![]() The Tomatometer rating – based on the published opinions of hundreds of film and television critics – is a trusted measurement of movie and TV programming quality. Mutants, Muties, Children of the Atom, Gene Jokes/Genejokes, Human Mutants, Abominations, Malforms, Freaks, Genetic Monstrosities, Mistakes of Nature, Spikes (Non-Neo or because of the Cerebro spikes) Genefreaks, Genejokes, Genetically challenged, Geeces, Genetrash, Genescrape, Overmen, Moo-tants,. This article needs additional citations for. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. (September 2008) () Mutant Publication information #1 (September ) Characteristics Place of origin Earth Notable members In published by, a mutant is a being (usually otherwise human) who possesses a called an X-gene that allows the mutant to naturally develop. Human mutants are considered to be of the subspecies Homo sapiens superior or simply Homo superior, an progeny of, and are considered the next stage in, although whether this is true or not is a subject of much debate in the. Unlike Marvel's, which are characters who develop their powers only after exposure to outside stimuli or energies (such as the,,, and ), mutants are those whose mutations are pre-natal, and whose powers typically manifest. Contents • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Background A March 1952 story in Amazing Detective Cases #11 called 'The Weird Woman' tells of a woman describing herself as a mutant who seeks a similarly superhuman mate. Roger Carstairs, a mutant who can create illusions, is shown in Man Comics #28, dated September 1953. A character with superhuman powers, born from a radiation-exposed parent, was seen in 'The Man with the Atomic Brain!' In #52 in May 1959; although not specifically called a 'mutant', his origin is consistent with one. A little-known story in #6 (November 1959) titled 'The Mutants and Me!' Was one of the first Marvel (then known as ) stories to feature a named 'mutant'. Tad Carter, a mutant with powers, is shown in Amazing Adult Fantasy #14, dated July 1962. The modern concept of mutants as an independent subspecies was created and utilized by Marvel editor/writer in the early 1960s, as a means to create a large number of and without having to think of a separate origin for each one. As part of the concept, Lee decided that these mutant teenagers should, like ordinary ones, attend school in order to better cope with the world, in this case. These mutants first appeared in the superhero series X-Men, which debuted in 1963. Marvel later introduced several additional mutant superhero teams, including,,,, and. Officially, is considered the first mutant superhero whom Marvel Comics ever published, debuting in. However, Namor was not actually described as a mutant until decades after his first appearance. The same is true of, partner of the introduced in 1940. Secondary mutations Some mutants have shown the ability to develop a. Omega-level mutants An Omega-level mutant is one with the most powerful genetic potential of their mutant abilities. The term was first seen in the 1986 issue #208, but was completely unexplained beyond the obvious implication of it referring to an exceptional level of power. The term was not seen again until the 2001 limited series. Some abilities depicted by mutants described as Omega-level include,, highly destructive energy projection, extreme manipulation of,, and, high ability with strong and, and the potential to exist beyond the boundaries of the known physical universe. No firm definition has been offered in comics. Examples of mutants that have been confirmed as Omega-level include,,,,,,,,,,,,,, and. 'Homo superior superior' Introduced in 's X-Treme X-Men, a character known as claims to be humanity's natural response to mutants. Vargas was born at the epitome of peak physical skill, having superhuman levels of strength, speed, reflexes, agility, stamina, and durability. Vargas also seems to be immune to various mutant abilities (such as Rogue's absorption and Psylocke's telekinetic blast). Externals Created by, are immortal mutants whose powers have allowed them to exist for centuries. Eventually, most of the Externals are killed by., Selene, and are examples of Externals. Cheyarafim and Neyaphem Cheyarafim and Neyaphem first appear in #429. According to the character, the Cheyarafim are a group of -like mutants who were the traditional enemies of the Neyaphem, a demonic-looking group of mutants who lived in times. The Cheyarafim were who had a strict, absolutist view of morality which led them into conflict with the Neyaphem. This escalated into a, causing the Neyaphem to be exiled into an alternate dimension. What happened to the Cheyarafim after this has not been revealed. The X-Man is said to be descended from Cheyarafim, [ ] while is supposedly the son of a Neyaphem, Azazel. It is unknown if Joshua Guthrie, known as, is a descendant of the Cheyarafim. Dominant Species/lupine claims to be a part of a mutant sub-species of feral, wolf-like mutants, whom he calls the Dominant Species. He later tries to recruit into his ranks, to no avail. A few years later, another mutant,, claims that some human mutants evolved from canines instead of primates. Mutants who are a part of this group include Romulus,,,,,,,, and, with and the as other likely candidates. These groups appear to be one and the same. Changelings Introduced in the second series of X-Factor, a changeling is a mutant whose powers manifest at birth. Jamie Madrox () and are examples of this sub-class. Extraterrestrial mutants