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Skip to comments.Idiot Compassion
Posted on 06/06/2007 1:17:58 AM PDT by neverdem
The term "bleeding-heart liberal" has been bandied about for years, in an effort to illustrate the faux or at least hyperbolic sense of compassion attributed to those on the left. The lefties in America and Europe would like to be known as those who care, unless you happen to be a Bible-following Christian, a conservative or a fetus.
"[Most] confusion... in spiritual circles ....comes from confusing compassion with idiot compassion."
"Idiot compassion" thinks it is being kind, but it's really being cruel. If you have an alcoholic friend and you know that one more drink might kill him, and yet he begs you for a drink, does real compassion say that you should give it to him? After all, to be kind you should give him what he wants, right? Giving him the drink would therefore show compassion, yes? No. Absolutely not.
"Real compassion includes wisdom and so it makes judgments of care and concern; it says some things are good, and some things are bad, and I will choose to act only on those things that are informed by wisdom and care."
Wanna bet we will see this column printed in the "Faith & Religion" section of any west coast newspapers?
Buddhism ping.
"Show me just what Mohammed brought that was new, and there you will find things only evil and inhuman, such as his command to spread by the sword the faith he preached." - Manuel II Palelologus
Idiot Compassion..... Allowing the mentally ill/criminally insane to hold office.
And I'll bet at least 3 to 5 names just filled your head! :-)
I need to print and frame this.
The logic doesn't follow. While I support capital punishment, I respect the point-of-view of those who do not. The last time I debated an opponent of capital punishment, her reasoning was solid and her argument compelling--and had nothing whatsoever to do with 'since all killing is bad, it must be bad to kill Islamic terrorists or convicted murderers'. The author created a straw man when he wrote that, and--since he is an attorney as well as a 'student of Buddhism'--knew he was committing a fallacy. Further, I don't view opponents of capital punishment as 'addle-brained protesters', nor do I lump them in with human shields vacuously unable to draw even the most rudimentary moral distinctions. The author, it seems, is as guilty of lack of discernment as those he so roundly condemns. Didn't the Buddha preach 'Right Thinking'? Doesn't law school teach the fundamentals of reasoned argument?
Well, I went off. I cornered my kids and made them listen to the idiot then gave them a little lecture. In the example I gave, I recalled an issue I'd had with my son at the beginning of the school year. He'd forgotten his homework, called home and begged me to bring it to him. I told him, "This is your *ONE* freebie for the year. I will only do this for you one time, after that, you're on your own. Are you sure you want to use it right now?" He assured me that this assignment was *that* important and I took his homework up to the school for him.
Later that *same* week, he called again in a total panic. He'd forgotten his homework and *this* assignment was *SO* much more important than the last!
I told him, "tough cookies," and hung up. He hasn't forgotten another assignment.
I told the kids that I *did* hurt for him at that moment. I was tempted to help him. But I knew, if I did, that he'd never learn responsibility and I'd be handicapping him for life. I told them that *this* is the difference between the left and right. The left feels compassion for the moment, the right looks down the road and sees that it's sometimes better to allow someone to suffer a little now so they don't suffer forever.
Over and over I've seen this example played out in real life. I see the young woman who's parents never gave her a break and pushed her to be smart and do her best and I see the young woman who had (at least one) parent who enabled her to get away with murder out of a displaced feeling of "compassion". And I see the end results.
NO. Compassion does NOT mean giving and enabling and sheltering people from the natural consequences of their own actions. Compassion allows us to help people who've genuinely been screwed by life or other people, not by themselves.
This is the difference between those who 'feel' and those who 'think'.
Thanks for the compliment, and putting up with my choices in articles for a ping, aka teaching. Docs are supposed to do it. A well informed electorate won't hurt.
Or even any midwest newspaper.
I didn't go to law school. For terrorism and civil cases, I'll use the preponderance of evidence standard, not beyond the reasonable evidence of doubt standard for criminal cases.
Did you read the article? Or, does the fact that it was written by a Bhuddist bother you?
"The host referred to liberals as "compassionate" and conservatives as "mean".
My theory (maybe lame brained)is that the driving force behind radical liberal ideas is Narcissism - that is, an unhealthy preoccupation with your own feelings, and how you feel a need to project those feelings with the aim of public approval. Narcissism clouds the mind, so for example, when faced with a choice or dilemma, you or me would put some thought into your decision, make a choice and that would be it. With a Narcissist, however, their first reaction is "what is the right way of describing this situation ?" or "how will I look in the eyes of others" ; their secondary reaction will be that any disadvantaged person is in difficulty because someone, or something, is to blame.
Another symptom of this is the person's obsession with levelling ie. every single human being is equal. Taken to extreme the tribesman running through the New Guinea jungle is equal to the Wall St fund manager living on Park Avenue.
Modern Narcissism really took off on America's West coast in the mid 60s (sorry some of you freepers!) but it has spread out all over the Western World. However, of all the first world , developed societies Liberal Narcissism will have the least success in the United States.I say this from visiting and speaking to people over there, and it strikes me that you Yanks, unlike Europeans, are an obstinate bunch - decent and honest - but will not allow noisy minority interest groups to tell you what to say and think.
I mean, Free Republic is proof of this.
Of course this is only a theory, after all I am I am only a commercial real estate agent not an anthropologist; so it goes without saying reply if you think this is wrong.
"I cornered my kids"
[I'm at work ... and you want me to think too?] Cad!
I've studied narcissism intimately and I definitely agree. Do I need mention I was once a liberal...
Were you liberal ?
Theres nothing wrong with it - in theory, I think Fr Rep people are liberal in the sense that they believe in live and let live.
A lot of lefties fret about such things as imbalance of wealth, pollution, racism, war etc. and funnily enough , in theory I agree with some of what they have to say.BUT, and this is a very important caveat, here we are, in this particular world, in this particular time, and it is easier and more practical to just roll your sleeves up and make the best of life.
You know it! ;-)
What the left defines as social justice, I call narcissism, because it is narcissism to assume that your definition of justice is universal.
What the left calls compassion, I call codependency because it's codependent to use the power of government to assume/take what is other people's responsibility.
If spiritual growth is all about assuming 100% of one's personal responsibility; then the left, which does everything it can to take people's responsibility ( in the name of help); cannot be compatible with spiritual growth.
"that you Yanks, unlike Europeans, are an obstinate bunch - decent and honest - but will not allow noisy minority interest groups to tell you what to say and think".
