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We've all read the stories and seen the images of the passengers and crew on board US Airways flight 1549 that fateful day when the Airbus A320 ditched in the Hudson River after hitting a flock of birds. Now it's happened again with a smaller passenger aircraft off the shores of Hawaii. Sadly, not everyone survived.
A survivor's amazing story
A Makani Kai Air flight, flown by a Cessna Grand Caravan to Honolulu from Kalaupapa, Molokai ditched into the ocean on December 11, 2013. Loretta Fuddy was one of the passengers. Though her name might not sound familiar you've heard about her — she's the Hawaiian health official who approved the release of President Obama's birth certificate. She was the only passenger that didn't survive.
Ferdinand Puentes was one of the survivors. He had been working on Kalaupapa and was flying back to Honolulu. For him, this was routine. He had taken this flight many times prior to December 11th. On that day, though, he turned on his Go-Pro camera to film take-off, having earlier filmed a landing. Instead, his camera captured the harrowing accident from start to finish.
Ferdinand has allowed us to publish his photographs along with his account of what happened on board:
We were taking off and about 2 minutes into the flight with a slight left turn and gradual climb to reach our destine altitude of 6,000ft. there was a loud pop/bang noise from our single engine plane. Then, silence befell on us all with realization of what's about to happen.
We're in shock.
The plane was still in in-flight and banking left, the pilot then steered the plane towards land and leveled the plane steady. There were no screams and no one panicked. It was surreal, as if a slow motion spell was on me as I switched my views from watching the pilots effort to glide the plane, to the passengers & then view of the ocean that is ascending closer through the viewport of the plane very quickly.It took about 30 seconds from an altitude (in my opinion) of approximately 1,000-1,500ft to impact into the ocean. I was fumbling trying to get the life jacket out of the sealed bag and donning it. There were too many things to worry about that your heart and your soul can't keep up to match the pace of your own thinking at that moment. As I was ready to step out I looked into the cabin of the plane one last time if everyone is alright and egress the plane. The look of shock has instill them all. As I stepped out into the ocean, I noticed how strong the energy of the current and swells of the ocean is. One of the key factors that made me calm in the ocean is that I am very comfortable within the oceans caress. I am a spear fisherman since my youth, so I swam up to and held on to the wing of the plane.
As I wait at the end of the wing of the plane, I watched a pair of the passengers proceed towards me.
One of them asked me to assist her with her life vest, so I did. As I helped her with the vest around her collar I've notice I was sinking. I haven't inflated my life vest, I'm trying desperately to stay afloat but it was very difficult to do with steel toe boots, heavy denim jeans and long sleeve work clothes. I couldn't continue to wrap the strap of the vest around her as I was in my own predicament trying to get situated myself. I also didn't have mine on properly.
All of the passengers including the pilot has exited the plane. I pulled one of the cord to auto inflate the first chamber of my vest so I could stay afloat. Realizing that I couldn't stay buoyant still, the pilot who was floating with a seat cushion handed his flotation device to me.
Another shocking moment came to me as I've noticed how much blood was covering his face. He had given instructions to stay together and not to hold on to the plane, just to be safe so it doesn't sink with people holding on.Within a minute of releasing the plane, the current of the ocean has drifted us away from the crash site.
We were about half mile out from land. In my thought process I told myself "I can make that swim". So, I said I'm going to try and head towards the shore. Another person was about to do the same trek to shore. Thats when we broke away from the group to make it to shore. I was constantly mumbling to myself that "I swam farther than this before, I can make it!"
Within ten minutes or so since impact, there was a plane that came into view and made itself known to us. That was a defining moment in that time, that hope has befell upon us. There was a overwhelming joy within me that someone knew we were in danger and could call for a rescue.
My attempt to swim to shore was very exhausting, my laces on one my boots were becoming undone and were about to slip off. I wanted to take my clothing off down to my board shorts so I could swim better. But with the water being cold and the surge of the waves slamming onto the reef, I decided not to. I didn't want to have hyperthermia or tumbling on the sharp rocky shoreline.
Just as I was resting by my lonesome, here comes a Humpback whale breaking the waterline near me to breathe about 50ft or so. I screamed loudly mistakingly thinking I was going to be just like a seal being launched up from a Great White Shark or something. But at that brief moment as the whale peered at me with its eye and I gazed back at his knowing that there is some type of intelligence and understanding it held, that it felt as it pierced my soul.
It was a ephemeral swim together. As I settled from that whale experience I just floated there for a while, thinking of all my children, family & friends. I prayed that I wanted to hold them one last time. I just wanted to cry, thinking for the worst that was going to happen. Doubt has snuck into me. A long moment has pass… the plane has been constantly flying over us still continue to assure us there is hope. Next came a helicopter hovering over the group which was at that time appears to be about 2 miles away from where I am.As both the plane and the helicopter flying over us I continued again to swim to shore. I was around 50 yards away from shore, but the energy of the wave hitting the rocky cliff created a backwash which made it very difficult to get to shore. On shore there was a guy trying to direct me to a safer place to get on shore, to a place where the surf wasn't as rough. I attempted to swim in the direction he commanded but the surge has broken my will.In my exhausted state, I noticed there was two more helicopter and the Coast Guard C-130 that were in the sky also. It made my hope and adrenaline start back up again. I watched the smaller helicopter with a cargo net type basket with a rescue swimmer in it plucking people out of the group that is far away from me. When it had returned and veered to my location I was in joy but yet exhausted mentally and physically. I almost didn't have the strength to grab on to the rescue swimmer that guided me into the basket.When we were up dangling in the basket, it gave me a view to see the smoke signals that were the spot of the group. They were far, far away. As soon as I landed and gotten out of the basket, a paramedic came and guided me into the chair within the airport. I was shivering and it hurts. It looks as if the whole community were there to help. I got covered in blankets immediately before I've taken a seat. I took off my clothes till my board short were left so I could become dry faster and heat up quicker also.As I was being treated, I looked for the other survivors an asked if they're okay, but I didn't asked out loud in speaking. I asked with just a look and was answered and confirmed with their expression. We survived!The adrenaline in me starts to ease down, the pain and throbbing on my neck, shoulder and back is coming on fast. Every shiver from being cold is hurting. I've complained about it earlier and came with a neck brace and a board to strap me down so I don't rotate my neck or spine.Just to be safe. I was loaded into the helicopter headed to Honolulu. That ride was rough in the beginning, my neck, shoulders and back was hurting from the vibrations of the helicopter. As the time went by the vibration of it soon felt like a massage. So we arrived at the airport in Honolulu waiting to be transferred to the ambulance and headed to Queens Hospital.
Thankfully, after the tests at the hospital were completed Mr. Puentes was cleared of any neck or spine injuries.
It's unimaginable what one would do in a situation like this. Because of its size, this particular aircraft is not required to have flight attendants on board. Flight attendants are trained in emergency procedures and would impart instructions before and during the evacuation. The pilots on this aircraft did a stellar job getting this aircraft into the water as intact as possible, notifying the passengers of the location of their life vests and getting them evacuated from the aircraft.
We would like to thank Mr. Puentes for sharing his story and incredible photos.


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We are currently looking for a .NET Developer for a HR Connect project with one of our clients in Zurich. The project is about the implementation of a new HR business solution powered by the cloud-based technology of Workday and is about to enter the deliver phase of the implementation with further functionalities, enhancements and clean-up.
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- Ensure a proper daily delivery of HR data to several stakeholders within the bank
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- Extensive experience of working with .NET
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If what upsets you is the murder of an innocent human being, then you cannot advocate a reaction that would lead to the murder of innocent human beings. Bombing campaigns are the single most effective means of killing innocent people. Shrapnel is indiscriminate and imprecise, and any means of making a bombing campaign more effective at killing terrorists necessarily makes the campaign more effective at killing innocents as well.
To put it bluntly, this will simply be a case of one terrorist organization – ISIS – taking the life of a single innocent person, and as a response, another terrorist organization – the United States government – will take the lives of possibly thousands of innocent people. This is not justice; this is "my gang is bigger and badder than your gang."
You either must acknowledge that if we take action that costs the lives of innocent people in other countries, we are at least no better than ISIS (except we are the more civilized killers ..), or you should acknowledge that absolute annihilation of every person within a certain geographic region is a justified cost to prevent the deaths of even a single American citizen.