Humans are not the only species to have mutant subspecies.,,,, and are examples of mutant aliens. Mutants as metaphor. Main article: As a fictional, mutants are often used as extended for real-world people and situations. In 1982, X-Men writer said, '[mutants] are hated, feared and despised collectively by humanity for no other reason than that they are mutants. So what we have here, intended or not, is a book that is about racism, bigotry and prejudice.' [ ] writes extensively in his book Superman on the Couch about the appeal of mutants and their meaning to society: “ The most popular pop culture franchises are those that make the viewer/reader feel special and unique, while simultaneously making him or her feel he or she is part of a mass of people experiencing and enjoying the same phenomenon. The plight of the mutants is universally compelling. Many people feel a need for a surrogate family, one composed of those the world has abused and persecuted in the same way they have been their whole life. This is especially true in adolescents, which may in part explain some of the draw of mutants. ” An obvious parallel between homosexuality and mutation is drawn in the feature film, where 's mother asks, 'Have you tried not being a mutant?' This question (or various forms thereof) is common among parents who find out their children are. In the 2011 film, Hank McCoy (later known as ), upon being outed to a colleague as a mutant, responds, ' In his article Super Heroes, a Modern Mythology, Richard Reynolds writes: “ Much of the appeal and draw of the mutants that comprise the has to do with feeling like an outcast while simultaneously feeling like part of a family. Mutants are ostracized because they are different but they bound together because of their differences. The may be forced together to a certain extent like 'real' families but they are also a team. They differ from other teams such as the, which is like a meritocracy; only the best of the best join that team. In contrast, the X-Men is composed of outcasts. They train and nurture one another and are united by common goals and beliefs.the whole theme of the X-Men — the isolation of mutants and their alienation from 'normal' society — be read as a parable of the alienation of any minority. Of a minority grouping determined to force its own place within society. [ ] ” Other versions Earth X Within the universe, the powers of the vast majority of Marvel's human superheroes were revealed to have been the result of genetic manipulation by the millions of years in the past. Ultimate Marvel In the universe within the pages of the #1, it is revealed that super-powered 'mutants' were artificially created via by the program in a laboratory in, in October 1943. The project was an attempt to produce a, inspired by the existence of. Was the first individual to be so modified. At some later point, possibly during a confrontation between Magneto and his parents, the mutant trigger was released into the environment worldwide, leading to the appearance of mutants in the general population. Following the events of the storyline, information concerning the origins of mutancy was made public and steps were taken in the US to make being a mutant illegal. While the move apparently has majority support among the non-mutant population, a vocal minority has voiced concern that it will lead to witch-hunts and genocide. See also • • References. Retrieved 2010-10-17. Retrieved 2010-10-17. Retrieved 2010-10-17. Retrieved 2010-10-17. Retrieved 2010-10-17. • #1 • X-Men: Forever by • New X-Men #137 (April 2003) • X-Men: Deadly Genesis by, #477 • #207 by •. Comic Book Resources. Retrieved 2010-10-17. • New Mutants vol. By Christina Weir •. Comic Book Resources. Retrieved 2013-08-04. • X-Treme X-Men #2 •. Marvel Comics Catalog. Retrieved 2010-10-17. Superman On The Couch: What Superheroes Really Tell Us About Ourselves and Society, Continuum, 2004. • Ultimate Origins #1.
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Feb 14, 2015. Incessantly I live over in my memory your caresses, your tears, your affectionate solicitude. The charms of the incomparable Josephine kindle continually a burning and a glowing flame in my heart. I thought that I loved you months ago, but since my separation from you I feel that I love you a thousand fold. Cast/credits plus additional information about the film. Love Letters is a blog written by Boston Globe columnist Meredith Goldstein about romance problems and relationship advice. A love letter is a romantic way to express feelings of love in written form. Whether delivered by hand, mail, carrier pigeon, or romantically left in a secret. A Partnership Larger Than Marriage: The Stunning Love Letters of Kahlil Gibran and Mary Haskell. “You are like the Great Spirit, who befriends man not only to share his life, but to add to it. My knowing you is the greatest thing in my days and nights, a miracle quite outside the natural order of things.” read article. ![]() All emoji names are and, listed as part of the. Additional descriptions are copyright © Emojipedia. Emoji character artwork and copyright belong to their respective creators. Emojipedia® is a registered trademark of Emojipedia Pty Ltd; Apple® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc; Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; Google® and Android™ are registered trademarks or trademarks of Google Inc in the United States and/or other countries. EmojiOne™ images provided by EmojiOne. You may not be best at expressing yourself when it comes to love, but that doesn’t mean