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Part I
I hate moving, which I was doing. I hate it more when it's hot and humid outside, which it was. Add to that the fact that my buddy, Alec, copped out on me somewhere between the pizza place and my new house, and the fact that there was a wicked storm on the way, and I was at my absolute lowest point. I looked into the back of the truck and saw the piles of stuff I had to carry in. The moving company had already moved and unloaded most of my household, but here I stood, in my driveway, with a half-ton truck full of boxes and the last, precious items that I refused to trust to the movers, no matter how healthy they looked.
I glanced across the street toward the west. The clouds didn't look pleasant at all. They were dark and grey and I could see the sheets of rain falling out of them in the distance. I knew they'd be overhead soon and I'd be fucked.
Nothing for it, then. I dropped the tailgate of the truck and started hauling boxes. I could only hope that asshole friend of mine would show up and help me with the big stuff before the storm hit. I was pissed, to be sure. I couldn't get him on his cell phone and I had no idea where he was. I was not a happy camper!
By the time I got the boxes inside, I could hear thunder rumbling ominously. I flipped on the central air and tried to phone Alec one more time. I tried both his cell phone and his home phone to no avail. I was on my own. I hoofed it back outside and jumped up into the truck bed and pulled out all eight drawers from my Grandma's antique dresser and made two piles of them on the tailgate. I jumped down, grabbed up one of the piles, and headed into the house. I carried them into my bedroom and carefully set them on the floor against the wall and headed back to the living room.
I stopped dead in my tracks. Standing there inside the door, holding the other four drawers in his hands, was a young man. "Where do you want these?" he said. His voice was pleasant and his smile was friendly.
"Umm," I said, stupidly and approached him. "I'll take them."
"I've got em. Just show me where to put them."
I swept my hand back. "Last door on the right. Thanks."
He walked past me and I watched him as he disappeared down the hallway. He was a bit shorter than me, but I had on a lot more clothes. All he wore were a pair of white sneakers and a pair of very tight, very short, cut-off jeans. The elastic band of his underwear poked above the denim. His back looked strong and his arms looked even stronger. His brown hair was neatly cut and trimmed, hanging long in the back and short and spikey on top. I couldn't remember what his face looked like except that it wasn't unpleasant to look at. I had been so stunned when I saw him that I forgot to pay attention.
He appeared in the hallway again, walking toward me. He was smiling a bright, welcoming smile. One of his upper front teeth was chipped. He had a young, unblemished face, and a slightly upturned nose. His chest looked just as powerful as his arms. A smattering of short hairs shadowed his muscular pecs and a small patch of hair centered itself between them. A widening trail spread down stomach, disappearing into the waistband of his jeans. It was the bulge in his jeans which caught my attention, though. Either he had a couple of rolled-up socks stuffed in his pants or he was a very lucky boy.
"Hi, I'm Brad," he said. I liked his voice. He held out his hand.
I looked up, embarrassed. I'm sure I was blushing. "Oh, um. Sorry," I stammered as I grasped his hand in a shake. "I, um. . . I'm Ted."
"Hey, don't sweat it, Ted," he said. "It takes everyone by surprise."
I released his hand.
"Come on," he said, "we better get the rest of your stuff inside before it rains. Gonna be quite a storm. Tornado warnings and all that."
I turned and followed him out the door. "Great," I joked. "I move into a new house and it ends up in Oz before I get settled in."
"Say hi' to Dorothy for me." I could hear him chuckling.
I walked to the back of the truck and was just ready to climb onto the tailgate when Brad approached the side, placed his hand on the wall of the truck, and vaulted over it, landing on sure, steady feet on the truck bed.
"Dresser?" he asked, and I answered "Yeah." I grabbed the base of the dresser at my end and Brad grabbed the other end at the top. Together, we moved the dresser back. He set his end on the tailgate for a moment so he could grab the base, then lifted it and, with the skill of a gymnast, stepped off the truck onto the driveway.
I started to like Brad immediately. He was a powerhouse and a workhorse, and he treated all my stuff with delicate crystal care. He worked hard to help me get my things inside before the storm hit and, within minutes, my shirt was soaked with sweat as I tried to keep up with him. His own upper body was covered with a healthy sheen of perspiration. I had to admire his muscular youth, and I wish I still had some of my own at that moment. By the time we carried the last piece in, I was gasping for breath, my desk-job muscles were weakening quickly, and he was still smiling.
Thank goodness the central air was kicking in and the air inside was starting to feel fresher already. I quickly found a box in the bathroom, ripped it open, and grabbed a couple of towels. I returned to the living room, tossed one to Brad, and told him to have a seat on the sofa. "I'll be right back." I went back to the truck. The rain was just beginning to fall. The heavy clouds made the afternoon light look like dusk and lightning flashes shattered the dimness and heavy thunder rolled across the sky. I grabbed the pizzas and the 12-pack of beer, locked the truck doors, and headed back inside.
I dug out the coffee table from the corner, set it in front of the sofa, and placed the pizzas on it. Brad had spread the towel over the sofa and was sitting on it. "The least I can do is feed you," I said. "Are you old enough to drink?"
"I'm 19," he said. Then, with a smile, he added, "Sorry. I don't have my ID on me. My wallet makes my ass look lumpy."
I was tempted to ask how he could squeeze a wallet into that back pocket. Instead, I asked, "Beer?"
I ripped open the lid of the case of beer, grabbed two bottles, and handed him one. We twisted off the tops and took a long, refreshing swig. Outside, the storm began in earnest and the house became eerily dark.
"You saved my ass, man," I said as I set down the beer and began opening my shirt. It was sticking to me all over. I felt a little self-conscious when I pulled it off. At 32, I wasn't horribly out of shape yet, but after almost 10 years of sitting behind a desk, I certainly didn't look as good as the young man sitting on my sofa. "Do you mind if I leave this off for awhile?"
"Hell, no, man," he replied. "It's your house. You shouldn't have to ask."
"If I had a body like yours, I wouldn't have."
Brad actually blushed. "Thanks," he said shyly. "You're not so bad. Don't sweat it. Now, if you looked like my Dad, I might object. I don't know how I ended up like this when I see him. He's so skinny."
I finished toweling myself as I turned on a few lights, and dropped to the sofa in near exhaustion. I opened both pizzas. "Ham, pepperoni, cheese and pineapple," I pointed to one box, and then, as I pointed to the other, "everything except anchovies. Help yourself."
Brad eagerly grabbed a slice of everything' pizza and set about devouring it hungrily.
"So, I take it you live around here?"
"Yeah," he nodded his head to one side. "Right next door. With the black shutters. I still live there with Mom and Dad. At least until I finish university."
"Oh? What are you studying?"
"Engineering at Ryerson."
"Good university."
"Yeah. My older brother graduated from there a few years ago."
"At least you're close enough," I said. "What do you do, take the Go train?"
"Yeah. It's cheaper than living in Toronto, and Mom does all the cooking and she washes my clothes. All I have to do is sit around the house looking pretty." Brad stopped chewing and said, "Aw, geez! Sorry, Ted. Mom's always saying that to everybody."
"Well, you are a handsome young man."
"Thanks." He stretched out his legs, crossing them at the ankles. Then he looked at me again. "I'm glad you bought this house. I like you. You're a lot nicer than Old Man Perkins. That guy gave me the creeps. All he did all day was sit around looking at me with this scowl on his face."
I nodded. "Good old Mr. Perkins. I met him only once. After that, I made my real estate agent deal with him. I couldn't stand him."
Brad leaned forward to grab another slice of pizza. "He didn't approve with the way I dressed."
