Matt Said, Jay Said 36-24-36 (ish)

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="MsoNormal">Matt Slurs, Jay Slurs, You have another drink ... </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTRNSw5nKJ91Cqdh7pn-itsKPVOK3pgG7irOkPrBbVkrUfUdQcOmM9nBTWkGV3E433sX9eb7oB-ZSzE3FSMd5-INIyeLdzmQiZwA_SjqPnPK8l8drB8A5Gudh8uEoLo0Mu0tbyHrL0THU/s1600/Cute-Dogs-Puppies.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTRNSw5nKJ91Cqdh7pn-itsKPVOK3pgG7irOkPrBbVkrUfUdQcOmM9nBTWkGV3E433sX9eb7oB-ZSzE3FSMd5-INIyeLdzmQiZwA_SjqPnPK8l8drB8A5Gudh8uEoLo0Mu0tbyHrL0THU/s320/Cute-Dogs-Puppies.jpg" width="230" /></a>Matt: Hellooooooo  Jay: I’m not here<br />Matt: Me neither. <br />Jay: I’m too busy for this. <br />Matt: Me too! <br />Jay: Totally! <br />Matt: Can’t be bothered. <br />Jay: Well, not really. <br />Matt: Yeah, I’ve got time. <br />Jay: Just not this week. <br />Matt: Pretending to do family shit? <br />Jay: Not pretending dude! Family is here. <br />Matt: Even the dogs?<br />Jay: The dogs are here and they’ve taken over! <br />Matt: They’ll take charge of everything if you let them. <br />Jay: We’ve already let them. <br />Matt: That’s kind of sad. <br />Jay: Yeah, but they’re cool dogs. <br />Matt: Well, that’s okay then. <o:p></o:p></div><br /><div class="MsoNormal">Matt: How was your Fourth of July?<br />Jay: Outstanding! Red, White and BBQ! <br />Matt: God Bless America! <br />Jay: Hell yeah! How was yours? <br />Matt: Well, Rally’s was closed. <br />Jay: What??<br />Matt: It’s an outrage, isn’t it!? <br />Jay: They denied good, Christian Americans hamburgers?<br />Matt: On Independence Day no less! <br />Jay: Commie Bastards! <br />Matt: Maybe they should change their name to Khrushchev’s Burgers. <br />Jay: Hey-OOOOOO! <br />Matt: Or Ho Chi Minhute Burgers. <br />Jay: Or Pol Burger Pot! <br />Matt: Leonid Burgzhev! <br />Jay: That was good stuff right there. <br />Matt: No bad. <br />Jay: Especially for two people who aren’t here. <br />Matt: Good point. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0oI0t_VaF-8Pi0kLUEVJE8vbsRfvI4-V4Ip3ORM9Mv44LU5Pc2gHDAIhZlfcgaQPIikadE79uRObuqv9N2A9tO0791ABSgFC3dqu5Lq6QEEdGzM7HrhJn-D5CsBGhLAdJvEI-1Hjo26E/s1600/emily-ratajkowski-nude-bikini-boobs-hot.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0oI0t_VaF-8Pi0kLUEVJE8vbsRfvI4-V4Ip3ORM9Mv44LU5Pc2gHDAIhZlfcgaQPIikadE79uRObuqv9N2A9tO0791ABSgFC3dqu5Lq6QEEdGzM7HrhJn-D5CsBGhLAdJvEI-1Hjo26E/s400/emily-ratajkowski-nude-bikini-boobs-hot.jpg" width="248" /></a>Jay: So this week’s show? Matt: What about it? <br />Jay: Got any ideas? <br />Matt: Well, I was thinking. <br />Jay: Oh dear. <br />Matt: No, it’s fine. <br />Jay: Okay <br />Matt: We could just wing it! <br />Jay: We could! <br />Matt: We’ll just hang out and shoot the breeze. <br />Jay: We’ll be live without a net! <br />Matt: Just like a Wallenda. <br />Jay: Pfft .. We’ll show Wallenda how it’s done. <br />Matt: We’ll talk about week <br />Jay: And out All-American 4^th of July activities. <br />Matt: Yeah, stuff like that. <br />Jay: And whatever else we think of. <br />Matt: We’ve got the talent to do it! <br />Jay: Probably. <br />Matt: It’ll be HUGE! <br />Jay: Less prep = better show<br />Matt: That’s the way it works. <br />Jay: Okay, we’re ready. <br />Matt: Always! <o:p></o:p></div><br /><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">Be sure to catch <a href="http://www.blogtalkradio.com/im-with-stupid/2013/07/07/matt-and-jay-live">Matt and Jay LIVE</a> this Sunday on I’m With Stupid at 12 Noon ET! <o:p></o:p></div><br /><div class="MsoNormal"><br /><!--[endif]--><o:p></o:p></div></div>

Matt Said, Jay Said 36-24-36 (ish)

Matt Slurs, Jay Slurs, You have another drink ...  Matt: Hellooooooo  Jay: I’m not here Matt: Me neither. Jay: I’m too busy for this. Matt: ...

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FB challenge ...... I DID IT!

So, as mentioned, ever 100 likes on my facebook page then I will randomly draw one name and they can choose a 20 minute workout for me to try.  Unfortunately, I took video in pieces with my cell phone and my photo shop is not recognizing the file - grrrrrrrrrr  I'll keep trying to put it together to post.<br /><br />Anyway, Theresa Gibbs Schrock's challenge was for me to do the treadmill at 3.0 speed and an incline at 2.00.  Now, my normal is about 2.5 and 0 incline.  I have to say, it was tough.  I know many will say, "ah, that's easy!"  But, it wasn't easy for me.  You have to remember I am someone who is extremely overweight with little to no fitness activity.  So, it was brutal.  I got down to the last 5 minutes and I did not think I was going to make it.  I almost quit.  Being competitive, I couldn't fail my first challenge.  My back started cramping, but I pushed through.  I'll never be so glad to see the last 10 seconds come and go!<br /><br />Today, I made a trip to the store (BORING) right after the workout.  My body was tired ha!  After that, one of my besties called and invited me over to layout and grill and watch a movie.  I ate 2 chicken legs (shhhh - the most I've eaten in a while) but it was sooo good.  I also had a vinaigrette coleslaw salad.  So, considering my calorie intake already for the day (very little), I figured I could afford an extra chicken leg!  :)  <br /><br />I as excited because I put on a maxi dress that was really tight through the tummy last year and this year it fit nice.  One of my long time friends I grew up with, Terah Cobb Aultman, actually gave me her own little challenge, she bought this cute white sequined Michael Kohrs dress before she lost all her weight, which is still MANY sizes smaller than where I am now ha!  It has never been worn, still has the tags on.  She posted a picture on my facebook and said basically if I can get in it at some point, it's mine.  OH YEAH BABY!  I love me some MK!<br /><br />Over all a good day.  I accomplished my challenge and ended the day with the bestie.  I am now home, getting ready for another full day tomorrow.<br /><br />I will try to get this video posted.  Next time, I will use my video camera vs. the cell phone!!  <br /><br />THANKS THERESA for participating.<br /><br />Now everyone - Get me to 200 likes and another one of you will get to pick!!!!!<br /><br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/BelviqDailyPersonal?fref=ts">https://www.facebook.com/BelviqDailyPersonal?fref=ts</a><br /><br />

FB challenge ...... I DID IT!

