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The Real Da Vinci Code, Leonardo's Vitruvian Man, indicates Da Vinci's hidden double meaning of his Last Supper: The Sacrifice and the Resurrection
This account is respectful of Christian beliefs. I wish to modify this account as I learn more. I would like to credit Leo Steinberg, author of "Leonardo's Incessant Last Supper" for several ideas in this article.
Leonardo Da Vinci's Vitruvian Man (the Da Vinci Man with four arms and four legs in a square and circle) is the most popular secular symbol in the world. My ten years of research suggests that the Vitruvian Man is a universal symbol for greater love, relationships, success, health and the new age 21st century paradigm of indivisible wholeness, the paradigm for world peace. The New Renaissance!
The Da Vinci Person also represents an integration of opposite values. Da Vinci's Last Supper represents an integration of the two events of the Last Supper: Both the Betrayal of Jesus (the shock) and the Redemption (the awe, communion or Eucharist). Amazingly, Leonardo is able to portray both of these events, simultaneously, in the emotions of the Apostles; just like the Da Vinci Man is able to portray two opposite values, the square (our sacrifice in the material realm) and the circle (our renaissance or rebirth in the spiritual realm).
The Da Vinci Man with arms outspread symbolizes the sacrifice (the Betrayal). Da Vinci Man with arms uplifted symbolizes the Resurrection (the communion).
Hence,(a) the geometry, and (b) the meaning of the Da Vinci Man is a secret code to understand the meaning of Leonardo's Last Supper.
1) There is a claim in The Da Vinci Code that there is no Holy Grail or cup through which Jesus offered the communion. On the contrary, Jesus and each Apostle have a small cup of wine.
2) The cup is small and not an ostentatious or grandiose goblet because Leonardo wanted to represent the Last Supper as a simple affair. This is equivalent to the simple dining used by the Dominicans in the refectory (dining hall) of Santa Marie delle Grazie, Milan, the location of Da Vinci's Last Supper. This church, incidentally, was partially built by Bramante, the designer of Saint Peter's Basilica. Bramante adored Leonardo's work and wrote poems about him.
3) The simple cups and tableware, similar to those used by the Dominican Friars, fulfilled the desire of Jesus to "always be among you." The Dominican Friars could, therefore, feel they were dining along with Jesus and the Apostles.
4) The expressions of the Apostles not only represent one of shock over the announcement by Jesus of the betrayal, they also demonstrate an awe and acceptance of the communion.
5) To the left of Jesus we have two groupings of three: St Thomas, James the Major and Philip represent one group. Matthew, Thaddeus and Simon represent the other.
6) Thomas, James and Philip are grouped together because they were the favorite apostles of Florence, Leonardo's home for several years.
7) Thaddeus and Simon confer together because they are brothers who were present as shepherds at the birth of Jesus.
8) Thomas, the impulsive one, moves ahead of James the Major with his finger in the air. When Thomas heard Jesus was going back to Jerusalem he said, "Let us go, that we may die with Him." His uplifted finger says, "This is the Will of God," and "I knew it would be so." It is also the finger that touches the wound of Jesus.
9) James the Major's mouth is open in shock, but also in awe, receptive to the communion.
10) Philip places his hands on his breast to protest his innocence and display his anguish, but this is also a sign of accepting the communion.
11) Matthew's hands point to Jesus in asking Simon what to make of the announcement by Jesus but they are also receptive of the communion.
12) One hand of Thaddeus points to the betrayer but both hands are also receptive of the communion.
13) Simon's two hands indicate a sense of not knowing what to make of the announcement but they are also receptive of the communion.
14) One hand of Jesus is open, receptive of the surrender. The other hand of Jesus points to the wine and bread, announcing an intention to begin the communion.
15) The same hand is close to the dipping bowl, close to where the hand of Judas is, indicating who the betrayer is. This hand also reflects the human side of Jesus, recoiling a bit from both the Betrayal and the sacrifice. ("Let this cup pass from me," just as the other hand indicates the surrender, "Thy Will be done.")
16) The body of Jesus forms an equilateral triangle, indicating the Holy Trinity. His hands seem to reach out in three dimensions to the participants viewing the painting.
17) James the Major is on the left side of Jesus and John is on His right. This is because they are brothers. Their mother requested that one sit on the right side of Jesus and the other on His left, where they are the thunder of Jesus.
18) John leans back in a faint, accepting the fate of Jesus, yet folding his hands in quiet desperation.
19) The body of John is at the same angle as Jesus, as if in mirror image, indicating the closeness of their relationship. This is also reflected in the mirror-image color of their clothing.
20) John is next to Peter because they shared a ministry together.
21) Peter is next to Judas because they both evidenced a betrayal.
22) Peter whispers into John's ear, asking him to ask Jesus who the betrayer is.
23) Peter holds a knife behind the back of Judas with which to possibly dispatch the betrayer (as he attempted to do when cutting off the ear of the Roman servant). A close examination indicates that Peter may actually be holding the wrist of a hand that holds the knife. The knife is also symbolic of the one Peter used to protect Jesus.
24) The same knife points to Bartholomew sitting at the table's end. Bartholomew also rises with his feet transposed. These symbols indicate both the flaying and crucifixion of Bartholomew.
25) Bartholomew asks Andrew to explain what is going on. Andrew is in so much shock, he is in denial that such a betrayal could possibly happen. He may also be reacting to the knife pointed at Judas.
26) James the Minor, the brother or cousin of Jesus, touches Peter, reminding us that James and Peter were the first two Bishops of the church.
27) Leonardo Da Vinci was inclined to choose the act of betrayal. He felt betrayed many times in his career by people who envied him. He may have even been jailed for two months as a result of charges (that were dropped).
The Following is Speculative and I Wish to Modify It as I Learn More:
28) Another interpretation: the Last Supper was painted in the refectory (dining hall) of the Dominican Friars who venerated Mother Mary. The church, Santa Maria delle Grazie, was named in Mary's honor. St. Dominic initiated the Rosary, which is still practiced today. The Rosary was highly regarded and recommended by Pope John Paul II. From the Dominican point of view, if there were to be any association with John, it would have been with Mother Mary.
29) John was also more associated with Mother Mary than Mary Magdalene. On the cross, Jesus told John to accept Mary as his mother (and take care of her, which he apparently did). This was also an instruction for all the Apostles to take care of Mary.
30) Mary is associated with Holy Spirit. Mary gave birth to Jesus via Holy Spirit.
31) In the Rosary, Mary is the Bride of the Holy Spirit. Jesus is married to the church, which is associated with Mary.
32) The Apostles stayed in the house of Mary for ten days before the Holy Spirit entered into them.
33) Therefore, the illustration may represent a mystical union between Jesus and the Holy Spirit.
If I were to pick one city as a definite must-see for the first time traveler to Italy, my choice would be Florence. Since the birth of the Renaissance, Florence has retained its standing as a center of art and culture. It has also become renowned for high fashion (excellent leather and silk goods), great cuisine, beautiful parks, tourism and, of course, friendly and warm people. Located in the heart of the central region of Tuscany, Florence is situated in a valley surrounded by rolling Tuscan hills. It is about a three-hour train ride north of Rome and 1 hour from Pisa.