I couldn't understand why. I wasn't even gay and I didn't find Brad difficult to look at. He was like a walking art exhibit. I pointed at his rounded crotch. "That probably had a lot to do with it, right?"
He glanced down at himself. "Probably," he said, "but it didn't matter what I wore. He just didn't like me and I didn't like him. I dressed like this just to piss him off."
I thought for a moment. Then, stupidly, I put my foot in it and asked, "Is that really you in there?"
He looked at me and I nodded toward his crotch. "Yeah," he said. "It's all me. Don't know where I got that, either. Not from Dad, that's for sure. I think I look a lot like my Uncle Andy. My Mom's brother. Maybe I got it from her side of the family."
"Doesn't it. . . like. . . get in the way?"
"Sometimes," He said. "Can I have another slice?"
"Sure, help yourself."
He snatched up another slice and settled back once more. "That's why I have to wear underwear. I flop around too much if I don't, and it hurts." With a wicked, almost evil smile, he added, "Mind you, sometimes I wouldn't wear any just to tease Old Man Perkins. He'd just look at me and call me a prevert'."
"It's pervert'," I corrected.
"I know, but Perkins always said prevert'." He laughed. "Look who was calling the kettle black! He was the one who was always watching me. Hell, one night I caught him standing at my bedroom window watching me jerk off. He just called me a prevert' and kept on watching me."
That surprised me. "You didn't stop?"
"Nope. I was in my own bedroom. He was trespassing. I think the old guy was just jealous."
"Whoa!" I exclaimed. "That's wild."
"Yeah, it was. The first time, I did it just to piss him off more. After that, it became a bit of a game."
"You did it more than once?"
"Sure," Brad said. "Every night as long as the weather was good. One night, he was standing out there in the rain with an umbrella over his head. Guess it was more fun for him than watching cable."
"Holy shit," I said as I shook my head. "Why didn't you call the police on him?"
"What for? He never did anything except look."
"But peeking in someone's window like that is a crime."
Brad shrugged. "Hell, I was probably the only entertainment the old guy had. Sometimes I'd see him out back for hours just waiting for me. At first, I did it just to piss him off, but after awhile, it was like he looked forward to it so much that he'd be disappointed if I closed the curtains."
"But you didn't even like the guy!"
Brad paused between bites of his pizza and looked at me. "No, I didn't, but that doesn't make him any less deserving of a little bit of happiness once in awhile."
Outside, the storm still raged. Rain pounded against the windows and roof and I could actually feel the house shaking in the wind. But the storm didn't concern me as much as what I was hearing. I shook my head again. "I'm sorry," I said. "I don't understand. You couldn't stand the guy and yet you entertained him every night?"
Brad pulled his knees up, planting his feet flat on the floor. He spread his legs, turned his whole body to face me, and rested his elbows on his legs. He stared at the floor for a bit, then looked at me and said, "I didn't like him. He gave me the creeps. But he never did anything to me. He never caused any trouble for me, not even when I broke his window with a soccer ball. His wife died of cancer when I was 10 years old, and she'd been sick for years. He had a tough life and there wasn't much happiness in it."
He paused again and turned reflective. "At first, it was just to annoy him, like I said. And then, one night a month or so later, after I'd finished. . . you know. . . I looked at him in the window. He had such a sad look in his eyes, but he was smiling. And then he said thank you' and turned and walked back home. After that, I was doing it because it made him happy for a few minutes a day."
He wasn't bragging. I could see it in his face and I could hear it in his voice. No matter how he felt about Mr. Perkins, he was willing to do what he could to make Perkins' life a bit better.
"The world needs more people like you, Brad," I said seriously.
Brad hung his head, a large grin on his lips. He blushed again.
* * * * *
We sat talking after that. I told him all about my work in Toronto and why I preferred to live in a smaller town that the big city. I told him about my failed marriage and showed him pictures of my daughter, Lindsay. "She's 9 years old now."
"She looks like a ballerina," Brad mentioned.
"She takes dancing lessons, but she doesn't really like ballet. She just takes it because it helps her with her other dancing."
"I can't dance," Brad said. "I have two feet. Both of them are left."
I snickered. I was going to enjoy having Brad as a neighbour. The storm was fading away into the east. Only the distant rumble of thunder and a gentle rain remained.
"Looks like Dorothy is going to have to do without your company tonight."
I looked up at the ceiling. "Looks like you're right." Then I looked at him. "Can I ask you a favour?"
"Would you help me set up my bed before you go? I was just going to crash on the sofa tonight, but while you're here. . ."
"No problem," he said as he jumped to his feet. "Lead the way."
I tried to rise out of the sofa and suddenly realized how sore and tired I was. Like I said, I hate moving. I sank back into the sofa with a groan. Brad laughed, stepped in front of me, grabbed me under my arms, and pulled me up. "Come on, Old Man. On your feet." When I was standing, he added, "Do you need Uncle Bradley to carry you?"
I laughed. "I think I can walk, thank you."
As we were putting the bed frame together, Brad said, "I'll come over tomorrow and help you unpack and rearrange your furniture."
"You don't have to do that," I said hastily. "I can manage."
"I don't mind. Nothing better to do. How does 10 o'clock sound?"
"I'll be on my way to Toronto to take back the truck and get my car."
Brad stopped. "Oh, really? Where in Toronto?"
"Cool," he said. "Could I go with you and have you drop me off at Ryerson? I need to get some books from the library. I want to get a head start on the next semester."
"It's the least I can do after all you've done for me. I'll pick you up on the way back."
"I can take the Go."
"You could, but you're not. I'll pick you up on my way back."
Brad smiled his thanks and nodded. "What time tomorrow?"
"Is 9 o'clock too early?"
"That's fine with me. I'll be ready."
Before long, my bed was set up and Brad even helped me make it up with sheets and pillowcases. I offered him one more beer before he left, which he accepted, along with one more slice of pizza. That boy could eat!
Then it was time for him to go home. "See you tomorrow morning."
I held out my hand for him to shake. He took it, and I grabbed his forearm with my other hand. "Thanks for all your help, Brad. I really mean it. I would have been screwed if you didn't come over."
"Any time, Ted." For the first time, I noticed how green his eyes were and how bright his smile was. It was a warm, friendly face, and it all belonged to a warm, friendly young man. "I'm going to enjoy having you as a neighbour."
I smiled back at him. "I think I'm going to enjoy being it."
With a final shake, I released his hand and he left.
To Be Continued


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*Last night's Christmas card ceremony tradition. Hot cocoa, a crackling fire, The Family Stone, my best friend, and a slew of envelopes and stamps and holiday fabulosity.
*Elfitty's donuts. (my sister found on Pinterest and convinced me to make)
Lainey done lost her mind this morning when she saw he ate all but two and left some crumbs.
*The following conversation:
Lainey: "Wear your Christmas shoes today, Mama."
Me: "What are my Christmas shoes?
Lainey: (running to my closet and returning with my moccasins): "These ones. Because they're gingerbread shoes."
I so get it.
*Pruned baby toes. I want to eat them.
*Yesterday's art/imagination class. This is such a happy hour for us.
*Receiving our package of ornaments today–my mom sends them every year. Loving this doll's four-strand pony tails, her felt pants, those killer wood shoes, and the name tatt on her face. And I love my mom. Very much.
*Chocolate cake mid day. Enough said.
*Nella's suck-it-down straw face. And the "did-you-see-that?" smile that follows.
*Outside Therapy Session and forgetting it's really P.T.
*Tonight's delicious moon on our light walk.
