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Bestseller Karen Hawkins is well known for delighting readers with her humorous historical romances and her engaging social media posts. (That her Facebook posts sometimes include images of swoon-worthy men has absolutely nothing to do with why I follow her, I swear.) I find myself smiling or laughing so often when I read her books that I figured readers who don't already know her would want to get acquainted. I was so glad when she agreed to do an interview for HEA.
MH: Please tell us about the new book.
KH: Mad for the Plaid is a Scottish-set Regency laced with some delicious romantic suspense. Ailsa Mackenzie has been running her father's estate in the wilds of Scotland while he pursues a political career in Edinburgh. When her grandmother's guest, a grand duchess of Oxenburg, is abducted from their property, Ailsa has reason to believe a rival clan is attempting to discredit her family. She plans to diffuse the situation with a quick rescue, but soon finds her carefully laid-out plan complicated by the duchess' grandson, Prince Nikolai of Oxenburg, who has his own ideas of how the rescue should go.
The two struggle for control of their mission, control over each other, and — eventually — control of their own growing feelings.
MH: What are some of your favorite elements of this book?
KH: I love an historically set romantic suspense, and Mad for the Plaid has a lot of intrigue — who abducted the grandmother and why? Someone is following them as they fight their way through the Scottish highland wilderness to save the duchess, but is it a common brigand? Or someone with much more dangerous intentions? Several people have much to gain if either Ailsa or Nik don't return — which of them is the real target?
It's such fun to write an intrigue and sprinkle hints and red herrings throughout the book. I loved it!
MH: Your books are known for how they contain humor. Was this a decision on your part, or did it just emerge when you began writing? Could you tell from the start that this would be part of your voice?
KH: I write humor because I love to read it. My favorite author is Georgette Heyer, and whether she was writing a Regency romance or a mystery, she always humanized her characters and delighted her readers with humor. So when I write, I'm always on the lookout for those grin-worthy moments that enrich the story and allow the reader to connect with different characters.
There are enough sob-worthy moments in real life, as it is, and I really don't want that in my entertainment. Whether I'm reading a book or watching a movie, I want something uplifting, either a chuckle now and then, or a happy sigh with an HEA. And if I can have both? WIN!
MH: Is it ever hard to get your head where it needs to be to write humor? What happens if you wake up feeling grumpy and still have to write?
KH: I come from a family that laughs a lot, so I grew up surrounded by teasing and joking. Here's an example — my family plays a lot of cards. One time, while playing with my family, a question about the rules arose, and my brother Roy suggested we get the rule book and see what it said. We got the book, opened it, and found that he'd added a rule to the list that said, "8. Roy always wins." We let him win because he'd made us laugh. It turns out he'd added that rule two weeks prior and had to wait for the perfect opportunity to spring it on us. That's commitment!
When I write, I think of funny things like that — the joking and teasing. It's what I "hear" mentally, so it's what goes on the page. Of course, there have been times in my life when writing humor was difficult, when I was going through my divorce way back when, and when my sister passed away unexpectedly a few years ago. But laughter is healing, and even though it might temporarily evaporate from my life, it always comes trickling back.
To make sure my books all have some humor in them, and that it's enough, I mark the humorous passages and scenes when I edit, and then flip through to make sure there are enough and that they are balanced. It's work, but I feel it develops a connection between my readers and the characters.
MH: Do you have any tricks of the trade for writers who want to include more humor in their stories?
KH: Whenever I judge contests, the biggest mistake I see is when an author tries too hard to add humor. They will sacrifice pacing, characterization, romantic tension, EVERYTHING in order to get a laugh. Humor is spice and should be used with a judicious hand or it will drown out the flavors of the book, which is the real reason readers are there — if it's romance, then too much humor will smother the relationship arc; if it's a suspense book, then it'll overpower the drama. Humor should be written with a delicate hand, or not at all.
MH: This new book includes suspense and adventure. How did you balance that with humor? Did that present any particular challenges?
KH: Since Mad for the Plaid has a suspenseful premise, the humor is paced in an opposing arc to the suspense. When suspense is high, humor is low, and when suspense is low, then there's room for humor. In fact, before the suspense storyline had ratcheted up, I had a good dose of humor. During the story, I added some here and there, but not too much — our hero and heroine are racing to save the duchess, after all. But later, once the suspense storyline was resolved, I was able to write a good bit of humor during the resolution of the romance, which gave the book a nice, strong ending.
That's not to say you can't write humor into a suspenseful scene. You can, as many people joke when they're uncertain or uneasy or simply afraid, but you have to be careful you don't crush that yummy edge-of-your-seat suspense we all love with an unexpected laugh.
MH: How long does it take you to write a novel? Is there a pattern to how stories develop in your head?
KH: I usually take four to five months to write a novel, although I've lately been a little slower because of various things in my personal life (moving, family changes, etc). I normally think of a character first, and then flesh out their personality, both strengths and weaknesses. It then becomes obvious what sort of a situation would be a challenge for them. I then set about making that situation worse and worse. I find the hero or heroine by asking myself, "Who would complicate this situation, and why?" and then I go from there.
MH: What are your writing environment and routines like? Do you have a daily page count? Do you have pictures of hunks as screen savers for inspiration?
KH: My daily writing goal is to have 10 solid pages before 3 p.m. Sometimes I hit it, and sometimes I don't. I try to keep on target by surrounding myself with coffee, chocolate and pictures of Hugh Jackman. If that doesn't work, then I resort to bribery, like new shoes or dinner out. I can be bought. 😉
MH: What is coming next, after this new release?
KH: Next summer (2017), I have a self-published novel coming out, a rewrite of my YA novel, Catherine and the Pirate, which will now be an adult novel and called A Pirate's Kiss. Then I have a new book with Pocket called Caught by the Scot from my new Made to Marry Series, which comes out in early fall 2017.
MH: Will you share a favorite passage from your new book with our readers?
KH: Absolutely!
When he'd first met Ailsa, he'd thought her merely prickly spirited, unremarkable in all else. The high-waisted gowns that were so in fashion did nothing to reveal her beauty, let alone the fire of her spirit. But dressed in formfitting breeches that clung to the generous curves of her hips and legs, her waist defined by a belt, her full breasts behind the thin muslin of her shirt, and her passion exposed as she valiantly led her men to the rescue, she was transformed from a sharp-tongued dumpling of a woman into a brazen, brave warrior.
She was unique. Unpredictable. Often annoyingly right. And so sensual, she made him ache with wanting.
