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Marvel vs. Capcom 2 – Jill
PlayStation 3
Jill by xjoker
Version: 2.02 | Updated: 10/30/03
Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes
Jill FAQ v2.01
Written by: Phillip "xjoker" M.
Last Updated: 12:50 PM 10/30/2003
= D i s t r u b i t i n g t h i s G u i d e =
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=Table of Contents=
1. Jill's Pros/Cons
2. Legend
3. Normal Moves
4. Special Moves
5. Hyper Combos
6. Throws
7. Tips and Tricks
8. Throws
9. Recommended Partners
10. Credits
11. Contact Information
=1. Jill's Pros/Cons=
-Easy to start a combo with her
-High priority sweep
-Smaller character, meaning harder to hit
-Has both up close and keep away games
-Hyper Fiery Dash super has alot of priority
-Only one projectile move and its useless
-Assists aren't that great
=2. Legend=
f - forward
b - backwards
u - up
d - down
uf - upforward
ub - upbackwards
df - downforward
db - downbackwards
qcf - quarter circle forward (d,df,f)
qcb - quarter circle back (d,db,b)
hcf - half circle forward (b,db,d,df,f)
hcb - half circle back (f,df,d,db,b)
p - any punch
k - any kick
lp - light punch
lk - light kick
fp - fierce punch
rk - roundhouse kick
2p - both punch buttons
2k - both kick buttons
a1 - assist 1 button
a2 - assist 2 button
xx - cancel into...
dhc - delayed hyper combo
thc - team hyper combo
> - continue to this move...
/\ - jump up
\/ - land on ground
d. - dashing
s. - standing
c. - crouching
j.- jumping
sj - superjump
otg - off the ground
( ) - parenthesis, other things i think are worth mentioning
=3. Normal Moves=
-- Punches --
- Jab Punch -
-Standing: Jill punches like a little girl
-Crouching: Jill crouches and punches the opponent on the legs
-Jumping: Jill is in the air and punches downward and diagonal at opponent
- Strong Punch -
-Standing: same as standing jab
-Crouching: same as crouching but her arm kinda curves a bit more
-Jumping: just a follow up of the jumping jab, high priority
- Fierce Punch -
-Standing: Jill yells "hah!" and swings at the opponent's face. you can combo
her hyper fiery dash super if done quickly enough
-Crouching: this is Jill's one and only launcher. Jill crouches down and
uppercuts the opponent into the air. high priority. a little time
delay if it is blocked
-Jumping: Jill aims at a downward and diagonal position and can hit the
opponent right on the head if they were crouching and blocking.
good reach, high priority, this is what i use for a jump in combo
-- Kicks --
- Short Kick -
-Standing: Jill kicks at the shin of many opponents. very fast to execute and
no delay if it is blocked. low priority
-Crouching: Jill crouches and stretches her leg and the foot of the opponent.
high priority because it is her otg move. if Jill happens to sweep
an opponent with crouching roundhouse, you can use this to otg the
opponent and then use crouching fierce punch for an easy combo
-Jumping: Jill short-kicks the opponent. not used at all by me. low priority,
no range.
- Forward Kick -
-Standing: same as standing short kick but Jill extends her leg a little bit
more to hit the opponent. low priority.
-Crouching: same as above but this move has alot more priority than most of
her moves because it has good range
-Jumping: low priority, bottom line. stick with Jill's punches to jump at
your opponent
- Roundhouse Kick -
-Standing: Jill does a roundhouse. has good range but low priority. can be used
to combo into hyper rush attack super on ground
-Crouching: this is Jill's one and only sweep. very high priority since this
move is otgable with a c. lk > c. fp excellent recovery time.
sometimes used to be cheap since the opponent needs a quick
character to escape it if it is used over and over and blocked
incase ur opponent trys to counter the sweep they blocked
-Jumping: Jill hits the opponent in the face with a kick going down and
diagonally toward the opponent with her backed turned against the
screen. decent priority. excellent range. i prefer her jumping
fierce punch
=4. Special Moves=
-- Rush Attack -- [qcf + p] (can also be done in air)
Jill shoulder rushes her opponent with two hits if done with light punch.
Highly recommended to use in a air combo > hyper rush attack. if you do
qcf + fp and hold fp, Jill will charge up the amount of hits her rush attack
will do once you let go of fp. i never use this feature because i can't find
out a way to combo it.
-- Zombie Dog -- [qcf + lk]
Jill does a quick taunt before a black and green dog comes charging across the
screen. the dog jumps before exiting the screen making it hard to jump over the
dog itself without super jumping. used as a keep away manuever against
characters that dont have projectiles. don't use against a skilled cable player
-- Crow -- [qcf + rk]
Jill does a quick taunt before a all black crow comes from the upper corner of
the screen and swoops down while in the middle of the screen and goes back up
to the other corner of the screen. another good keep away move used against
characters that dont have a special move to beat yours. otherwise they will be
forced to block
-- Zombie Helper -- [qcb + lk]
Jill does her famous taunt once again before a zombie dressed in a white beat
up shirt on finally comes onto the screen and across the screen. if the zombie
hits the opponent it will start munching on them 3 or 4 times before letting go
and dying
-- Zombie Helper -- [qcb + rk]
Same as summon normal zombie move except the zombie is on fire and hits only
one time if comes intact with opponent
-- Return Fire -- [qcb + p]
In this move Jill taunts and flashes a two or three times and during htis time,
if the opponent hits her with any punch, kick, or super that isnt a projectile,
she will push them back a few feet away from her and pull her pull her gun out
and shoot them up to 10 times if you mash the buttons
-- Grenade Launcher -- [f, df, d, df, f + p]
Jill takes out a grenade launcher, aims it upwards and shoots one grenade in
the air. explosion in mid-air is very small so therefore this move does not
have any good priority. use sparingly
=5. Hyper Combos=
-- Hyper Fiery Dash -- [qcf + 2p] (can also can done in air)
Jill steps back a little and then simultaniously says "your finished!" and
charges at the opponent with a fiery shield in front of her. And some fire is
coming out from the back too because she's going real fast. This move should be
your bread and butter when it comes to finishing air and ground combos. It does
10 hits, had great priority, start time, and recovery
-- Hyper Rocket Launcher -- [qcf + 2k] (can also be done in air)
Jill pulls out a rocket launcher and then simultaniously says "your finished!"
and starts shooting rockets at the opponent. she shoots 16 rockets in all. If
you perform this super while close to your opponent or combo it in, the rocket
launcher will knock the opponent off the ground and into the air and all the
rockets will juggle the opponent from falling to the ground. some of the
rockets will miss and go under the opponent though. this super used for
chipping damage by many
-- Code: T-002 -- [qcb + 2k]
The most powerful yet useless super Jill has. Jill bends down, touches the
ground and says "what's that?". then a column taking 1/3 of the screen appears
from out of the ground and if the opponent is there, it will knock the opponent
into the air and tyrant comes out and starts slashing the opponent with three
swipes and saying "argh!" each time he hits the opponent. after the third and
final swipe, the tyrant does his little taunt yelling "arrrgh!", then jumps up
and leaves. The opponent can block the column causing the tyrant not to even
come out and leaving Jill vulnerable to anything
=6. Throws=
-- Throw with fierce punch --
This is Jill's only throw. she jumps and grabs the opponent by the neck, takes
out her knife, and slices her opponents neck while saying "yah!". then she hops
back down to the ground.