We have to stop killing. That burden is on us. Because we are more civilized, by most people's standards – and most importantly, by the standards of the people who are advocating genocide , we are the more civilized people. But if we commit genocide in reaction to murder, then we are certainly not the more civilized people.
.. The answer is to cease the killing, and to cease the funding of people who will help with the killing.
Terrorism will not dissolve over night if we do. The dangerous organizations and third-world despots will not fall out of power just because we pull out. But if we continue the same policies that we've pursued in the past (and you can rest assured that we will), we will see a continuation of the same pattern that has created this cycle.
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Immigration hard-liners to lead Judiciary?
Immigration reform would not only be dead in a Republican House; the policy debate would take a decidedly rightward turn in the House Judiciary Committee, which could become a hotbed of conservative activism on one of the most volatile issues in U.S. politics.
Chairman-in-waiting Lamar Smith (R-Texas) has been an advocate of national Arizona-type immigration laws, implementing a mandatory verification program and revisiting the birthright citizenship guaranteed by the 14th Amendment. Smith's wingman on the Judiciary Committee would be Rep. Steve King (R-Iowa), one of the fiercest critics of illegal immigration, who would chair the immigration subcommittee.
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Smith has been on the leading edge of conservative immigration policy since the mid-1990s, but he would have a much larger megaphone as chairman of Judiciary, even if his ideas never get a vote on the floor, because GOP leaders might hesitate to open the chamber to a full-blown immigration debate.
Reform advocates, frustrated by the inability of a Democratic Congress to push serious immigration reform, worry that the debate in the House may swing the opposite way.
Smith is "less interested in getting in the spotlight and more interested in driving immigrants out of the country," said Frank Sharry, executive director of America's Voice, a group that supports a path to citizenship for 12 million illegal immigrants. "That's why I am not looking forward to Mr. Smith coming to Washington."
Through a spokeswoman, Smith declined to comment on his plans if he becomes chairman, because it would be premature before Election Day.
"They could really keep the debate alive, and they can really be very active in raising all sorts of questions that continue to — in the public mind — make immigration look as if it is just undoable and the government is never going to manage it," said Doris Meissner, who was head of the Immigration and Naturalization Service under President Bill Clinton, while Smith was chairman of the immigration subcommittee. Meissner appeared before the committee to defend her leadership eight times in four years.
Conservative immigration groups believe even if Smith is stymied legislatively, his panel could become a national platform for the illegal immigration crackdown movement.
"There's going to be a constant push on why the [Obama] administration hasn't been more aggressive," said Roy Beck, executive director of Numbers USA, a conservative group that advocates reducing the inflow of immigrants. "He's not very happy with enforcement. He knows the law. And he will pin [the Department of Homeland Security] down every place he believes they are not enforcing the law that Congress has enacted.
"He does not have to depend on the Senate for that. He doesn't have to depend on John Boehner," Beck said.
Smith is not a newcomer to the immigration fight. Capitalizing on Republican enthusiasm in 1994, Smith was the driving force behind one of the most sweeping immigration laws on the books: the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996. The law created the label "unlawfully present" to define undocumented immigrants and expanded the number of illegal immigrants who could be deported. That law also created a precursor of this year's controversial Arizona law, the so-called 287(g) program, which the Obama administration has not heavily promoted.


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Bodies of Work: Contemporary Figurative Painting
by Lauren P. Della Monica
by Lauren P. Della Monica
Human forms can be intensely intimate or broadly universal. Here, figurative artists use the human form as a tool to express varied content and contemporary issues.
These paintings depict our feelings and sentiments, our sense of belonging to a larger community in the contemporary world, while capturing the impulses behind the range of figuration presented by today's contemporary international artists.
Portraitist Marlene Dumas presents figures in a gritty, unsentimental manner, evoking the essence of the human condition, while Kerry James Marshall paints the life of African-Americans in the twentieth-century, employing recent historical review to document the social challenges. British artist Jenny Saville paints the figure in massive scale, combined with an overt, never-ending interest in the pure rendering of human flesh.
Hope Gangloff paints her figures as characters, intimate friends, and acquaintances, narrating a drama from their canvases. An important resource for those interested in contemporary figurative painting.
I like realistic paintings and drawings and when I've seen "Bodies of Work", I was curious to know more about nowadays figurative art.
Through the different artists and sensibilities, I was amazed at the details of the portraits and their originality. You can feel the emotions coming from the subject who is posing, like he/she was completely naked in front of you.
For some models, it's literally true and the way the artist see the nudity is also interesting to look at.
The second part is about social art. A section probably more conceptual, more darker for some artists who use their brushes to make engaged art. A great way of expressing your opinions, your views through images.
An interesting art book where I've discovered a lot of great artists and their amazing work.
About the author
Lauren Pheeney Della Monica is a New York-based art consultant specializing in advising private clients on building collections of fine art. She writes about contemporary art, American art, and art collecting.
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1st Tuesday each month -- AARC General Meeting, 7:00pm-9:00pm. Location is usually Applied Research Lab, 10000 Burnet Road, Austin TX. Meetings are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Please check the Latest News and event info below for any changes to the meeting time or location.
AARC Officers Meeting - generally 1 hour before the general meeting (6:00pm). Contact an officer for details.
2nd Tuesday -- ARES Planning Committee Meeting. 7:00pm. Location: Seton NW Hospital, Conference room D
2nd Wednesday -- Digital Wednesday. HSMM/BroadBand Hamnet and ARES Packet setup lab. 7:00pm. Location: CATRAC Administrative Offices, 4100 Ed Bluestein Blvd (at Technicenter Dr), Austin TX 78721. Purpose: Hands-on training and help with all things digital/RF, including Packet, APRS, BroadBand Hamnet mesh, WinLink, etc. To set deviation on packet/APRS, please make prior arrangements with NG5V [[at]] arrl.net -- Note: This is a secure facility. Talk-in is on 146.94 (107.2) to contact someone to let you in the door!
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|Applied Materials Delivers Solid Third Quarter Results
SANTA CLARA, Calif., August 15, 2012 - Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT), the global leader in manufacturing solutions for the semiconductor, display and solar industries, today reported results for its third quarter of fiscal 2012 ended July 29, 2012.
Applied generated orders of $1.80 billion and net sales of $2.34 billion. Non-GAAP operating income was $431 million, and non-GAAP net income was $300 million or 24 cents per share. GAAP operating income was $322 million, and GAAP net income was $218 million or 17 cents per share.
"We delivered solid financial performance in line with our outlook despite challenging industry conditions in semiconductor, display and solar," said Mike Splinter, chairman and CEO. " Economic uncertainty is weighing on top of a seasonal pullback to produce weaker near-term demand."
"Applied generated strong operating cash flow and ramped the return of cash to shareholders, buying back 3.6 percent of shares outstanding in the quarter," said George Davis, executive vice president and CFO. "In a difficult environment, we are controlling spending while ensuring we prioritize investment in key areas to support future growth. "
Quarterly Results Summary
Third quarter results included $44 million of restructuring and asset impairment charges, consisting primarily of costs associated with the EES restructuring plan announced on May 10, 2012. The plan also resulted in inventory-related charges of approximately $13 million that lowered gross margin by approximately half a percentage point and earnings per share by $0.01 on both a GAAP and non-GAAP basis.
During the quarter, Varian generated orders of $241 million and net sales of $294 million which were reported within the Silicon Systems Group (SSG) and Applied Global Services (AGS) segments. The business contributed approximately $0.04 to the company's non-GAAP EPS, which excluded acquisition-related charges equivalent to approximately $0.03 per share.
Applied's non-GAAP results exclude the impact of the following, where applicable: certain discrete tax items, restructuring and asset impairment charges and any associated adjustments related to restructuring actions, certain acquisition-related costs, investment impairments, and gain or loss on sale of facilities. A reconciliation of the GAAP and non-GAAP results is provided in the financial statements included in this release. See also "Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" below.
Third Quarter Reportable Segment Results and Comparisons to the Second Quarter
Silicon Systems Group (SSG) orders were $1.17 billion, down 41 percent, primarily due to lower demand from foundry and logic customers. Net sales were $1.55 billion, down 13 percent. Non-GAAP operating income decreased to $482 million or 31.2 percent of net sales. GAAP operating income decreased to $427 million or 27.6 percent of net sales. New order composition was: foundry 58 percent, flash 19 percent, logic and other 13 percent, and DRAM 10 percent.
