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Six-Word Memoirs at SMITH Magazine

2010-05-11T14:01:00.000-07:00

I just wanted you to know that our six-word activity comes from this "real" published book!

Six-Word Memoirs at SMITH Magazine

Free demo to create avatars using Text-to-Speech (TTS) by SitePal

2010-05-01T18:23:00.000-07:00

I have not used my blog in awhile--primarily due to the fact that I can google up most sites that I use in class in an instance--so I don't know, I may be fazing out and I use Facebook with my students as well and Owl-space--anyway--this is fun for students especially lower levels...

Free demo to create avatars using Text-to-Speech (TTS) by SitePal

Photos: Hubble images, 20 years later | khou.com | Houston News, Local News, Breaking News, Weather | Slideshows

2010-04-26T15:18:00.000-07:00

I can't imagine how this happens and what is on the other side of something else--infinity.

Photos: Hubble images, 20 years later khou.com Houston News, Local News, Breaking News, Weather Slideshows

Japanese Store Selling Custom-Made Robots That Look Like Their Owners

2009-12-15T16:06:00.000-08:00

This is what I'm talking about...
Japanese Store Selling Custom-Made Robots That Look Like Their Owners

AFP: South African actors 'want Hudson out of Mandela film'

2009-12-07T16:20:00.000-08:00

Stella, what do you think? What is your opinion of Hudson playing Mandela's wife versus a "real South African actress?

AFP: South African actors 'want Hudson out of Mandela film'

Wolfram|Alpha

2009-11-18T17:27:00.000-08:00

This is awesome--we need to use it in class.

WolframAlpha

Ötzi the Iceman - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

2009-11-18T16:30:00.000-08:00

Here is some more info on the current speculations of Otzi's death. An arrow wound was found in his shoulder and a tear (ripped jacket) where the arrow wound was found. It is so fascinating...

Ötzi the Iceman - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

TOEFL Reading Practice test (internet-based test format)

2009-11-16T18:28:00.000-08:00

This should help...

TOEFL Reading Practice test (internet-based test format)

Free TOEFL Practice

2009-11-16T18:23:00.000-08:00

Stella, this is for you--see if it helps.

Free TOEFL Practice

2009-11-14T17:39:00.000-08:00

The Year of Poems: Seven advice of Rumi - Rumi

2009-11-08T17:10:00.000-08:00

This I love...

The Year of Poems: Seven advice of Rumi - Rumi

Lonely place

2009-11-04T16:59:00.000-08:00

I have not been out here blogging lately; I have been on twitter, facebook and my personal journal. I just want to say today that we all have a right to English and, in fact, to all languages. It's the way to the Intel and the Intel is the way to truth and truth is the way to peace and peace will set you free...maybe. Regardless--Let your heart be your guide--follow your bliss. Be real.

Black President Stands Out At Mostly White College : NPR

2009-09-27T18:36:00.000-07:00

What an inspiration for all!

Black President Stands Out At Mostly White College : NPR

Public speaking: Looking back on 50 years of talking | Viewpoints, Outlook | Chron.com - Houston Chronicle

2009-09-27T12:20:00.000-07:00

This article contains good advice for any speakers in any language...what do you think?
Public speaking: Looking back on 50 years of talking Viewpoints, Outlook Chron.com - Houston Chronicle

ESL Video :: Free ESL/EFL Video Activities for English Students

2009-09-23T10:59:00.000-07:00

We are definitely going to try this tomorrow!!!! (or you can try it now and tell me what you think--that would even be better!) :)

ESL Video :: Free ESL/EFL Video Activities for English Students

Define littérateur - an author, esp a professional writer

2009-09-21T15:27:00.000-07:00

Okay--this is the last site I will post today--maybe...actually check this out. It is an example of your first graded speaking assignment! My students have really had fun and have also done well with this assignment...

