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Wikipedia Says: Mensch (Yiddish: מענטש mentsh, German: Mensch, for human being) means "a person of integrity and honor"[1]. The opposite of a Mensch is an Unmensch (meaning: an utterly cruel or evil person). According to Leo Rosten, the Yiddish maven and author of The Joys of Yiddish, mensch is "someone to admire and emulate, someone of noble character. The key to being “a real mensch” is nothing less than character, rectitude, dignity, a sense of what is right, responsible, decorous"[2]. In Yiddish (from which the word has migrated into American English), mensch roughly means "a good person." A "mensch" is a particularly good person, like "a stand-up guy," a person with the qualities one would hope for in a dear friend or trusted colleague. Mentschlekhkeyt (Yiddish: מענטשלעכקייט, , German: Menschlichkeit) are the properties which make one a mensch. During the Age of Enlightenment in Germany, the term "Humanität" in the philos...

With Senator Kennedy's memorials and eulogies, especially the President's much has been made of his faith. He did have one even as the "Liberal Lion." His was based on fairness and giving. He is, after all, the author of the Ryan White Act to provide funds for AIDS services. He was a divorced Catholic who supported reproductive rights and rights for gay people, but a Catholic nonetheless. He was devout in that he sincerely believed in elevating the marginalized. We have been held hostage by simplistic and ignorant religious outloooks for far too long. That doesn't mean that everyone must adhere to Mr. Kennedy's every thought. No one should be that dogmatic. We do need to abandon the narrow concept of what God is. No one has a direct line. There are some very basic tenets to Christianity if only Christians knew what they are. Not too long ago (Spring 2008) the very religious Jimmy Carter spoke out about it in promoting a book written on that very subject/ Q; Yo...

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Hugh's resume can be found on Model Mayhem. He is based in the United Kingdom, therefore, it seems like an opportunity to plug a preferred gin--Hendrick's: Hendrick’s is an iconoclastically produced small batch gin distilled in Ayrshire, Scotland. Our unusual distillation process combined with our oddly delicious set of infusions yields a one-of-a-kind gin that is passionately loved by a tiny yet growing handful of individuals all over the world. No other gin tastes like it because no other gin is made like it. It is ridiculously good--Mr. Plummer seems to be as well.

Once again following DNA 's lead ( There are worse things! ). Here's one hearty Israeli meal. Both recipes were pilfered from the internet, but given something of a Column of Life treatment. Grilled Flank Steak Flank Steak, one kilo or two pounds Peperoncino (Red Pepper) crushed, teaspoon or so Espresso Coffee, ground, two teaspoons Mustard, dry, one half teaspoon Coriander, ground, one half teaspoon, Black Pepper and Sea Salt 1. Combine the ingredients 2. Rub over the flank steak. 3. Grill about ten minutes each side 4. Slice and serve Avi's pictorial presence reminds the cook about what rubbing beef is all about. Israeli Couscous Salad Chicken or Vegetable broth, two cups Israeli Couscous, one cup Extra Virgin olive oil Sea salt, Ground Pepper Black Beans, cooked, 500 grams/one pound Red Bell Pepper, chopped, three quarter cup Yellow Bell Pepper, chopped, three quarter cup Red Onion, chopped, one quarter cup Scallions, three, chopped Cilantro, chopped, one half cup Peper...

Time to really get up now. A real eye opener, if ever there was one. Well, the exceptional Jakub has been here before. Well, if DNA can fall for him again, so can we.

OK,no one is sure what young Ryan was thinking, but what the hay! It's right up there with Jason Stackhouse impersonating Bacchus.

Summer will not be over by any means although it may be the weekend after Labor Day. The Bike Stop is an old stalwart of the gay scene in Center City Philly. Come on out. Sunday, September 13 -- 4-8pm "Bear-A-Oke" A joint fund-raiser for DAB the AIDs Bear and Philadelphia's Mazzoni Center. The Bike Stop is at 206 S. Quince St.(right around the corner from the Forrest Theater. Sing for your supper and get a bear hug while you're at it. Call: 212.938.2045 PayPal Donations accepted. Call for email account.

The show's thoroughly enjoyable and completely gratuitous scene when Ford drenches himself in water a la Hugh Jackman clearly panders to its new standing as the gayest of all Daytime shows. In case anyone was wondering where Mr. Gregory popped up before, check out the Airborne commercial. More about him here at the QTC Blogzine.

