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e d i t o r ’ s n o t e by Tommy Trafton Stephanie will be a hard act to follow. Not only did we at buzz look up to her as the face of our magazine, but more importantly, as a face in our community. As a resident of CU, Stephanie has always been proud of this town and invited everyone just passing through to get cozy and feel a part of what’s happening. When an editor in chief can make their readers and co-workers feel at home in the community, you know they’ve done their job. Last year, we saw a lot of change around town with the advent of our own “urban sprawl� on Green Street, new and finished projects around the University, and the constant opening and re-
opening of the businesses in downtown Champaign and Urbana that make this place so unique. Without a doubt, CU will be just as welcome to change this year and we at buzz can’t wait to be a part of it and make our own changes to better represent where we are and who we’re for. I’m Tommy Trafton and I’ll be the new editor in chief for buzz magazine for 2009. I realize that you can’t have a quality community magazine without a lively and diverse community. We at buzz will not take CU for granted and will make sure that we continue to reflect our town in all of its tragedies, triumphs, quirks and characters that allow for sources like buzz to exist in the first place. So, please, let’s get to know each other throughout the year. It’s nice to meet you and it will be a pleasure to live with you in the vibrant town of CU.
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Don’t miss this blues performance at the Embassy Tavern. The free show kicks off at 9 p.m.
Catch some authentic Irish folk music at the Blind Pig beginning at 6 p.m.
Head to 88 Broadway and watch as Bill Withering, Larry Frost and Rick Charmin battle it out on the piano. The music begins at 9 p.m. and goes until 1:30 a.m.
monday 12 Teddy Bear Picnic Grab your favorite teddy bear and a bag lunch and head over to the Savoy Recreation Center for the first ever Teddy Bear Picnic. The event starts at 12:15 p.m. and is meant for children ages three to five.
Fans will be captivated by the Globetrotters’ basketball wizardry and hilarious antics. The show begins at Assembly Hall at 9 p.m., and tickets start at $16.
tuesday 13 East Central Illinois Master Naturalists This program at the Champaign Public Library is free and begins at 7 p.m.
wednesday 14 Jam Session — Community Center for the Arts Guitar players, fiddlers and banjo players can head to the west wing of the Lincoln Square Mall at 7:30 p.m. for a guided jam session. There is a fee of $5.
food & drink Ace of cakes
Rosie Trimble combines artistry and baking
Story and photo by Michell Eloy Food is often at the center of any celebration, and nowhere does this ring truer than at a wedding. Second only to the bride herself, the wedding cake is the topic of discussion at the reception. How it looks, and more importantly how it tastes, will leave a lasting impression on guests, and therefore can either make or break a reception. So when CU brides-to-be want a wedding cake with pristine presentation and a great taste, they go to Rosie Trimble. With 27 years of experience and passion for creating, Trimble’s mission is to make each and every one of her clients’ dreams come true. Though there is nothing understated about the cakes she makes, Trimble’s inspiration to begin baking has rather humble roots. She was not drawn into the artistry of cake decorating by watching hours of the Food Network, nor was it passed down from previous generations of cake bakers. Rather, she said she began baking out of boredom when her kids started school full time. “That’s when I started tinkering around, not sure where I was headed with it,” said Trimble. “I started out making cookies and painting those .... The kids liked them so that encouraged me to go on.” Trimble eventually took a job at Jerry’s IGA in Champaign. There, her interest in cake decorating flourished as she watched a friend construct cakes in the bakery. Trimble slowly began learning the skills of cake construction with her friend’s help, and eventually started making them herself. “I just was in awe of what [my friend] could do,” said Trimble. “So I started bordering cakes and icing them for her. Next thing you know, I was making them.” In 1992, Trimble opened her own business, Wedding Cakes by Rosie. She took a short break www.the217.com
after moving, but has since re-opened her business in the basement of her house. Trimble said her skills in baking, icing and decorating come from a combination of attending numerous workshops and self-teaching. She said part of the key to her knowledge of different techniques was acquired by attending every workshop in the area she could, even if she already knew the techniques being taught. “I would go whether I needed to know it or not just to see what different peoples’ techniques were,” she said. “Everyone has different techniques.” However, while Trimble credits some of her skill to workshops, the recipes for the cakes and fillings are all her own. “I just play around with the recipes until I get what I like. That’s how I go about doing it,” said Trimble. Trimble has over 20 unique recipes for cake, with flavors ranging from standard vanilla and milk chocolate to black walnut and strawberry poppy seed. She also has eight unique filling flavors, also all her own recipes as well. Trimble holds tastetestings every third Friday of the month in order to ensure her clients are getting exactly what they want. It’s that personal, one-of-a-kind touch that keeps clients coming back for more. “My sister used her when she got married ... so when I was getting married my mom said let’s use her again,” said Rebecca Eller, a previous client of Trimble’s. “The cakes were great. I had a white cake with a raspberry filling and that was fabulous. I had some left over and I brought it home and was still eating it the week after. Nancy Brombaugh, the mother of one of Trimble’s clients, said that Trimble’s attention to detail and
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professional demeanor helped make her daughter’s wedding reception memorable. “When people came into the reception area, the cake was the first thing they saw,” said Brombaugh. “I just think [the cake] was nicely done, elaborate. The bride was very pleased.” Though Trimble said she does get joy out of pleasing her clients, she said her true delight comes at a more personal level. “I get the satisfaction of seeing how pretty the cakes turn out,” said Trimble. “It’s just fun.”
So long, Champaign-Urbana. This will be the last time I address thee, at least from this specific media form. It seems that CU is a breeding ground of “goodbyes” and “farewells.” Such is the nature of a transient college town, I suppose. Of course I will miss the cornfields, I will certainly miss the surprisingly-well-stockedwine-cellar-for-a-small-midwestern-city aspect of the town, but mostly I will miss the people. The people are what make any place special, and my time spent here, wine glass in hand or not, has been intoxicatingly magical. However. I must confess, some of my fondest memories did include at least one bottle of wine. I just can’t help but to romanticize all aspects of wine. There’s too much well-defined and coursealtering history associated with this ancient libation. On a more personal level, wine tastings have always provided me with something to learn and inspired stories to be shared. Indeed, wine and CU have been good to me. I never would have imagined on my virgin journey down to Urbana for my freshman year that I would have had the experiences I have had, and I feel privileged. No matter your tastes and preferences, Champaign-Urbana is a vibrant community with cultural treats hidden at every corner and in every building. I’ve learned so much about myself, others, wine, international relations, and the way the world works, among other things. Contrary to what some naysayers think, Champaign-Urbana is a wealth of opportunities. Jan 08 – JAN 14 09
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Keeping YourPromise Likes & Gripes
By Stephanie Murphy
Michell Eloy Food & Drink Editor LIKES
With every new year comes new promises. But by the time June rolls around — if we’re lucky to last that long — most of us have already forgotten our resolutions. Make 2009 different! Here are some quick tips on the most common resolutions and how you can keep them ‘til 2010 and beyond.
