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Dexter Ending After Season Eight
Everyone's favourite sociopath, Dexter, will soon be making his last kill as the show will be coming to an end after its eighth season.
As Dexter prepares to enter its seventh season executive producer Sara Colleton has announced that the eighth season will be the show's last. Colleton also said that the producers of the show wanted to finish up with season seven but were convinced by Showtime to continue for one more. 'We wanted to end it this year, but the network convinced us that it would be best to do it in two years. In some ways, this is a two-season series-ender. We have worked that out and know where it's going to end. Next year will definitely be the last year of Dexter.'
Now the story is planned and ready to film, which leaves only one question; how will the show end? Will Dexter run off and continue killing? Will he die or get locked up? Will he wake up in the shower and realise it was all a dream (I hope not)? How do you think it will end? Let me know by voting and leaving a comment below. Also, don't forget to click the like button or subscribe if you enjoyed this post.
Does Gay Marriage Have a Place in Comic Books?
I have to admit that if it wasn't for the organisation One Million Moms boycott I probably wouldn't have picked up Astonishing X-Men #51. It's not a title I normally read, but I wanted to help go against the boycott since I disagree with the organisation. Marvel claims that they are trying represent real life and gay marriage is becoming more common in recent years, but have they given a realistic representation or is it just a publicity stunt?
The comic starts with Northstar on his wedding day, but quickly leads into a flashback that continues the battle from the previous issue. At this point, in the flashback, Kyle has not even agreed to marry Northstar, Jean-Paul. This means that within one issue the two get engaged and married, which feels extremely rushed. Stereotypically, gay couples aren't exactly known for moving at a slow pace, but still this seems too fast. Even characters in the comic comment on how fast JP and Kyle are moving, by not avoiding this issue a lot of the damage is fixed and it feels more real. After all Northstar is the faster man in the Marvel universe.
One of my favourite parts of the comic is when Warbird refuses to attend the wedding because she doesn't 'recognise the validity of the ceremony vows'. Even though they're friends and she respects Northstar she won't go to his wedding and that's a really interesting scene. I'm glad that they put it in because it means that they're acknowledging that the world is not filled with open and accepting people and even the ones closest to us may not always be that way either. Another interesting part was Havok and Puck sitting at the bar talking about the wedding and how Havok's grandmother would feel about it. Having gone into this thinking that it would have been a cheery story full of non-judgemental people I was glad to see that some of the good guys were actually pretty close minded, which is strange considering a lot of them are mutants who would have been judged by other people their whole life.
A fun point made near the start had me expecting a huge disaster during the wedding, but what actually happens is much more interesting and may even convince me to pick up the next issue. It was interesting to see how they fit in so many how the wedding guests, giving a number of them a panel or two to shine. Even more intriguing was seeing which characters didn't show up for the wedding. There was also a nod to the Avengers vs X-Men crossover event, which was funny and sort of adds a whole new nightmare to the 'where do I seat people' dilemma.
All things considered, the issue did a pretty good job at portraying a real relationship and the stigma that surrounds same sex marriage. The story would have suffered if they'd left out the bad and just focused on JP and Northstar getting hitched. The whole mutant thing has always worked as a metaphor for being in a minority group, which means that X-Men were tackling issues like oppression long before they had any gay characters. Northstar is essentially a double minority. The comic represented the issue well highlighting both the loving, sometimes cheesy, relationship and the negative viewpoints some people have. Plus, it was entertaining and how often do you get that with political commentary.
What do you think? Did you buy Astonishing X-Men #51? Do you think it was a good representation of a real life issue? Will you be picking up the next issue? Let me know by voting and leaving a comment below. Also, if you liked this post, don't forget to click the like button and please subscribe.
The Dark Knight Rises Nokia Trailer and TV Spot
In just one month, and one day, The Dark Knight Rises will hit cinemas and the world will finally know whether or not it was worth the hype. Still, a month and a day is an awful long time to wait for us impatient movie goers so lucky there is another trailer revealing even more info about the upcoming film.
Hopefully they stop releasing clips and trailers before we know everything there is to know about the film. In the first clip we get to see some cool Bane on Batman action, but the second video, which is more of a trailer, shows that Bane know that Bruce Wayne and Batman are one in the same. He shows his knowledge not by unmasking Batman, but by simply referring to him as Bruce Wayne. Obviously there will probably be some kind of big unmasking, but I'm hoping that we don't get to see that scene until the cinema trip.
Check out the videos below and let me know what you think by voting and leaving a comment.
Resident Evil: Retribution trailer reveals new story details
Sony Pictures have released another trailer for the upcoming addition to the Resident Evil film franchise, Resident Evil: Retribution.
It's never easy converting a story from one medium to another, there will always be diehard fans that are understandable protective of the original. When Resident Evil made the transition from game to film it wasn't so much about keeping loyal to the original story but rather the feeling of playing the game, which is why I split fans. Some weren't able to get over the lack of familiar characters and story, while others appreciated the uneasy atmosphere that mirrored the one in the games. As the series progressed it introduced more elements and characters from the games, but began to lose any resemblance of tone or atmosphere. For this reason many fans of the games openly dislike the series as it doesn't feel like a Resident Evil experience and the characters do not behave like their game counterparts. From the latest trailer it appears that the film franchise will be moving even further away from the story of the games.
There is a lot of information about the story in this trailer. It was previously stated that a number of characters, who featured in previous movies, would not be returning in this film because they were captured by Umbrella. The trailer adds to this by showing that Alice was also captured and is being held in a fictional reality were she is married to Carlos Oliveira and the two of them have a child together. Ada Wong finds Alice and reveals that the life she is experiencing isn't real and is only implanted memories. It's still a little confusing about who is and isn't a clone, especially since Alice is seen having two different hairstyles throughout the trailer. The narration states that Umbrella has used Alice to perfect the virus, which brings on a whole new theory of how her deceased friends have returned; maybe they were actually brought back with the virus. Though considering Carlos was blown up and jigsaw experts would be require to bring the original James 'One' Shade clones are still the most logical bet, which is a little disappointing.
As a fan of both the movie and game series, I thought the trailer looked really good. The story looks interesting and I'm looking forward to actually understanding it. It seems over the top with lots of action and really if that's not what you want to see then this isn't the right franchise for you. It doesn't resemble the games so much in terms of story, but there are a lot of elements from the games that can be seen throughout the trailer. Most obviously are the zombies and B.O.W.s which strongly mirror those of the games. More characters from the games have been brought into the film as well as a proper return for Jill Valentine who only briefly appeared that the end of Afterlife after being absent from Extinction without any explanation. The movie comes out on the 14th of September 2012, until then all we can do is speculate but isn't that one of the best parts of being obsessed with movies? Maybe that's just me.
What do you think? Did you enjoy the trailer? Are you planning on seeing the movie? Do you like when characters from the game appear in the films or do you think they don't carry over well? Let me know by voting and leaving a comment below. Also, don't forget to subscribe and, if you like this post, click the like button. If you enjoy speculating feel free to add your theories in the comment section.
Rock of Ages Movie Review
A movie based on a Broadway musical based on hit songs from the 80s, there's an Inception joke in there somewhere I know it.
Rock of Ages delivers exactly what it promises; it's a fun, feel good movie that, unless you harbour a deep hatred for musicals or 80s music, will leave you with a smile on your face. The film follows a small town girl named Sherrie (Julianne Hough) and a city boy called Drew (Diego Boneta), yeah I know songception, as they try to make it as performers in Los Angeles, but end up working in a club called The Bourbon Room.
Though Sherrie and Drew meeting and falling in love was a big part of the story, it was clear that they weren't the only two characters worth paying attention too. Tom Cruise stole a lot of the attention with his portrayal of rock star Stacee Jaxx. He did a really great job and deserves praise for his performance, which was unexpectedly brilliant. Jaxx is a drunken musician who's difficult to work with and causes girls to faint upon seeing him; he also has a monkey sidekick which adds to the cool factor. In both acting and singing Cruise did a really good job with the character.
The plot of the movie is noticeably different from the stage show. This could cause fans of the stage version to feel disappointed with the film, but hopefully they will still be able to enjoy the ride. Changes seemed to be made to give the film a happier ending than the show, which was probably for the bested. Movies like this tend to work better when they leave the audience smiling, not to say that the Broadway show wouldn't have that effect it's just not as obvious a happy ending as the one in the film.
If you're a fan of 80s music then you'll have a hard time not singing along, but try to save that for the DVD release if you don't want to get kicked out of the cinema. Even if you don't know anything about the 80s you'll probably leave the cinema smiling anyway, especially after seeing Alec Baldwin and Russell Brand who have great chemistry and were one of the highlights of the movie. All things considered, Rock of Ages is fun and light. A great piece of escapism that will leave you wishing your life was a musical.
What do you think? Having you ever seen the stage version? Would you like to? How do you feel about the changes that were made? Let me know by voting and leaving a comment below. Also, don't forget to subscribe and, if you liked this post, click the like button.
