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Who We Are.
NIXCo is a global arts and entertainment consultancy specialising in strategic public relations and marketing.
Led by company director Fiona Nix, the team at NIXCo are skilled and dedicated PR and marketing professionals that deliver strategic, results-driven communications solutions for a wide range of clients such as Australian and international film and TV creators, screen businesses and world-renowned cultural events.
Fiona Nix - Company Director
Fiona Nix has over 25 years' experience in the entertainment and arts industry as a consultant, publicist and company director of NIXCo, which she established in 1998. She is a passionate supporter of the Australian film industry, devoting her time to providing strategic guidance to international and local film productions, emerging and established filmmakers, screen businesses and not-for-profit organisations.
Fiona is a committee member of The Natalie Miller Fellowship, a not-for-profit organisation that was established to recognise, nurture and inspire the next generation of female leaders in the Australian screen community and was on the Board of Directors of TROPFEST, the world's largest short film festival.
Libby Rhys-Jones - Executive Director
With over 30 years' experience in marketing and film distribution, Libby has lead the marketing teams at Roadshow Films and, for the last 10 years, at Sony Pictures Releasing. She presently runs her own marketing and training consultancy, whilst holding the role of Executive Director at NIXCo.
Regarded as an executive that continues to look for ground-breaking concepts to break out from the pack, she is respected in Australia and internationally for her experience in reading the marketplace, knowing competition and working strategies to create break out campaigns. She has been responsible for the marketing and PR of some of the biggest box office successes in Australia, including local productions from Muriel's Wedding and Rabbit Proof Fence, to international blockbusters including re-launching the Bond film franchise with Daniel Craig, as well as break-out comedies, family favourites and even controversial films like The Passion of the Christ.
Libby has sat on many industry boards, including the NSW Film & Television office and is regularly requested to debate industry issues and share experience with media forums and film educational groups.
Courtney Mayhew - Consultant
Courtney's career spans across film marketing and publicity, from production through to theatrical and home release. From organising large scale premieres and media events to social and digital strategies, to consulting with filmmakers and talent, her skills cover a wide range of areas within the industry.
Beginning her career in the industry managing staff at a local cinema in New Zealand while at university, Courtney then went on to work for Paramount Pictures NZ, also distributing films from Universal Pictures, Transmission Films, Marvel Studios and DreamWorks Animation. Courtney worked across films such as The Kings Speech, Despicable Me, Les Miserables, Moonrise Kingdom and movies from the Star Trek, Shrek, Marvel Universe and Transformers franchises. She also worked at STUDIOCANAL Australia and has since developed a passion for unit publicity, working on films such as Mel Gibson's Hacksaw Ridge and Ridley Scott's Alien: Covenant.
When not publicising them, Courtney's hobbies include incessantly watching and talking about films and having her dulcet Kiwi accent regularly mimicked unsuccessfully by co-workers/anyone who isn't from New Zealand.
Harriet Dixon-Smith - Senior Communications Manager
Harriet Dixon-Smith is a communications professional with over eight years' experience in entertainment public relations in Australia and the United States. Previously, she worked for Roadshow Films, ID-PR, PMK*BNC, CBS Television and Hulu. She holds an M.A. in Strategic Public Relations from the University of Southern California.
Harriet has a passion for working on Australian films in particular and has been proud to contribute to the release of films such as Jasper Jones, Red Dog: True Blue, The Daughter, Oddball, Snowtown and Animal Kingdom. She's also managed publicity tours for some of the world's biggest stars including Channing Tatum for Magic Mike XXL, Quentin Tarantino, Samuel L. Jackson and Kurt Russell for The Hateful Eight, Chris Hemsworth for In the Heart of the Sea and Ben Mendelsohn for Una.
Courtney Bell - Communications Manager
Over the past four years, Courtney's PR experience has spanned across music, events and influencer marketing. At NIXCo, she's thrived working in the art and entertainment industries, managing campaigns with clients such as Madman Entertainment, Roadshow Films, St.George OpenAir Cinema, Acorn Media and Sculpture by the Sea. She's also managed tours for the critically acclaimed Muslim rom-com Ali's Wedding and sci-fi thriller Upgrade.
With a BA in Communications, Courtney is an avid media consumer, pop culture enthusiast and team player, who's eager to work on new genres and is always up for a challenge.
Carly Cadogan - Communications Manager
Carly is a communications professional with more than seven years' experience working in the entertainment industry both in Australia and London. She holds a Bachelor of Mass Communications.
Before returning to Australian soil, Carly served as Head of Press for Edinburgh International Film Festival and has worked across international consumer and corporate campaigns at the world's leading film festivals including Berlinale, Cannes Film Festival, Venice International Film Festival, London Film Festival and Dubai International Film Festival. Her publicity experience has seen her contribute to premieres and tours including Agnès Varda's Visage Village, John Woo's Manhunt, Spike Lee's Blackkklansman, Ben Affleck starrer The Accountant, Netflix's The Crown S1 and S2, Ron Howard's The Beatles Eight Days a Week - The Touring Years and Oliver Stone's Snowden, among many others.
Anne Ueki - Communications Executive
Anne is a media and communications professional with over five years' experience across lifestyle journalism, events management, and social media marketing.
Beginning her career as a journalist and critic, regular interaction with PR teams sparked her interest in the field and eventually led her to NIXCo. Anne has learnt the world of PR from the ground up; progressing from administrative work to managing national publicity and promotional campaigns.
She has worked on numerous theatrical campaigns including The Death of Stalin, American Animals, Gurrumul, Mary and the Witch's Flower, Westwood and Dragon Ball Super – The Movie: Broly. Anne enjoys working across a variety of clients including Sharmill Films, Madman Films, Roadshow Films, and Acorn Media.
When she's not making liberal use of post-its, Anne enjoys Japanese television shows, cooking, guerrilla gardening and writing.
Alex Bateman - Communications Coordinator
With experience in video production and content creation, social media marketing, and writing, Alex Bateman took a new step in her communications education when she arrived at NIXCo.
Alex was previously the editor of Hermes, the oldest literary journal in Australia, and the coordinator of the Verge Arts and Culture Festival. She is currently at The University of Sydney studying her B.A. of Media and Communications with an additional double major in Film Studies and American Studies.
"Without question, the finest unit publicity team in Australia/New Zealand is NIXCo. They are a world class group; on Hacksaw Ridge NIXCo handled our publicity on a difficult movie and generated all the behind the scenes assets that were needed once it came time for release. I would hire them for any movie I make in that part of the world and even on ones I do closer to home."
- Bill Mechanic, CEO of Pandemonium Films and former chairman and CEO of Fox Filmed Entertainment
"Fiona Nix is hands down my longest-standing and closest confidant in the Australia film industry, including in her critical role as Deputy Chair on the TROPFEST Board. Fiona is a true veteran who is known and admired by anyone and everyone working in film and TV. Her company NIXCo has been my PR agency of choice for almost 20 years. Fiona and her incredible team are as good as it gets."
- John Polson, Founder and Chairman of TROPFEST


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Tamizh Kavya Thedal
A website on puranic characters/incidents etc
Our great Seers/ Rshis have given us Ambrosia in the form of Itihasams, Puranas Etc.
e.g " Who is Sikhandy?
Who is Pradyumnan ? What is Valluvam?" etc
It will be a delight to know, how they have covered wide gamut of subjects like Scientific thoughts, management science, Defense strategies, Astronomy, the ways to lead a righteous life and many more things in a simpler form.
This website is just an attempt to share a tiny bit from the vast ocean of knowledge.
This collection may interest young and old.
This website will help our future generation to understand our culture, tradition and history.Very useful website !!

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Weddings, weddings and more weddings
It has been a very busy Spring with weddings. What a great way to begin the season. Ironically enough all of my weddings so far and the next 2 have been at Wequassett Inn. By the way the Inn looks stunning with there newest phase of construction. It is such a pleasure seeing all the dynamics of each family and working with them all. I have always loved that aspect of my photography business.
I'll upload a few of my favorites images. I also had time for Harwich Little League photos and my twins are in that group. It has been quite a few years that I have been fortunate to capture these kids. It so much fun seeing them all grow up through the years. Tonight I will be toasting with all my Harwich friends at the Toast of Harwich, again at Wequassett. SO if you are on your way there don't forget to have your photo taken! I am sure it is not often you are dressed up, without the kids, and at such a stellar setting!
ALSO~ My new studio is in full swing. I am thrilled with the renovations of the space and can't wait for you all to see how quaint it is.
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Daring ladies, dashing lords, and deliciously juicy gossip.
Heads up ladies and gentlemen! There's a new blog in the online world! This one is especially for Regency romance fans and is run by some of the genre's best-known authors! Join Katharine Ashe, Tessa Dare, Miranda Neville, Sarah MacLean, Gaelen Foley and Sabrina Darby as they host the most exciting events of the 'Season!' 😉
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Yeh Hai Mohabbatein 24th April 2017 Written Episode Update
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Yeh Hai Mohabbatein 24th April 2017 Written Episode, Written Update on TellyUpdates.com
The Episode starts with Romi reaching Khandpur. He breaks the lock of Adi's house. The men see him and go. Romi says go and tell Gagan that I have come. Gagan comes and meets Romi. Romi catches him and scolds him. He says I m Romi Bhalla, I will not leave you. He asks the men to get back. He asks Gagan not to trouble Adi again. He says I will send you all to jail forever, just leave Adi. He warns them and leaves.
Shagun and Ishita see the lahenge for Aaliya. Mihika asks Ishita to show the designs which she showed her yesterday. Ishita shows them. Aaliya likes it. Shagun says its similar to the lahenga I got. Ishita says they buy lahengas at low rate and sell it with designer label. Shagun asks are you sure about quality. Ishita says I m very sure. They talk.
