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Main Entry: 2charm Function: verb Date: 14th century transitive verb 1 a : to affect by or as if by magic : compel b : to please, soothe, or delight by compelling attraction 2 : to endow with or as if with supernatural powers by means of charms; also : to protect by or as if by spells, charms, or supernatural influences 3 : to control (an animal) typically by charms (as the playing of music) intransitive verb 1 : to practice magic and enchantment 2 : to have the effect of a charm : fascinate From Soap Opera Digest: Greg Vaughan, a self-proclaimed mama's boy, was born and raised in Dallas. While in high school, he began modeling to raise a few bucks. Upon graduation, however, a top modeling agency in Milan came calling, and Vaughan headed to the runways of Italy. There, he booked a campaign for legendary designer Giorgio Armani. That was soon followed with work on the Gianni Versace Versus campaign and jobs on high-profile campaigns for Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren and Banana Repub...

The beauty of Thom Bierdz is that he has evolved from a TV teen heartthrob into a consummate artist. The journey has taken him beyond tragedy and into a new life as an award winning author and a recipient of the Thalians' "Key to the Light" award. What this says about him is that he is a survivor and a survivor is exactly what this event calls for. On his coming out of the closet: "I'm no hero here because I did not come out when my career was going strong and I could have made an impact. I came out when my career was at its lowest and I did it for sanity -- my sanity in order to make my world mesh with the 'real' world, I had to find equilibrium. I had to find my truth and stand for all that I am. And a big part of me is being gay. I've have always been more comfortable in the gay world." Well, Thom is back on The Young and The Restless in a landmark return. He may not be a hero in his own mind, but this brave and gentle soul's life has ev...

Brandon Barash is armed with a certain kind of panache that could not but give bright life to one of General Hospital 's many bad boys, Johnny Zacchara. Brandon fell in love with acting while still in high school and this love for his craft has blessed us with his presence on television from The Gilmore Girls to 24 , NCIS and now General Hospital . His dedication to Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is well known and indicates a dedicated and kind individual. He has actually found time for POZ 's efforts to raise funds for AIDS Walk Los Angeles. This is his second year in a row that he will be with the event. Many will be looking foward to his appearance in the company of co-star Lisa LoCicero. His fans will get the chance to greet the disarmingly charming Mr. Barash at Hollywood's H-Wood. Go here to get details about the event.

This native of Eugene, Oregon is also a native of the very intuitive and creative sign of Pisces who admits to having a crazy imagination since childhood. Still he didn’t seriously consider acting until much later. Instead, he played sports in high school and earned small scholarships to several colleges for track. However, upon graduating he opted to forsake higher education in favor of heading to New York when a modeling agency offered him work in the fashion industry. Although it paid the bills, Beemer felt unfulfilled by the strike-a-pose scene and began taking acting. His legions of fans are very happy that he did. No sooner did he leave the hour glass town of Salem on Days of Our Lives than he landed on The Bold & The Beautiful . Bold and beautiful indeed! Having this talented young man with us for the second year in a row will make it more than memorable, a landmark evening with a good man for a good cause. Visit his official site here ! The strikingly beautiful Nadia Bjor...

Early to bed and early to rise, so to speak.

This is a main course you are bound to remember!

This is a re-worked version of a recipe found on the internet. This is what you need to carb up for a vigorous workout or a day when a lot of sexual activity is scheduled. This is also a great recipe for the cooler days that are bound to come. Rigatoni, one pound/500 grams, cooked al dente Extra Virgin Olive Oil, three quarter cup Garlic, twelve cloves Fresh Basil, small bunch, chopped, Red Onion, one medium, sliced and caramelized Potatoes, six medium, cooked and cubed Sea Salt, one teaspoon Ground Black Pepper, one teaspoon Butter, unsalted, Broccoli or Broccoli di Rape, and/or Cauliflower, steamed, one pound Asiago Cheese, one cup Rosemary, Fresh Sprigs 1. In a heavy skillet heat oil and add halved cloves of garlic Saute until golden. 2. Add onion 3. Add potatoes and vegetables and toss gently. 4. Pour sauce over pasta, add pepper, parmesan cheese and work through with a bit of the butter. 5. Rosemary for garnish Enhancing this hearty dish are pics of young Joshua Stevenson

If there is anyone who can carry off the ominous character of Olivia Falconeri it is the formidable actress Lisa LoCicero. The natural beauty has been on screens big and small for the last fifteen years. She has been on three ABC Daytime Serials. Seems at least in this case the Alphabet Network is taking advantage of a good thing. The Michigan native is once again part of the AIDS Walk Los Angeles launch party sponsored by POZ magazine. About.com has this to say: Beautiful, sexy, but tough, Lisa LoCicero started in daytime as Jocelyn Roberts Brown on Loving in its final season, and then stayed with the character when the show was spun off as The City . When The City ended in 1997, she moved into film ( The Family Man , Rush Hour 2 ) and television roles... In 2001, after [the birth of her son] she took a small break, doing voice overs. From 2004-2007, she played the role of Maria Storm in the series Reno 911! In 2004, she also appeared on One Life to Live as Sonia Toledo Santi. In ...

