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The U.K. loves Emeli Sandé, but will her U.S. career go the way of Adele or Jessie J?
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In Hear This, A.V. Club writers sing the praises of songs they know well—some inspired by a weekly theme and some not, but always songs worth hearing.
The Brits—the BRIT Awards in particular—love their soulful divas, but their chosen darlings have a spotty history of crossing over to the U.S. market. Former BRIT Critics Choice winners Adele and Florence And The Machine went on to wildly successful careers here and elsewhere in the world, while other recent honorees Jessie J and Ellie Goulding have had a more up-and-down road to international success. In 2012, the BRITs bestowed Critics Choice on Scottish singer Emeli Sandé, and while her debut album, Our Version Of Events, became the U.K.'s bestselling album of 2012, it was something of a non-starter when it was released in the U.S. back in June, peaking at No. 28 on the Billboard 200 and No. 16 on the digital albums chart—which is both a shame and a bit surprising, given how it slots into the U.S. pop-music butter zone of dance-inflected R&B. (Then again, that didn't do the similar-sounding, and similarly excellent, Katy B any favors.)
Now, with Sandé recently picking up four 2013 BRIT nominations—more than any other artist, and more than Adele's unstoppable 21 garnered last year—there's no better time for the U.S. to take notice. While the adrenalized, synthy "Heaven" is a good gateway for those who tend toward dance-music appreciation, Sandé's BRIT-nominated global hit single "Next To Me" is a better indicator of Events' charms, a bright and soulful showcase for Sandé's robust, earthy vocals, which recall a little bit of Beyoncé—appropriate, given that Bey's husband Jay-Z has endorsed Sandé and hinted at the possibility of collaboration. Sandé's star will probably have to rise a little higher in the States before that becomes likely, but, hey, stranger things have happened.

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"Abiquiu" seems like a transitional episode of Breaking Bad. Everything is moving into gear for the season finale, and I have no idea how it's going to end. I'm not sure if "Abiquiu" will end up a very memorable episode, but it definitely moves all the pieces into place.
There are a lot of important revelations in "Abiquiu." A key change is Walt and Skyler's relationship. Skyler is becoming more involved in Walt's drug manufacturing as the series progresses. Her motivations are completely in touch with her character. She doesn't want to be doing this - she's looking out for her family. It's similar to Walt's involvement, too. He started cooking meth to provide for his family. Skyler is doing the same thing. It'll be interesting to see if she ends up in the same place as Walt: enjoying the power.
One of the best scenes of the episode is Skyler at Saul's office. Walt is obviously embarrassed by Saul, and Skyler is always direct with him. She doesn't feed into all Saul's "charm." I love how he tried to demonstrate money laundering in the exact same way he did with Jesse. He obviously had that demonstration rehearsed.
Skyler's quick thinking is present again, as she comes up with the idea to use Walt's old job at the car wash to launder his money. I like that the boss with the bushy eyebrows made an appearance. I hope we get to see the encounter when Walt buys the business from him - that'll be a great scene.
By the end of "Abiquiu" Skyler asks to become the "Danny" - or the inside man who looks the other way. Naturally, Walt is against Skyler's involvement, but she's been doing this for Ted all season: she's a pro at doctoring the books. Through Walt and Skyler's negotiations, we learn that Skyler never filled the divorce papers. I thought that was the case, since we've never gotten closure on the whole divorced or not divorced thing.
Jesse's story is pretty interesting this week. The episode opens with a flashback teaser with Jane. I'm glad she's back this season, too (even if only through a flashback). She was one of my favorite characters last season, and her loss on the show is still evident. Last week, we saw Jesse eyeing the cigarette from Jane. Opening "Abiquiu" with her is appropriate because the episode deals with Jesse starting a new relationship.
It's not clear if Jesse's relationship with Andrea will pan out to anything further… I doubt it will. It seems her character was only a plot device to get Jesse to interact with Tomas. The whole thing was a freak coincidence, reminiscent of Walt's encounter with Donald in the bar. Jesse is likely taking this all as a sign… that he has to avenge Combo's death. Imagine how he'd react if he found out what Walt did (though indirectly) to Jane. Jesse was a hell of a lot closer to Jane than he was to Combo.
One scene that I found really strange was the whole encounter between Gus and Walt. I'm sure that was intentional, and we're not supposed to know exactly what it means, but please comment if you have any thoughts. Am I missing something - what is the mistake that Walt's making twice? Letting close friends or relatives get involved? I'm not sure…
Also, before I wrap this up, I just want to mention how bad I feel for Hank. He's in such pain, and I don't blame him for not wanting to go home to a hospital bed. I hope he's able to make a quick recovery. He deserves it.
There's only two episodes left for season three. As usual, I have no idea what'll happen, but I suspect that Jesse's going to be in a lot of trouble when he seeks out revenge. We'll have to wait and see what happens.
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I am trying to find a short story called "Random Sample".