Define littérateur - an author, esp a professional writer

Mama Lisa's World of Children and International Culture

2009-09-21T15:23:00.000-07:00

Speaking of using music to teach a language--try this out...

Mama Lisa's World of Children and International Culture

Voki Home

2009-09-21T15:19:00.000-07:00

Hi Globalers!!! Check this out! We might practice tomorrow if you would like to. What do you think!

Voki Home

Why 09/09/09 Is So Special - Yahoo! News

2009-09-08T11:59:00.000-07:00

Let's check this out tomorrow in class...
Why 09/09/09 Is So Special - Yahoo! News

Der Mundo

2009-09-08T11:49:00.000-07:00

Wow--check this out, globalers!

Der Mundo

2009-08-21T07:18:00.000-07:00

Hello globalers! I have not been on my blog in a while--I have been on vacation--mainly in sunny California...I hope all is well with you! I hope to use my blog in a way that more people feel free to comment. I suppose I need a them about language. Why don't we write our favorite metaphors. I will start: The silence of just one word is the joy of thought. What does that mean to you?

Bird experiment shows Aesop's fable may be true - Yahoo! News

2009-08-07T11:43:00.000-07:00

Fascinating article--particularly in that I have used Aesop's Fables to teach conflict resolution with young adults as well as with English language learners...

Bird experiment shows Aesop's fable may be true - Yahoo! News

Are Shakespeare and texting compatible? | Houston & Texas News | Chron.com - Houston Chronicle

2009-08-04T14:22:00.000-07:00

To text or not to text--that is the question...
Are Shakespeare and texting compatible? Houston & Texas News Chron.com - Houston Chronicle

John Masefield's "Sea-Fever".

2009-08-01T18:21:00.000-07:00

Hi globalers. I thought you might be wondering about one my favorite poems...

John Masefield's "Sea-Fever".

Continental rolls out virtual expert ‘Alex’ - Houston Business Journal:

2009-07-30T16:18:00.000-07:00

Perhaps, we should have a virtual expert teacher to answer English grammar questions...or pronunciation questions...

Continental rolls out virtual expert ‘Alex’ - Houston Business Journal:

TEDMED

2009-07-21T10:42:00.000-07:00

I am a wanna be participant in this:

TEDMED

National Museum of Language

2009-07-09T16:52:00.000-07:00

National Museum of Language

US reporter jailed in NKorea calls sister - Yahoo! News

2009-07-09T10:00:00.000-07:00

Free Laura Ling and Euna Lee now!!

US reporter jailed in NKorea calls sister - Yahoo! News

FreeRice

2009-07-05T11:18:00.000-07:00

Perhaps you globalers might want to practice--only 2 more free days left--so send some FreeRice--hahahahaha lol!

FreeRice

io9 - Seasteading Is The Aquatic Answer To The Housing Crisis - seasteading

2009-07-03T18:08:00.000-07:00

Okay--I think "seasteading" sounds awesome--what about you globalers?

io9 - Seasteading Is The Aquatic Answer To The Housing Crisis - seasteading

#1072 Shakatak, South Korean English City, Bones, Flower Festival, Money Slang

2009-06-28T15:38:00.001-07:00

This sounds cool--check it out!

#1070 Need A Hand? ESL Printables, Fukuoka Fire, Ignoramuses, Perez Punched

2009-06-28T15:31:00.001-07:00

I like this. More importantly, do you?

Pagans, partygoers greet solstice at Stonehenge - Yahoo! News

2009-06-21T09:22:00.000-07:00

Fascinating since we just studied this mystery in "speculations about the past."

Pagans, partygoers greet solstice at Stonehenge - Yahoo! News

Liar liar part one

2009-06-18T11:55:00.001-07:00

We will see this clip tomorrow to practice direct and indirect speech in the context of lying...seaya

Your Shelf - Shelfari

2009-06-17T17:54:00.000-07:00

In case you want to know what I am reading and have read...

Your Shelf - Shelfari

langoLAB German - Es ist nicht immer leicht - Language immersion through online video.

