April 23, 2011 — Naturally Speaking....

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Cool Trivia...
April 23, 2011
1635 – Oldest US public institution, Boson Latin School founded
1662 – Connecticut chartered as an English colony
1838 – English steamship “Great Western” crossing Atlantic docks in NYC
1860 – Dem convention in Charleston SC divided over slavery
1861 – Battle of San Antonio, TX
1900 – 1st known occurrence of word “hillbillie” (NY Journal)
1903 – NY Highlanders (YANKEES) win their 1st game beating Wash Senators 7-2
1904 – American Academy of Arts & Letters forms
1918 – National Urban League forms
1940 – NY Yankees dedicate a plaque to Jacob Rupert
1956 – US Supreme Court ends race segregation on buses
1962 – 1st US satellite to reach the moon launched
1984 – AIDS-virus identified (acquired immune deficiency syndrome)
1985 – Coco-Cola announced it is changing its secret flavor formula and debuts its new Coke
1995 – Pres Clinton declares a national day of mourning for Oklahoma City
2009 – The gamma ray burst GRB 090423 it’s observed for 10 seconds as the most distant object of any kind and also the oldest known object in the universe.


Movies...
Top 10 Box Office
April 23, 2011
1. Rio
2. Scream 4
3. Hop
4. Hanna
5. Soul Surfer
6. Arthur
7. Insidious
8. Source Code
9. Your Highness
10. Limitless
Opening This Week:
11. African Cats
12. Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Big Happy Family
13. Water for Elephants
14. POM Wonderful Presents: The Greatest Movie Ever Sold
15. Incendies
16. Legend of the First: The Return of Chen Zhen
17. When Harry Tries to Marry

Movie Review:
HANNA — Rating: 3 STARS
Hanna is not the kind of teenager you want to piss off. Saoirse Ronan plays a genetically engineered 16 yr-old turned soldier. Raised in the frozen tundra by her father, an ex-CIA assassin who teaches her everything he knows about killing. Not exactly what most fathers would school their daughters in! However, Ronan shows her range in acting and plays this role incredible well.

The transformation of a little girl to this tough fighter is really quite amazing and Ronan did a brilliant job. However, the film starts off like a house on fire then it does burn itself out. But, the fights and the action sequences are really good. Overall it is a good weekend movie even if the trailer was more inviting than the actual film.


Breaking News...
World and Local News
April 23, 2011
McCain pushes heavier US Involvement in Libya
Benghazi, Libya (CNN) — Republican Sen. John McCain (Arizona) says the U.S. should do more to oust Moammar Gadhafi, echoing the president’s administrative policy after making a surprise visit to the Libyan rebel stronghold of Benghazi on Friday. While McCain insisted he would not have gone to Libya without the backing of the White House, a top Middle East analyst told CNN the senator’s trip would increase the pressure on President Obama to step up U.S. involvement.

Sen. Ensign says he will resign on May 3
Washington (CNN) — Republican Sen. John Ensign of Nevada, who is under an ethics investigation by the Senate, announced Thursday that he will resign his seat on May 3. Ensign who stated he would not run for re-election in 2012 due to revelations that he had an affair with a female aid who was the wife of another top aide, and that his parents subsequently gave money to the aides’ family. Two House members from Nevada declared they would run to succeed him, Republican Rep. Dean Heller and Democratic Rep. Shelley Berkley.

High Gasoline Prices Prompt Justice Department to Eye Energy Industry
Washington (CNN) — The growing public frustration over sharply rising gasoline prices has caused the Justice Department on Thursday to announce the formation of a team – The “Oil and Gas Price Fraud Working Group” – its goal is to ensure consumers are not victims of price gouging. This came after the President’s trip to Reno, Nevada where he told an audience....

“The gas situation is serious.” “It hurts.” “Gas prices exceeding $4 per gallon or higher are “tough” for most Americans.” “We are going to make sure that no one is taking advantage of American consumers for their own short-term gain.”

