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"We used this card as a valentine's day card this year. It was so cute. I loved the simplicity of the design with the nesting hearts. We got lots of compliments on our card too."
"This is a very sweet announcement and such a nice quality. I never expected to choose such a busy card. We wanted something classic and simple, but this card just fit my sweet daughter and her pose/expression/little floral bow perfectly. Once I changed the font to Mama Script for her name, I was really sold. We didn't change anything else and left the back as is and went with semi-glossy. I did round the corners, which makes the card seem just that much sweeter and feminine. Just a heads up: While my original photo looked great on my computer, once it was on the preview card it seemed pretty dull, so I took a chance by editing it to be lighter/brighter/deeper saturated and re-uploaded the new picture (took a few tries before the preview looked close enough to the original). I loved how they turned out!"
"This announcement came out beautifully! Most people I sent it to framed it and kept it. Very good paper quality and design."
"Received our birth announcements in the mail yesterday and they look great! The editing tools were a cinch, and they arrived well before the estimated delivery date. We are very pleased."
"We used a sepia photo (a close up) of our baby girl. Because she is our second daughter we edited the top line to include the word "new" (Introducing our NEW Little Lady). The announcements arrived quickly. The quality of the paper and printing is very nice. These do not look like cheap announcements - they look as they should - like professional quality birth announcements. Everyone who has seen these gasps and tells me how beautiful they are."


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AnnaLisa is a member of The Motley Fool Blog Network -- entries represent the personal opinion of the blogger and are not formally edited.
Just 35 days until Black Friday as of this writing. The latest news is that Target (NYSE: TGT) will price match certain online sites (i.e. Amazon.com, Bestbuy.com, Toysrus.com) after announcing in mid-September that it was going to sit out the hoopla. And the company has further announced that hot toys can be scanned with QR codes on smart phones so the little ones will be surprised for the holidays. It also looks like Macy's will open at midnight after a Black Friday coupon was leaked.
All this cloak and dagger is worthy of a Tom Clancy novel. Personally, I'd rather be in an underground bunker (like the one the aforementioned author built himself) than shopping on Black Friday. If you intend to man the barricades, here is a link to camping out tips. It's also good for waiting in Apple iPhone lines.
Seriously, the big retailers are playing chicken with their Black Friday ads to see who can hold out the longest and get wind of competitor's deals. But there comes a point when the news has to come out to give avid shoppers time to plan their mission strategy.
We all know it's going to be a mess out there, but you can still be at home on Black Friday and trade the market instead, if you like. I've said it before and I'll say it again: Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) and Wal-Mart (NYSE: WMT) will be the big winners, with a tie for third between eBay (NASDAQ: EBAY) and Target. I know of several people that shop Black Friday and turn it around on eBay. In fact, one person calls their business, unofficially, eBay Saturday.
Amazon is supposed to have its own Black Friday deals. I don't think the Best Buy and Target strategy to stop customers from using them as showrooms for Amazon will work that well. The plan is to make customers go to the physical customer service desks to get the price matching. And note that it's price matching, not price bettering. Still, that won't deter shoppers for whom storming the stores on Black Friday is more traditional than loosening the belt after turkey dinner. Wal-Mart is the winner with those shoppers.
Wal-Mart wants to elbow out Amazon, but their customer bases are so different that it's hard to understand the point of their retail war. Wal-Mart is the solid, stolid name with a yield of 2.10% and a reasonable P/E of 16.24, while Amazon remains the high-growth choice (P/E 301 and forward P/E lower at 103.99), but both can peacefully co-exist in your portfolio. Target has its points, too, but Wal-Mart and Target are much too much alike for a diversified portfolio. The same goes for eBay (P/E of 16.95) and Amazon, even as their businesses have diverged, with eBay's PayPal taking off and Amazon going into electronic devices and the cloud.
Ebay just reported Q3 earnings on Oct. 17 and announced PayPal was the main contributor to the 22% increase in net income, but guided holiday earnings pretty much in line with analyst expectations. CEO John Donahoe said the company's main emphasis is streamlining PayPal for use with mobile technology. He also cited changes to the eBay auction site, with Pinterest-like photos and story boards, as well as competing with Amazon and Wal-Mart for same-day delivery with some auction site items.
Close competitor Amazon reports on Oct. 25. It's off almost 7% from its high. The company is really gearing up for the holidays, hiring over 50,000 workers.
Target has a higher yield than Wal-Mart (2.30%) and a lower P/E of 14.45, but Target's waffling over Black Friday should have shareholders concerned. With only five weeks to go everything should be in place already. Target and Wal-Mart both report on Nov. 15. By then there will be more clues as to who the Black Friday victors will be. Until then, it seems things are under wraps.
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High Concrete Structures of Denver, Pa., has now developed just the answer to wide-load hauling blues. Inventors Kenneth C. Baur of Mohnton, Pa., Kathleen M. Scholz of Shillington, Pa., William L. Whary of Mohnton, Pa., and Rand Henry of Nottingham, Pa., have developed the answer in a new "Loading Fixture." The group has actually received three patents over the past 3 years for development of this new hauling technique.
In essence, the invention allows the shipper to position wide concrete structures on a truck in such a way as to minimize the reach envelope, or what the inventors call the effective width of the product, by tilting the structures. The invention also provides tilts of 30 to 50 degrees from horizontal to accommodate most load parameters.
The invention has a series of locators that support the product during transport. The fixture also includes a rotating mechanism to further adjust the weight of large cargo, avoid binding, and help to focus the center of gravity of the cargo so that it can be rotated manually without heavy equipment.
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Here are some of the latest health and medical news
developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay:
San Francisco Bans Some Fast-Food Toys
A proposal to ban fast-food restaurants from giving free toys
with children's meals that are high in fat, sugar or salt was
approved Tuesday by San Francisco's Board of Supervisors.
Tuesday's 8-3 final approval of the legislation means that San
Francisco could become the first U.S. city with this type of law,
meant to combat childhood obesity. It could go into effect in
December 2011, the
San Francisco Chronicle reported.
The law will allow restaurants to offer free toys with healthy
children's meals.
"This is a simple and modest policy that holds fast-food (businesses) accountable and it allows toys with kids' meals if basic nutritional standards are met," said Supervisor Eric Mar, the legislation's chief sponsor, the Chronicle reported.
Mayor Gavin Newsom has said he would veto the legislation, but
it received the eight votes needed to override his veto.
Cal-Maine Recalls 288,000 Eggs
Possible salmonella contamination has prompted the recall of
288,000 eggs sold by Cal-Maine Foods Inc., the largest egg seller
in the United States.
The company said salmonella was detected at the Ohio farm that
supplied the eggs. The farm, Ohio Fresh Eggs, has financial ties to
Jack DeCoster, the owner of Wright County Egg, which was involved
in a massive egg recall earlier this year, reported
CBS News and the
Associated Press.
The recalled eggs were packaged in early October and shipped to
food wholesalers and retailers in Arkansas, California, Illinois,
Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas, Cal-Maine said.
The company said it wasn't notified of the salmonella problem at
the Ohio farm until Nov. 5. There have been no reported illnesses,
CBS News/AP reported.
For more information, consumers can call Cal-Maine at
1-866-276-6299 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CDT.
Parents Can't Hide Stress From Children: Survey
Parents aren't very good at hiding their stress and worry from
their children, according to a new survey released by the American
Psychological Association.
The Harris Interactive online poll of 1,136 youngsters ages 8 to
17 years old found that 91 percent said there are a number of ways
they know when their parents are stressed,
USA Today reported.
Those signs include parents yelling (34 percent), parents
arguing with other people in the home (30 percent), and parents
being too busy or don't have time to spend with children (18
The survey also found that 32 percent of young people believe
that their parent has been "really worried or stressed out about
things" in the past month, while only 6 percent said their parent
is never stressed,
USA Today reported.
Parents try to protect their children from stress, but these
findings show "that children are able to see through that," said
APA CEO Norman Anderson.
"It's actually better to talk with your kids about the fact that the parent is having challenges," he said. "The key message is 'We're going to address these difficulties and we'll be OK. We'll get through this.' "
Cholera Treatment Centers Set Up in Port-au-Prince
The spread of cholera into Haiti's capital has triggered a rush
to establish treatment centers across Port-au-Prince.
"We expect transmission to be extensive and we have to be prepared for it, there's no question," Dr. Jon K. Andrus, deputy director of the Pan-American Health Organization, told journalists Tuesday, the Associated Press reported.