*Scoring this badass vintage blouse at Goodwill this week…and rediscovering my appreciation for the big GW, despite the fact it's 98% ugly/2% fantastic finds. If that ratio were any better, the thrill of "the find" might not be so great.
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So, every corner of our house is now twinkle holiday fabulous, thanks to returning sponsor, Bubblewish.
My girls have Bubblewish felt lights in their rooms, and now our room joins the club with the most perfect Christmas twinkle lights that make a scene right from 'Twas the Night Before Christmas.
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And the ever delighful Tea Collection is returning in sponsorship this month. It is so easy to sing their praises–I am continually digging in laundry baskets and drawers for my very favorite items for the girls–Nella's soft yellow leggings (on sale!), Lainey's Puebla jacket (also on sale!), the Chile stripe dress that feels like pajamas. And my very favorite tennies we've ever owned, our go-to play shoes, day shoes, wear with anything shoes.
Taking the big girl tomorrow for a date–The Nutcracker. I cannot wait.
Have a fantastic weekend! Any hot plans? (p.s. loved all the comments about the "elves" at your homes!)

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Saturday, September 01, 2007
Know Your Foe - Appalachian State
History – The history of Appalachian State begins as the story of two brothers, D. D. Dougherty and B. B. Daugherty. In 1899, the brothers, with land donated by their father D. B. Daugherty, erected a wood frame building in Boone, NC and founded a school named Watauga Academy. Four years later the North Carolina General Assembly made it a state school, and on March 9, 1903, the Appalachian Training School for Teachers was born.
The Daughterys remained in charge, with B. B. as superintendent and D. D. as principal. In 1925, the school was renamed Appalachian State Normal School, and then renamed Appalachian State Teachers College in 1929.
The school continued to grow, and added a graduate school in 1948. B. B. Daughtery remained president until 1955. In 1965, programs other than teaching were offered and, hence, yet another name change for the school happened in 1967, this time to Appalachian State University,
Location – Boone, North Carolina. Named for Daniel Boone who camped in the area numerous times. It's located in the northwest corner of the state in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Boone is a small town with a population just slightly less than the ASU enrollment of 15,000 students. Its location is unique among universities east of the Mississippi. At an elevation of 3,333 feet, Appalachian State has the highest elevation of any school east of the Mississippi. Because of this, the climate is much more like that seen in New England, rather than the South. A quiet mountain town throughout its history, Boone is currently experiencing growing pains due to the expansion of the university, with urban sprawl becoming an issue. The most famous Boone native is the late founding member and lead guitarist of Widespread Panic, Michael Houser.
Nickname - Mountaineers. Not much mystery on this one. The Blue Ridge Mountains. The 3,333 foot elevation. Random guys running around with muskets. That's a lot like West Virginia, the more well-known Mountaineers. And though WVU incorporates mountains into their logo, I'd say AppState trumps West Virginia nickname-wise due to the higher elevation. And a tougher football schedule.
Of the nine schools that use Mountaineers as their moniker, ASU is the second most famous behind WVU. Surprisingly, the majority of them are in the East, with only one in the Rockies. There's Berea College (Berea, KY), Eastern Oregon University (LaGrande, OR), Mansfield University (Mansfield, PA), Mount Saint Mary's College (Emmitsburg, MD), Schreiner College (Kerrville, TX), Southern Vermont College (Bennington, VT), and Western State College (Gunnison, CO).
Mascot – Yosef. You're not going to believe this. If you thought that the Hot Hot Hot video was embarrassing, wait until you hear the story of Yosef.
Yosef appears at every football game, wearing a scowl, a black and gold flannel shirt, suspenders, and carrying a musket which he fires after every AppState touchdown. But that's not what makes the mascot embarrassing. It's his name.
Yosef is mountain talk for "Yourself." As in if you are a fan, friend or alumnus and have a heart of black and gold, you are Yosef. The mascot was born in 1942 when he appeared in the ASU yearbook as a freshman named Dan'l Boone Yoseff from Appalachian. The last F was dropped in 1947.
Yosef is a major part of the culture at Appalachian State. The booster group is the Yosef Club – their holiday newsletter was littered with sponsored ads saying "Have Yosef a Happy Holiday," and their Web page begs to "Get Yosef Involved." And one of the dorms on campus is Yosef Hollow.
Colors – Black and Gold. And it's more of an Iowa black and gold, than a Purdue black and gold. So that means it really black and yellow. Remember that last year, Michigan brought in another southern team that wore black and gold, Vanderbilt. But they were truly gold and not yellow like ASU.
The Mountaineers football team uses the yellow/gold strictly as an accent color. Their home uniforms have black shirts and pants, along with their black helmets. On the road they wear white shirts with black pants. The yellow/gold only shows up as piping on the yoke and sleeves of the shirt, and as stripes on the helmet.
Logo – A depiction of Yosef, with his head being part of a mountain. This is definitely the scariest logo of any opponent Michigan will face this year. Even scarier than this. It's a good thing App doesn't use this logo on their helmet. And even though they've been very successful on the field, they should consider putting it on their headgear. Not so much to intimidate their opponents, but because their current helmet is lame.
Wow, that's creative. A big "A" with small script "Mountaineers" in the middle. ASU has had this exact design since 1995, and essentially the same design since 1989. But they haven't always had such boring helmets. Check out the 1965 version with an admittedly old-looking Yosef:
Or how about this one from the early '70s:
Here Yosef is a bit younger, though he wouldn't really appeal to the youth demographic. And let's face it, in this day and age, there's no way the NCAA would allow the corncob pipe.
So if ASU is hell-bent on having an "A" on their helmet, and hoping to appeal to today's youth, all while staying free and clear of the NCAA, they should revert to something like what they wore in 1982:
This invokes the idea of mountains, makes the kids think of the X-TREME sports I hear so much about, and just makes me very relaxed and in the mood for an ice cream samich.
As always, all images of the helmets are from the incredible Helmet Project site, and the logo is from the equally wonderful SportsLogos.net.
Fight Song – Hi Hi Yikas. Oh. My. God. First there was Yosef. Then the Hot Hot Hot (LINK) video. Why does ASU keep doing this to themselves? Check out the words to their fight song:
Nobody like us,
We are the
Always a-winning
Always a-grinning
Always a-feeling fine
You bet, hey
Go Apps!
Fight Apps!
Go, fight, win Apps!
I have to admit, I have no idea what "Hi Hi Yikas" means, so we'll move on. How about that second line? Nobody like us? I'm sure every English professor cringes when they hear the language butchered so badly. And why doesn't anyone like them? Maybe it's that bad attitude. Or maybe it's that scary face of Yosef in their logo.
Then we have "Always a-winning, Always a-grinning, Always a-feeling fine." OK, even though they're Division I-AA, I mean Champion Subdivision, AppState has done a lot of winning lately, with back to back national championships (yes, they play a tournament in the Champion Subdivision. Hmmm….playoffs in college football, what a novel concept). And all that winning will lead to a lot of grinning. But, based on this song, I think the feeling fine has something to do with moonshine, more than I-AA, I mean Champion Subdivision, titles.
Note that the fight song is usually capped off with a Cartman-like "Kick Ass!" instead of "Win Apps!" What rebels.
And though the lyrics are a bit laughable, the tune, which is from a German folk song called Bergvagabunden (Mountain Vagabond), is quite catchy. I might even make it my ring tone for the weekend
Academics – Boy, these U. S. News Ranking of America's Best Colleges keep getting more and more confusing. Anyway, Appalachian State is ranked as the 10th best Master's South category. Whatever the hell that means. For those of you who know or care about such things, Rollins College in Florida is the top in this category, followed by Elon and Stetson. I've heard of all of those. But I've never heard of the school ranked #9, right above AppSt: University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Maryland. Who was Mary Washington? Do they mean Martha Washington, because I've at least heard of her.
