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Friday, April 14, 2017
Birthday Celebrations
So, what about you? How do you celebrate your birthday? Share your ideas.
107 comments:
- AnonymousNovember 3, 2007 at 5:45 PM
hi,this is houcienReplyDelete
first i dont celebrate ma birthday, and i think that most moroccans dont. i dont celebrate ma birthday because of cultural and religeous stuff. to be honest, celebrating birthdays is a nice and important thing to keep in mind. so am sorry not to give further ideas concerning how we celebrate birthdays in morocco. thanksReplies
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Your question is an actual topic for me, because my birthday was yesterday. In Hungary we eat cake, give some little gifts to the celebrated and play something like Activity when we celebrate birthday. Yesterday I made boiled wine. It contained red and white wine, fruit juice or fruit tea, sugar, cinnamon, clove, lemon-peel and lemon. This drink is very good for celebrating Christmas, too.ReplyDelete
Bea (24), Hungary
- AnonymousNovember 4, 2007 at 6:36 PM
Our family've celebrated our birthdays each other since I was a kid. I give a present and we have a cake with candles and sing "Happy birthday". My kid's birthday was last month and I gave a party at the park. I prepared lunch and a cake and he invited many friends and they played at the playground and enjoyed some games. It was hard to light the candles outside, but no matter how they were excited and screamed, it was absolutely fine outside. His friends brought presents for him and we gave small presents to them, too. We had a blast!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousNovember 4, 2007 at 9:05 PM
My birthday was the sartuday last week. Maybe said that this day is special day to me. IN this day, I invited some intimate friends to attend my birthday celebration. I just want every body met together and share the happiness with me.ReplyDelete
well,I like to receive lovely gifts in this day from everyone.
this is the first time I've celebrated my birthday. I think that sometime, we need to be happy together in some special occations.
My culture has no relation with whether you celebrate your birthday. So, if having good condition, have money, have time... should to have a small party. Just be happy.
- AnonymousNovember 9, 2007 at 1:51 AM
In my country most people always celebrate their birthday with a small party and big cake which will been put on each other face after blasting. They invite only their close friends who come with their own present. They always have fun by KaraOK and dance together. Yes, there is a fun party.But for my birthday I don't have any party anymore. But I often go to the temple to make a merit, that's all.ReplyDelete
Ann, Thailand
- AnonymousNovember 13, 2007 at 12:46 AM
Celebating birthday is very specicial in my country, Vietnam, The young often celebrate their birthday by drinking a lot of something as beer or wine. They drink until they can not, then they start singging and dancing. They looked very fun at that moment but perhaps it was the time they felt very happy.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousNovember 19, 2007 at 9:51 AM
In my opinion, the birthday celebration is the special day through it you could think your self that you are so important and everyone love you. You should improve your self to live better not only for you but also for your family and your friends who love you, I think. I'm from Vietnam, but I don't think almost Vietnamese just drink a lots in their birthday and it wasn't the only time they felt very happy, they also do something else, for example have a traditional meal with their families and stuff like that instead of getting drunk.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousDecember 18, 2007 at 2:29 PM
just enjoy¡¡¡ReplyDelete
- AnonymousDecember 22, 2007 at 11:18 PM
The 365 day of one year was special day.So I dont mind the birthday.How did i celebrate me birthday.I will rent a lot DVD and buy some beer and lie the bed to enjoy the time.They always dont care about the birthday in Asian area.I come from Taiwan.I beg your pardon if the grammer is so bad.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 9, 2008 at 2:58 PM
I celebrated my 25th birthday in my mother´s house, my boyfriend gave me a pinata.In Venezuela, we usually have a pinata, which is a large box with different shapes, in my case it was Garfield, and this box has inside candies, toys and confetti,and the people in the party take turns to break the pinata up.When it is finally broken, everyone pick up the toys and candies in a bag to take away. After, we sang the happy birthday and I also made my wish!ReplyDelete
La Beba in Venezuela.
- AnonymousFebruary 16, 2008 at 4:44 PM
WELL, IN MY COUNTRY MOST OF THE PEOPLE CELEBRATE THEIR BIRTHDAY HAVING A LITTLE PARTY AT HOME OR GOING OUT DINNER. iT'S REALLY IMPORTANT TO GIVE A GIFT TO THE PERSON OR AT LEAST A CARD AND OBVIOUSLY A BIRTHDAY CAKE WITH ALL THE CANDLES SHOWING HIS/HER AGE TO BE BLOWN. THE MEETING GATHERS PEOPLE LIKE CLOSED RELATIVES AND FRIENDS.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 25, 2008 at 10:19 AM
in my country the people celebrated her birthday with a party with her friends and her families.if her party is in the lunch the people can eat cebiche our another tipic dishes of peru and if her celbration is in the night her can eat more sofistic dishesReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 29, 2008 at 12:12 PM
Hi,this is banbina.ReplyDelete
My boyfriend's birthday is 22 March.So,I plan to go to Tokyo-Disneyland.We'll have a fun time.
Last summer,He celebrated my birthday in Dubai.I'll never forget wonderful time!!
- AnonymousMarch 1, 2008 at 6:57 PM
Birthdays are indeed special days in our culture. Family and friends usually get together to celebrate them. We usually throw a surprise party or go somewhere to celebrate someone's birthday such as a resturant or a dance club.When it's celebrated at home, we generally buy a cake and some finger food. Others would prefer to have a barbecue, and it usualy lasts a whole day.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousMarch 24, 2008 at 4:46 AM
My birthday is on May 31. On this special day, I usually go out with my friends to coffee shops or to sing karaok. I receive many lovely gifts from them and my relatives. Although we're Vietnamese, we're fond of singing the song named "Happy birthday to you". We often do this before blowing candles and in the end of the party.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousApril 18, 2008 at 9:26 AM
I often celebrate with my friends. We often go out to eat and then we go to karaoke to sing together and take photographs.ReplyDelete
They give me the presents that I like and say happy birthday to me. (They ask me first, or do something like that to know about favourite thing)
Birthday is the best time in everybody'slife.
Birthday is a special day with me, b/c there is only once in a years; in this day i want to think about everything that i did in a last year, and make a plan for this year. And i want to share my feeling with my friends, family,... Yes! Make a wish when turn off candles... That is so great!ReplyDelete
In Taiwan, people in my parents age are used to celebrate their lunar birthday because most people relied on lunar calendar 50 years ago. Because the life was difficult and poor, my parents were satisfied with noodles and an egg on birthday. Nowadays, people emphasize thier birthday more and more and they usually celebrate solar birthday instead of the lunar one. For instance, my family folks usually get together to have a birthday cake and sing birthday song to the star.We don't have the custom of giving presents or playing games in my family. I think that the chance to see every healthy family member is the best gift in the world to me.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJune 6, 2008 at 4:39 PM
In my country children celebrate their birthdays with friends and their family in the afternoon. They eating cakes and drinking coffee or cacao and then they plays different games.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJune 15, 2008 at 7:17 PM
In my country we celebrate our birthday with friends and relatives in a meeting or in a party. Friendship and love are very important at this day,it's more important than gifts.ReplyDelete
V@L, South America
- AnonymousJune 19, 2008 at 1:05 PM
Here in Brazil, we have a lot of different forms to celebrate our birthdays. My favourite birthday I went with my girlfriend to a beautiful place of Rio de Janeiro called "Jardim Botânico". It's a great natural park where a lot of species of plants and vegetal are preserved.ReplyDelete
I often celebrate anually my birthday. In my birthday, my parents and my friends congratulate me a lot. They send me the best wishes and give me many presents. We eat cake, candy,and have soft drinks. Blowing candles and wishing are important part of birthday party in my country. I think birthday is a special occasion for everyone shares their emotion together.ReplyDelete
Becky, Vietnam
- AnonymousJuly 31, 2008 at 11:39 AM
I still remember my unforgetable birthay when I was 20 years old.It's a great occasion because as you know 20 is a very beautiful age. I was received many congratulations from my friends, my parents,my related persons...I was very happy. And I secretly thank for God because God gave me the best things.They're my parents,my friends,...who love me very much.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousAugust 4, 2008 at 1:17 PM
hi , everybody .ReplyDelete
I think , birthday is special day with everybody . because it is one wonderful of life .
i still remember my twenty year old birthday. On that day, everybody gave me many wishes, flowers and handmade gifts. I like things which is made by hand, because when i look at it, i feel the love that person who made it for me.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousAugust 31, 2008 at 1:14 PM
hello everybody, from ColombiaReplyDelete
i think, day of BirthDay is a special and beatyfull time for remember God give us the life y he demands us we must protect it and conserv it. one's own and another´s.
think it.
- AnonymousSeptember 1, 2008 at 12:03 PM
hi everybadyReplyDelete
I am from Turkey. we have birtdays.
It is cool. There a lot of presedents. We say thaks god for everything everytime.
