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Ward, FD (1893) Letter to Andrew Inglis Clark from F.D. Ward,15 Feb 1893. University of Tasmania Library Special and Rare Materials Collection, Australia. (Unpublished)
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Letter to Andrew Inglis Clark from F.D. Ward, 15 Feb 1893 regarding his visit to Tasmania and the visit of Miss Shaw of the London Times to Hobart.
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GA-9 GOP hopefuls brawl on social issues, TSPLOST
Tuesday night in Gainesville turned into a bruising debate on social and regional TSPLOST issues for Republican candidates running to represent Georgia's newest congressional district. The five-way contest, which has largely shaped up to be a clash between State Representative Doug Collins and radio host Martha Zoller, will more than likely decide the new Representative for the heavily Republican district and Democrats have yet to field a challenger.
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St. Mary's Community Project is a group project ran by Manny Escuela, which appears in Grand Theft Auto IV, trying to rid the streets of Bohan from crime. During the game, Niko Bellic does missions for Manny, like killing drug dealers, and whacking gang bangers. The project is 'based' in the West Bohan Community Center. The center itself is rendered proud of the project as Manny's name is spray painted on the wall in Grand Theft Auto IV and Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars.


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Last year prior to the release of "The Tree Of Life," we revisted the films of Terrence Malick, learning everything we could about them. And while we exhaustively delved into "The Thin Red Line," it seems there is even more to learn about the film, including one nugget of totally random, but interesting bit of trivia. The King Of Pop and The King Of Being Reclusive both met one day about the movie.
Music editor Lee Scott recently chatted with fansite All Things Shining (reprinted at Soundtrack.net), and talked about his work on the movie, which amounted to seven months of the lengthy production. "When I started the film in June, 1998, the three picture editors and the director Terrence Malick had already been cutting the film for about eight months," he shares. As he recounts, there was a massive amount of material to wrangle, with "five types of music in the film" but it seems no idea was too…inconceivable…to at least address.
"One day Michael Jackson came to a scoring session at Fox to meet with Malick. He was offering to write a song for the film!" Scott says. And while that meeting must have been fascinating, obviously, nothing came of it. But one can be left wondering what on Earth they chatted about.
Meanwhile, Scott also shares some fascinating insight into the finished film, offering that he doubts Malick was satisfied with the finished result, while revealing some of the material he saw that never made it to the final cut:
I just remember that there were a lot of beautiful shots but not enough room in the film for them. There were a lot more shots of nature, animals and insects. I think there were more scenes in the ship before the soldiers land.
I remember a scene after they land and a camp and a soldier exploring the jungle, looking at insects. There was a long fifteen plus minute section of [charter Private Whit] traveling to another island.
In the middle of the film a group of soldiers try to take a hill three times. It was cut down to two attempts. Scenes with Adrien Brody kept getting cut down to where I think he has only one line in the film. I think [editor Billy Weber] and Malick wanted to cut the scene with George Clooney, but there were already trailers out with him in it and Malick didn't want to slight Clooney.
Of course, Adrien Brody getting essentially removed from the movie is well known by now, but nonetheless it's interesting to again see how the film evolved during its lenghthy and arduous prost-production. It's a pretty fascinating conversation, and one that offers another window into the secretive world of Malick's productions, where his team are usually very protective of the director and his method. Give it a read at the link above.


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An analysis released by a Democratic senator found that Vice President Dick Cheney's Halliburton stock options have risen 3,281 percent in the last year, RAW STORY can reveal.
Sen. Frank Lautenberg (D-NJ) asserts that Cheney's options -- worth $241,498 a year ago -- are now valued at more than $8 million. The former CEO of the oil and gas services juggernaut, Cheney has pledged to give proceeds to charity.
The above graph released by Sen. Frank Lautenberg (D-NJ) charts the value of the Vice President's holdings in Halliburton in the past year.
"Halliburton has already raked in more than $20 billion from the Bush-Cheney Administration for work in Iraq, and they were awarded some of the first Katrina contracts," Lautenberg said in a statement. "It is unseemly for the Vice President to continue to benefit from this company at the same time his Administration funnels billions of dollars to it. The Vice President should sever his financial ties to Halliburton once and for all."
Cheney continues to hold 433,333 Halliburton stock options. The company has been criticized by auditors for its handling of a no-bid contact in Iraq. Auditors found the firm marked up meal prices for troops and inflated gas prices in a deal with a Kuwaiti supplier. The company built the American prison at Guantanamo Bay.
The Vice President has sought to stem criticism by signing an agreement to donate the after-tax profits from these stock options to charities of his choice, and his lawyer has said he will not take any tax deduction for the donations.
However, the Congressional Research Service (CRS) concluded in Sept. 2003 that holding stock options while in elective office does constitute a "financial interest" regardless of whether the holder of the options will donate proceeds to charities. CRS also found that receiving deferred compensation is a financial interest.
Cheney told "Meet the Press" in 2003 that he didn't have any financial ties to the firm.
"Since I left Halliburton to become George Bush's vice president, I've severed all my ties with the company, gotten rid of all my financial interest," the Vice President said. "I have no financial interest in Halliburton of any kind and haven't had, now, for over three years."
Cheney continues to received a deferred salary from the company. According to financial disclosure forms, he was paid $205,298 in 2001; $262,392 in 2002; $278,437 in 2003; and $294,852 in 2004.
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Italian with Spanish (Full-Time)
Why study Italian with Spanish at Warwick?
- Warwick's School of Modern Languages and Cultures comprises excellent academic specialisms (French, German, Hispanic and Italian Studies) and the Language Centre (whose offerings also include Arabic, Russian, Japanese, Mandarin and Portuguese), leading to a powerful combination of languages, research interests and degree courses.
- The constituent academic subjects have consistently ranked among the very best in the UK in national and international league tables and are well known for their excellent scores in terms of student satisfaction.
- Modules and degree courses are under constant review, ensuring that they are fresh, effective and challenging. Some courses are open to students who are beginners or intermediate in a language.
