We too often think that whatever looks good is going to taste good, and vice versa. Just think about it. When we go to the grocery store, we're not going to pick out the fruit that looks discolored or deformed. Heck, even when choosing a cereal we'll gravitate towards the one with the most eye-catching box or price tag.
But how many yummy foods are we missing out on just because they don't look appetizing to the eye? There are tons of foods out there that people are missing out on just because they're turned off by the look of it. But they say never to judge a book by its cover, and the same can definitely be said about food. Just because something doesn't look like how we're normally used to or has an unusual smell or shape doesn't mean we should kick it to the curb. Rather, use it as an opportunity to expand one's taste palette. Who knows, it could be your new favorite food!
That's why we've put together this list of 25 food items that are strange and unusual looking, but still well worth a try! Read on to discover what foods you should give a chance. It doesn't have to be your new go-to meal, but there's nothing wrong with trying something at least once.
How do you feel about eating something with a face?
Granted, if you're a meat-eater, then many of the things you ingest once had a face. But it's an entirely different story when the thing you're chowing down on is served to you with its face staring up at yours. And if you order a monkfish in a restaurant, that's exactly what you should be prepared for. Monkfish are often used in France's cuisine and have been compared with lobster for having a similar taste. Though only the monkfish tale is edible, the fish is often served with its huge head and mouth upright, giving it an eerier appearance. But at least it tastes good, right?
You can never go wrong with an apple, right?
Most apples tend to look the same at the grocery store, minus their variations in colour and size. But we say that only having never seen a custard apple for sale in the produce section. These unique-looking apples kind of resemble an artichoke or a dried up soccer ball - neither of which sounds very appetizing. Despite their unyielding appearance, custard apples are also known as sugar apples for their ultra-sweet taste. They're extremely popular in Asia, so make sure to give one a try if you ever come across it.
This might be the closest you'll ever come to eating a sea urchin!
Rambutan is a medium-sized tropical tree that people have been eating for centuries. This intriguing plant is native to areas in Southeast Asia, such as Indonesia and Malaysia. It is related to fruits like the lychee, mamoncillo, and longan. The fruits are commonly sold fresh in markets or also used to make jams. Unfortunately, rambutans haven't caught on in popularity throughout the West, likely due to their eyebrow-raising exterior. Still, this fruit is high in vitamin C and is said to have a unique flavor, so we definitely recommend checking it out if you get the chance.
Mushrooms all look the same, right? Wrong!
You've never seen a real mushroom until you've come face-to-face with a morel. These unique mushrooms have become well-known for their honeycomb appearance. They a common feature in gourmet cuisine, particularly in France, and have actually resulted in a multi-million dollar industry. Who would've thought? Gourmet chefs tend to love morels for their various health benefits. They've got great nutritional content, offering significant amounts of iron, copper, and calcium, just to name a few.
A fruit has got to be exceptional if it's named after a religious figure. And Buddha's hands sure won't disappoint... once you get past its interesting exterior.
Originating from China, these funky yellow fruits were named for the fact that its branches kind of resemble a person's fingers stretching outwards. They're known for their sweet smell and seedless, citrus taste. Most fans of this fruit compare it to lemon. Buddha's hand has got a ton of health benefits that make us surprised that it's not more popular in Western cuisine- it's known for relieving pain, improving the respiratory system and immunity, and regulating blood pressure.
So many people refuse to try octopus since when it's served it looks so similar to, well, an octopus. There's something unnerving about knowing putting tentacles in your mouth. At least you'll never be able to watch The Little Mermaid the same way ever again.
Tempeh never looks very appetizing - after all; it looks like a mixture of beans with sticky white mush in between them. But there's a reason this food is so popular in other parts of the world.
Originating from Indonesia, tempeh is a traditional soy product that is a staple source of protein in many cultures. It's similar to tofu in that it's made from soybeans, though it has different nutritional values and texture. Specifically, since it's a whole soybean product, it has a higher content of protein, fibre, and valuable vitamins. It has a firm texture and earthy flavor but can take on the flavor of what its cooked with, also similar to tofu.
Given that its name hints that it's not the prettiest fruit around, we don't blame anyone for having low expectations when trying this fruit out.
Ugli fruits hail from Jamaica and are a cross between oranges, tangerines, and grapefruits, which leads to its infamous exterior - a bumpy, wrinkly, and slightly discolored peel that doesn't make the fruit look too appetizing. However, looks can be deceiving because once you cut into an Ugli fruit, you're met with juicy, tangy goodness. So, if you ever stumble upon one of these fruits in the supermarket, don't judge it until you try it. And our guess is that you'll be pleasantly surprised!
At first glance, this green and brown dish looks like something that's been sitting around for too long. But, nope - this is what it looks like fresh out of the pot!
Callaloo is a famous Caribbean dish made from a leafy vegetable like amaranth and taro root, though it can also be made with spinach or okra. It's said to have a similar taste to that of spinach, just a bit creamier. This healthy dish has been praised as a 'superfood' for its countless nutritional benefits. It's a high source of protein, iron, and fibre, thus helping build muscles and improve the immune system. This is one food you've got to try if you're looking to improve your health!
Is it just us, or do you also see a dozen tiny eyeballs when looking at noni?
This interesting fruit might be unsightly to look at, but it has tons of health benefits that can't be ignored. While it doesn't have a great smell and it boasts a bitter taste, noni has historically been a staple food. It earned the name "starvation fruit" after Indigenous people relied on them during times of famine. Nowadays, noni has been incorporated into juice drinks, powders, and even cosmetic products. It can either be eaten raw or uncooked. The seeds are also edible after being roasted.
Basil seeds tend to look like frog eggs when submerged in water, but that hasn't stopped tons of people from utilizing the health benefits of these tiny seeds.
Basil seeds are found in the Ocium sanctum plant and have been used for centuries due to their numerous health properties. They've been known to reduce inflammation, improve the immune and digestive system, and have cardiovascular benefits. Likewise, some have suggested they also helped in reducing stress and aiding in weight loss. Nowadays, you'll often find Basil seeds used in desserts and drinks. Are the benefits enough to make you try this interesting food out?
Tapioca pudding looks like something you might vomit after a long night out- aren't we right? But despite its questionable appearance, it's actually a sweet treat that many have loved throughout the years.
All you need is tapioca mixed with milk, cream, or even coconut milk to create this tasty dish at home. Plus, it doesn't hurt that tapioca is loved by health nuts everywhere for its nutritional content. Tapioca is free from cholesterol and low in sodium and is a high source of fibre, calcium, and folate. Plus, its easy to digest, so it's perfect for anyone with allergies or someone who's getting over being sick.
Once someone tells you that mussels look like aliens, you'll never be able to look at this delicacy the same way again.
Still, the questionable appearance of mussels hasn't stopped them from amassing a ton of popularity. Mussels have been a popular seafood for hundreds of years and are eaten all across the world. During World War II, mussels became a staple food in diners and restaurants across America due to the little availability of red meat at the time.
Nowadays, mussels are a delicacy you can find in most restaurants specializing in seafood. They can be smoked, boiled, steamed, roasted, or even barbecued.
It's hard to make anything fermented popular, but Kefir is rising in popularity as a healthy alternative to classic milk!
This white drink originated in Russia and is made from the bacterial fermentation of kefir grain. Health gurus praise it for being a rich source of probiotics. "They offer probiotics and are commonly eaten in many indigenous diets," dietician Jill Weisenberger told Shape magazine.
The jury is still out on whether this is as tasty as milk or not. But it could be a great option if you're looking for a milk substitute that isn't almond, soy or rice milk.