you can’t convey your feelings to your beloved. What you cannot say in person, your letters can do that for you. The famous and the wise people around the world have believed in the power of love letters and the miracles they can do to a relationship. These letters of affection and mutual admiration have seen many a love-stricken soul finding happiness. This Valentine’s Day, let your darling bask in a newfound joy as you write a letter revealing the secrets of your heart and confiding in your partner. Scroll down the read through these impeccable letters that are written as a tribute to love. Famous Love Letters. Dear, When I saw you for the first time, I knew I had found someone wonderful. And ever since then, all I have wanted is to be with you. Seeing you happy brightens my day and makes me think I am doing the right things. You have the most loving and forgiving heart I have ever known and I can assure you that you will remain the centre of attention for me. I will do everything in my capacity to keep you happy. Ours will be an everlasting friendship because two inseparable souls cannot live in isolation. The day I discover you in arms, that will be the happiest day of my life. Thank you for being there, at least on my mind. To Fanny Brawne: I cannot exist without you - I am forgetful of every thing but seeing you again - my life seems to stop there - I see no further. You have absorb'd me. I have a sensation at the present moment as though I were dissolving.I have been astonished that men could die martyrs for religion - I have shudder'd at it - I shudder no more - I could be martyr'd for my religion - love is my religion - I could die for that - I could die for you. My creed is love and you are its only tenet - you have ravish'd me away by a power I cannot resist. - John Keats. I Love You Forever by Kathy Dear Josh, It has been the most amazing 5 months of my life and I've already done things I have yet to actually realize. We have come a very long way and stuck by each other's side through a lot of pain. You have shown me what its like to love and be loved and that's my happiness. It's all I need to have the most amazing life I can possibly have, and thank you for it. You've helped me understand a lot of things people don't think I understand or think that I'm allowed to understand which is what is making me a very strong person. I have a lot more respect for love and people who have it. To be mature, you have to be an adult. But to be in love, you have to be nothing but a human being with a heart. That is very much true. No ones parents should prevent their children from falling in love with someone because of their age and it's not allowed. You can't stop love, and you defiantly shouldn't put your own feelings on hold because someone is telling you 'You're not allowed to love him because you're too young.' You are everything to me, my life really, and I'm not going to give that up. I can't live without a life. Honey, you are one of a kind and how people can say the things they do about you is beyond me. I don't understand why people don't see you the way I do. In my eyes, you are the most amazing person. You understand me and care about me more than anyone else has ever even thought about. You are so caring, and wonderful. You're lovely. We have a healthy relationship that is going to last a life time because you and I are willing to work at anything that needs to be worked. Josh, we are going to make our lives amazing along with someone else's. We are going to have an amazing family and an amazing home to live in. I know now that what we have is so very truer because I can see myself in you. I can see us in you, in your eyes. I wrote this letter to you from my heart. From mine to yours. I love you, Honey - forever. Your lovely, Kathy. My dear (Name of the receipent) There are things in life that are inevitable; I am powerless to control them. The Sun will rise and set, the tide will come in and go out, the seasons will change, the birds will fly South for the winter and return in the spring, and the caterpiller will transform itself into a beautiful butterfly. Somehow, I feel reassured by this because many other things in life are so transient - so momentary. Neneng, from the moment we met, I knew that our friendship would develop into something lasting and precious, just as I am sure that the caterpiller will one day become a handsome butterfly. Dearest, I believe that our love is blessed by God. It is a union of two spirits destined for everlasting happiness. Thus, you have truly become the star of my life which brings me light in this dark world, and warmth when I need it. You offer me the promise of renewal, the joy of living, the peace of mind that comes from sharing and caring, and that shoulder to lean on in times of stress. You are my Swallow from Capistrano - my precious butterfly, and I will cherish you and love you forever. Yours Forever (Name of the sender). Dear (Name of the receipent) I am the same person and yet. I have discovered that a friendship is something that lives and grows. It requires time,care and attention. It has its ups and downs, but sometimes the difficulties make it stronger than ever. I have discovered that there is something 'mysterious' about this relationship between us. It is almost a thing in itself and yet there is nothing one can see or touch. I have seen changes in me because of you, and changes in you because of me. I am the same person i was before and yet, because of your presence in my life, I am different i have become more sure of myself because