"We have to prepare for a large upsurge in numbers of cases and be prepared with supplies and human resources and everything that goes into a rapid response," he said.
The spread of Haiti's cholera epidemic from river towns in the
countryside to the capital is a dangerous development, says the
The first case of cholera that originated in Port-au-Prince was
confirmed Monday and two more cases were confirmed Tuesday, the
AP reported.
FDA Managers Cleared of Wrongdoing
U.S. Food and Drug Administration managers did not pressure or
harass agency scientists into approving medical devices such as CT
scanners and MRI machines against their judgment, according to
federal investigators.
This is the second time this year that the allegations have been
dismissed by the office of inspector general for the Department of
Health and Human Services, which oversees the FDA, the
Associated Press reported.
After the first finding was released in February, the inspector
general agreed to reopen the investigation at the request of
advocacy groups and federal lawmakers, who said the first
investigation was too narrow in scope.
In a one-page memo dated Oct. 14, the inspector general says the
second investigation found "no evidence of retaliation" against the
agency's medical device reviewers and concludes that "this case is
closed," the
AP reported.
The nine current and former FDA scientists alleged that managers
improperly overruled their opinions about medical devices and
attempted to intimidate them when they made their concerns
New AMA Policy Covers Physicians' Use of Social Media
Privacy and appropriate conduct are major points included in a
newly released American Medical Association policy about
physicians' use of social media.
"Using social media can help physicians create a professional presence online, express their personal views and foster relationships, but it can also create new challenges for the patient-physician relationship," Dr. Mary Anne McCaffree, an AMA board member, said in an association news release. "The AMA's new policy outlines a number of considerations physicians should weigh when building or maintaining a presence online."
The policy recommends physicians:
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Best and Worst Player
Best Player
Goal Choice
R. MontolivoMilan Position: Midfielder
Fan Choice
R. MontolivoMilan Position: Midfielder
Worst Player
Goal Choice
F. RoncagliaFiorentina Position: Defender
Fan Choice
M. BalotelliMilan Position: Attacker
Team Ratings
E. Viviano
Little he could do about Montolivo's well-placed opener, after being dreadfully exposed by Pizarro, or Flamini's second, but kept his side in contention with a point-blank range stop from El Shaarawy.
S. Savić
Looked solid and pretty impressive in possession before he was rather unfortunately forced off less than 30 minutes in through injury.
F. Roncaglia
Initially combined well with Cuadrado down the right-hand side but faded as an attacking force as he began to struggle defensively.
M. Pasqual
The captain led by example from start to finish. Very nearly drew his side level on the half hour with a well-struck free kick.
N. Tomović
Had been struggling to get to grips with Balotelli before a poor first touch ultimately resulted in a red card for an alleged professional foul. It was harsh, though, as the Serb had not been the last man.
A. Aquilani
Struggled to get into the game, with his frustration manifesting itself in a series of niggly fouls and an over-the-top reaction to Tomovic's dismissal. However, he was greatly improved in the second half, playing a key role in Fiorentina's fightback.
D. Pizarro
Had already given the ball away a couple of times with poorly executed passes before gifting Milan the lead by getting caught in possession by Montolivo some 25 yards from his own goal. Recovered well, though, showing impressive composure in slotting home is crucial penalty.
J. Cuadrado
Looked menacing enough whenever he was released into space on the right wing but appeared on the verge of a red card himself after seeing Tomovic given his marching orders. Calmed down, though, and earned his side a penalty with his quick feet.
Borja Valero
Neat and tidy in possession, the Spaniard played with great intelligence and, unlike many of his team-mates, never lost his cool at any point.
S. Jovetić
The gamble to start the Montenegrin backfired badly, with the Viola's star man forced off just before the break. Up until that point, he had looked desperately out of sorts, managing just one decent effort on goal.
A. Ljajić
Fiorentina's liveliest attacker, the Serb was in the process of going from one end of the field to the other when he was cynically tugged back by Montolivo midway through the first half. Took revenge by earning and scoring a second-half spot-kick.
C. Abbiati
Very nearly made a mess of what should have been a routine save from Jovetic, but fared far more impressively with a couple of stinging strikes from Pasqual. Unable to keep out either penalty, though he got close to Pizarro's.
I. Abate
Defended stoutly and offered a decent attacking outlet down the right-hand side, whipping over a couple of inviting crosses, as well as setting up Flamini for a great chance early in the second half.
C. Zapata
Calm and composed at the back, his confidence there for all to see in the way in which he repeatedly stepped out of defence to get Milan moving in the right direction.
P. Mexès
Instigated one dangerous attack with a measured cross-field ball, but focused mainly on his defensive duties, which he performed effectively and with the minimum of fuss.
M. De Sciglio
Caused problems whenever he ventured forward, linking well with El Shaarawy at times, and was doing a decent job keeping Cuadrado quiet until a rash challenge with 17 minutes remaining ultimately cost his side two points.
M. Flamini
Looked keen to get forward in support of Milan's attacking triumverate right from the start and could have got his name on the scoresheet eight minutes into the second period but shot straight at Viviano. Made amends, though, just a few minutes later by deflecting Montolivo's cross home.
K. Boateng
Unluckily saw a splendidly executed volley chalked off for an offside against Balotelli but that was to be the higlight of an otherwise disappointing afternoon.
R. Montolivo
A stray early pass from the skipper was greeted with a huge roar of approval from the home fans, but the former Fiorentina man silenced his critics with a well-taken goal, after dispossessing Pizarro just outside the Viola area, before creating a second for Flamini with driven cross.
S. Muntari
Industrious as ever but was a red card waiting to happen on account of his annoying indiscipline. Belatedly booked after the second of two quickfire fouls on Aquilani right on half-time, so wisely withdrawn by Allegri at the break.
S. El Shaarawy
El Shaarawy looked capable of making something every time he got on the ball but that just wasn't often enough. Was responsible for getting Tomovic sent off but really should have buried a header from a Montolivo cross.
M. Balotelli
Proved an excellent target man, holding the ball up wonderfully well and creating openings with his deft lay-offs. Indeed, Fiorentina's players became so frustrated with Balotelli that they just resorted to kicking him every time he got the ball. Set-pieces were poor, though.
M. Compper
Made an unexpectedly early introduction in place of the injured Savic and wasted little time in letting Balotelli know he was there by immediately going right though the back of the forward. Defended well enough thereafter, though.
G. Migliaccio
Introduced in place of Ljacic as Montella successfully shut up shop late on.
Came on for the injured Jovetic in injury time at the end of the first half and put himself about without ever really looking like scoring.
A. Nocerino
Took over in midfield from Muntari at half-time and immediately brought more enthusiasm and attacking endeavour to Milan's midfield. However, then undid all his good work by bringing down Ljacic in the box.
M. Niang
Replaced Flamini for the closing stages as Milan went in search of a winner. He couldn't provide one, however.
G. Pazzini
Came on for Boateng with six minutes to go but did not get a clear sight of goal.


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Police said a 25-year-old male from Monson was driving a 2009 Kawasaki motorcycle when he and an SUV crashed head on just after 11 a.m.
According to officials, the man was transported to UMass Worcester by medical helicopter and has multiple injuries.
Police said speed may have been a factor.
They are continuing to investigate this and there will be more updates as we learn more information.
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42 U.S. Code § 5557 - Solar Energy Information Data Bank
(a) Establishment; utilization of other Federal agencies; information and data to be compiled; retrieval and dissemination services; utilization of existing scientific and technical information
(1) In carrying out his functions under this subchapter the Chairman, utilizing the capabilities of the National Science Foundation, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the Department of Commerce, the Atomic Energy Commission, and other appropriate Federal agencies to the maximum extent possible, shall establish and operate a Solar Energy Information Data Bank (hereinafter in this subsection referred to as the "bank") for the purpose of collecting, reviewing, processing, and disseminating information and data in all of the solar energy technologies referred to in section 5556 (c) of this title in a timely and accurate manner in support of the objectives of this subchapter.
