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Title: Ricochet
Author: Keri Lake
Genre: Dark Romance
Release Date: July 9, 2015

The only sure way to destroy a man is to take what he cannot live without.

Three years ago, I had everything.

A beautiful wife.

A son.

A reason for living.

Until a ruthless task force, assembled under Mayor Michael Culling, with a brutal strategy to make the streets of Detroit ‘safe’, ripped away everything I loved in a deadly hunt called The Culling.

They tried to kill me, too. I wish they had. Now I'm cursed by the memories of that night, and the words I whispered to my dying wife.

A promise—to avenge the wrong and set it right.

I’m no longer Nick Ryder. I’m a masked vigilante. Faceless. Loveless. Fearless. A man with nothing left to lose—one who's seen the dark and violent truth behind the city’s flawless veneer.

Michael Culling doesn’t know who I am. Or what I want. All he knows is that I’ve kidnapped his beautiful wife.

An eye for an eye—isn’t that how the saying goes? And Aubree Culling is the perfect pawn to destroy him.

If she doesn’t destroy me first.

With my right hand, I pinned her flailing fist, then released her throat and seized the other. She stilled, flat against the wall, with my body pressed into hers.

“You had everything to do with it.” I pushed harder, my muscles steeled. “He didn’t just wrong me, he annihilated me. And there you were, stroking his cock, smiling beside him all the while.”

“All you saw was a smile, then. You should’ve looked deeper. So what? I’m your revenge? Your ticket to hurting him?” She sneered. “Guess what? He doesn’t give a shit about me. He never did. So, go ahead, Nick. Kill me.” She lifted her head away from the wall, only inches from my face. “Snap my fucking throat, if that’s what you plan to do. You’d be doing him and me a favor.”

Her body pulsed with tension, the tremble beating against me, through me, inside of me. Anger. Hate.

So much hate.

With one quick twist of my hands, I could’ve snapped her neck, been done with the whole plan and exited my miserable fucking existence on the wings of a bullet to my skull.

Instead, I slammed my lips against hers. Loving the struggle of her body trying to push me away. Hating the fact that her lips tasted like sweet salvation, beckoning me to whatever web of deception she’d been weaving since I’d taken her. Her delicious smell pervaded my senses—water on the flames burning inside of me, steaming up my mind.

Three years.

The last time I’d devoured a woman’s lips was three years ago, and that had been out of love. Kissing Aubree was something else entirely. Not gentle or tender. I kissed her violently, with all the fury locked inside of me, our frantic breaths clashing with one another.

Her moan vibrated inside my skull, as her hands clenched to fists, trying to break free from my grasp.

She opened her mouth wider, dragged my lip between her teeth, and bit me.

Aggression surged through my body and rattled the cage of something dark inside of me.

I wanted more. More pain. More rage. I wanted to tear into her while cursing her name. Purge myself of the hate until it was spent.

I broke the kiss, breaths heaving, as I glared down at her. “What do you know about Brightmoor?” I rasped.

“I don’t know anything about Brightmoor,” she gritted out.

Lies. “Yeah? Then, why did you have the fucking blueprints tucked in your purse? Devil’s Night plans safe and sound, beside your goddamn lipstick and compact.”

Her chest rose and fell as I kept her captive against the wall, her stare deadpan. “I didn’t—”

“Don’t lie to me.” I pressed harder, lips to her ear. “I fucking hate liars,” I whispered, inciting a shudder in her that brought a smile to my face. “Why did you have the chip?”

“I stole it.”

“You stole it.” I wanted to laugh at the stupidity of such a thought, but my voice lacked any ounce of humor or inflection. “I don’t think you did, Pistol Lips. I think he gave it to you. His little pet.”

“I fucking hate you.” Venom laced her words as she stared back at me, those golden eyes blazing with vehemence.

I licked my lips and glanced down at her pert breasts, and smiled. Squeezing her captured wrists with one hand, I reached up under her dress, only grazing the patch of lace that kept my finger from being inside of her, knowing everything she was too stubborn to admit.

Her lids turned heavy, as drunken eyes riveted on my lips.

“Tell me how much you hate me.”

“Don’t,” she warned, and I caught the scrape of her tongue across her teeth.

Grabbing a handful of hair, I tugged her head back until her neck stretched taut, and like a creature of night, I wanted to bite down into that supple flesh and rip her throat out. Dragging my tongue along her shoulder, I made my way to the base of her neck and bit her collarbone. She let out a gasp and I released her wrists. Lust blazed through my veins, when her fingers tangled in my hair and her leg curled around my hip, drawing me against her.

“You know what, Aubree? I fucking hate you, too, but goddamn … you taste so good.”

Hell was having her skin against mine and craving her so badly I wanted to crawl out of my own body. .

Keri Lake is a married mother of two living in Michigan. By day, she tries to make use of the degrees she’s earned in science. By night, she writes dark contemporary and paranormal romance. Though novels tend to be her focus, she also writes short stories and flash fiction on the many occasions when distraction sucks her in to the Land of Shiny Things.

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Movie Wonder Woman IRAC Is Missing download free! Book Title: Wonder Woman IRAC Is Missing
Directors: Alexander Singer
Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama, Family
Release Date: 1978-02-17
Runtime: 47 min
Language: English
Stars: Lynda Carter,Lyle Waggoner,Ross Martin
IMDb Rating: 7.3
Country: USA

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The world's most powerful computers are being drained of their information by Bernard Havitol who plans to use the information to become ruler of the entire world. I.R.A.C. is next on his wish list and Diana is on the case to stop him with a little help from Rover the roving computer.

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As a huge fan of THE WILD WILD WEST I was especially eager to see "IRAC is Missing" as this episode featured Ross "Artemus Gordon" Martin as guest baddie Bernard Havitol (a surname in the great comic tradition of fiends like Dr. Victor Von Doom). And it was great to see a couple nods to Martin's past role, from his disguising himself as a poor man's Einstein with a thick accent to his creating gadgets like the anti-Rover mechanized dog that, in a surprisingly scatological scene, drops a couple bombs on Diana's office rug. Martin was wonderful to watch and I was delighted by the homage to Arte. (WWW aficionados will recognize Bruce Lansbury's name in the credits and safely assume these winks to fans were not by happenstance.)

What detracts from the episode is what in general detracted from the last two seasons of WONDER WOMAN. Diana Prince strides around without her glasses and looks so obviously like Wonder Woman it is absurd that Steve Trevor doesn't recognize her. In a later scene, an abrasive Diana seems to forget that she's Steve's assistant and talks to him like he's reporting to her. Trevor was relegated to the fringe of this story anyway, which is a shame since Lyle Waggoner's presence lends the show a firmer foundation. I think these later seasons suffer from a lack of a stable supporting cast.

What hurt my overall appreciation of this episode in particular are nagging questions that maybe should not even be asked when watching escapist fun like WONDER WOMAN. But c'mon already. Why would a genius like Havitol trust vital legwork to a couple of bumblers, one who can't even keep his glued-on moustache from peeling up? And why would that same genius house his world-dominating supercomputer in an old mill where all the electricity comes in on a few very exposed aerial power lines? When Wonder Woman severs them to stop the power to the bomb Havitol left behind, why does the digital display still show up? If the power was cut it should have simply went dark (but then the swipe from--oops--homage to GOLDFINGER wouldn't have worked).

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Friday, October 29, 2010

I have been in a new office lately, and now I have a west-facing window, which provides a lovely view of sunsets. Yesterday the sky was getting extremely pink and I didn't have my new fancy-pants camera in the office, so I took a couple photos with my trusty little point & shoot. These photos don't even do the colors justice, as the sky got less bright in the amount of time it took me to grab my camera, shut off the light, and climb onto my desk to get a clear view through my heavily-ivy-covered window.

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Israeli Guards Repel Jihadi Pirates Off Somali Coast…….

With pistols they defended 1500 people
against marauding jihadis

Cmdr. Ciro Pinto: It felt like we were in war”

When you need a helping hand to defend yourself, Israelis are always the best bet by far to help secure your safety. They’re that well trained. KGS

Israeli guards drive off Somali pirates

Israeli private security guards exchanged fire with pirates who attacked an Italian cruise ship with 1,500 people on board far off the coast of Somalia, and drove them away, the ship’s commander said Sunday.
Cmdr. Ciro Pinto told Italian state radio that six men in a small white boat approached the Msc Melody and opened fire Saturday night, but retreated after the Israeli security officers aboard the cruise ship returned fire.
“It felt like we were in war,” Pinto said.
None of the roughly 1,000 passengers and 500 crew members were hurt, Melody owner Msc Cruises said in a statement issued by its German branch.
Domenico Pellegrino, head of the Italian cruise line, said Msc hired the Israelis because they were the best trained security agents, the ANSA news agency reported.
Saturday’s exchange of fire was one of the first reported between pirates and a nonmilitary ship. International military forces have battled pirates, with US Navy snipers killing three holding an American captain hostage in one of the highest-profile incidents.

Saturday’s attack occurred about 325 kilometers north of the Seychelles, and about 800 kilometers east of Somalia, according to the anti-piracy flotilla headquarters of the Maritime Security Center Horn of Africa.

Pinto said the pirates fired with automatic weapons, slightly damaging the liner, and tried to put a ladder on board. But he said they were unable to climb aboard.

The commander said his security forces opened fire with pistols. The ANSA news agency said the pistols had been kept in a safe under the joint control of the commander and security chief.

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Jarbird – Iona

London outfit Jarbird release new single Iona’  the bands second offering from their forthcoming debut EP, due out 4th March 2016 on Oskar. The 4-piece found its roots at Leeds University where vocalist Ric and cellist/vocalist Lara were studying. After recruiting bass virtuoso Jim and returning home to their native London upon graduation, the lineup was rounded out with the addition of drummer Rami, a Hampstead resident who’d been running a successful chili dog stand.

‘Iona’ is a triumph for the bands sustained creative restlessness and expertly follows their first releaseSuch Is The House’, which has been championed by the likes of BBC Radio 1 DJ’s Annie Mac, Huw Stephens as well as Beats 1, XFM and US radio zeitgeist KCRW.