you like me the way i am. I am interested in more things because you are interested in them. I have grown as a person because of sharing so much with you. And you too have changed, grown, and expanded. I am learning tha there are things in life,the most important things, that i can not see, count or measure in anyway. The qualities and effects of frienship that mean most to me are the very ones I cannot really define or even described. Nor can I described my Love friend the more i know you and share with you, the more i discover about you. I think we could be love friends for more than 50 years and still find something new in each other. All i know about you my love friend is that I am better because of you.I am freer,stronger and happier. Always, (Name of the sender). Dear (Name of the receipent) It has been the most amazing 5 months of my life and I've already done things I have yet to actually realize. We have come a very long way and stuck by each other's side through a lot of pain. You have shown me what its like to love and be loved and that's my happiness. It's all I need to have the most amazing life I can possibly have, and thank you for it. You've helped me understand a lot of things people don't think I understand or think that I'm allowed to understand which is what is making me a very strong person. I have a lot more respect for love and people who have it. To be mature, you have to be an adult. But to be in love, you have to be nothing but a human being with a heart. That is very much true. No ones parents should prevent their children from falling in love with someone because of their age and it's not allowed. You can't stop love, and you defiantly shouldn't put your own feelings on hold because someone is telling you 'You're not allowed to love him because you're too young.' I love you and I'm not going to be putting my feelings on hold to wait until my mom thinks its okay to love you. You are everything to me, my life really, and I'm not going to give that up. I can't live without a life. Your lovely, (Name of the sender) Romantic Letters. 1.) Dear Beloved My love, we must not lose hope, for if hope is lost, then I fear we too will be lost forever. If your father the Duke has forbidden you to see me publicly, then let us meet under starlight at the windmill upon the mountain. There, late at night, the wood owls make their gothic music. We shall talk together, embrace one another, and at least have two hours each night before the early dawn light. And I still hope if we wait for a few months longer, his mind might be persuaded to receive a poor man like me into your genteel family. How can we let our love be sacrificed to the will of such an unkind man? I know I cannot, and I hope that you cannot, for if you leave me, I shall never recover. 2.) Sweetest Fanny, You fear, sometimes, I do not love you so much as you wish? My dear Girl I love you ever and ever and without reserve. The more I have known you the more have I lov'd. In every way - even my jealousies have been agonies of Love, in the hottest fit I ever had I would have died for you. I have vex'd you too much. But for Love! Can I help it? You are always new. The last of your kisses was ever the sweetest; the last smile the brightest; the last movement the gracefullest. When you pass'd my window home yesterday, I was fill'd with as much admiration as if I had then seen you for the first time. You uttered a half complaint once that I only lov'd your Beauty. Have I nothing else then to love in you but that? Do not I see a heart naturally furnish'd with wings imprison itself with me? No ill prospect has been able to turn your thoughts a moment from me. This perhaps should be as much a subject of sorrow as joy - but I will not talk of that. Even if you did not love me I could not help an entire devotion to you: how much more deeply then must I feel for you knowing you love me. My Mind has been the most discontented and restless one that ever was put into a body too small for it. I never felt my Mind repose upon anything with complete and undistracted enjoyment - upon no person but you. When you are in the room my thoughts never fly out of window: you always concentrate my whole senses. The anxiety shown about our Love in your last note is an immense pleasure to me; however you must not suffer such speculations to molest you any more: not will I any more believe you can have the least pique against me. Brown is gone out -- but here is Mrs Wylie -- when she is gone I shall be awake for you. -- Remembrances to your Mother. Your affectionate, J. 3.) 'Dear Love, There isn't a moment that goes by without you gracing my memory. There isn't a moment I don't think of you. There isn't a moment that doesn't make me fall in love with you all over again. It doesn't matter whether you are with me or not, all that matter is your love for me. I know you will forever be my sweetheart and there is nothing on earth that can separate us from each other. There maybe be times when I don't say how much I love you, but you be rest assured of the fact that my heart beats for you and it craves for only your touch. All the moments we kiss and every single experience that we share makes us both grow fonder of each other. You are my baby and there is not a single day I want to spend without you. Come to me darling and make me yours. I will love you forever, and ever and ever. 4.) 