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Monday, November 30, 2009
celebrity news john and edward jedward don't seem to be joining im a celebrity get me out of here
it doesn't look like x factor twins john and edward aka jedward are going to be joining itv's im a celebrity get me out of here after all.
the x factor duo were tipped to replace jordan aka katie price on the itv celebrity reality show hosted in the jungle, but so far rumours of jedward joining im a celeb have died down and now gone quiet.
it was said the twins john and edward were offered a cool £50,000 each to join im a celeb so a total of £100,000 for the twins jedward, if they joined im a celeb.
And it was not your fault but mine
Artists I have discovered in the past year or so:
(Not personally - I didn't find them playing in a coffee shop and sign them to a lucrative contract. I just first heard them in the past year or so. So I hope that's clarified).
Death Cab For Cutie (Transatlanticism and I Will Follow You Into The Dark)
Holly Throsby (Now I Love Someone and Warm Jets)
Sia (Little Black Sandals)
Laura Marling (Ghosts and Night Terrors)
The Gossip (Heavy Cross)
Mumford and Sons (Little Lion Man and Awake My Soul)
Jessica Mauboy (Burn and Because)
Tegan and Sara (On Directing)
Girl Talk (Still Here and Here's The Thing, but really, the whole album because it's a mixtape)
Credit to Mak for most of them, Dooda for Mumford and Sons, and me for the poppy ones.
I've discovered other artists in the past year too - I really enjoy Lil Wayne and T.I. - but I've covered them in detail here before. And I'm still enjoying Jay-Z and Kanye. Looking forward to more from Lupe Fiasco, and thinking about trying Drake and Young Jeezy.
Anyway, have a listen to some and browse around their other songs on YouTube and see what you think.
(Not personally - I didn't find them playing in a coffee shop and sign them to a lucrative contract. I just first heard them in the past year or so. So I hope that's clarified).
Death Cab For Cutie (Transatlanticism and I Will Follow You Into The Dark)
Holly Throsby (Now I Love Someone and Warm Jets)
Sia (Little Black Sandals)
Laura Marling (Ghosts and Night Terrors)
The Gossip (Heavy Cross)
Mumford and Sons (Little Lion Man and Awake My Soul)
Jessica Mauboy (Burn and Because)
Tegan and Sara (On Directing)
Girl Talk (Still Here and Here's The Thing, but really, the whole album because it's a mixtape)
Credit to Mak for most of them, Dooda for Mumford and Sons, and me for the poppy ones.
I've discovered other artists in the past year too - I really enjoy Lil Wayne and T.I. - but I've covered them in detail here before. And I'm still enjoying Jay-Z and Kanye. Looking forward to more from Lupe Fiasco, and thinking about trying Drake and Young Jeezy.
Anyway, have a listen to some and browse around their other songs on YouTube and see what you think.
Sunday, November 29, 2009
To Tree, Or Not To Tree
To tree, or not to tree? That is the question. Whether ‘tis nobler in the den to suffer the needles of outrageous ornamentation, or to leave trees outside (where they grow), and by opposing end them (indoors). The conscience, which makes cowards of us all, has caused me to sickly o’er with this pale cast of thought: Why have I allowed a Christmas tree to dominate my living room, yet again? I love Christmas. I love Christmas music. I love Christmas decorations. Do I love Christmas trees? I wonder.
Beside me stands a monstrous, decorated intrusion into the order of my life. As tradition dictates in the Sleadd home, the furniture gets rearranged from Thanksgiving weekend until New Year’s Day to accommodate a coniferous guest. Thus, the measured juxtaposition of my arm chair, book stand, and reading lamp has been set awry by the merry boughs of imposition.
I grow contemplative and cautious. If I make room for a tree in my house and den, will I next make room for blatant idolatry in my life and habits? And what’s a Christmas tree got to do with the birth of Christ anyway? I don’t recall the gospel of Luke mentioning an evergreen tree stuffed into the stable in Bethlehem to crowd out the cattle.
I’ve heard stories about Martin Luther finding deep symbolism in a spruce tree he saw one night when he was feeling spiritually frisky. But I suspect that some German tree farmer found a way to sell more trees if he added holiday appeal, like a printer proclaiming a special day for the purpose of selling more greeting cards. It seems dryly ironic to claim an evergreen tree represents eternal life in Christ, then to chop it down and set it in one’s house to whither into a parched, fire hazard.
For the record, my Christmas tree is artificial, so it probably won’t burn the house down. And it’s actually quite pleasant to look at. It is perfectly conical and uniformly green. Its wire branches are evenly distributed with factory precision, and stiff enough to hold up the heaviest ornaments China can make. Few real trees look so good, or require so little care.
