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With so many celebrity magazines in the world and so many entertainment shows, there's not much we don't know about our favorite celebrities. But one thing most people don't know is where their favorite celebs went to la universidad! Find out where your favorite Latino celebs went to college.
1. College: Eva Longoria
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For eight seasons, Eva Longoria played the sneaky, funny and usually ditzy, Gabrielle Solis on ABC's hit dramedy, Desperate Housewives. But in real life, Eva is no dummy. When she's not busy performing as an actress or pounding the pavement as an activist, Eva is hitting the books hard. The Hollywood star just completed her post-graduate studies, earning a degree in Chicano Studies from California State University, Northridge. The native Texan also received a Bachelor's of Science degree in Kinesiology at A&M University-Kingsville. Smart mujer!
2. College: America Ferrera
America Ferrera, 29
America Ferrera was exceptional early on. The Ugly Betty star was the Valedictorian of her high school, graduating with a 4.3 GPA. And now, since beginning her college career 10 years ago, the actress is set to receive her bachelor's degree in International Relations from the University of Southern California this spring. We're so proud of America!
3. College: Sara Ramirez
Sara Ramirez, 37
The Mexican-American actress, who plays the smart orthopedic surgeon Callie Torres on ABC's hit drama Grey's Anatomy, is equally as brainy and talented in real life. After completing the San Diego School of Creative and Performing Arts in San Diego, California, Ramirez was accepted and graduated from the Juilliard School in New York City where she landed enviable roles and eventually made her way to the Great White Way!
4. College: Jordana Brewster
Jordana Brewster, 32
You know her as the star of the soapy and sexy TNT hit, Dallas and hit movies like The Faculty and The Fast and the Furious franchise, but we bet you didn't know that the Brazilian actress has a B.A. in English from Yale University. Not too shabby!
5. College: Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez, 43
When Jennifer Lopez was told that she was the first woman to have a #1 album and movie in the same week, she quickly asked, "What about Barbara Streisand?" The answer: "No, not even Barbara Streisand!" Not bad for the girl from the Bronx who attended Baruch College for one semester to appease her parents after they claimed that no Latinos made it in the entertainment industry. Well, Lopez did that and more! She became a worldwide superstar!
6. College: Nina Garcia
Nina Garcia, 47
Before signing on to be one of the judges of Project Runway, proud Colombiana Nina Garcia focused all of her time on her studies. She graduated from with Bachelor's degrees from Boston University and The Fashion Institute of Technology. Her book, The One Hundred, is a must-have for any stylish woman that is going places.
7. College: Mark Sanchez
Mark Sanchez, 26
Mark's father pushed him hard on and off the field. He would tell Mark to dribble a basketball and recite multiplication at the same time to prepare him for life. All this hard work paid off, and Mark attended and played football for the University of Southern California. He now plays for the New York Jets.
8. College: Laz Alonso
Laz Alonso, 39
He is known for his roles in The Fast and the Furious and Avatar, the highest grossing movie of all time. But before making it big on the big screen, Alonso studied Marketing and obtained a bachelor of business administration degree from Howard University.
9. College: Sofia Vergara
Sofia Vergara, 40
Sofia Vergara, a dentist? The funny actress was studying dentistry before landing opportunities to work in modeling and show business in Colombia. Just two semesters shy of obtaining her undergraduate degree, Vergara dropped out to focus all her time and energy on show business.
10. College: Victor Cruz
Victor Cruz, 26
We all know and love him as the Salsa dancing, wide receiver for the New York Giants. But before making it big on the football field, Cruz obtained a B.A. in African American studies and had a great football career at the University of Massachusetts.
11. College: Benicio del Toro
Benicio del Toro, 46
Benicio del Toro enrolled in the University of California to study Business. But after having success in an elective drama course, he realized that he was in the wrong business. He went on to study with acting teachers Stella Adler and Arthur Mendoza as well as at the Circle in the Square Theatre School, in NYC.
12. College: Salma Hayek
Salma Hayek, 46
Salma Hayek was diagnosed with dyslexia at an early age. But that didn't stop her from making all of her dreams come true. She studied International Relations at the Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City before making it big as an Oscar nominated actress and TV producer.
13. College: Nicole Richie
Nicole Richie, 31
Before becoming a household name on the hit show, The Simple Life, Richie attended the University of Arizona and studied Arts and Media. She didn't complete her studies and dropped out after two years.
14. College: Eva Mendes
Eva Mendes, 39
She has made us laugh in movies like Stuck on You and The Other Guys, but Mendes originally enrolled in California State University to study Marketing. She realized Marketing wasn't her calling, so she dropped out and decided to pursue a career in acting full-time.
15. College: JoAnna Garcia
JoAnna Garcia Swisher, 33
By age ten, Joanna Garcia Swisher was doing what she does best…acting! She starred in local plays and was soon discovered by Nickelodeon, starring in three seasons on Are You Afraid of the Dark?. She briefly attended college at University of Florida before dropping out to pursue acting full-time.