Unaware he watched, she sat on the fallen log, stretched her legs before her, and leaned back to tilt her face to the sun, her dark blonde braid trailing over her shoulder. The sun highlighted the bright gold in her hair where it mingled with other colors – the dark gold of an antique coin, the lighter brown of a brand-new saddle, a deep brown like the peat of the forest floor. The hues mixed together in a delicious tangle that begged to be touched. Bohzy moj, but he longed to under her strict braid and sink his hands into that rich mass of hair. He'd tilt her face to his and kiss her soft lips until she gasped with the same need that burned through him now.
He found himself standing before her.
She looked at him, caution deepening the gray of her eyes.
He held out his hand. "We should pack, nyet? Come. We will do it together."
After a moment's hesitation, she placed her hand in his.
He pulled her to her feet. As soon as she was standing, he took her place on the fallen log and, in a lightning quick move, tugged her into his lap.
Her eyes widened, her lips parting as he wrapped his arms about her, though she made no move to rise. "There." He kissed her temple, noting that she smelled of lavender and honey. "Finally, you are where you belong."
She was silent a long moment. "That was an ill trick."
"So it was." Nik nuzzled her ear as he whispered, "Say the word and I'll release you."
She didn't move, but said in a low voice, her delightful Scottish accent warming him even more, "I'm thinking aboot it."
"We've been thinking too much, you and I." He traced a kiss from her ear to her neck.
She shivered, whispering, "This is a mistake."
"Nonsense." He nipped at her ear and was rewarded when she leaned against him and shivered.
"We should nae be doing this. I—"
Her gaze flew to his, a mortified look on her face. "I forgot about your injury! Did I lean against your shoulder?"
"Nyet. 'Tis my pride that is wounded. I'm not used to women who argue while I'm kissing them."
Her lips quirked and she slid her arms around his neck. "Perhaps you should kiss them more thoroughly so they cannae argue and—"
He covered her mouth with his and, as she'd instructed, kissed away her ability to argue.
(Copyright: Karen Hawkins, 2016)
You can find Karen on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Madeline Hunter is a USA TODAY and New York Times bestselling author of 28 historical romances. Her most recent release was The Wicked Duke. Visit her website at www.MadelineHunter.com.


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The Chicago Blackhawks made two of their most important signings in recent history this week, locking up captain Jonathan Toews and sharpshooter Patrick Kane for eight years and $84 million each. Both stars were coming into the final year of their respective contracts, and neither was even remotely considered "expendable."
While the two players resigning is great news for the Blackhawks and their fans, there's still some work needing to be done with the current roster. Mainly, even though Toews and Kane's respective cap hits don't take effect until next season, Chicago is currently about $2.216 million over the salary cap. So, essentially, someone's going to have to go before the season kicks off. The question, though, is who exactly will be moved?
Looking at their current cap situation, there appears to be plenty of candidates. There are a handful of players currently signed for just this year (including new member Brad Richards, but it's unlikely he's going anywhere). Of them, there are two that, upon their removal, would immediately put the Blackhawks back under the cap; defensemen Nick Leddy ($2.7 million) and Johnny Oduya ($3.375 million). Would Chicago be willing to part ways with one of these two to quickly fix their cap issues?
There are a few reasons both of these players could be a viable choice to be dealt to make cap room. Leddy is a third-pairing defenseman who doesn't contribute a ton offensively and typically isn't on the ice when opposing teams put out their best lines. Oduya is a little higher on the depth chart, and has had slightly better offensive stats. However, at the age of 32, he might not have a ton left in the tank, at least not as much as the 23-year-old Leddy.
Beyond these two, Chicago also has Michal Rozsival, Marcus Krugar, Peter Regin, David Rundblad and Brandon Saad also on the final year of their deals. Saad is unlikely to be going anywhere, as he made a big leap last season. While the others are likely dispensable, neither has an individual cap hit that would immediately put the Blackhawks under upon its removal.
It all depends on how the team wants to handle the situation. As you can see, they could easily trade Oduya or Leddy for draft incentives and all would be fixed. Or, if they wanted to move a couple of the aforementioned players, this could be done as well. It depends on the opinions the front office has of each of these guys, as well as how many minor league players they feel are ready to come up.
Either way, Chicago can't head into the season with their current cap situation. Money is going to need to be moved, it's just a matter of which route the Blackhawks chose to take.
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MARY ELAINE WELSH, PLAINTIFF-APPELLEE,v.THOMAS E. WELSH, JR., DEFENDANT-APPELLANT.
APPEAL from the Circuit Court of Cook County; the Hon. EDWARD
PLUSDRAK, Judge, presiding.
The issue presented by this divorce litigation is the amount of fees awarded by the court to counsel for plaintiff. Mary Elaine Welsh (plaintiff) obtained a judgment for divorce against Thomas E. Welsh, Jr. (defendant). Prior to that time the parties, represented by their respective counsel, had reached a property settlement agreement including provision for custody and support of their four children.
Defendant has appealed from a separate order, entered after the judgment for divorce, which awarded fees to counsel for plaintiff. In the written property settlement agreement, incorporated into and approved by the judgment for divorce, the husband agreed "that he will pay to the attorneys for the wife, such sum or sums of money as may be agreed upon by and between the parties hereto, or as shall be determined by the chancellor [sic] hearing the cause aforementioned."
No agreement could be reached by the parties concerning the amount of fees. The matter was accordingly submitted to the trial court. After hearing evidence and arguments of counsel, the court entered judgment finding that counsel for the wife had made a reasonable request for fees of $15,000 but, because of the present economic circumstances of the defendant, the amount should be reduced to $10,000 plus costs with credit to defendant for $1500 previously paid. The order provided for payment at the time of entry of judgment of $3500 plus costs of $441 with the balance of $5000 to be paid in five equal monthly installments commencing 30 days after judgment.
The first witness called by plaintiff was a qualified and experienced attorney who principally handles matrimonial cases and who has been a teacher in an accredited law school for many years. At one time he was associated with counsel of record for plaintiff. The expert testified that, in his opinion, the fair and reasonable fee to be allowed counsel for plaintiff would be from $13,500 to $14,500 exclusive of costs. The opinion of the expert was given in response to a lengthy hypothetical question asked by counsel for plaintiff. The question included factual assumptions that plaintiff sought her counsel's advice when she was in a highly emotional state and that the attorney gave her "approximately 18 months of constant counseling." The attorney retained the services of an accountant to examine the books and records of defendant for which the accountant has submitted a bill for $400.
The witness further assumed that both counsel held a pretrial conference with the court for examination and discussion of financial statements. Counsel for plaintiff then prepared a property settlement agreement. On four occasions modified paragraphs for this agreement were sent back and forth between opposing counsel. Eventually an agreement was reached which provided for transfer of the marital home to plaintiff, subject to a mortgage. The home is also pledged to secure a business debt of $150,000 incurred by defendant. The agreement provided for payment of these debts by defendant with the further agreement that they were not to be dischargeable in bankruptcy. Protecting plaintiff from liability for these debts in event that defendant became bankrupt presented a difficult legal problem for which counsel for the wife "made a very astute provision."