Ishita goes to order lahenga. She meets the man and says I had to get this embroidery done. The man says my madam can tell this. She asks for phone number. The man says she stays nearby. She asks him to take her there, marriage is close. Roshni struggles to get free.
Ishita comes to Shanti's house and says sorry, it was emergency, I have to make such design, I want it soon. Shanti says its fine, come to my shop. Roshni screams and shouts for help. Ishita asks what was this. Shanti makes excuse. Ishita stops Shanti and says someone said help. Shanti says your ears are ringing. Ishita asks who is inside, who is shouting. Shanti stops her and asks her to leave, else she knows many ways to make her leave.
Ishita says someone was in problem, I have to tell police, but Raman will scold me for interfering in other's problems, anyone can shout seeing rat also, I maybe wrong. She sees a man meeting Shanti and hides. She hears them. The man catches Roshni. Roshni tries to run away. Shanti scolds her and catches her. She asks the man to get customer fast. The man leaves.
Raman calls Mani and asks about Shagun's mood, I hope everything is fine. Mani says yes, they are fine, how is Ishu. Raman says she is good, she went to get embroidery done, I learnt this way from Ishita, don't know how she got aggressive. Mani says there is good news, Adi ended work before time. Raman says I m proud of Adi, Ishita is calling, I will call you back. Ishita calls Raman and asks him to come fast please. He says she is saying please, its surely something imp. Ishita keeps an eye on driver and says there is something wrong.
Adi and Aaliya talk. Adi gets a message. He says there is a surprise for you. Aaliya asks what. Adi asks her to see. She gets glad and says you are taking me to Greece for honeymoon, I just love it. She hugs him. He gets a call and thinks I just hope there are no more surprises in my fate. She asks him to answer. He answers Romi's call and asks are you fine, I m at Aaliya's place. Romi says fine, I will meet you. The driver comes back. Raman comes and holds Ishita. Ishita says you scared me. Raman asks when did you become spy. She says I heard something, a girl shouted for help.
The man asks Shanti to get ready, customer is ready/ Shanti asks him did he get what she said. He gives her a bottle. She smiles. She says just two drops of this, then that girl will not shout, till she gets conscious, our work will be done. She injects Roshni. She says I will make this girl ready and bring her. Raman says maybe its her family matter. Ishita says that girl shouted, its some problem. Raman says maybe husband and wife were fighting. She says no, it was not that matter, see that auto driver is coming. They see Shanti tying a girl and getting her. Raman says maybe they drugged her. Ishita says they tied her hands. The auto leaves. Ishita says we should stop them. Raman says I think you are right, come with me.
Mani and Shagun talk to Adi. Shagun says superb plan, its good you decided the honeymoon spot, else you would have gone on tirat. Mani asks Shagun to leave that matter. He congratulates Adi for completing the project on time. Aaliya says I m so proud of you. Mani says I will invite Gagan and others from Khandpur.
Romi comes there. He says no need to call, I will personally invite them. He asks Adi to go washroom and freshen up. Adi looks at himself and recalls Roshni. He thinks Romi would have made everything fine, I can't panic in front of Mani and Aaliya. Romi says I came to take Adi for bachelor party, I thought he can enjoy with friends, Adi does not know this. Adi comes. Romi asks him to come.
The man asks Shanti to get Roshni with her. Romi asks Adi not to think about anyone, forget Gagan, and Roshni, you think about new life. Adi asks about problem in warehouse. He gets surprised seeing the party. Romi asks Adi to enjoy with friends. The man asks Shanti is the girl fine. Shanti says yes, she won't remember anything when she gets conscious. The dancers say it looks like a rich guy party, its Aditya Bhalla's party. Raman and Ishita come there. Raman says our company warehouse is also here. Ishita says we have to find her, rickshaw is here. She maybe in problem.
Ishita sees Roshni stumbling. Roshni falls. Raman holds her and asks are you fine. Ishita says I know her, she is from Khandpur.
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Bobbie and Tammy are at Kelly's working on the chili recipe. Tammy has helped Bobbie discover that the secret ingredient in Ruby's chili is peanut butter. Felicia arrives and is surprised to find Bobbie and Tammy all chummy like they are friends. She formally introduces Tammy to Bobbie and then they sit down at a table to start work on Felicia's book. Tammy has nowhere to go since Valentine's Day is the slowest day of the year in her profession.
Nikolas arrives at Katherine's door, but is reluctant to come in. He thins it's wrong since Katherine was almost his stepmother. Katherine invites him in to discuss it in private. Once Nikolas is in Katherine's room, she points out that nothing has changed since the last time they made love. The difference is that Nikolas knows about it. Katherine doesn't believe that she was ever of any importance to Stefan so why should the fact that she was almost Nikolas' stepmother make a difference now. She accuses Nikolas of looking for any reason for them not to be together because it is easier than trying to figure out how he really feels. Nikolas tells Katherine that before they ever made love, he loved her. Now he doesn;t even trust her.
Lucky watches in awe as Liz comes down the stairs. As she reaches the bottom, Liz asks Lucky what he thinks. Lucky tells her that she looks incredible. Liz laughs and says thanks, but she really wanted to know what he thought of her surprise. How does he like the decorations? Lucky says that everything looks great, but he wonders why she went to all the work. Liz explains that last year she didn't have the guts to come straight out and ask him to take her to the dance so he ended up going with Sarah. And then she was too afraid to show up by herself and see if he would dance with her anyway. But she has discovered that she is a lot braver than she thought and he is the one person she doesn't have to worry about making a fool of herself in front of. She turns on the stereo and asks Lucky if he will dance with her. Lucky takes Liz tenderly into his arms and they share a very romantic dance.
Alexis suggests to Stefan that it is not too late to fix things. All that is required for Nikolas to keep most of his inheritance is for them to argue in court that as Mikos Cassadine's sole grandchild, Nikolas is entitled to the bulk of his grandfather's estate. Any judge can endorse that provided that Mikos' living children make that argument together. Stefan asks what she wants in exchange. Alexis proposes that she, Stefan and Nikolas manage Cassadine Industries jointly. A real sharing of power. Stefan tells Alexis that she is very much deluded if she thinks that a judges gavel can once again make them a happy family. Stefan rejects Alexis' plan and tells her that he no longer considers her his sister, but his enemy.
Sonny asks Carly if she really thought she could pull this off without him hearing about it. Carly threatens to call the Q's but Sonny calls her bluff. He would love to set them straight. Carly asks if Jason is back. She needs to see him. Sonny says that when Jason said she would do stupid things, he was taking his talent for understatement to new heights. He asks what Carly thinks Jason would want with her anyway. Carly says that Jason would know that what she was doing was not what it looks like. Sonny asks how long Carly thinks it will take Edward to find a way to get Carly hospitalized or arrested once Michael is under his roof. Carly insists that noone can take her son away, but Sonny tells her that in the eyes of the world, Jason already has. Sonny asks if it has ever occurred to her that she may have kissed her child for the last time. When Jason finds out... Carly insists that Jason would never do that to her. Sonny suggests that she kill the crocodile tears and shut her trap. So when this is all over and she is looking around for a new meal ticket, there may be a street pimp around somewhere that hasn't been warned not to touch her with a ten foot pole.
As Felicia and Tammy discuss Felicia's novel, Alan arrives. As the threesome talks, Bobbie comes over and asks Alan if she can get him something. She suggests the chili since Tammy, her chili consultant, helped her figure out the recipe. Excited that Tammy is an excellent cook, Alan suggests that she manage Kelly's. Felicia also thinks it is a great idea, but Tammy tells them all to stop.
Stefan says that Alexis' complete indifference to his son's life will not be justified or excused. She has exposed Nikolas to the threat of assassination from Helena. Alexis insists that she loves Nikolas and that Helena would have found out anyway, if she didn't know all along. Stefan's insistence on silencing her was so that he could control the family wealth. What irks him is that she is no longer his. Sad though it may be, he isn't alone because there is a part of her that wants to throw herself at his feet and take it all back. To her, Stefan is all she ever needed to know a family. And now that is gone. It was never real. He can't have understood her very well if he thinks that she would have so little regard for Nikolas life. Stefan says that given the regard she had for Katherine's life the night she fell from the parapet, she is the one who is deluded.
Alexis is angry that Stefan has thrown Katherine's near death experience in her face. This is the second time that he has taunted her about that night. He knows that she intended to hurt Helena, not Katherine. Stefan accuses her of being self serving. No wonder Katherine hates everything Cassadine. Alexis and her carelessness unleashed Katherine on them like a plague. If Alexis wanted Helena dead, she should have come to him. He might not have assisted, but he might not have opposed her either. It is so typical of her to imagine that she had no other recourse than to murder Helena outright. Like him, why couldn't she fashion a life for herself in which Helena didn't matter. Alexis says that she couldn't do that because Stefan took everything with him. She was raised by a woman who wished her dead and kept in ignorance of her birth right. What were her choices? Stefan tells Alexis that she is more dangerous than Helena because she has no self control. She is the slave of every childish impulse, every narcissistic emotion, every vengeful suggestion Luke Spencer whispers in her ear. And when called to account she flees to the ultimate refuge of the weak by blaming everyone else for what she has wrought. At least Helena spares them the spectacle of her regret. Alexis says that Helena doesn't feel regret. She admits to Stefan that it was a mistake to invite him over, but since he is here, she is going to say what she planned anyway. She doesn't begrudge him his triumph. In fact, she marvels at it, she celebrates it. He put an imposter in their midst and in less than 20 years he upended their world. What could be more fitting. But the small matter of her remains. When she found out the truth, she wanted to strike back, but since then she has found another way. But Stefan said no. He can't exclude her by blood so now he is saying that her character disqualifies her. Stefan tells Alexis that she is a weakling and a murderess and any bargain made with her is a fools bargain. She has broken faith with him the last time. As Stefan storms out the door, Alexis says, "may the best Cassadine win!"