I appreciate your compliment, but I only wish it were true. IMO, we have far too many Americans willing to swallow the liberal lie hook, line and sinker!
Huh? Not sure what you are getting at.
Am I bothered that a Buddhist wrote it?
Should I be?
Except for the obsessed person, who believes he or she is "above" everyone else and knows best how they should run their lives.
Any chance it's still got the same ol' magic?
Any chance at all???
"Idiot compassion" means no right to be silent? And no right to counsel during questioning? Hmm.
Your first post to this thread was "Wanna bet we will see this column printed in the Faith & Religion section of any west coast newspapers?"
I took that to mean that you think because it's Buddhism, that it shouldn't be posted in any "Faith & Religion" section. As it it's not a legitimate religion. If not then why ask the question?
Your second post shows a reference to a man immolating himself who is a Buddhist. I was trying to understand the point you were trying to make. It seems to me that you are denigrating Buddhism. What is YOUR point?
My question was merely rhetorical. Most "Faith & Religion" columns in West Coast papers include a diversity of religions, including Buddhism. However, this was one article I am betting is probably not going to get printed in any MSM paper.
Your second post shows a reference to a man immolating himself who is a Buddhist. I was trying to understand the point you were trying to make. It seems to me that you are denigrating Buddhism. What is YOUR point?
I was not denigrating Buddhism. I was merely presenting a graphic example of the title of this thread, and the subject of Ralph Alter's article.
Okay, I get it now. It's because it uses Buddhism as a way of slamming socialism. You are right, there.
I was not denigrating Buddhism. I was merely presenting a graphic example of the title of this thread, and the subject of Ralph Alter's article.
Put together with your explanation I understand now. Thanks. Sorry if I offended. I really didn't know what you were getting at.
Enjoy your day. Ray
Very well put...and very wise!
No problem! You're one of my favorite posters. :-)
Not to hijack the conversation, but it's also narcissism to believe that the climate, as it is now, is the ultimate climate. I suppose we can project this theory on to the "global warming" controversy.
Thank you LK. I try to pound wisdom into my children as well as I can. (My daughter gets it - my son... well, he still thinks he can out-smart reality.)
Britain is becoming increasingly more centralized, despite Wales, Scotland, and N Ireland having new Parliaments. The are attempts to bring in new laws which will effectively prohibit criticism of minority groups;there might be an even more generous Dole (welfare) system, and a bureaucracy bigger than the US Army.
I don't blame the Liberal lobby for this I blame the British public for taking a bigger interest in Soccer, alchohol, and topless actresses than in what is being done in their name. After all a nation gets the politicians it deserves.
The States, however, is more a federation of 51 countries (if you lke) each with its own Capital, Parliament (or is it Assembly) and Police force. Don't they even have their own Army - the National Guard ?
Any way the point I am trying to make Hanneybean, is that yes, there are parts of America where this loony liberal mindset may be catching on, but in the long term your 51 states are a firewall against socialism, and equally, against Nazism.
So to sum it up, American liberalism will prove to be a here today, gone tomorrow, idea.
Well, it goes right along with the rest of the left's narcissism, so, why not? I've thought so as well.
When I was deep into the study of my own narcissism, I had the thought that if I subtracted everything I said that came out of my narcissism, I'd have nothing left to say. The Democrats could well be the same.
We were discussing global warming and environmentalism one day ( I have a degree in earth science, so they were asking me if I thought global warming was a problem).I pointed out that the planet had had many climates in it's past history, and would always be changing. That no matter how many restrictions one placed on a wilderness area, it's natural state would inevitably change over time, even without human intervention.NOthing can really be preserved.
I asked them; what would you do if everything was OK, just as it was ? I thought it very telling that they all became visibly agitated. They simply are unable to imagine a situation where they are not needed to save something.
That shows that their helping is all about them. In fact, I think it's one reason narcissists are drwn to environmentalism and animals. The earth, and animals are not going to argue back that they don't want to be helped, as many people will do. (remember the troops answer to the attempt by Kerry to be their un-asked for saviour?). It makes their self-congratulations easier.
"Sometimes the most compassionate thing you can do for someone is beat the living crap out of them!" - (my teacher) Gotta love him! ;^)
I know this reply is a month late, but thank you for Getting It! Now if you could only explain it to our Blue Staters...
What is a Blue Stater ?
Any chance it's still got the same ol' magic?
Any chance at all???
Perhaps I'm mistaken but I sure don't seem to remember that happening.
I hate Real Estate Agents because they are all varmints, thieves and Plonkers. Except Ralph Alter: this was a bloody good article and a jolly surprise. It has been Bookmarked.
Thanks for posting it.
American liberals are notorious for pretending that they are ALWAYS right and have only the highest and most noble motivations while their opponents are totally mean spirited troglodytes who would take the milk from an infant's bottle to sell it to the highest bidder. They ignore the fact that their liberal fantasies, when put into practice, have ever resulted in naught but starvation, death, destruction and utter human misery.
While studying the subject of narcissism it occurred to me that very few narcissists would ever recognize themselves! At that point I started to peer inwardly in trembling fear. I can hardly stand to look in the mirror now 80)
So, maybe I'm actaully getting somewhere !
'Cause I looked; and yuck !
I should keep this brief.
On Monday 3rd August this year, I was convicted at Lincoln Magistrates Court on 1 count of 'Inciting Community Hatred' because of my speaking out against Fundamentalist Islam and attending pro-Israel and Support our Troops counter demonstrations.
I have been fined £400 and been told not to enter Sheffield City centre when there are demonstrations of any kind. As an interim penalty I am not allowed to use the internet until my appeal hearing.
If my appeal is unsuccessful, then I will have a criminal record which will make it difficult for me to find a job and I will be barred from entering the US (ironically for going on pro-US marches)!
Freepers you have been warned. The British legal system protects the free speech of Moslem loonies, but not me.
I should log off now as I do not want to be found breaching my Magistrates order. (Am posting from an internet cafe).
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• Environmental impacts;
• Any adverse environmental impacts should the proposal be implemented;
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The 1971 Wild Free-Roaming Horse and Burro Act mandates, "The Secretary shall manage wild free-roaming horses and burros in a manner that is designed to achieve and maintain a thriving natural ecological balance on the public lands."
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Scoping meetings will provide an opportunity for the public to ask questions with BLM specialists and view maps and posters detailing the RMP revision process. Written comments may be submitted until Sept. 27.