- You will have access to outstanding facilities, including:
– the University Language Centre, where there are opportunities to take extra language courses in addition to your main course of study (additional fees apply);
– the Transnational Resources Centre (TRC), giving you exclusive access to over 3,000 DVDs in French, German, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese plus multimedia facilities, satellite television with integrated off-air recording facilities, video-editing software (with technical support), and DVD projection equipment.
Dr David LinesItalian |
Sophie Potter4th year undergraduate |
Why study at Warwick?A view from our academics |
What will I learn?
This course (75% Italian, 25% Spanish) focuses principally on Italian language, culture, and literature but also allows you to gain expertise in another European language. Each year this course offers three Italian components (one in Italian language and two other modules in Italian of a cultural and/or literary nature). Optional module choices are in common with the single honours Italian degree. In addition, one module each year (usually a language module) is taken in Spanish.
Your second year is spent studying at an Italian university, improving your knowledge and understanding of the country and culture which you have chosen to study. Throughout your degree you will study Italian language at an appropriate level, as well as your other language. In the third and fourth year you can choose from a range of advanced modules in the department and, in the final year, you can choose to research a dissertation if you wish.
For module information please visit the Italian with Spanish website.
How will I learn?
You will have around 12 hours of contact time per week. We employ a variety of teaching styles, including: lectures, often to the whole year group; seminars of about 15 students, in which the emphasis is on student participation; and written, spoken and lab-based language classes in small groups. You will spend the rest of your time studying independently, preparing for classes, reading the primary texts, writing essays and working on your language skills.
How will I be assessed?
We will track your progress through language assignments, essays, presentations, portfolio submissions and
examinations (written and oral). Throughout your course you will receive detailed, personalised feedback to help you to improve your skills.
What opportunities are there to study abroad?
You will normally spend either the second or third year of your course abroad. We offer placements at carefully chosen partner institutions through the University's study abroad scheme or through independent partnerships. It is also possible to work for the British Council as an English language
assistant, or to set up an independent work placement.
Entry Requirements
A level Typical offer: ABB, including any modern or classical language.
International Baccalaureate: 34 points, including 5 at Higher Level in any modern or classical language.
Access Courses Access to HE Diploma (QAA-recognised) including appropriate subjects with distinction grades in level 3 units. Candidates must demonstrate required language skills.
General Studies/Critical Thinking Offers normally exclude General Studies at A or AS level. Critical Thinking only accepted at AS level.
Essential Subjects
A level/Higher Level Italian not required. A/Advanced Higher/IB Higher Level in any modern language is required.
Further Information
Taking a gap year Applications for deferred entry welcomed.
Interviews Applicants may be invited to interview at the discretion of the Department (usually where non-standard qualifications are involved).
Departmental Offer Holder Days Offers to applicants will include an invitation to a selection of Departmental Open Days, which are held in the spring term.
Find out more about our main University Open Days and other opportunities to visit us.
What modules will I study?
We offer a wide variety of modules exploring Italian language, culture, society and history, as well as Spanish.
More information about modules and the structure of this course can be found on the School of Modern Languages and Cultures website.
*The modules mentioned above may be subject to change. Please read our terms and conditions for more detailed information.
Recent graduate destinations include:
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"I greatly appreciate the legal expertise of the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty," said Senator Rubio. "Their good work in the courts and ours in the halls of Congress are taking on the Obama Administration and tackling two sides of the same coin in order to preserve religious liberty for all Americans. I'm proud to have The Becket Fund's support in this effort."
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When I see refinishing projects like this and how incredible wood can look with a little patience, I am instantly motivated to tackle my own furniture. The sheen on the refinished wood is beautiful, and I love the warm glow that Mark was able to bring back to this piece. Great job, Mark! — Kate
Cost: $70
Basic Steps: Although the surface was in absolutely terrible condition, the wood beneath seemed pretty sound, so the first task was to take everything back to bare timber. It took a LOT of sanding and cleaning, but as the distressed surface gave way to raw wood, I could see that this project would be worthwhile. At this point, I thought I'd get creative and go wild with some painted finishes, but my wife implored me to be respectful of the natural timber and simply breathe new life into it rather than turn it into a painted lady. Naturally (as usual) she was right. Once sanded, I treated the timber with a few coats of Scandinavian oil before rubbing in a mixture of carnauba and beeswax; it now smells as good as it looks. — Mark
Have a Before & After you'd like to share? Shoot me an email with your images right here! (Low res, under 500k per image, please.)
See Tyan's painted dresser after the jump!
It's wonderful to see chalkboard paint used in new and interesting ways. This painted cabinet from Tyan wasn't bad looking to begin with, but the additions elevate the piece to a new level. It makes me wish every cabinet came with a labeling section. Great work, Tyan!
Time: One month
Cost: $100
Basic Steps: First I removed the mirror (it was connected on the back with screws) and removed the hardware. Then I took the molding off the top drawers with a putty knife, cut and replaced them in straight line. I filled in the molding gaps with wood putty, then after drying, I carved it down with a Dremel to match the molding shape. Then I sanded the entire piece and all the drawers with an electric sander. (This took the bulk of the time and required the most cleanup!)
I applied one thick coat of Kilz Oil-Based Primer and sanded it with steel wool. I applied 2 to 3 coats of semi-gloss water-based paint (I used Benjamin Moore Decorator White) and let it dry for 4 to 6 hours between each coat. I applied three coats of chalkboard paint to the top and finished it with Minwax Water-Based Polycrylic in Clear Gloss. Then I reattached the hardware.
My advice is to not be afraid and go for it! Be patient and take the time to patch holes, make your strokes even and let it dry a little longer. And don't skip the poly, especially if you have little ones! I've already wiped crayon off the sides, and it came off like a charm. — Tyan
chalkboard paint still works with a glossy clear coat on it?? really?? does this make it wipe up cleaner? Gorgeous rehab.. love the black drawers inside!
Wow these are great!
Love the beautiful wood in the first piece….so glad it wasnt painted. The second piece looks great painted….not crazy about the hardware though. I dont know if I'd have the patience for either one though!
2 great B+As, the wood restoration is just lovely, bringing it back to life in its original state. i never would of thought that that old dresser would restore and look new again. How lovely, I wish i knew how to do stuff like that. How can you tell by looking at an old piece that it will scrub up again as new? I guess it has to be solid wood….
