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The Dolomites, now a UNESCO World Heritage site, is known as one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world with its jagged pinnacles of pink rock that redden in the early evening light. These distinctive peaks provide a stunning backdrop to the pretty towns and villages of this region which are wonderful destinations for those in search of peace and relaxation or a more active stay in stunning scenery.
Keen walkers will love the many marked trails through flower strewn meadows and for more energetic hikers there are longer, high altitude trails and also some excellent via ferrata. But for those seeking pure peace and relaxation in a pristine environment you will be delighted by our superb hotels, all of which offer wonderful spa facilities and excellent local cuisine.
Whilst Selva, Ortisei, San Cassiano and Corvara are typically Tyrolean in their character, the spa town of Merano is surrounded by terraced vineyards and has a distinctly more Mediterranean feel.
Much of this region was part of Austria until the end of the First World War which explains why German is the first language in many places. But the Selva and San Cassiano areas are also home to the Ladin language and culture which has its roots in mountain farming and craft work.
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The largest village of Val Gardena, Ortisei is a beautiful traditional village renowned for its o
Located at the foot of the striking rock faces of Lavarella, Lagazuoi and Conturines, San Cassian
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Places to see
From Selva and bookable locally
A day tour to the unique city of Venice famous for St Mark's Basilica and the glorious palazzos that line the Grand Canal. Your coach will park on the mainland and you proceed by boat to St Mark's Square where you will have a brief tour before enjoying some free time to explore at leisure.
From Merano and pre-bookable
Bolzano and Renon
Bolzano, capital of South Tyrol, is where Italian and Austrian cultures meet. Optional visits to see Ötzi, the 5,300 year old man! At Renon, a natural plateau, view view the distinctive earth pyramids.
From San Cassiano and Corvara and bookable locally
World War 1 Trenches and Cortina
Visit the site of some of the most brutal fighting of World War 1, the Italian Front. Known as the 'White War' the battlegrounds have been carefully turned into an open-air museum to pay tribute to the many men who fell. You also visit the glamorous resort of Cortina d'Ampezzo for some free time to enjoy the many shops and pavement cafés.
Food & Drink
Of course, South Tyrol has many dishes that are typical mountain fare with Alpine huts and farmhouse restaurants serving simple but delicious dishes. There's nothing better than walking to a hut where you can enjoy a hearty lunch of dumplings or ravioli. However, in recent years there have been many award-winning and Michelin starred restaurants springing up in this area, making South Tyrol a rapidly developing destination for food lovers. Restaurants such as La Siriola and Hubertus in San Cassiano are well renowned.
This mountainous area might note seem a likely place for wine production, and in fact production is quite small, but 300 days a year sunshine plus Mediterranean air currents make for some excellent wine. The most important grape varieties are Vernatsch, Lagrein and Gewürztraminer which are grown on terraced vineyards on sunny south-facing slopes in the valleys.
Guided Walks
Suitable for all levels, walks vary in duration and difficulty ranging from one to five hours and aim to show you the most picturesque views and interesting flora and fauna of the area.
Mountain Cinema Walk - 3 hours - Moderate
View the breathtaking views across the Alto Adige Valley to the Ortler, Texel and high Dolomite mountain ranges, seated in an amphitheatre format from the cliff on top of the range.
Via Crucis & Vallunga - 1 ¼ - Easy
From Selva a gentle stroll is taken up towards the village of Daunei from where we join the Via Crucis. Followed by the lovely Vallunga Valley with its attractive San Sylvester's Chapel.
Santa Croce & Armentara Meadows - 3-4 hours - Easy
A gentle walk under the soaring vertical rock faces of Fanes and have an incomparable view across the Val Badia while walking through the Armentara meadows full of tiny lakes and flower displays.


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The Commission shall transmit to the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House of Representatives a copy of any flammability regulation promulgated by the Commission under section 1193 of this title.
Congressional inaction on, or rejection of, a concurrent resolution of disapproval under this section shall not be construed as an expression of approval of the regulation involved, and shall not be construed to create any presumption of validity with respect to such regulation.
The Flammable Fabrics Act, referred to in subsec. (b), is act June 30, 1953, ch. 164, 67 Stat. 111, as amended, which is classified generally to this chapter. For complete classification of this Act to the Code, see Short Title note set out under section 1191 of this title and Tables.
A prior section 1204, act June 30, 1953, ch. 164, § 17, as added Dec. 14, 1967, Pub. L. 90–189, § 10, 81 Stat. 574; amended May 11, 1976, Pub. L. 94–284, § 19, 90 Stat. 514, related to the National Advisory Committee for Flammable Fabrics Act, prior to repeal by Pub. L. 97–35, title XII, § 1205(b), Aug. 13, 1981, 95 Stat. 716, eff. Aug. 13, 1981.
2008—Pub. L. 110–314, § 204(c)(2)(H), which directed substitution of "Commission" for "Consumer Product Safety Commission" in this section, was executed by making the substitution in subsec. (a) before "shall transmit", but not in subsec. (b)(1), to reflect the probable intent of Congress.
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The Samaritan Center has been saving lives, healing emotional wounds and giving hope to individuals and families for over 40 years. The Center's mission is to improve the mental, physical, and spiritual health of children and families in Central Texas.
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MARINELA means sailor in Basque.
The original kaikus were worn by Basque sailors and fishermen and the one we inherited was alsi marine blue colour, so we could not forget them in our Kaiku collection and we published this MARINELA edition. They are made with natural fabric 100% merino wool made in Spain. As always, our coats are hand crafted by local artisans in the Basque Country.
MetaKultura special edition
Meta! was the name of the crowdfunding campaign with which we were able to produce these 102 kaikus (34 in each color) with the help of the local government from Gipuzkoa and lots of people that believed in our project before they could even touch it.
Kaiku Collection.
Kaiku is the coat traditionally worn by the Basque fishermen or arrantzales. It was made by a tight wool fabric, perfect for the heavy rains and humid wind they have to deal with on the sea.
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An attempt to set aside land purchase contracts in New Zealand. Ownership of Maori land had been steadily proceeding through purchases from individual Maori, not tribal communities, ignoring the guarantees of the Treaty of Waitangi (1840). In 1873 Henare Matua, a Maori chief, appealed to the Hawkes Bay Native Lands Alienation Commission to repudiate land purchase contracts drawn up in the Hawkes Bay area. He received some support from settler-politicians anxious to embarrass the large landed interests. The movement met with little success in overturning contracts, but it did contribute to the growing separatist movement among Maoris, the Kotahitanga.
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Jñana-Pravaha - Centre for Cultural Studies & Research
South of Samne Ghat, Varanasi 221005
Ph: +91-542-2366326
Since time immemorial, Varanasi has been an acclaimed seat of education and culture. This wealth has drawn many seers, sages, and scholars to Kashi and they, in turn, have contributed to its eminence. Kashi's magnetic lustre drew Smt. Bimla Poddar also, who began philanthropic work for the exploration and preservation of India's rich culture. In 1996, her vision culminated in the inception of Jnana-Pravaha, a Centre for Cultural Studies under the Jnana-Pravaha Trust. It is situated on the west bank of the Ganga in a pristine environment. (www.jnanapravaha.org/GatewayToJnanaPravaha.htm)
Jñana means "knowledge, understanding, wisdom or learning" and Pravaha means "current or flow (of water/electricity etc)." The Jñana-Pravaha society was created to encourage the continued practice of Indian traditions. Set right on the banks of the Ganges river in Varanasi, it houses an entire museum of artifacts from ancient India. As this is a private museum and art gallery, tickets are sold at 50 rupees person. Photography inside the building is not permitted. Craftsmen produces idols made out of silver, gold, bronze and stone as well as bowls, cups etc all beautifully engraved. These are all for sale at Jñana-Pravaha. The gardens are exceptional and contain a variety of flora and fauna native to India. Come and browse the ancient artifacts of Northern India. Then, take a walk in the garden and meet the craftsmen. It is well worth a trip to see this museum and art gallery.