As the song ends and Lucky and Liz reluctantly pull away from each other. They reminisce about their terrible experiences at their first school dances as they drink punch together. Lucky remembers hanging out near the wall desperately trying to look cool. Liz remembers going outside to smoke. It was either that or hanging out near the wall watching her sister dance by with one cute boy after another. As she watched Sarah dance she thought to herself that there really was a guy out there that wanted to dance with her. She didn't know who he was, maybe because he was shy, or maybe he stayed home, or maybe she didn't know him yet. But she knew, if she gave him a chance, he would never want to look at another girl again. And he would take her in his arms and never let go. Lucky pulls Liz close and kisses her. Then he tells her that he is sorry that he didn't know her yet.
Bobbie tells Tammy that they really are looking for someone to run the place. When Alan again encourages Tammy to take the job, Tammy gets angry and walks out. Alan follows saying that he can't let her walk home alone. After they go, Felicia tells Bobbie that Tammy may have a change of heart. Bobbie understands that it is hard for someone like Tammy to start over. When Felicia acts confused by Bobbie's comment, Bobbie tells her that it takes one to know one.
Edward arrives at Carly's room to tell her that he has organized the TV deal, but is surprised to see Carly with her coat on ready to leave. Carly explains that she had a fight with Bobbie and she wants to make up before the storm gets too bad. Edward understands that she has to leave, but tells her that Reginald will take her. And there is no sense in arguing with her. Carly thanks him and they leave together.
Sonny is preparing to go to Jason and is unpleasantly surprised to see Mike waiting for him at the penthouse. Sonny tells Mike that he is going to warn Jason to take off with Michael and never come back. Mike is surprised to learn that Sonny overheard Carly telling AJ that she was afraid of Jason and that Jason kept her and Michael as a prisoner. Carly used Michael to get what she wanted from Jason and now the Q's. Except, now the Q's aren't going to get what they want. Jason doesn't need this berg anyway. Mike asks what Sonny needs with this berg. Sonny assures Mike that he is coming back.
Katherine had hoped that Nikolas was coming over for a romantic evening. She is sorry that she was wrong. Most men wait until after sex to show their contempt. Nikolas tells Katherine that most woman attract men with sex and try to keep them with love, but she has done just the opposite. Katherine says that she is the only person who has always told Nikolas the truth. She didn't do it to hurt him. She asks if he is sorry to be just Nikolas instead of Prince Nikolas? It was a lot of effort. Now he can be the man behind the title. The man that she saw.
As Liz is putting on her boots in preparation for going out in the storm, teasingly tells her that the boots look a little more comfortable for dancing. Liz asks if they are going dancing, but Lucky still wants to keep his plan a surprise. Lucky helps Liz on with her coat and they get her scarf (the one Lucky brought her from Canada) out of the closet. Now she is ready for anything. With that, they head out into the snow.
Nikolas asks Katherine if she is so attracted to the man behind the title, why did it take until now for them. He wanted her before she met Stefan and the difference in their ages hasn't changed. He could have had her then. Katherine is a little offended by Nikolas' comment and suggests that if he can't make up his mind she will do it for him. She opens the door and he walks out. After a moment, Nikolas walks back into the room and he and Katherine fall into a passionate kiss.
Carly sneaks into Sonny's apartment and starts searching for the number where Jason is.
Alexis is thinking about her conversation with Stefan and she drives in the storm. She is visibly upset and not paying attention to the road. She suddenly loses control of her car and starts to scream.
Carly finds Sonny's cell phone and pushes redial hoping it is the number where Jason is. As the phone starts to ring, Carly hears the door to the penthouse open. She turns to see Sonny who has just caught her red handed.
As Katherine and Nikolas are getting hot and heavy on the bed, Nikolas pulls away and asks where this is leading. Katherine asks why it matters. Nikolas asks if being wanted is everything to her. Katherine laughs and says that she is human. As Nikolas gets up, Katherine asks if human isn't good enough. Without answering, Nikolas picks up his coat and scarf and walks out.
Lucky and Liz have arrived at a church. Liz is blindfolded with her scarf so she can't see where they are going. As they step inside, Lucky tells her to wait a minute because he has to take care of something, set a few things up. Liz is anxious to know where they are and jokes about being at the edge of a cliff and sharing a bungee jump for Valentine's Day. She isn't amused when Lucky says that she is sort of right, but Lucky says that he would jump off of a cliff for her. Liz says that she smells matches and asks if they are having a cook out. Lucky says that the rest of the world is having a white out and they are having... He removes the blind fold from Liz's eyes and she sees that they are inside a small church which is illuminated with lots and lots of candelabras. Liz turns to Lucky with a questioning look.
Bobbie is about to close up Kelly's but Jax is still there. He is about to go to a dinner that Bobbie has "guilt-tripped" him into with V, Alexis and Ned. Bobbie tells him that she releases him from his promise if he really doesn't want to go but Jax decides to go through with it and leaves. As Bobbie waits for Jerry, Stefan arrives. He claims that he can't drive any further that the roads are being closed and the conditions are too bad for traveling even to the Port Charles Hotel. Bobbie doesn't like the idea of being stranded with him. Of all men to be stranded with on Valentine's Day. They sit down to talk. Bobbie serves Stefan a bowl of chili, not telling him that it is extremely spicy hot. Stefan tries it (he's never had chili before) and practically gags. Bobbie finds this amusing. She asks about Nikolas and how he is taking the news of Stefan being his real father and that he really isn't a prince. Stefan says that Nikolas has surprised him by being happy about the whole thing except the part that they lied to him. But even that, he understands their reasons and accepts it. Bobbie compliments him by saying it's due to Stefan raising him to be such a fine young man. Stefan accepts the compliment although it comes from a Spencer. They talk about how Stefan raised Nik to be a prince, but for what? There is no kingdom to oversee. Stefan asks Bobbie, then how should he have raised Nik, to just be ordinary? Bobbie comes back with, how about just raising him to be happy. Stefan says she hasn't seen Nikolas lately, because that is exactly how he is. Happy. Bobbie then asks him why did he marry her? He answers that she was a means to an end and on some level, she delighted and intrigued him. If she had asked him this questions a year ago, he would have said his target was Luke, to get back at him, but now, he realizes it was for Laura. To get to Laura. Stefan turns the table around and ask, shy did she marry him? Bobbie admits that she has always been attracted to "bad guys" and Stefan was the "baddest" in Port Charles. Plus, it was impeccable timing. She had just left a marriage and was vulnerable. Someone she considered a friend was sleeping with her husband and had destroyed her life.
We see Alexis in the car, passed out from the accident in the snowstorm. Jax pulls up behind her car and finds her unconscious. He takes her in his 4-wheel jeep to the cabin that Jerry and Bobbie was supposed to be using for the Valentine's Day getaway. As he's starting a fire in the hearth, Alexis awakes. Jax explains how he found her and brought her there, the closest place. They're going to have to wait out the storm there. He tells Alexis that she needs to stay awake because she may have a concussion. He asks her if she sings, and she drowsily says no. Well, he doesn't either, so their have to find another way to keep her occupied. He takes off his coat. Alexis bolts awake at the sound of that!
Sonny comes back to the penthouse and finds Carly trying to use the phone. He tells her that hitting the redial is not going to reach Jason. He then tells her that if he has anything to do with it, she will never speak to Jason again. Carly tries to "explain" to Sonny that her intent to worm her way into the Quartermaines is not what Sonny thinks. She is only scamming AJ. If she can get his trust, the other Q's will follow. Once she has their trust, they will leave Michael alone and she can decide who will see Michael and who will not. And of course, it's Jason that she will let Michael be with, not AJ. Sonny tells her that her "stories" don't work with him, he sees right through her. He calls her a tramp. She spins a good story but he knows a liar and manipulator when he sees one. Jason gave everything up - his work, his woman, his life to help her and what does she do in return? She feeds him to his worst enemy. Carly retaliates by saying she knows what this is all about - Robin. Sonny loves Robin and Jason chose Carly over Robin. He informs her that Jason never chose her. She's delusional - Jason chose Michael. Carly makes the mistake of calling Robin a tramp and implies that maybe Sonny and Robin had something going on on the side. He thinks just like Robin did and uses Jason just like Robin did. She claims that they both use Jason like he is their puppet. They got him when he was brand new and made him into whatever they wanted him to be. Well, she has news for him, Jason is a grown man and can think on his own. He can make his own decisions without Sonny or Robin telling him what to do. Sonny walks to the door and tells Johnny to get the car and get Ms. Benson the hell out of here. Johnny calls Sonny from the garage to tell him that they can't leave. The police have the entrance blocked and won't let anyone pass. Sonny tells Carly to get her coat, she's leaving. She can walk to the PC Hotel. Carly refuses to leave and they wrestle at the door. The lights go off from the storm.
Lucky and Liz are at the church that Lucky has romantically decorated with candles. He explains why he brought her to a church. He has been thinking about their future and the promises they have made to each other; now he wants to make those promises in front of God. Liz is overwhelmed by Lucky's gesture and his love. They go to the alter and Lucky makes a loving, beautiful speech of hwo he has fallen so deeply in love with her and can't remember the person he was before she came into his heart. Liz reciprocates by telling Lucky what he has done for her this past year after he rape. They pledge themselves to each other - today and forever.