The Last of Us – Plot, Characters and Moral Dilemmas
Though it didn't make number one on my top ten list yesterday, I decided to start with The Last of Us, irony, because number one and two on the list have already had so much coverage and didn't really show anything new at E3.
The Last of Us is set in a post-apocalyptic urban world were the survivors of an outbreak must struggle to stay alive fighting both each other and the infected. The story follows Joel and Ellie, who aren't related but share a father daughter type relationship.
In this game survival is the key and can be achieved through a number of ways. Players must scavenge to find supplies to keep them alive and defend in case of attack. When other survivors are in the same area you may simply choose to sneak past them and never engage with them, but this luxury comes at a cost. If you avoid conflict then you miss out on the supplies that you would have found on the body after you kill them. People you encounter in the game will also be scavenging and every item they find means that there's one less for you to get.
Characters are designed to feel like real people, which is intended to make it hard to kill them. Not all of the characters you encounter will be bad, but that's a risk the player will have to take as some will simply try trick you into thinking you can trust them. What Naughty Dog are trying to do, and seem to be succeeding in doing, is to simulate a real life post-apocalyptic world were the player will have to decide if they can kill people or not. It's a big moral dilemma that is added to by the realistic character ability, meaning that the player will only have the strength and speed of an average human, making each kill a struggle.
Infected people are similar to what you've seen in various zombie games. In recent years we've essentially said goodbye to slow moving zombies and I have a feeling this game will make you miss them even more as the fast moving, somewhat intelligent infected hunt you down. The cause of the infection is a fungus, called cordyceps, that really does exist. In reality the fungus has the ability to affect the behaviour of the insects that host it. In the game this fungus had mutated and now controls human behaviour, after they are dead, creating zombie like creatures.
The demo shown at E3, showed an encounter with a group of hostile survivors. This time the player chose to engage with the group and kill them, but the situation could have been avoided entirely had the player wanted. The demo gives a really good feel for the game, which looks amazing. The AI of both Ellie and the hostiles seem extremely realistic. AI sidekicks have a pretty bad relationship, but Ellie seems to be a massive step forward. The idea behind her was to make her an asset to the player so they will actually like having her around. At one point Ellie picks up a brick, holds on to it for a while and then uses it to help when the player ran out of bullets. As well as helping in combat situations, Ellie will also scavenge and bring you things that you might need, like bullets for your gun.
The full demo can be seen below, check it out and let me know what you think by voting and leaving a comment below. Also, don't forget to subscribe and click the like button.
Top 10 Things at E3
Now that E3 is over I thought I'd go through some of my favourite things that were shown at this year's expo. Starting tomorrow I'll be going through some of the cool new releases individually, so be sure to check back for that.
10. The Wonderbook
If you were starting to get worried that kids may actually have to start reading then you'll be happy to hear that Sony has come up with a new and exciting way to keep kids illiterate.
The Wonderbook is pretty much a blank book that, using augmented reality, turns into a variety of cool stories when looked at through the PlayStation Move camera. The story they showed was Harry Potter, but it wasn't any of the existing stories it was full of new more child oriented stories of how individual spells were made. Players can then use the Move controlled to perform the spells and complete a variety of tasks. Despite my earlier joke, this probably isn't going to do any damage to child literacy and it looks to be a really fun, inventive game. That I want.
9. ZombiU
If you ever thought you'd survive a zombie outbreak, I have the perfect game to prove you wrong.
A lot of people have been disappointed by the stream of action packed zombie games that have been coming out lately. The move away from survival horror and towards action has divided zombie fans, particularly Resident Evil fans, but now Ubisoft are taking a massive step back towards survival horror and filling the demand for the return of that type of game.
ZombiU will be playable only on the Wii U and is one of the games that will be available upon release. It makes great use of the Wii U's handheld screen and effectively simulates a zombie outburst. One of the things that the game does, which helps create a level of realism, is that you only have a singular life. When your character dies they become a zombie and you have to start the scenario again as a new person, but all the zombies that were killed by your previous character are still dead and all the items that were picked up by that character are gone, plus your old skin is now trying to eat your new skin. Don't worry about running out of survivors; there is an endless stream of them.
8. The Wii U
I once called it the Wii's sexier cousin, a phrase that puts me on top of the Google search, and I'm going to stick with that.
The Wii U looks like it's going to be a fun, like its predecessor, but it seems to be focusing more on games that will appeal to hard core gamers. That's not to say that it won't include the family friendly favourites that made the Wii so popular, it will, but there is more there for the mainstream gaming community than there ever was on the Wii.
7. Splinter Cell: Blacklist
A game demo so good it made me ashamed to not be a Splinter Cell fan.
Having only ever given Splinter Cell a shot once, I wasn't particularly interested in the announcement of a sequel, but once the demo started I couldn't help feeling a little disappointed that I hadn't gotten into the series earlier. This new game, the sixth in the series, is apparently more action oriented than previous titles. Hopefully this won't drive away old fans while attempting to bring in new ones, like me.
6. Watch Dogs
Is Assassins Creed and Splinter Cell had a game baby.
This is the third Ubisoft game on the list, the first two being ZombiU and Splinter Cell, which shows just how impressive Ubisoft was this year, well at least in my eyes. Watch Dogs is a modern day assassin game were you get to attend fancy parties, hack into phones and kill people. Like Assassins Creed, it is an open world game, but instead of being set somewhere in the past the events of the game take place in modern day Chicago. It'll be refreshing to have an open world game set in a real life modern day city that doesn't take place in New York. Another element coming from Assassins Creed is the ability to climb everything, which will apparently be part of the game.
5. Tomb Raider
Every dream of being stranded on an island with no hope of rescue and having to survive attacks from wild animals and gun wielding enemies? No, must just be me.
This new Tomb Raider game was already on my radar before E3. The series looks to be getting an extremely impressive reboot and it's clear that the people behind the game want to give Lara Croft an origin story that will make fans of the series proud.
I think with games that have spanned as long as Tomb Raider, which currently has nine games, are often hard to market to new players. They have such a rich history that those who play games for the story may avoid the series unless they are able to pick up the previous titles. However, fans may have been surprised by the reboot as there has never really been a large amount of time without a Tomb Raider game. The longest gap will be this time, as it will be five years since the last Tomb Raider game was released in 2013 when the reboot comes out. Before this the longest break was three years, which isn't really that long when it comes to making a next gen title.
4. The Amazing Spider-Man
A tie in game that serves as more of a sequel, count me in. That is if The Amazing Spider-Man movie doesn't suck, which I doubt it will.
Spider-Man movie tie in games are always fun. They have new enemies, new storylines and you get to swing around New York City like you own the place, which you don't Obama does. While all the film tie ins have differed from their movie counterparts, this Spider-Man game takes it one step further and actually takes place after the events of the film. The plot of the game will actually set up the story for the films sequel, which is a strange thought considering no one even knows if the films any good yet.
3. The Last of Us
Will you survive the… wait there's a lot of survival on this list.
This game is less about the zombies and more about the story of two people, in a father daughter kind of relationship, that have to constantly struggle to survive in a post-apocalyptic world, which is a refreshing look at a plot that is clearly being used a lot in games today.
The most impressive things about this game, which I didn't even know existed before the expo, is the gameplay. It's smooth and realistic, it suggests that every kill is going to be a struggle, nothing will be simple and it's not the kind of game were you can just run around taking down large amounts of enemies with ease. Feeling very cinematic, even during gameplay, the focus on story shows at every turn, which won't appeal to all gamers. Making the experience even more realistic is the AI which seems to be miles ahead of what we've seen in past titles like Resident Evil 5. At one point Ellie, the fourteen year old female sidekick actually picks up a brick to aid the player, who was under attack. Though the AI seems impressive, you may choose to play with a friend instead, which you can as the game is co-op.
2. DmC: Devil May Cry
Weren't we supposed to get some news?
Now that the game was given a release date, Ninja Theory said they would be giving more information about the game. Naturally it seemed E3 would be the perfect platform to distribute this knowledge, yet the only new thing shown was a weapon. They did show off a demo, which really did remind be a lot of Bayonetta, and mentioned that the running time would be about twelve hours, which isn't as long as I'd like. Still, as a Devil May Cry fan I am looking forward to seeing what they do with the reboot, though next time Ninja Theory promises news they better provide some.
1. Resident Evil
Action, survival horror and being chased by a giant monster, Resident Evil 6 has it all.
At this point there isn't much more information Capcom could give us without ruining the game. The story is split into three campaigns, which can be played in any order. Leon S. Kennedy and Helena Harper will have a more survival horror experience, though there will be action packed moments, Chris Redfield and Piers Nivans experience a military style action adventure and Jake Muller and Sherry Birkin's story will be reminiscent of Resident Evil 3: Nemesis which had the main characters being constantly pursued by Nemesis.
What do you think? Which are you most excited about? Would you put anything different on the list? Will you be rushing out to buy any of these? Let me know by voting and leaving a comment below, also don't forget to subscribe and click the like button.
Batman at the MTV Movie Awards
More footage from The Dark Knight Rises was shown at this year's MTV Movie Awards.
