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Untangling the Impact of European Premier Film FestivalsMezias, Stephen; Strandgaard Pedersen, Jesper; Svejenova, Silviya; Mazza, Carmelo (Frederiksberg, 2008)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Resume: This study seeks to untangle the impact of film festivals on the conception and action of industry actors. This study puts forward the argument that film festivals, seen as instances of tournament rituals and field configuring events, play a role in bridging art and commerce. It examines three instances of a particular tournament ritual, that of the three leading European premier film festivals, namely the Cannes Film Festival, the Berlin Film Festival, and the Venice International Film Festival, to untangle their role as mediators between art and commerce and their impact on the artistic classification system of the cinema field. For the purpose, it uses admissions data from 36 European countries for the period of 1996 to 2005. It examines the impact of festival participation and awards on admissions, and further artistic recognition at award ceremonies in the US. Based on the results of our study we argue that, similarly to the classification of art forms, there is a status ordering of tournament rituals (i.e. film festivals) with regard to their ability to act as a nexus of dichotomous categories for a particular cultural form (i.e. art and commerce in the case of film). URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/8152 Filer i denne post: 1
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Mezias, Stephen; Strandgaard Pedersen, Jesper; Svejenova, Silviya; Mazza, Carmelo (, 2008)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Resume: This study seeks to untangle the impact of film festivals on the conception and action of industry actors. This study puts forward the argument that film festivals, seen as instances of tournament rituals and field configuring events, play a role in bridging art and commerce. It examines three instances of a particular tournament ritual, that of the three leading European premier film festivals, namely the Cannes Film Festival, the Berlin Film Festival, and the Venice International Film Festival, to untangle their role as mediators between art and commerce and their impact on the artistic classification system of the cinema field. For the purpose, it uses admissions data from 36 European countries for the period of 1996 to 2005. It examines the impact of festival participation and awards on admissions, and further artistic recognition at award ceremonies in the US. Based on the results of our study we argue that, similarly to the classification of art forms, there is a status ordering of tournament rituals (i.e. film festivals) with regard to their ability to act as a nexus of dichotomous categories for a particular cultural form (i.e. art and commerce in the case of film). URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7781 Filer i denne post: 1
Antero, Michelle Carol (Frederiksberg, 2015)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Resume: The potential of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to integrate the business functions of any organization has led to its proliferation since the 1990s. Arguably, ERP systems potentially enable an organization to become competitive, and their impact has since been extensively researched and debated. This thesis seeks to understand how ERP vendors have innovated and developed their business practices to ensure their own competitive advantage. The thesis consists of an overview wrapper and five articles. This work is based on a research methodology using case studies to understand the development of business practices in the ERP industry since the 1950s. As such, the thesis explores the journey of different ERP vendors that (1) were influenced by their environment, (2) participate in different structuring processes to develop their business practice; (3) adapt their business practices to produce product/service offerings potentially matching or exceeding the actions of their rivals; and (4) encounter challenges as they shift their business models. The thesis reveals that in order to continue to outlast the competition in a hypercompetitive environment, ERP vendors (1) refine their business practices, over time, through incremental and evolutionary changes impacting the ERP industry; (2) obtain a competitive advantage through the exploitation of core resources; (3) co-create with a partner network to maximize their resources and increase their ability to compete; and (4) realize the value proposition in terms of the business model. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/9118 Filer i denne post: 1
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Ørngreen, Rikke N. (København, 2002)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Resume: SUMMARY The summary presents an overview of the dissertation and major findings of my research: · Research Area, Questions and Design · Frame of Reference - Domain Knowledge · Major Findings Research Area, Questions and Design This dissertation investigates development and use of multimedia teaching cases, as applied in business education. Teaching cases present companies, and the current problems or opportunities they are facing. (Barnes, Christensen and Hansen 1994, Maufette- Leenders, Erskine and Leenders 1997, Heath 1998, Manninen 1997.) The primary characteristic is that the case is based on real events. Very often the case description follows a decision-making situation. (Mauffette-Leenders, Erskine, and Leenders 1997, Hazard 2000.) The case is prepared by students and then discussed in class. The objective of the class discussion is to analyse the company's situation and come up with viable strategies for the future (Leenders and Erskine 1989, Heath 1998, Orngreen and Bielli 2001). Cases were introduced to business education already in 1910 at the Harvard Business School, and have since then gained widespread use throughout the world (Leenders and Erskine 1989). Traditionally teaching cases have been written descriptions, but the teaching cases in this dissertation are multimedia cases. The use of multimedia teaching cases is a relatively new phenomenon. Because of the novelty of the approach, research on how to apply these or developing them is extremely limited. Though I investigate both a use and a development perspective, the use dimension is investigated with the purpose to inform development. In particular the dissertation results in a set of roles and tools influencing the development process, which is also seen in my three research questions: 1. Which roles and tools characterise the development and use of multimedia teaching cases for business education? 2. How are these roles and tools applied to the multimedia development process, and how do they support or restrain the development. 3. How are the development roles and tools, and the use roles and tools interrelated, and how do they relate to a development model for multimedia teaching cases? URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7746 Filer i denne post: 1
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Meyer, Klaus E. (København, 1998)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
the internationalization pattern of large companies from Denmark, Finland and NorwayBenito, Gabriel R.G.; Larimo, Jorma; Narula, Rajneesh; Pedersen, Torben (København, 2001)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Resume: Analyzing the internationalization of large companies from small countries requires understanding the process of internationalization by examining the interface between micro (firm strategies) and macro (the forces of centripetal and centrifugal) level factors. We examine the growth and international expansion of the ten largest companies in Denmark, Finland, and Norway over the period 1990 to 1999. Most companies in the sample became more international during the last decade across basically all the investigated dimensions of internationalization. This was particularly accentuated in the case of Norwegian firms, possibly due to their lower degree of internationalization at the beginning of the period. The study also shows that companies mainly have internationalized their operations activities, while such strategic activities as research and development activities and headquarters functions to a much larger extent are kept in the home country. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/6586 Filer i denne post: 1
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Gammelgård, Jens (København, 2004)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Resume: This paper presents the results of a survey of 54 Danish multinational corporations that have acquired activities abroad. The role of the acquired R&D units was the focus of the survey, particularly with respect to the schism between basic and applied R&D, and the schism between autonomous and network R&D. This paper establishes the connection between a multinational corporation that follows a capability-motivated acquisition strategy and the R&D role new subsidiaries should play in order for the acquired resources to be utilized corporation-wide. Statistical findings reveal the need to follow a combination of basic and network-oriented R&D activities when focusing on capability development. Keywords: Acquisition; Research and Development (R&D), Basic R&D, Applied R&D, Autonomy, Network, Capabilities. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7299 Filer i denne post: 1
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Capital Structure ContingenciesJuul Andersen, Torben (København, 2008)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Resume: Multinational enterprise provides access to a diverse resource base that may support options related business initiatives and operational flexibilities with a potential to improve performance and risk management capabilities. Hence, multinationality should be associated with strategic responsiveness as real option structures allow the corporation to exploit new initiatives and pursue alternative actions. This, in turn should improve economic performance and risk management capabilities as corporate activities are adapted and new initiatives introduced in response to changing global conditions. The analyses of a cross-sectional sample comprising 1357 multinational firms during 1996-2000 partially support the proposed performance and risk management effects but also raise issues for further study. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7457 Filer i denne post: 1
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Juul Andersen, Torben (København, 2008)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Resume: Studies of multinational performance have moved from linear, to quadratic and to cubic relationships but despite this seeming increase in sophistication, the empirical evidence has remained contradictory. The hypothesized performance relationships of multinationality have typically been driven by assumed trade-offs between underlying cost/benefit functions. However, this paper argues that cost/benefit trade-offs associated with international expansion are shaped by industry specific conditions that systematically confound the performance outcomes of multinationality. Whereas prior studies often have been confined to a focus on manufacturing and smaller cross-sectional samples, this study analyses the multinational performance outcomes across a comprehensive industry-wide dataset during 1996-2000. The analyses show positive multinational performance relationships in manufacturing and knowledge-based service industries whereas capital-based service industries have negative performance relationships. These results support the proposed heterogeneity in multinational performance effects across industry contexts. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7467 Filer i denne post: 1