Emily is sitting in the lobby of the Port Charles Hotel when Nikolas is leaving Katherine's room. He sees Emily and stops to ask her if she is stuck. She explains how she was suppose to meet her grandparents for dinner but with the storm, they can't make it so she has gotten a room. Nikolas looks outside at the storm and suggests that maybe he should do the same. He checks in and comes back to sit and talk with Emily. He tries to explain how he never meant to hurt Emily by sending her mixed messages. He considers her to be a very special friend. Emily graciously lets him off the hook by saying that some people get what they want and some don't. They both agree they have missed each other's friendship and missed the four (Liz and Lucky) of them hanging out together. Emily ties to get Nikolas to tell her what Lucky's plans are for Liz tonight on Valentines Day but Nikolas says he's not telling.
Today's recap was provided by Renee Mundy
The snowstorm well under way finds Lucky and Liz locked in a church. A Valentines' Day surprise for Liz filled with candles and flowers. Lucky calls Nikolas on the cell phone but doesn't get a chance to tell him they are stranded.
Luke is at the club trying to make the best of things when Felicia arrives looking like a frozen pop. Jax is still tending to Alexis who is recovering from her accident in the storm. They discuss Alexis having second thoughts about Stefan. The storm also traps an unlikely pair....Carly and Sonny. They waste no time getting on each other's nerves. Carly suggests an agreement over Michael. Implying a situation in which everybody wins. Sonny has a look of disinterest. She goes on to say they were supposed to be friends. She paints a fairytale that didn't pan out. She tells him the best thing for Jason and Sonny would be for her to keep Michael at the Quartermaines. It would keep Jason out of the courts. Sonny says "you mean after he serves time for babysnatching"
Carly thinks it won't come to that. She says its best for Sonny for security reasons. Jason won't have to be a full-time Dad so he won't need all the guards. Inferring they'll have more time to do whatever it is they do best. She tells Sonny when the phones are back on he can call Jason and let her speak with him in private and she'll explain everything. Sonny smiles at her smugly.
Alexis tells Jax she had cold feet and called Stefan. She recants the deal she offered to him and how he threw it back in her face. You can still see the hurt in her eyes. She says she wants what is rightfully hers AND revenge. She asks Jax can she have both. V and Ned are climbing the walls without phone power. Both are wondering about the whereabouts of Jax and Alexis.
Luke tries to call Mac to inform him of Felicia's locale. Naturally his phone is dead as well. A knock at the door and Tammy falls into Luke's arms. They joke about her being a hooker in the cold. Felicia wonders aloud about her happiness in being a hooker. She now has options. She can run the diner. Luke and Felicia try to persuade her to give up the life. Tammy doesn't want to lose her independence. She tells them she doesn't want the customers coming in to find a ex-hooker behind the counter. Luke wryly says "they always did."
Nikolas and Emily try to drive back in the storm in a truck from the hotel. She asks if Liz and Lucky got married? Nikolas tells her no, they just wanted to say things to each other in a church. She thinks Liz and Lucky will be together forever. They also speak about what Emily saw in Katherine's bedroom. Nikolas tells her she means a great deal to him. They reach an understanding about Emily's' true feelings for Nikolas. She isn't sorry for the way she feels but she knows those feelings aren't reciprocated. Nikolas asks is she O.K. with this. She answers yes. Carly tries the phone again, but its' still dead. She asks if Sonny is going to call Jason when the phone comes back on. Sonny wants to know why Jason won't be arrested when he comes back. Carly claims she won't press charges, and she'll say it was a big misunderstanding. Will she then bring Michael back to the Quartermaines asks Sonny. Her lips say yes, her eyes say no. She says Jason will see it's for the best. Sonny has his doubts. Carly says Michael will miss his Dad and the Quartermaines will have no choice but to let Jason see him. Carly thinks she has Sonny convinced. Sonny asks her to go upstairs and Carly wonders what to do about the candles. He then says we can do it right here and she sheepishly tells him no. Sonny tells her she is busted. She wanted to sleep with him. He tells her she would have sold her body just like she sold her kid. She tries to strike him and he grabs her arms. She claims she never wanted to sleep with him. Yeah right. Sonny tells her she mistook Jason's loyalty and compassion for weakness. Carly tells Sonny he is a pig for hitting on her while Jason is away. He correctly tells her Jason doesn't care anything about her, she is just an obligation. He is going to tell Jason everything she has done and said since he has been gone. Carly shouts he doesn't know anything about her. He is going to tell how she offered herself to him. Carly says she doesn't care because Jason will never believe him over her. Sonny strongly disagrees. He wonders aloud what is going to disgust Jason the most, the fact that she lied to the Q's and the cops. Or that she is angling for his cooperation to jerk Jason around. Carly insists she was giving Sonny a line. Sonny angrily tells her Jason will never forgive her for using Michael's pain and tears to get what she wants. Of course she says she would never do that and Jason knows that. Hah!!! Sonny tells her Jason was the best thing she ever had, the truest friend. She has made a big mistake. Sonny then leaves her to her crocodile tears. She is frantic and screams to Sonny "you know nothing about me."
Jax examines Alexis' eyes. He says he thinks she'll be fine. They joke about the deal she tried to make with Stefan which would have cut Jax out of the deal. Jax is not worried about this. He just doesn't want Sonny to use her.
Jax and Sonny despise one another. Sonny has retained Alexis to handle a custody dispute and Jax correctly guesses its' Jason. He advises her Sonny is just using her to get to him. Alexis takes offense to this and says she is a good attorney. She feels obligated to help. Alexis says she can handle herself and not to worry. Jax tells her he will walk out on the deal if Sonny has anything to do with it.
Emily and Nikolas arrive at the church to help Liz and Lucky. Emily offers them refuge in her room back at the hotel. Emily admires the beauty of the church and her flowers.
Luke offers all in attendance a drink at the diner. He tells Tammy of Ruby's past life as a Madame. Luke tells Tammy she should consider his offer. She agrees to give it a try. Felicia is quietly getting smashed. Luke and Felicia tell Tammy the story of how Lucy Coe auctioned off her clothes for charity and they each bought a shoe. The reason the shoe is hanging from the bar.
Ned and V enjoy a bite to eat. A slight flirtation seems to be emanating from Ned. She thanks him for her Valentines' meal. Nikolas and the gang run into Katherine at the Hotel. Emily is visibly disturbed. Katherine attempts to make small talk with Nikolas. It goes unanswered.
Felicia continues to get smashed at Luke's club. Mac comes to take his tipsy wife home. He throws her over his shoulder and leaves. Alexis and Jax finally arrive to meet with V and Ned.
Sonny tells his guard to wait three hours and then take Carly wherever she wants to go. Carly screams at him as he leaves the penthouse, saying Jason will never believe him. After the door shuts she cries (again) praying that Jason doesn't believe Sonny.
Mac is in his office when a very hungover Felicia arrives sporting sunglasses and looking a little grim. Mac wants to know what she is doing there. He bribed Maxie and Georgie to let her sleep in. Felicia explains that the girls tried, but they were redecorating their doll house and it was just so loud. She is distressed by the empty aspirin bottle and in desperation runs her finger along the inside hoping to find some residual. Mac asks if Felicia remembers him carrying her out of Luke's. Felicia smiles and says that it wasn't a dream. She cringes as she takes off her sunglasses and Mac teases her again about being hung over. Tony arrives in Mac's office to report the theft of his auto.
Bobbie is at Kelly's getting ready to open when Jerry arrives. He apologizes for standing her up, but his car got stuck in a snow drift. He even offers her the number of the tow truck driver for proof. He asks Bobbie to forgive him and to sympathize with his pain. Stefan walks down the stairs as Jerry asks if Bobbie was stuck at Kelly's all night.
Amy and Laura are cleaning up the mess from Lulu's Valentine's Day party. As Amy rambles on about Valentine memories, Laura is completely ignoring her and has a far away look on her face. Laura is surprised when Amy angrily says that she is going to leave.
Jason and Michael are shocked when Sonny arrives at their island hide away. Jason notes that Sonny is alone and asks what happened with Carly. Sonny says that the bitch double crossed him.
Tony explains to Mac that Jerry arranged to have his car towed. He is furious and wants Mac to do something. He thinks that Jerry hot wired his car and moved it to a handicap zone and then reported it to the police. Felicia laughs saying that it sounds like a fraternity prank. Mac wants to know why Jerry would go to all that trouble. Tony explains that he is petitioning the court for visitation rights and Jerry is trying to harass him. Mac still doesn't see where Jerry fits in, but offers to dust the car for fingerprints. Tony says that he just wants it on record that Jerry is after him in case anything strange happens.
Jerry isn't too thrilled to learn that Bobbie and Stefan were stranded together. Stefan is talking to someone at Wyndemere on his cell phone. After he hangs up, he offers to pay Bobbie for the cost of the room. He and Bobbie share a flirtatious exchange regarding the over night service and Ruby's chili recipe. After Bobbie leaves to write down the recipe, Jerry sarcastically comments that Stefan never struck him as the chili type. Stefan says that it never struck him that Jerry would be so indiscreet as to allow Luke Spencer to trace the embezzled funds. Jerry defends himself saying that Luke has been studying the Cassadines forever. It couldn't have been any surprise to Stefan that Luke has mastered his game. Jerry offers to return his commission, but Stefan tells him that he will need it when his latest endeavor fails. Jerry feigns ignorance, but Stefan tells him that he is aware the little plot that Jerry, Jax and Alexis are thinking up. He assures Jerry that they are wasting their time. After Stefan leaves, thanking Bobbie for her kindness, Jerry sarcastically asks how kind Bobbie was. Bobbie asks Jerry if he is jealous.