Home to many great prominent figures (Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo Buonarotti, Dante Allighieri, Niccolo' Machiavelli), their legacies can be seen all over town. In the Academy Art Gallery one can see Michaelangelo's famous Statue of David, completed by the sculptor at age 26 after others had rejected the marble block because of its imperfections. According to the bible, David represents an Israelite shepherd boy who emerged victorious in an improbable battle against the mighty Goliath. In the Uffizzi Galleries, Europe's third largest museum, one can see Sandro Botticelli's masterpiece "Birth of Venus".
The city has an excellent bus system, and it is also very easy to get around on foot. A great place for a stroll is along the Ponte Vecchio, or the "Old Bridge." This is the oldest of all the bridges in Florence and may even date back to Etruscan times. It has undergone many repairs through the centuries. It has even been the source of controversy. During one of the World Wars, a German general defied orders to bomb the bridge because he thought it was so beautiful. Previously, the bridge was aligned with butcher shops. Today, however, the only merchants allowed on the bridge are jewelers. It is one of the social points in town where you can window shop and watch artists as they sketch.
Another great place to shop is along Via Tornabuoni. Here you can find various boutiques and fashion giants as Armani, Versace, Fendi and Gucci. Florence also has many open markets where you can find some excellent leather and silk bargains. Some of the better markets include the market of San Lorenzo and the market in the Parco delle Cascine.
Florence is also noted for its excellent cuisine and sinfully delicious desserts and gelati (ice cream). Many fine restaurants can be found in town. You must not leave the city without trying some risotto, a Florentine specialty. Another specialty, believe it or not, is beefsteak. You can, of course, find excellent pasta dishes as you would in other parts of Italy. Because Tuscany is in the heart of the Chianti region, there is always an excellent selection of wines to savor.
Just South of the Arno River lies the Boboli Gardens, once an estate of a feudal king; it is one of the most beautiful parks in all of Europe. It is over 100 acres of beautifully manicured landscape and walking paths aligned with trees. There is even a Roman amphitheater, which in the summer is used for theatrical plays. Walking up to the top of the hill offers a great panoramic view of the city.
In summary, Florence has everything you are looking for in an Italian vacation: great food, great art and great people. It doesn't take long for the city's charm to capture your heart and spirit. With half a million inhabitants, it does not overwhelm you like a city such as Rome or Milan (each of which has approximately 4 million people).
I believe Charles Dickens said it best in the "Pictures of Italy" when he wrote "how much beauty is here, when, on a fair clear morning, we look, from the summit of a hill, on Florence! See where it lies before us in a sun-lighted valley, bright with the winding Arno, and shut in by swelling hills; its domes, and towers, and palaces, rising from the rich country in a glittering heap, and shining in the sun like gold!"
The Pink Villa is a quiet Tuscany holiday villa in Lucca with pool set in the magnificent landscape between Ponte a Moriano north of Lucca and the Versilian sea in Tuscany. This Tuscany holiday villa is suitable for large groups up to 13 people.
Set in beautiful countryside near Lucca in Tuscany, this Tuscany Villa and its attached barn can sleep 13 people in six bedrooms. There is a large pool that has the same spectacular views that can be enjoyed from everywhere on the property. Ideal for a great family holiday, the villa is private but only 200 metres from a small village. The Tuscan villa is a twenty five minute drive from both Lucca and the spa town of Bagni di Lucca. For visits to Florence, Siena, Pisa and the Versilia beaches and towns, you will find this house ideally placed.
Inside the main house, there are four double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a shower room, a kitchen/dining room and a living room. The barn has two double bedrooms, shower room, kitchen and lounge/dining room. Both houses are well equipped, with washing machines, dishwashers, etc., although the Barn does not have satellite TV with a full set of channels.
Please ask for prices 2008 and note that in July and August the property can only be rented as a whole.
Lucca – 20 mins
Viareggio (seaside) – 20 mins
Pisa (nearest airport) – 50 mins
Florence (other airport) – 1 hour 15 mins
Siena – 2 hours 30 mins
Arezzo – 3 hours
This Tuscany holiday villa is located near a small country village in the hilly countryside surrounding Lucca, therefore near cultural interest (city of Lucca) and near the coast (Versilian coastline).
Tuscany Villa Amenities
- Living room
- Dining room
- Kitchen
- Terrace
- Garden
- TV with satellite
- Cot
- Stereo
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Pool
- Pets OK
Six reasons to study Italian in Tuscany.
Reason 1:
The best way to learn a language, one knows, is to go abroad. But if the apprehension is combined with relaxation and enjoyment, one can obtain a double result. You learn in a more efficient way because you are always in contact with native speakers and can put into practice your new knowledge right away. You can also enjoy yourself because you can get to know and appreciate the country in depth, just like a vacation.
Thousands of students travel abroad each year to learn Italian language. They realize that the most effective way to learn Italian language is to learn in the country the language is spoken and may be used not only in the classroom, but all day and in the street, shops, restaurants…
Reason 2:
Italy is a world leader in the culinary arts, interior design, fashion, graphic design, furniture design, etc. Those planning careers in such fields greatly benefit from knowing Italian and Italy.
Reason 3:
Living in Italy can be a fantastic cultural experience. Although it can be said that Italian cannot be considered as a vehicular language, it is just as true that it cannot be relegated to a language of the past. Are you an art and culture enthusiast? Italy, the country with the highest concentration of art, history, culture, nature, good food and wine in the world, is one of the most popular vacation countries in Europe.
Wherever you choose to study Italian in Italy you will find something unique: beautiful natural scenery, history, customs, delicious food, colourful festivals and warm people.
Reason 4:
The Italian welcome is warm everywhere, people are friendly and all seasons are good for a visit.
Reason 5:
If you're serious about learning the Italian language, you should certainly learn it in Tuscany, the heart and birthplace of the Italian language. Florence was home to Dante, who Italians call il padre della lingua italiana, the father of the Italian language. Still today, the best Italian is spoken in Florence and Tuscany.
Basically, the modern Italian language is the Florentine dialect of the 1300s.
Reason 6:
Last but not least, Pisa is the main destination in Tuscany and in the central Italy (after Rome). Pisa Airport is served by 13 airlines operating 281 weekly flights to 22 national and international destinations (Summer 2004). Numerous companies offer charter flights to a number of European and non-European destinations. Fly to Pisa is really cheap and easy: the most important low cost flights companies reach Pisa and the airport is 5 minutes far from the centre of the town by bus, train or taxi.
Vacation: ahh..freedom from the everyday pressures of life! We all need vacations from time to time otherwise we would literally lose it! Our minds, that is! The word itself is a mood booster! Many people have difficulty in choosing the right places for a vacation! Having numerous choices always helps! I hope this list makes it a bit easier for some of you! Some of the best places i've come across are these:
1) Montego Bay (Jamaica) – The Blue Mountain Peak is Jamaica's tallest peak! It is in the heart of Jamaica north of Kingston, another city in Jamaica, and very near Montego Bay. The peak is 7,402 feet in height. Doting the hillside below are small villages. The area's inhabitants are known as the Rastafarians, who are reclusive, spiritual people. Anybody who has the hiking spirit in them, climbs this peak, which can be strenuous. People usually start their climb at dawn, at which time the peak looks stunningly beautiful, with the morning mist surrounding it and adding to that, the tinge of red and orange in the sky. When you're climbing, on a clear day, you might get to see Cuba, which is about 90 miles north, if you're lucky. You might also get to see the rare 'Doctor Bird', the longtailed, shimmering green hummingbird, that is the national symbol.