Applied Global Services (AGS) orders were $531 million, down 18 percent from the prior quarter which benefited from a thin film production line order. Net sales were $579 million, up 5 percent. Non-GAAP operating income increased to $135 million or 23.3 percent of net sales. GAAP operating income increased to $122 million or 21.1 percent of net sales.
Display orders were $67 million, down 20 percent. Net sales were $142 million, up 6 percent. Non-GAAP operating income increased to $12 million or 8.5 percent of net sales. GAAP operating income increased to $10 million or 7 percent of net sales.
Energy and Environmental Solutions (EES) orders were $35 million, down 44 percent. Net sales were $77 million, down 3 percent. EES had a non-GAAP operating loss of $64 million and a GAAP operating loss of $102 million.
Additional Quarterly Financial Information and Comparisons to the Second Quarter
Business Outlook
For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012, Applied expects net sales to be 25 percent to 40 percent lower sequentially. The company expects non-GAAP EPS to be in the range of $0.00 to $0.06. The non-GAAP EPS outlook excludes known charges related to completed acquisitions of approximately $0.05 per share but does not exclude other non-GAAP adjustments that may arise subsequent to this release.
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Management uses non-GAAP results to evaluate the company's operating and financial performance in light of business objectives and for planning purposes. These measures are not in accordance with GAAP and may differ from non-GAAP methods of accounting and reporting used by other companies. Applied believes these measures enhance investors' ability to review the company's business from the same perspective as the company's management and facilitate comparisons of this period's results with prior periods. The presentation of this additional information should not be considered a substitute for results prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Webcast Information
Applied Materials will discuss these results during an earnings call that begins at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time today. A live webcast will be available at www.appliedmaterials.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding Applied's performance, industry and economic outlooks, spending, investment, growth strategies, and business outlooks for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012. Forward-looking statements may contain words such as "expect," "believe," "may," "can," "should," "will," "anticipate" or similar expressions, and include the assumptions that underlie such statements. These statements are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements, including but not limited to: the level of demand for Applied's products, which is subject to many factors, including uncertain global economic and industry conditions, business and consumer spending, demand for electronic products and semiconductors, government renewable energy policies and incentives, and customers' utilization rates and new technology and capacity requirements; variability of operating expenses and results among the company's segments caused by differing conditions in the served markets; the concentrated nature of Applied's customer base; Applied's ability to (i) develop, deliver and support a broad range of products, expand its markets and develop new markets, (ii) timely align its cost structure with business conditions and achieve targeted efficiencies from cost-reduction activities, (iii) plan and manage its resources and production capability, (iv) integrate Varian's operations, product lines, technology and employees and realize synergies, (v) obtain and protect intellectual property rights in key technologies, (vi) attract, motivate and retain key employees, and (vii) accurately forecast future results, which depends on multiple assumptions related to, without limitation, market conditions, customer requirements and business needs; and other risks described in Applied's SEC filings. All forward-looking statements are based on management's estimates, projections and assumptions as of the date hereof. The company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.
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Applied Materials, Inc. (Nasdaq:AMAT) is the global leader in providing innovative equipment, services and software to enable the manufacture of advanced semiconductor, flat panel display and solar photovoltaic products. Our technologies help make innovations like smartphones, flat screen TVs and solar panels more affordable and accessible to consumers and businesses around the world. At Applied Materials, we turn today's innovations into the industries of tomorrow. Learn more at www.appliedmaterials.com.
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According to a recent market research report published by Transparency Market Research, the global microbial biosurfactants market is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 4% during the period between 2014 and 2020. The report, titled "Microbial Biosurfactants Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2014 - 2020," projects the global microbial biosurfactants market to be worth US$17.1 mn by 2020. The overall market stood at a valuation of US$12.7 mn in 2012.
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The report points out that the growing consumer awareness about the usage of biobased cleaning products has propelled the growth of the global microbial biosurfactants market. Favorable regulatory outlook in developed countries has further augmented the growth of the market. However, the high production cost of microbial biosurfactants as compared to that of plant-derived and synthetic surfactants will restrain the overall market during the forecast period. The global microbial biosurfactants market has a huge opportunity to grow with the increasing demand for microbial biosurfactants in the environmental sector.
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On the basis of application, the global microbial biosurfactants market has been segmented into industrial and institutional cleaners, personal care, agricultural chemicals, household detergents, oilfield chemicals, food processing, textiles, and others. The demand from the household detergents segment was the highest in 2012, with consumers shifting from synthetic chemical-based products to biobased products.
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North America emerged as the second largest market and is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 5.6% during the period between 2014 and 2020. Increasing consumer awareness about biobased products will propel the growth of the market across Asia Pacific. High prices of products have restricted the growth of the microbial biosurfactants market in Rest of the World.
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This is the one of the few Christmas themed stories that I read this year. I even hung on it to a little longer than usual as I wanted to read it in the month of December – you know for that 'mood' feeling. The blurb sounded perfect for the right amount of Christmas cheer and unrequited love and least I forget, there's that part about either the hero or heroine having a child while they're apart. I liked this enough from Janice Kay Johnson, a new to me author, but there we some things missing for me and the heroine wasn't exactly likable for about the first ¾ of the story.
Olivia Bowen is back in her hometown following her father's illness and subsequent death. She's living with her mother and running the family owned hardware/home improvement store. Years earlier, after Ben Novik went to college, he did what most guys do: he broke up his high school girlfriend, Olivia. Living their separate lives, they're both back in town – Ben as the principal of the local high school and Olivia, because of her father's illness. Ben also brought something extra, his teenaged son.
When I read the introduction, Johnson had an interesting premise to why she wrote the story that that piqued my interest even more than the blurb did. It's about the after effects of a particular incident. While you might think of the incident as something common, this time it's not. A young girl freezes to death in a town. She's unknown to anyone in the area. She has no identification on her. After putting out the appropriate notice, the town people decide pay for the burial of the young girl including a lovely headstone for the marker. The open ended question is – how will the individuals in the town react after all is said and done? Who's to say who had an opportunity to help but chose not to? Pretty neat thing to explore, right?
There was a lot about Olivia that I wanted to know about. I wanted to know more about the time span between when she left college and before she came back to her home town. If I knew more about that time, maybe I would have liked her a bit more. There was just something about her that made her seem cold almost callous to her mother. The more I read, the more I got the feeling that Olivia's relationship with her mother was always standoffish, mainly because of her being a daddy's girl.
But back to the romance. Olivia has no interest in romance and certainly not with Ben. But the walls are starting to close on finding out what secrets her dead father held, her mother's clear lack of hope in dealing with change, and her own grief. As Olivia's relationship with her mother becomes more strained, her relationship with Ben takes on some changes that will ultimately lead to quite an explosion of high strung emotions.
I liked Ben much more than I liked Olivia. There was more substance and well-roundedness to his character. I got a pretty good idea about his life post college and before coming back home; a lot of that was explained because of his relationship with his son. And the relationship between those two was fun to read. So much teenage male testosterone, angst, and all things that make all teenage boys think they're 10 feet tall and bulletproof. Fun stuff.
It really wasn't until Ben and Olivia actually got together that I started liking her. I was surprised about their bedroom scenes, as they were much more than I expected. Watching Olivia soften and become a more understanding person, I was appreciative that she actually started seeing her mother as a woman ; one of those redeeming things that brought me around on Olivia (but not until too late). Ben and his son saved this for me.
Happy Reading folks!
Rating: B
*ARC provided by Harlequin via NetGalley for review
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One Frosty Night
by Janice Kay Johnson
Release Date: November 1, 2014
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WARNING, story information is now being released, beware of Spoilers. OP's wont contain game spoilers though posts in this forum might.
Thanks to Sorceror12 for loaning his post out.
A thread to host all new info on Xenoblade, especially with all the new info coming out. Now may be the time to spend a few months living under a rock to await a un-previewed or spoiled release. May want to come out to find a western release date first.
Includes OP's and other information back to the last trailer.
OP will be updated whenever new info is released.
Official websight: http://xenobladex.jp/
Official twitter: https://twitter.com/XenobladeJP
Reaching limits of quotes and images, so some information may be removed as we get more updates.
game cover:
Video of the treehouse direct. The video starts at the 33min mark.
