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I'm a big fan of electronic music. How about you?
Electronic dance music Electronic dance music (EDM), also known as dance music, club music, or simply dance, is a broad range of percussive electronic music genres made largely for nightclubs, raves and festivals. It is generally produced for playback by disc jockeys who create seamless selections of tracks, called a mix by segueing from one recording to another. EDM producers also perform their music live in a concert or festival setting in what is sometimes called a live PA. In Europe, EDM is more commonly called '
name on it. You think I'm some kind of chickenshit? Let's talk about the last 10 records each of us bought. Let's talk about how many shows a year we go to. Let's talk about real nitty-gritty stuff, instead of this teeth-clenching hipster fashionista reactionary following of music. Let's talk nitty-gritty. You want to talk history? You want to talk criticism? I'm a fan of all of it. And as a fan, I sometimes take it to
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I have a cousin who is autistic. He's my favorite cousin too. Autism is a developmental disorder where people have a hard time communicating. How do you and your cousin communicate best? Oh, it's very hard to talk to him. He doesn't understand people very well. I have to repeat myself all the time. In autism, people repeat their behaviors a lot. That is understandable. Does he like to play games or have any other hobbies he specializes in? He loves science so that's his hobby. Autism develops usually in kids early in life but some kids don't develop it until adolescence. Are there any specific signs to look for in early development? Early life speech patterns are symptoms to look for. You can intervene early on and help the kids gain their self care skills and other vital skills. Can he still continue to go to school or is he home-schooled?
or speech therapy can help children with autism gain self-care, social, and communication skills. Although there is no known cure, there have been cases of children who recovered. Not many children with autism live independently after reaching adulthood, though some are successful. An autistic culture has developed, with some individuals seeking a cure and others believing autism should be accepted as a difference and not treated as a disorder. Globally, autism is estimated to affect 24.8 million people . In the 2000s, the number of people
things that people are able to read and want to read. Pullman has stated that, "He has a quality that I have much respect for in the kind of work that we do" and "He's a person who's very easy to understand, both when you talk to him and when he's doing his work. He's accessible, humane, funny when it's appropriate, and witty almost all of the time. And that's a very important quality for someone who wants to be a communicator.
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Pizza is one of the most popular foods in the world. Would you agree that it's a favorite of yours too? I love pizza! Yes, it's my favorite. I get it about once a week. What about you?
by emigrants from there. This changed after World War II, when Allied troops stationed in Italy came to enjoy pizza along with other Italian foods. Origins. Foods similar to pizza have been made since the neolithic age. Records of people adding other ingredients to bread to make it more flavorful can be found throughout ancient history. - In Sardinia, French and Italian archaeologists have found bread baked over 7,000 years ago. According to Professor Philippe Marinval, the local islanders leavened this bread. - In the 6th
Girl's Prayer"(1962) - "Let Me Be the One/What Am I to Do?"(1962) - "Yes, I Love You/Once Upon a While Ago"(1962) - "Dream Lover/Lonely Girl"(MGM)1964 - "Once Upon a Time/When I Fall in Love"(Mercury)1964 - "Always Waitin'/Why Do I Take It From You?"(1965) - "Sincerely/Too Good to Be True"(Reprise)1966 - "You/I'm Me"(1966) - "My Good Friend/It's My Party"(1966) - "
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veganism is the practice of abstaining from the use of animal products, especially in diet. its a philosophy that rejects the commodity status of animals. I've heard of veganism, but I don't practice it. I like meat too much! Are you a vegan? absolutely not lol. but someone who is a follower of either the philosophy or died is considered a vgan How long has veganism been around?
, New Zealand Ministry of Health, Harvard Medical School, and the British Dietetic Association. The German Society for Nutrition does not recommend vegan diets for children or adolescents, or during pregnancy and breastfeeding. In preliminary clinical research, vegan diets lowered the risk of type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, and ischemic heart disease. Vegan diets tend to be higher in dietary fiber, magnesium, folic acid, vitamin C, vitamin E, iron, and phytochemicals; and lower in dietary energy, saturated fat, cholesterol
Veganism Veganism is the practice of abstaining from the use of animal products, particularly in diet, and an associated philosophy that rejects the commodity status of animals. A follower of the diet or the philosophy is known as a vegan. Distinctions may be made between several categories of veganism. "Dietary vegans" (also known as strict vegetarians) refrain from consuming animal products, not only meat but also eggs, dairy products and other animal-derived substances. The term "ethical vegan" is often applied to those who
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I love to cook on the grill, my specialty is chicken and ribs Me too! I love the distinctive aroma and flavor that comes from grilling meat! Do you like grilling steak? I do love to grill steak I prefer a ribeye Yes the high temperatures from grilling give ribeye great taste! How do you like your steak cooked? I like my steak medium rare very pink on the inside
with raised ridges to mimic the wires of an open grill). Heat transfer to the food when using a grill is primarily through thermal radiation. Heat transfer when using a grill pan or griddle is by direct conduction. In the United States, when the heat source for grilling comes from above, grilling is called broiling. In this case, the pan that holds the food is called a broiler pan, and heat transfer is through thermal radiation. Direct heat grilling can expose food to temperatures often in excess of
out Later, I'd Love to Tell you About my Screen Play I'm Working on. And do you Know here I can get Some More Coke?", from "The Greg Gutfeld Show" - "Trump Made me Cook his Steak Well Done I Mean who Eats a Steak Well Done", from "The Greg Gutfeld Show" - "Trump Tweeted That I Have Sleepy Eyes Which I do but that's not my Fault", from "The Greg Gutfeld Show" - "UCI Yearbook
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Hi, are you enjoying the outdoors now that summer is here?
Athletics (physical culture) Athletics is a term encompassing the human competitive sports and games requiring physical skill, and the systems of training that prepare athletes for competition performance. Athletic sports or contests are competitions which are primarily based on human physical competition, demanding the qualities of stamina, fitness, and skill. Athletic sports form the bulk of popular sporting activities, with other major forms including motorsports, , extreme sports and animal sports. Athletic contests, as one of the earliest types of sport, are prehistoric and comprised
support till the end. The lyrics for "Wonderful World!!" are about enjoying time with someone that you love and forgetting the bad. The band sings, " I've only been searching for miracles / And now the day's already over / Now we swear here / That things like our hearts being separated will never happen " during the first verse, bringing forth the optimism of the band's outlook on love and life. This is tied in full circle with the chorus, " Suddenly our hands are
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Dating is a form of courtship and social activities, I hate it lol Me too, dating is hard for me because I haven't learned to fully love myself yet. Do you have any advice? Not really, dating is different and varies from country to country That's true, I guess culture is a big factor. What do you think are other factors in dating and social activites?
are romantically or sexually compatible by participating in dates with the other. With the use of modern technology, people can date via telephone or computer or meet in person. Dating may also involve two or more people who have already decided that they share romantic or sexual feelings toward each other. These people will have dates on a regular basis, and they may or may not be having sexual relations. This period of courtship is sometimes seen as a precursor to engagement. Some cultures require people to wait until a certain age
if she was a "motae solo" or a person who has never experienced dating ever, Hyoseong responded with a question if she was too obvious or not. For her, dating is quite difficult,and also, according to her, "If someone shows interest in me, I get thrilled but I don't know what to do about it. It's worse when a person I like suddenly tells me that he likes me. I think about it and in the end, I end up by myself... It
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The corvette is a sports car created by Chevy! You mean Chevrolet? Yes, Chevrolet, but it's referred to as Chevy informally. Ooh. I like chevy suburban and the corvette Hard to believe the Vette has been producted through 7 generations! Really? 7 generations?
composite—bodywork. In 1953, when GM executives were looking to name the new Chevrolet sports car, assistant director for the Public Relations department Myron Scott suggested "Corvette" after the small maneuverable warship—and the name was approved. The first model, a convertible, was introduced at the GM Motorama in 1953 as a concept and was followed ten years later by the 1963 second generation, in coupe and convertible styles. Originally manufactured in Flint, Michigan, as well as St. Louis, Missouri, the Corvette has
Chevrolet Corvette The Chevrolet Corvette, colloquially known as the Vette or Chevy Corvette, is a historically front engine, rear drive, two-door, two-passenger sports car manufactured and marketed by Chevrolet across more than 60 years of production and seven design generations—with GM confirming in early 2019 an eighth generation Corvette in a rear-mid-engine configuration. With its generations noted sequentially from C1-C8, the Corvette serves as Chevrolet's halo vehicle and is widely noted for its performance and distinctive plastic—either fiberglass or
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I really enjoy the time I spend with my dogs. Dogs were the original species to be domesticated. My dogs can get pretty wild sometimes. Maybe they need better training. Dogs are uniquely attached to human behavior since they can live off a starch-rich diet. Maybe its their diet that is affecting their behavior. I might add more starchy food to their meals Dogs can be many shapes and sizes. My dogs are pretty small and low to the ground. Their bellies get dirty on long walks.
, aiding disabled people and therapeutic roles. This influence on human society has given them the sobriquet of "man's best friend". Terminology. - The term "dog" typically is applied both to the species (or subspecies) as a whole, and any adult male member of the same. - An adult female is a "bitch". - An adult male capable of reproduction is a "stud". - An adult female capable of reproduction is a "brood bitch",
was the first species to be domesticated and has been selectively bred over millennia for various behaviors, sensory capabilities, and physical attributes. Their long association with humans has led dogs to be uniquely attuned to human behavior and they are able to thrive on a starch-rich diet that would be inadequate for other canid species. Dogs vary widely in shape, size and colors. They perform many roles for humans, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, assisting police and military, companionship and, more recently
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Hello there! Do you enjoy reading?
culturally and socially situated. The reading process requires continuous practice, development, and refinement. Reading requires creativity and critical analysis. Consumers of literature deviate from literal words to create images that make sense to them in the unfamiliar places the texts describe. Because reading is a complex process, it cannot be controlled or restricted to one or two interpretations. There are no concrete laws in reading, but rather it provides readers an escape to produce their own products introspectively. This promotes deep exploration of texts during interpretation. Readers
of the American Army". The text continued saying: Hello, boys, what are you doing over here? Fighting the Germans? Why? Have they ever done you any harm? Of course some white folks and the lying English-American papers told you that the Germans ought to be wiped out for the sake of Humanity and Democracy.What is Democracy? Personal freedom, all citizens enjoying the same rights socially and before the law. Do you enjoy the same rights as the white people do in America,
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I believe you have heard about Alabama before, It is is a state in the southeastern region of the United States. yes i have heard of it, they have a good football team i believe Alabama is the 30th largest by area and the 24th-most populous of the U.S. state oh i didnt know that
Alabama Alabama () is a state in the southeastern region of the United States. It is bordered by Tennessee to the north, Georgia to the east, Florida and the Gulf of Mexico to the south, and Mississippi to the west. Alabama is the 30th largest by area and the 24th-most populous of the U.S. states. With a total of of inland waterways, Alabama has among the most of any state. Alabama is nicknamed the "Yellowhammer State", after the state bird. Alabama is also
second trial, September 25, 1632, Campanella wrote to Galileo that: To my great disgust I have heard that wrathful theologians of the Congregation aim to prohibit the Dialogues of Your Excellency, and [that] no one will be present who understands mathematics or recondite things. Be aware that while Your Excellency does state that it was appropriate to prohibit the theory of the earth's motion, you are not obliged to believe that the reasons of those who contradicted you are good. This is a theological rule, and is
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I work at a coffee shop That's cool! Do you work for a small business or one of the bigger corporate coffee chains? I work for Starbucks I see. Are you part of the Starbucks workers union? Yes i am a proud worker. But i am not building a career here It's a pretty gigantic chain, I think there's tens of thousands of locations worldwide Yes, people like our coffee. Although I do not know a lot more about the company
Starbucks Starbucks Corporation is an American coffee company and coffeehouse chain. Starbucks was founded in Seattle, Washington in 1971. As of early 2019, the company operates over 30,000 locations worldwide. Starbucks is considered the main representative of "second wave coffee", initially distinguishing itself from other coffee-serving venues in the US by taste, quality, and customer experience while popularizing darkly roasted coffee. Since the 2000s, third wave coffee makers have targeted quality-minded coffee drinkers with hand-made coffee based on lighter roasts
my previous letters when I was talking about taking a 'break'. What I meant was I am taking a break from being told what to do. ... It's cool when you look at someone and don't know whether they are at work or play since it's all the same to them. The things I've been doing for work lately have been so much fun, because it's not like work to me anymore. I've been even more 'hands on' in my management and the business side
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IBM invented the ATM, the PC and floppy disk. Really? When? The first floppy disk was invented in 1967 in San Jose. And what about the company? In what year was it founded? It actually originated in 1911 as the Computing Tabulating Recording Company. I think I remember hearing something about that... where is there head office? DO you know?
IBM International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is an American multinational information technology company headquartered in Armonk, New York, with operations in over 170 countries. The company began in 1911, founded in Endicott, New York, as the Computing-Tabulating-Recording Company (CTR) and was renamed "International Business Machines" in 1924. IBM produces and sells computer hardware, middleware and software, and provides hosting and consulting services in areas ranging from mainframe computers to nanotechnology. IBM is also a major research organization,
The first commercially available microprocessor was a silicon-based chip, the Intel 4004, co-invented in 1971 by Ted Hoff, Federico Faggin, and Stanley Mazor for a calculator company named Busicom, and produced by Intel. 1971 Floppy disk A floppy disk is a data storage medium that is composed of a disk of thin, flexible "floppy" magnetic storage medium encased in a square or rectangular plastic shell. In 1971 while working at IBM, David L. Noble invented the 8-inch floppy disk. Floppy disks in
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Recycling is very important. It is the process of converting waste into new materials Yes it is. Most waste is not recycled and that's sad. It is a very great alternative to waste disposal. I do not understand why people do not do it. Well in my town there is no recycling plant. There is one in the county but I have to drive 30 minutes. That means I'd create more emissions than the benefit of recycling.