- AnonymousSeptember 6, 2008 at 12:08 PM
Here in Mexico we make really big birthday parties usually everything starts in the morning, your family or friends sing "las mañanitas" to you(it's a traditional birthday song), and once the song is over they hug you and you receive your first presents, later they make something for dinner the most traditional dish prepared is "pozole"(a broth made of corn and chicken or pork meat with some chili) or mole(it's a sauce of different spice some chocolate and you put on chicken with some rice)then after eating they bring a big cake with candles they sing again "las mañanitas" and then they cheer you to bite the cake but when you're about to do it they push you and you get your face full of cake and cream (muahahaha) later we drink tequila or beer and we sing and dance all night longReplyDelete
- AnonymousSeptember 14, 2008 at 6:17 AM
My favorite birthday was last year because there were many new freinds who met in university and came to celebrate my birthday. I think sharing hapiness with many friends is the coolest thing in the world. We had delicious cake and dinner. And we went to a singing room. I can remember that I was so exhausted until next day.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousOctober 3, 2008 at 12:42 AM
It's wonderful if we have birthday party every year. In my birthday, I often go out with my close friend who always remember my birthday. there aren't candles, flower or ice cream cake in my birthday but it 's the best time in my life.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousOctober 18, 2008 at 10:25 AM
hi thereReplyDelete
My family tries every year to celebrate my birthday.I believe that anything that they give me is the best and useful thing for me.I reminded my seventeenth birthday.I drink my favorite drink,and I ate my favorite food,I ate an ice-cream cake and pineapple.after all my parents gave me a really good gift,they gave me a watch.I dont forget that night at all.
- AnonymousOctober 19, 2008 at 3:45 PM
safa: Fifteenth years birthday was My favorite. I invited My friends, causins, aunts uncles and My grandfather and grandmother. we had music and a big cake and different fastfoods. It was My spiritual birthday so it was special for Me.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousOctober 21, 2008 at 4:02 PM
Hello everybody!ReplyDelete
Sometimes I have celebrated my birthday, this year, next November 3rd. I would like to go the beach and take a rest, listen to the waves and drink and eat a coconut.
Thanks. Jalisco, México.
- AnonymousNovember 3, 2008 at 5:58 AM
in my opinion, bithday is the best day of my canlnder.in that day i will celebrate with my famliy and my best friends. when i got the first salary, i have took my famliy to have a good dinner to celebrate it.next month i will take my birthday for 2008, i know the year would be taugh for me, but i hope my dream will become ture at that day.thnks a lotReplyDelete
- AnonymousNovember 14, 2008 at 9:43 PM
In my country, young people often celebrate their birthday with their friends at karaoke where they can make a joyful atmosphere. Moreover, they can request the "Happy Birthday" song and sing it together there. With my birthday approaching, I won't go to karaoke to celebrate because of my old age.ReplyDelete
My grandmoter always cooks something for the lunch, we have a lunch together and have a really good time.ReplyDelete
In my birthday, my mom makes the best cake and my dad buys a delicious ice cream.ReplyDelete
My little friends give me gifts finally I go to church to give thanks to God.
- AnonymousNovember 18, 2008 at 8:50 AM
When I Turned 4 My Mom Made A Costume Party Because My Birthday Is In October, Shes Dressep Me Up Like A Clown And All The Stuff At The Party Like Tables, Chairs, Balloons And All Those Things Were Of Halloween Style, My Mom Was Dressep Up Of Witch And I Remember Her Skirt Had A Little Ghost Sewed To It....It Was A Great Day...The Cake Had A Little Tree With Pumpkins On It...And All My Cousins And Friends Came To Me Party With Costumes Too...It Was Awesome For A Child..ReplyDelete
when i turned 5 years my family made a special party with clowns, A lot candy and ice creams and the most special was "LA PIÑATA" 'cause was the first time in my parties that i had it. i remember the PIÑATA had the form of the "red Power ranger". this was a great party.ReplyDelete
Hello these are Miguel,sara and oscar...in our country we celebrate our birthday in this way:ReplyDelete
our parents buy cake and ice cream, they sing "LAS MAÑANITAS" to us, when blow the candles we wish for money,love and health,we dance until midnight and finally we break an egg on the birthday person´s head.
in my family we don`t celebrate birthdays, and sometimes i feel very bad, because i like to celebrate that day.this year to my surprise my boyfriend threw a surprise party for me,it was my first birthday celebration, and I felt very happy, I love my boyfriend for that, he made me very happy.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousNovember 18, 2008 at 8:59 AM
In my family we always celebrate birthday the celbrations are simple but very special and I like so celebrate birthday because we give some gifts and eat together cake and we sing happy birthay songReplyDelete
In my family we don't celebrate birthdays, but I think that it would be funny.ReplyDelete
hello, I think that the happy birthday is very important and is the moment for give your special congratulation and your love to the person that is to celebrate.ReplyDelete
In my family we celebrate the birthday with a cake and nothing else. We don't invite people because we're so introvert. First, we sing the typical song 'happy birthday to you...1,2,3,4, uhhh ehhh', after we have cake and soda; finally, each one continues their way.ReplyDelete
Note: Usually, we don't give gifts
- AnonymousNovember 18, 2008 at 3:42 PM
hi: i'm from colombia and this is how we celebtate birth days.ReplyDelete
well,my friends and i celebrate each other's b-days and sometimes we make parties, picnics, get aways and we buy cakes.
my family usally makes an especiall dinner for the birth day girl or boy.
and about the gift, i dont really care if i get something or not, maybe to others that meant a lot but fot me is o.k, because i'm just happy to be one more year alive
around the peaple that i love.
I don't like my birthday now, 'cause I feel a little bit sad, maybe is 'cause nobody remember it, my family know the month but not the day, so anyday in the month they give me money, and I buy something for me, but that way is not special. otherwise, when I was a kid it was so different because every birthday it was a special date for spend with my family. we used to do many things, eat cake, take pictures, walkaround, and it was really exciting to open presents.ReplyDelete
In Colombia we celebrate birthdays with cake and soda among family and friends. In my family we cook some food in the company of good friends. The kind of food depends on the preferences of the birthday person. We lisen to music and some times we dance all nigth.ReplyDelete
in my family, we used to celebrate our b-days, eating pizza in some good restaurant... but now, my mom makes us a delicious lassagna and she invites our closest friends... after that,at night, we go to some nice place to dance and drink something... but also, it's a wonderful day to stay be youy family.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousNovember 18, 2008 at 3:47 PM
hi. i´m Alejandra. In my family, we are used to celebrating birthdays, making a special party, it is very private, so usually there´s no friends. The funny part, is that it´s supposed to be a surprise, it happens every year, and the person acts like if he doesn't know anything but he really does. Wine, coke and cake is always there.ReplyDelete
In my dad´s family it´s a rule having a cake and a special luch for birthdays,get together and share at least the food. Anyway birthdays are not a really big deal in my mom´s family, maybe for those that live in the same house but for the rest is just a call if ur luky and they remember.ReplyDelete
So for my self I´ve learn that it´s more fun been alive if u make of that stupid dates a special day and try to demostrait that u care about someone else than u. When u feel that ur important for the others around, family, friends or neigthbors, suddenly the world becames more fun and comfortable and u want to stick aroun a lit more.We´re naturally social beens,why don´t make of that a nice thing?
- AnonymousNovember 18, 2008 at 3:50 PM
Hi i'm Lizzi from colombia...ReplyDelete
Birthdays are really important in my family,i think it's a tradition and we celebrate it with special food, cake and wine, people gather around the cake and we sing the happy birthday song. We all think that we must keep in mind these special days.
Hi, in Colombia birthdays are very important in my family, when i was a child my parents threw a party for my brother and me, because both of us celebrated our birthdays almost the same day, and we enjoyed together with my family and our friends. Now, it's only my family (My parents, my brother and me) and the same that in the party we give us differents presents and eating cake with soda. Sometimes with my friends we go out to have a party in differents discotecs.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousNovember 18, 2008 at 3:52 PM
in my famili is costum to celebrate the birthday, generally we meet all family at home of a aunt and we prepare a especial aet, cakes, and some of liquor or wine. But in my birthday i dont do any party; though i remember a birthday When was turninig to 18, some job friends organized a party for me it was my best birthday and more remembered.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousDecember 13, 2008 at 6:17 PM
hi,this is aman singh my parent celebrate my birthday,they bring cake & samosa (INDIAN DISH) on my birthday.I invite my friend also.I get very excited on my birthday.I cut a cake and everybody sing happy birthday song,then we eat the cake.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousDecember 31, 2008 at 3:27 AM
hello my name is ghada,am from sudanReplyDelete
in our family we always celebrated with each other birthdays,its an original celebtate started by docrated the place with ballon and a colourd paper and put cake in middle of the room and also but a soft drinks beside it and then they will called me and try to make a suprised by turn the light and then start sing happy birthday after that every one gave me a present and start eat the cake and make a chat with each other . that it.
- AnonymousJanuary 18, 2009 at 12:28 PM
Hello, my most stored birthday was celebration of majority, in my country it is 18... It was crazy evening and night! I had party at home invited a lot of friends, of course we drunk very much, after that we took shower together, don't think that i'am gay - it was just fun!))))ReplyDelete
- AnonymousMarch 16, 2009 at 2:46 AM
Birthday is the most meaningful day in a year for me. Because I not only have a good time with my family and intimate friends but also think about the meaning of life on my birthday. I thank the God for creating human beings; thank my parents for giving me life; thank all for giving me love! On my birthday, I think over what I have learned during the past year and what I should improve in the following year. To express my deep sense of gratitude to those who give love to me, I'd like to be a successful man and to try my best to help those in need of help physically and mentally.ReplyDelete
My wife and I celebrate my children every year for each person. At first we make a cake with my chirdren then decorate with sweet strawberry.ReplyDelete
Then we sing a birthday song, cut a cake and eat it. My children felt happy not only birthday party but also making a cake.