1) iGoogle: All my entertainment, political and local news all in one convenient, aesthetically pleasing location. Oh Google, what else will you come up with that I didn’t realize I needed and now cannot live without? 2) Bookstores: They’re just so wonderfully overwhelming. 3) Warm winter days: because I like to live in denial of the fact that Midwest winters suck.
Getting better grades: College is obviously difficult, but with the right work ethic you can achieve the grades you deserve (in a good way). Keeping up with the work and readings will pay off when it’s time to study for the exam — which should be prepared for well in advance. Spending time at the library away from distractions will make work faster and more efficient with the grades to prove it.
Losing weight and being healthier: College students are notorious for eating poorly with little exercise. But college is a time to have fun before the “real world;” eating well is hardly a top priority. It’s alright to pig out, but eating healthy during the week is a great way to keep our bodies in check. Now that ARC is open, we have the perfect place to work off those guilty pleasures. Getting motivation to get to the gym may be difficult, but with a solid work-out schedule, seeing results will come sooner than you think. If getting to the gym is not an option, consider changes in your everyday routine to burn more calories, like walking to class. Every little bit counts.
Spending less money: Finances are on everyone’s mind with all the trouble in the economy lately. We all have things we need and things we think we need. Try and categorize items before they’re purchased by asking, “Do I really need this?” Save money
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If living in a messy apartment starts to interfere with your life, it’s time to clean up. Organization can be extremely satisfying, especially when it starts to produce results. If everything is consistently in its place and easy to get to, you might find yourself with more time to study or party — it’s your call. Getting organized is simple — if you are done with something, put it back in its place right away. There’s nothing dorky about cleaning up and staying that way.
1) Parking tickets: I know this is probably the most predictable gripe ever...BUT I specifically made a resolution this new year to not get any more little yellow envelopes on my windshield. I made it 4 days. 2) Road Rage!!!@#*$&: I’ve always been a pretty chill driver. Recently though, I’ve found myself cursing at the top of my lungs for almost no reason at all, or worse, muttering under my breath. Is this what it’s like to be a grown-up? 3) Malls: The holiday season forced me to go to the mall 3 consecutive days in a row, and by the end of the third day, I felt like I was suffocating under a sea of commercialism/consumerism.
cially when paired with a more fitted blouse. Keep an eye out for them at stores like Forever 21 and Target for affordable versions of catwalk-wear. Military style jacket: This structured look is great when paired with a flowing blouse. It adds a bit of shape, and the embellishments on the front (usually creative stitching or patches) decrease the need for other accessories. The other bonus about this jacket is it’s functionality; it can be worn to class instead of a sweatshirt or fleece jacket and can be worn out at night
instead of freezing in a tank top when the temperatures aren’t quite at spring level. Big necklaces and bangles: Forget delicate jewelry this spring — it’s all about big. All you need are a couple of bangles with a shortsleeved shirt and your set, or you can offset a solid colored dress or blouse with a big necklace. Vintage stores are great for jewelry finds and CU has quite a few; be sure to check out Dandelion and Carrie’s Antiques and Jewelry before running off to the mall.
also presents the opportunity to gain a promotion, which reflects great on your work ethic. Look early and often wherever you can and don’t become dejected — there are jobs to be had.
Becoming organized: where you can by eating at home or buying books from friends when possible. Finally, clip coupons and scope out the ads before you hit the stores. Saving a buck or two might not seem like a lot, but over time it adds up.
Scoring a job: Any kind of job will look great on a resume if you can prove you got something out of it and left an impression at the company. Starting out small
Spring Fashion Trends By Suzanne Stern The holiday season is over, and except for Valentine’s Day, you don’t really need to think about spending money on anyone other than yourself for a good while. Though we are in the dead of winter here in CU, one can’t help but wish for blue skies and sunny days — with fashion to go along with that. Well, indulge. Buy some of these key pieces for this spring to remind you that, in a few months, the snow will melt and the temperature will climb and you can ditch the down coat. Hot pink: nothing says spring and summer like this
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neon, previously ultra-girly color. This season, hot pink can have an edge when matched with a leather jacket or metal accents, or can be worn with neutral ruffles or floral patterns for a feminine touch. Don’t be afraid to stand out in this fun, flattering color. Relaxed pants: No, this isn’t an excuse to wear your sweats out on a Friday night, but the boyfriend jeans that celebrities were spotted wearing this past fall is going to come on strong. These pants are a perfect excuse to ditch your skinny jeans, because they flatter many more body types, espe-
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From Russia with Grace
The Russian National Ballet pirouettes into Urbana
by Jean Kim
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he world-renowned Russian National Ballet Theatre will grace the CU community with its performance of Sleeping Beauty, a full-length ballet in three acts, at our very own Krannert Center Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. and Jan. 24 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. In case you haven’t heard, they are kind of a big deal.