2) Paris (France) – also known as the 'city of love', Paris is studded with amazing attractions! This city attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists each year. The main attraction in Paris is….yes, you guessed it! The Eiffel Tower! This iron tower is built on the Champ de Mars, beside the River Siene. It is the tallest structure in Paris and one of the most well-known. Just last year, the number of visitors to the Eiffel Tower was 6,719,200! There are also many other places to visit, some of them being the Louvre National Museum, The Sacred Heart Basilica, an annual event called Paris Plage, among others.
3) Florence (Italy) – this city lies on the Arno River in Italy. Florence is famous for its magnificient art and architecture. This city has also been called the Athens of the Middle Ages. Here, Santa Maria del Fiore, the domed cathedral of the city, also known as the Duomo. This magnificient structure is the best-known site in the city. Florence has also great and historic museums like the Bargello, which contains many priceless pieces of art by sculptors such as Donatello, Michelango, and many others. Some other museums are the Accademia and the Uffizi Gallery which are very famous.
4) Rome (Italy)
Visiting the Tuscany and Umbria border Region
South eastern Tuscany meets its smaller neighbour Umbria, on Umbria's north eastern border. The border area of Tuscany and Umbria in Italy is a wonderful place to stay as the visitor is able to visit the many cities and towns of the two regions while staying in one of the most picturesque areas the world has to offer and enjoying one of its greatest cuisines. The area is largely rural, the main crops are sunflowers, maize, olives, vines and tobacco which is being phased out. Modernity has been slow to reach this area and the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, many visitors feel as if they had stepped back in time 30 or 40 years. Staying in this area you are within 90% of UNESCOs world art treasures: Rome and Florence are within two hours drive and one must not forget the important art works of nearer towns such as Arezzo, Siena, Perugia and Assisi. Apart from their art treasures these towns are places everyone enjoys visiting. All have their own architectural delights and meandering lanes and interesting shops and restaurants. Also worth visiting are the Tuscan towns of ; Cortona and Sansepolcro and the Umbrian towns of Gubbio,Citta di Castello, Todi and Orvieto. Lovers of ceramics will also want to visit Deruta which produces some of the finest majolica.
Wine lovers are also in for a treat as many great wines are found in this area. Although Chianti is not strictly on the Tuscany Umbria border it is only a short drive. The brunellos of Montalcino and Vino Nobile of Montepulciano are found in this area.
There is a wide choice of accommodation available for those wishing to come to this area of Italy. "Agriturismi" offering either self-catering apartments or B&B type accommodation have sprung up everywhere. A popular choice for the visitor to this area of Tuscany and Umbria is to rent a self-catering villa, farmhouse or apartment through a rental agency. With a rental agency one can be sure that the house or apartment has been properly scrutinised and is priced fairly to reflect its quality, situation and accessibility. Farmhouses, villas and apartments with or without swimming pools are all available. If one wishes to stay in a country property in this area car hire is almost essential. Public transport in the rural areas of Tuscany and Umbria although reliable, is sparse. Most villages have a bus service once a day, relying upon this creates a lack of flexibility. Many of the farmhouses and villas for holiday rental are on hillsides a good walk from a main road. Often vacation rental houses in Tuscany and Umbria are reached along gravel roads or "strade bianche" . City inhabitants are often alarmed at these gravel roads but after the initial drive along them the nerves are soon overcome.
Please visit www.tuscanyumbria.com to find a rental property for your holiday in the Tuscany or Umbria regions of Italy.
Italy as one of the most ancient European civilizations is unknown to none. Italy had been the land of Roman Empire for long. Today the country has a rich history and tradition that speaks for itself and gathers tourists from all round the world. Italy is a place known for its wonderful cities and their archaic art and architecture. There are great Roman structures like Roman Colosseum and Pantheon; the Sistine Chapel, sculptures by maestros Leonardo, Michelangelo etc. and many more attractions that can make your vacation a dream come true.
A Walk through the Italian Cities-
The cities of Italy are quite popular across the globe. For instance the land of Julius Caesar i.e. the city of Rome also known as the "Eternal City" has an aura of exotic Roman art and architecture. Rome is famous for its architectural masterpiece of the Colosseum, the National Gallery of Ancient Art which in itself is a magnum opus and displays the work of Bernini, Raphael and Titan. The Capitoline Museums houses the complete history of Rome, the Gallery of Modern Art presents the 19th and 20th century at work by eminent artists and the Galleria Borghese museum in Rome has the largest art collection in the world.
The city of Venice seeks no introduction. It is the city where tranquility prevails and the beguiling art and architecture makes everyone's day. The visitors are attracted by pulls like the Grand Canal, the museums such as the Museum of Modern Art and Museum of Oriental Art in the Santa Croce region of Venice, which put at parade the art work from countries like Japan, Indonesia and China. Also worth visiting are the Academy of Fine Art and the Correr Museum known for its Renaissance art.
The fashion city of Milan has always been inviting visitors. It is a primary economic and cultural center of Italy. Milan is popular for the Romanesque architecture in the Lombardy region of which Milan is a part; The Cathedral of Milan that is a paradigm example of Gothic architecture. The Milan museums include some of the fascinating museums in the world. For instance the Brera Gallery that presents the tour de force of geniuses like Raphael and Giovanni Bellini. You can also gaze at the awesome "The Last Supper", Jesus and his disciples at the Piazza Santa Maria delle Grazie church.
Since the entire Italy is swarming with museums and art, the city of Florence too grounds few wonderful ones. The Uffizi Gallery which is best known for the art work of Sandro Botticelli – "Birth of Venus", Leonardo da Vinci's strokes, and apart from these the Dutch, French and Spanish work of art it displays.
Besides this, Florence is thronged for its delectable cuisine, hill slopes and the oldest archaeologically significant region of this place i.e. the Tuscany region. One among the wonders of the world, the Leaning Tower of Pisa is nestled in the Italian town of Pisa in the Tuscany region.
The Vatican City is a center of attraction in Italy particularly for magnificent Sistine Chapel, designed by the architect Baccio Pontelli and feathers added to it by Bernini. The galleries of this Chapel present some of the exclusive art works-paintings and sculptures like "run-of-the-mill", the archaic bronze statue of Apoxyomenos, Michelangelo's sculpture 'The Pieta' and so forth.
After these Italy has many other cities that have always been welcoming visitors with their pleasant surroundings and amazing art work.
So one should, in one's life time definitely bask in the glory of the skill of distinguished artists, painters and architects, no where else but Italy.
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Amalfi Coast, Sorrento, Capri, Cilento National Park: we love these places! This is where we live, where we spend our own vacations and where we want you to come. Let us show you the beauty of our land and the friendliness of our people. Let us make you feel Italian, at least a little bit.
And if you are looking for a different Italian destination, we have now made available a selection of italy villas and apartments in Tuscany, Umbria, Rome, Venice and Lake Como that have been recommended to us by friends and by past guests themselves.
