The Best Man Oct 22, 2008
Now servingasparagus, watermelon, oysters, and garlic and all those aphrodisiac enhanced foods. Now eat up. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Spa-tacular! Organic beauty goes virtual Oct 21, 2008
Even as a child I would make perfume with vanilla from the pantry and facial toner with watermelon rind (my dads invention). I ran a beauty supply store and went to cosmetology school, but dropped out when I realized I was great with the chemistry and the theory but terrible at cutting hair. (MSNBC -- Environment)
NBC Airs Hit Piece on Todd Palin, Sarah Palin's 'Abuse of Power' Oct 18, 2008
"He's going to tear up the rose bushes and plant a watermelon patch," said James Halsey, chuckling, while standing in the Wal-Mart parking lot with fellow workers in the environmental cleanup business. "I just don't think we'll ever have a black president.". (MediaResearch.org)
LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 16, 2008 Oct 17, 2008
As usual, you are on the wrong side of the truth".Well To Chuck at 1016, I think it was G.C. Lightenberg who said," The most dangerous of all falsehoods is a slightly distorted truth". That's why of the two, McCain is the right choice. Bill Too wrote on Oct 16, 2008 12:13 PM:(Not to be confused with Bill One or just plain Bill)Playing catch-up again due to my recent surgery. Not running any marathons at the moment so I have a few minutes to write.I notice the same religious people playing... (North County Times)
Life coach: Eating, exercise change with the seasons Oct 15, 2008
COOLING: Citrus fruits, apples, avocado, banana, celery, clam, mung bean, seaweeds, soybean, spinach, watermelon. NEUTRAL: Crab, grapes, pork, rice, whitefish. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Thats one sweet business Oct 13, 2008
Regular and sugar free flavors: apple, banana cream, black licorice, bubble gum, cherry, cinnamon, grape, maple with real cinnamon, orange, peppermint, pia colada, raspberry, root beer, strawberry, tart apple, tutti frutti and watermelon. Organic flavors: blueberry, cherry, grape, peppermint, raspberry, root beer and strawberry. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Lewis: McCain playing with fire Oct 12, 2008
IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH WHAT HE SAYS THEY HAD HILLARY CLINTON IN PLACE AND BEEN SUCKING AT HER T** FOR YEARS AND YET WHEN THE MUSLIM EXTREMIST SUPPORTER SHOWS UP WITH BLACK SKIN GOOD OLE JOHN JUMPS SHIP FASTER THAN DEMOCRATS RUNNING FOR WATERMELON. ... IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH WHAT HE SAYS THEY HAD HILLARY CLINTON IN PLACE AND BEEN SUCKING AT HER T** FOR YEARS AND YET WHEN THE MUSLIM EXTREMIST SUPPORTER SHOWS UP WITH BLACK SKIN GOOD OLE JOHN JUMPS SHIP FASTER THAN DEMOCRATS RUNNING FOR... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
The horror that lies within Oct 11, 2008
Chicken Bones and Watermelon Seeds Thrown All Over the South Lawn of the White House Cleaned Up Repeatedly by OUR Tax Dollars. Higher Taxes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Celebrations Gone Wrong Oct 10, 2008
In a high school all-star game in 2005, Jackson attempted a front flip into the end zone from the 5-yard line but landed a yard short and fumbled the football like a greased watermelon in the process. Sports celebrations going in awkward directions happens more than one might think. (The Daily Universe, UT)
More foods getting labeled as US or foreign-grown Oct 3, 2008
Mix in some Florida watermelon chunks, and no label. Frozen peas, labeled. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Brownlow beauties hit the red carpet Sep 23, 2008
But there were a few ``copycat'' cases of watermelon pervading the red carpet. Brownlow favourite Gary Ablett's partner Lauren Phillips wore a strapless gown in watermelon with silver trim, by Melbourne label Thurley. (The Age, Australia)
Emory teacher questions foods' benefits Sep 23, 2008
They are perfectly good to eat and one of the many fruits we should eat, but there s no basis to suggest that blueberries are better than you than strawberries or watermelon or that it will prevent Alzheimer s.. Bottom line: Stop being fixated on any one fruit and focus on your overall diet and getting a variety of fruits and vegetables. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
LIBERACE THE OPTIMIST Sep 18, 2008
" wrote William Wordsworth. READING PAGE Six's story of how Ste ven Soderbergh plans to direct Michael Douglas and perhaps Matt Damon in a life story of the late Liberace, reminds me of visiting Lee when he was at the height of his career. I went out to interview him in Las Vegas at his museum and also at his ranch house. The latter was long and low, very ornately finished inside with lots of choice bric-a-brac and glass doors. I was surprised by the extremely low ceilings. The ceiling in the... (New York Post -- Gossip)