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Yesterday I sat on the Grand Avenue steps of the church and ate my lunch. The weather was beautiful. Cars and trucks drove by and I watched and enjoyed the time.
That is pretty much my midweek for this week. I just sat and took in the world around me.
I am worried about the people in Houston and the horrible flooding.
I officiated at a funeral this week and I feel the grief of friends and family. I will attend another funeral on Friday.
I am thinking about the future of our church, what I will preach this Sunday and in the weeks that followed. We are ordering Advent bulletins. I met with a confirmation leader to make plans.
The violence and divisiveness in our country breaks my heart and I want to find my place in building peace.
All of this and more is on my mind and on my desk. As a disciple, it is my job to work and serve and build the kingdom God dreams of.
But if I don't take time and look at the world around me and take it in in all its beauty, I will lose track of why I do what I do. It is this thing called "sabbath" that God gave us. Sabbath is holy time to rest and enjoy and refuel. Without it, work is simply work and our lives are a rush of to do lists. Sabbath restores our "why." Why work? Why serve? Why pray for the people of Houston? Why work toward peace?
Because yesterday at noon, God sat with me on the Grand Avenue steps and I heard God sigh, "Isn't this a good world?" And a holy yes poured into my soul.
And then I went back to work, reminded again of why I work.
My prayer for you today: that you have a time of Sabbath and that the holy yes finds you.
Every blessing,
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This week at West Des Moines United Methodist Church
On Sunday in worship we look at just what God is promising when God says "see I am making all things new." Come and join in the conversation.
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Morning Y'all! The weekend is finally here. I have a wedding this weekend that I'm very much looking forward to (Wilson Phillips and Bieber have been promised by the bride). I also hope to get a head start on our family's Secret Santa gift exchange. We did it a couple years ago and it was so much fun! This year we used SneakySanta.com to draw names, since we couldn't all be together to actually draw names from a hat. It's great because you can include a wishlist with links to things you want. My youngest sister was all over that ;) We also have really involved rules, too. See here:
And you HAVE to follow them or you get the award for Grinch who stole Christmas, and we all live in fear of that title. We take pictures and make a book out of it and it makes for a great Christmas memory. I think it helps ease the pain of not having any kids who believe in Santa anymore. My youngest sister, Laura, let us believe she believed in Santa until she was 16, but once it became clear we weren't fooling anyone we had to find a way to bring back Christmas magic. Anyway, I hope y'all have a wonderful weekend! I included some links to some of the gift guides I came across that had things I would actually buy on them. Enjoy all these linkies with some spirited drinkies y'all!
I wonder if there is an interest for a tome on my life with a toddler at Target
GIFT GUIDE #3: For the Chef
note the placemats
GIFT GUIDE #4: Great ideas from friends of The Enchanted Home
including a fabulous blanket and monogrammed towels, which we desperately need
A fellow blue and white lover shares her display
GIFT GUIDE #5: A really great Dude Gift Guide
Chinoiserie Nesting Tables for Cheap
GIFT GUIDE #6: For the Home
love the monogrammed blanket and wall poster
Do Your Eyes Light Up When You See Your Child?
Always something I try to keep in mind
Amanda from Dixie Delights always inspires me, especially her house all done up Christmas-style
I'll take one cashmere party cardi in each color please
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Searching for a missing student, two private investigators break into his house and find collection of VHS tapes. Viewing the horrific contents of each cassette, they realise there may be dark motives behind the student's disappearance.
2 private investigators are hired by a woman to find her son who has been missing for a week, she gives them and address and tells them a window round the back is always open. When the investigators get in they find a room with a laptop showing a paused video and piles of VHS tapes and TVs all hooked up together. The man says he will go search the house while Ayesha stays in the room and checks the tapes.
Between the viewing of each tape things start to slowly get worse. Who is that in the background
(Bellow are quick descriptions of each of the short films)
Phase I Clinical Trials
A man wakes up in a doctors chair after having an operation to have a camera replace an eye he lost in a car accident. The doctor informs him that he might have some glitches and see flashes of light from time to time and for that reason they have installed a recording chip to make sure, the man is worried about "private" time and asks if it will really record everything but the doctors says it's a small price to pay in return for the government paying for his operation to get his sight back. Upon returning home the man starts to imagine he is seeing things and after a restless night there is a knock at the door......who is it and what happens?
A Ride in the Park
A mountain biker is taking his new bike out for a try and films it all with a helmet mounted camera, he calls his fiancee to let her know and that they will meet up with their friends for breakfast after he has gone round the park. Everything is going fine till a woman jumps out of the woods and runs into him, she is covered with blood and screaming about her boyfriend (did he do this to her?) He gets off his bike to help her but by now she is throwing up blood and passes out. He hears around groaning and sees some people shuffling towards them, he picks up the woman but she turns feral and claws at him. He gets away but falls down and collapses. In the distance we see 2 more bikers coming down, they see him and go to help......should they help or turn and run?
Safe Haven
In Indonesian a new crew is sent to report on what goes on in a cult. They take in cameras to record the interviews but also wear hidden cameras so they can film more then what they are told they can. Not long after setting up the camera for the interview one of the men heads off outside to get another battery but while outside he over hears his fiancee telling his best friend that she is pregnant and that it's his baby! A bell begins to chime and the "father" of the cult starts preaching over a tannoy system telling the cult that "time of reckoning has finally come". The camera man goes to ask "father" a question but he flips, pulls out a blade and warns him not to do it again.......Is it just a harmless cult or is they a darker side to it?
Slumber Party Alien Abduction
A group of young teenagers are playing pranks and recording it with a camera they have some how strapped to the dog. The boys sister is looking after them for the night and the group of boys play pranks on her and her friends (even go as far as filming her enjoying time with her boyfriend). The boyfriend goes after them to get the camera back but then the power cuts out and a loud noise shakes through the house......another prank or something else?
I saw the first V/H/S film and really enjoyed it so as soon as this came out I had to get it watched. V/H/S/2 has it's fair share of "WHAT THE HELL" moments and a fair amount of gore so it's not for the faint of heart. I did feel that this film felt a bit rushed but over all there were no problems at all. If you love found footage films then get this. You will be pleased!


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Speaking of dubious claims, there are usually more than a few every year in the ces International Hall. Over the years, the claims usually change to fit the latest technology trends. A few, however, are seemingly evergreen. Take the "world's smallest MP3 player," for instance.
There are a lot fewer companies claiming this feat in 2011 (most have moved onto the MP4 player field–no word on MP5 players yet, though), but a few are still carrying the torch.
This is the Kube. It's shaped like a cube (clever, huh?). It claims the elongated title of "the world's tiniest thumb-sized MP3 player. It was manufacturered by a Sinapore company. It has 2GB of built-in memory and no screen–but it sure is tiny, huh?


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PE Houses Holding on to Their Assets Until European Markets Stabilizes
The overall value of European buyouts totaled €9.1b in Q2 2012, a 34% decrease from €13.9b in Q1 2012 and almost 60% below the value of Q2 2011, according to the latest data published by the Centre for Management Buyout Research (CMBOR), sponsored by Ernst & Young and Equistone Partners Europe.
Wider macroeconomic conditions in Europe continue to provide an uncertain backdrop for Private Equity (PE) deal activity, and the UK continues to lead with €3.3b in Q2 2012 in 38 deals, totaling €9.8b in 106 deals for the first half of this year.