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Institutionalizing Agents and Institutionalized AgencyKristensen, Peer Hull; Morgan, Glenn (København, 2006)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7342 Filer i denne post: 1
Kristensen, Peer Hull; Morgan, Glenn (København, 2006)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Resume: This article discusses how institutional competitiveness and multinationals are mutually enriching concepts. Seen from the perspective of Multinationals, institutional competitiveness becomes expressed at two levels. At the level of corporate HQs institutional competitiveness proves itself by forming firms capable of expanding internationally. At the level of subsidiaries as providing institutional back up for these firms' abilities to fight for survival and growth within the frame of rivalling subsidiaries of the MNC. The article discusses at these two levels the comparative institutional competitiveness of Liberal Market Economies and Coordinated Markets Economies under the current competitive regime. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7325 Filer i denne post: 1
a study of post-reform Indian industryPatibandla, Murali; Sanyal, Amal (København, 1999)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Yadav, Mohit; Clemmensen, Torkil (Frederiksberg, 2014)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Resume: In this paper we discuss the emergence of a redefined human work interaction design environment due to Internet of Things. The change in paradigm challenges designers to re-think the category of the user/worker to include their trusted IT devices/cognitive objects while designing for work environment. We present a theoretical proposition to understand the new user (as body, brain + cognitive object), and suggest an approach to capture the UX of the smart workplace. We present and discuss a pilot experiment where we integrate multiple (physiological, behavioral, environmental and IT processes) data-streams of UX in a work setting. This may give a holistic view of UX in the smart workplace. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/9021 Filer i denne post: 1
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the introduction of a monitoring technology for asthma treatment in primary careLangstrup Nielsen, Henriette (København, 2003)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Lund, Lars (København, 2003)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Will China Continue to Hold Together?Brødsgaard, Kjeld Erik (Frederiksberg, 2012)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Resume: The recent Bo Xilai affair has created strains in the Chinese political system and has intensified the power struggle concerning the new leadership appointments due to take place at the 18th Party Congress. The pressure on the political system is intensified by a number of social phenomena such as increased fragmentation, vested interests, corruption, social unrest, increased income and social inequalities and a de facto reform stop since 2009. Some scholars believe that we now see the end of 'resilient authoritarianism' and that China either will experience a political and social collapse or move towards a democratic system. However, developments since 1989 show the regime's amazing ability to revitalize its organizational capabilities and regain its Mandate of Heaven. It may be too early to declare the Party over. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/8622 Filer i denne post: 1
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Resume: Music and dress have played a significant role in the civilization process in West Europe. Both being aesthetic fields meant to be performed and put into play by human gesture, they have proved to be efficient tools for cultivating the movements, postures and gestures of the body. The material, cut and shape of the dress has manipulated the body to move in certain ways, as have rhythms and expressions in music. Significant for West Europe has been a duality between spirit and body, causing a division between high culture and popular culture, that has been reflected in the way music and dress has been used as display of 'civilization' from the early Middle ages to the Nineteenth century, and the way fashion and pop music subsequently has been perceived as ephemeral, irrational or even immoral. Following the democratization process, music and dress from early to late modernity has formed a unique liaison in youth culture, with the notion of image as a unifying concept. Here dress, gesture and pattern of movement emphasizes the underlying bodily gestures indicated by the sounds and rhythms in various music styles, and in this way encapsulates the identity of the individual participating in the manyfragmented taste groupings in society. In the same sense, dress and music have worked as a gate-opener to society for ethnic European outsiders like gays or working class, or non-Western immigrants, that could define their position in society through expressing themselves in hybrid subcultures. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7768 Filer i denne post: 1
Huizinga, Harry; Nielsen, Søren Bo (København, 2004)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Resume: Internationalization offers enhanced opportunities for individuals to place savings abroad and evade domestic saving taxation. This paper asks whether the concomi- tant loss of saving taxation necessarily is harmful. To this end we construct a model of many symmetric countries in which public goods are financed by taxes on saving and investment. There is international cross-ownership of firms, and countries are assumed to be unable to tax away pure profits. Countries then face an incentive to impose a rather high investment tax also borne by foreigners. In this setting, the loss of the saving tax instrument on account of international tax evasion may prevent the overall saving-investment tax wedge from becoming too high, and hence may be beneficial for moderate preferences for public goods. A world with 'high- spending' governments, in contrast, is made worse off by the loss of saving taxes, and hence stands to gain from international cooperation to restore saving taxation. JEL-Classifcation: H87, H21 Keywords: Capital income taxation, cross-ownership, coordination URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7535 Filer i denne post: 1
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Sornn-Friese, Henrik (København, 1998)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]


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Taken from the Hidden Lake trail, this photo shows the complicated south ridge of Clements. If you look at this and feel unsure about it, go for the longer but much easier and safer west ridge route. Better yet, if you have the time, climb Reynolds first so you can study Clements from a high position, too, and then do Clements the next day. Although Clements is lower than Reynolds, which is the reason I climbed Clements before Reynolds, all of Clements' nonstandard routes are harder than the north face/east couloir route on Reynolds. The standard route on Clements is more exposed than the standard route on Reynolds is, but the Class 3 scrambling is harder on the Reynolds route. In this photo, the rock finger is visible, and the "teeth" are above and right (center of photo). The route may not look that complicated from this perspective, but it is a very different story when you are actually up there. Glacier National Park, MT--July 2006 | The Kings of Logan Pass, and the Upshot of Morning Thunder (Trip Report) Bob Sihler's Image Gallery Clements Mountain (Mountain/Rock) South Ridge (Route) Vandalism by Ice-- Glacier National Park (Album) Image Data
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"Perhaps you picked up this book because of the sensation surrounding my trial. Yet, you must have wanted more than sensation or you would have thrown it aside before now. If you continued to read, it was because in this hasty and incomplete account, I told you something that at some level of your being, you already know. Something you know as an echo, as a glimpse in a dream or as a fragile hope you are ashamed to voice."
Ideas. They are fantastic things, and a great idea usually can lead to a terrific novel. Sometimes an idea is enough: a metaphysical philosophy aroused from the Jungian collective unconscious, soaked through formulated sentences and phrases, ordered into paragraphs, and eventually pages then chapters, resulting in a book. And then, sometimes it is not enough, when a writer is just not up to the task at hand. And it isn't necessarily the novelist's fault, ambition is often (as I've said) enough to make things work.
Unfortunately this is not the case with Dorothy Bryant's 1971 novel, The Kin of Ata Are Waiting for You. All the elements of a fantastical success are here: we are introduced to our "park bench" character, the narcissistic, abusive narrator-- a successful male novelist with a temper problem, in need of either being erased or turning around, full-circle. After possibly killing his girlfriend, he makes a run for it and in the process crashes his car off of a cliff.
He wakes in a strange world, apparently an island with indigenous people living life nagdeo. Nagdeo is THE DREAM, as in living the dream. What is the dream? Kindness. Compatibility. Permissiveness. The aborigines have their own language, composed of many recognizable human languages that the narrator slowly begins to decode. He falls in love with a dark skinned girl that he once had raped. Things begin to change...
"You have only to want It, to believe in It, and tonight, when you close your eyes, you can begin your journey."
If this sounds like a good novel to you, it comes as no surprise. But if only the author was competent enough to weave all these things together without distancing the reader. I don't give a damn about the narrator's transition. He's still always an asshole, and the flaw is almost all weighted in the first-person narrative. The book shrugs off drugs as a valid means of questing for inner truths as easily as it shrugs off its breezy narrative--lacking depth, intensity, and most of all--nagdeo!--the very thing that the book uses as its central theme is not exhibited by the author in their presentation of the book.
So, while the cover of the original publication may be enticing in its psychedelic hues of warm reds and oranges, the depiction of a beautiful tree growing amidst fungi and bubbles & butterflies--it never lives up to its aspirations.
I have not read any other Dorothy Bryant books, but I see that she has also written a book called Writing a Novel--a book I will not read for obvious reasons. The Kin of Ata Are Waiting for You was originally published as The Comforter by Moon Books. A more recent edition was repressed by Random House. Read something else instead.
"...and the Comforter...shall teach you all thingsand bring all thingsto your remembrance."