2009-06-16T17:46:00.001-07:00

langoLAB German - Es ist nicht immer leicht - Language immersion through online video.

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It's a Wonderful Life part 12

2009-06-16T10:12:00.001-07:00

We will see this tomorrow--watch now if you would like...

Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds

2009-06-12T16:07:00.001-07:00

Enjoy globalers!! You were awesome today on Totally Talking Friday!! "Seaya" Monday!

Bush Celebrates 85th by Skydiving | Bush Celebrates 85th by Skydiving | Comcast.net

2009-06-12T16:04:00.000-07:00

Bush Celebrates 85th by Skydiving Bush Celebrates 85th by Skydiving Comcast.net

Bush Celebrates 85th by Skydiving | Bush Celebrates 85th by Skydiving | Comcast.net

2009-06-12T16:03:00.000-07:00

If I were former President Bush, I would continue to skydive on my birthday. What a great role model for baby boomers--if not for the world!
Bush Celebrates 85th by Skydiving Bush Celebrates 85th by Skydiving Comcast.net

Grammar Rock Adverb

2009-06-11T11:01:00.001-07:00

Try this out globalers and tell me what you think....

Cirque du Soleil - The Beatles "Love" - 1:55 min Teaser

2009-06-09T18:20:00.001-07:00

Here is a better teaser...love the Beatles--for ever and ever!!

Cirque Du Soleil The Beatles In Love Complete 1/6

2009-06-09T18:12:00.001-07:00

I saw this performance in Las Vegas last year--it is so awesome--go if you can!!

Twittermail.com - E-mail to Twitter - Tweet from

2009-06-08T15:37:00.000-07:00

Speaking of curiosity and space exploration--check this out...
Twittermail.com - E-mail to Twitter - Tweet from

Earth As Art

2009-06-05T05:47:00.000-07:00

Sooo awesome!

Earth As Art

'The notion of EU citizenship is just hyprocritical marketing' - Das Europamagazin ~ Cafebabel

2009-06-04T16:33:00.000-07:00

Attention all globalers, check this site out for reading and basic global intel

'The notion of EU citizenship is just hyprocritical marketing' - Das Europamagazin ~ Cafebabel

NASA - Anatomy of a Busted Comet

2009-06-04T05:42:00.000-07:00

While we are exploring space, here is the image of the day...seaya!

NASA - Anatomy of a Busted Comet

Loving Others, Loving Ourselves : NPR

2009-06-03T12:42:00.000-07:00

We will listen to this interview with Kim Schumer and her sister Amy, tomorrow for our listening quiz. You may listen tonight as preparation for our pre-listening discussion...
Loving Others, Loving Ourselves : NPR

"We Didn't Know He Was Clarence Thomas" | NBC Washington

2009-06-02T17:56:00.000-07:00

We need more stories like this one the news!

"We Didn't Know He Was Clarence Thomas" NBC Washington

#1045 Fifteen Formal Words

2009-05-31T10:36:00.001-07:00

Speaking of wordia.com, here is a good lesson to practice 15 formal words with Sarah. I love her voice. Practice at home or somewhere/anywhere with your laptop.

Lesson 7 - Reported Speech (Intro) - English Grammar

2009-05-31T10:28:00.001-07:00

Globalers, we will listen to Jennifer briefly on Monday as an introduction to Unit 25: Reported Speech in FOG.

#686 I Saw You In The Park Yesterday

2009-05-31T10:25:00.001-07:00

This is a great way to practice slow speech and then fast--and for pronunciation. I have used it with students before and have had them repeat this with the same rhythm as Sara's speech. A few students were a little embarrassed, but they liked this idea a lot. Try it!