While a Jerusalem Artichoke kind of looks like a mangled ginger root, it's important to know the difference! This artichoke may look unappetizing, but its filled with tons of valuable minerals, vitamins, and other nutrients that make it a healthy option- and a yummy one, if you cook it correctly.
Nowadays, there are tons of meat substitutes that can offer vegetarians and vegans the taste of meat while still eating something plant-based. And while many of these options look tantalizing, we're not sure that mock duck is one of them.
This gluten-based vegetarian food is crafted from wheat gluten, salt, soy sauce, and oil. The dish gets its flavour from stewing the gluten in soy sauce and MSG. It has an infamous, albeit artificial 'plucked duck' texture to it, leading to its comical name. While fans of this dish say it's a great alternative to meat, somehow we're not as convinced.
Yes, this is something that actually exists!
Most people love adding tofu to a dish for its flavourlessness and ability to soak up the flavour of whatever it's being cooked with. But stinky tofu is another story.
This is a type of fermented tofu with as strong an odour as its name suggests. It is actually a delicacy and is commonly sold throughout China at night markets or roadside stands as a snack, rather than as a dish in restaurants. Some brave souls have compared this dish to the taste of blue cheese, and its distinctive smell to garbage or smelly feet. Would you have the guts to try this for yourself?
This dish is what nightmares are made of! Lifrarpylsa refers to a type of Icelandic liver sausage or 'haggis' that are produced from the innards of a sheep. Yes, seriously. The ingredient list calls for sheep's blood, minced sheep fat, chopped onions, oatmeal, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper, amongst other things.
This dish has traditionally been prepared in the fall around slaughter time and was a common meal in many Icelandic homes up until the 20th century. Nowadays, people feel more grossed out by the contents of this sausage than ever, so we can't say it's as popular as it used to be.
Seitan has been named the 'popular wheat meat'- but do you think this could totally replace meat in your life?
This tofu-like substance is something no one is going to be a huge fan of until they try it. It's got a weird texture that somehow looks like a mix between meatloaf and mushed brains. But the cool thing about it that's got people talking is how it becomes similar to the look and texture of meat when it's cooked, which is a huge pro for vegans and vegetarians. Likewise, Seitan has high nutritional value, as it is a huge source of protein making it a true meat substitute.
'Bitter' isn't the first word that comes to mind when we see this funky-looking fruit, but its (like you guessed it) bitter taste is what helped it earn this less-than-endearing name. Although it's not too tasty to have on its own, the bitter melon is a key ingredient in many Asian dishes.
The bitter melon first originated in India before being introduced to China in the 14thcentury. Nowadays, it's commonly used in many East and South Asian dishes. In fact, if you've ever ordered a stir-fry or Asian-style soup, then chances are you may have already tried this unusual melon.
If you're a huge fan of seaweed, then you're going to love this option.
To anyone who hasn't seen one of these bad boys in real life, they might be off-put by the amount of, er, sloppiness of this meal!
Sloppy Joes are famous American-made sandwiches that pair ground beef or pork with onions, tomatoes sauce or ketchup, and other seasonings on top of a hamburger bun. It might look like it's a total mess, but that's the beauty in this junky meal- and the taste will convince you that we're right. Eating this dish with your hands often results in a big mess due to the sloppy nature that its served in. So we recommend using a fork and knife unless you like getting greasy goodness everywhere.
Let's be honest: who really wants to eat mould?
There are only a small handful of people who enjoy eating this smelly cheese and all the power to them. But most folks are turned off by its less-than-attractive appearance and off-putting smell. The blue parts of this cheese are in fact bits of mould that began to (intentionally) form during the cheese's ageing process. Although the mould is obviously safe to ingest, most people can't get over knowing what it really is. Still, blue cheese is reportedly a lot more nutritious than other cheese out there, and many people love it with bread and wine. Are you one of those folks?
But a quick look at it will make you question how in the world it ever became synonymous with fanciness. If you didn't know, caviar is technically fish eggs. It's often served as an appetizer in high-end restaurants where it is used as a spread for bread- kind of similar to butter, we guess. Interestingly, this delicacy boasts various health benefits. It's rich in major omega 3 fatty acids, selenium, and B12. All you've got to do is get over the look and feel that you're literally eating tiny, jelly eggs. Gross or nah?
If you're not from Canada, then you're definitely going to think this guilty pleasure is one strange dish!
Poutine is a Quebec-born delicacy that first became popular in the '50s for combining fries with copious amounts of gravy and cheese curds. Its reputation has earned it the name "Canada's national dish." It sounds pretty gross on paper, but one bite will have you reconsidering. Nowadays, you can find restaurants specifically devoted to poutine, which will let you put anything on top of your fries concoction, including meat, vegetables, and all different kinds of cheese. What would you order your poutine with?


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The Association of American Publishers (AAP) is the principal trade association for the U.S. book publishing industry with some 300 members, comprising most of the major commercial book publishers in the United States, as well as smaller and medium-sized houses, non-profit publishers, university presses, and scholarly societies.
For information specifically about AAP�s �Digital Policy/Ebook Project,� including the white paper �Numbering Standards for eBooks� which selected the DOI as an integral part of its eBook numbering standard and specified guidelines for its use, click on the following DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1003/standards1.
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In this psalm we have David's struggle with and triumph over a strong temptation to distrust God and betake himself to indirect means for his own safety in a time of danger. It is supposed to have been penned when he began to feel the resentments of Saul's envy, and had had the javelin thrown at him once and again. He was then advised to run his country. "No,'' says he, "I trust in God, and therefore will keep my ground.'' Observe, I. How he represents the temptation, and perhaps parleys with it, (v. 1-3). II. How he answers it, and puts it to silence with the consideration of God's dominion and providence (v. 4), his favour to the righteous, and the wrath which the wicked are reserved for (v. 5-7). In times of public fear, when the insults of the church's enemies are daring and threatening, it will be profitable to meditate on this psalm.
Here is, I. David's fixed resolution to make God his confidence: In the Lord put I my trust, v. 1. Those that truly fear God and serve him are welcome to put their trust in him, and shall not be made ashamed of their doing so. And it is the character of the saints, who have taken God for their God, that they make him their hope. Even when they have other things to stay themselves upon, yet they do not, they dare not, stay upon them, but on God only. Gold is not their hope, nor are horses and chariots their confidence, but God only; and therefore, when second causes frown, yet their hopes do not fail them, because the first cause is still the same, is ever so. The psalmist, before he gives an account of the temptation he was in to distrust God, records his resolution to trust in him, as that which he was resolved to live and die by.
1. As the serious advice of his timorous friends; so many understand it, and with great probability. Some that were hearty well-wishers to David, when they saw how much Saul was exasperated against him and how maliciously he sought his life, pressed him by all means to flee for the same to some place of shelter, and not to depend too much upon the anointing he had received, which, they thought, was more likely to occasion the loss of his head than to save it. That which grieved him in this motion was not that to flee now would savour of cowardice, and ill become a soldier, but that it would savour of unbelief and would ill become a saint who had so often said, In the Lord put I my trust. Taking it thus, the two following verses contain the reason with which these faint-hearted friends of David backed this advice. They would have him flee, (1.) Because he could not be safe where he was, v. 2. "Observe,'' say they, "how the wicked bend their bow; Saul and his instruments aim at thy life, and the uprightness of thy heart will not be thy security.'' See what an enmity there is in the wicked against the upright, in the seed of the serpent against the seed of the woman; what pains they take, what preparations they make, to do them a mischief: They privily shoot at them, or, in darkness, that they may not see the evil designed, to avoid it, nor others, to prevent it, no, nor God himself, to punish it. (2.) Because he could be no longer useful where he was. "For,'' say they, "if the foundations be destroyed'' (as they were by Saul's mal-administration), "if the civil state and government be unhinged and all out of course'' (Ps. 75:3, 82:5), "what canst thou do with thy righteousness to redress the grievances? Alas! it is to no purpose to attempt the saving of a kingdom so wretchedly shattered; whatever the righteous can do signifies nothing.'' Abi in cellam, et dic, Miserere mei, Domine—Away to thy cell, and there cry, Pity me, O Lord! Many are hindered from doing the service they might do to the public, in difficult times, by a despair of success.