Amy tells Laura that is has probably been at least six months since they have had a real conversation. The kind where Laura actually tells her what is going on with her life. She was thrilled when Laura invited her to spend the night. Finally a chance to talk to her sister. But she is invisible to Laura as the air. Laura gets upset and asks why Amy is trying to fight with her. Everyone is wants to fight with her. Her son, her husband. Laura begs Amy to stop it. She feels like she is in some kind of time warp where everyone is racing each other to the door to get away from her. Amy tries to comfort her as she dissolves onto the couch in tears.
Laura apologizes to Amy saying that she knows she has been distant lately. She asks Amy not to leave. She has never been so alone. Luke has left her. And this time it is really different. He doesn't live there anymore. This time it is really over. Amy tries to reassure Laura saying that she knows that isn't true. She knows that they are going through a rough time, but that's how relationships work. Laura says that the scariest part of all of this is that she doesn't know who she is without Luke. She has spent her entire adult life as Luke's wife and partner. She let herself be defined by that. Now he is gone. And he isn't coming back. Amy asks Laura if this is all about Stefan. She tells Laura that she knows about Stefan being Nikolas' father. It's all over the hospital. Laura confirms to Amy that Stefan is Nikolas' father and says that she refuses to be ashamed by that. Amy assures Laura that noone thinks she should be ashamed. Luke is jealous because he hates Stefan. But he loves Laura more and he will get over this. Amy asks Laura if she still has feelings for Stefan. Laura says that she does. Stefan has been solid. Nonjudgmental, loving. He has been everything Luke hasn't. They have a son together. Why wouldn't she respond to him?
Jerry is lamenting the night he and Bobbie missed at the cabin. All of his carefully laid plans were wasted. He tries to convince Bobbie to close Kelly's and come away with him now to make up for him. Bobbie won't do it because it wouldn't be good for Kelly's. As they talk, Tammy arrives. Bobbie is surprised to see her, but Tammy explains that while she was stranded at Luke's club during the storm Luke and Felicia finally convinced her to try her hand at running Kelly's. Jerry is ecstatic that Tammy is there and Bobbie can leave. Bobbie and Jerry can't get out of Kelly's fast enough, shouting last minute instructions to Tammy as they go. Tammy laughs and says that improvising is what she does best.
Mac insists that there is no reason to suspect Jerry Jacks of anything. Felicia agrees that if Tony does something stupid, it will only make Bobbie resentful. Mac says that Tony can file any charge he wants, but his advice is to walk away from this one. A public fight with Jerry won't accomplish anything. As Felicia sinks back onto the couch in a feeble attempt to nurse her hang over, Taggert rushes into Mac's office with the news that Sonny managed to lose their tail.
Sonny explains to Jason that Carly reported him for kidnapping. And she went to the Q's and told them that Jason fought her when she wanted to tell AJ the truth. Jason is angry. He pounds his fist on the table in rage and demands to know when Carly changed her mind. When he left Carly meant to come after him and something happened. Sonny explains that AJ arrived right before Carly was supposed to leave. Jason wants to know if AJ mentioned Ferncliff. Sonny insists that AJ did nothing. Carly decided that Michael is the only way to get more money from the Q's than she would from Jason. Carly sold Jason out and if Jason comes back to Port Charles, he will lose Michael forever.
Jason insists that he is Michael's legal father. Sonny tells Jason that, according to Alexis, he has almost no chance of retaining custody if both of Michael's biological parents are against him. Alexis doesn't think that the kidnapping charges will stick, but if Jason brings Michael back, the courts will take him away permanently. Sonny tells Jason that he can't go back, but Jason says that he has to.
Mike arrives at Kelly's and strikes up a conversation with Tammy. He notes that she is new and asks if she has been in the diner business long. Tammy laughs and says that she used to be in public relations. Mike orders egg salad and Tammy charmingly convinces him to have tuna. Luke arrives, moving a little slowly, and is very happy to see Tammy behind the counter.
Laura says that what she and Luke had is over. Amy asks Laura if she still loves Luke. Laura says that it doesn't matter because she doesn't want to be in love by herself. Amy says that maybe it isn't such a bad thing for Laura to be by herself for a while. She had a really bad year. Everyone needs to be alone sometimes. It gives you time and space to listen to your heart and kind of make your decisions accordingly. If Stefan makes her happy, that's great, but right now Laura is too vulnerable and too connected to Luke to know if she really has feelings for Stefan. Laura smiles at that and tells Amy that that is really good advice. The two sisters hug.
Taggert and Mac have a little fun teasing Felicia about her hang over. All Felicia wants is the ever elusive aspirin. Taggert tells Felicia that he will make her a sure fire cure. Taggert slams the door on his way out and Felicia tells Mac to shoot the next person who does that.
Bobbie and Jerry arrive at the cabin to find that someone has beat them to it. Jerry surmises that Jax must have been the culprit and threatens to grill him. Bobbie asks if he has anything better to do than delve into Jax's personal life and proceeds to distract him with a kiss.
At Kelly's Luke gingerly sips a cup of coffee and asks Mike about Sonny. Mike explains that Sonny is out of town for a couple of days. Mike leaves, saying goodbye to Tammy. After he goes, Tammy asks if Mike is Sonny's father and if Sonny is taking over again. Luke says that it could happen. Tammy says that the working girls would be glad because Sonny always left them alone. Luke tells Tammy not to get any ideas about returning to her old profession. He has had one too many losses lately.
Jason insists that Carly loves Michael and that he can't disappear without giving Carly a chance to explain. Sonny doesn't think that Carly deserves that chance. She lied and said that Jason abused her threatened her life physically. Sonny heard her say it to AJ when he went to visit her at the Q's. When he told Carly that he was going to tell Jason, Carly came to the penthouse to try to make a deal with Sonny. He says that Carly would have done him on the penthouse floor. Jason owes her nothing. Jason says that he still wants to hear Carly tell him why she did it. Sonny thinks that Jason is crazy. The Q's will take Michael away. Jason says that he is Michael's father because he loves him, not because he slept with Carly. Someday he was going to have to explain that to Michael and pray that he understood. If he doesn't go back now, he will have to explain to Michael why he took him from his mother because he didn't like the way she fought to keep him. That he has another name and another life and Michael will hate him. He can't do that to him. He won't make Michael's life a lie. Not if there is any other way.
Tony is ecstatic to see Tammy behind the counter at Kelly's. When Tammy greets Tony as Garth, Luke realizes that Tony is one of Tammy's former clients. Tony says that now he has a friendly place to eat. Luke sarcastically comments that it is also a place where they greet you by your alias. He suggests that they all change their names. Today he will be Billy Jo Bart out of Tennessee. Tony explains that he is looking for Bobbie to arrange a hearing date. He is petitioning the court for visitation rights. Luke warns Tony that he had better not reopen the custody battle.
Bobbie and Jerry are finally enjoying their romantic. They sip champagne and then things get steamy.
Felicia drinks Taggert's magical hang over cure and is surprised that it has actually seemed to help. Taggert than asks what to do about Sonny. Mac suggests that they get a search warrant for the coffee warehouse on the docks since the owners have mysteriously disappeared.
Sonny tells Jason that he misses his child even though it was never than a possibility, he can't imagine the hurt that Michael would feel if he lost Jason. Michael needs Jason more than he will ever need anybody. As Sonny leaves, he tells Jason that he will miss him, but not to come back.
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Laura gets Lesley Lu ready to go play with friends at DayCare. A woman arrives to get her and she sends Lulu on her way. Alone in the house, she looks at a picture of Luke, her and their family from their early days. She then calls the club to find out if Luke is at his place. After hanging up, she grabs her coat and leaves. Shortly afterwards, Lucky and Liz show up to visit and wonder where she is. Since they see she is not there, they decide to stick around and hang out a while. Liz bugs him to help with her school project. While Lucky gets into a posing position, Liz is teasing him about how nervous he is about posing for her sketch. Lucky playfully tells her he is going to go get foster to pose for her instead. (Yeah, where is that Dog?) She tells him that he wrote a song about her and the least he could do is pose for her, adding that a portrait of him would be done of love, and would show off her talent. Lucky gives in and Liz reminds him that their ticket to the future could be riding on this. As Liz works on her portrait, she jokes that Lucky may be the only model she will ever use. He asks to see her portrait. She shows him a stick figure drawing. Lucky jokingly tells Liz that she is a genius for drawing so well and then starts chasing her around the house. After catching up to her, she finally agrees to show him the real portrait that she made. Lucky looks it over and tells her that he likes it and says that she should submit it to the art school. Liz tells him that they won't let her in without her model. Liz and Lucky continued to dream about their future together in New York City. Afterwards, they got tired of waiting for Laura to return and head out to Kelly's Diner.