Okay, now things are coming together.
file size looks to be 22.7 GB
Not 100% confirmed but people are saying in the eshop description it says
The pre-load for the game which went live in Japan a short time ago confirms the following details:
- Single Player RPG
- 4 Players Online Quests
- 32 Players Indirect Online (For Information exchange and item trading)
#XenobladeX supports GamePad, #WiiU Pro Controller, USB keyboard. Miiverse support. Off-TV play. 720p. pic.twitter.com/doXkkkLoxj
This info of course has been translated... so I hope it is true.
Famitsu has a major feature on Xenoblade Chronicles X in this week's issue. In addition to a new preview, the magazine shared an interview with director Tetsuya Takahashi.
One of the things Famitsu brings up is how Takahashi called the original Xenoblade "an orthodox RPG", even though the field was huge and there were a number of different challenges. Takahashi says in response that the story of the original Xenoblade Chronicles "was one big thread so I think it was a linear game." But in Xenoblade Chronicles X, "the story progresses in various directions as you finish quests which you get from different places."
Famitsu next brings up the topic of loading. Takahashi confirms that players will be able to cross the huge world from one end to another without having to load data… for the most part anyway.
He said:
Moving on the field is completely seamless. However, loading occurs in cases like event scenarios. I recommend playing the downloadable version so you don't have to worry about loading from the disk. Of course, the disk version is also tuned as much as possible to reduce the loading time. We are consulting Nintendo as to whether or not the main data can be read from the console.
Another topic discussed in Famitsu's interview is the size of the game's party, which is four. Takahashi explains why this number was chosen:
Considering combinations of classes and builds, the party of four was well balanced. In battle, you control one character from those four and the other three are left for AI. Similar to the previous game, you can also select which character to control. In a pinch, AI characters also shout encouragements according to their personality. Voice actors were asked to record unreasonably many lines, so the battles turned out to be lively like in the previous game.
Something Xenoblade fans have been interested in is the prospect of online functionality. However, Takahashi is quick to point out that Xenoblade Chronicles X "isn't an online game where you are firmly connected to other players." Monolith Soft took the concept of a "loosely connected online game". Takahashi says: "After all, the game brings out collectively without players noticing other people, so the playstyle of an online RPG wasn't used as a base."
Finally, let's talk a bit about Xenoblade Chronicles X's music. Famitsu points out that Hiroyuki Sawano hasn't worked much on game music, to which Takahashi states:
That's right. He has strong image from working on anime titles like Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn, Guilty Crown, and Attack on Titan, but for me he is a drama person. He is responsible for the music of Team Medical Dragon and such. I thought that drama-like music would surely shine in this game so I asked him as I had nothing to lose.
When Famitsu asks about how Sawano is flexible with his work, Takahashi replies:
Usually people who haven't written game music react like "Why so many compositions for a game (RPG)?", but Mr. Sawano was the opposite: "Understood. Please let me do them all." (laughs) This time there are 90 compositions and I thought he could write only a part of them, so I'm really happy.
Xenoblade Chronicles X launches in Japan on April 29. The RPG is on track for later this year in North America and Europe.
More: Famitsu, interview, Tetsuya Takahashi, top, Xenoblade Chronicles X
So this isn't lost on the last page. This is why I hate lumped up topics.
some places are now taking pre-orders.
Monolith soft is doing a japan direct like stream on the 6th, should be similar to the smash directs in that sense. Currently don't know if there will be a English version of the stream.
other stream links:
Europe: 2PM
North America (East): 8AM
North America (West) : 5AM
Japan: 10PM
Nagi (Takayuki Sugou)[/size]
-Former Captain of the White Whale and current Military Chief in the Autonomous Government of New Los Angeles. [/size]
Guin (Yuichi Nakamura)[/size]
-Worked in the same division as Elma and Irina on Earth. Was their subordinate. [/size]
Player Avatars
-Many options for customization (sex, face type, skin colour, hair style, eyes, make-up, voice, etc).[/size]
-Preset designs done by Kunihiko Tanaka[/size]
-Some famous voices actors providing their voice as options for the avatar, will be announced on the Xenoblade homepage later.[/size]
Things i missed from the most recent update. will probably get more on the new characters from the famitsu article tomorrow. Also wonder who the voice actors are.
Here are some pics of Guin and Nagi, this was posted here at 1:40am on 1/29/2015, http://www.siliconer...-members-blade/
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A member of the private military organization, BLADE. Back on Earth, he worked as a subordinate of Elma and Irina as part of the government spec-ops vehicular instructor corps known as the Doll Squad.
He occasionally messes up here and there, but he's an honest character who admires Irina and also has a bit of a crush on her.
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Nagi is the former captain of the White Whale, an interstellar immigrant ship. He currently serves as the military director of the autonomous government of NLA (New Los Angeles).
In order to protect the livelihood of those living on Planet Mira, he works himself to death on a daily basis with government affairs.
Read more at http://www.siliconer...ycCFuMPffJAP.99[/size]
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Maurice is a bureaucrat of the former United States Secretary of Defense, who then became the assistant to the President.
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Afterwards, he used his previous position as a way to appoint himself as the chief administrator commissioner of NLA (New Los Angeles) and is now the representative of mankind on the Planet Mira.
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Monolith Soft recently introduced an interesting mix of Xenoblade Chronicles X characters with a 13-year-old engineering prodigy, and a strange little creature named Tatsu. Today, the official website introduced two more characters: Van Damme and Irina.
Van Damme:
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Van Damme is the commander of the private military organization, BLADE. He was previously the chief engineer of an interstellar immigrant ship known as the "Moby Dick".
He's a little ill-mannered, and occasionally says rude things to whomever. His sharp tongue is considered his one flaw.
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Irina is a member of the private military organization, BLADE. Back on Earth, Irina was a member of the government spec-ops vehicular instructor corps, the Doll Squad, and was a senior officer working under Elma at the time. Even now , she still idolizes and respects Elma the way she used to back in the Doll Squad.
She's a bit of a tomboy, and has a strong sense of duty to protect those living on the planet Mira.
An inventor and native of the planet Mira.
He makes his living by selling his inventions to Nopon and other native species.
With a very curious personality, he feels very close to the newly arrived humans and is, for some reason, very familiar with idioms.
(Voice: Keiji Fujihara)
One of B.L.A.D.E.'s team leaders.
His fighting strength and intuition is admired even by Elma.
He is unexpectedly sensitive and passionate to his core.
He is buddy of Douglas from their days in the US military.
(Voice: Rikiya Koyama)
A member of B.L.A.D.E. He is proficient at all military skills, but especially adept at piloting Dolls.
Despite his stern-looking exterior, he is easy to make fun of; Lyn will often poke fun at his mistakes during Doll test flights.
On Earth, he served under Elma as part of the Unified Government's Vehicle Special Ops Force (also known as the Doll Team).
He is buddy of Lao from their days in the US military.
You can read out earlier report for some details on Xenoblade Chronicles X's other key characters in Elma, Lynlee, and Tatsu.
Xenoblade Chronicles X is slated for release in Japan on April 29, 2015 for Wii U. It'll release sometime this year in North America and Europe.
Read more stories about Wii U & Xenoblade Chronicles X on Siliconera.
Read more at http://www.siliconer...IL1TEch7qpg8.99
Another article with more about xenoblade, and more apparently coming tomorrow. Talks about Unions the player can join, a more free-form story, and over 300 hours of game play. Wonder if the 300 hours includes replays for different story lines. This game is very ambitious, and one of the few who could potentially live up to said ambitions.
Article: http://gematsu.com/2...map-size-unions
Start of the Game
At the beginning of the story, the goal is to survive the uncivilized planet of Mira. After meeting up with private military organization Blade, you'll choose from one of eight affiliated unions, each with their own overarching objective to fill, and embark on quests. It's possible to join a different union later. Unlike the linear progression of the original Xenoblade Chronicles, the successor's story will unfold in various directions.
The eight unions are:
- Pathfinder - In charge of data probe installation.
- Interceptor - In charge of exterminating protists.
- Avalanche - In charge of hunting down dangerous life forms.
- Testament - In charge of the search and recovery of debris scattered by the ship, as well as the recovery of items lost on the battlefield.
- Corepedian - In charge of visiting areas and investigation/collecting materials.
- Land Bank - In charge of securing resources and collecting minerals.
- Arms - Assists the Arms Company in charge of the development of Dolls and their inner weaponry.
- Companion - A Jack of all trades, from the mediation of petty fights to the search of stray cats.
- The concept of the game's online mode is to be "'loosely connected' with other players"—to have a sense of solidarity without feeling constantly aware of other players' presence.
