A View into the United States Political Pool

As I started to stare into the pool that houses the upcoming US Presidential Election Campaigns; the waters surrounding the Republican Party has become so murky is resembles a black hole trapped in an abyss.

The top two candidates (Newt Gingrich and Mitt Romney) have effectively handed the victory to President Obama and the Democratic Party. While they are both very different men individually, collectively, they represent everything that is wrong with humanity. They are singularly minded, out of touch with the real struggles of the American citizens. State by State, the unemployment numbers are staggering. Violence, drugs, unprecedented poverty and homelessness and banking woes fill the topics of conversations in almost every home. 

In the most recent Florida Primary, Mitt Romney was the victor by 46% to 31% for Newt Gingrich. After his marginal victory in Florida, Mitt opened his mouth yet again and let his true colors show. "I'm not concerned about the very poor." Mitt was quoted as saying to reporters at the victory celebration. This just after news reports about his taxation rate and his wealthy standing was released. 

This statement will not only seal the coffin on Romney's campaign for the White House, but it will motivate the undecided voters to toss their votes into the Democratic hat.  President Obama need not campaign as the Republicans are doing it all for him. Neither Newt Gingrich nor Mitt Romney have enough working positively for them to aid them in their campaigns. 

The next nine months will prove to be interesting on the campaign trail once the final Primary is over and a 'clear' candidate for the GOP's has been chosen.   I foresee several more 'gaff's by both Newt and Mitt and it will definitely keep the interest of this journalist until the November 6th election.

Stay tuned...

P.C.A.H.A. JUVENILE SCHOLARSHIP TOURNAMENT

RIDGE MEADOWS DISH

February 1, 2012

The P.C.A.H.A Annual Juvenile Scholarship Tournament is getting prepped and ready to start on February 6th in Coquitlam. The best of the best Juvenile hockey players will be competing for one of three five hundred dollar scholarships (1 per team). 

The schedule for the Tournament is as follows:

• 8-11pm February 6th Coquitlam- Main Arena 
• 8:15-11:30pm  February 7th Langley- George Preston Arena
• 7:30-10:30pm February 9th Surrey- North Surrey Rec Centre Rink 1
• 3:00-6:15pm February 11th North Delta- Sungod Arena

Stay tuned for updates on the games as well as the eventual standings and winners of the bursaries.

For more information with regards to the tournament, you can visit the Pacific Coast Minor Hockey website

http://www.pcaha.bc.ca

Dear IBS

January 31st


Dear Irritable Bowel Syndrome,


You and I have been having this tug of war battle for a while now and I feel like I'm losing my footing. I no longer have days where I'm not chained to the bathroom. I never know from one moment to the next how much pain I'll have or if I can actually eat and keep the food down. 


I understand that you are a problem that hits world wide. I totally get that you don't have a cure and that treatment doesn't always help. My concern is that you are now taking over my life. I struggle to eat because I don't want the hassle of vomiting into the nearest toilet. 


You were not invited into my life nor were you ever really desired. You showed up, took over my body and gave me this shallow frail identity in lieu of my original strong frame. Thank you but you can take it back. 


I've sought advice from Doctors, seen countless Specialists, unending hospital visits and nights in emergency. X-rays, CT Scans, MRI`s, Blood work, you have demanded it all, yet you give nothing but grief and sorrow in return. 


Why did you choose me? What heinous crime did I commit to deserve this harsh sentence? 


I beg for mercy and reprieve.  Leave me to enjoy the rest of my years. Although, I know this request is falling on deaf ears. You are what you are: A painful, irritating disease. 


Signed in disgust 


Stomach.

Thank You Bela (Köszönöm Bela)

It was the dawn of horror movies and one of the greatest actors to be part of that amazing genre was Bela Lugosi. Born in the absolutely fitting location of Transylvania in 1882, Bela would become the 2nd most famous son of the area next to Vlad Tepes aka Dracula (to most).  Moving to the United States was the key to making Bela one of my heroes. He would serve in the Hungarian Military as well as being a prominent actor in Hungary prior to his move. 

In 1931 after the devastating death of Lon Chaney (another horror hero), Bela would find his signature role in the black and white classic Dracula. Bela broke all pre-conceived notions of a vampire. His dark mesmerizing eyes, thick accent (Dracula was his first actual English speaking role) and electrifying smile would make him one of the sexiest vampires ever created. 