(2) Information and data compiled in the bank shall include—
(A) technical information (including reports, journal articles, dissertations, monographs, and project descriptions) on solar energy research, development, and applications;
(B) similar technical information on the design, construction, and maintenance of equipment utilizing solar energy;
(D) physical and chemical properties of materials required for solar energy activities and equipment; and
(3) In accordance with regulations prescribed under section 5561 of this title, the Chairman shall provide retrieval and dissemination services with respect to the information described under paragraph (2) for—
(A) Federal, State, and local government organizations that are active in the area of energy resources (and their contractors);
(4) In carrying out his functions under this subsection, the Chairman shall utilize, when feasible, the existing data base of scientific and technical information in Federal agencies, adding to such data base any information described in paragraph (2) which does not already reside in such base. He shall coordinate or merge this data bank with other Federal energy information data banks as necessary to assure efficient and effective operation.
(b) Studies and research to promote consumer acceptance and utilization of solar energy technologies
In carrying out his functions under this subchapter the Chairman shall perform or cause to be performed studies and research on incentives to promote broader utilization and consumer acceptance of solar energy technologies.
(c) Coordination of solar energy technology utilization programs
The Chairman shall enter into such arrangements and take such other steps as may be necessary or appropriate to provide for the effective coordination of solar energy technology utilization with all other technology utilization programs within the Federal Government.
Source(Pub. L. 93–473, § 8,Oct. 26, 1974, 88 Stat. 1435.)
Transfer of Functions
Atomic Energy Commission abolished and functions transferred by sections 5814 and 5841 of this title. See also Transfer of Functions notes set out under those sections.
Functions of National Science Foundation relating to or utilized in connection with solar heating and cooling development transferred to Administrator of Energy Research and Development Administration by section 5814 (f) of this title. Energy Research and Development Administration terminated and functions vested by law in Administrator thereof transferred to Secretary of Energy (unless otherwise specifically provided) by sections 7151 (a) and 7293 of this title.
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Civil rights icon and Georgia congressman John Lewis is accusing John McCain and Sarah Palin of stoking hate, likening the atmosphere at Republican campaign events to those featuring George Wallace, the segregationist former governor of Alabama and presidential candidate. McCain's campaign has responded with a statement in the candidate's name, urging Barack Obama to repudiate Lewis's comments.
"What I am seeing reminds me too much of another destructive period in American history," Lewis said in a statement issued today for Politico's Arena forum. "Sen. McCain and Gov. Palin are sowing the seeds of hatred and division, and there is no need for this hostility in our political discourse."
Lewis didn't accuse McCain of imitating Wallace, but suggested there were similarities.
"George Wallace never threw a bomb," Lewis noted. "He never fired a gun, but he created the climate and the conditions that encouraged vicious attacks against innocent Americans who were simply trying to exercise their constitutional rights. Because of this atmosphere of hate, four little girls were killed on Sunday morning when a church was bombed in Birmingham, Alabama." Read more...
Racial epithets, cries of "Treason!" and "Terrorist!" and "Kill him!"--It's not like we weren't warned. Remember the Republican National Convention's mocking, mean-spirited speeches and rabid crowds? That was just the appetizer--a preview of where a McCain-led party was willing to go to get what they want. The hate-baiting and othering has been turned up to 11 as the electoral map swings to Obama and McCain claws to hang on to his last shot at presidential power by any means necessary.
Even John McCain seemed shocked at how well his campaign tactics have worked, when a woman at a recent rally proclaimed Barack Obama "an Arab" whom she could never vote for. Don't be shocked, John. Your party, via the reptilian tactics of Karl Rove and the rantings of blowhards like Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity, has stoked anger, fear and intolerance in the most susceptible Americans. Your party and its foot soldiers have told these people they are right in their prejudices against anything and anyone that is different. You have sold their bigotry as the mark of the true American defending an imperiled country. Open-mindedness, intellectualism, multiculturalism and global thinking (and Soddomites, coloreds, A-rabs, European socialists and heathens) are dangerous to the American way of life: Republicans have been droning that message to the base for eight years.
It is no surprise, then, that a presidential candidate who is a self-identified black man with a foreign-sounding name, a Harvard degree, a father who was raised a Muslim, relatives of Kenyan and Indonesian ancestry, time spent living abroad, an accomplished and outspoken wife, and a black liberation theology-teaching former pastor, seems like the devil incarnate. Barack Obama is everything the Republican Party has been telling its base to be afraid off. Campaign ads and Sarah Palin speeches that imply Obama isn't like us and that he "pals around with terrorists," coupled with stump introductions that invoke Obama's middle name, Hussein, like a black magic incantation-- they are matches to powder keg. And half-hearted words about respect, mumbled into the floor are not going to put out the fire.


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3 stars with easy access to the main communication routes, right in the city's commercial, cultural and leisure centre. The property is in front of to ...
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"The hotel offers 45 complete rooms with all all the services: complete bathroom, minibar air conditioning, tv, telephone, rdsi." ...
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Located in the commercial centre of Zaragoza, this hotel offers adequate equipment in all the rooms to make your stay the most grateful possible. ...
$70 Per Night
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The Husa Puerta De Zaragoza is located within the Estacion Zaragoza Delicias and has excellent links to transport, the Zaragoza Airport is 10 minutes away. ...
$60 Per Night
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Hotel Recently Built. Characterized Bu Contemporary Interior Decoration, It'S the Perfect Hotel For Bussiness and Leisure Trips. ...
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Situated within the historic city center just meters away from the Cathedral Square.Hotel Paris Centro is located right in the heart of the historic city ...
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The hotel is located in the historic and business center of Zaragoza, a few minutes from the AVE train station, the Pilar Basilica o la Seo. It is an urban ...
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The Hotel Goya enjoys a superb location right in the nerve-centre of the city. Briefly describe your facilities and serviceThe four-star Hotel Goya has ...
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18 tourist apartments are located in two separate historic buildings in a picturesque location: Casa Palacio de los Sitios, a building from the XVIII century ...
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A holiday, just a weekend, a test before you buy all reasons to rent a BMW R1200GS Adventure, the ultimate motorbike to explore the roads of Andalucia. GSheaven is located in Alhaurin el Grande just 25km from Malaga Airport....
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SteakhousePrice: $30 and under
- Dining Style: Casual Dining
- Website: http://www.smithfieldsashland.com/
- Phone: 5414889948x
- Hours of Operation:
Dinner: Monday - Sunday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm,
Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 10:00am - 2:30pm
- Payment Options: AMEX,Carte Blanche,Diners Club,Discover,JCB,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Organic, Steakhouse, Contemporary European
- Executive Chef: Neil Clooney
- Dress Code: Casual Dress
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Bar Dining, Beer, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Smoking Area, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Smithfields Restaurant and Bar located in Ashland, Oregon is a neighborhood steakhouse which specializes in sustainable "nose-to-tail" dining (utilizing the whole animal) and in-house charcuterie.Continued
We source our meat, fish, produce, beer and wine from over 20 independent and local suppliers to create our menus.
We source our meat, fish, produce, beer and wine from over 20 independent and local suppliers to create our menus.