It begins with a scene in which Selina Kyle, Anne Hathaway, is being interrogated by John Blake, Joseph Gordon-Levitt. After this we get to see a variety of other shots from the film, the most interesting, in my eyes, is what appears to be the Lazarus Pit.
In the comic books, the Lazarus Pit is used by Ra's al Ghul, who is set to appear in the film, as a way to heal otherwise fatal injuries. However, using the Lazarus Pit comes at a cost; it has a nasty side effect of turning people insane. Since Bane is the man who broke the bat, the Lazarus Pit could potentially be used to heal Bruce Wayne's back. They may even not included the side effect in the film, but there have been scenes, shown in a TV spot, were Bruce was walking with a cane which could just be from a bane beating rather than a recovering spine.
Another interesting part in the clip shows Batman and Catwoman working together. Selina is a really interesting character and every time more footage of her is realised it gets easier to see Christopher Nolan chose Anne Hathaway for the role. The movie version seems to be close to the way she was portrayed in her early appearances and it's nice to see that she has a criminal record and isn't just going to run around fighting crime with Batman the entire movie.
The Dark Knight Rises will hit cinemas hard on the 20th of July with a massive running time of two hours and forty five minutes.
What do you think? Are you excited about the final film in Nolan's Batman series? Do you think that the Lazarus Pit will appear in the film? Would you like the series to continue? Let me know by voting and leaving a comment below. Also, don't forget to subscribe and click the like button.
X-Men take on One Million Moms
US conservative group One Million Moms have launched a campaign against DC and Marvel asking them to stop featuring gay characters in their comic books.
Gay characters have been included in comic books for years, but later this month, in Astonishing X-Men issue 51, Northstar will marry his long term partner Kyle. Though this won't be the first time a same sex couple has gotten married in comic books, it will be the first time it's happened in the Marvel universe. This, teamed with DC's decision to make Green Lantern gay when he is reinvented in the New 52, has sparked controversy with the conservative group One Million Moms, who think that by showing children positive representations of gay people they will grow up to think that it is okay to be gay, which the group believes 'is a sin'.
'Children desire to be just like superheroes. Children mimic superhero actions and even dress up in costumes to resemble these characters as much as possible. Can you imagine little boys saying, 'I want a boyfriend or husband like X-Men?'' A common misconception with comics is that they are for kids. There are some aimed at children, but not all of them are and some are pretty dark and have sex scenes. Yet somehow the group has no problem exposing their children to this, providing it's with members of the opposite sex. Every form of media show relationships between men and women, yet most little boys don't say things like 'I want a girlfriend or wife' and that's because they are little boys not little adults, they want the heroes superpowers not their lovers.
One Million Moms recently launched a similar campaign to stop Toys R Us stocking the issue of Archie Comics Life with Archie were Kevin Keller and his partner get marriage. However, their plan failed and attention brought on by the groups boycott may even have helped sales as the issue sold out. Hearing of their campaign against Marvel and DC, some comic book writers contacted the group on Twitter. Dan Slott, author of Spider-Man, sent them a message acknowledging the effects of their previous failure 'Dear @1milmoms, thank you for the boycotts. They increase sales as people buy extra copies to spite you. PLEASE boycott my book too. :-)'. Kurt Busiek, another of Marvel's writers, took it even further by questioning the group itself 'One Million Moms: There aren't a million of them and their board is mostly men. If they lie about who they are, they'll lie about anything'.
In their statement, One Million Moms says that featuring gay characters in comics 'is ridiculous! Why do adult gay men need comic superheroes as role models? They want to indoctrinate impressionable young minds by placing these gay characters on pedestals in a positive light. These companies are heavily influencing our youth by using children's superheroes to desensitise and brainwash them into thinking that a gay lifestyle choice is normal and desirable'. It's clear that the group, who are a Christian group, hold a strong religious view, which seems backwards in today's society, which, as Marvel Comics editor-in-chief Axel Alonso said in a statement to Newsarama, is what Marvel try to represent.
'For over 70 years, Marvel's comics have reflected the world outside your window and Astonishing X-Men #50 carries on that tradition. We're proud to create stories that are not only relevant to the issues facing a modern audience but that also explore these nuanced subjects in a compelling manner. We've planned the release of this comic for over a year but the recent discussion of gay marriage, spurred by the comments of President Obama, makes the release of Astonishing X-Men #50 even more timely. The passionate discourse between our fans on both sides of this matter shows that we've struck a chord with our millions of fans around the world.'
Issue 51 of Astonishing X-Men will be release later this month, on the 20th of June. While it doesn't seem like One Million Moms will convince Marvel to 'change and cancel all plans of homosexual superhero characters' like their letters demand, it will be interesting to see what effect they have on sales. Having gay characters in the media can be really positive for young gay people, so stamping them out would be a huge step backwards. Hopefully, this issue will sell out and One Million Moms will learn that their hate is only inspiring people to go against them.
What do you think? Are you going to pick up Astonishing X-Men issue 51? Do you enjoy seeing representatives of various minority groups, not just gay people, in comics? Would you prefer if comics avoided dealing with real issues? Let me know by voting and leaving a comment below. Also, please subscribe and, if you liked this post, click the like button.


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And this time, it is not just about touching the hot stove
It was one of those rainy winter evenings at my hometown in Morocco. And, just like any other evening, my brother, my sister and I were all back from school.
It seemed like nobody was home yet. But, minutes later, we heard the sound of the door opening. That sound that you oddly associate with the warm feeling of your parents coming back home (as well as the smell of the soon to be prepared food, which in my case was mainly Moroccan tea and pancakes, Yay!).
My mom was back…
My brother and I were playing on our Play Station. I do not remember which game it was, nor do I remember whether we were fighting over it or mostly having fun. But I do remember the now-you-must-study feeling I had when mom saw us. "Shouldn't you be learning right now?" she asked in a gentle subtle way that came through to us as a passive-aggressive "Go study now! Go while you can still walk!".
"But…", I answered (slowly and with the best puppy eyes I could fake) "We've learned all the things we had to learn…".
As soon as I finished my words, a sarcastic smile was drawn on her face, you know, the kind of smiles that wise people make. She then asserted:
Learning never ends
And I didn't understand it back then. I mean, at that point, my only interests were in collecting Pokémons, and probably trying to make a magic potion that will give me superpowers. And the only association I had to learning was the creativity-killing courses at school.
But, more often than not, when we learn something, the moment we start to become good at it, it starts to become boring, dull and sometimes annoying. We lose the beginner's mind, that feeling of curiosity and excitement when something is new! And whether it's in maths or computer science, arts or sports, in relationships and in love there comes a moment where we've learned enough to stop or lose interest. The distractions kick in, we get busy and we don't wanna learn anymore.
We get the illusion that we've learned everything (or at least most things) while, in reality, our knowledge is smaller than a grain of sand in the deserts. Soon enough, you start protecting your ego, and you might think that you can outsmart others, but you forget that others can outwork you. Sometimes it seems like everything there is to do was already done and it would not make any sense to learn further. That all the paths have been discovered, that all the rules have been set. But this is as much of an illusion as the former one.
Learning is a habit, just like flossing your teeth, making your bed or having dinner with a person you love every Friday. When you do it everyday it switches your brain on automatic. It becomes something you do not debate with yourself even in your most neurotic moments. And it consequently becomes handy during the good times... and during the other ones too.
The truth is, there's always a path left to be uncovered and you can always cultivate beginner's mind. If you've learned to surf on a long board try surfing on a shorter one, if you can perfectly draw with your right hand try it with your left hand. The bottom line is this:
keep playing around, keep making stuff up
Learning never ends. I sometimes forget that rule, and whenever I do, the universe kicks me hard and reminds me. So next time you think you're done, and there's no more to study? Just remember this: "Learning never ends".

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Friday, August 17, 2012
Shout-Out to 3Crows
10 comments:
- 3crows said...
What a lovely thing to wake up to. thanks so much Penny...I am thrilled with our little book and am off to get a hug from my little BooBooBear otherwise known as Henry:o)
- August 17, 2012 at 9:16 AM
- Juju at Tales of Whimsy.com said...
Oh my cuteness!
- August 17, 2012 at 9:49 AM
- Tom Stronach said...
Sounds like this may make a good Xmas purchas for the grand daughters my sweet.
Off to our Marie's at the weekend for a b-b-q and now doubt muallled by the 5 grand kids
- August 17, 2012 at 11:55 AM
- Julia Barrett said...
You are so sneaky. Love the way you've been keeping this under wraps!
- August 17, 2012 at 1:44 PM
I love her artwork! I it is wonderful!!
- August 17, 2012 at 7:34 PM
- Penelope said...
Hi Sara! I am so excited for our book to be released...I can't wait. Have a great weekend!
- August 18, 2012 at 9:42 AM
- Penelope said...
Hi Juju! I think you will love this sweet book. I will def. send you a copy for your little sweetpea when it's all done. :^)
- August 18, 2012 at 9:43 AM
- Penelope said...