Peter Camejo dies - helped found Green Party Sep 14, 2008
Mr. Camejo described himself as a watermelon - red on the inside, green on the outside. "Peter used his eloquence, sharp wit and barnstorming bravado to blaze a trail for 21st century third-party politics in the U.S.," Nader said in a prepared statement, which described Mr. Camejo as a "politically courageous champion of the downtrodden and mistreated of the entire Western Hemisphere.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Helen, home of Oktoberfest Sep 12, 2008
Among today s goods are Swedish farmers cheese and glogg mix, Georgia peach-apricot preserves, watermelon rind pickles and sweaters, T-shirts, jewelry, toys and books on mountain lore. The Old Sautee Market ry prepares sandwiches, salads, breads and fruit. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Looking Back Sep 11, 2008
Pat Fisher and Milt Shettler went to Sand Town last Saturday and got a load of watermelons ... Giles, Claud and Margaret Escher entertained a number of their friends Sunday night at a watermelon party. (Kalona News, IA)
New elixir finds way under sun Sep 10, 2008
A clear elixir, it smells a little like very ripe grapefruit, is smoother than most tequilas and mixes beautifully with anything rum does, from odd fresh fruit juices -- including watermelon, mango and pomegranate, or any combination thereof -- to guarana soda, a favorite in Brazil. It also dances deftly on the rocks with a squeeze of lemon, something that can't be said for some of the best white spirits that have been on the market for generations. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Bridge to Nowhere? Sep 9, 2008
However, I would thump Sarah Palin the same as I would a watermelon. Thats the southern way of identifying if Im making a GOOD Purchase. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Sidewalk to bridge, stairs latest ‘steps forward’ at BSS Sep 7, 2008
The girls also went to Hempstead Watermelon Festival carnival. Even while these many BSS residents were enjoying these outside activities in Bryan and College Station, Austin and Hempstead, there was work being done back at the ranch, so to speak, on a Saturday to make life better for them. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Let's be Neighbors Sep 4, 2008
She states in her Book of Memories about her life in rural Mississippi, Fatdaddy's watermelon and other tales from 'The Hollow', that she discovered that she left something on J.C. Sullivan Road, Louisville, MS that she could not live without, "her heart". So she came back to make her home on J.C. Sullivan Road on "Bubba's Acre". (Louisville Winston County Journal, MS)
LifeFiles: The Life Of A Mono-Tasker Sep 3, 2008
Then, suddenly, all the tasks will line up and plink me in the face like machine-gun watermelon seeds in cartoons. It starts slow: "Oh, blimey. Even though I sit at my computer all day every day, I've somehow failed -- for an entire month -- to pay such-and-such bill. Now I will have to pay it late and take on a fee.". (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Learning words is no picayune matter for me Sep 1, 2008
I began my campaign in July with mention of the "haptic experience" of slicing a watermelon. Haptic (HAP-tik) is an adjective pertaining to the sense of touch, Mr. Schur tells us. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Small plates at Jerry Traunfeld's Poppy Aug 29, 2008
A sample menu might include such dishes as Tomato, Melon and Mint Salad, Grilled Peach with Chiles and Anise Hyssop, Essence of Corn Soup with Shiso, Zucchini Blossom and Basil Fritter, Lummi Island Sockeye with Sorrel Sauce, Braised Curry Leaf Chicken, Young Carrots with Clove and Lemon Balm, Fingerling Potatoes in Cumin Salt, Lime and Watermelon Pickle, Haiga Rise and Sesame Flatbread. The use of predetermined platters of food also gives the kitchen greater control over what's served than a... (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
MSU DAWGS glean wisdom from service Aug 29, 2008
Mississippi State University took full responsibility for letting 35 "dawgs" out on the watermelon farm of two Webster County brothers on Aug. 11. Steve and Myron May, who grow produce under the name Farm Fresh, opened their post-harvest melon acreage to MSU's Service DAWGS. The Service DAWGS program is MSU's first-ever community service program for incoming freshmen. (Webster Progress-Times, MS)