Sachin Date, Europe, Middle East, India and Africa Private Equity Leader at Ernst & Young, comments, "Despite various initiatives such as the ECB's injection of €500b in loans of three year money to the banks in December, sellers remain cautious and many are adopting a view 'wait and see' until the landscape across Europe show more signs of stabilizing for the long-term."
Number of deals fell in Germany and France
There were only twelve deals, for both countries, compared to 27 for France and 15 for Germany in the previous quarter. However, with a total of €1.4b from €600m previously, France saw a 116% increase in deals value, ranking third behind the UK, representing an average deals size of €115m, well above the overall European average deal size of €82m.
Sachin comments, "After a remarkable showing in 2011, PE activity numbers of deals, France has been hit by the current macroeconomic and political situations. Pricing and access to finance continue to be a major challenge, especially for the secondary leverage buyout market."
In a surprising turn, given its strong economic position, Germany saw its combined values fall from €0.7b to €0.2b, just over 10% of the €1.5b figure recorded at the same time last year, with an average deal size of just €12m. While Germany was the third largest market in 2011, it fell to the ninth position in H1 2012 well behind the UK, Belgium, Sweden, France, Switzerland, Spain and Norway.
"The drop off in activity in Germany is not due to a lack of appetite – in fact we know there is appetite for investing here – the issue is one of pricing and meeting price expectations, until sellers feel more confident these can be achieved they won't sell," explains Sachin.
The UK held on its top spot, both in numbers and value – 38 deals in the second quarter. Valued at €3.3b, the UK is well ahead of the rest of the European market; however, Sweden saw the largest buy-out of the quarter with the sale of Ahlsell, the construction products and machinery distributor to CVC for €1.8b. This is Europe's largest private equity deal since last summer, and marked the exit of Cinven and Goldman Sachs from the company. The Nordic markets have held up relatively well with a combined value of €2.5b.
Christiian Marriott, Director at Equistone Partners Europe Limited comments: "Whereas the total value of private equity buyouts in France outstripped the UK last year, the UK has performed robustly so far in 2012 totaling €9.8bn, dominating the European buyout market and accounting for nearly half of the overall buyout value. Continental Europe continues to suffer from unresolved macroeconomic uncertainties, however with some important political elections behind us, this could improve towards the end of 2012 as the Eurozone crisis stabilizes."
Manufacturing still leads by number of deals but technology and telecoms remain strongest in terms of value
While the number of manufacturing deals is holding up, the average value falls from €75m in 2011 to €43m so far this year. This is partly due to the lack of deals activity in Germany.
The leading industry by value was the telecommunications media and technology sector (TMT), with a combined value of €5.3b from 36 deals, in H1 2012. More specifically there is significant interest in software and mobile communications which accounted for €3.7b of the total value.
Sachin explains, "We are seeing newly formed interest in technology software from PE and a continued interest in mobile telecoms, a trend which already started three years ago, with Sunrise and has continued with Orange Communications, Misys and Turaz/Kondor."
Private sales proved more popular than secondary buyouts (SBOs)
Private sales (36 deals) accounted for nearly twice as many deals as SBOs this quarter, followed by local divestment (31 deals), while the value of public-to-private deals has been creeping up during the year, reflecting the depressed nature of the public markets. Although, SBOs have remained an important source of deal activity, with a combined deal value of €9.0b in the first six months of the year, they were at their lowest level since Q4 2009, with only 19deals completed (value €3.4b) in Q2 2012.
Unsurprisingly we have seen some high profile distressed sales this year, so far this year there have been 19 'distressed' sales, where companies have been bought out of insolvency, six of these were during Q2 2012.
"Typically in times of economic stress we see the retail sector hit with insolvency issues, and PE firms are taking the opportunity to pick up these assets at discounted prices, so we expect values to be driven down in this sector even if volume levels are holding up." comments Sachin.
Pipeline of activity
Despite a bleak short-term outlook, there are a number of announced deals still pending across Europe, such as Bain Capital's acquisition of Bravida in Norway and Lion Capital's acquisition of Alain Affelou in France.. If conversion rates prove successful, this could bring confidence back into the market.
Sachin concludes, "Looking ahead, strategic trade buyers will continue to play a significant role in the European buyout market. Cash rich US and Asian buyers continue to come into the European market and picking up strategic assets where they can see clear synergies, a recent example is US firm Walgreens' recent acquisition of a 45% stake in Alliance Boots.
"We anticipate that pent up demand from both buyers and sellers will result in a return of market activity. However, we still expect the market to remain quite difficult, for at least the next six months, for deals to return."


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"My family has done business in Geneva for generations. When it was time to grow, the City and its partners stood ready with critical financing to support our growth."
–Bill Legott, Owner, Club 86
Retaining and growing our existing business is our highest priority. When your existing business in Geneva is ready to grow, the City and our partners stand ready to support you in your expansion efforts.
As your expansion plans firm up, the City can facilitate the financing you need to achieve your growth goals. Whether it's making a connection with a local lender, facilitating a loan with one of our partners, or supporting you through our own Revolving Loan Fund program (or all of the above!), we can help you put together a financing package that makes sense to your bottom line.
The City's Local Development Corporation manages investments in business growth through our Revolving Loan Fund. These funds can be used to support equipment acquisition, facility rent, payroll, or working capital. Funds are locally-managed and the application and funding processes take as little as a few weeks to complete.
The City also has an extensive network of partners who can support projects through low-cost financing. Ontario County's Economic Development Corporation offers its own revolving loans, which can be paired with City funds to complete a financing package. Additionally, the City regularly partners with the Small Business Administration Small Business Administration and local not-for-profit PathStone on financing opportunities for expanding firms.
The City's Industrial Development Agency can also support your expansion through a number of locally-developed incentives. Qualified projects can be eligible for property tax phase-ins, mortgage and sales tax abatements, and land-cost write-downs. Contact Adam Blowers to discuss your project and evaluate these incentives for your expansion.
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There are a wide range of public and private sector opportunities for growing your business in a new location.
The Geneva Industrial Park is a 150-acre publicly owned site, with available parcels ranging from 5 to 25 acres. It is fully served with electric, natural gas, fiber optics, water, and wastewater.
The City and our partners are pleased to offer two production incubator spaces. The Cornell Agriculture and Food Technology Park is home to a Food and Agriculture incubator, which offers low-cost office, laboratory, and production space. Contact Gordon Maynard to schedule a tour of the space. The City operates an additional incubator at the Geneva Enterprise Development Center, which is home to production, financial services, food and beverage, and information technology firms. Contact Bob Brown to discover opportunities at this site.
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Austin Heights Golf & Hotel Resort
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- Jalan Mutiara Emas 8
- Johor, Taman Mount Austin 81100 Malaysia
Austin Heights Golf & Hotel Resort is located only 15 kilometres from the Johor Bahru causeway and less than 30 minutes from Singapore via the EDL link. The resort boasts an 18-hole championship golf course and a world class clubhouse of unparalleled grandeur and elegance.
The course was designed by Nigel B Douglas. Sometimes it's the little things that make a big difference setting apart a great golf club from an average one. At Austin Heights Golf & Hotel Resort, we got the little things right such as the 'club sandwich' as you make the turn. Recently renovated and also known having the 'Biggest room in town' our Hotel room guaranteed the best deal. Also, the attitude of the staff throughout the course and the quality of the caddie. They all add up to that intangible quality that many of the great clubs have.