Tom...Lucy the Wonder Weenie will be the perfect xmas gift. Have fun at your BBQ!
- August 18, 2012 at 9:44 AM
- Penelope said...
Julia...Me? Sneaky? *puts on mirrored sunglasses*
- August 18, 2012 at 9:44 AM
- Penelope said...
Hi Casey! I know. Sara's artwork is just fantastic. Quirky, whimsical, funny. I love it!
- August 18, 2012 at 9:45 AM


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Have you started thinking Spring yet? My mind can't get there quickly enough and I wish the weather would cooperate and warm up! One of my favorite parts of Halloween is being BOOed! It is always such a fun idea and my kids love being sneaky.
Whose kids wouldn't LOVE to see something like this on their front porch? This year for Easter we will be egging others in our neighborhood.
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What to do:
- Download and print out 2 copies of the "We've Been Egged" and the directions. There are directions for generic Easter and for a Christian Easter focused on blessing others by leaving them encouraging notes in addition to the treat!
- Hide notes or treats in a dozen plastic eggs and secretly hide them in front of 2 houses. Leave the "We've Been Egged" sign AND the directions in a small basket, cup etc. on the front porch. You could also leave a yummy treat for the family to share like cookies or homemade bread {just a thought, yeah, I love carbs}.
- You can either ring the bell and RUN your tail off {I'm thinking I wouldn't be fast enough anymore for this} OR just leave it on the porch to be DISCOVERED!
Download the generic Easter directions HERE
Download the Christian Easter directions HERE
Have a blast spreading Easter cheer to those around you! {And don't blame any skinned knees on me} 🙂
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My work back here rolling "lower of two dice" made me wonder if I could emulate a 2d6 curve that way. " 7 + (lower of 2d8) -- (lower of 2d8) " turns out to be almost indistinguishable from a 2d6 curve! Were I actually using this die mechanic for something, I'd be tempted to have results of 0 and 14 "explode" with further "lower of 2d8" rolls.
Tabletop play seems to have a tension between providing interesting
results (usually means increasing numbers of dice) vs. keeping record
keeping reasonable (means keeping pip totals small). World of Darkness and Shadowrun solve this by rolling lots of dice and counting each die as a pip; Betrayal at House on the Hill
is similar, in that its dice are numbered from 0 to 2. ...I guess my
personal holy grail here would be a simple, manual die mechanic that'll
produce a smooth 1/x curve.
2d6 is really easy to use on the tabletop. It does have some problems--cannot roll higher than 12 or lower than 2, "lucky" streaks are pretty common, and "unlikely" results may be more or less common than players think appropriate.
My first thought is that I can break "lucky" streaks by rolling lots of times and discounting all results until a given value has been discounted a certain number of times. (The quota for each value would be proportionate to the chance of rolling that value.) This would be terrible to execute manually but could work with a computerized die roller.
My second thought is to replace 2d6 with 4d6 / 2. This makes middling results more likely and extreme results much less likely.
I'm not sure I'd want to use any of these as a straight replacement for 2d6 rolls in (say) BattleTech, but I think it might be interesting to designate individual pilots as cautious (4d6/2) or swingy (quotas).
(I'd like to eventually do my own computerization of BattleTech, and I
have some thoughts on how I'd modify specific BattleTech mechanics, but that's not a project I can start soon.)
Monday, April 28, 2014
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
Time War
Somebody's collected all the Time War references from New Doctor Who.
(It wasn't super cafe, obviously.)
Would you believe I forgot how silly and melodramatic Doctor Who can be?
Peter Capaldi returns in autumn. No firm air dates though.
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Going through a surgical procedure in Las Vegas is always associated with some risk. However there are some mistakes that just should not happen. These surgical errors are called "never events" and according to a study from Johns Hopkins Medicine, they happen to people in the U.S. on average 4,000 times a year. The estimate comes from a review of medical malpractice claims but researchers … [Read more...]
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Sport: Football
Criminal History: Felony cocaine possession
Time Behind Bars: N/A
Michael Irvin's been arrested a handful of times for drug possession. He reportedly split the lip of a referee during a charity basketball game. And in the why-isn't-this-a-more-famous-story segment of our show, famously mooned Gene Upshaw during an argument about player contracts.
But his most infamous incident involves a knife fight (doesn't it always?) over, of all things, a haircut. During Cowboy training camp in '98 Irvin claimed "seniority" in trying to split the line for a free buzz. When offensive linemen Everett McIver refused to budge from his spot, the two tussled resulting in a two-inch cut to McIver's neck that required eighteen stitches.


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There is a full list of AUSN Alumni by Country on the Alumni profile page.
Alphabetical List of Alumni:
Dr. Lana Al-Shareeda Le Blanc, USA/Iraq
Dr. Angelica M Baylon, the Philippines
Dr. Lian Bighorse, Navajo and San Carlos Apache nation
Dr. Shamima Lasker, Bangladesh
Dr. Leonard Le Blanc, USA
Dr. John LaMuth, USA
Dr. Marlon Lofredo, the Philippines
Dr. Endreya Marie McCabe, Delaware Nation
Dr. Wendsler A. Nosie Sr. San Carlos Apache nation
Dr. Osama Rajhkan, Saudi Arabia
Dr. Ryo Takahashi, Japan
Dr. Ananya Tritipthumrongchok, Thailand
Mr. Bibek Adhikari, Nepal
Ms. Tanya Ahmad, Bangladesh
Dr. Tamjida Ahmad, Bangladesh
Ms. Tarana Ahmed, Bangladesh
Dr. Wardatul Akmam, Bangladesh
Mr. Jobair Alam, Bangladesh
Mr. Ranjan Aryal, Nepal
Mr. Ariel Calugay Bacani, The Philippines
Dr. Rajib Biswas, Bangladesh
Mr. Ronnie John D. Barrientos, the Philippines
Dr. Tonmoy Biswas, Bangladesh
Ms. Laura Ballantyne-Brodie, Australia
Dr. Angelica Baylon, the Philippines
Dr. Rhyddhi Chakraborty, India/UK
Ms. Margaret Columba M. Baylon, The Philippines
Dr. Shahanaz Chowdhury, Bangladesh
Ms. Lian D'Avignon, San Carlos Apache Nation, USA
Dr. Shahana Dastagir, Bangladesh
Dr. Hasan Erbay, Turkey
Ms. Joella Molina Estrada, The Philippines
Dr. Miko Ferine, Indonesia
Ms. Charlotte Omayan Gapasin, Qatar
Ms. Parivash Malekshaman Garca, Mexico
Dr. Arif Hossain, Bangladesh
Mr. Muhammad Ziaul Huq, Bangladesh
Ms. Lana A. Issa Al-Shareeda le Blanc, Iraq
Ms. Tayebeh Kharestani, Iran
Mr. Rimesh Khanal, Nepal
Dr. Leonard H. Le Blanc III, USA
Dr. Md Fakrul Islam, Bangladesh
Dr. Mohammad Rashedul Islam, Bangladesh
Mr. Yeremias Jena, Indonesia
Dr. Abbas Kharabi Masouleh, Iran
Ms. Dolma Lama, Nepal
Dr. Dyah Woro Dwi Lestari, Indonesia
Dr. Lara López-Hernáez, Spain
Ms. Feby Basco Lunag, The Philippines
Dr. A.Sebastian Mahimairaj, India
Ms. Nydja Mercey-Bey, USA
Mr Bellarmee Milosi, Democratic Republic of Congo
Dr. Mohd Salim Mohammad, Malaysia
Dr. Josephine Mwakisambwe, Tanzania
Ms. Lalitha Murali, USA
Mr. Olumide Odeyami, Nigeria
Mr. Maruf Hassan Pulok, Bangladesh
Dr. Frilya Rachma Putri, Indonesia
Dr. Michael Anjello Rajan, India
Dr. Septi Dewi Rachmawati, Indonesia
Ms. Carmela M. Roybal, Tewa Nation, USA
Mr Ramji Saptoka, Nepal
Dr. Saeideh Sayari, Iran
Mr. Muslihudin Sharbinie, Indonesia
Ms. Lata Sitake, Lakota Nation, USA/Tonga
Mr. Chadwick Tan, the Philippines
Mr Bikash Thapa, Nepal
Ms. Ya Min Thu, Myanmar
Ms. Ananya Tritipthumrongchok, Thailand
Dr. Mahmood-Uz-Jahan, Bangladesh
Dr. Anke Weishert, Germany / Uganda
Dr. Yeremias Jena, Indonesia
Dr. Ahmed Raihan Abir, Bangladesh
Dr. Rawfun Nahar, Bangladesh
Dr. Md. Anower Hussain Mian, Bangladesh
Mr.Rajendra Khadka, Nepal
Dr. Shamima Lasker, Bangladesh
Dr. Darryl Macer, Aoteaora / New Zealand
Ms. Endreya McCabe, Delaware Nation, USA
Dr. Md. Rana Parvez, Bangladesh
Dr. Naznin Pervin, Bangladesh
Mr. Tsuyoshi Sotoya, Japan
M.Sc. Sustainability, Peace and Development
Mr. Manuel Lorenzo Rodriguez, Spain
Mr. Bibek Adhikari, Nepal
Mr. Amrit Kumar Dhimal, Nepal
Mr. Sol Erwin Diaz, the Philippines
Ms. Emily Docot, the Philippines
Mr. Tam Hoang, Australia
Mr. Muhammad Ziaul Huq, Bangladesh
Mr. Md. Robiul Islam, Bangladesh
Mr. Nirmal Karki, Nepal
Mr. Rimesh Khanal, Nepal
Mr. Veerjeet Singh Laisangbam, India
Dr. Amalia Muhaimin, Indonesia
Ms. Muthiah Munthe, Indonesia
Mr. Rishad Raihan, Bangladesh
Mr. Krishna Chaitanya Muddan Sree, India
Ms. Ananya Tritipthumrongchok, Thailand
Mr. Jericho Villarin, the Philippines
Ms. Johanna Yang, Taiwan
Ms. Rowena Fajardo Zoilo, the Philippines
Mr. Jatwinder Grewal, India
Ms. Novalita Arisanti Irawan, Indonesia
Ms. Puja Karanjeet, Nepal
Mr. Sheikh Khayeruzzaman, Bangladesh
Dr. Nor Aina Mhd Khotib, Malaysia
Mr. Binod Prasad Parajuli, Nepal
Dr. Govindan Parayil, India/USA
Dr. Leroy Rhein, USA
Mr. Krishna Chaitanya Muddan Sree, India
Dr. Grace Hana Tran, Vietnam
Ms. Johanna Yang, Taiwan
Dr. Nur Farhani Zarmani, Malaysia
Photos of Alumni - Doctorate in Bioethics, Sustainability and Global Public Health (Ph.D.)