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Dream Emmy ballot 2011: Best Actress in a Drama

It’s Emmy time! Voting members of the Academy of Televivion Arts and Sciences are now perusing the ballots of eligible shows and performers as they select this year’s crop of nominees. Melissa McCarthy and Joshua Jackson will unveil the official nominees on July 14.

Until then, why not wildly specualte about who will be snubbed, who will be honored and in what new ways the Academy will infuriate us?

This week I’m presenting my dream ballots, mixing a little bit of pragmatism with some pie-in-the-sky wishful thinking.

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Golden Globes 2011: “Glee” and “Social Network” are big winners

The Golden Globes may not mean very much in the grand scheme of things, but the Hollywood Foreign Press does throw a good party. I’ll be blogging throughout the ceremony, beginning at 8 tonight. Check back to see the latest winners, snubs and ceremony highlights. And weigh in in the comments section about who you think deserved the trophy. See you back here around 8….. 7:54 p.m.: Well the red carpet was more interesting tahn in past years, thanks to… Read More »


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Episode Guide

  • M.A.S.K. - Cliff Hanger (Season 2 Episode 10)
    Season 2 Episode 10:

    Cliff Hanger

    Venom gets their hands on dangerous seeds that can cause a plague and Mask races to stop them.

  • M.A.S.K. - The Battle For Baja (Season 2 Episode 9)
    Season 2 Episode 9:

    The Battle For Baja

    Mask enters a Baja race where the Mexican President's son, Raul Vega, is also a competitor.

  • M.A.S.K. - High Noon (Season 2 Episode 8)
    Season 2 Episode 8:

    High Noon

    Mask and Venom enter a land, air and sea race to show off their vehicle capabilities.

  • M.A.S.K. - For One Shining Moment (Season 2 Episode 7)
    Season 2 Episode 7:

    For One Shining Moment

    Venom shows kindness by organizing a race for charity, luring Mask to participate, however the race is really a trap to eliminate Mask.

  • M.A.S.K. - Challenge of the Masters (Season 2 Episode 6)
    Season 2 Episode 6:

    Challenge of the Masters

    Mask and Venom battle in a race to win a trophy containing a microfilm that has secret access codes to any computer in the world.

  • M.A.S.K. - Race Against Time (Season 2 Episode 5)
    Season 2 Episode 5:

    Race Against Time

    Brad Turner undertakes a mission to retrieve a rare plant needed to fight a spreading virus, but he soon finds Venom is after the plant as well.

  • M.A.S.K. - The Battle of the Giants (Season 2 Episode 4)
    Season 2 Episode 4:

    The Battle of the Giants

    Matt Trakker and the Mayhem brothers race to win a trophy that contains a secret formula, but the Mayhem twins play dirty in order to win the prize.

  • M.A.S.K. - Homeward Bound (Season 2 Episode 3)
    Season 2 Episode 3:

    Homeward Bound

    Ali Bombay returns to his homelands in India but finds that Venom is using villagers as slaves to mine a valuable meteorite.

  • M.A.S.K. - Where Eagles Dare (Season 2 Episode 2)
    Season 2 Episode 2:

    Where Eagles Dare

    Matt Trakker takes on the Mayhem brothers in a race that will win the victor a profitable transportation licence.

  • M.A.S.K. - Demolition Duel to the Death (Season 2 Episode 1)
    Season 2 Episode 1:

    Demolition Duel to the Death

    Venom agents discover one of their own is really a Mask double agent who foils their plans to eliminate member Buddie Hawks.


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One in seven American children experiences the death of a loved one before age 20, and few adults know how to help deal with the grief that follows. ONE LAST HUG: THREE DAYS AT GRIEF CAMP highlights the work of professional counselors and volunteers at Camp Erin, a three-day program that encourages grieving children ranging in age from six to 17 to share their feelings and memories of lost loved ones with their peers. The camp, founded by baseball star Jamie Moyer and his wife Karen in memory of Erin Metcalf, a fan who died of cancer at 17, takes place in 43 locations nationwide.

Showing the indelible effect that sharing, friendship and emotional support can have on children dealing with extraordinary loss, the moving documentary ONE LAST HUG: THREE DAYS AT GRIEF CAMP debuts MONDAY, APRIL 14 (8:00-8:40 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO.

Other HBO playdates: April 17 (8:30 a.m.), 19 (4:00 p.m.), 23 (2:45 p.m.), 27 (8:45 a.m.) and 29 (5:40 a.m.)

HBO2 playdate: April 16 (8:00 p.m.)

When children arrive at Camp Erin Los Angeles, which is managed by OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center, grief specialists and volunteers greet them with open arms. “We’re so proud of you campers,” says Lauren Schneider, clinical director of OUR HOUSE and director of Camp Erin Los Angeles, at an opening ceremony with campers. “It takes a lot of courage to come to grief camp.” One by one, the campers introduce themselves and share the names of their special person who died, pinning photos of them to the camp’s memory board. Although there are tears, the campers support each other with applause. By the end, the wall is filled with pictures of mothers, fathers, sisters and brothers, a testament to the magnitude of their loss.

Besides the sadness that children feel when a loved one dies, there is also a sense of loneliness. “For how many of you guys is this the first time you’ve sat in a group of people your age and told someone?” asks counselor Chrissy, after a group of seven- and eight-year-old girls share their stories. Every girl raises her hand.

At Camp Erin, although the campgrounds, cabins and activities resemble any other camp, every aspect of the experience is geared towards sharing, support and healing. One group ventures out on a grief hike, in search of colorfully painted rocks, each bearing a different “feelings” word. “Angry. We can pretty much all describe that,” says camper Samantha when the first stone is found.

While other girls readily discuss the anger they feel over their loss, one camper, Audrey, has a hard time engaging. Her mother Catherine reveals that Audrey’s father committed suicide. “I’m sure they feel isolated…I know other children say, ‘My dad died of cancer,’ whereas my children just leave out the how,” she says.

Another counselor encourages a group of older children to think of a happy memory with the person who died. Erin, who attends the camp with her brothers, recalls her terminally ill father making it to her soccer game, which her team won. Looking back on the exercise, she says, “Remembering the happy thoughts that I shared felt good. Very good.”

Camper Nicole’s mother was the victim of a homicide. At home, her father hopes for the best, but has concerns for the future. “I’m trying to be mom and dad for her, but she needs somebody to teach her things that I cannot teach,” he says.

On day two, during a healing circle, Audrey finally opens up to camp director Lauren and other children. “I guess I was angry, because I had no idea that it was going to happen,” she says, as a friend gives her a hug of support.

On the last night of camp, director Lauren welcomes everyone to the Luminary Ceremony, which takes place by the pool, asking, “How many of you got to say goodbye to your person before they died? Put your hands up.” Only a few raise hands. Each child holds a lantern decorated with drawings and messages for the loved one who died, which illuminates the dark night as it floats over the water in a final farewell.

On the last day, parents and other family members arrive for the closing ceremony. In a Camp Erin Los Angeles tradition, campers join hands in a big circle and pass “the squeeze of friendship and support.” When the campers and counselors perform songs and chants for their enthusiastic audience, the feeling of camaraderie and the new friendships are apparent. All the children wear matching orange camp T-shirts signed and embellished by their friends. As they head back home, they are connected by more than an experience of sadness. They share memories of Camp Erin, the feeling of being supported and the hope for a brighter tomorrow.

Director Irene Taylor Brodsky’s previous HBO credits include the Peabody Award-winning documentary “Hear and Now,” “Saving Pelican 895” and “The Final Inch,” which received an Oscar® nomination for Best Documentary Short. Producer Greg DeHart is a two-time Emmy®-nominated director whose films include “S-21: Inside Pol Pot’s Secret Prison.” Producer-editor Paul Freedman is an Emmy®-nominated and Peabody Award-winning filmmaker whose credits include “Rwanda — Do Scars Ever Fade?”

ONE LAST HUG: THREE DAYS AT GRIEF CAMP is produced in association with The Moyer Foundation, OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center and the New York Life Foundation; directed by Irene Taylor Brodsky; produced by Greg DeHart and Paul Freedman; editor, Paul Freedman; director of photography, Peter Richardson. For HBO: supervising producer, Sara Bernstein; executive producer, Sheila Nevins.

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The first game of the Celtics vs. Cavaliers second-round series topped all cable viewing for the week, averaging 5.7 million viewers on Saturday.  WWE Monday Night Raw took the next two spots followed by iCarly and two Lakers/Thunders games.

The extra hour of WWE RAW at 8pm finished 12th.  A repeat of NCIS on USA placed seventh for the week in total viewing.

Top 25  cable shows for the week ending May 2, 2010:

Rank Shows NET DAY( Time Viewers Live+SD (000)
1 CELTICS/CAVALIERS TNT Sat 08:04P-10:50P 5,705
2 WWE ENTERTAINMENT USA Mon 09:00P-10:00P 4,998
3 WWE ENTERTAINMENT USA Mon 10:00P-11:03P 4,982
4 ICARLY NICK Sat 08:00P-08:30P 4,866
5 LAKERS/THUNDER ESPN Fri 09:43P-12:25A 4,833
6 THUNDER/LAKERS TNT Tue 10:50P-01:25A 4,685
7 NCIS USA Wed 08:00P-09:00P 4,477
8 PAWN STARS HIST Sun 08:30P-09:00P 4,332
9 BULLS/CAVALIERS TNT Tue 08:05P-10:50P 4,244
10 SPONGEBOB NICK Sat 09:30A-10:00A 4,098
11 ICARLY NICK Sat 07:30P-08:00P 3,925
12 WWE ENTERTAINMENT USA Mon 08:00P-09:00P 3,904
13 AMERICA THE STORY OF US HIST Sun 09:00P-11:01P 3,881
14 NCIS USA Wed 09:00P-10:00P 3,860
15 TRUE JACKSON, VP NICK Sat 08:30P-09:00P 3,722
16 SPONGEBOB NICK Sun 09:30A-10:00A 3,704
17 ICARLY NICK Sat 07:00P-07:30P 3,677
18 PENGUINS OF MADAGASCAR NICK Sat 10:00A-10:30A 3,667
19 SPONGEBOB NICK Sat 09:00A-09:30A 3,662
20 ICARLY NICK Tue 06:00P-06:30P 3,656
21 SPONGEBOB NICK Sun 11:30A-12:00P 3,652
22 WIZARDS OF WAVERLY PLACE DSNY Fri 08:30P-09:00P 3,625
23 GOOD LUCK CHARLIE DSNY Sun 08:30P-08:55P 3,593
24 NCIS USA Thu 08:00P-09:00P 3,591
25 MAVERICKS/SPURS TNT Thu 08:05P-10:49P 3,590

As usual, we have already posted separately quite a bit of  data for shows that aren’t on the list above. Give our site’s search feature near the top right of the site a try.