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Smithfields reviews from OpenTable diners
107 reviews since May 25, 2014
- Food4.3Service4.1
- Ambiance4.1Noise LevelModerate
fit for foodies (66)great for outdoor dining (57)neighborhood gem (43)special occasion (34)great for brunch (25)good for groups (20)hot spot (16)romantic (13)notable wine list (11)scenic view (9)vibrant bar scene (9)kid-friendly (8)great for lunch (8)late-night find (5)Show More
- SmithfieldsnebulaDined on 9/19/2014The atmosphere outside was very nice and private. The service wasn't bad. It was our first time and we had been meaning to try the meat centric restaurant for a long time. The food did not meet our expectations. Perhaps we ordered the wrong items, but the fish and chips were too battered and not cooked fully and the fried chicken had a weird, almost slimy consistency. Both dishes were way over salted. The salad had nice flavors and the mash potatoes with crimini gravy was good. Not sure we will return with the prices being a little high...Special Features:
- Bummer BrunchruntoeatDined on 9/13/2014I read the reviews prior to making reservations for brunch and had great expectations upon presenting to the restaurant, but a few areas fell short. 1. My order was brought out cooked incorrectly and it took another 25 minutes to receive my food which, fortunately, was cooked correctly. 2. Service was spotty...communication between the wait staff was lacking. Overall, not a good impression on my first, and probably last, visit to this restaurant when Ashland has so many to chose from.Special Features:
- Great Ashland findRobynBDined on 9/12/2014Very forward thinking paleo influenced restaurant. Great local wine pairing. We'll be back on our next trip to Ashland.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Meat in Ashland...wggzreviewVIPDined on 9/12/2014Carnivores invited! This is a place to sink your k-nines into a great piece of meat. Even the OSF stars eat here...saw three leads enjoying themselves as couples. The bar is in the dinning area and makes for a good energy. The food was excellent!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Fun Spot!dine4funVIPDined on 9/11/2014This place is a kick! Very casual decor, waiters with lots of personality and helpful recommendations, and incredibly good food. We shared a heirloom tomato and watermelon salad that was the most amazing combination. The brisket and rib entrees we had were equally good. Serving sizes were generous and the prices quite reasonable. A great time was had by all!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- AveragecostosVIPDined on 9/8/2014This was our first time at Smithfields and it was better than the many pub style restaurants that have popped up in Ashland but still not anything to write home about. Obviously it is a place for carnivores so you should stick to the meat dishes. If you are in touch with your cardiologist on a regular basis, he marrow bone appetizer is excellent and generous, as was the pork belly main course. My hanger steak good if a bit more chewy than expected. The salmon was over cooked but so many places do that it is not surprising. The wine list is limited but very fairly priced. It won't make our list of "must go to' places in Ashland but we may be back if we are in Ashland for more than four dinnersSpecial Features:
- Best Brunchbrunch42Dined on 9/7/2014We truly enjoyed the food and service when we went for brunch on Sunday. Sadly we could not order everything on the menu at once. Luckily that means we will need to go back, and back, and try dinner too! The food tasted terrific. We enjoyed noting the sources of the food they were preparing.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Go HereBiscuitNEDined on 9/5/2014If you haven't been to Smithfields, go there. If you don't live in Ashland, go there and then go to Smithfields. As a carnivore, they are one of my favorite meat-centric restaurants. The menu is organized a little weird, but the 'bacon beignets' are on the left and everything on the left side is excellent. The service was excellent; at one point, the server moved an umbrella off the deck and tipped it over the provide a sun-block. Knew his stuff, suggested good wine-parings and was helpful without hovering. We had dinner outside ~6:30 and the place filled as we sat. Get a reservation. The sun set during the course of the meal, with us in shade before the valley below. Really nice view.Special Features:
- Great food and amazing servicetravelgirlDined on 9/5/2014The side portion of mac and cheese was superb, buy could feed to or three people. Only disappointment is you aren't guaranteed white or dark meet if you order chicken, so I passed on it and opted for steak. Loved the onion rings. The mash was average - I wouldn't pay for it as a side. The pork was moist and really well done. The servers, however, were beyond exceptional. You could tell they love what they do. Waiter was knowledgeable with great recommendations. Atmosphere was relaxed. Not too fancy and not too pub-like. Loved it. Will definitely return.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Paradise for Meat DishesRestaurantRomerVIPDined on 9/5/2014This is the place to go to in Ashland Oregon if your appetite is for high quality, excellently prepared meat dishes combined with innovative mixtures of locally grown vegetables. Very friendly atmosphere. The restaurant is very informally yet focused on the customer's satisfaction. It will be a go to spot on my return visits to Ashland.Special Features:
- Carnivores Delight!OpenTable Diner Since 2002VIPDined on 9/4/2014Brought an out of town guest & he was blown away...wants to dine here every time he comes to Ashland to visit us! Excellent service, and were very knowledgable, friendly, and very prompt with getting the food out when I said I had to eat & leave before the rest of my party. Looking forward to coming back soon & sitting in the beautfiful outdoor garden area!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Excellent foodTravellingGrandmaDined on 9/3/2014The food was well prepared and tasty. My husband's lamb porterhouse was a novelty and extremely tender. My hanger steak was quite good and the fries were top rate. Minuses: though the restaurant wasn't full, they tried to seat us next to a wall where there would be no elbow room -- we requested and were given a different table. I had wanted to order their excellent fried chicken and was told there would be a 45 minute wait, so I made another choice. Both of our main courses took 45 minutes anyhow! It was an effort to get our bill at the end.Special Features:
- Waiter left usOpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 8/31/2014Ordered a meal. Hanger steak very tough. Wife's duck confit. Waiter never returned to check on us. Cofit good. Needed bread but no one would stop to check on. Finally got it but had to pay extra for it.Special Features:
- Dine with an Oregon Iron ChefCruisingEmpressDined on 8/31/2014Smithfield's is one of my favorite restaurants. Owner Neil Clooney is a fabulous chef and the ever-changing menu is always exciting. In summer the patio is delightful and host Dee and her staff are gracious and welcoming. Although it specializes in meat dishes, vegetarians can always find something delectable. Try "yesterday's soup" for starters. Lots of hard surfaces so a bit noisy but worth it--also great selection of cocktails and draft beer.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Decent brunch, but the wait...PDXTravlrVIPDined on 8/31/2014We ordered the corned beef item for brunch as well as a biscuit with gravy and a piece of fried chicken. And proceeded to wait for over 45 minutes for our order with no apologies whatsoever from the waiter. The slice of corned beef was a very dry, thick hunk of meat and not particularly tender. This from a restaurant that calls itself "meat centric". The potatoes that came with it were nicely seasoned. The piece of fried chicken was also done nicely, but to charge $13 for a very small biscuit, some mushroom gravy and a small piece of chicken was definitely overpriced. The patio area is lovely and if you have all kinds of time to spend before getting your food, you might like this place.Special Features:
- OpenTable Diner Since 2005Dined on 8/30/2014The atmosphere is nice. The service was poor. Very slow delivery times. Our waiter was friendly, but the woman who brought out the food was almost rude. The food was edible but not very tasty. I wouldn't recommend Smithfield's.
- Classy and Down home!nativegreens23Dined on 8/26/2014Love this place. It's quirky and delicious. Loved everything about it. Inventive food with the classics. They do have kids books and changing table in the bathroom but we choose it as our late night date night spot. Farm to table, grass fed beef, New cocktails and amazing desserts!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- EDWARDVIPDined on 8/24/2014Smithfields is a good choice for brunch but it has a limited lunch menu. The steak sandwich and eggs & sausage were good while the service was a bit slow. The kitchen took more than 45 minutes to deliver our meal despite only ten tables occupied. The waitress sat down at one of the tables to talk with locals and it took a bit of time to get our check before showtime. We did however enjoy lunch and would return again when in Ashland.Special Features:
- Unique food - great serviceHuskyluvDined on 8/23/2014My husband had the BBQ platter - everything had a unique flavour and was clearly well-planned and presented. I had the homemade fried chicken with chived mashed potatoes and mushroom sauce, which was extremely tasty! Our waiter was wonderful and friendly, but not overly talkative - much appreciated and the other service crew was attentive and well-presented. Bring your appetite - the dishes are European-portioned but substantial in flavour and content. We'd go back and recommend it.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Excellent FoodRestatsVIPDined on 8/23/2014We went for the meat and were not disappointed. There BBQ plate assortment is outstanding and the ribeye was cooked rare the way I like it was coupled with unusual mashed potatoes with some horseradish folded in just perfectly. They let us sit and talk and service were prefect. Wine and drinks were just what we wanted, too.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- TutuDined on 8/21/2014A bacon heaven. If red meat is not your thing try the yummy crusty fried chicken.Special Features:
- YummytripleduckVIPDined on 8/18/2014We had a wonderful evening at Smithfields and appreciate the recommendation to sit outside as the dining room was very noisy. The servers were all very welcoming and we received very attentive service. The food was wonderful and we loved everything we ordered including rib eye steak; peach, prosciutto and pistachio salad; fried chicken and the bacon beignets with salted caramel ice cream. Writing this review is making me hungry all over again. It was great!Special Features:
- Always an enjoyable experience.sh20Dined on 8/13/2014Definitely meat-centric but a good, varied dish at all times for vegetarians (not pasta). One of the better high-end choices in Ashland.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Eat Meat!!!LorenzaDined on 8/9/2014Our first time here and we were very impressed. We resisted ordering the bacon beignets but gave in and tried them and were glad we did---Yumm! The watermelon-tomato salad was refreshing and tasty. Best of the entrees at our table: Lamb. Pork belly came in second. Skirt steak delicious. Do not make the mistake I made by ordering the ahi. (It was a little fishy tasting). Stick to the meat. It rocks! Their homemade ice cream was also wonderful. We only come to Ashland once a year, but we plan to go back to Smithfield's.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Southern Twist with EleganceOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 8/9/2014I love Smithfields!! Every time I visit Ashland I make a point to go to this restaurant. They take southern cookin' to a new place and with elegance. It's really lovely on the patio for a business brunch meeting or for leisure. I love the breakfast/brunch and will have to try coming for other meals. Bless Smithfield's and I hope they have a very long run in Ashland!!!Special Features:
- Yummy Sunday brunch!BizeatsDined on 8/3/2014We sat outside for a Sunday brunch and our waitress was outstanding. Great service and fun personality! The food was very good. We ordered off the specials menu: the frittata was to die for and the brisket burrito was very good as well. My only issue with it was the brisket sauce was a bit sweeter than I was expecting. Still good, just not quite to my liking. Will definitely try the fried chicken and waffle combo next time. And there WILL be a next time!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Go to this restaurant!EatswellDined on 8/1/2014One word says it all, on every level...Exceptional.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Not Sure We'll ReturnHMBPoppyDined on 8/1/2014This was our third experience. We always look forward to their fresh, creative dinner choices. But this is also the second time we've waited for over an hour for our main course. Our waiter was apologetic but that was it. A large group was ahead of us so I suspect it was the kitchen's fault. Too, too slow for a theater nightSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great ambiance and locationchowgeekDined on 7/28/2014The service was excellent, and the speed of the kitchen reasonable. We had one of the best seats in the house by a window looking out at Grizzly Peak. Food, for the most part, was decent. The fish was fresh and cooked right, and the charcuterie plate nice (it is a meat-focused place, after all). However, the tartare (for those that don't know: that's raw ground steak) was the strangest tasting tartare I've ever had. The sauce had a strange pickled taste to it. I couldn't eat it, so sent it back. I've had quite a bit of tartare in my life, so I know what it should taste like. Oh, yeah, and I've certainly had better creme' brulee as well. In the end, the restaurant made it right. And, again, our server was excellent.Special Features:
- Smithfields - Great ExperienceMaryDined on 7/22/2014Great dinner at Smithfields. We made a reservation for 8 PM on a Tuesday night. We arrived and the place was FULL....and there was a lovely window table waiting for us. The food - Recommendations: 1. Peach, prosciutto, pistachio, maple dressing, micro greens - best peaches I've had in years. 2.Grilled romaine, white anchovies, crostini, shaved parmesan, roasted garlic dressing. The anchovies were excellent. 3. The surprise - they had Steak Tartare- I love Steak Tartare, but few restaurants offer it. Smithfields Steak Tartare was excellent. 4. Hanger Steak. 5. The drinks - the martini was perfect and a strong selection of wines. Fourth - The people who work at Smithfields take the time to meet your needs.Special Features:
- "Delightful dining experience"BerniefoodieDined on 7/19/2014Booked an advanced reservation the day before, for a Friday evening dinner, before our 8PM show. We were seated promptly at arrival. Servers were attentive and helpful. Spicy popcorn is served to start, no bread. I ordered the burger which came with fries. The burger was cooked perfectly. Bun was fresh and not too thick. Fries were amazing! Obviously homemade and not overly salted. We also tried the curry roasted almonds which were tasty. My husband had "yesterday's soup" which was a gazpacho! Very delicious. Also tried the roasted rainbow carrots and beets in balsamic honey. Wonderful choices. We shared a dessert special which was bacon beignets served with salted caramel ice cream! Oh this was heavenly! Really enjoyed the meal here.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- A good timeOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 7/16/20146 of us met at Smithfield's to celebrate our son's being in town. We enjoyed our drinks, the food, the service was impeccable and friendly at the same time. We stayed for hours and since it was towards the end of the evening there was not a bit of pressure to leave. We chose 6 different dishes and all of them were excellent.Special Features:
- Meat HeavenJessicaDined on 7/15/2014Smithfield's is not to be missed. Service is wonderful. Food is impeccable. Bravo!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 7/14/2014From the hostess to the bartender to our server, they treated us like VIP's. Can't wait to go back. A meat eaters delight.Special Features:
- "Meat-Centric"MalvolioDined on 7/9/2014Smithfields is self-described as a "meat-centric" restaurant, and it's an excellent one. The wall between the kitchen and the dining room contains a diagram of the different portions of the animal (haunch, etc.) and what cuts of meat come from it. This wall also provides the definition: "vegetarian: a Native American term for lousy hunter". 'Nuff said. My lamb porterhouse was spectacular, and my wife's grilled rib eye steak was even better. Side dishes are a la carte, and are large enough to share. There are complete dinners on the menu, but the typical modus operandi is to pick a meat, a sauce, and side dishes separately. Total tab including wine: $140. Worth it.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Excellent!Luv2dineDined on 7/8/2014I've dined here several times. The menu is interesting, the staff treats us like valued customers, and the food is well prepared. I will be back.Special Features:
- What a fantastic brunchbeegVIPDined on 7/5/2014One of the best brunches I have had in the last several months. Everything was outstanding. I totally impressed my guests.Special Features:
- Great FoodOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 7/3/2014This was the third time that I have been to Smithfields, and never had a bad experience. Not only is the food exceptional, but the servers were knowledgeable, helpful, and beyond exceptionable.Special Features:
- Too LongsandraandersonVIPDined on 7/3/2014This was our first time at Smithfield's. The food was very mediocre except for one person's Watermelon salad. My husband's Tuna Tartare was pretty tasteless and my Rib Eye was way too fatty. The waitress was nice but we wait an interminably long time for dinner eve thigh we had explained that we had theater tickets. She kept saying in a minute but it was about 20 minutes between salad and main course and. Rey little time for coffee. We were told about 1/2 way into our wait that there were many people eating outside. In that case during theater season rush hour, a restaurant needs to be properly staffed.
- Steak was toughCCzzVIPDined on 7/2/2014I asked my server, "if I order the strip steak will it be really tender?" "Yes, absolutely" was the answer. NOT! The steak was sub par, the grilled taste was great, but pretty tough. My white wine was not cold, and the entrée took over 40 minutes to be delivered. Not real impressed. The menu is very interesting, but they really need to step up the service. Especially if you are heading to a play!


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THE LEGEND OF KORRA PREMIERE PARTY, APRIL 14th, 2012
Sifu Kisu (traditional martial arts consultant), showing you his serious side.
Interview with Sifu Kisu on AVATAR the Legend of Korra.
Every single element in Korra is a massive team effort, with that said my input into the show is microscopic. I show up for a few hours each episode to talk with the Directors in order to help them manifest their ideas. I'm filmed from various angles for reference and then my part is done. I come back occasionally to help tweak it to perfection but after I leave is when the real work begins. A giant team of very talented artist monkeys draws and draws and draws until they are exhausted, then they are feed super radioactive bananas and forced to draw until their monkey paws bleed.
There's more, much much more it's a dark and scary process, but I have been sworn to secrecy and threatened with painful punishments….
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OMG there are chimp sounds coming from outside my window!
Sifu Kisu, the consultant of all things traditional Chinese martial arts on Avatar and Korra is on Tumblr too! As you can see here, and in his blog posts, the man likes SWORDS! And he knows how to use them.
It was the summer of 2002, once Mike and I had entered development on Avatar with Nickelodeon, that I found Sifu Kisu while researching teachers of Northern Shaolin kung fu in the LA area. I became his student, to learn more about kung fu for myself as an artist and animator, and to vet him as a potential consultant. Rather than merely copying moves from movies, Mike and I wanted to tap into the martial arts for the show on a deeper level, so we knew we would need an expert. Sifu Kisu proved to be able to use his vast knowledge and experience in the traditional arts in a creative way. He consulted on an early pencil test, then the pilot, and the rest is history…
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Sifu Kisu, martial arts expert and and consultant on Avatar: the Last Airbender and Avatar: Legend of Korra.
Avatar: The Legend of Korra Kicks It Old School
Martial arts expert and consultant Sifu Kisu will return to aid production of the Avatar: The Last Airbender follow-up mini-series The Legend of Korra.
Those who love the detailed, accurate and fast-paced martial arts action of Avatar: The Last Airbender needn't worry about a drop in quality in the upcoming mini-series Avatar: The Legend of Korra, as we've learned from A:TLA Online that martial arts expert Sifu Kisu will return as a consultant!
In addition to Sifu's extensive past credits with other martial arts related series like Charlie's Angelsand Power Rangers, the Northern Shaolin master served as the inspiration for Sokka's own sword-fighting master, Piandao.