Tuscany :
Famous for its Chianti wines, its magnificent historic towns, such as Florence, Siena, Arezzo, San Gimignano, Cortona, Lucca and Volterra, and its peaceful nature, tuscany villas reveals its very soul with placid hills, wide pastures and neatly harvested vineyards and offers travelers a continuous sequence of stimulating highlights.
Amalfi Coast :
This spectacular coastline, which embraces the charming towns of Positano, Praiano, Amalfi and Ravello, invites you to imagine yourself back in the sunny carefree days of the sixties – for here the beauty and romance of those times have not changed.
Sorrento Coast :
Sorrento is one of the best known resorts in villas italy , situated on a tract of coastline of unrivalled beauty, on the northern slope of the Sorrentine Peninsula, in a sheltered spot, surrounded by luxuriant hills where vines, olives and above all high quality citrus fruits are grown. The site of patrician villas during Roman times, it has been a highly prestigious retreat since 700.
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Syllabus Monday has come and gone.
Dr. ACROP and Dr. Town House have nursed our first hangovers of the semester courtesy of the lovely Aunt Chilada.
Now sitting in my dorm, hair all askew, I am surrounded by books thicker than my super long twin bed, asking myself, is it time for break yet?
Every student goes through it. The initial excitement of a new semester beginning: new teachers, new courses, and the relief that the painstakingly awful classes from the previous semester are finally behind you.
The first few weeks are a breeze, as students settle into the quad between classes to enjoy the last few days of summer that have held on through September.
But come October when the nights go from a refreshing chill to an unbearable cold, and midterms begin to pop out of nowhere, all students will be excited for is vacation.
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EF College Break is a program that allows college students to travel around the world at an affordable price.
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What springs to mind when you think of Italy?
From pasta to poetry, Roman architecture to the roar from within a football stadium, there's something for everyone.
With a rich cultural history and a variety of hotels to cater for all tastes, thousands choose to head to Italy for their holidays each year.
Many of the country's main cities – such as Florence, Milan and Venice – are steeped in history, and tourists flock to take in the sights and sounds of these cultured cities.
Indeed, Venice remains a popular destination for those looking for something a little more romantic during their holidays. Many choose to head to the city of canals and carnivals for Valentines' – and with a wide variety of classic-style hotels it remains a popular destination for city breaks.
In the north of the country, Milan is a popular destination for those seeking fashion, football and Formula 1. As well as the glitz and glamour there is a rich cultural history, which can be seen in the many cathedrals and art galleries dotted round the city – in which some of Leonardo Da Vinci's famous works can be seen.
For a taste of Roman history, head to Rome itself (for all roads lead to Rome apparently)
Many flock to Rome to experience a taste of the Romantic, with a rich mix of architectural styles and some of the more instantly recognisable tourist attractions – such as the Colloseum and the Vatican – to explore and enjoy.
For those looking to avoid the hustle and bustle of the city, there are a wide range of hotels in Italy that cater for the more serene side of the country.
Indeed, the region of Tuscany remains popular with those looking to get away for a relaxing break in the Mediterranean countryside.
However, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Italy is one that doesn't stand anymore, but has a significant history.
Today, the ancient city of Pompeii – which was engulfed by an eruption of Mt Vesuvius – remains popular with visitors to the region.
With a wide variety of hotels and sights in some of Europe's most beautiful cities, you'll never be short of things to see, do, eat and experience.


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Apparently, an early five-run cushion wasn't enough for Chad Billingsley. Despite digging themselves a 5-0 hole by the time the bottom of the second inning rolled around, the Los Angeles Angels were able to storm back and win the first of three against their LA-area bunkmates 8-5 Friday night at Angel Stadium. Billingsley (4-6) was touched up for 10 hits and six earned runs in five innings of w...
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Dodgers-Mariners Preview (June 8)
Posted on 8 Jun 2012 by Taylor Smith.
Following their four-game sweep in Philadelphia, the L.A. Dodgers will take on the Seattle Mariners for three games starting Friday night, wrapping up a 10-game road trip. The series opener will pit Nate Eovaldi (0-2) against veteran Kevin Millwood (3-5). Eovaldi struggled a bit in his last start against the Rockies, yielding three runs in 5.2 innings while throwing over 100 pitches. Millwood w...
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Dodgers Pour It On In 9th, Rout Phillies
Posted on 7 Jun 2012 by Taylor Smith.
Following three consecutive one-run triumphs over the Philadelphia Phillies, the Dodgers were finally able to give themselves a little bit of breathing room. Leading (once again) by just one run headed into the top of the 9th inning, Los Angeles had its way with reliever Chad Qualls to the tune of four hits and four runs in just 1/3 of an inning of work, turning a 4-3 squeaker into an 8-3 laugh...
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MVP Voting in Vogue
Posted on 7 May 2012 by Steven Keys.
It's a bit early in the baseball campaign to be writing about MVPs, though, that didn't stop some this spring from doing just that. Not too many endeavors as frivolous as pre-season prognostications on likely, after-season award winners. But it's a free country, fast becoming jobless, but free. This piece isn't about predictions nor intended to depreciate award winners of the past. It�...
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2012 NL West Roundtable Season Preview
Posted on 31 Mar 2012 by Steve Folsom.
Welcome to your 2012 NL West Round Table Preview with Rockies beat writer Steven Folsom and Diamondbacks writer Matthew Hesse. 2011 brought many surprises in baseball and one of those was the NL West. The Giants didn't repeat and the Diamondbacks stormed back from a last place finish in 2010 to winning the division in 2011. What will 2012 bring? Well, let's get started. Biggest offsea...
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LA Dodgers sold for record 2 Billion dollars!!
Posted on 27 Mar 2012 by Mark Jasper.
For more on this story, click on the link below. http://espn.go.com/los-angeles/mlb/story/_/id/7745566/los-angeles-dodgers-selling-team-magic-johnson-group-2b
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Blue Notes: Week Ending April 15th
Posted on 15 Apr 2011 by Cal Lee.
As the week comes to a close, the LA Dodgers has found themselves nestled in 3rd Place in their division with a rather uncomfortable 6-7 record which could easily be 8-5 or possibly 9-4. The Dods, lost 2 of 3 earlier this week to a streaking San Francisco Giants team who clearly are starting to show consistency in their bats and what better way to test that theory than by cascading hits...

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The MTA has announced that blasting is complete for the 7nd Street Station of the Second Avenue Subway. This video at the left shows a controlled blast in the 72nd Street underground tunnel. [videoembed id=118362]
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Drilling and blasting for the 72nd Street Station began on January 18, 2011.
Its completion has come through the work of nearly 500 laborers working 24 hours a day, five days a week.
They removed a total of 183,000 cubic yards of rock, which the MTA said is the equivalent to the volume covered by 500 city avenue blocks 10 feet high, or more than half the Empire State Building.
The Second Avenue Subway line will extend the Q line, and is the largest expansion of the subway system in generations, according to the MTA. The subway line will have new stations at 72nd Street, 86th Street and 96th Street, and is expected to open in December 2016. The MTA estimates its cost at $4.45 billion.