=7. Tips and Tricks=
-Always go for the otg combo after comboing a crouching rk
-Use the crouching rk alot
-Do not forget that Jill has a decent keep away game. use a variety of zombies,
crows and zombie dogs while calling out an assist to keep the opponent pinned
down at the other side of the screen
-The hyper fiery dash super does great chipping damage. so dont worry about if
the opponent blocks it, if they are low on health, it will probably kill them
-Jump in with j. fp to hit the average and shorter sized tiers on the head so
they cannot block your move even if they were ducking and blocking
-Always finish air combos off with a hyper fiery dash super if you can
-Rush down keep away characters that have projectiles
-While jumping in with fp, i get about 5 throws a game. this move has great
range and i always seem to throw my opponent if they try to jump at me at the
same time i am trying to jump at them
-Use the rocket launcher super for chipping damage
-If Jill is being rushed down herself, dont be afraid to do her return fire
special move to get them off you for a few seconds
-Back Jill up with a good projectile or anti-air assist (aaa)
=8. Combos=
I am not going to post every single combo for Jill in this section. instead, I
will just post the combos that actually come in handy during a real game
-The following combos were tested on cable, an average damage taker
-The following combos were tested on the level 2 damage setting
-The following combos are in order from least to most damaging
-Notice that 143 points of damage is fatal
- 1. j. fp > d. c. lp > c. lp xx hyper rocket launcher
[13 hits, 48 damage] (credit goes to karey for sending me this combo)
- 2. j. fp > d. c. lp > c. lp > c. fp /\ lp > lk > lp > lk > fp or rk
[9 hits, 55 damage]
- 3. j. fp > d. c. lp > c. lp > c. fp /\ lp > lk > lp > lk > rush attack
with lp (2 hits)
[10 hits, 56 damage]
- 4. j. fp \/ d. c. lk > lk > rk xx hyper fiery dash
[13 hits, 60 damage]
- 5. j. fp \/ d. c. lp > c. lp > c. fp /\ lp > lk > lp > lk > rush attack
with lp (let it only hit 1 time) xx hyper fiery dash
[19 hits, 73 damage]
- 6. (in corner) j. fp > d. c. lp > c. lp > c. fp /\ lp > lk > lp > lk >
rush attack with lp (2 hits) xx hyper fiery dash
[20 hits, 74 damage]
=9. Recommended Partners=
-- Guile --
Guile works nicely with Jill. i like how his flash kick super combos in with
Jill's hyper fiery dash super while in mid-air. and guile's anti-air assist
stops most players from getting too close to you. or basically, his aaa assist
will keep the opponent on the ground for the most part. it is a two hitter and
kills most of other assists in the game
-- Cable --
Cable works nicely with Jill. he provides a serious keep away game, which Jill
does not have. i use his projectile assist although some people would diagree
with me and say that aaa is better to use with Jill. i've tried both and if
cable's assist does not connect, it leaves him wide open for an attack. and
Jill isnt exactly the fastest dasher in the game to go help him so you just
kind of have to watch him get punished. his projectile assist comes and goes
and sets up for some nice air combos
-- Sentinel --
Sentinel is a beast, period. he provides a keep away game for Jill's lack of
one with his fast standing and crouching fierce punches (beams). his super
moves come out very fast and his hyper drone attack super has no recovery and
can be comboed over and over with a standing fp xx hyper drone attack. sentinel
can fly, something that Jill cannot do. and he is the fastest flyer in the
game. sentinel's ground assist provides Jill to get in some easy combes against
her foe. may i mention that sentinel also takes damage the best in the game,
meaning, he hardly takes any at all and plus you have to hit him 2 times to get
him to go into a stun before attempting a combo
=10. Credits=
Myself - for making this
GameFAQs - for hosting this
IGN - for hosting this
Shoryuken - for having a mvc2 multimedia section and forums
My Friends - for playing this game with me and helping me get better
Capcom - for making this game
=11. Contact Info=
Did you like the FAQ? Did I mispell something? Have a question?
Please contact me:
Email: email@example.com
Mirc: #x-clan on irc.enterthegame.com
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28 January A Discussion with Maria Grazia
I put a shorter version of the following (25 January) listing up on Facebook. Maria Grazia replied that Amarone was not the opulent joy of my memories and that producers slimmed it down to suit the requests of the customer.
Here is my reply: We do not agree. The wine to serve at table should have been Valpolicella. Amarone should have remained a special product. By making Amarone into a wine to serve at table producers undercut and de-valued Valpolicella. Not every wine has to have a universal appeal. There is enough room in the wide world of wines to accommodate wines that do not fit into the "serve with red meat and mature cheese" category. The wine world has ample space to accommodate vini da meditazione. I thought way back in far off 1999 that the intelligent thing to do would be to start a vino da meditazione movement. Let consumers understand that Amarone is special and to help them understand the ritual of a vino da meditazione. I still think this is a good idea.
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25 Amarone Anteprima 2010 vintage – Tasting and Musing on Amarone
In 1999 I tasted all (yes all) of the commercially available Amarones. There were around 50 of them. In those days Amarone was a niche wine. Producers only took the time and trouble to make Amarone if they loved the wine.
Then the boom came and greed stepped in to take the place of common sense. Now there are a vast number of producers pumping out wines they label as Amarone. These wines far removed from the original style. You could compare tasting them to looking at a xerox (photo copy) of a xerox of a time-faded fax.
The reason I mention this ancient technology is this: there are now young winemakers who have never lived in a world where all Amarones had the distinctive rich and evocative style that made them so highly sought after in the first place. Since these winemakers are unclear about what the objective is they can't possibly reproduce it.
At the annual Anteprima Amarone tasting I stood before a young winemaker who was very proud of his "slimmed down" Amarone. It was his first vintage after taking over from the previous winemaker. (I will admit to having a great fondness for the previous winemaker – an intelligent man who wore his heart on his sleeve: he loved and respected great wine.) I looked into the young winemaker's smug face and thought: "He hasn't a clue as to what made this wine special. This company producers dozens of wines that are slim and elegant; what they need is a wine that is joyously opulent and old-fashioned."
Satisfying Amarone still exist, but to find them a wine buyer must become familiar with the characteristics of individual producers.
Here are a few of my favorites, producers who, year after year, have made good wines. The list is in no particular order. This is, I hasten to add, a partial list and it is also a personal list. I like Amarones that offer evocative perfumes and interesting textures on the palate. That said: Viviani, Marion, Zanoni, Roccolo Grassi, Speri, Zyme, Accordini Stefano, Guerrieri Rizzardi, Cesari, Corte Sant'Alda, Quintarelli and Dal Forno.
Again, before you producers out there start getting cranky, this is a partial list and I will happily write about other Amarone producers as the occasion arises.
January 23 Villa De Winckels Amarone Tasting
I arrive back in Verona from New York at a little after ten a.m. At five p.m. we are on our way to the annual Villa de Winckels Amarone tasting.
This is a superb event: well organized, producers who do not participate at other tasting are happy to present their wines in this venue (such as Romano Dal Forno), the food is exceptionally good, there is an opportunity to mingle and talk to the producers.
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Cà Dei Frati produced its first vintage of Amarone 2008. The wine was fresh, bright, with a satisfying flavor of cherries and tar. The fruit undergoes a very long appassimento (the semi-drying of the grapes before pressing). Extremely pleasing wine. I will be interested to see how it develops.
That this wine was excellent comes as no surprise because the Cà Dei Frati has been making outstanding white wines for decades.
I also tasted the 2008 Dal Forno Amarone. Bright, deeply-colored ruby. Rich, full pleasing mingling of cherries and spices. Surprisingly silky texture. Long fruit-filled finish. The Price should you care to know: 250 Euros.
January 22 Slogging through the snow
I call the airline to confirm that my new flight will indeed fly today. I tell the Air France lady my flight number and she tells me that no such flight exists.
I don two pair of tights, two pair of socks, my warmest trousers, three sweaters, a jacket, an overcoat, two pairs of gloves, three scarves, earmuffs, a hat and a heavy shawl and haul my suitcase the 20-some blocks to Mickey and Susan's apartment. (all the cabs are already taken). Mickey has been unable to find the flight listed on the company's website. I call again and get a nice woman who assures me that the flight does exist – it has been especially organized to take the passengers whose original flights to Paris was cancelled. Whew. Mickey and Susan open the Champagne (Perrier Jouet) and we wait for the Super Shuttle that will haul me to JFK.
January 13 to 21 Sherlockian Shenanigans
I am off to New York City for the annual Baker Street Irregulars dinner….and the ASH (Adventuresses of Sherlock Holmes) Wednesday dinner, and the BSI cocktail Party and the Gillette Luncheon and…to the Frick to see Vermeer's Girl with The Pearl Earring and Franz Hals portraits with Priscilla and to go to the theatre, and to stomp around Chinatown sniffing teas with my pal Randall and to have a slap up Chinese lunch with my pal Shelia and to….).