Kisu joins other returning production crew such as storyboard artiosts Joaquin Dos Santos and Ian Graham, voice actor Dee Bradley Baker (Momo, Appa, most of the Insane Avatar Animals), and of course series creators Mike DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, with whom we had a chance to speak with at Comic-Con 2010.
Keep it here for all the latest details on the twelve-part mini-series, as we continue to get psyched forThe Legend of Korra, and chime in below with your thoughts!


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Stacy Justice is your average small-town reporter...who just so happens to be a witch. She's never had the time or patience to mess around with the magic her grandmother and great-aunts are into, even though Grandma says Stacy has a higher calling. Right now, Stacy has stories to cover, her cousin Cinnamon's bar to help run, and her cute cop boyfriend and flatulent Great Dane to keep her company.
But when someone sets Cinnamon's bar ablaze - almost killing Stacy in the process - the green-eyed redhead will have to embrace her inner witch after all. Then her investigation into the crime reveals two things: Someone wants Stacy dead, and her so-called magic skills are rusty. If she doesn't get her mojo back soon, she won't live long enough to find out if Grandma was right.
A bewitching tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem, Opal Fire ignites a dazzling new mystery series.
©2012 Barbra Annino (P)2012 Brilliance Audio, Inc.
"Very enjoyable mystery with a slight bit of magic"
The story was very entertaining and I'm a sucker for a story that has an animal as part of the story (Stacy's pet dog). Not only was it comical in places, but it had a good mystery at the heart of the story. Her family provided several laugh out loud moments and added to the story. This was a cleverly written who-done-it, without getting bogged down in the details. It was a very easy listen and the narrator was very good. I look forward to the other two books in the series.
I really liked Stacy's character and her relationship with her dog and family. Even though she was a witch, that was not the main focus of the story. She is a very normal type of person who just happens to have magical abilities and a dysfunctional family.
If you are looking for a lighthearted, fun mystery with several quirky characters and a strong female lead character who is very likeable, then this is the story for you.
"Love the Story Line"
The story line is great at first I had a hard time getting into it but once I did I finished it in one night
I really wish i could say Stacy but I really love the sister bound between the three older ladies coming from a three sister family I know how they really feel when they take care of one another I think I would be lolly even though I am the youngest lol I like to be out there sometimes!!!
I did Like The way the Story Was told so Thumbs up
I can't re name it the name fits when you read the book
I wish they were longer!!!!!
"Horrible narration"
The narrator is reading so fast its hard to absorb the story. She also reads this so emotionless. Save your money and just the kindle version where your kindle can read it to you. What a waste the story looked good. Just could not listen to this at all.
Not sure couldn't listen to it due to narration
Different narrator, or get this woman to slow down instead of speed reading it and possibly get her some emotions.
A five star rating is a rare occurrence from me, as is a one star rating. I primarily listen to sci-fi though I will branch out occasionally. Political satire/comedy and I did manage to laugh my way through that whole E.L. James series... you know the one...
"There are some holes here, but decent effort"
Here we have a supernatural mystery where the supernatural doesn't overwhelm the story. It gives the story a good grounding while having enough wonder at what the supernatural side of things will contribute.
On the downside the characters were a little two dimensional. There needs to be a bit more development there. The villain of the piece was a little obvious and could have been more of a surprise with a few more tweaks and less mustache twirling.
I've already picked up the next two in the series. I listen to a lot of audiobooks and am always looking for promising authors.
A good narrator can make or break an audiobook. Additionally, the right narrator can really bring the characters to life. Amy R. does a good job here and I think can be safely added to the list of Narrators that I will gladly listen to.
"fun listen"
fun listen it was full of twist and turns liked it when i was listening to it but when i got time to write the review i had problems remembering the storyline i had to go back. i had oh yeah that one moment. is worth the listen.
"Super Fun Listen!~"
Loved it and think the series is very fun! I can't wait to download the second book!
"Narrator has an odd voice"
This is straight genre writing. It's a satisfying story and a good mystery.
Yes and no. I want to listen to the other titles in this series, but I would rather this narrator were not doing them. I would never seek out this narrator. Her voice is very flat and has an odd inflection. Words like "death" sound like "dath," and I find that distracting.
It's interesting to learn a bit about wicken culture.
"Love the narrator! Great book too."
Opal was awesome and funny.
I bought this book because I like supernatural suspense, but I also liked the sample of narration that I read. Totally worked to the end.
"Sad! Sounded like it could be a new series for me!"
I don't think I know anyone that would enjoy it. I didn't even finish it because the story just wasn't going anywhere. I thought that the concept sounded like a new series to try but was disappointed.
I couldn't stand the narrator's speaking pattern!! It was so annoying that this could have been part of the reason I couldn't get into the story. I thought this was a character choice because of the personality of the character. However, whenever she spoke lines from the character she didn't use that same pattern, so it left me annoyed!!
It didn't really have any redeeming qualities because maybe if the story had been stronger, the narrator wouldn't have bothered me so much.
"Opal Fire is on fire!"
Congrats to Barbra for a fab story line - I have read this e-book but to hear it the narrator Any Rubinate has done a fabulous job in helping to tell the story. I'm always a little worried about picking the right narrator for a book I've already read, but this was a great choice. Thanks to Audible for publishing.... I've brought all three now to listen to. Well done all involved.
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When edgy Canadian rocker Régine Chassagne found herself dancing to the rara rhythms behind the bands of papier-mâché masked bamboo trumpeters and percussionists two years ago, the co-vocalist of the Grammy-winning band Arcade Fire had no idea how unforgettable that Haitian carnival experience would be.
The mesmerizing sights of Jacmel Carnival found its way into one of Arcade Fire's music videos, and its drum-fused rhythms crept onto the tracks of the indie rock band's latest album, Reflektor, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard album chart in November.
On Friday, Chassagne, the daughter of Haitian immigrants who fled Haiti's brutal Duvalier dictatorship regime in the 1960s for Canada, and husband and band co-vocalist Win Butler, return to the place that inspired it all.
Arcade Fire will headline the Jakmel Jou Bare'n Festival, which kicks off this weekend's two-day carnival celebrations in touristy, seaside Jacmel on Haiti's southeastern coast.
Carnival is a celebration of culture and traditions that precedes the Christian season of Lent. In quaint Jacmel, however, the street party takes on its own unique flavor with painted, sinister-looking revelers and musicians in colorful papier-mâché masks.
"I'm really excited," Chassagne said in a telephone interview from Montreal. She's unsure how the rock band, which stunned the music world by winning Album of the Year at the Grammy Awards in 2011, will connect with Haitian carnival goers. She is, however, keeping an open mind.
"It's Carnival," Chassagne said with a chuckle and added, "You can't make any plans for Carnival because they probably aren't going to happen."
Long a tourist draw, Kanaval Jakmel takes place a week before Haiti's National Carnival, which runs March 2-4 in Gonaives. On Wednesday, Haiti's presidency declared March 4 and 5 Carnival holidays.
Supporters of Haiti's tourism re-branding efforts say Arcade Fire's appearance adds an edgy, alternative flavor to the carnival experience in Jacmel, a UNESCO World Heritage site that suffered damages after Haiti's devastating 2010 earthquake.
It's just the sort of international spotlight Haiti needs, Tourism Minister Stephanie Villedrouin Balmir said.
"More and more, curious foreigners want to come and see for themselves, to discover the hidden face of Haiti," she said, "and Arcade Fire, due to its popularity, will provide a boost to local tourism and global advertising of the country."
Jacmel's rebuilding efforts and its vibrant artistic culture were notably featured on Thursday in New York City, where Arcade Fire joined other celebrities at the star-studded Haiti Optimiste event to benefit Jacmel's renown, tuition-free film school, Ciné Institute.
"Lots of people are very excited about their arrival," said Haiti hotelier and musician Richard Morse. Morse's vodou rock band RAM will be among the local acts performing at the festival and is scheduled to perform one song with Arcade Fire.
Last week, RAM released its much awaited 2014 Carnival meringue Se Pa Sa'w Te Di (That's Not What You Said).
This is not Arcade Fire's first time playing in Haiti. After the quake, the group performed at Morse's fabled Hotel Oloffson in Port-au-Prince and in the remote rural village of Cange in Haiti's Central Plateau on behalf of Boston-based medical aid group, Partners In Health.
PIH's founder, HIV/AIDS pioneer Dr. Paul Farmer, first took Chassagne to Haiti, a country her mother was afraid to visit after seeking exile in Canada.