- AnonymousMarch 21, 2009 at 4:44 AM
birthday, the beginning of your life a new year,also the end of your life last year.it's a turning.ReplyDelete
as samsara. you end your last turn, enter the next turn.maybe your will recall these things which make your happy or sorrow.but you will dream more things about the following year.Make a wish today, and waiting for the answer of god.
- AnonymousApril 6, 2009 at 4:45 PM
In my country, Uruguay, we celebrate birthdays.ReplyDelete
All the family and friend come to the house party that most of the time is a rented play house so you do not get your house in a mess.
We make cake, sandwiches, hot dog, and so on, we talk a lot and have fun. My childreen invite theirs classmates and we can reach to 50 people more or less.
We enjoy happy birthdays parties.
- AnonymousApril 7, 2009 at 9:03 AM
Well in my family sometimes we celebrate sometimes we don't. It depends if we have money. If we have we simply cook pancit or sopas for everyone we eat together and that's it. We don't have cakes ice cream or any special dish.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousApril 29, 2009 at 11:04 AM
On birthday, we held a party. The parson doesn't held it for oneself, it's passive. It's usually small I think, only by friends or family. We make cakes and sing a birthdaysong for him or her. And we give presents him or her. It's special!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousMay 9, 2009 at 3:24 AM
I think a birthday is a nice day, it must be celebrated, but for me, if there is not my friend and my familly i don't celebrated it, because her presence is very imporant for me. we eat a cake and a receive a present, and we enjoy it all the affternoon!.
I like my birthday because it's the time that I and my parents
live together. I don't want anything on my birthday.My parents give their love to me that makes my heart fulfilled.I think birthday is important. It's the time that you should take care the important people beside you.
good pmReplyDelete
well i dont why in my family we have this tact that celebrating b-days is just for children!:D but i tried to convince them to celebrate my birthday last year when i was turning 17..n it was really coool.in iran people celebrate b-day and their favorite part is when they dance!:Din philippines people enjoy when they play stop dance-paper dance and also when they dance:Dwhat they usually serve is spagetti ,lazania and pizza .all n all its reallly fun!
rema say i celebrate the birthday party.my whole family come here .and enjoy the party and dance.gave a good wishes. i always remember my birthday.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJune 11, 2009 at 9:19 AM
My last birthday was very simple alone there were in my house my mom, my dad, my sister and my boyfriend.
My boyfriend I give myself a cake and my mom did me of eating pozole and a salad of apple and it was everything what we ate the day of my birthday.
- Steffanie, USAJune 23, 2009 at 3:47 PM
For my birthday, we always had a special dinner. I got to choose what would be eaten. Perhaps we ate out for lunch and then I usually picked to have lasagna for dinner. We would sit at our formal dining room table and have a nice sit down meal.ReplyDelete
Throughout the day I could open my presents. My mom would set them out a day or so in advance for me to drool over. I would get one or two in the morning (it is usually as school day), one or two when I get home and perhaps one after dinner. This really allowed me to enjoy each present and the fun could last throughout the day. Often, I got things like clothes, games, books, and art items. The presents were not really expensive but certainly what I wanted (except for the underwear!)
My family was not a big fan of cake, so we usually had some interesting non-cake dessert to serve. I remember one year I made a 9 layer torte. It was like eating a giant stack of chocolate and cream pancakes! Yummy!
- AnonymousSeptember 4, 2009 at 12:20 AM
I think the birthday is a special day, which I think about what I did the last year.At my birthday, I saw I grew, and I established some target, and I tried to achieve.My group friend often celebrate for me.They prepare a cake, a golden simple ring.We went to Karaoke and happy my birthday and not forget blowed out candles and made a wish.Then, we went out to eat something.Just simple like that.But, I'm very happy and thanks to my friends.ReplyDelete
Before I was a senior high school student, my family celebrate birthday of everyone,Parents,sisters,and brothers. We often eat a super big birthday cake and dillcious drink or eat egg and pork leg such food like that my mom prepared for the one. It's my best ever memories of my life. After I grow up, I have few time to celebrate birthday with my family.ReplyDelete
i am umer from PAKISTANReplyDelete
i have a lot of memories regarding wdh my birthday..
now a days usally my czns,uncles,ants,friends,class maid makes a call to me at 12at nght and give wonderfull comments to me..more over on the very next week end we will go outside for dinner wdh czns and family..
but i remamber tht whn i was a child my uncles were came to my home on every of my birth day wdh a large cake and i dacorated the whole room with colorfull banties..
we all enjoyed a lot,we were capturing snaps,eating diffrent foods and many more..
i cant forget the reward of 200rps which was given to me by my ant on every of my birthday,at tht time 200 was a very large amount for me :)
i am umer from PAKISTANReplyDelete
i have a lot of memories regarding wdh my birthday..
now a days usally my czns,uncles,ants,friends,class maid makes a call to me at 12at nght and give wonderfull comments to me..more over on the very next week end we will go outside for dinner wdh czns and family..
but i remamber tht whn i was a child my uncles were came to my home on every of my birth day wdh a large cake and i dacorated the whole room with colorfull banties..
we all enjoyed a lot,we were capturing snaps,eating diffrent foods and many more..
i cant forget the reward of 200rps which was given to me by my ant on every of my birthday,at tht time 200 was a very large amount for me :)
- AnonymousSeptember 28, 2009 at 2:16 AM
Hi,this is ehsan,i am 19 years old now.ReplyDelete
It was a unique birthday for me 2 years back,since it was eid the same day and we all were ready for slaughtering the cow.My father came to me and asked me to go on and perform this activity,so instead of traditional cake cutting i slaughtered that cow.That was really a good experience for me.
I celebrated my last birthday with my family as I always do.It was really fun at my place.My siblings bought a cake for me.They gave me some gifts.I cut my cake and then we had cake and then dinner.My cousins stayed at my place and we had alot of fun.ReplyDelete
In my country,Russia,people like to celebrate birthday.When I was small,birthday party was a family holiday.All relatives came to my place bringing their presents.There were many tasty things on the table.The traditional meal was cereal.It meant to be healthy and strong.My Mum always made a birthday cake.But when I was getting older I prefer to celebrate my birthday with my friends.We went to the park or to the cafe.ReplyDelete
When Russian people have anniversaries they celebrate them with the family again. There are always many relatives and colleagues at the party.
There are many possibilities for children to have an interesting birthday party.Cartoon heroes or clowns or the stuff like this come to congratulate them.The favourite part of any birthday party is getting presents.Traditional children menu is ice-cream,sweets,fruit,and of course,a big birthday cake.Children play different games.
- AnonymousOctober 16, 2009 at 12:05 AM
My birthday is coming soon. I have a little bit scare of it.I don't really know why. Sometimes I don't celebrate my birthday,just like normal day.It sounds bad.But...yea.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousOctober 23, 2009 at 2:03 AM
In my birthday we eat a big birthday cake. In my birthday came my friends, grandparents, cousin, aunts and uncles... Kiss (K)ReplyDelete
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reni's Birthday was on Oktober 20, 2009. it was unforgetable for me and Reni because Reni was entering to pond in Cigalontang, Tasikmalaya by KKN's Crew. hahaha, he was very wet and dirty. she's smelt was not good. KKN's crew,...I really miss U all...ReplyDelete
I don't usually celerbrate my birthday, but my students celerbate my birthday for me every year. They always give me a big superise. For example, it happened in my birthday last year. When I entered into their classroom, all of them crowded at the coner of the classroom and kept silence. As soon as I tried to understand what they did, they suddenly sung Happy Birtday and showed me a birthday cake. They made me very touched. Even now, I don't how they know my birthday.ReplyDelete
I like to eat cakes and celebrate my friend's birthday. But I don't like to celebrate my birthday. My family or friends may feel troublesome to pick out birthday presents for me. Preparing birthday celebration or party is also time-consuming. When someone says "Happy Birthday" to me, it means I become older and older.ReplyDelete
- LilianaMay 9, 2010 at 8:00 PM
Normally I celebrate my birthday many times. I celebrate it with my family, friends, coworkers, and boyfriend in different days. Always they invite me to go out for dinner and eat something that I like the most, then they sing happy birthday, we eat the cake and finally they give me some presents. It's wonderful!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJune 2, 2010 at 11:41 PM
Hello!I'm Anna.ReplyDelete
as for my family we have no any specific or unussual traditional activity or meals. But every year we celebrate this kind of events in diferant ways - we go out (cafe, restaurants), go to barbecu and have fun in nature, make holiday at home. as for me, I prefer good company - and its themost important for me, with good friends we can joke, smile, laugh at each other and have really good time. of course food is important too, ussually we make chicken with potatoes, but sometimes we try something another, cacke with candles is ussual things on our table too!Its so exciting - make a wish and blow out the candles!=)
as for activities, I like dancing, playing differant funny games, communication and maybe singing caraoke...so - my every birthday is great!
from Russia.