To win in competitive eating, have a strategy Aug 29, 2008
The next event Thursday was watermelon eating ... You have to eat all the pink and red parts of the watermelon, when you get to the white part you can ask for more, explained Berninger. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Commentary: Keeping my distance from... Aug 29, 2008
They are spending one quarter of their work week debating and passing symbolic measures such as creating National Watermelon Month. The Journal says no Congress in the past two decades has proposed more symbolic resolutions than this one -- 1,900, for those of you keeping score at home. (CNN -- Law)
Biden: More than 'a good soldier' Aug 28, 2008
floyd wrote on Aug 27, 2008 8:17 PM:" The dems are doing a bang up job in congress controlled by them. Oil prices are soaring, by the way Pelosi promised if they were to take power they would lower the oil price, but we do now have a National Watermelon month. Don't believe it. Look it up. Somewhere in the neighborhood of 1900 resolutions which are like the watermelon one is all the dems are doing in congress. Gotta love the speeches. They need to quit smoking that reefer and come back to... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Inflation deflating women: report Aug 28, 2008
The alcopops tax has consequently put watermelon vodka cruisers beyond the means of many women, and it's not suprising that their happiness and wellbeing is suffering. I wouldn't be surprised if the birthrate suffers as well. (ABC Online)
Decor: What is southern style? Aug 26, 2008
My Southern Decor includes plastic watermelon slices on my porch, a urinating Sambo fountain in my garden and noose ropes hanging from the oak trees in my front yard. By fer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Even if good for you, gum's a sticky game Aug 26, 2008
Many flavours have come and gone from his store, but over the years, customers have shown a fondness for such flavours as licorice, cola, root beer, bubble mint and watermelon. The problem is that many of the companies that make these brands are small and poorly financed, and go out of business just as customers are starting to buy their products. (Globe and Mail)
This is only a test: 6 exams explained Aug 25, 2008
Essential tips: Watermelon and sesame seeds can obscure the view of the bowel lining, so don't eat either for a few days beforehand. After the procedure, you'll be very hungry, so have food ready to eat as soon as you get home. (MSNBC -- Health)
Who knew there was so much to do if you just looked around? Aug 25, 2008
When my son, Tommy, came to visit for the first time in nearly three years, though, he expected to see more than our watermelon patch and the refrigerator. We managed to spend two weeks sightseeing places we had never or rarely seen, all without straying very far from the easy chair. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Joe Biden steps up for Obama (117) Aug 25, 2008
" http://guyblaise.com/ -- [] Saturday, August 23, 2008 05:03 PM Experience Joe Biden brings a wealth of experience to the Democratic Ticket. As the former head of the Judiciary Committe he will be invaluable in veting judicial appointees. His Foreign Relatons background will stand him in good stead in a world where there are multiple and complex situations that require the attention of more than one man. Voters can have confidence that there will be intellegent change, as opposed to four more... (Salon)
Dedicated, delicious O-burg Farmers Market - New site, new building and goodies galore Aug 24, 2008
But if you ve been crunching into some of our juicy watermelon, or spooning cut-up local peaches over ice cream, or savoring fresh little peas over mashed potatoes, and still want more -- drive down to the Orangeburg Farmers Market on Hwy. 301 near the back of the Thompson Funeral Home. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Overheard, out and about, Mrs. Grundy sees all, tells all Aug 23, 2008
Peeping through my Venetian blind, I spotted Clay Clyde Clump, coming up my walk with a watermelon in his arms. "For you," he said as I opened my door. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Congress excels at symbolic measures Aug 22, 2008
But it has used its powers to celebrate watermelons and to decree the origins of the word "baseball." ... Saxby Chambliss, whose home state of Georgia has 24,000 acres planted in watermelon, pushed a resolution establishing July as National Watermelon Month ... "As Mark Twain once said, 'When one has tasted watermelon he knows what the angels eat.' I encourage my colleagues to join me in acknowledging the wisdom of Mark Twain by supporting this resolution," Chambliss said on the Senate floor. (DetNews.com)