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Dan S
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Date Joined Nov 2005
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Posted 11/28/2005 7:40 PM (GMT -6)
I have no idea what is going on in my life. Im sixteen and it seems that everyone around me moves in fast motion socially. I have almost a voice inside of my head (not a real voice but the metaphor works to try and explain it) that constantly criticizes all of my actions socially, and proposes ideas on how to fit in and not be terribly awkward around all people. It seems that everybody around me is able to communicate
openly about
most things, and furthermore have regular conversation. Since i have this "voice" it is almost like I am always having a conversation with myself, trying to figure out how to interact and be happy. This inward conversation leaves me desperately reaching for any form of dialogue. I believe this inability of normal well adjusted conversation leaves me without any attraction from the opposite sex, even though I know that I am a good looking person, and am easy to get along with. Though I am secretly so conflicted, I have many friends from all different cliques in a high school setting. However, I believe this
openness has cost me a sense of identity, which may be the root of my conversation problem. Life overall seems overwhelming. I have lost interest in doing well in school until I receive a bad grade, and even then I only fret that I will have to sit through one of my dad's "gentlemanly" talks. Though yes, this is definitely preferable to physical abuse, he drones in a monotone voice for sometimes an hour repeating himself. He never exhibits any form of emotion in front of me, even when he laughs it is completely false. He is a town doctor, and is well known to be a perfect gentleman. He can only talk about
science, which I am not interested in, and his efforts to make conversation with me, on topics that i like, such as sports or music, he ALWAYS talks about
the news from about
four to five days ago. As I observe relationships with my friends and their families, there is an incredible difference. Their parents talk to them
openly and do not try to shelter them constantly. I cannot have normal conversation with my parents. I believe they are very sheltered from me, and I believe they are very fake or their conversation is so contrived that it is unbearable to continue it. My mom tries to be a perfect stepford mother that is only happy and never allows me to curse or make any humorous references to anything other than innocent immature topics or else she guilts me into thinking how terrible my actions were, she even still talks to me in baby talk and is gravely offended when I tell her to stop. I never hear my parents fight, even though I know they do because they secretly tell me about
their grudges. This lack of exposure to any emotion leaves me completely apathetic, very emotionless and it is almost unbearable to express love or lust for another person, because of all of my mothers guilt training teaching me that anything sexual is immoral, thus leaving me constantly at a "just friends" stage with all women. I feel so sheltered from my parents that when I watch television, I keep ESPN as a safe channel so they do not ever see me watching anything but sports, which is the only thing I am completely comfortable talking about
in any situation. I believe all of this inward thinking has led me to many revelations or what I deem to be revelations. I often observe people socially and notice the differences between their thinking and mine. Almost all people have a sense of identity to which they can be impulsive in action or conversation. I can never "go with the flow" because I analyze every situation in painstaking fashion. Every day is a struggle to find myself, even though I spend the entire day trying to do so, and it is also extremely depressing. I have not considered suicide, but all of my inward thinking has led me to realizing that there is no difference between life and death and that the thought of my own death does not startle me at all. I'm going to try to wrap this up because i could ramble on for days and I do want feedback so I don't want to turn anybody off by writing a book, but please consider my situation when giving me advice if you are kind enough to do so. It is virtually impossible to tell anybody about
my emotions because then it will make people conscious of the fact that there is something not right, and then that further distances me, and I cannot tell my parents because they would be devastated and they would not know how to handle it, thus leaving me the only responsible one and having to console them about
the whole thing and act like nothing is wrong, and I would be forced to say something like "theres nothing wrong, I'm just depressed." which to me would be incredibly painful. Sorry this post was so long, I hope someone out there reads this and responds.
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Posted 11/28/2005 8:30 PM (GMT -6)
Hi Dan,
You actually sound lucky to me, because you have a good grasp of the situation--but just don't know what to do about
it. There are steps you can take, realizations you can make that will turn off the voices. Right now I'm tired, so I'm only going to toss out one idea.
This may sound silly, but go to a movie--one the guys would like, if you want to talk to them, one the girls would like, if you want to talk to them. Anyway the idea is that you tell others about
the great or lousy movie as an ice breaker, it will give you the opportunity to practice conversing about
things outside your normal realm.
While you are thinking about
that, know that you aren't alone--I've seen lots of guys with similar backgrounds and problems. Maybe some guy can jump in and put an percentage to it.
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Date Joined Nov 2005
Total Posts : 8
Posted 11/29/2005 11:50 PM (GMT -6)
I'm not a shrink or psychologist, but it sounds like you have the type of personality described as "analytical." You are very self-aware and think a lot about
your own actions and those of others. I'm like that too. I've always found it weird that so many people talk and act *without* thinking much about
it, but not everybody is analytical. The danger, of course, is in over-analyzing things, or getting so bogged down in analysis that you can't make a decision.
You also sound like an introvert. (Common among analytical people.) There's nothing wrong with that, even though it sometimes seems like the world favors extroverts. There was an article about
that came out yesterday, and it says introverts may actually use their brains more. You can read it at:
( or http://tinyurl.com/d8gp7 )
There's also a humorous analysis of this personality type at:
It may be that your parents' awkwardness in talking to you has kept you from getting "practice" in having
open and heartfelt conversations. However, it's also perfectly normal for teenagers to have difficulty with these issues. We get years of experience being a kid before puberty, but then we have to adjust to completely new way to relate to the world as a teenager, an "almost adult" and then an adult. It's confusing for everyone going through it.
I guess my point in all of this is that you shouldn't think you're weird or wrong to feel these things. It may really help to get counseling, however. Sometimes we need someone to talk to who is separate from our family life and social life, so we can be
open with them without fearing how it might affect those other relationships. Sometimes a school counselor or priest/rabbi can serve in this role -- and you won't have to tell your parents.
Telling your parents also might not be as bad as you imagine. You don't necessarily have to describe all your feelings with them to say you'd like to talk with someone. If your dad is a doctor, he may well understand that depression is a medical issue that can be helped with meds and/or counseling. It's estimated that 20 million Americans experience clinical depression each year, and it's nothing to be ashamed of. Maybe you don't even have depression, but talking to a doctor could help you find out.
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Dan S
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Date Joined Nov 2005
Total Posts : 3
Posted 11/30/2005 10:01 PM (GMT -6)
Wow....these articles really helped...however it is still very unsettling that I literally cannot conduct normal small talk....however, this introversion explains why i can sit alone and play guitar
for hours....it also explains why i love improvised music with long songs that take you on an emotional journey of sorts...the musical journey sort of parallels the convoluted emotional journeys that my inner thinking takes me on...anyways....if anybody else is reading this post and ur the same way that I am (introverted person who wants to be able to socialize)...i have a few ideas that might help...be outward with almost all of your complaints (i have found that usually when i do this it gets a good laugh out of people)...generate small talk based on complaints (not whiney complaints, but complaints about
funny personality traits of other people, almost like a seinfeld episode)...although your probably going to anyways, dont try too hard, it can only make things worse...if you feel like your performing for other people when you do well socially, take up an activity where u literally will perform for people such as music, debating, comedy...be playfully stubborn, it sounds annoying but people respond well to it....thats about
all the ideas i have....i will possibly post more after a little more thinking
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Posted 12/1/2005 1:43 AM (GMT -6)
I hope things work out for you. I too had a like problem which was eventually mostly resolved by talking to a therapist and taking Paxil. The combination of therapy and meds helped me deal with learning to talk to others. i still have a ways to go but I am 50% better already.
Good luck
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OH EM GEE! I'm more excited than a destitute college kid finding 10-for-a-dollar ramen noodles at the local supermarket! Actually, is the word "destitute" redundant in that sentence? Could I have just said "college kid" and you'd have gotten the point? The cost of a college education is even more bank-breaking than when I went to school, and it was pretty bad back then.
Anyway, I'm getting off point. Let's examine the reason for my jubilation!