16. College: Daisy Fuentes
Daisy Fuentes, 46
Before making history as the first Latina VJ on MTV, Daisy Fuentes learned English by watching old episodes of I Love Lucy, and attending Bergen Community College in NJ.
17. College: Ana Ortiz
Ana Ortiz, 42
Before she signed on to play America Ferrera's loveable older sister Hilda Suarez on Ugly Betty, Ortiz studied Theater and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Arts in Philadelphia. Her television career includes roles on NYPD Blue, Boston Legal, ER and Everybody Loves Raymond.
18. College: Dania Ramirez
Dania Ramirez, 33
Before moving to Los Angeles and starring in American Reunion and X-Men, Ramirez was a star volleyball player and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Montclair State University. She also studied at the Actor's Workshop in New York City.
19. College: Alexis Bledel
Alexis Bledel, 31
For eight seasons, Bledel played the clever and precocious Rory on the Gilmore Girls. In real life, she was a very shy girl and her mother encouraged her to join community theater to overcome her shyness. She later attended NYU's Tisch School of the Arts for one year before dropping out.
20. College: Roselyn Sanchez
Roselyn Sanchez, 40
Sanchez enrolled in the University of Puerto Rico to study Marketing. After three years she dropped out and moved to NYC to focus on acting.
21. College: Christy Turlington
Christy Turlington, 44
Her career began at the young age of 14, after a local photographer discovered her in Miami, Florida while horseback riding. After modeling for years, Christy Turlington became a household name. Not content with just being another pretty face, she went back to school in 1994 and graduated Cum laude from the Gallatin School of Individualized Study of New York University where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with a concentration in Comparative Religion and Eastern Philosophy. Who says models can't be brainy?
22. College: Tatyana Ali
Tatyana Ali, 34
Tatyana Ali has accomplished many things since her time on the The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. She attended Harvard University and graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Afro-American history and government in 2002. She also donated her time to the Barack Obama presidential campaign in 2008, and headed voter registration drives at college campuses.
23. College: Catalina Sandino Moreno
Catalina Sandino Moreno, 31
She beat over 900 girls for the lead role in Maria Full of Grace, and her performance earned her an Oscar nomination. But it wasn't until 2004 that she moved to NYC after being noticed for her talent at the Rubén Di Pietro Acting School in Bogotá. Before that, she studied Advertising at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana. All the education paid off and she is the first Colombian, the second South American, and third Hispanic actress to ever be nominated for an Academy Award.
24. College: Lynda Carter
Lynda Carter, 61
She is best known for playing Wonder Woman on television. But before discovering her superpowers, Carter dropped out of Arizona State University after being voted Most Talented.
25. College: America Olivo
America Olivo, 35
Olivo graduated with a Bachelor's degree from the Juilliard School in New York City. She returned to Los Angeles and formed the band Soluna. She has also appeared on the cover of the June 2009 issue of Playboy magazine.
26. College: Cote de Pablo
Cote de Pablo, 33
The Chilean actress studied music and theater at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She also appeared in plays like, The House of Bernarda Alba, The Fantasticks, and A Little Night Music. Now she is best known for her role as Ziva David in the CBS television series NCIS.
27. College: Valerie Cruz
Valerie Cruz, 36
Valerie Cruz has made appearances on hit shows like Nip/Tuck, Dexter, True Blood, Grey's Anatomy and Las Vegas. To prepare for a career in television and movies, she attended Florida State University and received a BFA Theatre degree.
28. College: Aubrey Plaza
Aubrey Plaza, 28
While a student at NYU, Plaza suffered a stroke that caused temporary paralysis. She has fully recovered and now she is one of the stars of the show Parks and Recreation. She also graduated from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts in 2006.
29. College: Soledad O'Brien
Soledad O'Brien Harvard, 46
Before becoming a household name, Soledad O'Brien was encouraged to… well…change her name. She refused to change it after receiving advice that it would be beneficial to her TV career. We are sure glad she did. Our girl went on to Anchor CNN in America and is the Author of Latino in America. O'Brien graduated from Harvard University with a Bachelor's degree.
30. College: Judy Reyes
Judy Reyes, 45
Before putting her Scrubs on and making us laugh every week as the defiantly Dominican nurse Carla Espinoza, Reyes had an epiphany! She dramatically ran to her mother and said, "Mami, I want to act!" Her mother looked unmoved but Reyes knew this was an important realization. She enrolled in Hunter College in Manhattan and studied Acting.


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Saturday, November 29, 2008
Dumbest. Code. Ever.
During my morning break, I staggered my way over with an unsteady gait to Starbucks. Lots of other employees were doing the same so naturally there were a lot of people around. There is a gift shop, a drug store and the info desk right in front of the Starbucks so many patients and families are also in the area. For some reason I noticed a lom with an oxygen tank and mask making his way through the gift shop. Apparently there was some resident who was meandering about as well when the lom started gasping for air and turning blue. The heroic resident quickly called a code and in the commotion I made my way over to see what the big fuss was all about. Turns out the tubing got disconnected from the tank when the lom tried to reach for a magazine from an awkward corner. So I reconnect the tubing with the lom returning to a normal colour and unlaboured respirations. This is when I see the code team (which consists of half the ER staff) rushing towards us in a giant kurfluffle looking to save lives and look good in front of the myriad of highly attractive women in the vicinity! One of my coworkers got completely confused when he saw me and asked what was going on. When I explained the situation to him, his worried expression transformed swiftly into one of profound disdain and disappointment followed by the words, "what the fuck man?" as he storms back to the ER. The code blue turned out to be a code bust leaving the resident exceptionally embarrassed.