"It is our hope that there will be enough public outcry against this outrageous atrocity, that the BLM will consider a more positive approach involving on-the-range management as opposed to massive removals," states Kathrens.
Meeting Location and times:
Sept. 11, 4-7 PM
Rock Springs, WY
Rock Springs Field Office
280 Highway 191 N.
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Sept. 12, 4-7 PM
Rawlins, WY
Rawlins Field Office
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Email comments to firstname.lastname@example.com
(please include "Wild Horse Scoping" in the subject line),
Fax (307) 352-0329
Mail: Bureau of Land Management
Rock Springs Field Office
Wild Horse Scoping
280 Highway 191 North
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Liverpool is one of North England's most exciting and vibrant cities. With its varied and exciting history, Liverpool has been influential in the world of music, maritime, and much more. From the Beatles to the iconic Liver Birds, this city has been firmly established on the global map. Liverpool's influential status has culminated in the Capital of Culture award, a coveted title, which is a testament to its people. Liverpool is a unique destination, with something to offer everyone. Whether you are interested in art and culture, history or nightlife, you will not be short of things to do.
Getting There and Away
By Air
Liverpool John Lennon Airport is located 8 miles/13 km from Liverpool city centre.
Budget airlines that fly in and out of Liverpool are Ryan Air, Easyjet, and Flybe.
To and from John Lennon Airport:
Airlink 500 (bus)
- Operates Monday to Sunday 06:30-00:00.
- Departs every 30 minutes.
- Cost: adult £2.50, child £1.25.
- Journey time: 50 to 60 minutes approximately.
- The taxi rank for Hackney cabs is located opposite the main terminal entrance.
- Journey time: 20 minutes.
- Cost: £10.00-£15.00 approximately.
By train
- Liverpool Lime Street is the city's main station.
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- Don't forget to try and search for 2 single tickets instead of a return, as these are sometimes cheaper.
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- The National Express coach station is located on Norton Street, L3 8LR.
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Journey times:
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- Ferries operate to Liverpool from the Isle of Man, Dublin and Belfast.
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Getting Around
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- Operates: every 15 minutes from 07:00 to 17:55 (S2) and 07:20 to 18:05 (S3). Times will vary on Sunday.
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- Tickets can be purchased from a variety of outlets. Check with Mersey Travel for more information.
Must Sees
Liverpool Anglican Cathedral
St James Mount, Liverpool, L1 7AZ, +44 (0)151 709 6271
- This is the UK's largest cathedral, boasting an effective mix of modern and Gothic design, as well as superb panoramic views of the city from the 101 metre bell tower.
- Designed by Giles Gilbert Scott in 1903 but not completed until 1978, the cathedral now sees regular church services for Liverpool's Anglican community, as well as being one of the city's top tourist attractions.
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- New to the visitor experience is the Great Space, which allows you to truly appreciate Giles Gilbert Scott's masterpiece. Starting with a 10 minute high definition film, the experience is a tour dedicated to the Cathedral's design, complete with interactive stations and interesting anecdotes.
Opening times:
Main Cathedral: daily 08.00 to 18.00.
The Great Space: Monday to Saturday, 09.00 to 16.00; Sunday 12:00 to 14.30 (subject to services).
Tower Experience: Monday to Saturday 10.00 to 17.00 (extended hours in summer); Sunday 12:00 to 14.30pm (subject to services).
Main Cathedral: FREE
Great Space: Adult £4.25; child £3.00; family £10.00.
Tower Experience: adult £4.25; child £3.00; family £10.00.
Combined ticket: adult £6.75; child £5.00; family £15.00.
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Tate Liverpool
Albert Dock, Liverpool, L3 4BB, +44 (0)151 702 7400
- The Tate Liverpool is one of only two Tate Museums outside of London. It has played a vital part in Liverpool's regeneration.
- It displays 20th and 21st century art, including examples of work by Picasso, Degas, Matisse, and Warhol.
- Upcoming exhibitions include Joyous Machines: Michael Landy and Jean Tinguely (2nd October 2009 - 10th January 2010) and Mark Rothko: The Seagram Murals (2nd October 2009 – 21st March 2010 )
Opening times:
September to May: Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 to 17:50; closed Mondays (except Bank Holidays)
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General collections: FREE
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The Beatles Story
Britannia Vaults, Albert Dock, Liverpool, L3 4AD, +44 (0)151 709 1963
- This unique visitor attraction is dedicated to the lives and career of Liverpool's 'fab four'; one of the most successful bands in the history of music.
- Attracting thousands of fans each year, the exhibition will take you on a whistle-stop tour of the world. From Liverpool to Hamburg, London to America, you will embark on a journey of discovery and learn more about how the Beatles shot to global fame, and the emergence of 'Beatle mania'. You will also have the chance to see original instruments and other rare artefacts, and gain a unique insight into their lasting legacy.
Opening times:
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Adult £12.50; concession £8.50; child (5-16) £6.50; under 5's FREE.
Family Saver (2 adults and 2 children); £31.30; Family Saver 2 (2 adults and 3 children) £36.25.
If you want the full experience of The Beatles in Liverpool, why not take the Magical Mystery Tour from the Albert Dock? Departing daily at 14:00, you will take a bus identical to that used in the 1967 film, and visit key locations in The Beatles' history before finishing at the Cavern Club.
The Liverpool Football Club Museum & Tour
69-71 Anfield Road, Anfield, Liverpool, L4 0TQ +44 (0)151 260 6677
- Liverpool FC is one of England's most successful clubs with five Champions League titles, seven FA Cups, and eighteen League wins.
- Anfield is their current home, but this will change in 2010 under new plans to develop a 60,000 seat stadium at Stanley Park.
- To ensure you don't miss out on a unique part of football history, take a trip to Anfield and tour the museum and stadium. Here you will learn more about the history of the club, as well as having a chance to experience what it is like to sit in the Kop, Anfield's famous terrace, and become part of the crowd in Istanbul where Liverpool regained their European crown in 2005.
Opening times:
Open daily from 10:00 to 17:00 (last admission 16:00).
On match days last admission to the museum is 1 hour before kick-off.
No tours on match days, however a mini tour will be offered at a reduced cost.
No stadium tours on match days. Tours on day before a match will be mini tours, at special reduced prices.
Museum & Tour: adults £10.00; children & concessions £6.00; family £25.00 (advance booking is recommended for tours).