We always post whatever specific show data we received directly and see via press release or other trade publications.  You can  subscribe to our RSS feed and  you can also follow @TravisYanan on Twitter.  During the week he usually posts some (not all) cable results for each weekday, usually late in the afternoon on the east coast (and Friday night data isn’t posted until Monday) and he posts the links to that info on his Twitter account to the info on Marc Berman’s PI Forums.

You should also follow @TVBill (it’s not Bill Gorman, but he is a TV ratings junkie and sometimes posts cable ratings info). You can also follow me on Twitter, sometimes I will post some cable ratings, though I am not taking requests there…

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Days of Our Lives Update Wednesday 3/17/10

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At the state prison, Anna demands to know if Nicole is just going to sit and stare after all the trouble she took to come here. Nicole smiles slyly, saying that she has something to say, and it’s something Sami once said to her, “You bitch, you stole my daughter.” Anna scoffs, saying that she has no idea what Nicole is talking bout. Nicole thinks she is right on the money, and claims that she realized it the second Anna opened her big mouth. Nicole goes on to explain that she knew she recognized the voice she heard before she passed out. She then accuses Anna of stealing her baby. Anna claims that isn’t true. Nicole shrieks at her to admit it. Anna then tells Nicole that she is right, and that she did take Sydney. Nicole gapes.

At Sami’s place, EJ is on the phone with Sami, thanking her for calling, and telling her that she doesn’t have to come home yet if she and the twins having a good time, as he doesn’t mind waiting. EJ hangs up and flops in a chair, telling Sydney that he and her mother are getting on famously, and that this is much better than running away; if he had done that, he’d have to listen to reports of how poorly Sami was doing. This way, he can witness all of this first hand, make Sami fall in love with him, break her heart, and stand by and watch while everything falls apart. EJ grins.

At the DiMera mansion, Stefano is on the phone with one of his henchman, asking him to stay with her and keep reporting back to him. Kate walks in as he hangs up, asking what is going on. Stefano explains that Sami has taken the twins for a stroll in the park while EJ is home alone with Sydney. Kate groans, wonders if Sami ever hires a babysitter. Stefano grumbles that a babysitter might let a grandfather see his grandchild, even though the father is fighting it tooth and nail. Kate claims that she knows how feel. He guesses she got same treatment from Sami with her grandchildren. Kate agrees that she did and then tells Stefano that she thinks there is a way for him to see Sydney.

At the courthouse, Carly’s hearing continues. Just as the judge announces that he is ready to sentence Carly, Melanie bursts in. The judge clears his throat, telling Melanie sternly that this hearing is closed and asks what she is doing here. Melanie explains that she is the person Dr. Manning shot, and that she has something to say.

At the Java Café, Chad brings Gabi some coffee, but notes laughingly that it isn’t really coffee. Gabi chuckles, joking that her sister thinks she ought to pour it over ice cream. Just then, Mia walks in. Chad flashes back to the two kissing. Gabi interrupts his reverie, asking if he has any plans for spring break. Chad stares, confused. Gabi wonders what is with Chad all of a sudden, and wonders if anything is wrong. Mia sits down and stares at Chad. Chad ignores Gabi and stares back at Mia.

Nicole glares, saying that she knew she was right, and that Anna took Sydney. She angrily asks Anna if she followed her, knocked her out, and snatched her baby. Anna retorts sarcastically that she had already caused global warming and was responsible for the economy tanking, so she was getting bored. Nicole hisses at her not to joke, but Anna wonders who’s joking, as she isn’t responsible for every bad thing that happens. Nicole insists that Anna took her little girl. Anna snaps at Nicole to face it--Sydney was never hers, as she belongs to EJ and Sami. Anna adds nastily that the only baby stealer in this room is Nicole, and that is all she came to say. Nicole loftily tells Anna to go ahead and leave. Nicole then warns her that as soon as those doors shut behind her, she is going to call the cops and ask for Roman, as he will be more than interested in the story she has to tell. Anna gulps.

Judge Goldberg asks Melanie to approach his desk as Justin asks Carly in a whisper if she knew anything about this. Carly claims she didn’t. The judge asks Melanie what she wants to say. She replies that since Carly is about to be sentenced for what she did to her, she thinks she has the right to speak. Justin doesn’t see what purpose this would serve, since Carly has already pled guilty. Carly stops him, saying that anything that Melanie has to say, she’d like to hear.

Mia and Chad continue to stare at one another as Mia twirls the necklace Will gave her. Will interrupts, bringing Mia a coffee. He smiles, saying that he likes to see her wearing the necklace he got her. Mia smiles back, saying that she is glad that he gave it to her. Will grins, thinking it’s important that they agree, since they’re an exclusive couple. Mia tells Will that he is the best thing that has happened to her in long time. The two kiss. Across the café, Gabi tells Chad that it seems as if something is wrong with him. Chad admits there is. Gabi turns around to look at Will and Mia and guesses that whatever is wrong happened when Mia walked in. Chad then tells Gabi abruptly that this isn’t right. Gabi asks what he means. Chad stammers that it isn’t right for them to be going out. Gabi sighs, guessing that Chad isn’t over Mia. Chad admits she is right.

Anna snorts, asking Nicole if she really thinks Roman is going to listen to anything she has to say. Nicole thinks Roman will be all ears, since it concerns what Anna did to his daughter. Anna wonders what exactly Nicole plans on telling him. Nicole replies that she is going to tell the truth-- that Anna hit her over the head, stole Roman’s granddaughter, and then demanded a five million ransom for her. Anna thinks Roman will want proof. Nicole agrees, and says she has proof, as she remembers that Anna always called Sydney ‘sweet pea’ and that is what the kidnapper called her as she taking Sydney from her. Anna doesn’t think that is so damning, but Nicole thinks it’s enough. Anna reminds Nicole that she and Roman share a child and have a good relationship, while Nicole was the one that put Sami through hell and let her think her child was dead for months. Anna grins, agreeing to just wait and see which one of them that Roman believes.

Bo pulls Justin and Carly aside and whispers that they can’t let Melanie talk, as she is a loose cannon. Carly doesn’t think they can shut her up either. Justin fears that the judge may give Carly a harsher sentence. Carly cries that she doesn’t care, as Melanie has had to suffer too much because of her. The judge calls over, asking Justin if his client has changed her mind about her plea. Justin says that she hasn’t, and that his client would like to allow Melanie to say anything she likes. The judge asks if the prosecution has any objections, but Woods says that they don’t. Bo scoffs. The judge then tells Melanie that she may speak, but she needs to know that what she says is a matter of public record. Melanie nods, saying that that is exactly how she wants it.

Kate calls Will, telling him that she hopes she isn’t interrupting. He says that she isn’t, and asks if everything is alright. Kate explains that she had the urge to spend money, and bought Will and his sister Allie some gifts. She adds that she’d really like to deliver the gifts, but she thinks Will knows how his mother feels about her. Will replies that he knows. Kate says that she was thinking that having Will there would have a positive effect on Sami, and the more she thinks about it, the more she is sure that he is the one person that could convince Sami to accept these gifts. Will hesitates. Kate sighs, admitting that she has to be honest--the gifts are just an excuse to see Will and Allie, as she really misses them. Will says that he misses her too. Kate wonders if Will is home now. He admits that he isn’t, but promises to head home right away. Kate thanks him, tells him she loves him, and hangs up. She turns to Stefano, who has been listening in, and tells him that Will should be there soon. Stefano smiles, saying that he will be ready.

Back at the café, Will explains to Mia that he has to go run interference between his mom and his grandma, so he has to go home. He admits he plans on coming back to the café later, but isn’t sure when he will be back. He offers to drop Mia off at Maggie’s. Mia stammers that she will just wait here for him to return. Will promises to be back as soon as he can. Mia grins, telling him not to worry about her. Will heads off. Mia gazes at Chad, telling herself that she’s going to be just fine.

Anna informs Nicole that Roman knows Latin, and since he’s a cop, he’s going to ask himself ‘cui bono.’ Nicole wonders what that means. Anna explains that it means ‘who benefits,’ and she has to wonder how she would benefit from taking Sydney. Nicole thinks money is the obvious motive. Anna chuckles, saying that she doesn’t need money, as Tony left her well provided for. Nicole grins, reminding Anna of how unfair Tony’s death was. Nicole thinks it must have left Anna desperate and wanting revenge. She adds that she thinks that stealing her baby was the way Anna chose to take her revenge.

Melanie explains that the first time she ever saw Carly, she spilled coffee all over her, so after just one run-in with the woman, she was scarred for life. Melanie goes on to say that the second time she saw Carly, she was trying to move into the house where she lived, which she thought was strange, since Carly is a doctor and could afford to buy a place of her own. Melanie admits that she only found out later that Carly only wanted to move in because she finally decided she wanted to be near her secret love child. Melanie sobs and hangs her head in her hands. The judge asks her to continue. Melanie explains that what she is getting at is that Carly hasn’t once told the truth--in fact, all Carly has done since she met her is lie. She says softly that she doesn’t think Carly is capable of telling the truth. Bo leaps out of his seat, shouting that that isn’t how it is, and Melanie knows it.