2. It may be taken as a taunt wherewith his enemies bantered him, upbraiding him with the professions he used to make of confidence in God, and scornfully bidding him try what stead that would stand him in now. "You say, God is your mountain; flee to him now, and see what the better you will be.'' Thus they endeavoured to shame the counsel of the poor, saying, There is no help for them in God, Ps. 14:6; 3:2. The confidence and comfort which the saints have in God, when all the hopes and joys in the creature fail them, are a riddle to a carnal world and are ridiculed accordingly. Taking it thus, the two following verses are David's answer to this sarcasm, in which, (1.) He complains of the malice of those who did thus abuse him (v. 2): They bend their bow and make ready their arrows; and we are told (Ps. 64:3) what their arrows are, even bitter words, such words as these, by which they endeavour to discourage hope in God, which David felt as a sword in his bones. (2.) He resists the temptation with a gracious abhorrence, v. 3. He looks upon this suggestion as striking at the foundations which every Israelite builds upon: "If you destroy the foundations, if you take good people off from their hope in God, if you can persuade them that their religion is a cheat and a jest and can banter them out of that, you ruin them, and break their hearts indeed, and make them of all men the most miserable.'' The principles of religion are the foundations on which the faith and hope of the righteous are built. These we are concerned, in interest as well as duty, to hold fast against all temptations to infidelity; for, if these be destroyed, if we let these go, What can the righteous do? Good people would be undone if they had not a God to go to, a God to trust to, and a future bliss to hope for.
I. That there is a God in heaven: The Lord is in his holy temple above, where, though he is out of our sight, we are not out of his. Let not the enemies of the saints insult over them, as if they were at a loss and at their wits' end: no, they have a God, and they know where to find him and how to direct their prayer unto him, as their Father in heaven. Or, He is in his holy temple, that is, in his church; he is a God in covenant and communion with his people, through a Mediator, of whom the temple was a type. We need not say, "Who shall go up to heaven, to fetch us thence a God to trust to?'' No, the word is nigh us, and God in the word; his Spirit is in his saints, those living temples, and the Lord is that Spirit.
II. That this God governs the world. The Lord has not only his residence, but his throne, in heaven, and he has set the dominion thereof in the earth (Job 38:33); for, having prepared his throne in the heavens, his kingdom ruleth over all, Ps. 103:19. Hence the heavens are said to rule, Dan. 4:26. Let us by faith see God on this throne, on his throne of glory, infinitely transcending the splendour and majesty of earthly princes—on his throne of government, giving law, giving motion, and giving aim, to all the creatures—on his throne of judgment, rendering to every man according to his works—and on his throne of grace, to which his people may come boldly for mercy and grace; we shall then see no reason to be discouraged by the pride and power of oppressors, or any of the afflictions that attend the righteous.
III. That this God perfectly knows every man's true character: His eyes behold, his eye-lids try, the children of men; he not only sees them, but he sees through them, not only knows all they say and do, but knows what they think, what they design, and how they really stand affected, whatever they pretend. We may know what men seem to be, but he knows what they are, as the refiner knows what the value of the gold is when he has tried it. God is said to try with his eyes, and his eye-lids, because he knows men, not as earthly princes know men, by report and representation, but by his own strict inspection, which cannot err nor be imposed upon. This may comfort us when we are deceived in men, even in men that we think we have tried, that God's judgment of men, we are sure, is according to truth.
IV. That, if he afflict good people, it is for their trial and therefore for their good, v. 5. The Lord tries all the children of men that he may do them good in their latter end, Deu. 8:16. Let not that therefore shake our foundations nor discourage our hope and trust in God.
V. That, however persecutors and oppressors may prosper and prevail awhile, they now lie under, and will for ever perish under, the wrath of God. 1. He is a holy God, and therefore hates them, and cannot endure to look upon them: The wicked, and him that loveth violence, his soul hateth; for nothing is more contrary to the rectitude and goodness of his nature. Their prosperity is so far from being an evidence of God's love that their abuse of it does certainly make them the objects of his hatred. He that hates nothing that he has made, yet hates those who have thus ill-made themselves. Dr. Hammond offers another reading of this verse: The Lord trieth the righteous and the wicked (distinguishes infallibly between them, which is more than we can do), and he that loveth violence hateth his own soul, that is, persecutors bring certain ruin upon themselves (Prov. 8:36), as follows here. 2. He is a righteous Judge, and therefore he will punish them, v. 6. Their punishment will be, (1.) Inevitable: Upon the wicked he shall rain snares. Here is a double metaphor, to denote the unavoidableness of the punishment of wicked men. It shall be rained upon them from heaven (Job 20:23), against which there is no fence and from which there is no escape; see Jos. 10:11; 1 Sa. 2:10. It shall surprise them as a sudden shower sometimes surprises the traveller in a summer's day. It shall be as snares upon them, to hold them fast, and keep them prisoners, till the day of reckoning comes. (2.) Very terrible. It is fire, and brimstone, and a horrible tempest, which plainly alludes to the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, and very fitly, for that destruction was intended for a figure of the vengeance of eternal fire, Jude 7. The fire of God's wrath, fastening upon the brimstone of their own guilt, will burn certainly and furiously, will burn to the lowest hell and the utmost line of eternity. What a horrible tempest are the wicked hurried away in at death! What a lake of fire and brimstone must they make their bed in for ever, in the congregation of the dead and damned! It is this that is here meant; it is this that shall be the portion of their cup, the heritage appointed them by the Almighty and allotted to them, Job 20:29. This is the cup of trembling which shall be put into their hands, which they must drink the dregs of, Ps. 75:8. Every man has the portion of his cup assigned him. Those who choose the Lord for the portion of their cup shall have what they choose, and be for ever happy in their choice (Ps. 16:5); but those who reject his grace shall be made to drink the cup of his fury, Jer. 25:15; Isa. 51:17; Hab. 2:16.
VI. That, though honest good people may be run down and trampled upon, yet God does and will own them, and favour them, and smile upon them, and that is the reason why God will severely reckon with persecutors and oppressors, because those whom they oppress and persecute are dear to him; so that whosoever toucheth them toucheth the apple of his eye, v. 7. 1. He loves them and the work of his own grace in them. He is himself a righteous God, and therefore loves righteousness wherever he finds it and pleads the cause of the righteous that are injured and oppressed; he delights to execute judgment for them, Ps. 103:6. We must herein be followers of God, must love righteousness as he does, that we may keep ourselves always in his love. He looks graciously upon them: His countenance doth behold the upright; he is not only at peace with them, and puts gladness into their hearts, by letting them know that he is so. He, like a tender father, looks upon them with pleasure, and they, like dutiful children, are pleased and abundantly satisfied with his smiles. They walk in the light of the Lord.
In singing this psalm we must encourage and engage ourselves to trust in God at all times, must depend upon him to protect our innocence and make us happy, must dread his frowns as worse than death and desire his favour as better than life.