The average GPA for incoming freshman at ASU in 2006 was 3.73 and the average SAT score was 1131. The average ACT score was 21.
Athletics – As has been mentioned, the Mountaineers have an excellent recent history in football. They've won back to back I-AA, er Champion Subdivision titles, and advanced to the I-AA playoffs 14 of the past 21 seasons. The team plays at Kidd Brewer Stadium where they've won 27 in a row. Kidd Brewer, which is also known as The Rock, was the site of the second college football game on ESPN, in 1979 when AppState hosted Western Carolina.
The basketball team has appeared in two NCAA tournaments, and was an NIT participant this past season. And as Michigan fans know, the NIT is the REAL tournament. ASU has dominated the Commissioner's Cup, which is given to the top men's sports program in the Southern Conference, winning 27 of the past 30. The women's program has taken home the Germann Cup, given to the top women's program in the conference, the last two years.
Famous Alums – In all our years of doing KNOW YOUR FOE, we've never had difficulty coming up with famous alumni. Sure, some schools have more distinguished or famous degree holders than others, but every team that Michigan played last year had at least a couple of interesting names on the list.
But now we come to Appalachian State. Their most famous alumnus is….Steven J. Dubner, one of the authors of Freakonomics. But that's it for recognizable names. Even their former athletes aren't big names, with former Cowboy and current Ram lineback Dexter Coakley being the only recognizable name. Former NBA head coach Alvin Gentry went to ASU, as did current Kansas State head football coach Ron Prince. But that's it. Oh, and then there's her. And, needless to say, no U.S. Presidents call Appalachian State their alma mater.
The Game – This is a game Michigan can't win. Oh, sure, they'll score more points that AppState, but no matter what the final score is, no Wolverine fan is going to feel good. Win by 40 and what's the big deal, so they beat a I-AA, sorry, Champion Subdivision team. What bullies. Struggle against the best Champion Subdivision team and win by a touchdown and watch the Wolverines fall in the polls. This is not the weakest team Michigan will play this year. This would probably not be the worst team in the Big Ten. But a victory, no matter the margin, won't look good or even be satisfying. MICHIGAN 42, APPALACHIAN STATE 23.
32 comments:
- nitz said...
I think that fight song was on the first Ramones album.
- August 31, 2007 3:30 AM
- whetstonebuck said...
"I'd say AppState trumps West Virginia nickname-wise due to the higher elevation. And a tougher football schedule."
Funny stuff. Worth the price of admission. Thanks.
- August 31, 2007 8:14 AM
- Killing My Liver said...
HAving been to Boone, on numerous snowboarding trips, ..... well, shit, I got nothing.
Looking forward to a great season.
- August 31, 2007 8:17 AM
- Josiah said...
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- August 31, 2007 8:21 AM
- Josiah said...
I've had the pleasure of supporting App State two years in a row in the Champions NAII (whatever the hell it is now) championship game here in Chattanooga, and they're one helluva fun team + fanbase. The only thing they like more than their football team, is their herb. Never thought I'd see the day they played Michigan.
- August 31, 2007 8:22 AM
- Dave said...
Since you ask, Mary Washington was George's mother. George actually once said "All I am I owe to my mother." This is especially funny since she was apparently a raving bitch, so much so that George foisted her off on his sister in Fredericksburg rather than let her live at Mt. Vernon.
UMW has a handful of Michigan alumni on the faculty. We're happy we can still wear blue.
- August 31, 2007 8:38 AM
- Temp430 said...
"This is a game Michigan can't win." Exactly.
Dear AD Martin:
No more Div. I-AA teams. Please!
- August 31, 2007 8:43 AM
- Ron said...
Maybe "Nobody like us" is referring to the fact that there is no other school quite the same as Appy State. Which is absolutely true given their mascot/fight-song combination.
- August 31, 2007 8:48 AM
- j said...
Yost, great job fact finding. Where the hell were you when I needed to do my middle school reports. Your reporting could have helped me move from D's to C+'s.
- August 31, 2007 9:04 AM
- ChicagoWolverine said...
So i'm watching the Big10 Network this morning.. They keep replaying the Michigan tosu game from last year. Damn we looked good that first drive.
i can't wait til tomorrow.
- August 31, 2007 10:12 AM
- WingRG said...
if "the only thing they like more than their football team, is their herb" then i'm surprised they aren't playing UM on the same weekend as "Hash bash". Let's face it, this team would've been a worthy opponent for the spring game/scrimmage (not that my alma mater is openining up its schedule with a powerhouse)
just 26 more hours till kick off
- August 31, 2007 10:21 AM
- beast in 'bama said...
First of all, it's good to seen Know Your Foe - and you, Benny - back on the MZone. Where the hell you found Bergvagabunden, I'll never know. I probably wouldn't want to, either, which is why it's good to have you back.
Let's see, App. State - where to start? "Have Yosef a Merry Little Christmas" springs to mind immediately. As does the song "Copperhead Road" by Steve Earle for some reason... And I've actually read "Freakonomics."
But that fight song? Hi-Hi-y-ike-us might be mountain folk talk for How do you like us? That's the best I got.
- August 31, 2007 10:24 AM
- surrounded in columbus said...
had the same reaction here in columbus. get home, find that BTN is channel 24 locally, flip it on to see what's on... oh, great. greatest games in big ten history and they have to show this one, time & again? you'd think, given the way both teams got clocked in their bowls, they'd have something to better to show. hell, even the 2002 game (after which both teams won their bowls) would be better than last year's over & over.
- August 31, 2007 11:06 AM
- A2saint said...
Anybody think we'll see any of Ryan Mallett Saturday? If so how many quarters. I'd like to see the wonderkid play.
- August 31, 2007 12:59 PM
- TitleIX said...
Ryan Mallett to start the second half....
- August 31, 2007 6:22 PM
- Erik said...
Our good buddy Colin Cowherd is in the booth for the Washington-Syracuse game. Apparently, at least; I turned off the TV when I heard that.
- August 31, 2007 8:07 PM
- MGoBlue93 said...
ESPN yanked the game when it got too boring; and did the rest of the nation a favor by sparing us from more of Colin in the booth. Perhaps the BTN doesn't look that bad when faced with the prospect of Cowherd coming into our living rooms. Wonder if Colin will man up if ESPN ever asks him to go to A2?????????
- August 31, 2007 10:08 PM
- MGoBlue93 said...
Yost, I was watching the Friday Night Tailgate on the BTN and they had a segment called "Know Your Opponent". Now you've been ripped off by Cowherd and Jimmy D!
- September 01, 2007 12:07 AM
- Peanuts5402 said...
I saw some guy wearing a Mary Washington shirt the other day. I thought it was the name of his girlfriend and he was wearing it around proudly.
- September 01, 2007 1:27 AM
- RobW222 said...
Famous Appalachian alums: Franklin Graham (evangelist) and Charles Frazer (author of Cold Mountain)..
Ron.. we don't use the moniker Appy State....prefer ASU , App State, or just Appalachian....
Half the time we don't call ourselves Mountaineers, but "Apps", as in this example:
Halftime score 28-17, ASU leads.
Great research and article, Benny.. thanks
Rob W / ASU class of 81
- September 01, 2007 1:59 PM
- JackRabbit6 said...
Love that spread you made... too bad it wasn't bigger. Good job ASU
Go Eagles
err... Georgia Southern...
- September 01, 2007 4:10 PM
- lynsey said...
