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3 Things Week 10
Each Week following Spartanburg Viking Football games, I'm going to take a couple of days and think about the 3 most important things I saw on the field. This week I focus on 3 things I took away from the 28-24 win over Dorman.
1-Wow. What a comeback. Another classic Dorman Spartanburg game and you can put this one down as possibly the greatest comeback in the rivalry. Under Coach Hodge, this team has developed a mental toughness and although we still have a long way to go in terms of playing championship football, the Vikings have erased the mentality that hovered over the program a few years ago. What a job by Raheim Jeter to dig deep down and lead his team to a Region title. His TD pass to Andrew Danton will go down as one of the best plays in this rivalry's history.
2-Judah McJempsey – what else can I say but he absolutely took over this game defensively in the 4th quarter. Tackle after tackle that never let Dorman get a single drive going in the 4th quarter and although none will show up on a highlight package, his performance in the 2nd half…well I'll just say he was the best player on the field that night.
3-Finally, I remember Andrew Danton's first catch on the varsity level. It was a long TD grab against Gaffney where he crossed to the Viking sideline and tip toed the line to stay inbounds and score. Before that game, Coach Hodge told me he had a special one at WR who will make big plays for a long time at Spartan High. Danton, now a Junior has done just that and was on the receiving end of one biggest plays in this rivalry's history, and let's face it..he's not done. I can't wait to watch this kid get even better.


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Scholarship Spotlight: Nakesha Caldwell, '19 Construction Project Management
Construction Project Management student Nakesha Caldwell now knows what she wants out of her career. And Dunwoody's Construction Career Pathways (CCP) Scholarship is helping her get there.
A mother of two, Caldwell decided to attend Dunwoody in hopes of finding a deeper knowledge of building.
"I have always had an interest in construction and real estate," Caldwell said. "I have been a realtor since 2005, but I decided that I would like to be much more involved in the construction field."
But the decision to change careers wouldn't be easy. Not only would it require Caldwell to start over and earn a second degree — while in her final trimester of pregnancy — it would also require a large financial commitment — one that wouldn't be possible without assistance.
That's when Caldwell learned about CCP, a Dunwoody scholarship designed to prepare high potential but underserved individuals for lifelong careers in the construction industry.
"Without the CCP scholarship, I would not be attending Dunwoody," she said. "School is very expensive, and I am a single mother of two small children. This scholarship means everything to me."
CCP has also provided much more than just financial help for Caldwell. She has also enjoyed the scholarship's mentorship program.
"My mentor has been so helpful with my school work and has helped keep me motivated and headed in the right direction," she said.
Her mentor also played a key role in helping Caldwell secure her dream internship. Caldwell is currently a Project Engineer Intern at Ryan Companies and is quickly finding her stride.
"With my internship, I know that I can go far and that I am doing exactly what I want to do," she said. "I love getting to explore the different areas and tasks that construction has to offer. It is a wonderful company with a great culture and reputation."
Now in her second and final year, Caldwell is confident that making a career change was the right choice.
"Had I not attended Dunwoody – I don't know where my life would be at this moment, but I'm sure I would be struggling," she said.
Caldwell is set to graduate this May. Upon graduation, she hopes to be hired on full-time with Ryan Companies.
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Studs for Supper: The Interview
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Aaron drummed his fingers nervously on the arm of the chair. He looked at the desk again, just a chair behind it and only a single phone adorning one corner. That last guy – Vince? – had said it would only be a couple minutes before the last leg of the interview started. But it had already been five according to his watch. He was starting to worry that he'd screwed up somehow and they were deciding if it was worth the time of this next person. He really wished he could remember the names he'd heard; normally he was so much better about that.
There had been the female hippo that asked him all the standard interview questions. She'd been some kind of personnel manager and gone over the basics of how the restaurant usually operated, hours he might have to work, did a general gauge of how he'd be as an employee, essentials he'd been through in plenty of other interviews. Though some strange items, of course. Her name had been something with "C" – or maybe an "S"? – and she'd talked to him in a conference room before giving him a brief tour and handing him off too… that guy. The guy with the "V" name, definitely a "V" on that one.
The fellow human had taken Aaron into what looked like a strip-club, thankfully not open at the time, and put him through basically an audition. He'd put his acting skills on his résumé, so it wasn't too surprising. It had actually been pretty simple, a few improvisational exercises on the stage while the guy evaluated. Acting scared, acting confident, pleading, seductive, quiet resignation, eagerness, all just general emotions that he'd had to improv. The evaluator hadn't really offered much in the way of comments, just occasional suggestions. It made Aaron a bit nervous.
Then – Vinnie? – had escorted him to this more private office, thanked him and told him another name would be with him shortly. It was a female name, but that was all he could remember. He was too focused on figuring what he'd screwed up in the impromptu "audition". He checked his watch again. It had been seven minutes now.
Finally he heard the door behind him starting to open. Aaron stood up and turned to see a female alligator checking the papers she was holding. She looked up and smiled, extending a scaly, slightly webbed hand to him.
"Aaron McKenna?"
"Yes," he said, taking the offered claw and shaking it firmly, "that would be me."
"Nice to meet you. I'm Marie Lechamp" The gator closed the door behind her and began stepping around the desk to the opposite chair. "Very sorry about the long wait, my last appointment took a little longer than expected."
"Oh that's all right. It wasn't that long," Aaron said.
As they sat down, Aaron was able to notice that Marie was not in the business clothes he'd expected. She was wearing a white, midriff shirt that displayed the shapely curves of her bosom as well as the yellow scales of her belly. Black pants that looked stretchable hugged her body, cut to allow her tail to move freely. Though he couldn't help but notice the figure through the reptilian appearance, Aaron knew he shouldn't even let her think he might be gawking at her. Certainly not in an interview, even if she was dressed more for a workout at the gym. He focused on the gator's face.
"I'm sure Victor told you, I'm what we call a Meals Supervisor around here. I'm one of several people directly supervising our edible employees."
"Ah, I see…"
He couldn't exactly figure how one supervised such a thing, but it was the first time in all of the interviews that anyone had bluntly mentioned the actual position. The idea that he was applying to be one of the menu items offered from the restaurant. He felt his chest tighten.
Marie set his résumé and the application he'd filled out on the desk. "So just to let you know, Charlene had good things to say in general. And Victor gave you a great review, said you showed some real talent and that he could definitely work with you on some direction and practice. And we definitely have a need for that sort of thing around here."
It was a load lifted off of Aaron's chest. He hadn't screwed up anything like he'd thought. "Well… that's definitely good to hear."
"I just want you to start out relaxed for this section. Because of the nature of our business and what we offer, some of this interview can get pretty personal. We have to know that you can handle that personal level and a number of awkward situations that might get thrown at you."
Aaron nodded. "Of course, I can understand that. I know a little about this place, I've had a couple friends that were… well they know a lot about how it works."
"Yes, we've had a few referrals that way. So do you feel like you're ready for this part now? Do you still feel like this is work you can do?"
"I think so. I'll admit that getting started might be odd, but I really think I can manage to get used to it," Aaron gave the gator his best smile.
"Okay, let's start with a few basic questions then." Marie picked up a pencil to jot notes. "How would you honestly describe your body?"
"Well… I've got a decent muscle structure, I try to keep in shape. I think my arms are pretty toned. I've got a little extra belly padding right now, but I can lose that if I need to if I really work at it. I'm a little shorter than average, but not too much. Um… white? Human?" He paused a moment to see if that was enough. Marie was still scribbling. "Chest hair but not much on my arms; a little on my legs. Er… short hair usually…"
"Okay, that's good. So you're pretty honest with yourself. That's why I like working with the actor types. You mentioned you could lose weight if you had to. What if we asked you to gain weight?"
"Oh of course. A lot of our clients actually prefer their meals to be on the plump side and we serve every type. It's not a guarantee you'd be asked, but we need to know if you're flexible."
"If that's what they want, I can do that. I'll just need to know where I'm supposed to maintain."
"And we can actually help train you with that. Good, good." Her eyes moved up from the paper, directly at his. "You've been in theatre. How do you feel about public nudity?"
"It takes a little getting used to, but I've managed it on stage once. I think I could do it again."
"This isn't a one shot role that you finish up after a run, you need to understand that. As edible staff, you'll be completely objectified at times. You'll be wheeled out to a table naked for a customer. You might be in a group with several other naked males waiting to be the next snack. If we need help in the Meat Market on a night, you might even be asked to perform a strip show. Can you deal with all that?"
Aaron was taken aback for a moment. He really hadn't thought about that fact; most people he knew had ordered delivery in a private home. "I… uh… well I suppose I would be able to deal with that. I'm pretty sure I could. Yeah, it actually makes sense, I think I could do that."
"Okay then. And you will have some time as a trainee to get used to it. We do some in house service and offer some clientele discounts on a meal with the knowledge that you're getting used to the whole thing."
"Uh… alright." Aaron was feeling just a little nervous. He repeated in his head, he could handle all of this; he really needed this job.
"It gets more intense from here on out. Are you at all turned on by the thought of being eaten alive? Swallowed whole?"
Aaron spent a moment trying to figure the "right" answer to that one. Saying the wrong thing might lose him the job. After a moment, he knew he simply had to dive in and be honest. "Well, sort of. It's… I didn't think I was. When I first heard of all this that is. But I heard some people talk and I looked around online and the idea started to be a turn on. It just kind of grew on me I guess."
