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The Voice s3 Semi-Final Elmination


12 Dec

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In the past, the Voice finals have consisted of 4 people- one for each coach. This season, it will be 3 people, as chosen by America. I am thrilled with America’s choices.

If I have a favorite, it is Nicholas David. I love that he’s not your standard pop music competition show fodder. But truth is, I will be happy regardless of who wins this year. All three contestants are fabulous.

I loved that this season we have seen all of last season’s finalists and know they each have record deals. That may be my favorite thing about The Voice.

The Voice s3 Semi-Finals


11 Dec

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Starting with the caveat that all four singers who made it to the Voice semi-finals are incredibly talented and have the ability to do great things, Trevin was once again the weakest link. I think part of it was song choice. I love Wind Beneath My Wings, but he did not do anything with it to stand out. Less than 5 minutes after watching the performance, I had forgotten it.

Nicholas David, singing to his family, was powerful and tear inducing. Both Cassaddee and Terry brought their styles to the songs they sang. Looking forward to next week’s final performances.

Only Equal is Equal


10 Dec

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Yesterday was a day of weddings across Washington state. What was so special about December 9? It’s not like it was 12/12/12. It was the first day same sex couples could legally marry in Washington. On Thursday, they were able to get their licenses, but because of the 3 day mandatory waiting period, Sunday was the first day the weddings could take place.

I wasn’t a guest at any of the weddings, though I do know some couples who got married. And I want to say congratulations to them and all couples who are waking up this morning as newlyweds.

Blog Feature: No Dog About It Blog


08 Dec

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Let’s just start with the fact that Mel’s blog is terrific at all times. She writes from the heart. And you can see how much she loves her dogs. But after having experienced having a missing dog a year ago, she shines now as an advocate for missing dogs everywhere, and a great source of information for their owners. Take this post on why your lost dog may not run back to you- it’s full of compassion for pets and their people. So thank you Mel for sharing your experience and being such a strong voice for a great cause.

Your Money Friday: Do You Invest?


07 Dec

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The question is “Does anyone not invest?”. The poster was basically wondering, if you didn’t have money in the stock market, where did you keep your long term (retirement, etc) savings?  But a second conversation has grown from this- how do people define “investing”?

Many have money in the stock market through 401(k) or 403(b) retirement accounts, but don’t consider themselves investors because they aren’t directing their money. Others figure that if you have any money in the stock market, you’re an investor.

So what about you? Do you have money in the market? Would you call yourself an investor?

Discovering the Nyasasaurus Parringtoni


06 Dec

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Have you ever been sorting through things, found something you had no idea what it was, set it aside and thought “I’ll figure that out later”? That’s essentially what happened to a fossil in the collection of the London Museum of Natural History. Found in the 1930s, originally studied in the 1950s, but not identified until this year, the fossil is of what is now believed to be the oldest ever dinosaur- by 10 to 15 million years.

Obviously, researches intend to go back to the area where it was originally found inAfricato try and find more samples.

The Voice s3 Top 6 Eliminations


05 Dec

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It is down to CeeLo and Blake. I was not surprised by Melanie going home. She’s a talented young girl, but she’s more suited to indie pursuits than pop stardom. I was stunned by Amanda going home.

Mind you, all of the top 6 are incredibly talented, so I’m not saying Amanda deserved it more than Nicholas or anyone else. However, she is an attractive woman with a powerful voice. Nicholas is a middle aged, kind of funny looking guy, whose style is not quite mainstream. I am thrilled he’s still in the competition, but sad to see Amanda go.

The Voice s3 Top 6


04 Dec

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It was a night of really strong performances. With each singer getting 2 songs, it’s not uncommon for people to have one good song and one okay song, but last night everyone was really consistent.

This should be the end of the road for Melanie. Last night wasn’t one of her strongest to begin with, and I just don’t’ think she has the fan base to pull her through.

I also didn’t think Trevin had a good night. The judges thought otherwise, though, and I honestly can’t imagine him going.

So tonight it will be Melanie and ??? going home.

Book Review: The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss


03 Dec

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The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss is the first book in a series. Based on it, I  intend to pick up the next book.

This is the story of Kvothe, as told by Kvothe. He is an exceptional man whose life has already reached legendary status, despite the fact that he is only 30 or so years old.

The book is exceptionally well written, and reads as if it were a much shorter book. The story is fast paced and keeps the reader “listening” to the tale with as much anticipation as those hearing it in the book.

Blog Feature: Creating a Passive Income


01 Dec

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Have you ever wanted to be able to sit around all day doing nothing and still have money rolling in? Even if you weren’t born with a trust fund, it is possible to make your money work for you, and not the other way around, though it may require some hard work for you at first.

Over at Creating a Passive Income, Derek and his staff writers are always looking at new ways you could be earning money without doing much of anything, once the initial investment of time and money has been made. This week, they investigated publishing royalties.

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