I am Ivan, I like celebrating a birthday, because can eat the cake and take possession birthday present,My elder sister will also write the birthday card fore me and have Many friends will give me the gift,So I like celebrating a birthday.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousSeptember 10, 2010 at 7:58 AM
my most exciting birthday was in last May. that day, i was given 18 celebarations from my friend.i was given a lovely present- a red micky clock.everyone in my class sang happy birthday to me.despite without candles,without cake or flower, i felt very happy.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousOctober 20, 2010 at 11:11 PM
Icelebrate my birthday with my family and friend.My mother make a nice cake for me , and my friends bring agifts for me too, so Ithink it is a speacial day for me .ReplyDelete
Every yaer a celebrate my birthday with my family and frinends in my house. I receive every peeople and make many things for to eat. Last year was different, because i wag traveling, eorking in BH. I live in Rio. I celebrate my birthday with a one friend only. Her name is Flavia. She give me a dinner in a good restaurant. I liked so much.ReplyDelete
I seldom celebrate my birthday, even forget my birthday. Because I am a office lady and a mother of 2 kids, especially one is 9.I am busy all the time.ReplyDelete
The recent birthday I celebrated with my kids and my husband one year ago. The day my elder son bought a pretty high-price cake,then we sing a song, I make a wish,cut the cake and enjoy it.it should be a touched day. actually,
I was not happy because my elder son made some trouble at that time.
Now I hope amd believe every stuff bother me will go by the wind.
- AnonymousMarch 20, 2013 at 11:45 AM
Hello everyone I am DianaReplyDelete
I think that celebrate the birthday is very significant to someone can be with a little cake. this make to feel the person having a special day.
- AnonymousApril 6, 2013 at 9:59 AM
in my family celebrate our birthdays eating cake,and drinking spumante,eating our tipical food casoncelli,drinking hot wine vin brule' especially in winter.ReplyDelete
- Claudia NMarch 18, 2014 at 11:13 AM
In my family the birthday is celebrate with favorite food of these person for the lunch and in the nigth the dinner is cake with wine, accompained of music and dance is very special for everybody because is other year of enjoy with lovely people.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousMarch 18, 2014 at 11:16 AM
I celebrate my BDay going to cinema, and i eat ice cream with my friends. My sister invite me to drink a beers and my mom cook me my favorite dinner. I go to shopping and i buy a lot clothes.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousMarch 18, 2014 at 11:18 AM
I celebrate my birth day with my family, my friends and my boyfriend.ReplyDelete
First we going to the mall to eat ice cream and after that my mom cook my favorite dinner and them we eat cake.
- AnonymousMarch 18, 2014 at 11:18 AM
in my family the birthday is celebrate with favorite food of these person for the lunch and in the night the dinner is cake with wine, accompained of music and dance is very special for everybody because is other year of enjoy with lovely people.ReplyDelete
When is your birthday?ReplyDelete
My birthday is on 1st Agosto
When is your birthday? My birthday is first of August
When is the next holiday in your country?
The next holiday in my country is on 21st March
When does school end?
In my country, school ends on 16th July
When does spring begin in your country?
Spring begins on 21st March
- krishna s.August 18, 2014 at 2:12 PM
In my opinion,I believe that a birthday is someting very special for every person, since we see to the whole family assembled to celebrate the days of life of a person.ReplyDelete
When I was 8 years old. My birthday is On 08 Mar. we 're together,my family, my friend. We eat cupcake.ReplyDelete
I am 40 years old and i did´t celebrate my birthday. why we have to celebrete when you past or arrive to anothe decade?? You have to do a party when you are happy and want to dance with yours friends.ReplyDelete
Hello, I am NathalyReplyDelete
When my family celebrate birthdays, We always eat cake and the birthday boy blows the candles
I think everyone has their way of celebrating this day
In Ecuador children even adult people celebrate their birthday with a piñata filled of candies for kids, or filled of other accessories for Adults depending of the thematic. This tradition is the same than Mexico.ReplyDelete
Well. i have just welcome my new age. I'm 21 years old. On my recent birthday, i didn't had any special things. I live far from my family so i can't meet them on that day. My best friend returned his university which is far away before my birthday. It's 10000km, another country. The 21th birthday liked a normal day. However i didn't upset, i thinked i was not a child to be excited with cake or ice-icream. By the way, Birthday is a wonderful day for everyone. No matter what I do, I also feel great all that day.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 8, 2018 at 10:52 AM
My favorite birthday was…. Well i don't remember an special birthday… may be my 15th birthday, there was a big party, with 300 guests, most of all were friends of my parents and family, my mother give me 100 invitations for my friends but my really best friends didn't go. It was nice but it was hard to realize that I was not very important to the people that I care the most. This tradition, I mean the big 15th birthday party is not that usual now like 17 years ago, girls now prefer go on a travel or get a car or something like that, I agree with this, is an unnecessary spend of money for people that you really don't care; but the gifts were very good, so I think that after all, I kind of enjoy the celebration.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 12, 2018 at 8:52 AM
my favorite birthday was at the Montenegro. I was with my family^ sons, mother and husbent. We just went for a walk in mountains by car. Then we went for a wild beach and were eating watermelon. I received my regular Iphone and bag for beach.ReplyDelete
Last year, my family decided to go to Da Nang as a gift for my birthday.I was very surprised by my family's kindness, as this is one of biggest attractions cities in Viet Nam. I spent 3 days in there and i am really enjoy it, i just hope i can revisit some day.ReplyDelete
I've never had a Favorite birthday,I have never had a favorite birthday, in my country we celebrate in different ways, we buy balloons, streamers, balloons with the age numbers that the person fulfills and we buy cake we make games, we talk and several things. everything depends on the taste of each person.ReplyDelete
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Yesterday I got a day off work and got to take a trip to the Wild Animal Park! I haven't been there in forever, like since I 5 or 6! It was even more awesome than I remember and I really liked seeing the animals in their 'natural' habitat.
Baby Elephants! The cutest thing ever. You can take a 'tram ride' through the 'Africa' area and see all the animals living together (without predators) and it's awesome to see them all just hanging out and relaxing in their home. The Wild Animal Park is also a place where they work really hard to breed animals to help release them back into the wild. It's a great place to visit.
There are also regular exhibits that you can walk by too. Luckily enough it was nap time at the Lion Camp and they were sleeping RIGHT NEXT to the glass! Those are some big cats!
Lastly, I checked out the Lorikeet Landing! I am scared of birds but I really wanted to feed them. You get a little cup of nectar for $3.00 and after you enter their habitat, they land on you and are crazy about what you are about to feed them! They are trained to look for those cups, I swear! So I finally did it!
Then I had three on me… and freaked out! I was scared they were going to start pecking me for more nectar! They were flocking to me and it was hilarious and funny but they left me alone once the nectar was gone. Thankfully.
Overall it was a great day off and I'm glad I got to go. It was a nice break. Today I'm working the Kid's Fishing Rodeo for work and then this weekend I have an 18-20 miler on my plate. Getting ready for Camarillo and after last weekend and feeling alright I'm excited to see how this longer run goes.


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Last month we heard that Sony Pictures had offered Kate Beckinsale the role of Lori opposite Colin Farrell in their Total Recall remake. With her husband, Len Wiseman, directing the project and given that they previously collaborated on the Underworld movies, it wasn't really much of a surprise. However, sources have now told us that she's officially signed on and Jessica Biel is going to play the other female lead (Melina). In addition to the casting news, we've been told filming starts Monday in Toronto.
For those playing catch up on the remake, Colin Farrell is set to star, Ethan Hawke has a cameo, and Bryan Cranston is poised to play the villain. The remake will apparently be closer to Phillip K. Dick's source material than the 1990 Arnold Schwarzenegger flick. Farrell plays a factory worker who begins to believe he's a spy for either the nation stat Euromerica or New Shanghai, but he doesn't know which. Hit the jump for a recap of what we know about the film so far.
[Update: Heat Vision reports that Bill Nighy has joined the cast as the enigmatic Quatto, the leader of the resistance.]
Wiseman's adaptation will definitely be different than the previous incarnation, as it also forgoes the trip to Mars that plays a major role in the 1990 film. Cranston plays Vilos Cohaagen, the leader of Euromerica who, under the cover of protecting his people, is secretly readying an invasion of New Shanghai.
When I spoke to producer Neal Moritz earlier this year, he talked about the world they're creating for the remake:
"I think the world that Len Wiseman is creating is incredible. It's a real world, a real future world, where the cities have just gotten so overcrowded that the cities are just built up, up, up, up. It's just everything I see on the movie, every pre-vis I see on the movie, every conceptual drawing on this movie that I see just makes me more and more excited. We're playing it like a real world, but there's all these technological advancements to the real world, and it's just really cool. It's an awesome movie. I'm dying—as a fan of movies, more than anything, it's a movie that I'm just dying to see."
While I was a bit nervous about the remake as the original is one of my favorite Schwarzenegger movies, with the cast they've assembled, I'm starting to get excited.
Total Recall is scheduled for released on August 3rd, 2012. Click here for everything we've posted on the remake.


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Last night Orgullosa hosted a Mujeres Con La Falda Bien Puesta runway show with skirts designed by Dominicana Cenia Paredes. Adrienne Bailon emceed and we caught up with celeb guest Christina Milian who chatted with us about the five things she's most excited for this Spring.
"Colors, colors, and more colors!"
"Dresses of every kind, there are so many cute options."
"Flowing skirts and maxi dresses, materials that can really breathe and look great."
"Less makeup, looking forward to body bronzer like Scott Barnes's. Nars has a great one too!"
"Workouts outside. I can go hiking and for walks the warm weather makes it so much easier and fun."