The second one has made a really really ugly sideboard ok! There is one very similar to that in the driveway behind my house, I wonder now about getting it some shelter and B+Aing it (although it has done a few -30 winters outdoors!)
Hi Mika! Sorry I should have clarified, I didn't put the poly coat on the chalkboard paint. Glad you like it!
Looks beautiful! I want to paint some of my furniture white too. Do you know, if I really have to put on some primer before, or is it enough to paint right after the sanding?
Both before/afters are really well done. Tyan's use of chalkboard paint and the clean black/white design is really unique. (My nephew's name is Tyan too). I think Mark's dresser was beautifully restored and I'm so glad to see that he listened to his wife's suggestion! Lately, most re-dos seem to feature painting over everything…and as much as I love the power of paint, I think many pieces, especially antiques, when treated with the love and attention and hard work that Mark did…can be brought back to life and look just as striking and compelling as a boldly spray painted piece.
I love the dresser! I like the look of painted furniture so much I was starting to get concerned that I didn't like the look of natural wood anymore. Apparently not the case, at least not with this one!
I love the design on the surface of the sideboard. It adds style without taking away from accents and treasures set on top.
My instinct would have told me to paint the dresser that Mark restored but it looks so beautiful in it's natural finish! The shell drawer pulls were a nice upgrade.
Very interesting how Tyan replaced the molded edges on the top drawer. The sideboard looks great. -
I can see hidden potential in a lot of pieces, but this is amazing! Well done, Mark!
Thank you SO MUCH for not painting that first one. Thank you thank you thank you.
Someone asked if you have to prime before painting… I've tried painting a couple of pieces without primer, and both times the wood and/or the knots "bled" through the paint, in spite of the fact that I put on two coats. I'd recommend priming first, especially if you're going with white or a lighter color. Primer can also help if a piece has previously belonged to a smoker — you know how furniture can absorb the smoke smell? Primer can seal the smell — same way as on walls.
These are beautiful, especially the white one with chalkboard paint. Very unexpected and creative! Love it!
I love the way the chalkboard paint top is done, with the white rim.
Gorgeous transformation with chalkboard paint! I love the drawers as well. Great job!
Wow, these look amazing!! I really do like the refurnished dresser! It looks wonderful now!
Love them both!
On the first: Bravo for resisting the paint brush…that warm wood is gorgeous!
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I love the look of wood. I did the same thing with some $7 night tables and they are beautiful now. The amount of work was ridiculous compared to just painting.
I second what Lisa said about priming before painting. It's always tempting to skip it but it makes the finished product look a lot cleaner. You can do it! :)
Both are VERY impressive and inspiring. Quick question on Mark's. I noticed he said "I treated the timber with a few coats of Scandinavian oil before rubbing in a mixture of carnauba and beeswax." Does he have the name or sources of these particular products? I wonder if it's something readily available here in the states. Any additional info will help :)
I'm blown away that you could bring that first piece back to life, really back to perfection. Those are the kind of pieces I would love in my house but don't think I could afford. I'll be watching for something like that now!
Both are so beautiful.
I love the chalkboard paint with the glossy border! Kinda cheeky and elegant at the same time.
Really beautiful … I love it
Paulina: I'm sure you could get both products in the states – just ask for either Scandinavian or Danish Oil at your hardware/paint shop. As for the carnauba polish, I used an Aussie product called "Gilly Stephenson's Carnauba Polish" It gives a wonderful soft lustre and also has a beautiful, clean smell. Let me know if you'd like any more info :)
I love the first piece. It's refreshing to see a redo that doesn't involve paint.
Wow – kudos for taking the time to sand so much instead of painting. I'm always tempted by colors but real wood can be so rich. Nice work!
I LOVE the first piece! It is so good to see that the beautiful wood was not painted. The second piece is great painted. So often I see pieces that are beautiful wood painted over and most often it is not an improvement. I am not talking about the trashed out junk pieces – but the old wood ones that just need a rehab. The second piece looks much better painted BUT painting over the first one would have been a shame, so BRAVO!
What wood is that first piece? Beautiful job!
Wow, that first piece is beautiful, they did a great job. So nice to see wood being restored, rather than badly painted over as seems to happen most of the time with these things.
Love the refinished dresser. It's refreshing to see an unpainted wood piece. Thanks!
Love both transformations. First one – so classic. Second one – seriously cool!
Pat: I'm no expert when it comes to identifying wood, but my guess is oak on the top and the frame of the dresser, with pine on the drawer fronts. It probably dates from 1930-1940s and the original heavy, dark brown finish would have disguised the different wood types. Cheers.
I love the first one. Way to bring out the natural beauty of the wood!
That is the most original use of chalkboard paint. Love it!
LOVE the painted piece! And love the fact that she kept the antique brass hardware
This is truly incredible! I love these pieces! So inspiring!
Really beautiful work on both pieces! The chalkboard looks sleek and is practical. How did you get the design on the top so precise? I would love to recreate something like that on a couple of old night stands.
Gee I'm a lone voice, I really loved the sideboard au naturel – the white is kinda cool but it looks like a completely different piece. And I guess I feel you can paint anything white, but not everything looks great left alone – to me, this did. Nice job anyway :)
Wow, Mark, what a lovely dresser after your improvements!
Both of these revamps look AMAZING! May I ask some advice? I'm attempting to revamp a dresser we have, too, only I just discovered it's worth a bit of cash. It's a Kent Coffey Mid-Century modern dresser, only the veneer is about a nickel's width, and it's chipped in a few areas. We were originally planning to paint the chipped areas (the top, sides, and edges) and restore the drawer fronts, but now I'm wondering if we should paint any of it at all. I had read a post on DS about fixing chipped veneers, but it seems like a lot more work than I bargained for. Any advice?
Does the poly taint the white paint slightly yellow?
Looks amazing.
How do you do the design on the top of the sideboard? I really want to try this on a cocktail table I am working on.
Its such a beautiful that you refinishing the sideboard and i like it..thanks.