It was further assumed that the judgment provided for payment of a lump sum settlement to plaintiff of $150,000. In addition, the agreement provided for payment by defendant of all costs and expenses in connection with education of the children at the college or university level and for him to defray all medical costs required for the minor children and procure insurance to cover these obligations. The expert also assumed from the question that the time sheets kept by the attorney for plaintiff were not complete although the attorney did have a list of letters and documents prepared. As regards time expended by counsel for plaintiff, the expert testified on cross-examination that he had guessed or estimated "in the neighborhood of 150 hours" had to be spent by counsel but he had no idea whether the actual time expended was 50 hours or as much as 300 hours. The fact that the case was heard without contest on the merits of the divorce would not change the opinion of the expert.
In addition, if the expert had been advised that the defendant's business was operating at a loss so that he lacked ability to pay fees, the expert would still adhere to his opinion that the case was worth the amount which he had stated. If the expert were to assume that only two hours were spent by counsel in actual negotiations, his estimate of fees would then be reduced to $10,000. If he were to assume that the property settlement instead of aggregating $300,000, as suggested on direct examination, aggregated $150,000, including child support, he would reduce his fee estimate by an additional $500 or $1000.
Plaintiff testified that she had a small checking account of approximately $300; she owned a small number of shares of stock in four companies, all in joint tenancy with the defendant; she had no assets other than those which she was to receive pursuant to the judgment for divorce and she receives $1000 per month for support of herself and the four children of the parties.
Plaintiff's attorney, who had handled the case personally, testified in narrative form. He has had a long and active practice in matrimonial matters and is associated with a widely known and highly respected firm of attorneys specializing in the same area. This witness testified generally as to the services rendered commencing with his initial contact with plaintiff. No records or notations regarding time were produced and the attorney stated that he did not base his request for fees solely on time. He stated that he had spent a great deal of time in working out the alimony and support arrangements. A particularly difficult problem, in his opinion, was his concern that if the defendant were to become bankrupt, his personal liability upon the debts for which the marital home had been pledged would be terminated and the loss would then fall entirely upon plaintiff. Much legal thought and research on his part resulted in a provision in the executed property settlement agreement to the effect that the obligations of the husband and the rights of the wife were not dischargeable in bankruptcy. The attorney requested a fee allowance of $15,000 (subject to the credit for $1500 previously paid) and expended costs, including fees paid to the accountant in the total amount of $441.
On cross-examination counsel testified that he could not state the total number of hours spent on the case. The emotional problems of plaintiff were a factor which he considered together with aggravation which he necessarily encountered through the course of the proceedings. He further pointed out that he had filed interrogatories for discovery which defendant had answered. Although no depositions were taken, defendant made all financial records available to plaintiff's accountant. The witness could not detail the time spent in connection with negotiation of the settlement except to state that the assumption by defendant's counsel in his cross-examination of plaintiff's expert that this process took approximately two hours was absolutely incorrect. Counsel estimated that the pretrial conference between the attorneys and the trial court took from half an hour to 45 minutes. He also pointed out that the property settlement agreement was sent back and forth between counsel some three or four times until final agreement was reached.
The witness estimated that the total property settlement involved approximately $300,000. The total lump sum settlement, including payments for alimony and child support, comprised $150,000 payable in installments over a five-year period. He testified that after negotiations the parties agreed that plaintiff actually owned a half interest in the marital home and the agreement provided that the portion owned by her husband be transferred to her. The property is encumbered by a $40,000 mortgage and has also been pledged for indebtedness incurred by the husband in the amount of $150,000 which he covenanted to pay. The witness testified that during negotiations he had placed a value upon the marital home of $60,000 and that counsel for defendant had contended that the value was closer to $100,000.
Defendant testified that he is presently the sole owner of two automobile sales agencies. During the past 12 months one of these enterprises suffered a loss in the neighborhood of $60,000. The second agency, acquired by him in May of 1974, has about broken even to the date of his testimony, with perhaps a slight profit. He draws a total net salary of $345 per week which he computed as $1495 per month. He also receives net payments of $350 per month for some buildings in La Grange which he leases out. These properties are also pledged for payment of defendant's business indebtedness. Consequently his total income is $1845 per month subject to monthly installments of $1000 paid to plaintiff. He also pays college tuition for the two older children, approximately $7000 per year, and high school tuition of $600 per year for the two younger children.
The record before us regarding determination of the amount of fees hardly constitutes a model for a legal textbook. The matter was heard without the filing of a petition setting out the services rendered, and without submission of any type of record to reflect the amount of time by counsel. The expert witness called by plaintiff gave his opinion in response to a hypothetical question stated by counsel for plaintiff prior to the time that there was evidence to prove any of the factual elements in the question. This practice has been described as being within the sound discretion of the trial court but it "is not desirable and is strongly to be discouraged." (Gibson v. Healy Bros. & ...
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While sitting at a bar after work Friday night with some friends, the bartender and I somehow got on the subject of children. She told me she has two kids with the same guy (who she likes to refer to as her, "babies' daddy") and she has no desire to marry him. She told me she was too young for marriage (but not for two children). Got a good picture of her yet? Okay, then she said:
"I feel sorry for people who don't have kids"
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Why should I use this technique?
Discoveries can trigger conversation and encourage visitors to slow down and take a closer look. Shifting scale or including a surprise can stop visitors for a moment and prompt them to share their discovery with another family member. Offering a surprise or reward to visitors who actively explore the exhibit encourages closer examination of all that is on display.
Why it works
Doll-houses, dioramas and scale ship models have an intrinsic fascination to many people. Staff members of the Indianapolis Children's Museum, Boston Children's Museum, and the Phoenix Art Museum have told us of the popularity of their miniatures. Visitors often wonder aloud when they contemplate these elements: "Who made this?" & "How did they do it?" Dioramas include an opportunity to provide context to a scene, and often allow visitors to look closely and discover many layers of details.
An unexpected element within an exhibition can grab visitors' attention. In a display about food at sea, visitors lift the lid of each barrel to see what foods sailors ate on board. Inside of one barrel visitors discover a rat eating the food. This surprise element also prompts conversation about how food stored in barrels for months at sea might look, and what else might be eating it. During exit interviews this rat is one of the exhibit elements most frequently mentioned by visitors.
Over thirty years of hosting a scale ship model show where visitors can vote for their favorite model, it is clear that those which include a surprise element (such as a scale pigeon sitting on the seat of a boat, or a small shark swimming by the anchor) garner a high percentage of the votes cast by younger visitors.
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Great bluegrass album has it all.