So, as mentioned, ever 100 likes on my facebook page then I will randomly draw one name and they can choose a 20 minute workout for me to tr...

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The Lone Ranger: The mild, mild West

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><b><i>The Lone Ranger</i> </b></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><b>(2013) • <a href="http://trailers.apple.com/trailers/disney/theloneranger/" style="color: #27a9c5; text-decoration: none;">View trailer</a></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><b> </b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><b>Two stars. Rating: PG-13, for intense action violence and suggested gore</b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span></span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><b>By <a href="http://www.blogger.com/profile/12885694730612878577" style="color: #27a9c5; text-decoration: none;">Derrick Bang</a> • </b></span>Originally published in <i><a href="http://www.davisenterprise.com/" style="color: #27a9c5; text-decoration: none;">The Davis Enterprise</a></i>, 7.5.13</b></span></span></span></span></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <o:OfficeDocumentSettings> <o:AllowPNG/> </o:OfficeDocumentSettings></xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:WordDocument> <w:Zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:TrackMoves>false</w:TrackMoves> <w:TrackFormatting/> <w:PunctuationKerning/> <w:DrawingGridHorizontalSpacing>18 pt</w:DrawingGridHorizontalSpacing> <w:DrawingGridVerticalSpacing>18 pt</w:DrawingGridVerticalSpacing> <w:DisplayHorizontalDrawingGridEvery>0</w:DisplayHorizontalDrawingGridEvery> <w:DisplayVerticalDrawingGridEvery>0</w:DisplayVerticalDrawingGridEvery> <w:ValidateAgainstSchemas/> <w:SaveIfXMLInvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:IgnoreMixedContent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:Compatibility> <w:BreakWrappedTables/> <w:DontGrowAutofit/> <w:DontAutofitConstrainedTables/> <w:DontVertAlignInTxbx/> </w:Compatibility> </w:WordDocument></xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:LatentStyles DefLockedState="false" LatentStyleCount="276"> </w:LatentStyles></xml><![endif]--> <!--[if gte mso 10]><style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ascii-font-family:Cambria; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family:Cambria; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;} </style><![endif]--> <!--StartFragment--> <br /><div class="MsoNormalCxSpFirst"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The best that can be said for this fiasco, is that it’s marginally superior to director William A. Fraker’s leaden, charmless 1981 film, <i>The Legend of the Lone Ranger</i>.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">But that’s damning with <i>very</i>faint praise.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDwU1YzZ7KG-TtIWqjB5Zx-is2ZYgbMKz-PvSW8BRmZw9vo-e0fY5sb8rO2wf3v3u1jNC9zZV-JCPXMkiMjqkoYPEjRIlp9RMyVUwEO1BAl9mSb59EAuIg9EwwZeNl1VvjKpXAcklLKLg/s504/Lone+Ranger+blog.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="265" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDwU1YzZ7KG-TtIWqjB5Zx-is2ZYgbMKz-PvSW8BRmZw9vo-e0fY5sb8rO2wf3v3u1jNC9zZV-JCPXMkiMjqkoYPEjRIlp9RMyVUwEO1BAl9mSb59EAuIg9EwwZeNl1VvjKpXAcklLKLg/s400/Lone+Ranger+blog.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;">Having failed to persuade a Comanche tribe that war with the neighboring white-man<br />settlement is a bad idea, Tonto (Johnny Depp, left) and the Lone Ranger (Armie<br />Hammer) are left in a painfully vulnerable position. And it's about to get worse, when<br />scorpions come calling...</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Chief among that earlier film’s many flaws was the block-of-wood “performance” from no-name star Klinton Spilsbury, in (thank God) his only big-screen appearance. Michael Horse, as Tonto, acted circles around him.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">But pretty much everything else was wrong, as well; even the usually dependable John Barry turned in a listless score that was marred further by a pokey, half-speed rendition of “The William Tell Overture” — the Lone Ranger’s iconic theme — that brought the already sluggish drama to a dead stop.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So I give composer Hans Zimmer credit for his spirited, cheer-inducing handling of “The William Tell Overture” during this new film’s climax, and I credit director Gore Verbinski for knowing how best to use it. Kudos, as well, to Verbinski and special-effects supervisors Tim Alexander and Gary Brozenich, for two audacious train chases: a good one to open the film, and a dog-nuts-sensational one to close it.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">But pretty much everything else is wrong.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">For openers, this clumsy, overcooked mess runs a butt-numbing 149 minutes: a “privilege” Verbinski apparently earned because his similarly bloated <i>Pirates of the Caribbean</i> entries have made a gazillion bucks for Disney. Mind you, length is fine if the script demands it, but that’s far from the case here; as my watch’s illuminated dial ticked off the minutes — depressingly slowly — toward the two-hour mark, I desperately hoped we were about to wrap things up ... but no, the slog continued, mercilessly, for another half-hour.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The major problem is that Verbinski and his scripters — Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio and Justin Haythe — can’t decide what sort of movie to make. On the one hand, they more-or-less attempt to honor the existing Lone Ranger mythos, as established by the popular radio series (1933-54) and TV series (1949-57). I appreciate the effort, half-hearted though it may be.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">On the other hand, they blend this often grim drama with the sort of jokey, slapstick tone that marked the <i>Pirates</i> series ... no surprise there, since Elliott and Rossio wrote all four entries in that franchise. No surprise, as well, that Johnny Depp’s Tonto is the same sort of mincing, scowling, alternate-reality caricature that the actor made of Capt. Jack Sparrow. The only difference is that Tonto isn’t ever drunk ... although the film’s scripters flirt with that notion, as well.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><a name='more'></a><br /> <div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">These two extremes of tone simply don’t work; at times, the mix becomes deeply offensive. The film’s low point — and it’s a ghastly, horrifying miscalculation — comes when an entire Comanche tribe is slaughtered by a corrupt U.S. Cavalry captain and his Gatling gun-toting soldiers. Moments later, our heroes crack wise as usual, and events proceed in that farcical fashion, as if nothing significant has occurred.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The Comanches aren’t mentioned again, despite their relevance to Tonto’s back-story. Hey, what’s a few hundred dead Injuns, right?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Thoroughly, reprehensibly tasteless.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Enduring that sequence and its aftermath, in the moment, I couldn’t believe Disney had signed off on it. Days later, I <i>still</i> can’t believe it.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Heinous though it is, that’s merely an isolated incident. The bigger, ongoing problem concerns this film’s depiction of John Reid — the Lone Ranger — who is played by Armie Hammer as a prissy fop, idealistic far beyond the point of absurdity, and utterly incapable of doing or saying the right thing. He is, in short, an irredeemable fool: a clown who exists solely to serve as a foil for Depp’s Tonto.