Recycling Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects. It is an alternative to "conventional" waste disposal that can save material and help lower greenhouse gas emissions. Recycling can prevent the waste of potentially useful materials and reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials, thereby reducing: energy usage, air pollution (from incineration), and water pollution (from landfilling). Recycling is a key component of modern waste reduction and is the third component of the "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle
the recycled material. A new approach which allows an equal level of quality is the Vinyloop process. It was used after the London Olympics 2012 to fulfill the PVC Policy. Recycling industrial waste E-waste recycling. E-waste is a growing problem, accounting for 20–50 million metric tons of global waste per year according to the EPA. It is also the fastest growing waste stream in the EU. Many recyclers do not recycle e-waste responsibly. After the cargo barge Khian Sea dumped 14,000 metric tons of toxic
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I made a huge life decision and recently moved to Sweden. It's so different here. Sweden Scandinavian country in Northern Europe. That's right, it's neighbors are Norway and Finland.
Sweden Sweden ( ), formal name: the Kingdom of Sweden (Swedish: ), is a Scandinavian Nordic country in Northern Europe. It borders Norway to the west and north and Finland to the east, and is connected to Denmark in the southwest by a bridge-tunnel across the Öresund Strait. At , Sweden is the largest country in Northern Europe, the third-largest country in the European Union and the fifth largest country in Europe by area. The capital city is Stockholm. Sweden has a total population
Geography of Sweden Sweden is a country in Northern Europe on the Scandinavian Peninsula. It borders Norway to the west; Finland to the northeast; and the Baltic Sea and Gulf of Bothnia to the south and east. At , Sweden is the 55th largest country in the world. It is the fifth largest in Europe and the largest in Northern Europe. Sweden has a long coastline on the eastern side and the Scandinavian mountain chain (Scanderna) on the western border which separates Sweden from Norway. It has maritime borders
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Hi. I was adopted. Tell me something interesting about yourself. Hello. How old were you when you were adopted? Although not the same, my husband adopted my daughter after her father died. I was adopted at birth.
Adoption Adoption is a process whereby a person assumes the parenting of another, usually a child, from that person's biological or legal parent or parents. Legal adoptions permanently transfers all rights and responsibilities, along with filiation, from the biological parent or parents. In many jurisdictions the adopted person's full original birth certificate is cancelled and replaced with a fabricated post-adoption birth certificate which states that the child was born to the adoptive parents. This deception, where carried out, may continue with the adopted person for
here and so I felt I owed China something for that." "I had human principles and I made choices based on these. I have always been and will always be a New Zealander; although New Zealand has not always seen me as that. But I know my own motives. The buggers even refused to renew my passport at one point and they treated my adopted son very badly. Did you know that when Robert Muldoon visited Mao Zedong in the 1970s he was the last head of state to see him
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who is Frédéric Chopin? Yes, I know. He was a Polish composer and virtuoso pianist How many performances did he give in his lifetime?
Frédéric Chopin Frédéric François Chopin (, , , , ; 1 March 181017 October 1849) was a Polish composer and virtuoso pianist of the Romantic era who wrote primarily for solo piano. He has maintained worldwide renown as a leading musician of his era, one whose "poetic genius was based on a professional technique that was without equal in his generation." Chopin was born Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin in the Duchy of Warsaw and grew up in Warsaw, which in 1815 became part of Congress Poland. A child prodigy,
in music – Birth of Hungarian composer and virtuoso pianist Franz Liszt. - 1810 in music – Birth of Polish composer and virtuoso pianist Frédéric Chopin; Birth of German composer and virtuoso pianist Robert Schumann; Ludwig van Beethoven completes his "Fifth Piano Concerto Emperor". 1800s. - 1809 in music – Birth of Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, German composer, pianist, organist and conductor; Death of Joseph Haydn, Austrian composer - 1808 in music – Beethoven completes his 6th Symphony "Pastoral", Beethoven's
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Bacon is one of my favorite foods! Have you ever made a peanut butter bacon sandwich? It was Elvis's favorite! No I haven't but it actually sounds pretty good! lol Bacon is good on its own or as a side dish or on a sandwich... Really it's pretty much always good I think I could survive on bacon alone! lol Bacon comes from bacho which means buttock in German! LOL Seriously? Bacon means buttocks. That is really funny!
German "bacho", meaning "buttock", "ham" or "side of bacon", and is cognate with the Old French "bacon". Meat from other animals, such as beef, lamb, chicken, goat, or turkey, may also be cut, cured, or otherwise prepared to resemble bacon, and may even be referred to as, for example, "turkey bacon". Such use is common in areas with significant Jewish and Muslim populations as both religions prohibit the consumption of pork
in peanut butter sandwiches, such as Peanut Butter & Co. Elvis Presley and the sandwich. The peanut butter and banana sandwich has been referred to as a favorite of Elvis Presley, who was renowned for his food cravings such as the Fool's Gold Loaf, a loaf of Italian bread filled with a pound each of bacon, peanut butter, and grape jelly. Books on Elvis Presley's favorite foods and culinary tastes, as well as other published reports on his taste for peanut butter and banana sandwiches with or without
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Do you ever feel like a wage slave? Totally. Wage slavery has a lot of negative connotations, drawing lines between wage labor and slavery. I consider one a wage slave when you are not paid enough to live on Due to the flexible nature of what "needs"means, funnily enough there isn't any universally accepted measure of a living wage? I think I would define it as decent basic housing, healthy food, basic clothing, medical care as needed and transportation
Food desert A food desert is an area that has limited access to affordable and nutritious food, in contrast with an area with higher access to supermarkets or vegetable shops with fresh foods, which is called a food oasis. The designation considers the type and quality of food available to the population, in addition to the accessibility of the food through the size and proximity of the food stores. In 2010, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) reported that 23.5 million Americans live in "food deserts",
deprivation – although economically rational slave-owners practiced positive reinforcement to achieve best results and before losing their investment by killing an expensive slave. 3. Historically, the range of occupations and status positions held by chattel slaves has been nearly as broad as that held by free persons, indicating some similarities between chattel slavery and wage slavery as well. 4. Like chattel slavery, wage slavery does not stem from some immutable "human nature", but represents a "specific response to material and historical conditions" that "
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Have you ever heard of the band ween? Nope, never. At first I thought it was 'Weezer'. I've heard of them lol who is weezer? Weezer is an American rock band in Los Angeles do you enjoy that band? They have some good hits, but Ween has a good history too. Apparently the members met in a middle school typing class Thats really neat. they must be good friends then Yea! They were a duo for 10 years! how did they come up with their name?
Ween Ween is an American alternative rock band formed in New Hope, Pennsylvania, in 1984 by childhood friends Aaron Freeman and Mickey Melchiondo, better known by their respective stage names, Gene and Dean Ween. After meeting in a middle-school typing class, the two began playing music and immediately chose the name Ween as well as their Ramones-inspired pseudonyms. Ween performed as a duo backed by a Digital Audio Tape for the band's first ten years of existence before expanding to a four- (and later five-)
overarching theme. Additionally, the line "I'm the epitome/of public enemy" is a lyric from Public Enemy's "Don't Believe the Hype". The first line of the song has been mistakenly thought to refer to punk band Half Japanese. Cultural references Lyric changes. The song also mentions the band Green Day in the lyric "I asked you to go to the Green Day concert/You said you never heard of them." In 2005, Weezer often changed the lyric to "I asked
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I believe in Leprechauns, here in Florida a lot of stuff goes missing and I think they're to blame They certainly are known for partaking in mischief, so that would not surprise me! Do you know about how tall one might be? So I know what to look for! I do not know how tall they are, but their name origin comes from a word meaning pigmy, so they are certainly short Does it really? I feel bad for the Pigmy people, that seems very derrogatory! I agree, that would not be fun, I feel bad for anyone very short, that is not within their control My wife is very short, not a midget or anything, but just comically short, people love to poke fun at her for it. All in good fun of course.
Leprechaun A leprechaun () is a type of fairy of the Aos Sí in Irish folklore. They are usually depicted as little bearded men, wearing a coat and hat, who partake in mischief. They are solitary creatures who spend their time making and mending shoes and have a hidden pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. If captured by a human, they often grant three wishes in exchange for their freedom. Like other Irish fairies, leprechauns may be derived from the Tuatha Dé Danann. Leprechaun-like
Corey Parker said, "that's not a good look for the game, gee whiz. If you were a young kid looking in the stands watching that, I don't know what you're going to think." Parker did admit, "I think it would be fair to say 12 months ago you might not have known too much about Marty Taupau, but certainly you do now." In Round 14 against the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the Tigers shock upset 34-6 win at ANZ Stadium, Taupau
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I like cupcakes I do too! Most people dont know this but fruit and candy may be inserted into larger ones. what are cupcakes made out of? Mostly cake and frosting, The earliest description of a cup cake dates back to 1796 wow, I did not know they were that old! I wonder if George Washington ate them.
small cups" was written in "American Cookery" by Amelia Simmons. The earliest extant documentation of the term "cupcake" itself was in "Seventy-five Receipts for Pastry, Cakes, and Sweetmeats" in 1828 in Eliza Leslie's "Receipts" cookbook. In the early 19th century, there were two different uses for the term "cup cake" or "cupcake". In previous centuries, before muffin tins were widely available, the cakes were often baked in individual pottery cups, ramekins, or molds
with larger cakes, frosting and other cake decorations, such as sprinkles, are common on cupcakes. The earliest reference of cupcakes can be traced as far back as 1796, when a recipe notation of "a cake to be baked in small cups" was written in "American Cookery" by Amelia Simms. However, the first use of the term "cupcake" was in "Seventy-five Receipts for Pastry, Cakes, and Sweetmeats" in 1828 in Eliza Leslie's "Receipts" cookbook where it referred to the
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I love spiderman movies,do you?
Spider-Man Spider-Man is a fictional superhero created by writer-editor Stan Lee and writer-artist Steve Ditko. He first appeared in the anthology comic book "Amazing Fantasy" #15 (August 1962) in the Silver Age of Comic Books. He appears in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, as well as in a number of movies, television shows, and video game adaptations set in the Marvel Universe. In the stories, Spider-Man is the alias of Peter Parker, an orphan
with well-rounded LGBTQ+ characters, and I hope in some way I’m helping to address that issue.” Moviemaking. Until Bader was in her 50s, she had never been "in love with a woman before, never even kissed a woman. So, when you are walking into an entirely new world, you do your research by watching movies,” she said. That was when she saw the need for good lesbian movies: “I rented so many lesbian movies that I noticed there were some
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When I lived in West Virginia I drank Mountain Dew every day, but now don't touch the stuff! Mountain Dew is that carbonated soft drink that is produced and owned by pepsi co. right? No idea who owns it. I just know that I really enjoyed the green MD. The red one was too sweet.
Mountain Dew Mountain Dew (stylized as Mtn Dew) is a carbonated soft drink brand produced and owned by PepsiCo. The original formula was invented in 1940 by Tennessee beverage bottlers Barney and Ally Hartman. A revised formula was created by Bill Bridgforth in 1958. The rights to this formula were obtained by the Tip Corporation of Marion, Virginia. William H. "Bill" Jones of the Tip Corporation further refined the formula, launching that version of Mountain Dew in 1961. In August 1964, the Mountain Dew brand and production
mind. One interesting note is that one of the early advertised uses of Dr. Enuf, curing hangovers, coincided with Tri-City Beverage's other soft drink at the time, a drink mixer called Mountain Dew. Tri-City Beverage later sold the rights to Mountain Dew to Pepsi, but kept the Dr. Enuf brand. The drink is still produced to this day by Tri-Cities Beverage. Dr. Enuf is available in original, Diet, Herbal and Diet Herbal varieties. A bottle of any of the varieties contains
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I have never been surfing, but it seems like a great way to get out and enjoy the ocean.
Surfing Surfing is a surface water sport in which the wave rider, referred to as a surfer, rides on the forward or face of a moving wave, which usually carries the surfer towards the shore. Waves suitable for surfing are primarily found in the ocean, but can also be found in lakes or rivers in the form of a standing wave or tidal bore. However, surfers can also utilize artificial waves such as those from boat wakes and the waves created in artificial wave pools. The term "surfing"
is. And I find every unassuming gesture he makes utterly captivating. Aldo Ray has never been considered a great Hollywood actor in the traditional sense but his natural, unaffected performances often seemed to emerge from some unsettled place. You could frequently hear a genuine urgency in way he delivered his lines and his casual swagger told you he’d been around the block more than once. Whenever Ray erupted on screen it felt like you were watching a volcano explode and if you didn’t get out of the way it could easily swallow you
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I love to read so much,
culturally and socially situated. The reading process requires continuous practice, development, and refinement. Reading requires creativity and critical analysis. Consumers of literature deviate from literal words to create images that make sense to them in the unfamiliar places the texts describe. Because reading is a complex process, it cannot be controlled or restricted to one or two interpretations. There are no concrete laws in reading, but rather it provides readers an escape to produce their own products introspectively. This promotes deep exploration of texts during interpretation. Readers
, “Baby girl, This is the hardest thing I ever had to do. I’m saying good-bye. I have to stay away from you. I’m bad for you. All I do is hurt you, even when I try not to. I love you so much. You won’t ever hear from me again. I’m letting you go. Corazon. My heart. Daddy.” Gail and Dennis read this letter to Corry. For the remainder of the summer, Corry learns to read
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Hi, I see that you are a retired school teacher? I'm actually semi-retired! I just reduced working hours That must have been a rewarding career. Do you have memorable moments?
or accident) or as a result of legislation concerning their position. In most countries, the idea of retirement is of recent origin, being introduced during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Previously, low life expectancy and the absence of pension arrangements meant that most workers continued to work until death. Germany was the first country to introduce retirement benefits in 1889. Nowadays, most developed countries have systems to provide pensions on retirement in old age, which may be sponsored by employers or the state. In many poorer
one extra hour that you get at 2 in the morning." "Barely Today" wound up lasting just five months due to poor ratings, however, and was canceled in June 2007. "Not too many years from now, when I'm an old insomniac watching TV in the wee hours, I'll look at the screen and say, 'Did I actually do a TV show at 4:30 in the morning? No. It must have been a dream.' And I will wish that I could go
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Country music makes me cringe, I do not like such music that originated in the southern United States lol why is that? Well maybe because i have not been a fan of folk music in which country music took its root interesting. so what music are you into?