Posted: Tuesday, November 20, 2012 4:37 pm | Updated: 4:52 pm, Tue Nov 20, 2012.
Wildman Steve
One part whiskey, one part honey, one part lemon makes a pretty effective cough medicine, so says Brett Bass, the lead guitarist of outlaw bluegrass band Grandpa's Cough Medicine.
A stalwart of the Jacksonville music scene for the last four years and hailing from Atlantic Beach, Florida, this trio made up of Bass, Mike Coker on banjo, and Jon Murphy on stand-up bass, GCM has appeared multiple times at Suwannee Springfest and Magnolia Fest, and is constantly playing around its home base, creating a loyal following of fans that love the band's irreverent approach to traditional bluegrass.
Each member is remarkably accomplished at his instrument, but despite that the band is shunned by "traditional" bluegrass players. Maybe it's the way guitarist Brett Bass uses the heavy metal stylings of his youth to take his flatpicking style to a level one could only call speed-metal bluegrass. Maybe it's the way Mike Coker emulates Earl Scruggs' style on the banjo, yet with a frenetic aspect that would thrill any metal-head. Maybe it's Jon Murphy's relentless thump and slap of the bass that leaves no foot motionless. Or maybe it's the fact that these guys avoid the gospel aspects of bluegrass, and the love ballads, exchanging all that smarmy stuff for all the dark aspects: murder songs, songs about corrupt politicians, lots of drinking songs, jealous lovers with chainsaws … you'll hear them all on their sophomore release, "The Murder Chord."
The album has it all, from crooked cops to murdering thieves, and plenty of hot bluegrass pickin'. Randy Kohr's production is clean and devoid of the trappings of Nashville, giving Bass's powerful baritone voice the clarity it deserves while avoiding that annoying tone employed by so many other country singers. Beyond the fact that Bass's flatpicking skills can and should be mentioned in the same sentence as Tony Rice and Larry Keel, the way these guys work together is nothing short of thrilling. Tight harmonies and rhythms complete the perfection of the band's music, and that combined with their fine songwriting skills make Grandpa's Cough Medicine one of the great bluegrass bands of today, despite what the "traditionalists" say.
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THE MURDER CHORD – Reviewed In Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine
This is a project of all-original material from this Florida-based band, and given the rather gruesome theme (and graphics), the music is good, interesting, and enjoyable. The project is a Randy Kohrs production recorded in Nashville with Brett Bass (guitar, resonator guitar), Jon Murphy (bass), and Mike Coker (banjo), with guest Aaron Till (fiddle). These guys are good both instrumentally (with plenty of hot picking) and vocally (with good leads and harmony blends). The song arrangements are enjoyable with their tongue-in-cheek approach to their material. Songs include "Hurtin'," a hangover repentance, "A Boy And His Dog," an ode to his faithful friend, and "Julianne," love gone wrong. "Border Patrol" is a Latin-flavored instrumental where everyone cuts loose including Aaron Till with a fiddle break. Other tunes include "Crooked Cop," "The Girl I Learned To Love," and "The Saddest Song No One Has Even Heard." The two most gruesome tunes are "Bullet For A Thief" and "The Murder Chord," best left to the listener to define. The most pleasant song of the set is "Arizona Sky" which shows the band in a lighter mood. We're sure to be hearing more from Grandpa's Cough Medicine.
Entertaining band story of the day: Before we left our gig in St. Augustine last night, I slammed two beers to make the most of our large comped tab. On the long drive home, I decided to hang my leg and dick out the window to piss. Urine then proceeded to get all over the side of the truck, much of it also ending up on the front of my shirt. When we get home, Banjo Boy gets the hose to rinse off his truck and pulls it a little too hard, ripping the pipe and spigot from the wall. A large geyser of water begins to erupt, us having no idea how to turn it off. I ended up calling my landlord at 3am, to find out where the shut off valve is, and it's right under the pipe that was currently shooting a jet of water ten feet into the air. So I had to go step on the pipe, getting soaked in the process and turn the shut off valve. Now I have no running water in my house and an angry landlord. I still laughed. When you gotta go, you gotta go. – Brett


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Vichy - France
Vichy had been known for its thermal water cures ever since the Romans discovered that the hot mineral waters were effective for health, as well as bathing. Throughout its history, famous people (royals, great artists) contributed to building a legend around its quasi-miraculous springs.
One of this long line of Vichy's famous guests, Madame de Sévigné reported to the court of Louis XIV that the Vichy waters had had a beneficial effect on her complexion and hands, thus starting a trend for beauty treatments that continues to today. The richness of the mineral composition of the waters mean that they have a revitalising and tonic effect, and their anti-inflammatory qualities are also prized for the Laboratoires Vichy dermocosmetic line that is based in the town and part of the world-famous l'Oréal brand .
Victoire and Adélaïde, daughters of King Louis XV came for a cure in Vichy in 1785, followed in 1799 by Laetitia Bonaparte, the mother of Napoléon Ist. However, it was the Emperor Napoléon III who decided to turn what was then a large village into France's greatest spa town, developing elegant villas, hotels and spa from the 1860s onwards.
Throughout the centuries, and even more recently in the 1990s, Vichy has always developed, diversified and modernised. Today the town and the Compagnie de Vichy (formed in 1853 to look after the economic interests of the springs resorts), are recognised for cosmetics, laboratories, bottled water – exported to more than 40 countries, octagonal soda pastilles, and the opulent thermal spa built in 1993, as well as for the healing qualities of the waters and a rich architectural heritage. The Vichy Thermal Spa offers traditional hydrotherapy and drinking cures for digestive, metabolic, rheumatic diseases and allergies, while the new Vichy Spa Hotel and Resort Les Célestins offers guests the latest skincare and beauty techniques, as well as hydrotherapy treatments using the Vichy spring water, in a modern complex overlooking the Napoléon III Park.
Each spring, Vichy celebrates the visits and legacy of the Emperor Napoléon III and the Empress Eugenie, during an historic feast which includes costumed dances in front of his Grand Casino, now an emblem of the city.
Historical background
Thermal History of Vichy
Antiquity: Aquis Calidis, Gallo-Roman city was founded around a passage point upon the River Allier. The discovery of many remains and old documents tend to prove the presence of several baths establishments.
Medieval era: The city was composed of several small villages grouped together around a fortified castle and a monastery: a feudal city on the Allier banks and, at the North-West of the castle, an open defenceless town. Between these two centres, a thermal establishment around the springs, close to the monastery was founded in the 8th or 9th century.