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During the period of Soviet perestroika, or economic reforms, in the mid-1980s, artistic creativity manifested itself in many forms, of which the Russian National Ballet Theatre, then known as the Soviet National Ballet, was one. Founded in Moscow and led by incorporated graduates from famous choreographic schools in Moscow, St. Petersburg and Perm, the Rus-
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sian National Ballet Theatre has become its own institution with over 50 dancers of vast experience, many of whom have been with the company since the beginning. Under the guidance of artistic director Elena Radchenko, Sleeping Beauty is a grandiose yet refined performance combining eloquent pas d’action, traditional mime and divertissements,
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or short dance sequences utilized as interludes, in a sumptuous theatrical setting. Originally choreographed by Marius Petipa, Sleeping Beauty is often considered the finest achievement of the Classical ballet. It is also considered the crowning jewel of Petipa’s career. The ballet’s three acts include: “The Spell”, “The Vision” and “The Wedding.” Throughout the production, Petipa’s style is expressed in the dancers’ steel point work, sharply accented spinning turns, bounding leaps, brilliant battery and daring lifts – retelling a childhood fairy tale in a rich and artistic setting The production of Sleeping Beauty is also significant in that it halted a growing tendency toward shapeless extravaganza in 19th century ballet, according to the program. Instead, it adhered closely to the principle of choreographic symphonism. In other words, the ballet has a formal structure, much like the composition of a symphony. Recommended for ages eight and up, the Russian National Ballet Theatre performance of Sleeping Beauty is the perfect opportunity for an eye-opening, and perhaps jaw-dropping, cultural excursion. Be wary of deeming the show juvenile because of its recommended age. Instead, be reminded of the Russian National Ballet Theatre’s international fame and presence in the world of art.
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The Company You Keep by Erik Johnson
There are many differences In the people I see The most obvious being: The condemned laziness of the indigent
by Megan Shaw A new year, a new semester — time for a fresh start. I always like to think of this new beginning as an empty canvas, ready for whatever paintbrush, pencil, or marker is headed its way. Will a splash of red, inspiration for a new workout regimen, appear on my canvas? Hopefully so! Perhaps a stroke of bright blue paint, a new friend in a new English class, will accompany this splash. Maybe a royal blue swirl will appear: the reintroduction of an old friend. And then there are the colors I expect, and hope, to appear. A collection of pink
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Photo illustration by Maria Surawska polka dots: one for each family member or friend who stays by me. A square of dark green: my trusty running shoes. A bright yellow swirl: for swimming and tanning in the summertime — a lovely thought for a cold New Year’s Day. Though I love these aspects of my canvas, what I look forward to the most are the colors that I would never think to expect. Maybe a complex pattern of purple will appear, or a splash of orange. There is a whole crayon box of colors and opportunities for the year to come.
And the comfortable lounging of the affluent Of course some would say The middle class has a modest mission But I will shout this gospel from my gently reclined chair The only thing everyone wants is nothing to do
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music Hard Rock Returns The Scarborough Affair, Verdict and Vanattica take over Canopy Club by Amanda Shively The assumption placed upon the audience of a hard rock show often reads entirely as something along the lines of “big white dudes with tattoos.” Though sometimes true in its own regard as there is a fair share of that look amongst fans, the overwhelming presence of females at heavier shows is an oversight duly noted by participants like Vanattica’s vocalist/rhythm guitarist Travis Leonard. Leonard gave praise to the resiliency and loyal nature of the hard rock audience, citing the previously mentioned, “big white dudes,” as a misconception that should be replaced with a less gendered ideal. “The one thing I can state about the make-up of [heavier] shows that we have been a part of is that there is a really hardcore following amongst fans. People are at every single show, sporting tattoos of bands that aren’t even signed yet and enjoying their time. It’s a smaller following, but a strong one,” he explained. As a band that straddles the line between several genres, Vanattica splits time between playing with more pop, indie-based acts and a harder, metal crowd. Though each may share differing perspectives upon the personal and musical style of others, the powerful effect of the hard rock scene in CU is working its way towards deserved public recognition. This
shouldn’t come as a down-sight to any other type of music, but rather act as a boost for a commonly misunderstood group. “No one should be scared to go to a show because of any sort of misconstrued reasoning about the rest of the audience or the band for that matter,” Leonard noted, sharing experiences with both local CU acts and touring hard rock and metal bands as examples. The Scarborough Affair’s guitarist Jarod Tinsley shared a similar sentiment when speaking on the preconceived notions of heavy metal. “People usually associate hard music with hard lifestyles such as drugs and alcohol abuse. We feel it is important to portray positivity in our lyrics and performances by giving our fans a chance to release from the everyday stresses in life,” he explained. With three heavier shows in the span of one week, Canopy Club offers the opportunity to experience a new perspective on the often overlooked sides of rock music and its active fans. On Friday, Slam Fest 2009 makes its way to the stage headlined by Vermillion County’s The Scarborough Affair, and also features the likes of Buttugly, Facepuncher, Trash City Rockers and Andy V. Self-described as a “heart pounding adrenaline rushing heavy music that
remains aggressive throughout,” four-piece, The Scarborough Affair speaks to the metal fan with the fast tempo and highly distorted tone of their music. CU’s own Buttugly brings a similar appeal, highlighted by songs like “Witches Brew,” which can be found on their myspace at http://www. myspace.com/buttugly65. Saturday, Vanattica joins headliners Verdict, along with Jonesful and Feast By Fire for a solid line-up of rock from all angles. Known for an extensive and supportive fan base, the one-two punch of Verdict and Vanattica is sure to fill the Canopy Club with both sound and audience. Rounding out the trio of shows is the return of Vanattica for a headlining show on Thursday with Missing The Point, Greenwood and Eureka Sky. A varied showcase touching on indie rock appeals with soaring vocals and hints of everything from heavier rock to reggae, Thursday night at the Canopy Club could easily span the bridge between genres. Coming from different sides of the spectrum, both Vanattica’s Travis Leonard and The Scarborough Affair’s Jarod Tinsley were quick to note the importance of a love of music and performing as the most important of all. “The bottom line is always music. We look to play because we love it and at the end of the day, we just want to inspire people,” Leonard said.