Museum only: Adults £5.00; children & concessions £3.00, family £13.00.
Merseyside Maritime Museum and International Slavery Museum
Albert Dock, Liverpool, L3 4AQ, +44 (0)151 478 4499
- The Merseyside Maritime Museum provides a captivating look at one of the world's most influential ports.
- Find out about the great tragedies of the Titanic, Lusitania, and Empress of Ireland, and how these impacted on Liverpool, as well as learning more about how the port played a vital role in both war and peace times.
- There is also a 'Magical History Tour' running until September 2009, which follows the city's development from medieval 'Lyverpoole' to it becoming the Capital of Culture.
- Located within the Merseyside Maritime Museum is the International Slavery Museum, which explores the history of slavery and its impact on and role in today's world. Features real-life stories, artefacts, audio visual displays, and exhibitions.
- The International Slavery Museum was established to highlight on an international platform, the need to create awareness of the slave trade and how it has affected modern society. Its location on the Albert Dock is a poignant reminder of where 18th century trade ships were once fitted and repaired.
Opening times:
Both Museums are open daily 10:00 to 17:00 (closed 25th and 26th December)
Where to Stay
Liverpool's compact city centre offers a number of accommodation options. As well as Liverpool Hotels, LateRooms also provides a selection of city centre serviced apartments and bed and breakfasts, which are a cost-effective option for families and groups.
For a different view of Liverpool with an emphasis on its maritime history, the regenerated dockland area of the city now provides an excellent option, with hotels such as the Malmaison and Express by Holiday Inn as well as serviced apartments, all providing places to stay that are convenient for the city centre.
LateRooms Tip
- Try and avoid dates when Liverpool FC are playing at home, as demand for rooms is high on these occasions.
Where to Eat
Bistro Pierre
14 Button Street, Liverpool, L2 6PS, +44 (0)151 227 2577
- Tucked away in the Cavern Quarter, Bistro Pierre offers a little taste of Paris amidst Liverpool's bustling bar culture.
- Describing itself as 'rustic', the menu matches this style with trusted favourites such as coq au vin and moules mariniere, among other equally traditional delights. The restaurant appears to have a loyal following, and offers great value with main courses starting from just £7.90.
- An early bird menu is also available at just £10.95 for three courses from 4.30pm to 6.30pm.
60 Hope Street
60 Hope Street, Liverpool, L1 9BZ , +44 (0)151 707 6060
- This former 'Lancashire Life Restaurant of the Year' winner has been described as 'the London restaurant in Liverpool' by one critic. It is a family run restaurant located in a grade II listed building, with its speciality being seafood. You will also find a variety of artwork adorning the walls, from both new and established artists.
- The menu is influenced heavily by British and European flavours. You will even find a deep-fried jam sandwich with carnation milk ice-cream among the choices.
- With a bistro and restaurant available, main courses vary in cost between £11.50 and £26.95, but there is an early bird menu available from £13.95 for 2 courses.
- 60 Hope Street is closed on Sunday and bank holidays.
Sapporo Teppanyaki
134 Duke Street, East Village, Liverpool, L1 5AG, +44 (0)151 705 3005
- Liverpool's only Teppanyaki restaurant provides great entertainment through its self titled 'theatrical cuisine'; where trained chefs will prepare your food with a variety of knife tricks and flame.
- Teppanyaki starts from £15.95, but the restaurant also offers a wider menu including noodles, tempura, and sushi.
The London Carriage Works
Hope Street Hotel, 40 Hope Street,Liverpool L1 9DA, +44 (0)151 705 2222
- Winner of the Mersey Partnership's Annual Tourism Award; The Taste of Merseyside 2006/07, the London Carriage Works has a good reputation. The restaurant sources all its products locally, and uses authentic European ingredients where featured.
- Under the leadership of Paul Askew, the restaurant serves breakfast from 07:00/08:00, and an all day menu until 17:00, including an afternoon tea option. A full breakfast costs £15.50, but chunky buttered toast is available from just £1.90. You can get afternoon canapés and champagne for two for £22.00, while main courses start from £14.00.
- The dinner menu is not served on Sunday and Monday, but the day menu will still be served.
Valparaiso Restaurant
4 Hardman Street, Liverpool, L1 9AX, +44 (0)151 708 6036
- Valparaiso, Liverpool's only Chilean restaurant, has been established for over 20 years and has recently been refurbished.
- With a strong emphasis on organic food, the restaurant is known for its good fish dishes, but also gets the vegetarian seal of approval too.
- What's more, by dining here, some of the money goes to help Chilean charities.
- The menu is of an average price. Expect to pay around £25.00 per head.
- Valparaiso is closed on Monday.
Hope Street, Liverpool, L1 9BW +44 (0)151 7060707
- Ego offers a selection of Mediterranean inspired dishes with an emphasis on high quality, fresh food, excellent service, and sensible prices. The a la carte menu is packed with mouth watering dishes and vegetarians and children are well catered for. Menus are changed regularly, with main courses ranging in price from £8.50 to £17.95.
- An early bird menu offers 2 courses for £11.95 or 3 courses for £13.95, and a special offer is available on Monday evenings for à la carte diners.
Liverpool is a hive of activity as soon as night falls, with plenty of bars, pubs, and clubs to keep visitors entertained. With credentials including the Cavern Club and the former Cream club, plus newcomer Chibuku, you are guaranteed a fun night out.
The Albert Dock is home to a range of sophisticated, trendy bars for those wanting to celebrity spot, while individual, unique bars are dotted around the centre. Concert Square and Mathew Street contain a range of independent and chain bars and pubs.
Alma de Cuba
St Peters Church, Seel Street, Liverpool, L1 4AZ, +44 (0)151 702 7394
- This Caribbean-themed bar is housed in the former St Peter's Catholic Church, where many of the original features have been retained.
- Alma de Cuba offers good food throughout the evening, but really comes to life around 22:30 when you can see Salsa dancers, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere against the backdrop of candlelit surroundings.
30-41 Fleet Street, Liverpool, L1 4AR, +44 (0)151 709 7097
- Shortlisted for the Mersey Partnership Annual Tourism Award: Bar of the Year 2006/07, Korova is the brain child of Rob Gutmann and local electro band Ladytron.
- This relatively new addition to the Liverpool bar scene sees a range of up-and-coming live bands featured alongside cutting edge DJs, while serving food and a wide selection of drinks.
