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Thursday, February 6, 2014
Scrap It with Attitude February Challenge....So Happy Together
10 comments:
- Meredith said...
Another absolutely stunning layout Janice ... wow!! Love the textures you have created.
- February 6, 2014 at 12:32 PM
- Lizzyc said...
HI.this is such a pretty layout, love the strips and your layers under the photo.. lovely papers too.. gorgeous colors to use with the combo as well.. love it..
- February 6, 2014 at 12:39 PM
- bel said...
Omg .... I have a scrappers crush on you!! Lol
Your work is just so elegant and soft and adorable and beautiful and so many other words!!
Love this page!
- February 6, 2014 at 1:12 PM
- Adriana B said...
those strips look amazing, great work :)
- February 6, 2014 at 1:25 PM
- Dolly B said...
Wow Janice this is BEAUTIFUL, a new fave for me of yours. Love the colour combination the layering of all the strips, just everything really. A inspiration
- February 6, 2014 at 3:54 PM
- Helen Wallace said...
Beautiful use of the colour palette and I like the strips of paper....you always have the loveliest of photos to work with. :D
- February 6, 2014 at 4:25 PM
- Lizzy Hill said...
Gorgeous, so sweet...& the cluster under the photo...totally DELISH....we seem to have a mutual inspiration club going, but this has REALLY inspired me...I'll be doing soft & pretty next!!!!
- February 6, 2014 at 7:13 PM
- Tiff Firth said...
oh my. delish delish delish
- February 6, 2014 at 11:05 PM
- Cheryl said...
Just lovely Janice, I really admire your work.
- February 7, 2014 at 7:05 AM
- Val-Belle said...
I have marked this one to do too if I get time. Just love your layout. The torn strips look so pretty. Such a lovely palette. You rocked this one :D
- February 11, 2014 at 3:59 PM


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Pictures have been surfacing of Demi Lovato, the sixteen-year-old singer and actress currently touring with American Idol 2008 runner-up David Archuleta, showing her with what appear to be wounds on her wrist similar to cutting scars. Is the starlet harming herself?
This isn't the first time that Lovato has had to fight these rumors. Following her appearance at Miley Cyrus's birthday party last fall, pictures showed Lovato with red marks on her wrist that made it look as though she had been self-mutilating. A representative for Lovato said, "Demi was wearing gummy bracelets just prior to her appearance on the red carpet and, because of how tight they were, they left indentations on her wrist."
Just my personal opinion here so correct me if I'm wrong, but if they really were 'indentations' from 'gummy bracelets' then wouldn't they go all the way around the wrist? In the pictures below, it's hard to believe they are marks from super-tight bracelets. And considering it's happened more than once I'm going to be bold here and put myself with the people who believe she is cutting herself.
Like Miley, Demi is a role model to a lot of young fans and if she really is cutting herself (one thing to understand here is that no one really knows for sure-there are a lot of ifs here) then it's best for her to get some help. It's something many teenagers do to release stress and you don't have to be an emo to be cutting yourself (that's such a common stereotype). But let's keep in mind that a starlet like herself is under a lot of pressure and stress. Just because she's rich and popular does not mean she has no personal problems in her life. Forget her personal life, but just the pressure of being the most popular in the Disney world is enough to cause depression. Let's not forget that she is human too and people make mistakes and they have different ways of dealing with them and I'm not trying to say it's okay for people to harm themselves, I'm just saying that if that's the way Demi decided to deal with her problems then that's her choice. I think we can all grant her that much freedom and privacy.

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During a recent archaeological expedition (i.e. – cleaning up one of the various hard drives that house almost two decades worth of photos and video collected during this wild Sammich ride) we discovered a folder cryptically marked "Sam10". Upon inspection, it was clear we had stumbled upon a piece of our history we weren't even aware still existed. Several years ago, we realized we were about to hit our 10-year anniversary as a band and decided to celebrate by inviting back key players from the past of the band – including the original 5-piece lineup which included Christopher Summers (keys), Matt Tomlianovich (bass) – along with Carrie Soderstrom and Cherry Whitaker on vocals (each taking their own soul diva moments at the mic). Both Doug Rendleman and Chris Booher were on hand to play drums – as well as former keyboardist Eric Anderson and bass wiz, Adam Erickson. Our bassist, Soup even pulled double duty, switching over to sax for a large portion of the night. The result was a crowd-pleasing jaunt through the different "eras" of the band – and a ticket so hot that people were wrapped around the outside of Crusen's on War Drive waiting to get in. It was an eclectic night of music that ranged from funk instrumentals to 80's hits – and tons of soul music. The crowd was on their feet and "in the moment" from the first tune to the last. The band genuinely enjoyed sharing the stage and re-visiting the old lineups and, especially, the great tunes – some of which had been retired since the band's earliest days. Fans even got into the spirit of things with a "Top SammichHead" showdown, with the winner (a nutcase who had literally painted himself half red and half black) taking home an autographed Sammich guitar.
All in all – probably the most special night in the band's lifespan (up to the point) and a great source of nostalgia thanks to these videos that survived. The videos were shot with a ceiling mounted hi-def video camera (which also respectfully captured the sound – thanks to an outstanding mix by Chad Cook and Squid) and a handheld hi-fef camera operated by Mark Davis. The result is intimate footage of Sammich and their fans and a snapshot of a very special night. Enjoy!


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The Sinking of the Cunard Line RMS Laconia (I) - Part V: Rescue and Epilogue
Excerpt from the book by Floyd Gibbons, "And They Thought We Wouldn't Fight", © 1918 George H. Doran Company, New York. Edited by the Gjenvick-Gjønvik Archives for clarity.
Hours passed. The swells slopped over the sides of our boat and filled the bottom with water. We bailed it continually. Most of us were wet to the knees and shivering from the weakening effects of the icy water. Our hands were blistered from pulling at the oars. Our boat, bobbing about like a cork, produced terrific nausea, and our stomachs ached from vain wrenching.
And then we saw the first light—the first sign of help; coming—the first searching glow of white radiance deep down the somber sides of the black pot of night that hung over us. I don't know what direction it came from—none of us knew north from south—there was nothing but water and sky. But the light—it just came from over there where we pointed. We nudged dumb, sick boat mates, directed their gaze, and aroused them to an appreciation of the sight that gave us new life.
It was way over there—first a trembling quiver of silver against the blackness, then drawing closer, it defined itself as a beckoning finger, although still too far away to see our feeble efforts to attract it.
Nevertheless, we wasted valuable flares and the ship's baker, self-ordained custodian of the biscuit, did the honors handsomely to the extent of a biscuit apiece to each of the twenty-three occupants of the boat.
"Pull starboard, sonnies," sang out old Captain Dear, his gray chin whiskers bristling with joy in the light of the round lantern, which he held aloft.
We pulled—pulled lustily, forgetting the strain and pain of innards torn and racked with violent vomiting, and oblivious of blistered palms and wet, half-frozen feet.
Then a nodding of that finger of light, —a happy, snapping, crap-shooting finger that seemed to say: "Come on, you men," like a dice player wooing the bones—led us to believe that our lights had been seen.
This was the fact, for immediately the oncoming yes— ad flashed on its green and red sidelights and we saw it was headed for our position. We floated off its stern for a while as it maneuvered for the best position in which it could take us on with a sea that was running higher and higher.
The risk of that rescuing ship was great, because there was every reason to believe that the submarine that had destroyed the Laconia still lurked in the darkness nearby, but those on board took the risk and stood by for the work of rescue.
"Come along side port!" was megaphoned to us. As fast as we could, we swung under the stern and felt our way broadside toward the ship's side.
Out of the darkness above, a dozen small pocket flashlights blinked down on us and orders began to be shouted fast and thick.
When I look back on the night, I don't know which was the more hazardous, going down the slanting side of the sinking Laconia or going up the side of the rescuing vessel.
One minute the swells would lift us almost level with the rail of the low-built patrol boat and mine sweeper, but the next receding wave would swirl us down into a darksome gulf over which the ship's side glowered like a slimy, dripping cliff.
A score of hands reached out, we were suspended in the husky, tattooed arms of those doughty British Jack Tars, looking up into their weather-beaten youthful faces, mumbling our thankfulness, and reading in the gold lettering on their pancake hats the legend, "H.M.S. Laburnum." We had been six hours in the open boat. The others began coming alongside one by one. Wet and bedraggled survivors were lifted aboard. Women and children first was the rule.
The scenes of reunion were heart gripping. Men, who had remained strangers to one another aboard the Laconia, now wrung each other by the hand or embraced without shame the frail little wife of a Canadian chaplain who had found one of her missing children delivered up from another boat. She smothered the child with ravenous mother kisses while tears of gladness streamed down her face.