Some of your information is wrong. There is no dorm on ASU campus called Yosef Hollow. If you had done your research correctly, you would have known that Yosef Hollow is actually a community of dorms on the west said of campus. Oh and apparently ASU didn't have to worry about whether the logo was intimdating enough of it.. We still beat Michigan. How does it feel to be part of the biggest upset in football history???
- September 01, 2007 5:46 PM
- syntax said...
Guess you shoulda done more research and made a better estimate, because you just got beat by a div I-AA school!
- September 01, 2007 7:23 PM
- Catherine said...
Fee paid to ASU for being the sacrifice for Michigan's home opener.....$400,000.
Coming away with the upset....priceless!
- September 01, 2007 8:55 PM
- Alex said...
thanks for the money (and the win)
you may not have ever heard of us but I think you'll remember us
- September 01, 2007 11:16 PM
- John said...
One of the things that is most astonishing is that App turned the ball over THREE times in the second half. Simply couldn't be happier. Born in Michigan, OSU graduate. I'll call the UM Athletics office on Tuesday and request that they keep LLLLLLLoyd Carr on forever. Three consecutive L to OSU, three consecutive L in bowl games, now ASU.
the ESPN talking heads are stating that anyone who votes UM in the top 25 should have their voting rights recalled and that UM can never make it to the BCS.
Time to go online and buy a sweatshirt from my second favorite college, gotta go
- September 02, 2007 10:03 AM
- Michelle said...
Talk about "embarrassing," Benny. It's been said, but it bears repeating: thanks so much for the win and the $400K. Love ya. By the way, I thought everyone knew who Mary Ball Washington was.
- September 03, 2007 9:27 AM
- tayloradams1 said...
Dear Michigan fans,
My whole flight home from the game yesterday I wanted to pen a letter to your school newspaper but found this easier. What I wanted to write to the WHOLE school is a huge THANK YOU, I know you think I am about to hand it to about losing but I'm not. I am now you're biggest non-graduating fan ever!! From the time I reached the tailgate, our group was welcomed to Ann Arbor and was excited to ask about this little school AppSt8. When I got to the stadium, I was welcomed to the "Big House" multiple times and thanked everyone saying that. This is where I became a fan, I was the only App fan in my section, and everyone was unbelieveably cool to me. After the clock ran out, all the way back to the bus not a single UM fan said a negative thing, it was all "congrats" and "You guys came in here and did it right". I have never seen that kind of class in an opponent fan base EVER. I can only wish 2 things for you this year: 1. I hope you go undefeated the rest of the year. 2. That everyone in that stadium Sat. could come to Boone NC, put on their Michigan Football shirts and be treated with the class, kindness, and Southern hospitality you afforded me.
- September 03, 2007 9:28 PM
- ASU11 said...
Make fun of Appalachian all you want, but we all know who got their asses STOMPED in the end.
....And the "Hi-Hi-yi-ike us" bit? It's "hike". You know, as in mountains? You hike on them.
- September 04, 2007 3:50 PM
- Ashley said...
laugh it up...but who's yo daddy now...YOSEF! GO APP!!!
- September 04, 2007 7:01 PM
- Ashley said...
Laugh it up, but who's yo daddy now...YOSEF! GO APP!!!
- September 04, 2007 7:02 PM
- Greg said...
Michigan Fans,
I am with Mr. "TaylorAdams" above. The University of Michigan has some of the classiest supporters I have ever encountered. As my friends and I walked to the stadium from our hotel that morning, we were not met with a single negative comment from anyone donning the Maze and Blue. I even stopped to say, "Good luck today" to a group of fraternity brothers and heard a distant, "Wow, we'd never hear anything like that out of an OSU fan". As we weaved through the Michigan tailgate scene, we were stopped several times and treated with as much kindness and hospitality as any visiting team could hope for. After the game, I was again stopped several times and congratulated by Wolverine faithful on a game well played.
So again, Michigan fans, I give it up to you for your class and respect.
Greg A. / ASU Grad, class of 2007
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Orochimaru (S)
Orochimaru(s) returns, strong as ever and with some new tricks up his sleeve. But his body seems to be on borrowed time.Requirement to unlock: Mission: Return of the Snake
Second Skin
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Sorry to hear about what has happened, but I'm proud of what you have done.
Sorry to hear about what has happened, but I'm proud of what you have done.
Good for you, and I'm so glad you have great friends to help you with this hard time. Most probably you will soon have someone else on your mind and your heart, someone who will be worthier of you.
Magna Veritas
The healing process takes time, but I'm confident thar you'll get over him, and find someone worthy of you! Good luck xoxox
The guy sounds like a jerk, you should feel lucky that you got rid of him.
In his autumn, before the winter, comes man's last mad surge of youth
So right after your therapist said not to contact him...you do anyway.
Sometimes closure means getting the last word in.
"I'm gonna wash that man right out my hair" as the song went
Wash your hair with the shampoo and while doing so have that song playing right there in the bathroom. Then just throw the damn bottle away and be done with it.
Glad that you've handled it well. That douchebag deserves no respect. He deserves to be fed to the lions!
Now on to NSA fun fun fun!
Then a few months later, someone better!
"... You think the only people who are people
Are the people who look and think like you ..." - Colours of the Wind by Vanessa Williams
Empty gestures like this only fuel your own sense of drama and slow down the healing process instead of speeding it up
That we are capable only of being what we are, remains our unforgivable sin.
- Gene Wolfe
^ I see your point there. Throwing stuff away is an empty gesture. Sell his gifts on eBay/pawn shop to get you extra income in return. Now that IS closure!
I really hope I don't feel like you when/if my boyfriend and I break up. I thought i'll find solace in promiscuity and drugs.
The thing is you were alone the whole time. You just didn't know it. It seems the ex was no ex. It's interesting that he wanted to be caught.
Take care of yourself in healthy, positive ways. Stay close to your friends. Best wishes.
"Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind."--Dr. Seuss
You'll know you are ready for a real relationship again when the urge to tell the other guy how your ex hurt you isn't there.
Best of luck finding the right guy next time out.
Good job.
I would have caved though. You are strong.
Good job! I'd have gone ham too!!
You'll find someone much better
I make my bed with the stars above my head and dream of a place called home.
Go out for dinner and try to salvage a friendship.
The hurt may be there, but try to put that aside if you want a friendship.
"Its better to burn out than fade away"
I think you're making a mistake by staying in contact with him. Of course he feels bad NOW THAT HES BEEN BUSTED. Had you not caught him he wouldn't have thought a thing about cheating on you again and again. He played you for a fool, treated you like garbage and couldn't understand why you were upset. Do you really want to be friends with someone that treats you like that? You gave him the boot and now he's slowly worming his way back in. Remember how he made you feel. Remember what it felt like when he told you you needed to leave because his "ex" (which he isn't) didn't want you around. Remember how devastated you were when you found the condoms.
I've been there. I was cheated on by the person I loved more than anyone I've ever loved. I know the pain. I know I would have probably taken him back in the days after we brook up had I let him back in my life. Don't let him weasel his way back. He's only going to hurt you again.
My God. This guy is the biggest jackass I've ever heard of. How you kept from punching him dead in the face I'll never know. Please tell me you told him to NEVER contact you again. Block his number and emails. If he knocked on my door I'd throw a bucket of water on him and shut it without saying a word. He must have balls the size of oranges. Unbelievable. It was the "ex's" fault and he wants a fb. I think I would have dumped my dinner on top of his head and walked out, leaving him to pay the bill.
Well now you know the scum that he truly is. Good riddance to this horses ass.
Well at least you hopefully have the closure that you need to end any kind of relationship with your ex.