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">No fault of Hammer’s; he was directed this way. Indeed, he’s quite convincing as an imbecilic, bumbling, starry-eyed näif.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Until, that is, he has to shift gears so that Reid can truly, seriously mourn the loss of a brother who is murdered — and has his heart cut out and <i>eaten</i> — by this story’s key villain. Suddenly, Hammer’s otherwise dainty performance doesn’t seem so amusing. Nor is it as successful.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I simply cannot understand why modern filmmakers find it necessary to defecate on the carefully cultivated legacy — sometimes generations in the making — of characters who mean a great deal to fans who grew up with them, back in the day. Why irritate the people who care — the acolytes who will recognize the name, and expect a certain fidelity toward folklore — when it would be easier, and safer, to simply invent <i>new</i> characters, and establish <i>new</i> traditions?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The notoriously campy big-screen revivals of <i>I Spy</i> and <i>Wild, Wild West</i> — as two examples — were shameful financial duds, driving a stake through the possibility of any serious remakes. This new debacle — call it Verbinski’s Folly — is equally disgraceful, and I hope Disney posts a whopping financial loss on its (reported) $250 million budget.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">To cases, then:<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The film unfolds in the fashion of <i>The Princess Bride,</i> as a fable related to an impressionable young listener. We begin in San Francisco, during the Depression, as a young boy (Mason Cook, suitably wide-eyed) visits the “Wild West” exhibit in a large carnival. Pausing at a display case showing a wizened Native American “in his natural habitat,” the boy is astonished to see the statue’s eyes flicker. Indeed, this is a very, <i>very</i> old Tonto, who is deeply moved by the kid’s cowboy outfit and black domino mask.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And, so, Tonto tells his story.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We move backward to 1869, as residents of the small Texas town of Colby cheer when railroad baron Latham Cole (Tom Wilkinson) enthusiastically proclaims that the “iron horse” soon will connect their community — and the entire United States — from sea to shining sea. First, though, there’s an old matter to deal with: the proper hanging of notorious outlaw Burch Cavendish (William Fichtner, grimy down to his blackened teeth), soon to arrive by train.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The local rangers, led by Dan Reid (James Badge Dale), ride out to meet the train. Conveniently, its passengers include Reid’s younger brother, John, returning after years of absence, during which he has become an idealistic, big-city lawyer.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Also on the train, locked up alongside Cavendish: Tonto ... for reasons of his own.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Cavendish manages to escape, with help from his outlaw gang. Dan mounts a posse that John insists on joining, much to the consternation of Rebecca (Ruth Wilson), married to Dan but apparently still carrying a torch for John. Her son, Danny (Bryant Prince), is understandably confused by his mother’s behavior.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">(We wonder, throughout this entire film, if Danny actually is John’s son. The question remains unresolved.)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Things subsequently go very, very bad; there’s a reason John Reid subsequent adopts a new identity as the <i>lone</i>ranger. He owes his rescue to Tonto, whose generosity comes reluctantly, and only because a wild white stallion — regarded as an intelligent, mystical spirit — “chooses” John for greater things.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This majestic beast steals the film (not all that difficult, considering). Silver, far more intelligent than either John or Tonto, has a disconcerting tendency to appear in treetops, or on the roof of a burning barn. Reid’s new mount also is utterly fearless, whether galloping amid gunfire or (ahem) atop a moving train, leaping from one car to the next.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When Tonto mutters “Something very wrong with that horse,” we can’t help laughing ... because, actually, something is very <i>right</i>. Silver’s various antics are masterminded by horse-wrangler Bobby Lovgren, who worked similar magic in <i>Seabiscuit</i> and <i><a href="http://derrickbang.blogspot.com/2011/12/war-horse-truly-incredible-journey.html">War Horse</a></i>. As a result, Silver displays far more personality than his two-legged co-stars.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Anyway, the chase is on, and on ... and on. Tonto and the Lone Ranger get caught, escape, get caught again, escape again. They bicker, make up, bicker again. Cavendish gets caught again, and <i>he</i> escapes again. Over and over and over. Meanwhile, Cole makes smarmy advances toward Rebecca, who is understandably wary.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Sidebar characters enter the mix: Barry Pepper, as the morally challenged Cavalry officer; and Helena Bonham Carter, actually quite amusing as Red Harrington, a peg-legged madam whose scrimshaw-adorned false limb conceals a rather lethal gun. We’re told that Red lost her leg to Cavendish, with a further implication that he may have eaten it. (<i>Such</i> palatable details, in this story.)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">No question, Depp’s shifty-eyed performance can be quite funny at times. His double-takes are superbly timed, and he gets considerable mileage from a variety of scowls: doubtful, bewildering, angry, playful. We wait for Tonto to crack a smile; I’m not sure it ever actually happens ... and that, too, is amusing.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Far less amusing — indeed, tedious — is the amount of time Tonto spends “feeding” the dead crow that adorns his headpiece. Not even the Monty Python gang would have beaten a pallid joke to death so relentlessly.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Fichtner is memorably nightmarish: every inch a loathsome villain. Wilkinson is sinister in his own right, on the level of a slow burn; we wonder, throughout, what he’s actually up to. Dale’s Dan Reid is the story’s most credibly “real” character: a decent man whose passing we mourn deeply.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Bonham Carter’s Red Harrington is a hoot, but Pepper can’t begin to navigate the ethical extremes assigned to his character. The members of Cavendish’s gang aren’t allowed to display much personality, and therefore remain anonymous blobs. Rebecca is similarly ill-defined; Wilson’s performance is so muted that she seems to be in a drug-induced haze (actually true only once).<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Things are pretty bad when the stand-out characters are a horse and the kid listening to this saga unfold. And they can’t begin to sustain a 149-minute movie.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Nobody can. Nobody does. <i>The Lone Ranger</i> is a clumsy, badly directly and atrociously scripted slog.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When radio audiences heard the Lone Ranger shout “Hi-yo, Silver ... away!” — back in the day — they knew an exciting riding sequence was about to take place. It’s too bad this film’s Silver couldn’t have dragged Verbinski, the writers and most of the cast far, far away ... thus sparing us the need to sit through this dud.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><!--EndFragment-->