Boat after boat came alongside. The waterlogged craft containing the Captain came last.
A rousing cheer went up as he stepped on the deck, one mangled hand hanging limp at his side.
The sailors divested themselves of outer clothing and passed the garments over to the shivering members of the Laconia's crew.
The cramped officers' quarters down under the quarterdeck were turned over to the women and children. Two of the Laconia's stewardesses passed boiling basins of navy cocoa and aided in the disentangling of wet and matted tresses.
The men grouped themselves near steam-pipes in the petty officers' quarters or over the grating of the engine rooms, where new life was to be had from the upward blasts of heated air that brought with them the smell of bilge water and oil and sulfur from the bowels of the vessel.
The injured—all minor cases, sprained backs, wrenched legs or mashed hands—were put away in bunks under the care of the ship's doctor.
Dawn was melting the eastern ocean gray to pink when the task was finished. In the officers' quarters, which had now been invaded by the men, the roll of the vessel was most perceptible. Each time the floor of the room slanted, bottles and cups and plates rolled and slid back
On the tables, chairs, and benches the women rested. Seasick mothers, trembling from the after-effects of the terrifying experience of the night, sought to soothe their crying children.
Then somebody happened to touch a key on the small wooden organ that stood against one wall. This was enough to send some callous seafaring fingers over the ivory keys in a rhythm unquestionably religious and so irresistible under the circumstances that, although no one seemed to know the words, all in the room took up the air in a reverent, humming chant.
At the last note of the Amen, little Father Warring, his black garb snagged in places and badly soiled, stood before the center table and lifted back his head until the morning light, filtering through the opened hatch above him, shown down on his kindly, weary face. He recited the Lord's Prayer and all present joined. The simple, impressive service of thanksgiving ended as simply as it had begun.
Two minutes later, I saw the old Jewish traveling man limping about on one lame leg with a little boy in his arms. He was collecting big, round British pennies for the youngster.
A survey and cruise of the nearby waters revealed no more occupied boats and our minesweeper, with its load of survivors numbering two hundred and sixty-seven, steamed away to the east. A half an hour steaming and the vessel stopped within hailing distance of two sister ships, toward one of which an open boat manned by Jackies was being pulled.
I saw the hysterical French actress, her blonde hair wet and bedraggled, lifted out of the boat and carried up the companionway. Then a little boy, his fresh pink face and golden hair shining in the morning sun, was passed upward, and followed by some other survivors, numbering fourteen in all, who had been found half-drowned and almost dead from exposure in a partially wrecked boat that was picked up just as it was sinking. It was in that boat that one American woman and her daughter died. One of the survivors of the boat told me the story. He said:
"Our boat was No. 8. It was smashed in the lowering. I was in the bow. Mrs. Hoy and her daughter were sitting toward the stern. The boat filled with water rapidly.
"It was no use trying to bail it out. There was a big hole in the side and it came in too fast. The boat's edge sank to the level of the water and only the air-tank kept it afloat.
"It was completely awash. Every swell rode clear over our heads and we had to hold our breath until we came to the surface again. The cold water just takes the life out of you.
"We saw the other boats showing their lights and drifting further and further away from us. We had no lights. Then, towards morning, we saw the rescuing ship come up into the 'cluster of other lifeboats that had drifted so far away from us. One by one, we saw their lights disappear as they were taken on board.
"We shouted and screamed and shrieked at the tops of our voices, but could not attract the attention of any of the other boats or the rescuing ship, and soon we saw its lights blink out. We were left there in the darkness with the wind howling and the sea rolling higher every minute.
"The women got weaker and weaker. Maybe they had been dead for some time. I don't know, but a wave came and washed forth Mrs. Hoy and her daughter out of the boat. There were life-belts around their bodies and they drifted away with their arms locked about one another."
With such stories ringing in our ears, with exchanges of experiences pathetic and humorous, we steamed into Queenstown harbor shortly after ten o'clock that night. We had been attacked at a point two hundred miles off the Irish coast and of our passengers and crew, thirteen had been lost.
As I stepped ashore, a Britisher, a fellow-passenger aboard the Laconia, who knew me as an American, stepped up to me. During the voyage, we had had many conversations concerning the possibility of America entering the war. Now he slapped me on the back with this question,
"Well, old' Casus Belli," he said, "is this your blooming overt act?"
I did not answer him, but thirty minutes afterward, I was rounding out on a typewriter the introduction to a four thousand-word newspaper article, which I cabled that night and which put the question up to the American public for an answer.
Five weeks later the United States entered the war.


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The Undertow: Discussing High School and House Shows with Suzie
KCPR's DJ Dionysus sat down (in different states, at different times; this was an email interview) with Suzie's Mark Ritsema to chat about his recent release – Deluxe.
This is the first incarnation of a new series, The Undertow, which focuses on new music with the ability to pull you in fast n' hard, make you dance during your bus ride to school, kick you in the gut, and make your mascara stream down your cheeks, but only if you're lucky enough to find it.
Dionysus: First off, Suzie is your solo project that seems to be dealing with a lot of the frustration and loneliness of young adulthood. What was the spark that started Suzie?
Mark Ritsema: Suzie was sparked while I was playing with Night Moves. When we got signed to Domino, the feeling I got was, "Okay this is a huge commitment, and I'll probably have to invest all my time and energy into this from here on out."
So I started thinking of what music meant to me and what I really wanted. Night Moves was collaborative, but I had limited control. I decided to say "the hell with it," and I left.
The Suzie sound has been something I always wanted to create, but I didn't learn how to express myself 'till I was a little better at making music. I got the idea that Night Moves was gonna be like, "okay guys, this is Big League, no mistakes okay?"
Starting Suzie, I could just create music without worrying about that – I like the mistakes. You know what music without mistakes sounds like? Spoon.
D: Are the songs tied to what's happening in your life, or separate creative expression?
M: The songs are definitely personal. I had kind of an awkward high school and college experience. I'm pretty bad with social interaction and developing meaningful relationships.
The kind of mixture that leads to regret and nostalgia, which are major themes in my music.
D: Were you writing music in high school and/or college?
M: Yes, I started when I was in middle school. When I started listening to music, I discovered a lot on my own. I got into Bright Eyes first, then rap music like Bone Thugs.
So my earliest stuff was a weird mixture of that. Probably sounds like Lil Peep if I went back and listened to it.
D: Is Suzie a true solo project? I've read that Charles McClung was a cofounder of Suzie and other sources cite Suzie as pure Ritsema; so what's the truth?
M: I wrote and recorded Born Single 100% on my own, and after I released it Charles came into the picture. It happened very naturally. He came over and offered to help me play live if I needed anyone – the next week we made it happen! Charles McClung and Jared Isabella (Night Moves drummer) were my two best friends at the time, and that was the first incarnation of the band.
I have really fond memories of those times. There has been a lot of lineup changes since then; we are rolling with a seven piece band right now!
D: Who are the current seven members of Suzie? Do they have any other projects that we should check out?
M: Yea! I'll list them:
Jared Isabella – Night Moves, Pleasure Horse, Tiny deaths (he drums in all 3)
Mitch Sigurdson – Black Market Brass
Elliott Snyder – Also plays in Rupert Angeleyes
Cole Pulice – Plays saxophone in Bon Iver, Black Market Brass, and Drone Band
James Patrick Horrigan – Plays keys in the wonderful funk band PHO
D: Before we get into new music stuff, I've got to get this out of the way: What happened to Chardonnay? I can't find it anywhere and it's breaking my heart!
M: I go through manic phases where I'll say to myself, "Everything I do sucks, why did I make that?" I took it down during one of those phases.
In a phase last month, I almost changed the band name to Soul Patch because I thought it was an incredible unused name. I loved the imagery of a patched soul, like the cover of that Korn record "Issues".
D: And now to your newest release, Deluxe. Can you tell me more about the album? Will you be releasing it in any other formats?
M: After I released the "Isn't It Funny" single, I linked up with my buddy Graham who is a producer and we decided to start working on a record called Pressure. That was about two years ago, so Chardonnay and Deluxe were records I made during my free time when I wasn't working on Pressure. Pressure is almost done, I think it will be completed in a month or two.
I've shied away from making physical copies of either cause then I can't delete them if I decide I don't them to exist anymore. Pressure is different though, that will be at least a tape/CD, maybe vinyl.
D: What will you do differently for an album like Pressure that will be eternalized as a CD/tape and maybe vinyl? Are you nervous to have music that you can't revoke?
M: Not really nervous, I think it will be funny though. It's a really produced pop record, and that's not necessarily the direction I plan to go in the future.
