“In Di’s Eyes”
Review of “The
Wrestler”
Starring Mickey Rourke, Marissa Tomei, Evan Rachel Wood
“The Wrestler” is not
in the theaters yet. I had
the good fortune of going to the
“The Wrestler” has
been the darling of the Venice Film Festival, the Toronto Film Festival
and the New York Film Festival.
Its theatrical release will be in December.
So Mickey Rourke is
back! He is virtually
unrecognizable, what with his lips enhanced, his face lift and his eyes
done but, his performance as a sick, washed up professional wrestler who
is willing to risk his life for one last chance in the ring, is
definitely Oscar worthy. He
is Randy “The Ram” Robinson, a larger than life 1980’s era wrestler
yearning for that feeling he had in his prime.
The years have gone by since his heyday and all the fame and
fortune have faded away. He
has many demons and ghosts in his life, one being his relationship with
his daughter Stephanie (Evan Rachel Wood) who has been estranged from
him for many years. He tries
to build a new life by taking a job at a deli and moving in with an
aging stripper (Tomei in an incredible role) He is in the midst of a
match, on his successful and impressive come-back trail, when he suffers
a heart attack and is warned by doctors to quit smoking, drugs and
wrestling. A grudge rematch
with his ultimate former nemesis presents itself to him and he must
decide if his pride and hunger are more important than his life.
This movie is definitely no “Raging Bull” or “Rocky”.
In fact, I really didn’t care for it but the performances of
Rourke and Tomei make up for all the failings of this film.
“In Di’s Eyes” when
this movie opens in December go see it.
You will be watching two Oscar caliber performances.
Who would have ever thought…Rourke and Tomei?
Stranger things have happened!
Inquiring Photographer
‘What are your plans for Thanksgiving?’
Our Inquiring Photographer asks her
subjects what they are thankful for
By
Janylee McGlinchy
Our
Inquiring Photographer visited around the campus of
Perry West is on the staff
of Trinity UMC. He is the audio/visual ministry leader, and he sings on
the praise team. His plan for Thanksgiving is to go to Stuart and visit
his parents. He says, “I am thankful for his family and friends and to
be able to live in a nation that is awesome, where anything can happen
and does. I am thankful to God, and for the people that he puts in my
life.”
Linda Pelletier
of PBG is the
Paulette Veillard of PBG
is on staff at Trinity UMC and keeps the church meticulously clean. And
always to be found wearing a smile. For Thanksgiving, she will attend a
Haitian worship, and then a meal that will be held in the front of the
chapel near the prayer garden, compliments of the Haitian minister Jullo
Success. Paulette says, “I am thankful for everyone and that we work
together.”
Sylvan Veillard of PBG is on staff at Trinity UMC, and is the husband of Paulette. They
work closely together to keep the church grounds beautiful. For
Thanksgiving, he will be joining his wife for a Haitian worship and then
the meal to follow. He tells me that he is “thankful for everybody
praying, and doing a good job.”
Miosotys Rohena of PBG is planning to go to
Andrea Docimo of WPB is a stay at home mom. She was at Trinity UMC picking up
photographs of her child who goes to
Angela Gochee of PBG works for Teddy Bear Portraits, and
Robin Rycroft is the Territory Leader for Teddy Bear Portraits, and was busy
distributing photographs to parents. For Thanksgiving, she will be “in
Lake
Park Bingo starts
Wed., Nov.
19th
The Town of
Public Invited to
‘Ar(t)chitectural
Attitude’ Artist Reception at PBIA Dec. 3
With refreshments at
hand, guests can mingle with
Ar(t)chitectural
Attitude features works by local artists James W. Campbell, Mary
Delaney, Joseph Markowitz, Anjal TS, and Margaret Ziede of Boca Raton;
Patrick Archer and Trina Weisman of Boynton Beach; Sharon Koskoff and
Jerry Rabinowitz of Delray Beach; Arlene Brooks, David Coston, and Grant
Williams of Jupiter; John Vincent Palozzi of Lake Worth; Jackee Swinson
and Robert Swinson of Lantana; Tony Baker of Loxahatchee; Peter Debe,
Leora Klaymer Stewart, and Sandra Thompson of Palm Beach; Emalee Andre
of Palm Beach Gardens; Gary Carpentier of Royal Palm Beach; Gary Kane
and Gladys Beltran Posada of Wellington; and Heide M. den Hartog,
Frances A. Lynn, Raymond P. Neubert, Carol Roberts, and Maxine Schreiber
of West Palm Beach.
The exhibition runs
through Feb. 4, 2009. Selected works were chosen by
Artists interested in
receiving “Call to Artists” for upcoming airport exhibitions and other
Art in Public Places projects can submit their contact information
through the Artists’ Registry page of
NPB ‘
The
Deep Water Fitness Classes at
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Now that November 4th has come and gone it seems strange to watch TV without seeing one or the other president s’ candidates faces every few minutes. Thank goodness it’s all over, now it’s ‘time to relax and hopefully be able to begin to prepare for the fat little turkey and then the fat little man in the little red suit. MORE...
‘Art in the Gardens’ at Midtown on PGA
Nov. 22-23
“Art in the Gardens” returns to Midtown, located on PGA
Boulevard, Saturday, November 22 and Sunday, November 23. “Art in the
Gardens” gives
Festival hours are 10
a.m. till 5 p.m. on both Saturday, November 22 and Sunday, November 23.