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The story was narrated by a young girl who was in a psychologist's
office. She was explaining how she and her brother (friend?) had been
stomping ants and killing them with a magnifying glass when a
spaceship landed nearby and started doing tests on her and her
brother. Well, she was too clever and very mean and so purposely
failed all the tests and kicked the aliens. Throughout this telling of
her story, it keeps getting hotter and hotter in the psychologist's
office and she keeps asking for chocolate which begins to melt.
The story was only a page or two long--very short. I'd like to know the author and maybe a collection of short stories where it can be located. Thanks for any help!! I really appreciate it!
Hmmm... Maybe it is by T. P. Caravan from a collection called "50 Short Science Fiction Tales" but I can't find that book anywhere--unless I buy it off ebay/amazon or something. Does anyone know if this story is included in another selection of short stories? Or if this story is *actually* in that book? I need it for an assignment and I am willing to buy the whole book so long as I know the story is in there... and that T. P. Caravan is the actual author.


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Glen David Andrews, heavily featured in Spike Lee's "When the Levees Broke," will be showing up in Treme Season 2. Here's a re-link to a USA Today article with some quotes from him. See him at Jazz Fest in the Blues Tent (Sunday May 1, 3:55pm) and Gospel Tent (Sunday May 8, the closing set of the festival at 6:00pm).
And below, I'm pleased to post, is his latest single, a remix of Dr. John's "Gilded Splinters." Love it. I love his vocals-so glad we've got an old school shouter around. What's the saying, "How about some NEW oldies?"


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Agriculture Online: Brazilian farmers turn to GM soybeans, Bt corn
2009-2010 marks the first growing season in which genetically modified seeds exceeded the cultivation of conventional crops in Brazil. According to industry leaders, 67.4% of the Brazilian soybean crop in 2009-2010 was grown with transgenic seeds.
GM soybean and Bt corn are the only two transgenic technologies available for commercial cultivation in Brazil. Until last year, most estimates indicated participation below 50% for transgenics. This milestone marks an advance for agricultural biotechnology in Brazil, where corn and soybeans are the most important crops in the country.
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I will get back to blogging very soon.
During this short time off, I'm seizing the opportunity to make a couple changes.
After stalking the URL BalancingMama.com for a few months, it finally became available. So, in order to match my Twitter handle and better fit my blog content, this will soon become (drum roll please....)
I have a sweet spot in my heart for 3MomsIn1, of course, but my life as Mom and my blog have evolved over the past two years.
I am more than three moms.
Like every other mom out there, I am a thousand things.
This blog is about more than parenting.
It's about me. A look into my life, my memoirs, my recommendations, my dreams and my aspirations.
I truly am a Balancing Mama. I will never be balanced, as true balance is an ever-changing, slightly intangible thing. I am a real person with real stories and struggles. A parent just like most of you.
Thanks for reading! I can't wait to connect with you soon.
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Woo-hoo! Glad the URL you wanted finally came open!
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This is great news, Julie! Can't wait to have you back:)
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In a parish session regarding social justice, Cathy shares her experience of being an active gay ally and a practicing Catholic.
I am honored to speak with you tonight and discuss the importance of our faith community being a body of believers who welcome all persons to fellowship in Christ. My husband and I became members of this parish several years ago. As a child, I was raised a Presbyterian and converted to Catholicism in my early twenties. I love this faith community and am repeatedly blessed by the unselfish devotion of our priests, deacons, our parish staff and ministries. The woman you see standing before you tonight is simply another member of this parish – I am a wife, mother, and daughter. My children are grown and I work for the University of North Texas in the field of information business systems. I currently co-chair the board of directors for one of the largest non-profits in the United States that serves primarily gay youth from the ages of 14 to 23 years of age. Previously, I volunteered as director of the Ally education program held each semester for faculty, staff, and students at UNT. I do not consider myself to be a gay activist but I am an active gay ally. An ally is an individual who works to end oppression personally and professionally through support and advocacy of an oppressed population. Seven years ago God called me to serve Him as an ally for gay and lesbian persons when someone with whom I have a close relationship revealed to me that they were gay.
Tonight we have heard the stories of two wonderful families that I am blessed to call my friends. The first time I heard these stories, I was struck not by our differences but by the similarities we share. When I am with gay couples who share my faith, I only see loving life partners desiring to worship together and raise their children with the support and love of the Catholic Church. For me personally, my interactions with my gay friends and family are no different than with those who are straight. We are all people simply trying to live the best we can out of love and concern for each other.
When I began my educational process about gay persons, I felt very conflicted and confused. In particular I had a hard time reconciling what I believed the Bible had to say about homosexuality. In my heart I believed that everyone was a child of God and loved by Him. My intellect told me, however, that gay persons and families were not part of God's original plan. I rationalized that these were good people who had suffered some kind of abusive trauma which made them incapable of having a normal relationship with someone of the opposite sex. I thought they were people who needed pity and love to be healed, and that if they could not be healed, we should at least care for them in their damaged state.