HARARE - The Zimbabwe National Water Authority (Zinwa) is seeking $70 million for the refurbishment of major dams which, if further delayed, could see them collapsing.
This came out when Zinwa management appeared before the parliamentary thematic committee on Indigenisation and Empowerment last week.
Zinwa chief executive officer Jefta Sakupwanya told the committee that at least 266 dams across the country were in urgent need of refurbishment after they were ravaged by last year's heavy rains which caused heavy floods across the country.
"The authority aims to rehabilitate 266 dams which were breached in the 2016/17 rainfall season.
"This will require a financial outlay of about $70 million.
"After the floods, we moved around the country taking note or recording all dams which were breached and the rehabilitation of those will cost $70 million," said Sakupwanya.
This would imply that the figure has more than doubled in less than two years.
As of April 2016, dam maintenance required $33 million, which government could not avail citing financial challenges.
The dams, Sakupwanya said, now posed a serious danger to human life and infrastructure.
He said Zinwa was currently in the process of rehabilitating 41 of the dams.
We have a dam in Chivi North ward 5 which the dam wall part of it has since collapsed more than ten years ago and all efforts have been made to have it repaired and we lost hope, this dam was looking after around 600 families together with livestock. Am sure with the new dispensation we are confident that Zinwa through Government will be able to look at our very long outstanding problem. Previously a quotation was estimated at below $200,000 to repair it.


Bali has something for everyone in terms of night-life. Whether you want to put on your best outfit and dance the night away, or just sip on some cocktails a nd watch the world go by, you will find a spot that was made for you. Bali offers cheap drinks and the locals often mingle with tourists, so wherever you go, you can expect to make some new friends.
If you want to have a night on the tiles, it might be wise to have a late afternoon nap. Nightlife in Bali does not really kick off until after midnight. The two main spots for clubbing are Kuta for the younger and more wild crowd and Seminyak for the more refined clubber.
Bali has also adopted the mega club concept, where you can find everything from restaurants to bars and dance clubs all under one roof. The concept of rooftop lounges is also gaining traction and they are becoming ever more popular. Happy Hour promotions are very popular and many bars and clubs will have some form of offer or discount going every day.
Bali is generally safe, but do watch yourself and make sure that you do not, under any circumstance, have any drugs in your possession or be under the influence of drugs. There are no enforced closing hours, so this is why the club scene starts late. It is not uncommon for the clubs to still be pumping music out by the morning.
Kuta tends to attract a younger crowd and clubs normally play R&B, Top 40 tracks and mainstream dance music. Seminyak is for the more discerning clubber and most venues play a mixture of club dance, dubstep, house and whatever else tends to be popular on the world wide club scene.
While Bali's nightlife can be wild, the island is still very peaceful and men are told not to take off their shirts at night and in clubs.


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Q: Usage of import('something') vs. import from 'something' I came across the following from MDN:
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Waratahs 27 Crusaders 33 = contentment.
Sunday afternoon at the transposed Concordia(German) Club contemplating the future possibilities for Pell Mell in 17th century kit on the bowling green and indulging in sausage, sauerkraut and Dortmunder, in no particular order. Promised to invite friends over for dinner soon.
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Everything farmer and former priest Graham Hess believes about the world changes when he finds an intricate pattern of circles carved into his fields -- mysterious markings that cause a media frenzy and test his faith in this sci-fi thriller.
Mel Gibson, Joaquin Phoenix, Rory Culkin, Abigail Breslin, Cherry Jones, M. Night Shyamalan, Patricia Kalember, Ted Sutton, Merritt Wever, Lanny Flaherty
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Sci-Fi Thrillers, Alien Sci-Fi, Suspense
Scary, Suspenseful, Ominous
English: Dolby Digital 5.1, French: Dolby Digital 5.1
French, Spanish (Neutral)
Common Sense rating OK for kids 14+
Parents need to know that Signs is a 2002 suspense movie in which a man who has given up being a minister in the wake of the tragic car accident that took his wife must come to grips with his faith as he and his family try to make sense of what appears to be an impending alien invasion. There is some violence--a boy must kill one of his family's dogs after it turns violent, a man must fight an alien with a baseball bat. There is also demonic alien imagery and sound effects that happens more often as the story builds to its climax. Throughout, there is extreme tension and peril; while on the whole not graphic nor gory, some viewers will find it very scary. Some will be comforted by its ultimate conclusion, but others will find it disappointing, even sugary or superficial. There is also some profanity throughout.
Frequent suspenseful scenes. A young boy is forced to kill one of his family's dogs with a barbeque poker after it turns violent. A dying woman is pinned to a tree by a car that hit her. A man fights an alien with a baseball bat. News footage shows children screaming when they spot what appears to be an alien walking down their street. Demonic alien imagery and sound effects.
Occasional profanity: "B--ch," "Ass," S--t," "Crap," Bulls--t," "Piss."
Themes concerning fate, coincidencel, faith versus doubt.
Cigarette smoking.


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Columbus, Miss.-based author Michael Farris Smith signs copies of his latest novel, "Desperation Road," on Wednesday, Feb. 8, at Lemuria Books. Photo Luisa Porter/Catfish Alley
By Micah Smith Wednesday, February 8, 2017 6 a.m. CST
Many great books start from a small idea. Columbus, Miss., author Michael Farris Smith's latest novel began with a single image: a woman and her child walking down the side of the road on a hot day, everything that they own in tow.
"I just couldn't get that picture out of my mind," Smith says. "I think it's something you see—not necessarily a woman and child, but anytime I see someone just alone on the side of the road walking, I just wonder. I began following (the characters) to see why they were there, what they were doing and what kind of danger they'd be in."
That image became the inspiration for his new thriller, "Desperation Road" (Lee Boudreaux Books, 2017, $26). Set in Mississippi, the novel follows ex-convict Russell Gaines, a woman named Maben and her daughter, Annalee, all of whose lives become intertwined after a chance encounter—though it's tough to say much about the plot without spoiling the many twists that Smith subjects his characters to.
The book has received plenty of praise for its winding tension, even before its Feb. 7 release, with a Gold Dagger Award nomination from the Crime Writers' Association, and inclusion on Barnes & Nobles' Discover Great New Writers list for the spring, the Indie Next List for February and Amazon's "Best Books of the Month."
"I'm helped in the process by the fact that I get bored easily," Smith says with a laugh. "If I feel like I'm getting bored, I make something happen. I'm also of the opinion that I don't want my characters to have one problem. I want them to have several things they're dealing with because that's how it is in life. I mean, none of us have just one thing that's bothering us."
While he says that he agrees with people who refer to the novel as dark or noir, he also sees "Desperation Road" as a story of courage, redemption and love for humanity. Even for those who wouldn't normally read a thriller or crime novel, Smith says the book is a worthwhile read for those interested in his home state.
"You know, it's a Mississippi novel," Smith says. "I've had a couple people say to me already, 'If I wanted someone to know what Mississippi was like, this is the book I would tell them to read.' So I guess it doesn't matter what genre you're into. If you're looking for a Mississippi novel, crack it open."
"Desperation Road" is the follow-up to Smith's first novel, "Rivers" (Simon & Schuster, 2013, $25), which also received an Indie Next List selection, appeared on several national lists of 2013's best books, and earned Smith the 2014 Mississippi Author Award for Fiction. The novel was also covered and reviewed in major publications such as The New York Times, The Paris Review and The Washington Post.
With that type of attention on his work, one might expect Smith to be somewhat nervous at the anticipation for "Desperation Road," but he says that he felt more comfortable with the writing process now after his experience on "Rivers" and his debut novella, "Hands of Strangers" (Main Street Rag Publishing Company, 2011, $9.95).