3 comments:
- Glee said...
Hunh. Who knew O2 was so important? You are nurse extraordinaire. When I become a lol, will you be my nurse? You can put me out of my misery by whacking me with my walker.
- November 30, 2008 at 2:31 AM
- Maha said...
lol glee if i put you out of your misery with your walker, who will return the favour for me?
Actually it was quite funny - i walked up to the lom, see the tubing disconnected, reconnected it with my trademark dazed and lost look and just kinda stood there while the code barged in! The guy is fine and I'm still just standing there going, 'umm.. can i get my coffee now?'
- November 30, 2008 at 10:14 PM
- artillerywifecq said...
ha ha ha. Good catch.
- January 12, 2009 at 7:11 AM
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In Reply to: Re: Chest Discomfort, breathing, gerd? HELP :) posted by Mario on November 18, 2000 at 17:55:41:
: : : : : : Hi :)
: : : : : : A few weeks ago I started having a weird feeling in my chest about an inch lower than my sternum, like pressure. I had really bad acid reflux, and it started feeling like my breathing was off. It was tight when I inhaled and released air quite rapidly. It wasnt a calm smooth exhale. Just all at once. I also have a constantly elevated temperature (99.3-100) and get tired early. And I had been coughing up clear mucous like phlegm, and my bronchial area seemed constricted. But no chest congestion.
: : : : : : I went to my doctor and he told me I probably had bronchitis, and GERD. He gave me Zantac to take 2 x a day and cough medecine, and Azithromycin. My heartburn is somewhat better, i still have a temperature and feel tired sometimes, have a feeling of pressure along the bottom of my rib cage, and my breathing is better, but still not right.
: : : : : : Seems to me like I have some sort of infection. I had a chest xray the other day, and everything in there was fine. I dont know what it could be, but Im getting rather worried as this has been going on for a few weeks. Its better than it was but not gone. The breathing and the pressure are especially annoying.
: : : : : : Any ideas on what this may be?
: : : : : : Thanks,
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: : : : : Hi..Adam..Yes I have almost the same problem..I can't seem to make the doctors understand..I have tried all the acid blockers..axid..pepcid..etc..they had seemed to make me feel worse..I thought maybe the breathing problem was coming from them..started to take digel and it helped me burp and I could breathe better after that..but..it doesn't last long and then it starts all over again..They even gave me vibramycin....If you find out anything I surely would appreciate it..Thanks Mary
: : : : hi guys: : : : i also have a problem with exese stomach acid which causes tightness under the chest and hard to breath. i was also given 150gm of zantac x 2 a day and it helps some but i can still feel it there late on at night and in the mornings which reminds me to take the tablets. when i get the real acid pain i also get slight diohaera which seems kind of odd but the doc will not do anymore tests yet until i take the zantac for another month, the month before i took one 300gm a day.: : : : so if you do find out anything i would too be interested in knowing.: : : : wishing you all a pain free time: : : : jane
: : : : : Hi Again..: : : Adam I will be thinking about you..Hope they figure this out soon..Don't forget to keep us posted..with the new boards coming up hope we all don't get lost..I also went for an upper ultra sound..but it didn't show anything..my doctor hasn't decided to send me for anything else yet..Hmmm.. Oh well..Hope we figure this out soon..Take care..talk to ya soon..Mary
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: : Hi again :)
: : Well I had an upper GI series, and an abdominal ultrasound which all came back normal. I stopped taking the Prevacid for a few days to see how the heartburn was, and it started to come back just a little bit. Im gonna keep an eye on it to see what happens. As far as the breathing goes, I still have that weird feeling, and i still run a low temperature 99.5-100.0, so I know something is still up. My next step is an appointment with a neurologist today, to get checked out as well because i was noticing some stuff with the pupils of my eyes being different sizes. I just came home from an opthamologist and he said that everything looked fine, and not to worry about the eyes. Im going to see the neuro guy just in case. After that, probably an infectious diease specialist to make sure I dont have some weird virus that hasnt gone away. That should cover all the bases. If everything there turns out normal, well I dont know what to say. I hope it all works out! ;)
: : Adam
: Hi Guys,: I have had very similar symtoms as all of you for about 2 weeks withchest and back pain as well . I even have difficulty swallowing.: I tried over the counter antacids. And my doctor prescribed LOSEC (a prescription antacid). It helped a little but after a few days I think it too was making my stomach unconfortable.: I had an upper GI(normal), Chest X-ray(Also Normal). I'm waiting for the results of a H-Pylori Bacteria blood test. I also feel nausea during the day and I get dizzy occasionally(kind of like a drunk feeling).: I keep asking my doctor if I may have picked up a bug/Virus while traveling to Brazil. He doesn't think so. All I know is that I have never felt like this before& I'm getting frustrated.: There is a possibility that it could be a Hiatal Hernia according to my doctor. this would not always be present in a Upper GI test.: I'll try and keep you posted. Pls do the same. : Mario
Hi Mario,
Hmm, the report on my GI that I had faxed to me said there was no Hiatal Hernia here, I would think they could see it since they are looking at your swallowing and stomach movements real time....