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Seduction can be murder. Feel the fear as Lionsgate debuts Siren on DVD, Digital Download and On Demand March 22. What's meant to be a relaxing weekend on the coast turns deadly for a group of friends when they attempt to rescue a young temptress waving to them for help. Called "an exotic tale of lust and revenge" (Maxim.com), Siren stars Eoin Macken (Showtime's "The Tudors"), Anna Skellern (The Descent: Part 2), Tereza Srbova (Inkheart) and Anthony Jabre (film debut). The Siren DVD includes never-before-seen deleted scenes.
"In desperate need of a weekend away from the busy city, a group of friends escape to the coast in search of relaxation. Instead, they find themselves in grave danger after one of them spots a sultry young woman in need of help on one of the islands off the coast. The friends don't know it, but they are risking their very lives for this seductive stranger."


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JOBE -- Michael and Barbara Jobe, Fort Scott, are proud to announce the birth of their son, Ezekiel Donald James Jobe.
Ezekiel was born at 6:24 p.m., Dec.11, 2009 at Mercy Health Center in Fort Scott.
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I regularly interview celebrities and ask them for career strategies that can benefit you. For 2013, I've selected the best advice that will inspire you to take action and rethink how you manage your career.
Goldie Hawn"Remember that your level of happiness is the most important thing you have to protect, because once you're caught up in the rat race of work and duty and money, you do not live beyond your means. I don't care whether the person next to you is making a million bucks and you're making way less. If you judge yourself by that person, you're not judging yourself by your intrinsic joy and what makes you feel happy."
Melissa Joan Hart"You have to be willing to take rejection. You have to have a thick skin in order to make it in this business, or any entertainment industry really. You have to have a thick skin because you're going to get rejected more times than you get rewarded."
Piers Morgan"If you make a big mistake, admit it immediately, and apologize sincerely. There's never any upside in continuing to resist this course of action despite all the evidence to the contrary. Or, as an old editor once told me: 'If you're in the s—, get out of it a million miles an hour!'"
Malcolm Gladwell"We learn more from compensating for our weaknesses than capitalizing on our strengths. It's your weaknesses that define who you are and how you learn, and force you to do creative things. It's making sense and working your way around your weaknesses that [you] succeed."
Rachel RayIt's important that you understand that goals should never be money, or fame, or a television show. A goal has to be something that's more about your message as a contributor. What are you offering people with your job? That's a tough thing for people to understand sometimes. People make decisions just based on who's going to pay them the most, and I don't think that's a good strategy for life. You have to do what makes you happy and something that involves some larger purpose or message.


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Two priests formerly connected to Northeast churches have been found "unsuitable for ministry," parishioners were told last weekend.
The announcements of Archbishop Charles Chaput's decision to remove the Rev. John Paul and the Rev. James Collins were made at Masses Saturday and Sunday at Our Lady of Calvary and St. Martha's, both Far Northeast parishes. The city's Roman Catholic archdiocese had put both men on administrative leave last year while the allegations were investigated.
In the archdiocesan announcement released to the media on Feb. 23, Chaput said there were substantiated allegations against both men that each had sexually abused a 17-year-old minor more than 40 years ago. The archdiocese stressed that the men's cases are not related to each other and are not related to the cases of priests placed on administrative leave following a 2011 Philadelphia grand jury report on sexual abuse of minors by the city's Roman Catholic clergy.
Collins, 75, was ordained in 1964. He retired from Holy Family University early last year, and had resided at St. Martha's on Academy Road before he was put on leave in May. Paul, 67, was ordained in 1972. He had been pastor of Our Lady of Calvary in Millbrook for 13 years before he resigned in November. He was put on administrative leave soon afterward.
When they were put on leave last year, they were forbidden to have public ministries, wear clerical clothing or present themselves as priests while the archdiocese investigated them.
Paul had denied the allegations, the archdiocese said last year.
Before coming to Our Lady of Calvary in Millbrook, Paul had served in several suburban parishes and high schools, including Archbishop Wood in Warminster.
The archdiocese said Paul's case was referred to the DA's office. Tasha Jamerson, the DA's spokeswoman, last year said she couldn't comment on cases unless charges are filed, but she added that the DA couldn't file charges anyway since the allegations are 45-years old and the statute of limitations would have run out.
Ditto for Collins. Again, since the allegations were that crimes were committed more than four decades ago, Jamerson said last year, no charges could be filed.
Before retiring, Collins was a fulltime member of Holy Family's Religious Studies Department, the university stated last year. According to the archdiocese, Collins was ordained in 1964. He served in several parishes and schools, including Roman Catholic High School, Cardinal Dougherty High School and St. Christopher parish in Somerton.
According to the archdiocese, Collins and Paul have the right to appeal Chaput's decisions to the Vatican.
If they don't appeal or if their appeals don't succeed, they could be "removed from the clerical state," the archdiocese continued, or they could live lives of prayer and penance.
Paul's and Collins's cases were referred to authorities and then investigated by the Archdiocesan Professional Responsibility, which made recommendations to the archbishop.
According to church law, archdiocesan spokesman Ken Gavin explained last year, the archdiocese is required to continue to provide benefits to priests unless they are removed from their clerical states by the Vatican.
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quote:she definitely deserve to be in the final 4 in her group imo. you didn't notice every time Kelly was about to switch someone out everyone in the crowd kept holding up the number 4 and when Mario announced each person they all said no to everyone but started cheering loudly when he got to Rachel. Kelly even looked at the crowd once and said wow simon commented on it too
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"Muppets Most Wanted" is the kind of movie that does get Internet people talking. So why not use Twitter "reviews" from normal people to help advertise an upcoming release?
It makes sense, and that's what the upcoming Muppet film did. Only the commercial gives its reviews a special, insane tweak — which makes the movie seem even better than before.
Since Twitter is so ridiculously full of weird accounts, bad spelling and random enthusiasm, why pick out boring comments? The "Muppets Most Wanted" use of "I'll prolly go see this" and "You're totes lame" works far better.
There's only one question brought up by such a video: Are the accounts and comments real? The answer is … Kind of and probably. The three accounts quoted — FuzzyBen4375, PoppaFreshness and IHeartHorses214 — in the commercial all exist and have tweets. However, all three were started in the past week and have a distinct "marketing" air about them.
Either way, this is still funny.
