.
Tracey Miller, Red Cross care in the home team leader in Somerset, said: "Our volunteers can take anywhere between 25-40 people a day, providing transport in their own cars.
"Today we have 33 people scheduled and some are classed category one, which means missing even one day of treatment could be life-threatening."
BELOW is 17-month-old Chloe Tilley enjoying her first taste of snow.
Click here to view our photo gallery.
WE'VE found a couple of primary schools in the Bridgwater area that are open today - St Joseph's and St Mary's.
Let us know if your school or workplace is open against the odds.
TAUNTON Titans' match with Henley Hawks tomorrow (January 19) has been postponed.
A little snow in Bridgwater #uksnow the spire of St Mary's church has seen much more since 1368, when building began http://t.co/sPG6sVh5— @BridgwaterH 18 January 2013
Bad news for all our korfballers, tomorrows game is off #badTimes #snowDay instead— @TauntonKorfball 18 January 2013
THIS was Spaxton High Street, near Bridgwater, an hour ago.
Lauren Cornish sent us this photo. She said: "The snow is still falling."
STATEMENT from Stagecoach South-West:
"Further information on service 20 in Somerset: The service can operate between Seaton and Honiton. To serve Taunton it is operating to Cullompton then via Wellington and is currently unable to serve Dunkeswell, Culmstock and Hemyock.
"99 service: can now only operate Chard to Taunton and is not able to serve Yeovil."
THIS is the live departure board at Taunton train station - there's a lot of delays.
There are delays of 15 minutes between Taunton and Bristol Temple Meads because of problems with lineside equipment between the stations.
@GazetteHGreen view in front garden beautiful to see the bird footprints http://t.co/CGghjNkh— @Stogumbershop 18 January 2013
Probably my favourite snow picture so far - Hamilton Park in Taunton (via @perryprousesaab) #somersetsnow http://t.co/tK1aERbp— @GazetteMMarsh 18 January 2013
Traffic camera view of M5 J25
TO view our gallery of reader pictures, click here.
(Cricket St Thomas by Mark Cotton)
And now Taunton has snow yay! http://t.co/Nx8oDdJN— @natjd11 18 January 2013
For anyone considering using the M5 - Taunton to Bristol ok at present. It's about 50mph all the way and outside lane not being used.— @NeilAtHigos 18 January 2013
Wells Mobile, as well as Taunton and Bridgwater Mobile Libraries, will not be going out today due to the snow. All items will be renewed.— @SomersetLib 18 January 2013
TAUNTON and Bridgwater Mobile Libraries will not run today.
COURT Fields School in Wellington is closed.
Other school closures are listed here.
Snow on #exmoor http://t.co/kAp0GjzQ— @StreamcombeFarm 18 January 2013
Have been advised Crowcombe is not passable if heading Minehead way— @nadine17 18 January 2013
#Minehead Snow easing off now - looks more like rain and roads/pavements totally clear...— @UrbanVoiceChoir 18 January 2013
Contemplating walking to ilminster in the snow to see @georgiawardd— @hannahmuntz 18 January 2013
RT @MrsSedz: @bbcsomerset still coming down very heavily in Ilminster #snow http://t.co/7yv3dOUh— @rya857 18 January 2013
@GazetteHGreen Fair amount in Dulverton but husband just drove to Tiverton fine - but in 4x4.— @exmoorjane 18 January 2013
STREET and Wiveliscombe Libraries are closed due to the snow today.
Major #Snowday, All on my lonesome hunkered down in Chard with my #solarpowered Roberts radio to keep me company http://t.co/JgoS9604— @LisaYarlington 18 January 2013
How's the snow in West Somerset? #Minehead #Watchet #Williton #Dulverton #Porlock #somersetsnow Use our hashtag to let us know and send pics— @GazetteHGreen 18 January 2013
OUR reporter Matthew Colledge has just driven to Bridgwater from Bristol down the M5.
He said: "The traffic getting out of Bristol was extremely slow but the M5 was moving OK, although Lane 3 was not being used as it was heavily snow-bound.
"Traffic at the Bridgwater end was not too bad becuase there were not many cars on the roads."
ALL Webber Buses have been cancelled this morning.