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TAOYUAN COUNTY, Taiwan - In Yung Yu Gymnasium, close to 2000 fans were packed in to cheer on eight contestants from the Kainan Tournament in the program's slam dunk contest. Each participant was allowed one minute to complete two dunks. MIT's Hamidou Soumare was named the 2006 champion after out-dueling the SBL's Chang Yu-Lin, Taiwan's dunk champion and a member of it's national team.
Going early in the competition, Yu-Lin, a 6'5" fan favorite, successfully slammed a self alley-oop off the bounce and then proceeded to take off a step inside the foul line for another suave jam.
Appearing in his first dunk contest, the 6'7" Soumare, who is quickly becoming a local star, began his round with a jaw-dropping spread-eagle dunk over teammate Jimmy Bartolotta who was sitting in a chair in front of the basket. Dou's next slam was a crowd pleasing two-handed stuff that he cocked back behind his head. And, in an unprecedented encore, and one that would prove to decisively out-dunk the rest of the field, Dou took off inside the free throw line. He soared and emphatically slammed a one-handed dunk through the hoop while the fans erupted.
Brandon Suarez also wooed the audience during the slam dunk competition with a crowd pleasing attempt in which he stripped off his shirt as the ball bounced from a self alley-oop. On his next attempt, he proceeded to take off with a leaning, kiss-the-rim, one-handed jam just inside the international free throw lane. Finally, with the assistance of teammate Billy Johnson, Suarez jumped off two feet while Billy held the ball straight over his own head a couple of feet from the rim. Brandon grabbed the ball and jammed it through the hoop in truly exciting fashion as the Tech rookie finished third overall in the dunk standings.
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Filled with popular childhood themes and experiences, each title features kid friendly, real world examples. Practical tips paired with bold photos will spark lively classroom conversations. A perfect teaching resource for character education! 24 pages each, set of 10 books.
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Wedding Trivia:WHITE WEDDING DRESS AS TRADITIONThe tradition for the bride to wear white began in the 16th century and is still commonly followed today. This is a symbol of the bride's purity and her worthiness of her groom. The tradition became solidified during the time of Queen Victoria who rebelled against the royal tradition for Royal brides to wear silver. Instead, the queen preferred the symbolism, which is expressed by wearing white. The brides of the time quickly emulated the queen, and the tradition has continued in full force to this day.


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My Chicago Snow Parking photo project has been an idea I've had since experiencing my first Chicago winter when moving here in 2000. After a heavy snowfall I was surprised to find a beautiful old wooden chair on my neighborhood street. My first thought was that someone had thrown it out and it was free for the grabbing. Then, after a closer look I noticed it was not hastily tossed aside but rather carefully placed between two parked cars. After seeing even more objects on the street I soon realized that this was not a random act at all. These personal possessions had been selected by their owners to hold a parking space on the street after they had finished their hard work of excavating their vehicles. Even after becoming familiar with this odd Chicago tradition I still never lost my interest. In fact this interest has only grown winter after winter and now has become a fascination and even an obsession. Maybe it is the juxtaposition of a brightly colored summer lawn chair in the wintery setting, or maybe the intrigue of the decision behind putting out a vacuum vs. a more common household item, or maybe it is the pure oddity of it all coupled with the fact that its supported by local government officials. Ultimately, to me it is beautiful street art at its finest.
Thank you mother nature, father time and all you creative Chicagoans!
Monday, January 31, 2011
Blizzard on the way
Blizzard warning starting tomorrow afternoon. I say bring it on and let the traditional dib'in begin!
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James set a provisional mark in the season debut - clocking in the fastest time in the 55m hurdles at 7.35. Even after the altitude adjustment James' time still held as a provisional mark, sitting at 7.37. The Criminal Justice major also ran a leg in the men's 4x400m relay, which finished second with a time of 3:22.94. In addition, this marks the first time James has captured Athlete of the Week honors.
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This also marks the fifth straight year a Buccaneer male and female athlete have received A-Sun Athlete of the Week honors.
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Le Logis du Pressoir is a former wine pressing domain, set in over five acres of secluded, wooded grounds in the Loire-Anjou-Touraine National Park (Unesco World Heritage Site). Many of the Loire Valley's most historic châteaux towns, Angers, Saumur, Chinon and Tours, are within easy reach, as is the TGV high speed train and motorway links to Paris, the Atlantic coast and the South of France.
Le Logis is the ideal retreat, offering a haven of tranquillity in a delightful setting. Great care has been taken in the renovation of this listed property to preserve its unique features and charm whilst also providing guests with every comfort and high quality modern amenities.