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Meet Laskin & Robinson: Two dudes from Kinetix branch out stylistically with a new group
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Adam Lufkin and Josh Fairman of Kinetix have formed a new group called Laskin & Robinson that sounds nothing like their other band. The songs the outfit has posted thus far showcase a variety of styles, and they're done pretty well, from synthy, funk-laden hip-pop on tracks like "Ass Work" and "Top Shelf," featuring Corey Henry from Galactic and DJ CheckOne, to funk and dub-filled electro on tunes like "Falling Down," to dubstep on their remix of Ellie Goulding's "Lights." Lufkin, the 'fro-rocking portion of Kinetix, is at the forefront on guitar and vocals, while Fairman handles bass duties and shares production with Lufkin. Continue on to sample some tunes from Laskin & Robinson.
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Not that I really listen to what people tell me when it comes to hair but I can't decide what I want to do. I get a few cool people telling me to cut it (besides douchebag frat boys that say things like "you need some clippers brah!" then I have to make them feel as retarded as they actually are) then about the same amount of people tell me not to. You're the third person in two days to comment of your own volition in favor of keeping it, of course one of them was a creepy 60 year old woman who told me I had handsome hair.
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GOLD RIVER, CA -- (Marketwire) -- 01/31/13 -- SkinStore.com, the nation's leading e-commerce specialty retailer providing scientifically sound solutions for healing and maintaining healthy skin, has added CITY Cosmetics to its assortment of premium products.
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Popoveractions Adds iPad-Like Floating Action Menus To All iPhone Apps
Informator and HomeSafari are just two examples of Cydia tweaks that make some changes to the action menus found throughout iOS in different apps. Both the tweaks make changes to the functionality on offer in these action sheets, and don't really provide ways of altering how these menus themselves look. On the iPad, action menus have a different layout by default; you see a popup window every time there is a need to access options related to a specific area of an app. If you like that floating look, there is now a way to get it pretty easily on your iPhone and iPod touch. Popoveractions is a new Cydia tweak that changes the options list found in all stock and third-party apps on iOS to a hovering popup window similar to the one that is often seen in the iPad. Read More


text: In France, you Sell Resident Evil With Yoghurt and Cruise ShipsLuke Plunkett1/31/12 12:30amFiled to: Resident EvilResident evil revelationsFrance3ds33EditPromoteShare to KinjaToggle Conversation toolsGo to permalink What a breath of fresh air! No fancy pre-rendered trailers, no gruff American man giving a gruff American voice-over. Just a couple of French ladies selling a zombie video game using yoghurt and a cruise liner. These clips are for Resident Evil: Revelations, which was released a few days ago and which Totilo liked very much. Note that only the first two clips are for the 3DS game. The third is my automatic reaction, as an Australian, to hearing the word "yoghurt". Advertisement Advertisement [via Tiny Cartridge]Reply33 repliesLeave a reply


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Gallinari Ready To Take Big Role In New Nuggets OffenseDanilo Gallinari wants everyone to know this: His surgically repaired left knee, the one that took three procedures to fix and nearly two seasons to fully trust, no longer bothers him.
Faried Can Be 'Manimal' Again With Nuggets Devoted To RunningKenneth Faried instantly perked up when his new coach proclaimed the Denver Nuggets would return to their uptempo roots.
Michael Malone Plans To Run Uptempo Offense With NuggetsMichael Malone wants his team to run. The front office wants his team to run. His players certainly want his team to run.
Nuggets Hire Michael Malone As New Head CoachThe Denver Nuggets took 105 days to find their new head coach. Now that they've agreed to a deal with Michael Malone, they're off and running.
AP Source: Kings GM Pete D'Alessandro Returning To NuggetsA person familiar with the decision says Sacramento Kings general manager Pete D'Alessandro has accepted a front-office position in Denver.
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Think about what you (as an adult) would do to a 13-year-old if he did something similar on the sidewalk. How do you think the cops or his parents are going to take you holding a shiv to the grom's neck or slapping him around? No diff. You f' with that kid and you're going to be hurting a lot more than a little board bumping.
Be the wise elder and use the opp to teach what he apparently didn't glean from his surf lessons. If his folks are around have a little chat with them too. If they don't want to listen then chalk it up to YOUR learning experience.
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I've lived in New York City for going on a decade, but one thing that never ceases to amaze me is just how much is crammed into all of the buildings populating Manhattan. From street level, of course, you'll see shops and businesses, but that's only part of the story—brimming through the roof of countless high-rises are treasures just waiting to be discovered. Treasures like the studio of one of our favorite jewelry designers, the wonderful Satomi Kawakita. Nestled within a nondescript building off Canal Street in Downtown Manhattan, Satomi's stunning studio space is a veritable treasure trove—in more ways than one. A home to her studio, office and showroom, this tiny space packs quite the punch despite its limited floorspace. Satomi was kind enough to let us into her world this week and we couldn't be more pleased—this peek into her creative process is truly inspiring! Check out our highlights from the tour above and all of the snapshots after the jump! —Max
Fascinating look at a great work space. I love her jewelry. Thanks for the inside peek.
I love these studio tours! This one really makes me want to make something!!
I love her work! I've been stalking her site for awhile. Maybe one day i'll have the funds to purchase something great from her.
her new studio space is so great! she use to work in an even smaller space in union sq. that was "all business" and this new space is such an excellent mirror to her own esthetic. satomi made my engagement ring and mine and my husband's wedding bands and she and her staff are so wonderful to work with!
Great shots of how an artisan really works…as you say, a treasure trove in more ways than one! I think one of the advantages of this kind of space is to be able to control the light…another would be the lack of distractions from outside. Thanks for the photo insight :)
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Herodotus in Context : Ethnography, Science and the Art of Persuasion
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Herodotus called his work an enquiry and wrote before 'history' was a separate discipline. Coming from Halicarnassus, at the crossroads between the Persian and Athenian spheres of influence, he combined the culture of Athens with that of the more pluralistic and less ethnocentric cities of east Greece. Alive to the implications of this cultural background for Herodotus' thought, this study explores the much neglected contemporary connotations and context of the Histories, looking at them as part of the intellectual climate of his time. Concentrating on Herodotus' ethnography, geography and accounts of natural wonders, and examining his methods of argument and persuasion, it sees the Histories, which appear virtually without antecedents, as a product of the late fifth-century world of the natural scientists, medical writers and sophists - a world of controversy and debate.show more
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I'm realizing that these headphones definitely have too much treble after the felt mod, burn-in and amp.
Does the open mod restore some of the balance? If the open mod boosts treble, I'm pretty sure I should not try it.
Stuff the inside with some cotton, it may decrease midbass and soundstage if you stuff too much though.


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Fish scoop
1999 Description: coil weave scoop form based on circular flat weave mat
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sculptures, fibrework, sedge grass Ngarrindjeri coiled basketry
Aunty Ellen describes herself as a 'cultural weaver' making the baskets, mats and fish scoops that the old people used for gathering food and for protection. 'Everything made by the old people served a purpose and it is an honour for me to be doing it today'.They were tools of survival in the past, now they are tools for the survival of the culture. Although she may occasionally use some of the baskets, primarily her work functions as a symbol of her culture and of herself as a representative of that culture.