Vanattica. Photos Used with permission from MySpace.com
The Scarborough Affair. Photos Used with permission from MySpace.com
c u s o u n d r e v u e by Mike Ingram
Caution — gratuitous rock ahead Well, it’s officially 2009. It probably won’t be too much different than 2008, but at least we get to see Bush go and how long our idiot Governor tries to hold on. Take pleasure where you can get it. I never made good on my threat to unleash lots of year-end lists, but I do have to say that my number one album of last year didn’t end up going to TV On The Radio or Drive By Truckers, (though they’re up there). No, I gave the slot to St. Louis band, (and seasoned CU performers,) Gentleman Auction House with Alphabet Graveyard. I couldn’t stop listening to that thing. Margot And The Nuclear So & So’s two releases combined to make number two, while Headlights hit number three with Some Racing, Some Stopping. If you don’t own any of these and
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you’re at least a casual music fan, you really need to check them out. I had a great time with records from Cut Copy, Gentleman Jesse And His Men, No Age, and Spiritualized, but these three got the most plays by a long shot. Getting into shows happening this week, you can find the experimental rock stylings of Vvvvv at the Iron Post starting at 8 p.m. this Friday — tiny FlyingV guitars optional. Cover is TBA. Also on Friday, the Delta Kings will bring their new, quieter sound to the Cowboy Monkey stage starting at 9 p.m. The band is focusing on new material based around the new three-piece lineup. Says singer/guitarist Cody Sokolski, “I am an extremely attractive man.” On Saturday, the Canopy Club will go back to its more rocking roots by putting Verdict up on the stage along with Tuscola’s Jonesful, and Feast By Fire. Start time is 9 p.m. and look for a $6 cover charge. If you’re looking for a different kind of rock, take a look at Mike ‘n Molly’s, where St. Louis
indie-rock outfit Chapters, (http://www.myspace. com/thisisconsensual for the win on Myspace page names,) will share the upstairs with local slightly-more-metal-with-a-love-of-all-thingsinvolving-dragons-and-other-mythical-beasts band For Great Justice. I mean, who couldn’t love a band with a song called “Spinebreaker?” Check it out for a few bucks starting at 10 p.m. Error House is back in action in some sense, and is hosting a show on Sunday evening featuring In The Face Of War, Version, World, and The Reptilian. The show is free with a hope for some donations, so drop in a few bucks. Check out http://www. myspace.com/errorhouse for more info. On Wednesday, a really cool show will slide into the space at Caffe Paradiso in Urbana. San Diego indie act longsleeves, (http://www.myspace. com/longsleeves,) will make a stop in the middle of a nice-looking tour to play their electronictinged experimental folk. A quick listen to the
MySpace player shows both stripped-down songs in the vein of a lo-fi William Elliott Whitmore and more up-tempo tracks with beats and digital blips all over the place. No one else is listed on the show yet and there isn’t any cover information, but the show is supposed to start at 8 p.m., so get there then and sort the rest out later. Caffe Paradiso is open to all ages. 2009 brings a whole new year of WEFT Sessions sets. For those who don’t know, 90.1 FM hosts live, local music every Monday night at 10 p.m. with Todd Hunter at the helm. Tune in via radio or stream it live at http://www.weft.org. For more information visit http://www.weft.org/sessions. Also, if you have a band or project that you think would be a good fit for the show, contact weftsessions@gmail.com. —Mike Ingram can be reached at forgottenwords@ gmail.com.
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movies & tv Here Come the Claws Bride Wars Press Call by Andy Herren After an hour and a half long wait, Kate Hudson and Anne Hathaway finally arrived on the phone for a conference with nearly 40 newspaper editors around the country about their new film, Bride Wars. Such a long wait would put most writers in an onerous mood, but instead of wanting to harangue Hudson and Hathaway, I wanted to hug them. The two radiant actresses immediately presented bubbly, likable personalities echoing precisely why they have become the Hollywood titans prominently displayed on magazine covers and movie posters throughout the country for all to see. The actresses were tired, as they had undoubtedly been interviewing all day, yet they were still courteous and friendly to the copious amounts of reporters who would snap each others’ necks for a chance to ask one of the actresses a question. Since the actresses were (understandably) running a bit late, there wasn’t too much time for small talk, and the appetizer portion of the interview was rendered trite so that the main course of questions about Bride Wars could be asked as quickly and as succinctly as possible (Hathaway even joked that she would speak in a British accent so that listeners could tell between her and Hudson’s sparkly voices). When asked about the joys and pains of producing a film, Hudson, one of Bride Wars’ producers, explained that the film “was a nice one out the bat for me to be able to get going. But it was really a long process. It was a five year development process,� she said, “and now I think we’re about sixand-a-half years of this movie being in process.� Hathaway, on the other hand, has never produced a film, yet didn’t render the notion obsolete, say-
ing “It’s a long process producing something, developing something, so I’d like to make sure that it’s a story I want to tell. To be honest, if I produce, I most likely won’t act in it though.� The conversation switched from business to pleasure as the question of dream weddings and fantasy wedding dates came up. Hudson exclaimed that “for me it was really more about who was going to be the guy that I would spend the rest of my life with, who would be partner. And then when I met that partner, I was very excited about possibly calling up Vera Wang and seeing what she could do for me.� Hathaway, more lightheartedly told of how “Leonardo DiCaprio and I will meet at some point, and he’ll just see me walking down the street and fall in love with me, and that’ll be that,� to which Hudson quickly snapped, “Careful what you wish for!� Anne Hathaway ended this portion of the interview with worries about a smackdown with Leo’s girlfriend. Next up is a question from Princess Young of Idaho State University, to which Hudson quickly asked, “Is your name Princess?� When her suspicion was confirmed, Hudson simply stated, “That is awesome!� The awesomely-named Princess asked the two actresses what they have learned from and about each other while making the movie. “Annie is a tough cookie, and I think I learned that professionalism that goes with living your life and going through things, and showing up, “she explained. “And Annie really shows up. That was a nice thing to watch,� said Hudson, to which her costar begins doting as well, proclaiming, “Thank you! Thank you.
One of the things that I learned from Kate was Kate does something which is so incredibly rare in an actress, which is they are able to find the balance between being professional and having fun. And sometimes I can get lost and mired down in kind of the professional side of things and Kate just — without sacrificing any of the work, without taking it any less seriously than anyone else — manages to just bring a sense of fun to absolutely everything.� Kate Hudson then hugged Anne Hathaway as Hathaway stated “I just always knew that Kate would be like a great mom and everything, but I had no idea what a spectacular mom she is. And Kate is exemplary in just about everything she does, but I think the thing you’re best at is being a mother. That’s rare, and that’s something that is really spectacular.� This portion of the interview ended with Hudson half-jokingly saying, “Oh my goodness ... I’m going to start crying!� As the interview came to a close, Hudson explained that the film was close to her heart, and audiences will surely have a great time when they rush to the theater to see the two actresses’ unleash their inner Bridezilla. Bride Wars tells the tale of two best friends who will do anything to have their dream wedding at the Plaza Hotel, and when both weddings are scheduled on the same day and one party must budge, all hell breaks loose. The film is directed by Gary Winick, whose previous girl-centric film, 13 Going on 30, was absolutely wonderful, and with such talented stars in the leading roles there is no doubt that the cuteness factor of Bride Wars will be off the charts. Check out Bride Wars when it hits theaters on Jan. 9.