New “BIRTHER” Bill Emerges (not its official name)
(CNN) — States still debating ‘birther’ bills. The question of President Obama’s birthplace has proved to be a sure winner for conservatives, with bills popping up in more than a dozen state legislatures to force future candidates to prove their citizenship.

The latest by the Louisiana legislation whereby their proposed bill would require an affidavit to accompany documents including a birth certificate and a sworn statement that identifies the candidate’s place of residence for the preceding 14 years for someone to qualify for the presidential ballot. Unbelievable! More rhetoric over whether President Obama can prove he was born in the United States. Give it a rest.

17 Attorneys General Urge Halt in Production of Controversial Drink
(CNN) — New malt beverage “Blast” promoted by rapper Snoop Dogg came under fire in a letter sent to the Pabst Brewing Co. by Maryland’s Attorney General Douglas F. Gansler who said, “Blast by Colt 45 is a “binge-in-a-can” that targets youth.” Advocates say that the fruity blend beverage looks like soda pop but contains 12 percent of alcohol, which is higher than a typical beer. Gansler was later joined by 17 other attorney generals across the states.

US Drone Strike Kills at least 22 in NW Pakistan
Peshawar, Pakistan (NBC) — Four missiles fired by two suspected U.S. pilotless aircraft hit a house in Pakistan’s tribal region of North Waziristan on the Afghan border on Friday, killing at least 22 militants, Pakistani intelligence officials said. Reuters however reported the death toll was as high as 25, citing an intelligence official. The drone strike happened in Mir Ali, a town about 20 miles east of the region’s main town of Miranshah. And according to an intelligence official in the region whose name is being withheld told Reuters the house was being used as a militant hideout.

Judge set $10,000 bail for Orange Deputy Sheriff accused of Armed Robbery, Battery
(Orlando Sentinel) A judge this afternoon set $10,000 bail for an Orange County deputy sheriff who has been in jail since Wednesday on an armed robbery and other charges.

A Public Relations Plan by Workforce Collapses under a Barrage of Public Derision
(Orlando Sentinel) The “Cape-A-Bility Challenge” plan is scratched and now Workforce Central Florida faces a bigger problem what to do with a stockpile of 6,000 mini superhero capes. Officials are now scrambling for ways to “repurpose” the capes. About $8,000 is expected to be paid for these capes, less than the original $14,200 cost because many haven’t been printed yet.

The Orlando Sentinel decided to ask their subscribers...looking for a few ideas on what the WCF should do with these capes and sure enough they got responses. Here’s one that caught our eye...

“Make the board members of Workforce Central Florida wear them in Labor Day parades in every major city in Florida.” (Argy Bargy)

Source: Excerpts from CNN, AP and Orlando Sentinel.


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April 23, 2011
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Today’s Highlights...
April 23, 2011
Orlando, FL — YSL radio is always laced with lively, upbeat, thought-provoking and entertaining dialogue! It’s a show with an engaging, conversational style forum; and, today’s format didn’t waver a bit, in spite of the fact that this week’s scheduled guests were unable to participate. However, YSL will do their best to bring them back at a later date. In the meantime, host Jose Miranda kept right on going with his dialogue poking humor combined with political commentary directed at the Republican Party, the Party of No.

Jose noted that the Republican Party has once again chosen to get behind the "brither" movement through its latest fantasy presidential hopeful Donald Trump who has been banging the drums of discontent and untruths to whomever will listen in the main stream media.

Seventeen (17) states are in the process of trying to push through bills through state legislatures to force future candidates (including the President) to prove their citizenship, the latest being Louisiana. The bill proposes that all “presidential” candidates prior to appearing on the state’s ballot provide affidavits to accompany documents including birth certificate and a sworn statement that pinpoints the candidate’s place of residence for the preceding 14 years. Another item that was noted for confirmation of birth was something called proof of circumcision — imagine everyone’s surprise on that one!

