neutrinoo asked:

from the debut album “Fleet Foxes”

HUGO

Jack Goode asked:


Unlike many other sports superstars Tiger Woods has never been a man to surround himself in controversy. He’s not out late with the paparazzi following him. He’s not shedding tears on national television over other players. He is not giving his opinions on Tom Cruise or Britney Spears to tabloids and he is certainly not giving opinions on race relations in professional golf or otherwise.

Woods has never been especially vocal about his opinions on anything other than the game of golf. In fact, while he is on the brink of making history at the Buick Invitational, Woods remains an enigma to many that regard him as a cultural icon who could make a bigger impact on social issues.

In the past few weeks Woods has been subjected to close scrutiny by both the media and by other celebs in light of some culturally insensitive “lynch” remarks made by Golf Channel anchor Kelly Tilghman and also by the recent controversial “noose” cover of Golfweek magazine.

Woods seemed virtually unshaken by either incident and called the Tilghman remark a “non-issue.” Much to the dismay of those waiting for a racial powder keg to explode Woods remained calm, composed and cool throughout both ordeals, pausing only to reflect publicly when prodded repeatedly through media pressure and outspoken sports commentators across the country.

Jim Brown, former professional African-American football star, stated that he thinks Woods should stand up for not only himself but for Black athletes in general but Woods isn’t budging. He accepted an apology from Tilghman and said that the two are old friends and that he knows she did not mean anything harmful in her remarks.

Many like Brown have suggested that Woods could have done more to be socially responsible. Woods is fully aware of those that would have him be a champion of racial injustices. He has stated before that he will not go down that road and feels the so-called controversy regarding his stance on racial issues in modern golf is media-driven.

People forget that Woods is only part African-American and that while he is fully famous he has never been an outspoken individual on any kind of issues other than those that directly affect his swing. They forget that just because he’s a superstar, he never signed up to be anyone’s political mouthpiece. He has and always will be a classy gentleman who tends to let the media crash and burn in their own controversies.

In this instance Woods handled the situation both professionally and with poise. It’s a no-brainer that what Kelly Tilghman said was deplorable or that the cover of Golfweek was distasteful. Anyone can see that. There was no need to be melodramatic about it because in the end, it all worked itself out, minus any protests, boycotts or visits from the Reverend Al Sharpton. Woods handled the incident like a man, albeit a quiet one. Above all he handled it with class.

Woods knows all too well that incidents of a racial nature only derive their power from fear, ignorance and undying media attention. Woods doesn’t have to speak out against the absurdity of the media using words like “lynch” or putting nooses on the covers of glossy magazines - they are absurd enough on their own.

Woods is like any other sports superstar who is paid massive sums of money from sponsors to uphold a certain image. People in that world generally do not support social issues. Were Woods not African-American would there be such pressure to make a stand? Certainly Jack Nicklaus was never asked to speak out against racial injustices in the golf world, so why Tiger?

Woods is no stranger to influence or power, especially in the universe of professional golf. Certainly, had he pressed the issue, Kelly Tilghman would be fired. Regardless of what people outside the world of golf think of him he is as socially responsible as he needs to be. He has often referred to his foundation and work with children as being very socially responsible and important to him. The Tiger Woods Learning Center in Anaheim has reached a little over 16,000 kids in just two years and to Tiger, that’s what matters most.



LINO

ronniepooch asked:

Ed Wood - Martin Landau portraying Lugosi flips out on a fan.

TRISTAN

Tuta189 asked:

Norwegian Wood

MICAH

science_teacher_mom asked:


We just moved into a rental home and every wall is wood paneling! The land lord has said that we can make any improvements we want, but I don’t want to invest too much money in something I can’t take with me when I leave in a few years. Any ideas (maybe with fabric) of how to disguise ugle wood paneling?

KELLEY

Clint Jhonson asked:


If you do not like the expensive price of the wood blinds, you can choose the discount wood blinds or you can provide your home with faux wood blinds, fake wood blinds. These blinds are especially designed in order to provide your home with the genuine look of the ones made from real wood. But no wood is used in their case. Such faux blinds are made of a special material called polyvinyl. This material is resistant and durable and it is processed in order to have the same appearance as the real wood. So, you are going to provide your home with wood like features but without having to pay a fortune for theses blinds.

The discount faux wood blinds will come at cheaper prices and you will be amazed by their quality. There are plenty of similarities between the discount faux wood blinds and the ones made from real wood. For instance, they both share the same durability. They will have a long life and you are not going to be disappointed by your choice. You should shop around in order to make the wisest choice. The blinds come in different styles, textures and colors and you will have to choose the blinds that will fit your home best. And you may also consider the benefits that will come along with the discount faux wood blinds because they have some special features that you are not likely to get when buying the discount wood blinds.

For instance, the faux blinds are made of a resistant and synthetic material. Therefore, you can add some UV resistance in order to make them last for a longer period of time. The color of the faux blinds will not fade. It will not become dull from daily sunlight exposure and you will be able to enjoy your investment for a longer period of time. So, your initial investment will be paid off in no time and you will not regret the choice you have made when purchasing the discount faux wood blinds. Such blinds are also easy to clean and you can do it by using a damp cloth. You will not have to worry about the possible splintering of these blinds because their texture is quite resistant. By choosing these faux blinds, you will be able to create a perfect indoor area.

They are your best alternative and you should start shopping around in order to find out more about the available options.  They will look great in every home and the flash news is that they are easy to manage and clean. This aspect may convince every homeowner that they are his next best investment. You are likely to be amazed by the endurance of these faux blinds and you will become full of joy at hearing that they can save you up to 30%. They are cheaper than the usual wood blinds. Therefore, you should not think twice about purchasing these faux blinds because they are the best investment you can make for your beloved home. They can also be customized according to your own wishes and needs. Decorating your home can become a daunting task unless you learn how to choose the best and most affordable items. Therefore, you should think about purchasing the discount wood blinds.

Or you can go for the faux ones because they are likely to provide your home with a great wood look with the ease and cost of the vinyl structures. Decorating your beloved home should not be transformed into a very expensive business. On the contrary, you can establish a budget and stick to it because the alternatives are to be considered in order to save your money. By purchasing the discount items, you will not sacrifice the quality or the way your house looks. On the contrary, you can purchase quality items at reasonable costs without having to spend a fortune in order to achieve the same effect. So, you should start thinking about purchasing the faux blinds because they can make the difference for your beloved home and for you wallet too.



SHAD