"Hmmm, interesting." The gator was tapping her pencil against the side of her long snout. It was almost impossible to read her expression as she thought. "And in the questionnaire you volunteered that you're straight."
"Yes, that's correct…"
"We have a lot of male customers. What if one of them saw you in the restaurant in some capacity and wanted to eat you? No sex mind you, just wanted you for a meal. We do have a sort of "open menu" policy in the restaurant. Even if you're serving or greeting, a patron could order you at any time. Could you deal with that?"
The thought had never even crossed his mind. Like many people he'd questioned his sexuality. He'd even met guys that were obviously interested in him. It had never made him squeamish, but he had no interest in return. After a moment's thought he responded, "Actually I don't think it would be that big a deal. I'm just playing the part right? And if it's just for the job as food."
There was a slight smile from the gator as she jotted a few things down. "You're kind of getting the idea." The human thought he noticed a glimmer in her eye… and at the corner of her jaws. "Now what if you were served to a female that you didn't find attractive, that you actually found repulsive, and she wanted things to get sexual before she ate you? How would you handle that?"
"Is… is sex usually required?"
"I just want to know how you'd handle it and how you'd feel about it, without knowing any policy what would you do when someone you had no attraction to wanted to rub against you, maybe even have full sex with you, then eat you alive?"
Aaron let out a breath. She was right, this was getting personal. He really needed this job though; he'd been the proverbial starving actor for a while now. Times were hard. "Well, I, that is, I suppose it's all just playing the part really. I guess it's the same as the male thing in a way. As long as I'm not breaking the law or anything."
Marie nodded, the corners of her long mouth turning up slightly. "And that's a concern for a lot of new hires. If it does come up, you don't have to worry about the law, there are a few legal loopholes that work for us. Last question along this line. If an order comes in where someone wants to rip you apart or chew you up alive, could you handle that, knowing you'll still come back the same way as any other time?"
"I… really just don't know about that one. That sounds a little too much for me, I don't know if I could do that." It was potentially a deal-breaker, and Aaron knew that he might be simply thanked for his time and asked to leave. But it just sounded too painful.
Jotting down a few more notes, Marie nodded steadily without looking up. "That's actually fine, we just have to know if people are going to be honest about that. That's the one thing that's not required of any employee, only those that are willing for the bonus. So before we wrap up, do you have any questions for me?"
"Well, you mentioned a bonus for that. Are there any other bonuses and benefits? Charlene mentioned health but didn't go into the details really."
"Ah yes. Well as far as bonuses go, they're based on being able to fill certain special requests and how many of those you fill in a pay-period. Things like Rip-'n'-Tear meals or someone that wants to watch their meal cooked. Other odd preparations or requests from customers. It's always up to you on those types of requests." It was sounding like a speech the gator had given many times before. "As for health, we're second to none because you're getting a new body several times a day as part of your work duties. If you have an injury or illness outside of work, our proprietor can usually find a way to make it right, often just through the reforming process. You'll also get free meals if you want them, basically any other edible staff you'd like to eat, and plenty of our employees take advantage of that. Our sister restaurant should be opening soon so you'll also find some female fare available when that happens."
"Wow. Sounds pretty good. The health benefits I mean."
"A lot of people really like that perk. Any other questions?"
Aaron thought for a few moments. He knew that he should have at least one more question, but nothing was coming. There was more to this whole thing than he'd first thought, but he couldn't quite think of much else to ask. "No… No, nothing leaps to mind now."
"Okay, well you can always let us know if you something does come up." Marie looked at the watch on her wrist. "And that leaves us with just enough time for lunch."
Aaron felt his heart trying to move into his throat as he watched her tongue slowly run the length of her jaws. Her eyes bored into him, almost questioning. "You mean…?"
"Oh yes. I'm inclined to hire a tasty-looking morsel such as yourself already. But it's often customary to do a sort of taste test at the end of the interview." She leaned back in her chair and gently rested a claw on her flat, scaled belly, patting gently. "You're free to say no, but I can tell you that getting out of those clothes and slipping in here would probably seal the deal. You smell scrumptious. I want to see if your taste measures up and feel how well you'll squirm!"
Exhaling loudly, Aaron looked away from the leering, hungry gator and thought for only a moment. He really didn't have a choice, he wasn't sure he'd have the money for rent next month at this point. And he'd already talked to guys that had come back after being devoured. With a look back to Marie's questioning expression, he began to loosen his tie and pull it out of his shirt. As he began to unbutton the shirt, her smile widened and she leaned her elbows to the desk, resting that long snout on her hands to watch.
"Mmmm, good! I've been starving. Always skip breakfast on interview days."
Figuring that he might as well make a good showing if he had to prove himself, Aaron tossed his tie aside, then slowly began to unbutton his shirt. He kept his movements steady and fluid as he exposed his chest inch by inch, lightly pulling the fabric apart with each button that came undone. He could help but feel a bit of pride as he watched the interviewer drool just a little and nod approvingly when he finally stood up and let the shirt glide off of his back.
"Ooooh, I can't wait to feel you slide down."
Naked from the waist up now, he let himself soak it in as praise, moving his body and letting her watch, keeping her eyes on what he was displaying as he cautiously worked the dress shoes from his feet below. Aaron knew all too well how an awkward moment with shoes could ruin a performance like this. Sliding them safely under the desk, he slipped a hand teasingly down the ever-so-slight paunch of his belly, moving to the front of his pants. With one deft hand, he unbuckled the belt, letting it slide open as he undid the dress pants.
He could here the gator breathing harder as he revealed the tight, red boxer briefs and gently let his pants fall with a couple sways of his hips to pile around his ankles on the floor. Stepping out of them, he widened his stance to display his body before Marie, feeling her dark eyes roaming all along his frame. Aaron could feel himself actually getting into the performance, thinking of the few fantasies he'd indulged in.
"Is this what you want, madam?"
By way of answer, the gator loudly licked her sizable chops and grinned, hinging them open so that her chin rested on the desk and her tongue rolled out before him. Saliva dripped from each tooth, coating her gums and tongue as Aaron stared down into her awaiting throat. He had a moment's hesitation as he saw that yawning pink maw, looking down the wide throat that led so deep into her, descending into darkness. What if it was a trick somehow? What if she simply ate him, digested him and they didn't bring him back? Just a one time snack for a hungry alligator?
But no, he'd talked to those other guys, even watched one of them emerge from one of the chambers. And besides, it was too late now. If that was her intention and he tried to back out now, she could simply chase him down and scarf him up in a moment. The very thought gave him an odd shiver and a tightness in his loins as he saw her tongue flick in waiting. As she wasn't looking, he quickly fumbled out of his underwear and leaned forward towards the gaping jaws.
With an excited shudder, he reached his hand into her mouth and gently stroked along her tongue, watching it writhe and feeling the supple, wet surface. Enticed, he leaned slowly further over the desk and between her jaws, peering in to see just how deep down her throat he could make out. When his hand slipped deeper, slowly exploring from her tongue back, the jaws around him suddenly snapped closed, gently but firmly sealing his head, shoulders and arm inside.
The gator moaned loudly around her mouthful, finally getting a good taste of the human after the teasing of his hand. As she tugged on him from across the desk and pulled his arm down into her neck, Marie was quite pleased. The new hire was as delicious as she'd thought. With claws helping at his flank and the other arm, she pulled him into her jaws with a soft, easy swallow, keeping her throat wide open and forcing him past his timid exploration. He was squirming nicely as she dragged him across, pulling his legs up onto the desk as she sat back, his chest already firmly caught between her teeth. She worked gently, making sure not to scrape him too hard as he wriggled and pressed against her tongue.
A moment of panic gripped Aaron as the light cut off and he felt the strong jaws clamping down around him. The sound of the first swallow that pulled his arm down echoed through the jaws as he felt himself dragged up and into her. He pulled against the current, instincts driving him to try and get out. The depths of her throat sucked at his hand, keeping him inside along with the tight pressure around him. As her tongue began gently swiping all along his chest and face, his breathing slowed and he was able to calm his body. Even in the jaws of the beast, she was being soft and gentle. He was safe and still had to seal the job.
Realizing he suddenly wasn't moving, Aaron worked his way into a controlled squirming, rubbing his body gently around the inside of her mouth. Since he would mostly be playing the part of the willing meal, he began trying to wriggle his way further towards her throat, rubbing against the questing tongue as he felt her moans increase around him. Already Aaron was allowing himself to enjoy some of the sensations in her jaws. The warmth, the soft, moist muscle working around his arm. His body shivered a bit as realized he was actually living a fantasy, embracing the pleasure of being her meal.
Jaws opening and tipping up just slightly, Marie sucked more of the human in as she felt him wriggling down. She wondered if the new hire knew just how perfectly he was moving about in her jaws while his head slipped into her throat. The little rotation of his shoulders against her throat that suggested eagerness without being pushy. The sway of his body as his legs kicked ever so slightly outside her reptilian lips. And those shivers that ran down his body along her tongue every once in while. His skin already boasted a wonderful texture on both tongue and in her gullet, but when that little vibration would pass through… ooooh, just that extra bit of gustatory ecstasy that made him a truly perfect meal. Already her decision was made, now she was simply after enjoying her lunch as she slurped in him up to his rump.