Mia heads over to Chad for a refill and tells him pointedly that she saw Gabi run out of here, and that she looked upset. Chad confides in Mia that he told Gabi that they shouldn’t date anymore. Secretly thrilled, Mia wonders why. Chad thinks it’s bogus to continue seeing Gabi when Mia and the kiss they shared is all he can think about. Mia, pleased, asks if he really still thinks about it. Chad says he does all the time and wonders if Mia still thinks about them, even when she is with Will. Mia smiles and nods. Chad thinks they have a situation here. Mia then tells Chad that it isn’t that serious between her and Will. Chad asks if that means that she can go out with him. Mia says that she definitely can, especially if no one else knows about it--like Chad’s dad, since he hates her. Chad asks about Will. Mia warns him that they mustn’t tell Will, either.

Will heads into his house and spots EJ sitting in the living room. Surprised, Will asks where his mom is. EJ explains that she took Allie and Johnny to the park, so he is here with Sydney until Rafe or Sami return. Will sighs, reminding EJ that he was only supposed to stay one night; yet he is still here. EJ replies coolly that he is here because Will’s mother asked him to be here. Just then, EJ’s phone rings. It’s Harold, who is calling EJ from the mansion as Stefano and Kate look on. Harold explains that EJ has an emergency meeting with a client who’s trying to throw his weight around over a new project. EJ groans and promises to be there shortly. He then hangs up and tells Will that he’s going to get his wish, as he has to go to a meeting. Will tells EJ pointedly that he will watch Sydney, so it’s unnecessary for EJ to return at all. EJ shrugs and heads off. Back at the mansion, Stefano thanks Harold for delivering the message. Kate reminds Stefano that Sami could return at any time, so they had better get going. Stefano agrees.

Anna reminds Nicole that Tony died struggling with Philip Kiriakis, so she hardly sees how that would motivate her to kidnap Sydney for revenge. Nicole reminds Anna that Tony was working on business that night. Anna doesn’t see how that matters. Nicole retorts that Stefano treated Tony like dirt, and Tony’s way of rebelling against his father was doing business elsewhere. Nicole thinks that if Tony hadn’t had to prove himself, he’d still be alive. Anna isn’t so sure, and thinks Nicole would know more about that then her, since she stood there, watching her Tony die, and didn’t do a damn thing to help him. Anna flushes and stops short. Nicole gasps, saying that this is really all about her, and Anna really took Sydney just to get revenge on her.

Bo shouts angrily that Melanie knows why Carly was forced to lie. The judge shouts that Bo is out of line. Bo ignores him, telling Melanie that she knows that Carly wanted more than anything to be her mother. Carly begs Bo to sit down and let Melanie finish. Bo hesitates. Carly pleads with Bo to do it for her. The judge threatens to cite Bo with contempt. Bo reluctantly takes his seat, and the judge asks Melanie to continue. Melanie explains that Carly showed up at the hospital after she was shot, and that she woke up from her coma to find Carly sitting by her bed. Melanie admits that she was scared because she feared that Carly could have been there to finish the job. Melanie adds that Carly kept going on and on about how she only wanted to protect her, and didn’t mean to hurt her. Melanie says that she wondered why Carly would want to protect her, and that was when Carly told her that she was her mother. Melanie sobs that that was how she found out. Carly bawls, telling Melanie how sorry she is. Melanie then admits that she was so freaked out by what Carly said, that she didn’t want to think about it, so she didn’t--until today, when some people she really cares about got her to go back through it and try to remember what happened. Carly cries as Melanie explains that she remembers Carly’s face when she pulled the gun, and Melanie knows that she didn’t mean to shoot her or hurt her, and the whole thing was an accident. Tears stream down Carly’s face. Melanie goes on to say that she lied when she gave her first statement because she was hurting and scared and she just wanted to get back at Carly. The judge wonders why. Melanie admits that she wanted to get back at Carly for giving her away, and for crashing into her life like a bull in a china shop. She adds that after Carly shot her on her wedding day, she didn’t know what to think. The judge then asks Melanie what really happened that night. Melanie explains that a friend of the groom’s family--Vivian Alamain--had been following her around the whole day of the wedding. When she wanted to talk on the roof, Melanie just thought she was a batty old woman, so she agreed to go up to the roof in the hopes that Vivian would leave her alone if she did. Shortly afterward, Carly showed up. Wood interjects angrily that she showed up with a gun. Melanie admits that she did, but when she thinks back on it, she is sure that Carly didn’t threaten her or appear as if she wanted to kill her. She adds laughingly that Carly can’t handle a coffee cup around her, let alone a gun. The judge asks if Melanie is saying that Carly didn’t mean to hurt her. Melanie nods, saying that Carly isn’t guilty.

Chad wonders why Will can’t know that he and Mia are seeing each other if things really aren’t that serious between them. Mia remind Chad of everything going on with Will’s family right now, as his little sister was kidnapped and has been missing forever. Chad reminds Mia that Sydney is back. Mia agrees that she is, but now her creepy father EJ is always hanging around. She explains that Will can’t stand him and that she is the only person that Will can talk to. She asks Chad if they can wait until Will’s family chills out a little, and then they tell him about the two of them. Chad thinks the whole thing may just be too complicated and reminds Mia that she doesn’t have to go out with him if she doesn’t want to. Mia claims that she wants to. She kisses him, telling him that she really wants to.

Will sits with Sydney, making a joke about playing poker with her. He confides in Sydney that he is glad that she is back as someone knocks on the door. Will explains to Sydney that Kate is his grandma, not hers, so she should consider herself lucky--something she’ll understand once she’s older. Will answers the door ad finds Kate outside with a gift. She hands it over, telling Will it’s the newest phone and MP3 player, and that it’s a gift from her and Stefano. Will laughingly wonders if there is a mind control device in it. Kate asks him to stop and breezes into the house. Will explains that neither Sami, EJ, or Rafe are here. Stefano walks in just then, saying that he’s glad to hear it. Will reminds Kate that she didn’t say anything about Stefano coming. Kate claims she forgot. Stefano defends her, saying that Kate asked him not to come, but he talked her into it. Stefano then complains to Will that he hasn’t seen Sydney for a long time. Will replies that his mom doesn’t want him around Sydney or Johnny and neither does EJ. Stefano admits that that probably true. He changes tactics, telling Will that he respects the way he stands up for his mother, but reminds him that he opened his heart to Kate because she loves him and his sister. Stefano wonders if Will can do the same thing for him. He claims that he hasn’t seen his grandchild in a long time, though she is his flesh and blood. Will doesn’t answer. Stefano agrees to leave if Will thinks that is best. Kate jumps in and suggests that she and Will get coffee while Stefano visits with Sydney. Will asks Stefano not to lay it on so thick next time and asks Kate ruefully if the MP3 player was intended as a bribe. Stefano sits down next to Sydney’s playpen and asks her if she remembers him--her ‘nono.’ Sydney giggles. Will sighs and tells Stefano that he can stick around for a little while.

Anna admits that she does hate Nicole--in fact, she hates the whole DiMera family and anybody involved Tony’s death-- but she has managed to move on and accept the things she can’t change. Anna declares that she has had true love, and that she has known true love, and unlike Nicole, she didn’t have to lie, cheat, and steal someone else’s baby to make a man love her. Nicole doesn’t buy that Anna has accepted Tony’s death, and accuses Anna of wanting revenge and getting it by stealing Sydney. Anna asks Nicole sarcastically if she comes up with theses fantasies all day in prison while she’s working in the laundry or while she’s scrubbing toilets. Nicole snaps that Anna can try to spin this like she is just some grieving widow with nothing to hide, but all it took to get her off of a plane and all the way here was a simple phone call. Nicole wonders how her phone call would have had any effect--unless Anna is guilty as hell.

Kate and Will get coffee at the Java Café. Kate thanks him profusely for doing this. Will admits that he kind of felt sorry for Stefano, but admits that if his mom finds out, she’ll ground him. Kate assures Will that Sami won’t find out, explaining that Stefano is having Sami watched. That way, if she leaves the park, Will can rush home, and Stefano can get out of there. Will guesses that should make him feel better. He looks around the café distractedly. Kate wonders who he is looking for. Will says that he is just looking for a friend that he thought would still be here. Just then, EJ walks in and sees Will and Kate. Surprised, he stares at Will.

Anna reminds Nicole that she threatened her with Stefano if she didn’t drop everything and come down to the prison. Nicole doesn’t think Stefano or anyone else could touch Anna if she had a rock-solid alibi for the time of Sydney’s disappearance. Anna insists that she has told Nicole everything she’s going to. Nicole doesn’t buy that Anna was with Carrie the last few months. She tells Anna about the business arrangement she has with the guard to use her cell phone, and threatens to give Carrie and Austin a call and find out exactly where Anna has been spending all of her time.

At the pier, Mia tells Chad how sorry she is that the theater was sold out. Chad guesses they should plan ahead next time. Mia wonders what they should do instead. Chad tells her to guess and leans in for a kiss. Mia’s necklace falls off, but she doesn’t notice. She backs away from Chad, saying that making out in public isn’t really the smartest thing to do, as someone could see them. Chad suggests that they go find someplace private. Just then, Chad gets text from Tad, asking if he wants to hang out. Mia explains that she has to go pick up her paycheck, and suggests she do that while Chad is texting Tad to tell him that he’s too busy to hang out. As Mia leaves, Chad spots the necklace and picks it up just as Gabi walks over.

The judge calls for a short recess to confer with the attorneys, and asks the bailiff to escort Carly, Melanie and Bo out to the corridor. He cautions Melanie and Carly not to speak to one another, as this is an official proceeding even though it’s being held in chambers. He asks the bailiff to make sure that the two don’t talk. He nods and the four head outside. The judge sighs, telling Charles and Justin that Dr. Manning has obviously pled guilty to a crime that the victim is claiming that she didn’t commit.

Outside, Bo asks Carly how she is feeling. Carly admits she is scared, as she thought she had this all figured out, and now it’s all up in the air again. Bo thinks it’s pretty great. Carly replies quietly that she can’t even think about how great it is, as despising her was the one thing keeping Melanie safe.