2013 Armie Hammer Barry Pepper fantasy Helena Bonham Carter James Badge Dale Johnny Depp Ruth Wilson Tom Wilkinson Western William Fichtner The Lone Ranger: The mild, mild West

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Q soda review!

<div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><br /></span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Hot weather got you parched and need a cold drink to cool down with!?</span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><br /></span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Quench your thirst with these refreshingly delicious hand crafted sodas from <a href="http://qdrinks.com/">Q sodas</a> .</span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><br /></span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><i>I was sent some for review and the flavors they sent were:</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Kola:</span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><br /></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SRmFCXLEtZ8/UddnFMpLZBI/AAAAAAAAIno/OFQsxcF7MnA/s1600/13+-+1" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SRmFCXLEtZ8/UddnFMpLZBI/AAAAAAAAIno/OFQsxcF7MnA/s320/13+-+1" width="320" /></span></i></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><br /></span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Refreshing kola taste that will help you beat the summer heat</span></i>! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Ginger:</span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"> I'm not really much of a ginger type of person when it comes to drinks but this soda really did taste good! Tastes like a ginger ale!! </span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><br /></span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Tonic:</span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><br /></span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">What I love about this is you can mix it with any drink such as alcoholic beverages or orange juice and even cranberry!</span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><br /></span></i><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><i>Other flavors they have are :</i></span><br /><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><i><br /></i></span><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><i>Club</i></span><br /><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><i>Lemon</i></span><br /><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><i>Grapefruit </i></span><br /><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><i>Orange </i></span><br /><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><i><br /></i></span><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><i>I have seen them at whole foods market! </i></span><br /><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><i><br /></i></span><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><i>I love the old fashioned classy look of the bottles! </i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><i>Be sure to check them out on the web here.</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><i>Website:</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><i><a href="http://qdrinks.com/">http://qdrinks.com/</a></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Also like them on Facebook </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Facebook:</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/QDrinks">https://www.facebook.com/QDrinks</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><br /></span></div>

Q soda review!

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Trip to the dentist!

On the recommendation of a colleague I signed up with a dentist close to my new house. <br><div><br></div><div>The Beechwood Dental clinic is a short walk from my house close to the Luas Station.</div><div><br></div><div>I had a check up with Dr. Alex Creavin who took X-Rays and photographs of my teeth.  He then talked me through my teeth.  I've only ever had 2 fillings in my whole life but he reckoned one needed to be replaced as it was possibly leeching(?).  The two fillings I have are silver but he offered me the choice of having the replacement in silver or white.  After listening to the pros and cons of silver versus white, I still didn't know which to choose. Luckily I was able to text my dentist friends in the States and was advised to go with the tooth colored fillings.  I have an appointment to get this done in 2 weeks time.</div><div><br></div><div>I also made an appointment with the hygienist for a clean after the filling.  </div><div><br></div><div>Dr. Creavin then talked me through what toothpaste and floss he recommended.  He also strongly suggested I use an electric toothbrush with a soft to medium brush head.  I popped in to Boots on the way home and bought some supplies to keep my teeth clean.</div><div><br></div><div>When I am next at the clinic I hopefully will also get to talk to the orthodontist.  My retainer badly needs replacing and Dr. Creavin showed me more modern types than my old metal type that will also help with my teeth grinding. I think a new retainer is a worthwhile investment.</div><div><br></div><div>Colgate Total Toothpaste</div><div>Fluorigard mouth wash (I think this was recommended because of the high fluoride content)</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUYkLjT0gbVukROHY2UdBzVqANQFnQJWI9r1dT8mTmy-OkDRjjlLh7OtBYKF2CIVBNKJrn0I8SiH-1KiyRXe6TbEMKoA15jty8LhMLDR3TjxYzCQfc0ztchg8uY30mVMunj2Q_7zJpdH0g/s640/blogger-image-315353295.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUYkLjT0gbVukROHY2UdBzVqANQFnQJWI9r1dT8mTmy-OkDRjjlLh7OtBYKF2CIVBNKJrn0I8SiH-1KiyRXe6TbEMKoA15jty8LhMLDR3TjxYzCQfc0ztchg8uY30mVMunj2Q_7zJpdH0g/s640/blogger-image-315353295.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">This is the floss that was recommended by the dentist - it doesn't fray!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihFfKUgN-Ftp_S1uTiALlDOyZq4Nj_-BKD2OhZAVObzpW6y24fcSte79yYtpTRoEbXjsoViSMG0l55wQ-lmdD1pXMHca-rfayt1XqaJOX-QSoPIpTJSauBDzUydsxKxOPkGgWKSmp47Ejd/s640/blogger-image-1303069110.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihFfKUgN-Ftp_S1uTiALlDOyZq4Nj_-BKD2OhZAVObzpW6y24fcSte79yYtpTRoEbXjsoViSMG0l55wQ-lmdD1pXMHca-rfayt1XqaJOX-QSoPIpTJSauBDzUydsxKxOPkGgWKSmp47Ejd/s640/blogger-image-1303069110.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">My new electric toothbrush!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh40twE2_lNuD9xR134AtmKI2BAOoi3ay8Ut6swQYZlQISJiCqByU89vHZpEMLWttBvGqvYNY5oOTsg34rGy1UC3_p354GEThyphenhyphenFOqXgglzz8NAb-GJW5WiHjv613FS12msquC6UST1Pn8r_/s640/blogger-image--1186871847.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh40twE2_lNuD9xR134AtmKI2BAOoi3ay8Ut6swQYZlQISJiCqByU89vHZpEMLWttBvGqvYNY5oOTsg34rGy1UC3_p354GEThyphenhyphenFOqXgglzz8NAb-GJW5WiHjv613FS12msquC6UST1Pn8r_/s640/blogger-image--1186871847.jpg"></a></div><br><br><br></div>

Trip to the dentist!

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Evaluating Bee Pollen Energy Claims

<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>By Lila Barry</div><br /><br /> <div class='uawarticle'>There ate many people who believe that bee pollen energy is a benefit of ingesting this product of the hive. They are not all retailers of this super food, either. Nutritionists, natural food enthusiasts, personal trainers, athletes, and cancer victims are among those who attest to the benefits of the nutrient-packed substance.<br /> <br /> Composed of pollen from thousands of blossoms that the bees mix with nectar and saliva, this natural product is over a third protein, vital for larvae who will rapidly grow into adult bees. The honeybee is noted for never-ceasing activity, so it needs a good start in life more than most creatures. Bee pollen is one of nature's super foods.<br /> <br /> In the perfect design of natural symbiosis, bees visit flower after flower, drinking nectar and catching the reproductive dust on the hairs of their legs. This DNA-carrying dust rubs off on other blossoms, completing the vital process of pollination. When the bee gets back to the hive, it will busily clean off the remaining dust and store it away as food for baby bees.<br /> <br /> Fortunately for all, the bees collect far more of this life-carrying substance than the hive needs. Beekeepers install special collecting devices at the entrances of hives to remove some of the dust before the bees enter. Other pollen is collected from the hive, having already been processed by the bees into a dense nutritional food. The 'dirty honey' at the bottom of the hive is not clouded by bee waste but full of this life-giving dust; it is thought to be one reason for the longevity of some rural peoples, who sell their pure honey and use the less-desired but far richer remainder.<br /> <br /> Like with many other nutritional products, some consumers might reap great benefits from taking this natural food. People with a high need for B vitamins or whose daily diet is poor in nutrients might feel a real difference. Someone with a more balanced and complete diet might not notice a significant surge of energy or an increased sense of well-being. Both individuals, however, will be eating a nutritionally-packed, natural substance that is one of nature's 'perfect foods'.<br /> <br /> Stress of any kind, whether it is physical exertion, mental overload, or related to illness, can drain your body of vital nutrients. Most people do not eat the quality of food that replenishes this kind of adrenal exhaustion. A dense nutritional product like bee pollen can mean the difference between maintaining or restoring health and continuing to see your health decline.<br /> <br /> It is important to select a product that has not been denatured during processing. High heat or chemical treatments can rob even the most perfect natural food of its goodness. Testing of the product after processing can allow the producer to assure consumers that they will get all the benefits of this super food.<br /> <br /> <A href="http://www.x2zero.com">Bee pollen energy</A> is a result of the high nutritional value of this natural food substance. If you are battling illness, exerting yourself physically in an intense training program, working overtime, or just want to feel better and stay healthy, check out what the beehive can offer.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawresource'><br /> <div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br /> About the Author:<br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawlinks'>This worthwhile website <a href="http://www.x2zero.com">www.x2zero.com</a> has the newest information on bee pollen energy that people want to know about. Just use the following link to reach the site at http://www.x2zero.com.</div><br /> </div><br />

