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#26- AubreyJ’s Energy Update Report - December 20, 2009

AubreyJ.org | December 20th 2009

AubreyJ’s Latest Energy Update ReportWorld has Oil-Supply Threats in Iraq and Nigeria yet Oil Price Increases Kept to a MinimumSunday, December 20, 2009.File photo by DoE.* The Wall Street Journal brings us the following energy report that starts o read more

aptharsia

1857 Greek Revival, New Orleans, LA

Old House Dreamer | December 20th 2009 by Kelly

2127 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA – $4.999 Million 13 bedroom, 14 full and 4 half bathrooms, 13,000 square feet. “One of the most celebrated and opulent of the unique raised cottage…” Known as Magnolia Mansion Bed & Brea read more

Vicksburg CBC: Exciting waterbirds abound

Search and Serendipity: A Birder's Blog | December 20th 2009

VICKSBURG, MISS. — Yesterday, Bruce Reid, Blaine Elliott, and I birded a small but very productive section of the Vicksburg Christmas Bird Count circle. We were joined at various times by John and Len Carpenter and by The Vicksburg Post’s read more

truebloodndallas

Authors put Louisiana in the spotlight in 2009

Loving True Blood in Dallas | December 20th 2009 by Dallas

The year brought dozens of wonderful books from Louisiana authors — and those outside the state writing about Louisiana. Here are a few of the year's literary highlights:Self-taught writer Louis Maistros created a dark, fascinating tale of death an read more

highlowfooddrink

Foodbuzz 24, 24, 24: Creole Christmas in Canada

High/Low Food/Drink | December 20th 2009 by High Low Food Drink

Every year, my girlfriends and I try to get together to catch up over the holidays.  A few years ago we decided to stop buying Christmas gifts for each other and instead spend a nice meal together.  After all, what's better than the gift of read more

dotartdude

Flash Flooding

pic journal | December 19th 2009 by Mo

For several days it rained in the New Orleans area. Because the ground was already saturated with water, many areas were flooding. Last Monday night this was the scene on my street. read more

kango

America’s Top 5 New Year’s Eve Travel Destinations

Official Kango Blog | December 19th 2009 by Elliott Ng

What are the top New Year's Eve travel destinations in the USA? New Year’s Eve is just around the corner and the entire world will be celebrating with fireworks and oversized clocks counting down the last few minutes of 2009. Where will yo read more

wildcherry

The Happiest States in United States

Blogoncherry Travel | December 18th 2009 by WildCherry

Ever wonder where you would want to stay in the United States to make yourself content with peace and happiness? Florida and two other sunshine states made it to the Top 5, while Minnesota doesn’t show up until number 26 on the list of happiest read more

cooktobang

KINKY PINKY LADY

COOK TO BANG | December 18th 2009 by Spencer

Riding dirty is the Southern way.  At least that is what I learned on my most recent visit to New Orleans.  I befriended a Southern belle boozing it up with absinthe at a vampire bar down a dark alley.  She did not believe that I was a master of d read more

BrooklynNomad

Send Me Somewhere Results – Week Seven

The Brooklyn Nomad | December 17th 2009 by Andrew

…and then there were two. After seven weeks of voting for where to send me on my next trip, only two cities remain. If you have been following the voting each week than it should come as no surprise that both Montreal and New Orleans are now in read more

divainacarryon

have a creole cottage christmas …

diva in a carry on | December 17th 2009 by dana harrison-tidwell, editor

    hailed by the press as new orleans’ finest small hotel since it opened in 1983, the history of soniat house dates to the 1830s, when it was built as a series of private homes... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we read more

CCGroovy

CHRIS HENRY has PASSED AWAY Due to HEAD INJURIES!!!

CRAZY...COOL...GROOVY!!! | December 17th 2009 by CCGroovy

CINCINNATI, OH -— CINCINNATI BENGALS Wide Receiver CHRIS HENRY died THURSADY, after a domestic dispute in CHARLOTTE,NC.Police said Henry and his fiancée, LOLEINI TONGA, who lives in the area, had been arguing in the 800 block of Peachtree Road whe read more

usastar

Louisiana I-10 Lane Closure

511enews - News for the Highway Traveler | December 17th 2009 by USAStar

LAPLACE - Because of inclement weather conditions, the schedule for a lane closure on eastbound Interstate 10 has been modified. read the full story… read more