I've mentioned before that I'm a collector of non-sports cards, and I recently shared with you my new purchase of Wacky Packages. But that's just the tip of the iceberg, really. I've been a much more avid gatherer of Garbage Pail Kids, and after doing a little digging, I've discovered that there will be a brand new series coming out in October! A BNL! Just in time for Halloween!
Thank you, Topps! You have brought meaning to my boring, miserable life!
Okay, okay. My life is only boring and miserable when Diana's away. An old geek like me needs to cling to something in times like these, you know? Garbage. Pail. Kids. Do you understand how important this is in the grand scheme of things? How it could tip the balance in everything from world politics to climate change to all of the best television shows and movies and the greatest art and literature ever created in the history of humankind? And the way food tastes from now on? And how brightly the sun shines? (Eww. I shun sunshine.)
Granted, I may be exaggerating a bit. But let me rejoice in this monumental… er… moment! But don't let me hog all the fun: rejoice with me, won't you? What really makes you geek out? What in the world makes you turn into a five-year-old going to Disneyland for the first time? Share in the comments below, won't you?


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Finca Cortesin
Finca Cortesin
Estepona, Andalucia
- 7 nights
- from $3600 per person
Finca Cortesin is a beautiful, boutique hotel in the south of Spain, set in the lovely Andalucian countryside between Marbella and Sotogrande. Finca Cortesin's spacious suites and impeccable service create the perfect ambience for a luxury vacation.
At a Glance
Exclusive private beach club with 35m infinity pool and mouth-watering Mediterranean cuisine
Four large swimming pools, including Olympic size pool, Infinity and Family own pool
Interconnecting suites to offer all the space families need
18 hole championship golf course, ranked one of the best in Spain
Michelin Starred Japanese Restaurant with the highest quality seafood
Perfect base from which to explore everything Andalucia has to offer
Insider's View
For a really special dinner, or to celebrate an occasion, request the sampling menu in the hotel's Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant for the ultimate fine dining experience. Prepare to be amazed by the incredible flavors throughout each of the numerous courses.Hannah Ingle
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Looking for a bit of peace and quiet? Finca Cortesin features an Olympic size outdoor pool for adults only. Relax in one of the luxurious poolside beds and enjoy the sounds of the Andalusian countryside surrounding you.Pippa Carey
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Fancy improving your swing? Why not have a lesson at the onsite golf academy before heading out onto the championship course.Pippa Carey
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If you like the sea, but not the sand that comes with it, head down to the beach club where the invitingly iridescent infinity pool gives you the best of both worlds.Pippa Carey
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Take the opportunity to explore the extensive gardens at the back of the hotel, which are immaculately kept and stunningly landscaped.Hannah Ingle
Call us on 858 523 9000 to start planning your vacation to Finca Cortesin
The exterior of the hotel has been designed as a traditional Spanish Finca, whilst the interior is carefully modelled on a Moorish cloister, typical of the architecture of this region. The hand carved ceilings and floors, marble, antiques and fountains all fit in perfectly with the landscape and surroundings.
Finca Cortesin has 67 spacious suites, with views over either the beautiful Andalucian countryside or the sparkling azure sea. For larger parties and family groups, there are also six contemporary style private villas with their own pool and landscaped gardens. The hotel has three outdoor pools and one indoor heated swimming pool, tennis courts and one of Spain's best 18-hole golf courses. For tennis lovers there are two paddle and two tennis courts overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The luxurious spa offers the very best in Thai treatments.
The Finca Cortesin has its own beach club on the "Bahía de Casares" beach, less than a mile away. For those who'd rather not walk, there is a hotel shuttle to take you to and from the beach. The club has lush gardens, day beds and sun loungers surrounding the 35m infinity pool. Fresh Mediterranean cuisine and the freshest of seafood is served in the restaurant.
There are three great restaurants; El Jardin de Lutz offers traditional Spanish cuisine, Kabuki Raw is the hotel's very own Michelin Starred signature Japanese Restaurant, with the Don Giovanni Restaurant offering innovative Italian cuisine. The Blue Bar offers classic cocktails where you can also enjoy a selection of Spanish tapas and wide range of teas. Children are very welcome at Finca Cortsein, with it's own Mini Club for children aged 4-12 years.
The nearest local village is Casares, with its typical small restaurants and bars. The famous "white villages" of Andalucia are all in close proximity, whilst the stunning town of Ronda with its must-see bullring, is only a 45 minute drive away. This hotel is perfect for combining relaxation with some golf, tennis or some spa treatments, and is a great base from which to visit the local area.
The hotel features 67 spacious and comfortable suites and four private villas, designed in a simple and contemporary Mediterranean style, making the most of the surrounding natural light and beauty. Every suite has a private garden or terrace, with some having private pools and all with magnificent views. The bathrooms are all luxurious and oversized.
The Executive Suites (which have a bedroom and separate living area) can have two extra beds placed in the sitting room area of the suite to make it an ideal option for families. As the sitting room is separated from the bedroom by a door the parents can still have their own privacy. Or there is also the option to interconnect with a Junior Suite for additional space.
The private villas all have four en-suite bedrooms (two on the ground floor and two on the first floor), with an ultra spacious living room, dining room, marble bathrooms, fully fitted kitchen and private plunge pool. Every suite and villa has LCD TV and WiFi. The villas are situated in a cluster together approximately three minutes from the main part of the hotel and have the benefit of having some additional space and privacy but with all the services and facilities of the hotel at your finger tips. The villas are ideal for large family groups or parties.
|Junior Suite
The Junior Suites comprise 52 sqm with a ceiling height of 4m. Roman Travertine marble floors, king size bed, rugs made from natural fibre, Egyptian cotton bed linen and towels. The lounge area features a sofa, arm chairs and a desk. Each suite benefits from a private patio or terrace.
The 12 square meter bathroom is fitted with Travertine marble and incorporates bathtub and separate shower cubicle.
|Executive Suite
Each Executive Suite is unique and comprises a surface area that measures between 73 sqm and 97 sqm with a ceiling height of 4m, and separate lounge. Some incorporate a kitchenette and a guest toilet. Roman Travertine marble floors, king size bed, rugs made from natural fibre, egyptian cotton bed linen and towels. The majority of the suites offer a porch and private garden or terrace. Two additional beds can be placed in the sitting room for children to make this a good option for families.
The bathroom measuring between 16- 23 square meters in size is fitted with Travertine marble with bathtub and separate shower cubicle. Every suite has a porch and private garden or terrace with golf, garden or views of the Mediterranean.
|Pool Suites
The Pool Suites are 80 sqm with a ceiling height of 4m. The suites incorporate the use of a large, individual living room in addition to an indulgent bedroom to create the perfect ambience. Each suite boasts an impressive 60 sqm terrace and private swimming pool.
The 18 square meter bathroom is fitted with Travertine marble and incorporates bathtub and separate shower cubicle.
|Family Suite
The interconnecting Executive Suite and Junior Suite offer a great space for families. Executive Suite are unique and comprise a surface area that measures between 73sqm and 97sqm with a ceiling height of 4m, and separate lounge. Some incorporate kitchenette and guest toilet. Roman Travertine marble floors, king size bed, rugs made from natural fibre, egyptian cotton bed linen and towels. The Executive Suite is connected with a Junior Suite which is 53sqm.
|Cortesin Suite
The largest suite within the hotel which comprises of 180 square meters with a ceiling height of 4m. The suite features two indulgent bedrooms with 2 bathrooms that measure 17 and 23 square meters. The suite also includes an enormous lounge with two separate living areas, a study, a kitchenette and an impressive balcony with views of the exuberant gardens and the Mediterranean.