Dr. Marlon Lofredo graduated with his PhD in July 2018 in Manila, the Philippines
Dr. John LaMuth graduated with his PhD in May 2018, pictured with a hummingbird and a creosote bush.
Dr. Ananya Tritipthumrongchok, Thailand, with her examiners and other AUSN students (@Chulalongkorn University, Thailand), March 2018.
Dr. Shamima Lasker, Bangladesh, with her examiners: Professors Ahmad Neaz, Darryl Macer, Taslima Monsour and A.S.M. Anwarullah Bhuiyan, (@DGHS, Dhaka), Dec 2017.
Dr. Osama Rajkhan, Saudi Arabia (@Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok), Dec 2017.
Dr. Leonard Le Blanc III, Thailand/USA (Arizona State Capital), Nov 2017.
Photos of Alumni - Masters in Public Health (MPH)
Dr. Rawfun Nahar, Bangladesh (@Heart Foundation, Dhaka), August 2018
Md. Anower Hussain Mein, Bangladesh (@UKM, Kuala Lumpur), July 2017
Rajendra Khadka, Nepal (@Norwood Hall, London), February 2017
Endreya McCabe, Delaware tribe (@Arizona), October 2016
Ahmad Raihan Abir, Bangladesh/Canada (@Grand Canyon), August 2016
Photos of Alumni - Postgraduate Certificate in Community and Peace (CCP)
Veerjeet Singh Laisangbam, India (@Bangkok), Dec 2017.
Mr. Amrit Kumar Dhimal, Nepal (Kumamoto University), Nov 2017
Nirmal Karki, Nepal (@Lathmandu), October 2017.
Muhammad Robiul Islam, Bangladesh (@DGHS, Dhaka), July 2017
Rishad Raihan, Bangladesh (@Dhaka), July 2017
Jericho Villarin, the Philippines; Emily Docot, the Philippines (@Bicol University, Legapzi), July 2017
Rowena Zoilo, the Philippines (@Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok), June 2016
Sol Erwin Diaz, the Philippines; Muhammad Ziaul Huq, Bangladesh; Ananya Triptipthumrongchok, Thailand (@Asia-Africa Summit Hall, Bandung, Indonesia) May 2015
Ananya Triptipthumrongchok, Thailand (@Asia-Africa Summit Hall, Bandung, Indonesia) May 2015
Photos of Alumni - Postgraduate Certificate in Bioethics and Global Publc Health (CBGPH)
Photos of Alumni - Masters in Bioethics and Global Public Health (MBGPH)
Charlotte Gapasin, Qatar (@BETIM, Istanbul) with Professors Marlon Lofredo, Ananya Tritipthumrongchok, Raquel Smith, Darryl Macer, Angelica Baylon and Hasan Erbay, April 2019.
Dr. Rajib Biswas, Bangladesh (@Heart Foundation, Dhaka), August 2018
Bikash Thapa, Nepal (Kathmandu), March 2018
Ramji Saptoka, Nepal (Kathmadu), March 2018
Tanya Ahmad, Bangladesh (@DGHS, Dhaka), December 2017
Dr Miko Ferine, Indonesia (@Gangneung-Wonju National Universty, Korea), October 2017 with her examiners: Professors Hasan Erbay, M. Selvanayagam, Shamima Lasker and Darryl Macer.
Carmela Roybal, Tewa Nation (@Globe, Arizona), August 2017 with her examiners: Professors Agnes Sequino, Darryl Macer and Nilza Diniz.
Chadwick Tan, the Philippines (@Manila), January 2017
Dolma Lama, Nepal (@Arizona), 2017
Lata Sitake, Lakota tribe/Tonga; Endreya McCabe (MPH) (@Arizona), October 2016
Septi Dewi Rachmawati, Indonesia (@Jogyakarta), Nov 2016
Frilya Rachma Putri, Indonesia (@Jogyakarta), Nov 2016
Margaret Baylon, the Philippines (@Perdana University, Kuala Lumpur), Nov 2016
Tonmoy Biswas, Bangladesh (@Perdana University, Kuala Lumpur), Nov 2016
Tamjida Ahmad, Malaysia (@Perdana University, Kuala Lumpur), Nov 2016
Abbas Kharabi, Iran (@Perdana University, Kuala Lumpur), Nov 2016
Saeideh Sayari, Iran (@Perdana University, Kuala Lumpur), Nov 2016
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Joella Estrada, Ariel Bacani, Febu Lunag Basco, the Philippines (@Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific (MAAP), Bataan) with Professors Angelica Bayon, Rajesh Arora and Darryl Macer, Nov 2016
Lian D'Avignon, San Carlos Apache Tribe (@Scottsdale) January 2016
Leonard Le Blanc, USA; Angelica Baylon, the Philippines; Musilihudin Sharbinie, Indonesia; RImesh Khanal, Nepal; and Tam Hoang (CCP) with other students and faculty (@Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, February 2016)
Tarana Ahmad, Shahanaz Chowdhury, Fakrul Islam, Arif Hossian, hana Dastagir, Naznin Pervin (MPH), Wardatul Akmam, Ananya Triptipthumrongchok, Maruf Haseen, Mohammad Rashedul Islam (@Press Institute, Dhaka, Bangladesh) with Professors Shamima Laskaer, Siti Nurani Noor, Darryl Macer. February 2016.
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Beef Ribs with Barbecue Sauce
Many recipes for beef ribs grill them as a rack and cut them up before serving, but some cooks like to cut the racks into ribs and grill them individually to make them extra crispy. The mildly hot spice mixture rubbed on the ribs complements the tangy barbecue-style sauce used to coat them near the end of grilling.
- 6 lb. beef ribs, in racks or separated into ribs by the butcher
For the rub:
- 4 Tbs. hot or sweet paprika, or a mixture
- 2 Tbs. chili powder
- 1 Tbs. dry mustard
- 1 Tbs. garlic powder
- 1 Tbs. ground cumin
- 1 Tbs. dried sage
- 1 Tbs. salt
- 1 Tbs. freshly ground black pepper
For the barbecue sauce:
- 1 cup tomato sauce, homemade or purchased
- 1 cup tomato ketchup
- 1/2 cup horseradish mustard or other spicy mustard
- 1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp. salt
If you purchased the ribs in racks, use a chef's knife to cut between the bones and separate the rack into individual ribs. Do not trim the fat from the ribs; it keeps the ribs moist and flavorful during cooking.
In a small bowl, stir together the paprika, chili powder, dry mustard, garlic powder, cumin, sage, salt and black pepper. Rub the ribs thoroughly with the mixture until they are evenly coated. Let the ribs stand at room temperature for 30 to 60 minutes before grilling.
In a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, stir together the tomato sauce, ketchup, horseradish mustard, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic, Worcestershire sauce and cayenne. Cook, stirring often, until the sauce has reduced slightly, about 30 minutes. Stir in the salt. Taste and adjust the seasonings with more salt or cayenne. Remove the sauce from the heat.
Prepare a charcoal or gas grill with 1 or 2 areas of medium-high heat and 1 area with no heat. (If using charcoal, place a drip pan in the unheated area.) Place a platter near the grill to warm from the heat of the grill. Lightly oil the grill rack.