But herein lies a typological quandary, which tests the native hue of resolution: What are we to make of Christmas tree symbolism when the specimen is a hypocrite, a plastic phony, a green-washed Pharisee stuck in a tree stand. Must give us pause. Maybe that’s why a rash of American governors, and the president himself, recently couldn’t decide whether to call them Christmas trees, or Holiday trees.
I've not delved into the Christmas tree's alleged pagan past, nor will I. Research the subject yourself and find enough ambiguity to also give one pause. Alas, you must decide for yourself what to do about such trees. I recommend you enjoy holiday liberty as you practice whatever is God honoring and beneficial.
Me thinks I'll let my Christmas tree remain standing in the house, as usual. Though if the Christ of Christmas has not returned by next December I'll probably have to think it all through again, to tree, or not to tree.
Have a Merry Christmas this year.
#13 French Basket Christmas Tree
Not sure if this is a tower of cut greens or what, but it's interesting....from Christmas and Traditions
Saturday, November 28, 2009
the x factor is down to last 5 acts stacey solomon, joe mcelderry, lloyd daniels, olly murs and danyl johnson saturday was take that and elton john
well it goes quick we are now down to the last 5 acts of this years x factor, with the sunday show to come tonight and then it will be 4 acts left in x factor.
the five so far are stacey solomon, danyl johnson, olly murs, joe mcelderry and lloyd daniels.
after saturdays live show which was on a take that and elton john theme, with all 5 acts each singing a take that song and a elton john song each, it looks like lloyd daniels is the favourite to be voted off on sunday nights x factor results show.
who will join lloyd daniels in the bottom 2 is anybodies guess as all the acts got good reviews from the judges, but it looks like either way the judges will choose to vote lloyd off anyway, no matter the sing off in sundays bottom 2.
that's if lloyd daniels does indeed end up in the bottom 2 as you can never be a 100% sure with x factor, it can throw up some strange phone vote reults sometimes.
so for those looking to apply for x factor 2010, you need to wait a few more weeks for this years x factor to finish, then go to the itv website and you can apply for x factor 2010, but only when this years x factor has ended which will be a few weeks yet, then the x factor application forms will be available on the itv website, and good luck for next year if you do apply for the x factor 2010!!!.
the 5 remaining x factor contestants:
danyl johnson
stacey solomon
joe mcelderry
olly murs
lloyd daniels
probably best vocals of the night went to danyl johnson with the elton john song "your song".
the five so far are stacey solomon, danyl johnson, olly murs, joe mcelderry and lloyd daniels.
after saturdays live show which was on a take that and elton john theme, with all 5 acts each singing a take that song and a elton john song each, it looks like lloyd daniels is the favourite to be voted off on sunday nights x factor results show.
who will join lloyd daniels in the bottom 2 is anybodies guess as all the acts got good reviews from the judges, but it looks like either way the judges will choose to vote lloyd off anyway, no matter the sing off in sundays bottom 2.
that's if lloyd daniels does indeed end up in the bottom 2 as you can never be a 100% sure with x factor, it can throw up some strange phone vote reults sometimes.
so for those looking to apply for x factor 2010, you need to wait a few more weeks for this years x factor to finish, then go to the itv website and you can apply for x factor 2010, but only when this years x factor has ended which will be a few weeks yet, then the x factor application forms will be available on the itv website, and good luck for next year if you do apply for the x factor 2010!!!.
the 5 remaining x factor contestants:
danyl johnson
stacey solomon
joe mcelderry
olly murs
lloyd daniels
probably best vocals of the night went to danyl johnson with the elton john song "your song".
A Deer Romper
Is everyone in the Christmas spirit?
These holiday rompers are warm, cozy and very cute.
They are made of 8.0 oz. 60/40 cotton/polyester fleece, and have a ribbed collar, arm cuffs and leg cuffs. Double-needle ribbed binding on leg opening. Reinforced five snap closure.
Sizes are 6-24 months.
You choose Pink or Red.
Every time I see outfits like these I think how cute twins would be in these, but any baby will be adorable in either of these rompers.
These holiday rompers are warm, cozy and very cute.
They are made of 8.0 oz. 60/40 cotton/polyester fleece, and have a ribbed collar, arm cuffs and leg cuffs. Double-needle ribbed binding on leg opening. Reinforced five snap closure.
Sizes are 6-24 months.
You choose Pink or Red.
Every time I see outfits like these I think how cute twins would be in these, but any baby will be adorable in either of these rompers.