A very wise colleague at the University spent time talking with me and giving me resources to research as I tried to resolve this incongruence between what I intellectualized to be true versus what my heart was telling me. Thoughts I had were "What will other people think if I accept gays?" and "Am I condoning a state of sinfulness?" The most disturbing question was "Will Christ condemn me for accepting homosexuality as a human state rather than a choice?" The more I studied and prayed about these thoughts, God revealed to me a profound truth. My inner conflict stemmed from worrying about what other people would think of me and also what the Church would say about my moral character. By studying approved writings of the Church, I was amazed at the truths I found. The Church supported my desire to reach out and be of service to gay youth rather than condemning me for it. It became clear that my purpose was to serve Christ by demonstrating through my thoughts and actions that all human life has great value in God's eyes. Mother Theresa of Calcutta is very important to me as a role model. She did not do what was popular and often was criticized. Being a faithful bride of Christ, she was prayerful, sought to be in accordance with God's word and that of her spiritual leaders, and then rolled up her sleeves and did the work in front of her. When I started studying her life and trying to follow her example (though I pale in comparison to her life), my confusion and doubts dimmed. With a clarity that I had not thought possible, my heart and thoughts could be directed with unflinching resolve in ministry to gay youth who had been labeled by their families, schools, and faith communities as untouchables. My choice to volunteer as a gay ally has not always been easy or popular with every one of my family members or friends. I believe, though, that when I stand before the throne of Heaven some day, I will be asked to account for what I did for the lonely and unwanted rather than what my children or neighbors did for them.
Shortly after becoming a committed Ally, I met a young man who was a freshman at the University of North Texas. He came to UNT Ally training and shared that he was gay. He was a nice looking boy, just your average 18 year old. He listened intently during the training and I learned later he was an excellent student. He showed an interest in leadership opportunities on campus and often spoke of his love for his parents and siblings. He was trying very hard not to get caught up in the party scene and was looking for morally healthy social activities and relationships. At that time my husband and I were not members of this parish. It broke my heart when the young man said to me "I want to go to church and I want to show Jesus' love to others through service in the church. Do you know of any church that will take someone like me?" The only church I could tell him about was 50 miles away. He had no car to drive so that was out of the question. I believe that day the angels in heaven wept along with Jesus as this dear young person with so much of life ahead of him hung his head and walked away.
Many of the gay youth that I interact with through my volunteer work have been told to leave their homes the moment they come out as gay. All too often the youth's parents demand they quit being "that way" as the most common reason. They are told "they should have never been born" or "are not a member of the family, they are dead to their parents" or that they are "an abomination in the eyes of God." In the document "Always Our Children" which is a Statement of the Bishops' Committee on Marriage and Family, our bishops tell us that "Generally, homosexual orientation is experienced as a given, not as something freely chosen." With no familial support, the youth turn to their schools and spiritual communities. Sadly the rejection is amplified by homophobic remarks made by school mates, teachers, and administration. One youth I know was daily put into a dumpster at his school for nearly six months and teachers did nothing about it until he finally quit school. The reason he was given was that his place was with the rest of the trash. Unfortunately, many church communities react in similar ways by rejecting gay persons who come to worship and participate. Rarely do church youth groups welcome openly gay teens. Gay youth are at extremely high risk for being attacked or forced to do unspeakable things on the streets just to live from one day to the next. They survive but at great risk to themselves and their mortal souls.
One of my favorite Bible stories is the Sermon on the Mount. I picture Jesus sitting high on a hill as His voice carries His father's words to the hundreds of people who have come to listen to Him. I think there is great significance that Jesus was speaking in a setting with no physical boundaries. There was no guard at a gate censoring who was welcome to draw close to him. No check point had to be cleared where citizenship, ethnicity, church affiliation, or gender preference was verified as acceptable. This is the vision of our church that I dream of. It is a welcoming community for families very much like the ones we have heard about tonight. They are human beings who want to participate fully in worship and fellowship. Like many other couples, the desire for children comes naturally as part of a committed, life-long relationship. They want and need the support and mentorship provided by being a member of this faith community. A great majority of the time, the only children gay couples are allowed to adopt are the ones who have little to no chance of being adopted. Biracial children or ones with significant health challenges are usually the only ones within reach. The miracle for these children comes when gay couples want so badly to love and raise a child that these are not obstacles for them. They spend thousands of dollars and hours, and travel for days to reach these children where they open their hearts and lives to welcome these blessings from heaven. The children are then raised by two loving parents who provide them with structure, good moral principles, and sound spiritual values. I pray that we as a Catholic community walk beside and celebrate milestones with these parents. It is hard to imagine the pain they must feel when they walk into church not knowing if they and their children will meet rejection in the very place they come to find love and acceptance. They need us and we need them.