"Even though she was really traumatized by what had happened to her in Haiti, she always talked about the poor and was thinking of the poor people who don't have as much opportunity," Chassagne said of her mother, who has since died.
On her first visit to Haiti in 2008, Chassagne said she discovered parts of herself.
"Everything was so familiar and made me realize, this is why I am like this," said Chassagne, who plays several instruments. "It explained a lot of things about myself. .. It felt like family, although I had never met any of the people before."
There also was something familiar about the rara rhythms that blared from the foot bands and the 18-wheelers crawling down the crowded streets.
As for that carnival trip two years ago that inspired Reflektor, Chassagne called it "amazing." And more than anything this weekend, she said, she's looking to dance: "I just have to dance."
Jacqueline Charles


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Thursday January 10, 2013
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (January 10, 2013) – Sixth Street from River Road to Main Street will be completely closed on Friday, January 11, 2013 from 11pm- 10am and again on Saturday, January 12, 2013 from 11pm – 10am.
The purpose of the closure is to place four large structural beams--two 80-foot beams and two 100-foot beams--in place using a 175 ton crane as part of the construction underway for the pedestrian bridge that will cross Sixth Street, linking the Muhammad Ali Center to the Belvedere. All street level access will be restricted to the construction crews and supporting team members. Signs will be posted to alert drivers and pedestrians.
The contractor working on the walkway scheduled the weekend, overnight closure to cause as few traffic disruptions as possible.
Work began in October on the 170-foot long walkway that will provide easy access on foot to many of downtown's greatest attractions include the Ali Center, the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts, the Belvedere and the KFC YUM! Center.
Project managers have been working closely with the Ali Center, the Kentucky Center, and PARC throughout the construction phase to minimize disruptions to performances and special events in the area.
The project is scheduled to be completed early this spring.


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WASHINGTON (AP) -- The U.S. government is stepping up efforts to help Central American farmers fight a devastating coffee disease -- and hold down the price of your morning cup. The issue stemming from Central America hits home in Spokane.
A fungus called coffee rust has caused more than $1 billion in damage across Latin America. The fungus is especially deadly to Arabica coffee -- that is the bean that makes up most high-end, specialty coffees.
It is already affecting the price of some of those coffees in the United States.
The owner of Cravens Coffee in Spokane, Simon Thompson, said his main organic coffee source in Guatemala was hit hard by coffee rust.
PHOTOS: World's 10 best cities for coffee
"This particular farm was devastated," said Thompson.
Thompson said he had not been forced to raise his prices. As a supplier for stores, cafes and restaurants, Thompson said his biggest cost was the time he spent making sure everything tasted the way it should.
"Because of this leaf rust. The quality of coffee available has declined," said Thompson.
Thompson said if the coffee you have comes from an infected crop then it could taste like watered down coffee.
The owner of Thomas Hammer Coffee Roasters said you could see a five to ten cent increase per cup of coffee.
"It's a big issue for us, we're definitely watching because it's a lot of raw material that we need," said Thomas Hammer.
Hammer said about 40% of his coffee came from Central America. He said he was paying 15% more in 2014 than 2013. Hammer said he might have to raise his prices or buy coffee elsewhere if the trend continued.
Hammer hoped a small spike in cost would not hide a bigger issue.
"More of the issue is thousands of people being out of work for a year or two," said Hammer.
The U.S. Agency for International Development is concerned about the economic security of small coffee farms abroad.
On Monday, agency head Raj Shah plans to announce a $5 million partnership with Texas A&M University's World Coffee Research center to try to eliminate the fungus.


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Enjoying a peaceful setting close to Ayr's popular beaches and the beautiful Ayrshire coastline, Sundrum Castle offers you the best of both worlds – a fun filled family holiday or a quiet, relaxing break taken at your own pace.Among a host of facilities to suit all ages and tastes are a superb indoor pool complex, crazy golf, an adventure playground and the fabulous children's clubs. The Tam O'Shanter Restaurant and Bar offers the perfect way to round off your day before taking in the fantastic family entertainment.The heart of Burns Country, the surrounding area bursts with attractions, including championship golf, castles, historic sites and outdoor pursuits.
This park has:Indoor heated pool with flumeToddlers' poolSolarium*Kintyre family entertainment venueStar Landers – up to 10 yearsFreestyle – 10–15sTam O'Shanter Restaurant and Bar and outdoor terraceFish 'n' Chip takeawayCosta CoffeeWi-Fi access (in designated areas)Darts and pool tables*Mini 10-pin bowling*Amusements*Games room*Adventure play areaAll-weather multi-sports court for 5-a-side football, basketball and netballCrazy golf*Nature trailSports programmeMini supermarketLaunderette*


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-- Robert Preidt
FRIDAY, March 11 (HealthDay News) -- A doctor's empathy can
improve the care of diabetes patients and should be considered an
important part of being a good doctor, according to a new
The study included 891 diabetes patients treated between July
2006 and June 2009 by 29 doctors at Thomas Jefferson University
Hospital in Philadelphia. The researchers assessed the doctors'
level of empathy for patients, while the quality of patient care
was determined by an LDL ("bad") cholesterol test and a hemoglobin
A1C test for blood glucose levels.
Patients whose doctors had high empathy scores were more likely
to have good control of their blood sugar and low LDL cholesterol
levels than patients whose doctors had low empathy scores.
The results indicate that empathy on the part of doctors can
contribute to patient satisfaction, trust and compliance with
"Our results show that physicians with high empathy scores had better clinical outcomes than other physicians with lower scores," study author Mohammadreza Hojat, research professor of psychiatry and human behavior at Jefferson Medical College, said in a university news release.
"These findings, if confirmed by larger scale research, suggest that empathy should be viewed as an integral component of a physician's competence," he concluded.
The study is in the March issue of the journal
Academic Medicine.
More information
The American College of Physicians has more about
living with diabetes.
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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Outreach Workshop: Simple Machines
Learn the golden rule of "force for distance" by testing it yourself. Discover how simple machines reduce effort to make work easier.
$310 - Includes two 50-minute workshops. Additional workshops $125 each.
Register for an Outreach Workshop today!
Michigan Grade Level Content Expectations, Science v.1.09
- Manipulate simple tools (for example: hand lens, pencils, balances, non-standard objects for measurement) that aid observation and data collection. (S.IP.00.14, S.IP.01.14, S.IP.02.14)
- Manipulate simple tools that aid observation and data collection. (S.IP.03.14)
- Describe how a push or a pull is a force. (P.FM.03.35)
- Demonstrate how the change in motion of an object is related to the strength of the force acting upon the object and to the mass on an object. (P.FM.03.37)
Simple Machines Pre-visit Vocabulary
Distance: The measurable amount something moves.
Effort: Force or energy you put into moving something.
Energy: Energy is the capacity for doing work. Forms of energy include light, heat and electricity.
Force: A push or pull.
Fulcrum: Pivot point of a lever; place where a lever turns.
Inclined Plane: Simple machine that is any sloped surface.
Lever: Simple machine that consists of a bar that rotates on a fulcrum.
Load: Mass that is being moved.
Machine: Device that multiplies your force or changes the direction of the force.
Newton: Unit used to measure force.
Pivot: To turn.
Pulley: Simple machine that is a wheel and axle with a groove to hold a rope.
Screw: Simple machine that is a combination of a cone and an inclined plane.
Simple Machine: Any object that makes work easier by trading force for distance.
Spring scale: Measuring device used to determine amount of force used.
Wedge: Simple machine that is a moving inclined plane.
Wheel & axle: Simple machine made of a bar on which a round object turns.
Work: Moving something.
Simple Machines Post-visit Activity
Post-visit activities provide your students with an opportunity to review workshop-presented concepts and introduce related subjects. Below you will find a classroom extension activity and a list of suggested resources for further exploration. We hope that you enjoyed our Outreach Hands-On Workshop and we look forward to visiting your students again!
Hands-on Activity: Machine Mobiles
This activity is not only an art project, but illustrates the concept of a first class lever as well. Remember, a first class lever is a lever with the fulcrum located in the middle, between the load and the force being applied. Teeter-totters and scales are first class levers. A first class lever is in balance when the load is equal on either side of the fulcrum — just what you need to create a mobile!
This is a great cooperative learning opportunity since students will need assistance from one another when it comes to tying the thread to the wire and balancing the mobiles.