Gabi explains that she is glad that she ran into Chad, but Chad is surprised after what he just told her about Mia. Gabi says that she is actually ok with that, and explains that Kinsey texted her and needs the history homework, as she never writes anything down. Gabi then says that she lost Kinsey’s number, and she needs to get back to her, so she was wondering if Chad had it. Chad takes out his phone, shows Gabi the number and says he has to go. Gabi thanks him, and Chad heads off. Gabi sits on the bench and notices Mia’s necklace. Thinking it’s Chad’s, she calls out after him, but Chad is gone.

Stefano marvels at Sydney, claiming that one would never know that she had been kept away from the people she loves for so long. He thinks that that is the DiMera in her--strong and brave. Just then, EJ rushes in and snatches up the baby. Glaring, he orders Stefano to get out. Stefano narrows his eyes, “So be it.”

Anna scoffs, telling Nicole to go ahead and call Austin, as he will tell her that she has spent her time either with him and Carrie or traveling--and even then, she called and checked in regularly. Nicole asks if she called with her cell phone. Anna says she did. Nicole snaps that she is surprised Anna got service in whatever hole she was keeping Sydney in. Anna claims that that isn’t true. Nicole insists that Anna is going to have to do better than that. She thinks Anna must have seen people on her trips, like travel agents and plastic surgeons. Nicole demands names. Anna scoffs, asking what will happen if she refuses. Nicole threatens to call Rafe Hernandez, and he’ll turn over every rock until he finds the one Anna crawled out from under. Anna grimaces. Nicole smiles nastily, wondering if it was something she said.

The judge reconvenes the hearing, telling everyone that in light of the victim’s most recent statement, he has decided to throw out the most serious charges against Carly and has decided to rule the shooting accidental. Justin thanks him. The judge finishes by saying that he believes a probation term will suffice for the lesser charges, so Carly is free to go. Carly beams. Bo throws his arms around her as she sobs. Melanie tears up as she watches the two.

Gabi calls Chad and leaves him a message, asking him to call her when he gets it. Gabi admires the necklace as Will walks over, recognizing the necklace as Mia’s immediately and asking Gabi where she got it. She replies that Chad had it.

Judge Goldberg asks to speak to the attorneys about some paperwork and asks Carly to enjoy her freedom. He then heads off with Justin and Charles. Bo thinks that he and Carly need to celebrate. Just then, Bo gets a call and groans, saying that the celebration will have to wait. Bo eyes Melanie and warns Carly to take it slow. He then heads off. Carly walks over to Melanie, thanking her for what she has done. She reaches out, trying to tell Melanie that she is worried, but Melanie jerks away, snapping at Carly not to touch her.

EJ snaps that he was on his way to that supposed emergency meeting, and thought he’d stop and get a coffee, when he saw Will and Kate at the café. He of course wondered what Will was doing there when he was supposed to be with Sydney, and it only took him about two seconds to figure out what Stefano was up to. Stefano growls that he has rights, too. EJ shouts back that he has none whatsoever.

Anna replies loftily that she doesn’t have to prove anything to Nicole. Nicole disagrees. Anna reminds Nicole that Sydney is safe. She thinks everyone just needs to move on. Nicole snorts, saying sarcastically that she’ll just forget all about this and go back to her charming room. She adds that she hopes they haven’t forgotten about the turndown service. Anna doesn’t reply. Nicole warns Anna that she is going to start making phone calls, and the first one will be to Sami. Anna sighs, saying that she isn’t admitting to anything, but she wants to know what it is Nicole wants from her. Nicole grins, saying that that is more like it.

Vivian tells Victor, “Carly Manning's life has already gone up in flames.”

Melanie shrieks, “I don't want anything from you!”

Anna asks Nicole, “You want me to bust you out of this joint?”

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GH Update Tuesday 2/21/06

General Hospital Update Tuesday 2/21/06

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Carly asks Sonny why Emily is in his home. Leticia is perfectly capable of taking care of the boys and Emily needs her rest of she passed out from being at the hospital taking care of all of the people. And she thought Sonny agreed to get out of Emily’s way while she’s busy in med school. Sonny then admits to Carly that he asked Emily to come to the house. Calry tells him she knows he slept with Emily. Sonny confesses to Carly that Emily is the reason why he is able to live and function right now. She saved his life.

At the hospital, they discover the mysterious envelope with the supposed samples of the antidote. Robert, Monica, Noah and Patrick all wonder what they’re going to do next. Robert tells Patrick that the next person who needs to be cured is Robin. He asks Patrick if he has a different opinion. Patrick does not argue.

Courtney is on her deathbed with both Jax and Nikolas there. It looks like she’s going to die. The medical team comes to revive her. But it does not work. Nikolas tells them they must do it again. He tells her she must breath. But Dr. Lee tells them that they must realize that Courtney is gone. Nikolas won’t give up. But Jax is silent. Nikolas is ready to attempt to revive her himself. But Jax restrains him. They doctors them conclude that they must call the time of death for Courtney.

Jason sits by Sam at her hospital bed. He tells her she must rest. She tells him he must do her a favor by checking on her brother Danny. He must be really scared, she tells him. Monica then comes and privately informs Jason that somebody sent them a secret dose of the antitdote and they are holding the rest as hostage for money. Knowing that her son wants Sam to have that last dose, she informs him that she’s afraid that it’s going to Robin.

Right then, Patrick is ready to inject Robin with the final dose that was sent in the mysterious envelope. She argues and tells him he cannot. He needs to save somebody else. But he tells her that he is making this decision whether she likes it or not.

Nikolas, Jax and Elizabeth observe Courtney after she dies. Nikolas asks Elizabeth how it is that a woman so full of life could lose her life, right after she was able to have her miracle baby. Elizabeth tells him that Courtney had to save her little boy and she gave up her life for him.

Robin tells Patrick that she’s not going to take the one dose just because he feels sorry for her. Robert tells her that she needs to take this dose and listen to Patrick. She tells them that she does not want special treatment just because she’s HIV positive or because she’s a doctor. She tells them that there are many other worthwhile people in this hospital who have as much reason to live as she does. She tells them she refuses.

Right then, Elizabeth gets a call from Emily. Emily asks her how Courtney’s baby is. Elizabeth informs her that the baby, so far, is ok. But Courtney did not make it.

While they are both recovering and ready to leave the hospital, Lulu talks to Skye about her history with guys. She illustrates finding out that a guy whom she was very attracted to was somebody with whom she had nothing in common. And she tells Skye that might be similar to her(Skye) and Lorenzo. But Skye protests that she and Lorenzo do have something in common. She likes him and believes that they have a future. And she’s not just using Lorenzo in order to make Lulu’s dad jealous. Luke then comes in and reminds his daughter and Skye that they have to get out of the hospital in order to make room for sick people. Luke privately tells his daughter that this time it was himself that saved her. And it should have been that way before, when her life was in danger. He then tells her that it’s just the two of them against the world. And he kisses her on the forehead.

Jason informs Sam that it will be Patrick’s decision who gets the antidote. But she tells him she has to get up out of bed and see Danny.

Sonny asks Carly if it is really true that she wants him happy. She admits that she gets no joy in seeing him miserable. He tells her if that is true, then she needs to understand some things. He tells her that he realizes she may not like the decisions he makes and where his life goes and with whom. And right then, Emily enters and looks very upset. They ask her about Courtney’s baby. She tells them that the baby is dangerously premature but might make it. And right then, Carly knows exactly what has happened. Carly tells her that she will not believe that Courtney has died. Emily tells Sonny and Carly that Courtney did not make it.

Jax talks to the baby, telling him that he must always know that his mommy loves him. She may have never had a chance to hold him and count his little fingers and toes. But she loves him very much. He tells the baby that he promises to do the right thing by Courtney by keeping the promise she asked of him. But he tells the baby that he must make a promise for his mommy also. He must promise to live. Nikolas then comes and joins Jax. Jax informs him that Courtney has named the baby John Michael Jax after Jax father and Courtney’s father. Nikolas tells Jax that he cannot believe that Courtney is gone. Her life was just a heartbeat away. But now he realizes that Courtney’s heartbeat is this little boy. Nikolas then tells Jax that he knows this may not be the right time. But he got a feeling that Courtney had something she wanted to tell him before she died. And he asks Jax if he has any idea what that might be.

Sam goes to see Danny. He admits to his sister that he does not feel so good and keeps having bad dreams. She tells her brother that he needs to get some medicine. Monica then comes and demands to know what Sam is doing out of bed. Jason asks her what Patrick’s decision will be now that Robin has refused the antidote. Why won’t he consider Danny? Monica tells him it’s not that simple. Alexis is in just as critical of a condition and needs it just as much.

Right then, the mysterious Australian woman calls Robert and reveals to him that she’s sent him the antidote and if he does not cough up more money, more people will die. Luke hears the phone conversation. Robert asks Luke if he can scrape up a million bucks. Luke tells Robert he can sure find somebody who does.

Jax tells Nikolas that Courtney was determined to have the c-section in order to save the baby. And he could not talk her out of it. Nikolas knows that that was not what Courtney tried to tell him. Jax tells Nikolas that Courtney admitted to them both that she loved them and they need to do what is best for her son.

Sonny goes and talks to his deceased sister, telling her he realizes he was never really good at this brother-sister thing. He tells Courtney that he hoped and believed that in time he would be a good brother. But he now knows that he ran out of time. He admits that she was a good sister when he “let”her be. Michael and Morgan loved their aunt. She was a great daughter and would have been a great mother. He just wants her to know that when she left this earth, so many people loved her. He looks ready to cry. Carly cries and tells Courtney that she was not just her best girlfriend. She was the only girl with whom Carly never felt she had to compete. She tells Courtney that Sonny was right in that she never got back what she gave to so many people. And now it’s too late for Carly to be as kind and as loving and as patient with Courtney as Courtney was with her. But she tells Courtney there is still one thing she can do for her. Courtney’s beautiful baby boy is fighting for his life. She tells Courtney that when her son gets out of the hospital, she promises her that he will be loved and cared for and cherished and Courtney will always be able to count on Carly for that.