Place the ribs over the hottest part of the grill and cook, using tongs to turn the ribs often, until well browned on all sides, 3 to 5 minutes total. Move the ribs to the unheated portion of the grill and brush them generously with the barbecue sauce. Cover the grill and cook the ribs, turning and basting with sauce about every 5 minutes, until they are crisp and tender, 12 to 15 minutes. To test for doneness, cut into a rib with a paring knife; it should slip through easily and the interior should have no trace of pink. If the ribs are not done, cover the grill and let them cook, undisturbed, for 5 to 7 minutes more and test again.
Return the barbecue sauce to the stovetop over medium heat and simmer for at least 5 minutes. Pile the ribs on the warmed platter and serve immediately, passing the barbecue sauce at the table. Serves 4 to 6.
Adapted from Williams-Sonoma Mastering Series, Beef & Veal, by Denis Kelly (Free Press, 2005).


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Located in Roselle Park, Vinhus is a purveyor of fine Portuguese dining from the esteemed Chef Americo Caracitas.
Vinhus opened his doors in June 2011 and quickly became one of Roselle Park's best restaurant attracting clients from all over the northern New Jersey. The owners Americo and Priscilla are proud to serve the Roselle Park community. Mr. Caracitas previously owned and managed Sagres Bar & Grill located in the Ironbound section of Newark.
The Menu
By offering an extensive selection of Portuguese, Mediterranean, French, Spanish, Brazilian and Italian cuisines at affordable prices, Vinhus have been pleasing clients since the first day in business. In addition, Vinhus has daily specials which offers many seafood dishes as well as traditional Portuguese dishes. View Menu.
Atmosphere and Entertainment
When dining at Vinhus, patrons can enjoy a formal dining room or a casual bar/lounge area that includes an oversized and cozy fireplace. We can accommodate any size party. We can also host your next birthday party, corporate event or holiday party.
With live entertainment every Friday night, Vinhus is the perfect place for a happy hour or a romantic dinner. The restaurant also offers many special events and promotions during various occasions including Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Christmas Eve and New Years.
Free parking for Vinhus' clients. Parking lot is located across the street from the restaurant.
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Vinhus accepts all major credit cards and cash payment. No personal checks.
Visit our events/news page for the latest information about our specials and events happening at Vinhus. Like us on Facebook to learn more about our special events, menus updates and more!
157 E Westfield Ave,
Roselle Park, NJ 07204
Tuesday - Sunday:
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Before Your Session – Tips to help things go smoothly
A photography session might make you a little nervous because you don't always know what to expect, so to help you understand the process of our upcoming session and make things easier, I have put together some tips for you. If you have additional questions or concerns, please contact me.
Don't have excessive salt, foods high in sodium or alcohol for two to three days in advance of your shoot. It will make you retain water and lead to puffy skin and puffy eyes.
Don't do anything drastic to your body/skin right before the session. If you must have a haircut, facial, tan, etc., try to do it several days before, so your body has time to recover.
Bring things that make you unique. If you have any kind of interest in vintage accessories, hats, scarves, sunglasses or other props, bring them! All these things will make your images more interesting and fun.
Cell phones are welcome on the photography session but should be removed from pockets, pants or anywhere the shape of it is visible with your clothing.
Remember: there is no wrong pose or outfit. I do recommend classy attire. Just let if flow, and have fun!
Choose an outfit that makes you feel amazing. Being relaxed, comfortable and confident is key!
Don't over-match. If you have a family session, pick out colors that work together and make sure that everyone in the photo is dressed accordingly, either all casual or all dressed up.
Plan your wardrobe changes. Select clothing that doesn't have loud colors or busy prints to distract away from your face or clash with the surroundings. If you will be in the photograph with another person or a group, coordinate color schemes. Be yourself and wear clothing that reflects your personality. Make sure you are comfortable, there is nothing worse than the tugging and binding of clothes when you are trying to look relaxed. Check clothing for stains, tears, pulls and especially LINT before you leave the house. All will be checked during the editing phase, but the less I have to fix in post production the more time I have for editing and retouching the rest of you and the photograph itself.
Women make sure that bra straps do not show outside of shirt straps unless it is the "style" you are intending. Bra straps won't do anything to help your outfit look its best. Be sure you bring a set of bras and strap-adjusting accessories to work with any outfit you want to shoot in to keep those straps well-hidden.
Eyeglasses: If your glasses do not have anti-reflective coating you may want to remove lenses or borrow a pair from your eye doctor with no lenses to avoid glare. If you have Transition Lenses they will get dark if your shoot is outdoors during daylight hours(and sometimes inside too). Please avoid wearing these for outdoor photographs. If possible ask to borrow a pair from your eye doctor.
Red Eyes
Visine is your friend. Not getting drunk the night before your shoot helps, too.
You will probably wipe or lick your lips during your shoot, so bring fresh lip gloss or lipstick to do touch-up. Use lip balm for a few days in advance of your shoot to make your smoochers look their best.
If you want to brighten your smile, start your treatments about two weeks before your shoot.
If you're getting a hair cut for your shoot, do so about two weeks beforehand, just in case it goes wrong – you just never know. For men, a fresh cut a couple of days before the shoot is fine.
Hair Accessories
If we're shooting outdoors, be ready to put your hair up and make it look nice in case of a windy day. Bring bobby pins, hair clips, headbands or any other favorite accessories.
Facial Hair
Men, be freshly shaved with a new razor, shaving cream, and a moisturizing after-shave lotion to avoid bumps and redness. Men should be clean shaven unless you normally have a shadow or stubble as a style. Trim up your beard, sideburns, mustache or goatee, especially looking for wiry stray hairs. Ladies, even if you have some light facial hair (particularly around your lip or chin), indulge in a waxing in advance of your shoot – even barely-there light facial hair will be noticeable in your photos. Men and women both, pluck and clean up those eyebrows. Ear hair and nose hair is checked during airbrushing but it would be appreciated if you take care of grooming those areas the day of the shoot yourself.
Make-up should be soft and natural with no harsh lines. Make sure that any foundation or powder that you wear is blended well into the neck to avoid the masked look. Teeth should be checked for lipstick. Make-up that is very frosty or has glitter should be avoided to reduce excess shine or reflect too much light off the features of your face. Models and Actors can discuss specific looks or special effects that you want to achieve in your photo prior to the session, such as; high fashion design, dramatic looks or theatrical make-up.
Women may want to bring powder or rice paper to blot shine during the session. Men can bring a hanky or cloth to wipe perspiration.
Do not fret about blemishes, dark circles, under eye bags, wrinkles, or scars. I will remove all unwanted blemishes, soften your lines and brighten your eyes and teeth. You will be retouched and airbrushed to look your best. Any special needs should be brought to my attention during the Photography Session. I will take care of all of it! No worries!
Sunburns and Tan Lines
If your shoot is booked for a Monday, don't go to the beach on Sunday. If you plan to tan before your shoot, do so at least a week beforehand and don't get burned. Be mindful of clothing tan lines, sunglass tan lines, hat tan lines, etc.
Dry skin can really detract from a great photo shoot. Start moisturizing nightly a week in advance of your shoot. When you get out of the shower, dry off until lightly damp, and slather on moisturizer. Focus on your arms, shoulders, neck, face, hands, anywhere you'll be exposed to the camera. This includes your legs if you're shooting in shorts or a skirt. Also, be sure on your face to use a facial moisturizer, not a thick body moisturizer, or you could break out. [Us men, of course, are most in need of this advice, especially around the face and hands.]
A fresh coat of nail polish will make a world of difference in your photo shoot. Pick a neutral color that won't distract in your shoot or clash with your outfits. Freshen the morning of the shoot, then be careful not to scuff it while prepping. [I see this most often with high school senior girls, to whom half-gone nail polish seems to be a popular fad.] Your photo shoot is a great excuse for a fresh manicure, but if you can't go to the salon, make sure your nails look tidy and clean, including the cuticles.
If you iron, iron the night before and then hang the clothes for your shoot. If you plan on wearing something in the shoot that wrinkles easily, don't wear it in the car on the way to the shoot – change at the location.
Ladies, you can't go wrong in heels or wedges but bring a varied assortment. Men, clean 'em up! Dress shoes are best in the full-length shot but as always bring some options so we can mix it up. If you feel lost, get some input from friends or family. If that doesn't work bring an assortment. Shoes don't take up much space.
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Schedule, anyone?/
Morning. This is the week, everyone. This is when I begin to be disciplined. I'm pretty set in my decision, and nothing can waver me, nothing at all... except maybe the next time someone here has a good movie and persuades me to watch it with them and I stay up too late and don't wake up the next morning until the kids are already up and yelling and I stumble out of my room muttering "jussstt... give me a minnit.." like I'm hungover, only I'm not, I am just sleep deprived and I slump on the couch and sit there for the next thirty minutes trying to wake up while the kids pile on me like puppies, asking for breakfast.
But no more. This is the week.