Meanwhile, John McCain Arizona Republican was born in Coco Solo Naval Air Station (a submarine base) in the Panama Canal Zone and not regarded at the time as U.S. territory. However, in 1937 U.S.C. 1403 came into law which granted a “special” citizenship to children born of a parent or parents who served in the military. AND, because of Rogers v. Bellei the Supreme Court ruled that children born abroad of Americans are NOT citizens within the citizenship clause of the 14th Amendment therefore McCain should have been disqualified during the 2008 elections because of that ruling.

Jose also asked if anyone knew the origins of the “Easter Bunny” being that Easter was the next day. Of course, no one was certain but we did manage to find out. You’ll enjoy the explanation below for it makes a good read.

As always not enough minutes in an hour to discuss or detail everything in today’s show but to get a full in depth of the contents go to the show’s archive and hear the program for yourself. You won’t be disappointed.

Trivia Question: How did the Easter bunny come to be?
Well it appears that in digging up the dirt on the Easter bunny (no pun intended) it turns out this rabbit has a long history as a pagan symbol that predates the Christian holiday. In fact, early Christians purposefully choose the pagan hare to popularize their own holiday.

During the 5th Century, the Saxons believed in a maiden goddess of fertility named “Eastre” and honored her with a spring festival. Hares and rabbits were considered sacred to the goddess because they are notoriously fertile animals. However, in order to help make Christianity more attractive, the missionaries turned this pagan festival into a Christian holiday and over time, Eastre became Easter, and the symbolism changed as well. Instead of the Easter rabbit symbolizing fertility, the rabbit represented an innocent, vulnerable creature that can be sacrificed, similar to the lamb. To Christians, these innocents are tokens of Christ and the sacrifice he made.

Also, the Easter bunny as it is known today was also influenced by German traditions dating back to the 1500s. German children believed that the Oschter Haws (a magical rabbit) would leave them a nest of colored eggs at Easter time providing they were good. BUT, it wasn’t until the 1700s when the Pennsylvania Dutch settlers came to America that they brought this tradition with them.

Nonetheless, eggs have long been a symbol of rebirth and thus associated with spring celebrations. In the 600s, Pope Gregory the Great forbade the eating of eggs during Lent (the 40 days proceeding Easter), and this helped make eggs a special treat at Easter. Many European cultures also have old customs of decorating eggs and giving them as gifts.
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Source: AskYahoo.com



Fashion...
Capri Pants are Making a Showing for 2011
April 23, 2011
This year as we prepare for summer it is always good to see what the designers are showing on the runway. Especially since many designers continue to be influenced by vintage clothes of the 70s. Today I am going to focus on the Capri pants, which are definitely a throwback.

These pants usually cut mid-calf making them a bit shorter than your ordinary pants or trousers. But the beauty behind this style is not only do they look good for informal wear to the office but they can be a great casual look as well. Granted it did lose ground in the 70s up to the 90s but it is now a comeback winner. Nowadays, even men use Capri pants. Just look at Rafael Nadal, tennis player, during his matches in 2009 he had no qualms wearing them.

The reason they are become extremely popular again is because they provide comfort, similar to a pair of shorts but with a bit more coverage. The ideal length would be somewhere between the knee and ankle. On the flip side, Capri pants do make you look shorter. Women who are short or have short legs, loose fitting capris with mid-calf length are the way to go. Try to avoid capris that are too tight as they have a tendency of rolling up and putting more emphasis on the calf area. So if you have muscular calves it will accentuate that part of the body more. However, for taller women a longer cut would be my pick.

Capris are fun to wear, comfortable and versatile. They can be match practically with any kind of top. For a casual, easy-going look pair it with a simple tank top or for a more office look pair it with a white tailored blouse. Capris with bright vibrant colors make the perfect summer wear. Their versatility makes for one exciting fashion find.


Sports Box...
April 23, 2011
Baseball
Andrian Gonzalez’s RBI doubled puts the edge over Angels
Anaheim, CA (AP) — Andrian Gonzalez puts a seriously strong finish on another win for the revived Red Sox. Boston’s inability to drive in its runners nearly became comical until Adrian RBI tiebreaking RBI double in the 11th inning pull them into their fifth victory in six games, 4-2 over the Los Angeles Angels Thurday night.