The Frescobaldi wine company has kindly offered 6 bottles of Frescobaldi Chianti Nipozzano to the Doctor Watson Fund Auction. A very nice man, whom I happen to be sitting next to, buys the lot and then kindly re-donates 5 bottles, which are immediately auctioned off to other generous Sherlockians. I thank him profusely.
I had asked the Frescobaldis for the wine because in my book Bacchus at Baker Street I deduce that the Chianti mentioned in the Sherlock Holmes stories is indeed from Frescobaldi's Nipozzano estate.
A terrible snow storm hits New York the evening before my flight home is due. My flight is cancelled. It snows all night. The wind howls and moans. The wind chill factor reaches Arctic levels and the television weather people gleefully tell us that if we are out in the cold for over a few minutes we risk permanent damage to any exposed skin. Oh me, Oh my.
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The Cellar Of Mr. Thaddeus Sholto
"May I offer you a glass of Chianti, Miss Morstan?
Or of Tokay? I keep no other wines."
Mr. Thaddeus Sholto
The Sign of Four
Precious, opulent Hungarian Tokay's place in the heart and cellar of Mr. Thaddeus Sholto is easily understood but the gentleman's choice of Chianti may seem obscure. However, his criteria for selecting these two wines is the same: both have long and illustrious histories, have enjoyed prestigious patronage and both have bona fide medicinal value.
The towns of Florence and Siena, in the heart of the Chianti zone, have for centuries been centers not only of wine production but also of culture, art and politics. When Michelangelo was at Rome, he often wrote to his nephew to send him flasks of the wine from Florence. In the mid-fifteenth century Chianti wine inspired Leonardo da Vinci to design the distinctive straw basket that covers it's flasks. Geothe sipped the wine on his Italienische Reise and Robert Browning made Elizabeth merry with tumblers full of the wine which she described as "an excellent kind of claret."
As early as the 9th century the great Medical School at Salerno advised it's patients: "Wine, if pure, gives you many benefits: it comforts the brain, soothes the stomach, removes noxious vapors from your body, relaxes a full belly, sharpens your wits, nurtures your sight and clarifies your hearing, strengthens your body and makes your limbs robust." Of particular interest to the valetudinarious Mr. Sholto, the school recommends patients suffering from chest pains (angina pectoris) take a glass of red wine at intervals throughout the day.
But not all red wines are created equal. Bordeaux wines, the natural choice for an Englishman's cellar, when destined for Britain were often adulterated with flavoring agents and with stronger, darker wines and spirits. Whilst this satisfied the demands of the market it would hardly suit Mr. Sholto's need for purity and desire for salubrity.
Italy's established vineyards succumbed to the ravages of phyloxera after those of France. Italians quickly grasped the opportunity fate had presented them and profited from France's woes by planting vast tracts of new vineyard sites. From 1870 to 1890 Italy's wine production doubled. In 1880 80% of the population made its living from vine-growing, winemaking and trading. These newly planted areas satisfied the demand for plonk whilst the established wine regions of Italy, with illustrious histories to preserve, maintained their traditional high standards. In Chianti, the most prestigious of the many excellent houses were (and are) Brolio, Antinori and Frescobaldi. It is from amongst these three producers that we shall find Mr. Sholto's Chianti.
Baron Bettino Riscasoli, a true noblesse d'epee, inherited the Brolio estate in the heart of Chianti Classico in the mid-19th century. He zealously set about perfecting his wine and promoting international commerce. However, Brolio wines did not line Mr. Sholto's cellar, for the Baron's political aspirations supplanted his interest in oenology.
When he became prime minister of Tuscany in 1860, royalty and diplomats flocked to the region, many of whom subsequently developed a taste for Chianti. Mr. Henry A. Lagard, a minister in the service of Queen Victoria was amongst them. He wrote to the Antinori family from Venice in 1876: "Tell the Marchese Antinori that my friends and I prefer your wines to all the wines we've found here, including those of Bordeaux."
The Antinori family has traded in wine since the 14th century and has owned vineyards in the Classico zone from the 16th century. The firm – in the modern sense – was created in 1895. Although the wine was not commercially available, Mr. Sholto could have imported it through a member of the diplomatic corp. But it was not an Antinori wine that he offered to Miss Morstan.
The house of Frescobaldi is as ancient and respected as that of Antinori. The family dynasty was founded in the 14th century; it's fortunes derived from the lucrative trade in fabrics and from money lending. The Frescobaldis owned the Florentine bank that financed King Edward II's lavish wedding celebration in 1307 at which, it must be added, 1,152,000 bottles of wine (Bordeaux) were consumed.
Frescobaldi di Nipozzano was the wine Mr. Sholto sipped and savored. This wine is different from the others we have discussed. It does not come from the Classico zone but rather from Rufina, the smallest sub-district of Chianti. Wines from this tiny area east of Florence are given equal status with those of the larger Classico zone, and, what's more, they have a delicate traces of violets on the nose and palate that would undoubtedly appeal to Mr. Sholto's refined taste. Further, the wines of Nipozzano were singled out in the 1800's by Doctor Paola Mantegazza who advised convalescents to drink this tonico genuino.
Chianti and Tokay, therefore, form a perfect pair. In common they share an appeal to the sensual nature of poets and artists, a noble heritage, and each is imbued with exceptional medicinal qualities. Yet their flavor, weight and style offer quite different and distinct pleasures. Mr. Thaddeus Sholto chose his wines with supreme logic. They satisfy him completely – body and soul. Indeed, he need keep no other wines.


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General Gerald C. Thomas, a veteran of more than 38 years of distinguished service which included duty on four continents spanning two World Wars, Haiti and the Korean conflict, died 7 April 1984 at his home in Washington, D.C.
In 1951 the general earned the Army Distinguished Service Cross and Army Distinguished Service Medal while commanding the 1st Marine Division in Korea. During World War II he was awarded the Navy Distinguished Service Medal as Operations Officer of the 1st Marine Division in 1942. In that capacity he prepared operational plans for the assault and capture of Guadalcanal and Tulagi. In 1943, after serving as Chief of Staff of the 1st Division at Guadalcanal, he won the Legion of Merit with Combat "V" as Chief of Staff of the 1st Marine Amphibious Corps in the Treasury-Bougainville operation. He was awarded a second Legion of Merit for outstanding service from January 1944 to November 1946, as Director of the Division of Plans and Policies at Marine Corps Headquarters in Washington.
For gallantry in action during World War I, General Thomas was awarded the Silver Star Medal. He also received the Purple Heart Medal for wounds received in action, and as a former member of the 6th Marine Regiment, he is entitled to wear the French Fourragere.
The general was born on 29 October 1894, at Slater, Missouri, and after attending Illinois Wesleyan University, he enlisted in the Marine Corps on 28 May 1917. He was awarded a degree of Doctor of Laws by his alma mater on 10 February 1954.
Sailing for France in September 1917, General Thomas saw action with the 6th Marines at Verdun, Belleau Wood, Soissons, and in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive (Champagne). He was commissioned a second lieutenant in September 1918, and after participating in the occupation of Germany, he returned to the United States in July 1919. That November, he joined the 1st Provisional Marine Brigade in Haiti, taking part in action against Haitian bandit forces until May 1921. In August 1921, he was assigned to the Marine Barracks at Quantico, where he remained for the next two years. During that time he was detached for several months of duty with the guard company at the Disarmament Conference in Washington. He also completed the Company Officers Course at the Marine Corps Schools.
From November 1923, to October 1925, the general commanded the Marine Detachment aboard the USS Tulsa. He was then stationed for two years at the Marine Barracks, Navy Yard, Charleston, South Carolina, and for a year at Camp Holabird, Maryland, where he completed a course in the Army Motor Transport School. In December 1928, after serving as Officer-in-Charge of Land Transportation at the Marine Barracks, Parris Island, South Carolina, he joined the 1st Brigade Marines in Haiti, and became Aide to the Commanding General. He returned to the United States in June 1931, entering the Army Infantry School at Fort Benning, Georgia, the following September.