In the words of Mother Theresa "It is very possible that you will find human beings, surely very near you, needing affection and love. Do not deny them these. Show them, above all, that you sincerely recognize that they are human beings, that they are important to you. Who is that someone? That person is Jesus himself: Jesus who is hidden under the guise of suffering!"
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Panel hosted by New Trier Democrats heavily attended by pro-gun advocates.
The New Trier Democrats' panel on gun control turned raucous Sunday, with some members of the audience yelling and interrupting during the speakers. The panel, which was held at the Glenview Police Station auditorium, was entitled "Guns and Public Safety: Where We Stand After Sandy Hook," and aimed to discuss issues related to guns, including legislation, victims, conceal and carry laws and the history behind the nation's current laws. The crowd, which was so big that many attendees were turned away at the door, was largely made up of National Rifle Association (NRA) members and other pro-gun advocates from around the state. Many were there because of an Illinois State Rifle Association email sent out asking members to come, and some were…
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The Former Chicago Police Superintendent Jodi Weise, stated that Chicago's gun control Laws were a total failure. He also said that the issue is the criminal culture, that exists in Chicago's Southside. The tollerance of evil, lets evil get stronger and stronger... currently 100,000 strong in Gang Member Population.   more ›


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BARON OH fashion show and the BARBIE & KEN Awards
Right after Korean class I met someone whom I like alot. After just hanging around, he kind of spontaneously took me to those events he had to go to. I was clearly underdressed with my asics sneakers and packed with university books and laptop, but I guess he didn't care about that ^_^
I can't say much about those fashionshows, because I never really go to one.. All I know is that I was very impressed by the atmosphere that was going on.. lighting, design, decoration, drinks, food etc. I had a good time at both of the shows, but honestly I can't remember the clothes.. sorry. The whole eventdesign was just way too good.
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Don't be.
It's striking (and telling) that PUMAs give McCain yet ANOTHER pass for his latest "misspeak".. No really. They do. From the PUMAS over at Hillary Clinton Forum:
This will just strengthen the women support for McCain. Before we know, McCain will lead BO in women voters.
Those pigs never learn a lesson.
Weird because I thought that volunteering your wife to compete in a contest that becomes some kind of topless sex dance would LOSE women votes- not GAIN you women votes. But when you're stuck in delusion, you're stuck in delusion.
[Photo taken from Dixie Biker- and his 04 sturgis experience "titty stations"]
Yes, Sturgis, a wonderful place full of sexual provocateur, gluttony,
big fake breasts, and John McCain avowing, "drill here, drill now!" Yes Sturgis, a wonderful place to bring your wife for a festive day of ogling women and wet t-shirt contests.
According to an email Ben Smith received:
"Miss Buffalo Chip has 'been known to feature topless women' in the same way that Guns and Ammo magazine has been
known to feature firearms." Indeed, an ESPN.com columnist describes it as "occasionally bottomless."
And as Taylor already posted today, John McCain thinks that with a little luck Cindy could be the next Buffalo Chip gal!
What luck? You think your wife needs LUCK to beat some scantily clad woman in a leather bikini? What a compliment Johnny.
It shouldn't be surprising that John McCain would go roll around in SMUT at the expense of women with campaign dollars:
1.He's already joked about women being raped by an ape (??)
2. He's already kept money from "sit back and enjoy it" rape jokester Clayton Williams
3.he has already called Cindy a c**t (who he now feels would make a GREAT Miss Buffalo Chip with a little luck- how proud she must be).
4.He has already cheated on his first wife multiple times and then left her home with the kids to jet-set across the nation to visit Cindy BEFORE deciding whether he should file for divorce.
5.He has already opposed requiring insurance companies to cover birth control but instead cover viagra (which he didn't even REMEMBER voting on).
6.He already skipped the Lilly Ledbetter act vote, touting that instead of equal pay, women just need more "education and training"
7.He has already voted against the Equal Rights Amendment. While Senator Obama and Senator Clinton co-sponsored it.
8.He has already said he would like to appoint Supreme court judges who may overturn Roe V. Wade.
9.He has already joked about Chelsea Clinton's appearance.
10.he has already laughed at Hillary Clinton's expense while one of his supporters called her a bitch.
So, don't even pretend like this is some revelation that John McCain would take pleasure in the denigration of women, but please, by all means express your indignation.
But none of that matters! Obama said, "claws come out!"


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A STALKER who burst into his former girlfriend's house and stabbed her new man in a frenzied attack has been jailed for four years and eight months.
And Lee Phillips will be on licence for an extra three years following his release after a judge deemed he presented a significant risk of serious harm of further violence.
Phillips, 36, launched the brutal assault at Annie Russell's home in Penhill after their brief relationship ended.
Colin Meeke, prosecuting, told Swindon Crown Court that Phillips took the split badly and although Miss Russell told him she never wanted to see him again, he continued to pester her.
On September 29, she went to a pub near Coate Water for a drink with Bruce Bridges, a man she met through mutual friends.