One thing that I have realized about myself is that I am addicted to excitement. The big road trips! The concerts! Traveling! I like summer and swimming and airplane rides and I hate packing but I love to be somewhere different. I love my home, but I trip over doing the same thing everyday. Which, I've come to see, is actually the ticket for me right now. I just need to do the same thing, every single day.If I do this, I will get something done. It really is the only way for me to get something done, the only way for me to teach Kid A to read, the only way for me to write my book, the only way for me to have the kind of life that I want with my kids. I'm not totally undisciplined, (I used to be, though, believe me) but I have a lot of room to improve.
Lately my life has been feeling really constrained. I live in a beautiful cabin in a wonderful community in the woods, but I really spend most of my time here, at home, because we are so far from everywhere. When we go out, I usually have a very small amount of time to run around and do all the errands that have been building up, or I have three children who all still need so much, well, guidance when we are out. (Don't touch that, don't eat that, Leaf, stop hitting your brother, YaYa.) Sometimes I'm so busy wishing for more freedom that I don't bother to stop and enjoy the constrainment of an amazing family. Or a wonderful home. I want to kick myself and say, "Great Scot, woman, are you never satisfied?"
Yesterday a good friend came over and visited for awhile. She and her husband and one of her sons drove an hour just to get here and spend a couple of hours drinking tea with us, which shows what kind of friend she is. She also has ten children. Seven of whom are still at home. I literally feel more peaceful just by sitting with her. She is a woman who loves God and has done what I wish I could do. She has made a home. I don't know how to explain it, other than to say that she has settled into her space as a mother with all that is in her. She has accepted it, and has given so much to her children, but I never get the idea that she isn't there anymore, that she has given all of herself away. It's more like the complete opposite. As the culture in her home thrives and is warm and hospitable, and as her children continue to succeed, she thrives and grows and becomes more of herself than ever. It's that whole "Whoever seeks to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life will find it" conundrum. Her grown-up children love her. Her teenagers confide in her. Her youngest ones come and sit beside her when I'm with her, leaning their heads on her shoulders.
It would be intimidating if she wasn't so open and honest and encouraging. If she hadn't been through everything, including sorrow and poverty, which has refined her. When she speaks of faith in God, I know that she speaks from experience. Of her youngest three children, two are adopted, and they are all one year apart. That means that she had a one-year-old, a two-year-old, and a three-year-old. They are closer together than my kids, and she had them last.
So, I am encouraged. For me, the steps are simply, doing the same thing everyday. Settling in. Not envying other people their time. Taking charge of my own life, rather than wishing I had someone else's. Using a voice pitch other than "shrill" or "exasperated" or "shrill and exasperated".
My family style is different from my friend's. They love old-fashioned things in a lovely American way. We love international things. Her husband is from England. My husband is from Detroit. Her youngest daughters wear sweet dresses with floral patterns. My daughter has dreadlocks and wears head wraps and indian pants. I'm definitely not saying that families needs to emulate each other in style. I'm saying that I want that kind of love for what I do. A sense of awe that I'm privileged enough to do it, and the kind of accomplishment that my friend has, when she looks at her family and they are loved and loving.


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Comedy Night: Jordan Carlos
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On August 20th, standup comedian and TV personality Jordan Carlos, known for The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore and Samantha Bee's Not the White House Correspondent's Dinner, appears at the Creative Alliance in Baltimore. Tickets are $15 for members and $18 for the general public. Ticket link: http://www.creativealliance.org/events/2017/comedy-night-jordan-carlos


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Anthropology 'Through the Guiness Glass': The Multiple Reflection of Irish Ethnography
Joel Kerry Amnott, Jr.
Ethnography is the means through which cultural anthropologists gather information about the world. In spite of its central place in the discipline, it is poorly defined and not well articulated. Additionally, the early flaws in the process of ethnography created by the colonial power structure it stems from remain largely unaddressed, particularly within the theoretical arena. These issues are expressed in a number of obvious ways within the context of the ethnography of Ireland, and it is within this context that I discuss them. I examine the Irish canon to demonstrate the types of problems with the ethnographic process and the way it has been utilized, and then contrast the process which created it with my own ethnographic field work. These issues concerning ethnographic process must be systematically examined, particularly with regard to the theoretical constructs they support, or else those constructs will remain inevitably flawed.


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Texas A&M University Web Publishing Guidelines – Intro
June 11th, 2007 by tamuwebmaster
Texas A&M University Web sites and pages, are in many cases, the first or main impression a visitor has about the university. Because of this, Web developers, designers and content publishers at Texas A&M are responsible for the quality of the content and code of their pages as well as communicating the core values and brand of the university.
To help campus Web professionals, these guidelines are being assembled in order to provide some consistency and standardization. We're asking campus developers, designers and programmers to contribute their expertise and experience to make these guidelines a university-wide collaboration.
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Mary Tyler Moore and the Pantsuit Nation she inspired onscreen and offscreen
Before Hillary Clinton's pantsuit became a beacon of female power and resistance to patriarchal ideas regarding femininity and the female body, there was Laura Petrie. While her role on The Dick Van Dyke Show as a stay-at-home mom conformed to the traditional values ascribed to women, Petrie's capri pants did not. Never before had a woman on an American sitcom worn pants. And the woman behind this bold sartorial choice, which challenged and subverted systematic television sexism? Mary Tyler Moore.
Moore was a mainstay of American television during the counterculture years that defined the 1960s-1970s. She entered the living rooms of families, filling a void in the television sitcoms of the time: a female character based in reality rather than male fantasy.
It is fitting that Mary Tyler Moore's first appearance onscreen has been iconized by a pair of pants. Onscreen it was men who were depicted, both figuratively and literally, as wearing the pants in the home. Moore as Laura Petrie presented a new image of a housewife, one that aligned with more modern fashions and values. Although feminine in their design, Petrie's capris were a significant marker of changes that were occurring both in and out of the home in 1960s America. The rise of the women's movement was a key factor, inspiring a growing segment of American women to reinvent themselves as independent and progressive. Their attitudes towards marriage, sex and career aspirations changing to suit their own needs rather what was expected of them. Fashion became emblematic of this liberation from established conventions and governance. Traditionally 'masculine' attire such as pants, along with "un-ladylike" shorter hemlines, entered the fray and became part of public discourse.
Jennifer Keishin Armstrong, author of Mary and Lou and Rhoda and Ted, attributes Moore's own strength and personal character to the presence of 'the pants'. "[The decision to wear pants] was a huge contribution. It was all her idea." For Moore, it was not only an obvious costume choice but a way of injecting realism into the show. As she explained in an 1995 interview with NPR, "I've seen all the other actresses and they're always running the vacuum in these little flowered frocks with high heels on, and I don't do that. And I don't know any of my friends who do that. So why don't we try to make this real? And I'll dress on the show the way I do in real life." By foregoing the housewife uniform of heels and a skirt, Moore redefined how a woman's reality was depicted onscreen.
While she was the thoroughly modern woman costumed as Laura Petrie, it wasn't until the 1970s that Moore took her first steps in cementing her status as a pioneer and influencer for a new era of self-sufficient women. Moore, like her former co-star Dick Van Dyke, was now the protagonist of her own self-titled sitcom, The Mary Tyler Moore Show. From 1970-1977, she wore the pants.
With its female protagonist, and emphasis on female friendships and experiences, The Mary Tyler Moore Show pioneered the female-focused format. Set against the backdrop of a fictional Minneapolis news station, the sitcom starred Moore as WJM-TV news producer Mary Richards. She was unapologetic about her career aspirations, and her choice to remain single and childless. "The point [of the show] was more about her job and her own life," explains Armstrong. Mary Richards embodied and articulated what many women were demanding– agency. After all, as she pointedly states in one episode, "A woman doesn't have to have a baby if she doesn't want to."
Richards' agency only increased over the course of the show. Her wardrobe was a significant marker of this evolution, especially as her professional status changed. "From the assistant in the newsroom who wears miniskirts and boots to the executive who wears pantsuits – she wears a lot of pantsuits by the end," observes Armstrong. Pants and pantsuits were equated to power – a uniform for the professional woman who demanded equality (in one episode Richards' literally does so by asking for equal pay) and respect.
At its crux, The Mary Tyler Moore Show forever transformed the television landscape. Today, we may take for granted the presence of the wry and witty women who grace our screens. Yet it was Moore who helped pave the way for women such as Tina Fey, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Lena Dunham and Mindy Kaling. She showed that women can be powerful and funny. They could be smart and vulnerable. They were multifaceted and complex. And, dammit, they had (safe) sex!*
Behind the camera, Moore also left her mark. She served as a producer for The Mary Tyler Moore show and was instrumental in hiring female staff. From writers to producers, Moore nurtured women who, like Mary Richards, had decided to enter a career in television. As Lena Dunham, the creator of Girls acknowledged, "Mary Tyler Moore's humour, style and vulnerability have had a profound influence on me as a television creator and on every woman I know working in television to upend expectations of traditional femininity."