So I'll release Pressure and then something more DIY afterwards, I'm sure. I'll also try to tour on it more, since more people are involved I don't wanna just put it out and not promote it. I'm gonna try harder this time.
D: I can't wait to hear it, but back to the beautiful gem that is Deluxe! The next question is two part – what were your inspirations and whose feet are on the album cover?
M: My inspirations were Ryan Adams, Ariel Pink, Young Guv, Cody ChesnuTT, early Best Coast/ Wavves and that band Makthaverskan. I put them in a blender and drank it to make Deluxe. Oh yeah, and Hanson!! Ripped off Hanson for the song "Over It".
I also got weirdly obsessed with that show Friday Night Lights while I was making Deluxe. I wrote the song "Southern Kick" about FNL. Such a beautiful show, I think it really did a good job of highlighting the complexities of social behavior and the internal struggle, even for the most normal people. Such a heavy thought, but knowing that the eight billion people on this planet are going through that to some extent really makes the world a more relatable place.
I credit some TV shows and movies as being just as influential to my writing as music. I wrote "Coffin in Houston" [a track off of Ritsema's 2014 release Born Single] about the movie Gravity. Houston was a reference to "Houston Control Center" and the lyrics are about how you can't love someone who is dead. It mirrored a personal experience of mine… holding on to the past is bad; it's never the way you remember it. Oh yeah, and those are my feet on the album cover, with the Chloe Sevigny book on the side!!
D: Are you planning to tour with this new album? How far will the kids of San Luis Obispo have to travel to hear your love-fi (term used by 7th Street Entry to describe your sound) tunes?
M: I've always only toured East, so next Suzie tour will be to the West. It's just easier, living in Minneapolis to go out East, it's so condensed. I'll come to San Luis Obispo if I'm in Cali though!!
D: We'd love to have you! How have your experiences playing with Dent May, Cullen Omori, and Christopher Owens been? Those are all shows I would have loved to see if they didn't require a plane ticket to Minneapolis on top of the $7-15 cover.
M: The Christopher Owens show was really special to me, because I really look up to him. I listen to his records all the time. He seemed to really like Suzie, too. Having one of your idols be into music they inspired you to make? What a feeling!! I'll never forget that night, we hugged. Cullen was rad too. Such a good performer and songwriter. Excited to see where he goes.
D: Have you had any interviews/other memorable experiences with other college radio stations?
M: I usually ignore interviews to be honest. We played in Earlham College last tour and it was set up by the radio station. That was one of my favorite tour memories. We had a long drive from Chicago, talking about the multiverse theory, driving across the country, it was beautiful… Flash downpours, found this small college town, people were drinking, like, Redbull mixed with vodka mixed with wine. Our host kicked a door down, we played a really fun set, went to a sweaty-ass dance party, drank too much, chased a skunk, then woke up and left. It was almost annoying how cliché it was.
D: What do you do when you're not making music?
M: I've been learning how to speak Chinese, I like to skateboard, I have a passion for horror movies. Music takes up about 80% of my time, though.
D: I'm going to have to piece this all together to make it sound more like a two-sided conversation, so if I add in a bunch of dorky fillers on my side pls don't judge me too much. One last thing: KCPR always likes to close interviews with a dumb thing called Swipe Left/Swipe Right. So I'll give you some prompts and you say whether you like them (right) or dislike them (left). It's way too simplistic and 2017 for my taste, but I'm sticking to the format! Here we go… left or right (feel free to expand your answer if you'd like):
- House shows (Swipe right – only if its musicians, no DJ's. Even if the music sucks, I love the energy. DJ's are cool, but I hate going to house shows that are based around that.)
- Prom (Swipe right – I was pimple faced and shy and got grinded on by multiple women… anything is possible!!!)
- Bananagrams (Swipe left – I don't have time for games)
- Talking on the phone (Swipe left – annoying and overrated. I waste of time, and I always feel like I'm getting cancer.)
- Alcoholic kombucha (Swipe right cause booze!)
- Zines (Swipe right – classic, and anything that takes more thought than a Facebook post impresses me.)
Ella Worley conducted this interview and wrote the words. She's a KCPR staff member and Cal Poly viticulture junior.


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Racing Through Time – The History of Le Mans [DVD]
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This release in the RACING THROUGH TIME series explores the fascinating history of the world's most famous sports car race, Le Mans, through a nostalgic retrospective of archive footage and interviews.


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We are in full renovation swing now at Mountain Area Pediatrics. It's exciting and nerve-wracking and busy!!! If you're vising the office while this is going on, nothing will be changed with regards to hours/operations. We're still operating the same way, just in a slightly smaller space while we get the office overhaul done stage by stage. Right now we're renovating the front of the office, which means when you check in, come around the right side of the office to the side door, and we'll get you squared away 🙂
Hope you enjoy the pictures and happy Monday!
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Wales Concordat provides an opportunity to share information, new approaches and ideas to improve regulation, inspection and audit services.
Wales Concordat Cymru is currently facilitated by the General Pharmaceutical Council.
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Previously, I discussed in spine-tingling detail how I decided to add more color to my closet by allocating a chunk of my fall/winter budget to cool-toned blues and greens. And how I was inclined to shamelessly wear them together.
Last spring I documented a few reasons why blue + green should always be seen. So when Mr Vix and I went for a drive a couple of weekends ago, it seemed like a great excuse to match the very welcome blue sky…plus some leafy goodness.
Now yes: 2005 called and it wants its short-over-long layered look back. But hey, can't I call it "retro"? Or at least say I am wearing it ironically?
After all, my tongue's already firmly in cheek from wearing this vaguely nautical cardigan. Though the closest I get to sailing is eating Chips Ahoy, the stripey sweater had me at "perfect colorblocking for those with Rectangle/H shapes."
But I'm dead serious when I say I'm thrilled with my new deep green pencil skirt—so much so that I've been breaking out old and new prints and solids to wear with it.
Including a top that called to me despite my ambivalence about:
- its scale
- its rather Grandma's-Wamsutta-bedspread print
- the way "tobacco" and "sunshine" defile its otherwise cucumber-cool shades
Having recently re-reviewed Brigette Raes' suggestions on how to pick a print on behalf of my pal Fizz, I'm pretty sure I look like I'm being eaten alive by my own clothing.
Though its wayward shapes DO match my hair.
I'm thinking the dolman-sleeved 70s silhouette + silk jersey fabric flipped me into Persnickety Bohemian mode. Whatever the reason, I was in loooove the second I saw it, but I resisted for weeks before committing.
Others were not as taken with its charms.
Where did THAT come from?" asked a saucer-eyed Mr Vix.
Me: "Whaaaat?! This is one of my core pieces for fall. I know it's a little sofa-y, but I think it's pretty."
Mr Vix: [Amish farmer silence]
My printed glory and I flounced off to the guest bedroom to read and wait for him to come to his senses. He claims he stopped by to ask what I was doing for dinner, but didn't see me on the bed.
[Which reminds me: I still miss the guest room's former deep blue paint. Problem was, it only looked good for 2-3 summertime months. After a few years I ceded that Northern light + gloomy climate + big tree = me on a ladder with a bucket of more-muted-without-the-flash caramel.]
Returning (mostly) to my comfort zone of solids, I decided to match up a denim pencil skirt with a deep blue-green cardigan, another of my new fall pieces. While I usually avoid hosting a hootenanny in my bosom zone, the neckline's deep V and the ability to break up my torso with a strong inverted V at the bottom were compelling. Which made it easy to turn a blind eye to having a 3-D chest.
Between the floral print and the ruffled sweater, some might say my blind eye is getting a lot of exercise this fall.
Anyway: Thinking about my aggressively warm-toned room reminds me that Pantone may want my butt in Golden Glow this season, but I'm having none of it. Bad enough that despite my fear of yellow walls, I've given up and put temporary and more permanent golden shades on the vertical surfaces around here.
But on me? I draw the line. Let others dabble in the sunlight shades; I'm sticking to a different, algae-hued story.
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Determining the future of the old abandoned Crofton Elementary School site is now under the total control of Cowichan Valley School District 79.
Crofton community member Shannon Carlow was instrumental as the lead on this project. Carlow and Dan Robin, who've worked long and hard behind the scenes toward ensuring the old school is torn down and the land used for other purposes, are pleased with the news.
Robin said the School District now has the title to the land, as of last week.
"They make all the calls," he indicated. "Their call is to dispose of the property."
Robin added the provincial government changed the parameters for slippage funding so it's only provided now for rural properties with no value. That struck the old Crofton Elementary site from the criteria for funding.
The ball is now in the court of the School District 79 Board of Education to make a decision on how to dispose of it.