From Renaissance to the 18th century: In the 16th century, the springs came under State ownership. On the occasion of the rediscovery of the beneficial effects of thermal waters (at the beginning of the 17th century), King Henri IV ordered the construction of the Maison du Roy, a first modern baths establishment. The building is heightened by one storey in 1729, and two pavilions with columns are constructed to shelter the springs. Seeing the bad state of building during their course of treatment, the daughters of King Louis XV decided to transform the thermal spa: repairing of an access road, laying-out of an esplanade and construction of a thermal establishment which will quickly proved to be too little.
Urban developments (beginning of 19th century): At the beginning of this century, the thermal city became twice as important as the old fortified town. In 1812, Emperor Napoléon 1st ordered by decree the building of fountains' surroundings and creation of a walk connecting the springs, and thermal baths to the hospital. This construction was accompanied by the development of the springs' quarter to the detriment of the "old Vichy", Napoléon 1st having authorized the demolition of medieval houses which disrupted the expansion of this new quarter. On the request of the daughter of King Louis XVI, the building considered too modest was enlarged, being the subject some years later to an important transformation, with among others the installation of rooms intended for entertainments on the first floor. In 1845, the government architect buit a rotunda connected to the establishment by a gallery which houses concert hall and ballroom.
The big building sites of Napoléon III: Spurred on by the Emperor Napoléon III, Vichy was set to become the "Queen of the Water Cities". A 2nd class baths establishment was constructed close to the thermal baths. In 1856, Napoléon III agreed a great plan of development and improvement to the town: boring of 11 access ways; construction of Emperor's cottages, a city hall, a church, a railway station; laying-out of the Allier Park which follows the river course; erection of a temporary bridge; fresh water conveyance. In 1862, the contractor's manager of Vichy mineral waters developed the bottling and industrializes the manufacture of pastilles and salts. Dreading the nuisances induced by the works, the bathers waited for the building sites ending to flow to the thermal city, whereas the permanent population increased very quickly because of the workers' arrival.
The modernizations (end of 19th century - beginning of 20th century): At the end of the 1880s, the water city had changed into a park-town, where esplanades grew in number. In the Third Republic, the thermal spa was enriched with many buildings intended for leisure, and the city was modernized for bringing comfort: electric lighting, compressed air tramway. New techniques of treatments were proposed by private people, such as natural medicine and spray hammam. The Farmer Company ordered a vast programme for modernizing the thermal quarter: construction of a 1st class thermal establishment, extension of the casino, transformation of the Célestins Spring and the old theatre into gaming rooms and banqueting halls, installation of a metal constructions' set (Trink-Hall, bandstand and a covered wrought-iron gallery). New facilities were built at the beginning of 20th century, in particular the Callou Baths (1933) and Lardy Baths (1937).
Vichy, after the 2nd World War: After the Liberation, Vichy must face up to the advent of social thermalism and decolonization which led to the desertion of its society customers. In years 1960, the municipality responded by focusing the city's development on the sport. Allier Lake was created thanks to the construction of a barrage-bridge (1963). Its area allowed the organisation of national and international competitive water sports. A sports centre was established in 1967. This programme was completed by the modernization of facilities: new air terminal and extension of airport. But, the boost spurred by this visionary mayor will come to nothing... until 1987, when partners joined forces and launched a thermal recovery plan. Its acknowledgement led to the signing of a Plan Contract between the different players "for a renewed thermalism in Vichy". The investments programme realized at the beginning of the 1990s comprised a certain number of architectural renovations (springs hall, Horseshoe's galleries, bandstand, etc.) and realizations, in particular this one of Célestins balneotherapy centre with its four-star hotel. In the framework of this plan, the municipality commited itself to restoring frontages and roofs of Great Casino, Art Nouveau theatre. In partnership with Region Auvergne, the city also set up an aid policy for the restoring to favour traditional hotel business and purchases three disused great hotels which are in danger of demolition. These actions were followed by the improvement and modernization of the shopping and tourist sector (1989-1995) and gradual reconversion of wastelands (1995-2001). A university centre was installed into the Lardy Baths. Since 2007, Allier Lake has been the subject of a global improvement project led by the municipality and Vichy-Val d'Allier urban community. The development of banks groups many actions together, in particular improvement of an esplanade, beaches on the right bank and also creation of the House of Allier River planed close to the present migratory fishes observation post and this one of a great natural urban park on the left bank.
Water sources
Properties of Vichy waters: The mineral springs of Vichy belong to the family of sodic bicarbonated - carbo-gaseous waters, and are rich in trace elements. Six springs are used for the drink course of treatment. They divide into two groups:
The cold springs: "Célestins" Spring which emerges at 22°; "Lucas" Spring which emerges at 27°.
The hot springs: "Hôpital" Spring which emerges at 34°; "Chomel" Spring which emerges at 43.5°; "Grande Grille" Spring which emerges at 39°.
Spa and treatments
Action on biliary tracts: Studies showed that the action of Vichy waters is regulating of the biliary flow, by reducing it when it is excessive, by increasing it when it is insufficient.
Effects on the colon: Sodic bicarbonate waters of Vichy have an antispasmodic effect with regard to the intestine, by slowing down the frequency and reinforcing the intensity of tensing of the smooth intestinal musculature.
Effects on the symptoms of allergy: Vichy thermal water appears as though very beneficial in most cases of food allergies.
Therapeutic indications:
Rheumatology (RH) - Digestive diseases (AD) - Obesity and metabolic diseases.
Thermal treatments:
Drink course of treatment of Vichy thermal water; carbo-gaseous bath; immersion shower in thermal water bath; general shower jet ; immersion shower in thermal pool; shower with continuous spray on back (for RH) or abdomen (for AD); specific Vichy mud application ; movements in the thermal pool; massage under thermal water; general or part exposure of the body to the thermal water steam; thermal water bath added with air; mixed shower (thermal water shower without pressure above the liver + general shower jet); thermal water intestinal instillation for draining intestines and gall-bladder.
Beauty and well-being treatments:
Massages and modellings.
Wraps using specific Vichy Peloid mud.
Showers: original Vichy shower, with 4-hand massage (or 2-hand massage); lipo-draining jet shower; shower bath.
Baths: Vichy thermal water bath with essential oils; whirlpool bath.
Slimming coaching and anti-ageing coaching with following advantages: Access to the Atrium: steam room, saunas, hot tub, fitness and cardio-training room, open herbal tea bar and complementary bottle of "Vichy Célestins" water.
And also:
Vichy Nutritional Centre: Programmes based on the principles of the National Nutrition and Health Programme for losing weight and giving ideas for a better diet : nutritional consultations, conferences, light cookery courses, relaxation therapy and behaviour therapy workshops and follow-up support for 6 months after the treatment.
L'Institut of Vichy Laboratories: unique place in the world (200m²), dedicated to skin health and beauty.
Vichy cosmetics...
