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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (1971)and(2005)

The classic story of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” comes from the children’s book written by Roald Dahl in 1964, and has since been made into two major motion pictures, the first in 1971 and starring Gene Wilder (rated G)and the second in 2005 and starring Johnny Depp (rated PG). The story is, of course, the same in both movies. Charlie Bucket is a very poor boy who lives in a broken down shack with both sets of grandparents and his mother. (In the Depp film, he has a father as well.) Willy Wonka, famous candy maker, has a factory … Continue reading →

Paris Hilton—Life Behind Bars

It’s a far cry from a Hilton. (Sorry, I couldn’t resist.) If you haven’t already heard–party princess/hotel heiress Paris Hilton has been sentenced to 45 days in county jail for violating her probation in an alcohol-related reckless driving case. Whether she actually sees the inside of a jail cell remains to be seen—a California judge has mandated she be incarcerated—–but part of me still has a sinking feeling that with all the money that backs the Hilton name, somehow, some way, her daddy will be able to pull some strings and she’ll regain her freedom. I hope that is not … Continue reading →

Concerns of Public Education: F = Funding

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In continuation to my concerns of public education series, I will be discussing the letter F. F is for funding. Funding is a major concern to many teachers in public education. In my district teachers receive $225 in BEP and Negotiated money. This is money for instructional and teaching supplies. Supplies that I need each year include markers, pens, staples, tape, cardstock, tag board, drawing paper, construction paper, tissues, paper plates, paper towels, etc. This money is also used to purchase instructional resources and classroom supplies such as bulletin board boarders and classroom books. In kindergarten at my school, parents … Continue reading →

Return to Me (2000)

“Return to Me” is one of the best romantic films released in the last ten years and is, without a doubt, on my top twenty list of “Tristi’s Favorite Movies of All Time.” I doubt I’ll be blogging that list any time soon, as it does shift, but “Return to Me” will remain a fixture. Bob (David Duchovny) and Elizabeth Rueland are the perfect couple. He runs a successful construction company, she works as a zoologist and an animal rights activist, and they are deeply in love with each other. On the night of a big fundraiser to gather money … Continue reading →

Top 10 Celebrity News Items for the Week of January 15, 2007

The celebrity news you may have missed! 10. The Richest Female Entertainer is… It should come as a surprise to no one that Oprah is the richest female entertainer. She has made $1.5 billion in her career (wow!). Who is behind Oprah in the rich line? Rounding out the top ten is JK Rowling, Martha Stewart, Madonna, Celine Dion, Mariah Carey, Janet Jackson, Julie Roberts, Jennifer Lopez, and Jennifer Aniston. 9. Lindsay Lohan Enters Rehab Lindsay entered rehab as a “proactive decision” this past week. She has admitted to attending Alcoholic’s Anonymous and rumors are swirling about possible drug abuse, … Continue reading →

Microsoft product support policies FAQ

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Earlier I reported that official technical support will be ending for those who use Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, or Windows ME. According to Microsoft, these aging operating systems may expose users to security risks. Customers are encouraged to upgrade to a newer, more secure operating system. In light of this announcement, I’ve received questions from readers about Microsoft’s product support policies. Since the policies can be rather lengthy to discuss and difficult to understand, I want to only answer a few of the frequently asked questions. You always can check out the Microsoft Support Lifecycle Web site to find … Continue reading →