Mar 13 2010
Aquarius (1/20-2/18)Still in the mood for love? You bet you are. You’re probably not having many problems with your sweetheart, either — or no problems at all. And even if a bit of a tiff is on the evening’s agenda, by the way, you can put an end to it in no time flat if you just remember one thing: They’re on your side. They don’t want to squabble, either. So go ahead. Do something devastatingly charming.
Mar 04 2010
Aquarius (1/20-2/18)There’s no reason to continue letting this thing bother you. You have things to do and people to see — and not nearly enough time to squeeze it all in. Let go of your nagging concern. Focus on the pleasant things going on in your world, and let someone else do the worrying. You’ve done enough of that lately. Think of this as a day off — no, make it a week.
Feb 28 2010
Aquarius (1/20-2/18)You never know what the universe will toss your way today, but it’s definitely not going to be a routine, run-of-the-mill afternoon. Instead of worrying about coulds, woulds and shoulds, help those changes along. When surprising news arrives, jump right in, get on board and go with the flow. It’s time to expand those horizons and see what’s out there waiting beyond the expected.
I’m standing here! Bring it on!
Feb 20 2010
Aquarius (1/20-2/18)Your intellectual and verbal skills are always sharp, to say the very least. But at the moment, you should probably paste a warning label on your forehead, allowing anyone foolish enough to challenge you to a debate to back out while they still can. If they’re not bright enough to step away once you’ve issued your disclaimer, though — well, you can only do so much.
Oct 03 2009
In life there is always something you can do—it’s your choice if you choose to do nothing (that would be your something…) So, Phil is donating all the royalties from the month of October for Breast Cancer research, in an effort to try to make a difference. An effort to shake people up— DO SOMETHING!!!!
Spread the word to your FaceBook friends and family!
Phil Ribaudo has written a book meant to wake-up, inspire, and inform people… The Road Letters
The Road Letters has been modestly successful in that endeavor. We need your help to spread the word that the book has this hopeful, awakening life message that can change peoples lives. And in that end maybe the money donated will make a difference or maybe it will make a difference in someones life that is priceless.
Maybe you know someone who needs a change. Maybe you know someone who needs some inspiration. Maybe you know someone that needs some perspective and understanding. The Road Letters was written in tribute of a person who gave all those wonderful things to others…
Maybe you already own a copy—so, get one copy or ten for people you know or love and offer hope as a gift to try and make a difference in their life. Or just buy it to make an indirect donation to a GREAT cause!
All royalties will be donated for Breast Cancer research.
Dumped, dejected, and dumbfounded, Nick suddenly found himself without a compass or a clue. Giving Laura up was the last thing Nick wanted, but he had to leave, set himself ablaze, and rise up again. He set off to explore America on the road, keeping journals and writing letters he thought no one would ever read… An emotional rollercoaster simulated by viewing the world and sharing the pain, sacrifice, and triumphs of Nick Anthony. In an attempt to save himself, Nick battles his instincts, lets go of everything he knows to be true, and strives to make sense out of life in order to find himself and a way back to the love of his life. The story is told through letters and pictures Nick sends Laura, his lost love and is supplemented with his private transcribed audio and written journal entries. Along the way he re-establishes old relationships with family and friends, photographs the spectacular countryside and meets interesting people and situations-learning about life along the way. He finally returns home after months for one last chance at love…
Aug 27 2009
Mario Batali! Malto Mario! just Mario!
Why anyone challenges anyone other than Iron Chef Batali is beyond me. I mean I get it they want to win, they pick someone they think they can beat and no one is beating Batali… However, it’s like prison, you pick the biggest baddest ass in the whole joint and punch him in the face—don’t you? Take him out to actually be the best? That’s what I want to believe I would do.
Tonight on Iron Chef (as I keep waiting for someone to pick Batali) the Chairman actually picked Batali for the challenger Trevini—I guess because no one chooses Batali because he is the best. The secret ingredient was catfish.
Now this challenger to Iron Chef Batali was up for the challenge and I’m waiting for the judges to taste and vote. Batali’s food just looks so unbelievable!
And the winner is…
Was there a question? Come on!
Aug 13 2009
and regular working class people (besides the bucket…) is:
Aug 13, 2009 8:59 am US/Eastern (CBS news)NJ Teacher To Pay $22K Fine For Phone Call
Asbury Park Teacher To Pay Large Fine For 4-Minute Call Made During Class
Her lawyer says a New Jersey teacher won’t appeal a $22,000 fine for making a four-minute personal call in class.
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Court records show the Asbury Park High School performing arts teacher was covering for another teacher in 2008 when she called suspended superintendent Antonio Lewis.
A student recorded two students dancing while Getty was on the phone and posted it on YouTube.
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The district prohibits teachers from making personal calls while performing assigned duties.Asbury Park High School is a comprehensive, four-year community public high school headquartered in Asbury Park, New Jersey. It serves prekindergarten through twelfth grade.
Aug 12 2009
My new favorite Food Network Show is Chopped. I think it’s actually a true challenge—blows away Iron Chef as a competition of chef versus chef. I would rather see Iron Chef work the same way.
Basically, Mano y Mano everyone gets the same ingredients, no Sous Chef—20 minutes, make it happen! One show, three elimination rounds, one winner! Appetizer round, Entree round and then finally dessert round. My understanding is that at the end all the winners of the individual shows will then compete against each other—fantastic concept!