CIA seeks to broaden foreign language skills - Politics AP - MiamiHerald.com

2009-05-29T17:54:00.000-07:00

Hi Globalers. Below is a link to good article about the importance of knowing a foreign language. In fact, many of you in my classes are speakers of the critical languages needed by the CIA. I call you English Language Agents in my classes for a good reason: I think, in order to maximize the degree of English acquisition and acculturation you would need to practice our class code is LOE--Listen and Observe Everything. In a sense, then, you are spies collecting linguistic evidence in English and American culture practices, so to say. In addition, I really want to emphasise the value of training and disciplining yourself to think in English. Moreover, you need to "eavesdrop" around Americans, for example in restaurants, just like a spy would do and try to analyse and understand what English speaking Americans are saying. Do the same thing when you are watching News, TV, on the Internet, on planes, trains, ships, boats etc. Then, too, don't forget watch me too! I am kind of a typical American, an image which I suppose has changed over the years...In essence, though, I encourage you to train your ears to listen to and observe everything including what you are not looking for--just as a spy would do, and in the event that you discover any idioms and strange vocabulary you don't understand text them or record them on your cells or iphones or blackberries or other e-devices---or memorise them and then ask a friendly native speaker--including your English teachers--to explain them to you. Afterwards, use the words and idioms in real-time over and over and over and over again until they belong to you and not just the Americans who so casually express them with ease and linguistic confidence....Okay, I am starting to "bird walk"..I better sign off...seaya on Monday ELAs!

CIA seeks to broaden foreign language skills - Politics AP - MiamiHerald.com

More mysteries of Easter Island - BBC

2009-05-26T09:01:00.001-07:00

This is the clip we will see tomorrow

YouTube - STS 125 Successful Hubble Mission Lands

2009-05-24T13:54:00.000-07:00

This is as good as it gets! Bravo!!
YouTube - STS 125 Successful Hubble Mission Lands

WortSchieber: Das Wort-Quiz im Internet

2009-05-19T12:05:00.000-07:00

Hey, Globalers--here is a site to practice vocabulary--in serveral languages. See what you think!

WortSchieber: Das Wort-Quiz im Internet

BBC NEWS | Science & Environment | German 'Venus' may be oldest yet

2009-05-17T12:02:00.000-07:00

We will use this link this week--old mysteries...

BBC NEWS Science & Environment German 'Venus' may be oldest yet

1000 Most Common Words

2009-05-10T18:17:00.000-07:00

One globaler asked about common American words--here are some--but you have to make them real for you...you have to internalize them through usage and get to a point of Zinn--that's fluency...seaya

1000 Most Common Words

YouTube - Lesson 15 - BULLS - English Vocabulary

2009-05-09T09:54:00.000-07:00

We will also use this site for pronunciation...

YouTube - Lesson 15 - BULLS - English Vocabulary

pastiche - a work of art that imitates the style of another artist or period

2009-05-09T09:51:00.000-07:00

Gloablers at Rice--we will use wordia.com as a model for our "Spoken Word" presentations--coming up soon--so check this site out!

pastiche - a work of art that imitates the style of another artist or period

Beatles 1-Create Your Own Worksheets for "With A Little Help From My Friends"

2009-05-08T13:49:00.000-07:00

Speaking og friends, let's sing this Monday...sea-u

Beatles 1-Create Your Own Worksheets for "With A Little Help From My Friends"

THEOI GREEK MYTHOLOGY, Exploring Mythology & the Greek Gods in Classical Literature & Art

2009-05-06T18:07:00.000-07:00

Okay, one more site for ancient Greek mythology.

THEOI GREEK MYTHOLOGY, Exploring Mythology & the Greek Gods in Classical Literature & Art

Ancient Greece - The British Museum

2009-05-06T18:05:00.000-07:00

This is another good site when we get to the unit on ancient mysteries.

Ancient Greece - The British Museum

Greek Mythology

2009-05-06T18:03:00.000-07:00

We will use this site when we study ancient mysteries.

Greek Mythology

USATODAY.com feature

2009-05-01T13:46:00.000-07:00

Awesome...