Graduating in June 1932, General Thomas was made an instructor in the Basic School at the Philadelphia NavyYard. He remained there until August 1934, when he was ordered back to Quantico as a student in the Senior Course. After completing that course, he was ordered to China in July 1935, for duty with the Marine Detachment at the American Embassy in Peiping. He returned to the United States two years later to attend the Command and General Staff School at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, and after graduating in June 1938, he joined the staff of the Marine Corps Schools at Quantico.
In May 1941, the general was transferred to Cairo, Egypt, as a naval observer, but he was recalled to Quantico two months later to become Assistant Operations Officer of the 1st Marine Division. Named Operations Officer of the division in March 1942, he sailed for the South Pacific in that capacity two months later. He was appointed Chief of Staff of the division in September 1942, at Guadalcanal, and in July 1943, he became Chief of Staff of the 1st Marine Amphibious Corps. After participating in the Empress Augusta Bay operation at Bougainville, he returned to Marine Corps Headquarters, where he was made Director of Plans and Policies in January 1944.
In July 1947, General Thomas was named Commanding General of Fleet Marine Force, Western Pacific. After that unit was disbanded in March 1949, he became Chief of Staff of the Marine Corps Equipment Board at Quantico, later serving there as Commanding General of the Landing Force Development Center. He took command of the 1st Marine Division in Korea in April 1951, serving in that capacity until January 1952, when he returned to the United States. The following month he was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General and designated by the President as Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps. He served in that billet until June 1954, and the following month became Commandant of the Marine Corps Schools, Quantico. He retired from the Marine Corps and was promoted to his present rank on 1 January 1956.
General Thomas' medals and decorations include the Distinguished Service Cross; Distinguished Service Medal (Army); Distinguished Service Medal (Navy); Silver Star Medal; Legion of Merit with Gold Star; Air Medal with two Gold Stars; Purple Heart Medal; Presidential Unit Citation with one Bronze Star; American Campaign Medal; Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with two Bronze Stars; World War II Victory Medal; National Defense Service Medal; Korean Service Medal with one Bronze Star; United Nations Service Medal; Commander in the Order of the Orange Nassau with Crossed Swords, the French Fourragere and the Korean Presidential Unit Citation.
General Thomas was buried with full military
honors in Arlington National Cemetery (Section 2, Grave 4967)
Thomas, Gerald C.
Major General, U.S. Marine Corps
Commander, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)
Date of Action: May 22 - June 20, 1951
The Distinguished Service Cross is awarded to Major General Gerald C. Thomas, United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism in action from May 22 to June 20, 1951, while serving as commanding general of the First Marine Division near the Yang-gu-Inje line, Korea.
General Thomas' division was committed to dislodging fanatical hostile forces from their well-fortified and stubbornly defended positions north of the Yang-gu-Injo line. After seizing the objective area, it became apparent that its successful defense required further advance in the rugged, mountainous region northward.
General Thomas, displaying a superb mastery of military tactics, terrain evaluation, and aggressive, determined spirit, pressed forward and, through a series of skillful division maneuvers, secured vital key terrain features against bitter hostile resistance. To insure maximum utilization of the capabilities of the command, he maintained close personal liaison with the forward element and his presence over extended periods of time and during the peak of bitterest fighting served as a strong, steadying influence and set a lasting example of valor for his officers and men. Constantly vulnerable to hostile fire, he narrowly escaped death on one occasion when the helicopter in which he was riding came under a vicious barrage of mortar and artillery fire.
His unflinching courage under fire, inspirational
leadership and deep concern for the welfare of his men, contributed to
the repeated success achieved by his command.
Lottie Palmer Capers Johnson Thomas, 98, died January 24, 2002, at Knollwood, following a stroke. She had been a Washington resident since 1956.
With her late husband, General Gerald Carthrae Thomas, a major figure in 20th Century Marine Corps history, and a veteran of World War I, World War II, and Korea, she served in many foreign posts, including Haiti, Panama, and the China Theatre of the 1930's and 1940's.
Mrs. Thomas was born May 27, 1903, in Charleston,
Siuth Carolina, a daughter of Dr. and Mrs. William H. Johnson. She attended
the Misses Sass' Dame School, and graduated from Memminger High School
in 1922. She became a member of the first provisional class of the Junior
League of Charleston. She was married in 1924.
She was a past president and a 50 year member of the China Tiffin Club, and a founder and past president of the Marine Officers Wives Club. She had been a docent at Dumbarton House and a Grey Lady. She was an avid gardener.
Surviving are two daughters, Tina Bruder of
Alexandria and Ginny Andrews of Washington, two sons, Colonel Gerald C.
Thomas, Jr., USMC (Ret.), of the Plains, Va., and W.H. Johnson Thomas of
Washington, 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at Fort Myer Chapel on Tuesday, February 12, at 11 a.m., burial in Arlington National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to All Hallows Guild - The Bishop's Garden, Washington National Cathedral, Massachusetts and Wisconsin Ave., Washington, D.C. 20016, or the National Society of Colonial Dames of America, Dumbarton House, 2715 Q Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20007.


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Aiyar had Rahul's approval to use derogatory language against PM: Ravi Shankar Prasad
Modi was targeted by Aiyar because he had questioned why Dr B R Ambedkar was given Bharat Ratna in 1990 when he had died in 1956, the Union Minister said on the whole controversy.
Published: 07th December 2017 09:27 PM | Last Updated: 07th December 2017 10:11 PM | A+A A-
AHMEDABAD: Terming Mani Shankar Aiyar's "neech aadmi" remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi as an "insult" to the poor as well as B R Ambedkar, Union minister Ravi Shankar Prasad today claimed the Congress leader had Rahul Gandhi's "approval" to use such derogatory language.
Prasad alleged that Aiyar targetted Modi because the latter had questioned the delayed conferring of Bharat Ratna -- the country's highest civilian award -- on Dalit icon Ambedkar and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
"Modi was targeted by Aiyar because he had questioned why Dr B R Ambedkar was given Bharat Ratna in 1990 when he had died in 1956.
"The PM also asked why Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was conferred Bharat Ratna 42 years after his death. So now, the 'darbaris' (courtiers) of the Nehru-Gandhi family would call our PM 'neech' (vile) for asking these questions? This is an insult of both our PM as well as Ambedkar," the law minister told reporters.
Blasting the Congress, Prasad said Aiyar's remarks reflected the "feudal arrogance" of the party leaders.
"This (the remarks) is the feudal arrogance of the Congress, as they could not digest the fact that the son of a poor tea seller has become the prime minister. What Aiyar said is an insult to all the poor and downtrodden citizens of Gujarat and of this country," Prasad said.
ALSO READ: Congress suspends Mani Shankar Aiyar from primary membership over 'neech' remark
Aiyar's unsavoury remarks have drawn a sharp reaction from Modi who dubbed it as an "insult" to Gujarat and a reflection of "Mughal mentality".
Prasad said Congress leaders believed that only a heir of the Nehru-Gandhi family is capable of leading the country, which reflects a "highly deplorable mindset".
"There is very deplorable and feudal mindset behind this condemnable observation that only a 'waris' (heir) of the Gandhi-Nehru family can run this country and only they are capable of doing so," the BJP leader said.
Prasad said Modi was targeted on earlier occasions as well by Congress leaders "as part of a design" because he comes from a "poor family".
"I wish to say with full responsibility that this kind of abuses being showered on my leader and PM with alarming regularity without any check (is) being done with full approval and affirmation of Rahul Gandhi," Prasad said.
Prasad said Aiyar was a close friend of former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi and they had studied together in school.
Left red-faced by Aiyar's remarks, Congress suspended him from the primary membership of the party.