'My Love, Hope you miss me like I miss you. I hope you care for me like I do. I really hope you love me like I do. You have been in my dreams since the first day I met you and since then there isn't a moment I have not thought about you. I want you as my partner, to face all the challenges life has to offer and I know with you by my side, there is nothing I cannot do. I want to be with you and I want you in my life. Be by my side and the rest will fall in place. We will live life in the most enjoyable ways possible and there is nothing that can hold us back from being the best couple in the world. Just wait and be patient as I bring you all the joys of world. Yours Only' 4 Hints for Writing A Romantic Letter Here are some tips for creating the perfect message of love and romance, no matter whether you’re writing it with ink or a keyboard! Use Drafts Most people never do this, so it’s a surefire way to immediately set your romantic letter or email a cut above the rest. Reading over your words several times will give you a new perspective on them, even if you only take a few moments to do it. When the emotions are pouring out of you, you’re not necessarily paying attention to the content of what you write—which is as it should be, since this is what will create a passionate letter. But once you’ve written all this out, you might find that your words will ultimately be more powerful with some help from an editing process. Be Honest Correspondence between two lovers is intimate, almost as intimate as the time that they actually spend together. A romantic message creates a private mental space where you and your partner share your deepest emotions and, even more than a memory, a physical letter is something he or she can always return to again and again. What will make your letter special and moving is the honesty with which you communicate your emotions. Don’t be afraid to go deep, and to truly capture your partner’s heart by baring your own to them. Go Highbrow Smutty letters have their place in a relationship, but you need to decide beforehand whether you want your letter to stir the emotions or the body, and then stick with that plan. The tender buildup of a romantic letter can easily be ruined if racy descriptions suddenly show up out of nowhere. Remember that withholding something creates far more anticipation, desire, and ultimate pleasure than unceremoniously dumping your thoughts out there. Use your romantic letter as an opportunity to hint at the more physical aspects of your relationship, while focusing on the emotional. Be tantalizing—it will drive your lover wild! Stay Focused It can be hard to articulate something as deep and meaningful as your emotions of love, but it will serve you in the end to stay on topic in your love letter. Rambling or jumping from one subject to another can make for a letter that comes across as disjointed or distracting. You want your lover to get lost in the letter, to experience the sensations almost as though they are with you. Focus on what you really want to say, and don’t allow random tangents to enter into what you’re writing. Keep in mind what writers of all stripes have known for generations: not every stray thought deserves a mention. Top Sweet Romantic Letters. 'My dearest angel, I am totally devoted to you. I long to hold you close to my heart and never let you go. I love your loving and tender touch. I do cherish and adore you. In you I find the greatest joy and happiness in my life. You make me feel appreciated and loved. I love to cuddle and snuggle with you. I love to look into your beautiful eyes. You inspire me. You are the Pearl of my Great Price. Dream of a woman that cherishes loves and misses you. You are AWESOME! Yours Love' Sweet Romantic letters can also be very passionate celebrating your relationship, the joyous moments and the togetherness. The next one celebrates not only love but also the sweetness it nurtures. 'Dear Hon, Honey, you have changed my life completely. You're the one who makes me beautiful. You're the one who makes me strong. You're the one who makes me feel so important; you're everything to me. You show your love to me every day. I thank God that I have found a man like you. Please forgive me for not giving you enough time to chat with me, but I promise I will make up for it once we are together. All that I can offer you is a family. I can offer you a family that will stick together through the good and the bad. I can offer you a family that will support each other every day. Honey, that's all I can give.I hope that's what you want. I really wish that you were near me. I wish that I could just call your name when I needed you and that you would be there. However, knowing that you love me so much is enough for now, and if I can be your wife and a mother to your children, then I would wait forever to be with you. Ti amo tesoro mio. You're the only one that I want. Love Always' Missing You Letters. 2.) My Hero.by Julieann Dear Brad, Secretly you have taken each broken piece of my heart from all those before you and put it together like a puzzle. Our troubled times were those of which my heart was not put completely together, but once the last piece was placed, that was when I realized I can't live without you. You are a great guy and I just can't imagine a day without knowing you. When you are not here I see you, I smell you, I feel you, I miss you. Can't wait to see you again this weekend, My Love. Love always, Julieann. 