Evaluating Bee Pollen Energy Claims

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The Psychology Of Weight Loss - Challenges And Tips

<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>By Gina Toulise</div><br /><br /> <div class='uawarticle'>It is never easy for someone to lose weight. If you perform a quick search online on how to lose weight, you will find a ton of websites that will tell you how to lose weight and even make it appear simple. But that is far from the truth. It takes a lot of concentrated effort, a healthy attitude, and determination to make losing weight possible. It is essential to have a support network if you are serious about losing weight.<br /> <br /> We will be going over some of the serious issues that people have when they are in the process of losing weight, and offering some advice on dealing with these issues.<br /> <br /> 1. Keeping positive in your mind<br /> <br /> To lose weight, having the proper attitude is critical to success. It is common for negative thoughts to pop into one's head like 'what if it is too hard?' or 'this is not for me'. When someone really tries and puts in their full effort, then true gains can be made in time. We all have these nagging thoughts, but when you see the effects from your weight loss plan materialize, the negative thoughts will go away and positive thoughts will emerge. It is also essential to bear in mind that the changes you need to make to your diet and the amount of exercise that is required every week can be a daunting thought, especially because this will be a completely new routine for you. Try some self talk and always think of what you want to achieve and this should get you on your way to healthy weight loss.<br /> <br /> 2. Set some goals<br /> <br /> Everyone has goals they want to achieve, no matter where they are in life. Be it our regular job or even our life plan, there are certain things that we all wish to achieve. It's a similar thing when attempting to lose weight. It is essential to set realistic goals and not unrealistic ones like losing 10 kilograms in weight in just a few days. This can be unhealthy. If you're struggling to set goals, it is always worthwhile speaking to a dietician or even a personal trainer as they can guide you in the right direction.<br /> <br /> 3. Keep a clear head<br /> <br /> When we attempt to accomplish any achievement in life, there are going to be some bumps in the road. This can include, but is not limited to, financial stress, family issues and even health issues. Many people find that exercise is a form of escape from these stresses. Keep your eye on the goal, and do your best to stay away from things that could be distracting. If you want to lose weight and you're determined to do so, nothing should stop you.<br /> <br /> 4. Support networks are important <br /> <br /> One of the best ways to lose weight is to avoid attempting it by yourself and having a 'weight loss partner' is possible. Don't go with anyone who isn't fully determined to follow though because they could negatively affect your own progress. <br /> <br /> Synopsis<br /> <br /> Diet and exercise are important, but there is much more to the process of weight loss. In order to achieve your goals, having some emotional support is good, and a positive mind-frame will make it much easier. The techniques that we have listed here will do a lot to get you started on the road to weight loss, and to get the body you would like to have. <br /> <br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawresource'><br /> <div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br /> About the Author:<br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawlinks'>See <a href="http://iapam.com/iapams-position-statement-on-using-hcg-for-weight-loss.html">www.IAPAM.com</a> for all your aesthetic medicine needs. Or, <a href="http://iapam.com/botox-training">click to read more </a> about aesthetic training here.</div><br /> </div><br />

The Psychology Of Weight Loss - Challenges And Tips

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Reasons For The Popularity Of Botox Treatments

<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>By Francise Annikan</div><br /><br /> <div class='uawarticle'>While the words 'botulinum toxin' can sound like something out of a Stephen King novel, it is in fact considered one of the most popular and amazing advances in cosmetic medicine of the 21st century. The popularity of botox is increasing steadily for both women and men, and they are enjoying the benefits of these treatments equally. There are clinics out there that report that half of their patients are actually men. Newspapers have articles almost every day about some celebrity having had a face lift or a brow lift or a similar botox procedure.<br /> <br /> These are not the only choices in cosmetic medicine nowadays. Cosmetic clinics have many kinds of treatments available, including the more common forms such as plastic surgery and dermal fillers. But why is it that botox remains the most popular treatment?<br /> <br /> There were a lot more skeptics when botox was first being used for cosmetic purposes several years back. But things have changed dramatically in the recent years, and procedures have become a lot more refined and accurate. The rise in popularity is because of a variety of factors:<br /> <br /> 1. It is simple to perform<br /> <br /> There are specific programs that train physicians to administer botox injections. State boards in the United States have provided regulations that medical staff must complete in order to administer injections of botox. Once training is complete, it is a fairly simple and straightforward procedure to perform that does not require any special preparation or admission to hospital. Due to this, it has become a very common solution for those who are looking for cosmetic treatments.<br /> <br /> 2. The price is actually pretty low<br /> <br /> The expense of cosmetic treatments is usually the major stumbling block for a patient. Plastic surgery is much more expensive than botox injections, so patients choose this option more.<br /> <br /> 3. It can be performed quickly<br /> <br /> The injection site is a main factor in determining the duration of the treatment, but for the most part, it only takes several minutes to administer. Basically, most people show up at the office, get a few quick injections and are back to their day in no time.<br /> <br /> 4. Treatments do not need much preparation at all<br /> <br /> Botox injections can be done without much planning, but plastic surgery requires people to fast overnight, and have anaesthesia administered, which increases risks. <br /> <br /> 5. The effects of the treatment are immediate and significant<br /> <br /> Patients seem to be almost universally satisfied with the treatments as they take no time to show results, and the enhancement is quite significant.<br /> <br /> Conclusion<br /> <br /> As it is evident, there are a number of reasons why more and more people prefer botox injections these days, making it a popular cosmetic treatment. The dream of younger looking skin devoid of fine lines and wrinkles is now easily achievable!<br /> <br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawresource'><br /> <div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br /> About the Author:<br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawlinks'>Get <a href="http://iapam.com/botoxtraining">Botox certified </a>with the IAPAM. Find all you need to know about facial aesthetics at <a href="http://iapam.com/laser-training">www.iapam.com</a>.</div><br /> </div><br />