Dodgers Reaction to MLB Takeover
Los Angeles, CA (AP) — There’s a bit of uncertainty as indicated by Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti since no one had contacted him from the MLB. However, as for the players, most are optimistic since the only control they have is on the baseball field not in the front-office.

Top Two Teams in Each Division — Standings: W/L
As of Friday, 4.22.11
AMERICAN LEAGUE
East:
New York Yankees (10-6)
Tampa Bay (9-10)
Central:
Cleveland (13-6)
Kansas City (12-7)
West:
Los Angeles (12-7)
Texas (11-7)

NATIONAL LEAGUE
East:
Philadelphia (12-6)
Florida (11-6)
Central:
Cincinnati (10-9)
St. Louis (10-9)
West:
Colorado (13-5)
San Francisco (10-8)

Basketball
NY Knicks vs. Boston Celtics – Will the Knicks be short-handed in Game 3
New York (AP) — The Knicks trail Boston 2-0 in their best-of-seven. It’s their first playoff game at Madison Square Garden since 2004. So who will play in Game 3? Stoudemire sat out of the second half of Game 2 with back spasms and Billups strained his left knee late in the fourth quarter of Game 1 and did not play in Game 2. Both will be “game-time” decisions for Friday night’s Game 3 according to coach Mike D’Antoni. My best is that it will be Stoudemire playing.

Football
First Sign in Player Solidarity forms?
(CNN) – While the labor dispute rolls on, there may be light at the end of the tunnel for fans. As many as 70 “mid-tier” NFL players have committed to working with a law firm to demand a seat at the NFL lockout negotiating table, according to the Sports Business Journal. The players reportedly don’t feel their interests are being properly represented by the current NFL Players Association leadership. It’s the first sign of a possible rift inside the player’s association and thus a potentially significant development in a labor battle which, until now was defined mostly by unity on each side. Talks won’t resume until May 16th.

Ex-Steeler, Spartans standout Chandnois dies
(CNN) Lynn Chandnois, a special teams star for the Pittsburgh Steelers whose average on kickoff returns ranks second only to Gale Sayers in NFL history, died Tuesday. He was 86.

Source: Excerpts from ESPN, AP, and CNN.


Wines...
Top Choices for under $25
April 23, 2011
2009 Robert Oatley TIC TOK Cabernet Sauvignon
Vina Robles Cabernet Sauvignon Huerhuero Vineyard
The Stump Jump d’Arenberg’s Riesling (white)
2006 Tamarack Cellars Firehouse Red
2009 Graves Monkey Wrench
2010 Chasing Venus Sauvignon Blanc
2009 Franciscan Chardonnay


Special Interest...
HELPING OTHERS
The Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe has recently been through 2 winter storms leaving the reservation without power or water. They are in dire need of monetary contributions of any size to assist with the incurring expenses. Your donations and contributions will help in keeping their Tribal members alive, fed and warm.

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Also, keep in mind that it’s been a tough year for many Americans and the world at large and your local American Red Cross was not immune. Give generously to this non-government humanitarian emergency assistance and disaster relief program so that they can continue to perform their acts of kindness; for more information go to www.redcross.org.


Recipe...
April 23, 2011
Herb-and-Spice Lamb Chops with Minted Asparagus
This marinated grill lamb drizzled with mint vinaigrette will be a crowd pleasure. Pair this crusty lamb dish with an herbaceous Provencal red wine.

Servings: 6 • Time: 50 Min plus Overnight Marinating

Ingredients:
Lamb
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, thickly sliced
¼ cup rosemary leaves
3 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley leaves
2 tablespoons marjoram or oregano leaves
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon ground fennel
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 ½ teaspoons ground cardamom
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
12 lamb loin chops, 1 ½ inches thick

Asparagus
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 shallot, minced
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
¼ cup mint leaves
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 ½ pounds pencil-thin asparagus

Directions:
Marinate the lamb: In a saucepan, combine ¼ cup of the oil with the garlic and cook over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until golden, 4 minutes. Transfer the garlic oil to a blender. Add the rosemary, parsley, marjoram, salt, pepper, fennel, cumin, cardamom, vinegar and the remaining ¾ cup of oil and puree until smooth.