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(c) A horseman shall be liable for an intentional injury which he or she inflicts upon a participant.
(d) Every horseman shall carry public liability insurance in limits of no less than one hundred thousand dollars per person, three hundred thousand dollars per occurrence and ten thousand dollars for property damage.
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Serpent V2 Front Spring Set (Pink) (2) (0.73N/4.15lbs)
This is a replacement Serpent V2 Pink Front Spring Set, and is intended for use with the Serpent S811 Cobra 2.0 1/8 scale buggy. These shock springs can also be used optionally with the rest of the S811 1/8 scale buggy and truggy line. These springs are stiffer than the stock pink kit springs included with the Cobra 2.0 buggy. These V2 springs feature a 1.4 wire for a softer feel over bumps.
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2012-06-04, 20:38 | Link #1 |
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Anime Guitar Covers =)
Hey buddies!
These are not from anime, but I'd still like to share them anyways =) ParagonX9 - Chaoz Fantasy (Duet) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLJSmLqEBcA Guang Liang - Fairy Tale - "Tong Hua" - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXQ_BHxSuYw Clint Mansell - Requiem For A Dream - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-NWmk7pjow Cascada - Everytime We Touch - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGjLLJEnTcA Celine Dion - My Heart Will Go On - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMVM0FR8viY My top anime are Naruto, Fairy Tail, Pokemon and Clannad and just wanted to share some of my anime guitar covers to you guys! Hope you'll all enjoy! Like, comment, sub if you appreciate any =) Fairy Tail - Slow Main Theme (Second Cover) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-uMRqmzfy5I Pokemon - Goldenrod City - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZW61OCCBUw Pokemon - Littleroot Town - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oTw4DHeRNE Pokemon Center (re-cover) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7I-dtP-PWcs Clannad - Dango Daikazoku (re-cover) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3k7wHjkQ-g Fairy Tail - Main Theme - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9T60VZeVGM Naruto Sadness and Sorrow - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vBV0lb9DwNE Pokemon Center - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TpwjN08HI80 Pokemon Pallet Town - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-OZ45FQZ0g Clannad - The Place Where Wishes Come True - "Negai ga Kanau Basho" - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_r-xhaqVB74 Clannad - Roaring Tides - "Uminari" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jg7Xsj0WXOc Clannad - Dango Daikazoku http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pi5dVuEmewQ YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/redxguitar Last edited by redxguitar; 2013-06-12 at 11:54. Reason: new cover |
2012-06-06, 17:07 | Link #4 |
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New Guitar Cover! Fairy Tail Main Theme!
Hey friends! I have so much time over this summer and thus, I made another guitar song cover! This time its
Fairy Tail - Main Theme http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9T60VZeVGM Enjoy! |
2012-06-07, 01:01 | Link #6 |
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I really enjoyed your covers! Keep it up! I would love to hear more things from anime.
But I noticed another thing, you have absolutely amazing hands, they are simply beautiful. I fell in love with them, I know only few people whose hands I would call beautiful, but now you're one of them and on the top I would say. ^__^
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2012-06-08, 07:33 | Link #8 |
Princess since baptism.
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Oh, I do get what you mean! I also have long fingers and gewnerally big hands ideal for guitar playing but I do not have the motivation to learn it seriously. No, you do not have girly hands. They are manly, but not rough, and big, just my type xD
2012-07-07, 15:16 | Link #14 |
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Location: In the distortion of space and time..
Are you thinking of doing new animes besides Pokemon, Naruto and Clannad?
If you are, I was wondering if you could do a cover of the Opening and the Ending song of Infinite Stratos!
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A! List Brunches in Dubai
The Fountain
Address: Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai
Tel: 04 336 6000
Web: www.moevenpick-burdubai.com
Dress code: Casual
Times: 12noon to 4pm
Price Range: $$
The Friday Brunch at the Fountain restaurant is an ideal venue for friends and family to get together in a vibrant environment to enjoy the traditional brunch buffet complimented with an à la carte menu served fresh from the kitchen. That's not all! The Kids Club provides a supervised play area with fun and entertaining activities for children leaving you time to relax.
FYI: Brunch costs Dhs190 including soft drinks and Dhs260 including alcoholic beverages.
Signature dishes: Book early and have a chance to take a 2.4 litre pack of Mövenpick Ice Cream home with you.
JW Marriott's Triple Delight
Address: JW Marriott Hotel, Bur Dubai
Tel: 04 607 7977
Web: www.marriottdiningatjw.ae
Dress code: Party frocks and Hawaiian shirts go down well in this colourful brunch spot
Times: 12pm to 4pm
Price Range: $$$
With three restaurants contributing to the smorgasbord of food on offer you're guaranteed to eat far too much here and have a lot of fun doing it. The Market Place, serving flavoursome international fare, is imbued with rustic French sophistication. There are barrels of oysters being shucked for your pleasure; there's a walk-in cheese and wine cellar; rolls upon of crusty bread line one counter and succulent roast meats get carved up on another. Sit in this section if you're on a date.
If, however, you find yourself out with a group of friends, sit in the jolly Polynesian-themed Bamboo Lagoon restaurant – this is the best party brunch venue we've experienced in Dubai. The lively Polynesian band keeps toes tapping and giddy friends chatting while the bubbly is in free flow.
Between these restaurants is a Bavarian buffet from the hotel's Hofbräuhaus with enough supersized sausages and pickled cabbage to keep any German content. Wander between the three, plucking tasty morsels with wild abandon and leave all thoughts of diets until after the weekend.
FYI: Dhs220 with soft drinks, Dhs330 with house drinks, Dhs440 with premium drinks, and Dhs 550 with free-flowing bubbly; Dhs110 for children six to 12.
Last orders are at 3.30pm and there's a children's play area open from 12pm to 4pm with a mini buffet.
Signature dishes: Fresh oysters, bratwurst and sushi.
Address: The Address Montgomerie Dubai, Emirates Hills, Dubai
Tel: 04 390 5600
Web: http://www.theaddress.com/en/dining/nineteen
Dress code: Lacoste inspired, chino-heavy golf-chic
Times: 12pm to 3.30pm, Friday
Price Range: $$$
The serene green scene- otherwise known as the eighteenth hole of The Montgomerie golf course- sets the stylish tone and provides the perfect backdrop for Nineteen's a la carte brunch, considered by many to be a cut above the usual buffet-style offerings. Forget casual golf-club grub; the emphasis here is on grills and the slowly rotating rotisserie. You can graze on the selection of salads and starters before opting for the sizzling mains. Carnivores delight in the choice of juicy lamb chops, prawns, flaky fish, steaks and chicken, all freshly grilled or seared as per your specifications. The dessert buffet is a sugar fiend's dream; it's a wonder there isn't a queue for the crepe station, where the chef expertly plates up bespoke crepes. Opt for the mixed berry or chocolate filled ones served up with scoops of home-made berry, mascarpone and yogurt ice-cream. Chocolate brown marble floors, wood panels, white leather chairs and the odd flash of scarlet combine for a chic dining environment yet the discerning will brave the heat to dine al fresco overlooking the verdant course.
FYI: Dhs235 including soft drinks, Dhs325 including house beverages. If you can't make it to their Friday brunches, why not have a traditional Saturday roast lunch instead? Served with all the trimmings including crunchy on the outside, fluffy in the middle roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables, you better pace yourself as you're sure to overdo the buffet salad and dessert bars that are laid out as part of the feast. Dhs235 with soft drinks, Dhs325 including selected house beverages while children under 12 eat free.
Signature Dishes: The freshly shucked oyster station, grilled prawns, crepe station.
Address: Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel, Dubai
Tel: 04 444 5613
Web: www.thegoodlife.ae
Dress code: Smart casual
Times:12.30pm to 3.30pm, Friday
Price Range: $$
The Mistral Friday Brunch takes you around the world, giving you the widest choice of culinary delights in one amazing location. A great atmosphere with free flowing beverages means it's the perfect place to relax with friends and family or celebrate and kick off any party. Bring the kids with because there is even something for the little ones. Check out the exotic petting zoo, bouncy castle, indoor cinema and face painting.
FYI: Summer prices are Dhs275 for adults, children 13-16, Dhs105, Children 6-12, Dhs65, children under 6 eat free.