Reasons For The Popularity Of Botox Treatments

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3 Best Exercises For Weight Loss

<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>By Shana Taylor</div><br /><br /> <div class='uawarticle'>Regular exercise is the key to getting the most out of your weight loss program. Although exercise is one of the key components of a weight loss plan many are uncertain of the types of exercise right for their needs.<br /> <br /> There are many different opinions on the best exercise to lose weight. It can depend on a variety of factors.<br /> <br /> Although there is no one size fits all exercise, three exercises that work for weight loss are:<br /> <br /> A Brisk Walk<br /> <br /> If you are struggling with developing an exercise routine to go along with your weight loss plan, start with something simple like walking.<br /> <br /> One of the benefits of walking is that it does not require you to purchase any special equipment. Although it is recommended you wear a good pair of shoes that support your feet well.<br /> <br /> Walking works well because you can start out slow and increase your pace with each day to burn more calories.<br /> <br /> Walking and exercise in general will not only improve your health but it can dramatically reduce your chances of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and can also help lower cholesterol.<br /> <br /> Aerobic Dance<br /> <br /> Dancing is a fun aerobic exercise that can help you lose weight and get in shape. With aerobic dance, you can burn anywhere from 200 calories to 1000 calories in an hour. It all Depends on the type and the intensity of the workout you chose.<br /> <br /> There are other health benefits related to dancing as well. These include reducing stress levels, lowering blood pressure and increasing energy.<br /> <br /> To get the most out of your exercise program, workout at a minimum of three times per week for 30 plus minutes. Five times weekly is highly recommended.<br /> <br /> Swimming Laps<br /> <br /> Taking a few laps in a pool is a great way to lose weight and tone your body.<br /> <br /> Swimming works a wide range of muscles in the upper and lower body which makes it an ideal exercise for weight loss and health.<br /> <br /> For better and faster results add in a healthy meal plan to complement your exercise routine.<br /> <br /> When doing any type of exercise, it is important to do warm up exercises before starting and cool down exercising when finished.<br /> <br /> The key to losing weight and getting fit is to stop procrastinating and get started. Using either one or a combination of these three exercises will put you on the path to a slimmer and healthier you.<br /> <br /> At the end of the day only you can determine the best exercise to lose weight. Do something that challenges you but you enjoy enough to stick with long term.<br /> <br /> Prior to starting a weight loss program it is important to check with your physician to obtain his or her approval first.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawresource'><br /> <div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br /> About the Author:<br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawlinks'>Get the <a href="http://worksbodywrap.myitworks.com/Shop/Product/507">skinny wrap</a> a box of 4 wraps is $59 for <a href="http://bodywrap101.com/save-money-loyal-customer-perks-benefits/">loyal customer discount</a></div><br /> </div><br />

3 Best Exercises For Weight Loss

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Effective Fat Loss Strategies

<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>By Alisa Paille</div><br /><br /> <div class='uawarticle'>Some of the several different methods to lose body fat include burning, losing and also suctioning excess fat. And just as many are the drugs, health supplements, diet plans, as well as surgical procedures in order to get rid of extra fat. Some of these approaches just mentioned are beneficial, and some might even be unsafe. To lose weight naturally and maintain it that way, there are methods which are pain-free, affordable or even free at all, and easy to do once used to the regimen.<br /> <br /> The only thing natural ways to burn fat needs from you for this strategy to be truly efficient is complete perseverance and determination. It is not necessary to completely change the way of life you're used to, but change is still a big part of it. After all, there is a huge chance that if you are obese, it's because of your habits which are less than healthy. It's thus important that you get rid of your unhealthy habits completely if not a huge percentage of it so that you'll lose those extra fats for good.<br /> <br /> One way to aid you burn the excess fat in your body in a natural way is by simply eating a well-balanced diet. A well balanced diet is always necessary for every exercise and dieting program to become efficient. A well-balanced diet contains fruits, vegetables, along with starchy kinds of foods. Your body will get vitamins and minerals from these kinds of foods.<br /> <br /> Food made of starch, specifically varieties of it, must compose one third of the amount of food you consume each day. Fruits, veggies, and starchy foods will give your body vitality including fiber, B complex vitamins, iron, and calcium, that are all important components for a well-balanced diet. Obviously, refined foods, such as fast foods must be eliminated from your diet immediately because these types of foods only contain empty calories which will do nothing good to your body and desire to become thinner. In fact, eating junk foods, which contain lots of sodium and sugar, will only cause you to crave eating more of them, thus increasing your excess fat and weight.<br /> <br /> Carbs, on the other hand, particularly the good kinds are very beneficial for those who want to slim down. It is highly likely that you have heard carbs being bad for those trying to shed weight. But that is the contrary to the impact of carbs. Carbohydrates have high levels of fiber and they will give your body vitality along with keep you full until your next meals. As a result, if you eat the right amounts of carbs, you're less likely to crave for snack foods or experience hunger in-between meals. Nevertheless, at night, because there's less need for energy, it's thus advisable to lessen the amount of carbs during dinnertime. Brown rice, couscous, and multigrain bread are just a few of the many healthy kinds of food made of starch you can eat.<br /> <br /> Now we'll talk about exercise. A few times each week, after you wake up in the morning, perform aerobic workouts including running and swimming for about 20 minutes. This will efficiently burn body fat after the body has used up all the foods you ate the past day for your energy at night.<br /> <br /> If you need an exercise, though, that will make you lose weight and keep it that way; you should also be doing strength/weight training workouts. Muscles are metabolic, and they need energy. And one kind of energy is excess fat. So you can feed your muscle tissues your extra body fat in order to become slimmer.<br /> <br /> The great thing about strength/weight training physical exercises is that these won't only slim you down; it'll also shape up your body so you'll appear much better than just being slim. Cardio exercises, on the other hand, may aid lose fat, but you will just be plain slim. You'll also need to work out harder with cardiovascular exercises to keep a slim figure in comparison to weight/strength training exercises since the muscle tissues developed from the latter kind of exercises aid you burn body fats. Do strength/weight training exercises three times each week so you can have a thinner figure and toned muscles.<br /> <br /> So, for you to eventually lose those excess body fats and maintain your slim figure, have a well-balanced meal plan and routinely do the appropriate workouts.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawresource'><br /> <div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br /> About the Author:<br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawlinks'>If you need extra details on <a href="http://myfatlossfactorreview.org/how-to-lose-weight-naturally/">how can you loss weight fast</a>, then you're always welcome to check out the author's website at <a href="http://myfatlossfactorreview.org">http://www.myfatlossfactorreview.org</a></div><br /> </div><br />

Effective Fat Loss Strategies

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Can High Intensity Interval Training Be Used To Build Lean Muscle?