Facts and figures
Arrival / Tourist attendance / Medium stay length:
Statistical data concerning only the classified hotels (0 to 4-star)
à Time: from May to September 2008
- Total number of arrivals: 79 700 (Tourist clientele = 77 900 + Spa clientele*= 1 800)
- Total number of nights: 198 000 (Tourist clientele= 166 500 + Spa clientele*= 31 500)
- Medium stay length: 2,5 days
à Time: Year 2008 (from January to December)
- Total number of arrivals: 151 900, of which 6,5 % for the Foreigners
- Total number of nights : 342 700, of which 7 % for the Foreigners
- Medium stay length: 2,2 days, and 2,4 days for the Foreigners
à Time: from May to September 2009
- Total number of arrivals: 80 000 (Tourist clientele = 79 000 + Spa clientele*= 1 000)
- Total number of nights: 186 000 (Tourist clientele = 163 000 + Spa clientele*= 23 000)
- Medium stay length: 2,3 days (all clienteles) / 2 days (tourist clientele)
àTime: Year 2009 (from January to December): figures no passed on.
(* Spa clientele: persons taking the waters + accompanying people)
Source : INSEE / THERMAUVERGNE / SPOT Auvergne
Brief report on the tourist flow in the last five years:
For these data, the Tourist Office of Vichy bases on the following indicators it manages: face to face and phone contacts. After a slack year (2008), it notes the attendances' result is comparable to this one of the year N-2 (2007).
Phone contacts
57 613
4 283
61 896
27 150
51 878
4 887
56 765
29 750
55 862
4 210
60 072
32 059
Source: Tourist Office of Vichy
Other forms of complementary tourism:
- Business tourism, sports tourism, cultural tourism and passing tourism.
Source: Tourist Office of Vichy
Arrivals and attendances of spa tourists:
Thermal Baths' Attendance
Year 2007
Year 2008
Persons paying social security contributions (Dômes and Callou Thermal Baths)
5 905
5 946
Health stays and Wellbeing treatments (Dômes and Célestins Centres)
14 500
16 500
Source: INSEE / THERMAUVERGNE / SPOT Auvergne
Accommodation capacity: number of hotels, total number of beds and hotel classification (stars):
Number of Hotels
Number of Rooms
Accommodation capacity
1 321
Tourism residence
1 783
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In my opinion, there are few things better than a good bloody mary. I started drinking them years ago (chill, they were alcohol-free at the time) when I worked as a hostess for brunch at a restaurant one summer. Unlike the servers or bussers, I was mostly stationed at the front, near the door, which meant I routinely went six hours without eating or drinking much. At best, I could sneak to the end of the bar to have a sip of water or coffee during slow points, but I was constantly hungry. So one day I decided to try out the bloody mary mix that I always watched the bartender make.Not only was it a great way to tide me over until the end of my shift, but I LOVED it. Granted, I love anything with tomatoes (except ketchup, oddly), but I was hooked. I ordered them all the time at restaurants, and even when I would say "virgin mary, please", people would always give me a look before realizing I wasn't trying to drink underage. I only recently started liking vodka in them, so when I saw this recipe on Epicurious last summer, I was determined to put my own twist on it. So when the mixology class I'm in (no, it's not a joke) announced we had to do presentations, I obviously went towards baking with alcohol. I had read in David Lebovitz's The Perfect Scoop that you can add a tablespoon or two to a liter of ice cream or sorbet to prevent it from freezing too hard, so this seemed like the perfect excuse to try that out.And it was SO good. Not to brag, but everyone loved it, and it's definitely become one of my go-to summer recipes.
- I actually used more hot sauce and horseradish than listed below, because I like things on the spicy side. If you do too, consider adding a teaspoon or so more of each- just be careful to taste as you go along, especially if you are making this for a group.
- I was serving this in a very informal setting, but if you were to have this at a dinner party of sorts, I'd recommend serving it with a small stalk of celery and a lemon or lime wedge
- At the end of our class, we all mingle with the drinks we've learned to make that night (I can't believe I get college credit for this either), so I took a couple scoops and added some more vodka and made myself a BLOODY MARY SLUSHIE. Gah, so good.
- If you don't want to use alcohol for whatever reason, this would still be great dry
Blood Mary Sorbet
2 cups tomato juice
Juice of 2 limes (or lemons, if that's your preference)
2 teaspoons Tabasco
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons fresh horseradish
1 teaspoon salt
1-2 teaspoons ground pepper
2 tablespoons vodka or gin
- Blend tomatoes, tomato juice, lime juice and hot sauce with the water in a blender or food processor until smooth.
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve; discard solids.
- Add Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, vodka (if using), salt and pepper. If you're unsure how spicy you want it to be, add the ingredients in increments, tasting as you go along, until you reach your desired levels of flavor and spice.
- Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to an hour.
- Freeze in an ice cream maker, as directed by manufacturer. Store in freezer.


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The reality is that you will grieve forever. You will not 'get over' the loss of a loved one; you will learn to live with it. You will heal and you will rebuild yourself around the loss you have suffered. You will be whole again but you will never be the same. Nor should you be the same, nor would you want to.
Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, On Grief and Grieving
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Interesting, this is giving me something to ponder.
Me too, Pixie. Grief is so complicated, isn't it?
I love it. And it is so true yet so complicated. I watch as others around me are still falling apart or are falling apart at different times. It breaks my heart to see my family so very broken. Auntie your words bring a smile to my face. Even when they are sad sometimes. I love you.
and I love you, beautiful girl. Yes, grief is complicated, and yes, like you, my heart breaks at the brokenness. We have each other to lean on, don't we?


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Allen Fort is the interim superintendent/interim principal of Taliaferro County K-12 schools, a 163-student system in east central Georgia. Fort is the former superintendent of Quitman County Schools. He's also been a school improvement specialist with the state Department of Education and principal of schools across the state.
In his capacity with Quitman Schools in 2012, Fort made a statement to the AJC that I rank in my top 10 educator quotes. In talking about equalization grants and disparities in school funding, Fort compared the school systems to car owners.
"What we have is a Ford Pinto," Fort said. "What Fulton and Cobb have are a Cadillac and Ferrari. What Gwinnett has is a Lamborghini. When their Lamborghini has a flat tire, they get an equalization grant. When our Pinto has a flat, we get nothing."
Today, Fort is not talking about equalization grants or cars. He explains why he supports the Opportunity School District.
The debate over the OSD is vigorous this week with Gov. Nathan Deal speaking about it tonight at Impact Church in East Point. Taking an offensive posture, Deal told the crowd he and the Legislature have given school districts more flexibility and funding than they've ever had "in the history of this state" and they have not used it to improve student learning.
Fort is a bit more nuanced in his endorsement of the OSD.