Signature Dishes: The beauty of this brunch is there is food of a variety of flavours from around the world so dig in.
The Thai Kitchen
Address: Park Hyatt, Deira, Dubai
Tel: 04 317 2222
Web: http://www.restaurants.dubai.hyatt.com/thethaikitchen/
Dress code: White linens and soothing beiges to blend in with the zen Park Hyatt vibe
Times: 12.30pm to 4pm, Friday
Price Range: $$$
The classy Thai Kitchen specialises in dishes from Thailand's North Eastern Esan Province; given that Chef de Cuisine Supattra originates from there, what this means is that the food takes on an authentic regional slant that makes it stand out from the other Thai-spots-around- the-block. One of the first restaurants to place their chefs on display, the show kitchen concept still entrances and presents spice-fiends with a nerve racking choice of seating. Whether watching the inside theatre of the chefs chop, stir-fry and serve in their spotless kitchens, artistically piled high fresh ingredients is your bag, or watching the outside parade of yachts on the azure marina, you will be guaranteed plates featuring 95 per cent of their ingredients straight from Thailand. The limitless a la carte style brunch won't leave you remotely peckish as there is a massive choice of starters, mains and desserts to pick from. Kick off with their signature pomelo and papaya salads, move onto beef with Thai basil, green chicken curry and make sure you keep room for sweet mango on sticky rice and creamy coconut ice-cream.
FYI: Dhs260 including Chilean white, red and rose wine and beer; Dhs195 without.
Signature Dishes: Yellow curry soft shell crab, roast duck clay pot, beef yellow curry noodles.
Spice Island
Address: Crown Plaza Hotel, Salahuddin Road, Deira, Dubai
Tel: 04 262 5555
Web: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com
Dress code: Casual; elasticised waistbands are recommended
Times: 12pm to 4pm, Friday
Price Range: $$$
Justifiably famous for its Friday brunch which has been going since 1999 (historic in Dubai terms), making a pilgrimage to Spice Island is now a bit of a rite of passage. The secret to its longevity is its winning formula; it's an unpretentious, bargain-priced, multi-cuisine, family-family offering that truly conjures up something for everyone- and in most cases sends bewildered tourists and first timers into a choice-based tizzy due to the 134 items on offer. Sizzling cooking stations serve up the freshest options be it Mexican, Indian (opt for paneer tikkas and crispy papadoms), Japanese (make sure you try the shrimp tempura), Chinese, Italian or Mongolian whilst homesick expat Brits usually kick off proceedings with a serious fry-up. An excellent pick for large groups, the staff happily manage to keep up with thirsty hordes wanting top-ups- no mean feat as patrons seem determined to get their money's worth!
FYI: The tee-total package is Dhs169 (including soft drinks); Original Grand Buffet Dhs229 (including house beverages), Premium Experience Dhs289 (including premium beverages). For an additional Dhs99 you can upgrade to include free sparkling wine. If you don't want to sacrifice your Friday to a food-fest, but blow-out buffets at night are your thing, Spice Island might be just the ticket as this feast is laid out nightly too.
Signature Dishes: The Mexican station is always a favourite. Make your own tacos, tostadas, nachos or fajitas stuffed and topped with refried Pinto beans, chili con carne, Cajun fish or chicken, guacamole, cheddar cheese, jalapenos and spicy tomato salsa along with a host of other options.
Address: Oasis Beach Tower, JBR The Walk, Dubai Marina, Dubai
Tel: 04 315 4200
Web: http://www.jebelali-international.com
Dress code: Provencal casual
Times: 12.30pm to 3.30pm
Price Range: $$$
Mediterranean food cooked with superior flare is on the cards at this JBR secret, perhaps a victim of its hidden location in the midst of the Oasis Beach Tower apartment block, which is nonetheless a favourite with Jumeirah Janes and their gregarious families, food fans looking for gastro-bargains and tourists shunning the identikit chains that pepper The Walk. Once inside Thyme envelops you like a comforting hug; country-casual meets homey-cosy is the vibe with large wooden tables, kid-friendly activities and wallet-friendly prices. The beach-front location with purely indoor seating means diners are sparse during the cooler months but luckily - and justifiably - their weekend brunches are a marina-magnet. Everything from an anti-pasti selection that literally tastes of the sunshine the superior ingredients were tended in, to a simple tomato soup, from a rack of lamb to a parmesan risotto or a tarragon-roasted baby chicken are cooked with finesse.
FYI: A snip at Dhs140 including soft drinks, a still reasonable Dhs280 including wine, selected beers and house spirits. The champagne brunch is Dhs395. Children from six to 12 eat at half price, while those younger than six eat free.
Signature Dishes: Their succulent grills are a big draw, as is the abundant dessert station.
The Med
Address: Media One Hotel, Media City, Dubai
Tel: 04 427 1000
Web: http://www.mebreaks.com
Dress code: Post brunch poolside posing ensures swimsuits and kaftans (with full make-up) are the outfits of choice
Times: 12pm to 4pm, Friday
Price Range: $$$
Slightly strangely, given that 'The Med' hints heavily at having a Mediterranean theme for brunch, there are curries, moreish zaatar and oozing-cheese filled Saj and even sushi platters on display. It turns out that this Media City haunt, popular amongst a young, raucous set who covet the outdoor terrace tables overlooking the pool (on the M-deck), actually offers up an international selection during its Friday food-fest. That means tons more options for those eschewing carbs (the seafood selection is worth getting involved in the scrum for). A new contender for the title of the best party brunch, The Med doesn't have the history of Yalumba but given the pretty young things that flock to it, and the appearance of a pool-side DJ who ensures an Ibiza-style Cafe del Mar vibe from 5pm, this new pretender could swipe the fun-based crown. Definitely more about the scene than the cuisine though.
FYI: Dhs288 with house beverages. The daytime party seems to blend seamlessly with an evening one that runs alongside a second brunch from 7-10.30pm, but be warned, if you stay for both get ready to fork out twice so instead relocate to the free pool-deck to continue the debauchery.
Signature Dishes: The oven-baked pizza station is a carb-lover's dream.
Belgian Beer Cafe
Address: Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
Tel: 04 447 0227
Web: www.belgianbeercafejumeirah.com
Dress code: Smart casual - a cocktail dress and your latest Loubies will look out of place here, it's more of a maxi dress and wedges kind of venue
Times: 12pm to 4pm, Friday
Price Range: $$$
It's only just launched, but we have a feeling this brunch could become a fast favourite. Served on the terrace overlooking the Madinat waterways, the Belgian Beer Cafe casts off the shackles of the usual buffet brunch options and offers unlimited picks from an à la carte menu. From breakfast staples like eggs Benedict, to steak tartare, mussels in white vino sauce and Flemish beef stew – there's something for everyone. Just make sure you leave room for a plate of classic Belgian waffles! As the name suggests, hops-based beverages are a specialty of the venue, with draught options like Stella Artois, Hoegaarden, Leffe Blonde, Leffe Brune, Belle Vue Kriek all served at your table.
FYI: Dhs180 including soft drinks, Dhs269 including house drinks. The newest BCC, in the Madinat, may be knew but it's already carved out a healthy following, so make sure you book ahead!
Signature Dishes: Moules with fries is the perfect representation of true Belgian fare.
Times of Arabia
Address: Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
Tel: 04 368 6044
Web: www.jumeirah.com
Dress code: Smart casual - make sure you dress modestly at this Arabic affair
Times: 12.30pm to 4.30pm, Friday
Price Range: $$$
If you haven't eaten Arabic food before, this is a fantastic introduction to the cuisine. At the new Times of Arabia weekend brunch you get a lot of food for your dirham so leave your diet at the door!
The a la carte style brunch is served at your table in five courses – lentil soup followed by a cold mezze spread of Arabic favourites including hummus, mutabel, fattoush and tabouleh salads; hot mezze such as omelette, kibbeh and sambousik; mixed meat and fish grill; and finally a range of Arabic desserts.
Set on the terrace, beautifully designed in the style of traditional tents, make sure you try out the recommended Arabic beverages, and order a shisha afterwards before you attempt to waddle out.
FYI: Dhs150, Dhs275 including house beverages, Dhs80 for children. A great place to bring your visitors to to give them a taste of Arabic culture!