An impressive selection of east and west antiques and the finest curtain fabrics and upholstery, finish off this beautiful suite.
|Private Villa
The generously proportioned villas are south facing and include a private plunge pool and garden. With an area of 420sqm square, they include 4 en-suite bedrooms, living room with a fireplace, dining room, marble bathrooms, fully furnished kitchen equipped with the latest appliances, storeroom, separate utility room and guest toilet. The ample exterior terraces and porches, garden and private plunge pool, complete the setting.
These villas are the perfect choice for families or guests requiring more space and privacy.
Children are welcome to come and stay at Finca Cortesin, there is a mini club for children aged 4-12 years from May - October. The club is open daily from 10am - 6pm at a cost of 25 euros per day (half days excluding lunch are complimentary).
The Finca Cortesin mini club is ideal for families that wish to spend some quality time together but would like the option of having a supervised facility to leave their children for a few hours at a time.
There are three wonderful restaurants at Finca Cortesin for you to choose from. El Jardin de Lutz Restaurant where you can enjoy traditional Spanish cuisine in elegant ambiance with stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea. The A La Carte breakfast is served at the El Jardin Restaurant.
Kabuki Raw is the hotel's very own Michelin Starred signature Japanese Restaurant, renowned for both it's traditional dishes and Japanese and Mediterranean fusion dishes, admiring the Masterchef himself Luis Olarra at work in the kitchen. The Don Giovanni Restaurant offers innovative Italian cuisine by combining century-old traditions with creative ingenuity.
The Blue Bar offers classic cocktails where you can also enjoy a selection of Spanish tapas and wide range of teas. The Finca Cortesin has its own beach club on the "Bahía de Casares" beach, less than a mile away. For those who'd rather not walk, there is a hotel shuttle to take you to and from the beach. The club has lush gardens, day beds and sun loungers surrounding the 35m infinity pool. The restaurant is directly on the beach and offers fresh Mediterranean cuisine including seafood, rice dishes and salads.
The Costa del Sol offers some of the finest conditions in the world for sailing and wind surfing. There is also opportunity for scuba diving, waterskiing and many other water sports. The hotel will be able to advise you and help to arrange on any activities you wish to participate in during your stay.
Location & Directions
Estepona, Andalucia
Finca Cortesin is located near Estepona, between Marbella and Sotogrande, on the Costa del Sol, 20 minutes from Gibraltar.
When to go
Andalucia has a Mediterranean climate, making it a year round destination. In general you can usually rely on pleasant or hot temperatures from April to early November. In Andalucia there are plenty of warm, sunny days right through winter. The best time to visit is in the Spring and Fall when the temperature is just perfect with warm sunny days. During July and August it can be very hot and some days the temperature reaches 40°C, Andalucia is extremely crowded during these months.


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The question is: Are znz one and znz big cash just big scam sites or are they viable business opportunities that folks can really earn money with?
My Objectivity In Question? I Have No Emotion When It Comes To Making Money Online!
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Celebrity psychologist Geoff Beattie has been sacked from Manchester University, the M.E.N. can reveal.
Prof Beattie - A TV regular who starred as an analyst of Big Brother - was dismissed after being found guilty of gross misconduct.
University officials refused to disclose the accusations against the academic.
Prof Beattie, 59, was professor of psychology in the university's School of Psychological Science.
It is understood an appeal hearing will be held next month.
He told the M.E.N he had done nothing wrong - but did not want to discuss the allegations against him.
He said: "It is an interesting story - but I've been advised to wait for the outcome of my appeal."
A university spokesman said: "We can confirm Geoff Beattie has been dismissed from the university for gross misconduct following a disciplinary hearing.
"As we have been made aware that he plans to appeal the decision, we cannot comment further."
Belfast-born Prof Beattie - an expert on body language and consumer behaviour - made his name as a pundit on the early series of Big Brother.
He is widely known for starring in documentaries and lifestyle shows such as BBC's Diet Trials and Family SOS.
He has also currently been promoting an autobiographical book about running.
In a newspaper interview in May, the married dad-of-three spoke candidly about his personal life, revealing how he had fathered two children with another woman.
An expert in non-verbal communication, he has also carried out work for companies such as Nivea and Direct Line.
As well as his recent memoir, co-authored with his son Ben, Prof Beattie has written more than a dozen academic and fiction books, as well as earlier autobiography about his upbringing in Belfast.
Appointed to Manchester University in the early 90s, his most recent research has focussed on helping the public consume more responsibly.


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Lemon + Olive Oil Marinated Fennel with Burrata + Mint
Every Tuesday, Caroline Wright will be creating simple, civilized recipes for Food52 that feed four -- for under $20, in under 20 minutes.
Today: Fennel, mint, and burrata welcome us to spring.
I first wrote this style of recipe as a column on my blog, The Wright Recipes, as an excuse to cook good food for my friends in a quick and simple way. Twenty-Dollar, Twenty-Minute Meals grew into a cookbook, due out in May 2013 -- but the recipes found here are original, made especially for Food52 to once again celebrate simple food with friends. First up: a salad to welcome warmer days.
The transition from winter into spring trades simmering for tossing, ladles in pots for bare hands in salad bowls. Fennel, with its crisp texture and bright, clean flavor, provides the perfect foundation for such a shift in taste: braised in cream to serve on a snowy afternoon, it can also be coaxed into submission with a brief marinade of lemon and olive oil. Burrata, the sexy cousin of buffalo mozzarella that is now easily found in many markets, has a sweet softness that's perfect to spread on toast with a brisk bite of salad.
Lemon + Olive Oil Marinated Fennel with Burrata + Mint
Serves 4
2 medium heads fennel, cored and very thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for serving
6 strips lemon zest, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
8 ounces burrata
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Grilled or broiled bread slices from 1/2 medium baguette, for serving
See the full recipe (and save and print it) here.
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Dean Foods
Dean Foods (DF) earnings are coming out tomorrow. The hope is that they disclose the potential sale of Morningstar in the report. The stock has been slowly going down. I still think it is undervalued.
Interestingly, there is support on the stock today as a Barrons article came out with a favorable article. Their argument looks very similar to mine. Basically, it is undervalued if you factor out WhiteWave. Check out the article here.
Here is my valuation of Dean. The only difference is that I feel Dean will not use the full proceeds from the Morningstar sale to pay off debt.
Susser Holdings
Susser Holdings Corporation (SUSS) came out with earnings that beat expectations. The market obviously likes the results and forward guidance. The shares up more than a dollar on a down day. Read the earnings here.
I continue to hold a small position in the company with a target price around $47. I think the spin-off of Susser Petroleum Partners LP (SUSP) will accelerate the growth over the coming years. However, it is a volatile business so i am keeping limited exposure.
My article on Susser is here.
Commonwealth REIT
Commonwealth REIT (CWH) came out earnings that beat expectations. The shares are down a little today.
The company is very undervalued, but I do not trust management. I have been very critical about management and wrote a scathing piece on SeekingAlpha about the need to switch management.
I have been in touch with smaller investors as well as bigger firms that hold millions of shares about possibly doing something to increase shareholder value. If you are a shareholder get in touch with me personally.
I participated in this mornings conference call hoping to ask a question or two. However, I never got the opportunity. Anyway, I suggest investors read the call transcript as it was very funny. Lots of frustrated investors. I will post a link on the comments once it is up.
The best way to play CommonWealth is buying long term call options. Read the article here.
News Corporation
News Corp (NWSA), one of the stock picks of HypeZero10, came out with earnings that beat expectations and is up today. News Corp is top holding of Donald Yacktman. His firm holds 80,556,339 share of the company as of September 30, 2012. He did reduce his position by 300,000 from June 30. 2012.