Baby Cream
Atlantic Pavilion, Albert Dock, Liverpool, L3 4AE, +44 (0)151 709 7097
- Baby Cream was formed on the back of the former superclub, Cream, and claims to be a new concept in the prestigious bar culture.
- Definitely for the more discerning reveller, Baby Cream has pioneered the DJ Restaurant concept and is a space to relax, while offering the best in cutting edge music.
Doctor Duncan's
St Johns Lane, Queens Square, Liverpool, +44 (0)151 709 5100
- Serving a wide variety of real ale, Doctor Duncan's was the first pub in Liverpool to win the coveted Casque Marque, and has held awards such as Merseyside Pub of the Year.
- Located in the regenerated Queen's Square area of the city, the pub is refurbished in an authentic Victorian style and was named after Doctor Duncan, a campaigner against poor living conditions in Liverpool.
Thomas Rigby's
23-25 Dale Street, Merseyside, L2 2EZ, +44 (0)151 236 3269
- Established in 1726, Thomas Rigby's has firmly established itself as a Liverpool institution, and counts Admiral Nelson among its patrons.
- Serving good quality pub food and a range of real ales and continental beers, this pub is listed in CAMRA's guide.
Theatre & Entertainment
Echo Arena and BT Convention Centre
- The newest addition to Liverpool's venues is the Echo Arena, which has hosted large concerts such as The X Factor Live, Girls Aloud, and the MTC Music Awards 2008.
Empire Theatre
Lime Street, Liverpool, L1 1JE, +44 (0)151 708 3200
- With Julie Andrews, Frank Sinatra, and The Beatles as past visitors to the stage, this theatre forms a firm part of Liverpool's history.
- The theatre shows a range of musicals and other popular theatre acts.
- Forthcoming shows for 2009 are The Witches of Eastwick, Chicago The Musical, Lord of The Dance, and Disney's High School Musical. View the Empire Theatre website for more listings.
Royal Court Theatre
1 Roe Street, Liverpool, L1 1HL, +44 (0)151 709 4321
- The theatre offers a varied programme, including comedy, drama, and music.
- A pre-theatre menu is also available for up to an hour before performances.
- For future listings, visit the Royal Court Theatre website.
Royal Liverpool Philharmonic
Philharmonic Hall, Hope Street, Liverpool, L1 9BP, +44 (0)151 210 2895
- The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra is the second oldest concert-giving organisation in Britain.
- The season runs from September to June, with the orchestra giving over 60 performances under Principal Conductor, Vasily Petrenko.
Everyman Playhouse
13 Hope Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 9BH, +44 (0)151 709 4776
- Founded in 1964, the Everyman Playhouse has welcomed many British household names to the stage, such as Bill Nighy and Cathy Tyson.
- Today the Playhouse is a producing theatre, and plays a great part in community life in Liverpool.
Cavern Club
10 Mathew Street, Liverpool, L2 6RE, + 44 (0)151 236 1965
- The Cavern Club as we know it today is not the original one played by The Beatles in the 1960s, however careful rebuilding means that the current club occupies around 75% of the original site.
- The club today plays host to many new and upcoming bands, with regular showcasing nights, and also has a live DJ on Friday and Saturday nights.
90 Seel Street, Liverpool, L1 4BH, +44 (0)151 707 6171
- This venue generally showcases new and upcoming bands. Indeed, the Barfly chain has hosted the likes of Coldplay, Muse, and The Strokes, all of whom went on to find international fame.
- The venue is also home to Chibuku, the famous Liverpool club night.
Liverpool Summer Pops
- Now in its 8th year, the Pops is held every July and attracts over 100,000 people.
- The event is a series of concerts in the newly-built Echo Arena. Previous acts include Bob Dylan, Bryan Adams, and Paul Weller.
Liverpool Music Week
- This event is usually held around October/November.
- Founded by Liverpool promoter, Mike Deane, in 2003.
- Now attracting over 65,000 people to over 15 venues throughout Merseyside, previous acts have included the Chemical Brothers, Hot Club de Paris, and The Kooks.
Mathew Street Festival
- Held every August Bank Holiday weekend, the Mathew Street Festival is predominantly a free event, with live acts featured at numerous venues across the city.
International Beatle Week Festival
- Organised by the Cavern Club, this is an event dedicated to the fab four.
- Takes place every year, sometime in August.
For the Kids
River Explorer Cruise
Pier Head, Georges Parade, Liverpool, L3 1DR, +44 (0)151 227 2660
- The most fun way for the children to explore Liverpool is on the River Explorer Cruise, making it a great day out for all the family.
- Departing hourly from Pierhead, customers can also board at Seacombe and Woodside, or alight at these places and explore the attractions housed there, before hopping back on board and enjoying the rest of the journey.
- Notable attractions en route include Play Planet, Mini Mersey Ferries, and Spaceport.
- Refreshments can also be bought at the Woodside Café.
Opening times:
Departures from Pier Head: Monday to Friday 10:00-15:00; Saturday and Sunday 10:00 to 18:00
Cruise only: adult £5.30; child (5-15yrs) £2.95; family £14.15.
Cruise and Spaceport: adult £12.70; child (3-4yrs) £6.50; child (5-15yrs) £8.60; family £35.00.
A family ticket allows for up to 2 adults and 3 children.
Victoria Place, Seacombe, Wirral, CH44 6QY, +44 (0)151 330 1333
- This £10million attraction is dedicated to the discovery of space and space travel.
- Through interactive features and captivating audio visual displays, including a simulation blast of a journey into space, and a chance to do a news report from another planet, the children will be fascinated.
Opening times:
Tuesday to Sunday 10.30 to 18:00 (last entry 16:30)
Adult £9.50; child (3 years and over) £6.50; family (up to 2 adults and 3 children) £26.50.
Play Planet
Seacombe Ferry Terminal, Wirral, CH44 6QY, +44 (0)151 330 1444
- Aimed at children aged 2 to 9, Play Planet is a soft play area with a huge ball pond, slides and obstacles to overcome. There is also a separate area for toddlers. Maximum height for entry is 4ft 9inches (1.45m).
Opening times:
Daily 10:00 to 18:00 (last entry 17:00)
£2.00 per child per hour.
Big Art for Little Artists- The Walker Art Gallery
William Brown Street, Liverpool, L3 8EL, +44 (0)151 478 4199
- A unique space for children to discover art in a fun, interactive way.