Signature Dishes: The hot mezze options are so moorish, you'll practically be forced to loosen your belt due to all the overindulgence.


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Nighttrain makes it to Kuwait....
Ok Fellas, i made it here to my new home for the next year. Apartment is decent, we have a Gym, sauna, hot tub, pool, and free internet.... so looks like im set... i went to the Gym about an hour ago, it is pretty sparse... flat bench, incline bench, 300 pounds of weight, dumbbells goto 50lbs and no squat rack....... FML, oh well maybe i will find one on the economy, i was just hoping to not have to pay for it as im trying to keep my expenses down so i can bank most of what i make while im here.
ok i will start a new work out thread and start logging again Peace :rockon::rockon::rockon: |
I think I could make due with the 300 pounds but having no rack and heavy dumbbells stink. Looks like a lot of 5 sets x 10 reps with 50 pounds :)
Good to hear from you NT. I knew you were leaving but I wasn't sure it would be this quick. Hope you have a good Christmas. I will miss you at the Arnold this year. |
Guess you have to clean the bar to do squats then =) Good to hear from you man, and have a good 2012!
This is where you start attaching/strapping smaller plates to the dumbbells to increase their load; squat rack, would oil drums or something else that's laying about suffice? Not that oil drums are laying about ;) |
If you don't mind me asking what takes you to Kuwait? Are you involved with the oil industry?
Glad to hear you made it in one piece. Stay safe and hope you can work something out with the iron.
Naw Josh, im not involved in the oil industry.
i am a govt contractor, im over here doing modifacations to one of the Mrap variants.... http://media.defenseindustrydaily.co...Driving_lg.jpg |
Awesome. That looks like a pretty stout ride. Good luck over there. I've known quite a few guys who've worked in Oman and Qatar, they all seemed to enjoy it.
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"My downfall raises me to infinite heights."
Napoleon Bonaparte
"That's just about girls. It's weird that whatever else is on your mind, whether it's the downfall of global economics or terrible environmental troubles, the thing that always gets you most is when you fancy someone"
Chris Martin
"A nation never falls but by suicide"
Ralph Waldo Emerson
"It's his downfall. It's what gets him at the end, that he won't let the love in. He's incapable of it,"
Charles Shyer
"I had a double whammy there because not only did I have the downfall that we've just been talking about, but my wife divorced me, which was a blow, ... I seriously considered suicide."
Dan Walker
"We came out flat. In the second inning, we couldn't make a play. That was our downfall right there."
Wesley Takimoto
"Our downfall was that we lost our composure there a little bit at the end. Offensively we just haven't put it all together yet."
Chris Kestner
"Third down was our downfall. I think it's as simple as that."
Mike Tice
"Scott did a fantastic job here in Enfield, was completely nonpartisan, which basically led to his downfall, which is the unfortunate part because that's what you want in a town manager. You want someone who gives you their professional opinion. I think Manchester would really reap their rewards if they hire Scott."
Scott Kaupin
"Unfortunately, the penalties and the dropped balls were our biggest downfall of the first half."
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Haven't seen any information about this. Is anyone here planning to attend? It begins tomorrow and runs through Sunday.
I say I'm going each year and something always comes up...I might go this time but looks like I will be solo .. haven't been and need to look up a hotel for a night. If I go will probably be sat. morning...
Worth every minute if you're into/want to get into 'everything' Spey. Where else could you go for top end FREE instruction(s) and have $100K worth of rods, lines, etc., to play with? Bottom line is you could easily spend well BEYOND $1,000 for a top end rod, reel and line ... that you've never had a chance to even cast. Here you'll do all that, and you'll know what you drop the dime for is equipment is actually what you want. Your cost to attend? A $5.00 park enterence fee AND THEY EVEN GIVE YOU A FREE LUNCH AND DINNER!~
I was there today. Good fun and lots of top-end equipment to try out. Also some great demonstrations on the river.
went today.. hi highlights in terms of equipment there that I cast or looked at with the exception of Scarcione reels. cast a Winston bx whatever 9' 8wt performed poorly ( wouldn't hold line in the air well) made it very difficult to cast the whole line.. ( tip is too light) cast a 13 foot 7 weight echo that was pretty nice... walked down the line wiggling Hardys, Sages, Greys and Loomis and Winstons.. they all felt the same light tips with stiff butts... on the bright side had some good conversations with some really nice people...
I camped Friday and Saturday nights with my family and had a great time at the Spey Clave. Mark, Patty, and the gang from the Fly Shop in Welches put on a first class event and attracted people from Arizona, Texas, Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, Calif, and of course you Wahingtonians along with us Oregonians. If you have not attended this clave you need to put it on your calendar for next year.
I was there all three days. It was pretty nice to be able to pick up any rod and walk out on the grass and cast until your arm fell off if you wanted to. The food was pretty good for such a large gathering and the reps from the various companies were outgoing and helpful. The fly tying was also pretty good as were the various sessions given throughout the day. It was well worth the trip.
Was there with Steve all three days and it was great learning experience. Getting personal help from some of the greatest instructors was a hoot. Lets see what did they say. Oh yes now I remember. GO PRACTICE. Now all I have to do is wait for my Gary Anderson Rod to arrive.
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Actress Doris Roberts has played the role of mother to Billy Crystal, Bette Midler, Tony Danza and Marlo Thomas, to name just a few. Her favorite mother role is as real-life mother to son Michael, but her favorite television mother role is her Emmy award-winning personification as the meddlesome Marie Barone in the prime time CBS comedy Everybody Loves Raymond.
What type of mother is Marie Barone? She is based on a combination of series star Ray Romanos mother, who is Italian, and series producer Phil Rosenthals mother, whos German-Jewish. Roberts combined the personalities of both mothers and came up with her own twist. They are different rhythms, different personas. I meld them together, Roberts explains.
Her contribution, in creating the character of Marie Barone, is a very important one. This woman could be a harridan. She really is more than meddlesome. She justifies Maries actions, and makes them more palatable. Everything I do, I do it because I want them (the other characters) to make a better life, a better home. It all comes from love. Thats why Im very pleased and excited that I have that much of a contribution for that character that makes everyone laugh, because if you laugh at me, you can laugh at your own parents. I really am proud to say, that nothing is dishonest. When I act, I am as pure as you can get in that character. I am having a grand time.
Doris May Roberts made her entrance onto the worlds stage on November 4, in St. Louis, Missouri. An only child growing up during the Depression, Doris was raised by her mother, Anne, after her father deserted the family. Her grandparents had an apartment in the South Bronx, New York, and raised her while her mother worked to support them. Roberts was influenced both by her mothers resoluteness and by her Uncle Willie, her mothers brother. He came to stay with my mother and then I came to stay with my mother. He taught me about love. He loved me unconditionally.
Roberts first displayed thespian talents with a debut at the age of 6 in a kindergarten play. She proudly warbled, Im Patrick Potato. This is my cousin, Mrs. Tomato. Everyone laughed and Doris was hooked on performing. She entered the Hearns Amateur Hour radio talent contest and although singing Winter Wonderland with a lisp got her a brisk rejection, she, like her mother, persevered. It was, in fact, her mother who supported her efforts and took her to see Broadway matinees.
Her early schooling was handled by the New York City public school system, followed by a brief enrollment at New York University, with a major in journalism. However, her natural flair and love of the dramatic led her to switch to the Neighborhood Playhouse School of Theater.
In 1955, her dream of acting on stage came true. Doris debuted on Broadway in William Saroyans classic play, The Time of Your Life, at City Center. In spite of her innate acting abilities, she decided to join the famed Actors Studio, to fine tune her techniques. Roberts first TV role came in 1952, with a guest part on the television series Studio One. Other guest roles included parts on Ben Casey, Naked City, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and more.
But in her personal life, things were not all that rosy. Although her first marriage to Michael Cannata eventually ended in divorce, her proudest creation was from that union, their son Michael Cannata, Jr., born in 1957.
Continuing to conquer new venues, Roberts made her film debut in 1961 in Something Wild. A steady stream of movie roles followed, with parts in Barefoot in the Park (1967), No Way to Treat a Lady (1968), and more than 30 appearances in film and TV movies during the next 20 years. She also continued to pursue stage roles. In 1973-74, she won the Outer Critics Circle Award for best actress for the off-Broadway play, Bad Habits. One of her favorite movie roles was in Hester Street (1975), a film about turn of the century Russian-Jewish immigrants, starring Carol Kane.