He must be pretty stupid to think that it would be a smart thing to just be friends with benefits. From the sound of things, he is way too immature to be involved in a committed relationship with anyone yet and he will only hurt anyone who tries it with him.
Well now at least you can move on and find someone who appreciates you.
That's good to hear. Any time you have contact with him you're just re opening those wounds. You've barely started the heal and these are deep cuts. It's going to take a lot of time to get over this. cut all ties. Tell him to never contact you again and if at all possible see a therapist. I did and it really helped. It's very helpful to sit down with someone that can help you sort out these feelings. In the meantime stop all contact. Your very vulnerable right now and he knows it. My guess is he's still in contact with his bf and they're relationship hasn't changed a bit. how many other guys does he have on the side that you dont know about? Make a clean and total break. I know it hurts but your better off without him. He'll be onto his next victim in no time.
First of all, I'm glad you broke things off and gained a bit of closure. It takes a lot to speak to someone you just broke up with. And to even send that email to his ex without cursing. That shows a huge amount of restraint. I think the majority of people, if given the chance would curse their asses off Now, you went to dinner with him and chatted with him for a couple of hours. Others have said it, you know it... stop remaining in contact with him. If he wants a friend with benefits, he can go on grindr or whatever. Memories can be nice, but definitely don't let it sway you back to him. And also, I'm glad you're seeing a counselor.
Keep us updated and stay strong!
For the love everything holy, stop talking to him.
Now, follow Liam's post break-up guide:
1) go get your hair done, and eyebrows (I'd recommend Robert Jeffrey on Halsted)
2) go buy yourself a new outfit - one in which you look fabulous
3) hit Berlin for a couple drinks
4) dance with random guys
5) go home with random guy and shag your brains out
Repeat as often as needed
Give a man a fish, he'll eat for a day.
Give a man religion, and he'll starve praying for a fish.
sorry. I forgot you said you are seeing someone. I hurt my back yesterday and the lortab affects my memory. lol
When I broke up with Igor it tore me to pieces. My therapist told me about the seven stages of grieving and that Im going to have to go through them before I should start dating again. I haven't dated anyone since and I know I'm going to have trust issues. It takes time. A lot of time to heal and every time you have contact with him the clock starts all over again. Don't let him keep doing that to you. Be sad. Be angry. It's ok. Just don't let him in your life any more. He doesn't deserve you as a friend or anything else. He screwed that up.
He didn't tell his bf about you because he isn't an ex. He's his bf and he was too stupid to think you'd call him on his bullshit. He probably told his bf you were a "friend or ex bf." The more I hear about this guy the bigger ass hat I think he is. Regardless cut off all contact. No more dinners, emails, texts etc. Rid yourself of this scum.
read about the stages of grief. you didn't fall in love with him in 2 weeks. It's going to take longer than that to get him out of your mind. The old saying "time heals all wounds". is partly true. In time it will affect you less. You will never forget him but you will learn to accept that he is no longer a part of your life. It will get better. time, time and time. keep yourself busy with friends, family, work, anything to keep your mind off of him.
I think your hurt comes more from his ongoing relationship with his "ex" rather than the fact he had sex. What would have hurt me was the fact I was led to believe it was over when it wasn't.
Block him and until you do delete any messages before reading them.
"Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind."--Dr. Seuss
Counsellor says not to contact him. You do.
People said stay away form him. You have dinner.
Even though you could easily find out how to block him on test and email, you don't.
Even though you know it is childish and shows how hurt and vulnerable you are, you send a message about condoms.
You just want to relive the pain again and again it seems.
The way to heal is to recognize that you are stronger than your anger and depression. Not to keep letting your ex have complete control over your every minute every hour of every day.
You need to get to the point of indifference and the faster you do this, the better.
Until you get there, you counsellor is going to have an uphill battle trying to help you through this.
I don't want anything from you.
This is a no flame zone and I'm giving you advice. Good advice. I've been there and had to deal with it. Also with emotions. And with support of friends.
And the best advice I always got was to get to a state that is the opposite of love and hate...indifference. To not let the other person still have control over me by giving them that opportunity and that power. By constantly remaining in touch you allow him the opportunity to hurt you again and again and to nurse each wound afresh.
By engaging in the back and forth, you don't give yourself the opportunity to actually move on.
The only way to win this game is to not play.
And that is good advice from someone who has been in your place.
Well there now.
You are already on the road to recovery if you are no longer crying or moping about. Once you have talked yourself out about him and have nothing left to say to your friends about what a disgusting piece of shit he is....you will find that he doesn't occupy that much space in your brain any more.
Can't imagine why you'd still be missing a low life douche nozzle like him....he must have been good in bed....but for the rest of it....he probably lied to you from the first day to the last day you spent together. You can't miss that?
Enjoy your family for the holidays. Then turn around and this time, on the way back...set yourself some adventures. Look up places or attractions you've never visited. Learn new things. Meet some new people along the way. Start replacing the brooding time thinking about what an anal wart he is with experiences that now belong only to you. And push yourself a bit. No one is expecting you to arrive back home and feel totally healed, but hey you'll be well along the way.
BTW. Have you had a bonfire and burned all his stuff yet? While you are at it, take anything (that is cheap) that is yours, but reminds you of him and throw it on the pyre. If there still are items that cause you particular pain...pack them away for 6 months or so.
Not because you're stronger, or because you don't think it is worth caring about any more. But because you will have done all the thinking you have to do, and you will know it like the back of your hand. It takes time to work it all through. But as you have already discovered, that doesn't have to stop you from getting on with the rest of your life while that happens.
I hope you have a good holiday and a good year in 2013.
and to me it seems as if he was ready, and needed, to confront him
OP: Congratulations and best of luck
Hmm ok congratulations might sound weird, i'm just happy you are better, and you seemed (mostly) mature about it. and after all, it is better to find out now than later..
Anyway, stay well!!
Keep up the good work. Doesn't it feel good to recognise you really don't need cunts like that in your life?
is there no way to block his number?
But you should probably realise that texts and calls will always make someone feel shitty, and it's impossible to control your emotions so I wouldn't worry about working towards having no feelings about his attempts at contacting you. They'll fade eventually. Just focus on yourself, your own happiness, dreams, life goals and keep yourself occupied with work and friends and you'll think less and less about him and his attempts.
You're fighting the realisation that he is an asshole. When you accept that he is an asshole, his actions or texts will no longer have power over you. In your mind you are still hoping he will turn out to be the person you wanted him to be, the potential you saw in him rightly or wrongly.
But when you believe that he is the asshole you don't want him to be, you will stop crying, and your post will say "My ex texted me again. I don't know what it said because I just deleted it. I'm going out for coffee now, and maybe later I'll head to the art gallery with a friend."
You seem determined to let him have all this power over you.
You could have refused to let him in.
At this stage, you and only you are allowing him to hurt you by having this constant contact.
I think that if he'd wanted to cum, he would have pitched in.
He most likely got what he needed.
You got what you needed.
Gonna see him again?
all your friends...including those you may not recognize yet....know the guy is a defective douche nozzle.......
Hopefully at some point you will become angry enough to realize it and then make plans to piss on his grave when he is dead.
Well. Firstly. The Anxiety attack.
4 by 4 breathing exercises.
Relax first. Slowly count to 4.
Breathe in and slowly count to 4.
Breathe out and slowly count to 4.
Slowly count to 4.
Do this 4 times.
Next. Choose your favourite comfort food to order in.
Invite a friend in.
Talk about what a turd your ex was.
There are people out there who care for you. Your ex is not one of those.
No one said this would be easy, but fortunately, you are strong.
You have to remember that none of this is your fault.