- Aimed at children up to eight years old, the exhibition allows children to explore the Walker Gallery, experience the 'mood room' and create their own mini masterpieces, among other activities.
Opening times:
Daily 10:00-16:30
Cavern Walks
- Located between Lord Street and Mathew Street, the Cavern Walks are home to Vivienne Westwood, as well as a number of independent stores.
- As well as great shopping, the Walks are also home to the original door of the Cavern Club.
- The Walks are closed on Sunday.
Met Quarter
- Located on Whitechapel, the Met Quarter is home to many designer brands including Firetrap, All Saints, DKNY, and Hugo Boss
- The centre is open daily until 18:00, with late opening on Thursday until 19:00.
Albert Dock
- The Albert Dock is the perfect place to pick up your souvenirs, from Beatles memorabilia to local merchandise.
- You will also find lots of art and craft shops to inspire you.
High Street Shopping
- If you want to shop on the high street, the best places to head for are Liverpool Church Street, Bold Street, Saint John's Shopping Centre, and Clayton Square.
Liverpool One
- Liverpool One is part of a recently-opened £920 million project, which houses 160 shops in a space the size of 28 football pitches.
- The centre has designer, independent, and high street shops, as well as restaurants, a cinema, and apartments. It is also home to the largest John Lewis in the North West area.
Gay & Lesbian
Liverpool has a thriving gay and lesbian scene. The majority of Liverpool's scene is located around Stanley Street. Liverpool council is currently looking at plans to pedestrianise the area too, hopefully establishing the area as a recognised gay quarter.
Bars and Clubs:
64 Duke Street, Liverpool City Centre, L1 5AA, +44 (0)151 707 3575
- This club is gay friendly, and attracts a wide range of people.
- Hosts a range of club nights, and is open until around 03:30 on Friday and Saturday.
The Masquerade
10 Cumberland Street, Liverpool, L1 6BU, +44 (0)151 236 7786
- A firmly established bar on Liverpool's gay scene, and a great way to start the evening.
- The bar offers a happy hour from Monday to Saturday, 17:00-19:00.
- Entertainment is provided by DJs and drag queen hostesses.
The Lisbon
35 Victoria Street, Liverpool, L1 6BG, +44 (0)151 231 6831
- Popular on Liverpool's scene, the Lisbon is renowned for its pre-party atmosphere and has a dance floor which attracts a busy, varied crowd.
- Offering food throughout the day, there is also a pool table.
Outsiders Film Festival
- This festival has rapidly grown in popularity and is dedicated to gay film, art and cinema.
- Targeted at a range of people, the Festival also has monthly screenings at FACT.
- This festival is one of the first in Liverpool dedicated to the LGBT community, and combines theatre, film, art, performance, photography, heritage, and storytelling.
- For more information on activities and dates, visit the Homotopia website.


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Who are the Denisovans? Are they related to the Red Deer Cave People?
Scientists hope to establish a genome link between both groups
Newly discovered remains in the Red Deer Cave in China suggest a link to the Denisovans, who are a previously unknown human species that survived right up until the end of the last ice age. First noted as a Paleolithic cave people found in Altai Krai, Russia, the Denisovans, or Denisova Hominin, are named after the cave where bones and artifacts were found.
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Special note: It may take years to establish whether the Red Deer Cave People and Denisovans are closely related.


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Amsterdam had taken the final step in digitising parking and parking enforcement and the move is paying dividends. It was almost a decade ago that the City of Amsterdam decided to start the evolution - or maybe even a revolution of its parking enforcement: it got rid of the paper parking permit or ticket behind the windscreen and introduced the digital parking right. It was the first step on...
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Eight Burger Bar & Sports Lounge
Located near Fernandina Beach, Eight Sports Bar in Amelia Island has a laid-back atmosphere and the warm welcoming of a neighborhood pub. Guests can unwind watching a ball game, playing pool and enjoying their favorite beverages.
Come watch your favorite NFL or college football team on Direct TV Sunday Ticket and ESPN Game Plan and all of your favorite sports channels throughout the year.
Signature food items feature a "Build Your Own Burger" menu and six delicious sliders: crab cake, barbecue pork, Philly steak, salmon, buffalo chicken and veggie. Other popular sides include wings, nachos, pizza, house-made potato parmesan chips and onion rings. The bar's drink menu features local craft draft beers from Bold City Brewery and Intuition as well as all of your favorite beers, wines and cocktails.
The sports bar's name is a nod to Amelia Island's history as the Isle of Eight Flags, the only place in the country to have been under the rule of eight different regimes since its discovery by the Spanish in 1562. Of course, the number eight has a storied legacy in the world of sports and games as well; it serves as the pivotal target in Eight Ball and has been worn by legendary, baseball Hall of Famers like Yogi Berra, Carl Yastrzemski, Willie Stargell and Cal Ripken, Jr.
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Pros: Versatile, many user adjustable settings
Cons: None so far
I purchased the DMPlus to work alongside my MacMini. The MacMini has been stripped to just Mac OSX and Amarra Mini ver 2.4 using iTunes as the librarian. The Mini's USB output to the DMPlus is via an Audioquest Forest USB cable. I have 2 ways to listen to the DMPlus. First, I plug my Sennheiser HD650's directly into the headphone jack. In this mode the DMPlus acts as a headphone amplifier. iTunes and Amarra feed directly to the HD650's. The sound is wonderful and open. Great soundstage. You can see in your mind where each instrument is placed. The imaging is spot on...after you adjust the balance that is.
One of the pluses of the DMPlus is the user adjustability. There are 3 different slope settings to set to user preference. Also, you can choose between synchronous usb 1.1 or Asynchronous usb 2.0. The default is 1.1. You have to read the manual to see how to adjust this setting. Until you do the device will not be recognized as a usb 2.0 device by the computer.
Balance is another adjustment that is not labeled. You must hold down the Filter/Phase button and then the volume knob becomes the balance adjust. Release the button and the knob returns to a volume control.
Once the unit is dialed into your setting preferences it is ready for action. I have it's unbalanced RCA outputs connected to my Denon AVR-4311ci receiver so I can enjoy the DAC through my M&K S-150's. There are Balanced outputs as well if you have the equipment for it. The difference of the Mac Mini via Toslink to the receiver and the DMPlus via RCA is interesting and fun to A/B. The TosLink utilizes the Denon's AKM DAC's so this set up allows me to have my choice of DAC output.