text: Mirrors And Scales Latest "Triggers" To Be Banned On PC College Campuses By Michael Brown/Ask Dr Brown March 17, 2017 Share this article: This is not fake news. What you're about to read really happened - and at a college campus at that. Yes, "Administrators at Carlton University have removed the bathroom scales from the campus gym, claiming that 'being fixated on weight' does not 'have any positive affect on your health.'"Seriously? This took place on a university campus, a place of higher learning, a place of mental stretching and emotional growth - at least in theory?Well, if we are to follow the school's line of reasoning, then why not close the doors to the campus gym entirely, since being fixated on fitness can produce body anxiety?And why not ban academic exams, since being fixated on grades can produce emotional stress?And why not ban all sports competition, since being fixated on winning can produce pride or depression or a false sense of worth?And why not ban graduation, since being fixated on earning a degree can produce a sense of shame for those who drop out? As crazy as all this sounds - and as crazy as my examples are meant to be - Tom Ciccota reports that, "Recently, community advisors at Bucknell University covered up mirrors in at least one residential hall to promote body positivity."Maybe my examples are not so farfetched after all?After all, getting a D or an F in class hardly promotes mental positivity and getting blown out in sports hardly promotes emotional positivity, so why not make the whole playing field level and call everyone a winner and give everyone an A? Isn't that similar to banning mirrors?Actually, in more and more children's schools, scores are not kept during games so that everyone can be a winner. This prompted one journalist to ask, "Today's kids live in a world of scoreless games and trophies for everyone. When we cushion them from defeat at the early ages, are they less prepared to cope when real competition kicks in?"Perhaps the next thing will be to ban grades in children's schools as well?Back at Carlton university, Cicotta tells us that "freshman Samar El Faki lambasted those who disagree with the decision to remove the scales as 'insensitive.' 'Scales are very triggering,' she said. 'I think people [who disagree with taking it out] are being insensitive because they simply don't understand. They think eating disorders are a choice when they are actually a serious illness.'"Personally, I have the utmost sympathy for those who struggle with being overweight, especially for those who have struggled all their lives. And we know how deadly obesity can be, especially when it starts in childhood, making this a tremendously serious issue.We also live in a society in which everyone is expected to have some kind of perfect, air-brushed body, and we put way too much emphasis on physical appearance. I'm quite aware of that as well.But the idea that having scales in a gym is "very triggering" is absolute nonsense.First, when you're overweight and in a gym, you're quite aware of your girth - you're more likely to wear loose fitting clothes and to be embarrassed at your weight when compared to others - so you hardly need a scale to "trigger" you. You're in the gym to get fit, so that's your starting point, and the heavier you are, the more you're aware of the need to change. Second, reality can be very triggering. A bad report from a doctor can be triggering. A heart attack can be triggering. Getting out of breath when walking to class can be triggering. Having knee pain and back pain because of obesity can be triggering.Do we therefore avoid reality because it is too triggering? (I guess the folks at Bucknell have already answered this: Yes, remove the mirrors lest we see what we really look like!)A few months ago, while on the road speaking, I worked out at local gym with my assistant, who's in his early 30's (I turn 62 this week). There were mirrors everywhere (and I mean everywhere), so it was impossible to avoid seeing yourself, so it wasn't hard to notice that, by far, I was the oldest guy in the gym.Thankfully, I'm in great shape for my age, but I still felt like an old man when I looked around. The solution, though, was not to smash the mirrors or run out of the place. The solution was to say, "Yup, I'm getting older, which is all the more reason to work out even harder, so I can get in even better shape and be an even better steward of my body."That's called getting triggered by reality, and that's a good thing, not a bad thing.In years past, when I was overweight, I would avoid getting on the scale because I didn't want to face reality. It was too discouraging!But there was no denying that my clothes were getting tighter and that my blood pressure was getting higher, and to deny these facts was to deny reality, thereby endangering my health. (There's a reason that high blood pressure is called the silent killer.)So, to the students at Carlton and Bucknell, here's a word of wisdom: It's better to let reality trigger you into action than to put your head in the sand and live in denial.Originally published at AskDrBrown - reposted with permission. Back to home page


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Impact of excess weight on the patient's life is not limited to lowering self-esteem or unaesthetic appearance.
Obesity is a serious risk factor for various secondary diseases, in particular cardiovascular.
Risk of such cardiovascular events as ischemic heart disease, angina pectoris, myocardial infarction, increased blood pressure, heart failure is significantly increased in obese patients.
A probability, frequency and intensity of heart diseases directly depend on the body mass index (BMI). In obesity (BMI above 30 kg / m2), the risk of cardiovascular events is much higher than in overweight (BMI above 25 kg / m2).
The results of statistical studies prove that obesity is a risk factor for hypertension in more than 70% of cases, and coronary heart disease – in about 20% of cases.
Data obtained during the international study Intersalt confirms that risk of stroke increases by approximately 25% when enhancing body weight by 10 kg.
The likelihood of diseases of heart or blood circulation may vary in different forms and types of this polietiologic disease. For example, visceral obesity is one of the risk factors for increasing blood pressure.
Accumulation of excess fat around the internal organs significantly increases load on the heart and may cause various dystrophic disorders, thickening of the myocardium of the left ventricle, and increase in cardiac index.Risk of heart failure and other damages to the cardiovascular system significantly increases in obese patients with a history of coronary heart disease or myocardial infarction.The presence of excess fat may have a direct or indirect effect on function of the heart and / or blood vessels.
In particular, obesity may cause such risk factors for cardiovascular diseases, as:
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- type 2 diabetes
- insulin resistance syndrome.
When increasing body weight, lipid metabolism is disturbed that may cause damage to the blood vessels and formation of atherosclerotic plaques. This leads to clogging of the blood vessels.
Atherosclerosis caused by obesity is a risk factor for other cardiovascular diseases, including hypertension, aortic stenosis, and circulatory disorders.Restoration of healthy weight is one of the most effective ways to reduce cardiovascular risks in obesity. Results of the Swedish Obese Subjects Study confirm that the risk of cardiovascular events may decrease by an average of 5-25% when losing 28 kg or more.
However, in the presence of cardiovascular diseases (angina pectoris, infarction), very rapid weight loss may cause their aggravation. In this regard, obese patients with heart diseases should get rid of excess fat gradually.
When losing weight, reduction of fat deposits decreases load on the heart and blood vessels. Thus, decrease in body weight contributes to gradual restoration of cardiac function, including normalization of blood pressure and regulation of blood circulation.


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in the exclusive Playacar resort area, overlooking the turquoise waters of
the Mexican Caribbean, just 5 minutes from Playa del Carmen. Its impressive
architecture encompasses 434 deluxe guestrooms featuring unique amenities,
such as Riu's renowned minibar and liquor dispenser.
The hotel offers an exquisite
selection of à la carte restaurants and spectacular buffets, complemented by
room service and 24-hour All Inclusive (snacks and beverages). Our exchange
privileges programme allows access to all other sister properties in the Riu
Resort complex.
Cancun Riviera Maya
This luxurious resort, the latest addition to
the Riu family in Playa del Carmen, is the ultimate in pampered first-class
service. Rising along a spectacular stretch of white sandy beach and framed
by tropical palm trees, this spectacular hotel boasts 400 elegant junior
suites with hydro-massage bathtubs and all of Riu's distinctive amenities,
such as a mini-bar and liquor dispenser.
Enjoy the exquisite selection of à la carte
restaurants and bars, along with room service, 24-hour All Inclusive (snacks
and beverages) and the exchange privileges programme with all sister
properties within the Riu Resort complex.
The brand-new Riu Palace Riviera Maya: creating unforgettable memories of
Mexican paradise.
5 Star All
The Riu Playacar is a charming and colorful
Caribbean style resort, located opposite a lovely white sandy beach
surrounded by lush tropical gardens, just 15 minutes from the heart of Playa
del Carmen.
This property features 386 spacious guestrooms
with a full range of amenities including a mini-bar and liquor dispenser.
Our guests enjoy a full range of sports and entertainment activities, such
as Riu's famous theme shows, not to mention the superb international buffet
and superb restaurants, as well as the assortment of facilities available at
our sister properties within the Riu Resort complex.
With its relaxing atmosphere, Riu Playacar is
the perfect holiday choice for families, singles or couples.
This beachfront resort is located in the
Playacar resort complex adjacent to a championship golf course and just a
10-minute walk from Playa del Carmen's main streets.
507 deluxe, colorfully decorated guestrooms in a
Mexican hacienda building style offer a variety of amenities, including a
mini-bar and a liquor dispenser. Riu Yucatan offers tantalizing and varied
buffets and on the spot cooking stations.