Then, take a deep breath, close your eyes, and say, "I am strong and I will get through this."
I hesitate to say this -- but I will. You are now 5 weeks out from this breakup. Stop whining and get on with your life. You have invested too much emotional baggage in this creep.
That is unless wallowing in "woe is me" serves some emotional need. In which event you need better therapy than you're getting.
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RACE TIMES: The Men's 8k race begins at 9:00am followed by the Women's 6k at 10:00am.
COURSE: The course will include varied terrain on grass and dirt trails with sidewalk crossings. The Start will be on the North Campus Athletic Fields and the Finish will be inside Triton Track and Field Stadium. Refer to course maps below (PDF download).
Men's 8k Course Map (click here)
Women's 6k Course Map (click here)
Restrooms, lockers and showers are available in the Spanos Building (located above Triton Track and Field Stadium).
AWARDS: Awards will be presented at 11:00 am (or approximately 15 minutes after the completion of the women's race) in Triton Track and Field Stadium.
RESULTS: Men's Results | Women's Results


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Schumaker's contributions to the rail industry were well recognized. He held at least three patents, two for Pandrol clips and the third for a switch plate design. For all his professional accomplishments, his sense of humor is one characteristic friends and colleagues will miss the most.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, March 2, 2013 at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 2425 Market Street Extension, officiated by Rev. Jay Martin. A celebration of Jon's life will follow at the Cypress Landing Bay Club in the Cypress Landing Community.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Church of the Good Shepherd, 2425 Market Street Extension, Washington, NC 27889 or to Vidant Health, Service League of Greenville Inpatient Hospice, c/o PCMH Foundation, Post Office Box 8489, Greenville, N.C. 27835-8489.


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So pretty Tiffany!ReplyDelete
Great Job!
Tiffany.. you should try Darling lipstick by GOSH.ReplyDelete
In comparison of MAC Creme d' Nude.
I'll send you one if you cant get a hold of one.
So creamy.
I first heard it from lollipop26 when she raved it.
I like this look a lot!ReplyDelete
I love Kim... you recreated the look beautifully! Great job :)ReplyDelete
i love it! amazing!ReplyDelete
I love your videos so much! You make it look so easy. Happy Valentines Day!ReplyDelete
You always do the most amazing spot on recreations. Great job!!!ReplyDelete
This is beautiful! :)ReplyDelete
I agree with Bekka75, you always make it look so easy! But it's not! You've got skills Tiffany!! Love you blog and youtube channel!ReplyDelete
Fabulous tricks of the trade and a steady hand.Keep it going...........ReplyDelete
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I wanted to let you know that I just found your blog (linked from Saltwater Dreams) and I love it!ReplyDelete
Love this look, Kim K's makeup is almost always flawless!ReplyDelete
Yes this is a brilliant look!!! thank you for sharing this on V-Day! THANK YOU !!!!ReplyDelete
Whenever I go for a while without watching one of your vids, I forget how much I like them, in comparison to all the others.ReplyDelete
Amazing, Tiffany!ReplyDelete
Amazing¡¡Without words.ReplyDelete
That looks great. I would have seened that and freaked out but you made it look so easy. Cant wait to try it.ReplyDelete
Have to be totally honest...i actually like YOUR look better than your inspiration pic!ReplyDelete
HELLO TIFFANYReplyDelete
're Prettier Kim
WOW! You are truly talented!!ReplyDelete
i love this look! p.s. u remind me of celine dion.ReplyDelete
You do such an amazing job at make-up and you truly are an inspiration! On top of being beautiful and great at what you do, you seem so genuine and funny on camera and really down to earth. I really appreciate that! You are definitely my favorite guru!! Keep it up!
I think you did a really great job recreating the look. It's perfect. :D I love the sharp line between each wing. I think that's what makes it look purposeful :)ReplyDelete
woah you're eyebrows are getting WAY too thin.ReplyDelete
i think you're really talented and this look was well done though, its just that i would want someone to tell me as well
What is yoyr nail polish?ReplyDelete
look like chanel :)
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Great Job with this look! Also one of my favorite looks that I've done on Kim. - Mario DedivanovicReplyDelete
very interesting i'll definitely try it!ReplyDelete
I just wanted to say I love your blog! I stumbled upon it while searching on youtube for "poufy ponytails" yours is great by the way. Anyway I think it's so cool you take the time to do this blog and all the great tutorials! I was just thinking it would be so great to see your complete cosmetic collection I could only imagine!ReplyDelete
Hi, I just started watching and I love your videos! I love this Kim K look. I tried it and the funny thing is I am better at the eyeliner part than the eye shadow, but I'm learning. Thanks for posting this! :)ReplyDelete
ohmygosh i just saw you video beacuse it was on the youtube homepage and it was so amazing. I have trouble doing my eye makeup sometimes but this video really helped. thanks so much i you look really beautiful in this video....i love the hair :)ReplyDelete
Very nice I love it as usual xo mwReplyDelete
gorgeous! i can't wait to try this out.ReplyDelete
sooo gorgeous!ReplyDelete
I love your nail polish in this video. Can you tell me what it is? Thanks!ReplyDelete
I love this look! I'm going to try it tonight! xo TReplyDelete
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your blog and youtube channel are great btw!
ur version is prettier... absolutely love it especially the blush application is perfection!ReplyDelete
I gotta say, I LOVE your tutorials! You make everything look so easy!ReplyDelete
2 thoughts:
1) Bring in 'guests' where you do their make-up. Different skin colors and eye shapes would be great to see.
2)Did you happen to catch Victoria Beckham on "The View"? She looked amazing and I'd love your take on how to achieve the same look.
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Does anyone know where to get another version of this beautiful lipstick? Such as Revelon or anything that can be bought over the counter. Maceys is quite a ways for me to drive but I love this color, I think its very feminine and youthful and is a nice color when you have smaller lips. I would appreciate knowing if anyone knows. And $14 for lipstick is a bit hefty but I know it probably lasts a long time.
Also, I love this eyeshadow palette. Does Mac have a smaller palette with these type of colors already in it? Buying them separately is expensive but I think this is a classic smokey black look and with the grey and other colors, its very classy and one I would wear alot. If anyone knows, please email me at firstname.lastname@example.com...I thought there was some way to reply to these posts, I know because someone replied to one of mine but I dont see it here now, oh well :) Tx
Love your blog tiffany :)ReplyDelete
Please check mine out too!
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i'm from brazil, nd i found your videos on youtube and i just loooooooved them!
you do so many wonderful things!
i just loved this post, and your profile photo is just amazing!
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i would love to chat with you!
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i'm from brazil, nd i found your videos on youtube, and i just looooooooved them!
it's just perfect!this post is amazing and your profile photo is just amazing!!
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This looks super great on you, excellent job Tiffany!ReplyDelete
this video was great. I tried the look out and it turned out fab! thank you so much.ReplyDelete
Where did you get your earrings? I love them!!!ReplyDelete
OMGG.you completly nailed ittt! You're so prettyyy!!! xoxoReplyDelete
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Beautiful!!!! Tks so much!!! I love your blog!!!ReplyDelete
wow...it looks exactly the same...i love kim's make-upReplyDelete
Tiffany I absolutely adore this look! You're gorgeous and so helpful!ReplyDelete
Thanks! ooxx
Loving this!!!ReplyDelete
Love your blog sooo much! Your makeup looks 10x better than hers btw :)ReplyDelete
I'll definitely be trying this look!