Records: Thursday, Aug. 21 Aug 22, 2008
Paul Kinyon of New Auburn finishes first in the Watermelon Four race during Pure Water Days in Chippewa Falls. 1968. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Community : Birds are feeding heavily before flying south Aug 22, 2008
4 servings; a Thailand watermelon slushie that is sweetened with honey ... 2 cups cubed seeded watermelon ... Add the watermelon and blend for about 1 minute, until slushy. (Forest Republican, WI)
PCA receives federal grant Aug 21, 2008
The PCA students will begin the new school year with sweet corn and watermelon served at the very first lunch. The mid-morning snacks will also consist of fresh fruits and vegetables, and a salad bar is being purchased with some of the grant money so that fresh salads may accompany lunches throughout the school year. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
The keep-your-cool summer cocktail party Aug 21, 2008
Precut watermelon cubes sold in most grocery stores makes an excellent time-saver. 48 one-inch cubes watermelon (about 4 cups) ... Instructions: Place watermelon in one bowl, and the Manouri in another. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Biochemists manipulate fruit flavor enzymes Aug 21, 2008
Would you like a lemony watermelon. How about a strawberry-flavored banana. (EurekAlert!)
John McCain and the moment of conception Aug 20, 2008
We have National Watermelon Month ... But it has used its powers to celebrate watermelons and to decree the origins of the word baseball ... Saxby Chambliss - God bless em - he s the one who sponsored National Watermelon Day. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Home-schooled gets a taste Aug 17, 2008
"Do you know how to tell if watermelon is ripe?" Ms. Laney asked the students ... The students picked corn, okra, Jenny Lind muskmelons and watermelons. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Strange tale of a family falling apart Aug 17, 2008
He took a weedwhacker to a makeshift garden where the girls had planted watermelon, mimicking the ones growing in front of the Yaw home on the other side of town. Daniel Malloy can be reached at or 412-263-1731. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
sports briefs. Aug 16, 2008
Afterwards, relax, eat watermelon and try your luck with some unique raffle prizes. Runners and walkers are welcome. (Community News Weekly, NY)
Obama left lasting impression on one-day boss Aug 16, 2008
She tutored him in the proper ways to cut up watermelon and make turkey sandwiches for Mr. John's lunch and dinner. She showed him the right way to wash and fold clothes and how to change Mr. John's bed and clothes. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Senior notes Aug 15, 2008
Hamburgers and hot dogs will be served with homestyle potato salad, classic coleslaw, and juicy watermelon. The meal will be served at the Warren Street Apartments (100 Warren St.) and begins at 11:30 a.m. Please call Springwell at 617-972-5700 to reserve your seat. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Tippling for Travers Aug 15, 2008
Thus a truly delicious drink named the Saratoga Sling had to be skipped over because it includes watermelon pure, and a concoction called The Fourstardave got only a glance as a result of calling for rhubarb pure and elderflower liqueur. We have nothing against fruit purees; indeed, they're lovely for small home parties or in signature cocktails at restaurants where the bartender is called a mixologist and the drink fetches $14. (Albany Times Union)
If you can't eat healthy, then eat healthier at the Iowa State Fair Aug 14, 2008
" Iowa Heart Center health professionals will be on hand throughout the fair with more tips on healthy eating, including a Weight Watchers Points list for 38 fair food favorites. Of course, if you have an immediate concern about your heart condition, don't wait. The cardiac experts at Iowa Heart Center recommend that you contact your primary care physician for a check-up right away. Iowa Heart Center's top 10 healthy fair food tips * Forego the cave-man-size turkey leg for a turkey tenderloin:... (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Lebanon woman visits China Aug 14, 2008
Fruit, especially watermelon, was a part of every meal. She enjoyed winter melon, which has a taste and texture which is like a cross between a casaba and a honeydew melon, and is very tasty. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Chocolate bacon, latest in fair food Aug 13, 2008