Also, the judges are much sassier than in other chef competitions. The judges are welcomed—I enjoy their commentary! They might even be a little, dare I say, IRASCIBLE… They all give compliments and if anyone is happy about their compliment they quickly follow up with something negative to wipe the smile off their face—classic!
Do you have what it takes or will you be chopped? I think the humble iChef would do well in this competition…
You can watch Chopped episodes free online!
Aug 11 2009
I’m sorry for the downtime… Let’s move on.
I went to the movies the other night. It was jam packed, I think it was the opening night for Julie and Julia anyway it was packed and the elements of this movie should keep it packed for a long time.
Sidenote before I begin: Let’s just say I can’t stand trying to get a seat after the movie starts—it’s dark, it’s hard to see, hard to find seats, if you’re meeting someone on the inside, you have to battle all the above difficulties to find them—it’s full of anxiety for me.
It can be difficult when you go to the movies with more than one person and you need to get seats that are all together, but when you’re late to a popular movie this can be an almost impossible task—more likely than not you and your guests will all wind up sitting in the front row like professional contortionists requiring a massage after the movie.
The advantage of braving the movie by yourself thing is you will find a single seat even on the opening night of a popular movie. No one will even know you’re by yourself if you do it right!
However, I was outed this night! No, I wasn’t late, but yes it was a packed house—no problem I was alone and as I looked around there were plenty of single spots to choose from. Poor schlubs walking in that needed 2 or more seats together… I found my spot, picked my spot and made my move.
Me: Excuse me sir, is there anyone sitting next to you?
Man already comfortable in his seat: No, it’s only one seat, but it’s open.
No move was made to let me in and the just-two-seconds-ago, noisy waiting-for-the-previews-to-begin, crowd was all quiet and focused on the going-to-a-movie-by-himself-guy.
Me: sir, can I get in?
Man already comfortable in his seat: There’s only one seat…
The crowd crunching popcorn watching a live preview of your humble narrators every word.
Me: But, I am only one person.
Man already comfortable in his seat: Oh, sure you can sit here.
*Why not just yell fire and get it over with already!*
Now that I was seated, now, one with the crowd, accepted, no one able to define me, I was able to relax and I was getting excited about the main event.
Julie and Julia… OMG fantastic! Meryl Streep is possibly the best actress ever. First being a foodie as a child who grew up on shows like the Galloping Gourmet and Julia Child, I never cared for Julia Child—Not her accomplishments, not the sound of her voice, nor the quality of her cooking shows. This movie, Streep’s acting made me fall in love with this woman, her accomplishments, her love of food and the craft, and I dare say the sound of her voice!
Amy Adams pulled her weight as well as I loved her role as blogger, foodie, and champion of perseverance.
The relationships that both Julie and Julia with their husbands was wonderful and really fun to watch the interaction. Julia Child husband was played by Stanley Tucci who really has great chemistry with Streep. And Julie Powell’s husband played by Chris Messina did a very good job, he loved to eat Julie’s food! Also, Julia Child personal life is a side of her that I had no idea about and am now very interested in.
One part of the movie that didn’t have complete logic continuity, which was probably cut out for one reason or another, was the fight Julie had with her husband. I won’t go in to the specifics, but there was no build up, no prior irritation that led to a reaction that appeared (in what the showed us in the movie) unmerited.
Nora Ephron wrote and directed one hell of a movie! Julie Powell wrote the book based on what became a very popular blog The Julie/Julia project that I’m interested in reading. Julie Powell’s blog.
If it’s true that Meryl Streep put on all kinds of weight for the role—kudos to her, I’m sure nobody likes to have to gain weight that they will eventually have to try to lose. Again a credit to her craft.
Very creative way of telling two separate stories, at two different times that are intertwined to perfectly.
Any foodie would love this movie as they should have enjoyed Ratatouille. The enthusiasm for food, great food and the dining experience. Watching other people show love and enthusiasm for the joy of food just inspires me.
This movie is an inspiration to cooks, chefs, writers, bloggers, people with dreams—I loved it!
Jun 25 2009
We couldn’t have done it without you—had a party senior year without your Thriller album…
I grew up with Micheal Jackson on the radio, live on TV, as well as the cartoon version. He helped us get our groove on when we were children, made us cringe when we were too cool to be a public supporter, but came back and turned our world upside down when we were in HS when it became cool again to love his talent.
You couldn’t have a party when I was in HS unless you had a copy of Thriller.
He did change before our eyes many times over the years, but I like to remember him making us smile inside with his music. A fond memory of Michael Jackson while in College was his Jackson Family Tour back in 1984 (I’m pretty sure that was the year.) He toured the world with his family. It seemed like a way for him to give back to them some glory, success, and money that he was lucky enough to have had over the years.
My friend got like 20 tickets on the floor and I’m not ashamed to admit that it is still one of the best concerts I’ve ever been to. We had our hands in the air, singing ABC with Michael Jackson and his family! Our girls were dancing on the tops of the wooden floor chairs as we held on to prevent them from flying off.
When the several hour concert ended we continued the party in the Meadowlands parking lot waiting for the traffic to clear, the drinks to be finished, the girls and guys to finish whatever it is they were doing in those cars, and the vibe that Michael Jackson brought us to settle down…
Thank you Michael! I don’t care what anybody says when you were good you were sooooo good!
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Remembering Michael Jackson By Michelle Malkin
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Michael Jackson suffers massive heart attack, in critical condition; TMZ: Jackson dead Jun 25, 2009 5:25 PM by Allahpundit