USATODAY.com feature

Op-Ed Columnist - Genius - The Modern View - NYTimes.com

2009-05-01T09:03:00.000-07:00

Slow practice--and sustained effort, I would argue--may also help foster language acquisition. Check this article out...It is not a new theory, in my view, but it is interesting...

Op-Ed Columnist - Genius - The Modern View - NYTimes.com

Shall and will - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

2009-04-26T10:42:00.000-07:00

Shall Alex find this article interesting? I don't know if he will or not...seaya

Shall and will - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

YouTube - #1016 It Must Have Been Love, Obama Gives Queen iPod, Dead Birdie

2009-04-26T09:53:00.000-07:00

This shall be our last video clip of Sarah this session--I do hope you tune into TDES for independent study. I think she is an awesome teacher.

YouTube - #1016 It Must Have Been Love, Obama Gives Queen iPod, Dead Birdie

USATODAY.com feature

2009-04-23T17:11:00.000-07:00

This is way cool

USATODAY.com feature

Facebook | Natalia Laverde's Photos - Rice ESL

2009-04-21T17:20:00.000-07:00

My ambassadors: My English Language Agents

Facebook Natalia Laverde's Photos - Rice ESL

4 new ancient Egypt temples discovered in Sinai

2009-04-21T12:54:00.000-07:00

Globalers--this discovery is stunning--I have no others English words to describe how I feel and think about this amazing archaeological find...

4in new ancient Egypt temples discovered in Sinai

This American Life – LIVE!

2009-04-21T12:36:00.000-07:00

Globalers--I strongly recommend this movie--it matches StoryCorps concept and the radio show will actually be onstage at Edwards Thursday, April 23.
This American Life – LIVE!

Man hospitalized after drive-by shooting | LOCAL NEWS | KHOU.com | News for Houston, Texas

2009-04-20T16:34:00.000-07:00

This is the article and latest news on our student. He is not having visitors yet, but when he can, we will visit him. We are so sorry at Rice University that this happened. We have the student who was shot and his brave friends and their families in our thoughts and prayers.

Man hospitalized after drive-by shooting LOCAL NEWS KHOU.com News for Houston, Texas

Matthew McConaughey ready for 'Exchange'

2009-04-20T16:25:00.000-07:00

Amusing, since I teach globalers from all over the world...I would like to see what my students think...

Matthew McConaughey ready for 'Exchange'

Italian scientist, turning 100, still works

2009-04-18T14:49:00.000-07:00

This my friend, is the happiest and most wonderful news of the weekend. Here's to Rita Levi Montalcini--I shall toast her tonight with a glass of wine!! Happy birthday, Madam Montalcini!

Italian scientist, turning 100, still works

Coldplay - What If

2009-04-17T08:03:00.001-07:00

Globalers--we will use this song for conditionals next session--Natalia, a student from Colombia, just enlightened me...seaya

A Japanese high speed train near Tokyo. US President Barack ... - Yahoo! News Photos

2009-04-16T17:00:00.000-07:00

I am a hundred percent behind President Obama on his high speed rails across our nation--I would love a futuristic rail such as the Japanese have. In fact, Houston, a space city, has needed a futuristic monorail for a long time to and from our airports and all over our city. We need to get back to the future.

A Japanese high speed train near Tokyo. US President Barack ... - Yahoo! News Photos

Incredible aerial view of USS JFK

2009-04-16T12:26:00.000-07:00

This is where I used to live and now the USS JFK is docked there! Take a peak!

Incredible aerial view of USS JFK

US ship captain is freed when snipers kill pirates

2009-04-12T15:07:00.000-07:00

This is my global news--and I am so proud I was raised as a daughter of a US naval officer who was the captain of several ships. I am also proud of my brother who was a Top Gun naval pilot trainer...read on...Go Navy! Go Navy SEALS!