Most of the time I find myself using the HD650's directly plugged into the DMPlus. It is a simple setup. Mac Mini as source, DMPlus as DAC/Preamp/Amp and HD650's as cans of choice.
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Flat in height but high in style, the gorgeous print and jeweled cluster on the Rocket Dog Madra make this beautiful ballet flat a fall must-have style.
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My name is Kristan T. Harris. I have run for political office and have worked a political grass roots campaign for Ron Paul. I was nominated and elected to the GOP platform committee in 2012. I am a huge advocate for liberty and freedom.I am a libertarian at heart. I am also a news junkie and love a good mystery.
Students Role Play Terror Drills With Real Terror
Mike Paczesny | The Rundown Live
School shootings are increasing, despite drills and heightened security measures.
"Bad guys with AR-15s" are going to be shooting blanks at the moments when one class ends and the other begins.
Volunteer victims, mostly from school's drama classes, are made up in fake bullet wounds, in various places, foreheads, necks and chests.
The students are part of a training exercise for law enforcement and emergency services.
The likelihood of a violent death in school is about a 1 in 2.5 million probability.
Schools have been exploring new ways to prepare for tragedy like forms of the standard lockdown drill.
In August 2013, Missouri, Illinois, and Arkansas, voted to require every school district to conduct simulated shooter drills.
Although some districts have gone further, with programs teaching kids self-defense, proposals to train teachers with firearms.
According to the NBC news report, many children were excited to participate in the drill. Some children bragged about participating in it over 10 times.
Disabled children were faced with choices they would never have to make, how would they protect themselves in a life or death situation.
Others claimed they were anxious and worried, never having heard gunshots or been part of a similar experience, but hoping partaking in this exercise would help their college application process.
One particular incident from the video shows a student as a hostage screaming at a locked classroom door, pleading for the persons inside to let her in. The door remained locked.
That particular incident shows the level of physiological control at play here. Students followed instructions closely.
This particular drill went on for 8 minutes and 30 seconds with strictly volunteers and paid professionals.
Scenes like these show the reality of the drill and really put the level of production into light.
It is also reported many volunteer students became emotional after the drill crying and sobbing with their peers. All the while understanding none of this was real.
The drills, aren't for kids, they're meant to help law enforcement craft strategies to take down active shooters, as well as to familiarize teachers with the sound of guns and teach them to act quickly.
This is all troubling, what this does to the children involved can shape their personalities and the way they view life. Some will obviously become traumatized, others desensitized. The children also likened themselves to the Sandy Hook incident repeatedly.
There is also a lot of counseling available after drills. Experts claim "Live drills can be very intense and potentially psychologically harmful for some people, It's not likely to cause post-traumatic stress on its own, but if a child has some existing mental health challenges"—up to 20 percent of students do, this could exacerbate that challenge."
One active shooter drill at a charter school in rural Oregon came in the form of a sneak attack.
The difference is between student actors, who are fully-debriefed volunteers, and involving all students in this kind of exercise.
Are these drills part of a coordinated assault on the minds of the youth? Or simply training or law enforcement how to deal with a ever changing reality.
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There's a problem with internet in the uk e.g you pay for 8mbps but you will never get that kind of speed. It all depends on where you live and what company your with. At my parents home they pay for 8mbps but they only get 5mbps!! However some areas n universities you have cable which guarantees your speed!!
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By JOHN BAUERMartinez, Calif
Dear Editor,
The Iraq "detainee/prisoner" abuse scandal and detainee abuse scandals at other United States detainee facilities, have yet to be fully determined.
These "detainee/prisoner" abuse situations would not have mushroomed as they have, were it not for the arbitrary and secret environment they are cast into.
In contrast, consider our criminal-system where "suspects/prisoner" are: given Miranda warning; allowed a phone call; gets legal representation; and can have visitors. Here our Rule of Law system works, because a humane system of transparency/respect/openness, discourages dark/secret environments.
The United States can regain our moral high ground by: prosecuting all the aiders and abettors of detainee abuse; adapt our Rule of Law system for "all" detainees; re-affiliate with the International Criminal Court treaty; and more truly interact with other nations.


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St. Paul's Letter to the Hebrews 3:12-16
Prokeimenon. Mode Plagal 2.
Psalm 31.11,1
Be glad in the Lord, and rejoice, O righteous.
Verse: Blessed are they whose transgressions have been forgiven.
BRETHREN, take care lest there be in any of you an evil, unbelieving heart, leading you to fall away from the living God. But exhort one another every day, as long as it is called "today," that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin. For we share in Christ, if only we hold our first confidence firm to the end, while it is said, "Today, when you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion." Who were they that heard and yet were rebellious? Was it not all those who left Egypt under the leadership of Moses?
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Tools of the Trade taken over 8 years ago
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hello benjamin! how is your weekend? god bless you always!
over 7 years ago
Have a good weekend
over 7 years ago
the trailer is near the river
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Hey Benjamin, have a safe week!
over 7 years ago
Alright Capt. I got them in today. Just wanted to say thanks and let ya know they look great. Im still working on the department patches for ya.
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Hey Capt. just dropping by to say hello and wish you a great Sunday. Sorry i didn't get up to CFP on Friday, we were up all night at work on a Structure fire and when I got home I crashed in the bed. I am off Mon and Tues so I will try and drop by with your patches if you are going to be there. I hope you and yours have a great week and be safe out there! Take care and talk to you later.
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Have a Great Sunday, GOD BLESS and STAY SAFE
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sweet. nice to meet you as well. try to stay dry and out of all this muddy mess.. it's been raining the last 3 days n night here in morgan co.
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Thank, will say in touch. You have a Great Weekend. LJ
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hey benjamin! how is your week going? stay safe!
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no problem man u stay safe too....btw love the default pic those videos are bad ass lol
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you too man. stay frosty.
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No worries! Nice to meet you as well. Take care, now!!! :)
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Thanks for the add and I love those videos of the Fireman v Police man!!!! sooooooo funny! =o)


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Richard Larter Sliding easy 1970 (detail) synthetic polymer paint on hardboard National Gallery of Australia, Canberra
Richard Larter is widely considered to be one of Australia's most distinguished artists. Born in 1929 he arrived in Australia from England in 1962 and, over the ensuing four decades, created an impressive, provocative, lively body of work.