"The Board is very pleased to be holding a community meeting to talk about the old Crofton Elementary school," noted Board of Education Chair Candace Spilsbury. "We finally have all the information about the property and we can move forward on a process to make it a more pleasing property for the community."
The community meeting will take place on Thursday, May 30 from 6:30-8 p.m. at the new Crofton Elementary school.
"Information will be taken back to the School Board," said Robin.
Property costs will include the demolition of the school, he added. "Nobody's going to buy the property with the school on it."
With the construction and opening of the new Crofton Elementary school in 2009, the old building has sat vacant for a decade. The board is now excited to start the discussion on what should happen with that site.
In preparation for the meeting, the board is asking interested parties to help by providing their ideas and/or questions through a quick survey prior to the public meeting if desired.
A link to the survey can be found on the School District's Facebook page at facebook.com/cowichanschools.


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Based on the hit Japanese comic book and cartoon series, Yugioh trading cards have become a hit with youngsters everywhere. Yugioh enthusiasts worldwide collect the wildly popular Yugioh trading cards in order to participate in the elaborate game that is based on the trading cards. If you?re curious about the Yugioh phenomenon, and would like to learn the basic rules and strategies of the Yugioh trading card game, here is a helpful Yugioh primer.
The basic object of the Yugioh trading card game is to become a master duelist by winning a series of matches against your opponent. To play, two or more players must have a basic set of game cards, a game mat, and a copy of the official rulebook. Each match consists of three duels. The first player who wins two duels, or has one win and two draws, is considered the winner of the match.
Each player must begin with a minimum of 40 cards, known as the Dueling Deck. In addition to the Dueling Deck, players may also play with a Side Deck. Players use their Side Deck in order to modify and improve their primary Dueling Deck. The Side Deck must contain exactly 15 cards. Cards from the Side Deck can be exchanged for cards in the Dueling Deck, as long as the number of cards in the Dueling Deck remains the same.
At the beginning of a duel, each player begins with 8,000 Life Points. A player?s Life Points are gradually reduced according to damage incurred during battle. The first player whose points are reduced to zero Life Points loses the battle. If by chance both players are reduced to zero Life Points, the battle is declared a draw.
There are three basic types of cards used to play the Yugioh Trading Card game. These include: Monster cards, Spell cards, and Trap cards. Monster cards are classified as ?attack? cards. They allow you to launch an attack against your opponent. There are numerous types of Monster cards, including Fusion Monster cards and Ritual Monster cards. Each type of monster card has a different effect, and may work in combination with each other to launch a specific attack.
Spell cards allow you to put a spell on your opponent. Once the spell has been activated, normal Spell cards can no longer be used. Other types of Spell cards include Continuous Spell cards, Field Spell cards, and Equip Spell cards.
Trap cards are color-coded purple cards that are used to trap your opponent. Different types of Trap cards have different effects. The most common types of Trap cards are Normal Trap cards, Counter Trap cards, and Continuous Trap cards.
Every Yugioh card that is in play or has been discarded is placed on the Yugioh game mat. The game mat is divided into different fields where specific cards can be played. For instance, there is a Spell and Trap zone where these cards can be played. Using the information printed on each card, players battle against one another. Whoever incurs the least damage during battle is deemed the winner.
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This is a curated selection of flute-related resources.
Please explore the categories below for recommended flutemakers, flute associations, professional and youth ensembles, and more.
Please explore the categories below for recommended flutemakers, flute associations, professional and youth ensembles, and more.
"Inspiration and Innovation: For almost 30 years, Altus has hand-crafted flutes that embody the ideals of vintage inspiration and modern technology. Created by Master Flute Maker Shuichi Tanaka, each Altus flute reflects his passion to combine the finest playing flutes with the finest materials and artistry. The meticulous design of the Altus flute and its acclaimed Altus/Bennet scales offers excellent intonation, carefully tuned harmonics and balanced registers. The masterfully hand-sculpted headjoints and precision tubings produce the remarkable sound of the Altus flute."
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp is a summer school of the arts located on a 1,400 acre campus in Michigan's Manistee National Forest, offers fine arts education for all ages. Each summer, the principal camp program serves more than 5,400 gifted elementary, junior high, and high school students with diverse programs in music, art, dance, and drama while offering more than 175 performances during its Summer Arts Festival. Blue Lake also operates a widely acclaimed International Exchange Program and two public radio stations. Since its inception in 1966, Blue Lake has provided cultural enrichment to more than 300,000 gifted students and countless concert-goers.
"Since Brannen Brothers was founded in 1978, we have earned a worldwide reputation for unsurpassed excellence. There is no doubt about our place in the market; discerning flutists have placed us squarely at the top. Throughout the flute community, we are known as the company that leads the way in innovation and standard setting. Every flute and headjoint bearing the Brannen Brothers name is handmade to exacting standards of craftsmanship, and every one displays the most advanced mechanical design and acoustic technology available in the world today."
The Dearborn Symphony plays a key position in the cultural life of Dearborn and surrounding communities in southeast Michigan. It is highly esteemed by its members, musicians and community. Founded in 1961 by musicians and music educators to provide a community orchestra for Dearborn, the Dearborn Symphony continues to be one of the region's strongest and most talented community symphony orchestras. Music Director and Conductor Kypros Markou, is a compelling leader who has achieved an excellent rapport with both the talented musicians and growing audiences. Behind the scenes, its 24-member Board of Directors and its loyal group of corporate supporters, service organizations, community leaders, and donors are what enable Dearborn and area residents to continue enjoying its outstanding concert series.
Over 200 DYS musicians participate in a full Symphony Orchestra, full Concert Orchestra, Advanced Flute Choir, Intermediate Flute Choir, and String Orchestra.
The mission of the Dearborn Youth Symphony is to foster instrumental music and ensemble experience in young performers. DYS has since become an integral step to greater musical achievement for many youth musicians in the Metropolitan Detroit area. By complementing the musical efforts of school programs and private instructors, the DYS builds more opportunities and greater appreciation for instrumental music in the community.
The DYS strives to accomplish the following:
Through the sponsorship of the City of Dearborn Recreation and Parks Department, parental volunteers and gifted conductors, the DYS continues to nurture and challenge young musicians.
The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) is an American orchestra based in Detroit, Michigan. Its main performance center is Orchestra Hall at the Max M. Fisher Music Center in Detroit's Midtown neighborhood. The DSO is one of the most accessible orchestra on the planet: from becoming the first orchestra ever heard on the radio to presenting today's free Live from Orchestra Hall webcasts, the community-supported Detroit Symphony Orchestra continues to be one of the nation's longest-lasting and forward-thinking ensembles.
The Flute Studio at Eastern Michigan University (EMU) is home to the EMU Emerald Flutes. They are winner of the National Flute Association 2014 Flute Choir Competition. The Eastern Michigan University Emerald Flutes is an organization of flutists that exists to serve musicians at Eastern Michigan University. Created as a place for flute students to perform and study together, EMU Emerald Flutes hopes to bring the love of music, the joy of performing in an advanced ensemble, and the opportunity to perform at national events to all flute players on Eastern Michigan University's Campus.
Flute Specialists, Inc. is a leading Flute sales and service company serving international flutists and their families. They provide free, objective consultations for instrument purchases or repairs. This level of service and sensitivity results in Flute Specialists, Inc. being one of the most highly-regarded flute and piccolo sales and repair companies in the nation. They hold that all flutists, whether professional musicians, educators, amateurs or intermediate or beginning level players, deserve the services of a highly skilled and experienced repair facility for all repairs from minor adjustments to complete overhauls. A properly maintained and repaired flute is a more enjoyable instrument to play as well as a protected investment. They believe in helping you find the right instrument for your performance needs or helping you get the most out of the instrument you now own.
Flute Specialists
606 Rochester Rd S
Clawson, MI 48017
America's flute specialty house since 1983.
Flute World has proudly been serving flutists since 1983, offering one of the largest varieties of top quality professional and student flutes. They stock many different top brands and models of flutes, piccolos, alto flutes and bass flutes, from beginner to professional needs.
Models they carry include: Altus, Amadeus, Azumi, Brannen, Brio!, Bulgheroni, Burkart, Dean Yang, diMedici, Di Zhao, Gemeinhardt, Hammig, Haynes, Jupiter, Muramatsu, Nagahara North Bridge, Pearl, Powell, Powell Sonare, Resona, Sankyo, Roy Seaman, Trevor James, and Yamaha.
Flute World Co.