It's just about going into his workspace each day and writing the best story that he can—and living up to a high standard that you've already set for yourself is a pretty great problem to have, he says.
Michael Farris Smith signs copies of "Desperation Road" at 5 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 8, at Lemuria Books (Banner Hall, 4465 Interstate 55 N., Suite 202). For more information, visit michaelfarrissmith.com.
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Sometimes, things you love just don't go well together.
Children and big nights out?
But then again, some weird combinations can be a real surprise.
You love mushrooms. You love coffee. But you probably can't imagine putting them together right? Think again!
You might feel a bit grossed out at the thought of dipping a chunk of portobello in your cup of coffee, but trust us on this!
Mushroom coffee takes its cue from traditional Chinese medicine.
By blending together dried mushroom powder with black coffee, this drink offers you some major health benefits.
You won't need to worry about the mushroom taste either - the mushrooms in question have been selected for their health-boosting properties, not their fungal flavour.
Spray drying techniques take away the 'shroomy flavour, giving you just what you want: a delicious mug of coffee, but with a few added bonuses.
If drinking coffee is part of your daily routine you've probably worried from time to time about the amount of caffeine that you're consuming. One major benefit of mushroom coffee is that it has half the caffeine per serving than regular coffee. With about 50mg of caffeine per 250ml cup, it has a similar level to green tea.
Less caffeine means fewer side effects to worry about - but on the plus side, mushroom coffee can actually give you more of an energy boost. That's all thanks to the properties of the mushrooms that are used.
What's So Great About These Mushrooms Then?
Forget the magic mushrooms that you've heard about - these are the real deal!
Different types of mushrooms are used in the preparation of the drink, but they're not the sort that you'll usually find on your dinner table. These medicinal mushrooms all have great benefits for your health. Some of these benefits are pretty much universal.
For example, cordyceps mushrooms stimulate your adrenal glands, leaving you pepped up and ready to go, but without any caffeine headaches to ruin your day.
Mushrooms are great for vitamins and minerals, boosting your levels of copper, potassium and selenium, as well as calcium. Plus, mushroom coffee is free from fat and cholesterol, so if you're watching your waistline, this is a diet-friendly drink that won't make you pile on the kilos!
Some other advantages depend on the specific fungi in your drink.
What Blend Should I Choose?
For centuries Cordyceps have been used in traditional Chinese medicine and have some great benefits for controlling cholesterol, blood sugar and inflammation. Also an antioxidant, Cordyceps help fight cell damage and that means it has great anti-aging potential!
If you need focus, you'll want to reach for a cup of this Lion's Mane and Rhodiola Root blend. A favourite with Buddhist monks, the Lion Mane mushroom promotes concentration, making it ideal for exam season or intense days at work. Add the antioxidant Rhodiola and you have a potent blend that helps protect you from stress and illness.
Adding the productivity boosting properties of the Lion's Mane to Chaga is a powerful combination. The dual extracted chaga mushrooms give you some extra energy and supports your immune system, protecting you from those nasty bugs doing the rounds.
For those days when you're seriously stressed out, try a soothing mug of this delicious instant mushroom drink that uses Reishi mushrooms to help you sleep better and leave you chilled.
Another great antioxidant, the Reishi mushroom is known to aid in stress relief.
We know it sounds weird, but this is one combination that you're bound to love.
With a steaming hot mug of mushroom coffee, you'll be ready to enjoy a totally different drink experience.
Still not sold? Just think about it: who decided it was normal to mix the juice of a tropical bean with milk in the first place?
Mushroom coffee is bound to be the next big thing for health-conscious coffee drinkers, so grab your mug today and let's all drink a toast to these awesome fungi!


One aspect of a beautiful, healthy smile is the proper alignment of your teeth. Although veneers can modify the appearance of tooth spacing, tooth size, and shape, they are not always recommended treatment. This article will help you understand why a course of orthodontics, such as the Invisalign® treatment we offer at Smile Design Dentistry, might be your best choice.
Some patients ask us about veneer treatment to make cosmetic corrections, and when they are examined, they learn that veneer treatment is not the best option for them. If the patient has occlusal (bite) problems, the way their teeth come together is likely to increase the risk of veneers being damaged as the patient bites and chews.
Many adults do not want to be seen wearing braces and are impatient to get their dentistry done as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, this may not be in their best interest. If your Smile Design Dentistry dentist recommends tooth alignment as part of your treatment plan, it is because they know that creating an optimal bite is in your best interest now and long into the future, for both oral health and the functional wear of the dentistry you choose.
Moving your teeth into proper alignment through orthodontics not only gives you a beautiful smile but also aligns your teeth so your teeth, jaw muscles and jaw joints work comfortably and harmoniously. The proper spacing of your teeth also results in your ability to brush and floss all surfaces of your teeth more easily and thoroughly, reducing harmful bacteria that cause dental caries and gum disease. This means you will have fewer oral health problems, need less restorative dentistry over your lifetime, and should have comfortable jaw joints and muscles.
Proper alignment enhances tooth and jaw function, thus maximizing long-term oral health and comfort.
Proper alignment increases the longevity of the dentistry. Both your natural teeth and your restorations will last longer.
Having straight teeth makes it easier for you and the dental hygienist to keep them clean.
If you need a crown or bridge, it will be a more optimal restoration if the teeth are aligned properly making space for the restoration.
Another advantage for some people is the dramatic improvement of facial appearance.
The disappointment in not being a good candidate for quick cosmetic treatment with veneers can be overcome. If you long for a beautiful smile, move forward with a conversation with a Smile Design Dentistry dentist. You might not need a lot of additional cosmetic treatment after teeth alignment. Many times, creating a functional bite through orthodontics creates a beautiful esthetic smile with minimal dentistry.
Our dentists have expertise in teen and adult orthodontics using Invisalign® clear aligners to create a beautiful healthy bite and smile. This technology is highly effective for treating mild to moderate tooth spacing issues, including mild to moderate overbites and underbites.
Smile Design Dentistry accepts most insurance and discount plans. We accept payment from most PPO, HMO, and indemnity plans. And, we also offer financing options. A conversation to learn what is possible for you and what may be best for you is where it all begins. Give us a call today!


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Please send this letter to tell your politicians to end religious discrimination in Irish schools
Atheist Ireland is in a dialogue process with the Minister for Education as well as the Taoiseach about religious discrimination in Irish schools. If you want to help this process, we have prepared the following letter that you can use as a basis for your own letter to your local TDs, Ministers, Senators, Euro MPs and others.
The religious discrimination in Irish schools is contrary to the European Convention and International Human Rights treaties that Ireland has signed up to, yet it remains entrenched in admissions policies, rules for schools, curriculum guidelines, even equality and employment legislation, and politicians keep finding reasons to avoid addressing the issue.
You can find the contact details for your local politicians at
http://www.oireachtas.ie/parliament/tdssenators/
Please let Atheist Ireland know of your responses and experiences.
(info@atheist.ie or education@atheist.ie)
Here's the sample letter. We suggest that you use it as the basis of your own personal letter, and include any personal examples that you have experienced of religious discrimination in Irish schools.
Sample letter:
Re: Remove religious discrimination in access to publicly funded schools.
Please give your support to removing religious discrimination in access to publicly funded schools. As it stands now Section 7 – 3 (c) of the Equal Status Act permits publicly funded National Schools to give preference to co-religionists and to refuse access to a child in order to uphold their religious ethos. Please remove this Section of the Equal Status Act so that all children in Ireland are treated equally and with respect.