Indeed, when Mary Tyler Moore passed away aged 80 earlier this year a wave of adulation and respect poured in from women of all ages. Moore was credited as an inspiration for young women, a pioneer for women working in media, and a trailblazer for the single, working woman. Writer, producer, and actress Mindy Kaling succinctly captured the popularity and lasting influence of Moore when she simply tweeted: "Relatable".
It was, and is, important for women to see themselves represented in a 'relatable' way. And what's more relatable than wanting to move with ease, to be comfortable in one's own body? Pants, it just so happens, are emblematic of a rebellion of comfort; they are a garment that reflected women's egalitarian ambition.
Today, when we think of a strong-willed professional woman who has championed the power of pants, we think of Hillary Clinton. She's the woman whose fondness for pantsuits inspired "Pantsuit Nation", a pro-Clinton Facebook group that aimed to support the 2016 Democratic Presidential nominee by encouraging women to wear a pantsuit to the polls. (Remarkable when you consider that it's only been 14 years since women were "allowed" to wear pantsuits on the Senate floor.)
Speaking at the Democratic National Convention in 2008, Clinton acknowledged the power of her pants(uit), as a symbol of hope and solidarity for women: "To my supporters, to my champions — to my sisterhood of the traveling pantsuits — from the bottom of my heart: Thank you."
Recognizing the power of women to make their own choices through clothing isn't exactly a revelatory concept. But it's important not to understate the strength of women united rather than divided. A shared enthusiasm for the achievements of women – small or great – is the message that binds together the Pantsuit Nation. It was in the stitching of Laura Petrie's capri pants and the fabric of Mary Richards' own pantsuits. It is an attitude that must be upheld and carried forward. One means of doing so is for women today, and future generations of women, to step into the pants of those who came before her. Only then can we remold them to suit and support the shapes, and journeys, of women to come.
Of course, Moore's legacy cannot be reduced to a single item of clothing. The rationale behind her insistence on wearing them, however, speaks to the importance of female agency. Recently, at the 2017 Golden Globes, actress Evan Rachel Wood spoke out about eschewing the gowns women traditionally wear on the red carpet in favor of a pantsuit. Wood echoed Moore when she explained that her outfit signaled to young girls and women that, "it's all about choice."
Moore might not have broken the glass ceiling, but she did show girls that it was ok to to want something other than dresses and children, to pursue a dream that didn't end at the altar. It could end at the White House. Or at least, nearly.
With heart, hard work, humor and spunk (pussy hats, anyone?) women will continue to fight – to be the heroine of their own show, their own lives. They will march for equality. They will wear the pants. This International Women's Day let Moore's wisdom inspire you to persist: "Having a dream is what keeps you alive. Overcoming the challenges makes life worth living."
*Yes, wholesome Mary Richards was on the pill! She was the first television character to openly be using hormonal birth control, which meant she had sex even though – gasp! – she was single.


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Family festivals!
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- Sep, 05th
Now for a bit of a different one! When I was younger I used to love festivals (my favourite was Glastonbury, of course, just down the road from my home) but when I had kids I thought I had to give all that up. Turns out, nowadays, a lot of festivals you can attend are incredibly family friendly. A lot of the children I teach talk about attending festivals and the activities they got up to so I decided to do some research into different ones and what they offer for families attending.
July 1-3, Great Tew Park, Oxfordshire
A new location in the heart of the Cotswolds.
July 14-17, Henham Park, Southwold, Suffolk
In just five years, Latitude has become the festival of choice for middle-class families. Its manageable size and lovely location, bordered by a lake and woodland, play their part, but that could apply to plenty of festivals. That it pays as much attention to its comedy, cabaret, theatre and literary bills as it does to bands is the key to its success.
July 15-17, Stoke Park, Guildford, Surrey
Fire shows, acrobats and the chance to meet TV characters.
Secret Garden Party
July 21-24, Mill Hill Field, Abbots Ripton, Cambridgeshire
New at the magical weekender are giant floating islands, tunnelled labyrinths and art boats that pick up travellers on their way round the lake. Many of the crowd come in costume, there are plenty of activities for kids, with art and theatre for both young and, er, older.
July 22 and 23, East Kirkcarswell Farm, Dundrennan, Dumfries & Galloway
Wickerman takes place on 120 acres of isolated farmland.
July 22-24, Hill Farm, Steventon, Oxfordshire
It has a new main stage, an improved camp site and a Family Field with children's activities. Gruff Rhys, the Go! Team, Graham Coxon and St Etienne perform, and there is cabaret, comedy, theatre and film. Local food and ale producers are out in force, and a woolly mammoth will wander the site hugging people. Preteens go free.
Deer Shed Festival
July 22-24, Baldersby Park, Topcliffe, North Yorkshire
Comedy, craft and circus workshops, paintball art, a giant sand pit and nature trails should keep the kids busy all weekend.
Camp Bestival
July 28-31, Lulworth Castle, Dorset
The kids' activities at this Family Festival Award winner are imaginative, though many end mid-afternoon.
Big Chill
August 4-7, Eastnor Castle Deer Park, Ledbury, Herefordshire
Some complained that last year's Big Chill — the first since the former indie event was swallowed by promoters Festival Republic — felt too slick and corporate. Certainly, some of its DIY appeal was lost, but a larger site, better-organised activities for kids and a bill with big-name bands were obvious improvements.
Green Man
August 19-21, Glanusk Park, Brecon Beacons
As well as films, readings, kids' workshops and comedy acts, there is a ceilidh, an all-night bonfire and a choice of wildlife walks. Fleet Foxes are this year's must-see, and there are sets from Villagers, the Low Anthem and Noah & the Whale. For £40, ticket holders can camp in Glanusk Park for three days before the festival starts.
August 26-28, Limetree Farm, Grewelthorpe, North Yorkshire
Folk, world and dance music across five stages. Kids can learn cheerleading, breakdancing and the secrets of the solar system, thanks to an after-dark telescope.
August 26-28, Kelmarsh Hall Event Site, Northamptonshire
This 8,000-capacity, eco-conscious family fest has a toddler play area and extensive activities for kids and teenagers.
Electric Picnic
September 2-4, Stradbally Hall, Co Laois, Ireland
Held on a 600-acre estate 50 minutes from Dublin, Electric Picnic is a fabulous fest with plenty of kids' activities and a raft of big-name bands. Soul Kids provide dancing, drumming, singing and yoga workshops, willow weaving and puppet shows. For the under-3s, there is a soft play area.
September 8-11, Robin Hill Country Park, Isle of Wight
For kids, there will be crazy inflatables, clown shows and a junior disco.
Do you take your children to any of these? Do you have any tips for families attending or do you know of any other festivals that you would recommend for families? Let me know through the contact page!


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My Watch Collection
It all started when…
I guess I have been into watches for some time now. I can remember years ago being really into watches, especially dive watches. I have acquired so many over the years but it wasn't until about 11 years that I started to move up into more luxury brands.
My first serious watch was my beloved Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean XL, with its famous black and orange dial and bright orange bezel.
Christopher Ward
C60 Trident Chronograph Pro 600
Christopher Ward C60 Trident Chronograph pro 600
This is one of the newest watches I have added to my collection and I must say it is a real nice piece.


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Antler Cabin
Antler Cabin
Hwy 259 & Choate Rd
Phone: 214-364-3307
Escape to a comfortable log home on 35 private acres with two fishing ponds stocked with bass, catfish and hybrid blue gill. Surrounded on three sides by the Ouachita National Forest, Antler Cabin is a spacious two-story cabin just minutes from Broken Bow Lake, the marina, Cedar Creek Golf Course, Beavers Bend State Park, trout fishing and more. The cabin has three bedrooms, two baths, sleeps up to eight and comes with a full kitchen, ice maker, dishwasher, 32" flat screen, barbecue grill, fire pit, three large covered porches with swings, improved hiking trails and lots of nature.
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Discounts: AAA Discount
Facility Amenities: Gift Shop, Lake/River View, Pets Allowed
Room Amenities: Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, Hair Dryer, In-room Fireplace, In-room Movie Rental, Iron/Ironing Board, Kitchen Facilities
$185 per night for one couple. Additional $10 per person per night. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the pricing listed above, prices are subject to change without notice.
Take Hwy 259 N to Broken Bow Lake. Turn E on Choate Rd. Located 12 mi N of Broken Bow on Hwy 259 & Choate Rd.


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Cadets must notify Ship's Office in writing when they plan on being away. Failure to do so will be considered Away Without Leave (AWOL).
Cadets are allowed three (3) absences during the training year without impact to their perfect attendance record.
Attendance is mandatory on Thursday evenings, Full Ship's Company practices, Remembrance Day, Battle of the Atlantic Sunday, and the Annual Inspection.
There are two ways to request leave:
- Through your Divisional Officer (DO): If you know the dates for which you will require leave, inform your Divisional Officer as soon as you can. A letter stating the cadet's rank and name, reason, and dates for leave is required, and must be given to your DO who will hand it to the Administration Officer at Ship's Office.
- By email: Fill out the form to the right, click Submit Leave Request, and your request will be emailed to the Administration Officer at Ship's Office. All fields are required.