29920 Orchard Lake Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Interlochen Center for the Arts was founded in 1928 and is located in beautiful northwest lower Michigan. Each year, thousands of artists and arts patrons come to Interlochen to experience world-class educational and cultural opportunities. Students study music, theatre, visual arts, film, creative writing and dance, guided by an outstanding faculty and guest artists, and inspired by the scenic beauty of the campus. Interlochen offers arts education programs for students in grades 3-12 and adults of all ages and hosts hundreds of concerts and events and is home to two award-winning public radio stations.
A small well-established repair shop located in the greater Detroit area. The shop was founded by two experienced technicians and flutists, Melanie Suveges and Elmer Suveges. Melmer Flute Centre's forte is professional level flute repair and also service piccolos.
24348 Loretta
Warren, MI 48091
The Michigan Flute Orchestra (MFO) is an ensemble of dedicated and accomplished flutists from the southeastern Michigan area.
The instrumentation of the orchestra comprises the entire spectrum of the flute family: bass flute, alto flute, the conventional C flute, and piccolo. This unique orchestra performs a varied repertoire of music which displays the tonal richness and cohesiveness of the flute family.
The Michigan Flute Orchestra has been invited to perform in various concert series throughout the state of Michigan including the Midland Center of the Arts and Orchestra Hall. The MFO aspires to bring this new dimension of ensemble performance to the community and to allow the artists involved to explore their creative endeavors.
Diverse compositions are featured, which include Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Contemporary and popular arrangements.
The MSBOA strives to provide each student intellectual and creative instrumental music experiences expressed through emotional and artistic communication, and to advance quality music education through the study and performance of instrumental music through the types of festivals they sponsor.
The University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance is excited offer MPulse summer sessions for high school students. MPulse Summer Performing Arts Institutes on the Ann Arbor campus, inspire high school students to exciting new levels of excellence in music performance, music technology, musical theatre, theatre, and dance. Sessions are designed for students who are considering studying these areas in college. Participants work with distinguished University of Michigan faculty and alumni while experiencing campus life in Ann Arbor. During the MPulse sessions, students have the opportunity to meet with admissions counselors in an information meeting devoted to the application and audition process and to tour the campus.
Created by Connect For Education, Inc., OnMusic Dictionary is used in over 1500 colleges and universities in the USA. The site includes a searchable database of music terms, instruments, composers, a detailed symbol chart, and a series of appendices that provide a more in-depth look at different areas of music. Entries include pronunciation guide, audio file, definition, examples, and related terms. They also feature a "Word of the Day."
The mission of Save Our Symphony is to promote and support the world-class artistic excellence and stature of the Symphony Orchestra, and to ensure its preservation in our community for future generations.
Save Our Symphony is made up of orchestra patrons, donors, subscribers, business owners and community members. Passionate about keeping great orchestras a thriving and vital part of the fabric of our communities, they are people who love great music and also recognize the economic value that a world class orchestra brings to its region. They believe so strongly in protecting and preserving the essential character and traditions of American orchestras that they formed this grass roots organization.
Find your local Save Our Symphony chapter:
"The Southeast Michigan Flute Association (SEMFA) is a non-profit flute organization in Southeast Michigan. Established in 2002, we serve as a platform for students, amateurs, professionals, teachers, and lovers of the flute to connect. From the Detroit Symphony Orchestra flute section, the major university and college professors, to the number of regional orchestral flutists and the talented students of all ages: we arrange, coordinate and involve our members in a number of concerts, recitals, annual festival and masterclasses."
The Southeast Michigan Flute Association Flute Ensemble for enthusiastic high school, college, adult, amateur, and professional flutists. Performance opportunities include a performance at SEMFA's Annual Festival each year as well as other appearances throughout Southeast Michigan. New members accepted on a rolling basis. Contact Gail Green if you are interested in joining.
The Southeast Michigan Flute Association Jazz Flute Ensemble is a great opportunity for wind doublers to work on their flute chops and be a part of the first jazz flute ensemble in Michigan. Great for those who wish to learn more about and perform jazz. Contact Cathy Feldman-Duncan if you are interested in joining.
The Suzuki Association of the Americas aspires to improve the quality of life in the Americas through Suzuki education. They are a coalition of teachers, parents, educators, and others who are interested in making music education available to all children. The SAA provides programs and services to members throughout North and South America including Teacher Development Programs, Teacher Scholarships, Teacher Location Services, Suzuki Job Listings, Conferences & Retreats, and more.
"The National Flute Association, founded in 1972, is the largest flute organization in the world. Approximately 5,000 members from more than 50 countries join together in person, online, at conventions, informally and in forums, through publications and classrooms, in performance, in friendship and collegiality. Guided by its goals to encourage a higher standard of artistic excellence for the flute, its performers, and its literature, members include leading soloists, orchestral players, jazz and world music performers, teachers, adult amateurs, and students of all ages."
Inspiring Flutists, Enriching Lives
The National Flute Association will be known as a premier resource worldwide, valued by its members and relevant to all interested in music and the flute.
As a premier organization for the flute, the NFA:
The Flutist Quarterly magazine; The Flutist's Handbook: A Pedagogy Anthology; Kincaidiana; My Complete Story of the Flute: the Instrument, the Performer, the Music, by Leonardo de DeLorenzo; The Oxford Anthology of American Music; two guidebooks of selected flute repertoire (A Graded Guide for Teachers and A Graded Guide of Etudes, Daily Studies, and Method Books), and five CDs in the NFA's Historical Series (William Kincaid, Joseph Mariano, Robert Willoughby, Maurice Sharp, and Frances Blaisdell)
Visit their website for information about membership, flute events, masterclasses, clubs, and articles.
The University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance educates the artists, scholars, educators and entrepreneurs of the future. Students are prepared with expert skills, instilled with passionate enthusiasm, and emboldened to challenge and inspire the world through the power of the performing arts.
Verne Q. Powell Flutes was founded in 1927 by Verne Powell to provide professional flutists with custom made precious metal flutes. The first 10 flutes made by Mr. Powell were owned by some of the most famous American flutists of the time, including William Kincaid, Arthur Lora and John Wummer. Their flute makers continue a tradition of craftsmanship and a devotion to making the highest quality instruments. They employ a strategic combination of hand crafting, technology and a little bit of magic to create instruments which free the flutist to explore their musicality.


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China poses big challenge on warming / Like U.S., India, it rejects controls that might slow economic growth
Another international conference on global warming came and went last week, with leading nations agreeing that urgent steps must be taken to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
But those countries did not reach agreement on what is arguably their toughest challenge -- coaxing China to take more effective action to limit its surging emissions.
In recent months, new data has revealed that China's greenhouse gas emissions are growing at a much faster rate than previously believed, increasing the danger that any future reductions in rich nations' emissions will be more than offset by China's increases.
At the week-long meeting of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change in Bangkok, Chinese diplomats teamed with their counterparts from India and the United States to oppose what they said were excessively strict emissions-reduction goals that could restrict economic development.
Chinese officials also complained that their requests for assistance with energy-saving technology -- especially with coal, which is fueling China's red-hot economic growth -- have been ignored.
"There are a lot of barriers to technology transfer," Zhou Dadi, director of the Chinese government's Energy Research Institute and a leader of the Chinese delegation, told reporters in Bangkok. "It is something the developing countries have been asking for many years, but up until now it has not happened."
The International Energy Agency said last month that China - which as recently as 2001 emitted only 42 percent as much greenhouse gases as the United States - is likely to become the world's largest emitter this year. More ominously, China's annual net growth in greenhouse gas emissions, more than 500 million tons, is more than three times the annual increase of all industrialized nations combined, according to data from the Energy Agency and the Chinese government.
The Bush administration, meanwhile, says the United States should not sign any international treaty on global warming unless China also agrees to binding limits on its emissions.
Energy policy experts say the U.S.-China confrontation gives both countries an excuse to do nothing.
"It's a chicken or the egg issue -- who caused the problem, and who should act first," said ZhongXiang Zhang, a senior fellow at the East-West Center, a think tank in Honolulu that is funded primarily by the U.S. government. "But if China becomes the No. 1 emitter this year, it certainly will put pressure on China to take actions and make commitments."
Chinese officials recently have stated that China will not accept any binding limits on its emissions until at least 2050. Instead, they have cited the government's plan to achieve relative improvements by reducing the amount of energy expended per unit of economic output by 20 percent by 2010. But China has made little progress toward that goal since it was adopted two years ago. Last week, the Chinese government released data showing that electricity consumption by residential, commercial and industrial sectors -- a key barometer of emissions -- rose by 15 percent in the first three months of this year on a year-to-year basis.
"This is very frustrating," said Yang Fuqiang, director of the Beijing office of the Energy Foundation of San Francisco, which provides about $10 million annually for energy-efficiency cooperation programs with China.