Delightful theme nights will satisfy your taste
for Mexican and International cuisine, along with the extensive
entertainment options available all over the Riu Resort complex.
Cabo San Lucas
The Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas
impressive architecture and 642 deluxe guestrooms are set in a spectacular
enclave facing one of Los Cabo's famous landmarks. Unique amenities include
Riu's renowned mini-bar and liquor dispenser, while some suites boast
hydro-massage bathtubs and a jacuzzi on the terrace.
This fabulous resort sets a
new standard for All-Inclusive holidays, with luxurious facilities and a
full range of sports and leisure alternatives, not to mention gourmet food,
elegant furnishings, and Riu's personal, exclusive service.
The Riu Palace Cabo San
Lucas, one of the brightest stars in Riu's firmament, makes holidays dreams
come true. MORE CLICK HERE>
The exclusive and exciting 902-guestroom Riu
Santa Fe Hotel is located alongside our luxurious Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas
in front of the famous arches and at the edge of one of the most beautiful
beaches in the southern end of the Baja California peninsula.
The new Riu Santa Fe Hotel is less than 3 miles
from the marvelous destination of Cabo San Lucas. It contains first-class
facilities such as specialty restaurants, bars, a discotheque and a
mini-club with daily activities. For those who love sports, it offers a
Sports bar, gymnasium, tennis courts, sauna and Jacuzzi. The incomparable
services and amenities of the Riu Santa Fe offer guests the opportunity to
enjoy spectacular vacations for the whole family. MORE CLICK HERE>
Puerto Vallarta
Riu Jalisco rises from an
oasis of palms along a golden beach facing the beautiful turquoise waters of
the Pacific, just a stone's throw from Puerto Vallarta´s great shopping and
This beautiful resort
consists of 700 tastefully decorated guestrooms, all with unique features
like a mini-bar and liquor dispenser. Both children and adults will enjoy
the spacious facilities and the extensive activities and entertainment
programme, with something different for all tastes. There is an outstanding
array of excellent bars and restaurants, just one of Riu's many hallmarks.
5 Star All
Inclusive Jr. Suite.
The Riu Palace Pacifico is
located on Flamingos Beach, only 2 minutes drive from Riu Vallarta and Riu
Jalisco, just 9 miles away from downtown Puerto Vallarta.
Magnificent architecture and
elegant furnishings combined with unparalleled service will offer guests the
highest level of distinction. The ideal place for those vacationers seeking
total relaxation in sumptuous luxury and comfort of our Premium brand.
Riu Vallarta all inclusive
resort right on the beach with fabulous golden sands. Gentle Pacific
breakers. Tall, slender palms. And it's all on your doorstep. But wait till
you see the two pools. One's got slides, they've both got whirlpool baths
and there's even some in-water sun beds. It's a haven of relaxation and it
ticks all the right boxes. And the service is tip-top too.
Giving you a welcome as warm as
the Mexican sun, the staff go out of their way to make sure you have the
vacation of a lifetime. Nothing is too much trouble - from house-keeping's
towel sculptures to chef's flambeed creations, you'll remember this
experience long after your suntan has faded. Speaking of meals, Hotel Riu
Vallarta is an out-and-out food heaven. We're talking seafood, steaks and
everything in between.
RIU Hotels
& Resorts has announced it will be building its first hotel in Mazatlán, a
major tourist centre on Mexico's Pacific shores. The 5-star, 716-room Riu
Emerald Bay, which will be built by the firm itself, is slated to open in
May 2009. This all-inclusive hotel will offer an assorted variety of
culinary choices at its main restaurant, which features a buffet and live
cooking, and its Mexican, Italian and steakhouse restaurants.
The Riu Emerald Bay's state-of-the-art facilities will also cater to the
business meeting sector. The hotel will have four modern conference halls:
the largest will measure 240 square metres and seat up to 108 people, while
the second and third will each measure 120 square metres and seat 48. All
the rooms will have sliding panels and can be opened up into one large,
480-square metre room.
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This VCT was launched as the Baronsmead Aim VCT in 2006, but recently widened its investment policy to become a generalist VCT. It now has the ability to invest in unquoted companies, as well as those trading on Aim, which will diversify the portfolio.
The VCT first raised money when the rules governing VCT qualifying investments were less restrictive, so is allowed to operate under the original rules. These allow it to invest in firms with gross assets of up to £15m instead of the £7m limit imposed on new VCTs, enabling investment in bigger companies and selection from a bigger universe of potential investments relative to a new VCT.
The directors of this VCT expect to see plenty of attractive investment opportunities due to improving market conditions over the next few years. They also point to the continued lack of bank finance for many firms, which has increased potential investment opportunities for VCTs at a time when share prices are attractive.
Recent top-ups to the Baronsmead VCTs were significantly over- subscribed so the directors believe there is demand for a VCT such as this. This VCT can also participate in bigger deals through co-investment with the other Baronsmead VCTs.
Isis has offered VCTs since the market was established in 1995. It has built up a strong track record and is likely to generate interest from IFAs who are looking for an experienced generalist VCT manager.
It is intended that within five years, the asset mix of this VCT will be similar to the other Baronsmead VCTs. However, it may take some time to complete the transition from Aim to generalist VCT. Achieving this will depend on the availability of suitable unquoted investment opportunities and the ability to sell some of the existing Aim holdings.


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Crystal Childcare
Stimulating, active, safe
Your kids will have loads of fun in the safe hands of our fully trained, caring and professional childcare team. We look after babies from 6 months old, to kids aged 8 years.
Which childcare package is right for you?
Pepi penguin nursery
6 months – 4 years
- Nursery care for non-skiers.
- 6 days of childcare.
- Dedicated nurseries for up to 8 children.
Available in:France (La Plagne, Alpe d'Huez and Les Deux Alpes) & Italy (Claviere and Passo Tonale) Find out more
Beanie Bear Club
3/4 years – 8 years
- 6 days of child ski lessons.
- 6 days of child ski equipment hire.
- 6 full days of fun and activities.
Available in:France (La Plagne, Alpe d'Huez and Les Deux Alpes) & Italy (Claviere and Passo Tonale) Find out more
Private Nanny
6 months – 8 years
- Childcare in your accommodation.
- 5 full days and 1 evening.
- Maximum of 3 children per nanny.
Available in:Selected apartments and chalets in FranceFind out more
New childcare for Winter 19/20
For Winter 19/20, we're launching a new childcare club in the Planibel Hotel and Apartments in La Thuile, Italy.Find out more
Hotel-run childcare
We've selected the best hotel-run kids' clubs to give you even more choice. You don't need to book these before your holiday, so you have the maximum flexibility.
Available in: Andorra, Austria, France, Italy.Find out more
Free kids' places
Take advantage of the free kids' places on offer, there are great value family ski holidays to be had – the earlier you book, the more dates and accommodation you have to choose from.


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To upgrade your stay you could book a room of the category "Rursee". There you can enjoy an exclusive view over the Rursee in a single or a twinroom.
The rooms of the category "Rursee" offer the following furnishing:
- approx. 25-35 sqm living space
- direct or sideway lakeview
- with and without balcony
- desk
- minibar
- telephone
- safe
- Wifi
- shower/toilet, hairdryer, make-up mirror
All rooms and suites provide handicapped access by the lift. The showers are on ground-level. We will be pleased to answer your questions!


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11 NEW Starbucks Secret Menu Frappuccinos to Try During Frappuccino Happy Hour
More Starbucks Secret Menu Frappuccinos to try, and just in time for when Starbucks kicks off its annual Frappuccino Happy Hour—where you can get 50%-off Frappuccino orders—on May 1! The event will last 10 days and ends on May 10. You'll be able to order half-price Frappuccinos of any size between the hours of 3pm and 5pm during the 10-day promotion. If you're a Starbucks Rewards member, the Happy Hour period lasts an additional hour, or until 6pm, for each day of the event.
Like the other Starbucks Secret Menu items, these aren't universal drinks—they're created by enthusiastic baristas and customers from all over. No item is known by all or even most (nor are they expected to know them); but if you ask for the item by recipe and not by name, you can get it almost anywhere. So remember to ask for your drink using the recipe and NOT the name. Also, be aware that some of these ingredients are only available seasonally or when they're serving a certain Frappuccino (S'mores, Caramel Ribbon Crunch, Tiramisu, etc.).