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The long-term educational cost of war: evidence from landmine contamination in Cambodia
The economic impact of war may be visible in the long run and particularly its impact on human capital. I use unique district level data on landmine contamination intensity in Cambodia combined with individual survey data to evaluate the long run cost of Cambodia's 30 years war (1970-1998) on education levels and earnings. These effects are identified using difference-in-differences (DD) and instrumental variables (IV) estimators. In the DD framework I exploit two sources of variation in an individual's exposure to the conflict: her age in 1970 and landmine contamination intensity in her district of residence. The IV specification uses an indicator of distance to the Thai border-average district fluency in Thai- as an exogenous source of variation in landmine contamination intensity. I show that young individuals who had not yet attended school before 1970 received less education (relative to the older cohort) and this effect was higher in regions where conflict has been more intense. However, immediately after the war there are no visible effects on earnings. I argue that the destruction of physical capital is the major factor that drives down the returns to education in Cambodia post-war.
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Notts County have the worst disciplinary record in the top four tiers of English league football.
The Magpies currently sit 16th in League Two, but top the disciplinary stats, having accumulated a total of 340 disciplinary points since the season kicked off. Two red cards and 29 cautions contribute to their tally.
Sunderland top the disciplinary table in the Premiership, with 112 points, Preston North End (325) and Peterborough United (275) head up the Championship and League One respectively.
Northampton's Jason Taylor is the only player in the top four tiers to receive two red cards, with the first coming against Barnet, followed by a straight red for an apparent elbow to the face of Oxford United midfielder Callum O'Dowda.
The FA disciplinary system awards four points for a yellow card and ten points for red cards earned for denial of a goal scoring opportunity or dismissal for two cautions. Twelve points are awarded for violent conduct, serious foul play, spitting or offensive and abusive language.


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Mercedes-Benz 300E Reviews and Owner Comments
Mercedes-Benz 300E owners review and rate their Mercedes-Benz 300E.
Mercedes-Benz 300E (16 Reviews)
I own a Mercedes Benz 300e that I bought for my wife for $1700. At that point it had 249,000 miles on it. Before we owned it, it had been sitting for some years and had a acceleration delay issue. Once we got it back on the road I added fuel injector cleaner and drove it hard on the highway. Now the issue only appears before its fully warmed up to operating temperature. She did not want it back and after a while I ended up driving it for work (she stole my Range Rover!). I would beat on it on a regular basis but now miraculously, it drives better than ever! As a matter of fact, it will not die!!! I decided that I liked it but just couldn't get over driving a four door so I bought a 300ce in hopes that it will be just as tough but cooler being a two door coupe. We will see what happens, I'll let you know!
I have this Mercedes-Benz 1990 3000E all of sudden out of no were, the car was on park went to put in reverse the park car would not move! Had no signs of tranny problems at all! No leaks at all! car runs awesome until this! mileage is 168000! What could this be?
I've had my 92' 300E with the 3 liter engine for close to 15 years now and it now has 248,000 miles on it. I've only had the standard repairs to perform for a car of this age (radiator, alternator, belts) all self repaired/replaced. The only small annoyance is the need to add oil, about 2 quarts/month, but I've accepted it. The car still runs strong and rides well. It's getting close to time for a replacement but it's a tough car to replace what with its proven reliability through all the years. I'm looking at another E Class, just a bit newer. Mercedes did a good job with this class
Car is very dependable when it's running. Strong engine at 170K miles, but I do find that it has a problem with the air conditioner sometimes blowing and sometimes not. It happens quite frequently. I also have noticed that it leaks transmission fluid if it sits for more than a week or so. Those are the two problems that I have encountered with this vehicle at this juncture. I love the way it handles and its heavy enough to handle the road very well. I would buy another one with less miles if it came available.
this vehicle looses spark when it warms up any ideas
power seats will not work if doors are closed but work when any door is opened------any ideas to problem thanks
My dad gave me the keys to his 1991 300E, in 2008. He's retired now, and I think he got tired of maintaining it. I've spent several thousands to keep it on the road. I don't regret a dime I've spent. The exterior and interior condition is in great condition. It has a slight oil leak, which I've decided to leave it alone. My trusty German motor mechanic fixed the problem twice in the last 2 years. He said old cars will leak. Just had the suspension replaced at 188,000. My '91 300E is heavy and built like a tank. I love that it's low-tech, from the analog clock to the clickety-click turn signal. Owners of the new E350 sometimes honk and wave at me,approvingly, as they pass by. I have to remind myself that it's not me. It's the car.
i have a mercedes benz 300E 1989 when i started it works properly,but when it is on drive i stop for stop side it shake
After having the car on road and driving it a lot I had to replace the original raditor belt tenisoner and alternator also last year replaced the orginal voltage regulator
Love this car gets driven almost 70,000 miles a year
Love this car gets driven almost 70,000 miles a year
My 90' 300E series only starts after i already turn it over one time so second turnover it will fire up. unless use starting fluid then we get it in the first try does anyone have any pointer or experiences with this same problem and know a few probable solutions to this. we changed the fuel regulator and about to clean the plugs. thank you very much if you can help. email@example.com - email@example.com or give us a call at 702-385-4099.- office or me Steve at 702-461-4097
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Having problems with it starting in the morning when it is cold...
Everything is great except when taking off at a dead stop, it tends to feel like it's not gonna make it then, wham, she takes off barks 2nd gear and goes. And that is with a striaght 6 cyl
117000 miles and no leaks, drips, or bad concerns. New brakes ,rotors and tires, but I am uncertain what a 120K mile maintenance should entail and cost. First time user and new Mercedes owner. Vehicle is a 300E 4Matic. Thanks in advance for any guidance.
I have a 4-matic so a bit diffrent. I love the car even with the problems it has truthfully for a car that once cost $40000+ New and still somewhat have a value and a demand for well can't really complain about it. Only issues i have is the front suspension bushings go bad prematurely especially 4matic, which also bring me to the front brakes causing vibration and squeaking after 50% spent which can be fixed by getting vented disks and good quality pad. The headgasket has been done as well which for anyone that does it no matter what a mechanic tells you you must have the head plained to make sure you have a even match or else the leak will come back. The car for the milage i have 201,000 i cannot complain because for another type of car that had the same i am sure the quality of parts would not hold up to the test of time like a 1990 Mercedes 300E.
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LONDON (AP) — Moviemaker Francis Ford Coppola and opera singer Placido Domingo are among five winners of a lucrative award that has been dubbed the "Nobel Prize of the arts."
British sculptor Antony Gormley, Italian artist Michelangelo Pistoletto and British architect David Chipperfield were also announced Tuesday as winners of the Japan Art Association's Praemium Imperiale Awards, which come with a 15 million yen ($150,000) purse.
Gormley said it was an honor to receive a prize from Japan, whose deep artistic heritage and strong tradition of arts philanthropy should inspire Western artists.
"I owe Japan a lot," said Gormley, who has completed several projects in the country. "The extraordinary tradition of making in Japan, ancient and modern … is an inspiration to anyone who visits."
Founded in 1989, the awards are open to visual and performing artists and architects of any nationality. Winners are chosen by the Japan Art Association based on recommendations from international advisers.
Previous winners include Italian screen star Sophia Loren, American composer Philip Glass, Indian musician Ravi Shankar and Italian director Federico Fellini.
This year's recipients will receive their awards from Japan's Prince Hitachi at a ceremony on Oct. 16.