#12 Los Angeles Coliseum Christmas Trees
The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, decorated for Christmas in a photo published in The Times, Dec. 20, 1949, also at the LA times blog of Larry Harnisch.
#11 Midnight Mission Christmas Tree
"Brother Tom Liddecoat speaks during Christmas dinner at the Midnight Mission, 2nd and Los Angeles streets. About 2,000 men who lived in "Hell's Half-Acre" of skid row were served, The Times said."
#10 Dutch Resistance Christmas Tree
"In Weteringschans Prison in Amsterdam, Carel Steensma made a Christmas tree out of the cardboard used for blacking out the window. The strips were cut with a fork that had been sharpened on the floor. The snow is made from a bandage wrapped around a gunshot wound, the decorations from the silver foil of medicinal powders. During the day the tree was kept hidden. On Christmas Eve 1941, carols were sung round the tree. The prisoners from all the other cells soon joined in. "
from the Museum of the Dutch Resistance
Holiday De-Light Light Up Sexy
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Friday, November 27, 2009
#9 Chandelier Christmas Tree
Slovakian open-air folk museum..."Note the hanged christmas tree in the top of the picture. This was a typical Xmas tree installation a hundred years ago."
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#8 A Very Gehry Christmas Tree
spoof at MIT, probably resulting from difficulties in Frank Gehry's Stata center, for which MIT is suing the architect.
Zhu Zhu Pets
Zhu Zhu Pets are all the rage right now for kids! Amazon does have the Zhu Zhu Pets and accessories available. I am trying to find the perfect one for my niece for Christmas!
Poodle Wear
Hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving!
Today is Black Friday. I hope you don’t get trampled if you are out and about shopping today. Better yet why not do a little arm chair shopping?
Florida is just now starting to receive some cold weather. It is suppose to get in the 40’s tonight. Make sure you are warm and bundled up if you go out.
How cute will your little girl be in these pink poodle mittens with a matching scarf and hat?
Hat and mittens fit children 4-6. These great accessories for any little girl’s wardrobe.
If you like these products you will also find a matching purse and backpack on our Baby Gifts page.
Today is Black Friday. I hope you don’t get trampled if you are out and about shopping today. Better yet why not do a little arm chair shopping?
Florida is just now starting to receive some cold weather. It is suppose to get in the 40’s tonight. Make sure you are warm and bundled up if you go out.
How cute will your little girl be in these pink poodle mittens with a matching scarf and hat?
Hat and mittens fit children 4-6. These great accessories for any little girl’s wardrobe.
Marciano Misfit Dress
Fun, frilly corset dress that makes an entrance everywhere you go. Tiered ruffles at hem. Panel construction. Lightly padded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps, back zip. 53% cotton, 44% polyester, 3% spandex Lining: 96% polyester, 4% spandex Professionally clean Women
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* cotton-blend
* Women's dress
* Corset dress
* Padded bust
* Ruffle hem
* Adjustable straps.
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Thursday, November 26, 2009
Sexy Womens Christmas
Product Features.
* Costume Alibi Reference Number 7696
* Color: Red
* Shoes sold separately.
* Material: Polyester/Nylon.
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#4 Antique Icicle Christmas Tree
From an exhibit at the Taft Museum of Art in Cincinnati, Ohio, featuring traditional German feather trees made of wire and dyed goose feathers are trimmed with rare ornaments from the mid-19th through early 20th century and surrounded by toys, figures, and dolls.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Songs you can find on a map
Baker St by Gerry Rafferty
Copperhead Road by Steve Earle
All I Wanna Do (Santa Monica Boulevard) by Sheryl Crow
The Hard Road by Hilltop Hoods
The 59th Bridge Street Song (Feelin' Groovy) by Simon and Garfunkel
Copperhead Road by Steve Earle
All I Wanna Do (Santa Monica Boulevard) by Sheryl Crow
The Hard Road by Hilltop Hoods
The 59th Bridge Street Song (Feelin' Groovy) by Simon and Garfunkel
Marciano Alina Taffeta Dress
As seen in In Style magazine Classic beauty with a retro vibe, this elegant dress will quickly become your signature party look. Flutter collar creates a wrap effect. Matching sash belt. Tulle under skirt for vintage volume. Side zip. 100% polyester Women
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polyester
Vintage style
Tulle skirt
Sash belt
Bra friendly
Party dress.