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thur, jan 8 live music Funky Jonny The Embassy Tavern & Grill, U, 7:30pm LaMonte Parsons Trio Geo’s, U, 8:30pm Andy Moreillon Memphis on Main, C, 9pm Caleb Cook and the Big Naturals Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., U, 9pm Live Dueling Piano Show 88 Broadway, U, 9pm
Learn and practice yoga postures and exercises, mantra chanting, meditation and the wisdom of yoga philosophy.
fri, jan 9 live music
Live Dueling Piano Show 88 Broadway, U, 9pm Andy Moreillon The Embassy Tavern & Grill, U, 5:30pm Happy Hour and Live Music Silvercreek, U, 6pm dj The Scarborough Affair DJ Halfdead Canopy Club, U, 7pm, $7 Radmaker’s Rock & Roll Big Creek Guitar Band at Tavern, Tolono, 8pm Huber’s DJ Belly Huber’s West End Store, Boltini Lounge, C, 10:30pm C, 8pm Scathe, Redneck Remedy, karaoke Slow Intentional Damage Karaoke with Randy Memphis on Main, C, Miller 9pm, $5 Bentley’s Pub, C, 9:30pm Candy Foster & Shades Karaoke of Blue Senator’s Bar & Grill, SaThe Embassy Tavern & voy, 10pm Grill, U, 9pm, $5 The Show recreation Urbana-Champaign InDrinking Liberally dependent Media Center, Esquire Lounge Inc., C, U, 10pm 6:30pm The Show is a 2 hour live Drinking Liberally is an in- radio program broadcast formal, non-programmatic on WRFU-LP, Urbana 104.5 gathering of like-minded FM every Friday @ 10 PM. left-leaners, an opportudj nity to share your ideas while you share a pitcher. Country Dancing at Bradley’s II kids & families Bradley’s II, C, 9pm, $5 Bilingual Preschool Magic DJ Delayney Orpheum Children’s Sci- Radio Maria, C, 10pm ence Museum, C, 10am, $10 for members, $12 for karaoke nonmembers Karaoke Classes will be taught in Senator’s Bar & Grill, Saboth English and Spanish. voy, 10pm Registration required. Karaoke with DJ HolWrite On! lywood Urbana Free Library, U, Wendl’s, U, 9pm 4pm Dragon Karaoke Third, fourth, and fifth CJ Dane’s, Tolono, 9pm graders are encouraged miscellaneous to bring their pencils and imagination for an Harlem Globetrotters’ adventure in creative writ- “Spinning the Globe” ing with librarian Elaine World Tour Bearden. Assembly Hall, C, 7pm, $16 Fans will be captivated fundraisers by the Globetrotters’ UC Books to Prisoners basketball wizardry, hiwork session larious antics and fan Urbana-Champaign Ininteraction, all presented dependent Media Center, by some of the world’s U, 2pm greatest athletes and enUC Books to Prisoners tertainers. is an Urbana, IL based project providing books to sat, dec 10 Illinois inmates at no cost. live music Volunteer at the work session. Live Dueling Piano Show 88 Broadway, U, 9pm mind/body/ Timber Train at Huber’s spirit Huber’s West End Store, Meditation & Yoga C, 8pm Classes Vedict feat. Jonesful, VanaAnanda Liina Yoga & ttica, and Feast By Fire Meditation Center, U, 6pm Canopy Club, U, 9pm, $6 JAN 08 – JAN 14 09
Unpossible The Embassy Tavern & Grill, U, 9pm Chapters (from St. Louis) w/ For Great Justice Mike ‘n’ Molly’s, C, 9pm High Maintenance Memphis on Main, C, 9pm
dj Kosmo at Soma Soma Ultralounge, C, 11pm DJ Tim Williams Highdive, C, 11pm, $5 Students free before 10:30pm.
dance music Radio Salsa Radio Maria, C, 11pm, $3 Salsa, Merengue, Bachata music & dancing w/ DJ Bris.
karaoke Karaoke Senator’s Bar & Grill, Savoy, 10pm Dragon Karaoke CJ Dane’s, Tolono, 9pm Liquid Courage Karaoke Geo’s, U, 10pm
UC Books to Prisoners is an Urbana, IL based project providing books to Illinois inmates at no cost. Volunteer at the work session. FriendShop Used Book Store Open Champaign Public Library, C, 2:30pm The Library Friends sell used books for $1 or less, plus CDs, videos, and DVDs for $1.50, along with unique gift items. All sales benefit the library.
classes & workshops Free Bike Repair Classes, Open Hours, Bike Sales Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, U, 3pm Check out the tools and work stands you can use to fix your own bike and tour their massive collection of parts, spares and used bikes.
mon, jan 12
sporting event
live music
Illinois Men’s Basketball vs Indiana Assembly Hall, C, 2pm
Jazz Jam Hosted by MRS Trio Iron Post, U, 7pm Jason Bentley Boltini Lounge, C, 7:30pm FingaLickin The Embassy Tavern & Grill, U, 8pm Monday Night Miracle with Zmick Canopy Club, U, 9pm
sun, jan 11 live music Live Music at Carmon’s Carmon’s Restaurant, C, 5:30pm Emerald Rum Blind Pig Co., The, C, 6pm
karaoke Liquid Courage Karaoke Geo’s, U, 7pm
social issues Anti-War Anti-Racism Effort Meeting Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, U, 6pm AWARE meets every Sunday 5-7pm at UC Independent Media Center.
lgbt Mpowerment Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Resources, U, 5pm Mpowerment is a community group for young gay/bisexual men.
dj DJ Mingram Highdive, C, 10pm
karaoke MCJS Karaoke American Legion Post 24, C, 7:30pm
open mic Open Mic Night 88 Broadway, U, 9pm
sporting event
UC Books to Prisoners work session Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, U, 1am
classes & workshops MELD (Monday Evening Life Drawing) Group Boneyard Pottery, C, 7pm, $7 The MELD (Monday Evening Life Drawing) Group invites you to an informal and non-instructional evening of drawing the human form. All 2D media are welcome, and we provide chairs, stools, table space and tray tables. Easels are also welcome.