The tongue slipped up between his legs as Aaron slowly floated deeper into her gullet. For a brief embarrassed moment as he continued his wriggling against her gulping throat, he realized he was semi-hard against her tongue. Not exactly a typical job interview reaction, but he was not in typical circumstance. The pleasure of his position soon overrode his abashment as the gator's soft, slimy channel rolled and undulated over him, the swallows coming slower now and drawing his excitement across her tongue. The warm wetness just made him shiver every few moments, gasping as he fought for some control. Trying to keep his mind clear, he focused on his performance, kicking his legs lightly, continuing his motions inside her while his body slipped further and further into the warm, tight embrace of her body.
With a happy sigh around his legs, Marie leaned slowly back in her chair in delight. Little gulps, little swallows, dragging his legs into her jaws and running that obvious erection along the entire length of her tongue. She couldn't resist teasing once she'd realized how excited he'd grown, seeing how he'd react. Plus all those extra little shivers it brought along, his convulsions inside her were exactly the perfect addition to how he'd already been. If only she didn't have other meetings and appointments to keep today, she might have begun to indulge the warmth she could feel at her center. There would be time enough for that sort of thing later though. Marie had Her claws idly moved to rub the bulge his body created in her neck, smoothing it down, helping with each little swallow as she pulled his thighs in and sucked him up steadily down to his feet.
Once his erection had been dragged the length of her tongue, Aaron suddenly lost the control he'd been fighting for. Even focusing on his performance, the squirms, the wiggles, down to timing each vibration of his body, he couldn't seem to help as the tip of his manhood pushed from the back of her tongue to the smooth workings of her throat. Body spasming, he felt the thick strands of his orgasm coating both his belly and the inside of her throat, smearing against him even as more was milked forth on the next swallow. As almost always happened, for those few seconds, he forgot where he was, what he was doing, riding all of the sensations, his body tingling as his scalp suddenly pressed against a barrier, unaware in his climax of the ring leading into her lower stomach.
The alligator had felt those convulsions from inside enough to know what they meant as she reveled in feeling him slipping down. With a little smirk to herself as she felt the warmth in her throat and the last of his climax fade, Marie flipped her head back and opened wide, tossing the rest of his legs and feet down her gullet. Her jaws snapped shut as she opened up everything inside, letting her lunch be borne down into her belly by a flow of little swallows so steady that they moved together as one big gulp. Claws on the paler scales of her gut, she enjoyed one of her favorite parts of any meal, feeling her stomach quickly expand and grow from the inside and the outside as her morsel slipped completely inside. In a matter of seconds, the new hire was tucked away her the round, bloated dome of her gut.
Aaron wriggled and squirmed lightly in his afterglow as the tight massage suddenly changed to a cozy waterslide, leading him easily to curl up into the fleshy ball of her stomach. He could feel something sealing just after his feet enter into the darkness like a sauna, the walls moving all around him and pushing in against him. His skin tingled as he moved back against them, pushing and slipping against every surface while her stomach rolled him around and coated him in her juices. He never felt any burn from them, just a light, pleasant tingle and the soothing feel of the soft stomach walls enfolding him, knowing only dimly that the gator had already begun to digest him as he began to feel a little light-headed.
The delightful feel of a stuffed belly moving about inside, the flavor of a delicious human still on her tongue, the warm glow of having gobbled live prey, Marie relaxed into her chair in a few moments of utter bliss. A claw stroking her exposed gut as she felt the last wonderful struggles of her lunch, the alligator finally let out a light burp when she felt the movement finally cease, followed by a contented sigh. If he made customers feel even half as nice, this one was definitely a keeper.
Shaking her head just slightly, refocusing, Marie casually turned her chair sideways to reach the phone on the desk and dialed the extension for the recovery room. The day's attendant answered, a jaguar she knew well.
"Hi, Cheryl, how are things going down there? … Good, good. Listen, Aaron McKenna should be waking up in chamber four in just about fifteen minutes. His clothes should be there. … Oh, excellent. Would you tell him once he appears that he can start tomorrow if he likes? … Oh yes, definitely. … Heh, heh, yeah. Yum, yum. … Oh yes, you'll want to order this one for lunch sometime," she said with a gentle rub along her protruding belly, smiling. "He was absolutely delicious."
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International Women's Day #ChooseToChallenge #IWD2021
Hi Sisters! It's our day—International Day of Women or the Day of International Women! I celebrate you with this post because we are Sisters, and wherever you are, I see you. You, my dear, are an anomaly—a chameleon—who is wonderfully empathetic and flexible. You magically perceive others' needs and then bend, twist, and reshape yourself […]Read More


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This is Rosa Banksii 'Lutea'. As you can seen it's a yellow rose, a rambler actually, which scrambles through a white flowered Wisteria growing up the red brick wall at the front of our house. It's thornless, vigorous and healthy so it's a lovely plant if you have a tall bare wall or if you are wanting to introduce a touch of country style to your garden… there's nothing quite like rambling roses for adding a romantic atmosphere. You will need plenty of space though. In ten years our rose has reached the roof of our house and they can grow up to 40 feet / 12 metres tall or even more.
Wildflowers or Weeds?
The driveway to our home is a narrow gravel track lined by an old hedgerow. The predominant species is hawthorn and there's also holly, ivy, honeysuckle, ash, elm, roses, sycamore, flowering currant and hazel.


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UFC 224 is not a bad pay-per-view by any means, but it's not amazing, either. This event is being headlined by a solid women's bantamweight title bout between Amanda Nunes and Raquel Pennington. This title fight is accompanied by other good bookings, as UFC 224 features a key middleweight contest between Ronaldo Souza and Kelvin Gastelum, jiu-jitsu star Mackenzie Dern's second UFC fight (she faces Amanda Cooper), an intriguing 185-pound fight pitting together legends and former champs Vitor Belfort and Lyoto Machida, and a fan friendly scrap in John Lineker vs. Brian Kelleher.
What: UFC 224
Where: Jeunesse Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
When: Saturday, May 12. The four-fight UFC Fight Pass preliminary card begins at 6:15 p.m. ET, the four-fight FX preliminary card begins at 8 p.m. ET, and the five-fight main card begins at 10 p.m. ET on pay-per-view.
Amanda Nunes vs. Raquel Pennington
I like this fight a lot. Amanda Nunes vs. Raquel Pennington is a competitive bout on paper that involves two of the toughest fighters in the women's bantamweight division.
Nunes is a very technical striker who carries plenty of power. She has good movement and is great at putting combinations together. The Brazilian champion also has a dominant ground game with good takedowns, solid top control and strong submissions. Nunes is one of the most well-rounded fighters in her division.
Pennington might not be as well-rounded as Nunes, but she doesn't need to be to win this fight. Pennington is a good striker with good power behind her strikes. She likes to pressure forward and keep up a solid pace. She's not a decorated grappler, but she can hold her own, and more importantly, she's tough to takedown and can defend submissions.
This is an interesting fight. I believe Nunes is the more skilled fighter here. Her striking and ground game are more polished than Pennington's. I can see Nunes out-striking or out-grappling Pennington. However, I'm not sure Nunes can do that for 25 minutes. Pennington is durable, tough, well conditioned and can take a punch. I can definitely see a scenario were Pennington outlasts Nunes, who's had questionable cardio in the past.
So, it's somewhat of a tough call. I see a path to victory for both fighters, but I think Nunes has the better one. Nunes showed against Valentina Shevchenko she can go all five rounds and still have energy if she paces herself and stays composed. I think Nunes is pretty experienced at this point and I think she should be able to manage her energy well here.
Pick: Nunes
Ronaldo Souza vs. Kelvin Gastelum
This has to be toughest fight to call on the main card.
Not so long ago I thought Ronaldo Souza's days might have been over. The loss to Robert Whittaker didn't make Souza look good, at all. But the Brazilian managed to erase that image with a knockout win over contender Derek Brunson. Souza has great takedowns and a fantastic ground game. He also has good boxing and plenty of power. And on top of that, Souza is a great athlete. He's quick, explosive, strong and well-conditioned.
Kelvin Gastelum is a fantastic fighter. He's been able to be a title contender at two different weight classes — middleweight and welterweight. Gastelum has slick boxing, good head movement and footwork, and a strong ground game that's wrestling based.
If all physical attributes were equal, I'd lean toward Gastelum. I think Gastelum has better boxing than Souza, not by a huge amount, but definitely a significant one. On the ground, Souza is the better fighter. Souza is far more dangerous and knowledgeable. However, Gastelum has a strong takedown defense and a good awareness on the ground, which can keep Souza from getting him to the canvas or submitting him.
Yet, this is middleweight. I still think Gastelum might better suited for welterweight. Maybe I'd think differently if Gastelum bulked up a bit and felt more like a middleweight. Ilir Latifi is short for light heavyweight, but he doesn't feel like a weight class smaller. I can't say the same thing for Gastelum at middleweight. I think Gastelum is undersized here, and that matters a lot in the grappling department. I think Souza is one of the Gastelum's toughest matchups at 185 pounds. I'm split on this one, but I think Souza's size, power and grappling skills will get him the win.
Pick: Souza
Mackenzie Dern vs. Amanda Cooper
Given Amanda Cooper's record and Mackenzie Dern's popularity, it may seem that this is just a a stepping stone on Dern's path to stardom. However, if you look closely, this is not an easy booking for Dern.