The 2013 laureates range from Coppola, the American director of the "Godfather" films, to Spanish tenor Domingo and Pistoletto, a founder of the radical "arte povera" modern art movement.
Gormley is one of the world's best-known sculptors, whose works include "The Angel of the North," a giant sculpture of a winged figure that stands beside a highway in northeast England.
Chipperfield has designed buildings including Berlin's rebuilt Neues Museum and the Hepworth Wakefield gallery in England.
Former British Cabinet minister Chris Patten, one of the prize's advisers, said it was gratifying that British artists were strongly, even disproportionately, represented.
He said British winners of the prize — from painter David Hockney to composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, playwright Tom Stoppard and actress Judi Dench — represented "a pretty good roll call of the Premiership of the British cultural scene" over the past quarter century.
Speaking at his north London studio — a building designed by Chipperfield — Gormley said Britain and Japan had a lot in common.
"We are both cultures that live in a small group of islands," he said. "We share a kind of social repression.
"The stiff upper lip might be shared by a Samurai warrior as well as a Victorian member of Parliament. But underneath that reserve there is enormous passion and intelligence, and often that's expressed in very, very extraordinary ways."
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Just after midnight on Aug. 28, the Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite on the Suomi-NPP satellite captured this nighttime view of Isaac and the cities near the Gulf Coast. The VIIRS "day-night band," detects light in a range of wavelengths from green to near-infrared and uses light intensification to enable the detection of dim signals. In this case, the clouds of Isaac were lit by moonlight.
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Soaring around and around the cranes July 6, 2010
Soaring high above the building was one young red-tailed hawk this evening. What a joy to watch him soar around and around and then finally land on the building.
Too Hot for the juvenile Red-Tailed Hawks July 6, 2010
The juvenile Red-Tailed Hawks were panting and had their wings open trying to cool off. They then took to the woods and were till seen trying to cool down.
Red-Tailed hawks to not drink water - they get all the liquid they need from the food they eat. The blood is their source of liquid.
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A Klipsch iFi 2.1 Speaker system with two reference-grade RSX-3 satellite speakers, 8" subwoofer that goes down to 28Hz, and an iPod dock. This system retailed for $400 and for the quality you get, it's hard to see how Klipsch made a profit. Well, that was until the capacitors went dead, which were cheap chinese things, and this is literally where the only cost-cutting corner was made as far as I can see, but then they were replaced with audiophile-grade capacitors and the rest of the system is built so darn well they could have charged $600 and it'd still be a good value, more or less.
It's one of the best sounding 2.1 PC/Mac and iPod solutions out there, and it can be used with Mac or PC as it has two regular 3.5mm jack inputs as well. Comes with two SANUS stands made for these speakers, speaker wire, and all additional accessories. Looking for $350 on it, but open to offers, and I'll include two extra of the RSX-3 speakers that I got off an eBay auction as well. |
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Brittany is a talented, ambitious young woman. She is about to graduate from Baylor University with a 4.0 GPA, majoring in biology. At the age of 21, she has already authored 3 books.
Brittany tragically lost two young sisters to leukodystrophy and is dedicating her future to the practice of pediatric neurology after her program at Baylor College of Medicine.
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Final groups of Louisiana-based soldiers to return
NEW ORLEANS- The last of the 1,200 Louisiana-based soldiers who've been in Afghanistan since last summer are returning home to Fort Polk in the coming days.
Kimberly Reischling says the 4th Brigade Combat Team soldiers have been returning to the U.S. Army post in west-central Louisiana in groups during recent weeks. She said Thursday that the last of them should be home by the weekend.
The 4th Brigade spent almost nine months advising and helping Afghan soldiers and police in seven provinces north of Kabul, Afghanistan's capital city.
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Subject: | Tea Leoni, the actress married (still?) to David Duchovny, pronounces her name Tee-ah as well |
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Date: | November 16, 2001 at 4:41:19 PM |
Reply to: | My name is Thea (Tee-ah, long e) Never heard of it eh? by Thea Kent |
The name is supposedly Saami for "I wear my hair behind my ears, even tho that style looks like crap".
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Personnel: Ritchie Valens (vocals, guitar); Rene Hall (guitar); Ernie Freeman (piano); Earl Palmer (drums).
Liner Note Authors: Gary Blailock; Bob Keene.
Recording information: Bob Keene's Home Studio, Los Angeles, CA (06/1958-09/1958); Goldstar Studio (06/1958-09/1958); Los Angeles, CA (06/1958-09/1958); Pacoima Jr. High School Auditorium, Los Angeles, CA (06/1958-09/1958); Bob Keene's Home Studio, Los Angeles, CA (12/10/1958); Goldstar Studio (12/10/1958); Los Angeles, CA (12/10/1958); Pacoima Jr. High School Auditorium, Los Angeles, CA (12/10/1958); Bob Keene's Home Studio, Los Angeles, CA (1958); Goldstar Studio (1958); Los Angeles, CA (1958); Pacoima Jr. High School Auditorium, Los Angeles, CA (1958).
Ritchie Valens was only 17 when he died in 1959 in the same plane crash that claimed the lives of Buddy Holly and the Big Bopper, and he had only been working in a recording studio for about seven months when the tragedy occurred; thus, his musical legacy rests on about an album-and-a-half of completed studio material, a poorly recorded high school concert, and a handful of demos and rehearsal tapes. This set combines Ritchie Valens, Valens' first album for Bob Keane's Del-Fi label (essentially the only truly finished work Valens recorded), with his second, Ritchie, which was cobbled together from demos, rehearsal sessions, and other odds and ends, and ended up with an internal coherence that is pretty remarkable given the circumstances. The set then adds in eight additional tracks, mostly solo demos and live tracks, to present a pretty complete look at Valens' woefully short career. Virtually everything is here. ~ Steve Leggett


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ENGR-2614 Electrical Circuit Analysis
Introduction of electrical components (inductors, capacitors, resistors) and electronic components -operational amplifiers and the bipolar junction transistor (Bjt)- in circuit applications. Network time-domain analysis and first and second-order system response. Lecture - 3 hours; Laboratory - 3 hours. This course is normally offered in the spring semester.


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In his erotic retelling of George Bernard Shaw's classic play Pygmalion, master director Radley Metzger transplants the action to 1970's New York, Rome, and Paris. We follow noted sexologist Dr. Seymour Love (Jamie Gillis) as he sets for himself the challenge of transforming a lowly streetwalker named Misty Beethoven (Constance Money) into the world's greatest lover. With the help of his beautiful friend Geraldine (Jacqueline Beudant), Love devises an erotic training program with the goal of seeing Misty crowned "Goldenrod Girl" at famed publisher Lawrence Layman's next wild party.
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Everything about Tegan and Sara seems kind of cute. There's the twin thing, of course, their singing voices, and all the stories they tell at their concerts. There's the fact that they didn't name their band something pretentious; they kept it simple with their first names -- although their last name, Quin, is kind of cute, too, especially in the phrase "the Quin twins." All of this indicates that the Canadian duo would be a saccharine concoction, but this isn't the case. Tegan and Sara got started in the late '90s playing mostly folk-punk, and even if their first release via Neil Young's Vapor imprint is decidedly poppier than the band's previous work, the Canadian duo still puts some teeth into the indie-girl-singer stereotype. The Con builds on 2004's critically acclaimed So Jealous and fulfills much of the twins' potential as songsmiths and the standard bearers for grrrl rock.