Footage loaded to You Tube of snow falling in Highbridge
Proper snowing in Williton now. #somersetsnow— @FocusedonHobbs 18 January 2013
NO planes are taking off or landing at Bristol Airport this morning because of heavy snowfall at the site.
FIRST Bus has suspended all its services in Bridgwater and the vast majority of services in the Taunton area.
Passengers are advised to check with the company before travelling.
TAUNTON Racecourse has announced that tomorrow (Saturday's) race meeting is OFF due to the adverse weather conditions
Lots of snow here in Taunton yayyyyy x— @debbiekimg 18 January 2013
Spare a thought for those of us with responsibilities to keep going through this #snow #FuneralDirector #somersetsnow— @FDSimonHM 18 January 2013
#somersetsnow Minehead at 8.15 this morning. Schools closed http://t.co/WpKkPB44— @UrbanVoiceChoir 18 January 2013
POLICE are advising motorists only to make essential journeys this morning.
A statement released by Avon and Somerset Police reads:
"As snow continues to fall across Avon and Somerset this morning (Friday January 18) we're advising motorist, in particular heavy goods vehicles, to avoid making journeys unless they are absolutely necessary.
"Around 10-15cm of snow is expected to have fallen by the end of today, making highways dangerous for driving. While there have been no major incidents on the roads in Avon and Somerset we are advising to stay indoors.
"If you do have to drive, we suggest you slow down and brake, steer and change gear as smoothly as possible to avoid skidding.
"Make sure your windscreen is clear and your lights clean and working properly. Check your tyre pressure and your radiator antifreeze levels. It's probably a good idea to carry de-icer, food, a hot flask, a blanket and a shovel as well. Think ahead.
"Plan your route, leave extra time for your journey and, if you're in doubt - then don't set out."
FOR a recap of school closures today (January 18) click here.
AVALON School, Street: "Due to snow and to ensure the safety of pupils and staff, Avalon School in Street will be closed today, Friday January 18."
ALL Saints CofE First School, Dulverton, is closed due to snow (January 18)
Taunton has snow. Cycling to work will be fun ! http://t.co/GRcotVXD— @lilmissmosher 18 January 2013
RT @ZestPayroll: Looking like a snow day here in Taunton :-)— @GoLocalTaunton 18 January 2013
About an inch of snow in Bridgwater so far. Very pretty but playing havoc with people getting into work.— @WildImaging 18 January 2013
Reports coming in of an accident on the M5 northbound between J23 Bridgwater N and J22 Burnham. Conditions bad in the area.— @KirstyGardner 18 January 2013
RT @MercuryKJames: snow has picked up again in Stawell, Bridgwater— @BWMercury 18 January 2013
Due to the adverse weather conditions, the College is closed today. The only exception is for exams which we intend to run as scheduled.— @Bridgwater_Coll 18 January 2013
PORLOCK Hill and the A361 between Shepton Mallet and Frome are blocked. Motorway conditions are hazardous, but slowly moving. Only one lane is open in many places. Drive slow, clean snow off the car and lights before setting out.
MEANWHILE Berry's Coaches has cancelled all schools and college services but says its London Express service is still running.
TAUNTON'S Hatch Green Coaches has said it has withdrawn all services and First Bus has suspended buses in Wells.
ASHILL Community Primary School has just announced it is closed due to treacherous approach roads and the inability of staff to get in to school
WHITSTONE School, Shepton Mallet closed due to snow and Wincanton Primary school.
WESTFIELD Academy closed BUT The GCSE History exam will run with a skeleton staff. Candidate should make all reasonable efforts to attend.
THE Kings of Wessex Academy Partial Closure due to Poor Weather conditions - EXCEPT those students sitting public examinations; Trinity First School Frome; Upton Noble CofE Primary School; Wadham School Closure; Walton CEVC Primary School; west chinnock primary; West Monkton Primary School; West Pennard C of E VC Primary School;
CLOSED due to snow: Oakhill School; Pen Mill Academy, Yeovil; Priddy Primary School; Puriton Primary School, Puriton, Bridgwater; St Cuthbert Infant School, Wells; Evercreech C of E Primary School; Selwood Academy; Selworthy Special School, Taunton; St Joseph and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School in Wells; Sexey's School, Bruton; Shepton Beauchamp CE VC Primary School; Sky College, Taunton; St Benedict's Catholic Primary, Midsomer Norton; St cuthbert's Infant, Junior school and playgroup, Wells; St Dunstan's School, Glastonbury; St Joseph and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Wells; St Lawrence's School, Westbury-sub-Mendip; St Lawrence's School, Westbury-sub-mendip; St Michael's Academy, Yeovil; St Vigor and St John Primary, Chilcompton; St Vigor and St John Primary, Chilcompton and The Mill nursery; St. Mary and St. Peter's CE VC Primary Barrington and Ilton Base; Stoberry Park School.