Cooper is very well-rounded. She fights very smoothly, composed and doesn't make any big mistakes. Despite only having seven pro bouts under her belt, Cooper fights like a veteran. She has a tight, high-volume striking game and solid ground fundamentals. Cooper is also quite strong and has a reliable gas tank.
Dern's jiu-jitsu credentials are the best in women's MMA. Although I feel she hasn't fully been able to transition all her knowledge to MMA, whatever degree she's been able to use is still levels higher than her opponents. Dern's striking is still very raw and unpolished, but she has decent power and is not hesitant or afraid to throw down.
I think there is a path to victory for Cooper. If she's able to stuff Dern's sometimes questionable takedowns and keep it technical on the feet, she might be able to pull off a close decision win. However, I think Dern will likely draw Cooper into a brawl and open the opportunity for takedowns.
Pick: Dern
John Lineker vs. Brian Kelleher
Any time John Lineker is in the Octagon, you know you're going to get an entertaining scrap.
Lineker is a powerhouse at 135 pounds. "Hands of Stone" is the perfect nickname for Lineker. The Brazilian attacks with wild hooks that can sleep almost anyone. Lineker is relentless with his attacks and has great takedown defense that allows him to strike with confidence. Lineker is also extremely tough and durable.
Brian Kelleher is a solid fighter. He's pretty skilled on the feet and mixes things up well. Kelleher also possesses a complete ground game with dangerous submissions. Kelleher is durable and keeps up a high pace.
This could be fight of the night. I think Kelleher is a game fighter, but I don't see him taking down Lineker. On the feet, Kelleher skill and range will allow him to have success against Lineker, but I don't think enough to get him a victory.
Pick: Lineker
Vitor Belfort vs. Lyoto Machida
Although I enjoy the veteran vs. prospect narrative, it's always fun to see two legends and former champs getting matched up.
Vitor Belfort will always be dangerous. "The Phenom" might not be the same fighter he once was, but he still has plenty of power, explosiveness and high-level technique behind his striking. Belfort's chin, cardio, takedown defense and ground game are suspect, but he won't have to worry about the last two in this bout.
Lyoto Machida is also on the tail end of his career, but he does seem to be a little better preserved than Belfort. Machida is quick, elusive, and possesses a very technical stand up game. Machida also has a pretty decent ground game and he's extremely experienced.
I see Belfort ending this quick or I see Machida winning a decision. In his last fight, Belfort proved he can pace himself and go the distance, but with a very low attacking rate, which is usually not good for winning decisions. Both guys are game here, but Machida should be the favorite to win.
Pick: Machida
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Many of us are staying in these days, and that means cooking more meals at home. While some may find the thought of cooking stressful, making healthy meals is a great way to protect your heart.
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Recordings of QSO with Sergei Krikalev U5MIR
On the 27 August 2005, ISS passed over West Malaysia at 1945
Hours Malaysian Time or 1145 Hours UTC with a maximum elevation of 40 degrees.
During this pass, the packet digipeater and mailbox were not heard and therefore
I tried calling the crew as there were reports of the crew being active on voice
half an hour ago.
To my surprise, ISS ASTRONAUT SERGEI KRIKALEV, U5MIR ANSWERED MY CALL!!! (BTW, today is Sergei's birthday). This was the first time I made a contact with Sergei, and this was my 2nd contact with ISS's crew. Signals were very clear and nice, 59 all the way.
No one else was active on this pass and I am happy to be the only station around this region to wish Sergei a very happy birthday. This is the first time in my life that I have wished a human out of the world, in space, happy birthday, and I am very happy that I did it. I guess amateur radio operators are very privileged as amateur radio is the only way an ordinary person can speak to an astronaut when he or she is in space. Also, not many people get the chance to wish another human in space happy birthday.
THANK YOU VERY MUCH, SERGEI (U5MIR) for the brief but memorable contact.
Equipment used were:
Rig: FT-847, running 50 Watts. Click on the thumbnail below to view the picture of my shack.
From left to right, Symek TNC3S, ICOM IC-PCR1000, ICOM IC-910H, Yaesu FT-847, Diamond SX-600 SWR and Power Meter, MFJ-969 ATU, ICOM IC-756PROIII
Antenna: Diamond 10-element 2M yagi, vertically polarized. Click on the thumbnail below to view the picture of my antenna.
The picture shows the Diamond 2M Yagi, vertically polarized on the left, the 2.4 GHz S-Band 10 turn Helix, right hand circular polarized (RHCP) in the middle and the 11 element 70CM Quad, vertically polarized on the right (as seen from behind the Yaesu G-5500 rotator)
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Alzheimer's Disease: Causes
'Recently researchers proposed the term 'Type-3-Diabetes' for Alzheimer's disease (ad) because of the shared molecular and cellular features among Type-1-Diabetes, Type-2-Diabetes and insulin resistance associated with memory deficits and cognitive decline in elderly individuals. Recent clinical and basic studies on patients with diabetes and AD revealed previously unreported cellular and pathological among diabetes, insulin resistance and AD. These studies are also strengthened by various basic biological studies that decipher the effects of insulin in the pathology of AD through cellular and molecular mechanisms. For instance, insulin is involved in the activation of glycogen synthase kinase 3β, which in turn causes phosphorylation of tau, which involved in the formation of neurofibrillary tangles. Interestingly, insulin also plays a crucial role in the formation amyloid plaques.'
Kandimalla, Ramesh. "Is Alzheimer's Disease a Type 3 Diabetes? A Critical Appraisal." Biochimica et Biophysica Acta, 2017, 12.
It is possible that hepatic malfunction contributes to AD in a plethora of non-excluding pathways, including: (i) the failure to maintain Aβ homeostasis at the periphery; (ii) acting as a source of pro-inflammatory cytokines when chronic inflammation follows different types of injury (like virus infection, drug-induced injury, and metabolic diseases); and (iii) through metabolic impairment.
Estrada, Lisbell D., Pablo Ahumada, Daniel Cabrera, and Juan P. Arab. "Liver Dysfunction as a Novel Player in Alzheimer's Progression: Looking Outside the Brain." Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience 11 (July 17, 2019): 174. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnagi.2019.00174.


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An Incompetent Cervix May Cause Pregnancy Loss Or Premature Birth. Here's How to Prevent ItDon't skip prenatal checkups and ultrasound scans to help check if you have an incompetent cervix.by Rachel Perez .
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If you read your ultrasound reports during pregnancy, it usually contains not just details about the baby in your womb, but also about your reproductive health. It shows the state of your uterus, ovaries, and cervix.
The cervix is one important part of your reproductive system, especially during pregnancy. In Filipino, a woman's cervix is called "kwelyo ng matres." It's the lower part of the uterus which connects it to the vagina. It's typically two to five centimeters long and roughly cylindrical in shape.
The cervix acts as the doorway to the uterus, where sperm travels through to fertilize an egg. The mucus the cervix produces changes in consistency during the duration of the menstrual cycle to prevent or promote pregnancy. (Read here how you can use cervical mucus to prevent or promote pregnancy.)
If you're not pregnant, the cervix helps keep possible infection carriers, such as tampons and bathwater, outside of your womb. But it can also get infected with sexually transmitted infections. Certain types of the human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common cause of cervical cancer.ADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW
When you're pregnant, the cervix helps prevent preterm labor by keeping the baby in place until it's fully developed. During childbirth, it softens and opens to allow the baby to pass through. (Click here to see how wide your cervix opens when you give birth.)
Incompetent cervix and what it means for your pregnancy
One to two in 100 pregnancies is made more complicated by an incompetent cervix, and about 20% to 25% of pregnancy losses that happen in the second trimester is due to an incompetent cervix. It's also sometimes called a weakened cervix or cervix insufficiency.
An incompetent cervix happens when as the baby grows and gets heavier, it presses on the cervix and may start to soften and open up, usually painlessly and without contractions, before the baby is ready to be born. According to the American Pregnancy Association, an incompetent cervix may be caused by the following:CONTINUE READING BELOWwatch now
- Previous surgery on the cervix
- Damage to the cervix during a difficult birth
- Past trauma to the cervix, such as dilation and curettage from termination of pregnancy or miscarriage
- A congenital malformation of the cervix or uterus
- Exposure to diethylstilbestrol, a synthetic form of the female hormone estrogen, which was prescribed to pregnant women between 1940 and 1971 to prevent miscarriage, premature labor, and other related pregnancy complications
Diagnosing an incompetent cervix
It's difficult to detect an incompetent cervix during a first pregnancy. Unfortunately, many women only know about having one after suffering a miscarriage in the second or third trimester of pregnancy.
Be sure to tell your doctor if you've had any history of second-trimester pregnancy loss or any of the possible causes mentioned above. Don't hesitate to tell your doctor if you feel the following between Week 14 and Week 20 of your pregnancy:
- any mild discomfort
- spotting
- a feeling of pelvic pressure
- a new backache
- mild cramps in your belly (abdomen)
- a change in vaginal discharge
- light vaginal bleeding
Once you've communicated these to your doctor, there are ways to determine if you have signs of having an incompetent cervix. Your doctor may ask you to do a transvaginal ultrasound, pelvic exam, or a laboratory test.