US ship captain is freed when snipers kill pirates

SPACE.com -- Cosmic Hand Reaches for the Light

2009-04-06T16:25:00.000-07:00

This is spectacular!!! It is definitely awe inspiring. Speaking of a tingling going up my leg...

SPACE.com -- Cosmic Hand Reaches for the Light

You will love this video! « GretaWire

2009-04-05T17:58:00.000-07:00

At last, some sweet news, thanks to Greta!

You will love this video! « GretaWire

Putting Everything on a Mobile Network - Bits Blog - NYTimes.com

2009-04-03T13:41:00.000-07:00

This works for me--and the sooner the better--down with wires and cables!! sea me sea you for ever...

Putting Everything on a Mobile Network - Bits Blog - NYTimes.com

Virtual music school becomes a reality

2009-03-30T12:31:00.000-07:00

What do you think, globalers!

Virtual music school becomes a reality

Rachel's blog | Rachel's English

2009-03-25T17:07:00.000-07:00

Globalers--this is a good site for practicing American pronunciation. Rachel will also give you individual feedback!!! Please let me know what you think!

Rachel's blog Rachel's English

#987 Homophones, Homographs, Homophobia, EAP In Canada, Wallet Steal Fail

2009-03-25T16:58:00.001-07:00

Another good one for independent listening. No worries, Globalers--the grammar quiz tomorrow is quite friendly...seaya!

#988 Opposites, Cryptic, Portable Classrooms, Nito Nupuri Tour

2009-03-25T16:52:00.001-07:00

Someone might want to use the word "cryptic" for our radio station. Listen to Sarah's definition.

The Beatles - If I Fell

2009-03-25T16:34:00.001-07:00

We will listen to this when we get to conditionals---love this so much. It reminds me of when I was in love with Ronnie Cimaglia when I lived in New Port Rhode Island--I was in high school!!

Transcendent Man

2009-03-22T10:53:00.000-07:00

What do you think, globalers...

Transcendent Man

StoryCorps - Do-It-Yourself Guide

2009-03-19T17:06:00.000-07:00

This is awesome!

StoryCorps - Do-It-Yourself Guide

StoryCorps

2009-03-19T16:59:00.000-07:00

Globalers: Check this site out--we are going to use this in class...seaya!
StoryCorps

Shuttle Discovery arrives at space station

2009-03-17T16:15:00.000-07:00

Houston, Discovery has arrived safe and sound docked to the International Space Station!

Shuttle Discovery arrives at space station

space shuttle - Google News

2009-03-16T05:50:00.000-07:00

My Global Minute News--What is yours?

space shuttle - Google News

lyrikline - Lyrik International, Poetry international

2009-03-12T11:39:00.000-07:00

Globalers, here is an excellent site to practice pronunciation in several languages.

lyrikline - Lyrik International, Poetry international

Lesson 1a -

2009-03-08T11:14:00.001-07:00

Globalers, this is an excellent video clip if you would like to practice the pronunciation of the "th" sound in English. This would be good for what I call "mirror work" at home.

SPACE.com -- How NASA's Kepler Will Seek Out Strange New Worlds

2009-03-06T09:00:00.000-08:00

There is more to our story: We are not alone. If we find another earth--maybe some of us can move there...

SPACE.com -- How NASA's Kepler Will Seek Out Strange New Worlds

#970 Annie From Germany, Sydney Shark Attacks

2009-03-01T15:06:00.001-08:00

This will be our last TDES until next session~~seaya tomorrow!
Leben ist Gut! I like how Sarah pronounces Sharks--like a person from Boston, New York, or like a Jersey girl...love it--and I like the interview with the German girl--her advice to language learning is good! Code: LOE tomorrow and always...

LACMA: Los Angeles County Museum of Art

2009-02-28T14:58:00.000-08:00

Globalers~~if you go to L.A., you might enjoy stopping by this museum to see some interesting multicultural art displays...

LACMA: Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Born Again American

2009-02-28T10:13:00.000-08:00

I thought some of you globalers out in cyberspace might want to view this American style video clip...seaya soon!