- The size of the field is five times the previous game (400 square kilometers) and fully seamless. However, there is loading during event scenes.
- The map is visible on the Wii U GamePad. Each area is indicated by a hex. Touching them can perform things such as quick travel or check events.
- The sense of speed from the previous game's battles has been elevated, and players can attack freely while switching between short and long ranges.
- No character explicitly serves as a healer, meaning it's important to gauge one's capabilities relative to those of an enemy before picking fights.
- "Soul Voice" is a system that can be triggered in reaction to party members that are able to string their attacks well. With well-timed button presses, HP can be healed, making it possible to continuously heal while attacking.
- Parties consist of four people: the player character and three AI companions.
- Dolls are exceptionally powerful, but in exchange for that, their movement can't be finely controlled, meaning they can't take out enemy body parts. Being able to do so is important, as it can weaken them and yield items, among other things. As a result, players will have to disembark at times and fight enemies themselves.
- A number of new "Unique Monsters" have been added compared to the previous game, some powerful enough to cross swords with the Doll robots.
- Playtime in the game has been recorded to exceed 300 hours while doing final checks, with some elements potentially continuing endlessly.
- There are over 90 songs featured in the game, all of which were worked on by Hiroyuki Sawano.
Apparently, within this 10 page interview, somebody translated something that caught their eye, that Xenoblade chronicles X was about 5 times the size of Xenoblade... Just kidding that was already known. What we got on top of that this time was a number!
Xenoblade chronicles X map is 400 square kilometers!!! Convert that from SQUARE kilometers to SQUARE miles, and you get 154.44 square miles!!!
Had the wrong selection selected, thanks to Soxviper!!!
Perspective time!
Red dead redemption was 12 square miles
Skyrim was 16 square miles
GTA 5 was 49 square miles
An interesting side note, divided by 5, we get 49.7 square miles for Xonoblade! Finally confirming my measurements of Xenoblade being around 50 square miles to be surprisingly accurate! Hooray!
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Mountain Shadows Gymnastics Club (MSGC) opened its doors in Okotoks, Alberta on October 15, 1996. As one of the few privately owned gymnastic clubs in Alberta, MSGC offers an 8000 square meter facility equipped for recreational programs and a girls' competitive program for gymnasts in JO Level 2 to 10. Equipped with 3 floor-level trampolines and a large 6 foot deep loose foam pit, MSGC is an excellent location for all types of recreational gymnastics for boys and girls as well as recreational trampolining and tumbling and all types of group outings and birthdays.
Located in the fast-growing town of Okotoks, MSGC not only serves the many gymnasts and groups of its home town, but is also within a 15 minute drive of Calgary, High River, Black Diamond, and Turner Valley areas.
MSGC is owned by Jim McLuskey, who has over 50 years' experience coaching competitive and recreational gymnastics. He is a Level 3 certified coach in the National Coaching Certification Program and also has a degree in Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education. Jim was also founder and head coach of the Altadore Gymnastics Club of Calgary. All of the Mountain Shadows staff are certified in the National Coaching Certification Program and are members of the Alberta Gymnastics Federation. Coaches are here to support and encourage children of all ages and abilities in the sport of gymnastics. Michelle Bahr is the manager and has been with Mountain Shadows in this capacity almost since its opening. Nicole Pearse is the Recreational Program Coordinator and takes pride in the fact that MSGC offers well organized and quality programs for all the gymnasts of the area.


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We wish Lew the very best in his new position … and thank him for his service to Utah during the past seven years as founding president of World Trade Center Utah. —Gov. Gary Herbert
SALT LAKE CITY — If you have had occasion to meet Lew Cramer, chances are you were met with a wide smile and a firm handshake, and left the encounter with a positive outlook.
That's because besides being one of the brightest business minds in Utah, Cramer is also one of the state's most engaging personalities.
Those qualities have served him well in his role as founding president and CEO of the World Trade Center Utah — a nonprofit business support organization — and were among the attributes that have led him to his new job with one of the region's largest commercial real estate firms.
Cramer announced Monday he will step down from his position as head of the WTC Utah on Nov. 29 to become president and CEO of Coldwell Banker Commercial Intermountain.
During a news conference at the Grand America Hotel, Gov. Gary Herbert praised his longtime friend for his efforts in bolstering the state's international business economy. In addition, Herbert declared Oct. 28 "Lew Cramer Day" in Utah.
"We wish Lew the very best in his new position and thank him for his service to Utah during the past seven years as founding president of World Trade Center Utah," Herbert said.
Cramer noted that he looks forward to continuing his work in helping Utah grow its global business presence.
"My job has been to position Utah as a leader in the international marketplace," he said. "To succeed, one needs to be internationally minded. By showcasing our global competitiveness, the brainpower of the Intermountain West and attracting international dignitaries to (Coldwell Banker Commercial Intermountain's) Utah, Idaho and Anchorage locations, economic growth will come exponentially."
Cramer was instrumental in enhancing the state's international export expansion by assisting Utah firms in connecting with global business opportunities.
During his tenure, Utah became the only state in the nation with positive export growth each year over the past decade. Utah's merchandise exports have increased by more than 300 percent since the WTC Utah was founded in 2006, reaching a record $19 billion in 2012.
Before to moving to the Beehive State seven years ago, Cramer served as director general of the U.S. Commercial Service during President George H.W. Bush's administration, directing the activities of 1,400 commercial officers at more than 150 embassies worldwide, as well as in 65 offices throughout the United States.
During the Reagan administration, he served as a White House fellow, a deputy assistant commerce secretary and as the assistant secretary of commerce for international trade.
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I'm a 23 and I have been married for nine months. My husband used to make me so hot by foreplay before we got married. We were so electric before, we really couldn't keep our hands off one another.
We used to make love everywhere using toys and role play, but now he is so boring!!! And it's like he don't want to explore any more. Get my drift? Now it's no foreplay to set the mood at all. What can I do to get him back to pleasing me?
Signed Not so Hot
Not so Hot,
You're languishing in what I like to call "The Halo Effect". Normally this dynamic occurs with white, Catholic men but surprisingly there are a number of black men in the Baptist and Pentecostal church who are afflicted with this issue.
"The Halo Effect", is when a man who would have no problems being sexually adventuress with what a woman that he considers is a ho, refuses to seek out the same sexual urges with his wife. He does this because he puts a "Halo" on her and regards her reverently such that he can't fathom having anything but STR8 missionary sex with her.
I have a friend who loves to get head and have anal sex. But he…never…engages in those practices with his wife. However, he has no problem getting side pieces that he considers a ho to satiate his urges. I asked him on several occasions why he was cheating on a wife that would probably satisfy his needs and he lost his fucking mind yelling at me about how he could, "…never do that to his wife."
And that's the major problem with these types of men. They still have the freaky urges that they do not engage in with their wives so they seek out a mistress or worse prostitutes. To be frank, I'm surprised that you're husband married you.
Don't get me wrong, I think that you're a wonderful, well-adjusted young woman. However, these types of men typically marry virgins or women who are not that sexually experienced. You must have really had his nose open for him to put a ring on your finger with his mind-set. Unfortunately for you as soon as he did "The Halo Effect" kicked in his brain.
My advice to you is to get him in counseling…immediately. You need a third party that will confront and break down the barrier in his mind that is keeping him from building a healthy and varied sexual relationship with his wife.
It's going to take some work because he has a mind-set that took most of his life to build. However, you need to deal with this issue before he cheats…or you.
Good Luck.
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Saint Paul
Chef Paul McCabe's new resto, Delicias
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The patio at Delicias in Rancho Santa Fe
"Oh, Jesus." It's all I could muster after my first bite of Paul McCabe's agnolotti with peas and mascarpone in brown butter.
"Oh, Jesus." It's what my wife—who grew up far, far removed from the bearded religious guy—uttered at the exact same time.
Freed of social decorum, we'd end up recreating the deli scene in When Harry Met Sally... We tasted the dish on two different occasions. Both times, our reaction was indecent with pleasure.
McCabe's prime ribeye cap with ramp kimchi, daikon, and reduction of gochujang (a thinner version of the Korean chili sauce) is similarly ridiculous. And that rabbit confit with olive oil whipped potatoes and prosciutto jus? Yes, just yes.