Luke is in his office when he receives a phone call from Sonny. Luke tells Sonny that Moreno seems to be making moves around town and warns him a surprise attack from Moreno might be coming. Sonny tells him to watch his back and then hangs up. Laura comes by and tells Luke that they need to talk. Luke tells her he is listening. She talks about their estrangement and tells him that Lucky is old enough to understand, but Lulu must be confused as much as she is. Laura then tells Luke that he needs to clarify exactly where she stands with him and where are they going. Luke looks at her like he doesn't like this line of questioning. Laura continues by saying that Amy came by and they talked and as they talked, she heard herself saying that he had left her. She then tells him that saying the words made them feel very real, but then Amy pointed out that he had left before, but had always come back. As Luke continues to listen, Laura tells him that they have both done wrong, and she'll admit that, but wants to know if there is anyway they can fix it? Luke looks at her and tells her that he doesn't trust her. She asks if she can fix that, because she needs to know. A suspicious Luke asks her why now? Is it because the father of one of your sons is putting the squeeze on you? Laura angrily tells him this is not about Stefan, it's about them. They are here now trying to find a way to connect. Luke says that she is still there, but they are not connecting. Laura says that she can't tell what he is feeling anymore, but can't, he won't let her in. He yells its because he doesn't trust her. She cries, "I can't do this" and gets up to leave. Laura says they have one thing in common. "I hate our house as much as you do. We bought it as a symbol of our love and future. But now it's full of ghosts. I see you everywhere in it. Playing with the kids, making me happy. All those memories are there and I am tripping over them. Laura then tearfully reminds Luke she loves him, then expresses a hope that he still has enough feelings for her to try to work through their recent difficulties. Luke rubs his chin, but doesn't answer. Luke says that he doesn't like living like this. He has no off switch to loving her. But what does she expect him to do? Laura tells him to accept her for who she is, the mother of 3 children. Luke says "it's that third child that is so important to you, and all that baggage that comes with it. I was on my way to accepting that third child. Luke then informs Laura that although he still loves her he can't get past her seemingly unbrea.k.able connection to Stefan, adding that he didn't sign on for that. Laura gulps down her tears, saying that she has her answer. Luke says, "I guess we both do." She puts on her coat and gets ready to leave. Before leaving, Luke says, it's a nice day for a boat ride, if that's where you are headed. Laura tells him that's not where she is headed and then leaves. Luke sinks back down into his chair. In the end, Luke and Laura were unable to reconnect. Later, Luke gets a call from Lucky who asks him if he would like to go out with him and Lulu and if he knows where she is. Luke says that he doesn't know where Lulu is, but if he sees her, to give her his love. Lucky agrees and they end their call.
Sonny returns to Port Charles and checks in with Luke. He then quickly hangs up when he sees Alexis walking toward him on the dock. She asks him where Jason is. He then informs Alexis that Jason is back. Alexis then asks Sonny if Jason has Michael with him. Sonny says that he will take her to see Jason so she can explain his options to him, like what the judge will look at and see what is the best route for Jason. Alexis tells Sonny she wonders what Jason's reaction to her being his lawyer is gonna be. Sonny tells her they can only see. She then reminds Sonny that if the judge thinks there new business is illegitimate, then Jason has no hope in hell of keeping Michael with him. Sonny assures a wary Alexis that the coffee business he shares with her new client (meaning Jason) is strictly legit.
Jason slips into the Brownstone with Michael and explains to Bobbie how he and Carly originally planned to flee the country together. Bobbie tells Jason that she knew Carly was lying. Disappointed in her daughter, Bobbie wonders if money really means that much to Carly and also wonders why Carly would lie deliberately? Jason tells Bobbie that it's Carly's way of reacting when she is panicked. Bobbie can't believe Jason is defending her and Jason tells her he isn't. Bobbie then tells Jason that Carly is doing all of this for herself, not Michael. She then adds that Carly's way of dealing with things is going to get Jason put in prison. Jason says that he is Michael's father by love, he has always taken care of Michael. Bobbie tells Jason that may very well be, but if Carly sticks to this kidnapping story, he is lost. She then tells him if this goes to court, he better line up all the friends he's got. She then asks Jason what is he planning to do. Before Jason can answer her, Sonny arrives with Alexis and Johnny in tow. Jason thanks her for coming, but makes it clear that he doesn't want Alexis speaking for him and doesn't need Alexis. Sonny says that he needs a criminal lawyer, not a family lawyer. Sonny figures out that it's because of her representing Tony. Bobbie pulls Jason aside, saying that he does need a lawyer, and Alexis is it. Jason asks Alexis for one good reason why he should trust her. Alexis says that she is not without ethics. She was intimidated to represent Tony by Helena, and now would never go near a person who would make a child suffer. Representing you would allow me to make amends. Alexis says that she doesn't think she can get him custody, but will offer her opinions. "Your legal rights are limited. No court will give a child to the custodial parent over the biological parent. Especially because of your last line of work." She says that all the Q's have to do is show that they can give a good home and the best he can do is to get regular visits with Michael. Jason says what is best for Michael is to stay with him. Alexis warns him that it'll get ugly and adds for what it is worth, she thinks he is the better parent. Sonny offers to drive Alexis home. After Alexis explains that she'd like to make amends for how she handled Dr. Jones' case and gives Jason pointers on his chances in court, Jason asks her if she is sure that this is the job she wants. She tells him it's a job she would love. Jason agrees to work with her. He then says that he is now going to go talk to Carly. Alexis offers to go with him as his legal representative, but Jason tells her Carly will be straight with him if no one else is with him. Jason then asks Bobbie to watch Michael, and asks her to swear not to call Carly. Bobbie agrees and Sonny, Jason and Johnny leave. Alexis stays behind and she and Bobbie talk. Bobbie tells Alexis that she loves her daughter, but doesn't agree with her methods. She then tells Alexis whatever Alexis has to do to keep Michael with Jason, to please do it.
Returning home alone, a weeping Laura looks up, and sees the pictures of her and Luke on the mantle. She goes over, takes down the picture of her and Luke and puts it in a drawer. She then removes her wedding ring from her finger and sets it on the table. A weeping Laura then heads up to her room.
Sonny, Jason and Johnny are on the docks. They run into Moreno, who tells Sonny he should have stayed away. He then tells Sonny that Port Charles is his town now and Sonny had better watch out. Sonny laughs his threats off and tells him that he imports coffee now and would like to brew Moreno a cup to go.
Carly is in the living room sitting around like she owns the place when Monica comes in, looking disapproving. Carly tries to look all innocent when she asks Monica if there is a problem with her being here. Monica doesn't answer that, but tells Carly now that she has her here, there are a couple of questions she would like to asks her. Monica says that she wants to discuss her latest conversation with Jason. Carly looks at her like she doesn't know what Monica is talking about. An seething, untrusting Monica accuses Carly of being in contact with Jason, while Carly continues to claim that she has no idea where Jason is hiding. All she did was get stuck in a snowdrift last night. Monica asks how Carly got home last night then, because she knows she wasn't over Bobbie's because she has spoke to her. Carly still doesn't come clean and Monica threatens to call Sonny Corinthos herself, because she knows that Carly came home in one of Sonny's limousine. So if you were with Sonny, ergo, you know where Jason is. When is he coming back, Monica demands. Carly says that if she knew, the police would know too. Monica tells her that she would know where Jason is, and is therefore lying. Carly says that she went to see Sonny, to beg him to let her talk to Jason. She tells Monica that Sonny told her that she would never see Michael again. She says that she is desperate, and scared that she will never see her son again. Because I told Jason that AJ had a right to see his son. She wonders whose side Monica is on. AJ comes in and asks what is going on. She tells him what she just told Monica, that Sonny told her that they would never see their son again. AJ says that Sonny is wrong, they will see Michael again. AJ hugs her as Monica looks on disapprovingly. AJ tells Monica that he wants her to be better with Carly. Turn down the heat, she is desperate to be with her son. Monica says her son, you mean her free ride! The only thing Carly fears is that we will find out about her little plan. AJ says that may be right. If anyone knows how low Carly can go, it's him. For a year she claimed that his son was Jason's and whatever Carly is doing now is because Jason has frightened her into it. He then tells his mom not to blame Carly, blame Jason. Later, Jason arrived at the Quartermaine mansion. Carly turns around to find Jason and is surprised to see him..........


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Monday, August 31, 2015
Mr. Beans
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Mr. Beans, perhaps you accidentally edged her off the bed last night? Now, we all hope she just gave up and decided to sleep there, but check for injuries. Maybe she decided she wasn't worthy to sleep with you and chose the floor of her own volition? Anyway, it is never a good idea to search for a hoomin. Making a loud noise and calling out is definitely the way yo go.ReplyDelete
Yup - go easy Beans. Maybe she is actually doing something useful - for you.ReplyDelete
What a sweet mouf on Mr. Beans!ReplyDelete
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Blogging has become somewhat a think of the past for me…it seems that many other priorities have crowded out the use of this avenue to document life, but I'm going to attempt to catch up on several belated blog posts from the past few months. Which means that there will be photos but likely very few words 🙂
Now if I could only find a great blog printing service to make annual books from my blog since I began YEARS ago! Having it only in digital format makes me feel like I'll lose it completely if I don't figure something out soon. Please send any advice my way if you are aware of a great quality blog printing company!
Sometimes the kids just look so cute that I can't help but pick up a good camera and snap a few photos. Such was the case with Sierra in this little olive green dress, pigtail buns, and ankle boots. And that smile! Swoon.


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So I have the bug bad.
Funny enough I have a i5 6600K build @4.2 and I love the computer, especially the my digital M.2 drive. I am building a few rigs for some co-workers with the new chip
I went to Micro-Center on Monday and bought a new corsair case with glass sides, nice evga power supply, 960 evo M.2, ddr4.
Can't wait till next week to get the board and chip. I'm thinking the 1700x. Anyone building and what is the plan? Will AMD live up to the hype? I think So!


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I'll be honest. Somehow, I was expecting more from "Itty Bitty Hellboy." August, 2013 is actually the 20th anniversary of Hellboy's first appearance in comics, and since then Mike Mignola has masterminded the Hellboy Universe with a singular vision and focus that are fairly unmatched in the comics world. The characters, continuity, and general weight of thousands of pages written and drawn are part of what makes Hellboy so great. So to read a parody comic that doesn't actually do much with any of that is a bit disappointing.
"Itty Bitty Hellboy" is definitely steeped in the world of kids' comics, though. It has a great rhythm of short stories, two or three pages each, that link together into a sort-of narrative about cardboard box forts and Roger the Homunculus hiding in bushes naked. The vibe is very reminiscent of those little Archie digest comics, which alternate between short gags and slightly longer stories. There are some off-key moments, such as a couple of jokes that don't really land, but for the most part it's a pretty decent kids' comic.