Born Again American

Dog says Momma!!

2009-02-24T13:23:00.000-08:00

Okay--globalers it is time to laugh! Click on the link below:

http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid1137883380/bctid13718301001

Global English

Six-Word Memoirs at SMITH Magazine

Free demo to create avatars using Text-to-Speech (TTS) by SitePal

Photos: Hubble images, 20 years later | khou.com | Houston News, Local News, Breaking News, Weather | Slideshows

Japanese Store Selling Custom-Made Robots That Look Like Their Owners

AFP: South African actors 'want Hudson out of Mandela film'

Wolfram|Alpha

Ötzi the Iceman - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

TOEFL Reading Practice test (internet-based test format)

Free TOEFL Practice

The Year of Poems: Seven advice of Rumi - Rumi

Lonely place

Black President Stands Out At Mostly White College : NPR

Public speaking: Looking back on 50 years of talking | Viewpoints, Outlook | Chron.com - Houston Chronicle

ESL Video :: Free ESL/EFL Video Activities for English Students

Define littérateur - an author, esp a professional writer

Mama Lisa's World of Children and International Culture

Voki Home

Why 09/09/09 Is So Special - Yahoo! News

Der Mundo

Bird experiment shows Aesop's fable may be true - Yahoo! News

Are Shakespeare and texting compatible? | Houston & Texas News | Chron.com - Houston Chronicle

John Masefield's "Sea-Fever".

Continental rolls out virtual expert ‘Alex’ - Houston Business Journal:

TEDMED

National Museum of Language

US reporter jailed in NKorea calls sister - Yahoo! News

FreeRice

io9 - Seasteading Is The Aquatic Answer To The Housing Crisis - seasteading

#1072 Shakatak, South Korean English City, Bones, Flower Festival, Money Slang

#1070 Need A Hand? ESL Printables, Fukuoka Fire, Ignoramuses, Perez Punched

Pagans, partygoers greet solstice at Stonehenge - Yahoo! News

Liar liar part one

Your Shelf - Shelfari

langoLAB German - Es ist nicht immer leicht - Language immersion through online video.

It's a Wonderful Life part 12

Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds

Bush Celebrates 85th by Skydiving | Bush Celebrates 85th by Skydiving | Comcast.net

Bush Celebrates 85th by Skydiving | Bush Celebrates 85th by Skydiving | Comcast.net

Grammar Rock Adverb

Cirque du Soleil - The Beatles "Love" - 1:55 min Teaser

Cirque Du Soleil The Beatles In Love Complete 1/6

Twittermail.com - E-mail to Twitter - Tweet from

Earth As Art

'The notion of EU citizenship is just hyprocritical marketing' - Das Europamagazin ~ Cafebabel

NASA - Anatomy of a Busted Comet

Loving Others, Loving Ourselves : NPR

"We Didn't Know He Was Clarence Thomas" | NBC Washington

#1045 Fifteen Formal Words

Lesson 7 - Reported Speech (Intro) - English Grammar

#686 I Saw You In The Park Yesterday

CIA seeks to broaden foreign language skills - Politics AP - MiamiHerald.com

More mysteries of Easter Island - BBC

YouTube - STS 125 Successful Hubble Mission Lands

WortSchieber: Das Wort-Quiz im Internet

BBC NEWS | Science & Environment | German 'Venus' may be oldest yet

1000 Most Common Words

Recommended reading for incoming freshmen | Life | Chron.com - Houston Chronicle

YouTube - Lesson 15 - BULLS - English Vocabulary

pastiche - a work of art that imitates the style of another artist or period

Beatles 1-Create Your Own Worksheets for "With A Little Help From My Friends"

THEOI GREEK MYTHOLOGY, Exploring Mythology & the Greek Gods in Classical Literature & Art

Ancient Greece - The British Museum

Greek Mythology

USATODAY.com feature

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