But acting on stage remained Roberts first career love. And, it happened that stage work was instrumental in bringing another love into her life. In the late 1950s, (Charles) William Goyen was primarily a novelist. After he began writing dramatic works and six of his plays were produced, he had the good fortune to be introduced to Doris Roberts. They married in 1963. They remained married until his death in 1983. He was her love, her partner, her friend. Recalling their last month, Roberts still gets very emotional.
She says, He was a wonderful writer and novelist. He was dying, and he looked at me and said, I just worry about you, I wonder how... Then he stopped in the middle of the sentence. He looked me in the face and said, You know, on second thought, that will be your problem. We both laughed and got through a difficult moment.
After Goyen died, she appeared on talk shows and talked about his books. People would ask me how can I go on? I said, You have a choice. You can either lie down and die with that person, or you can go on. There is a time for mourning. That is very important. Get it out of your body, and then move on. Put the coffee cup down, and get up and get out of the house.
In 1983, she won her first Emmy as Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for St. Elsewhere, a role that re-introduced her to actor James Coco. Roberts and Coco had worked together in three films: A New Leaf (1971), Such Good Friends (1971), and the television film, The Diary of Anne Frank (1980). Also in 1983, she signed on as the character Mildred Krebs for the second season of the Remington Steele NBC television series (1982-1987), for which she was nominated for an Emmy in 1985. She received subsequent nominations for Perfect Strangers (1989) and The Sunset Gang (1991).
As she aged gracefully, Roberts became more and more aware that although she had been working steadily, roles for actresses over 40 were not in abundance. On September 4, 2002, she testified before a U.S. Congressional panel how the entertainment industry has made aging a detriment to hiring. When she auditioned for the part of Marie Barone on Raymond in 1996, for instance, there were about 100 women trying out for the one part. She testified that age discrimination is prevalent in Hollywood, advocating that such discrimination be treated on par with biases against race and gender.
I did a research project before I spoke to the Senate. In the last hundred years, the average age of a Nobel prize winner was 65. Do you tell Picasso he cant paint any longer because hes over 40? In October of 2002, Women In Film sponsored a Conference On Ageism entitled, Its Time We All Grow Up! Writers, Directors & Producers Look at Hollywood. Roberts was keynote speaker and provided statistics and descriptive commentary on how women on television are perceived by television writers and producers. (In fact, attorney Daniel Wolf has organized a class action suit on age discrimination on behalf of television writers over 40.)
Since Everybody Loves Raymond debuted in 1996, Roberts has won the American Comedy Award (1999) as funniest supporting female performer in a TV series. In 2001, she won the TV Guide award for best supporting actress. In 2001 and 2002, she won an Emmy award for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. She was nominated in the same category in 2000 and 1999. In addition, she has won the Q award, from the Viewers for Quality Television three years in a row (1998-2000.) In 2003, the cast of Raymond won an Emmy for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series. The show has just been renewed for its eighth season.
Her television schedule keeps her hopping. We do it in four days. We rehearse Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and we film on Thursday in front of an audience. They cut stuff out and transfer things, put in new stuff. Thats the stressful part. It changes while youre doing it. I did 21 years on Broadway; you dont ever want to make a mistake in front of an audience. Film (movies) is just tedious, in that you do it over and over, from different angles, back of your head, over your shoulder and a close-up and all that. There is no one around, except the crew, and you can make all the mistakes you want. You cant do that on the set of Raymond. I hate it if I make a mistake.
Acting has taught Doris important values. Its taught me patience, certainly more than Ive ever had. Its taught me commitment. Its taught me to be generous, to be honest, and to listen.
Doris really cooks, as they say. On the show, her character is always cooking for her TV sons. Roberts herself was the spokesperson for the ConAgra Foods Home Food Safety initiative, a national educational campaign to emphasize proper food preparation and handling. This year, Roberts has created a new way to cook, with love and humor.
Roberts new book, Are You Hungry, Dear? Life, Laughs, and Lasagna, written with Danelle Morton, has just come out, published by St. Martins Press. Its about sharing things Ive learned that have changed my life.
She was a little surprised by the writing process. Im not a writer, Im a storyteller. These are all stories and experiences that I have had in my life. Im just telling you a story and sharing with you. Some of them so helped me as a human being and made my life so much better. I hope you pick up on it, and I hope you laugh.
So where should an inspirational, humorous book with recipes be kept in the home? In the kitchen? In the library?
I think in the library. There is a recipe after each chapter, but thats the fun part. Its an added fun thing.
As for the food part, she says, My mother was a terrible cook. I really didnt learn how to cook until I married my first husband. His mother was a wonderful Italian cook. First I learned from watching her, and then later on I would improvise.
There have been a few other perks in Roberts career recently. Last year she was featured on Lifetime Televisions Womens Intimate Portrait. The show chronicled her life and career in their one-hour special. In 2003, Roberts got her name on a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
These days, Roberts portrays another mother in the Paramount Pictures film Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star. She has also just completed two films for television: A Time to Remember for the Hallmark Channel and Raising Waylon for CBSboth to be shown in November.
A long-time dog lover and owner, Roberts has worked with a group called Puppies Behind Bars. Inmates learn to train puppies as a preliminary step, before the dogs can get final training to become seeing-eye dogs. Through her being involved with the group, she stays connected with her passion for animals. One of the dogs she named Raymond. Hes sired over 87 puppies, she says.
She is also active in an organization called the Children Affected by AIDS Foundation. Ive been chairperson for that for nine years now; were now going into our tenth year. It really is incredible what weve done. Recently Roberts brought in the talents of Ray Romano, Kevin James, Wayne Brady and Kathy Griffin to headline an evening fundraiser.
Foremost in her life is her family. She kvells over her son Michael, who is also her manager, her daughter-in-law Jane, and three grandchildren, Kelsey, Andrew and Devon. She had an opportunity to share her love of traveling with them recently when Raymond went on location to Italy, and they visited Florence and went to the Uffizi Museum.
I took my family when Everybody Loves Raymond went there to film. We had the best time. We got a wonderful translator and I told her to pick out two paintings in each gallery. She picked Adam and Eve being expelled from the Garden of Eden (The Expulsion from Eden). My grandson Andrew, who was then 9 years old, said, Eve gave Adam the apple, then God should have thrown her out and given Adam a time out! She laughs.
Roberts is content. Her perseverance and belief in herself has brought her joy and fulfillment. Although she keeps learning more and more about herself, shes pleased. Im comfortable in my own skin. The business of wanting, or thinking, or dreaming that someone else will fulfill your dreams is wrong. You make yourself a better person. This is my time. I am in control of my life. I am fearless. I love what I do. Im blessed. I pray that everybody can find something they do that they love. Then its not work, its really a profession. Its a joy to do it. Youre scared by it, and youre challenged by it. That is what keeps you alive.
At the 2003 Emmy Awards, Roberts won her second Emmy in a row for her role on Everybody Loves Raymond.
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April 15, 2008 3:15 PM
Bedard placed on DL
Posted by Larry Stone
Erik Bedard was just placed on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to April 9, the day after he last pitched in Tampa. That's doesn't necessarily indicate a major setback for Bedard. He is eligible to come off on April 24 -- a week from Thursday. Considering that R.A. Dickey has already been slotted into Bedard's next scheduled start in Anaheim, this will give him a chance to make sure the hip is completely healthy, and the M's will have a chance to fortify the bullpen with another pitcher.
I wouldn't be surprised if Brandon Morrow is called up. Arthur Rhodes, who was in West Tennessee, told us yesterday that Morrow is throwing very well. He said that Morrow had a health setback involving his biceps, but after resting it a couple of days, he came back strong.
I talked to Bedard earlier today (see previous blog entry) and he says he's feeling better each day. But this remains a very worrisome issue for the Mariners, obviously.
The Mariners said the corresponding move (Bedard's roster replacement) won't come until tomorrow.
Here's a quote from John McLaren from the press release:
"We have said consistently that we're not going to rush Erik back. At this point, we thought it made the most sense to go ahead and place him on the DL. It should not change when he's available to make his next start, and gives us the ability to add another player in the meantime."