"Muppets Most Wanted" won't be released until March 21, which gives Twitter lots of time for even more, terribly thoughtful reviews of this nature.


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RALEIGH, N.C. - Campbell Law School will host a discussion on violence in local communities at the law school on Tuesday, March 26, beginning at 6 p.m. Mothers in Charge Founding Director Dorothy Johnson-Speight will discuss the cost of violence to community members, as well as needed responses from neighborhood citizens. Local advocates and family survivors of homicide victims will also participate in the conversation.
"There is no question that violence degrades the lives of victims, offenders and members of the local community," said Campbell Law Juvenile Justice Project Director Jon Powell. "So far, the main way we have attacked violence is through the good work of law enforcement and prosecution in the judicial system, but we know we need to do more to build strong communities. We are so fortunate to have Dorothy Johnson-Speight come to Raleigh and share her experiences and wisdom about engaging the community to address the impact of crime and violence."
Mothers in Charge aims to cultivate violence prevention, education, and intervention for youth, young adults, families and community organizations. The organization works with elected officials on legislation to support safe neighborhoods and communities for children and families, and collaborates with community and faith-based groups. For more information, visit the Mothers in Charge website at http://www.mothersincharge.org/.
"Part of our experience at Campbell Law School is engaging the local community through restorative justice," said Powell. "Our students are learning how to facilitate dialogue in the court system between crime victims and offenders, and in our local schools between kids in conflict. The goal is to help them address how and why violent behavior occurs, how it hurts people, and how to repair the harm. Along the way, participants begin to see each other as human beings and are more willing to help others become productive members in their communities. Re-offense rates drop, conflict goes down and productivity goes up. Simply put, it works.
"We look forward to learning all we can from Ms. Johnson-Speight, and then putting into practice what we learn."
Since its founding in 1976, the Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law at Campbell University has developed lawyers who possess moral conviction, social compassion and professional competence, and who view the law as a calling to serve others. The school has been recognized by the American Bar Association (ABA) as having the nation's top Professionalism Program and by the American Academy of Trial Lawyers for having the nation's best Trial Advocacy Program. Campbell Law boasts more than 3,400 alumni, including more than 2,400 who reside and work in North Carolina. For 26 years, Campbell Law's overall record of success on the North Carolina Bar Exam has been unsurpassed by any other North Carolina law school. In September 2009, Campbell Law relocated to a state-of-the-art building in downtown Raleigh. For more information, visit http://law.campbell.edu.


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Based in Reykjavik, Iceland, deCODE genetics is a population-based genomics company conducting research into the inherited causes of common diseases. Being situated in Iceland has certain advantages for the company. The Icelandic population, with its relative genetic homogeneity, extensive genealogical records and high-quality healthcare system, provides the resources to identify genes associated with a multitude of diseases.
An anthropology of the scientific, political, economic, religious, and ethical issues surrounding the deCode Project and its global implications. Iceland has a series of distinctive characteristics which make it suitable for such mapping. Its population is relatively small (today 275,000 but as low as 50,000 in the recent past). There exist an unusually complete set of family records in Iceland (over 80% of all Icelandic people who ever lived can be placed genealogically on a computerized database).
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Georgina Kincaid has been a bad, bad succubus, which should be a good thing. But lately, thanks to her foul mood over breaking up with best-selling writer Seth Mortensen, she's been so wicked that Seattle's uber-demon Jerome, decides to "outsource" Georgina to a rival--and have her spy for him in the process.
Being exiled to the frozen north--okay, Vancouver--and leaving Seth in the cozy clutches of his new girlfriend is unpleasant enough. Then Jerome is kidnapped, and all immortals under his control mysteriously lose their powers. One bright spot: with her life-sucking ability gone, there's nothing to keep Georgina from getting down and dirty with Seth--nothing apart from his girlfriend that is. Now, as the supernatural population starts turning on itself, a newly mortal Georgina must rescue her boss and figure out who's been playing them--or all hell will break loose.
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"My favourite installment so far!"
I can't empathize enough on how outstanding this entire series is and it's also an absolute must read in my books but this particular installment really wowed me. It quite possibly might be my favourite one yet. However, I seem to say that every time I review one of the Georgina Kincaid novels so it's hard to say for sure. What is clear is the fact that if you haven't given this series a try yet then you're missing out! Plus, narrator Elisabeth Rodgers really gives these stories an extra boost. For me, she's become the official voice of Georgie.
I have to start off by saying that I absolutely adored the plot line of this book! Georgina has been a bad succubus and, as a result, has been shipped off to Vancouver to deal with the "evil satanist Canadians". It's so rare to find a Canadian local in paranormal fiction that when it does happen I can't help but get a little giddy. I disagree with my fellow canucks being portrayed as wicked but then again that's what makes this story so hilarious. However, this is only a small part of what this book is really all about. Conspiracies, betrayal and second chances are just a few of the things that you can expect to find in this installment. Richelle Mead has outdone herself with this one!
Georgina and her crew of supernatural misfits find themselves temporarily stripped of their powers. This opened up a whole new realm of possibilities for the characters in this series. The vampires loved it because they're finally able to work on their tan but Kincaid... not so much. At least at first. This is the most vulnerable that I've ever seen her. She's normally a balls-to-the-wall type of girl but in this installment she's afraid of everything. Before the reasons and limitations of her succubus mojo is explained she has no idea what's going on. Is she mortal? Can she get pregnant? Is she free of her contract with Hell? Georgie has been invincible for millenia and then all of a sudden she's afraid to go outside, to cross the road, to smoke a cigarette, etc. It was interesting to watch a powerful succubus become scared of her own shadow.
After Succubus Dreams I thought that Seth was a thing of the past. Even though I was sad with how their relationship played out I was also excited about seeing Georgina move on with her life. This book doesn't make everything better but it does provide some temporary relief where Mortensen is concerned. I don't want to give too much of their story away because it's a good one but Mead does a great job of finding a temporary solution to their problems. Although, the ending was like a slap in the face; adding insult to injury so to speak. I'm so frustrated with Richelle right now! But then again, I guess that's what keeps me coming back for more.