3.) My Heart's Last Dance by Tammy Dear Bam, It's been so long without you - I miss the times we had. You were always telling me how much you loved me and showing me your love in the perfect way, but I had to leave you my baby, for that I'm so sorry. I hear that you haven't been so well since the last time we saw one another, and I hear that you still ask about me and send me 'I love you's' through the air, I want you to know that they landed safely, Baby. I've sent you kisses and I hope that they hit the spot. Well, I just wanted to let you know that you are never far from my heart or mind; I still love you and I will forever miss my 'Bam' until God helps our paths to cross once more, I still love you. Love Always, Tammy. 5.) Napolean Bonaparte (1763 - 1821) to his wife Josephine 'Paris, December 1795 I wake filled with thoughts of you. Your portrait and the intoxicating evening which we spent yesterday have left my senses in turmoil. Sweet, incomparable Josephine, what a strange effect you have on my heart! Are you angry? Do I see you looking sad? Are you worried? My soul aches with sorrow, and there can be no rest for you lover; but is there still more in store for me when, yielding to the profound feelings which overwhelm me, I draw from your lips, from your heart a love which consumes me with fire? It was last night that I fully realized how false an image of you your portrait gives! You are leaving at noon; I shall see you in three hours. Until then, mio dolce amor, a thousand kisses; but give me none in return, for they set my blood on fire.' When your hearts craves and beats louder for that special person, nothing can do justice to the way you miss your beloved than I Miss You- Romantic letter. Follow the style of letters mentioned above and induce it with your imagination to say out loud 'I miss you'. 6.) F Scott Fitzgerald Spring 1919 Spring 1919 Sweetheart, Please, please don't be so depressed -- We'll be married soon, and then these lonesome nights will be over forever -- and until we are, I am loving, loving every tiny minute of the day and night -- Maybe you won't understand this, but sometimes when I miss you most, it's hardest to write -- and you always know when I make myself -- Just the ache of it all -- and I can't tell you. If we were together, you'd feel how strong it is -- you're so sweet when you're melancholy. I love your sad tenderness -- when I've hurt you -- That's one of the reasons I could never be sorry for our quarrels -- and they bothered you so -- Those dear, dear little fusses, when I always tried so hard to make you kiss and forget -- Scott -- there's nothing in all the world I want but you -- and your precious love -- All the material things are nothing. 1.) Dear (Name of receipent) My husband is a liar and a cheat. He has cheated on me from the beginning. When I confront him, he denies everything. What's worse is everyone knows he cheats on me. It is so humiliating! Also, since he lost his job two years ago he hasn't even looked for a new one. All he does is sit around the living room in his underwear and watch TV while I work to pay the bills. And since our daughter went away to college he doesn't even pretend to like me. He keeps calling me a lesbian. What should I do? Yours (name of the sender). 2.) Dear (Name of receipent) Nothing has made my day more than receiving your letter. It's true that you and I have been married for seven years, although a good woman is a far cry from what you've been. I watch sports so much to try to drown out your constant nagging. Too bad that doesn't work. I did notice when you cut off all of your hair last week, the first thing that came to mind was 'You look just like a man!' My mother raised me to not say anything if you can't say anything nice. When you cooked my favorite meal, you must have gotten me confused with MY BROTHER, because I stopped eating pork seven years ago. I went to sleep on you when you had on that new negligee because the price tag was still on it. I prayed that it was a coincidence that my brother had just borrowed fifty dollars from me that morning and your negligee was $49.99. After all of this, I still loved you and felt that we could work it out. So when I discovered that I had hit the lotto for ten million dollars, I quit my job and bought us two tickets to Jamaica. But when I got home you were gone. Everything happens for a reason I guess. I hope you have the filling life you always wanted. My lawyer said with your letter that you wrote, you won't get a dime from me. So take care. Yours (name of the sender). 3.) Dear (Name of receipent) Christmas is tight this year. I've learned to make bedroom slippers out of maxi pads: You need four maxis to make a pair. Two of them get laid out flat, for the foot part. The other two wrap around the toe area to form the top Tape or glue each side of the top pieces to the bottom of the foot part Decorate the tops with whatever you desire, silk flowers, etc. These slippers are soft and Hygienic; Non-slip grip strips on the soles; Built in deodorant feature keeps feet smelling fresh; No more bending over to mop up spills; Disposable and biodegradable; Environmentally safe; Three convenient sizes: Regular, Light day, and Get out the Sand Bags. Happiest of holidays! (name of the sender). Sample of Funny Romantic Letters 1.) Dear Miss, I am very happy to inform you that I have fallen in Love with you since the 14th of October (Monday). With reference to the meeting held between us on the 27th of July. At 1500 hrs, I would like to present myself as a prospective lover. Our love affair would be on probation for a period of three months and depending on compatibility, would be made permanent. Of course, upon completion of probation, there will be continuous on the job training and performance appraisal schemes leading up to promotion from lover to spouse. The