It is spinning-off its publishing unit and buying back shares. Here is the info about the spin-off:
On June 28, 2012, News Corporation announced that it intends to pursue the separation of its publishing and its media and entertainment businesses into two distinct publicly traded companies. The global publishing company that would be created through the proposed transaction would consist of the Company's publishing businesses, its education division and other Australian assets. The global media and entertainment company would consist of the Company's cable and television assets, filmed entertainment, and direct satellite broadcasting businesses. Following the separation, each company would maintain two classes of common stock: Class A Common and Class B Common Voting Shares. The separation is expected to be completed in approximately one year from the date of announcement. In addition to final approval from the Board of Directors and stockholder approval, the completion of the separation will be subject to receipt of regulatory approvals, opinions from tax counsel and favorable rulings from certain tax jurisdictions regarding the tax-free nature of the transaction to the Company and to its stockholders, further due diligence as appropriate, and the filing and effectiveness of appropriate filings with the SEC. There can be no assurances given that the separation of the Company's businesses as described will occur.
Here are the quarterly results.
Disclosure: I am long DF, SUSS, CWH. I do not own NWSA.


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SNL slammed Ben Carson and Republicans opposed to the mass migration of Syrian refugees at the same time in this skit.
Adele may have been what everyone was waiting for, but it was the Syria refugee crisis that dominated Saturday Night Live's most recent episode.
The question of whether more restrictions should be place on Syrian refugees entering the country was mentioned in the show's cold open featuring Jay Pharoah's Ben Carson on Fox & Friends.
Pharoah got huge laughs from the audience as he skewed Carson's soft voice and deadpan delivery.
'Hello everyone, my apologies if I already seem agitated but I'm just revved up about this,' He begins, never raising his voice.
'I wanna ask that viewers at home turn their volume down because I might get crazy,' he continues, his voice still soft as he gives the camera a smile.
Taran Killam's Steve Doocey of the Fox News morning show then asks Carson if he has a plan to separate Muslim for Christian refugees.
'Weeding out the Islamists would be simple,' he replies. 'First we would say you can't come into this country until I see you eat bacon while singing a Christmas carol.'
'Or all refugees will be given mad libs with the phrase "Death to ___. " Anyone who writes America, won't be allowed inside America,' Pharoah continues, mocking Carson's hand gestures.
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Actors join campaign for U.K. Film Council
50-plus actors sign open letter to The Daily TelegraphLONDON -- Emily Blunt, James McAvoy, Bill Nighy and Ian Holm are just some of the 50-plus actors who have put their names Thursday to a letter calling for the government to save the U.K. Film Council.
The open letter penned to The Daily Telegraph, the national newspaper long regarded as having Conservative views, condemns the Tory-led coalition government's recent decision to axe the government-backed agency (HR 7/26).
Signatories also including Timothy Spall, Pete Postlethwaite and Sophie Okonedo added their names to the letter warning that the decision to pull the plug threatens to seriously damage the entire British film industry.
"Everyone, including those in the film industry, knows that times are tough. But the UKFC doesn't waste money, it makes it," the letter reads. "Thanks to its [UKFC] efforts, our film industry -- worth £4.5 billion ($7.16 billion) a year -- has rarely been stronger."
Since Monday's terse statement from the government saying it is scrapping the UKFC, all hell has broken loose with hefty lobbying against the UKFC shutdown from certain quarters.
Industry leaders, including UKFC chairman Tim Bevan whose day job is also as co-chief of Working Title Films, fear that if the agency is axed, movie-makers will go elsewhere to shoot and a healthy sector of the arts, employing myriad skilled crew members will end up unemployed.
"It is our camera crews, lighting experts, set builders and a whole host of other skilled people who give our film industry such an edge," the actor-penned plea states. "Their expertise and experience, which the UKFC has done so much to foster, is the main reason why so many top Hollywood directors choose to make films here in Britain."
A UKFC insider told THR that a series of top secret meetings have since taken place between the U.K.'s culture minister Jeremy Hunt and Bevan et al as the government reels from the backlash against its decision.
"It [the closure] is down to the numbers,'" the UKFC insider said. "But when the minister was made aware that uncertainty over what was going to be left of the functions of the UKFC had immediately resulted in the withdrawal of one $100 million-budgeted movie from shooting here, he wanted us to help let the industry know all is not lost. Bloody arrogant was the response that came to mind."
U.K.-based producer Iain Smith, whose credits as Blighty producer include "The A Team," "Children Of Men," "The Mission" and "Local Hero," said Hunt's abolition of the UKFC put "the infrastructure of the screen industries in grave peril," in a letter to the Telegraph earlier in the week.
"It is a matter of competing by having an insider presence, an ear close to the ground in Mumbai, L.A. or wherever; being able to intelligently persuade producers who are spoiled for choice in a world full of generous subsidies and tax incentives," said Smith. "It needs film industry nous: with respect to Mr Hunt, this is not work that can be adequately achieved from within a government department."
Smith and others argue that the hard reality is the broader industry relies on inward investment and the UKFC had at least been a destination for overseas film producers to source tax credits and promote services.
The main UKFC problem, as far as government is concerned, was the cost of its overheads in a climate dominated by the need for "front line cost-savings" and ongoing attempts to reduce the U.K.'s deficit.
Last year the council took in income of £63.3 million ($100.6 million), including £32 million ($50.9 million) from the lottery and £30 million ($47.7 million) grant-in-aid. Some £3 million ($4.8 million) a year will be saved by the government by chopping it.
But not everyone wants to save the under-fire agency and several producers, retaining anonymity offered by the web, reacted with unfettered glee.
Actor and indie film producer Billy Murray chipped in, opting against anonymity, and backed Hunt's decision.
"Finally a little common sense from a government regarding the British film industry. I have never formally applied to the Film Council for funding because their agenda has not been to encourage commercial, international film-making, but rather to foster self-serving movies made by and aimed at the 'chosen few'," Murray said. "The government's decision puts the film industry back on an even keel -- as a real and viable business that needs to survive commercial realities, rather than a game for well-connected hobbyists relying on undeserved soft money."
For the record, Murray has produced half a dozen movies including "Rise of the Footsoldier" and "Doghouse" and has his upcoming vampires versus gangsters horror thriller "Dead Cert" unspooling at Film4 FrightFest at the end of this month.


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First 'Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters' TV Spot
Quietly approaching, below is the first TV Spot for Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters, which comes from Dead Snow director Tommy Wirkola.
Jeremy Renner, Gemma Arterton, Famke Janssen, Ingrid Bolso Berdal, Thomas Mann, Derek Mears and Peter Stormare all star.
In theaters January 25, "After getting a taste for blood as children, Hansel (Jeremy Renner) and Gretel (Gemma Arterton) have become the ultimate vigilantes, hell bent on retribution. Now, unbeknownst to them, Hansel and Gretel have become the hunted, and must face an evil far greater than witches…their past."


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We are never more than one grateful thought away from peace of heart.
Eyes see only light, ears hear only sound, but a listening heart perceives meaning.
What brings fulfillment is gratefulness, the simple response of our heart to this life in all its fullness.
A single crocus blossom ought to be enough to convince our heart that springtime, no matter how predictable, is somehow a gift, gratuitous, gratis, a grace.
The hope that is left after all your hopes are gone - that is pure hope, rooted in the heart.
Home and journey together constitute the creative polarity of the heart, the two dimensions we must cultivate if we want to 'develop the heart.
As we learn to give thanks for all of life and death, for all of this given world of ours, we find a deep joy. It is the joy of trust, the joy of faith in the faithfulness at the heart of all things. It is the joy of gratefulness in touch with the fullness of life.