As a surprise to no one who's followed the city's food scene: The new chef at Delicias in Rancho Santa Fe can cook. I consider it a moral obligation for anyone still seeking happiness in his or her life to try that agnolotti. Now, I just want McCabe to get the heck out of Rancho Santa Fe.
6106 Paseo Delicias
After all, that was the plan as I heard it. McCabe shocked a lot of people when he left his cush, high-profile gig at L'Auberge Del Mar's Kitchen 1540. He wasn't the only reason K1540 became one of the hottest tables in San Diego. There was an internationally famous architect (Andre Kikoski), and the fact that L'Auberge is one stunning beachside property. But good wallpaper doesn't anchor a restaurant. McCabe's food—a mix of Escoffier, science, and SoCal food-bounty—did.
McCabe left because being a chef is hard. They don't tell you that at CIA. It breaks backs. It is immune to 401Ks. It's currently the sexiest service job on the planet, and the laughingstock of economists. Delicias' owner, Owen Perry, lured McCabe away by offering him skin in the game. Partner status. The goal is to build a reputation, then multiply Delicias across San Diego.
As a repeatable high-end franchise, there's work to do. The new décor—high-back, olive-hued banquettes, sandal-brown leather chairs, and removal of the old-world white tablecloths—is very nice. But it's not a conversation starter. Zero je ne sais quoi. The iPad wine lists, which seemed so cutting-edge and brilliant two years ago, are somewhat useless. Delicias has one of the best wine cellars in the state, and the iPad is a great opportunity to give personal notes on many of them (if not every one). But even under the listing for "Chef's Choice," the comments section is empty.


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We want to share a touching story about a little girl whose last wish to help others has lived on after her death.
The amazing little girl's name was Natalia Marsh-Welton (11) and her final wish came true thanks to the Make-A-Wish Foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio.
In February, Natalia and the Make-A-Wish Foundation gave out blankets and soup to the homeless at the Drop Inn Center in Cincinnati. Natalia said the idea came while fighting her inoperable brain tumor. After her treatments, Natalie often felt cold; that's when she came up with the idea to help warm the world from the inside out with blankets and soup.
Natalia collected more than 600 blankets and even though she was going through cancer treatment, she found the strength to return to the Drop Inn Center on her birthday in October.
Sadly, Natalia passed away November 12th.
"To have a kid at that age that's so full of love for other people, she gets excited about helping and volunteering. That's all a mom can really ask for," said Natalia's mother Kelly Marsh-Welton, who couldn't be prouder of her daughter.
Her younger brother, Malakye Marsh-Welton, said his sister had a huge heart. "I know everybody misses her because of all the good things she has done when she was still alive," said Malakye.
Natalia's father, Byron Marsh-Welton, did not realize how far his daughter's kindness would spread. "Even overseas, we got some information about somebody doing it overseas and I was like, 'We did not realize how big this was going to be,'" said Byron Marsh-Welton.
Natalia's family hoped her mission and message would live on and by all accounts it has. Even after her passing, donations are still pouring in. "I hope that people (will continue to) use her as an inspiration. Maybe it won't be soup and blankets, maybe it will be care packages for soldiers or toys for kids," said Kelly Marsh-Welton.
Natalia's family plans to visit another homeless shelter soon to keep her dream alive and will always visit a shelter on Natalia's birthday to honor her final wish.
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Hi, and thanks for stopping by! I am late this week putting my post together, but I guess that's not so unusual. This week our Saturday Paper a la Mode Challenge over at The Outlawz is a photo inspiration. Madeleen chose a fabulous photo of a stack of blue and white cups.
Ack! What to do, what to do? I decided to throw in a bit more color, but keep it in line with the intricate patterns of the little china cups. I love the layered flower I made - so simple, but I thought it turned out nicely.
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Combine our most recent Earth Day Polyvore contest and Polyvore's Coachella Style contest (our favorite looks soon to come!) and we were reminded of an important environmental opportunity, now that Festival Season is here.
This Green Music Festival article from Milkshake brought our attention to a greater organization, A Greener Festival. AGF is a not-for-profit company committed to helping music and arts events and festivals around the world adopt environmentally efficient practices, and they've probably been around at the concerts and festivals you frequent, quietly helping event coordinators green your music environment.
Every year, they offer the AGF Award for the greenest event, both big and small, so do your best to be in-the-know of all the recycling and environmental efficiency programs happening at the events you attend in order to help out!
Here are some other ways you can green your music festival experience:
1. Skip the plastic bottle stands and bring a reusable water bottle. Events are getting very good at offering watering stations for you to refill.
2. Bring a backpack to avoid all the plastic bags from buying merchandise.
3. Utilize events shuttle systems and public transportation (and skip the parking lot gridlock when the show's over)
4. Finger food: Opt for foods that require fewer utensils, plates, and napkins
5. Pick up when you can. Not everyone is going to behave like a green hero, so dispose of wandering bottles and cans as you walk by recycling bins
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by Kendall Foreman
For those of you who have followed prior posts of mine, you already know what a foodie I am, and that I am convinced that WDW offers some of the finest snacks and dishes I have ever eaten. To my dismay, many of my favorites have disappeared from the menus of some of my much-loved dining hotspots throughout the Resort property. I choose to believe that these culinary delights were not removed as a result of unpopularity; rather, they were set aside in order to make room for innovative Disney Chefs—many of whom are critically acclaimed artists in their industry—to maintain their positions as leaders at their craft; to enable new Chefs to make their mark in the culinary world; to keep Walt Disney World Resort at the forefront of the dining industry; and, of course, to provide guests with all new creations as well as out-of-the-rut twists on traditional and regional cuisines. While I enjoy trying new things, there is just something about having an amazingly delicious snack or dish, again and again. Oh, to have just one more chance to indulge in those memorable delights, each of which are attached to so many wonderful reminiscences. What follows is a list of a few of my now gone favorites.
Red Raspberry Tart—Available in the mid-to-late 90s Boulangerie Patisserie in the France pavilion of Epcot's World Showcase, this dessert still reigns supreme as my favorite food item at WDW ever, exclamation point! Now, for those of you who are thinking that they still serve this small round, perfect in its simplicity tart or one similar to it, you would be right… almost. Indeed, there is a mixed fruit tart that includes raspberries currently being served at various locations throughout the Resort property; however, it pales in comparison to the original. While the new tart would receive a favorable rating of 7 on my scale, the changes to it are disappointing in my opinion. "The Original"—as I refer to it—did not have the almond crème filling or hard, breakable crust of today's tart. Instead, it had a dreamingly soft, melt-in-your-mouth, buttery pastry shell that did not crack or crumble under fork pressure. While stiff enough to hold its shape, the crust was light enough to soak up some of the sweet, somewhat sticky glaze that covered the red raspberries and settled perfectly in the bottom. The coated juicy raspberries were lightly dusted with just the right amount of Confectioners' sugar. Never disappointing, it was blissful perfection in every bite. I say, "Kudos to the wonderfully talented chef who created the recipe." Though I cannot number how many I partook of at Epcot over the years, I can tell you that I will never forget the first one in 1995. Sadly, the Raspberry Tart was replaced with a Strawberry Tart comprised of the original light crust and glaze. Far less juicy than the raspberries, the firmness of the whole strawberries made it difficult to eat. I hoped the change was temporary due to raspberry costs or shortages. Alas, I had to accept my favorite would be no more. No sooner than I had arrived at that conclusion, Boulangerie Patisserie began serving the current Mixed Fruit Tart. The firm crust and crème are too great a disappointment for me to get over. Gone forever, my beloved Raspberry Tart is but a memory. Perhaps worse, my husband never had the joy of trying one… so I have no one with whom to commiserate.
Potato, Vegetable and Goat Cheese Torte—Served at Kringla Bakeri og Kafe in the Norway pavilion Epcot World Showcase, this fabulous snack/appetizer was removed from the menu just this year. Just so you know, I am a consummate cheese lover. Among the many varieties, I thoroughly enjoy goat cheese—whether mild and delicate or strong and pungent—it is a fantastic addition to both savory and sweet dishes. When it is used in proper proportion, it is excellent. In the case of this torte, it makes the dish. I think most would suggest that this is a treat to be shared, and my husband and I usually did. However, I readily admit to sneaking a few extra bites beyond my half… and always wishing I had ordered my own. What can I say, "I appreciate fine things, and this torte is one of the finest." In fact, prior to our recent trip in May, my husband asked me what food I was most looking forward to eating while at WDW. This Torte topped my list. (It was a "10" on my ranking scale!). You can imagine my utter disappointment when we reached Kringla Bakeri og Kafe only to discover it was no longer available. Sad, sad day.