"The GDP growth rate is now 11.1 percent. Energy-intensive industries such as iron, steel, cement and petrochemicals are growing at 20 percent a year. You can imagine -- at this rate, there's no way we can cut emissions."
Most environmental groups say the United States needs to use carrots, not sticks, with China.
"I accept as a matter of political reality that China, India and the other developing nations are not going to accept binding limitations any time in the future," said Elliot Diringer, director of international programs at the Pew Center on Global Climate Change in Arlington, Va.
"We need serious action, but there won't be binding emissions targets. ... That's out of the question in the next round" of climate change negotiations, Diringer said.
Zhou, the Chinese government official, said rich countries must develop and share their advances in clean-coal technology, such as carbon capture and storage, in which greenhouse gas emissions are siphoned off and injected into underground formations like depleted oil wells.
"If advances in technology can be deployed more widely, then it will really help all the world," Zhou said.
Many U.S. experts agree. "We have to engage China directly on clean coal and on industrial energy efficiency," said David Fridley, a China expert at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. He said that while China has well-developed programs on residential and commercial energy efficiency, it desperately needs help to improve the efficiency of coal-fired generators in heavy industry, which consumes 60 percent of China's energy.
The Bush administration's signature effort on coal is the Energy Department's FutureGen, a 10-year, $500 million program to develop carbon capture and storage technology for domestic and international use.
But some experts say the administration has held back FutureGen because of conservatives' fear that it could morph into an interventionist, European-style industrial policy.
A report on U.S. coal policy by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, released in March, criticized the Energy Department for limiting FutureGen's activity to mere research.
The report, which was chaired by MIT chemistry professor John Deutch, director of the CIA during the Clinton administration, said FutureGen is plagued by "ambiguity about objectives" and has failed to push for the widespread adoption of clean coal technology by the power industry.
In Congress, many lawmakers favor the creation of bilateral assistance programs to help China adopt energy-saving technology. Some, however, say China is unlikely to accept U.S. advice while the Bush administration is opposing Congressional action to reduce U.S. emissions.
"We can't preach temperance from a barstool," said Rep. Edward Markey, D-Mass., chairman of the Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warming, which was created earlier this year by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
"In order to re-engage with China and the rest of the international community on global warming from a position of leadership, we must first set mandatory limits on heat-trapping pollution here at home."
In negotiations toward a treaty to replace the Kyoto Protocol, which expires in 2012, developing nations are looking to Washington, said Jayant Sathaye, a Lawrence Berkeley scientist who was one of the lead authors of the Bangkok meeting's final report.
"I would be hard pressed to see China, India, Brazil or any other developing nations adopt limits if the United States is not willing to take on any commitment or take action domestically," he said.


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'Who am I to judge?' asks Pope; 'We've been asking that for years!' exclaim worldwide gays
What about that Pope, huh?
"I have yet to find anyone who has a business card that says he is gay," the pontiff said at a press conference in which he addressed the reports of a "gay lobby" within the Vatican.
"They say they exist. If someone is gay, who searches for the Lord and has goodwill, who am I to judge?" he added. "The Catechism of the Catholic Church explains this very well. It says they should not be marginalized because of this (orientation) but that they must be integrated into society."
Pope: 'Who am I to judge' gay people? [NBC News]
Of course the Catholic Church still considers our "acts" a "sin." But considering the constant, concerted, and truly aggressive way the church's leadership has been fighting our civil rights (now including opposition to even employment nondiscrimination, let me remind you), it's somewhat shocking to hear the big guy in charge making these points about judgment and marginalization.
Now to put them into practice.


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Reality TV People News - May 2017
Lauren Bushnell: Ben Higgins breakup is "kind of awful," "yeah" I'd be open to reconcilingMay 31, 2017
Lauren Bushnell is apparently far from moved on from her relationship with former The Bachelor star Ben Higgins.
Zach Roloff says son's dwarfism is just "part" of who he isMay 31, 2017
Zach Roloff says his son's dwarfism is just "part" of who he is as a person.
Joy Anna Duggar "excited" to have kids after wedding to Austin ForsythMay 31, 2017
Joy Anna Duggar is "excited" to have kids following her wedding last week.
Nikki Bella and Brie Bella to guest star on 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?'May 31, 2017
Nikki Bella and Brie Bella will be flexing their comedy chops on The CW's Whose Line Is It Anyway? improv series.
Rob Kardashian posts photo of Blac Chyna at 14: "I love you"May 31, 2017
Rob Kardashian surprised his fans on Tuesday by posting a photo of Blac Chyna at age 14.
Jennifer Lopez and new boyfriend Alex Rodriguez celebrate 'World of Dance' premiereMay 31, 2017
World of Dance judge Jennifer Lopez celebrated the show's Tuesday night premiere with boyfriend Alex Rodriguez.
Michael Nance, former 'The Bachelorette' bachelor, dies at age 31May 30, 2017
Michael Nance, who competed for Emily Maynard's heart on The Bachelorette's eighth season, has sadly passed away.
Sofia Richie dismisses Scott Disick dating rumors -- "Scott and I are just homies #relax"May 30, 2017
Sofia Richie thinks people should "relax" about her rumored romance with Scott Disick.
Kim Kardashian: There's a zero percent chance Kris Jenner will speak to Caitlyn Jenner againMay 30, 2017
Kim Kardashian has revealed her mother Kris Jenner's relationship with Caitlyn Jenner has been destroyed.
Joseph Duggar announces engagement to girlfriend Kendra CaldwellMay 29, 2017
Joseph Duggar is the latest "19 Kids & Counting" alum headed to the altar.
Kim Kardashian: I knew my Kris Humphries marriage was doomed on our honeymoonMay 29, 2017
Kim Kardashian knew on her honeymoon with second husband Kris Humphries that their marriage was doomed to fail.
Joy Anna Duggar marries Austin ForsythMay 27, 2017
Joy Anna Duggar and Austin Forsyth have married.
Mariah Carey and ex-boyfriend Bryan Tanaka back on again after split?May 27, 2017
Mariah Carey and former boyfriend Bryan Tanaka appear to be back on.
Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson celebrate their 7th anniversary as coupleMay 27, 2017
Jessica Simpson and her husband Eric Johnson celebrated their seventh anniversary as a couple this week.
Bethenny Frankel: I dated fellow 'Shark Tank' guest judge Alex RodriguezMay 26, 2017
Bethenny Frankel says she once dated retired MLB star Alex Rodriguez, who is currently dating Jennifer Lopez.
Kim Zolciak gets tattooed with her husband Kroy Biermann and daughter Brielle BiermannMay 26, 2017
Kim Zolciak got inked this week during a family outing to a tattoo parlor.
'Fixer Upper' star Chip Gaines releasing 'Smart Things I Learned Doing Stupid Stuff' memoirMay 26, 2017
Chip Gaines is releasing a memoir.
Bella Thorne says she's "not talking" to Scott Disick following Cannes flingMay 26, 2017
Bella Thorne says she's "not talking" to Scott Disick in the wake of their short-lived fling.
Jenelle Evans reaches custody agreement for her son JaceMay 25, 2017
Jenelle Evans has reached an agreement in her custody battle for her elder son.
Kourtney Kardashian and Younes Bendjima step out for date night in CannesMay 25, 2017
Kourtney Kardashian and Younes Bendjima stepped out for a date night Wednesday in Cannes.
'Teen Mom' star Amber Portwood confirms she's considering sex tape offerMay 25, 2017
Teen Mom OG star Amber Portwood is considering a lucrative sex tape offer.
'The Bachelor' and 'The Bachelorette' alum Britt Nilsson engaged to Jeremy ByrneMay 25, 2017
The Bachelor alum Britt Nilsson has gotten engaged to her boyfriend Jeremy Byrne.
Scott Disick and Bella Thorne get close in CannesMay 25, 2017
Scott Disick and Bella Thorne are getting close in Cannes.
Nikki Bella is "so in love" with her new niece BirdieMay 24, 2017
Nikki Bella is seen spending quality time with her newborn niece Birdie in new photos posted onto Instagram.
Christina El Moussa reportedly questioned after toddler son falls into poolMay 24, 2017
Christina El Moussa was reportedly questioned by authorities this week about an incident involving her toddler son.
Kim Kardashian deletes tweet about Ariana Grande concert attack after criticismMay 24, 2017
Kim Kardashian is being called self-centered by fans after she shared a photo of herself with Ariana Grande as a show of sympathy following a bombing at the singer's concert.
Ben Higgins squashes Ashley Iaconetti dating rumors, discusses the "shock" of his Lauren Bushnell splitMay 23, 2017
Ben Higgins is trying to promote his new podcast with Ashley Iaconetti while dealing with his breakup from Lauren Bushnell -- and according to the Season 20 The Bachelor star, life is tough right now.