The Con, co-produced by Death Cab for Cutie's Chris Walla, is carefully constructed as a full-length listening experience rather than a collection of singles. Its greatest strength is that the songs are arranged to flow into one another; quiet and introspective moments blend seamlessly into the moments of exuberance. The album starts tentatively with the airy piano and spare guitar of "I Was Married" and the carefully syncopated "Relief Next to Me," but it takes off with the third track, which gives the album both its name and its attitude. Though the rest of the album just misses the pitch-perfect mark of "The Con," many of the songs nearly recapture its energy and depth. "Hop a Plane" and "Like O, Like H" pair indie lyrical sensibility with Pat Benatar riffs. "Call It Off" finds its groove by restraining the guitars to maintain the tension throughout. The Con finishes strongly with "Call It Off," where Tegan and Sara play off each other's voices and a deceptively simple guitar riff to end both the album and a relationship.
The only major drawback here is the lyrical familiarity of some of the songs. "Nineteen," "About Ten Years Ago," and "Knife Going In" beat the tired teen-angst horse. There are too many good songs on the album to listen to another one based on a metaphor comparing a break-up to a knife wound. But those are incongruous with the rest of the album and edge Tegan and Sara into that pseudo-creepy, arrested-development area occupied by Good Charlotte. For the most part, The Con is a mostly mature collection of solid songs. The Quin twins could have rested on their cuteness for at least two more albums, but they instead opt for both musical and artistic growth.
Band: http://www.teganandsara.com/
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i just adore this album. love it. own it. did i mention i love it? tegan and sara kick ass...
Knife Going In isn't about a break up. Way to do your homework.
KGI was originally titled "Strange Dream", and was written about the death of Sara's grandmother and the dream she had about being stabbed just after she found out.


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One Quick Handwriting Transcription Challenge Every Day-for the genealogist in you
Thursday, September 15, 2011
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- AnonymousSeptember 17, 2011 at 3:18 AM
Wow !!
8 comments -- 6 or 7 different surnames. No wonder some ancestors are hard to find. - AnonymousSeptember 17, 2011 at 5:41 AM
Herman Sebilsman, which makes no sense. In German, the given name would be spelled Hermann (not Herrman), and Sebilsman I'm sure isn't even close to what this person's actual surname is.
Further confirmation of my theory that the only two prerequisites for being a census taker were: 1) successful completion of a penmanship class taught by a physician; 2) failing a basic spelling test. Bonus points were awarded for being blind in one eye and/or undertaking one's duties whilst suffering from delerium tremens.
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text: James Franco stars as Allen Ginsberg in Robert Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman's biopic that blends traditional narrative storytelling with documentary-style footage and vivid animation to paint a compelling portrait of the famed Beat poet. For many historians, the counterculture was conceived the moment Ginsberg's landmark poem "Howl" was put on trial. On October 7, 1955, the charismatic young poet stunned audiences at San Francisco's Six Gallery with the first-ever public reading of "Howl." Two years later, Ginsberg was standing before fierce prosecutor Ralph McIntosh (David Strathairn) and ultra-conservative judge Clayton Horn (Bob Balaban) to defend his most famous work against accusations of obscenity. In addition to offering a detailed reenactment of that historical trial, Howl also recounts the early life events that molded Ginsberg into one of the most vital and outspoken voices of his generation, and features an animated visualization of the poem created by former Ginsberg collaborator Eric Drooker, and a score by Carter Burwell. Jon Hamm, Jeff Daniels, Mary-Louise Parker, and Alessandro Nivola co-star. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi


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Scott Gomez wins SUV with hole-in-one at own charity tournament
Gomez poses with his prize. (Photo from Jerry Mackie, Anchorage Daily News) |
Scott Gomez has become a punchline in hockey with his massive contract and miniscule production. Winning an SUV with a hole-in-one at his own charity tournament won't help quell the jokes.
That's right, Gomez was playing in a charity tournament he runs in Anchorage, Alaska and wouldn't you know it he aced a hole? The prize was a $50,000 new vehicle which he could purchase by walking into the nearest dealership and busting out the billfold.
Here are the details from the Anchorage Daily News:
The Anchorage hockey star fired a hole-in-one in his own charity golf tournament Thursday to win a new $50,000 SUV.
Gomez, a 32-year-old center for the Montreal Canadiens, aced the No. 6 hole at Eagleglen Golf Course, one of four holes that promised a new car from Continental Motors as a reward for a hole-in-one.
"The guy wins a car at his own tournament. Can you believe it?" said Continental Motors owner Marten Martensen.
Gomez couldn't.
"I'm still in shock," he said.
Well it's about time something went right for Gomez within the game, isn't it? He played just 38 games last season and had two measley goals and nine assists to show for it despite his $7,357,143 cap hit and the expectations that come with.
I'm not going to take this opportunity to make the jokes we're all thinking. Instead I'll leave that to you guys down below.
(And yes, in case you couldn't tell, summer in the NHL is upon us.)
H/t to Backhand Shelf
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I have just been to the Baltimore National Home Show and I was much interested in everything I saw there, including the Armory in which it was held. My first visit to this Armory was when Woodrow Wilson was first nominated for President, and I haven't seen it since. The entire building has been reconditioned and I was told an interesting story in connection with it. It was a PWA job, but relief labor was also used. The PWA people received the prevailing wage rate, the relief people worked for their dole. They got no more than they would have received if they had done no work at all, and they paid carfare to and from the job. One hears so much about people who soldier on the job or who won't work, that now and then it is a great relief to hear of cases like this where men actually would have gained more by remaining idle on relief.
Inside the Armory, a little Maryland house, such as you might see anywhere outside the big cities, has been remodelled in a way which would bring it within the possibilities of a moderate income.
The Federal Housing Administration has their leaflets there showing exactly how much it costs to build a house of this kind and what the monthly payments are. You pay twenty percent down and then pay the remainder over a period of twenty years, which should encourage home owning in this country on a much safer basis than has ever existed before for the average family.
I recognized an exhibit from the Treasury Department showing some of their murals and I was delighted to see so many people there showing interest in homes and the things that go into a home, for after all, home building is one of the big industries now needed in this country.


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Chowing down on Game Day
I'd rather watch the big game from home. Everything about the experience is controlled. I can plan my own tailgating menu. I can pause and rewind to review a play or replay a hilarious commercial.
Most people are like me that way. Last year, 111.3 million people watched the Super Bowl. Of those, more than 65 percent are expected to watch the Super Bowl at home or a friend's house, according Nielsen research released last week.
That said, some people enjoy the buzz of watching sports at bars and restaurants. I came to understand that thrill after catching the final quarter between the Seattle Seahawks and Atlanta Falcons at the ESPN Zone in Anaheim. In that nail biter, Seattle moved ahead only to lose after Atlanta scored a field goal in the final seconds of the NFC divisional playoff game.
It was electrifying to see the action as everyone in the room had their eyes glued to some 30 flatscreen TVs. The roar of the crowd is infectious, which can't be replicated sitting on your Lazy Boy at home. For football die-hards, this is the ultimate way to celebrate the Super Bowl.
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