<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>By Russ Hollywood</div><br /><br /> <div class='uawarticle'>Unless you have been living under a rock for the last three-to-four years, you have probably already heard about high intensity interval training. However, one of the biggest questions surrounding this training method is quite difficult to find an honest answer to - can you build lean muscle with it or is it reserved for fat loss workouts?<br /> <br /> The old approach, of course, is to do a resistance session and then jump on a bike for some light cardiovascular work to get yourself into the so-called 'fat burning zone'. []<br /> <br /> If you are trying to gain size you can get fooled into believing you only need to work hard on the weights, or that cardio work is dull and boring. However, recent studies show that muscle gains were massively increased thanks to the incorporation of HIIT into weekly resistance workouts in place of dull, regular cardiovascular activity.<br /> <br /> You read that correctly - performing a HIIT workout has been proven by modern science to burn off more calories and promote more lean muscle growth than regular, steady state cardio. If you find the prospect of an hour on the bike to be pretty dull, then this discovery should really appeal to you.<br /> <br /> It would be foolish to jump straight in, of course, without taking a few minutes to learn some of the basic principles which HIIT operates around. People often buy into opinions in the fitness world, rather than stone cold facts. They follow the advice of their friend purely because he's in shape, despite the fact that the advice offered little or zero scientific support. This is why so many people don't get results in the gym. For instance, most people do their cardio work after they hit the weights. Based on recent studies, not only should you be doing HIIT you should also be doing it before you hit the weights.<br /> <br /> The fascinating study which discovered this was completed by Dr. Peter Lemon back in 2001 thanks to a fascinating Canadian project. This study was then grossly under-reported in fitness circles, causing it to go unnoticed by the general public. In theory, it should alter the way almost everybody trains in the gym.<br /> <br /> Of course, it is also important to discuss the increased difficulty which will be served up by a HIIT workout in comparison to regular, steady state endurance exercise. You won't be able to do this every day of the week, particularly if you are also doing resistance training. That's actually a good though, though, as it will allow your body to recuperate fully.<br /> <br /> While regular cardiovascular exercise is good for your heart and certainly still has it's value, high intensity interval training is superior for both fat loss and lean muscle gains. If your goal is to learn the most effective ways to build muscle this year, then HIIT is certainly something you should be trying very soon.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawresource'><br /> <div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br /> About the Author:<br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawlinks'>More help - Uncover the facts behind <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzpCjw7i3nk">high intensity interval training</a> as strength coach Russ Howe PTI teaches you <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5KFcTIpXe90">how to build muscle</a> using the most scientifically backed methods, all for free via his fitness blog.</div><br /> </div><br />

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width="400" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><br /></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><br /></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #134f5c;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif";">SINAI: MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD’S CENTER OF REVOLT AND REVENGE</span></b></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">via Debkafile </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A new EGYPTIAN crisis arena:  the EGYPTIAN and ISRAELI army’s raised their alert levels on either side of the SINAI border after the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Muslim Brotherhood</b> declared SINAI its center of revolt and revenge for the EGYPTIAN army’s ouster of Mohamed Morsi as president Wednesday, July 3.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Following a multiple Islamist attack in northern SINAI, the EGYPTIAN army went on high alert in the SUEZ and North SINAI provinces. The SINAI border crossings to the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Gaza Strip</b> and ISRAEL were closed. The army spokesman in Cairo denied declaring an emergency – only a heightened alert.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">ISRAEL has imposed a blackout on news from this tense region, but debkafile reports reinforcements were sent in Friday to boost the IDF units standing ready along the EGYPTIAN border. EGYPTIAN forces also shut down all three underground passages running from the mainland to SINAI under the SUEZ CANAL. EGYPT’S Third Army was deployed to secure them, under the command of Maj. Gen. Osama Askar.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">PATRIOT ANTI-MISSILE BATTERIES STATIONED ALONG THE SUEZ CANAL </span></b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPdg3Reep6AEjfJYpdhcyJUQk8mSNMMya-7Nr-O9e9QtS5NAHWolaXlRvvoQM0jxgyqh6w10Q2DQcz814rWpggPgcmOShAXwJ9kFbAvzNcKS2I0teebGpuv8zf9y0DYjCEldMvmnx5lhTa/s1600/the-suez-canal0.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPdg3Reep6AEjfJYpdhcyJUQk8mSNMMya-7Nr-O9e9QtS5NAHWolaXlRvvoQM0jxgyqh6w10Q2DQcz814rWpggPgcmOShAXwJ9kFbAvzNcKS2I0teebGpuv8zf9y0DYjCEldMvmnx5lhTa/s1600/the-suez-canal0.gif" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Further measures imposed for guarding SUEZ CANAL cargo and oil shipping against possible rocket fire from central SINAI included the stationing along its banks of Patriot anti-missile batteries and anti-air weapons systems, according to debkafile’s military sources.</span> Around one-third of the world’s oil supplies from the PERSIAN GULF pass through the SUEZ CANAL on their way to the MEDITERRANEAN and EUROPE.</div><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><br />These emergency measures were clamped down Friday after the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Muslim Brotherhood</b> established a SINAI "WAR COUNCIL" to mount a rebellion against the army in collaboration with the radical <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Palestinian Hamas</b>and <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Jihad Islami</b> as well as the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">al Qaeda</b>-linked <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Salafist </b>groups in the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Gaza Strip</b> and SINAI.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> The ousted <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Muslim Brotherhood’s</b> strategy is seen by intelligence sources as designed to transform the SINAI Peninsula into an area of revolt and a base for attacking ISRAEL. They are counting on the army having its hands too full with maintaining security in the mainland cities of <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Cairo, Alexandria</b> and the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Nile Delta</b> to have troops to spare for SINAI. They intend to demonstrate that the military are incapable of at one and the same time fighting the EGYPTIAN people, defending WESTERN shipping in the Canal and GULF OF SUEZ and preventing attacks on ISRAEL.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">EGYPTIAN ARMY DETERMINED TO PREVENT THE CREATION OF AN ISLAMIC CALIPHATE IN SINAI</span></b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0QFIWY0MzfLkxEKsAt7QoKZV9y49ZLw6IUnXDckm8QISBjgzn_Lo9TPg1EtL719lPJPI9P-X5RDmdgDr26hK_EIDkUNze7fU_Zizh7rW4WalUlnqlpiMGNcsAvu8X_Toio0FUC3D8lwWV/s1600/Israel-Sinai-Pipeline-Wall-800x450-F2.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0QFIWY0MzfLkxEKsAt7QoKZV9y49ZLw6IUnXDckm8QISBjgzn_Lo9TPg1EtL719lPJPI9P-X5RDmdgDr26hK_EIDkUNze7fU_Zizh7rW4WalUlnqlpiMGNcsAvu8X_Toio0FUC3D8lwWV/s400/Israel-Sinai-Pipeline-Wall-800x450-F2.png" width="400" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The new SINAI War Council set up by Morsi’s followers released a video tape threatening that “rebel’ forces would target any army and police personnel found in SINAI in retribution for the military coup. Debkafile’s military sources also report that Maj. Gen Ahmad Wasfi, head of the EGYPTIAN Second Army, said after an emergency meeting at the headquarters of Defense Minister Gen. Abdel Fattah El-Sisi Friday that the EGYPTIAN army “would use force to prevent the creation of an Islamic caliphate in SINAI.”</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The new Islamist coalition launched its “revolt” Thursday night, July 4, by firing a couple of Grad rockets at Eilat. They exploded harmlessly outside ISRAEL’S southernmost town. ISRAEL’S military spokesman has drawn a curtain of secrecy of the event. However, the IDF’s Adom Brigade and its three sub-units, along with the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Gaza </b>division, were known to have been placed on high alert.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The Islamist SINAI War Council struck again Friday morning, with a multiple attack by <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Salafist</b> gunmen associated with <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Hamas</b> and Jihad Islami in northern Sinai. They fired rocket-propelled grenades, mortars and heavy machine guns at EGYPTIAN military intelligence headquarters in northern in Rafah and El Arish airport as well as several EGYPTIAN military and border guard facilities.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Our sources report they attacked in wave after wave, the gunmen shooting from heavy machine guns and rocket launchers mounted on minivan as they raced around. Army helicopter gunships were finally brought in to halt the assault. No word on casualties or the scale of episode has been released.</span></div>