tue, jan 13 live music Acoustic Tuesday with Jeremy Harper Memphis on Main, C, 7:30pm Jeff Kerr and Billy Galt The Embassy Tavern & Grill, U, 8pm The Piano Man Canopy Club, U, 9pm Corn Desert Ramblers Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., U, 9pm
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Women’s Basketball vs. Ohio State Assembly Hall, C, 7pm
“Dusty Music” — DJ Delayney Mike ‘n’ Molly’s, C, 10:15pm, $1
literary
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Works by Phyllis Rash Hughes Pages for All Ages, Savoy Award-winning artist Phyllis Rash Hughes is movies best known for her penPizza, Pitcher, and a Movie and-ink drawings, which The Canopy Club, U. 3pm often reflect her experiFeature Presentation: The ences as a dancer and Lord of the Rings Trilogy musician.
fundraisers
lap bouncing, nursery rhymes, music activities, easy listening, and play time for the littlest ones. No registration. Teddy Bear Picnic Savoy Recreational Center, Savoy, 12:15pm, $5/ Residents, $7/NR Grab your favorite teddy and lunch then head over to the Savoy Recreation Center for our first ever Teddy Bear Picnic. We will eat lunch, hear stories, sing songs and make a craft. This event is for children age 3-5. Babies’ Lap Time: Moonlight Edition Urbana Free Library, U, 6:30pm Ages birth to 24 months with an adult.
Karaoke with Randy Miller Bentley’s Pub, C, 9:30pm Liquid Courage Karaoke Geo’s, U, 9pm Karaoke with Randy Miller Bentley’s Pub, C, 9:30pm
Open Mic Night Memphis on Main, C, 8pm Open microphone night hosted by Jeremy Harper. Open Mic Night Cowboy Monkey, C, 10pm Hosted by Mike Ingram.
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the217.com Food: Look for “A Taste of Home” on Tuesday and the recipe of the week on Wednesday.
Art:
East Central Illinois Master Naturalists Champaign Public Library, C, 7pm
Reflect on the virtues of the open book with columnist Megan Shaw on Tuesday.
kids & families
Look for a review of Bride Wars on Saturday.
Tuesday Twos Champaign Public Library, C, 9:45am, 10:30am, 11:15am Babies’ Lap Time Urbana Free Library, U, 9:45am, 10:30pm Ages birth to 24 months. Total Fitness Champaign-Urbana Public Health District, C, 6pm, $20 Goodnight Storyshop Champaign Public Library, C, 6:30pm
mind/body/ spirit Beginners’ Group Meditation Ananda Liina Yoga & Meditation Center, U, 6pm Learn and practice mantra chanting and meditation. Dada Madhuvidyananda, a yogic monk and teacher is leading the group meditation and gives a brief talk on yogic spiritual practices and philosophy after the practice.
Movies: Music: Stay tuned for an album review of the reissue of R.E.M.’s Murmur this Saturday.
LOTR Trilogy Canopy Club, Jan. 11, 3 P.M. What do you get when you combine three epic movies, a large pizza and a pitcher of beer? The Canopy Club on January 11, that’s what. On Sunday afternoon at 3 p.m., you can catch all three Lord of the Rings installments while enjoying a big, greasy treat and your favorite domestic brew for only $10 total. What better way to shed your holiday pounds than to start Monday, January 12? Head over to the Canopy Club’s Pizza, Pitcher and a Movie with your friends to get your fill of hobbits and pepperoni.
wed, jan 14 live music Donnie Heitler Great Impasta, C, 6pm Traditional Irish Music Session Bentley’s Pub, C, 7pm Jam Session — Community Center for the Arts Lincoln Square Mall, U, 7:30pm, $5 Rocket Science At Senator’s Inn Pub Senator’s Bar & Grill, Savoy, 8pm Prairie Dogs Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., U, 8pm
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Country Dancing at Bradley’s II Bradley’s II, C, 9pm, $5 DJ Bob Bass Highdive, C, 8pm, $3/$5 open mic after 10pm kids & families Original Music Showcase DJ LEGTWO O Baby! Espresso Royale, U, 8pm Boltini Lounge, C, 9pm Champaign Public Library, Musicians are encourJeff Markland’s DJ’s all C, 9:45am, 10:30am aged to participate and request Drop in any Monday to showcase their original Radmaker’s Rock & Roll for twenty minutes of material. Tavern, Tolono, 9pm
DJ Mingram Soma Ultralounge, C, 10pm Salsa Night with DJ Bris Cowboy Monkey, C, 10pm
karaoke Paul Faber Dragon Karaoke The Embassy Tavern & Grill, U, 9pm
are invited for stories and crafts about trains. Duct Work Savoy Recreational Center, Savoy, 5:30pm, $25 for residents of Savoy; $32 for non-residents Ages: 5-12.
support groups
Among Women: A Lesbian and Bisexual Women’s stage Support Group Open Stage Comedy Asian American Cultural Night Center, U, 5pm Memphis on Main, C, We are an informal sup8:30pm, $2 port group made up of lesbian, bisexual, queer sporting event and questioning women Men’s Basketball vs students at UIUC; a Michigan place to meet other Assembly Hall, C, 7:30pm women who share your concerns and to form or kds & families broaden your social supStoryshop port network. Champaign Public Library, C, 9:45am, 10:30am Toddler Time: Trains Urbana Free Library, U, 10:30am Children ages 2-4 years come and get it
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d o i n ’ i t w e l l by Kim Rice & Ross Wantland
Suck it! Power and pleasure in performing oral sex on a man Hi Kim & Ross, “When I was younger, I wouldn’t go down on guys because of the way oral sex was portrayed, like in Snoop Dogg’s songs when he says things like ‘suck my d*ck, b*tch!’ Even though I was curious and genuinely wanted to try oral sex, I feel like the media limited my behavior. You two should write about that!” —AC AC, Excellent suggestion! Many of us remember the powerful scene in GI Jane when Demi Moore tells Viggo Mortensen to “Suck my d*ck!” Rather than a tender sexual moment, this expression is used to indicate power or dominance over someone, or to put them down. For a lot of reasons, oral sex is taboo. Because the genitals are seen as “dirty,” someone who would put them in their mouth is therefore submissive. Also, the position of being on one’s knees while performing oral sex on a man physically indicates the receiver being “above” the giver. For many reasons, oral sex is assigned more than just a sexual meaning; it is often more associated with power instead of — or in addition to — pleasure.