Ample parking will be available onsite free of charge. Art in the
Gardens kicks off the ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival Season which includes
Red, White and Zin and ArtiGras. The 2009 ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival
will be held Presidents’ Day weekend
-- February 14 – 16, 2009 -- at Abacoa in Jupiter.
‘Art in the Gardens’ presenting sponsor Midtown is a blended-use
community located between I-95 and
November 11, 2008 Inshore / Offshore Fishing
Report
The snow birds are flocking in and with them follow
the cool brisk air. For us Floridians this is perfect weather for fun in
the sun and lighting up the chimney a as the sun sets.
The offshore fishing is heating up and many anglers
are gearing up for Sailfish season. The Sails have already begun to
migrate to our local area. Many anglers are catching the Sails from
Jupiter to Palm Beach, using live baits flown under kites. The depth to
target the Sailfish has been 80 to 200 feet. The Sail bite will continue
to improve as cooler weather and northeast winds push through our area.
The Kingfish are providing anglers with a consistent
bite off the Juno pier. The Kings have been hanging in depths from 60 to
150 feet targeting bait schools. Live baits under a kite and trolled
artificial lures will get your drag screaming. The average size of the
Kings has been 10 to 30 pounds.
There have been a few Dolphins roaming our local
waters the past week in depths from 90 to 200 feet. The best way to
locate Dolphin is trolling artificial lures, dead ballyhoo, and flying
baits under a kite. The Dolphin has been averaging 5 to 20 pounds.
The beaches are a great spot for anglers to target
Spanish Mackerel and Pompano. Small jigs and spoons will produce strikes
from the Mackerel. As for the Pompano sand fleas, jigs and shrimp should
lead to steady hookups as well as a tasty dinner.
The Inshore fishing all through the ICW has been
great for a variety of species for anglers to target. The Season for Sea
Trout has closed but that should not stop anglers from catching them on
the grass flats. The Trout will take any jig tipped with shrimp or a
live shrimp drifted through the grass.
The Snook fishing is excellent in the back bays and
canals, using live baits and artificial lures. The Snook are active in
the middle of the day as the sun warms up the water. Look for muddy
bottom and work sea walls for best results when targeting the Snook. The
average size of the Snook has been 2 to 15 pounds.
The Tarpon fishing is another option for anglers
looking for drag screaming action. The Palm Beach inlet and back bays
are full of Tarpon willing to take a live shrimp, or even a jig at
times. When targeting the Tarpon fish the outgoing tide for best
results. The average size of the Tarpon has been 2 to 30 pounds.
The Jacks are also prevalent in the local area; these
fish are very aggressive and will take just about anything you have to
offer them. Sheep head, Snapper, Gag Grouper, and Lady Fish will also
put a bend in your rod, the key is to find bait and you will find the
fish.
Well that is the fishing report for the past week, hope you all enjoyed. Remember you can’t catch them from the couch so get out there and get hooked up. Tight Lines! Capt Craig Korczynski PhlatsInshoreFishing.com, PalmBeachFishingGuides.com 561-644-4371
Raising Goats for Profit in
By Lockie Gary, county extension
director, Hardee County
(863) 773-2164, hardee@ufl.edu
Why would anyone want
to raise goats? Aren’t they smelly and don’t they head butt? Yes, they
do have an odor, especially the males, and they can become aggressive if
not handled properly. But goat production is one of the fastest-growing
segments of agriculture in
The reasons for
raising goats are many. They are smaller than cattle and require less
land area. They are more affordable than cattle or horses and they make
excellent 4-H or FFA projects for county fairs. Goat meat is in high
demand among many of
Producing high-quality
salable goats requires careful planning. Too often goat producers simply
allow multiple males, called bucks, to run with their females, called
does, throughout the year. In herds like this it is not uncommon to
experience up to 50 percent mortality at birthing time, also known as
kidding. Producers who breed year-round do not have a management plan.
Consequently, they cannot know when to vaccinate or treat for worms,
etc. because their goats are at different stages of production all year.
What follows is a
brief description of best management practices for goat reproduction in
Selection Criteria -
Does
Purchase from a
reputable goat producer. Should weigh a minimum of 55 lbs. or two-thirds
of adult weight at breeding.
Udder should be
examined for size, lumps and other abnormalities.
Needs good appetite and alert eyes.
Do not purchase from small animal auctions or markets. This is
where some producers dispose of culls.
Bucks
One-year-old breeder
buck that has successfully mated at least once is desirable.
Buck must come from a
doe that often gives birth to twin kids.
Buck must be active
and ready to breed with in-heat does.
Care of the Breeding
Buck
The breeding buck
should be confined separately but always visible to the does.
Provide a loafing area with a covered roof. One- or two-year-old
bucks can make 25 to 50 doe services per year, an older buck even more.
Breeding
Does begin coming into
heat from 4 to 8 months of age depending upon breed and level of
nutrition. Females will come into heat every 18 to 21 days unless they
become pregnant. Pregnancy lasts about 150 days. Best breeding age would
be 10 to 12 months depending on desired weight. Limit yearling bucks to
25 doe services per year. Older bucks can provide up to 75 doe services
per year. One buck is needed for every 25 does.
Kidding
Provide human
assistance during the kidding process if needed. The best advice is to
be near but out of sight. Seek the assistance of a veterinarian or
experienced goat producer if the doe does not make significant progress
within 45 minutes of severe straining.
On Aug. 1-2, 2009, the
first Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference will be
held at