The superb heated swimming pool offers the perfect way to unwind, whilst the more sporty can enjoy table tennis, football and boules on site, as well as excellent walking, cycling, horse-riding and golfing in the surrounding countryside.
Guest holiday highlights include the daily deliveries of croissants and breads from the local boulangerie, the scenic stroll to the village restaurant and short drive to the thriving market town of Beaufort en Vallee for its weekly market and boutiques.
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Welcome to Cherrybend Pheasant Farm! Cherrybend has been the premier pheasant hunting preserve in southwest Ohio for over 50 years. Experience over 370 acres of upland bird hunting in the heart of Ohio's farm country. Cherrybend has been an Ohio hunting icon for over 50 years.
Walk the fields of harvested corn, wheat stubble supplimented with sorghum,and along fence rows. Pheasant, quail, chukar available. 50 shot sporting clay course on-site. Guides w/dogs and bird cleaning available. Dog training seminars offered periodically. Membership available for frequent hunters. Reservations encouraged. Open 7 days a week Sept.1st- March31st.
The farm is owned and operated by Matt & Beth Ellis and Scott & Melissa Ellis. We have additional land adjacent to the preserve for a total of 640 acres to hunt. We really enjoy having folks come out and hunt our farm.
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Professor of Chemistry Emeritus David Phillips shared his interest in Wabash College history for Thursday's Chapel Talk.
Phillips titles his presentation "In the beginning there was Hovey" or Edmund Hovey a man who served Wabash from the very beginning to more than 40 years. He hired Caleb Mills as the first Wabash professor and Elihu Baldwin as the College's first president.
Phillips explored the milestone's of Hovey's life and career and how he helped shaped Wabash during the 1800s. He was a Dartmouth College graduate where he made friends with a young Caleb Mills. He also counted Charles White among his mentors, who later became the second president at Wabash.
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text: Job Discussion Forums :: View topic - Summer time, and the livin' is easy... Get TEFL Certified & Start Your Adventure Today! Job Discussion Forums"The Internet's Meeting Place for ESL/EFL Students and Teachers from Around the World!" FAQ Search Memberlist Usergroups Register Profile Log in to check your private messages Log in Summer time, and the livin' is easy... Job Discussion Forums Forum Index -> United Kingdom View previous topic :: View next topic Author Message SueHJoined: 01 Feb 2003Posts: 1022Location: Northern Italy Posted: Tue Mar 10, 2009 2:00 pm Post subject: Summer time, and the livin' is easy... It's that time of your when thoughts turn to... yes, the summer. As many of you know teaching in Italy ceases for months as the place shuts down and people head for the mountains or beach. Last year I ended up doing a mini-bus driving job for an activity centre and ended up looking even butcher than usual. This year, with a family wedding in the UK I thought I'd once again brave a summer school. The question is, which one(s)? I don't think I'm formally qualified enough for pre-sessional work, although I'd certainly be capable. I'm not going to ask for the horror stories, though there are some great tales in circulation, I'd rather have some positive recommendations. I'm flexible and adaptable but I'm not prepared for any employer who takes the p***. I'm a teacher, not an all-night dorm supervisor. Back to top SueHJoined: 01 Feb 2003Posts: 1022Location: Northern Italy Posted: Thu Mar 12, 2009 11:42 pm Post subject: Obviously decent places are so rare nobody is giving anything away! Back to top TheLongWayHomeJoined: 07 Jun 2006Posts: 1016Location: San Luis Piojosi Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2009 4:51 pm Post subject: Don't do it Sue! Come back and sign on, save yourself months of stress or failing that try the next best thing - agency work. Anything but a summer school. Back to top SueHJoined: 01 Feb 2003Posts: 1022Location: Northern Italy Posted: Wed Mar 18, 2009 1:24 pm Post subject: TheLongWayHome wrote: Don't do it Sue! Come back and sign on, save yourself months of stress or failing that try the next best thing - agency work. Anything but a summer school. Thanks for your concern. Don't know if you've seen the latest employment figures, and not sure I'm eligible for JSA. Fortunately I'm not desperate, and if I do take on a summer school job although I'm a laid-back sort of person I'm hard-headed enough not to be exploited. Think I'll go and look for a yacht crewing job... Back to top GusssJoined: 08 Nov 2008Posts: 81 Posted: Fri Mar 20, 2009 10:04 am Post subject: Manor courses - fantastic place to work -not the best paid, a lot of hours, but they treat you right , really fantastic bosses and we had a great team. Back to top Juna GuJoined: 09 Dec 2008Posts: 13Location: The Road (San Francisco at the mo) Posted: Fri May 08, 2009 1:45 am Post subject: Oh no! I was thinking of doing summer schools until I read this. I didn't realise it was yet another aspect of life that comes with it's own list of headaches. Oh well, nothing for free eh. However I think I might just be desperate enough. Back to top steviok85Joined: 31 Aug 2006Posts: 87 Posted: Sun May 10, 2009 9:45 pm Post subject: summer school I accepted a job at a summer school last month. The pay wasn't bad, I suppose. 1600 pounds for four weeks. It was better than what I had earned last year. Then I thought, bugger it. I am going to have a dignified summer where I can actually breathe- I am going to travel around Europe with my guitar. Maybe I will be minus a few grand, but after last year's experience at summer school-goodbye cash, hello world. 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10 Video Games Fun For Couples to Play Together
The stereotype of the lonely gamer is so 2000. We know quite a few couples who not only enjoy playing video games, but also enjoy playing them together. For those who game regularly together and also for couples just getting their feet wet playing co-op/versus, we've compiled a list of 10 titles we believe are particularly couples-friendly (or with a group). Did we leave out the game you love to play with your other half? Let us know in the comments!