Music of the United States The music of the United States reflects the country's pluri-ethnic population through a diverse array of styles. It is a mixture of music influenced by West African, Irish, Scottish and mainland European cultures among others. The country's most internationally renowned genres are jazz, blues, country, bluegrass, rock, rhythm and blues, soul, ragtime, hip hop, barbershop, pop, experimental, techno, house, dance, Disco, Boogaloo, Reggaeton, and salsa. American music
people." She explained her hiatus from the music industry by saying "If you're an artist doing something else you feel like people aren't really trying to buy into it because these artists have flooded the market so much. It just makes you wonder, 'Why should I bother? No one's going to be interested in what I'm trying to do. I was locked into that industry. When I got out I realized there was a shortage of the kind of music I was making, what the Jill
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I really like the band System of a Down, they're a heavy metal band formed in 1994. I never really got into System of A Down. Where were they from? They formed in Glendale, California believe it or not. Very nice. What was the singers name? The lead singer is Serj Tankian. Pretty crazy name. Did System of a Down make a lot of records?
Awards, and their song "B.Y.O.B." won a Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance in 2006. The band went on hiatus in 2006 and reunited in 2010; since then, they have performed live occasionally despite having not released any new material since the "Mezmerize" and "Hypnotize" albums in 2005. System of a Down has sold over 40 million records worldwide, while two of their singles "Aerials" and "Hypnotize" reached number one on "Billboard"s Alternative Songs chart. History. History Soil (
System of a Down System of a Down is an heavy metal band from Glendale, California, formed in 1994. The band currently consists of Serj Tankian (lead vocals, keyboards), Daron Malakian (vocals, guitar), Shavo Odadjian (bass, backing vocals), and John Dolmayan (drums). The band achieved commercial success with the release of five studio albums, three of which debuted at number one on the US "Billboard" 200. System of a Down has been nominated for four Grammy
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I like creating websites. Have you ever used React? I haven't personally, but I know it's used by Facebook and Instagram for example, so it's probably quite useful. Jodan Walke, the creator is quite brilliant. I guess he works for Facebook. I would assume so, React seems perfect for Facebook because it allows companies to create large web-applications that can change over time without reloading the page. And now there is React Fiber which was to become the foundation of any future improvements to the React framework. They sure are working hard. Yes I believe React Fiber was announced April 18th of 2017, Facebook is such an innovative company they always have to be working hard. Have you ever gone to their website reactjs.org? I wonder how helpful that site would be.
React, was announced at Facebook's React Conf in February 2015 and open-sourced in March 2015. On April 18, 2017, Facebook announced React Fiber, a new core algorithm of React framework library for building user interfaces. React Fiber was to become the foundation of any future improvements and feature development of the React framework. On April 19, 2017, React 360 V1.0.0 was released to the public. This allowed developers with React experience to jump into virtual reality development. On September 26, 2017,
people would really want him around. That happened before I talked with them but I guess the things he said were really crazy. Those guys were in a band together for so long so I don't know, but for now it's just not going to happen." On August 11, 2013, Silveria took to his personal Facebook account to state that "[t]here are a lot of things I did for the band that they don't like to admit I did." He then went on to say
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I just got back from hiking on a wilderness trail! They're typically found in National Forests and National Parks I would love to do something like that, but I don't think I could hike very far. I'm not in the best of shape.
, but is being rapidly degraded by human activity. Even less wilderness remains in the ocean, with only 13.2% free from intense human activity. Some governments establish them by law or administrative acts, usually in land tracts that have not been modified by human action in great measure. The main feature of them is that human motorized activity is significantly restricted. These actions seek not only to preserve what already exists, but also to promote and advance a natural expression and development. Wilderness areas can be found in preserves,
article on the screen star. "I'm not a 'sex queen' or a 'sex symbol,' " Taylor said. "I don't think I want to be one. Sex symbol kind of suggests bathrooms in hotels or something. I do know I'm a movie star and I like being a woman, and I think sex is absolutely gorgeous. But as far as a sex goddess, I don't worry myself that way... Richard is a very sexy man. He's got that sort
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Miami seems like a nice place to live Yeah about 5.5 million other people feel that way as well! Its the second most populous city in the south east US! Wow, I didn't know that. It's usually warm right? Oh absolutely, its hotter then the devils crib! Lol it is in south Florida so anywhere in Florida ranges 95-105 on a typical summer day! Oh wow, well at least the beach is there to cool you down Well.. Not so fast, Miami Dade county has some of the warmest ocean tempuratures for US beaches, the water gets well above 80 degrees. Many people choose to get in a screened in swimming pool instead or will throw ice in their swimming pool just to get it to a normal pool tempurature!! Lol that's something I've never heard of before
year-round good air quality, vast green spaces, clean drinking water, clean streets and citywide recycling programs. Economy PortMiami. Miami is home to one of the largest ports in the United States, the PortMiami. It is the largest cruise ship port in the world, and is often called the "Cruise Capital of the World" and the "Cargo Gateway of the Americas". It has retained its status as the number one cruise/passenger port in the world for well over a decade, accommodating the
: Yeah, go with whatever line makes you feel better, it's obviously very tongue-in-cheek either way. And I really appreciate you telling me about it, that's really nice [...] I don't think anyone would listen to that and be like 'that's a real diss, she must be crying.' You've gotta tell the story the way that it happened to you and the way that you experienced it. You honestly didn't know who I was before that. It
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I've been training for the past several weeks and I'm happy to announce I ran the mile in under 4 minutes That is fantastic. Not easy to be sure. The mile run event was first started in England where they used it to gamble. Haha. That may explain why I have an affliction for gambling. I usually run it in about 5 minutes, but last week something was different. I had more energy They also use the mile run as an Army Physical Fitness Test. They are checking for muscular strength, endurance and such. I am interested in joining the army, so this may be useful then. I started running the mile to get more physically fit, but now it has kind of turned into an obsession. That's good that you've been training. Soldiers are required to do well in three areas: push-ups, sit-ups, and a two mile run. You might want to work on the others too. That's great advice thank you. I can't do push-ups that well so now I have another goal to add to my list. It was great talking to you! Well, if you are thinking of joining the military, you will have to get used to them. They are used as a common form of punishment there also. Hahaha really!? That's not good. I guess I will have to make sure to not get in trouble. My "yes sirs" will be on point
Military Rule Medal The Military Rule Medal was instituted by the State President of the Republic of Transkei to commemorate the bloodless military coup d'état which overthrew the Transkei government on 30 November 1987. The Transkei Defence Force. The Transkei Defence Force (TDF) was established upon that country's independence on 26 October 1976. The Republic of Transkei ceased to exist on 27 April 1994 and the Transkei Defence Force was amalgamated with six other military forces into the South African National Defence Force (SANDF). Coup d'état.
think that's why I got voted out. That's fair enough because it is supposed to be the love island and I obviously hadn't found love. I'm still looking, though, and I've been out searching ever since." Series 2 (2006). The second series first aired on 10 July, and ran for seven weeks, a little longer than the previous year's series. It was announced in late May 2006 that Fearne Cotton would be Kielty's new co-host with Series
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I plan on visiting Seattle next month. That is all the way on the west coast, are you close to Seattle? No, I live in the South. I'm a country boy.
Seattle Seattle ( ) is a seaport city on the West Coast of the United States. It is the seat of King County, Washington. With an estimated 744,955 residents , Seattle is the largest city in both the state of Washington and the Pacific Northwest region of North America. According to U.S. Census data released in 2018, the Seattle metropolitan area's population stands at 3.94 million, and ranks as the 15th largest in the United States. In July 2013, it was the fastest-growing major city in the United
on a four-city tour of Seattle, San Francisco, New York City, and Los Angeles, where they played their entire album live, including a cover of Handsome Boy Modeling School’s “I’ve Been Thinking.” Discography. Discography Albums. - "I Love You but I Must Drive Off This Cliff Now" (2014) Discography Singles. - "You and Me (Board Mix)" (2013) - "I'm Down" (2013) - "Did We
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Stephen Edwin King is such a great author. he really is a good author but weird sometimes
Stephen King Stephen Edwin King (born September 21, 1947) is an American author of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy novels. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been adapted into feature films, miniseries, television series, and comic books. King has published 58 novels (including seven under the pen name Richard Bachman) and six non-fiction books. He has written approximately 200 short stories, most of which have been published in book collections
and terrifying family drama." Paul Tassi of "Forbes" called it "absolutely fantastic" and stated that "it may actually be Netflix's best original show ever." Horror author Stephen King, a huge admirer of Jackson's novel, tweeted about the series: "I don't usually care for this kind of revisionism, but this is great. Close to a work of genius, really. I think Shirley Jackson would approve, but who knows for sure". See also. - "
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The color yellow is so pretty and bright, it always reminds me of happy times! I like it because it reminds me of sunlight, which has a bit of a yellowish hue because of the surface temperature of the sun. I bet that is a hot temperature! Yellow does seem to represent many different things
as egg yolks, buttercups, and bananas. They absorb light energy and protect plants from photodamage. Sunlight has a slight yellowish hue when sun is near a horizon, due to atmosphere scattering shorter wavelengths (green, blue, and violet). Because it was widely available, yellow ochre pigment was one of the first colors used in art; the Lascaux cave in France has a painting of a yellow horse 17,000 years old. Ochre and orpiment pigments were used to represent gold and skin color in Egyptian tombs, then
's primary, Pi Sagitarii A, matches a stellar classification of F2 II. The 'II' luminosity class is for a bright giant star that has exhausted the hydrogen at its core and has followed an evolutionary track away from the main sequence of stars like the Sun. Because it has nearly six times the mass of the Sun, it reached this stage in a mere 67 million years. The outer envelope is radiating energy at an effective temperature of about 6,590 K, giving it the yellow-white hue of
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I have recently watched a documentary about human cannibalism. It is actually practiced in New Guinea and parts of the Solomon Islands. Really? I thought that cannibalism had ceased long ago. That is very interesting.
Human cannibalism Human cannibalism is the act or practice of humans eating the flesh or internal organs of other human beings. A person who practices cannibalism is called a cannibal. The expression "cannibalism" has been extended into zoology to mean one individual of a species consuming all or part of another individual of the same species as food, including sexual cannibalism. Some scholars have argued, however, that no firm evidence exists that cannibalism has ever been a socially acceptable practice anywhere in the world, at any time in history.
The Island Carib people of the Lesser Antilles, from whom the word cannibalism is derived, acquired a long-standing reputation as cannibals following the recording of their legends in the 17th century. Some controversy exists over the accuracy of these legends and the prevalence of actual cannibalism in the culture. Cannibalism was practiced in New Guinea and in parts of the Solomon Islands, and flesh markets existed in some parts of Melanesia. Fiji was once known as the "Cannibal Isles". Cannibalism has been well documented around the world,
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Hi, what is your opinion on Dogs? I personally love dogs They are the most common terrestrial carnivore They are also adorable too, the Corgi is my favorite dog, but I also own a maltie poo, which is super cute Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs were bred for cattle herding I have heard that, they are so cute, they run in circles around people and nip their heels, it shows they were bred to do that Those dogs came from Flemish weavers in the 10th century. That I have not heard, It is funny to me, because they are so small they seem like they would not be effective at any anything but being a lapdog
Lap dog A lapdog or lap dog is a dog that is both small enough to be held in the arms or lie comfortably on a person's lap and temperamentally predisposed to do so. "Lapdogs" are not a specific breed, but is a generic term for a type of dog of small size and friendly disposition. "Lapdogs" historically were kept in many societies around the world by individuals with leisure time, as docile companion animals with no working function other than companionship. Genetic analysis reveals that lapdogs are
Pembroke Welsh Corgi The Pembroke Welsh Corgi (; Welsh for "dwarf dog") is a cattle herding dog breed which originated in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is one of two breeds known as a Welsh Corgi. The other is the Cardigan Welsh Corgi, and both descend from the line of northern spitz-type dogs (such as the Siberian Husky). Another theory is that Pembrokes are descended from the Swedish Vallhunds, which were crossed with the local Welsh herding dogs. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is the younger of the
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I really enjoy watching and playing hockey! Do you enjoy the sport? No but I have read a bit about it I know there is bandy, ice, and field hockey True! I always forget about field hockey. Which one came first?