I can't wait to see what's in store for Georgina Kincaid in Succubus Shadows. In case I wasn't clear in my review: I love this book, I love this series and you NEED to read all things Georgie!
I Love a great supernatural tale, a Love story, PNR, a Cool Mystery and Most Sci-Fi....if there are vampires, weres or witches in it, that's a plus! Basically I am a 40+ y/o young at heart woman rediscovering the wonderful world of books and am now addicted! Lol I LOVE AUDIBLE!!!!!
"Least favorite so far...but still good!"
I would listen to this entire series again...I love Georgina and the gang...this series is supernatural genius...I love the world that Mead has created...its very believable!
Georgina as always! She is awesome!
She is the best Georgina possible....I couldn't imagine her any other way!
When the gang took care of Georgina after her attack...they are a family!
I love Georgina and am about to start #5....As I have said before I hope Georgina gets what she deserves...I want her to be happy, she deserves to be happy! Even though this was my least favorite of the series, I still liked it very much..and the ending of this one kinda broke my heart for Georgina just a little bit...I highly recommend this entire series!!!!
"Another fun read"
Interesting things.
Finding out more about Demon territories and their workings
Reapprearence of Roman! yay
The mystery: Where, why and how the hell Jerome went missing
Georgina and gang without the immortal powers
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Georgina how can you not see the traitor who is RIGHT in front of you!
The Climax was just a bit too rushed....
I like the fact that Seth's character got more "human" than the goody-goody too good to be true guy in this book. From the first book, I have been wondering if there is more to Seth than which meets the eye. I wonder if he's like a reincarnation of Georgina's first husband or any/all of her good mortal loves in the past.
"Each one gets better"
I started this series thinking it was enjoyable but each book has drawn me in more and more and I'm now hooked. The characters are growing in complexity and I like that nothing is totally good or bad. I can't wait for my next credit, I'm forking over money for this one. The narrator is excellent.
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"When Georgina's Not Happy, No One's Happy"
Georgina is in a pissy mood over her love life and her boss Jerome has loaned Georgina's Succubus talents to the Vancouver demon, Cedric to help put a stop to a local group of satanist Canadians. If that's not weird enough (I mean come on satanist Canadians?!) Georgina and her group of supe friends in Seattle have been stripped of their powers after Jerome goes missing.
Georgina has her hands full with the group in Canada and trying to find out who took Jerome. Now she has to do it without her powers. Then she realizes that if she doesn't have her succubus powers then she can sleep with a man without taking part of his life in return. Que thoughts of sex with Seth, her ex-human boyfriend.
Georgina is all over the place emotionally in Succubus Heat. She tries to get over Seth since their break up so she throws herself into her succubus duties and sleeps with many men. She's picked up smoking again. But when she looses her powers of healing she stops the sleeping around and smoking not knowing how long this new development will last. Is she human know? Can she die? Can she finally be with Seth? To find out the answers to all the questions you're just going to have to pick up this series. I promise you won't be sorry. It's fun with sexy and action thrown into the mix.
"Love This Series!"
Oh no, please don't tell me there is only one more book in this series. It is SO good---excellent plot, really good writing and terrific narration. I know it's not heavy literature, but it's very involving and entertaining.
I won't spoil what happens for anyone, but suffice it to say, this is alternately funny and sad.
I want more Georgina and Seth. Only one more book.
"Another Great Book!"
You can't help but develop a fondness for the main charaters in this book. Great story.
The next book comes out in March. I can't wait!
"Loved all of them"
A great series to listen to, you will fall in love with Georgina, shes funny, silly, and sexy all in one...get all 5..
"Head for the hills!"
If you read book 3, you've meet Tacky Tawny the inept succubus Georgina was forced to take under wing. In this exciting installment, Tawny is now living in Bellingham-- my town. Great..... like we don't have enough weirdness around here....
"A Strong Heroine with Volumes of Heartache"
Richelle Mead's heroine is strong, compelling, well written, insanely interesting, and incredibly flawed. I have come to care a great deal about Georgina and find it heart-wrenching to walk through scene after scene and book after book of her having to deal with horrible disappointment.
Luckily I trust Mead to get me through this tough time and hope it won't last too much longer! The story of Leetha/Georgina's redemption (I assume) is rich and compelling, but I wish the bad times didn't last quite so long.
Generally speaking the Seattle Scooby-gang is fun and I love their parts within the story. The notable difference is with Maddie -- sadly her character is one-dimensional. She's simply nice.... and nothing else. As a reader I don't care about her in the least. So the triangle of Georgina-Seth-Maddie is never really believable. I honestly didn't like her -- which is interesting because she's so very NICE -- and will be happy to see her gone. She can't be so oblivious to everything around her, can she? I just don't think of her as being real.I'm on to the next volume and can't wait to hear what's next for Georgina, Seth, and {most} of the rest of the crew.


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Brianna Rollins Breaks American Record, Wins USA Championship in 100 Hurdles
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CLEMSON, SC – Former Clemson standout Brianna Rollins, running in her first professional meet, ran to an American record in the 100 hurdles on Saturday at the USA Outdoor Track & Field Championships in Des Moines, IA. She raced to a time of 12.26, breaking Gail Devers' record of 12.33 that had stood since 2000. Rollins won the USA crown, only the second in history for a Tiger female in any event.
The three-time NCAA Champion separated herself from the field in Saturday's final. At first it appeared Rollins knocked over several hurdles, but television replays showed it came from the next lane overa. The Nike product will now compete for Team USA in August at the IAAF World Championships in Moscow. Rollins is Clemson's first USA Champion in women's track & field since Kim Graham won the 400 dash in 1998.
"I just have to thank God for blessing me with this talent," Rollins told NBC Sports after the race. "I'm just so overwhelmed right now!"
Rollins was not defeated in three hurdles races this week at Drake Stadium, where she now owns the facility record. In 2013, she has yet to be defeated in 20 tries in the high hurdles (including indoor season). Her time ranks in a tie for third-best in history.
Another hurdler, current sophomore Keni Harrison, was 10th in the 400 hurdles. She missed the final by two spots, clocking a time of 57.19.