He then drove them back to her home and they were in the living room at about 8.30pm when Phillips turned up outside.
"A voice was heard shouting 'I know you are in there Annie, I can hear you talking.' Mr Bridges knew she had what she described to him as a stalker," said Mr Meeke.
"She urged him to be quiet and the two of them sat quietly in the house hoping Mr Phillips would go away. He continued to make noises outside.
"At one point he yelled 'If you don't talk to me I'll bust the door in. I'll kill him. I'll cut his throat. I have got a screwdriver'."
Mr Meeke said Mr Bridges thought it best if he left but as he got up Phillips came in through the unlocked back door.
He grabbed the victim and punched him in the head before producing a blade. The pair were grappling as Phillips brought the weapon down on him several times.
"He was hell bent on stabbing him. Blood was on the floor," Mr Meeke said.
"This went on for some time before the defendant left. He was not there by the time the police arrived."
Mr Bridges suffered a puncture wound to his chest, a slash wound to his left hand, a cut on his right elbow as well as other cuts to his chin and body.
Mr Meeke said that he not only suffered the physical injuries but the traumatic ordeal had affected his self-confidence.
Phillips, of Keynsham, Bristol, pleaded guilty to a charge of wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
Rob Ross, defending, said his client accepted that the injuries caused could have been much worse.
Since being remanded in custody he said he had managed to get clean of drugs which were affecting him at the time of the incident.
Jailing him Judge Douglas Field said: "It is of great good fortune that you didn't cause him more serious wounds with this prolonged and frenzied attack with a knife."


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Venice is one of the most unique cities in the world. The splendor of the city unfolds before you as you walk the narrow streets and bridges along the Grand and secondary canals. This is a city with great art treasures, a long history and incredible architecture. The guided tours available will acquaint you with every aspect of the city including the people who made it what it is today. Tours around Venice are either walking tours or boat tours.
If you want a good overview of Venice, taking in St. Mark's Square, a visit to the Basilica, walking past the Doge's Palace and many other monuments right through to the Rialto bridge, the Original Venice Tour is a good place to start. Couple that with the Grand Canal Tour and you have a great day out. The combined tour is called Venice in One Day.
If you yearn to see a little more and want to go through the Doge's Palace as well, go for the Private Tour of St Mark's Square, Basilica and Palazzo Ducale. But for the most in-depth tour of the Doge's Palace take the Doge's Palace Tour. This is one of the most spectacular buildings in Venice. It is filled with incredible art and architecture, all entwined with a history that made Venice , La Serenissema. The Private Walking Tour will allow you to escape the crowds and see some of the famous of the many churches in Venice, like San Zaccaria, Santa Maria Formosa Church Square and San Giovanni e Paolo Church. The Cannaregio Tour will familiarize you with the Jewish Ghetto, the homes of Titian and Tintoretto and the Carmels Paola Sucola de Misericorda.
When you are ready to escape the hustle and bustle of central Venice, take a tour to the other islands. Murano, Burano and Torcello each have a personality all their own. By this time you will have admired the beautiful Venetian glass products in the shops. Murano is where it is made and you will have an opportunity to see it. Burano is a colorful island of brightly painted fishermen houses and an industry of fine lace. This is the where you can best experience the life of a typical Venetian. As your boat pulls away the bright red, blue and pink houses stay on your mind. Torcello is the third and most quiet island of your tour. It is where life on the estuary began and a little church and cathedral are still there evident of the early civilizations. As you cruise back to St. Mark's you can reflect on the many different aspects of this marvellous city.
While Venice is the jewel of the Veneto, there are several places in the surrounding countryside well worth a look if you have the time. Venice is very different from the rest of the Veneto. It is a romantic tourist city frozen in time, while the rest of the Veneto is a more forward thinking part of the new Europe. Tours out of Venice will allow you to see the contrast for yourself.
The most celebrated architect of the Veneto is Palladio. He had a tremendous influence on bringing the classical architecture of Greece and Rome back to the then modern world of the then 16th century. His mark can be seen throughout Europe and the UK, but is most especially evident in the great villas of the Veneto. The Palladio Tour will give you an in depth tour of some of his famous villas like Malcontenta and Barbero as well as take you through the lovely hill town of Asolo. If you are up for a little different kind of trip there's Il Burchiello. A modern boat modelled after the one that cruised the Brenta Canal in the 17th and 18th century. This is a relaxing way to see the most prestigious villas built in the 17th and 18th centuries by the nobility of Padua and Venice. Your boat will stop at places like the Villa Pisani, Malcontenta and Valmarana.
Want a little more in the way of towns and less villas? The Hill Towns of the Veneto is the tour to choose. You will tour the charming Veneto hill towns of Asolo, Bassano Del Grappa and the medieval town of Marostica, with time left to see Palladio's Villa Barbero.