CLOSED due to snow: Kilmersdon CofE Primary School; Kingsmoor Primary School Bawdrip; Lovington C of E Primary; Merriott First School; North Cadbury Primary School; North Newton Community Primary School; Nunney First School, Nunney near Frome.
CLOSED due to snow: Fairmead School, Yeovil; Preston School; Stanchester Academy; Hamp Junior School, Bridgwater; Hamp Nursery and Infants School and Hamp Childrens Centre Nursery; Hayesdown First School, Frome; Holyrood Academy; Hugh Sexey Middle School, Blackford.
CLOSED: Closure of Horrington Primary School;Countess Gytha Primary School;Elmhurst Junior School;Fairlands Middle school
MORE school closures due to snow: Castle Cary Community Primary School;Charlton Horethorne VA Primary School;Chewton Mendip VA Primary School;Churchstanton Primary School;
OTHER closed schools today (January18): Blue School, Wells;Brookside Nursery, Street;Brookside Primary School, Street;Butleigh C of E Primary School;
BALTONSBOROUGH CE VC Primary school closed.
AVISHAYES Primary School says:"To ensure the safety of pupils, parents and staff, Avishayes Primary School & Early Years Centre in Chard, will be closed on Friday 18th January."
ASHCOTT Primary School is closed
ANSFORD Academy is closed due to snow.
ALL Saints CofE Primary School, Montacute is closed due to the snow.
OAKFIELD Academy Frome is closed today 18th January due to the snow and forecast of continuing snow.
A358 between Thornfalcon and Ilminster reported to be dangerous.
The white stuff is here. Good coating in Taunton this morning. Use #snowsomerset http://t.co/E0suHgfj— @GazetteACameron 18 January 2013
REMEMBER to share photos of snow scenes in your area tomorrow (January 18). Please let us know where they were taken and we'll spread the word!
THE Met Office has issued an amber warning and is predicting up to three inches (7.6cm) of snow could fall across the region during tomorrow (January 18).
The public should be prepared for disruption and may have to alter travel plans.
Gritters from Somerset County Council have been out salting the roads. Follow @Somersetgritter for updates.
on map I have just seen #taunton looks like it will more likely get sleet rather than #snow tonight & tomorrow, either way it is cold!— @cllrjaybaker 17 January 2013
NORTH Curry Primary School headteacher Sarah Loader said they will make a decision on whether the school is open at around 6-7am tomorrow.
READERS on our specially-created Taunton Snow Facebook page are reporting a few flakes falling in Wellington and Minehead.
Looks like the snow is going to reach the county between 4am and 5am on Friday morning and stay with us until around 12noon. #somersetsnow— @GazetteDMilli 17 January 2013
SOUTH-WEST Trains has announced services will be running to a special timetable tomorrow because of the forecast snow.
Services affected include trains between London and Exeter as well as services between London and Yeovil.
PARENTS of children at King's Hall have been urged to consider letting their children board there tonight ahead of the snow warning.
In a message to parents, principal Richard Biggs wrote:
"Dear Parents
The forecast for tonight and tomorrow morning suggests a strong likelihood of snow, with the bulk falling at rush hour in the morning. For some of you that might make it difficult to get your children to school.
May I suggest that if your son or daughter is sitting public exams tomorrow, and if you face a potentially difficulty journey to school tomorrow morning, you consider boarding them here tonight? The boards will not allow an exam to be taken at any other time in this particular season and if your son or daughter misses an exam they will have to wait until the summer to have another go at it. Please note that in every case there will be another chance in the summer, so if your son or daughter does miss an exam tomorrow all is not lost. But...perhaps caution is the best policy and spending the night here may be a good idea.
On the other hand, if your son or daughter is not taking a public exam tomorrow please do not take risks in bringing them to school. Also, it would help if day pupils who were not taking public exams tomorrow did not board tonight so that space can be found for those who do need to board; your support in this regard would be much appreciated."