I am a firm believer in the local city or county governance of the educational system, with the state providing leadership, guidance, and support under a common set of rules. Through my experiences in education around this state, I understand each and every system has its own unique set of circumstances under which it operates, demographically, financially, and politically.
It is a proven fact these systems, with boards and administrators who exhibit common sense in leadership, have a consistent track record of understanding ever-changing educational issues, then addresses those issues with sound processes of examination, analysis and judgement and then governs and leads the system by always keeping the welfare of the child foremost in their decisions made are successful.
Many of the decisions may be controversial, politically charged, or financially burdening, but the future of the child is always the No. 1 priority because these children will grow up one day to be productive citizens, hopefully in that same county and in our state.
However, I need to ask these questions:
•Has your system had two or three superintendents who have served in the last three to five years and then been fired, non-renewed, or has left for another similar position?
•Does your community tend to make decisions based on adult concerns rather than justifying them for the good of the students in the system?
•Do you believe your taxes paid to run your system are mismanaged and ill spent?
•Has your county not gained or even lost population because you have a school system that is unattractive or failing, and has been for some time?
•Has your system been failing for the past decade and have that same bleak outlook for the next decade?
•As a citizen of this state, do you want to see more of your tax money spent on failing schools where local control is abysmal at best?
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then you, as a local community, have lost control of your local system. While a majority of our systems in Georgia are of high-quality, there are several that can answer yes to every question above. Through the years they have proven they cannot and will not govern and operate a school system where the good of the child influences 100 percent of their decisions.
Thus it is time, on behalf of all of the students in these systems, to have the opportunity to receive a high quality education, free from petty politics, soap opera drama, and bitter controversy, which create chaos in local school systems.
While one may have an argument over "state takeover," when you have answered in the affirmative any of the questions above, someone needs to step in, create a fundamentally sound plan tailored to the needs and issues of that system and then set out to provide a world-class education for these boys and girls of this failing system and for the good of this state.
It is time to provide Opportunity for these kids who have no choice in the matter and demand quality education for all our children in Georgia.


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Color My {Summer} World
I can't believe we are already at Week 5 of Summer School! Week 5 is all about color! The pdf. file for subscribers and summer school students is also found on the Summer School page. Here on the blog I thought I would show my take on the challenge of the week! Here is the Color My {Summer} World Sketch that is found in the lesson:
Anyone can play along with this sketch challenge! All you have to do is choose a harmonious color scheme using 1-4 colors interpreting this sketch any way you choose! (You do NOT have to choose the same colors in the sketch) The sketch also includes a paint swatch card as an element which is optional ! (These were included in the Clique into Summer kit but are available wherever house paints are sold :D) We would love to see subscribers play along, but Clique Kits products are NOT required to enter! Upload your project to instagram or to the Clique Kits Facebook page,
#Cliquekits, #Cliqueintosummer during color week July 13-19th. Have fun! We have a prize for one lucky winner!
Here is my challenge page from my summer album in 6 x 8 format. And here it is shown with the other side:
Most people know that red, blue, and yellow are primary colors and form a harmonious triad, and the Good Day Sunshine Collection does most of the work for me. Even though they are primary hues, the colors used in this collection and on my layout are actually "shades." Golden yellow and the tertiary color blue-green mixed with a grey to make a muted shade of teal "change up" the traditional primary color scheme and add interest. It is easy to tell that this is a 4th of July spread, without sticking to traditional red white and blue. By allowing the red to be dominant, the emphasis is still 'patriotic' and energetic because red is a very vibrant color! Since it is a 'warm' color, it is perfect for complementing exciting things like parades and fireworks! How do you think about using color in your layouts?
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Three New Gastronomic Concepts Make A Debut At Hilton Warsaw Hotel & Convention Centre
With three new venues, Hilton Warsaw Hotel & Convention Centre ensures it has it all to satisfy guests' needs and guarantee that the times they spend in Warsaw are a memorable experience.
July 04, 2014
WARSAW, Poland - Hilton Warsaw Hotel & Convention Centre, the first and most luxurious Hilton Hotels & Resorts property in Poland, is now expanding its offerings through the addition of three new and outstanding gastronomic concepts - PIAZZA Lounge & Grill, new Executive Lounge and ILLY Coffee Shop. World-class food and beverage is the hallmark of Hilton Worldwide properties and Hilton Warsaw is no exception. From delectable coffee and pastries to a whole new level of dining and lounge experience, Hilton Warsaw guests and Varsovians are now able to enjoy it all inside the hotel conveniently located in the very city centre, at Grzybowska 63 Street.
With the start of summer season and grill dining on the rise, Hilton Warsaw offers authentic, colorful and tasteful meat and fish summer dishes on a large 120 sq. decked area of the new PIAZZA Lounge & Grill. The new dining concept features grill menu that includes variety of fresh meat and fish, seasonal salads and entrees that will suit any taste. The venue incorporates a grill and bar area as well as extended lounge with comfortable sofas and heating elements enabling customization and adjustable to groups and parties. It is a perfect choice for young and social Warsaw citizens, in-house guests looking for a great outdoor time and most of all grill enthusiasts. Hilton Warsaw invites guests into the dining experience by enabling them to see their meals being cooked, as the Grill menu is prepared by the Chef on the Terrace. High glass walls and spectacular white sails covering the outlet create cozy, relaxing and most of all weatherproof area to ensure well-being of the guests.
For guests staying in Executive Rooms or Suites and looking for a chic and sophisticated place to unwind with a drink, entertain friends or simply contemplate the new Executive Lounge is an excellent spot to experience. Situated over two floors, it offers an exceptional breakfast area and upstairs relaxation lounge, with total capacity of 74 covers. Distinguished interiors of the new Executive Lounge are interspersed with light blue and grey accents creating a classic theme for relaxation and luxurious enjoyment. Soon its guests will also be able to celebrate private terrace area and a little sun-trap while sipping their favorite cocktail between the famous Executive Lounge cocktail hours of 6 and 8 p.m.
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Hilton Warsaw Hotel & Convention Centre is situated only 20-minute drive from the Warsaw Frederic Chopin Airport and within walking distance of city centre, shops, museums and Warsaw's entertainment scene. The hotel features 314 sophisticated guest rooms and suites, equipped with flat-screen TVs and complimentary WiFi access. With 3,000 sq. meters of convention space, the hotel is perfect for meetings and events, organizers of which can select from flexible meeting rooms accommodating up to 2,000 guests for a wide range of events. It features highest class health and fitness facilities at the adjoining Holmes Place Premium Club & Spa including a 25-meter swimming pool, fully equipped fitness center and full-service spa. Hilton Warsaw Hotel and Convention Centre is a perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers.
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The Airport Express
I just wanted to write a quick post on how we are getting music into our gym using a brilliant bit of kit, the airport express.