& Bacularem: & ad Canibucam & Gallorum Pugnam". The English historian and biographer John Strype did not use the word "hockey" when he translated the proclamation in 1720, instead translating "Canibucam" as "Cambuck"; this may have referred to either an early form of hockey or a game more similar to golf or croquet. The word "hockey" itself is of unknown origin. One supposition is that it is a derivative of "hoquet", a Middle French word for a shepherd's stave.
what it says. It is a terrorist song. I think it's a response to terrorism. There's something about terrorism that I've always admired. The fact that there are no alibis or no compromises. That position is always very attractive. I don't like it when it's manifested on the physical plane – I don't really enjoy the terrorist activities – but Psychic Terrorism. I remember there was a great poem by Irving Layton that I once read, I'll give you a paraphrase of it. It
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I really want to fly a plane someday. It think that is one of the top things on my bucket list it is really hard An aircraft pilot or aviator is a person who controls the flight of an aircraft. It would take quite a few lessons for me to be able to pilot a plane. But I used to be afraid of heights and I like to confront my fears In recognition of the pilots' qualifications and responsibilities, most militaries get awarded badges. The military awards badges for various acheivement in service. The Air Force awards badges for many different things
three autonomous forces: the Army Ground Forces, the Services of Supply (which in 1943 became the Army Service Forces), and the Army Air Forces. Each of these forces had a commanding general who reported directly to the Army Chief of Staff. The AAF administered all parts of military aviation formerly distributed among the Air Corps, General Headquarters Air Force, and the ground forces' corps area commanders, and thus became the first air organization of the U.S. Army to control its own installations and support personnel. The peak
for fifteen years. . . . When I first found out the life expectancy for the first time, it really scared me. Right now, it's about thirty-six. It's just one of those things that really makes you appreciate life. It makes me appreciate where you are, as a person. I want to make the most out of my life and have as much fun as I possibly can and my biggest fear is not being able to do that. In the video, Warnecke is seen
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Hey! What got you into whittling? Hey jude, the song by the beatles written by Paul Mccartney Interesting! How did this song impact your life in any way My cousin loved the beatles so i had to listen to all the singles from their Apple Records label. That sounds awesome. I've never actually listened to them. Did your cousin whittle? Yes, she would carve shapes out of wood and listen to the beatles. How long have you been carving wood? Is it something you always enjoyed?
and have better leverage, allowing more precise control and pressure. Occasionally the terms "whittling" and "carving" are used interchangeably, but they are different arts. Carving employs the use of chisels, gouges, with or without a mallet, while whittling involves only the use of a knife. Carving frequently involves powered equipment such as lathes. In industrialized areas of the world, whittling is mainly a hobby and not an occupational activity as it was before powered wood working equipment enabled modern production. "Splash
Hey Jude "Hey Jude" is a song by the English rock band the Beatles that was released as a non-album single in August 1968. It was written by Paul McCartney and credited to the Lennon–McCartney partnership. The single was the Beatles' first release on their Apple record label and one of the "First Four" singles by Apple's roster of artists, marking the label's public launch. "Hey Jude" was a number-one hit in many countries around the world and became the
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My brother is a HUGE fan of comic books. I kind of enjoy them too. Do you?
in the U.S. in 1933 and was a reprinting of earlier newspaper humor comic strips, which had established many of the story-telling devices used in comics. The term "comic book" derives from American comic books once being a compilation of comic strips of a humorous tone; however, this practice was replaced by featuring stories of all genres, usually not humorous in tone. The largest comic book market is Japan. By 1995, the manga market in Japan was valued at (), with annual sales of 1.9billion
, you can't heckle back, you gotta just take it and enjoy it, and for me I've always been a fan and I knew that was kind of a wow we made it moment, and also they were kind of attacking Disney more than me, so I didn't really feel threatened. Now I watch it back and laugh and Mickey kicked my ass so I won the episode by being beat up by Mickey Mouse." Home release. "The Ring", along with the thirteen
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ice cream is so delicious i love it.
Ice cream Ice cream (derived from earlier iced cream or cream ice) is a sweetened frozen food typically eaten as a snack or dessert. It may be made from dairy milk or cream, or soy, cashew, coconut or almond milk, and is flavored with a sweetener, either sugar or an alternative, and any spice, such as cocoa or vanilla. Colourings are usually added, in addition to stabilizers. The mixture is stirred to incorporate air spaces and cooled below the freezing point of water to prevent detectable
as you like. It is a very popular festival and is Ikeda's main event of the year. Near to the wine castle is Happiness Dairy, a local cheese and ice cream producer. You can see the dairy making process here, or taste the delicious ice cream at the end of the process. The dairy farm is so popular it has been renamed by locals as "Happiness Daily". About 2 kilometres from the station is "Makiba no ie" a campsite with log cabins available for rent. It
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I would love to visit Florida, I bet the have some beautiful beaches there! Florida does have some amazing beaches. They also have a lot of pretty flowers. I wonder what their state flower is in Florida, what kinds of flowers do they have there?
Florida Florida () is the southernmost contiguous state in the United States. The state is bordered to the west by the Gulf of Mexico, to the northwest by Alabama, to the north by Georgia, to the east by the Atlantic Ocean, and to the south by the Straits of Florida. Florida is the 22nd-most extensive (), the 3rd-most populous (21,312,211 inhabitants), and the 8th-most densely populated () of the U.S. states. Jacksonville is the most populous municipality in the
and New Year’s day on to public beaches towns etc obviously have no education what so ever so to allow them loose is inviting huge dirt and troubles and discomfort to others. I’m sorry to say that I was among the revellers and all I saw were black on black skins what a shame. I do know some wonderful and thoughtful black people. This lot of monkeys just don’t want to even try. But think they can voice opinions about statute and get their way oh dear. From now I shall address
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I have homebrewed before. Beer can be fun to craft. basically homebrewing is personal small scale beer production Yes, that is correct. And it can be used to make some really cool concoctions. beer has been brewed by home brewers even prior to commercial production Home brewers have been around for centuries if not thousands of years. when people first started they made thick beers, then fruit and rice wines That's interest. Rice is also very versatile.
throughout its 7,000-year history, beginning in the Neolithic period in Mesopotamia (modern Iraq), Egypt and China. It seems to have first developed as thick beers; during this time meads, fruit wines and rice wines were also developed. Women brewers dominated alcohol production on every occupied continent until commercialization and industrialization of brewing occurred. The tradition of brewing being in the domain of women stemmed from the fact that brewing was a by-product of gathering, and often considered a part of baking. The Greeks and Romans
Homebrewing Homebrewing is the brewing of beer, mead, and ciders on a small scale for personal, non-commercial purposes. Supplies, such as kits and fermentation tanks, can be purchased locally at specialty stores or online. Alcohol has been brewed on the domestic level since its advent, thousands of years prior to its commercial production, although its legality has varied according to local regulation. In the United States, a permit is required to distill spirits such as moonshine. History. Beer has been brewed domestically
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I love eating pizza, what of you I love it. Its the only food I don't ever tire of even if it is a traditional Italian dish You mean you like eating Italian pizza Well pizza is from Italy. The phrase Pizza was first recorded in the 10th century, in a Latin manuscript from Southern Italy That was truly an ancient cuisine The actual pizza that you and I consume today actually was invented in Naples and its variants have become popular to this day. Is Naples in Italy?
. Many companies sell ready-baked frozen pizzas to be reheated in an ordinary home oven. The "Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana" (lit. True Neapolitan Pizza Association) is a non-profit organization founded in 1984 with headquarters in Naples that aims to promote traditional Neapolitan pizza. In 2009, upon Italy's request, Neapolitan pizza was registered with the European Union as a Traditional Speciality Guaranteed dish, and in 2017 the art of its making was included on UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage. Etymology.
called pizzettas. The term "pizza" was first recorded in the 10th century in a Latin manuscript from the Southern Italian town of Gaeta in Lazio, on the border with Campania. Modern pizza was invented in Naples, and the dish and its variants have since become popular in many countries. It has become one of the most popular foods in the world and a common fast food item in Europe and North America, available at pizzerias (restaurants specializing in pizza), restaurants offering Mediterranean cuisine, and via pizza delivery
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Hey there! I'm a real foodie and I love to cook. I made some Vietnamese style beef lettuce wraps for dinner tonight. Do you like cooking? I love to cook! What are your favorite recipes and styles of cooking?
Cooking Cooking or cookery is the art, technology, science and craft of preparing food for consumption. Cooking techniques and ingredients vary widely across the world, from grilling food over an open fire to using electric stoves, to baking in various types of ovens, reflecting unique environmental, economic, and cultural traditions and trends. The ways or types of cooking also depend on the skill and type of training an individual cook has. Cooking is done both by people in their own dwellings and by professional cooks and chefs in restaurants
incorporates Heid's poetic writing style, and there are essays, interviews, cooking tips and notes throughout. “Writing about cooking is a lot like poetry to me – interesting and emotional and evocative and condensed. So is cooking itself … themes and carrying certain flavors and matching things together," says Erdrich Reception. From a Madison, Wisconsin publication, "Poet Heid E. Erdrich does not consider herself a cook or even a foodie, but you wouldn’t know it by the appetizing recipes and edifying tales in her
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Hi, I am from Colorado, it contains most of the southern Rocky MOuntains and edge of the Great Plains. Are you in the US? Yes I am in Florida and there absolutely no mountains here unfortunately. Would love to visit the Rocky Mountains. It is very beautiful here. It is also the 8 th largest state and about 21st most populated in the US. Wow that is very interesting, I heard there were hot springs and the flatirons in boulder. I would like to go there soon , The state was named for the Colorado River by Spanish travelers, and it is very gorgeous also, Awesome, I would love to go down the Colorado river and through glenwood canyon. Looks breathtaking
Colorado River The Colorado River is one of the principal rivers (along with the Rio Grande) in the Southwestern United States and northern Mexico. The river drains an expansive, arid watershed that encompasses parts of seven U.S. and two Mexican states. Starting in the central Rocky Mountains of Colorado, the river flows generally southwest across the Colorado Plateau and through the Grand Canyon before reaching Lake Mead on the Arizona–Nevada border, where it turns south toward the international border. After entering Mexico, the Colorado approaches the mostly dry
Green River. From Green River to the Colorado state line, I-70 follows the southern edge of the Book Cliffs. Route description Colorado. Entering from Utah, I-70 descends into the Grand Valley, where it meets the Colorado River, which provides its path up the western slope of the Rocky Mountains. Here I-70 serves the Grand Junction metro area before traversing more mountainous terrain. The last section of I-70 to be completed was the 15-mile (24 km) Glenwood Canyon. This stretch was completed in 1992 and was
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Do you ever go to thrift shops? Of course yes!. I like them because they are retail establishments run by a charitable organization to raise money. We have a few in our town and every once in a while I pop in. Sometimes they have really great stuff! They really are as you said probably because they are a social enterprise in nature I think some pretty large organizations run some of them. Like the Salvation Army, for example. They have a long history. Yes, you can get items such as clothing, books, music albums, home videos, and furniture to buy and they are often donated by the public Sometimes I donate clothes, furniture, and household items. You can get a tax deduction.
Charity shop A charity shop, thrift shop or opportunity shop (colloquially referred to as an op shop) is a retail establishment run by a charitable organization to raise money. Charity shops are a type of social enterprise. They sell mainly used goods such as clothing, books, music albums, DVDs, and furniture donated by members of the public, and are often staffed by volunteers. Because the items for sale were obtained for free, and business costs are low, the items can be sold at competitive prices.
"it's a really commercial compilation but that was how I initially got into dance music. I used to get my pocket money and go up to Our Price once a month and buy tapes." Speaking of The Orb's songs "Assassin" and "Blue Room," he said "they have this crazy psychedelic percussion that's so textural. I used to really like the psychedelic stuff a lot more, I used to go to these raves at the Drome called Mindscapes and they used to play a lot of
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i really like making bagels, iits my favorite food, do you like bagels? Bagels are great, I eat them everyday. They are actually made from yeasted wheat dough by first boiling it in water and then baking it. Yes, they originated from Jews in Poland, im a jew from Poland so they are common for me :D I think it goes back to the Ashkenazi Jewish communities in the 17th century. I didnt know that, its really interesting, i like eating them for breakfast with some swiss cheese in between The first know mention of bagels was in 1610, in Kraków, Poland. Since, bagels have become very popular in the United State as well. Thats interesting i have visited Krakow, but havent tried Bagels there, bagels are now really popular bread product in North America Yes indeed, a famous brand for bagles in the US is Lender's Bagels. They are part of Kraft Foods today but started in 1927 in new Haven Connecticut as a family business. I eat them everyday, best generic bagles out there actually :D
population, many with alternative ways of making them. Like other bakery products, bagels are available (fresh or frozen, often in many flavors) in many major supermarkets in those cities. The basic roll-with-a-hole design is hundreds of years old and has other practical advantages besides providing more even cooking and baking of the dough: The hole could be used to thread string or dowels through groups of bagels, allowing easier handling and transportation and more appealing seller displays. History. Linguist Leo
Bagel A bagel ( '; ), also historically spelled beigel, is a bread product originating in the Jewish communities of Poland. It is traditionally shaped by hand into the form of a ring from yeasted wheat dough, roughly hand-sized, that is first boiled for a short time in water and then baked. The result is a dense, chewy, doughy interior with a browned and sometimes crisp exterior. Bagels are often topped with seeds baked on the outer crust, with the traditional ones being poppy or
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Do you like tennis? It's a sport that can be played against one opponent or between teams of two players, and it uses a racket. I am not really a big tennis fan i would prefer basketball and football The whole point in the game is to send the ball over to the other side of the net so that the opponent can't return the ball (but without going out of bounds). I like football a lot by the way. yea i see that it is very challenging and athletic.Who are your favorite tennis players
gain a point, while the opposite player will. Tennis is an Olympic sport and is played at all levels of society and at all ages. The sport can be played by anyone who can hold a racket, including wheelchair users. The modern game of tennis originated in Birmingham, England, in the late 19th century as lawn tennis. It had close connections both to various field (lawn) games such as croquet and bowls as well as to the older racket sport today called real tennis. During most of the
Tennis Tennis is a racket sport that can be played individually against a single opponent (singles) or between two teams of two players each (doubles). Each player uses a tennis racket that is strung with cord to strike a hollow rubber ball covered with felt over or around a net and into the opponent's court. The object of the game is to maneuver the ball in such a way that the opponent is not able to play a valid return. The player who is unable to return the ball will not
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So I have been using an artificial "fly" to catch fish lately. It is called fly fishing. lol That sounds fun. How does it work? Well in fly fishing we use a specialized weighted line to cast the fly. Interesting!! tell me more
Fly fishing Fly fishing is an angling method that uses a light-weight lure -- called an artificial fly -- to catch fish. The fly is cast using a fly rod, reel, and specialized weighted line. The light weight requires casting techniques significantly different from other forms of casting. The flies may resemble natural invertebrates, baitfish, or other food organisms. Fly fishing can be done in fresh or salt water. North Americans usually distinguish freshwater fishing between cold-water species (trout, salmon, steelhead)
fly line to the leader, or tippet. The knot can be tied in multiple ways and is uniform. Most common uses in fly-fishing are attaching the leader to the fly line and attaching the fly line to the backing. Fly-fishing is an angling method in which an artificial "fly" is used to catch fish. The fly is cast using a fly rod, reel, and specialized weighted line. Casting a nearly weightless fly or "lure" requires casting techniques significantly different from other forms of
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I have an abundance of money and material possessions. I don't even know what to do with it all! Do you know anyone with lots of money? No I sure don't tell me more about it because it sounds awesome!