Posted by Ben
3:29 PM, Apr 15, 2008
This is a repost - since i posted it a minute before this bedard DL announcement:
So say RA Dickey excels with a start - maybe is even somewhat dominant as a starter - what do we do about our rotation? Would it possibly push Washburn or Batista to the pen in a long relief role?
Batista has not looked too fantastic thus far (yes it's early - i suppose that is now the catch phrase of every post). He did similar things last year - high WHIP - letting people on, but last year he got out of those jams more often than not. This year those runs seem to be coming in more.
Anyway, if Dickey does well - would he get consideration as a 5th starter?
Posted by Adam
3:34 PM, Apr 15, 2008
Ben - I doubt it, just because the Mariners are so into roles and veteranness. And although I do say that with a great deal of "snark," I think it's really how they think. So unless Batista or Washburn really bomb, I don't think Dickey has a shot at the 5 spot.
Which is fine, for now. Dickey is going to be a valuable member of this team, you watch.
Posted by ricofoy
3:38 PM, Apr 15, 2008
Is it true Bedard hurt his hip playing Twister?
A few of us here called his injury history into question long before this ill-fated trade ever took place and sure enough..Does anyone really think he'll be completely healthy by next Thursday? Not me. He'll come back, pitch a start or two and then they'll find out what's really wrong with him.
Posted by Ben
3:39 PM, Apr 15, 2008
Yeah - i think he'll be good and i also doubt he'll be slotted into the rotation, especially after one start. But Batista has left a little to be desired thus far and Washburn is only ok.
If Dickey can come in for middle relief and do a good job there, then that should be good too.
Also - why was Roy Corcoran not even really on that end of spring training list of players being considered? He seems to be doing pretty well since coming up. He's getting a lot of groundball outs. But i don't remember his name being in the mix towards the end of spring training.
Posted by Lance
3:45 PM, Apr 15, 2008
Well, I said before the deal I thought the Mariners would do just fine with a rotation of Felix, Silva, Batista, Washburn and either Morrow, Baek or Dickey. So, I guess I'll get a chance to see, for at least a week anyway, how that rotation would work out.
Sure do miss having Sherrill in the pen and Jones in RF, though.
But, even if we loss Bedard for any significant period of time, it hardly means the season is lost.
However, if some of these hitters don't start coming around we're going to have to recall Jeff Clement. Too many of these guys aren't getting it done. That can't be tolerated long.
Posted by Stu
3:46 PM, Apr 15, 2008
Nice trade Bavasi. I wonder if Heathcliff Slocumb is available? Bedard trade a typical Mariner disaster. Go M's! Yippee!!!!
Posted by oregongal
3:46 PM, Apr 15, 2008
Go #42 (Batista, Yuni, Beltre')!
Enjoy the game, all. Can't wait to read about the victory when I get home tonight.
Posted by kingk
3:48 PM, Apr 15, 2008
He will miss one start calm down ,stupid
Posted by PayClayBennett
3:48 PM, Apr 15, 2008
What a shocker...Bedard will now get less than 30 starts and about 180 IPs - if he regains health and can maintain it. Hmmm...Washburn looked fine outside of Olivo's crush shot last night. Batista will be fine, he's strong and smart - he'll get it together.
My first complaint with the 5-for-Erik Bedard trade was his health history. He has not the ability to go through a season and last year he missed the last 5 weeks with a strained tummy muscle. If I was RA, I would be counting on some starts and it may be Bedard who is out of the rotation, not Batista or Washburn.
I posted a couple of blog entries ago about the "magic" this team lacks. This Bedard deal is another example - they (Billy) makes all of these moves and nothing ever gels right. Somebody said they were on the brink, showing good plate discipline, being selective and patient, etc. - but then they have to make 5 roster moves in 2 days to compensate for injuries and overall suckiness (EOF).
RA may be a "valuable" member of this club this year, but the value will be relative to how competitive they are and right now - an 8 game loser is very possible and that will put them in a tough spot. 6 - 8 is nothing, 6 - 14 is a mountain to climb.
The biggest thing is they have no magic, no fire, no comeback ability. They get down and you can almost close the book. That's the most disturbing part to me....
Posted by Paul
3:51 PM, Apr 15, 2008
I think you're right, Adam. It would be very uncharacteristic of this team to abandon a veteran like Bautista for a guy who makes one or two nice starts, especially this early in the season. And I can't say I disagree too much, although young pitchers in this league have a track record of success in their first season making the rounds against other teams - see Dave Fleming.
Posted by Lance
3:55 PM, Apr 15, 2008
Ben, even if a guy has a bad start early it's going to be nice to have A.J., and even Baek, around. Injuries happen, as well, so these guys are going to be needed.
It's a long season. Unfortunately for us, it seems to be getting even longer quicker than any of us might have imagined it would.
Posted by PayClayBennett
3:58 PM, Apr 15, 2008
kingk - he already missed one, now has missed 2, despite the fact he was plugged back in for a spot against Tampa, in which he was than stellar although he got the win.
If this "hip" problem forces him out of games with an already 5-day period of rest, what makes us believe another few days is going to make it all better. He sighted the hip with the first missed start, sighted the hip for this missed start and more than likely will sight it for the next one.
Stupid is not paying attention and not knowing what you're talking about. Go look at this history bro - never pitched a complete season - ever. Never had 30 starts - ever. That's the kind of guy I want when I'm in a pennant race.....
Stupid is Bill Bavasi - and hopefully finally someone will figure that out and send him down the road. The M's needs a talent evaluator and team builder - not a Goodwill shopper on a Nordstrom budget.
Oregongal - love the optimism honey - hope you're right. Neither Bannister nor Greinke can start tonight, so they should at least have a 50/50 shot...
Posted by kingk
3:58 PM, Apr 15, 2008
glad you think Dickey is a kid...he's 34
Posted by Merrill
3:58 PM, Apr 15, 2008
ricofoy, yes, it is, in fact true that it was a game of Twister that twinged his hip.
As for the "ill-fated"ness of the trade, whoa there, Nelly! Whoa!
If we get him extended we can have 5 more years at 15 million plus per year, 100-180 innings EVERY YEAR, man!
Not to mention this year and next...
I jokes, I jokes, but I think it's obvious the fat lady hasn't sung over the coffin of this trade just quite yet.
Ease off there, now... or not. Whatever. We've got pitching depth, at least, if not other kinds.
Let's see what the future holds.
Posted by PayClayBennett
4:02 PM, Apr 15, 2008
kingk - dude, yer a party pooper dude - 34 is a kid when you're 63. Quit cutting at everyone and contribute or just read and keep your 2 cents in your pea brain.
Posted by Ben
4:03 PM, Apr 15, 2008
I'm switching to the game thread.. ps - ichiro just stole a base. Good work, kid.
Posted by Chris from Bothell
4:10 PM, Apr 15, 2008
RA Dickey: Angel killer.
Bedard on the DL in April is a hell of a lot better than Bedard out for rest of the year in June. Debate the trade all you want... considering that he's here, and his health needs to be dealt with, this is actually smart.
I'm going to get out of this thread and stay away, before AKMarinersFan (a.k.a. Eeyore) gets here. Because I can look up Adam Jones and George Sherrill's stats myself. ;)
Posted by Lance
4:13 PM, Apr 15, 2008
PCB, you make some good points about Bedard, Now we see first hand why this guy has never thrown 200 innings in his albeit short ML career.
And, now we can see why Carlos Silva has.
I just hope Bavasi doesn't compound matters by signing this guy to a long-term contract that I'm confident this team is going to rue.
Posted by Fantasy Fanatic
4:55 PM, Apr 15, 2008
This is a big blow to the Mariners and fantasy owners everywhere. I just wrote a blog this afternoon on Bedard and encouraged readers to come over here and check out what Geoff had to say. Turns out I have to go back and note that he now has been placed on the DL! Terrible news. Anyway, for those of you who play fantasy sports and would be interested in my blog entry, you can check it out at http://cnfantasyfanatic.blogspot.com.