Transvaginal ultrasound
During pregnancy, your cervix shortens as you near your delivery date. A transvaginal ultrasound can measure your cervix length. If your cervical length is short or less than 2.5 centimeters before 24 weeks of pregnancy, it may be caused by incompetent cervix and may be prone to dilation and increases your risk for pregnancy loss or preterm labor and delivery.
Pelvic exam
With a pelvic exam, your doctor may see if the amniotic sac has begun to protrude through the opening of the uterus. Fetal membranes, or the two-layer tissue that surrounds the fetus during pregnancy, present in your cervix or vagina indicate cervical insufficiency.
Laboratory test
According to the Mayo Clinic, a doctor may perform amniocentesis between Week 15 and Week 18 of your pregnancy. It's a diagnostic procedure where doctors take a sample of the amniotic fluid, or the pool of liquid where your unborn baby swims in inside your womb. An amniocentesis can help rule out chorioamnionitis, an infection of the amniotic sac if the fetal membranes are visible and an ultrasound shows signs of inflammations, but symptoms of any infection are also absent.ADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW
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Managing or treatment for an incompetent cervix
If you're diagnosed with an incompetent cervix, and it's starting to shorten, with or without symptoms of preterm labor, there are treatments your doctor may use to manage your incompetent cervix.
Cervical cerclage
Your doctor may also perform a cervical cerclage, a surgical procedure wherein the cervix is stitched closed with strong sutures. It's typically performed between Week 14 to Week 16 of the pregnancy and has an 80% to 90% success rate. The sutures will be removed during the last month of pregnancy or during labor.
Cervical cerclage is typically not recommended for women who are pregnant with twins, and prone to irritation of the cervix. It's also not done if your cervix has dilated up to four centimeters, or your amniotic sac has ruptured.
As with any procedure, there are some risks involved when performing a cervical cerclage. These include uterine rupture, maternal hemorrhage, bladder rupture, cervical laceration, preterm labor, and premature rupture of the membranes.ADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW
Progesterone suppositories
The hormone progesterone helps prepare your body for pregnancy and prevents premature birth. Your doctor may prescribe progesterone vaginal suppositories that you just insert in your vagina every day, starting at 20 weeks. When you reach 37 weeks, your doctor will ask you to stop it since you're about to give birth.
Some doctors may also recommend a pessary, a device that fits inside the vagina that holds the uterus in place. It helps lessen the pressure on the cervix. Whatever treatment you get, you'll probably be on restricted activity until you get to term.
Prevention of incompetent cervix
There is no way to prevent having an incompetent cervix, but you can help your doctor detect it earlier so he or she can safeguard your pregnancy against miscarriage or premature birth. Even if there's no way to prevent it, you can still carry your baby to term. The Mayo Clinic suggests the following tips.ADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW
- Don't skip prenatal visits that help your doctor monitor your health and your baby's health. It's not the venue to by shy, so tell your doctor any signs or symptoms that concern you, even if they seem silly or unimportant.
- Eat a healthy diet and take your prenatal vitamins regularly. You'll need more folic acid, calcium, iron, and other essential nutrients.
- Gain the right amount of weight to support your baby's growth. A weight gain of 25 to 35 pounds is often recommended for women who have a healthy weight before pregnancy.
- Avoid smoking, alcohol, and other risky substances. Always consult your doctor before taking any medications or supplements.
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Transwestern and Devencore have compiled results of their 2020 Commercial Real Estate Sentiment Survey, summarizing the firms' outlook for U.S. and Canadian real estate markets. Brokers and analysts across 43 North American offices shared insight on the office/medical office and industrial sectors.
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BANGOR, ME. –– Ben Shungu scored the decisive layup with four seconds left in the game to give Vermont (14-6, 4-1 AE) a 59-57 win over Maine (6-14, 2-4 AE) on Wednesday night. The Catamounts matched a season-best with their fourth consecutive victory.
"It was a little bit of a strange game with some aggressive and choppy play," Cioffi Men's Basketball Head Coach John Becker said. "There wasn't much flow to it, but we found a way and it's always hard to win a league game on the road."
The Black Bears netted six quick points to begin the game and eventually held an 18-7 lead with 10:44 left in the first half.
The Catamounts chipped away at the deficit over the next five minutes and drew within 20-19 after Ryan Davis banked in a layup from the low block.
The Green and Gold tied the game at 24-24 at the 2:46 mark with a layup from Robin Duncan. Maine answered on the other end of the floor with a layup from Andrew Fleming (13 points), but Davis scored the last four points of the half as Vermont went into the break with a 28-26 lead.
UVM carried the momentum over to the second half with a 16-8 run and built a 44-34 lead with 13 minutes remaining on the clock.
The Black Bears used the long ball to climb back into the game. In a two-minute stretch, Maine hit two triples and flushed a dunk to whittle the score to 44-42.
With the game tied at 55-55 in the final minute, Anthony Lamb banked in a layup from the left side but two free throws from Maine's Solomon Iluyomade (4 points) evened the score once again. On UVM's final possession, Shungu drove into paint and his layup was blocked by a Black Bear defender after the ball hit the backboard, resulting a goaltending call.
Fleming went for the win at the buzzer, but missed a three-point attempt from the corner.
Davis poured in a career-high 22 points and shot 8-of-11 from the field. He also gathered seven rebounds and canned a three-pointer.
Stef Smith reached double figures with 10 points, three assists, and two rebounds.
Lamb matched Smith with 10 points. He pulled down six boards and handed out three assists.
UVM has won the last 18 meetings with Maine and extended its lead in the all-time series to 74-70.
With the victory, the Cats Win, Community Wins campaign and Vermont Mutual Insurance Group will donate $100 to a Vermont charity, bringing the 2020 total to 13 wins totaling $1,300. A special thank you to Vermont Mutual Insurance for their support, protecting Vermonters since 1828.
Vermont will return to Burlington to host UMass Lowell on Saturday (Jan. 25). The contest is UVM's annual Rally Against Cancer game presented by Inspired Closets. The Catamounts will be wearing special-edition lavender jerseys that will be auctioned off at UVMathletics.com/Auctions. The auction will run from Friday (Jan. 24) to next Thursday (Jan. 30) and the proceeds will benefit the University of Vermont Cancer Center. Fans are encouraged to wear lavender to support to cause.
Tickets are available for purchase at UVMathletics.com/Tickets or at the Patrick Gym Box Office on gameday. All of the action can be seen on ESPN+ with a paid subscription. Fans can also listen live on the Vermont Sports Network, from Learfield IMG College, on 101.3 The Game or online at Catamounts All-Access with Jake Marsh on the call.


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I'm new to this forum but I have been on the reboot path for over 5 years. I just wanted to say I feel successful going without porn or fapping for 4 months straight. I've gone 3 months-free a couple times and did the 1 month-off several times. My porn use has immensely dwindled down in both frequency and volume so to speak.
I feel pretty good about that and have seen some major improvements in my life in general (i.e. more confidence in self, less social anxiety, more firm in bed with women) but still feel I fall short.
My goal has been to go 8 months with no fap/porn. This has been very difficult and I'm back on the wagon with the will to make it 8 months-free from porn/fapping.
I'm thinking of going cold turkey as I've been watching porn for over 15 years. It has got to stop. I don't think this gradual approach to quitting is ever going to work for me. I'm good at stopping things cold turkey such as drinking and smoking. I can go years without it but have the occasional smoke and drink here and then but it isn't hard to quit those things as it is porn.
Still, I had to put this out there because it feels really good to write down and share with others that the longest I've gone is 4 months. 5 years ago I thought I would die before I could go no fap/porn for 4 months, let alone for 2 weeks.
Anyone have advice on this matter? If anyone here who's gone more than 4 months can share their feedback that would be great!
And congrats to all the brothers going 2 months on here and beyond. I know how hard it is and 2 months is really good. Keep it up! The small wins do matter. It's better than giving up, that's for sure.
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Before he unveiled the Bengals' new logo Monday, Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis unveiled to his team his first and most important theme of the 2004 preseason on the first day of off-season workouts. Hopefully, it's more popular with the players than the logo is with the fans.
"You don't start out where you left off last season. We're not 8-8. We're 0-0."
That may be the best therapy for a team coming off the Warren Sapp miss in free agency. While Sapp, his agent, and Lewis insist it was all very real Friday night, the Bengals locker room never bought it.
In fact, Sapp stopped just short Monday of saying the Bengals pulled the proposal on Friday. But he did say they fudged it enough at the end that he felt like it was taken away from him: "They played with it a little bit. Played with this, played with that. Just made it an uncomfortable situation.
"It was real close with Cincinnati. It was just one of those deals that I didn't feel good about," Sapp said at his introductory news conference in Oakland. "I woke up the next morning, and Al Davis was on the line. ... I've always admired him from afar. His style speaks for himself. He's as smooth as all outdoors."
"You've got to play with what you've got. Plus a lot of guys, not just players, a lot of you guys (the media) knew that might have been a ploy to get a bigger contract. I'm not for sure," said Bengals safety Kim Herring. "I don't celebrate until the name is on the bottom line. Can't feel bad about it. We don't know what would have happened."
Lewis, who dearly wanted Sapp for psychological as well as game-plan reasons, continued to zip any frustration.