Danielle Staub of 'The Real Housewives' engaged to Marty CaffreyMay 23, 2017
Danielle Staub has reportedly gotten engaged to boyfriend Marty Caffrey.
Brie Bella details the birth of newborn daughter BirdieMay 23, 2017
Brie Bella has shared the story behind the birth of her newborn daughter Birdie and how she endured 21 hours of labor.
Scott Disick and Bella Thorne fly off to Cannes togetherMay 23, 2017
Scott Disick and Bella Thorne were spotted together at Los Angeles International Airport on Monday.
Ashlee Simpson shares photo from "fun" family outingMay 23, 2017
Ashlee Simpson gave fans a glimpse of her "fun" family outing this week.
Katy Perry reveals details of Taylor Swift feud -- "She started it"May 23, 2017
Katy Perry is opening up about her feud with fellow singer Taylor Swift.
Jessica Simpson denies rumors she is pregnant again -- "We got an IUD"May 23, 2017
Jessica Simpson has denied rumors that she is pregnant again.
Kourtney Kardashian and Younes Bendjima cozy up in FranceMay 22, 2017
Kourtney Kardashian and Younes Bendjima cozied up in France over the weekend.
Maddie Brown of 'Sister Wives' welcomes her first childMay 22, 2017
Sister Wives star Maddie Brown welcomed her first child with husband Caleb Brush over the weekend.
'Deadliest Catch' star Sig Hansen pleads not guilty to assault of Uber driverMay 22, 2017
Deadliest Catch star Sig Hansen has pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges connected to an assault of an Uber driver.
'The Bachelor's Ashley Iaconetti addresses Ben Higgins dating rumors after his Lauren Bushnell splitMay 22, 2017
The Bachelor's Ashley Iaconetti and Ben Higgins have been spending a lot of time together recently, so in light of people talking, Iaconetti has set the record straight on the status of their relationship.
'Deadliest Catch' star Sig Hansen arrested for assaulting Uber driverMay 19, 2017
Deadliest Catch star Sig Hansen was arrested by police on Thursday following an altercation with an Uber driver.
Becca Tilley and Robert Graham from Bachelor Nation reportedly break upMay 19, 2017
Becca Tilley and Robert Graham have reportedly ended their relationship.
Kim Kardashian celebrates hitting 100 million Instagram followersMay 18, 2017
Kim Kardashian celebrated passing the 100 million follower mark on Thursday on Instagram by looking back at some of her most-liked photos.
'The Bachelorette' star Rachel Lindsay reveals she's in love -- and engaged!May 18, 2017
The Bachelorette star Rachel Lindsay describes herself as a straight shooter, and she already proved that by revealing the end of her season before it even premieres!
Ben Higgins opens up about Lauren Bushnell split: It was a long time coming, the joy in our relationship fadedMay 18, 2017
Ben Higgins is ready to open up about what went wrong in his relationship with Lauren Bushnell only a couple of days after The Bachelor pair publicly announced their split.
Derek Hough celebrates his 32nd birthday with girlfriend Hayley ErbertMay 18, 2017
Derek Hough celebrated his 32nd birthday with his girlfriend Hayley Erbert by his side.
'Teen Mom' star Amber Portwood reportedly puts wedding to Matt Baier on holdMay 18, 2017
Amber Portwood has reportedly put her wedding on hold.
Bella Thorne shows off flowers after Scott Disick dateMay 18, 2017
Bella Thorne showed off flowers in a photo this week following her date with Scott Disick.
Amber Rose reportedly sleeps through home invasionMay 18, 2017
Amber Rose reportedly slept through a four-hour home invasion this week.
Nick Carter and Aaron Carter announce father Bob Carter's deathMay 18, 2017
Nick Carter and Aaron Carter have announced the death of their father Bob Carter.
Lauren Bushnell moving to California for modeling and fashion career following Ben Higgins splitMay 17, 2017
Lauren Bushnell is leaving her ex-fiance Ben Higgins in Denver and looking forward to her future.
Scott Disick reportedly partying because realizes Kourtney Kardashian over, had date night with Bella ThorneMay 17, 2017
Scott Disick is reportedly putting on appearances that he's having fun dating new women, but according to sources, he's in turmoil over his failed attempts to win Kourtney Kardashian back.
Chris Soules pleads not guilty to felony charge stemming from fatal accident, avoids court appearanceMay 17, 2017
Chris Soules has entered a not guilty plea to the felony charge against him of leaving the scene of a fatal accident.
Normani Kordei gleefully accepts Bonner Bolton's date invitation -- "I'll definitely go out with you!"May 16, 2017
Normani Kordei and Bonner Bolton could turn out to be a love match after meeting and competing against each other on Dancing with the Stars!
Tori Roloff posts new photo with baby son: "This is what I was meant to do"May 16, 2017
Tori Roloff was feeling full of purpose on Monday when she posted a new photo with her new son.
Harry Styles cringes over Kendall Jenner on 'The Late Late Show'May 16, 2017
Harry Styles cringed over ex-girlfriend Kendall Jenner on Monday's episode of The Late Late Show with James Corden.
Taylor Swift: Gigi Hadid is one of the first people I go to for adviceMay 16, 2017
Taylor Swift says she goes to friend and fellow star Gigi Hadid for advice.
'The Real Housewives' alum Dina Manzo attacked in home invasionMay 16, 2017
The Real Housewives of New Jersey alum Dina Manzo is recovering after being attacked in a home invasion over the weekend.
Ben Higgins and Lauren Bushnell call off engagement and split, 'The Bachelor' couple reportedly "wanted different things"May 15, 2017
Ben Higgins and Lauren Bushnell have ended their engagement and split.
Terri Irwin reveals she planned on having third child with Steve IrwinMay 15, 2017
Terri Irwin was planning on having a third child with her late husband Steve Irwin prior to his death in 2006, the naturalist shared recently.
Brie Bella celebrates Mother's Day with newborn Birdie and husband Daniel BryanMay 15, 2017
Brie Bella shared new photos of her newborn daughter Birdie on Instagram Sunday to commemorate Mother's Day.
Bethenny Frankel and Alex Rodriguez join 'Shark Tank'May 15, 2017
Bethenny Frankel and Alex Rodriguez are headed to Shark Tank.
Rob Kardashian honors Blac Chyna on Mother's Day: I'm "so thankful for you"May 15, 2017
Rob Kardashian was feeling "so thankful" for former fiancee Blac Chyna on Mother's Day.
Kylie Jenner's new boyfriend Travis Scott arrested for inciting riot at concertMay 15, 2017
Travis Scott, Kylie Jenner's new boyfriend, was arrested for inciting a riot at his concert Saturday night in Arkansas, authorities said.
'Little People, Big World' stars Zach Roloff and Tori Roloff welcome sonMay 15, 2017
Zach Roloff has become a first-time dad.
Bindi Irwin denies mom Terri is dating Russell CroweMay 12, 2017
Bindi Irwin is setting the record straight on mom Terri Irwin's relationship with Russell Crowe.
Bonner Bolton asks 'Dancing with the Stars' celeb Normani Kordei out on a date -- She's beautiful, "it'd be an honor"May 12, 2017
Bonner Bolton and Sharna Burgess have had people talking about romance potential since Dancing with the Stars kicked off two months ago, but the former pro bull rider apparently has his eye on someone else.
Nick Viall and Vanessa Grimaldi reportedly looking in live in Los Angeles, spotted apartment-huntingMay 12, 2017
Nick Viall and fiancee Vanessa Grimaldi are reportedly looking to settle down in California together.
Jenna Dewan: My daughter Everly loves to danceMay 12, 2017
Jenna Dewan says her daughter Everly shares her love for dance.
Rob Kardashian wishes Blac Chyna a happy birthday after splitMay 12, 2017
Rob Kardashian wished his former fiancee Blac Chyna a happy birthday on Thursday.
Brie Bella shares hospital family photo featuring newborn Birdie and Daniel BryanMay 12, 2017
Brie Bella has shared on Instagram a photo taken from the hospital featuring her newborn daughter Birdie and husband Daniel Bryan.
Caitlyn Jenner on Kim Kardashian: "I haven't talked to her in a long time... I keep my distance"May 11, 2017
Caitlyn Jenner is keeping her distance from former stepdaughter Kim Kardashian.
Ryan Seacrest and girlfriend Shayna Taylor reportedly move in together in New YorkMay 11, 2017
Ryan Seacrest is going through a huge transitional period in his life right now, and that reportedly includes taking his romance to the next level.
Miley Cyrus releases music video for new 'Malibu' songMay 11, 2017
Miley Cyrus has released a new single titled "Malibu" and an accompanying music video.