After all the history, art, and architecture, you may be ready for a change, and the tour to do it is the Dolomites Tour, the Dolomite Mountains are especially picturesque with quaint little villages against a backdrop of jagged peaks and soaring spires. Breathtaking views of azure blue lakes, green rolling valleys and a myriad of peaks make it a photographer's dream. There will be ample time for picture stops. After an idyllic picnic lunch your tour will arrive at the premier Alpine resort town of Cortina D'Ampezzo. Here you can admire the scenery while sipping cappuccino at a sidewalk cafe or explore the town with its streets lined with elegant boutiques. OH what a change from canals and bridges!
The Veneto is also a place rich in farmland for food and wine. If you would like to taste the flavors of the Veneto, there are tours that will facilitate that experience. The Wine Road of the Doges tour is a half of day. It takes you to the eastern part of the Veneto which has been home to vineyards for over 3000 years. You have an opportunity to see the Lison Pramaggiore DOC wine area and sample some of the finest wines of the region with home made appetizers from a family run cantina. For the more serious wine lovers there is a more in depth Tour of the Valpolicella Wine Area where you will visit 2 vineyards for tasting and stop at a local restaurant with a spectacular vista over the groves of olives, vineyards, cherry and almond trees. This is a day you will remember!
If you would like to combine a Veneto shopping experience in a historic market town with a bit of wine tasting in the afternoon, the Portogruaro Market and Wine Tasting Tour will accomplish that. Portogruaro is an old Renaissance market town with arcaded streets. Browsing the market stalls and taking in the charm of the city is a great way to get the feel of life so long ago. And after a morning of shopping, it's off to an afternoon of wine tasting accompanied by traditional appetizers at one of the regions picturesque vineyards.
Another combination tour is the Archaeology and Wines of Fruili Tour. The Archaeological site of Aquileia has been called the second Rome. After an in depth tour of the ruins complete with detailed mosaic floors, Byzantine frescos, and even chariot tracks, you will be treated to lunch in a typical agriturismo with local delicacies, then on to wine-making and tasting.
The romantic city of Romeo and Juliet in the morning and a drive through the Veneto for wine tasting in the afternoon is another option. Verona is a fascinating city with an ancient arena, beautiful piazzas, and a great literary history. Couple that with a drive through the scenic countryside to the Valipolicella wine region where you will arrive at the celebrated winery Amarone. Amarone is famous for their Valpolicello classico and rare Recioto. After you taste them you will know why.
As you can see food and wine are celebrated in this region. The Gastronomy Tour to Collio Friuli is the piece de la resistance tour for food and wine lovers. You will cross the Veneto Orientale to an area called Friuli, here you will visit a state of the art winery for a tour and tastings. You will taste a range of fine wines accompanied by local cheeses, salamis and sweets. You will then head to the borders of Slovenia to a lovely Trattoria for a lunch of homemade specialties, local wines and of course Grappa. After lunch there will be no doubt that the Italians excel in the food and wine department. Well fed and relaxed you will stop at an 11th century monastery on your way back, the Monastero delle Rose, so called due to the micro-climate in the area that allows roses to grow all year. The flavors of Italy that you have experienced this day will leave a lasting imprint on your memories of Venice and the Veneto.
Tasting the wonderful dishes of the Veneto is one thing, but how about reproducing these recipes when you get home? Is there any better remembrance of your fabulous holiday than being able to relive it every time you make your favorite dish? Got your interest, take the Taste of Fruili Cooking School Tour. You will be taken to one of the most charming cities in the Fruili region Cividale to the home of Rosina for a private cooking lesson of the Fruilian specialties, followed by lunch, then a private tour of Cividale with its narrow cobble stoned streets, lively atmosphere and enchanting square.
Combining any of the above tours with your stay in Venice will enrich your experience and further your understanding of the vast history and culinary specialties of the Veneto. Several of the above tours are also available as private tours by car. All of the tours have been chosen to give you the best days out available. So pick a tour, relax and enjoy the pleasures of Italy!


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ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - New Yorkers getting a new driver's license will have to make a choice about whether to be an organ donor, a measure meant to boost sign-ups.
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Montana wildlife officials say they have captured the fourth and final grizzly bear believed involved in the fatal mauling of a Michigan man at a campground near Yellowstone National Park.
A sow and two of her three cubs had been trapped by Thursday. The final year-old cub was found in a culvert trap early Friday.
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- Asperger syndrome: Affected individuals have milder social and behavioral problems than individuals with autistic disorder. They usually have normal speech and intellectual abilities.
- Pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (also called atypical autism): Affected individuals have some symptoms, often including speech and social problems, but not enough to be diagnosed with classic autism.
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that all children be screened for ASDs at their regular medical checkups at 18 months and 24 months (2). Early diagnosis and treatment can greatly improve the outlook for children with ASDs.
How common are ASDs?
ASDs may affect about 1 in 110 to 1 in 150 children in the United States (3, 4). This means there may be more than 650,000 children in this country who have some symptoms of autism (4).