Shere Khan—Once available during the 1990s at the Polynesian Resort's Coral Isle Café—now known as the Kona Café—this family friendly beverage was a standout on the children's menu. Described on the menu simply as Sprite® and orange juice, the Shere Khan seemed like so much more. Perhaps it was the souvenir cup, or the cool name, or the company with whom I enjoyed it (my sister and parents)… I don't know. I just know it made a lasting impression on me, and I will always remember it fondly.
Buffalo Steak with Vidalia Onion Jam and Sweet Potato Hazelnut Gratin— Once an entrée available at the Wilderness Lodge's higher-end restaurant, Artist Point, it has been replaced by Slow-roasted Buffalo Strip Steak with Truffle Macaroni & Cheese with Rainbow Chard. I first enjoyed the original, favored entree in 2002 while on a trip with my family. I reveled in taking my husband to partake of it while on our honeymoon in 2008. Then, when we returned in 2009, it was gone… just gone. You cannot imagine my disappointment when I learned that yet another of my favorite WDW dishes was no longer available. What a letdown. While both of these entrees boast bison steak so succulent and tender it could stand alone on the plate and be fully satisfying, their similarities end there. Please don't take me wrong, I'm sure the Truffle Macaroni & Cheese with Rainbow Chard is exceptional. I just do not believe it could measure up to oh so perfect Vidalia Onion Jam and Sweet Potato Hazelnut Gratin. For those of you who missed out on this dish, words seem inadequate to convey its deliciousness. As previously noted, buffalo steak—a very lean meat that must be cooked carefully to avoid toughness—was masterfully prepared; then, aromatic onions caramelized until their natural sweetness reaches candy-level perfection were added. Truth be told, I think the entrée could have stopped right there and it would be superior to most. Thankfully, it did not. Instead, the chef masterfully created a sweet and salty combination of sliced scalloped sweet potatoes and hazelnuts that complemented the steak and onions in ways I do not believe macaroni and chard ever could. Admittedly, I did not try the current dish. It may have been delightful. My memories of the original outweighed my willingness to try the new one. Just a note: Happily, I have located the recipe for the Sweet Potato Hazelnut Gratin and have been able to enjoy it once again; unfortunately, it made me long for the entire dish all the more.
I would like to hear about the foods you crave that are no longer offered at Walt Disney World Resort and if you miss any of the ones I mentioned above. Please share your comments in the section below.
Kendall began visiting Walt Disney World in 1991 with her family and has continued to visit the resort with her husband. As a child, she and her family filled vacations with challenges such as "How many times can we ride Splash Mountain during SpectroMagic and the fireworks?" (Answer: 7) Now, after marrying a converted Disney skeptic, she and her husband enjoy challenges such as "How many hours can we eat nonstop at the Food & Wine Festival?" (Answer: 4)
16 thoughts on "I Have a Craving for… Foods I Cannot Have Again At WDW"
I miss Figaro Fries at Pinocchio's Village Haus in the Magic Kingdom! They were very tasty!
I loved the mushroom medley appetizer at Rose and Crown. One trip I went to get it and it had been taken off the menu only a week or so before. Luckily, the recipe was still on the computer so they printed it out for me before we finished dinner.
Sarah and Tia: I never had the chance to try Figaro Fries or the Mushroom Medley appetizer, but I googled them both to see what they once were. They both look delicious! Now I am sad I never had the opportunity.
There was an amazing club sandwich at Cosmic Rays, used to have every trip!
This is easy… Top 5 most missed food items
1. Double Chocolate Cookie @ Main Street Bakery: This was the best cookie on property. No arguments allowed. I have no idea why the bakery no longer makes it. My last trip I tried to make a brownie sold at the bakery fill my void for this cookie. It was just not the same, at all.
2. Raspberry Schuss @ French Pavilion, Epcot: (Admittedly, this food is still offered seasonally. However, there have been many a time that I have visited Epcot and been devastated when it was not at the pastry shop)
3. Pooh Cookies @ Various stores at WDW resorts and parks:
These were delicious waffle cookies. I miss them dearly. They were the perfect food to take back to your resort after a long day at the park/pool.
4. Bagheera Juice @ Polynesian Resort:
I know just what you mean when you talk about the Shere Khan. My family and I used to eat at the old, Coral Isle Café. Bagheera Juice was on the menu at the time. I do not know exactly what it was, but it was delicious.
5. Peanut Butter, Jelly, and Marshmallow Sandwiches @ Pinocchio's Restaurant:
Given that this is just four easily store bought products, you would not think it was all that special. Oh, but it was. Various locations around the property use to sell these amazingly sugary lunch items, and I as a teenager and adult would happily purchase them. Now, I have noticed that many locations have replaced them with Smucker's crustless PB & J. Not the same.
Honorable Mention:
Gummy Mickey Heads (sold at the confectionary store on Main Street and other shops on property): a friend told me they are no longer making them.
Commissary Roast Beef/Cuban Sandwiches (MGM/Disney Studios): To be honest, I do not remember much about these sandwiches other than I would get one, at the then, MGM Studios.
1. The original Grapefruit Cake at the Brown Derby- "Disney-MGM Studios" era. It seems different now.
2. The original Lemon Cake offered in several places throughout the resort… I always got mine at the Main Street Bakery.
3. The original Boeuf Bourguignon (Beef Burgundy) at Les Chefs de France—Epcot
4. The little Disney character shaped fried potatoes (like French fries). It was a family tradition when my children were young. We got them at "Disney Village"
5.The swirled berry sorbet/sherbet and vanilla ice cream cones at the Enchanted Grove-Magic Kingdom. So refreshing! It was like the orange juice version at the Sunshine Tree Terrace-Adventureland. It is also delicious… just not as great as the berry. Note: Welcome back to the Terrace "Orange Bird"!
6. The original twisty, long popsicle "Itzakadoozie". We got these every time we watched Fantasmic-"Disney MGM Studio/Disney Hollywood Studios. I think Nestle made them. Come back to the world, Itzakadoozie!
7. The rabbit sausage at Artist Point-Wilderness Lodge. If you did not have this, oh my, did you miss out. It was awesome!
My list could go on and on.
Becky: I don't believe I ever had the club sandwich at Cosmic Rays, but I do lament the loss of an very large club sandwich that came on a croissant that used to be available at Captain Cook's at the Polynesian.
May & Anne: Wow! You both have clearly been thinking about this long before this post.
May: I very fondly remember the Pooh Waffle Cookies you mentioned. The had such a delicate and delicious hint of honey.
I also enjoyed the PB&J and Marshmallow Sandwiches as a kid, and I occasionally make them at home in memory of the ones I can no longer have in the parks.
I also remember the Cuban Sandwich at the ABC Commissary. It was one of those unique menu items that seemed to disappear during the economic slump. Some unique items are beginning to return to the menu, but I believe this one may be gone forever.
Anne: I actually have an old issue of Disney Magazine with a picture of the original incarnation of the Grapefruit Cake. It was a little less "showy" in the old days. As I never tried it back then, I can not tell you if the taste has changed or just the presentation.
The double layer Lemon Cake almost made my blog post! This cake would be #2 on my list of all-time favorite desserts, definitely a 10 on my scale.
I believe the berry version of the citrus swirl may be available occasionally at Sunshine Tree Terrace. They may have picked it up now that the Enchanted Grove is no more.
I too, lament the loss of the original Itzakadoozie. What could be better than a nearly foot-long popsicle in the Florida heat. I always bought one on the Streets of America. The parks still have a Nestle "Itzakadoozie" at some of the ice cream carts, but it is not nearly as big and looks nothing like the original….why oh, why Nestle did you have to fix something that wasn't broke?
I think I remember some sort of strawberry parfait available at a cart near France. It was special because I shared it with my mom on a trip. Does anyone know if it is still available?
I miss banana bread pudding muffin that had only come to the Main Street bakery in the last few years. Does anyone know where you can get it now?