Main Entry: health Pronunciation: \ˈhelth also ˈheltth\ Function: noun Usage: often attributive Etymology: Middle English helthe, from Old English hǣlth, from hāl Date: before 12th century 1 a : the condition of being sound in body, mind, or spirit; especially : freedom from physical disease or pain b : the general condition of the body 2 a : flourishing condition : well-being b : general condition or state 3 : a toast to someone's health or prosperity Emmy Award winning New York native Kristoff St. John has been an integral part of The Young and the Restless as Neil Winters for more than a few years. In 1992, St. John won his first Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series. In 2008, Mr. St. John won his second Emmy, as Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series. Over the years, he has also won numerous NAACP Image Awards. Mr. St. John is an avid supporter of animal rights an active member of PETA . An active spokesman for the Juvenile Diabetes Found...

Back when Liza Colby wanted Dr. Jake Martin to father her child on All My Children , there was no discussion regarding the wherefore. At the time the character inhabited the fetching frame of Michael Lowry. Every womb bearing individual would certainly have made the same choice. As a matter of fact many non-womb bearing types would have paid for the honor to attempt that conception. Now that One Life to Live has become the most watchable Daytime serial drama, the show has upped the ante with the addition of Mr. Lowry as Ross Rayburn. Recent episodes have burned with anticipation of the character's arrival by the intense scenes between Tea Delgado (Florencia Lozano) and Elijah Clark (Matt Walton). Lozano and Walton got something going on with their connection. Walton has been memorable in his supporting role. What makes it more memorable is that we can't wait to be treated to Mr. Lowry's return as Ross because of what transpires between Tea and Elijah. This is the third tim...

Much ado is made about full moons and the mayhem that ensues surrounding them. Full moons are actually that period of growth that brings everything to the fore and not necessarily evil. It is the dark of the moon that is deceitful and not the time for setting things in motion. As moonconnection.com explains: "...the new moon occurs when the moon is positioned between the earth and sun. The three objects are in approximate alignment (why "approximate" is explained below). The entire illuminated portion of the moon is on the back side of the moon, the half that we cannot see. At a full moon, the earth, moon, and sun are in approximate alignment, just as the new moon, but the moon is on the opposite side of the earth, so the entire sunlit part of the moon is facing us. The shadowed portion is entirely hidden from view. The first quarter and third quarter moons (both often called a "half moon"), happen when the moon is at a 90 degree angle with respect to the earth...

True Love Ways (Buddy Holly) Yes you know why Why you and I Will by and by Know true love ways. Sometimes we'll sigh Sometimes we'll cry And we'll know why Just you and I Know true love ways. Throughout the days Our true love ways Will bring us joy to share With those who really care. Sometimes we'll sigh Sometimes we'll cry And we'll know why Just you and I Know true love ways. Throughout the days Our true love ways Will bring us joy to share With those who really care. Sometimes we'll sigh Sometimes we'll cry And we'll know why Just you and I Know true love ways. Non gender specific love song for the gay brethren. "We can conquer the world."

Hey, if anyone should tuck you in let it be John Pizzo. If the folks over at DNA had any sense, John would be the mate of the month.

Remember in the previous post, when you were instructed to forget the mayo for once. Well, bring it back. This recipe is from Gourmet August 2009. Tonnato sauce is traditionally used for cold veal roast and is classic Italian summertime eating. This sauce was touted as a summertime no-cook for pasta. Un po' di fantasia ! 1 (6-to 8-ounces) can light tuna packed in olive oil (preferably Italian) 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup drained capers, divided 4 flat anchovy fillets 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons water 5 ounces baby arugula (12 cups) Accompaniment: 1 pound thin linguine, cooked and drained, reserving 1 cup cooking water Preparation: Purée tuna with oil from can, mayonnaise, olive oil, 3 tablespoon capers, anchovies, lemon juice, and water in a blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Coarsely chop remaining tablespoon capers. Toss hot linguine with sauce, arugula, and capers. Thin with some of cooking water. This was also fou...

Insalata di Fagioli e Tonno Forget the mayo for once. This comes from the September issue of Food & Wine . It is an excellent variation on the classic Italian dish. Tuna & White Bean Salad with Herb-Caper Pesto Garlic, one clove Parsley, flat leaf, one half cup packed Basil leaves, one quarter cup Oregano leaves, one and a half tablespoons Capers, one quarter cup, drained Pine Nuts, two tablespoons Olive Oil, extra virgin, one quarter cup Lemon Juice, fresh, one teaspoon Coarse salt, Ground Black Pepper Imported Italian Tuna, twenty one ounces, packed in olive oil, drained Cannellini beans, cooked, one pound/500 grams Belgian Endive, thin slices, crosswise 1. Process the garlic, basil, parsley and oregano until coarsely chopped and blended. 2. Add capers and pine nuts, pulse until coarsely chopped. 3. Add olive oil and lemon juice until pesto comes together, but still chunky. Salt. Pepper. 4. Break up the tuna in a large bowl, add beans and endive. 5. Toss everything with the ...

Forget the navel. There are so many other things to contemplate.

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