More children than ever are being diagnosed with ASDs. The rates of children diagnosed with ASDs have risen dramatically since the 1980s; between 2002 and 2006 they increased 57 percent, from 6.0 to 9.4 cases per 1,000 (3). Much of this increase may be due to improved awareness and changes in how ASDs are diagnosed.
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Each child with an ASD is unique. Common characteristics and behaviors include a child who (1, 5):
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- Loses skills (for example, stops saying words he used to say)
When is an ASD diagnosed?
A child with an ASD usually does not look different from other children. He may appear to develop normally for the first year or so of life. But during the second year, some children with an ASD begin to fall behind in social skills, fail to develop speech, or even lose skills that they had previously acquired. An ASD is often diagnosed around age 3; however, subtle signs of the disorder may appear before 18 months (2). These signs may include (2):
- Not turning when the parent says the baby's name
- A lack of back-and-forth babbling with parents starting around 6 months of age
- Late smiling
- Not looking when a parent points and says, "Look at…"
Toddlers with these signs do not necessarily have an ASD, as each child develops at a different rate. However, parents should discuss these possible signs and other developmental concerns with their baby's health care provider.
Speech delays can be early signs of ASDs. AAP recommends an immediate evaluation for ASDs if the child (2):
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- Does not say any single words by 16 months
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There is no specific medical test to diagnose ASDs. Health care providers generally diagnose ASDs by observing a child's behavior. They also use screening tests that measure a number of characteristics and behaviors associated with ASDs. If a screening test suggests a possible problem, the provider may do additional tests or recommend evaluation by a specialist.
Who is at risk of an ASD?
ASDs occur in all racial, social and educational groups. Boys are about 4 times more likely than girls to be affected (1). Siblings of an affected child may be at increased risk of ASDs, though the risk appears fairly low at 2 to 8 percent (1, 2).
Recent studies suggest that premature babies may be at increased risk of symptoms associated with ASDs (6, 7). A premature baby is a baby born before 37 completed weeks of pregnancy. Some of the increased risk is because of the higher rates of problems associated with premature birth (7, 8, 9). These problems include:
- Pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia, a pregnancy-related form of high blood pressure
- Newborn health problems, such as brain bleeds
- Lasting disabilities, such as cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, and vision and hearing impairments
What causes ASDs?
We don't really understand the causes of ASDs. But scientists do know that autism is not caused by poor parenting or other social factors. It is a biological disorder that appears to be associated with subtle abnormalities in specific structures or functions in the brain.
Genetic and environmental factors appear to play a role in the disorder. Scientists believe that many genes on different chromosomes may be a cause. A research team recently identified a small gene region on chromosome 5 that may be associated with 15 percent of ASD cases (10). Another study found that abnormalities in a small region of chromosome 16 were about 100 times more common in children with ASDs than in unaffected children (11). Certain infections that occur before birth (such as rubella and cytomegalovirus) and older maternal age also have been associated with ASDs (2, 12).
About 10 percent of children with ASDs have other genetic diseases, including (1, 2):
- Fragile X syndrome (intellectual disabilities and behavioral problems)
- Tuberous sclerosis (non-cancerous tumors that affect the brain and other organs)
- Down syndrome and other chromosomal birth defects
Do childhood vaccines contribute to ASDs?
Childhood vaccines, including the measles/mumps/rubella (MMR) vaccine, do not cause ASDs. Many studies have shown no link between the MMR vaccine and ASDs. In fact, the controversial 1998 study that set off concerns about a possible link between the MMR vaccine and ASDs was recently retracted by the medical journal Lancet that originally published it (13).
Some parents of children with autism suspected that the MMR vaccine, given around 12 to 15 months of age, contributed to ASDs because their children began to display symptoms of ASDs around the time they were vaccinated. Most likely, this is the age when symptoms of the disorder commonly begin, even if a child is not vaccinated.
Another reason that childhood vaccines were suspected of playing a role in ASDs is that, until recently, they contained a small amount of a preservative called thimerosal. Thimerosal contains mercury. While higher doses of certain forms of mercury may affect brain development, studies suggest that thimerosal does not. Since 2002, most routine childhood vaccines have not contained thimerosal. Some flu shots contain thimerosal, but parents can request flu shots that are thimerosal-free.
In 2004, an Institute of Medicine panel concluded, after reviewing many studies, that neither the MMR vaccine nor vaccines that contain thimerosal are associated with autism (14). A 2008 study found that the rate of ASDs in California continued to increase after thimerosal was removed from childhood vaccines, also suggesting a lack of association between thimerosal and ASDs (15).
How is autism treated?
Children often show great improvement with intensive behavioral treatment beginning during the preschool years. A recent study of children diagnosed with ASDs between the ages of 18 and 30 months found significant improvements in IQ (nearly 18 points), language skills and behavior after 2 years of participation in a behavioral intervention program designed for toddlers (16). The AAP recommends that infants and toddlers suspected of having an ASD be referred immediately to an early intervention program (2).