Arrange the lamb chops in a shallow baking dish. Pour the marinade on top, turn to coat and refrigerate overnight. Return to room temperature before grilling.

Prepare the Asparagus: In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil. Add the garlic and shallot and simmer over moderate heat until fragrant and softened, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a blender, add the lemon zest and let cool. Add the mint and a generous pinch of salt and pepper and puree to a chunky paste.

In a large skillet of boiling salted water, cook the asparagus until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain the asparagus and run under cold water to cool; pat dry. Transfer the asparagus to a platter and drizzle with the mint dressing.

Light a grill. Remove the lamb chops from the marinade and grill over high heat, turning occasionally, until browned, about 10 minutes for medium-rare meat. Serve the lamb chops with the asparagus.

Source: www.foodandwine.com/recipes, by Jason Wilson.


Health...
April 23, 2011
Four Ways to Stop Slacking Off on Your Diet
Getting off track is never enjoyable, but taking a step back and refocusing (as well as some positive thinking and strengthened self-discipline) will keep you moving toward your goal.

Here are some tactics that will help keep you on track, especially when you slip up.
1. Remind yourself about the importance of consistency
Getting off track once or twice isn’t a big deal, but lots of slipups can really add up. Being consistent with meals and workouts is crucial.

2. Read a fitness blog
Before reaching for those nachos go to your computer and find a healthy meal or reach out for a fitness blog. Not only will you find a healthy recipe to change your tune but a fitness blog that’s sure to encourage you to exercise afterwards. And if that doesn’t help reach out to your friends. They are your biggest supporters and will encourage you to do it!

3. Visualize your FGW
If you fall off the wagon and start to feel depressed about the decisions you’ve made, think back to a time when you felt strong and fit then strive for it again. Don’t be discouraged! Just start over again as it will eventually pay off. But be honest about your goals.

4. Make a change now
Instead of waiting to start a diet or a new exercise routine on Monday, make changes right away. Prepare a quick healthy meal or throw on your sneakers and begin a 15-30 minute workout. Pace yourself. Having a plan of attack helps and will enable you to feel more in control plus boost your motivation to stay on track.
Source www.health.com, excerpts from contributing writer: Tina Haupert.


Politics...
April 23, 2011
Nation’s Mood at Lowest Level in Two Years, Poll Shows
By Jim Rutenberg and Megan Thee-Brenan
NY Times — Americans are more pessimistic about the nation’s economic outlook and overall direction than they have been any time since President Obama’s first two months in office, when the country was still officially ensnared in the Great Recession, according to the latest New York Times/CBS News poll.

Amid rising gas prices, stubborn unemployment and a cacophonous debate in Washington over the federal government’s ability to meet its future obligations, the poll presents stark evidence that the slow, if unsteady, gains in public confidence earlier this year that a recovery was under way are now all but gone.

Capturing what appears to be an abrupt change in attitude, the survey shows that the number of Americans who think the economy is getting worse has jumped 13 percentage points in just one month. Though there have been encouraging signs of renewed growth since last fall, many economists are having second thoughts, warning that the pace of expansion might not be fast enough to create significant numbers of new jobs.
Further, the pool found the dour public mood is dragging down ratings for both parties in Congress and for President Obama.

• After the first 100 days of divided government, and a new Republican leadership controlling the House of Representatives, 75 percent of respondents disapproved of the way Congress is handling its job.

• Disapproval of Mr. Obama’s handling of the economy has never been broader — at 57 percent of Americans — a warning sign as he begins to set his sights on re-election in 2012. And a similar percentage disapprove of how Mr. Obama is handling the federal budget deficit, though more disapprove of the way Republicans in Congress are.
Still, for all the talk from Congressional Republicans and Mr. Obama of cutting the deficit as a way to improve the economy, only 29 percent of respondents said it would create more jobs. Twenty-seven percent said it would have no effect on the employment outlook, and 29 percent said it would cost jobs.