The airport express is an apple product that allows you to airplay music to a set of powered speakers via a shared network or via the airports own network. It is incredibly simple to set up and after the initial hook up to the school network allows you to stream music from you iPad, iPhone or iPod.
Setting up the airport
This was really simple and was just a case of connecting the device to a computer and selecting the right wireless network. Once you have entered the password the device will remember the network and will join it when it is plugged in. We placed ours high up on the wall so that the students would not be tempted to mess around with it. This made connecting the powered speakers really easy and it work straight way. The thing that really got me interested though is the potential for this device to be mobile. As it can create it's own ad-hoc network, the airport express really just needs a power supply to become you very own mobile sound system. If you are classroom based you probably have powered speakers already, imagine being able to play a podcast or piece of music to your class (assuming you don't already have ATV) as they entered or left.
In my current set up I can now steam music to the gym from anywhere inside the school network even if I am not in there! It can really confuse other teachers!! The other really useful feature of the airport is that it can be used as a wireless printer port. Again in a classroom this could be really useful. But the best feature of the airport is definately it's price. You can currently pick up an older model on eBay for about £20-40.
So whether it could be used in the classroom in the gym or at home, the airport express is definatelly a bit of kit that you want!


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Now that the rush by stores to be open on Thanksgiving has passed, what commercial quirk could be next? Shopping marathons lie just days ahead. Kohl's, for example, announced recently that it plans to stay open for 108 straight hours, starting at 6 a.m. Friday and running through 6 p.m. Dec. 24.
Now that the rush by stores to be open on Thanksgiving has passed, what commercial quirk could be next?
Shopping marathons lie just days ahead.
Kohl�s, for example, announced recently that it plans to stay open for 108 straight hours, starting at 6 a.m. Friday and running through 6 p.m. Dec. 24.
The retailer follows last year�s marathon holiday shopping season finales at Toys R Us, which stayed open for 88 straight hours leading up to Christmas Eve, and Macy�s 48 straight hours.
These retailers and others are expected to announce their own marathon hours as the final rush draws closer.
Extended hours also are likely to become an annual trend, retail analysts say.
�It�s designed to capture a couple types of shoppers,� said Chris Boring, principal at Boulevard Strategies. �The first one is the type of shopper who is almost the exact opposite of Black Friday and Thanksgiving Day shoppers. Typically, it�s a male procrastinator, a last-minute shopper who might need a little more help selecting gifts.
�Another group they may be targeting? People who will draw a paycheck on Dec. 20, and a lot of people who will be getting Christmas bonuses then, too.�
Staying open continuously during the final days before Christmas is, �the brick-and-mortar equivalent of their online competitors who are always on, always available, and usually always on deal,� said Matt Wilson, who follows retail for SBC Advertising.
The move to marathon hours is �an example of stores doing something that online can�t,� said Eric Daniel, creative director at retail design firm Fitch. �At some point, online has to cut off delivery.�
To succeed, retailers will have to do more than just remain open.
�This should be a merchandise-led revolution that shuttles in embargoed product throughout the 108 hours and makes it a great alternative for shoppers,� Wilson said. �Otherwise, it�s just a showroom with grumpier salespeople and expanded hours.�Game drains event
The idea of putting small, independent businesses in the spotlight is good in theory, but the reality has hit a major snag � at least in Buckeye Nation.
Nov. 30 �was one of the worst Saturdays of the year, thanks to one reason: the OSU-Michigan game,� said George Cowmeadow Bauman, owner of the Acorn Bookshop near Grandview Heights. �The store was nearly dead. I asked a nearby bakery how their business had been, and they reported the same lack of business.�
Other local businesses had voiced some concern about the timing of The Game, but they refused to say so publicly, hoping that the publicity for Small Business Saturday might counter the lure of football.
Even that publicity wasn�t much help to folks like Bauman, however.
�It was bad enough when the Buckeye-Wolverine game was the week before Thanksgiving, but moving it to the Saturday after Thanksgiving was a disaster for small businesses,� Bauman said. �Now, I�m a Buckeyes fan, but if our experience was reflected in other small shops in central Ohio, then the loss of income � and sales-tax revenue � was substantial.�Online sales boom
With the widespread availability of laptops, tablets and smartphones, e-commerce was supposedly no longer limited to the first Monday after Thanksgiving � the day dubbed Cyber Monday in 2005.
But a good marketing idea rarely goes away that easily.
�Any notion that Cyber Monday is declining in importance appears to be completely unfounded,� said comScore chairman Gian Fulgoni. Strong growth this year of 18 percent over last year resulted in �yet another record for online spending in a single day,� he said.
So Cyber Monday continues to get plenty of hype and, as a result, continues to be the most important day of the online holiday shopping season.Bargains aplenty
At retailer after retailer, the message has been the same: Discounts aren�t limited to the beginning or end of the holiday shopping season.
�I continue to say we don�t see an end to the promotional environment,� said Express CEO Michael Weiss during the Columbus-based fashion retailer�s recent third-quarter report. �That�s the reality and we have to deal with it.
�We have to figure that out. We had been planning for a promotional holiday season but we now expect the intensity of those promotions to reach heightened levels.�
That�s especially significant for such clothing retailers as Express. According to the National Retail Federation�s latest research, clothing and accessories stores� sales decreased
0.2 percent in November while electronics and appliance stores� sales increased 1.1 percent.
Since those numbers include Black Friday � and sales for most retailers have slowed down in the weeks after that big day � the pressure will be on for clothing retailers to get business on track during the final days of the shopping season.
While that is troubling news for retailers, it means that shoppers have had the luxury of seeing widespread sales all during this holiday season.A thrifty generation
Millennials � those born between the early 1980s and the early 2000s � are a hotly pursued consumer segment, but they are thrifty, and that seems to be a big factor in the trend toward more price-cutting.
In fact, the young folk will spend less this year � $601 on average � on gifts, decor, cards, food and flowers than any other generation, according to the folks at Worthington-based Prosper Insights and Analytics. Top spenders will be Gen X-ers, at $847, followed by baby boomers at $738. Even the fixed-income retirees will spend more than the kids, at $688.
So, any retailer specifically targeting the younger consumer is feeling squeezed and will be unable to cut back on discounts.The perfect gift
For the seventh straight year, gift cards are the most-requested gift and, as a result, sales of the cards are expected to reach an all-time high, according to the National Retail Federation.
The federation is predicting an average of $163.16 spent per person this year, for a total of $29.8 billion.
Small wonder: Buyers don�t have to worry about wrapping or shipping packages, they don�t have to worry about getting the right size or color of an item and they can buy a gift at the very last minute and send virtual cards to recipients� email or social media accounts.


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