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text: Society-Funded Researchers Find Evidence of a Possible Biological Basis for Some Forms of Depression in People with MS, Suggesting Potential Preventive Measures July 14, 2010 A team funded by the National MS Society found evidence that depression is linked to brain volume loss in specific subregions of an area of the brain called the "hippocampus," which is known to be important in memory. Tissue loss in this area was linked as well with abnormal secretion patterns of the stress-related hormone cortisol. The results warrant further study to determine any cause-effect relationship, but are an important clue to a symptom that can interfere greatly with the quality of life of people with MS. The results also hint that this shrinkage may be reversible with effective treatment of depression in MS. Stefan M. Gold, PhD, Nancy Sicotte, MD (University of California, Los Angeles) and colleagues report their findings in Biological Psychiatry(Corrected proof, available online June 19, 2010. Dr. Sicotte is funded with a research grant from the Society and Dr. Gold was completing a postdoctoral fellowship during the study, which was also funded by the NIH and other sources. Background: Depression is common during the course of multiple sclerosis. In fact, studies have suggested that clinical depression, the severest form of depression, is more frequent among people with MS than it is in the general population or in persons with other chronic, disabling conditions. In previous studies of people with MS, Dr. Sicotte and colleagues found evidence of tissue loss (also known as atrophy) in the hippocampus, a region deep in the brain known to be important in memory processes. (Brain 2008;131:1134-41). Her team continues to study this area of the brain using high-resolution MRI (magnetic resonance imaging). In this study, they looked for a correlation between brain atrophy in the hippocampus and MS-related depression. The Study: The team used high-resolution MRI to examine the four subregions of the hippocampus in 29 people with relapsing-remitting MS, and 20 controls without MS. Levels of cortisol, a hormone released in response to stress, were obtained three times daily over two consecutive days. Participants also completed the Beck Depression Inventory, a questionnaire used to assess depression. The results show that overall, people with MS had smaller tissue volume in the hippocampus than people without MS, particularly in two subregions, but their cortisol levels were not significantly higher. People with MS who were considered to have depression, based on their Beck Depression Inventory scores, had smaller tissue volumes in a third subregion as well, and higher levels of nighttime cortisol than people with MS who were not depressed and also compared to people with MS whose depression was considered to be well controlled with antidepressants. Comment: This study presents an important clue to the source of some of the depression experienced by people with MS. The authors note that further studies are necessary to determine any cause-effect relationship between cortisol levels and brain tissue volume loss, which are commonly found together in people with severe depression who do not have MS. If the UCLA team's findings are confirmed, it may lead to future therapies that specifically target this cause of depression in people with MS. Several potentially "neuroprotective" therapies are being tested in people with MS which could also be effective in preventing depression in MS. Importantly, depression may also be "reactive"—the result of difficult life situations or stresses. In addition, people with MS are also subject to the same forms of depression that affect the general population. Read more about depression in MS and how to cope with this symptom – regardless of its source – to minimize its interference in daily life.


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The real problem with talking about politics in the office is that I'm right and you're wrong and I hate you.
Just kidding. (I'm not kidding.)
As we enter the meat of the 2012 presidential campaign and our eyes and ears are bombarded with negativity, many are wondering about political chatter in the workplace and whether it's ever a good idea.
The historical answer is, "No." But it's also not a good idea to eat a hamburger served between two grilled-cheese sandwiches, and that never stopped us.
People are undoubtedly going to get into political discussions or disputes at work. The political climate in this country is far too hot to prevent it, so the best thing you can do as a boss or worker is be prepared and use a little common sense.
I spoke first with Daniel Prywes, a partner at the Washington, D.C., law firm Bryan Cave LLP.
"Employers don't want their employees getting into enraged disputes over politics," he said. "Political discussion can stir friction and acrimony and lower productivity. A self-interested employer will likely want to limit that kind of activity."
But the laws protecting employee speech in the workplace vary from state to state and tend to not be overly explicit.
"An employer certainly has the right to limit employee use of company resources, email systems, bulletin boards, telephone — certainly company letterhead," Prywes said. "Employers also aren't expected to pay employees for politicking, only for working. So if an employee is engaging in political activity on the clock, that could be grounds for proper discipline."
Another issue is workers wearing campaign buttons or decorating cubicles or offices with political signs. Prywes said policies on that need to take into consideration how much a worker is exposed to clients or customers. Most companies don't want to have their brand equated with a particular party or ideology, so managers would have a right to restrict the display of political material if it could harm the company's reputation.
But when it comes to chatty co-workers, it's impossible to wholly prevent political discussions.
So, whether you're a boss or an employee, you need to learn to enter and exit these conversations skillfully.
Peggy Klaus, an executive coach and humble author of "Brag! The Art of Tooting Your Own Horn Without Blowing It," follows a few simple steps when someone starts talking politics.
First, don't be afraid to use a little humor. When Klaus, who hails from Berkeley, Calif., is talking to a hardcore Republican she says, "Look, I come from the land of fruits and nuts, I can't go back there if they find out I've been hanging out with a Republican!"
The second step, she said, is to know what political topics make you particularly angry. Have at the ready a "spectrum of responses" that are appropriate — that way you can react in a respectful way when the hot-button issues come up.
"I like to have ways of saying, 'I love you even though you're so diametrically opposed to me,' " Klaus said. "Otherwise I might jump on their back and start pounding."
Her next step is to ask questions. "Tell me more about why you think that?"
"First off, you might learn something different," she said. "And you're training yourself to be compassionate and inquiring and to not sound accusatory."
Finally, don't take anything too personally. Just because someone disagrees with you on a political topic doesn't mean that person's wrong. It just means that you think differently than they do.
The endless noise coming from right-wing and left-wing talking heads has forced us into a battle mentality. The concept of a reasonable conversation or a middle ground has been replaced by incessant yelling and intractable opinions.
Klaus' approach makes sense, and I think it's smart to establish your mindset before the political conversations that are bound to come, whether they happen at work or at the bar or wherever.
For a final thought on this, I turned to Roshini Rajkumar, a communication coach and author of "Communicate That!"
She said before getting into a political talk, have a reason for doing so.
"If you're going to enter into these kinds of conversations, even if it's around the watercooler, have some intent," Rajkumar said. "Maybe your intent is to educate someone about a view or a candidate he or she doesn't know, maybe your intent is to truly try convince someone. It should never be just to blow off steam or make casual conversation."
And when you talk, be authentic.
"If you want to share your opinion about a candidate or about a social issue, don't lie, don't put on a pretense of any kind," she said. "But know that not everyone shares your opinion."
And while it may not conform with our modern-day approach to politics — which is disagree, yell, then yell some more — try to show respect for your colleague's view of the world. After all, the politicians we elect couldn't find the middle ground if they had a map and a laser-guided middle ground-finder.
It's up to us to do better.
The real problem with talking about politics in the office is that I'm right and you're wrong and I hate you.


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PORTLAND, Maine (NEWS CENTER) -- A man dressed as a tree was arrested Monday afternoon for blocking traffic in downtown Portland.
At the intersection of Congress and High Streets, the man slowly crossed the streets and blocked traffic.
The spectacle gained a lot of attention from the public with many people taking videos and pictures.
Police identified the man as 30-year-old Asher Woodworth of Portland. He's been charged with obstructing a public way. Police say his motivation was to see how people would react to what he called his "performance" and how he might impact "people's natural choreography."
It's safe to say it worked.


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It is an ideal relaxation to be in the embrace of green fertile nature, along side with flowing river and fresh air.
Nature is our all time best friends. Only if we highly regard nature's significance, we will always be able to live with it forever after.
Proud Phu Fah is therefore on the same side with the nature conservation by stressing on its conceptual Hip & Green Resort
Escape from urban pollution and the bustle life to have a memorable relaxation at Proud Phu Fah where the fresh ozone and lush surroundings meet your privacy. Significantly, you just take really short distance from out location to explore many highlights of interesting tourist attractions for instance Elephant Camp, Orchid and Butterfly Farm, Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden, etc.
|Proud Phu Fah Hip & Green Resort locates at 1,150 meters above sea level on the charming mountain
of Mae Rim - Samoeng Road. It is a place where you could experience the all-year-round coolness with the greenish surroundings and stream flowing melodies.
Rooms here are divided into 2 zones which are the Villa Zone (stream view) and Phu Zone (mountain view).
The Villa Zone is a set of 9 unique style villas. Each villa is designed to have a high celling. The biggest villa comes with 2 bedrooms, ideal for 4 guests. All villas are locating on the side of the stream.
The Phu Zone is a three-storey building. There are only 3 rooms on each floor plus with one room in a basement. The outstanding feature is its white tone color in contrast with the nature inspired furniture. A balcony offers you to take panoramic mountain view. Among the rooms in this zone, you can choose whether you prefer a jacuzzi or private swimming pool. As the hotel sets in the prime location close to many tourist destination, you can also enjoy other activities which are worth to see around nearby such as the Mae Sa Elephant Camp, Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden, Mon Chaem Royal Project , Strawberry Farms and so on.
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Air conditioned rooms for the purpose of genuine stay with nature where you take a deep breath of fresh air and listen to the songs made by running river.
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Favored by guests who do not care for an air condition but a fresh cooling mountain breeze and sweet sounds of the current. All these go very well with the polished cement walls.
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The first villa set on the stream curve, this is the only villa that has two single beds. Simple and smart decor.
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A villa very close to stream where you can walk into it to touch the cooling tide.