- Mario Kart Wii There is a reason why this game is a classic party game... it's really fun to play together! With easy to use controls and a game mechanism that keeps any player from getting too far ahead it's a fun game for novice gamers to play with avid gamers and not feel out of their depth. $50
- Dance Central 2 We are not sure which we love more, playing this Kinect game or watching others play it. We've been playing Dance Central for as long as we have had a Kinect and we eagerly await version 2 which will allow for two players to dance at the same time. Price TBA
- Left 4 Dead 2 Nothing says romance like running from a zombie hoard together. Because this Xbox 360 game is a first person shooter it might not be the easiest for the lay gamer to pick up (I am rubbish at FPS and I invariably spend most of my time walking into walls) but killing zombies is generally always a good time had by all. $30
- Boom Blox & Boom Blox Bash Party Although this game is developed with Steven Spielburg, there is not much storytelling going on. This Wii game is a collection of puzzles with several different modes (think some combination of Jenga and Angry Birds) that are quite fun to solve together. $30
- Little Big Planet 2 If you are not yet familiar with the adorableness that is Little Big Planet you are in for a treat! This fun PS 3 title allows you to build your own worlds and play them together. Did we mention it is quite adorable? Check out the trailer for Little Big Planet 2 below to see what we mean. $60
- Super Mario Bros Wii With this new version you can decide whether you two will play cooperatively or competitively. Rather push your darling significant other's Mario off of a cliff than lend her some help? Yes, you can do that. $50
- Scott Pilgrim vs The World A perfect game for the vintage gaming couple with a sense of humor, this PSN download title is filled with funny and unexpected game elements. $10
- Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 Not getting enough superheros during your movie dates? Become your favorite Marvel superheros in this game which like most button mashers you can play either with skill or with, well, button mashing. $30
- Super Mario Galaxy 2 In this game, one player becomes Mario and the other is the "helper." The "helper" can do things like help Mario jump higher or shoot stars and is a nice no pressure way to play alongside a more game savvy partner. $50
- Kinect Sports We love the variety of games in Kinect Sports that make it easy to find just the right one for our moods when we play together. Feeling low key? Make it a bowling night. Lots of energy? Work it out in boxing. $50
Thanks Dan and Adrienne for your suggestions!
What's a great game that you love to play with your significant other?
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Storing Artisan bread
I've been making the Tartine loaves with some success, but it takes a couple days to get through the first loaf at our house. The first loaf is fine with just putting foil on the exposed portion, but by the time I get to the second loaf, the crust is pretty tough. I know when I buy artisan bread from Trader Joe's, if I put it into a bag on the second day, it keeps fine until it is gone, but with the round loaf, I do not have any bags that are big enough. Do I really have to make this bread one loaf at a time two or three times a week in order to keep it around? Or is there some way I can store it and be more efficient? Would slicing the whole loaf and then freezing it work (as then it would fit in a smaller bag)? It didn't mold, and the flavor was still good - the crust was just argh.


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I stitch each and every one of these holsters with premium 346 bonded polyester thread, in your choice of black or white. The result is a superbly crafted stitch that holds tight and can take a beating. In high-stress areas, I provide a double row of stitching where necessary. Most styles are double stitched on both sides when possible.
Each holster gets hand-blocked during the wet mold process. The lines of the pistol are firmly molded into the leather by hand, resulting in solid retention and good looks. The wet mold stage is a critical step for safety and is what determines how well the holster will function and how long it will do it's job.
I don't make generic "fits most pistols" models. Each holster is designed around the pistol it's meant for and is made to order. You choose the leather color and the thread color along with any special adjustments. Have a special request or need? Contact me direct to see if I can help.
No corner is cut, and that starts with using premium US cowhide from the top leather suppliers in the USA. I do my best to source my dyes, finishes, hardware, and other supplies from American-made companies, as well. You'll feel the difference when you hold your holster in your hands - it's solid, looks great, and is ready for any situation. Each holster is finished by submersion in a water resistant, flexible, gloss acrylic topcoat for protection.
Most of my holsters start around $75 + $3 shipping (US). Since I'm a custom maker, I can make the holster to your specs. Some alterations or custom features may increase the base price of your holster, which is something that we'll work out before I start cutting leather. Payment is due when I'm ready to begin working on your holster. I accept Paypal, credit card, or Postal Money Order.