Sonny then comes and sees Mike. And it seems he will have to break the tragic news to his father that his beloved Courtney did not make it. Mike is very happy to know about the baby and assumes he will be ok although he has no clue what has happened to his daughter. He asks Sonny if the baby looks like Courtney did when she was a baby. He relives all of his memories of raising Courtney. Sonny then tells his father that Courtney did not make it. Mike then tells Sonny that it’s true that only the good die young. Only the selfish bastards make it. He cries and demands Sonny gets out of there and leaves him alone. Sonny leaves.

Emily finds Nikolas in the chapel. She tells him how sorry she is and asks if he wants to be alone.

Sam returns to her room and informs Alexis and Ric that Danny is in bad shape. And the doctors are now ready to decide between her(Alexis) and Danny. Jason leaves the room and runs into Sonny. Again, Sonny must break the news about Courtney to another person who loved her. Jason has no clue. He’s heard that Courtney got sick and was pregnant. He asks about the baby. Sonny informs him that he’s in ICU. Jason is ok with that until Sonny informs him that Courtney died after giving birth.

Knowing that Robin refused the last dose of the antidote, Sam hysterically tells Alexis that she must give that up for Danny. She screams at her telling her that she must save Sam’s brother. Alexis must know that she can beat it because she’s stronger than he is. Ric demands that Jason gets Sam out of there and he goes and comforts Alexis.

Elizabeth sits in the chapel with Carly and tells her she’s really sorry knowing how close she was to Courtney. And she tells her she may visit Courtney’s son. Carly goes to the incubator room to see Jax with the baby. He tells her that he’s premature but is likely to make it. She asks Jax if he’s held the baby. Jax tells her the doctors told him the baby is in no condition for that. Carly tells Jax that he needs to get the doctors to let him break the rules. This little guy needs to bond with his father. And she made that promise to his mother.

Sonny again tells Nikolas that he apologizes if he has disrespected him or his relationship with Courtney. He tells him he knows that he and Courtney loved each other.

Luke informs Robert that he’s found a way to get some money for the extortionist. Robert tells him that when he finds out who is responsible for this whole thing happening, they will be charged with the murder of Tony Jones. He then gets the call from the mysterious woman instructing him when and where to meet her. Luke tells Robert he assumes he’s going alone. Robert tells Luke he wouldn’t think of it and asks Luke to change his clothing. Luke remarks that this is just like old times for the two of them.

Alexis tells Ric that she has two little girls. She cannot leave them. But she knows that many people need and deserve the serum as much as she does. She cries. Ric tells her she doesn’t need to make the decision right now.

While with Danny, Sam tells Jason she knows if they had “picked” Danny, they’d be in there right now. And she knows it was a total waste to expect Alexis not to be selfish and arrogant. She tells Jason that her brother is so sweet and innocent. And she was supposed to protect him. Danny then awakens and tells Sam that he is not scared when she is there because she’s his little sister. She tells him that’s why he needs to get better. Danny informs Sam that when their parents first brought her home, he knew how special she was. And they told him that they picked her just for him.

Sonny tells Emily and Nikolas that he only wanted to protect his sister. But now she’s died. And there’s not a damn thing he could do to stop it. And he now knows that he just wanted to get in the way of two propel who love each other. He turns to Emily and tells her that it’s nobody’s place to decide how they should be happy or whom they should be with. They hold each other.

Nikolas goes and sees Courtney and tells her that she had so much love in her and should have had so many more years of love and joy. They had so much to look forward to. She was supposed to teach him how to cook and find out what a terrible cook he was. He tells her he remembers when she told him about how she’d stand on the beach and wonder who was waiting on the other side. And he now realizes that was him on the other side, looking back at her and wondering the same thing. He tells Courtney that he knows she’s changed his life. He tells her that was really important to him. Because in the end, a moment is really all they have. He then kisses her on the forehead.

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Monday, July 4, 2011

For Twihards: Reading The Meadow Scene Through Walter Benjamin

Eclipse Meadow Scene Too Little Too Late and All Wrong
This is for all the Twihards who have taken so much shit over their opinions and criticisms. Let me start off by telling you that you have been correct all along. Stephenie Meyer wrote Twilight, and especially the Meadow Scene, as a novel about seduction. Not sex, not PC feminism, but the seduction of Courtly Love from the 12th century. What you imagined it from the novel was not what you got in the film by Catherine Blabbermouth Hardwicke. You got the PC feminist version not the secret heart of the story by Meyer.

Now imagine if Twilight, or even just the Meadow Scene had been shot by an artist director like Terrence Malick. Forget the fact that he wouldn't have done it with all the baggage accompanying it. It would have looked, sounded and felt like The Tree of Life, all long slow shots allowing contemplation and associations to develop in your mind.( Click on the link to get the flavor if you haven't seen it and then go to my other blog focusfree for more if you so desire.) I haven't finished with Tree of Life but I'll say here that it is a film experience not to be missed in a lifetime. It is that wonderful. Now what I am going to say is from Walter Benjamin's 1936 essay The Work of Art In The Age Of Mechanical Reproduction. Read it as if your life depended on it as it does.

In 1936 he foresaw the fate of film in our time. This fate is exactly why Twilight was fucked up good by the Scummit film merchants and the PC feminists. Twihards have been right from the beginning as they are the only ones who really knew how it should be. But alas they were fighting the wall of what Foucault calls the Dominating Discourse both of film theory and criticism and the PC feminist domination and censorship of all things girly and feminine.

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Nessie embodies several interesting archetypes, including the Magical Child and the Teacher, but my favorite is the Savior archetype.    I know many people will associate the Savior archetype with the literal figure of Christ, and this is not meant to spark a debate about denominational issues.    From a purely archetypal perspective, the Savior is the highest, most exalted form of the Martyr archetype.  It relates to extreme measures of sacrifice of the self for the sole benefit of others with no personal agenda.    Bella has the Martyr archetype in a very clear and significant way, but often we see (as is true for most us in real life), there are personal agendas/motives attached to her choices.   Not always, but often.

From an archetypal perspective, Nessie transcends the typical Martyr and represents the more glorified and more pure Savior form because she acts out of total service to others; she brings the vampires together from all over the world — one by one through interaction and/or observance of her mystical powers and presence, they are compelled to stand with her and for her.    Even the vampires who cannot rationally embrace or accept her powers are compelled to stand with her family in her defense.   And not only are the vampires compelled by her existence, the wolves are united with the vampires to stand against anyone who would threaten her existence (and by extension, their own).   She quite literally “saves” them all, and arguably their entire species as gifted vampires and wolves who otherwise would have been wiped out (or enslaved) by the Volturi.   Some will argue Alice actually saved the day, and that is entirely true, however even Alice acted based on her compulsion to do anything to serve the true Savior (Nessie) and to keep the Savior archetype safe.

Aside from the archetypal characteristics of Nessie, there are indeed compelling parallels between Nessie and the figure of  Christ when you consider the following (and remember Steph is Christian, so it makes perfect sense that her subconscious would be wired this way; whether she intended these parallels or not, they still exist for observation):

1)  Both Bella and Mary had a miracle pregnancy beyond rational/biological norms and were otherwise thought to be “impossible” by typical earthly standards.

2) In both instances, the King of the empire heard about the baby, and he felt threatened by the baby’s existence.  In Nessie’s case, Aro is the metaphoric “king,” and he heard about the baby from Irina.  This news became his excuse to further his perception that the Cullen clan and their powers were the ultimate threat to his control.

3) In both instances, because of the King’s threatened power, the King set out to destroy the baby.

4)  In both, a savior was born to the mortal mother and otherworldy/non-human father and had to be protected from the King.

5)  In both, the savior brought peace and comfort to all who believed in him/her.  In Nessie’s case, she brought literal and physical peace and comfort to all whom she touched (literally touched) who “received” (literally, received) her message and who were beholden to her because of her message.

6) Both babies had exceptional gifts — intelligence, wit, charm, persuasion, etc. — and are thought of as the embodiment of perfection.   Also consider that Nessie grew and matured very quickly.  We do not know about Jesus’ early childhood and teen years, but in parallel, those are the same years that Nessie will blur past, too.

7) There were wise men who had the Savior’s birth foretold to them, and they made a long journey to see the baby in person.  (They showed up of their own accord.)   In Nessie’s case, remember the two ancient Romanians, Stefan and Vladimir.  No one sought them out — they came on their own.  They were considered “creepy” by everyone, but they were indisputably “wise” because they knew the King (Aro and company) would be successfully challenged for the first time by this special child’s existence and by the powerful gathering of believers who would stand together to bear her witness.

8)  Both Jesus and Nessie chose communication means other than direct, clear language.  Jesus preferred parables for a powerful and profound reason, as he explained to his apostles; and Nessie, while capable of normal speech, also preferred physical contact and imagery.   Parables are essentially verbal imagery.

Bella dies giving birth to Nessie (Christ died to bring forth salvation), and Nessie represents salvation because she brings everyone together as brother and sister without regard for species or class/race, past all of their fears and any perceived differences that separate them.  All is one, and in her, they embody that Divine truth.  Her conception was like the Immaculate Conception because her mother’s pregnancy was not thought to be possible.  She is born of half human, half mythic/mystic parentage.   In the archetypal sense,  God made sure Bella would conceive when and how she did to bring forth to the world this impossible miracle, that of salvation.   In Bella’s human death, she was resurrected as the Holy Mother and was reunited with the salvation she gave birth to, still very much a part of that mystical world as the half human/half mythical child (Nessie) becomes God-like in the way she literally saves all of creation in her universe (all of the vampires, wolves and their very way of life).

I would love to hear your thoughts on this subject since I find the Savior archetype so fascinating in Nessie.   I have heard many people speculate that her character was an after-thought, or a way to satisfy the need to create a mate for Jake, etc., but it’s hard for me to imagine a more important archetype than Savior in any story, and I’m genuinely curious what others think about Nessie in this role…?

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  1. Melissa says:

    Wow! I never noticed all the similarities. I’m interested in religion even though I’m an atheist and I like how this symbolism is incorporated in the story.