"We did what we felt was prudent for us to do as an organization," Lewis said. "It takes two to agree. It's a disappointment, but it's not the end of the world . . .I don't think there was any point they used us as leverage at all. There was sincere interest in getting it done. We just failed to meet at that point."
Lewis had no comment on running back Corey Dillon's bashing of the head coach and right tackle Willie Anderson last week on national TV, but he did.
"Did he say anything that surprised you?" Lewis asked when he said he had no reaction. "I really don't think Willie took much offense of it. I don't think he did anything that surprised you or the people in Cincinnati. (Or) anyone around the NFL that (has) followed him."
Lewis said Dillon's possible violation of the club's loyalty clause, "has not been discussed with anybody at any point."
Lewis said the club's new uniforms are going to debut April 22 and are "predicated more on movement, speed, and energy." Lewis said it's more than a subtle change, but not radical. But all indications are the striped helmet is staying the same.
FREE-AGENT CHASE:** The Bengals figure to be active for a right guard as well as a free safety in free agency now with no impact cornerbacks left. One of the agents for Eagles guard Bobbie Williams said his client is ready to sign, but is waiting to hear back from the club. Meanwhile, he is to visit Buffalo Wednesday, where he is expected to get an offer.
CH-CHANGES:** You think there were a lot of changes in Lewis' first season last year? There may be more roster turnover in '04. At least that's where it's headed. When about 45 Bengals showed up for workouts Monday, there were 12 guys on the roster
at the end of last season 85 days ago who weren't here because they either want out (running back Corey Dillon), went to new teams (guards Mike Goff and Matt O'Dwyer, safety Mark Roman, running back Brandon Bennett), or got released (cornerbacks Artrell Hawkins and Jeff Burris and defensive tackle Oliver Gibson), or are unrestricted free agents (safety Rogers Beckett, quarterback Shane Matthews, defensive tackle Glen Steele, linebacker Riall Johnson).
Some are probably going to re-sign, but remember this. By Cutdown Day a week before last year's opener, Lewis had cut 17 players from the 2002 Opening Day roster. Cutdown Day '04 is still more than five months away.
The Bengals open their pre-season schedule on the road at Tampa Bay the week of Aug. 12-16 before opening up their home schedule Aug. 19-23 against the defending Super Bowl champion Patriots. The fixed dates are to be announced later, as will the regular-season schedule. The Bengals go on the road at Atlanta Aug. 26-30 before ending the preseason at home against Indianapolis Labor Day weekend.
The team's new primary logo, designed at NFL Properties, is a block-lettered "B" filled in with black and orange stripes. The leaping tiger had been the primary logo since 1997, and will still be used in a secondary role, as will the tiger head.
From 1981-96, the Bengals' primary logo had been the striped helmet that was introduced along with new uniforms before the '81 Super Bowl season. From 1970-80 the logo was the team's original helmet with the block-lettered "Bengals," on the side. The team's first logo from 1967-69 was a running tiger with a football under its right arm and a white helmet with a tiger logo painted on the side flying off the tiger's head.
The roster changes represent Lewis bid to break from the past, not the logo: "It's just another mark for us."


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The First Christian Martyr
by Tony Alamo
In Acts 2:4, the disciples multiplied by the thousands immediately after the day of Pentecost. "There arose a murmuring of the Greeks against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily distribution of food and other necessities. Then the twelve disciples called the multitude of the disciples together, and said, It is not good that we [elders] should leave the WORD of GOD to wait on tables and food preparation. Search out seven men of honest report, filled with the HOLY SPIRIT and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business. But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the WORD [preaching and teaching]. And these instructions pleased the entire multitude: and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and the HOLY SPIRIT [and six other holy men]: Whom they set before the apostles: and when they had prayed, they laid their hands on them. And the WORD of GOD increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly; and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith. And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and miracles among the people.
"Then there arose certain of the synagogue, which is called the synagogue of the Libertines, and Cyrenians, and Alexandrians, and of them of Cilicia and of Asia, disputing with Stephen. And they were not able to resist the wisdom and the SPIRIT by which he spake. So they recruited men to lie about them saying, We have heard him speak blasphemous words against Moses, and against GOD. And they [as the media does today] stirred up the people [the mob], and the elders, and the scribes [whom JESUS said were of their father, the devil], and came upon him, and brought him to the council, And [as they do today] set up false witnesses, which said, This man ceaseth not to speak blasphemous words against this HOLY place, and the LAW [of GOD]: For we have heard him say, that this JESUS of NAZARETH shall destroy this place, and shall change the customs which Moses delivered us. And all that sat in the council, looking steadfastly on him, saw his face as (if) it had been the face of an angel" (Acts Ch. 6).
"Then said the high priest, Are these things so? And Stephen said, Men, brethren, and fathers, hearken; The GOD of GLORY appeared unto our father Abraham, when he was in Mesopotamia, before he dwelt in Charran, And said unto him, Go you out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and come into the land I will show you. Then came he out of the land of the Chaldaeans, and dwelt in Charran: and from there, when his father was dead, he removed him into this land, where you now dwell. And he gave him no inheritance in it, no, not so much to set his foot on: yet he promised that he would give it to him for a possession, and to his seed after him, when as yet he had no child. And GOD spake on this wise, That his seed should sojourn in a strange land; and that they [the Egyptians] should bring them [the Jews, not the Arabs or Muslims] into bondage, and entreat them evil four hundred years. And the nation [Egypt] to whom they shall be in bondage will I judge, said GOD: and after that shall they come forth, and serve ME in this place. And HE gave them [the Jews] the covenant of circumcision: and so Abraham begat Isaac, and circumcised him the eighth day; and Isaac begat Jacob; and Jacob begat the twelve patriarchs.
"And the patriarchs, moved with envy, sold Joseph into Egypt: but GOD was with him, And delivered him out of all his afflictions, and gave him favor and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt; and he made him governor over Egypt and all his house. Now there came a famine over all the land of Egypt and Canaan, and great affliction: and our fathers found no food. Jacob heard that there was corn in Egypt, so he sent out his sons to get some. The second time Joseph was made known unto them; and Joseph's kindred was made known unto Pharaoh. Then Joseph sent for his father, Jacob, and all his kindred, seventy-five people. So Jacob went down into Egypt, and died, he, and our fathers, And were carried over into Sychem, and laid in the cave/tomb that Abraham bought for a sum of money of the sons of Emmor, the father of Sychem.
"But when the time of the promise drew near, which GOD had sworn to Abraham, the people grew and multiplied in Egypt, Till another king arose, which knew not Joseph. This same king dealt subtilely with our kindred [the Jews], and evil entreated our fathers [the Jews], so that they cast out their young children [the baby boys], to the end that they might not live. In which time Moses was born, and was exceeding fair, and nourished up in his father's house three months: And when he was cast out, Pharaoh's daughter took him up, and nourished him up as her own son. And Moses was educated in all the wisdom of the Egyptians, and was mighty in words and in deeds.
"And when he was full forty years old, it came into his heart to visit his brethren the children of Israel. And seeing one of them suffer wrong, he defended him, and avenged him that was oppressed, and smote the Egyptian: For he supposed his brethren would have understood how that GOD by his hand would deliver them: but they understood not. And the next day he showed himself unto them as they strove, and would have set them at one again, saying, Sirs, you are brothers; why do ye wrong one another? But he that did his neighbor wrong thrust him away, saying, Who has made you a ruler and a judge over us? Wilt you kill me, as you killed the Egyptian yesterday? Then fled Moses at this saying, and was a stranger in the land of Midian, where he begat two sons.
"And when forty years were expired, there appeared to him in the wilderness of mount Sina an angel of the LORD [which was the LORD] in a flame of fire in a bush. When Moses saw it, he wondered at the sight: and as he drew near to behold it, the voice of the LORD came unto him, Saying, I AM THE GOD of thy fathers, the GOD of Abraham, and the GOD of Isaac, and the GOD of Jacob. Then Moses trembled, and dared not look. Then said the LORD to him, Put off your shoes from your feet: for the place where you stand is HOLY ground. I have seen, I have seen the affliction of MY people [the Jews] which is in Egypt, and I have heard their GROANING, and am come down to deliver them. And now come, I will send thee into Egypt.
"This Moses whom they refused, saying, Who made you a ruler and a judge? the same did GOD send to be a ruler and a [judge (Exodus 18:13, 26)] deliverer by the hand of the angel that appeared to him in the bush. He brought them out, after that he had showed wonders and signs in the land of Egypt, and in the Red sea, and in the wilderness forty years. This is that Moses, which said unto the children of Israel [not Arabia], A prophet shall the LORD your GOD raise up unto you of your brethren [the Jews], like unto me [Moses, a Jew, which would be JESUS]; HIM shall you hear. This is he, that was in the church in the wilderness with the angel that spake to him in the mount Sina, and with our fathers: who received the lively oracles to give unto us: To whom our fathers would not obey, but thrust him from them, and in their hearts turned back again into Egypt, Saying unto Aaron, Make us gods to go before us: for as for this Moses, which brought us out of the land of Egypt, we haven't a clue as to what is become of him. And they made a calf in those days, and offered sacrifice unto the idol, and rejoiced in the works of their own hands. Then GOD turned, and gave them up to worship the host of heaven; as it is written in the book of the prophets, O ye house of Israel, have you offered to ME slain beasts and sacrifices by the space of forty years in the wilderness? Yea, you took up the tabernacle of Moloch, and the star of your god Remphan, figures you made, to worship him: and I will carry you away beyond Babylon.