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Learning from the past, I've realized that quoting a number of weeks until a holster is delivered is unrealistic for me. Instead, I choose to display the time period of orders that I'm currently working on. If the website says that I'm working on orders from June '12 and the current date is August '12, you now have a rough estimate of your wait if you order today. You can, of course, cancel your order at any time by emailing me.
I guarantee my gear to be free of defects in material and craftsmanship. In the unlikely event that you would require warranty work due to a defect in my worksmanship, your gear will be fixed or replaced at no cost. I stand by my work and won't send it to you unless I'd use it to protect my family and myself.
Sometimes I'll make standard gear for certain guns and post it for immediate sale here. If you want to be notified when I add something new, you can add your name and email address to my list. As soon as something goes up, an email goes out. Items are sold on a first-come, first-serve basis.
It has been a wonderful experience dealing with Chris. From my initial fact-finding email to receiving the finished product today, it was 3.5 weeks. That was quick and the whole process could not have been any easier. I am the lucky owner of Chris' first Hi-power pancake rig (you can see pics on his tweets). The workmanship and material quality are both top notch. The rig is a pleasure to look at, hold, and I'm sure to use. My custom Hi-power will be here in a few days and I can't wait to use them together. - HC, Sunnyvale, CA
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It's that time of year again, baseball fans. The Chestnut Hill Youth Sports Club baseball season opens this upcoming Saturday, April 13th, at the WaterTower.
Just in case you missed it, coaches are expected to arrive at 8 a.m. to pick up team uniforms, rosters, equipment and schedules in the Fathers Club Room. Players should arrive between 8:30 and 9 a.m. and meet with their team on the field to receive their uniforms. Players introductions start at 9:30 a.m. Then, at 11 a.m., there will be Minor and Major league three inning scrimmages. Coffee, food and snacks will be served, too. Oh, and did I mention that the Phillie Phanatic may drop in for a surprise appearance?
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|Ball Jointed Doll Ai, Camillia
Found two cast iron stove miniatures at the 400 Market Antique Mall in Innisfil, Ontario a week ago.
The smaller one is a Little Kiddles stove by Mattel. The bigger one is a Queen salesman sampler stove miniature, reminiscent of the Crescent one I found, also at an antique market, in September of last year, blogged HERE.
I just love old stoves. They have so much more character than what we have today.
Camillia seems to like them too. She's the latest in my doll family and insisted on modelling the stoves.
The Little Kiddles stove is not in such a good condition compared to the Queen stove. It does, however, make a cute toy for smaller dolls like Camillia, who is only around 5" tall.
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Under New Nationwide Rule, Will Anything Change?
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It seems simple, doesn't it? Just draw an X in the appropriate place, and you're committed to running for only one title on NASCAR's national level -- Sprint Cup, Nationwide, or Camping World Truck. Say goodbye to the moonlighters trying to double-dip championships, and hello to NASCAR's first real attempt to limit incursions into its No. 2 series. As Dave Rodman reported earlier this week, drivers won't be barred from competing on more than one national tour, but they will be restricted to pursuing a single championship of their choice.
Give NASCAR a little credit for trying something to set apart its Nationwide tour, which has been stuck with this unofficial "Cup light" designation for so long now it's often difficult to differentiate when Saturday ends and Sunday begins. And yet, with this rule modification in place, what exactly changes? The picture at the end of the season, obviously; the champion could very well be a driver without a race win, given that Justin Allgaier was the lone non-Cup driver to reach Victory Lane on the Nationwide tour last year. But championship exclusions aside, Saturday afternoons will almost certainly look the same as they always have, with Cup drivers clogging the Nationwide starting grid and keeping their stranglehold on the win column.
Barring Cup regulars from pursuing the Nationwide championship will not keep Cup regulars out of Nationwide races, simply because sponsors want them there. The exorbitant cost of backing a car in NASCAR's premier division has driven many sponsors to the Nationwide tour, where for a more reasonable dollar figure they can still associate themselves with a Cup name. For these companies, the bang for the buck doesn't come in a season-ending championship, even if the likes of Keselowski, Edwards, and Kyle Busch have been able to deliver one. No, the payoff comes in Victory Lane, where a CEO can spray champagne alongside a driver who's among the most famous in NASCAR, while his corporate logo gets great time on TV. Until that changes -- and there are no immediate signs that it will --Saturdays will retain their familiar theme.
Maybe one day, if this championship exclusion stays in place long enough, sponsors will be so enticed by the prospect of a season title that they'll begin to demand younger, championship-eligible drivers in their cars. But right now, that carrot doesn't seem to hold nearly as much appeal as the race-day attention they receive whenever their car wins. By and large, they're not in this to have their name mentioned on a stage in Miami Beach during an awards show that few people watch, something evidenced by the fact that only two or three Cup regulars were planning a run at the Nationwide title anyway. They're in this to associate themselves with marketable, recognizable drivers at a price that seems like a bargain compared to the costs of backing the same competitor on the Sprint Cup tour. And as long as those sponsors come calling, teams and drivers aren't going to turn them away.