Wealth Wealth is the abundance of valuable financial assets or physical possessions which can be converted into a form that can be used for transactions. This includes the core meaning as held in the originating old English word "weal", which is from an Indo-European word stem. The modern concept of wealth is of significance in all areas of economics, and clearly so for growth economics and development economics, yet the meaning of wealth is context-dependent. An individual possessing a substantial net worth is known as "wealthy
irritation over us going to Beijing and Moscow but, I don't know, we have lots of fans everywhere—we do this for our fans, we don't do it for the money because there's no money there", conceding: "We're not going to be the generation of artists that's gonna, you know, 'cash-in' from the Chinese people. That belongs to the future [generation of artists]." Marie Fredriksson argued: "I get so pissed off with all
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Blue is my favorite color, and it is between violet and green on the light spectrum. Well pink is mine, why do you love blue and not other colors?
Purple Purple is a color intermediate between blue and red. It is similar to violet, but unlike violet, which is a spectral color with its own wavelength on the visible spectrum of light, purple is a secondary color made by combining red and blue. The complementary color of purple in the RYB color model is yellow. According to surveys in Europe and North America, purple is the color most often associated with rarity, royalty, magic, mystery, and piety. When combined with pink, it is associated
order that the blue light produced by water's absorption can return to the surface and be observed. Such scattering can also shift the spectrum of the emerging photons toward the green, a color often seen when water laden with suspended particles is observed. Color names. Various cultures divide the semantic field of colors differently from the English language usage and some do not distinguish between blue and green in the same way. An example is Welsh where "glas" can mean blue or green. Other color names assigned to
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I always enjoy Halloween time. It's fun to see everyone get creative.
Halloween Halloween or Hallowe'en (a contraction of Hallows' Even or Hallows' Evening), also known as Allhalloween, All Hallows' Eve, or All Saints' Eve, is a celebration observed in several countries on 31 October, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows' Day. It begins the three-day observance of Allhallowtide, the time in the liturgical year dedicated to remembering the dead, including saints (hallows), martyrs, and all the faithful departed. It is widely believed that
get things wrong and are free to explore crazy situations, usually comic. I feel that laughter in itself is a therapy. [...] There are no rules and regulations. I encourage them to improvise, try things out, and enjoy it. [...] I realised more and more how important the element of fun is – it's a sort of playground of creative ideas – they can play and they are allowed to play [...] They ask me how do I do this and I say well I am
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Henry Ford founded The Ford Motor Company and incorporated on June 16, 1903. Really? I have a Ford truck and always wondered about the history of Fords That's awesome that you want to know more about Ford. I know that they are headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan which is a suburb of Detroit. I know its a major industry to produce the vehicles what else can you tell me about Ford? This is uncommon knowledge, but they sell commercial vehicles under the Ford brand and most luxury cars under the Lincoln brand. Really? I wonder what the annual sales are?
), Taiwan (Ford Lio Ho), Thailand (AutoAlliance Thailand), Turkey (Ford Otosan), and Russia (Ford Sollers). The company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and is controlled by the Ford family; they have minority ownership but the majority of the voting power. Ford introduced methods for large-scale manufacturing of cars and large-scale management of an industrial workforce using elaborately engineered manufacturing sequences typified by moving assembly lines; by 1914, these methods were known around the world as
Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company is an American multinational automaker that has its main headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit. It was founded by Henry Ford and incorporated on June 16, 1903. The company sells automobiles and commercial vehicles under the Ford brand and most luxury cars under the Lincoln brand. Ford also owns Brazilian SUV manufacturer Troller, an 8% stake in Aston Martin of the United Kingdom and a 32% stake in Jiangling Motors. It also has joint-ventures in China (Changan Ford
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I love watching the Tour De France. It has gotten me more involved with bicycling. It has been around since 1903 I'm not sure I know what Tour De France is. Do you mind telling me more It is a yearly bicycle race that is based in France, but also passes through other counties how fun! What other countries? Just the surrounding countries. The race consists of 21 stages. It lasts longer than 3 weeks! what?? 3 weeks?? I would die lol I love riding a bike but i can't imagine doing it for 3 weeks There are other races that are about the same length. Another major one is the Giro d'Italia nice, i bet those people are in a really good shape
Giro d'Italia The Giro d'Italia (; ; also known as the Giro) is an annual multiple-stage bicycle race primarily held in Italy, while also occasionally passing through nearby countries. The first race was organized in 1909 to increase sales of the newspaper "La Gazzetta dello Sport"; however it is currently run by RCS Sport. The race has been held annually since its first edition in 1909, except when it was stopped for the two world wars. As the Giro gained prominence and popularity the race was lengthened,
best sports article of the year and the Grand Prix of Sporting Literature in 1972 for his work on the Tour de France. Jacques Anquetil said of the insight of Chany's journalism: "Don't ask me to tell you what happened during the race. There's someone more competent than I am to do that... Even I will wait until tomorrow's article by Pierre Chany in L'Équipe to find what I did, why and how I did it. What gives him authority is that he is competent, that he
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I'm not a vegetarian, are you? I am, I refrain from eating meat out of respect for living creatures. Then what is their purpose on the earth then? I'm not sure but I am buddhist so I value virtue, morality, and moral discipline and that includes respecting all living creatures. Oh, I can respect your views. How did you learn about Buddhism? I was raised in a Korean Buddhist family. It's not exactly like Mahayana Buddhism. There are some similarities though. That's very interesting. Did you grow up in the US or another country?
Multiple citizenship Multiple citizenship, dual citizenship, multiple nationality or dual nationality, is a person's citizenship status, in which a person is concurrently regarded as a citizen of more than one state under the laws of those states. Conceptually, "citizenship" is focused on the internal political life of the state and "nationality" is a matter of international dealings. There is no international convention which determines the nationality or citizenship status of a person. This is defined exclusively by national laws, which can vary and conflict with
a second home in Oakhurst, N.J. Quotes from Lester Markel. "What you see is news. What you know is background. What you feel is opinion."; "I'm not looking for admiration. All I want is respect."; "Sure I'm a tough editor. I don't believe in Gallup Poll editors who give the reader what they think he wants. I try to please myself."; "I am basically a one- or two-syllable and only occasionally a three
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My truck broke down and I had to get a mechanic to diagnose and repair it. How awful. Do you know anything about mechanics? I wish I do. All I know is they quote a price to fix it and it always seem to cost more than the quote Yes I hate that I don't know if they are overcharging me, I hope I knew at least that. It seem to be the same for repairs or remodeling my home. I always follow through when the mechanic suggests preventative maintenance in the hopes it will prevent an expensive repair later. i Does it? I always prefer to take time to consider those and don't be rushed in expending more that I should.
of one or more parts as assemblies. Basic vehicle maintenance is a fundamental part of a mechanic's work in modern industrialized countries while in others they are only consulted when a vehicle is already showing signs of malfunction. Preventative maintenance is also a fundamental part of a mechanic's job, but this is not possible in the case of vehicles that are not regularly maintained by a mechanic. One misunderstood aspect of preventative maintenance is "scheduled replacement" of various parts, which occurs before failure to avoid far more expensive damage.
all races, and you can see yourself in all these characters...This is a multicultural movie and I'm going to make it even more multicultural in my approach to its casting. There's African-Americans in the movie...so it's a source of pride for me. The irony that [protesters] would label this with anything but the greatest pride, that the movie poster has Noah and Dev on it and my name on it. I don't know what else to do." In this quote,
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Hi! Have you ever met a Hindu from Louisiana?
Hindus Hindus () are persons who regard themselves as culturally, ethnically, or religiously adhering to aspects of Hinduism. Historically, the term has also been used as a geographical, cultural, and later religious identifier for people living in the "Hind" (Indian subcontinent). The historical meaning of the term "Hindu" has evolved with time. Starting with the Persian and Greek references to the land of the Indus in the 1st millennium BCE through the texts of the medieval era, the term Hindu implied a
"You Am I Is the Longest Love Affair I Have Ever Had", FasterLouder writer A.H. Cayley singled out "Hi Fi Way" and "Hourly, Daily" as the two high points of the band's career, which You Am I fans speak of with a "hushed reverence". 2013 reissues, concert tour. In 2013, You Am I reissued remastered versions of "Sound As Ever", "Hi Fi Way", and "Hourly Daily" with bonus discs featuring B-sides,
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I've never been to Starbucks, can you tell me what all of the hype is about?
Starbucks Starbucks Corporation is an American coffee company and coffeehouse chain. Starbucks was founded in Seattle, Washington in 1971. As of early 2019, the company operates over 30,000 locations worldwide. Starbucks is considered the main representative of "second wave coffee", initially distinguishing itself from other coffee-serving venues in the US by taste, quality, and customer experience while popularizing darkly roasted coffee. Since the 2000s, third wave coffee makers have targeted quality-minded coffee drinkers with hand-made coffee based on lighter roasts
always snow there. What colour are the bears?" Typical response: "I don't know. I've seen a black bear. I've never seen any others. … Every locality has its own animals." - Oral subjects proved unwilling to analyze themselves. When asked "what sort of person are you?" one responded: "What can I say about my own heart? How can I talk about my character? Ask others; they can tell you about me. I myself can’t say
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Do you enjoy the show South Park, that was created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone? It is often on Comedy Central. I love south park, it was amazing and still is but i prefered season like 8-18 more so tahn some new ones Yes, the four main boys, Stan, Kyle, Eric and Kenny, definitely has some wild adventures! Yea, has some great gags, love that show, so good at being satirical
towards a mature audience. Parker and Stone developed the show from "The Spirit of Christmas", two consecutive animated shorts. The latter became one of the first Internet viral videos, ultimately leading to "South Park"'s production. Since its debut on August 13, 1997, episodes of "South Park" have been broadcast. It debuted with great success, consistently earning the highest ratings of any basic cable program. Subsequent ratings have varied but it remains one of Comedy Central's highest rated shows, and
South Park (franchise) South Park is an American multimedia comedy franchise created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone. It is based on the television series of the same name, originally developed by Brian Graden for the Comedy Central television network. TV show. "South Park" is an American adult animated sitcom created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone and developed by Brian Graden for the Comedy Central television network. The show revolves around four boys—Stan Marsh, Kyle Broflovski, Eric Cartman, and Kenny McCormick—
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Dogs are such cool animals. They were one of the first domestic animals and the most widely abundant terrestrial carnivore. They are very nice! And they come in all shapes and sizes. It's hard to imagine the Chihuahua and the Great Dane come from the same ancestry. I know what you mean! They were selectively bred over millennia which is how breeds came to be. Did they originally come from wolves? I heard that before. That's correct. They came from wolves and were bred for different behaviors and sensory capabilities. Interesting. I always though it would be funny to imagine the Chihuahua surviving in the wild. But I guess they were once larger and more ferocious.
was the first species to be domesticated and has been selectively bred over millennia for various behaviors, sensory capabilities, and physical attributes. Their long association with humans has led dogs to be uniquely attuned to human behavior and they are able to thrive on a starch-rich diet that would be inadequate for other canid species. Dogs vary widely in shape, size and colors. They perform many roles for humans, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, assisting police and military, companionship and, more recently
animals. Humans determine which animal or plant will reproduce and which of the offspring will survive; thus, they determine which genes will be passed on to future generations. The process of artificial selection has had a significant impact on the evolution of domestic animals. For example, people have produced different types of dogs by controlled breeding. The differences in size between the Chihuahua and the Great Dane are the result of artificial selection. Despite their dramatically different physical appearance, they and all other dogs evolved from a few wolves domesticated by
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My husband is a lawyer and he is advocate for elderly people. What kind of cases does he handle? He mainly deals with discrimination in the elderly. Oh, so cases of workplace discrimination? Are there industries where this is common?