There is no cure for ASDs. However, some children benefit from medications that help improve their behavioral symptoms so that they are better able to learn. Some commonly used medications include:
- Anti-depressants and anti-anxiety drugs.
- Anti-psychotics: A new anti-psychotic drug called risperidone (Risperdal) is the only drug that is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) specifically for autistic behaviors, such as aggression, self-injury and temper tantrums (5).
- Stimulants: One such medication is Ritalin, which is commonly prescribed for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Some children with ASDs are treated with alternative therapies, such as a strict eating plan, vitamins and detoxification therapies (such as the drug treatment called chelation which reduces the amount of mercury and other metals in the body). To date, there is no evidence to show these treatments are helpful (17). Parents who are interested in alternative treatments should discuss the possible risks and benefits with their child's health care provider.
Does the March of Dimes support research on ASDs?
The March of Dimes supports a number of grantees who are studying the role of specific genes in brain development for insight into how abnormalities may cause ASDs. Study results could provide the basis for developing new treatments for ASDs. Another grantee is studying differences in how autistic children process information and pay attention, in order to develop improved educational interventions.
Where can I find more information on autism spectrum disorders?
- Autism Spectrum Disorders (U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities)
- Autism Fact Sheet (National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke)
- Autism (American Academy of Pediatrics)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (2009). Autism spectrum disorders.
- Johnson, C.P., Myers, S.M. and the Council on Children with Disabilities. (2007). Identification and evaluation of children with autism spectrum disorders. Pediatrics, 120 (5), 1183-1215.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (2009). Prevalence of autism spectrum disorders – autism and developmental disabilities monitoring network, United States, 2006. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, 58 (SS-10).
- Kogan, M.A., Blumberg, S.J., Schieve, L.A., Boyle, C.A., Perrin, J.M., et al. (2009). Prevalence of parent-reported diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder among children in the U.S., 2007. Pediatrics, 124 (5), 1395-1403.
- National Institute of Child Health & Human Development (2005). Autism Research at the NICHD.
- Limperopoulos, C., Bassan, H., Sullivan, N.R., Soul, J.S., Robertson, R.L., et al. (2008). Positive screening for autism in ex-preterm infants: prevalence and risk factors. Pediatrics, 121 (4), 758-765.
- Johnson, S., Hollis, C., Kochhar, P., Hennessy, E., Wolke, D., & Marlow, N. (2010). Autism spectrum disorders in extremely premature children. Journal of Pediatrics online.
- Kuban, K.C., O'Shea, T.M., Allred, E.N., Tager-Flusberg, H., Goldstein, D.J. & Leviton, A. (2009). Positive screening on the modified checklist for autism in toddlers (M-CHAT) in extremely low gestational age newborns. Journal of Pediatrics, 154 (4), 535-540.
- Buchmayer, S., Johansson, S., Johansson, A., Hultman, C.M., Sparen, P. & Cnattinguis, S. (2009). Can association between preterm birth and autism be explained by maternal or neonatal morbidity? Pediatrics, 124 (5), e817-825.
- Wang, K., Zhang, H., Ma, D., Bucan, M., Glessner, J.T., et al. (2009). Common genetic variants on 5p14.1 associate with autism spectrum disorders. Nature.
- Weiss, L.A., Shen, Y., Korn, J.M., Arking, D.E., Miller, D.T., et al. (2008). Association between microdeletion and microduplication at 16p11.2 and autism. New England Journal of Medicine, 358 (7), 667-675.
- Shelton, J.F., Tancredi, D.J. & Hertz-Picciotto. (2010). Independent and dependent contributions of advanced maternal and paternal ages to autism risk. Autism Research.
- Editors of The Lancet. (2010). Retraction—Ileal-lymphoid-nodular hyperplasia, non-specific colitis, and pervasive developmental disorder in children. The Lancet.
- Institute of Medicine. (2004). Immunization safety review: vaccines and autism. New York: National Academies Press.
- Schechter, R. & Grether, J. (2008). Continuing increases in autism reported to California's developmental services system. Archives of General Psychiatry, 65 (1), 19-24.
- Dawson, G., Rogers, S., Munson, J., Smith, M., Winter, J., et al. (2010). Randomized, controlled trial of an intervention for toddlers with autism: the Early Start Denver model. Pediatrics, 125 (1), e7-e23.
- Myers, S.M., Johnson, C.P., and the Council on Children with Disabilities. (2007). Management of children with autism spectrum disorders. Pediatrics, 120 (5), 1162-1182.
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Can you believe they still allow smoking in this hotel? Our family stayed 2 nights while in town for a wedding. Our first floor room didn't smell smoky, but the hallway did, and our friends on the second floor complained that their room smelled smoky (even though they were on opposite end from smoking floors). The room was standard and... More
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