First there was this-- link Then there was this: "The first kiss of the movie was out on Haight Street, with, like, 200 people watching, outside. I'm sure in the end it will be a really cool shot, but it starts close and then it takes maybe a minute. That's a long time on film with everybody watching, and, like, a fake moustache getting in your mouth. It was long enough that you couldn't help but thinking, 'Oh, my God, I'm kissing Spicoli.'" James Franco in GQ Then there was this-- link Perhaps this is enough to make him an honorary member of our choir

Main Entry: ac·tiv·ism Pronunciation: \ˈak-ti-ˌvi-zəm\ Function: noun Date: 1915 : a doctrine or practice that emphasizes direct vigorous action especially in support of or opposition to one side of a controversial issue 727 15th Street NW, Washington DC 20005 (877)- ENDAIDS info@campaigntoendaids.org Equality To End AIDS October 10, 2009 HIV/AIDS Rally and Vigil “Young LGBT people attending the National Equality March need to continue the fight against HIV/AIDS,” says Cleve Jones HIV-positive speakers and performers to be featured, notably Sherri Lewis Media Contact: Diana Scholl; 917.402.2576/D.Scholl@housingworks.org Organizer Contact: Christine Campbell; 202.409.9786/Campbell@housingworks.org As tens of thousands of LGBT Americans and their allies converge on Washington next month to march for equal rights, they also will remind the nation and the LGBT community that the AIDS epidemic is not over as well as remember the more than half a million Americans who have died...

From Soaps.com For those who didn't know, prior to his role on One Life to Live , Mark's acting career started off with appearances on Cold Case in 2005 then his film debut in Breakdown , as Damon Hart in 2006, so he's been fortunate to dabble in a little bit of everything… film, Primetime and Daytime. "I just love to work. I look at all opportunities as a chance to try to do good work and to walk in someone else's shoes. That being said, I have never really done a proper feature ( Breakdown was a short film I did for a friend and I was only in for two seconds) so I don't have much experience there. I have to say though, starting with Cold Case , I have always loved television, as a different actor's medium because of the longevity it potentially offers the actor and the character. You can go so far and start to almost live a double life as your character. I love getting that deep. I'll get back to you after a film or two and see if things have change...

Mabon is very much like Thanksgiving. Most of the crops have been reaped and abundance is more noticeable than ever! Mabon is the time when we reap the fruits of our labor and lessons, both crops and experiences. It is a time of joy, to celebrate that which is passing (for why should we mourn the beauty of the year or dwindling sunlight?), looking joyously at the experience the year has shared with us. And it is a time to gaze into the bright future. We are reminded once again of the cyclic universe; endings are merely new beginnings.

This is a 2007 from Fullundie on Blogspot: "Up the Ladder to the Roof" opens the album with enticing voices and Frank Wilson's underappreciated first-class production. Right On is a textbook on how to come back from the brink of disaster. The Supremes achieved something the Doors, Big Brother & the Holding Company, Creedence Clearwater, the Guess Who, and so many others could not, go Top Ten and survive the loss of the star who the world recognized and assumed was the key element of their success. Even more stunning is that they did it two months before Diana Ross would go Top 20 with her first solo hit. Jean Terrell brought a terrific voice and new emotion to a group that would rack up eight Top 40 hits without Diana Ross. This is not your Holland-Dozier-Holland Supremes; Wilson creates a sublime stereo mix for the debut single, a wonderful-to-this-day headphone mix with sounds swirling left and right. The follow-up single, "Everybody's Got the Right to Lov...

Bound to take the edge off and bring you some sweet rest.

More like a three course meal with JP Calderon for starters, followed up with Matt Stone and young David.

In spite of Column of Life's plush surroundings, there are no in house photographers. Today's recipes are in house recipes and photography is "gleaend" fomr the internet. We are serving up timely favourites. This first course has evolved over the years and its current version is a big hit. Every Italo-Americano household has experienced maccheroni with tuna. It is one of the staples of the Friday evening meal. It's simple and to the point. Reinventing it is very satisfying. Pasta al Tonno alla Giano Garlic, two cloves, chopped Onion, one small red, chopped Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tuna, about a cup (imported Italian tonno in olive oil is good, or a portion of a grilled steak) Anchovy Paste, one tablespoon Grappa Grape Tomatoes, cut in half, one cup Roasted Peppers, chopped, one cup Tomato Puree (or even a hearty tomato soup), half cup Roasted Pepper puree, half cup Thyme Basil Whole Grain Pasta, 500 grams or one pound 1. There is a short cut that you can take regard...

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Go here to donate directly to the team . Fund-Raiser for 25th Annual AIDS Walk Los Angeles POZ ’s THIRD ANNUAL AIDS WALK LOS ANGELES FUNDRAISER COMES TO H-WOOD IN HOLLYWOOD ON THURSDAY OCTOBER 15 FROM 6:00-9:00 PM New York, New York (July 14, 2009)—POZ is pleased to announce the date of the Third annual fundraiser for the 25th Annual AIDS Walk Los Angeles , Love Out Loud West , on Thursday October 15, 2009 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at H-Wood in Hollywood. Special guests scheduled to appear include actress Ilene Kristen ( One Life to Live ), Sherri Lewis ( Straight Girl in a Queer World , Divas Simply Singing ) , Anne Walker ( Sordid Lives ), Stacy Haiduk (T he Young & the Restless ), Taylor Spreitler ( Days of Our Lives ), Eileen Davidson ( The Young and The Restless ), Patrika Darbo ( Days of Our Lives and Charlie Wilson’s War ), Sean Kanan ( The Young and The Restless ), Kate Linder ( The Young and The Restless ), Ted Detwiler ( Sordid Lives ), David Moretti ( The Lair ), designer An...