expenses incurred for coffee and entertainment would initially be shared equally between us. Later, based on your performance, I might take up a larger share of the expenses. However I am broadminded enough to be taken care of, on your expense account. I request you to kindly respond within 30 days of receiving this letter, failing which, this offer would be cancelled without further notice and I shall be considering someone else. I would be happy, if you could forward this letter to your sister, if you do not wish to take up this offer. Thanking you in anticipation, Yours sincerely, Mr. Smart I'm Sorry Letters. My dear love, There has never been a question or a doubt about how much I love you and how much you mean to me. However, I know that what happened in the past few days makes you think otherwise. I have tried to talk you out of all the thoughts that have been worrying you and I can only assure that I love you and only you with all my heart. People make mistakes sometimes and I promise you that I will not let you down ever again. Please give me a second chance to make it all alright, for I love you and cannot live without you. My love, There are not enough words to begin to tell you how deeply sorry I am. In a moment of stupidity I hurt you unknowingly and now I know that I have made one of the gravest mistakes of my life. There is no one else in the world who means to me more than you do, and it hurts me more to thing that I have caused you pain. I will do anything in this world to make it all okay, all I need from you is your faith and trust and I assure you that I will bring back all the joys that life has to offer once again. 5 Hot Tips for a Sensual Love Letter. 5.) Hide the letter somewhere special. Once you’ve finished the letter, you only have to deliver it. You can certainly email it or use the post office, of course, but the most romantic thing of all would be to leave it somewhere where your lover will find it. If you and your lover live in the same house, leave the letter in a personal location such as on their pillow or rolled up in their coffee mug. If not, try and find an opportunity to slip it into their bag or purse when they aren’t looking. Chances are that they’ll be thrilled at the discovery! ![]() Shirley Temple's first Technicolor feature, The Little Princess was inspired by the oft-filmed novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Set in turn-of-the-century England, the film finds Temple being enrolled in a boarding school by her wealthy widowed father (Ian Hunter), who must head off to fight in the Boer War. At first, Temple is treated like royalty; her behavior couldn't be more down to earth, but this preferential treatment foments resentment. When her father is reported killed in the war, circumstances are severely altered. A Litte Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett A LITTLE PRINCESS Summary: Sara Crewe, a pupil at Miss Minchin's London school, is left in poverty when her father dies. Find great deals for A Little Princess (VHS, 1995). Shop with confidence on eBay! A Little Princess - When young Sara (Liesel Matthews) is sent to a boarding school by her well-meaning World War I-bound father (Liam Cunningham), the. The spiteful headmistress (Mary Nash) relegates Temple to servant status and forces the girl to sleep in a drafty attic. She keeps her spirits up by hoping against hope that her father will return, and to that end she haunts the corridors of a nearby military hospital. Queen Victoria doesn't have to make a guest appearance in the tearfully joyous closing sequence, but it does serve as icing on the cake to this, one of Temple's most enjoyable feature films. Reliable Shirley Temple flick supporting actors Cesar Romero and Arthur Treacher are back in harness in The Little Princess, while adult leading lady Anita Louise figures prominently in a sugary dream sequence. In Beyond The Limits, Stacy Allison tells what it took to become the first American woman to summit Mount Everest. That would be a lot of hard work, innate climbing ability, a strong spirit, the drive to persist in the face of obstacles, and a bit of luck. Oct 28, 2014. This paper brings autonomist Marxist analyses of post-Fordist transition together with the geographical literature on ecosystem services to argue that the rise of the ecosystem service economy was central to what Paolo Virno has called the neoliberal counterrevolution. By analyzing the discourse. Register Before It SELLS OUT! Bet Big, Run Long! High Roller Bling for all runners, including a casino inspired belt buckle for 100 mile finishers. ![]() Contents • • • • Reviews [ ] 'Society has gone into overshoot, a state of being beyond limits without knowing it. These limits are more like speed limits than barriers at the end of the road: the rate at which renewable resources can renew themselves, the rate at which we can change from nonrenewable resources to renewable ones, and the rate at which nature can recycle our pollution. [W]e are overshooting such crucial resources as food and water while overwhelming nature with pollutants like those causing global warming.' ' Beyond the Limits recognizes that the future doesn't lie in tinkering with resource use or simply squelching population growth in developing countries. A sustainable future will require profound social and psychological readjustments in the developed and developing world.' 