Or you might find unorthodox couplings, such as salads of watermelon and feta or cotton candy with foie gras. "There's a whole trend toward chefs pushing the boundaries," Ms. Page says. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Senior Notes (Aug. 14) Aug 11, 2008
Hot dogs, potato salad, chips, watermelon and cake. Bring a friend or make some new ones on Wednesday, Aug. 20, at 1 p.m. All are welcome. (Needham Tab, MA)
Will your kids eat okra? Aug 9, 2008
I, do however, have a CSA subscription and have received the most gorgeous organic produce this summer - tomatoes, squash, cukes, zukes, watermelon, cantaloupe, fresh. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Fertility treatments 'no benefit' Aug 8, 2008
Page last updated at 23:11 GMT, Thursday, 7 August 2008 00:11 UK. Fertility treatments 'no benefit. (BBC News)
UK scouts hurt in Canada accident Aug 8, 2008
" The British High Commission in Ottawa said it had been in touch with local authorities and had sent consular staff to the scene. David Thornton, an officer with the scout movement in Lancashire, said the young people were from a number of scouting groups across the county. The youngsters had travelled to Canada on 28 July and had been to two camps. They had been due to fly back to the UK on Monday. Did you witness this incident? Are you in the area? If you have any information or photos you... (BBC News -- UK)
Crystal clue in army brain injury Aug 8, 2008
Page last updated at 07:19 GMT, Thursday, 7 August 2008 08:19 UK. Soldiers in Iraq are at risk of bomb blast injuries. (BBC News -- Health)
Church columnists: August 6, 2008 Aug 8, 2008
To Father Abraham over at Gospel Way, I am looking for my watermelon. He always has the sweetest melons. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Democrats stifle democracy Aug 8, 2008
Wake up America, see where we're headed and bring some REAL CHANGE by writing/calling our Congressmen and Senators demanding that Pelosi bring the HOUSE back and that Reid bring the Senate back, in session and GET TO WORK on some IMPORTANT Legislations and I don't mean "National Watermelon day". "Dirt Day" or naming some stupid softball team. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Seed bank could sow food-supply solutions Aug 8, 2008
" The precious links to the past are thriving thanks to a cycle of replanting every seven years, but the organization is raising money for a new and larger seed bank in a historic agricultural district in Tucson. Raising crops, funds Five refrigerators now used for storage are full, and the building's electrical system is at capacity, with no backup generator. About $850,000 of the $1 million needed for the new 7,000-square-foot building has been raised, and if the remainder is contributed in... (AZCentral -- Business)
Row over implant funding refusal Aug 8, 2008
Page last updated at 18:20 GMT, Thursday, 7 August 2008 19:20 UK. A GP believes health chiefs are operating a "postcode lottery" by funding only one cochlear implant for her 11-month-old deaf child. (BBC News)
The Dietitian Magician: Scrumptious skin-saving foods Aug 7, 2008
There is nothing better than sitting on the deck with my children, feasting on ice cold watermelon ... Tap into the voracious variety of melons this summer including, watermelon, cantaloupe, and breakfast melons. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Teachers recall trip to China Aug 7, 2008
To capture the taste of food in China, stock up on watermelon to eat as you watch the Olympics. There was watermelon at every single meal all the time we were there, explained Carlson. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
National Night Out events set for today Aug 6, 2008
Corcoran residents can join in the festivities at the Corcoran Family YMCA on Dairy Avenue, where kids and parents alike can join in on a doughnut eating contest with police officers, eat watermelon and listen to local performer Gabby Ramirez perform some of her latest hits. Other locations around the county include events at Kettleman City Park, the Armona Fire Station, Stratford's downtown library and Rice Park in Avenal. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
B'wood says cheers to orange juice! Aug 6, 2008
Actor Upen Patel loves drinking a lot of fresh juices like watermelon juice and cranberry juice as they are very good for the system. There are different juices which are believed to offer health benefits to the body. (India Times, India)
Organic vegetables on your doorstep Aug 3, 2008
"One should move away from preferring a pest free watermelon," Kandaga Organic manager Nick said. "The ones without bugs actually show that they might be dangerous to eat as even the bugs won't touch them," he said. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