THE Somerset Rebels speedway side have called off tomorrow night's re-arranged Christmas Cracker meeting at The Oak Tree Arena, Highbridge, because of the forecast of heavy snow.
The event, originally due to have been held after Christmas, was postponed because of heavy rain.
"The weather forecast is predicting that we will encounter heavy snowfalls on Friday," said Rebels promoter Debbie Hancock.
"With that in mind we felt that it was best for all concerned, especially the riders and the fans, if we made the early decision to call off the meeting as it will save people any unnecessary travel arrangements.
"It does seem like the weather is conspiring against us as far as the meeting is concerned."
Organisers are pledging to give the event another go on February 8.
WE'VE also got Facebook pages for the Bridgwater Mercury, Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News, and Chard and Ilminster News.
And on twitter, follow @bhweeklynews, @bwmercury and @chardandilynews
DON'T forget you can also keep up to date with the latest snow news, and send us your pictures, via the County Gazette's Facebook page. We've also launched a dedicated snow page - called Taunton Snow.
You can also follow us on twitter @countygazette
TEMPERATURES have struggled to reach above freezing today but the worst is yet to come in terms of snow, according to a weather expert based in Bishops Lydeard.
Mike Rigby, head of climate consultancy Original Carbon said he is '99%' sure we will receive snow on Friday.
He added: "There could be wide variations but I am pretty sure we will see snow and the winds could gust up to 40mph so if it settles, drifting is likely."
THE Met Office has heightened its snow weather warning to an amber level for parts of North-West Somerset.
A spokesman said: "Winds will strengthen and blizzard conditions are likely, especially over high ground.
"Accumulations of more than 10-15 cm of snow could well occur quite widely, with the risk of 25 cm or more over high ground.
"In the areas covered by a yellow weather warning for snow, accumulations of 2-5cm are expected.
"Clearly there is the potential for some severe disruption, and the public are advised to watch for updates to this warning and to be prepared to alter travel plans."
ROGER Marley, who runs RM Tools in Bridge Street, Taunton, is anticipating selling a few of these if forecaster's predictions are right as our region braces itself for blizzards on Friday.
Don't forget, if and when it does snow, you can send your pictures in to us by emailing firstname.lastname@example.com or by posting them on our Facebook and Twitter pages (@CountyGazette, @BWMercury and @BHWeeklyNews).
NO snow expected today but weather chiefs have said they are very confident of significant snowfall on Friday morning through to Friday evening.
W COUNTRY Confidence now increasing re disruptive snow Friday. Potential for 12hrs snow across @bbcpointswest region frm Fri AM to Fri night— @fergieweather 16 January 2013
W COUNTRY Met Office modelling suggests 60-80% probability highest snowfall frm Exmoor extendIng E & N across most of @bbcpointswest region— @fergieweather 16 January 2013
BISHOPS Lydeard weather expert Mike Rigby (above) has also said there will be 'significant' snowfall in the Taunton area on Friday.
He added: "A mass of cold air has been pushing in from the east and bumping against warmer, moister air from the west.
"Precipitation at this interface has been falling as snow in Northern and Eastern parts of England.
"further front has been hanging around out to the West of the British Isles and by the end of this week will make a greater effort to move east.
"At the same time the cold air from the east will also move towards us bringing a good chance of significant snowfall when the two meet over Somerset."
THE Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow across much of the South-West on Friday (January 18).
A spokesman said: "As the weather breaks down, there is the potential for a spell of snow to spread from the southwest.
"As winds strengthen, blizzard conditions are a possibility, especially over high ground.
"Accumulations of 2-5 cm are possible quite widely and in some locations, especially higher ground, 15 cm are possible.
"The public should be aware of the possibility of travel disruption. This warning is likely to be updated over the next few days."
think this is the snowline at Blagdon Hill #SomersetSnow http://t.co/yL4tYKWh— @MrAitchBee 15 January 2013
@GazetteDMilli We had snow on Blagdon Hill....— @MrsAitchBee 15 January 2013
Use #somersetsnow to post your snow updates from around Somerset here.