Be mindful that some of these take more time and patience than other drinks, so please be respectful to your barista and treat them like a human. Tipping would be extra lovely of you, and remember to say please & thank you!
1. Affogato Frappuccino
This is one of my favorite secret menu offerings. It's just like eating an affogato in an Italian restaurant. The espresso poured over the rich, heavy cream-based Frappuccino makes this item more dessert than drink.
Ask for:
- A Vanilla Bean Crème Frappuccino
- With one extra scoop of vanilla bean powder added
- Made with heavy cream instead of another type of milk
- Shots of espresso poured on top, affogatto-style (4-5 shots for a Trenta, 3 shots for a Venti, 2 shots for a Grande, 1 shot for a Tall)
- No whipped cream
An example of an easier way to order it would be asking for a Grande Vanilla Bean Frappuccino, double affogato-style, with an extra scoop of vanilla bean powder, made with heavy cream, and no whipped cream. The "double" tells them how many shots you want, and affogato means that you want the shots "floated," or poured over the top. Making this frappuccino with heavy cream means a rich drink (or really, a rich meal), but it's definitely worth it. If you really want, you can make it with another type of milk.
You can vary how many shots you order depending on how strong you like your espresso; for the non-tall sizes, you can order one less shot than suggested above if you like a weaker espresso flavor. If you like richer espresso flavors, try getting your affogato-shots as "ristretto" which is the first 75% of a normal espresso shot; it has a more concentrated, refined flavor. It's my preferred method.
2. Rocky Road Frappuccino
Rocky road has always been one of my favorite ice cream flavors. The chocolate, marshmallow, nougat, and nutty flavors are well replicated in this secret menu drink.
Ask for:
- A Java Chip Frappuccino
- With marshmallow whipped cream blended in, or for a layered experience—on the bottom with the rest of the frappuccino poured over it (S'mores Frappuccino style)
- With toffee nut syrup: 3 pumps for Trenta, 2 pumps in a Venti, 1.5 in a Grande, and 1 pump in a Tall
- Topped with marshmallow whipped cream
- Add a mocha drizzle on top if you really like chocolate!
If you're not one for caffeine, a double chocolate chip frappuccino as the starting point would work just as well as java chip.
3. Lemon Bar Frappuccino
If you love lemon bars and graham cracker crusts, give this Frappuccino a try!
Ask for:
- Lemonade to the first line
- Milk (of your choosing) to the second line
- Blended with cream base and ice
- With graham cracker syrup blended in: 4 pumps trenta, 3 pumps in Venti, 2 in Grande, 1 in Tall
- Top it off with whipped cream and crushed graham crackers on top
- Optional: drizzle with caramel flan syrup if it's still available at your store
If they don't have graham cracker syrup, you can try it with vanilla bean powder: 4 scoops Trenta, 3 scoops in Venti, 2 scoops in Grande, 1 scoop in Tall
4. Chocolate Covered Strawberry
This is the new version of an old favorite; it's been made so much better by what the S'mores Frappuccino has brought with it.
Start off by asking for:
- A Strawberries and Creme Frappuccino
- With java chips blended in
- Pour it into the cup, but leave a little room on the top
- Pour milk chocolate sauce over the top: 4 pumps Trenta, 3 pumps Venti, 3 pumps Grande, 2 pumps Tall
- Top with whipped cream and mocha drizzle
When the milk chocolate sauce isn't available, just get extra mocha syrup drizzled directly over the top and lining the cup.
5. Bananas Foster Frappuccino
This was always my favorite childhood dessert. My family would go out for my Grandmother's birthday every year to this one restaurant that had bananas foster, and it was the best thing ever. Now I can get something that sates that craving from Starbucks no matter where I am (because really, it's hard to find an area without a Starbucks within a 30-minute drive).
- A Vanilla Bean Creme Frappuccino
- With cinnamon dolce syrup: 5 pumps in a Trenta, 4 pumps Venti, 3 pumps Grande, 2 pumps in a Tall
- With a banana blended in
- And dark caramel sauce (if the Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino is available) poured over top: 4 pumps Trenta, 3 pumps Venti, 3 pumps Grande, 2 pumps Tall
- Top with whipped cream and drizzle with caramel flan sauce (or normal caramel if unavailable)
6. Strawberry Cheesecake Frappuccino
Your inner Golden Girl will love this one. It's best when they're serving the Tiramisu Frappuccino or still have marscarpone-flavored syrup left over, but it's still delicious otherwise.
Try asking for:
- A Strawberries and Creme Frappuccino
- Add in marscarpone syrup (if unavailable, try white mocha syrup instead): 4 pumps for a Trenta, 3 pumps in a Venti, 2-and-a-half pumps in a Grande, and 2 pumps in a Tall
- With graham cracker syrup (when Starbucks is serving the S'mores Frappuccino):3 pumps for Trenta, 2 pumps in a Venti, 1.5 pumps in a Grande, 1 pump for Tall
- >If graham cracker syrup isn't available, try Vanilla bean powder instead: 3 scoops in a Trenta, 2 scoops in a Venti, 1.5 scoops in a Grande, 1 scoop in a Tall
- Top it with whipped cream, and get crushed graham crackers on top (if they're available)
The marscarpone syrup is available when they're serving the Tiramisu Frappuccino, and the graham cracker crumbles & graham cracker syrup are available if they have the S'mores Frappuccino.


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By: Movie Snurb (A Toast) –
The Mirando Corporation claims it has discovered a new species of super pig. However, you find out this pig was developed in one of their laboratories. They use this new species to develop 25 other pigs and will let them grow for 10 years. At the end of 10 years the farmer who has grown the largest pig will get to have their pig shown off at a big celebration in New York. A farmer and his daughter in South Korea end up winning. However, Mija the daughter doesn't want Okja taken away so she travels to Seoul to stop the Mirando Corporation. While Okja travels to Seoul and then to New York she is captured by the ALF (Animal Liberation Front) who want to expose the real Mirando Corporation to the world. It's a pulse-pounding trip that will have you on the edge of your seat, laughing & crying all at the same time.
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What I love about Bong Joon-ho's films is they always have a concise message about important social and societal issues. The Host spoke about environmental issues and the dangers of not being cautious with how we treat the environment. Snowpiercer spoke about the treatment of people in different classes and whether it is ok to treat people differently or treat them as lesser because they have less or more. Okja is no different; this time his message is very clear about eating animals and whether it is ok to eat an animal. Aren't we all God's creatures? And if so, why are some eaten and treated to inhumane conditions so some of us can have bacon? It also has commentary about the fast-food industry. I read that Joon-ho became a a temporary vegan after visiting a slaughterhouse in Colorado. He wanted the slaughterhouse scene to be terrifying and to do so he needed to be exposed to the real thing. Bong Joon-ho is a very important modern filmmaker because he is able to concisely convey his message and is able to tell it to the world.
The acting is amazing in Okja, from Seo-Hyun Ahn as Mija to Paul Dano as the leader of ALF with quiet reserve to Jake Gyllenhaal as Johnny Wilcox, a neurotic TV Animal scientist who seems almost unhinged and had me laughing nearly every time he was on screen. However, of course Tilda Swinton is brilliant as Lucy and Nancy Mirando. Swinton is a true character actor who can carry a film at the same time. She seamlessly becomes a different character in every film she does. I like to think she is part chameleon because most times she becomes almost unrecognizable and she always pulls it off. I would expect nothing less from any of these actors and they all delivered. It is incredibly well acted.
Not many films can alternate tones between uproarious laughter and true sadness. Bong Joon-ho was able to manage several tonal shifts in Okja and not lose track of the overall tone of the film. I've seen several films that can't figure out whether they want to be a comedy or drama, or action or comedy. Bong's ability to have genuine comedic moments in a drama with moments that will tear your heart apart is unmatched.