The proposed new Draft General Scheme of an (Admissions to schools Bill) 2013 will not remove religious discrimination in access to publicly funded National Schools and many children will continue to suffer religious discrimination in access to education. Religious discrimination in access to education undermines the dignity of the child and breaches Ireland's international obligations. It is a breach of the European Convention and the United Nations has asked Ireland on more than one occasion to remove this religious discrimination.
You would not countenance a situation where a child was refused access to a publicly funded hospital on the grounds of their parents' religion, so why is it in order to refuse a child access to their only local publicly funded National school because their parents have no religion or are from a minority religion.
I/we ask that you treat all the children of Ireland equally and protect their human rights by removing religious discrimination in our education system.
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We don't yet understand the inner workings of our brains well enough to guide the prescribe of innovation processes and techniques. But we do understand what attitudes, assumptions and beliefs are productive and counterproductive. And that may be even more useful.
By looking at innovation in a collaborative sense, we can harness a new way to stoke ideas, creativity and innovation. A greater percentage of our capacity for innovation comes from the environment and people around us. By bringing in people who think differently than we do, we're instantly creating a greater ability to think differently.
Innovation is an inherently emergent process. It's not just about where we want to end up; it's highly dependent on where we are. Where we begin has a profound impact on where we can go.
There's a prevalent and long-perpetuated myth about innovators, that they are persistent; they don't give up. Renowned innovators like Henry Ford and Thomas Edison have even said it of themselves, crediting their success in part on their persistence. But it's at best a poor choice of words and at worst a fundamental misunderstanding of what innovation entails, even by some of its best practitioners.
What most distinguishes the innovation high performers from the less innovative is not some indiscernible secret sauce of mental faculties. What distinguishes them is their mindset. That is to say: their attitudes, assumptions and beliefs—their mental models—about how the world works. These mental models are often subconscious. Yet they can have a huge impact on someone's behavior and therefore how well they perform—and innovate.
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Leslie K. Williams
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Leslie K. Williams is the director of dance at Liberty High School in Colorado Springs. Leslie's involvement in dance education includes: public school instructor; private studio teacher; musical theater, show choir and color guard choreographer; stage manager and technical director. In 2010 she was awarded the Distinguished Service within the Profession award from the Alliance for Colorado Theatre for her work in public education musical theatre; in 2017 she was part of the Thomas S. Crawford Team of the Year for Academy District 20. Leslie is a three time presenter at the NDEO National Conference, and a member of the most recent Standards Review Committee for Dance in Colorado. She has a BA in Theater and Dance Performance from Lindenwood University and an MA in Dance Education from the University of Northern Colorado.
Sandra Minton
Secretary & Higher Education Representative
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Sandra was Dance Coordinator/Professor at the University of Northern Colorado, 1972-1998. Currently she teaches dance in a public school and presents workshops for teachers. Her Human Kinetics books include Choreography: A Basic Approach Using Improvisation, Dance Mind & Body & Preventing Dance Injuries (co-editor). Using Movement to Teach Academics: The Mind & Body As One Entity was published by Rowman & Littlefield Education in 2008. Minton's dance education research is published in juried dance journals. She is a National Dance Association Artist/Scholar, and a Fulbright Scholar to Finland. Minton's M.A. and Ph.D.degrees are in dance from UCLA and Texas Woman's University. She has studied with a number of dance and dance education professionals.
Megan Clark
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Megan Clark, a Kansas City, Missouri native, graduated from Oklahoma City University's Ann Lacy School of American Dance and Entertainment with a Bachelor of Science Degree in American Dance Pedagogy and a Master of Fine Arts Degree in Dance. Megan went on to serve as an Assistant Professor of Dance, Assistant Director to the Community Dance Center, and Assistant to Jo Rowan, Dance Department Chair, at OCU. In 2015, Megan and her husband decided to relocate to Denver. Megan is currently in her fourth season as a dance instructor for Leap Dance Studio. She has taught at Denver School of the Arts as a Guest Artist and Rocky Mountain Theatre for Kids/The Actor's Academy for the Performing Arts. Megan serves as Secretary on Presenting Denver's Dance Events Committee. Megan has extensive training in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Musical Theater Dance. Megan has had the privilege of teaching, choreographing, directing, performing, and behind-the-scenes work throughout her career. Megan is a Leap 'N Learn® certified teacher and plans to complete the Rhythm Works Integrative Dance teacher training this summer. Megan is passionate about sharing dance with her community and bringing dance educators and enthusiasts together.
Emily Hoch
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Emily Hoch, M.A., a Colorado native, began her dance training at age three and now holds her Masters in Dance Education from the University of Northern Colorado. She has been fortunate to have had diverse dance training working with artists from professional and collegiate levels in jazz, modern, tap, ballet, hip-hop, musical theater, West African dance, as well as Capoeira. Ms. Hoch is dance artist, educator, advocate, and adjudicator for dance schools throughout Colorado. As a full time dance educator she designs arts integrated lessons, and curriculum for grades K-9 at a local public charter school in the Jefferson County School District, Doral Academy of Colorado. Ms. Hoch enjoys creating classes to inspire career readiness in the field of dance and production with courses such as dance for film, choreography, theatre production and stage management. Ensuring that students have a rich exposure in arts and production. She also serves as an Ambassador for Presenting Denver, and helps fulfill their mission to support the art of dance through increased public exposure and appreciation of movement as an innovative art form. She has been teaching jazz and modern classes for dancers at the Arvada Center for close to 10 years now, and serves as a resident choreographer for the Arvada Center Dance Theatre Company. She is a proud mother of a teenager, whose passions run deep in football, track, and outdoor activities.
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Ann Hunt holds a BFA in Modern Dance from the University of Utah and has been teaching dance for 20 years. While at The University of Utah Ann was the recipient of the prestigious Elizabeth R. Hayes Award, President of the Student Representative Association, performed with the U of U's Performing Dance Company and was a guest dancer for Rirey and Woodbury Dance Company in the 2002 Olympics. Ann also taught creative movement for the Salt Lake City, Utah School District, as well as ballet and jazz at Elite Dance Studio. Along with her involvement in dance she served as a pointe shoe fitter for Dancewear Unlimited. After finishing her degree, Ann became the Artistic Director of the Juan Diego Catholic High School Dance Department in Draper, Utah, where she taught contemporary, jazz, ballet, ballroom, and choreography. She was a member of the Utah Dance Education Organization and the National Dance Education Organization. Ann moved to Colorado in 2005 and has four children. She has been on Faculty at Leap Dance Studio since 2014, was a Guest Artist at Denver School of the Arts, serves on the Dance Archive Board at Denver University and the Colorado Dance Education board. Ann most recently produced her own show Pairings and looks forward to creating more shows in the future.
Lindsey Kellen
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Lindsey Kellen is a dance instructor and choreographer throughout Colorado Springs. Lindsey graduated in 2017 with her Bachelor of Arts degree in dance from Lindenwood University, located St. Charles, MO. She has had the opportunity to perform with Ormao Dance Company, and performed at the American College Dance Association (ACDA) festival. Lindsey's choreography and teaching credits include Liberty High School, Colorado Springs Conservatory, Doherty High School, and The Dance Center of Colorado Springs. She has had the opportunity to choreograph many different styles of dance including show choir, musicals, and competition dance to name a few. Lindsey's objective is to help all students discover the love of dance and help them grow as artists and positive members of society.