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6 years ago we visited Blarney Castle to kiss the Blarney Stone.  I was going through some boxes and I found the photos from the day.  Looking back at the photos I remembered how great Blarney was and what a wonderful weekend we had!<div><br></div><div>Legend has it that by kissing the Blarney Stone you get the gift of the gab - the gift of eloquence.  Somehow I think this a gift that I don't need!!<br><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Y2P8SR0LhIwYg6oGKizR-EBQQ3IaXnBVxg6msi2TsPPkGgH-xR6VQVHKeKLI0yYBYovqhWThOjg_GPWzeoWSEz6Ze_fT6WLHFnZbFofghCSEqvQ3ExBJZ-AW7X5MGuYtt6OY8ayr4RkR/s640/blogger-image--59078352.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Y2P8SR0LhIwYg6oGKizR-EBQQ3IaXnBVxg6msi2TsPPkGgH-xR6VQVHKeKLI0yYBYovqhWThOjg_GPWzeoWSEz6Ze_fT6WLHFnZbFofghCSEqvQ3ExBJZ-AW7X5MGuYtt6OY8ayr4RkR/s640/blogger-image--59078352.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">www.blarneycastle.ie</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifat0wjx4ZerNOIwHTcmKVHsWWwiQiDnUIVQ_vi27mTygAiA_x3PDyFvmD6AgpZihKVeq7MuPPSPr81vVbEbpiH11ONCccZvCnzYXZT4sH_1ewP6jvUjXN7Gqmk9bhoI06OimW9s3Y5o62/s640/blogger-image--1733107547.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifat0wjx4ZerNOIwHTcmKVHsWWwiQiDnUIVQ_vi27mTygAiA_x3PDyFvmD6AgpZihKVeq7MuPPSPr81vVbEbpiH11ONCccZvCnzYXZT4sH_1ewP6jvUjXN7Gqmk9bhoI06OimW9s3Y5o62/s640/blogger-image--1733107547.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNOexx-M2JgHe7-eLkabXnGdfdhc9qVTx5CfGgFY7fsLZg7CPwudiI6BfZpOUVDvRW9l9QQ55Z5vOsRr4KPg8fQWjF8zeDLwBUB9fPuVvFzm20kV8Ed-M_Xk617s050A9eXe34htwfDfKL/s640/blogger-image-1322110888.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNOexx-M2JgHe7-eLkabXnGdfdhc9qVTx5CfGgFY7fsLZg7CPwudiI6BfZpOUVDvRW9l9QQ55Z5vOsRr4KPg8fQWjF8zeDLwBUB9fPuVvFzm20kV8Ed-M_Xk617s050A9eXe34htwfDfKL/s640/blogger-image-1322110888.jpg"></a></div><br></div><br></div><br></div></div>

Blarney Castle

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A Personal Trainer Redwood City Provided Some Suggestions On Managing Stress

<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>By Jackie Johnson</div><br /><br /> <div class='uawarticle'>Redwood City is surrounded with a number of the biggest companies in the technological industry. Giant companies such as Oracle and Electronic Arts have their headquarters here and this is the reason why you'll find plenty of busy professionals residing in Redwood City these days.<br /> <br /> These people are enjoying the highest peak of their career that they often forget how to relax. They might not realize this now, but eventually, they can be faced with some dreaded illness if they would not take time to de-stress. So here are a few tips from a personal trainer Redwood City on how to deal with stress.<br /> <br /> Make Time To Unwind<br /> <br /> The problem with people who are so passionate with their jobs is that they tend to forget how to unwind and relax. So when they are faced with too much stress at work, their body easily gives up and ends up getting sick. To avoid this, it is important that you make time to unwind in between your busy schedules. The personal trainer Redwood City recommends attending a yoga class because yoga is the best exercise that could help a person to relax, not only physically but mentally as well.<br /> <br /> Know Your Priorities<br /> <br /> Get Healthy<br /> <br /> Exercise definitely helps a lot in reducing all the stresses in our life. So no matter how busy you may be, take time to go to the gym in order to sweat it out. Aside from staying fit and healthy, exercising regularly also helps to increase your energy level, thus, you will be able to function more at work. You can choose to exercise on your own or you can hire a personal trainer Redwood City that will train you. Of course, along with exercise, you should also make sure that you eat a healthy diet each day which comprises of fresh fruits and vegetables.<br /> <br /> Get Healthy<br /> <br /> Exercise definitely helps a lot in reducing all the stresses in our life. So no matter how busy you may be, take time to go to the gym in order to sweat it out. Aside from staying fit and healthy, exercising regularly also helps to increase your energy level, thus, you will be able to function more at work. You can choose to exercise on your own or you can hire a personal trainer Redwood City that will train you. Of course, along with exercise, you should also make sure that you eat a healthy diet each day which comprises of fresh fruits and vegetables.<br /> <br /> So these are among the best advices when it comes to eliminating the stress that we are faced with each day of our lives. There is nothing wrong in putting all your best efforts and energy at work, for as long as you don't go overboard. Be easy on yourself and take time to relax and unwind every once in awhile. Besides the tips above, the personal trainer Redwood City suggested that you need to go on a trip every once in a while, either with loved ones or alone.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawresource'><br /> <div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br /> About the Author:<br /> </div><br /> <div class='uawlinks'>Becoming in great shape with the assistance of <a href="http://www.theperfectworkout.com/personal-trainer-redwood-city/">Personal Trainer Moorpark</a> not only enhances your entire body but furthermore your well being as well. The benefits that you can get from <a href="http://www.theperfectworkout.com/personal-trainer-moorpark/">Personal Trainer Redwood City</a> are endless.</div><br /> </div><br />

A Personal Trainer Redwood City Provided Some Suggestions On Managing Stress

By Jackie Johnson Redwood City is surrounded with a number of the biggest companies in the technological industry. Giant companies such ...

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