. While the term is also used in regards to prejudice and discrimination against adolescents and children, such as denying them certain rights (e.g. voting), ignoring their ideas because they are considered "too young", or assuming that they should behave in certain ways because of their age, the term is predominantly used in relation to the treatment of older people. Older people themselves can be deeply ageist, having internalized a lifetime of negative stereotypes about aging. Fear of death and fear of disability and dependence are major causes
than eight million people (or 4 percent of the U.S. workforce) identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT)." Even so, the LGBT group has faced constant discrimination and harassment in workplaces, as shown by court cases and historical events. One common form of workplace harassment for LGBT community is the psychological and physical strain in hiding their sexuality in a heterosexist workplace environment. Other form of workplace harassment is direct harassment from the public after disclosing one's sexuality. Because an LGBT individual experiences explicit
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The dog was the first to be domesticated Who decided to domesticate the dog? Not much information on that . But The domestication of animals is the mutual relationship between animals and humans . I have always thought some people had a special bond with dogs, do you know why some do and some don't? Not much information on that . But their long association with humans has led dogs to be attuned to human behavior Are certain dogs better than others?
was the first species to be domesticated and has been selectively bred over millennia for various behaviors, sensory capabilities, and physical attributes. Their long association with humans has led dogs to be uniquely attuned to human behavior and they are able to thrive on a starch-rich diet that would be inadequate for other canid species. Dogs vary widely in shape, size and colors. They perform many roles for humans, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, assisting police and military, companionship and, more recently
Eriugena to be part of the set of "seven mechanical arts". History Use of dogs. Although various other animals have been used to aid the hunter, such as ferrets, the dog has assumed many very important uses to the hunter. The domestication of the dog has led to a symbiotic relationship in which the dog's independence from humans is deferred. Though dogs can survive independently of humans, and in many cases do, as with feral dogs, where hunger is not a primary factor, the species
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I would like to visit Saudi Arabia one day. It looks like a very interesting place. Can you tell me about it?
Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia, officially the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is a sovereign state in Western Asia constituting the bulk of the Arabian Peninsula. With a land area of approximately , Saudi Arabia is geographically the largest sovereign state in the Middle East, the second-largest in the Arab world (after Algeria), the fifth-largest in Asia, and the 12th-largest in the world. Saudi Arabia is bordered by Jordan and Iraq to the north, Kuwait to the northeast, Qatar, Bahrain, and the
day when I was giving a lecture at St Martin's School of Art, a BBC producer, Mike Appleton, was waiting at the back to pick up his girlfriend and he caught the last 10 minutes. He came over and said it was very interesting. 'I am a producer of a programme called "Late Night Line-Up". Would you like to come along and do something similar on the programme?' They liked it and asked me to come back next week and do another one. I initially
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I love pizza! Pizza is a traditional Italian dish consisting of a yeasted flatbread typically but you can top it with anything Yum, Pizza. I like gormet pizza. It is good! The term "pizza" was first recorded in the 10th century I had no clue it was that old. I went on vacation to Italy last spring. They make a different kind of pizza then us. It has very little cheese. If I recall Modern pizza was invented in Naples, and the dish and its variants have since become popular I wonder if that's the type I like. I love mine with goat cheese and goose liver.
. Many companies sell ready-baked frozen pizzas to be reheated in an ordinary home oven. The "Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana" (lit. True Neapolitan Pizza Association) is a non-profit organization founded in 1984 with headquarters in Naples that aims to promote traditional Neapolitan pizza. In 2009, upon Italy's request, Neapolitan pizza was registered with the European Union as a Traditional Speciality Guaranteed dish, and in 2017 the art of its making was included on UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage. Etymology.
my friends". The next question would be something like "Why did you go out with your friends?". Essentially, the format is as follows: The first responses are generally functional justifications, like "I went out with my friends because I wanted some pizza", or "I wanted some pizza because I used to eat it as a child"; but eventually the interviewer hopes to reach a virtue justification like "It's good to be childish". Then it is fair to conclude that the
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I love steak. Espicially with sauteed mushrooms. It does taste good though I don't eat it often due to price and other concerns. Do you pan-fry or broil your steaks? I know usually they're grilled. I grill them. Always grill them. The best.
Steak A steak () is a meat generally sliced across the muscle fibers, potentially including a bone. Exceptions, in which the meat is sliced parallel to the fibers, include the skirt steak cut from the plate, the flank steak cut from the abdominal muscles, and the silverfinger steak cut from the loin and includes three rib bones. In a larger sense, fish steaks, ground meat steaks, pork steak, and many more varieties of steak are known. Steak is usually grilled, but can be pan
like fancy foods like quail on toast, chicken and hot biscuits, or steak smothered in mushrooms. Of course they taste good and I can eat them, but have you ever tried ham hocks and red beans?” -Louis Armstrong, as quoted in A Date with a Dish Ultimately, DeKnight set her sights not on writing a great cookbook (though she did, and it became a bestseller). She strove to overturn stereotypes about African-American cooks and Southern cooking. She states in the preface of A Date
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I have family in Iceland and have considered moving there. It is located in the North Atlantic Ocean It seems like a nice place to live, and having family there already would make the move a lot easier for you probably.
Iceland Iceland (; ) is a Nordic island country in the North Atlantic, with a population of 360,390 and an area of , making it the most sparsely populated country in Europe. The capital and largest city is Reykjavík, with Reykjavík and the surrounding areas in the southwest of the country being home to over two-thirds of the population. Iceland is volcanically and geologically active. The interior consists of a plateau characterised by sand and lava fields, mountains, and glaciers, and many glacial rivers flow to the sea through
of human weakness."—Leo Cheng Suan, Executive committee member, Law Society of Singapore - "We all lived with my father in his house even after we had our own apartments. It was becoming a bit of a joke, because we were already in our 30s and 40s. People tell us 'you guys should be moving out', but we loved to live there. My father was such a nice guy and we are a very knit family. My father spent a lot of time at home with us
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i love florida. So do I, Florida is a lovely state to visit. yep its super fun and nice. I know. Florida also means land of flowers in Spanish. oh yea the spanish are the ones who got the area. Yeah, especially since it is in the southeastern region of the United States. yea its so hot tho. I know, that's one thing that makes Florida a little bit less enjoyable to visit as a state. yea i agree.
Florida Florida () is the southernmost contiguous state in the United States. The state is bordered to the west by the Gulf of Mexico, to the northwest by Alabama, to the north by Georgia, to the east by the Atlantic Ocean, and to the south by the Straits of Florida. Florida is the 22nd-most extensive (), the 3rd-most populous (21,312,211 inhabitants), and the 8th-most densely populated () of the U.S. states. Jacksonville is the most populous municipality in the
Tampa Bay area, the Calusa of southwest Florida and the Tequesta of the southeastern coast. History European arrival. Florida was the first region of the continental United States to be visited and settled by Europeans. The earliest known European explorers came with the Spanish conquistador Juan Ponce de León. Ponce de León spotted and landed on the peninsula on April 2, 1513. He named the region "Florida" ("land of flowers"). The story that he was searching for the Fountain of Youth is mythical and only
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I have a small beagle I understand that beagles are intelligent but very single-minded. Yeah thats very true they are very single- minded animals I guess Snoopy is the most famous beagle. Is your beagle like Snoopy? Hes very clingy to me . Have you ever owned a beagle before ? No I have not but I understand they are really good dogs to have because they have no inherited health problems and have wonderful temperment Very true they do have good health. Have you owned any dogs before ?
Beagle The beagle is a breed of small hound that is similar in appearance to the much larger foxhound. The beagle is a scent hound, developed primarily for hunting hare (beagling). With a great sense of smell and superior tracking instinct, the beagle is employed as detection dog for prohibited agricultural imports and foodstuffs in quarantine around the world. The beagle is intelligent but single-minded. It is a popular pet due to its size, good temper, and lack of inherited health problems. The modern breed
was developed in Great Britain around the 1830s from several breeds, including the Talbot Hound, the North Country Beagle, the Southern Hound, and possibly the Harrier. Beagles have been depicted in popular culture since Elizabethan times in literature and paintings, and more recently in film, television, and comic books. Snoopy of the comic strip "Peanuts" has been called "the world's most famous beagle". History. Small hounds are mentioned in the Forest Laws of Canute which exempted them from the ordinance which
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I like to go swimming for exercise. Me too. It's a great low-impact activity - much easier on the body than running or weightlifting. That's my favorite part about it. I like it much better than running. Agreed! In some countries, swimming lessons are a compulsory part of schooling. I think it should be where I live! Wow, that's a really good idea. It would also probably be a really fun part of your school day! Yes, and kids need more activity! Speaking of kids, I recently read that people are born with a swimming reflex. Interesting! I had no idea it was a reflex!
Swimming Swimming is the self-propulsion of a person through water, usually for recreation, sport, exercise, or survival. Locomotion is achieved through coordinated movement of the limbs, the body, or both. Humans can hold their breath underwater and undertake rudimentary locomotive swimming within weeks of birth, as a survival response. Swimming is consistently among the top public recreational activities, and in some countries, swimming lessons are a compulsory part of the educational curriculum. As a formalized sport, swimming features in a range of
season one? Overall, I go better – season two hasn't been without its faults (Juliette's amnesia went on for way too long, a lot of vagueness about the serialized plot), but I think it had some pretty high highs and felt more self-assured. Plus, the finale was much less frustrating than last season, which makes me think that season three will be in a position to hit the ground running."
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I really like Huskies but I have never owned one. They are beautiful dogs bred for pulling sleds. Huskies, huh? We had one when I was growing up. She was unhappy in the city. That is not surprising. They are working dogs, happiest when they are pulling something. Is that why they are used for pulling sleds?
work to find new pet homes for retired racing and adventure trekking dogs. Etymology. The word "husky" originated from the word referring to aboriginal Arctic people, in general, Eskimo, "...known as 'huskies', a contraction of 'Huskimos', the pronunciation given to the word 'Eskimos' by the English sailors of trading vessels." The use of "husky" is recorded from 1852 for dogs kept by Inuit people. Lineage. Nearly all dogs' genetic closeness to the
in the Working Group. (recognized by the American Kennel Club) According to American Kennel Club, the dogs do jobs such as guard dog, pulling sleds, and rescuing people and things from water – they are mostly family friendly. "People who love Portuguese water dogs say they are like potato chips, you can't have just one. That bubbly, happy personality is the whole package. The beautiful coat, the trainability, the need for a job. They're just adorable", according to Lisa
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I'm in the Navy. Have you ever been in the military? No I haven't but I know that the navy or maritime force is waterborne military watercrafts. What are your favorite ships in the Navy? There are so many to choose from like submarines, surface ships, amphibious ships, and seaborne aviaton. Pick one that you like the most. Okay, i like the submarine most. It's a watercraft that operates underwater. Have you ever visited a submarine?
USS Triton (SSRN-586) USS "Triton" (SSRN/SSN-586) was a United States Navy radar picket nuclear submarine. In early 1960, it became the first vessel to execute a submerged circumnavigation of the Earth in Operation Sandblast. "Triton" accomplished this objective during her shakedown cruise while under the command of Captain Edward L. "Ned" Beach, Jr. She was the only member of her class and had the distinction of being the only Western submarine powered by two nuclear reactors. "Triton" was the
Navy A navy or maritime force is the branch of a nation's armed forces principally designated for naval and amphibious warfare; namely, lake-borne, riverine, littoral, or ocean-borne combat operations and related functions. It includes anything conducted by surface ships, amphibious ships, submarines, and seaborne aviation, as well as ancillary support, communications, training, and other fields. The strategic offensive role of a navy is projection of force into areas beyond a country's shores (for example, to protect sea
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The Benz s-class includes the two-door coupes such as the SEC. Oh really? Do you like Mercedes Benz cars? I do, especially the S-class types. These are the top-of-the-line luxury models, first introduced in 1972. Wow I didn't know they had been around that long. I like the convertibles the best I think. Yeah they looked pretty sweet. Pretty crazy to thing that they were originally called "Sonderklasse." I like the name Mercedes Benz much better. I don't even know how to pronounce the other one!
in Mexico or sold in the United States are available in long wheelbase only. In automotive terms, "Sonderklasse" refers to "a specially outfitted car." Although used colloquially for decades, following its official application in 1972, six generations of officially named "S-Klasse" sedans have been produced. Previous two-door coupe models of the S-Class were known as SEC and later S-Coupe. In 1996 the S-Class coupe was spun off in a separate line as the CL-Class
Mercedes-Benz S-Class The Mercedes-Benz S-Class, formerly known as Sonderklasse (German for "special class", abbreviated as "S-Klasse"), is a series of full-sized luxury flagship vehicles produced by the German automaker Mercedes-Benz, a division of German company Daimler AG. The S-Class designation for top-of-the-line Mercedes-Benz models was officially introduced in 1972 with the W116, and has remained in use ever since. The S
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I used to have the biggest collection of Barbie dolls when I was a wee lad. what type of doll is Barbie dolls? Barbies are a fashion doll created by Mattel. what are they used for?
doll and her lifestyle. Mattel has sold over a billion Barbie dolls, making it the company's largest and most profitable line. However, sales have declined sharply since 2014. The doll transformed the toy business in affluent communities worldwide by becoming a vehicle for the sale of related merchandise (accessories, clothes, friends of Barbie, etc.). She had a significant impact on social values by conveying characteristics of female independence, and with her multitude of accessories, an idealized upscale life-style that can be shared
What's Her Face (doll) What's Her Face was a line of customizable dolls that straddled the line between traditional fashion dolls and creative activity toys. Made by Mattel, the line ran from 2001–2003, and enjoyed only a modest success in a market dominated by Mattel's iconic Barbie and MGA Entertainment's Bratz dolls. Following the discontinuation of the What's Her Face line, their body molds were used for the Wee 3 Friends line of Barbie-related dolls. Several fashion, wig, and activity packs were
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One of my favorite sci-fi books is "Ender's Game" by Orson Scott Card. That does ring a bell but I can't remember why. What's it about? It is about a war between humans and an alien species. Ender is a child who is being trained to lead the human military forces. Wow, that sounds very interesting! I love sci-fi entertainment! What other books has Orson Scott written? He wrote "Speaker for the Dead" in 1986. Both novels won Hugo and Nebula Awards. Have there been any movie adaptations of any of his books?
where Ender's tactical genius is revealed. The book originated as a short story of the same name, published in the August 1977 issue of "Analog Science Fiction and Fact". The novel was published on January 15, 1985. Later, by elaborating on characters and plot lines depicted in the novel, Card was able to write additional books in the "Ender's Game" series. Card also released an updated version of "Ender's Game" in 1991, changing some political facts to reflect the times more
to the observers. Appearance in fiction 1980s. - 1986: In "Speaker for the Dead" by Orson Scott Card, the human xenobiologists and xenologers, biologists and anthropologists observing alien life, are forbidden from giving the native species, the Pequeninos, any technology or information. When one of the xenobiologists is killed in an alien ceremony, they are forbidden to mention it. This happens again until Ender Wiggin, the main character of "Ender's Game", explains to the Pequeninos that humans cannot partake in
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What comes to your mind when you think of comfort foods? In my opinion meatloaf is pretty tough to beat. Meatloaf is great. Mac and cheese is good too. That sounds like a good combination. I don't know how people survived without it - it didn't really make its way into cookbooks until the late 19th century. I did not know that. Do you mix pork and beef for meatloaf?