Spencer Adams, a five-time All-American for the Tigers, advanced to Sunday's semifinals in the 110 hurdles. The Charlotte, NC native clocked a time of 13.49 to take the third automatic spot out of his qualifying heat. The top four in each semifinal move on to the final, which will be held Sunday evening. Adams will first compete at 3:40 PM ET.
Dezerea Bryant qualified for the semifinals in her second event of the week. She posted a time of 22.66 to auto qualify from the second section of the 200 prelims. Bryant had the 12th-best time overall. She will compete Sunday at 3:22 ET.
Miller Moss, 2011 NCAA heptathlon winner at Clemson, was in fourth place through eight events of the decathlon before hitting a rough patch in the javelin. He finished ninth with just over 7,500 points.
One current and one former Tiger will compete in the field Sunday. Torian Ware, a sophomore, will participate in the high jump at 2:45 ET. George Kitchens, a 2012 U.S. Olympian, will vie for a spot on the World Championships team in the long jump at 3:30 ET.


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The Horse Forum
- Horse Memorials
- - Coco The Teacher
Coco The Teacher 47 Attachment(s) Coco wasnt always my favorite horse. At first I was scared to death of her. She would charge you when you tried to catch her, kick when you saddled her, throw her head when you bridled her, walk off when you mounted her, and buck when you tried to make her do something. It took a real hand to ride that horse, which I wasnt at the time. But I was a determined. And I wanted to ride. Coco was a beautiful horse, thats for sure. Big huge solid black quarter horse. Built like a tank. She was barn sour and buddy sour, refused to go anywhere without a partner. Soon Coco and I bonded and she became the best horse I ever had. I had her lowering her head to the ground when I bridled her, she would stand stock still when I saddled and mounted her, we could walk away from the other horses and the barn without a fit, she was an angel. Now that didnt come easy. I worked with that mare every day. Grooming, lounging, and hours in the saddle, and Id be lying if I said I never ended up with my butt in the dirt. She taught me everything I know about horses. She taught me how to communicate and understand what a horse is trying to tell me. That horse taught me how to be a cowgirl. She taught me never to give up on what I want. My dad sold Coco without telling me. I went out one day to ride and she was gone. I was upset, but there was nothing I could do about it. I dont know where she went, or even if shes still alive. My only regret was that I didnt get to give her some sour candy before she left. She loved sour candy. That would have been my goodbye, my thank you to her for being the best teacher I could ask for. |
I would have spent some major weeping time with my dad. What a stinker to sell your horse. Hope she is being a good teacher to someone else who needs one. "When the student is ready, the teacher appears"-Buddhist Proverb |
That is so sad. You did some good work with her and she will never forget. |
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Friday, June 06, 2008
close encounters
My meeting runs over and it's getting dark. I'm not usually here this late and I leave the room and find five or ten dudes crashed out in the hall. It's busy tonight and we've run out of beds so now all we've got is the floor. I step gingerly over a sleeping man and look at another, staring off into space, he's wearing a robe, a red one and it looks soft. A guy comes around the corner, an old timer, he's grizzly and he says I'm home. I've had a long day and I missed dinner. I'm hungry. Can I get dinner? And I don't want a sandwich neither. I'm not sure of the drill so I ask around and figure out where to find the plates we hold back for folks who show up late. I track one down and hand it to him. Heat it up a little more for me, will you? Hot as you can. I trek back to the microwave and find him sitting pretty on a chair. I hand him his plate and he smiles. Thanks little lady, this is all an old man needs at the end of day, food and a place to rest my legs.
It's even later now and I need to go home. I'm heading to my car and I see one of the original joes, a guy I've known on and off for 10 years and haven't seen in awhile. Where the hell have you been I say smiling and grab his arm. He gives me a look and the look says jail. Ah, and now you are back and starting over again. He smiles. Yeah, but this time it's gonna be different.
I've been busy this week and not visiting as much as I like. I miss you guys. And it's not too late to send me your Just Posts, you have until Saturday to email me at girlplustwo(at)yahoo(dot)com. The roundtable will be alive and kicking come Tuesday.
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- thailandchani said...
Some people are content with so little.. and there's wisdom in that. :)
Thanks for your comment at my site. You really "got" what I was saying.
As for Just Posts, I think I'm going to use the one about language. I'll clean it up a little in the comments section and send it along.
It's only tangentially related but still a good point. What we say matters - about everything. - 9:13 AM
- Amy Y said...
I love these stories... Thank you for sharing even though you're busy!!
I wish I could live a day in your shoes... get to give the way you do... experience things that I just don't know or understand first hand. I just don't know how you don't go home at the end of the day feeling like you made a difference in someone's (or many someones') lives. That has got to be the best feeling in the world. - 10:08 AM
- bgirl said...
a tiny slice in the day in the life...always a good read.
- Defiantmuse said...
I'd have totally had attitude about the sandwich comment and then heating up the plate more.
but, oh right, I'm an asshole. lol.
you're too good, Jen.
I don't know how you do it. - 10:52 AM
- hele said...
Hug sister. Take care of you*
If you have a moment, close your eyes and have a long cold sip of beer with me. Today is an unusually mild and warm autumn day, the leaves are clattering in the breeze and a puppy is resting its soft fluffy head across your feet. - 11:56 AM
- amanda said...
I love that no matter what we can always have a "this time."
- flutter said...
I hope it is different
- meno said...
I hope he's right about "this time."
- mamatulip said...
I love these little snippets you give us, these moments in your day, encounters with those you know and see and care about and wonder about.
Hope you get a chance to put your feet up this weekend, darlin'. - 3:14 PM
- painted maypole said...
love these slices of your life and work
i know busy. no worries. ;) - 6:58 PM
- carrie said...
Even if it's just a tiny bit, thank you for letting me walk in your shoes for a minute - it is constantly a gift.
- crazymumma said...
Hi. Miss you as well. I'm not around much myself.
I like that you served him a bit of dinner. - 11:38 AM
- Maggie, Dammit said...
I know I've gushed this like a hundred times already (at least I have in my mind, can't remember if it came out here or not) BUT: I just love your writing voice. I just love it.