  2. Melissa, I want to sincerely thank you for your comment. Your words reveal some nice things about you, including that you are open-minded about the genuine mysteries of the world around us, which is an important quality regardless of any religious affiliation. Your comment also dovetails extremely nicely into the Universal truth that “all is one” because while you are atheist, you engage the world with reverence and respect for its many layers and the symbolism present all around us.

    We all come to the table with unique perspectives and life’s experiences, but we all come to the same table nonetheless — so it must be, and so it was intended. We are all the same and yet we are unique — it’s one of life’s great sacred paradoxes, and your comment as an atheist in response to a post about the symbolism and beauty of the Savior archetype is a stunning example of this principle in harmonious action – so again, I thank you. (For more about this principle, see the link called Duality versus Oneness.)

    While my site is written from my own faith-based perspective, it is intended to include all people, not exclude, and your presence and feedback are very welcome and inspiring. Being “all is one” with you and appreciating the symbolism in the Twilight story with fellow fans of all shapes and sizes and belief systems, is one of the greatest joys for me in doing this, so I hope you’ll chime in elsewhere as the site develops :) All my best — Jennie

  3. [...] this is different from the Savior archetype — please see the analysis of Nessie as Savior at http://twilightsagaarchetypes.com/nessie/.)   The best evidence of Carlisle’s role as the Divine Father is in Edward’s partial [...]

  4. Amy says:

    I really thought this was a beautiful breakdown of the comparison of Nessie to Christ. I always thought of Bella as the Savior. I thought of Nessie as a mediator, but I guess Christ is seen that way, too. So, I’m readjusting my thinking on that.

    • Amy, I’m SO glad you added your comment (thank you!!!) — it gives me an opportunity to clarify that all of us have multiple archetypes, and literary characters are no different. Nessie definitely serves the mediator function (among other functions), so the fact that she also serves as the Savior doesn’t diminish the value of her mediation skills as an important archetype.

      The same is true with Christ — He had more than one archetype. He was both King and Servant; Lion and Lamb; Teacher and Student (to His Father); Healer and Victim; Judge and Judged (as a criminal); Liberator and Martyr; Peasant and Messiah; and so on. His magnificent paradoxes are one of the many things (I believe) we are supposed to learn from His life story – He served as an example of what it looks like to be a “whole” and congruent person, not despite our apparent contradictions, but precisely BECAUSE of them.

      Just like Nessie, we all have several aspects represented deeply in our core self, and Nessie’s Savior archetype is the one I focused on because it is one of the most beautiful archetypes to see in action when brought to life with humility and compassion. (All of the archetypes are beautiful in their own way, so I’m not judging or imposing relative value — it’s just that I have a soft spot for Nessie and her Savior as the story unfolds, so I couldn’t wait to feature that particular part of her character.)

      Thanks again for your message and your insight — your comment was very important! I would love any other feedback if this post raises other questions about Nessie, so your comments are always welcome.

      Take care, and all my best regards — Jennie

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June 29, 2011

Vicci Martinez and Pat Monahan Duet: Drops of Jupiter – How Did they Do?

Vicci Martinez  and Pat Monahan from Train joined forces today to sing “Drops of Jupiter” at the finale episode of The Voice Tv Show. This was the last time we will see Vicci Martinez on the Voice Stage!

Train is a big favorite of Vicci so I’m sure it must have been a dream to be able to sing side by side with Pat Monahan.

I don’ t know about you but Vicci sounded really nervous in her voice today. Very different from her other performances. She seemed anxious and it really came out in her performance. I’m sure they are SUPER anxious about the results – but its sad that she couldn’t get lost in the song as she’s been able to do in the past.

Cee Lo spent some time thanking Vicci telling her how much of a winner she was, and how much he loved her. It was very sweet and you can tell they had such a great bond throughout the whole show.

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January 15, 2013

Anna Kendrick’s Ultra Shocking Tweet About Ryan Gosling

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We know Anna Kendrick as a lovable and sweet actress from her roles in Pitch Perfect, Twilight and Up in the Air. But what we didn’t know is that in real life, Anna’s freakin’ hilarious — and shameless, too.

Anna tweeted her love for Ryan Gosling, simultaneously revealing her own celebrity crush and her interesting proclivities.

TMI, Anna, TMI. We love Ryan Gosling too, so we kinda understand where you’re coming from. Kinda. He is wearing a fedora and all that ’40s gear in Gangster Squad. Okay, we totally understand. But still, you should probably keep that stuff to yourself unless you want to end up like Fred Willard.

Sorry Ryan, but even if you’re into that kind of thing, Anna is already in a relationship with director Edgar Wright. She’s also keeping busy with her new role in the upcoming End of Watch.

The 27-year-old actress wasn’t really that active on Twitter until last fall when Pitch Perfect came out, but we’re glad she’s entered the Twitterverse and come out with her own celebrity crush (which just so happens to be shared by millions and millions of ladies).


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February 07, 2013

Kai the Heroic Homeless Hitchhiker Gets the Autotune Treatment (VIDEO)

Internet Rule Number 58: All good and wonderful things must be immortalized forever in the form of an Autotuned song.

Kai, the homeless hitchhiker who saved a woman’s life from a deranged attacker and then gave a hilarious interview about it, is a good and wonderful thing — so it was only a matter of time before he got the Autotune treatment.

The Gregory Brothers — the masters of YouTube Autotuning – have delivered on Internet Rule Number 58, giving us a head-bopping, sweet rendition of the bizarre story. Kai, the nomad who hatcheted his way to Internet fame, lets us know that we’re all great in our own way and that everyone should be treated with respect.

Video is NSFW due to Kai’s colorful language.

For those of you who missed the original story, we first met Kai after he took down a 6-foot tall, 300-pound attacker in West Fresno with a hatchet he conveniently happened to have on him.

After Kai (who was hitchhiking) entered the man’s car, the man began ranting that he was Jesus Christ and claimed it was his mission to wipe all black people off the face of the planet. He then drove his car into a black worker on the street.

When two women ran up to help the injured worker, the unhinged man began attacking one of them — to which Kai responded by hitting the man with his hatchet. If it wasn’t for Kai’s quick thinking and hatchet-wielding skills, another person might’ve been sent to the hospital.

So, for his part in taking down a crazed person, The Gregory Brothers present him with their smash hit: “smash, Smash, SMASH!”

May he live forever on the Interwebs.


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Sunday, September 8, 2013

On the Road - Picnic - Portland, Maine

What better way to celebrate the end of summer, than with a picnic? Picnic Music and Arts Festival in Portland, Maine was my last hoorah before heading back to school. Thom and I decided to take off a few days before the event to enjoy the sites in Portland. Our mini-vacation started off with a relaxing drive up, some local thrifting, and a trip to Caravan Beads.
Picnic in Porland, ME
pump organ interlude at Goodwill
Caravan Beads
On our second day in Portland, we met up with Thom's friend Galen. He was kind enough to show us around town. We swung by Pinecone + Chickadee to check out their vintage and handmade wares. The owners of the shop are also the organizers of Picnic. I have always been a fan of their Crying Tiger t-shirt and all their silk screened goods. I really enjoyed seeing their creative space in person!
Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall...
Pinecone + Chickadee - Portland, ME
In my humble opinion, the one thing that can take any vacation to a whole other level is pinball.  When Galen walked us over to Coast City Comics on Congress Street, we were in absolute awe. Over a dozen machines + a pocket full of quarters = pure bliss. I spent some quality time with Elvira and left with a solid flipper fix. And just when I thought the day couldn't get any better, it did. Galen took us to BODA for apps and drinks. Galen tends bar there a few nights a week so he knew the ins and outs of all things delicious on the menu. We enjoyed little bites of savory quail eggs with scallions and soy, which reminded me of flavors from my childhood. The highlight of the meal was the Miang Kum Som-oh, a complex, flavorful fruit and shrimp salad served on individual spoons. You really must go to BODA if you're in Portland.
Coast City Comics - Portland's pinball oasis
BODA -unforgettable eats
On Saturday, the weather was absolutely perfect for Picnic. The tree-lined pathways of Lincoln Park were filled with over 100 talented indie vendors. A stage for live music showcased ten local bands and kept shoppers rockin' all day.
Picnic Arts and Music Festival - Portland, ME
wheels and deals
I started the day with a visit from Carrie Wagner of SepiaLepus and her adorable dog Frannie. She had many fabulous illustrations to offer at the show including her Maine Map. Thom's friend Galen came by with the gift of vinyl. He gave us a copy of his newest Computer at Sea album called Palace of Lightbulbs. We couldn't wait to get home to immerse ourselves in his circuit bent, 8 bit, electro pop sounds.
Carrie Wagner of SepiaLepus and Frannie
Galen Richmond of Computer at Sea and Thom
Friends and fellow makers, Karen Grant and Zandra Zurow hopped over to share the news of the official launching of Little Yellow Couch. Their newest endeavor brings the world of handmade to your mailbox each month. They offer artful boxes filled with specially curated, hand crafted goods from talented makers.  Abby Berkson of Abby Berskon Ceramics was also showcasing her critter covered ceramics at Picnic. She came by to spread some joy and ended up leaving with a Twitch and Whiskers U-Turn car necklace in orange and black, which perfectly matched her shades.
Karen Grant and Zandra Zuraw of Little Yellow Couch
Abby of Abby Berkson Ceramics
When simple, clean jewelry design meets beautiful craftsmanship, you find yourself with some pretty special pieces. New Hampshire artist Erica Walker of Walker Silverworks offered lovely nature-inspired necklaces, earrings, and rings at Picnic. I have long been been an admirer of her Organic O Necklaces, which are strung on a vibrant silk cord with the color of your choosing. Erica's silver and resin earrings come in a multitude of candy hues and look delicious on any wearer. The real show-stoppers were Erica's semi-precious stone and silver rings. I have officially added the big orange red carnelian ring with decorative edging to my wish list. If you would like to treat yourself (or me!) to Erica's work, visit her website and Etsy shop. Make sure to click on her event schedule to see where you can find her gorgeous work in person this holiday season.
Erika Walker of Walker Silver Works
Organic O Necklace on a variety of colorful silk cords
silver and resin earrings
beautifully crafted silver and stone rings
It's a double treat when you meet two talented artists under one tent. Vermont friends Beth Robinson and Kristin Richland shared a space at Picnic and they sure packed a lot of punch onto their patch of grass at Lincoln Park.
Beth Robinson of Strange Dolls and Kristin Richland of Sweet Enemy Art
Absolutely hypnotic. You cannot help but gaze the first time you meet Beth Robinson's Strange Dolls. Beth artfully sculpts a macabre cast of characters out of polymer clay and paint them to life with sullen eyes, carefully placed trickles of blood, and eerie expressions. Vintage fabrics adorn each doll and you can feel peculiar personality in every stitch. As a person whose had a Halloween Wedding, you can imagine how excited I was to see her at Picnic. I know Beth's Day of the Dead Dolls and Hanging Cat Dolls would fit perfectly into my curious collection at home. I was so impressed by her vast portfolio of commissioned and OOAK work online. It's no wonder that people collect her work worldwide. View Beth's remarkable assemblage of dolls and creatures on her website, blog, and Facebook page.
Handmade Strange Dolls
Hanging Kitty Dolls
Pin Cushions
When whimsical feathers and fur are on parade, you can count me along for the ride. Kristin Richland of Sweet Enemy Art showcased a menagerie of painted bunnies, bears, birds, and other critters (not beginning with "b") at Picnic. Kristin's work is a touch of storybook sweet with a pinch of darkness.  She creates a dreamlike world on her canvases, cards, prints, and shirts. I enjoyed floating along with her "Ghost Bunnies Drift" series and wished I had been invited along to "Cupcakes for Friends." Where is MY cupcake? Kristin's imaginative world is always growing and expanding. Take a joyful romp with Kristin at Sweet Enemy's website, blog, Facebook page, Society 6 shop and Etsy shop.