Scott Disick reportedly binge drinking again over Kourtney Kardashian and Younes Bendjima's flingMay 11, 2017
Scott Disick is reportedly in a downward spiral after learning about his ex Kourtney Kardashian's sexy fling with model Younes Bendjima.
'Total Divas' star Brie Bella welcomes baby girl with husband Daniel BryanMay 11, 2017
Total Divas star Brie Bella has given birth to her first child, a baby girl named Birdie Joe Danielson.
'Dancing with the Stars' pro Artem Chigvintsev and actress Torrey DeVitto reportedly splitMay 11, 2017
Artem Chigvintsev and Torrey DeVitto have reportedly split and called it quits.
Brie Bella and Daniel Bryan welcome first childMay 11, 2017
Brie Bella and her husband Daniel Bryan have welcomed their first child together, a baby girl named Birdie.
'Shark Tank' star Daymond John reveals thyroid cancer diagnosis: I didn't let it attack meMay 10, 2017
Shark Tank star Daymond John has revealed he recently battled thyroid cancer.
Abby Lee Miller says she'll pretend prison is just a movie setMay 10, 2017
Abby Lee Miller plans to pretend prison is just a movie set.
Heidi Montag and husband Spencer Pratt reveal sex of their first childMay 10, 2017
Heidi Montag and husband Spencer Pratt have revealed whether they are expecting a baby boy or girl.
Former 'Rob & Big' star Christopher "Big Black" Boykin dies at age 45May 10, 2017
Former Rob & Big star Christopher "Big Black" Boykin has sadly passed away.
Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott take their budding romance to MiamiMay 9, 2017
Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott's romance has apparently heated up under the Florida sun.
Farrah Abraham visits grave of daughter Sophia's late father Derek UnderwoodMay 9, 2017
Farrah Abraham honored daughter Sophia's late dad on Monday by visiting his grave.
Adam Lambert on creating new music with Queen: "I don't know. Could happen"May 9, 2017
Adam Lambert has been touring regularly with Queen for four years now, but he insists the only time he and his band-mates discuss recording new music is when reporters bring up the topic.
Abby Lee Miller sentenced to one year and one day in prison for bankruptcy fraud caseMay 9, 2017
Abby Lee Miller has learned she's going to spend some time behind bars for bankruptcy fraud following a year and a half of court proceedings.
Normani Kordei recalls being bullied: "It was really ugly"May 9, 2017
Normani Kordei is opening up about her "ugly" experience with bullying.
Bristol Palin gives birth to her third childMay 9, 2017
Dakota Meyer has announced via Instagram that his wife Bristol Palin has given birth to their second child.
Jennifer Lopez: Met Gala with Alex Rodriguez was "awesome"May 8, 2017
Jennifer Lopez says she had an "awesome" time with Alex Rodriguez at the 2017 Met Gala.
'Flip or Flop' star Christina El Moussa talks hooking up with ex Tarek El Moussa againMay 8, 2017
Flip or Flop star Christina El Moussa has revealed whether she and her estranged spouse Tarek El Moussa have had an intimate encounter since their split.
Former 'Shahs of Sunset' star Lilly Ghalichi marries Dara Mir in lavish Beverly Hills weddingMay 8, 2017
Former Shahs of Sunset star Lilly Ghalichi is officially off the market.
Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott celebrate their 11th wedding anniversaryMay 8, 2017
Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott celebrated their 11th wedding anniversary this week.
Nick Viall and Vanessa Grimaldi all smiles as they attend MTV Movie Awards and MS charity gala togetherMay 8, 2017
Nick Viall and Vanessa Grimaldi are definitely enjoying the perks of their celebrity and high-profile romance.
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend recreate 'Spider-Man' movie kissMay 8, 2017
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend delighted fans by recreating the iconic "Spider-Man" kiss.
Phillip Phillips on touring: "I hope to be doing this for the rest of my life"May 8, 2017
Phillip Phillips says he hopes he will be fortunate enough to tour "for the rest of my life."
Scott Disick steps out with rumored girlfriend Ella Ross after Kourtney Kardashian and Younes Bendjima photos surfaceMay 8, 2017
Scott Disick is apparently moving on after learning his longtime love Kourtney Kardashian is doing the same.
Adam Lambert: Queen's songs are about "the heart and the spirit"May 8, 2017
Adam Lambert believes Queen's songs have remained popular for more than 40 years because they successfully tap into human nature.
Brielle Biermann defends mom Kim Zolciak for profane John Legend tweetMay 5, 2017
Brielle Biermann is defending her mom Kim Zolciak from backlash after The Real Housewives of Atlanta alum posted a profane tweet about her.
'The Bachelorette's Kaitlyn Bristowe and Shawn Booth celebrate "the longest engagement ever" togetherMay 5, 2017
The Bachelorette couple Kaitlyn Bristowe and Shawn Booth certainly have a reason to celebrate.
Kanye West mysteriously deletes Twitter and Instagram as Kim Kardashian launches kids' clothing lineMay 5, 2017
Kanye West is raising eyebrows again, but this time, it's because of what he's not saying.
Ashley McNeely from 'A Shot at Love with Tila Tequila' found dead at age 35May 5, 2017
Ashley McNeely, who competed on A Shot at Love with Tila Tequila, has died at age 35.
Jennifer Lopez on boyfriend Alex Rodriguez: 'He's the best'May 5, 2017
Jennifer Lopez thinks her new boyfriend Alex Rodriguez is "the best."
Kourtney Kardashian steps out with 23-year-old boxer and model Younes BendjimaMay 5, 2017
Kourtney Kardashian is apparently having too much fun to settle down with Scott Disick again.
Jade Roper and husband Tanner Tolbert reveal sex of first babyMay 4, 2017
Jade Roper and husband Tanner Tolbert have revealed whether they are expecting a baby boy or a baby girl.
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West launching kids clothing lineMay 4, 2017
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West will launch a new fashion venture this week.
Miley Cyrus on Liam Hemsworth: "We had to refall for each other" after splitMay 4, 2017
Miley Cyrus says she and Liam Hemsworth had "to refall for each other" after their split in 2013.
Kendall Jenner and A$AP Rocky reportedly secretly dating for a year nowMay 4, 2017
Kendall Jenner has always appreciated her privacy being a member of a very famous family, so it's no surprise she reportedly kept details of her love life under wraps.
Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott's romance reportedly "the real deal"May 3, 2017
Kylie Jenner appears to be officially moved on from her longtime on-again, off-again boyfriend Tyga now that Travis Scott is in the picture.
'Vanderpump Rules' star Scheana Shay: Ex-husband Mike Shay "deserved" to get $50,000 in divorce settlementMay 3, 2017
Scheana Shay said her ex-husband "deserved" to get $50,000 in their divorce settlement.
Kailyn Lowry of 'Teen Mom 2' confirms baby No. 3's fatherMay 3, 2017
Kailyn Lowry went public with baby No. 3's father this week.
Kendall Jenner stuns at Met Gala in barely there dressMay 2, 2017
Kendall Jenner stunned in a barely there dress on the red carpet on Monday evening.
Blake Shelton on Gwen Stefani's injury: "She's getting better"May 2, 2017
Blake Shelton says Gwen Stefani is on the mend after being hospitalized for a ruptured eardrum.
Adam Lambert: Touring with Queen has been "enlightening," I learn a lotMay 2, 2017
Adam Lambert says he is learning a lot -- and not just about music -- from his super-smart Queen bandmates Brian May and Roger Taylor.
'Vanderpump Rules' star Scheana Shay settles divorce from Mike ShayMay 1, 2017
Scheana Shay has reached a settlement in her divorce.
'Flip or Flop's Tarek El Moussa and estranged wife Christina El Moussa attend Daytime Emmy Awards togetherMay 1, 2017
Flip or Flop's Tarek El Moussa and estranged wife Christina El Moussa are putting on a united front despite their ongoing divorce.
Kylie Jenner celebrates Travis Scott's birthday in New YorkMay 1, 2017
Kylie Jenner celebrated rumored new boyfriend Travis Scott's birthday in New York on Sunday.
Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon celebrate their twins' 6th birthdayMay 1, 2017
Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon reunited Sunday to celebrate their twins' sixth birthday.
'Fixer Upper' star Chip Gaines fires back at former Magnolia Realty partners over unexpected lawsuitMay 1, 2017
Fixer Upper star Chip Gaines is firing back at his two former partners in Magnolia Realty who are suing the reality TV star for at least $1 million.
Nick Cannon says Mariah Carey gave birth to 'Fantasy' songMay 1, 2017
Nick Cannon says Mariah Carey gave birth to her hit song "Fantasy."