- Clear tape
- Crayons
- Poster board
- Thread
- Wire cutters
Per student:
- Pictures of models of machines (draw your own or use those provided)
- Wire hangers (one per student)
- Draw color and cut out 4 machines using poster board. Or, use the pictures provided and glue them to poster board.
- Cut the hangers into 3 pieces — 1 short, 1 medium and 1 long, straight piece. Throw the rest of the hanger away. (The best way to do this may be to have the teacher go around the room with wire cutters while the students are working on their machines).
- Tape a piece of thread about 6-8 inches long to the approximate top and middle of each machine.
- Tie a machine to one end of shortest wire. Tie another machine to the other end of that wire. Every time you make a knot, be sure to wrap the thread around the wire about 3 times before making a double knot.
- Tie one machine each to the ends of the two other wires.
- Begin assembling the mobile from the bottom up. Each mobile will need 3 more pieces of thread about 6-12 inches long. Tie one of the pieces of thread to the point you predict will balance the shortest wire. Hold the short wire with its two machines up by this thread and see if it balances. Slide the knot back and forth until it does.
- Tie the loose end of this thread tightly to the free end (the end without a machine tied to it) of the middle-length wire. Take another loose piece of thread and tie it tightly to this medium-length wire, just about where you think it will balance (balancing it in the tip of your finger might help you to find the right spot).
- Tie the loose end of that thread tightly to the free end of the longest wire.
- Use your last piece of loose thread to hang the mobile by tying it to the balance point of the longest wire.
- Have a friend help you to balance the whole mobile by having your partner hold it up while you carefully slide the knots back and forth to make it balance. ALWAYS START FROM THE BOTTOM and work up!
- If your knots slide around a lot, try putting a very small piece of tape over them.
- Hang your mobile up and enjoy!
Suggested Resources
Battcher, D., Erickson, S., Martini, K., Rogers, C., Shennan, W. and Wiebe, A. Machine Shop. AIMS Education Foundation, Fresno, CA. 1993.
Dahl, Michael. Inclined Planes. Bridgestone Books, Mankato, MN. 1996.
Dahl, Michael. Levers. Bridgestone Books, Mankato, MN. 1996.
Potter, Jean. Science in Seconds for Kids. John Wiley and Sons, Inc., New York. 1995
St. Andre, Ralph. Simple Machines Made Simple. Teacher Ideas Press, Englewood, CO. 1993..
Tolman, Marvin N. Hands-On Physical Science Activities for Grades 2–8. Parker Publishing Company, Inc., NY. 1995.
West, David. Wheels, Pulleys and Levers. Shooting Star Press, New York. 1993.
The Franklin Institute Online
Hands-on Technology Program
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The advent of 3D technology has spurned a new wave of marketing and advertising efforts that are centered on making products a tad more realistic to the eye. And what better way to do that to have the public sport on a pair of 3D glasses to watch a three-dimensional commercial.
Without these glasses, however, Opel's new Meriva crossover commercial is nothing more than your average advertisement, except for the fact that it's got red and blue hues all over it. Not exactly the kind of commercial you'd want to see when you're sporting a massive headache. However, if you can cop a pair of 3D glasses - you can even make one if you're that desperate - then you're going to enjoy this commercial, which seems to put as much face time on the Meriva as it does on all the 3D-ness it comes with. Either way, 3D's a brand new advertising approach that hasn't been done a whole lot before. Knowing how technology works these days, this Opel Meriva 3D commercial just may be the first of new armada of 3D commercials that will hit your TVs and computers.


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Massive Mile long Galactic Federation of Light ship over California USA - 12 March 2012
This amazing display of lights was captured by a hiker in the Santa Monica Mountains of Los Angeles County, California. The Galactic commands have issued notice that they will now increase the number and quality of sightings of their ships to better prepare humanity for their introduction. - Greg Giles 12th March 2012.
A more definitive proof of our existence to you is in the works and more on this will be revealed in the coming weeks. You can, of course, expect ever increasing sightings from around the globe. We have, of late, concentrated on specific third world countries as part of the plan we have of direct communication with those regions. Now, however, we bring our focus back to those countries that can make a difference in the disclosure process. Expect that tremendous and awe inspiring displays will now occur with ever increasing frequency.
We are with you more than ever in these most exciting of times. This is what you have lived lifetimes for, what you have planned for down to the minutest detail, and what you are now experiencing. It is your right and deservedly so. We are with you in love, in respect, and in awe of your incredible abilities.
Be at peace. - Galactic Federation of Light through Wanderer of the Skies - 14th March 2012 (part of update)
One design of our ships that you will be seeing more of in the days to come is what can be described as an inverted V, or boomerang shaped craft. These craft can be very large in size, they are black, with a single row of large lights running the length of both wings of the V-shape. Another type of craft you will begin to see in your skies is of a round shape, lighter in color, and can be visualized if you were to take a peach, cut it in half, and remove the pit. The pitted side would be the bottom side of the craft as it can be seen in the sky.
These are just two designs of the many types of ships we possess, and we feel it important to give you some idea of what to look for as we are now increasing the number and quality of the sightings of our craft. In time, our ships will become common knowledge to you as we will be traveling quite often through your world and approaching ground-level frequently to rendezvous with those who will be working with us, as well as while we are working to repair your planet and better prepare her for ascension. These descriptions were created by the Galactic Federation of Light in order to give you some idea of how some of our commonly used craft appear. Many of you will be boarding these ships while working with us and you will receive a complete tour of their interiors and a rundown of its operation and capabilities. We wish as many of you as possible to become familiar with our craft so fear will not present itself upon our descent from the skies. There are some of you at this time who fear Cabal operated craft, and we assure you that the Cabal will not be permitted to interfere with our plans at disclosure and our personal working relationship with you. - Galactic Federation of Light through Greg Giles - 16th March 2012 - Greg Giles (part of update)
Video source: MFGLOOM, estimated it to be about a mile long.
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Shadowlands May 14, 2012 3:51:58 AM CEST
It is interesting though does not the Bad Guy comes as an angel of light and so do the fallen angels.
Some say that when the UFO's start appearing in these end times that they are evil and a deception.
Keeping an open mind not a vacant one.
Darkstarz2012 March 26, 2012 8:37:08 PM CEST
uuhhh....I didnt see a bird fly behind it
Vaccineskill March 26, 2012 11:14:27 AM CEST
reptoids loosing war with white andromedan race and all they can do is to still humans and go to another planet I agree anything holly or feritale like is a reptylian scam
Onesojourner March 26, 2012 2:29:59 AM CEST
True, the Glactic Federation of Light are NOT the good guy aliens. Instead ...See: Tolec interviews, Andromeda Council. com.
Temp0ralparad0x March 22, 2012 6:45:17 AM CET
reflection in a car window, a bird flys behind it.
Temp0ralparad0x March 22, 2012 6:45:04 AM CET
reflection in a car window, a bird flys behind it.
Jasonsp2 March 21, 2012 9:21:56 PM CET
Dont trust the galactic federation of light. They are led by the reptilians and will stop at nothing to keep us from the grand ascension. their goal is to relocate us off worl to mars. Besides how would feel if you were about to lose 5.5 billion slaves
Crunchy March 21, 2012 9:21:17 AM CET
first impressions are cgi looking at mfgloom's youtube page reinforces the cgi idea .... then further digging into mfgloom produces numerous twitter, linkdin stuff ect which leads to someone called j whelan, came across a few j whelan's but one from buffalo lists computer software as a skill/interest .... cant be bothered to dig anymore ... lol
Theyear2010 March 20, 2012 9:07:51 PM CET
wth, The Galactic commands have issued notice ?? to who ? and to inserted birds flying back n forth infront of the supposely "Massive Mile long Galactic Federation of Light ship" to make it look more genuine is total crap. I believed n had seen ufos myself but please don't make stuffs up to fool people. If this was a true contacted then show video of the aliens n the inside of this massive ship.
Etee08 March 20, 2012 8:27:29 PM CET
bullshit...... "Galactic Federation of Light "


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Last week I guest posted over at Whatever Dee Dee Wants for her "Give Thanks" Series. In case you missed the post, I thought I would share it here too. Our "Give Thanks" inspired idea we came up with to celebrate our blessings this year is our Thankful Turkey Box.
It is made out of a small tissue box so every day during the month of November we can write down something we are thankful for and feed it to our turkey. On Thanksgiving day while we are all together as a family, we will get all the papers out and read them as a family.
Making it is so simple. Start by painting an empty, small tissue box with brown acrylic paint.