But the problem is that the jokes don't engage with the source material very much. Roger's metal underwear is the butt of a few jokes, and Johann sneezes himself out of his containment suit a few times. Beyond that, the comic doesn't seem to be a part of the Hellboy universe. Not that I'm suggesting it should be canon or something like that-- just that setting all the stories in a world of blue skies, white picket fences, and baseball teams isn't really using the material to its fullest. Where are the jokes about Nazi occultism? The stories set in Hell? The jokes are much more general, jokes that could be found in any kids' comic.
And that might be the basic issue -- it's a Hellboy comic, and presumably Hellboy fans will be buying it, but it's also a children's comic, and it veers a bit too far in that direction. Hellboy fans will probably be a bit let down, and children a bit confused.
On the other hand, the art is fantastic, which is pretty much what you'd expect from Art Baltazar. As the credits suggest, Baltazar is responsible for everything but the words (and probably plenty of those, too) so the book has a very coherent look, from the glowing pastel colors to the slightly imperfect hand lettering. The characters are all very cute when drawn in Baltazar's signature style, and there's a lot of motion and expression to his figures. Their faces and poses speak volumes, and add a lot of humor to the written jokes.
So overall, even if "Itty Bitty Hellboy" #1 falls a bit flat, it's still a fun read. Hellboy fans expecting a comic that takes its humor from the original comics, or retells those stories in a funny way, or tells new stories of occult investigation but with jokes, will be disappointed. I do think there was potential to do much more here, potential that goes unfulfilled. Nevertheless, the art is great and there are some fun moments, though not enough to make this a must-read except for readers looking for a light, quick read.


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Unlike some forms of discovery that are sent out as a matter of course, deciding whether or not to take an oral deposition requires some thought and consideration of the pros and cons.
When deciding whether or not to depose, focus on the goals of the deposition, consider the methods for best achieving those goals, and try to anticipate the hurdles that may stand in the way.
Here's a run-down on the advantages and disadvantages of taking an oral deposition.
Advantages of taking an oral deposition:
- Obtain evidence from nonparties. A deposition is the only discovery method that permits you to obtain testimony, documents, electronically stored information, and other evidence from nonparties. See CCP §§2020.010-2020.510.
- Lock in testimony. A deposition is usually the best way to lock in the testimony of unfriendly witnesses and opposing parties.
- Make personal observations. You have an opportunity to personally observe the deponent in an examination setting and assess his or her potential effect on the trier of fact if the case goes to trial.
- Obtain spontaneous responses. You can elicit more spontaneous and complete answers to your questions than with interrogatories because the witness' responses are less likely to have been rehearsed with opposing counsel; and if the witness tries to evade a question or not answer it completely, you can immediately follow it with narrower, more precise questions until you are satisfied with the response.
- No numerical limit to questions. Unlike the numerical limits on interrogatories and requests for admission, there are no limits on the number of questions you may ask during a deposition.
- Defendant may obtain early discovery. If you represent the defendant, you can notice a deposition as soon as your client is served with the complaint or appears in the action, whichever occurs first. CCP §2025.210(a).
- May promote settlement. If you want to settle the case and are deposing someone with settlement authority, carefully worded questions supported by documents demonstrating the strength of your case may affect the other party's confidence in its claims or defenses and help lessen a party's resolve to bring the matter to trial.
Disadvantages to taking an oral deposition:
- Expense. Preparing for and taking depositions may be more expensive than other forms of discovery, e.g., there are reporter fees and videographer fees. There are also attorney fees for time spent reviewing the file, preparing exhibits, researching legal issues, reviewing prior transcripts, preparing questions, and traveling to and taking the deposition.
- Inefficient if you are unprepared. If you're unprepared, you'll waste time sorting through facts and documents for the first time during the deposition. Consider demanding documents and interrogatory responses to detailed factual questions before taking the deposition.
- Reveals information to opponent. You lose the advantage of surprising the opposing party and opposing counsel at trial by revealing your probable areas of examination at trial and interrogation methods, and by stimulating opposing counsel to prepare for trial more carefully, e.g., your questions may reveal previously unknown facts and issues to opposing counsel.
- Educates witnesses. You run the risk that witnesses who make poor showings at a deposition will learn by their mistakes and be coached to become stronger witnesses at trial. There is also the risk that the witness will disclose grounds for impeachment or weakness in testimony that the opposing party can use at trial.
For help in making the decision whether to depose or not, and everything you need to know about taking and defending oral depositions, turn to CEB's California Civil Discovery Practice, chap 6. CEB also has you covered with its step-by-step Action Guides, Creating Your Discovery Plan and Handling Depositions.
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John Moyer
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John Moyer performing with Disturbed at the 2016 Rock AM Park
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El Paso, Texas, United States
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John Moyer (born November 30, 1973) is an American musician, best known as the current bassist and back-up vocalist for the heavy metal band Disturbed. Taking over in 2004 after Steve "Fuzz" Kmak was fired, Moyer has played bass-guitar with the group since their third studio album, Ten Thousand Fists which he played on as a session member, becoming a full-time member around 2005 during the supporting tour for the album. Moyer was also the bassist for the American supergroup Adrenaline Mob, joining in February 2012, and remained with the band until August 2014. He currently plays in Stereo Satellite, Art of Anarchy, and in 2015 he became a full-time member of the band Operation: Mindcrime.
Moyer was born and raised in El Paso, Texas, United States, and graduated from Coronado High School. Moyer was formerly part of the Texas hard rock act The Union Underground. Prior to his stint in The Union Underground, he was the bassist of the popular band Soak, also hailing from Texas. He is the owner and teaches at Natural Ear Music in Austin, Texas, where he works with a lot of young bands. Moyer works in partnership with Silver Tongue Management.
While he is still capable of playing finger-style, Moyer prefers picking because it has a more aggressive feeling.
On February 8, 2012, it was announced that Moyer joined the supergroup Adrenaline Mob while Disturbed is on hiatus.
On April 19, 2013, Moyer was announced to be filling in for Rudy Sarzo on bass for five tour dates in Geoff Tate's lineup formed after his dismissal from Queensrÿche.[1]
On May 14, 2014, Moyer was involved in a tour bus accident while on tour with Adrenaline Mob supporting Avenged Sevenfold. No serious injuries were sustained by any of the band-members.[2]
On August 4, 2014, Moyer announced that he would not be joining Adrenaline Mob for their upcoming fall tours. As a result, the band began looking for a new bassist, thus ending Moyer's tenure with the band.[3]
In January 2015, Moyer originally formed the band with Scott Weiland, Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal, twins Jon and Vince Votta entitled Art of Anarchy, and released their debut self-titled album in 2015 shortly before Scott Weilands' death in December 2015.
Moyer had a custom line with Traben bass company. He and the company produced his signature Traben Havoc. He also has custom amps with Kustom featuring his own design printed on the front resembling a skull engulfed in flames.[4]
Recently, Moyer has signed an endorsement deal with BC Rich Guitars, who now manufacture Moyer's signature Havoc bass. They can do this because they are owned by the same holding company as Traben.
In 2014, Moyer has been seen with some Spector bass models like Euro LX5.
- B.C. Rich Havoc 4 and 5 string signature basses (Formerly made by Traben)
- Music Man Stingray 5 string bass
- Spector Euro LX5 4 and 5 string basses
- Omniphonic Globalnova (1995)
- Self-Titled (1997)
- Flywatt (1998)
- 2179 (1999)
The Union Underground[edit]
- An Education in Rebellion (2000)
- Ten Thousand Fists (2005)
- Indestructible (2008)
- Asylum (2010)
- The Lost Children (2011)
- Evolution (2018)
Art of Anarchy[edit]
- Art of Anarchy (2015)
- The Madness (2017)
Adrenaline Mob[edit]
- Covertà (2013)
- Men of Honor (2014)
Operation: Mindcrime[edit]
- The Key (2015)
- Scivelation - Soundtrack (2012)
- The Making of Indestructible
- Indestructible in Germany
- Decade of Disturbed
- Rock House Method: John Moyer - Modern Metal Bass
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Loudwire Music Awards
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|John Moyer
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- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2013-05-01. Retrieved 2012-12-26.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- ^ "Adrenaline Mob in tour crash". Metal Hammer. Archived from the original on 2014-05-15. Retrieved 2015-11-30.
- ^ "Adrenaline Mob Learned That Bassist John Moyer Was Sitting Out Their Tour Via Facebook". MetalSucks. Retrieved 2015-11-30.
- ^ [1] Archived October 4, 2008, at the Wayback Machine
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Ayr Market's Christmas Show and Sale will have an added festive spirit to it this year, as NFU Scotland teams up with a whole host of organisations.
Not only will the Union be on hand to speak to members and chat about the work that is ongoing on your behalf, but Christmas cards and books will be available from RSABI, lovely hot pancakes will be served up by Ayrshire Vintage Tractor and Machinery Club and Positive Pulse Scotland will be providing health check-ups.
Not only that, but the Scottish Government will be available to discuss Scot Moves – the new system which will replace linked holdings - and local staff from the Scottish Rural Payments and Inspection Office will also be in attendance.
The Christmas Show and Sale will be taking place at Ayr Market on Tuesday 6 December between 10am and 1.30pm to get you in the Christmas spirit, and answer your burning questions.
Jimmy Ireland, Ayrshire's Regional Chairman commented: "The Christmas Show and Sale is a special day at the market and a lovely atmosphere with all the Christmas trees for sale.
"2016 has been a difficult year for many farmers with worries over finances and big changes politically, so this is an opportunity to have a chat with and support RSABI. Registered nurse Monica Coyle will be on hand offering free blood pressure checks and health advice.