'Current crop yields can only sustain the world's population at subsistence levels, while nonrenewable energy resources and fresh water supplies are dwindling, and greenhouse gases and other pollutants increase. But while the prognosis is disaster within decades if nothing is done, there are encouraging signs. Technology offers greater efficiency in energy consumption and pollution control, international response to the ozone crisis has been relatively swift, and recycling efforts are gaining headway. [However] the conditions underlying limit overshoots--population growth and resource depletion in a finite world, for example--remain unaddressed in the corridors of power.' Influence [ ] Billionaire investor indicates having been influenced by reading Beyond the Limits'. His niece Kelley Rainwater reports she gave him this book as a Christmas present. She was introduced to the book through Dr. Jay Earley who is a social transformation theorist and colleague of the Meadows.d See also [ ] • • • • • References [ ]. 1 / 1 Show Caption + Hide Caption – (Photo Credit: U.S. Army) One day after duty, a group of battle buddies and I went to the gym to get our daily 'pump' on. We had been working out together for quite some time and were accustomed to each other's strengths and weaknesses. When it came to dumbbells, I excelled; in fact, I was the strongest in the group. However, I still wanted to improve my strength through other exercises and equipment. After everyone finished, I decided to hang back to lift a little more weight. My intent was to increase my strength faster than my buddies. I decided to attack the dip machine with free weights. Initially, I mounted the machine with low weight to judge my capabilities. After two sets in, I realized I was able to do a lot more weight than I predicted. A few sets of light weights snowballed into me attempting to determine my absolute limit. Before I knew it, I was lifting too much weight. Suddenly, I felt a 'POP!' And nearly fell onto the floor. At first, I thought I was just sore; however, I later realized I had injured a muscle in my chest. My injury took months to heal. I was non-mission capable, unable to work out with my buddies and lost my weightlifting progress during my recovery. I strongly recommend everyone heed the following guidance when it comes to weight lifting take it from a guy who learned the hard way! When lifting weights, it is best to do it in a buddy team. I also learned you cannot push yourself past your limits safely. You should always use proper lifting techniques and make sure the equipment you're using is in good condition. Fortunately, I did not cause any chronic pain that put my future as a Soldier in jeopardy. The Mayo Clinic's website, www.mayoclinic.com, has additional weightlifting tips that will help anyone get their workout on, safely! When weight training, do: •Lift an appropriate amount of weight. Start with a weight you can lift comfortably 12 to 15 times. For most people, a single set of 12 repetitions with the proper weight can build strength just as efficiently as can three sets of the same exercise. As you get stronger, gradually increase the amount of weight. •Use proper form. Learn to do each exercise correctly. The better your form, the better your results -- and the less likely you are to hurt yourself. If you're unable to maintain good form, decrease the weight or the number of repetitions. Remember that proper form matters even when you pick up and replace your weights on the weight racks. If you're not sure whether you're doing a particular exercise correctly, ask a personal trainer or other fitness specialist for help. You might be tempted to hold your breath while you're lifting weights. Holding your breath can lead to dangerous increases in blood pressure. Instead, breathe out as you lift the weight and breathe in as you lower the weight. •Seek balance. Work all of your major muscles -- abdominals, legs, chest, back, shoulders and arms. Strengthen the opposing muscles in a balanced way, such as the front of the shoulder and the back of the shoulder. Avoid exercising the same muscles two days in a row. You might work all of your major muscle groups at a single session two or three times a week, or plan daily sessions for specific muscle groups. For example, on Monday, work your arms and shoulders; on Tuesday, work your legs and so on. When weight training, don't: •Skip your warm-up. Cold muscles are more prone to injury than warm muscles. Before you lift weights, warm up with five to 10 minutes of brisk walking or other aerobic activity. Move the weight in an unhurried, controlled fashion. Taking it slow helps you isolate the muscles you want to work and keeps you from relying on momentum to lift the weight. For most people, completing one set of exercises to the point of fatigue is typically enough. Additional sets may only eat up your time and contribute to overload injury. •Work through the pain. If an exercise causes pain, stop. Try it again in a few days or try it with less weight. •Forget your shoes. Shoes with good traction can keep you from slipping while you're lifting weights. W/ info box below and sidebar below FYI According to a release from Science Daily, www.sciencedaily.com, the popularity of weight training has grown over the past decade. A new study conducted by the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital has found that the number of injuries from weight training has increased as well. The study found that more than 970,000 weight training-related injuries were treated in U.S. Hospital emergency departments between 1990 and 2007, increasing nearly 50 percent during the 18-year study period. |
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