"Our fathers had the tabernacle of witness in the wilderness, as HE had appointed, speaking unto Moses, that he should make it according to the fashion that he had seen. Which also our fathers that came after brought in with JESUS into the possession of the Gentiles, whom GOD drove out before the face of our fathers, unto the days of David; Who found favour before GOD, and desired to find a tabernacle for the GOD of Jacob. But Solomon built HIM a house. Howbeit the MOST HIGH dwells not in temples made with hands; as the prophets say, HEAVEN IS MY THRONE, and earth is MY footstool: what house will you build ME? says the LORD: or what is the place of MY rest? Has not MY hand made all these things? You stiffnecked and uncircumcised in heart and ears, you do always resist the HOLY SPIRIT: as your fathers did, so do you. Which of the prophets have not your fathers persecuted? and they have slain them which showed before of the coming of the JUST ONE; of whom ye have been now the betrayers and murderers: Who have received the LAW by the dispositions of angels, and have not kept it.
"When they heard these things, they were cut to the heart, and they gnashed on him with their teeth. But he, being filled with the HOLY SPIRIT, looked up steadfastly into HEAVEN, and saw the GLORY of GOD, and [saw] JESUS standing on the right hand of GOD, And said, Behold, I see the HEAVENS opened, and the SON of MAN standing on the right hand of GOD. Then they cried out with a loud voice, and stopped their ears, and ran upon him with one accord, And cast him out of the city, and stoned him: and the witnesses had laid down their clothes at a young man's feet, whose name was Saul. And they stoned Stephen, calling upon GOD, and saying, LORD JESUS, receive my spirit. And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, saying, LORD, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep" (Acts, Chapter 7).
This same thing is happening today, and has been for two thousand years. Stephen has been enjoying the splendor of HEAVEN for two thousand years, and will be doing the same forever. However, those who have never repented their evil have been screaming their lungs out for two thousand years, and will be doing the same forever.1 They will do this for millions of years, forever. Don't let this happen to you. Repent of your sins, and believe the Gospel. Believe on the LORD JESUS CHRIST, and you shall be saved (Acts 16:31). Do it now by saying this prayer:
My LORD and my GOD, have mercy upon my soul, a sinner. 1 I believe that JESUS CHRIST is the SON of the living GOD. 2 I believe that HE died on the cross and shed HIS precious blood for the forgiveness of all my former sins. 3 I believe that GOD raised JESUS from the dead by the power of the HOLY SPIRIT 4 and that HE sits on the right hand of GOD at this moment, hearing my confession of sin and this prayer. 5 I open up the door of my heart, and I invite YOU into my heart, LORD JESUS. 6 Wash all of my filthy sins away in the precious blood that YOU shed in my place on the cross at Calvary. 7 YOU will not turn me away, LORD JESUS; YOU will forgive my sins and save my soul. I know because YOUR WORD, the Bible, says so. 8 YOUR WORD says that YOU will turn no one away, and that includes me. 9 Therefore, I know that YOU have heard me, and I know that YOU have answered me, and I know that I am saved. 10 And I thank YOU, LORD JESUS, for saving my soul, and I will show my thankfulness by doing as YOU command and sin no more.11
You've just completed the first step in a series of five steps which are necessary to receive salvation. Your second step is to deny yourself and take up your cross daily and follow JESUS for the purpose of mortifying your flesh, that is, for putting to death your own will, your soulful self, and the world with all of its lusts. All these must be baptized into the death of CHRIST.
Step three is your resurrection from the satanic life of Adam unto the sinless life of CHRIST. Step four is your ascension into a position of authority to reign for God with Christ on earth, and the fifth step is to reign for GOD in CHRIST on earth to the end for the purpose of bringing about the kingdom of Heaven on earth. You must learn the WORD of GOD, submit yourselves one to another, and do what the WORD says so that the church and the world may see evidence of your submission to GOD'S WORD, HIS order, and HIS authority in and by you.
Praise the LORD. May GOD bless and reward you abundantly.
Yours in the wonderful name of JESUS,
Pastor Tony Alamo
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Prayer footnotes:
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2. Matt. 26:63-64, 27:54, Luke 1:30-33, John 9:35-37, Rom. 1:3-4 return
3. Acts 4:12, 20:28, Rom. 3:25, I John 1:7, Rev. 5:9 return
4. Psa. 16:9-10, Matt. 28:5-7, Mark 16:9, 12, 14, John 2:19, 21, 10:17-18, 11:25, Acts 2:24, 3:15, Rom. 8:11, I Cor. 15:3-7 return
5. Luke 22:69, Acts 2:25-36, Heb. 10:12-13 return
6. I Cor. 3:16, Rev. 3:20 return
7. Eph. 2:13-22, Heb. 9:22, 13:12, 20-21, I John 1:7, Rev. 1:5, 7:14 return
8. Matt. 26:28, Acts 2:21, 4:12, Eph. 1:7, Col. 1:14 return
9. Matt. 21:22, John 6:35, 37-40, Rom. 10:13 return
10. Heb. 11:6 return
11. John 5:14, 8:11, Rom. 6:4, I Cor. 15:10, Rev. 7:14, 22:14 return


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Occupation: Rainfall comes to us from the mind of writer/director Luke Sparke and is the sequel to Sparke's previous film, Occupation. Picking up two years after aliens have landed on Earth, a group of Aussie survivors fights in a war for their home and their lives.
Caught In its Own Storm
From the opening scene, Occupation: Rainfall lets its audience know exactly what sort of film they in for. Instantly, the audience is met with a breakneck action sequence, filled with plenty of noise — both audible and visual. It's at this point that the film either grabs its audience and drags them along for the ride or loses grip of them and leaves them in the dust. Unfortunately, it was the latter that occurred during my viewing of this film. Where Occupation: Rainfall could have embraced the type of film it is and basked in the cheesiness of pulpy, B-grade cinema, Sparke instead gets caught up in an attempt to create the next, big Aussie sci-fi epic. Because of this, a lot of the film is bogged down in monotonous sequences of traveling, fighting, and uninteresting character interactions. While some aspects of the film work quite well, its focus on the brooding and down-and-out atmosphere starts to become overbearing and kills the vibe of any high points.
Cloudy with a Chance of Explosions
While Occupation: Rainfall's lack of tonal consistency proves to be its biggest detriment, where it shines most is in Luke Sparke's direction of action. Many of the film's sequences are centered around large action set pieces, and Sparke's talent really stands out during these moments. The action in Occupation: Rainfall is loud and bombastic. It's exciting and clear-cut. While Sparke does utilize techniques such as shaky cam, at times, the majority of the action is understandable and easy to follow. Although a few of the special effects appear below average, the film still manages to keep its audience engaged within these sequences of explosions and laser beams. There is one big set piece, however, containing a crab-like creature that really shows off some of the film's better visual effects and incredible alien design. This sequence is also the highest point of the film, unfortunately.
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Although Occupation: Rainfall falls short in many areas, its big selling point on all of the posters and trailers is Jason Isaacs and Ken Jeong; these two are easily the best part of the film. Once the film introduces the characters played by these two actors, it momentarily becomes exactly what it should have been the whole time: a goofy, funny action romp. The comedy of the film instantly picks up once Isaacs and Jeong are introduced and definitely eases the mood of the film for a while. However, these sequences add to the inconsistency of the film which, for most of its runtime, wants to be a serious sci-fi epic, but its momentary turns into this blend of action and comedy seem jarring by comparison.
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How did it begin?
Slinky was formed and remains to this day a band determined to answer the question "what if…?" That's the short version. In more detail, having first-hand experience of what it takes to perform at the highest level in terms of production, musical arrangement and of course performance, the "what if?" seeks to apply that same attention to detail to a covers band. with the focus fixed firmly on giving the target audience (i.e. packed dance floor) a night they won't forget anytime soon. The highest priority is given to meeting the challenge of being sufficiently different so as to stand out from the norm without being in any way pretentious or over-indulgent.
So what's the lineup?
Five very capable musicians make up this fabulous covers band. With female and male vocals fronting the band along with 3 additional backing vocalists Slinky can, and literally cover all genres but most importantly play everything to the highest standard! Slinky have fantastic on-stage chemistry and a repertoire that will light up your evening. Stuffed full of timeless funk classics to dance floor fillers with modern chart tunes well represented. You will definitely recognize many songs and won't be able to resist the temptation to dance the night away.
Meeting the requirement of such a challenge requires a band made up of like-minded individuals, passionate about preforming and experts in their field and most importantly free of egos.
Where have they performed?
Based in Scotland, Slinky have entertained audiences across the U.K, Middle East, U.S and Europe with their infectious live shows for over 15 years. Whether it's performing at concerts, festivals, hotels and bar residencies, high class corporate events and cruise lines they are always in high demand. They have just recently returned from a residency in the stunning new jazz venue 'Frioul', on the serene and beautiful waterways of Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai's where they performed funk/neo soul 6 nights a week for a 5 week contract.