Just letting you know I posted the link and video in my Friday Favs on my blog :)ReplyDelete
I really like the colors of the shadows .. I love ... and also they are easy to apply.ReplyDelete
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hey girl could you put the names of the brushes you used as well next to all of the makeup you used. this would help a lot thanks!ReplyDelete
It took me forever to watch this video, but it was tottaly worth it! Thank you for the inspiration, definitely going to use it at a wedding next saturday ;)ReplyDelete
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hey tiffany, love your videos! What brand and color nailpolish are you wearing in this video?ReplyDelete
Beautiful!!!!! I love your blog!!!ReplyDelete
hi was wondering if you can help me.. im hispanic nut im like light tan.. and i love this makeup that u did... i will send a picure oif myself, can u tell me what makeup type i should be wearing.. the Painterly Paint Pot, like which shade looks best on me.. thanks so much for the help!!ReplyDelete
The Mac Shadestik is discontinued. Do you have a suggestion for an alternative?ReplyDelete


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A public meeting on 'Large dams in West Africa: how to reconcile energy production, food security and conservation of ecosystems' was held in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso on March 13.
IUCN in collaboration with International Relief and Development (IRD) and the French Institute, organized the event within the framework of the 'Maquis des sciences', an open discussion platform between scientists and the public.
After viewing the IUCN/ECOWAS documentary 'Large Dams in West Africa: Building the Dialogue' (view video here), the audience consisting of scientists and participants from the public were able to discuss issues pertaining to dam development and livelihood security. The central theme of the evening revolved around the question "It is possible to reconcile the objectives of national/regional development (water, energy, food security), with the objectives of local development and conservation of ecosystems for the benefit of affected communities?"
Mr. Moumini Savadogo, Head of Programme, IUCN Burkina Faso; Hervé Levite, Technical Adviser, Water Resources Coordination Center, Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS); Mr. Sebgo Abdou, Secretary General of the National Committee on Dams in Burkina Faso; Mr. Bassiaka Dao, President of the Farmers Confederation in Burkina Faso (CPF); and Ms. Karla Krieger, Policy Adviser at the Department of Agricultural Research in Vienna, formed the panel discussion and answered issues and concerns raised by the audience.
For more information on IUCN's Dialogue on Dams in West Africa, please visit this website. The initiative also instigated the report: 'Decision-making and Dialogue relating to large dams and hydraulic infrastructures' which is available in French (PDF) and English (PDF).
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One-year deal gives shortstop chance to revive career after ankle injury in '11
By Ian Browne /12/27/12 3:59 PM ET
BOSTON -- Not only is Stephen Drew completely over the gruesome right ankle injury he suffered in July 2011, but he estimates that his overall health is the best that it's ever been.
If that belief holds up through the rigors of the 162-game season, the Red Sox might wind up with one of the best bargains of 2013.
Drew and the Red Sox officially announced a one-year deal on Wednesday that will be worth $9.5 million.
For a 29-year-old shortstop with solid defensive skills and pop in his bat, that could be money well spent.
"I'm really excited to be there [in Boston] and I know it's going to be a good fit for me," Drew said in a conference call on Thursday.
In signing Drew, the Red Sox have kept with their winter-long strategy of signing veteran players to short-term deals.
Red Sox fans hope this signing is reminiscent of another deal Boston made with a Scott Boras client three winters ago in third baseman Adrian Beltre.
Beltre had a major revival during his one year in Boston, and perhaps the same can happen for Drew.
Drew will wear No. 7 -- just like his brother, J.D. Drew, who played for Boston from 2007 until his retirement after the 2011 season. The Drews are the 11th set of brothers to play for the Red Sox, the last being Pedro and Ramon Martinez.
Drew, who turns 30 in March, split last season between the D-backs and the A's as he came back from a nasty break of his right ankle, an injury sustained in 2011.
"He was one of the better everyday shortstops in baseball for quite a stretch there," Red Sox assistant general manager Brian O'Halloran said on Wednesday. "And then he had the really bad ankle fracture that he suffered in 2011, and it took him the full year to get back out playing, which is understandable. It's a really, really difficult injury. But he played well down the stretch, and he also helped out Oakland in their stretch drive into the playoffs after the trade.
"We brought him in for a physical exam, and our folks were very pleased with his progress. It's obvious to them how hard he had worked given the nature of that injury, how hard he had worked to strengthen it. We feel that he's going to be fully healthy for us and is going to make us a better team. We're excited to have him."
While a big market can rattle some players, the reverse effect is that it can greatly increase the status of someone who thrives in a more scrutinized environment.
J.D. Drew played for the Red Sox from 2007-11, helping the team win a World Series his first year and coming up with some more big hits in October the following year. However, injuries and underperformance were a story line throughout his $70 million tenure in Boston.
But that isn't causing J.D.'s younger sibling any trepidation.
"I'm laid back, but probably put a little more emotion on my shoulder," Stephen Drew said. "You know, at the end of the day, me and J.D., I'm a different person than J.D. and J.D. is a different person than me. I always told people coming into it, playing shortstop, I had a little more pressure, playing in the middle infield, and I've kind of dealt like that.
"I've always kind of been under my two older brothers. It's kind of nothing new to me. At the same time, I kind of look at J.D. as a role model for me. I always have. We carry ourselves, looking at people that look at us, as a role model for little kids. I really don't throw my helmet. I don't throw my bat. You'll see that. You guys have probably seen that when I played there.
"There's times it will get frustrating. But at the end of the day, me and J.D. are a little different. I've always been geared to play the game. I love to play the game. I respect J.D. I look up to him a lot, learned things from him that have always been with me and stayed with me, but at the same time, we're totally different players. I like to have fun, cut up and have a good time as well."
J.D. Drew gets aggravated when his brother is unfairly labeled.
"What aggravates me is that he's been kind of lumped into an 'injury-prone' kind of deal. Stephen's never been injury-prone. This guy has played 150 games a year for most of his career until he breaks his leg in half," J.D. Drew told MLB.com last week. "And then, of course, you can't do anything in the middle of the season. You play 70 or 80 games, you have a broken leg, of course you're going to miss most of the next year trying to come back from it.
"'Oh, he's as brittle as J.D.' No, that's crazy. I think he's going to come back with a really nice season, and you've got to understand, what made me more frustrated was Arizona throwing him under the bus like he hadn't given them anything over a four- or five-year career."
Stephen Drew looks forward to proving to everyone just how healthy his ankle is now.
"The ankle is doing tremendous," Drew said.
Drew hit just .193 with two home runs in 40 games and 155 plate appearances for the D-backs but did better once he was dealt to the upstart A's, with five home runs and a .250/.326/.382 line. He had a mutual option for $10 million that both he and the A's declined in favor of a $1.35 million buyout.
With Drew in the fold, youngster Jose Iglesias is pushed to another year at Triple-A Pawtucket. The 22-year-old has an incredible glove, but he hit just .118 in 77 Major League plate appearances last season.
Iglesias will have pressure from within the system, too, with slugging 20-year-old shortstop Xander Bogaerts right on his heels. Bogaerts finished the 2012 season at Double-A Portland, and he did just as well there as he did at Class A Salem. Bogaerts, Boston's No. 1 prospect as ranked by MLB.com, had a .307/.373/.523 line between both levels and figures to start again at Portland in 2013.
According to FanGraphs.com, Drew was a plus defensive shortstop by Ultimate Zone Rating from 2009-11.
Entering his eighth Major League season, Drew hasn't spent any time in the American League outside the stint with Oakland. Arizona took him as the 15th overall pick in the 2004 First-Year Player Draft, and he's a lifetime .265/.328/.433 hitter. He reached double-digit homers from 2007-10 but hasn't been able to get enough plate appearances the last two seasons.


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