Powerful Messages Because our society is unable to talk openly about sexuality, often the only way to get away with mentioning it is to demonize both the act itself and the people performing it (curiously, the people receiving oral sex are rarely put down, which helps reinforce their “power”). Talking about sex in this way also perpetuates the idea that sexuality (especially sexual pleasure or enjoyment for women) is inherently wrong and keeps these conversations on the outside limits of polite conversation, hidden under “explicit lyrics” labels.
Meaningless? Sex without love is often portrayed as a universal fantasy, perhaps in response to strict moral pressures about what kind of sex is permitted. But often this fantasy gets hijacked — instead of humanity, respect and true mutual regard and pleasure for both partners, “meaningless” sex is depicted as something entirely different — power, anger, disgust. This places sex in a dichotomy: it is either romantic/loving or it is about power over another person. We also live in a society where sex is supposed to revolve around the penis and male pleasure, so both men and women may have difficulty navigating mutually respectful and caring “meaningless” oral sex.
Down on Me It makes sense that after hearing messages about oral sex you wouldn’t want to engage in that behavior. If we believe only “b*tches” per-
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form oral sex or that it is an act of submission, we may not want to give our partners a BJ, feel frustrated if we want to but don’t want to be labeled “that type of person,” not want to ask for one, or even be upset if our partners give us one. This can lead to complex feelings that link physical pleasure with emotional discomfort. In this way, the sex negative representations of oral sex can limit us all sexually. In oral sex, the receiver is portrayed as harsh, aggressive and disrespectful. This is often shown as the only way for men to ask for and receive oral sex. If this is the only context we see fellatio in, it may feel like we have forced roles to play: either the aggressive receiver or the degraded giver. Rarely do we see portrayals of mutually respected sexual partners who care about one another and enjoy shared pleasure shown in mainstream media, especially when it comes to overt sexual behaviors.
Oral Arguments To fully enjoy our sex lives, it’s important that we engage in activities only when we are comfortable or ready to. Because we’re surrounded by the media, the sexual messages we hear are going to impact the ways we experience sex. If a behavior does not feel appealing to us, it is our choice to decide not to engage in it. At the same time, it can be helpful to talk to a partner about your desires and hesitations and find ways to experiment on your terms. It may mean developing a foundation of mutual respect and trust. It may also mean communicating with a partner if something feels demeaning, and why. It’s also just as important to listen to our partners about what they like and how they are feeling about our sexual interactions. The next time you hear or see a reference to sex or sexuality in the media, take a moment to analyze what the message is, and how it might
Sex 411: Challenging Media Myths Check out these films that address media literacy and sexuality: Hip Hop: Beyond Beats & Rhymes The Price of Pleasure Wrestling with Manhood shape the sexual beliefs of those listening. Talking with others about these messages can help us all sort through the positives and negatives we hear about oral sex, and learn what we like. Check us out next week as we flirt with flirting. Send Kim and Ross your questions and suggestions to buzzdoinitwell@yahoo.com, and check out past columns at www.doinitwell.blog.com
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BEST VALUE CAMPUS 1 BR. loft from $480. 1 BR. $395 2 BR. $580 3 BR. $750 4 BR. $855 Campus. 367-6626. August 2009
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101 N. BUSEY 508, 510, & THE & 102 N. 512 E. GEORGIAN LINCOLN, U. STOUGHTON, 1005 S. SIXTH, Aug 2009. Near Green & Lincoln. 2 bdrm apts from $560/mo. Window C. C. A/C, Laundry. Parking $45/mo. Call August 2009. Huge 1 bdrm plus den and 2 bdrms. Close to Engineering & C/S. A/C, Laundry, Parking $55/ mo. Rent from $555/mo to $760/mo. Call for showing times. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com
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Aug 2009. Best located 1 bdrms on U of I Campus. Next to UI Library. 1 bdrms from $450 to $550/mo. Laundry, Window A/C, Carpet. Call for showing times. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com
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Aug 2009. Huge 2 bdrm apt in great location near Engineering. Central A/C, laundry. From $650/mo. Parking $50/mo. Call for showing times. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com
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Free Will Astrology ARIES
(March 21-April 19)
During his time in the Senate, former U.S. presidential candidate John McCain has been a strong advocate for Native Americans. As chairman of the Indian Affairs Committee, he sponsored or co-sponsored seven bills in support of Indian rights. And yet Native Americans voted overwhelmingly for McCain’s opponent, Barack Obama, who has no such track record. When asked why, Native American author Sherman Alexie said that unlike most other groups, Indians don’t vote merely for their own narrow self-interest, but rather for the benefit of all. They felt Obama would be the best president for America. That’s the standard I urge you to use in the coming weeks, Aries. Stretch yourself as you work hard for the greater good, not just your own.
TAURUS
(April 20-May 20)
Hope “is not the conviction that something will turn out well,” wrote Czech writer and politician Vaclav Havel, “but the certainty that something makes sense, regardless of how it turns out.” That’s the kind of hope I suggest you invoke during your current adventures, Taurus. Be hungrier for meaning than for any specific outcome. If you do that, ironically, the outcome is more likely to be one you feel pretty good about.
GEMINI
(May 21-June 20)
Describing my writing, one critic said that I was “like a mutant love-child of Anais Nin and Jack Kerouac.” That also happens to be an apt description of the spirit you should bring to life in the coming weeks. So be like the memoirist Anais Nin: a collector of secrets, a connoisseur of intimacy, a fiercely sensitive alchemist who knows her own inner terrain better than anyone else knows their inner terrain. And also be like the novelist Jack Kerouac: a free-wheeling, fast-talking, wide-open traveler in quest of the spirit as it makes its wild plunge into matter.
CANCER
(June 21-July 22)
In giving the Nobel Prize for literature to French writer Jean-Marie Gustave Le Clézio, the award committee praised him as an “explorer of a humanity beyond and below the reigning civilization.” I suggest you consider doing some of that kind of exploring yourself in 2009, Cancerian. According to my reading of the astrological omens, you will generate rich benefits for yourself by learning from people and influences that are beneath the notice of the mainstream, whether they’re outside the box, off the grid, under the radar, or immune to the taint of the collective delusions.