Set List/Services
Moondance - Van Morrison
Geogia on my mind - Ray Charles
The way you look tonight - Frank Sinatra
Summertime - Ella Fitzgerald
My funny valetine - Ella Fitzgerald
Bewitched bothered bewildered - Doris Day
Sway - Dean Martin
Aint no sunshine - Bill Withers
All of me - Billie Holiday
Autumn leaves - Ella Fitzgerald
Cry me a river - Julie London
Fever - Peggy Lee
Misty - Ella Fitzgerald
Somewhere over the rainbow - Judy Garland
When I fall in love - Nat King Cole
Fly me to the moon - Frank Sinatra
Smile - Nat King Cole
Dont know why - Norah Jones
Dream a little dream - Mamas and the papas
God bless the child - Billie Holiday
Mr. Bojangles - Sammy Davis Jr
What a wonderful world - Louis Armstrong
L.o.v.e - Nat King Cole
New york new york - Frank Sinatra
Cheek to cheek - Ella Fitzgerald
Come fly with me - Frank Sinatra
Lady is a tramp - Frank Sinartra
Cant take my eyes off you -
My baby just cares - Nina Simone
Feelin good - Nina Simone
At last - Etta James
Dont it make my brown eyes blue - Crystal Gale
Come away with me - Norah Jones
Give it up or let go - Shelby Lynne
How do I live - Trisha Yearwood
She's in love with a boy - Trisha Yearwood
I will always love you - Dolly Parton
Love has no pride - Bonnie Raitt
I can't make you love me - Bonnie Raitt
Cant fight the moonlight - Leane Rhymes
From this moment - Shania Twain
You're still the one I love - Shania Twain
All of me - John Legend
Amazed -Lonestar
Angels - Robbie williams
Beautiful -Christina Aguilera
Bridge over troubled water - Simon & Garfunkel
Can you feel the love tonight - Elton John
Chasing cars - Bryan Adams
Flying without wings - Westlife
A million love songs – Take That
From this moment -Shania Twain
Gravity - Sara Bareilies
Have I told you lately that I love you - Van Morrison
Hurt - Christina Aguilera
If tomorrow never comes - Ronan Keating
Kissing you - Desree
Make you feel my love - Adele
Songbird - Eva Cassidy
Your song - Elton John
Easy - The commodors
End of the road - Boyz II men
Unbreak my heart - Toni Braxton
Nobody does it better - Carly Simon
Saving all my love - Whitney Houston
Run to you - Whitney Houston
I have nothing - Whitney Houston
Kiss from a rose - Seal
Midnight train to georgia - Gladys Knight
Love me still - Chaka Khan
Stay - Rihanna
The first time I ever saw your face - Roberta Flack
Song for you - Donny Hattaway
If I aint got you - Alicia Keys
New york state of mind - Alicia Keys
Wonderful tonight - Eric Clapton
Cant help falling in love - Elvis Presley
When a man loves a woman - Michael Bolton
Save the best for last - Vanessa Williams
Angel - Sarah McLaughlan
Let it be - The Beatles
Hey Jude - The Beatles
Feel like home - Chantel Kreviazuk
Whereever you will go - Charlene Soraia
Nothing compares to you - Sinead O Connor
Rule the world - Take That
The greatest day – Take That
Purple rain - Prince
Sorry seems to ve the hardest word - Elton John
Falling - Alicia Keys
Glorybox - Portishead
Twice - Little Dragon
Gone - Lianne La Havas
Love is a losing game - Amy Winehouse
Lately - Stevie Wonder
Hallelujah - Jeff Buckley
Someone like you - Adele
Fields of gold - Eva Cassidy
I put a spell on you - Screamin jay Hawkins
Jailhouse rock - Elvis
Hounddog - Elvis
Johnny be goode - Chuck
Great balls of fire - Jerry lee lewis
Rock around the clock - Bill Hailey
Do you love – Contour
Stand by me - Ben.E.King
My girl - The Temptations
Lean on me - Bill Withers
I feel good -James Brown
Isn't she lovely -Stevie Wonder
Superstion - Stevie Wonder
Signed sealed delivered - Stevie Wonder
Son of a preacherman - Dusty Springfield
Shout - Lulu
Higher and higher - Jackie Wilson
All night long - Lionel Richie
Twist and shout - The Beatles
Stuck in the middle with you - Stealers
Ain't no mountain high enough - Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell
Shotgun - Jr. Walker and the all stars
Dancing in the street - Martha and the Vandellas
Papa was a rolling stone - The Temptations
The tracks of my tears - Smokey Robinson and the miracles
Rescue me - Areatha Franklin
Soul man - Sam and Dave
Be my baby - The ronettes
Will you still love me tomorrow - The Shirelles
Mustang sally - Wilson Pickett
Piece of my heart - Janis Joplin
Proud mary - Tina Tuner
Nut bush city limits - Tina Tuner
Heard it throught the grapevine - Marvin Gaye
Try a little tenderness - Ottis Redding
Hit the road jack - Ray Charles
Lovely day - Bill Withers
I want you back - Jackson 5
Use me up - Bill withers
ABC - Jackson 5
Ease on down the road - Jackson 5
Move on up - Curtis Jackson
Rockin robin - Jackson 5
Blame it on the boogie - Jackson 5
Shake your body - Jackson 5
Just the two of us ¬- Bill Withers
Wade in the water - Eva Cassidy
Think - Aretha Franklin
Respect -Aretha Franklin
Say a little prayer - Aretha Franklin
I just wanna make love to you – Etta James
Aint no stoppin us now - Luther Vanderles
Celebrations - Kool and the gang
Somebody else's guy - Joycelynn Brown
Mama used to say - Junior
I wanna be your lover - Prince
I will survive - Gloria Gayner
We are family - Sister sledge
September - Earth wind and fire
On the radio - Donna Summer
Billie jean - Michael Jackson
Jump for your love - The pointer sisters
Never miss the water - Chaka Khan
Rock me again and again - Lyn Collins
Lady marmalade - Patti La Belle
Car wash - Rose Royce
Im coming out - Donna Summer
Young hears run free - Candi Staton
Modern POP/ROCK/R&B:
Valerie - Amy Winehouse
You know I'm no good - Amy Winehouse
Rehab - Amy Winehouse
Back to black - Amy winehouse
Tears dry on their own -Amy Winehouse
Monkey man - Amy Winehouse
Next to me - Emelie Sande
Forget you - Cee lo green
Price tag - Jessie J
Domino - Jessie J
Do it like a dude - Jessie J
Diamonds – Rihanna
Just the way you are - Bruno Mars
Locked out of heaven - Bruno Mars
Mercy - Duffy
Sex on fire - Kings of Leon
Mr. Brightside - The killers
Crazy - Knarles Barkley
Sweet home alabama - Lynard Skynard
Don't stop believing - Journey
Summer of 69 - Brian Adams
I wanna dance with some body - Whitney houston
How will I know - Whitney Houston
Like a prayer - Madonna
Let's hear it for the boys – Denice Williams
American boy - Estelle
Sing it back – Moloko
Crazy in love - Beyonce
Single Ladies -Beyonce
Like a virgin - Madonna
Girls just wanna have fun - Cindy Lauper
Hotel California - The Eagles
Kiss - Prince
Good luck - Basement Jaxx
Do your thing - Basement Jaxx
Getting in the way - Jill Scott
Golden - Jill Scott
Appletree - Erykah Badu
A night to remember - Shalamar
Happy - Pharell
Call me al - Paul Simon
Tell me something good - Rufus
Cosmic girl - Jamiroqui
Waterfalls - TLC
Could it be magic - Barry Manillow
Let's dance - David Bowie
Aint nobody - Chaka Khan
I believe in miracles - Jackson Sisters
Aparently nothin' - Young Deciples
Streetlife - Randy Crawford
Patrice Rushen - Forget me knots
Bust your windows - Jazmine Sullivan
Relight my fire - Take that
Walking on sunshine - katrina and the waves
Just the way you are - Bruno Mars
Every breath you take - Sting
Dont stop - The Cartpenters
I wanna be the only one to love you -Eternal
Wanna make you sweat - CC Music Factory
Never gonna give you up - Rick Astley
All I wanna do - sheryl Crow
Survivior - Destiny's child
It must be love - Madness
Dont you want me baby - human league
Relax - Franky goes to hollywood
Faith - George Michael
My sharona - The Knack
Walk the dinosaur - Was not was
Town called malice - the jam
All right now - Free
Power of love - Huey Lewis and the news
Jump - Van Halen
Footloose - Kenny Logins
Sweet child of mine - Guns n' roses
Don't stop me now - QUEEN
Wake me up - Wham
American pie - Don Mclean
All that she wants - Ace of base
Getting jiggy with it - Will Smith
Men in black - Will Smith
What a fool believes - Kenny Loggins
Just can't get enough - Depeche mode
Moves like Jagger - Maroon 5
Get Lucky - Daft punk
Never forget you - The Noisettes
California girls - Katy Perry
Oye mi canto – Gloria Estefan:
Oye como va - Carlos Santana
Smooth - Santana
Ceilidh dances (gay gordons/dashing white sergeant/strip the willow).
Ae fond kiss
My love is like a red red rose
Ye Bonnie banks and braes o bonnie doon
Dark Island
Danny boy
She moves through the fair
Mull of kintyre
Wild mountain thyme
Cockels and muscles
Amazing grace
Black is the colour
Loch lomond
My heart is like a wheel
I'll tell me ma
The fields of Athenry
Galway bay
Sonnys dream
Auld lang syne