Becoming Dracula for Bela was a double edged sword. It brought him great acclaim and wealth (for that time), but it would also work against him in his ability to portray different roles in Hollywood. Every part he played would be compared to his excellence as the renowned vampire. 

Bela passed away in 1956 at the age of 73 and was appropriately buried in one of his famous capes. His son Bela Jr, bears a striking resemblance to his famous namesake father and often visited the sets. He even recalls a visit to see his father in action in the motion picture 'Abbott and Costello meet Frankenstein'. 

Fast forward to today. As a horror fan and aspiring novelist, I've always looked to Hollywood for motivation and conceptual ideas. In my vast library of DVDs, a large section is all about Vampires and I have every Bela movie. He inspired me in so many different ways. From his acting, his political views, his fight for acceptance in his new homeland and for his dedication to excellence. 

Bela Lugosi will always be remembered for being Dracula, but to me, he will always be my hero. 

Nyugodjék Békében Bela!

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Positive Women

Positive Women

Top Of The Food Chain..excerpt from 'Thoughts From The Talons'

Top of the food chain

Into the shadows of darkness he returns

Regenerated by warm life-source drained from another

Pristine droplets fall from crimson stained lips

Glimmer of evil shines brilliantly from ebony eyes

Residue of a former life fading into obscurity

Transformation into the immortal undead complete

Satiated by the thirst of human flesh

The hunger grows in intensity with each passing night

Gone are celebrations of a glorious sunrise

The moon’s radiance now welcomed ally

Lurking through the mists of twilight

Searching for the next ‘repartage de vie’

Destined to walk the earth for eternity

Savoring every victim like the first

Absorbing the sweet smell of freshly punctured jugulars

The aroma seduces like a powerful drug

In the end I’m just a vampire

Roaming the ages acquiring comrades

The taste of bloodlust a common bond

Top of the food chain forever indestructible

Sher Boudreau 03-04-2004 (c)

The Stomping Grounds Coffee House

Pitt Meadows is 'Stomping' for Coffee

Nestled nicely amongst the 'Tudor' style homes in the newly developed Osprey Village, is the Stomping Grounds Coffee House.

The Stomping Grounds Coffee House opened it's doors on April 4th 2011 and hasn't looked back. Owners Dylan and Anahi English took their vision of a 'community' based coffee shop and turned it into what you see today.

The Coffee House is perfectly situated alongside a pedestrian path and dog friendly park on Barnston View Road in Pitt Meadows.

Stomping Grounds is proud to serve the 'fair trade' Salt Spring Island Coffee brand. They also serve up several different local food merchants to tempt your palate. The large bay doors give it a bright and airy look and they even have a 'little stompers' area for children to play in.

The Stomping Grounds Coffee House also has catering available for any party needs whether large or small.

Open 7 days a week, starting at 730am Monday to Friday and 9am on the weekends (closing at 530pm all week). There is plenty of parking available and even more bike lock up areas.

While enjoying a steamy cup of 'java',  why not stroll across the street and check out the new South Bonson Community Centre or grab a blanket and sit and watch the sunset.

You can find them on Facebook as well as their own website and be sure to check out their event page for weekly entertainment at the Coffee House.

 http://www.stompinggroundscoffeehouse.com/default.html

#101-10931 Barnston View Road, Pitt Meadows 

National Chocolate Cake Day

THE RIDGE MEADOWS DISH

issue 7

January 27th, an ordinary day by most standards but for chocoholics, it's a joyous day of celebration and decadence.

National Chocolate Cake Day! 

A day to celebrate the creation that is chocolaty goodness. Who wouldn't want to raise their forks to the symphony of melted chocolate, flour, sugar and eggs? Bake to perfection and served up with ice cream or alone, chocolate cake melts even the hardest of hearts. 

Millions of chocoholics around the world are rejoicing in the hoisting of this luscious dessert into the heavenly arms of 'notable holidays'. From Red Velvet to German Chocolate and from Milk Chocolate to Dark, cakes are being baked, sliced and served up. 

So here's to the greatest discovery of edible delights! Dig in!!!

Czech press survey - January 27 - ČeskéNoviny.cz

Czech press survey - January 27 - ČeskéNoviny.cz