Gently Falling and Spiral Drift from the "Ghost Bunny Drift" series
Cupcakes for Friends
Bears Like Berry Snacks and Bears Like Honey II
My first show in Maine certainly didn't disappoint. I was impressed by how well the local community and tourists support the art scene in Portland. I brought many new Twitch and Whiskers creations to the Picnic.  My Fun 'n' Games rings made out of vintage pinback buttons, game pieces, kitschy novelties, and wooden nickels left the show with happy customers.
Looking heavenly in an "I'm a Little Angel" matching ring and necklace.
Fun 'n' Games skull ring compliments this gals amazing statement necklace
All kinds of upcycled necklaces left 'round the necks of lovely ladies, including ones made out of protractors, decorative brooches, vintage tins, and souvenir coins.

A fabulous mother-daughter duo sporting Twitch and Whiskers necklaces
"It's Complex" tin locket
Parade-worthy and pretty in "I Love a Parade" necklace.
Kendra Haskell of Whimsy popped by my tent at the show. This talented maker attended Picnic as a shopper. Kendra looked adorable in a vintage bicycle headbadge necklace and Smokey the Bear piece. Blue is certainly her color!
A beauty in a blue bicycle headbadge necklace
Prevent Forest Fires - upcycled pinback button necklace
From start to finish, Picnic was a fantastic show to be a part of. Thanks to all the wonderful people who came out in droves. High fives to the organizers, artists, and musicians who made Picnic a great success and a special thanks to Mother Nature for a picture perfect day. The grand finale of my summer was grand indeed!
Thom lending a hand to Booster Signal

Just around the corner is a big fall/winter schedule:

Jamaica Plain Open Studios - September 21 & 22 - Jamaica Plain, MA
Crafty Bastards - September 28 & 29 - Washington DC
Brookline Marketplace - November 9 - Brookline, MA
Craftopia - November 10 - Pawtucket, RI
Wellesley Marketplace - November 23  - Wellesley, MA
Craftland Holiday Show - November 27 through December 31 - Providence, RI
SoWa Holiday Market - December 14 & 15 - Boston, MA
For updates, sales, and pics of new pieces, follow Twitch and Whiskers on Facebook and Etsy.


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We Are Light

I come from nowhere. I come from everywhere. I am one. I am many. I am as we are – eternal, out of time.
Le Cirque de Soleil, Saltimbanco

We are the Light, open, released over and over again.
Martha Glessing, Wind Cloud

I am reading (again) the late Martha Glessing’s exquisite autobiographical novel “Wind Cloud”, and light is much on my mind at the moment, particularly in these short days as sunlight hours wane, and the nights grow longer.

One can't help but rejoice in every dancing mote and ray - the pale sunlight coming through my kitchen window in early morning, moonlight and starlight on these clear cold early winter evenings, firelight in the old brick fireplace downstairs, the warm golden halo of the beeswax candle I light every morning and evening, a wand of smoldering sweetgrass incense in warm darkness. I have just been out to the garden to look at the waxing moon, and its radiance high in the early winter sky bears mute testimony to the power of light to awaken wonder in our lives, to comfort, beguile and sustain us.

Our lives, and the lives of all those with whom we share this planet, the planet itself - all exist in an eternal swirling dance, all of us together, spiraling endlessly round the Sun. We are beings made of light - creatures forged from the dust of stars that once lighted up the heavens and ceased to exist millennia ago. How special we all are are. Within the cells of our present metabolisms are encoded the wisdom of the earth, the stories of ancient cultures, the star knowledge of unknown (as yet) constellations and "The Big Bang" which is thought to have engendered not only this world, but our whole vast universe too.

The stardust of which we are made is in essence recycled matter, having assembled into diverse life forms over and over again, lived and died as those life forms, then dissolved back into the cosmic sea. We have been many things, have worn many shapes and answered to many names. In this lifetime I exist as a tatterdemalion, specific and perhaps unique collection of particles called Catherine or Cate, but in previous appearances I was someone or something altogether different. To paraphrase Cad Goddheu, or the Battle of the Trees (as it is known in English):

I have been a tree with its roots reaching into the good dark earth,
I have been a lake shining under the morning sun,
I have been a hawk soaring in rapturous flight,
I have been a dolphin dancing in the ocean,
I have been a mountain peak dreaming under the moon.

Diverse spiritual paths, creation tales and mythologies hold out a seamless paradigm in which we are all connected, if we only had the vision and wit to recognize it and conduct ourselves accordingly. Within the non-dualistic paradigms of such cultures and teachings, I am a creature made of light and my particles were forged in a star. Once upon a time I may have been part of a mountain somewhere. How wonderful is that?


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Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Morning in Phnom Penh

Spend some time this morning for some walk in Phnom Penh. Went to the old market, passed by the Canada Bank tower and walked to the Central Market, for some window shopping. In fact bought two T-Shirts there. On my way back to the Hotel I passed by a place with a lot of police and security, as the Indian president is this week in Phnom Penh for a state visit.

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Recording Studio for Young Pals Music Productions

Wednesday, September 3, 2014

"The Resilience of Love" - A Novel by Stephen B. Anderson

Now available at Amazon

The way others perceive you inevitably influences the way you perceive yourself—so, when those around you don’t approve of where your life is headed, it can be easy for you to lose track. But even if this happens, there is still hope. You can rise above the obstacles, reclaim your direction, and find meaning and value in your life.

“The Resilience of Love” follows three gay men, each of whom has different levels of awareness and acceptance of their lifestyle. Carlo is openly gay and has his mother’s support along with his father’s condemnation. Martin is still “in the closet,” as far as his parents are concerned. And Howard’s repression of his gay disposition has provoked amnesia. He has lost all sight of who, and what, he is.

Each man has issues he must confront, and together, they are about to explore unchartered territory that could make or break them—and their relationships.

As traditional values and matters of orientation, personality, and relationships collide in this compelling literary novel, the things these men learn about themselves, one another, and their families is sure to amaze you and teach you valuable lessons about love, identity, and the integrity of the human spirit.

Stephen B. Anderson is an open-minded, openly gay man who has experienced firsthand the difficulties associated with “coming out” to others and coming to terms with his own sexual orientation. He grew up in Iowa in a setting that epitomized conventional American values and studied for the Christian ministry for several years before resigning due to his emerging sexuality.

Anderson subsequently entered into a gay partnership that has lasted more than forty years and recently culminated in marriage. His parents initially were traumatized by his lifestyle, though they eventually came to accept, appreciate, and cherish the love and togetherness of his relationship.

Professionally, Anderson worked in an innovative rehabilitation program for people with mental illness about which he has published two books. His writing is drawn from personal experience and reflects insights he has gleaned about the hardiness of the human spirit.

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Tanzania: Bank M works on listing procedures

Bank M has started procedures to issue an Initial Public Offer (IPO) at the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) in a bid to raise additional capital of 50bn/-.

The bank’s Chief Executive Officer (Designate) Ms Jacquiline Woiso (pictured) said in Dar es Salaam on Tuesday while announcing the bank’s financial results for the first quarter 2016 engagement with the regulators, the Capital Markets and Security Authority (CMSA) and Bank of Tanzania (BoT) have started.

“The capital plans are scheduled for the second and third quarter this year and subject for approval by the regulatory authorities,” she said. She said the issuance of an IPO as well as the private placement are in line with the bank’s plan to increase its core capital to about 50bn/-.

Bank M is expected to be the eighth bank to go public after the CRDB, National Microfinance Bank (NMB), DCB Commercial Bank listed at the main market segment while Mkombozi Bank, Mwalimu Bank, Maendeleo Bank and Yetu Microfinance Bank fall under the Enterprise Growth Market (EGM).

Ms Woiso said in terms of product development, the bank is in the process of rolling out two products in the market, that is ‘Money Moja kwa Moja’ that will enable the bank’s clients to upload their outward clearing cheques from the convenience of their offices rather than operating through traditional ways.

The other product in the pipeline is cash management which will assist the bank’s clients in faster realisation of their accounts receivables, processing of payments and overall liquidity management through a centralised portal.

In the first quarter, Bank M Tanzania registered superb 2016 first quarter performance after posting pre-tax profit of 7.4bn/- compared to 6.13bn/- for the same period last year.
Source: Daily News, reported from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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