Also the VFX is stunning in this film. They collaborated with Erik De Boer, who won an Oscar for the sensational work on Life of Pi. I was amazed with his work of Life of Pi, never being able to tell when they used a real tiger and when they used a CGI one. Okja looked real the entire film. It really helped when we finally arrive at the Slaughterhouse, it feels like we are watching real life animals being slaughtered. If the VFX were any less it would've distracted and lessened the impact of the film that Bong was striving for. However, the effects team nailed this film. I hope Okja is honored at the Oscars with a visual effects nomination.
Okja is definitely the best thing Netflix has produced. It's a blockbuster you can watch from your house, which is great because you're going to need some tissues. It's equal parts hilarious and horrifyingly sad. Okja is another home run from Bong Joon-ho and everyone should find some time to watch this film.
Okja (2017) Drinking Game
Take a Drink: every time Okja's named is said.
Take a Drink: every time you cry or almost cry.
Do a Shot: for every super pig murdered.
Pound a Beer: for Gyllenhaal when his character is drunk and pouring his heart out.


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Sheep Wool Insulation is totally natural, environmentally friendly, and quick and easy to install. It has many advantages for builders – and plenty of indirect benefits too. Here are some of the reasons why you should make Sheep Wool Insulation a key part of your plans for a highly energy-efficient building.
1. It adds value
Sheep Wool Insulation makes sound economic sense because it immediately adds value to your development. Major international studies such as the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors' "Green Value" report show clear links between green buildings and their market value.
Wool insulation and other eco-friendly products appeal to the growing numbers of home owners and buyers looking for green buildings with an excellent energy rating.
2. It's safe
Because the wool is natural, Sheep Wool Insulation is perfectly safe to handle. Unlike many other insulation products, you don't need special equipment or safety clothing to install it. That means a faster, hazard-free installation – and lower construction costs. Sheep Wool Insulation is quick and easy to work with, following the shape of the rafters, studs and joists for a tight fit. Sheep Wool Insulation is also ideal for refurbishments and restoration projects. You can roll it over the existing insulation instead of having to remove it. This is quicker and much safer than removing hazardous material, minimising health and safety risks on site.
3. It's award-winning
Sheep Wool Insulation is certified as the highest performing fibrous insulation, maximising energy efficiency. We continuously monitor product quality to ensure these award winning standards are maintained. Full testing and certification is carried out on all our products to ensure compliance with building regulations and to give you the confidence to make the best choice.
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Sheep Wool Insulation rolls come in a wide range of lengths and depths, and can be layered to achieve requirements. Whether it's a new development or a refurbishment, you can fit Sheep Wool Insulation anywhere – from external or internal walls, under timber or concrete floors to the attic/loft or between the rafters.
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LeBron James is one of the only ballers out there who can claim that his shoes exactly match his ride now that he owns the Lamborghini Aventador King's Pride. This custom-wrapped convertible is designed to look exactly like King James' newest shoe, the Nike King's Pride. It is wrapped in the same jungle-inspired pattern and was created for promotional purposes.
A bunch of people/companies helped bring the Lamborghini Aventador King's Pride to life, including: Nike, Lou La Vie, DJ Irie, Toys for Boys Miami and Rich B. Calienteto. (You can see the Nike name and logo on the car, as well as Lou La Vie on the trunk.) For a car inspired by a shoe that was inspired by the jungle, this Lamborghini doesn't look half bad.
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A priority of Arkansas Methodist Medical Center is to provide quality services to the communities in its region. We not only treat illness, but strive to prevent it. This constant effort has promoted the health, well-being, and longevity of people in Northeast Arkansas and Southeast Missouri. Every year, AMMC sponsors the Men's and Women's Health Fair which provide testing and education, at no cost, to the people in our area.
Diagnostic testing conducted at health fairs have detected medical problems that might otherwise have gone unnoticed; potentially saving the lives of the people who take advantage of this FREE service.
AMMC also offers FREE childbirth education and breastfeeding classes, smoking cessation and CPR classes on an ongoing basis to prevent illness and to provide healthcare skills and knowledge.
With the potential threat of disasters such as bio terrorism and the realizations of 9/11, the AMMC ambulance personnel, in a joint effort with local authorities and emergency service providers, have worked diligently to prepare for such an event. Mock disaster drills, continuing education and taking advantage of state and federal funding for disaster equipment have been key elements in the preparation process.
AMMC employees have given of their time, their treasure and their service to such programs as the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, the March of Dimes and the American Cancer Society. Plus, through the Greene County Community Fund, AMMC employees have also contributed to non-profit agencies such as Mission Outreach, Boy Scouts and CASA that reach out to people in need in our area.
AMMC employees have also contributed to TAC (Teens Are Concerned), LifeHouse Ministries, Habitat for Humanity and the Paragould Regional Chamber of Commerce's Leadership Paragould Program.
During the 2017 fiscal year, Arkansas Methodist Medical Center provided jobs for more than 650 people from our area with payroll and fringe benefits of over $30 million, purchased products and services totaling near $20 million per year and provided $8.5 million in uncompensated patient care. Although these are a small portion of the benefits that are generated through the medical center, it does give a semblance of the impact that AMMC has on Northeast Arkansas and Southeast Missouri.
Chambers of Commerce and Economic Developers estimate that the dollars that a business generates through their employee payroll and through the purchase of goods and services, rolls over as many as six to nine times within a community. Considering the above information, we will let you do the math to draw your own conclusions as to the impact AMMC has on our community.
To access Arkansas Methodist Medical Center's Community Health Needs Assessment, click here.
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Kuwait, 26 November 2015: A team of consultants from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) in London and University College London Institute of Child Health conducted research to see if obese children suffered from stiffer arteries when compared to children of a more ideal weight. Obesity affects 1.4 million adults around the world and is linked to multiple health issues which can lead to an earlier death. 41.4% of girls between the age of 15-18 and 60.4% of boys of the same age were classified as obese or overweight in Kuwait between 2010-2011, making obesity a growing health concern for children. The researchers decided to focus on a common feature in overweight adults – the stiffening of blood vessels – to see if this was a trait that occurred in overweight children, as predicting the future issues of children who are overweight is hard to determine. Stiffer arteries in adults are linked to problems such as strokes and coronary artery disease which can lead to an earlier death.
Researchers conducted a meta-analysis of published research that had used technology to measure pulse wave velocity - which determines how fast blood travels along arteries in children. The speed of blood depends on the 'elasticity' of arteries with less stiff arteries making blood flow slower, something which pulse wave velocity calculates. The authors compared 14 from around the world, including China, Europe and North America, and they were able to see that arteries in obese children were stiffer than those who were of a normal weight. Dr Lee Hudson, a GOSH consultant, and one of the authors of the study notes that the study showed that 'the carotid artery (the artery supplying blood to the brain) was the most affected, which is worrying, as problems with this artery are known to be related to strokes.'
Whilst the paper used many different studies from around the world and so the data set and research were not always identical, Dr Lee Hudson concluded that 'there was sufficient evidence to suggest that obese children have higher rates of stiffening of their arteries which provides evidence that these children are at risk right now of heart disease when they grow older.'
Helping children lead active and healthy childhoods is essential to keeping children healthy now and in the future. This research shows that children are increasing their risk as adults for conditions such as strokes, coronary artery disease, hypertension and diabetes, all of which can lead to a shortened life span.
Dr Lee Hudson is a consultant in general paediatrics at Great Ormond Street Hospital. Dr Hudson specialises in medical complications involved with eating and feeding disorders, obesity, chronic fatigue syndrome and general paediatric conditions in infants, children and young people. Dr Hudson qualified from Sheffield University and undertook specialist training as a general paediatrician in Australia and the UK. He is also an executive member of the International Association of Paediatrics and Child Health and the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health's Young People's Health Special Interest Group.
Great Ormond Street Hospital is a world-leading research centre, conducting research into areas including rare diseases, cancer, genetics, neuroscience, immunology and surgical techniques. In partnership with University College London (UCL) Institute of Child Health (ICH) GOSH is one of the top five research institutions for children in the word. GOSH is also the site for one of the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Biomedical Research Centres (BRC). GOSH is the only academic Biomedical Research Centre in the UK to be dedicate to children's health and between 2010-2014, GOSH/ICH research papers had the highest citation impact of any of the top five children's hospitals in the world, as reported by Thomson Reuters.