Meatloaf Meatloaf is a dish of ground meat that has been mixed with other ingredients and formed into the shape of a loaf, then baked or smoked. The final shape is either hand-formed on a flat pan or created by cooking it in a loaf pan. It is usually made with ground beef, although ground lamb, pork, veal, venison, poultry and seafood are also used. The cooked loaf can be sliced like a loaf of bread to make individual portions. Because the dish can become dry
off-time chugs [...] You also get bands like Scale the Summit [who are referred to as] a djent band [when] 80% of their stuff sounds like clean channel, and it's all beautiful and pretty, you know [...] In that way, I think it's cool because it groups really cool bands together [...] We are surrounded by a lot of bands that I respect, but at the same time, I don't think people know what djent is either [...
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I would love a Porsche one day - I didn't realize until recently they were owned by Volkswagen! I had no idea? That seems an odd fit. When was Porsche introduced? Well, they actually built a VW beetle first! and it was one of the most successful car designs of all time - then they went on to build the first porsche Does porsche have any hybrid or electric models now? I think I want my next car to be more climate safe I'm not sure -their current lineup is the Boxter, the 911, Panamera, Macan and Cayenne. One of those may be but I'm not really sure. The Boxter is my favorite model. When did the first one come out?
Beetle. During World War II, Volkswagen production turned to the military version of the Volkswagen Beetle, the Kübelwagen, 52,000 produced, and Schwimmwagen, 15,584 produced. Porsche produced several designs for heavy tanks during the war, losing out to Henschel & Son in both contracts that ultimately led to the Tiger I and the Tiger II. However, not all this work was wasted, as the chassis Porsche designed for the Tiger I was used as the base for the Elefant tank destroyer. Porsche also developed the Maus super-
unit. The Apal 1200 Saloon was an attractive car based on Volkswagen beetle floorplan. It had a thrust-forward nose with a divided front bumper and a well-sloped curved one-piece windshield. The rear-mounted engine was air-cooled, with cooling air exhausting through a grille in the rounded tail, which also sported a divided rear bumper. The company's most successful model was called the Apal Speedster and is a replica of the Porsche 356 Speedster, built on a VW Beetle floorplan. Altogether
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I want to surprise my boyfriend with cupcakes today! I bought some cake mixes and canned frosting and am ready to start! Wish me luck! Good Luck! Other countries have funny names for cupcakes. British call them fairy cake and Australian's call them patty cake. That's hilarious! I'll tell him I made some patty cakes and see what he says! haha! That's too funny! Make sure you don't forget to use the small thin paper or aluminum cups or they will stick to the pan Thanks for the tip! I need to head back to the store get paper cups! You could always do it they way they did it back in the olden days. Use a pottery cup or ramekins. You probably don't have those laying around though Nope, no ramekins here! I don't even know what they are! Heading to the store before it closes - is there anything else I should buy while I'm there?
and took their name from the cups they were baked in. This is the use of the name that has remained, and the name of "cupcake" is now given to any small, round cake that is about the size of a teacup. While English fairy cakes vary in size more than American cupcake, they are traditionally smaller and are rarely topped with elaborate icing. The other kind of "cup cake" referred to a cake whose ingredients were measured by volume, using a standard-sized cup, instead
. Additional themes include a cake designed to resemble a human brain and cupcakes that resemble having bloody teeth emerging from atop them, among others. Commercial varieties. Some companies mass-produce Halloween cakes, such as Hostess Brands, which manufactures Hostess CupCakes for Halloween named "Hostess Scarycakes." The cakes are prepared with orange-colored frosting and a black frosting stripe. See also. - Christmas cake - Candy apple – sometimes served on Halloween and Guy Fawkes Night - List of cakes
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Do you have a tattoo? I've been thinking of getting one but am afraid that it might be painful!
Tattoo A tattoo is a form of body modification where a design is made by inserting ink, dyes and pigments, either indelible or temporary, into the dermis layer of the skin to change the pigment. The art of making tattoos is tattooing. Tattoos fall into three broad categories: purely decorative (with no specific meaning); symbolic (with a specific meaning pertinent to the wearer); pictorial (a depiction of a specific person or item). In addition, tattoos can be used for identification such as
that Evelyn's Husband will do your reputation much good. It might be published to fair advantage, perhaps; but we are convinced that in leaving your earlier work . . . you have made a literary misstep. This sounds rather harsh, I am afraid. I don't want you to think for a minute that we are not appreciative of the many excellent and charmingly written passages. . .' (Bynner). Bynner clearly thought that Chesnutt should have been writing exclusively race fiction" (228). Due to
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I think Golden Retrievers are so beautiful. What do you know about the breed? I like the color and they were bred as gun dogs to retrieve shot waterfowl, like ducks, How popular are they as a breed? I would think they would be quite popular.
coat that lies flat against their bodies and repels water. Golden retrievers are well suited to residency in suburban or country environments. They shed copiously, particularly at the change of seasons, and require fairly regular grooming. The Golden Retriever was originally bred in Scotland in the mid-19th century. The breed is a prominent participant in conformation shows for purebred dogs. The Golden Retriever is popular as a disability assistance dog, such as being a guide dog for the blind and a hearing dog for the deaf. In addition, they
Golden Retriever The Golden Retriever is a large-sized gun dog that retrieve shot waterfowl, such as ducks and upland game birds, during hunting and shooting parties. They were named 'retriever' because of their ability to retrieve shot game undamaged due to their soft mouth. Golden retrievers have an instinctive love of water, and are easy to train to basic or advanced obedience standards. They are a long-coated breed, with a dense inner coat that provides them with adequate warmth in the outdoors, and an outer
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Adoption is the process by which somebody takes legal ownership of a child. I don't know a lot about how to go about the adoption process. Can you tell me some about it? A couple or an individual can be at the helm of the process So they will allow individuals to adopt as well - would that be through a public or a private adoption? These changes are meant to have a permanent change in the parent and child's lives I would imagine so - so many kids in foster care these days due to parents that have no business having children.
or religious sanction. Historically, some societies have enacted specific laws governing adoption; where others have tried to achieve adoption through less formal means, notably via contracts that specified inheritance rights and parental responsibilities without an accompanying transfer of filiation. Modern systems of adoption, arising in the 20th century, tend to be governed by comprehensive statutes and regulations. History. History Antiquity. - Adoption for the well-born While the modern form of adoption emerged in the United States, forms of the practice appeared throughout history.
and Terry meet with an adoption counselor named Anne to go over their worries about becoming parents. The adoption counselor tells them, "Man or woman, gay or straight, what you're facing is a long, long wait." The couple decide upon an open adoption process, where they will be able to meet the baby's birth mother. Melissa, a teenager who is pregnant and homeless, selects them as the couple to care for her child ("Her Name Is Melissa"). She describes her life
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I work at a Brewery. We make and sell beer. Is it an interesting occupation? Yes, brewing initially took place at home. Now in modern times there are larger breweries with 8 to 10 workers, which makes it more fun. do you work on an assembly line type process?
scale, selling the excess; and by the eleventh and twelfth centuries larger, dedicated breweries with eight to ten workers were being built. The diversity of size in breweries is matched by the diversity of processes, degrees of automation, and kinds of beer produced in breweries. A brewery is typically divided into distinct sections, with each section reserved for one part of the brewing process. History. Beer may have been known in Neolithic Europe and was mainly brewed on a domestic scale. In some form,
Brewery A brewery or brewing company is a business that makes and sells beer. The place at which beer is commercially made is either called a brewery or a beerhouse, where distinct sets of brewing equipment are called plant. The commercial brewing of beer has taken place since at least 2500 BC; in ancient Mesopotamia, brewers derived social sanction and divine protection from the goddess Ninkasi. Brewing was initially a cottage industry, with production taking place at home; by the ninth century monasteries and farms would produce beer on a larger
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Hello, are you familiar with contemporary slavery? I was a slave for 10 years. I am somewhat familiar with the term. I believe it has something to do with forced labor
available. Definition. The Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons agency of the United States Department of State says that modern slavery', 'trafficking in persons', and 'human trafficking' have been used as umbrella terms for the act of recruiting, harboring, transporting, providing or obtaining a person for compelled labor or commercial sex acts through the use of force, fraud, or coercion". Besides these, a number of different terms are used in the US federal Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection
an interest in foreign policy and was a familiar figure on current events talk shows. He caused some discussion with public comments about President George W. Bush's foreign policy. In August 2002, Eagleburger questioned the timing of possible military action in Iraq, saying, "I am not at all convinced now that this is something we have to do this very moment." He did indicate he believed that Iraqi regime change could be a legitimate U.S. endeavor at some point, but that at that time he did not believe the administration
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I love Italian cuisine, I cook many pasta dishes at home such as chicken parmigiana. How amazing! I'm actually having a shrimp and angel hair dish for dinner tonight! My girlfriend is too good to me honestly... Nice! I'm jealous. Every try gluten free pasta? I wonder how similar it tastes. I have before, but I wasn't super thrilled about it. Regular old pasta just does it for me. Probably something to do with the carbs...sigh.
Pasta Pasta () is a type of food typically made from an unleavened dough of durum wheat flour (semolina) mixed with water or eggs, and formed into sheets or various shapes, then cooked by boiling or baking. Rice flour, or legumes such as beans or lentils, are sometimes used in place of wheat flour to yield a different taste and texture, or as a gluten-free alternative. Pasta is a staple food of Italian cuisine. Pastas are divided into two broad categories: dried ("
Gibraltarian cuisine Gibraltarian cuisine is the result of a long relationship between the people of Spanish Andalusia and those of Great Britain, as well as the many foreigners who have made Gibraltar their home over the past three centuries. These influences include those of the culinary traditions of Malta, Genoa, and Portugal. This marriage of tastes has produced in Gibraltar an eclectic mix of Mediterranean and British cuisines. Below are some examples of typical Gibraltarian dishes. Pasta. Pasta Rosto. A popular local pasta dish of Italian origin
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Have you ever been underwater? Scuba divers carry their own source of breathing gas, yes i like scuba diving
Underwater diving Underwater diving, as a human activity, is the practice of descending below the water's surface to interact with the environment. Immersion in water and exposure to high ambient pressure have physiological effects that limit the depths and duration possible in ambient pressure diving. Humans are not physiologically and anatomically well adapted to the environmental conditions of diving, and various equipment has been developed to extend the depth and duration of human dives, and allow different types of work to be done. In ambient pressure diving, the
Scuba diving Scuba diving is a mode of underwater diving where the diver uses a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (scuba), which is completely independent of surface supply, to breathe underwater. Scuba divers carry their own source of breathing gas, usually compressed air, allowing them greater independence and freedom of movement than surface-supplied divers, and longer underwater endurance than breath-hold divers. Although the use of compressed air is common, a new mixture called enriched air (Nitrox) has been gaining popularity due to
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My favorite meal is sushi by far. I prefer the white rice over the brown rice sushi though. I like Sushi too, but only once in a while and I prefer sashami. Do you have a favorite sushi place? Yes there is a local place that offers All You can Eat sushi! I like sashimi too, it's just sliced raw fish. Yes, I like the sword fish sashami the best. What kind of sushi do you like the most?
confused with "sashimi", a related dish in Japanese cuisine that consists of thinly sliced raw fish, or occasionally meat, and an optional serving of rice. History. Sushi originates in a Southeast Asian dish, known today as "narezushi" ( – "salted fish"), stored in fermented rice for possibly months at a time. The lacto-fermentation of the rice prevented the fish from spoiling; the rice would be discarded before consumption of the fish. This early type of sushi became an important
as a sushi topping or in a sushi rice ball. For example, watery sushi toppings such as herring roe or abalone easily slide from a sushi rice ball, but wasabi makes sushi toppings hard to slide down. Viscous Hikimi wasabi works especially well. Regarding the color of grated wasabi, residents of Tokyo prefer the deep green wasabi produced in Shizuoka Prefecture, whereas residents of the Keihanshin region (the Kyoto–Osaka–Kobe area) prefer the light green wasabi produced in Shimane Prefecture. The largest company of processed wasabi
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I've always wondered what life would be like in the circus. Perhaps you have some idea?