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BOSTON, Nov. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- If diamonds are a girl's best friend, then Hearts On Fire's $30 million, 27-month "WOW" advertising campaign is a diamond retailer's sweetheart. Perhaps the most aggressive brand advertising campaign ever launched by a diamond company, the "WOW" campaign combines the financial resources of Boston-based Hearts On Fire, its partners and retailers in 45 markets across the country. Hearts On Fire manufactures and markets "the world's most perfectly cut diamonds" through a network of more than 400 exclusive retailers worldwide. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20021125/NYM182 ) The "WOW" campaign is based on the reaction people have when viewing a Hearts On Fire diamond, either through a special Proportion Scope(TM) or from across the room. It is designed to reach two audiences: the first time buyer who may be interested in an engagement ring, and the second time buyer, who Hearts On Fire calls "same girl, second diamond," who may be celebrating a special event or renewing their love. The "WOW" campaign reaches potential customers through an integrated media program that includes television, radio and outdoor. Additionally, retailers are provided materials for use in print advertising, direct mail and point of sale displays. Potential customers view billboards while driving to and from work, hear the Hearts On Fire message on the radio in their car, and view the ads as they sit and relax to watch their favorite television program or news update. Television advertising is running with "WOW" retail partners exclusively on network affiliate stations (NBC, CBS, ABC, and FOX) with 40 percent of the spots in prime time. The goal in the 45 markets is to reach 96% of the target audiences with a 16-time frequency. The highlight of the campaign is two 30-second television commercials. One titled "Cake Topper," is aimed at a younger engagement ring audience, and the second, "Mom/Wow," targets the more established couple. Billboards, radio, print, and point of sale materials all reflect the "wow" theme of the television commercials. While the advertising campaign may appear national, Hearts On Fire Executive Vice President Peter Smith says it's really a local campaign. "Thirty million dollars sounds like a lot of money," he says. "It's a hard number to wrap your mind around. In the end it's just a locally focused way to act nationally." Hearts On Fire manufactures and markets "the world's most perfectly cut diamond." This round diamonds, when viewed through a Proportion Scope, displays a perfect ring of eight hearts from the bottom and a perfectly symmetrical fire burst when seen from the top. The phenomenon authenticates the diamond's perfect cut. Additionally, the company offers Dream, a modified square cut diamond, which also displays the hearts phenomenon, and a full line of diamond jewelry under the Sabrina brand. Make Your Opinion Count - Click Here http://tbutton.prnewswire.com/prn/11690X21768744
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Rush Limbaugh 'Dreaming' Of Riots In Denver
Talk Show Host Wants America To See Actions Of 'Far Left'
Talk show host Rush Limbaugh is sparking controversy again after he made comments that appear to call for riots in Denver during the Democratic National Convention this summer.He said the riots would ensure a Democrat is not elected as president, and his listeners have a responsibility to make sure it happens."Riots in Denver, the Democrat Convention would see to it that we don't elect Democrats," Limbaugh said during Wednesday's radio broadcast. He then went on to say that's the best thing that could happen to the country.Limbaugh cited Al Sharpton, saying the Barack Obama supporter threatened to superdelegates that "there's going to be trouble" if the presidency is taken from Obama.Several callers called in to the radio show to denounce Limbaugh's comments, when he later stated, "I am not inspiring or inciting riots, I am dreaming of riots in Denver."Limbaugh said with massive riots in Denver, which he called part of "Operation Chaos," the people on the far left would look bad."There won't be riots at our convention," Limbaugh said of the Republican National Convention. "We don't riot. We don't burn our cars. We don't burn down our houses. We don't kill our children. We don't do half the things the American left does."He believes electing Democrats will hurt America's security and economy and appeared to call on his listeners to make sure that doesn't happen."We do, hopefully, the right thing for the sake of this country. We're the only one in charge of our affairs. We don't farm out our defense if we elect Democrats ... and riots in Denver, at the Democratic Convention will see to it we don't elect Democrats. And that's the best damn thing that can happen to this country, as far as I can think," Limbaugh said.Later, Limbaugh downplayed his "dreaming of riots in Denver" statement, and said that he wasn't calling for riots and was referring to warnings of trouble if superdelegates decide the nomination at the Democratic National Convention.Limbaugh's comments prompted Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper to say, "Anyone who would call for riots in an American city has clearly lost their bearings."Democratic Sen. Ken Salazar also responded to Limbaugh's comments Friday, asking Lee Larsen, senior vice president of Clear Channel Radio Rocky Mountain Region to reprimand Limbaugh."As I read Mr. Limbaugh's comments about riots at the Democratic National Convention in Denver, they appear to me to be a clear exhortation that those riots are exactly what he wants to happen," Salazar said in a letter to Larsen.Denver will host the DNC on Aug. 25 to Aug. 28.
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EAT A HEALTHY BREAKFAST I always bring a packet of instant oatmeal in my carry-on bag during morning flights. Then I simply ask the flight attendant for a cup of hot water, and I have an easy and healthy breakfast on the plane. Christina Tuff Saull, Washington, D.C.
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AVOID MOTION SICKNESS Besides being a tasty treat, candied ginger is a preventative or remedy for motion sickness. (Some cruise ships even offer it with after-dinner mints.) We always carry a small supply with us in a resealable plastic bag, whether we're on the road, in an airplane, or at sea. Weyman Lew, San Francisco, Calif.
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CATCH UP ON YOUR FAVORITE SHOW I download TV shows to my iPod to watch while I fly. I was having trouble figuring out a way to watch hands-free until I discovered that the plastic cups that airlines serve drinks in are the perfect size and shape to prop up an iPod. Put a cup on your tray table and place the iPod inside; the screen will be just above the lip-the perfect position. Everyone I've shown this trick to says it works great. Kristi Wright, Norman, Okla.
READ A CLASSIC BOOK Download free audiobooks online. Before my last long flight, I went to LibriVox.org and chose a bunch of books, short stories, and poems to download to my iPod-for free. The site has both adult and children's books (Pride and Prejudice, A Little Princess, The Call of the Wild), and the list is growing. All of the titles are in the public domain and they're read by volunteers, so there's no question of copyright infringement. Even if you don't own an iPod, you can download them to your computer and burn them onto a CD. Diane Bowman, Huntington Beach, Calif.
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