LEO
(July 23-Aug. 22)
“Obstacles are a natural part of life, just as boulders are a natural part of the course of a river,” notes the ancient Chinese book the I Ching. “The river does not complain or get depressed because there are boulders in its path.” I’d go so far to say -- this is not in the original text, but is my 21st-century addition -- that the river gets a sensual thrill as it glides its smooth current over the irregular shapes and hard skin of the rocks. It looks forward to the friction, exults in the intimate touch, loves the drama of the interaction. Sound like a pleasure you’d like to cultivate, Leo? It’s an excellent time to try it.
VIRGO
(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Until last August, Nigerian religious leader Mohammadu Bello Abubakar had 86 wives. Then an Islamic council ordered him to divorce all but four of them. He was reluctant at first -- many of his 170 children were born of wives he’d have to separate from -- but since the alternative was punishment by death, he ultimately agreed. From the standpoint of your own evolution, Virgo, 2009 will be an excellent time to draw inspiration from Abubakar. I encourage you, in other words, to cull the excess and chaos from your love life. If you’re single, narrow your focus down to a couple of fantasies rather than a wide variety. If you’re in a committed relationship that’s worth working on, swear off any possibility of cheating or escaping. In either case, perform an exorcism of all the ghosts that might threaten to distort your long-term romantic future.
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(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
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If you’re an artist and you want to get steadily better at your craft, you need to continually refine your approach to telling the truth. The novelist Willa Cather said that. Now I’m here to invite you to adopt that strategy in 2009, whether you’re an artist or simply a person who wants to live your life artfully. The coming months will be one of the best times ever for you to penetrate to the heart of the truths you aspire to live by and become highly skilled at expressing them in every little thing you do.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
When gasoline prices soared last year, a Christian group called Pray at the Pump organized vigils at gas stations, where they prayed for God’s intervention. No one knows if their efforts were the cause, but the cost of gas did begin to plummet soon afterward. Inspired by their work, I have asked my team of non-denominational Prayer Warriors to gather in your behalf. Every evening for the next ten days, they will be calling on their connections with the Divine Wow to help you Sagittarians come up with smart and practical long-term plans for your financial well-being. On your end, you can supercharge their efforts by doing the appropriate research and meditation.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Please don’t wear a t-shirt that says what I saw on the canary yellow t-shirt of the Japanese tourist at JFK airport: “Sorry, I’m a loser.” I also beg you not to read Ethan Trex’s book How to Seem Like a Better Person Without Actually Improving Yourself. It’s very important, in my astrological opinion, that you not demean or underestimate yourself in the coming days. In fact, I’ll go so far as to say that you have a sacred duty to exalt your beauty and exult in your talents. Now go read Walt Whitman’s Song of Myself, and periodically murmur the first line all week long: “I celebrate myself, and sing myself.”
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
While loitering on a sidewalk outside a nightclub in San Francisco on a September night back in 1994, I found the cover of a booklet lying in the gutter. Written by Marilena Silbey and Paul Ramana Das, it was called “How To Survive Passionate Intimacy with a Dreamy Partner While Making a Fortune on the Path to Enlightenment.” Unfortunately, the rest of the text was missing. Over the years, I’ve tried to hunt down a copy of the whole thing, hungry for its wisdom, but have never had any success. I’m hoping that maybe you will consider writing your own version of the subject in the coming year, Aquarius. With the luck I expect you to have, you might actually be up to the task.
PISCES
(Feb. 19-March 20)
Now and then you may be able to whip up a wonderful breakthrough in the blink of an eye. But more often it’s the case that beauty and truth and love and justice emerge in their full glory only over the course of a painstaking, step-by-step, trial-and-error process. “All that I made before the age of 65 is not worth counting,” wrote renowned Japanese painter Hokusai. “At 73 I began to understand the true construction of animals, plants, trees, birds, fishes, and insects. At 90 I will enter into the secret of things. At 110 everything -- every dot, every dash -- will live.” At this juncture in your personal evolution, Pisces, it’s a perfect time to re-commit yourself to your life-long work.
Homework Send me a list of your top five New Year’s resolutions. Go to RealAstrology.com and click on “Email Rob.”
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Wants and Needs Realizing that our wish list “must haves” are never just food, water and shelter I’m sort of glad the holidays are over. I’m not being a Scrooge after the fact or anything, I just had a ton of time off and idle hands are the devil’s playground and that little devil inside of me is finally worn out. Really, it was just enough already. By the end of break, I had eaten the remains of many different pigs and could possibly own stock in the Jim Beam Corporation, so it still seems like a holiday well spent. As far as the presents go, I got everything I wanted and far more than I needed. In fact, I got so much I thought I might even be flush until well into 2010. Apparently, I was mistaken, as I ran across a list of things I’m absolutely going to need in the coming year. Okay, fine, I’m not sure if I will absolutely need them, but the article said they were “must haves” for the coming year. I really bet they aren’t “must haves” though. I mean, food, water, air, those things are really the only “must haves” that should ever be on a list like this ... and yet strangely they never are. So, I’m assuming these are just some nice little extras to buy in the next year. I would imagine I’ll get most of them sometime in 2020, but it’s still nice to dream. First on the list is the latest smartphone. Geez Louise, I just got a cell phone last year and now I have to get one that’s actually smart? Evidently, just talking and texting aren’t enough these days. A phone should be a video camera, a regular camera, a television, a computer, a music player, a video game player, and a movie screen. Actually, making a phone call is pretty much the last thing we really require our phones to do anymore. Man, is there any way they can just knock my ass out and jam a bunch of circuitry into the back of my head already? If I forget my phone now, I feel like I’m less of a person and it’s sort of a crappy phone. I can’t imagine if I really depended on it. If we really need all those things, you’d think evolution would take over and our newest humans would begin sprouting them during their formative years. I saw a baby over Christmas and it didn’t have any of that shit. I’m just saying, maybe a person doesn’t really need it. Next on the list is a reasonably priced high definition TV. Actually, I don’t need it, but I will admit it would be pretty nice. It’s weird, but they do sort
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