Melissa Kubik
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Melissa Kubik has been teaching dance for over 30 years throughout the Chicago, IL and Denver, CO metropolitan areas. Her training and performing credits include: Christine DuBoulay, Richard Ellis, Al Gilbert, Birute Barodicate, Claire Bataille (Hubbard Street Dance/Lou Conte Studio); Maria Tallchief, Homer Bryant, Paul Mejia (Chicago City Ballet), Robert Joffrey, Charthel Arthur, Robert Estner, Jim Snyder (Joffrey Concert Dancers), Sally Seven, Patricia McBride, Conrad Ludlow, Cherie Noble (Grand Rapids Civic Ballet), Gayla Zukevich, Loyce Houlton (Ballet Michigan), Bruce Marks, Melissa Hayden, Helgi Tomasson (Boston Ballet). She served on the board of TJ & Dance Company in Illinois. Her choreography has been showcased by Florida State University, Heritage Grove Players, Naperville Players, Circle Theatre, and many dance troupes for competitions. Her teaching philosophy is to train the WHOLE dancer. Technique is important as well as physical and mental health.
Kathi Crum
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Kathi Crum is currently Junior Division Coordinator and ballet teacher for Colorado Ballet Academy. Kathi has previously been on the faculty of Houston Ballet Academy and taught in collaboration with Nikoloz Makhateli. Other schools that she has taught extensively at are Peak Academy of Dance in Conifer, CO; Multicultural Education and Counseling through the Arts (MECA), Houston Metropolitan Dance Center, and West University Dance Center in Houston, TX. Kathi's primary focus is providing sound and quality ballet training and teaching training has included workshops at Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet, Vail International Teacher's Conference with Gilbert Mayer of the Ballet School of Paris Opera, Anne Green-Gilbert, trained pointe shoe fitter by Gamba, Ltd., and is an ABT® Certified Teacher, who has successfully completed the ABT® Teacher Training Intensive in Primary through Levels 6/7 and Partnering of the ABT® National Training Curriculum. Ballet training included many years at Dance Theatre of Harlem and as an advanced trainee at Joffrey, NY. Kathi was a corps member of Connecticut Ballet under Brett Raphael.
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Cathrine is a Colorado native that began studying ballet over two decades ago. She began studying dance with Richard Denny at his then school The Ballet School. Cathrine began her teaching career with The Ballet School as a teen and now has countless years of experience teaching children through adults. During her dancing years she went to many prestigious competitions, learned and performed classical and contemporary roles, and danced as a guest artist for dance schools all across Colorado. After taking a short break she resumed teaching for Richard in his new Brighton location is 2003. She has been Owner and Artistic Director since 2008. Cathrine is an active member of the Colorado Dance community.
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The Decoy Bride Film Review – A Quirky and Adorable RomCom
Updated on: August 30, 2022 by Bailey Cavender
The Decoy Bride starring David Tennant and Kelly Macdonald.
There are some films that just dance onto the screen, proceed to do a happy jig and leave a smile on the face of the audience for the entire run of the film. The Decoy Bride is one such film. Starring David Tennant, Kelly MacDonald and Alice Eve, the story is a clever and adorable addition to the romantic comedy genre and one of my comfort films. It was released in March of 2012 in both the US and the UK.
I do want to give a warning, there is a near-drowning in this film, so please be aware of that.
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The film opens with the wedding of eccentric yet famous movie star Lara Tyler and author James Arber being crashed by determined paparazzi. Because of Lara's fear of the paparazzi and her disdain for the way they hound celebrities, the two need to find a place that's remote for their wedding. This leads them to the island of Hegg, which James had used as the site for his first novel, The Ornithologist's Wife, Lara's favorite book.
Hegg is part of the Outer Hebrides and is, for the most part, inhabited by older couples. Our first introduction to Hegg is through the eyes of Katie Nic Aodh, a young woman who finds herself back on the island after trying desperately to leave it.
The Laird of the Island, hearing that a large group of Americans are coming to the island for a marketing conference (the cover for the wedding), convinces Katie to help him write a guidebook to Hegg; a logical choice as she is, in fact, a writer.
Previously, Katie worked in Edinburgh, writing for an online catalog company and was engaged to a guy who performed in a band. He cheated on her, so she went home to care for her sick mother and mend her broken heart. He had told her that she was just one song, not an album, a theory that weaves its way throughout the film.
Marco Ballani, the most determined member of the paparazzi, who chases Lara across the world, follows James and Lara to Hegg. Lara sees him and runs away, getting lost on the island. Lara's agent Steve, who is very good at his job, has the idea to find a decoy bride to throw Ballani off the trail. Once the picture has been taken, he figures, Ballani will leave and the wedding can proceed as planned.
Katie, as the only single young woman on Hegg, is chosen to play the decoy. Through a series of accidents, James and Katie end up actually married. The plot thickens as Katie and James realize that they have met before and she had criticized his book. As James has written the only book about Hegg, and it is really a terrible book, they immediately butt heads about it, her work, and their situation.
David Tennant and Kelly Macdonald star in the romantic comedy The Decoy Bride.
Photo: IFC films
Meanwhile, Katie's mother is dying throughout the film and just wants to make enough money to travel the world before she dies. To accomplish this, she calls the paparazzi to the island to get wedding photos. Lara tracks her down and, as fits into her personality as one of the nicest, most genuine people ever, they are able to talk and become friends of a sort.
Luckily, Lara tells Katie's mother where she wants to meet James, so he and Katie set out to become divorced. The more time they spend together, the more their mutual attraction grows. As they are married, trying to get divorced, engaged to other people and avoiding the paparazzi, Katie, and James find themselves trying to figure out what to do with their careers and what this attraction means for them. The film is clever and really quite hilarious, as it follows two people in the strangest of situations on one of the strangest days.
The film is clever and really quite hilarious, as it follows two people in the strangest of situations on one of the strangest days.
James has been trying to write a second book for years, but he's got a bad case of writer's block while Katie is just trying to make her mark on the world as a writer. They give each other lots of things to think about, and their time together does change them both for the better.
Out of respect for people who have a thing about spoilers, I'm going to talk about the ending below the spoilers line. Before I get to that, though, I do want to mention that the story is different enough from other romantic comedies to feel fresh and different. MacDonald and Tennant have great chemistry, and they also play off of each other brilliantly in the comedic moments. This combination makes the movie sweet and fun. Alice Eve is great as Lara Tyler, and the three of them keep the story from becoming a typical love-triangle by conveying the humor and the clever writing.
Katie and James get divorced though she takes the plunge and tells him that maybe he and Lara aren't right for each other after all. In that case, he could stay there, with her. In a call-back to her ex's words, she says that she knows, she's just a chapter, not a whole book, as he leaves. They are both obviously torn about how they feel about each other.
Then, the story flashes forward to a year later.
Katie's mother has died. Lara continues to be a genuinely nice person, funding a trip for Katie and her mother to travel the world before she died. As the ending unfolds, we learn that James and Lara ended up not getting married when they realized that they really weren't right for each other.
Katie's guidebook to Hegg has taken off, a second edition is being published and she is suddenly in demand as a writer. James publishes a second book that is only one chapter long, dedicated to his wife.
As Katie is leaving, James arrives on Hegg to talk to her, asking if she read his book. She hasn't, but learns that the dedication read, "To my wife. A chapter can be a book." This, of course, contradicts what she said to him at their divorce. Determined to not let her get away again, he tells her about his new book, she puts together the pieces and realizes that he loves her. I assume they live happily ever after, helping each other be better craftsmen and people in general.
I know that they only really knew each other for two days, but in typical romantic comedy fashion, the film helped me suspend disbelief on that point. The other thing that helped me get over the fact that they only knew each other for a few days was the fact that they were still thinking about each other a year after their divorce.
A romantic scene in The Decoy Bride. Photo: IFC Films.