Posted by Mark in Beaverton
5:14 PM, Apr 15, 2008
My predicted Starting Roation:
4/22 - FH (5 Days Rest)
4/23 - CS (5 Days Rest)
4/24 - JW (4 Days Rest)
4/25 - MB (4 Days Rest)
This accomplishes:
- Breaking up the left starters
- Takes advantage of the off day
- Doesn't require the starters to have more than 5 days between starts. I couldn't figure out a way bring EB back as early as 4/23 without back to back lefties or forcing CS to go 6+days between starts.
I am kind of a scheduling junkie. When not doing a suduko puzzle.
Posted by kkoufax
5:23 PM, Apr 15, 2008
You don't want Bedard on our team? You're the genius
Posted by FuKell
6:43 PM, Apr 15, 2008
This is a terrible news. It's officially a BAD trade. Bavasi just do that to save his job. Fire him! with our inconsistent offense, we barely beat anyone. we can kiss the playoff chance good bye. Sad
Posted by kkoufax
7:22 PM, Apr 15, 2008
Clay you stated Bedard never started 30 games ever Well check 2006 33 starts 196 innings...Get your facts straight stupid...and enough on the trade It will be great in the end It's 2 weeks Sick of you and the naysayers It's 2 weeks
Posted by fastball
10:16 PM, Apr 15, 2008
For all those who think Adam Jones was the be all end all...
"pr. 15 News:12:19 PM
Jones entered Monday night's game on an 0-for-10 hitting slump, he righted the ship by singling in his first three at-bats. He attributed his success to getting to the park early and working with hitting coach Terry Crowley, reports the Baltimore Sun. "
I think Morse is proving actually as good if not better than Jones. M's gave too much away for Bedard IMO but they were desparate for 1 more quality picthcer which was hard if not impossible to find at the time.
Carlos Silva iwas a great trade BTW.
Posted by sofun
11:16 PM, Apr 15, 2008
yes, DEFINITELY Mike Morse is better than Adam Jones!!!
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Every once in a while I run into someone who tells me how Craig sucks, or they're stuck here.
Usually the unsympathetic look on my face followed by the lack of confirming response is enough to end the complaint cold in its tracks.
My wife Courtney and I willingly moved back here 9 years ago and we can't imagine living anywhere else.
Throughout my time here in Craig, I've really gotten to know Dave DeRose. We've developed a professional relationship and friendship through mutual friends and organizations in the community.
When Dave told me he was considering running for county commissioner, I sensed his heart was heavy laden. I could see the somberness in his eyes indicating that this was not a flippant decision.
As the next several months passed I took note of what other people said about Dave, what their opinions were, how they felt about him, and they're thoughts on him running for commissioner.
While the vast majority of people I ran into seemed to speak highly of Dave, there were some that had a different view: "He's arrogant," "It's his way or no way," "Dave's always right."
I actually wasn't all that surprised to hear some of these comments, truth be told there have been times when I have agreed with some of those critical comments.
That's why I am writing this, for the critics. You see, I've had the opportunity to see something that many people don't get close enough to see, Dave DeRose's heart for Moffat County and its people.
I've watched Dave work endlessly, building Masterworks Mechanical into a successful, professional business which provides jobs to almost a dozen hard working people in Moffat County.
I've watched Dave provide a needed service to our community while caring for his employees as if they were his own family.
This is all evidence of the amount of time, commitment, dedication and knowledge he will bring to our community as a commissioner.
Dave's heart for our community is greater than anyone else I know. However, I think many people have mistaken Dave's dedication, strive for excellence and unwillingness to settle for mediocrity as arrogance and intolerance.
I am constantly amazed by Dave's commitment of time, resources, and money to support multiple organizations in our community. He does not just care for the well-being of this generation but future generations of Moffat County.
The reality is, Dave sees very dearly the potential of what our county and its people could be and should be. He will do nothing short of diligently perusing an excellence in our community which will last for generations to come.
Dave DeRose does not go into anything half- hearted. As our county commissioner he will settle for nothing less than the best for our county and its people.
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Oh and my top five games of the year...
1) Uncharted 2
2) Borderlands
3) Infamous
4) Left 4 dead 2
5) The God of War 3 demo!Posted: December 14, 2009 7:44 AM -
I like top 5's. I just don't like the game of the year. I don't like comparing things that cannot be compared because its not in the same category. I realize that they are all video games, but come on, people don't decide what the best sport was of the year. I don't mind the poo flinging in games of the same category and I love certain awards like most innovative and most original, but that's it. I know that Assassin Creed 2 is gonna get an award or two and Modern Warfare 2 is gonna sweep the board and I'm going to be mad but hey, that's life...virtual life I mean.
Posted: December 14, 2009 7:42 AM -
damn, assassin's creed and borderlands are gonna be christmas presents for me. other than that i'll have played them all. but for now Uncharted and COD tie becuz my GF doesnt hate me for playing it cuz theyre all so cinematic she likes to watch them lol
Posted: December 13, 2009 9:46 PM -
If Uncharted 2 doesn't win please give it to modern warfare. When I finished the campaign mode I was so excited I started explaining the story to my mom. Who did not understand a word I said, but that's how exciting MW2 was, but Uncharted is still my number 1 and I really want to play boderlands and was thinking of joining a renting site for that reason.
Posted: December 13, 2009 3:59 PM -
Mr. Melon I'm happy as ling as InFamous got there. Thanx
Posted: December 12, 2009 6:22 AM -
here is my top names for Adam:
5.)crazy Adam
4.) diplomat of gaming
3.) Awesome
2.) the lover of diversity (in games)
1.) GAMING'S TEMPLARPosted: December 11, 2009 5:51 PM -
great job sess. always honest to your opinions. i wish everyone would just let people think what they want and play what they want! you tell us what you think and then say, go play it and form your own opinion. i love that! keep up the good work. and keep pissin off the ignorant!
Posted: December 10, 2009 11:29 PM -
Even though a game might have received a lower score than another game, does not exclude them from being GOTY.
In other words, to some of these comments, just because borderlands didn't get a perfect score like Batman: AA, it shouldn't be automatically excluded from being nominated.
I like to think that GOTY means, a game that is exceptional in game play, cinematics, the fun factor, and is fresh. They succeeded in showing something new. The one game that shocked me to be on the list was Borderlands, even though i enjoyed it.
Uncharted 2, i personally think is the best game this year, but if not, MW2 deserves it.Posted: December 10, 2009 2:59 PM -
1. The savior of 4 stars
2. Invoker of innovation
3. Hunter of the hateful ignorant
4. The steel-balled Baron
5. Eddie Riggs' left hand lacky.Posted: December 10, 2009 2:43 PM -
My list... of names to call Adam
2.Fat Face
3.Monkey Lick
4. Nerf Herder
5.Balden Mc Almost Bald
6.Lamp Smacker
7.Flavorless Jelly Bean
That will be all
end line...Posted: December 10, 2009 1:14 PM -
I can't really say one game is better than the other becasue I haven't played all the games on the list but I've enjoyed Batman Arkham Asylum more than Assassin's Creed 2. I was more emotionally involved in Batman, I'm close to the end of AC2 and I felt like the whole time I was just kinda grinding, no real peaks and valleys in character development or in story. Also the look and feel of Batman was amazing. the straight jacket guys where pretty cool looking. It was basically like if Bioshock, Assassin's Creed and the best parts of the Batman franchise had a baby. on a side note, I can't wait for their to be a hiatus between big titles 'cause I've been really aching to play borderlands,It's a great in between game.
Posted: December 10, 2009 9:54 AM -
Good list i have been surprised by the quality of games this year and that newer IP's are coming forward.
It seams like there have been a lot more titles with a fun gaming experience this year rather than having a few stand out titles and some interesting games that don't fully hold their promise.Posted: December 10, 2009 8:40 AM -
come on Adam, we all know uncharted 2 will win game of the year.
Posted: December 10, 2009 2:34 AM -
not enough of the "judges" gave enough weight to arkham asylum or killzone 2, thats why they aren't on the list. 5/5 was not a qualification. Released after Dec 1, 2008 was the only qualification
Posted: December 9, 2009 9:08 PM -
I like Adam but, why is Borderlands and Assassin's Creed 2 nominated over Batman Arkham Asylum and Killzone 2 which were rated higher and IMO were better games?
Posted: December 9, 2009 6:57 PM