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Designed to be cool throughout the day from shady trees and fern gardens surrounded the villa. Also there is a dock to sit and dip your feet in the stream.
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Dressed in white color tone, this room matches with English country style bed. You can also take a nap in a daybed at the balcony while listening to the sounds of river.
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A white attic that will alter your perspectives, giving you a chance to observe the view from the high angle and inspiring yourself.
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From the villa's balcony, you will see the curves of the river. The interior decor is basic yet stylish, giving an ease up feeling.
Mountain View, Phu Zone (3 pax) (Floor 2 No.1-3)(total room area 66 Sq.m.)
Room with mountain view and a terrace jacuzzi for you to unwind and appreciate the fertile forest surrounding the whole resort area.
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Tree Top, Phu Zone (3 pax) (Floor 3 No.1-3)(total room area 66 Sq.m.)
Set on the highest floor of the building, this room has provided the outdoor zone and a balcony giving a very homey mood. From here, you can see the scenery of far mountain from a top view. The special feature is the terrace jacuzzi that lets you to watch million stars in a romantic night with your special one.
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Pool Near Stream, Phu Zone (3 pax) (Floor 1 No.1-2)A private saltwater swimming pool sets side by side with natural stream where a alluring scent of Prunus Mume Flower will strike your nose. Air condition and heater are installed in a bedroom (2 in 1).
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This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom and 1 living room villa situates on a hill at fern garden. It will be wonderful to hang out with friends or having family party.
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local herbs from the highlands. Every dish contains really good
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long haired white guys,
Koresh to
AJ Miller---
these cult leaders all
"look like "jesus,"
according to many.
in fact,
all one has to do is
look like the pictures of
this fictional character,
in order to start his own
the desperate & empty will flock
to the fluffy haired scruffy faced,
and these are the idiots
driving around in cars
on the same highway as you &
these are the idiots who teach
at your children's schools,
until that one day
when they leave their
own lives completely,
to go & live in Siberia or Queensland
with their
imagine if the charlatans who first
painted images of the infamous fictional
created a fat, 80 year old, bald guy,
with horrible acne &
rotted teeth…
would the idiots still flock?
would the idiots still give up their lives to
worship at the next
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You can always spot the evangelical with a serious personality problem by noting his grooming practices--he's the one patterning his 'look' after Jesus.
I notice you have a picture of the Russian Jesus, He believes he is Jesus
Looked at a documentry on the Russian Jesus on the right
@Jorita. Yeah, Russian "jesus" is Vissarion, spinner of The Church of the Last Testament...the "jesus" on the left is AJ Miller...the "jesus" of Australia, spinner of Divine Truth---both are manufacturing their own special flavors of kool-aid.
@AngelaEvangelia. Yes, but toilet paper has a positive use---it cleans up shit, as opposed to the fictional character that only produces it.


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For six years, we asked our readers to name the best the state had to offer. We tallied your opinions and declared the winners in our annual "Best of Rural Missouri" competition. You informed your fellow Missourians where to find the best ribs, hamburgers and pies. You determined the best romantic getaways, the most beautiful town and the best AgriMissouri product, among other categories.
But there was one thing that bothered us about the Best of Rural Missouri. Often, worthy contenders got lost among the best-known restaurants, attractions and destinations, simply because they were located in remote parts of the state and few people knew about them.
Over the years, we have tried to compensate by naming an "Editor's Choice." This year we decided to do something different. Why not structure the contest so people could vote for the best in their own region? After all, most Missourians aren't going to travel clear across the state for a slice of pie. But they'd sure like to know who serves the best in their own area.
We asked for you to pick a region and tell us your favorite places and events close to home. You responded with an array of good eats and interesting locales that we might not have known about otherwise.
You did such a good job, we've decided to take a step back. There are no Editor's Choices this time. This is your contest. So here they are, your selections of the Best of Rural Missouri, by region:
Best Barbecue
Central: Chuck Wagon BBQ,
13685 Highway 7 West, Warsaw; 660-438-2503
The Chuck Wagon deserves its popularity. Everything we tried was outstanding. The ribs were tender and delicious. The burnt ends were out of this world!
Northeast: Piggy's BarBQ
327 S. Main St., O'Fallon
636-272-7444; www.piggysbarbq.com
Piggy's does barbecue the way it's meant to be — cooked slowly, at low temperature. Meals are served in brown paper sacks, the tradition of Kansas City's finest smokehouses. Cops in uniform eat for half price.
Northwest: Wabash BBQ
646 S. Kansas City Ave., Excelsior Springs; 816-630-7700;
A railroad theme, a blues garden and a full menu of smoked meats combine to make the Wabash BBQ a required stop when visiting Excelsior Springs. Wabash has recently opened a restaurant in Chillicothe, as well.
Southeast: Missouri Hicks Barbecue; 913 E. Washington St., Cuba; 573-885-6791
One of a handful of places where we've said, "best barbecue I've ever had." Missouri Hicks knows how to do it right. The brisket renewed our faith that somebody out there knows how to cook beef without producing shoe leather. "Leave your teeth at home," the owner tells customers.
Southwest: Richards Hawgwild BBQ
22 East Olive St., Aurora; 417-678- 4294; www.richardshawgwildbbq.com
A Memphis theme permeates the place, from smoked meats to sweet tea and Elvis memorabilia on the walls. Freshly made bread and excellent side dishes (try the beans). For a surprising treat, order the barbecue nachos.
Best Restaurant
Central: Charley's Buffet; 23785 Highway B, Lincoln; 660-668-3806
Diners can't get enough of the buffet with all the homemade sides and fixin's. The real draw, though, is
dessert. Charley's is open only Friday and Saturday evenings.
Northeast: The Pear Tree; 222 N. Macon St., Bevier; 660-773-6666;
Known statewide for its delicious steaks, batter-dipped lobster tail, enormous onion rings and homemade salad dressing, The Pear Tree attracts diners from far and wide.
Northwest: Toot-Toot Lounge; 2905 Miller St., Bethany; 660-425-6662
If there's one thing we've learned, it's that Rural Missouri's readers love a buffet. Patrons line up outside the Toot-Toot Lounge for the Friday and Saturday night smorgasbord.
Southeast: Lambert's Cafe; 2305 E. Malone, Sikeston; 573-471-4261;
Immortalized as the "Home of Throwed Rolls," regulars know Lambert's as the home of good, old-fashioned cooking and heaping portions. Whether you order fried chicken, liver and onions, ham and beans, chicken-fried steak or butterfly pork chops, you'll think you're at Grandma's house for Sunday dinner. If you can't make it to Sikeston, Lambert's has a location in Ozark.
Southwest: Smith's Short Stop; Bolivar, Collins & Clinton; 417-275-4575
Smith's is a family-style diner with locations in Bolivar, Collins and Clinton. Down-home favorites include country-fried steak and fried chicken, but Smith's is best known for breaded pork tenderloins that dwarf the bun. Their main location is technically in central Missouri, but our readers called it southwest. We will, too.
Best Hamburger
Central: Booches Billiard Hall; 110 S. 9th St., Columbia; 573-874-9519
It's hard to explain the allure of Booches and its hamburgers. It's just a plain, simple burger served on a square of waxed paper, but they're really good. Order more than you think you'll eat (two is a minimum), because they're small.
Northeast: The Santa Fe Restaurant;
101 North Main St., Ethel; 660-486-3334
The Santa Fe is only open Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday noon. Three different entrées are offered each night and the portions are heaping. One of the choices might be a hamburger. Occasionally, the cooks offer a hamburger the size of a dinner plate with the promise that the meal is free to those who clean their plates. We also hear rumors of a gigantic root beer float.
Northwest: Joan's Drive-In; 164 Court St., Marshall; 660-886-7771
If you want a fresh burger, hot off the grill, go to Joan's Drive-in. But you better come early and be prepared to wait your turn. The 12-seat diner is open only for breakfast and lunch. Owner Connie Allison buys freshly ground beef every day at the local grocer and prepares a variety of burgers.
Southeast: Kirby's Sandwich Shop;
109 N. Kingshighway St., Sikeston; 573-471-1318
Jim Kirby started selling 5-cent hamburgers in downtown Sikeston in 1907. A century later, southeast Missourians still crowd into the little diner for a burger (now $1.95).
Southwest: Danna's BBQ & Burger Shop; Highway 13, Branson West;
Danna's is better known for barbecue, but this restaurant with garage doors for walls also serves a cheeseburger so juicy that the juice drips off your elbows as you eat it. If you can't decide between burgers and barbecue, try the Danna Burger, a 6-ounce patty piled high with pulled pork and barbecue sauce.
Best Dessert
Central: Central Dairy; 610 Madison St., Jefferson City; 573-635-6148; www.centraldairy.biz
This old-fashioned ice cream parlor offers heaping scoops at time-warp prices. If you can only justify one banana split every year or so, this is the place.
Northeast: The Blue Owl Restaurant & Bakery; 6116 2nd St., Kimmswick; 636-464-3128; www.theblueowl.com
This charming restaurant offers soups, sandwiches and salads, but it's the gourmet desserts that really complete the Blue Owl experience. Owner Mary Hostetter creates a delightful array of cakes, pies, cheesecakes and pastries, each available to take home or for enjoyment at The Blue Owl.