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Suri in Holmes & Yang
I came across this beautiful editorial photo of Katie Holmes and co-designer Jeanne Yang with their daughters, who inspired the children's line of their new collaboration Holmes & Yang. Suri was wearing the dress that is pictured hanging in the doorway on a shopping trip with mummy Katie Holmes and big sis Isabella in New York last SundayCOMING SOON: Back by popular demand - my picks for the 25 Delightful Little Red Christmas Dresses - can you believe it is that time of year again already!
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Wedding Flower Girl Dress
Gorgeous matte satin Burgundy a-line dress is perfect for a wedding, flower girl or pageant. Fully lined with attached crinoline underskirt for added fullness. Classy bow on front and tie backs. Pearl button closure. SophiasStyle formal wear runs true to size but please check measurements chart for a perfect fit.
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100% polyester. Hand wash cold.
100% polyester. Hand wash cold.
Length from Waist to Bottom: n/a inches
Width from Underarm to Underarm: n/a inches
Width of Waist: n/a inches
Length from Shoulder to Hem: n/a inches.
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No More Heroes Paradise Uncensored
I played all the way through Killer 7. I played maybe 3 hours of No More Heroes. What happened? Although NMH was far more playable and featured a similarly crazy plot and characters, I just didn't like using the Wii remote. This is a game that was made to be played on a regular controller so I'm ecstatic that a 360 and PS3 port has been announced. It's Japan only for now, but I'd be shocked if someone didn't pick this sucker up for the US. As if that wasn't enough, there are neat extras like saucy costumes in the Very Sweet Mode. Above image is from here.
More Tekken 6 Looking through the art book that came with the limited edition reminded me that there are a ton of outfits I haven't looked at yet. Holy crap, Tekken 6 is even more LOADED with costumes than I initially thought. The balance of outfits is off with some characters getting the shaft while others have a wardrobe that can last years. Looks like I'll be spending a little more time in Scenario mode.
Monday, November 23, 2009
Christmas Adult Costume
Product Features
6.5" high
6.5" wide
Plus Fits Size Fits: Women Dress Size: 18-22
Includes Dress, Hat, Apron
Made of polyester
Glasses, Wig Not Included
Made in China.
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the x factor 2010 application form that i said comes up is for x factor 2007 x factor 2010 application form available when final show finishes
x factor 2010 application form here is what you do, when the final show of this series has aired go to the itv website and you can apply there.
you cannot actually apply till the last episode of the x factor 2009 series has finished, when that has happened then you can apply via the itv website, and apply for x factor 2010.
that's when applications open, the date is in december sometime not sure if it december the 12th or not, but it is around the time of the last x factor live show in 2009, then you can apply for x factor 2010.
i know it is a bit of a wait but that's what it looks like, after a bit of reading around on yahoo answers and some other question sites that is what they are all saying, that you can start applying for x factor 2010 only when x factor 2009 has finished.
and as i said they have application forms on the itv x factor website.
going to say a long time away but these x factor shows seem to come around quick i can only just remember last years x factor and before you know it is this years x factor and before you know it again it will probably be next years x factor 2010.
you cannot actually apply till the last episode of the x factor 2009 series has finished, when that has happened then you can apply via the itv website, and apply for x factor 2010.
that's when applications open, the date is in december sometime not sure if it december the 12th or not, but it is around the time of the last x factor live show in 2009, then you can apply for x factor 2010.
i know it is a bit of a wait but that's what it looks like, after a bit of reading around on yahoo answers and some other question sites that is what they are all saying, that you can start applying for x factor 2010 only when x factor 2009 has finished.
and as i said they have application forms on the itv x factor website.
going to say a long time away but these x factor shows seem to come around quick i can only just remember last years x factor and before you know it is this years x factor and before you know it again it will probably be next years x factor 2010.
Heidi and Specner.....
Seems like they fallen off the face of the earth. We haven't talked about them in like a month. Are we finally over them? God I hope so.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Samantha Dress
As seen in the Fall 2009 Advertising Campaign Stop traffic in this dress. Sleeveless denim dress has acid wash with metal stud details. Silky leopard-print lined bust and removable spaghetti straps. Side zipper. 60% Cotton, 40% Polyester Machine wash cold Women
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Petal Perfect Flower Girl’s Dress in 7 Colors
This is the perfect flower girl’s dress. Why?
Now that’s what you call a Flower Girl’s Dress!
Gorgeous sleeveless dress with a shantung top comes in:
- it has a beautiful flower on the waist
- silk flower petals at the bottom
- silk flower petals floating inside the tulle skirt
Gorgeous sleeveless dress with a shantung top comes in:
- White/White
- Pink/White
- Red/White
- Lilac/White
- Ivory/Ivory
- Burgundy/Ivory
- Sage/Ivory
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