When it comes to cutting the deficit and the costs of the nation’s costliest entitlement programs, the poll found conflicting and sometimes contradictory views, with hints of encouragement and peril for both parties.

• Mr. Obama has considerable support for his proposal to end tax cuts for those households earning $250,000 a year and more: 72 percent of respondents approved of doing so as a way to address the deficit.

• And, in what he can take as a positive sign for his argument the nation has a duty to protect its most vulnerable citizens, about three-quarters of Americans polled think the federal government has a responsibility to provide health care for the elderly, and 56 percent believe it has a similar duty to the poor.
“Keep people’s taxes and give them medical benefits,” Richard Sterling, an independent voter of Naugatuck, Conn., said in a follow-up interview.

In what Republicans can take as a positive sign as they seek a more limited government, 55 percent of poll respondents said they would rather have fewer services from a smaller government than more services from a bigger one, as opposed to 33 percent who said the opposite, a continuation of a trend in Times/CBS polls.

And slightly more Americans approve than disapprove of a proposal by Representative Paul D. Ryan of Wisconsin to change Medicare from a program that pays doctors and hospitals directly for treating older people to one in which the government helps such patients pay for private plans, though that support derived more from Republicans and independents. A recent Washington Post/ABC News poll that found 65 percent opposed Mr. Ryan’s plan, suggesting results can vary based on how the question is asked.

Twice as many respondents said they would prefer cuts in spending on federal programs that benefit people like them as said they would favor a rise in taxes to pay for such programs.

Yet more than 6 in 10 of those surveyed said they believed Medicare was worth the costs. And when asked specifically about Medicare, respondents said they would rather see higher taxes than see a reduction in its available medical services if they had to choose between the two.

• Given the choice of cutting military, Social Security or Medicare spending as a way to reduce the overall budget, 45 percent chose military cuts, compared with those to Social Security (17 percent) or Medicare (21 percent.)

• The opposition by Tea Party supporters to raising the level of debt the nation can legally carry was shared by nearly two-thirds of poll respondents, including nearly half of Democrats; administration officials say blocking the government from raising that limit could force it to default on its debt payments.
For the most part, Americans split sharply along party lines when it comes to whom they trust most on the deficit, Medicare and Social Security.

But with 70 percent of poll respondents saying that the country was heading in the wrong direction, the public was not exhibiting warm feelings toward officeholders of either party.

Most Americans think neither Mr. Obama nor the Congressional Republicans share their priorities for the country. Mr. Obama’s job approval remains below a majority, with 46 percent saying they approve of his performance in office, while 45 percent do not. And support for his handling of the military campaign in Libya has fallen since last month: 39 percent approve and 45 percent disapprove. In a CBS poll in March, 50 percent approved and 29 percent disapproved.

Republicans have their own challenges. More than half of poll respondents, 56 percent, said they did not have a favorable view of the party, as opposed to 37 percent who said they did. (The Democratic Party fared somewhat better: 49 percent did not have favorable views of it and 44 percent did.)

As the House speaker, Representative John A. Boehner of Ohio, becomes the face of his party in Congress, more disapprove of his job performance (41 percent) than approve of it (32 percent); 27 percent said they did not have an opinion of him.
The displeasure with officeholders of both parties is reminiscent of the mood that prevailed in November, when anti-incumbent sentiment swept Democrats out of power in the House and diminished their edge in the Senate.

Frustration with the pace of economic growth has grown since, with 28 percent of respondents in a New York Times/CBS poll in late October saying the economy was getting worse, and 39 percent saying so in the latest poll. “They’re saying it will get better, but it’s not,” Frank Tufenkdjian, a Republican of Bayville, N.Y., said in a follow-up interview. “I know so many people who are unemployed and can’t find a job.”

The nationwide telephone survey was conducted Friday through Wednesday with 1,224 adults and has a margin of sampling error of plus or minus three percentage points.