"Scot Moves will also be able to explain the new digital cattle movement service coming into force on 1 January.
"Of course, it wouldn't be Christmas without a sweet treat and some lovely pancakes are being flipped for people to eat whilst they chat. Our thanks are extended to Craig Wilson Ltd. for hosting."


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The Out Group - 18th July 1967
Back Row: Tom Maschler, David Benedictus, Nicholas Tomalin
Centre: Cathy McGowan, Jonathan Aitken, Tom Hustler
Front Row: Christopher Gibbs and Lady Mary-Gaye Curzon
Revisiting the theme of Luminaries United, this counterpart portrait to The In Group was also commissioned by Jocelyn Stevens, then the publisher of Queen Magazine, to take place on 18th July 1967
Don't be fooled by the veneer of respectability this photograph uses to juxtapose itself with its sibling: former Conservative MP Mr. Aitken, for one, is not known for his aversion to a little indelicacy. One should also take note of Chelsea Set leader, designer and dandy, Christopher Gibbs - we have him to thank for giving velvet ties their moment under the club lights
It's been said that Lord Lichfield's gift lay in eliciting an air of relaxation from his subjects (and let it also be said that his gift was certainly not in lending his name to transient menswear brands). Nowhere, I feel, is this more aparent than in his group portraiture and his more candid work at country piles, Hollywood homes and ambassadorial residences
But as I said, he had a way with the human reaction. One only has to observe the subjects in this Studio-set shot to notice that


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In December 2018 I got the opportunity to travel to Alicante and check out nearby places. In my extensive Alicante travel guide I already wrote about the best places to visit and the best things to do and also mentioned some day trips. To let you make the most of your Alicante holidays I will explain what to see where in this travel blog about day trips from Alicante.
Lately I flew over from Hungary to Alicante to get a taste of the beautiful Costa Blanca in Spain. Not only in the UK holidays to Alicante are popular there are many direct flights landing on Alicante Airport from Netherlands, Germany and Scandinavia. For many reasons the Alicante province became a favorite weekend city break from travelers from Northern Europe. In this blog post I will take you with me on what to do in Alicante. A complete guide to make the most of your weekend break.
Barcelona is a very popular destination in Europe for a short weekend city break. But even for a longer beach holiday this is a favorite vacation city for many people. What makes Barcelona so popular? The climate, the architecture, the landmarks, the squares, the history and last but not least its perfect location. Barcelona is one of the few cities in the world that is not just an amazing city to stroll through but also has a proper beach. It is located along the The Mediterranean Sea and this is what makes Barcelona such a great destination.
When you are traveling to Spain I am pretty sure you want to keep the people back home up to date about how things are going on your trip. Surely you don't want your Spain holiday to get ruined by outrageous roaming costs and therefore I recommend you buying a sim card in Spain. It is simple, just walk in to any mobile provider shop and ask for a prepaid Spain sim card, put it in your phone, activate it and within a minute your Spain sim card is connected.
It was after midnight and it was actually my birthday when I arrived in Barcelona. As a full time professional travel blogger I don't have a phone contract but I always want to be connected. So when I arrived at any given airport I straight away want to buy a sim card for tourists. Finding a Spain sim card on arrival was pretty shit as all the shops were closed, so I had to come back the next morning.


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Prices are subject to change without notice. When there are more than two people in a room, there is a $20 charge for each additional person over five years old. There is a 7% bed tax added to the room price.
Reservations must be secured with the payment of the first night's lodging. We accept Visa, MasterCard, personal & travelers checks, and cash.
CANCELLATION POLICY: If a 14 day or greater cancellation notice is given, then there is a $20 cancellation fee. If a 3 to 14 day cancellation notice is given, then there is a fee equal to the first night's stay. If less than 3 days notice is given, then there is a fee equal to the entire scheduled stay. Guests who depart early will be charged the full amount of their scheduled stay.
Check-in is at 4:00 PM unless prior arrangements are made. Checking in later is not a problem. Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
It is not required that you notify us when you arrive. Please check the outside information board on the main entry deck for your personal Welcome Card with directions to your room and other information. Please remove shoes, boots, or other outside footwear at the main entrance. Storage is provided. Your key will be in your door and continental breakfast in your room.
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And I don't miss it. It wasn't my thing. I come from a family of addicts, but our drugs of choice are alcohol, food and controversy. I think we can all guess, with some degree of accuracy, where I get my fix. But, being a college student, I did my duty, and yeah, it was OK. I mean, for me, it was never anything great. If it was there, woo-hoo. If it wasn't, well, I didn't really notice. I had friends who would drop acid, which, honestly, terrified me, so I just kind of hung out in my dorm room or with my theatre friends, drank Michelob Dry, and occasionally would take a toke off a joint. That's about as far as it went for me and, really, as far as it went for most of us. We weren't users. Cocaine? Pfft, what was this, 1986? Opium? What were we, Romantic poets? Heroin? What was I, stupid? No, pot as far as that train went. I never even considered anything other than weed.
That's the thing about getting high: It does NOT make you want to go out get more drugs. It does not make you want to go out and party. It makes you want to call a friend and ask them to bring you Hot Pockets. Clearly, I'm not speaking for everyone who's tried it, but I think I'm speaking for a lot of us. And even if you are one of those folks who does get high and get geared up, odds are smoking a joint has never tempted you to snort a line of coke.
Which is why I don't see a problem with voting yes on Amendment Two, which would decriminalize medical marijuana. If it can help a cancer patient, or someone with glaucoma, or an AIDS patient, why are we making it a crime to do so?
We need to legalize weed as quickly as we can, but not just for medicinal reasons. Compared to many other drugs, pot is the healthy choice. Seriously. It's a plant. For someone who still makes sure her tuna fish doesn't kill dolphins, eats grass-fed beef whenever she can, and will not tolerate milk from cows treated with the bovine growth hormone, it shouldn't shock you that I found marijuana the safest option with which to experiment in college. It was practically a vegetable, after all. But by keeping it illegal, we're forcing people away from a plant and into synthetics. Many legal and legal-ish marijuana alternatives out there scare me, and because people who don't know better think these synthetics are safe, we are seeing medical issues arise that we never saw when kids smoked grass. Spice, which is a name that covers a multitude of fake types of pot, has "designer" ingredients that, one by one, lawmakers make illegal to save us from ourselves, but as they do, the companies making the stuff just change the ingredients to something else so that the newest version remains mostly legal.
Spice can stop blood from flowing to your heart, cause hallucinations, and the occasional heart attack. That's because the synthetics Spice makers use to mimic cannabis bind to the same receptors in your cells as real pot does, only with unpredictable reactions.
Look, Amendment Two is clearly the first step. It's only for medicinal purposes and doesn't go far enough, but it's a step nonetheless. Our society will always find ways to recreate with mind-altering substances, and this would be a huge source of revenue for government. It would also offer a safe alternative to all the quasi-legal Spicy alternatives. Less death and more money for government? Don't mind if I do. And if you disagree? Don't buy the stuff. Using marijuana is a victimless crime. Let us keep your taxes low by taxing those who wish to indulge.
Plus – and this is just me, perhaps – in a world simultaneously seeking vices and safe food, doesn't organic pot just make sense? I mean, come on, it hits all the high notes: It's gluten free, it does not contain nuts, and if the government regulates it, the USDA can certify some of it 100% organic, which means a dime bag will cost… well, quite a bit more.
And, most assuredly, it will be dolphin-safe.
Hard Candy is an opinion column written by veteran reporter Cathy Salustri. It does not necessarily reflect the opinions of Gabber publishers, staff or advertisers. Contact Cathy Salustri at email@example.com.


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Voss has some 500 lakes and rivers for fishing. With a light tackle you can catch trout and char.
Voss has some 500 lakes and rivers for fishing. With a light tackle you can catch trout and char.
The fishing licence "Vossakortet" is valid for freshwater-fishing with hooks in almost all watercourses and lakes in Voss, including Strandaelva and Raundalselva rivers and the lakes Vangsvatnet, Lønavatnet, Oppheimsvatnet and most of Myrkdalsvatnet.
With "Vossakortet" you can fish in most of the lakes in the area.
"1 Day Fishing Licence" is valid 24 hours from time of purchase, for all watercourses and lakes included in "Vossakortet".
You can order the fishing licence here: www.inatur.no, or buy it at Voss Tourist Information.
Lakes/watercourses that are not included in the fishing licence system are marked with signs. You must bring this licence with you when you are fishing.
Please note:
* Vangsvatnet lake is included in the licence, but special fishing regulations apply in Vangsvatnet.
* Rivers and lakes with salmon and sea trout are not included in this licence. If you wish to fish in salmon rivers, you must also purchase a special licence at the post office.
* Other areas that are not included in this licence are Moensvatnet, an area north-west in Myrkdalen, Vikafjellet mountain, parts of Jordalen river, and the Aldalen - Tyssen area in Evanger.


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The 3rd annual Holiday River Parade on the Oklahoma River will light up downtown OKC on Saturday, December 16th, 2006. Over 30 boats, decorated in holiday lights, will parade the river as a spectacular fireworks display adorns the sky. It is an amazing sight to behold and you can't beat the price!
The parade viewing areas will open at 3pm on Saturday, Dec. 16th. Activities will begin at 4pm, and the parade starts around dusk with the fireworks display scheduled for 6:30pm. Admission and parking are both free.
Want to Enter Your Boat in the River Parade?
The deadline to have your boat entered in the parade is noon on Wednesday, December 13th. Entry forms are available from most metro area boat dealers or you can click here to get your Holiday River Parade entry form online.
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