Circus A circus is a company of performers who put on diverse entertainment shows that may include clowns, acrobats, trained animals, trapeze acts, musicians, dancers, hoopers, tightrope walkers, jugglers, magicians, unicyclists, as well as other object manipulation and stunt-oriented artists. The term "circus" also describes the performance which has followed various formats through its 250-year modern history. Although not the inventor of the medium, Philip Astley is credited as the father of the modern circus. In 1768 Astley, a
AllMusic retrospectively writing that the album "contains some interesting tracks, including Bryan Ferry's "Going Strong," which gives you an idea what Roxy Music would sound like if Daltrey was its lead singer", but "for the most part, it consists of mediocre material indifferently sung." Writing for The Wall Street Journal, critic Pam Lambert described the album as "bland". And Wayne King in Record called it disappointing and wondered how much Daltrey had wanted to have a solo career. Personnel. Credits
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I really like Huskies but I have never owned one. They are beautiful dogs bred for pulling sleds. Huskies, huh? We had one when I was growing up. She was unhappy in the city. That is not surprising. They are working dogs, happiest when they are pulling something. Is that why they are used for pulling sleds?
work to find new pet homes for retired racing and adventure trekking dogs. Etymology. The word "husky" originated from the word referring to aboriginal Arctic people, in general, Eskimo, "...known as 'huskies', a contraction of 'Huskimos', the pronunciation given to the word 'Eskimos' by the English sailors of trading vessels." The use of "husky" is recorded from 1852 for dogs kept by Inuit people. Lineage. Nearly all dogs' genetic closeness to the
in the Working Group. (recognized by the American Kennel Club) According to American Kennel Club, the dogs do jobs such as guard dog, pulling sleds, and rescuing people and things from water – they are mostly family friendly. "People who love Portuguese water dogs say they are like potato chips, you can't have just one. That bubbly, happy personality is the whole package. The beautiful coat, the trainability, the need for a job. They're just adorable", according to Lisa
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ok Dogs are a member of the genus canis familiaris yes... i like it dog. Dogs were the first species to be domestically bred yes.. i agree... then my favourt animal dog.. i have 3 dogs in my home.. Dogs are selectively bred for certain attributes, capabilities and physical attributes yes... very inteligent animal... dog is very usefull of human been
was the first species to be domesticated and has been selectively bred over millennia for various behaviors, sensory capabilities, and physical attributes. Their long association with humans has led dogs to be uniquely attuned to human behavior and they are able to thrive on a starch-rich diet that would be inadequate for other canid species. Dogs vary widely in shape, size and colors. They perform many roles for humans, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, assisting police and military, companionship and, more recently
Eurasian groups. These two groups, before going extinct, were domesticated independently into two distinct dog populations between 14,000 and 6,400 years ago. The Western Eurasian dog population was gradually and partially replaced by East Asian dogs introduced by humans at least 6,400 years ago. This proposal is also debated. Biology. Biology Anatomy. Domestic dogs have been selectively bred for millennia for various behaviors, sensory capabilities, and physical attributes. Modern dog breeds show more variation in size, appearance, and behavior than any other domestic animal.
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I've only ever trained as a boxer, have you trained with any fighting styles?
Krav Maga Krav Maga (; , "lit." "contact combat") is a military self-defence and fighting system developed for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Israeli security forces derived from a combination of techniques sourced from boxing, wrestling, aikido, judo and karate, along with realistic fight training. Krav Maga is known for its focus on real-world situations and its extreme efficiency. It was derived from the street-fighting experience of Hungarian-Israeli martial artist Imi Lichtenfeld, who made
Eddie Futch took on the job of developing Bowe as he saw the talent. Eddie would say that Bowe had more potential than any boxer he had ever trained. Bowe turned professional in March 1989, and knocked out Lionel Butler. His then manager, Rock Newman kept Bowe active, fighting 13 times in 1989, beating journeymen, the most notable being Garing Lane, whom he beat twice. In September 1990, Bowe made his first step up in class, fighting faded ex-champion Pinklon Thomas, whom he dominated
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Divorce is a problem in the US. I think people use it too often. What do you think? I agree, in most countries monogamy is required by law. Really? I had no idea! I think that people treat divorce as just a simple way out. They don't necessarily think of all the damage financially and emotionally that it creates. I assume that may be why it is outlawed in some countries. precisely, And the reasons for divorce can be anything from simple incompatibility or lack of independence its a a case by case thing. My wife's parents got divorced and it was a nightmare to detangle the finances, property, etc. It was enough of a headache to make me never want to experience it. I think the Catholic religion frowns upon divorce as well Im sorry to hear that. But for some people its better do dissolve the bonds of matrimony. The process can be tiresome but we have to respect the law of course. You are right. Sometimes it is unavoidable. It should be treated as an absolute last resort in my opinion though.
spouses informally stop cohabiting). Reasons for divorce vary, from sexual incompatibility or lack of independence for one or both spouses to a personality clash. The only countries that do not allow divorce are the Philippines, the Vatican City and the British Crown Dependency of Sark. In the Philippines, divorce for non-Muslim Filipinos is not legal unless the husband or wife is an alien and satisfies certain conditions. The Vatican City is an ecclesiastical state, which has no procedure for divorce. Countries that have relatively recently legalized divorce
, and if that first idea is good then you are on the right track. It's not a sign of creativity to have 65 ideas for one problem, that's just a waste of energy. I also don't think you need to go anywhere particular to be creative; people just use that as an excuse. But I do think a lot of creativity depends on your relationships with other people, your personal relationships, your partner or whatever. Your personal happiness or unhappiness comes out in your work, it's
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I am volunteering at a local animal shelter. Do you like animal shelters?
dogs. Critics believe the new term "animal shelter" is generally a euphemism for the older term "pound". The word "pound" had its origins in the animal pounds of agricultural communities, where stray livestock would be penned or impounded until claimed by their owners. United States & Canada. In the United States there is no government-run organization that provides oversight or regulation of the various shelters on a national basis. However, many individual states do regulate shelters within their jurisdiction. One of the
before leaving the field in early 2014 so he could follow his passion of photography. An animal lover since he was a child, Murray began volunteering at animal shelters in the Cleveland, Ohio area by taking photos of animals that were up for adoption in order to help them find their forever home. He started offering pet photography sessions to his clients, and by 2016, a majority of his photography work was dog related. In February 2016, Murray began photographing dogs eating peanut butter in his photography studio. Some of
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I love growing carrots That sounds interesting. I don't have much of a green thumb but want to grow my own produce. Is it hard? They're quite easy to grow. Weirdly, they were originally grown for they're leaves and seeds That is weird. You think it'd be grown mostly for the carrot haha, but I guess it makes sense to make more by growing it for the seeds and leaves. I also grow tobacco. It's cured by smoking over low fires Oh wow! You have interesting crops. I don't use tobacco, but I juice carrots every morning.
Carrot The carrot ("Daucus carota" subsp. "sativus") is a root vegetable, usually orange in colour, though purple, black, red, white, and yellow cultivars exist. Carrots are a domesticated form of the wild carrot, "Daucus carota", native to Europe and southwestern Asia. The plant probably originated in Persia and was originally cultivated for its leaves and seeds. The most commonly eaten part of the plant is the taproot, although the stems and leaves are eaten as well. The
the Hard Rock Cafe, they have to deal with people coming up to them, asking for autographs, pulling on their clothes. And in the privacy of their homes, they're completely relaxed, and they're just kids. But they all want so much to grow as actors. They all so much want their careers to grow. And it scares them all, the idea that tomorrow this could all end. I mean, it could all just be over. They want so much to be doing the same thing
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My daughter recently had a wreck and has to see an osteopathic doctor soon Oh wow I am sorry, that consists of manipulation of joints and bones. yes, she is currently having to wear a back brace. Is her lower part of her body okay? Her pelvis? actually it is her lower lumbar...L4. She is only 17, I hope it doesn't affect her for life Well if it's any consolation osteopaths can work in all fifty states with full rights. well, that's a start I suppose! I wonder if insurance covers it?
, private business, or not-for-profit entity. According to the Health Insurance Association of America, health insurance is defined as "coverage that provides for the payments of benefits as a result of sickness or injury. It includes insurance for losses from accident, medical expense, disability, or accidental death and dismemberment" (p. 225). Background. A health insurance policy is: 1. A contract between an insurance provider (e.g. an insurance company or a government) and an individual
life. I am very upset over having done it. However, I feel that if there is a heaven she is definitely there now [...] I am truly sorry [...] Let there be no doubt in your mind that I loved this woman with all my heart. Whitman then returned to his home at 906 Jewell Street, where he killed his wife by stabbing her three times in the heart as she slept. He covered her body with sheets, then resumed the typewritten note he had begun the previous
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I really like the color yellow. Yellow is a pretty color! I think my favorite color is blue however.
Yellow Yellow is the color between orange and green on the spectrum of visible light. It is evoked by light with a dominant wavelength of roughly 570590 nm. It is a primary color in subtractive color systems, used in painting or color printing. In the RGB color model, used to create colors on television and computer screens, yellow is a secondary color made by combining red and green at equal intensity. Carotenoids give the characteristic yellow color to autumn leaves, corn, canaries, daffodils, and lemons, as well
of mother and baby. To symbolize the closeness of mother and baby, he used adjacent colors of the color wheel, green, blue and yellow in this work. The vibrant yellow background creates a warm glow around mother and baby, like a very large halo. Of his use of color, Van Gogh wrote: "instead of trying to reproduce exactly what I have before my eyes, I use color... to express myself more forcibly." The work contains varying brushstrokes, some straight, some turbulent - which
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Hello do you know what boy scout is ? Yes, It is an active group that teaches values and skills to boys all around the nation. Am I right? Yes you are right as it is one of the largest youth organizations in the United States, with more than 2.4 million youth participants and nearly one million adult volunteers. Wow, sounds like a great community to be apart of. What kind of things do you experience in the boy scouts? The Boys Scout of America trains youth in responsible citizenship, character development, and self-reliance through participation in a wide range of outdoor activities and many more Those are very good skills to have in life. Do the boy scouts ear badges? What is an Eagle scout as well? i'm not sure but I know that the the BSA was founded in 1910 Awesome, well thanks for the info! Did you have anything else for me?
Boy Scouts of America The Boy Scouts of America (also known as BSA or, colloquially, Boy Scouts) is the largest scouting organization and one of the largest youth organizations in the United States, with about 2.3 million youth participants and about one million adult volunteers. The BSA was founded in 1910, and since then, about 110 million Americans participated in BSA programs at some time in their lives. BSA is part of the international Scout Movement and became a founding member organization of the World Organization of
you to burn the bridge of this vital cooperation. What the youth must comprehend and actually guard against is the wrong perception that supporting your party president equates to yes-manning mindlessly. There are values of being apart of a party, values of loyalty and the sincerity of respect to leaders."For Senator Azwan, it matters little what side the youth choose to support. What matters more is the right form of politics, one that is less focused on character attacking and more on substantive factual debate. In this, Senator
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I have recently found out the benefits of vitamin C and use it when I am feeling sick
Vitamin C Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid and -ascorbic acid, is a vitamin found in various foods and sold as a dietary supplement. It is used to prevent and treat scurvy. Vitamin C is an essential nutrient involved in the repair of tissue and the enzymatic production of certain neurotransmitters. It is required for the functioning of several enzymes and is important for immune system function. It also functions as an antioxidant. Current evidence does not support its use for the prevention of the common cold. There is
"I was forcibly taken away against my will. I was feeling sick and giddy and couldn't look up. Apparently they cut the fallopian tubes and stitched them up. It was agonisingly painful. They didn't use anaesthetic. They just smeared something on my stomach and carried out the sterilisation. Apart from aspirin for the pain, there were no other drugs. I was so frightened, I can't even remember how I felt. Some people were even physically damaged by the operation. They have limps and have to
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I have always wanted to try Scuba Diving. So have I! I know that it involves having a underwater breathing apparatus, which sounds a bit annoying to be carrying around under there. I've heard that it's compressed air I wonder what's that like. Yes, it is compressed air! It allows greater independence and freedom of movement when they have the tank with them as opposed to surface-supplied divers. Oh wow, they can also be open circuit right? Yes they can! These discharge the gas into the environment as you breathe out. tell me more. Well closed-circuit, on the other hand, allow recycling of gases that you breathe out into the environment. Which one is better?
cylinder or cylinders may be used for an equivalent dive duration. Rebreathers extend the time spent underwater compared to open circuit for the same gas consumption; they produce fewer bubbles and less noise than open circuit scuba which makes them attractive to covert military divers to avoid detection, scientific divers to avoid disturbing marine animals, and media divers to avoid bubble interference. Scuba diving may be done recreationally or professionally in a number of applications, including scientific, military and public safety roles, but most commercial diving uses surface-supplied diving
Scuba diving Scuba diving is a mode of underwater diving where the diver uses a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (scuba), which is completely independent of surface supply, to breathe underwater. Scuba divers carry their own source of breathing gas, usually compressed air, allowing them greater independence and freedom of movement than surface-supplied divers, and longer underwater endurance than breath-hold divers. Although the use of compressed air is common, a new mixture called enriched air (Nitrox) has been gaining popularity due to
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