Larter's lively wit and satirical insights are matched by his considerable abilities as a draughtsman and particularly as a great colourist. His ability to combine politics, history and sexuality mixed with feeling for colour makes his works unique, energetic and challenging.
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top image: Richard Larter The hairdresser 1969 (detail) synthetic polymer paint on composition board 133.0 x 122.0 cm Collection of Helen Eager and Christopher Hodges
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André Roosevelt Legong dancer, Bali 1928 gelatin silver photograph National Gallery of Australia, Canberra
Picture Paradise is the first ever comparative survey exhibition of the history of photography in the Asia–Pacific region, from the formative decades of the 1840s to 1860s to the early 1940s and the advent of the Second World War.
The exhibition chronicles the developments in photography throughout South and Southeast Asia, Australia and the Pacific to the west coast of North America. Early photography in the Asia–Pacific region reveals the beauty and cultural diversity of the region.
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Have you ever wondered how Easter is celebrated in the Holy Land? Or what traditions are practiced by the Russian Orthodox and Greek Orthodox communities? Speaking of which, do you know why there are two different dates for Easter — one celebrated by Western churches, the other by Eastern Orthodox churches?
Perhaps you think you know already all there is to know about Easter! Like where the custom of hunting for Easter eggs comes from. And why the bunny rabbit is a symbol of Easter. Or how the Easter lily became associated with this springtime holiday. And just why we eat so much chocolate and marshmallowy candy at Easter time. You can brush up on the answers to these questions and more in our newest trivia feature: Did You Know Easter?
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By Brendan Conway
Fund manager David Tepper's Appaloosa Management just made its quarterly portfolio disclosure. Here are some notable changes versus the prior period.
The manager who made waves on CNBC yesterday by saying he is "definitely bullish" appears to have done his share of selling during the first quarter.
The company's stake in Apple (AAPL) fell to 540,000 shares as of March 31, from more than 912,000 at the end of 2012. Holdings in JPMorgan Chase (JPM) stood at 1 million shares, versus 2.3 million three months prior. The American International Group (AIG) stake fell to 4.3 million, from more than 6 million. A 2.4 million-share slug of Oracle (ORCL) was eliminated entirely.
New positions as of March 31 include Check Point Software (CHKP), Prudential Financial (PRU) and Hess (HES).
But here's what may be the biggest news from the filing: Appaloosa's total stock-market exposure, at least as disclosed on this 13F filing, didn't change much. The company's stock holdings at Dec. 31 were valued at $4.6 billion. At March 31, it was a little more than $4.7 billion.
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The Real Meaning of Christmas
A Christmas Poem by Joseph P. Martino
Two thousand years ago the King of Kings was born.
'The Lamb of God' later made to feel the thorn,
If his words are accepted and not scorned,
They will make us all reborn.
Though God's grace, Joseph and Mary presented
A gift to the world that day, which we can all repay,
by living the ten commandments each and every day.
Try to remember and keep in your heart and mind
Jesus's gospel while here on Earth,
Redemption not a life lived in constant mirth.
Peace on Earth, good will toward man
Everyone should try it, whenever they can.
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Walking through rows and rows of trees
Looking for my perfect Christmas tree
Large trees, small trees, seas and seas of trees
I am looking for a nice plump tree
Trees with needles to hard or needles to soft
Hanging an ornament on needles to soft
Will cause the precious ornament to fall off
So I have to bypass a tree with needles to soft
It is a displeasure to search in this warm weather
It is only a pleasure when the tree is better
The needles must have a perfect fit
We have many lights and ornaments to hang on it
Some say I am too picky
Finding the right tree can be so tricky
I look for size and shape
THere can not be holes to gape
After finding a perfect tree for me
I love the trimming of my tree
Lights, ornaments and candy decorate my tree
THis is the beauty of Christmas to me
I love the heavy smell of pine in the air
THe holidays are my time of year
It can be a beautiful sight
When viewing it in the dark of night
Christmas bells are ringing
A chorus of Angels are singing
THe little chrildren are dreaming
While sipping chocolate and singing
The brilliant lights of Christmas
Mistletoe sealing the season with a kiss
Santa Claus is checking his list
Searching for the perfect gift
Everyone is singing Christmas caroles
Silent Night, Deck the Halls, Hark the Herald Angels
Around a tall brightly lit Christmas tree
Sipping a hot steamy cup of Christmas tea
CHristmas candles are lit with care
The heavy scent of pine fills the air
Each ornament is hung with special care
Oh how the smell of the holidays fill the air
THe goodies are in the making
All the cookies are in the oven baking
THe chocolates we are all making
THe cakes are baked and waiting for the icing
The smell of the house is so enticing
To the weary guest it is so inviting
There is just something about the Christmas lighting
It is always so enticing and always so inviting
The holidays are here again this time of year
Let's fill the house with all our Christmas cheer
It is everyone's favorite time of year
Come on everyone let us spread the CHristmas cheer
THis is my Christmas list
I would love to have a great big kiss
A loving poem to whet my lips
Some shiny gloss to coat my lips
THis is my CHristmas wish
I would love to feel those fingertips
As they dab perfume upon my wrist
Followed by a delicate kiss upon my wrist
THis is my CHristmas list for you
All I want this year is to spend it with you
TO wake up next to you
Feeling your love the whole year through
If it is a present I must recieve
I would a framed picture of you and me
If that is not what you want to see
Then my love buy a book of erotic poetry
This is my CHristmas list for thee
A lisa Frank coloring book would fill me with glee
Or perhaps a cuddly Teddy Bear to remind me of thee
Anything that you shall get will mean the world to me
This is my Christmas list as you can see
If I were to recieve that brand new CD
I would wish for you to dance with me
I love to hear you sing to me
For as you can see
You are the best gift you can give to me
FOr it is my love for you that is meant to be
You are the perfect CHristmas gift for me
Did you write all of these? They're beautiful...
Bob, Forum Moderator
yes I did! I love the holidays and writing about them was so simple. thanks for letting me share them.
I have a book called "Christmas Memory Lane" and it has some beautiful poems and stories in it.
It was put out by ideals publication in 1963. If you ever see this book in a store or online you won't be sorry if your purchase it. The cover is beautiful with a horse and sleigh, snow, church with lights on and a big lamp post.
I would love to post a few poems from this book but I question whether it's legal to post them online and I would not want to cause trouble.
I don't think you would get in trouble as long as you post the authors info and You aren't gaining anything from putting them online.