@GazetteDMilli there's a smattering of snow up here on the Blackdowns & the tops of the Quantocks look dusted to #SomersetSnow— @MrAitchBee 15 January 2013
Lots of cars with snow on their roofs driving through Taunton - so where did it snow then? Let me know! #somersetsnow— @GazetteDMilli 15 January 2013
PRETTY quiet on the Somerset snow front so far...
Use #somersetsnow to Tweet your updates and we'll bring them into the page on a feed.
@JustEatUK snow where ???? Somerset nothing :-(— @BabyJunior1982 14 January 2013
RT @janepursey: @bpmmarbella No snow here in South Somerset Peter 6 degrees! lol xx— @bpmmarbella 14 January 2013
12:22pm Mon 14 Jan 13
Mark1970 says
Oh well here goes, hold the front pages the traffic accident reports are going to sky rocket.
Been bad enough the past week or two and that is just in the dark and rain.
Drive safe people if you have too.
HERE'S a news feed on the snow scene nationally:
Action today at 14.30 in anticipation of any snow showers later.— @somersetgritter 13 January 2013
A tweet from the county council's gritter service account yesterday (January 13).
SNOW reportedly fell in several areas last night (January 13).
People reported flakes falling in Wiveliscombe, Milverton, Churchinford, Staple Fitzpaine, Middlezoy and areas on the Blackdown Hills.
Send your reader pictures to email@example.com or tweet them to @CountyGazette, @BWMercury and @BHWeeklyNews.
THE Met Office has issued a yellow warning of snow for the South-West.
People are being warned to be aware during Monday as dropping temperatures threaten to cause hazardous driving conditions.


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Rated 5 out of 5Â by Lorain The most comfortable flip flops i have ever owned i spent a lot of time on the adidas website looking for comfortable flip flops. i came across these and immediately loved the style, and then i read the previous reviews and i was sold. i really loved the silver pair but i ended up ordering the black ones since they are less likely to get dirty and match with more clothes then the silver ones do. i have never had a more comfortable pair of flip flops. they are super "slingy" and it feels like you are walking on a cloud. i highly recommend these. March 2, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5Â by KHW Love these slides I searched for a week to find these in NYC and failed so I broke down and ordered them from the website. adidas' shipping was free and quick, which was a lovely surprise. I ended up wearing them over my socks for the rest of the day in the office. These are super soft and comfortable, and dry out super quickly. They were expensive for shower shoes, but worth it. FYI they are quite soft and floppy, unlike the stiff original-style slides. January 15, 2013
Rated 1 out of 5Â by swim18 These are horrible They do NOT run true to size. I have other adidas and all are size 7--so that's what I ordered. They don't even come close to fitting. They run VERY small. The footbed is small and narrow. The upper is too narrow to keep these on your feet! Overall poor design. I am returning these--what a pain. June 23, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5Â by Bunny D Like em! Decided to replace a pair of fav slides (by another company). Bought these and I am very pleased. Comfortable and interested in seeing how they are in warmer weather. Fit was great, I wear a 7 1/2 and bought an 8. Really like so far! Bought the silver/white color. January 21, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5Â by Kat15909 Awesome shoes I was a little hesitant to purchase these sandals because my feet are very wide and I wasn't sure if they'd fit. I was extremely pleased with the fit and how comfortable these shoes are. I couldn't live without them this summer. March 14, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5Â by Jenjenjf Comfortable shoe These shoes are very comfortable. My little toe typically rubs on shoes with the wide bans but not on these shoes. I walked all day in them with no problem. I highly recommend them. April 5, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5Â by tuulikki looks good, feels good the usual great quality in a sleek design May 3, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5Â by PghWifey Favorite 3 striped slides! The slides are very comfortable and made of durable material. The white and purple is ideal for all my summer casual wear as it goes with everything. The slides are lightweight and very easy to walk in. The slides form to your feet for optimal comfort. I purchase only Adidas sandals and sneakers and these are easily my favorite sandals/slides and in the top 5 of all my Adidas footwear purchases. July 8, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5Â by Redmonster69 Great new sandals I had been hanging on to some OLD Adidas sandals in fear that my next pair may not be as comfy....BUT THEY WERE! My new ones are even better as they are light as a feather and so comfortable on your foot. Great new purchase...the only downside....the rest of my family wants a pair now too! Looks like my wallet is about to take another hit (or two or three). July 15, 2013
Rated 2 out of 5Â by hscoch Slides Am very disappointed. The top part will often bend back as walking and you about fall on your nose. Adidas needs to go back to where they use to have the top part on the foot. This rides right below/on your toes. The only good thing is they work great if it is wet outside. They don't smell like the normal Adidas slides. June 24, 2013


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No surprise here that the sci-fi thriller starring Sandra Bullock and George Clooney claimed the number 1 spot at the box office this past weekend, but it also had the best October opening of all time bringing in $55.6 million in its first 3 days.