...our happiness hinges not on good luck; it hinges on peace of heart.
Gratefulness is the gallantry of a heart ready to rise to the opportunity a given moment offers.
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Julie Sezer used to operate her boutique, Gypsy Jule, out of a 100-year-old house in Apex. But she recently had to make other arrangements, so Sezer did what any follower of gypset would do: She fixed up a vintage camper, packed it with merchandise and took her shop on the road.
Gypset is an amalgamation of gypsy and jet set, combining attributes of those who prefer the carefree lifestyle of a gypsy with the sophistication of the jet set elite. Styles are characterized as unconventional, yet distinctly fashionable.
Gypsy Jule, whose tagline is "a misfit mercantile," sells everything from women's clothing and accessories to jewelry and home decor.
"It is a bohemian lifestyle brand," said Sezer, who tosses around adjectives like "upscale," "adventurous" and "rugged" when describing her vision of life and the focus of her business. "It's urban, rustic and contemporary."
She said customers range from 18 to 65 years old. "Usually we have something that is appealing to everyone in that age group."
The camper has been customized for the shop and has also found a unique niche as a backdrop for special occasions. Sezer rents it out for weddings, parties and corporate events where it can be set up as a prop in a photo area.
On the shop's web site, printed pants are touted as the latest craze. A Tibetan horn necklace is suggested as an accessory.
Aside from apparel, one-of-a-kind repurposed furniture is also popular at Gypsy Jule.
"We see people who are a little bit progressive and are looking for something new," Sezer said.
Those who live the gypset lifestyle tend to be well-read and enjoy alternate ways of travel, she said. Many gypsetters are artists or musicians.
"They might have a high-end job but a desire for travel," Sezer explained. "It can be an alternate weekend lifestyle. It's becoming more well known. It involves travel down to areas where people are not as wealthy, that are not as popular, and getting the experience of both ways of life. ... It's learning to experience things along all paths of life."
Gypsy Jule launched 10 years ago with encouragement from Sezer's husband. "He believes in entrepreneurship, although he's a corporate guy," she said.
Sezer also had a corporate job when she decided to follow the advice.
"I wanted something less inhibited. ... It evolved into this," she said. "This represents who I am and my vision of life."
Although Sezer, who lives in Apex, said she is actively searching for a permanent location for Gypsy Jule, she has no plans to make a rushed decision.
"It depends on the building," she said. "I have a specific look in mind. We are not a mall brand. It has to have character."
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David Simas, President Barack Obama's polling director, told Obama volunteers on a Wednesday night webcast to "remind" swing voters about Obamacare, which is opposed by a plurality of Americans.
In response to a question submitted online about what volunteers should tell voters while canvassing, Simas told viewers on the webcast to tell swing voters that Obama inherited a terrible economy and to "remind them about health care."
Simas also told online Obama supporters to remind voters in Obama's base about how Obama ended two wars, appointed two liberal Supreme Court Justices, and enacted a deferred action program for certain illegal immigrants by fiat.
He also said to tell Obama's base voters that 537 voters in Florida could have "changed the course of history," in 2000 and "100,000 in Ohio changed the course of history," referring to George W. Bush's narrow victories over Democrats Al Gore and John Kerry, respectively.
Simas said it was up to the Obama volunteers to tell voters the story of Obama's accomplishments during the last four years.


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Humidity in the Data Center: The Real Hard Drive Killer
Researchers at Rutgers University found that humidity, not heat, is the single greatest detriment to a hard disk drive's lifespan in a recently published HDD reliability study. This revised understanding of the ideal conditions for prolonging HDD longevity has the potential to change how data centers manage environmental conditions. The study examined one million HDDs across nine data centers over a period of 18 months to four years for each center. HDD failure is by far the most common hardware failure type at data centers, being responsible for 76 to 95 percent of all component failures. Not only can HDD failures mean lost data, but they also can add up in costs to replace. Read More


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It happened on a Sunday in September while children attended Sunday school. As the children finished their lessons, they were heading upstairs to hear the scheduled sermon that day, "A Love that Forgives." But at 10:22 a.m., on Sept. 15, 1963, a bomb ripped through the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Ala. The bomb was planted by the Ku Klux Klan in a heinous act of opposition to racial equality, equal rights and full participation by African Americans in U.S. society. Killed in the blast that morning were 11-year-old Denise McNair, and 14-year-olds Addie Mae Collins, Cynthia Wesley and Carole Robertson. Many others were injured and the damage, both physical and spiritual, reached far beyond Alabama.
The Birmingham bombing called into question the very soul of America and the principles of democracy and equal justice under law which were enshrined in the constitution. Fifty years later, we must remember what happened on that awful Sunday in September not only because of the unrealized promise of such beautiful young lives, but because we must continually reflect on the questions of who we are as individuals and as a collective society. In the ensuing half-century, what has changed, what has remained the same, and what must we do to realize the ideals of full citizenship and equality for everyone in American society?
The Klan's decision to bomb Sixteenth Street Baptist Church was a calculated move. Churches in Black communities historically have been cornerstones of Black religious, cultural and political life. This was especially so of Sixteenth Street Baptist Church during the Civil Rights Movement. That the bombing took place in Birmingham also was not coincidental. Long known as the most segregated city in the country, Birmingham became a beacon of civil rights activism in the South, as well as a rallying point for resistance to racial inclusion.
Notoriously, in January 1963, Alabama Gov. George Wallace took office exhorting, "segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever!" Despite the Supreme Court's decision in Brown v. Board of Education in 1954, Alabama refused to desegregate public schools until 1963, when courts again ordered the state to do so. In June 1963, Gov. Wallace physically blocked Black students' entrance to the University of Alabama and relented only when President John F. Kennedy federalized the Alabama National Guard to enforce their enrollment. The image of Birmingham, Ala., in 1963 seared in many people's minds is that of nonviolent Black protestors pelted by water hoses and viciously attacked by dogs at the behest of the police and fire departments. While police chief Eugene "Bull" Connor has come to symbolize Southern White racism, Connor was merely enforcing the system of institutionalized racism that entrenched racial inequality throughout the city, state and Southern region.
These violent encounters were surpassed by individual and collective acts of heroism in the demand for justice and equality. Very often, young people were at the forefront of nonviolent protests. During the Children's Crusade that started in May 1963, young people streamed out of meetings at Sixteenth Street Baptist Church to participate in marches and boycotts. They were arrested and imprisoned until the jails filled beyond capacity; yet, still they kept coming, marching, and protesting, defying not only law enforcement, but in some cases, their elders.
Determined civil rights activity in Birmingham led to numerous acts of violence by the Klan. Bombings were so pervasive the city became known as "Bombingham" and Black neighborhoods had names like "Dynamite Hill." The homes of civil rights activists Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth, Rev. A.D. King (younger brother of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.), and businessman A.G. Gaston were bombed in 1963. The home of attorney Arthur Shores (father of Judge Helen Shores Lee) was bombed twice within the two week period between Aug. 20 and Sept. 4, 1963, causing serious injury to his wife.
Despite the perpetual terror campaign, the bombing of the church that Sunday morning in September seemed unfathomable. The deaths of the four girls and the racially-motivated deaths of two Black male youth – Virgil Ware and Johnny Robinson – on the same day catapulted the civil rights movement into higher gear. Many civil rights historians credit these events with the accelerated passage of the landmark Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Voting Rights Act of 1965.
This Sunday, as we celebrate the lives and legacies of those who gave their lives, their youth, and their aspirations for the cause of racial justice and equality, let us use the day to examine the soul of America. We must commit ourselves anew. We must continue the struggle for freedom and justice in our gratitude for their ultimate sacrifice.