Crissy: I completely understand how special a food can become when it is tied to wonderful memories. I did some research, and it looks like Les Halles Boulangerie & Pâtisserie (French pastry shop) does have a Parfait Aux Fruits. I am guessing the fruit varies depending on what is in season. Upon further research, I discovered that Starring Rolls at Hollywood Studios also has a Strawberry Parfait that has received very good reviews, and some people commented that they enjoyed it more than the one at the France pavilion. Hopefully one of these is the one from your memories! I Googled the Banana Bread Pudding from the Main Street Bakery and it looks delicious. I think I would have definitely enjoyed the muffin top filled with bananas…yummy! Sadly, it looks like this may have been a casualty of the Starbucks conversion. I did find a Facebook page that has posted the recipe. I am not sure if it is official, so bake at your own risk. But if it is the only way to enjoy the treat, I am sure it will be worth the risk! Here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/WaltDisneyWorldRecipes/posts/644023438958700
Kendall, I know this is off topic… do you ever get a craving for the best "noodle" dish on property? I have no idea where all "noodles" can be enjoyed at Disney World. One of my daughters and I are big time Chinese or Japanese noodle fans (Lo Mein, etc.). Actually, can you recommend any noodles (any culture)? We're looking for the best. Can you, or anyone on this site, help us out? Thanks!
Anne: Thanks for the topic suggestion. I'll use it next month, so check back in three weeks for the "I Have a Craving for…Noodles"!
There was a frozen coffee at a coffee cart in AK just on the right after the bridge to Discovery Island. Unlike many frozen coffee drinks at WDW this one was creamy more like a shake rather than a slushie. Oh it was soooo good! It disappeared a few years ago.
1. Fettucine Alfredo….. heck the entire L'Originale Alfredo restaurant!!!! The antipasta appetizer…… I still boycott Italy to this day! LOL
2. Cinammon roll at Main Street Bakery. Can't bring myself to go into Starbucks yet…. urghhhhh
3. Oyster Brie Soup at Brown Derby. I make it at home and it is amazing!
4. Flatbread at Rainforest Café ….. BEFORE Landry's bought them. the entire menu was much better!
The cuban sandwich at the abc commisary in the studios. It was the 1st time I ever had one, and make it at home often.
Although they are still available in Canada (the country not the pavilion), I miss the beaver tails that they used to sell in the Canada pavilion.
Laura: As I am not a coffee drinker, I have to admit I am not really up on where to look for coffee-related beverages. I did some searching though, and it seems like the beverage you are referring to is no longer offered anywhere at Animal Kingdom. Perhaps there will be something similar at one of the new Starbucks locations.
Cindy: I never dined at L'Originale Alfredo di Roma because my family always traveled during the summer and could never be convinced to eat copious amounts of pasta on a hot Florida day, but I am sure I would have loved it because I have a BIG weakness for pasta…especially Fettuccine Alfredo. As I Googled this location, I found it interesting that it was based on the original Alfredo's in Rome where Fettuccine Alfredo was created. How awesome! Without even having tried this pasta you speak of, I am sure that I can lament its passing with you.
Teresa: I am with you on the Cuban Sandwich. I wish it would return. My family ate at the Commissary almost every trip, and I ordered the Cuban several times. This entrée combo was the first time I ever tried plantain chips. Those were a great side option.
John C: I have never had a Beaver Tail, but I hear people speak of them often. I looked them up and was terribly disappointed that I never had the opportunity to partake of this delicious looking sugar-high. I think I would have chosen the Maple Chocolate option.


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Clos des Fées is relatively new in the wine world, beginning in 1998, when Herve and Claudine settled in Vingrau, on the high cool slopes of the northern edge of Roussillon. Herve recognised the quality potential of the cool high sites of these magnificent limestone based vineyards sitting well above the valley floors where most producers work in easier and more fertile soils. The vineyards of Vingrau and the higher slopes could not be more complex, different, or difficult, to work than those on the lower flat land. Buying up old and often abandoned vineyards from these high slopes. Herve has gradually amassed dozens of tiny plots, of which many are magnificent mature vineyards spread throughout these cooler slopes. With a large team of vineyard workers, they work approximately only 2 hectares of vines each throughout the year, producing tiny yields of perfectly ripe fruit which also retain excellent freshness and acidity. Vinifying gently and using minimal SO2 during the winemaking process the resulting wines show remarkable finesse and freshness behind perfectly ripe fruit that shows its origins from these fresh limestone based soils. Whilst focussing on the varieties that have always been the strength of this historic region, Herve has also managed to produce great results with white wine as well as introducing carefully selected root stock from Merlot and Cabernet franc, as well as other varieties. The freshness and polish he achieves in these immacualte wines is testament not only to his wine-making skills but also his knowledge of the great wines of the world having previously worked as a sommelier in Paris and running his own restaurant.
2012 Grenache blanc vieilles vignes
A blend of Grenache blanc and Grenache Gris produced from the oldest vines on the estate (over 100 years old). Whole bunch pressed with Grenache blanc aged in stainless and Grenache Gris in barrel on lees for about 6 months. Remarkable freshness as well as richness, depth and texture.
2012 "Les Sorcières du Clos des Fées" Cotes du Roussillon
made from a blend of 50% Syrah young vines and 30% Grenache and 20% Carignan both from 40-80 yo vines. Picked to retain balanced acidity and vinified gently to gain a very soft extraction and retain the freshness and perfume inherent in this medium bodied blend. Aged on fine lees in tank for about 8 months with minimal SO2 giving a wine designed for maximum drinkability with delicate tannins and silky texture behind the perfumed and explosive fruit.
2011 "De battre mon coeur s'est arrêté" Cotes du Roussillon villages
100% Syrah grown on granite at height of 600 metres facing south, south-East. This vineyard is located further to the west of Vingrau, further up the valley where slopes are higher and cooler. Deep intense and dripping with fine granite terroir.
2011 "Un faune avec son fifre sous les oliviers sauvage" VDP
Majority Cabernet franc, with a little Merlot. The Cabernet Franc is planted on a steep north facing limestone slope and Merlot from Clos des Fees (the cuttings coming from a top Pomerol estate). Both varieties planted on poles and bush pruned giving a wine of great intensity.
2010 "Vieilles Vignes" Cotes du Roussillon villages
45% Carignan, 45% Grenache and Lladoner Pelut and 10% Syrah being a blend of the oldest vines of the estate. Vinified with a slow and gentle extraction, aged without racking in cement and barrel (none new). Very perfumed and silky on the palate with real intensity and finesse. Very attractive young this will also age well for about 10 years but will be very hard to resist..!!
2010 "Le Clos des Fées" Cotes du Roussillon villages
made from a blend of 50% Syrah, 20% Grenache 20% Carignan and 10% Mourvedre. 18 months ageing and elevage resulting in a wine of immense depth requiring patience. Intense and lushly textured, this wine will give great pleasure young and shows just how great the Roussillon can be.
2010 "La Petite Siberie" Cotes du Roussillon villages
100% Grenache from very old bush vines planted in a cold windy slope on a clay limestone base with shale mica-schist and iron. Aged in new oak, only 2000 bottle made. This wine is remarkably dense and will need years to mature and evolve to show its best. Fabulous wine in the making.
"…a beacon of Roussillon quality." The Wine Advocate
"Herve Bizeul practices a ruthlessly controlled viticultural regimen focused on some 130 parcels of selection massale vines in the dramatically rocky, yet clay-permeated limestone environment north of Vingrau, and his pursuit of concentration and purity continues with meticulous selectivity of plots and lots (much of the crop is sold off each year) as well as of clusters and berries. Add to this a fruit-pampering vinification, and the result is wines that have turned heads every bit as much as does the local scenery and brought Bizeul well-deserved recognition as a beacon of Roussillon quality. He is so convinced of the fit between traditional goblet training and the local climate, that he is even head-pruning his young vines of Cabernet Franc, whose profusely floral, chocolaty-rich, yet refined inaugural 2008 vintage will, rest assured, be unlike any other wine from this grape that you have ever tasted. Bizeul is another of those denizens of Roussillon and the Languedoc to have imagined and now perfected a uniquely delicious style of white wine." Robert Parkers The Wine Advocate


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Carol follows two women from very different backgrounds who find themselves in an unexpected love affair in 1950s New York. As conventional norms of the time challenge their undeniable attraction, an honest story emerges to reveal the resilience of the heart in the face of change. A young woman in her 20s, Therese Belivet, is a clerk working in a Manhattan department store and dreaming of a more fulfilling life when she meets Carol, an alluring woman trapped in a loveless, convenient marriage. As an immediate connection sparks between them, the innocence of their first encounter dims and their connection deepens.