Northwest: Pioneer Cafe; 658 North Miami Ave., Marshall; 660-886-8226
Owner Carol Adams bakes her homemade desserts every day. She's known for her cream pies. The selection varies but coconut cream is always available. Cobblers — apple, cherry, peach or blackberry — are served with or without ice cream.
Southeast: A Slice of Pie; 601 Kingshighway St., Rolla; 573-364-6203
Whether you need a whole pie or just a single slice, this little shop probably has just what you desire. On any given day, there will be a couple dozen varieties of pie to choose from, and they'll make you something special with a little notice.
Southwest: Cooky's Cafe; 529 Main St., Golden City; 417-537-4741
Cooky's sells two types of pie: with ice cream and without, the owners say. In truth, this diner bakes 36 types of pie, with as many as 20 available every day. Pies sold by the slice or whole, with advance notice.
Best Festival
Central: Olde Tyme Apple Festival;
Oct. 4, 2008; Versailles; 573-378-4401; www.versailleschamber.org
This fall festival has grown to become one of the largest and most popular in the state. The 400 booths of artists, craftsmen and activities are just the beginning. There's also a car show, parade, musical entertainment, a fiddler's contest, a sock hop and all manner of apple-themed events.
Northeast: Festival of the Little Hills; Aug. 15-17, 2008; St. Charles; 636-940-0095; www.festivalofthelittlehills.com
This festival celebrates the era of Lewis and Clark with three days of food, entertainment and arts and crafts. This year, the festival is adding an "Antique Row," and is inviting dealers to display their treasures.
Northwest: Jesse James Festival; Sept. 12-21, 2008; Kearney; 816-628-4229; www.jessejamesfestival.com
Kearney is the birthplace, boyhood home and (locals insist) final resting place of outlaw Jesse James. Today the town celebrates the James era, if not the man himself, with a festival and enough diversions to make any outlaw put down his guns for a weekend.
Southeast: Jour de Fete; Aug. 9-10, 2008; Ste. Genevieve; 573-883-3686;
The Jour de Fete celebrates Ste. Genevieve's Colonial past with artisans, craftsmen and re-enactors. Several of the town's 18th-century French Colonial buildings are open for tours, some offering free admission during the festival.
Southwest: Apple Butter Making Days; Oct. 10-12, 2008; Mount Vernon; 417-466-7654; www.mtvernonchamber.com
True to its name, the star of this fall festival is apple butter, cooked in huge copper kettles on the courthouse lawn. Food vendors, games and contests add to the fun.
Best Antiquing
Central: Warsaw; 1-800-927-7294; www.warsawmo.org
With at least a dozen shops from which to choose, visitors to Truman Lake can while away a lot of rainy days browsing for treasures. Like most vacation and recreation areas, Warsaw's offerings run the gamut from booth-style malls, with absentee vendors selling "collectables," to true antique shops offering vintage furniture, jewelry and glassware.
Northeast: Perry; 573-565-1021; www.perrymissouri.com
Just minutes from Mark Twain Lake, Perry's antique shopping district is concentrated around one four-way stop at the center of town, but there's a lot to see in just a couple of blocks. The best shops feature genuine antiques, from blue willow china to vintage clothing and Civil War-era artifacts.
Northwest: Jamesport; 660-684-6146;
Located in the heart of Missouri's largest Amish community, the antique shops in and around Jamesport can't help but have a different feel. Besides the antique and crafts shops downtown, be sure to visit the small shops at the farms and homes of local residents.
Southeast: St. Mary Antique Mall; 777 7th St., St. Mary; 573-543-2800
A veritable archetype of the booth style of antique emporiums, the St. Mary mall houses more than 600 dealers in a converted shoe factory. Bring your walking shoes because this place is big.
Southwest: Ozark; 417-581- 6139; www.ozarkchamber.com
The convenient location between Springfield and Branson attracts a lot of vendors, but the parade of customers means that the best items are snapped up quickly. New items arrive all the time, though, and Ozark's dealers do a good job of stocking their stores with interesting and unusual items.
Best Museum
Central: Missouri State Capitol Museum, Jefferson City; 573-751-2854;
www.mostateparks.com/ statecapcomplex/index.html
The whole Capitol is a museum, but the first floor contains two formal galleries. Whether you take a free guided tour or simply walk around the Capitol (all floors are open to the public) you'll be amazed by the beautiful architecture and the artwork that decorates the building. The nearby Jefferson Landing State Historic Site also offers more exhibits of Missouri history.
Northeast: St. Louis Art Museum;
1 Fine Arts Drive (Forest Park), St. Louis; 314-721-0072; www.stlouis.art.museum
Our readers surprised us by demonstrating an appreciation for fine art. The St. Louis Art Museum, in the heart of Forest Park, houses one of the most comprehensive collections in the nation, with examples from a wide range of cultures and time periods.
Northwest: Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art; 4525 Oak St.; Kansas City; 816-751-1278; www.nelson-atkins.org
Missourians on the west side of the state are no less discriminating. The Nelson-Atkins museum is regarded as one of America's finest general art museums, with more than 34,000 works in its collection. Recently, the museum received the Hallmark Photographic Collection, one of the world's largest private photography collections.
Southeast: Stars & Stripes Museum; 17377 Stars and Stripes Way; Bloomfield; 573-568-2055; www.starsandstripesmuseumlibrary.org
This facility celebrates the history of Stars & Stripes, a newspaper treasured by generations of American soldiers. The newspaper began in 1861 when Union soldiers published the first issue in an abandoned newspaper office in Bloomfield. The paper eventually became a lifeline to GIs serving in every conflict since World War I.
Southwest: Ralph Foster Museum; College of the Ozarks, Point Lookout; 417-334-6411 ext. 3407; www.rfostermuseum.com
Touted as the "Smithsonian of the Ozarks," this museum on the campus of the College of the Ozarks exhibits the jalopy truck from "The Beverly Hillbillies" television program alongside collections of antique cameo jewelry and mementos from Kewpie doll artist Rose O'Neill. The museum also houses one of the finest firearms collections in the Midwest.
Best State Park/Historic Site
Central: Ha Ha Tonka State Park, Camdenton; 573-346-2986; www.mostateparks.com/hahatonka.htm
This 3,700-acre park near the southern edge of the Lake of the Ozarks is known for its castle ruins, but there's a lot more for visitors to enjoy. Ha Ha Tonka is a wonderland of geological features, with caves, sinkholes, a large natural bridge, the state's 12th largest spring and textbook examples of Missouri glades. Rangers lead cave tours during winter.
Northeast: Cuivre River State Park, Troy; 636-528-7247; www.mostateparks.com/cuivre.htm
With a landscape more like an Ozarks park than what you'd typically find in northeast Missouri, Cuivre River State Park offers 6,300 acres of recreational opportunities. Horses are welcome and the park features an equestrian campground.
Northwest: Watkins Woolen Mill State Park and Historic Site, Lawson; 816-580-3387; www.mostateparks.com/wwmill/index.html
Watkins Woolen Mill is a 19th-century mill with all its original machinery still intact. The 1,500-acre park offers camping, fishing, swimming and trails for biking, hiking and equestrian use.
Southeast: Maramec Spring Park, St. James; 573-265-7387; www.maramecspringpark.com/maramec/index.html
The only privately owned destination in the category, Maramec Spring Park preserves the history of the 19th-century Maramec Iron Works. The spring is the fifth largest in Missouri and feeds a trout hatchery, operated by the Department of Conservation.
Southwest: Roaring River State Park, Cassville; 417-847-2539; www.mostateparks.com/roaringriver.htm
One of the state's trout parks, Roaring River is a popular destination for anglers. There's more to the park than fishing, though. Ten miles of trails provide access to more than 4,000 acres of rugged Ozark terrain.
Most Beautiful Town
Central: Cole Camp; 660-668-2295; www.colecampmissouri.com
With a pretty downtown, tidy neighborhoods, quaint shops and restaurants that offer a taste of Cole Camp's German heritage, this Benton County community is sure to please.
Northeast: Hermann; 1-800-932-8687; www.hermannmo.info
Hermann was settled by immigrants determined to create a new city that would be "German in every particular." More than 150 years later, much of the town still looks like it was transplanted from the Rhine River Valley. Even if you don't drink wine, enjoy the history at the wineries.
Northwest: Weston; 1-888-875-2883; www.westonmo.com
"The Queen of the Platte Purchase," Weston was once the second largest port on the Missouri River and home to the only tobacco market west of the Mississippi. Today it is home to historic buildings, lovely homes and a vibrant economy, which caters to outside visitors.
Southeast: Ste. Genevieve; 573-883- 3686; www.saintegenevieve.org
Ste. Genevieve was the first European settlement in Missouri, established in the 1740s. The flavor of its French-Canadian founders is still strong in the town's narrow streets, fenced yards and historic homes.
Southwest: Carthage; 417-359-8181; www.visit-carthage.com
Carthage has a stunningly beautiful courthouse, a bustling courthouse square, picture-perfect Victorian houses on tree-lined streets and historic old buildings — many built with stone from the local quarries.
Best Golf Course
Central: Eagle Knoll, Hartsburg; 1-800-909-0564; www.eagleknoll.com
A beautiful course with tight lies and fast greens, Eagle Knoll will challenge even scratch players. You might want to pack extra balls.
Northeast: Innsbrook Resort,
Innsbrook; 636-745-3000;
A par-70 resort course on rolling, wooded hills, Innsbrook has been recognized by Audubon International for environmental stewardship. This course is far enough away from the city that tee times are generally available.