Did you check it out this weekend?
Marion Cotillard, Scarlett Johansson, Blake Lively and Natalie Portman.
I bet Sandra Bullock isn't too worried about that though, especially when Oscar time rolls around.
Are you going to check out "Gravity"? Fork over the extra cash and see it in 3D.


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Robin's Q & A
Who's your favorite sports team, and why?
Which ever team has the ball.
What's your favorite movie quote?
"Won't you excuse me for a moment while I ... slip into something a little bit more ... comfortable?" -Madeline Kahn, Blazing Saddles
What's your favorite video game, and could you kick our butts at it?
My favorite video game is Dance Revolution & I get a perfect score every time ;)
Piercings/Tattoos (How many? Where?)
3. Torso, right buttcheek & foot.
What's the most embarrassing song on your iPod?
Step by Step, New Kids on the Block.
What's your best party trick?
Taking a water gun into a bar & secretly blasting people.
What's the most memorable pick-up line you've ever heard?
Can I have your picture so I can show Santa what I want for Christmas?
What's the worst job you've ever had?
Daycare facility
What's the most dangerous thing you've ever done?
Jumping off a cliff
It's 4AM after a crazy night out – what are we eating?
Donuts & tacos!
What's the strangest thing in your fridge right now?
Moldy cheese
What's the naughtiest thing you've ever done in public?
Take off my underwear
What do you feel sexiest wearing?
A little black dress & stilettos
Tell us a joke.
A guy walked into a bar.... OUCH!!


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This story gives me goosebumps.
Colin is turning 11 on March 9 and when his mom asked him who he wanted to invite to his birthday party he said, "No one because I has no friends!" :(
But Colin's mom had an even better idea. She went to Facebook and created "Happy Birthday Colin" Facebook page.
She posted this," Colin's disabilities, social skills are not easy for him, and he often acts out in school, and the other kids don't like him. So when I asked him if he wanted a party for his birthday, he said there wasn't a point because he has no friends. He eats lunch alone in the office everyday because no one will let him sit with them, and rather than force someone to be unhappy with his presence, he sits alone in the office. So I thought, if I could create a page where people could send him positive thoughts and encouraging words, that would be better than any birthday party."
Let's just say as of now the FB page has 226K likes. Just yesterday it had 13K. The best part is, he has no idea! It's a total secret. :) I hope he's excited and not mad.
Go wish Colin a Happy Birthday or even send him a Birthday Card!
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"They say dreams are the windows of the soul; take a peek and you can see the inner workings, the nuts and bolts." - Henry Bromel
Dear Lauri,
I dreamed I was in the house that I grew up in. I cleaned my brother's room which was full of my dirty clothes. When I went to clean my room, I was too tired to finish. - Carrie 36, Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Lauri: Are there issues between you and your brother that stem from childhood? It seems you are trying to clean up a mess between the two of you or straighten out some issue. But its YOUR dirty clothes in his room. Dirt in a dream symbolizes negativity that is dirtying up an otherwise clear psyche. Perhaps it is your negativity regarding your brother that you need to cleanse yourself of. Your dream seems to be telling you that the negativity is exhausting you; you are wasting your energy on it.
Carrie replies: I don't have a relationship with him at all. He blames me for putting our mom in a "home, although it is really her own apartment but for older people. But the funny thing is, he wont have anything to do with her. He does have issues with me about childhood. I told a girlfriend of his that he hits females, when I was like 14 (because he used to beat the crap out of me) and because of this he won't let me be friends with his current wife. I have thought about confronting him regarding the way he treats our mom, but I really don't think it would do any good, and may just cause more issues. I have been talking to my boyfriend about this situation. He has pretty much told me the same thing. "Why waste your time on him? He will just use the argument for another excuse."
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