There is one other thing that I want to talk about and that is the Lara/Marco thing at the end. While I understand what the film is trying to do, the fact that Lara falls in love with her stalker, for lack of a better word, makes me a bit uncomfortable. The best I can see is that when she's in disguise and they're talking, she discovers that they have a lot in common, particularly when it comes to how they work and how they express themselves.
On one hand, it was nice to give Lara an alternative to James; she's a great character who you only want the best for as the film progresses. I think that maybe the idea was to emphasize that she was more in love with the idea of James than the actual man, but to me, it comes across as a bit creepy, especially in contrast to the main love story between Katie and James (which is consistently adorable).
END OF SPOILERS
The Decoy Bride is an adorable and quirky romantic comedy with fun characters, beautiful scenery, great music and a plot that will keep you laughing. It's an underrated little gem of a film. Yes, it has some plot issues, but at one hour and 29 minutes, this is a great film to watch every time you need a laugh.
"You had me at hello."
ROMANCE RATING
"In vain have I struggled. It will not do. My feelings will not be repressed.
You must allow me to tell you how ardently I admire and love you."
Categories International, Movie Reviews, Reviews, Romance
By Bailey Cavender on September 21st, 2015
About Bailey Cavender
Bailey grew up in North Idaho where she was encouraged from a young age to love reading, writing and learning; as a result, storytelling is a major part of her life. She believes that no story is ever the same to anyone and that everyone has a story to tell. With that in mind, she someday hopes to write a humorous and inspiring book (or ten, either way).
Her books, "A Journey Through Disney," "The Mermaid," and "Dear NSA: One Man's Adventures in Phone-Tapping and Blogging," can be found on Amazon.
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laura fraschetti
Watched it at the cinema and own the dvd. Love it!
Bailey Cavender
It's such a fun movie!


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Boeing gets two 737-800BCF orders, launches more conversion lines
Boeing announced that an unidentified customer made an order for two 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters (BCF) on WHAN. The manufacturer also revealed signing agreements to open new conversion lines in China and Singapore.
Boeing announced it had 134 orders of the 737-800BCF converted freighter and it has already made 36 deliveries of this aircraft since 2018.
On September 20, 2020, the manufacturer stated that the aircraft was used to operate express cargo flights primarily on short-haul routes but the newest version of the cargo plane has significant advantages on the cost efficiency side in comparison to other standard-body freighters.
According to Boeing, 737-800BCF consumes less fuel than other cargo aircraft and is capable of carrying up to 23.9 tonnes of cargo while flying up to 2,000 nautical miles.
Ihssane Mounir, the Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales and Marketing of Boeing, said that the freighter conversion program would allow the operators to save costs by doubling the service life of the aircraft.
Moreover, seeing a significant growth in the demand of cargo flights, the manufacturer decided to open additional conversion lines in Guangzhou, China and Singapore. Boeing has scheduled the opening of the new 737-800BCF line at Guangzhou Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Company Limited (GAMECO) in China in early 2021.
"The addition of the new production line demonstrates our ability to quickly respond to market trends and requirements and is a testament to the skill and professionalism of the entire GAMECO-Boeing team," said Norbert Marx, the general manager of GAMECO in the press release.
Boeing has also scheduled the opening of the conversion line for the 767-300BCF at ST Engineering's facility in Singapore. A widebody freighter conversion line is scheduled to open later in 2020.
"Our strong talent pool, operational flexibility and existing infrastructure allow us to adapt quickly to evolving market needs and render the necessary support to our partners and customers," said Lim Serh Ghee, the President of ST Engineering in the press release.
Boeing claims that the 767 freighter family is the world's most efficient freighter in its class.


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Big changes are coming to the community-based music streaming service SoundCloud as the company today introduces a new subscription service for the first time.
The new feature, dubbed SoundCloud Go, will allow users to listen to SoundCloud music both offline and ad-free for $10/month:
First look at gameplay from the upcoming Pokémon Go iOS game
After announcing a deal in September to produce a Pokémon Go games with Nintendo and Alphabet-owned Niantic, the Pokémon people are today showing a little more about how gameplay will work and giving us a first look at the title coming to both iOS and Android devices.
The game uses augmented reality features to blend real world objects and locations with the gameplay, and the company today gave the run down and a look at how exactly that will work:
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Apple subsidiary FileMaker passes 1 million downloads of iOS app on App Store
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Apple subsidiary FileMaker announced today that it has reached over 1,000,000 downloads on the App Store of its FileMaker Go database management app. The news follows the release of FileMaker 13 in December, which came alongside a streamlined iOS companion app for iPhone and iPad with new features including barcode scanning, native iOS behaviors, gesture-based navigation and much more.
"Businesses are using the FileMaker Platform to create solutions that manage everything from sales contacts and inventory to medical data on iPad and iPhone," said Ryan Rosenberg, vice president, marketing and services, FileMaker, Inc. "With the recent launch of FileMaker 13, customers will find it easier than ever to design innovative mobile solutions."
The FileMaker Go for iPad and iPhone App is part of FileMaker's comprehensive lineup of desktop, server and iOS software for creating custom business solutions that run on iPad, iPhone, Windows, Mac, and web browsers. The FileMaker 13 Platform includes expanded support for native iOS behaviors (such as popovers and slide controls) and new features (such as bar code scanning) that speed data capture on iPad and iPhone. FileMaker Go is now a single app for both iPad and iPhone.
The latest version of FileMaker Pro 13 is available through Apple for $329 (on Amazon as low as $280) and the FileMaker Go app for iPhone and iPad is on the App Store for free.
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Memorial Day Weekend, my lil' family decided to take a scenic drive along mountain roads to a music festival. We listened to music while rock climbing, playing on rocks near the river, climbing trees, watching kayakers, eating amazing food, throwing sticks to our lab in the river, and marveling at my son who stopped along the way to write everything down in his journal. We even threw in a little bike riding, shopping, and some ice cream. After the festival, we found an amazing little campsite and enjoyed a camp fire while gazing at the stars.
We ended up camping near a 200 year old cemetery and visited an old mining town before heading to another small mountain town for lunch, more bike riding, more rock climbing, more kayak watching, more throwing sticks to our lab in the river, all while surrounded by beautiful mountains.
I thought I would share just a few pictures from our amazing two days. I will most certainly be sharing more.
Did you add some memories to your memory bank this Memorial Day Weekend? Please share.
Great photography, especially shadow one.
Mona, thank you very much. I was standing there watching my son climb in the tree and happened to see my shadow. So, naturally I took a photo. Thanks for visiting and for commenting.
That was really stunning… natural shots always work.
Mona, thank you. We had a really great couple of days.
What a fabulous long weekend you guys had…and it sounds like you made some lasting memories. How lovely!
It was definitely a nice break from routine. Thanks so much for taking the time to comment.
Your upward perspective of the tree against the blue sky gorgeous.
Thanks so much. The day was beautiful and the Aspens were full of young leaves.
Ahhhh, my kind of weekend. I can't wait till my guy is a little older and we can meander like this. Beautiful photos!
It was a fun family adventure. Thanks for visiting and commenting and for the compliment on the photos.
I like all the photos but the one showing the mountains is my favourite. The sky is so blue. Looks like you had a great weekend….
Thank you. The mountains are beautiful here in Colorado. We had an amazing weekend. Hope you enjoyed your weekend, as well.
Dad, we had a wonderful couple of days away from routine. N had his last day of school yesterday, so now many days will be free of routine. I love you.
Thank you so very much for your kind words. We did have a great time.
Eric, we had a wonderful weekend. Thanks for the kind words.


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