Northwest: Mozingo Lake Golf Course, Maryville; 1-888- 562-3864; www.mozingolf.com
Mozingo Lake is a role model for what a municipal course should be. Slick greens, wide fairways with hardly an out-of-bounds marker in sight. The clubhouse includes a converted grain elevator.
Southeast: Bent Creek, Jackson; 573-243-6060; www.bentcreek.net
The creek comes into play on seven holes on this beautiful course, which winds along the gently rolling hills of southeast Missouri. Challenging, but fair.
Southwest: Branson Creek, Branson; 417-339-4653; www.bransoncreekgolf.com
Regarded by many as the best course in Missouri and one of the must-play golf experiences in the Midwest. A premier course with greens fees to match.
Best Day Trip
Central: Lake of Ozarks; 1-800-451-4117; www.funlake.com
Whether you like boating, fishing, golf, shopping or family attractions, there's a lot to do and see at the Lake of the Ozarks.
Northeast: Hannibal;
573-221-1101 or 573-221-2477;
There's more to Hannibal than Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn, though those immortal characters still entertain visitors at a number of attractions around town. Hannibal is also home to an impressive group of artists and crafts studios, interesting shops and restaurants.
Northwest: Jamesport; 660-684-6146;
Jamesport is home to one of the largest Amish communities in Missouri. Although the residents live simple lives separate from modern conveniences, the town welcomes visitors. Guided tours are available for those who would like a more complete experience.
Southeast: Elephant Rocks State Park, Graniteville; 573-546-3454; www.mostateparks.com/elephantrock.htm
Elephant Rocks State Park is an enjoyable destination for anyone — so much so that the park features Braille markings along its trail. See the red granite pachyderms and marvel at the power of time, wind and weather.
Southwest: Branson; 1-800-296-0463; www.branson.com
There's so much to do in Missouri's No. 1 destination that a single day isn't enough. If you're one of the handful of people who hasn't been to Branson in recent years, you won't believe how it's grown and changed.
Best Hidden Treasure
Central: Powell Gardens, Kingsville; 816-697-2600; www.powellgardens.org
More than 6,000 varieties of plants are on display throughout four major gardens and a glassed conservatory. Trails and walks allow visitors to commune with nature.
Northeast: Mark Twain Lake; 573-565-2228; www.visitmarktwainlake.org or www.mvs.usace.army.mil/MarkTwain
A 55,000-acre impoundment built and maintained by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mark Twain Lake is the site of Clarence Cannon Dam and a sportsman's paradise in northeast Missouri.
Northwest: Jim The Wonder Dog Memorial Park; 105 N. Lafayette,
Marshall; 660-886-2260; www.jimthewonderdog.com
This amazing pup supposedly possessed magical powers to predict the future and carry out complex instructions spoken in foreign tongues. Visit the memorial garden, read Jim's story and decide for yourself.
Southeast: Burfordville Covered Bridge, Burfordville; 573-243-4591; www.mostateparks.com/bollinger/burfordvillebridge.htm
Missouri's oldest covered bridge is the star attraction at Bollinger Mill State Historic Site. Visitors can tour Bollinger Mill, which has been restored into a functioning water-powered gristmill.
Southwest: Riverbluff Cave, Springfield; 417-883-0594; www.riverbluffcave.com
This destination gives new meaning to the term "hidden treasure." This Ice Age cave has been hidden for thousands of years. When we featured it in January 2008, less than 100 humans had seen it. Visitors are welcome at the cave's field house.


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COLUMBUS, Ohio – To say Jairo Arrieta has been active in his first 13 games for the Columbus Crew would be an understatement.
Not only is the Costa Rican forward second on the team in goals (five), assists (four) and shots on goal (12), he also is the MLS leader in being called offside despite not playing his first match until July 14 vs. Sporting Kansas City.
He brought his total to 38 Wednesday after being flagged four times in the 1-0 win against Chivas USA.
"I need to do a better job, not be so desperate to get there," he said through a translator after the game. "I'm going to keep working on it. It's been only 13 games. I'm still learning the league."
He is four ahead of D.C. United's Dwayne De Rosario, who is out for the season with a knee injury, and countryman Álvaro Saborío of Real Salt Lake.
But Arrieta is well ahead in offside call per match (2.92) compared to De Rosario's 1.3 in 26 games and the 1.21 in 28 matches for Saborio. The only one close among the leader is Montreal's Marco Di Vaio, sixth with 30 in 13 games for a 2.3 average.
"The calls have been made," Arrieta said. "I need to improve my runs."
The Crew (13-10-6) will take the infractions if he continues to shine, especially since the arrival of forward Federico Higuaín eight games ago.
The Argentine Designated Player has three goals and six assists and although he did not get one Wednesday, he was instrumental in setting up the winner by Justin Meram in the 89th minute. It was Higuaín's cross to Arrieta that resulted in a shot on goal, a rebound back to Arrieta that he headed to Meram for the score.
"[Arrieta and Higuaín] understand the game so well," midfielder Tony Tchani said. "Higuaín is a tricky player who can make the final pass. They've both helped this team."
Posting a clean sheet
Crew goalkeeper Andy Gruenebaum made a triumphant return Wednesday after he was pulled late in last weekend's match at New York, where he hit the left post head-on while trying to stop a shot.
"I didn't even think about it," he told MLSsoccer.com after making five saves vs. Chivas USA. "It's happened once in my 29 years so the probability of it happening again, knock on wood, is not good."
On Wednesday, he earned his eighth shutout of the season, although it was the first in 11 games.
"We talked about communication, battling for each other; things we were doing earlier on that made us successful," Gruenebaum said. "We did that again [Wednesday]."
After four saves in the first 15 minutes, he only had to make one the rest of the way.
"The guys made it easy for me," he said. "The first half Chivas was solid. The second half, we limited what they did."


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Rookie running back Brian Leonard realizes he could be just a sprained ankle or wrenched knee or concussion away from replacing one of the top running backs in the NFL.
If Steven Jackson suffers any of those injuries or any of the many other maladies that may befall NFL running backs, Leonard -- the Rams' second-round draft choice out of Rutgers last April -- could be called upon to take over.
Which means taking over for a man who totaled a league-leading 2,334 yards from scrimmage last season, including 1,528 on the ground, en route to his first Pro Bowl berth.
Even if Jackson remains perfectly healthy all season, Leonard figures to be called upon in a variety of roles, including spelling the superstar running back from time to time. Which is exactly why the Rams quickly sought Leonard, a versatile offensive weapon with Rutgers, where he earned first-team All-America honors for the third year in a row as a senior.
Leonard also collected second-team All-Big East Conference honors last fall despite being used more as a blocker than in past years. He still finished the season with 93 carries for 427 yards and five touchdowns, plus 38 receptions for 294 yards as the Scarlet Knights tied a school record with 11 wins.
Such versatility was paramount in the Rams' decision to pick Leonard, because Jackson -- just like his predecessor, Marshall Faulk, is such a multi-faceted factor in the offense. Jackson had 806 receiving yards last season and his 90 catches were second on the team, only three behind leader Torry Holt and 16 more than
Isaac Bruce.
Early in training camp, the Rams are just trying to familiarize Leonard with the complexities of their attack.
"We're getting him more comfortable with the offense right now," said coach Scott Linehan.
And Leonard, admitting he made rookie mistakes early in his offseason training and mini-camps, is starting to feel a little more comfortable.
"Now I've settled down, kind of learned the playbook, and I'm ready to go, I feel," he said.
Leonard believes his reputation as a collegiate workhorse will serve him well in Linehan's eyes, and he doesn't plan to let up now. He would probably drive an equipment truck if the coach requested.
"I think he's using that right now," Leonard said of his versatility. "I'm playing some fullback and some running back; I'm doing work on all the special teams. I'm doing a lot.
"So hopefully it will stay this way, I'll stay healthy and hopefully help this team win."
Leonard says the classroom work can be more challenging at times than the on-field workouts.
"I think the meetings are tough," he said. "The only thing I can compare it to is college. I feel like in college, practices were a little tougher -- obviously, 'cause I was taking more reps. But the meetings are stressful.
"But I'm doing it, and doing good."
And getting help from Jackson along the way.
"First of all, I think Steven Jackson's a great guy," Leonard said. "He's helping me out a lot. I just want to get in there and help him out. He had over 1,500 yards rushing, over 800 yards receiving -- that's a lot of hits.
"Hopefully I can get in there, have a couple of his reps, take some hits off his body, and I think we'll be all right."
Linehan concedes Leonard, unlike Jackson, doesn't appear overly imposing off the field.
"He's another guy who looks better with his pads on," the coach commented.
Indeed, the 6-foot-1, 226-pound Leonard doesn't look nearly that large in street clothes. But what matters is how he looks in the Rams' offense against opposing defenses. And if he comes up large in the Rams backfield.
"He's really doing a nice job," Linehan said. "And the thing that I'm real happy about is how he's doing mentally, too."'
Meaning on as well as off the field. Leonard says he's been studying Jackson and trying to learn from his plays during practice.
"He's a hard runner," Leonard marveled. "I just watch the way he runs. And the way he hits the hole. I've been watching the way he hits the hole -- he hits it hard. Hopefully I can change my game a little bit that way. I've watched him do that, and I think I can do that, too."
Which would help keep opposing defenses in a hole.
"I think," said Leonard, "this offense is gonna explode."
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