Regardless of what box he checks on his 2011 license application, Busch is still going to compete this season in roughly two dozen Nationwide events. As of this week, Edwards still plans to run the entire Nationwide schedule. Asked on Twitter if he would still run the whole season, Keselowski responded: "Sponsors say yes!" Kasey Kahne has already committed to running a handful of races in the series. Mark Martin recently signed on for four events. Clint Bowyer, Jeff Burton, Joey Logano, Kevin Harvick, and the rest of the Cup regulars who have made side careers out of competing on the Nationwide tour still have obligations to meet, and they'll still make it exceedingly difficult for the likes of Allgaier, Brain Scott or Trevor Bayne to stand out. None of that changes because the championship criteria is different.
In truth, though, this kind of issue is nothing new to the Nationwide Series, which in its current incarnation has always struggled to serve two masters -- the sponsors that it needs (but want high-profile drivers in their cars), and the stars of tomorrow that it needs to produce for NASCAR to flourish in the future. Although the moonlighters have always been there, it's almost difficult to remember now that this was once a tour that had an identity unto itself, a series fronted by Busch lifers like Randy LaJoie, Jason Keller and David Green, that generated up-and-comers from Dale Earnhardt Jr. to Brian Vickers. But the number of independent, non-Cup-affiliated teams dwindled, sponsorship costs at the sport's highest level reached a certain threshold, and it all combined to produce the somewhat muddled, all-things-to-all-people series that exists today.
NASCAR is right to want to reverse that trend, or at least attempt to, and provide the Nationwide tour with a more defined identity of its own. But even within its own racing circuits, there are only so many things that NASCAR can directly control. The Nationwide tour of today is a product of economic forces at work, stemming from sponsors that want to be involved but only at a certain dollar value, drivers who can use a little extra cash and track time, and teams that assent because it helps them make their bottom line. It's going to take much more than simply a change in championship eligibility to tear down that complex, particularly since championships aren't necessarily the reason many of those players became involved in the first place.
If anything, the Nationwide tour is the one place in this Chase era where the race victory matters more than anything else, where Gatorade-dumping revelry in Victory Lane often trumps whatever the points standings happen to be at that given time. And the Cup regulars, who claimed 34 of 35 Nationwide events last year -- counting Montreal road-race winner Boris Said -- will be back out in force again this season. That won't change just because they checked a different box.
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If award shows were actually awesome ... Emma Thompson would be the totally boozed up presenter at all of 'em -- just like she appeared to be at the Golden Globes tonight.
Emma lazily carried her shoes on stage, along with a martini, while doling out the award for "Best Screenplay" -- and the 54-year-old celeb struggled to keep to it together through her rambling ... yet entertaining presentation.
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Frazier was given the nickname "Clyde" after being photographed in an ensemble similar to Warren Beatty's in the film "Bonnie and Clyde," and his flashy sense of style off the court was credited with bringing glamour to Madison Square Garden. A gifted broadcaster, successful entrepreneur and basketball legend, Walt "Clyde" Frazier has managed to maintain an image of himself shaped decades ago, without being trapped by it.
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This is (yes, librarian digression here) a private sector version of Ranganathan*'s five library laws in action
- Books are for use.
- Every reader his [or her] book.
- Every book its reader.
- Save the time of the reader [thank you, Ms Haunted Bookshop]
- The library is a growing organism [I'm sure F would agree]
Here is Man with Book.
We used the time to have a look at the Corpus Clock and the Mill Pond and call in on the knitters who were still around at the Cambridge KTog before heading back to the station.
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Temperature Variations and Habitability: Activity B Relating Factors that Influence Planetary Temperature and Habitability
In this activity, student teams create a knowledge map of the essential characteristics or factors of a planet with a habitable climate, identifying range of inputs, outputs and variables of a planetary environmental system. Identified... (View More) characteristics are compared to extreme environments on Earth, such as the Antarctic or the Sahara desert, and are used to consider the real life challenge of searching for life in extreme environments. The resource includes a student data sheet, questions, teacher's guide and scoring rubric. This is Activity B of two activities in the first module, titled "Temperature variations and habitability," of the resource,
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China Center Chart of the Week: Recent jump in bank deposits likely boosted by new WMP regulations
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This China Center members-only chart shows changes in the stock of outstanding deposits in China's banking system on a monthly basis, and total outstanding deposit growth. The China Center has previously highlighted the volatility in the bank deposit base that began in January 2011. Much of this volatility is due to the movement of funds off-balance-sheet into wealth management products (WMPs) and back on-balance-sheet in order for banks to bypass regulatory hurdles at quarter-end checkpoints.
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The long lost Galaxy Quest mockumentary "GalaxyQuest: 20th Anniversary The Journey Continues," has finally been uploaded online! Watch the "original" Galaxy Quest footage right now, and enjoy plenty of new dour moments from Alexander Dane (Dr. Lazarus). It's pretty amazing how GQ has stood the test of time. To this day it's still one of the best scifi comedies around. Time for a sequel?
Thanks for the tip Benjamin!