hotsaucedaily

Louisiana Gold Pepper Sauce – Hot Sauce Review

HotSauceDaily | December 17th 2009 by Brian Meagher

New Premium Hot Sauces from Louisiana Brand We all know the familiar bottle with the Red Dot saying “One Drop Does It”® on the Original Louisiana Brand Hot Sauce – your basic cayenne pepper, vinegar and salt hot sauce. They’ read more

liam25

Updates on the Race: 12-16-2009

The Education Optimists | December 16th 2009 by Liam Goldrick

NATIONALIs Race to Top an Urban Game? (Education Week Politics K-12 Blog)Some state officials have a sneaking suspicion that Race to the Top is an urban state's game and that has made some question whether they should apply, at least in Round 1. For read more

rss41

What to look for in a wooden porch swing.

Discover Some Of The Causes Of Tinnitus | December 16th 2009 by Rudy Silva

Before buying a wooden porch swing, it’s important to make sure that the swing you are buying meets a number of important criteria. Here is a list of what you should look for in a swing, along with some reasons why it’s important. Hand M read more

shaleplays

Haynesville Shale - December Lease Results

Haynesville Shale | December 16th 2009 by EJ

The State Mineral and Energy Board of Louisiana conducts monthly leases of mineral rights on public lands in the state. The latest results for the December 2009 leases show an upturn in payments for mineral rights in the Haynesville Shale.... read more

vparlant

I'm Sick of All This Rain in Louisiana

Whose Shoes Are These Anyway? | December 15th 2009 by Verite Parlant

The rain has been beating us for days, and I'm sick of it. So, Randy Newman's classic Louisiana 1927 is on my mind. Louisiana, Louisiana: They're trying to wash us away."Any mayoral candidates willing to promise only rain when we want it? New Or read more

dotartdude

Reflected Oaks

pic journal | December 15th 2009 by Mo

For a number of days it has rained steadily. The ground has been saturated with water. Several parts of town have been flooded. I was driving in the back area of Audubon Park near the stables, when I saw these oaks reflected in pools of water. read more

FrwrdMvmnt

David vs. Goliath: Even New Lawyers Can Change the World

Forward Movement | December 14th 2009 by Sls

Everyone has a different reason for going to law school. Many see it as a generalist degree on the way to a career in business, journalism, writing, or teaching. Others are lured by the prospect of prestige, wealth, or at least job security. Then the read more

liam25

Updates on the Race: 12-14-2009

The Education Optimists | December 14th 2009 by Liam Goldrick

NATIONAL:Who Would Have Guessed The Race Would Look Like This? (Democrats for Education Reform)36 States to Apply in Round 1 (Education Week Politics K-12 blog)CALIFORNIA:Campaign cash from charters driving Governor's, state's goals? (Contra Costa Ti read more

Wolfy

The "Traveling Dark Cloud of Doom" remains firmly in pl…

Flowing Waters | December 14th 2009 by Joe

Last week I was in Louisiana for a day and a half on business. Our plans were to stay at the house of an older gentleman who is a FANATIC bass fisherman, and possibly (probably?) sneak out and catch some fall bass. The most astute of you will realize read more

datingchristian

Hello All….. #DenhamSprings #Louisiana

Christian Dating for Christian Singles | December 14th 2009 by Lee Camp

Id : MsMiMiLAAge : 35Looking for : MenSex : FemaleCity : Denham SpringsState : LouisianaCountry : United States Click HERE to view full profile….. read more

eljay999

What assets does a wife have a right to in a divorce?

Divorce Options | December 12th 2009 by Len

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kissmygumbo

Local corruption

Kiss My Gumbo | December 12th 2009 by Greta Perry

Ask ANY resident of Mandeville if corruption exists in this once sleepy bedroom community and their answer is always the same – YES. Our own Mayor has resigned, is in hot water and may do some time in the pokey. Now comes the scramble for the C read more

liam25

Updates on the Race: 12-11-2009

The Education Optimists | December 12th 2009 by Liam Goldrick

NATIONAL:New Teacher-Evaluation Systems Face Obstacles (Education Week)ALABAMA: Governor touts charter schools (Andalusia Star-News)CALIFORNIA:Guvinator will 'veto' Assembly-passed RttT reform bill (San Diego Union-Tribune)Assembly passes reform bill read more

dotartdude

Final Photos from the Fly

pic journal | December 11th 2009 by Mo

Here are a few more shots taken from the shelter. read more

dotartdude

A View of the Mississippi River

pic journal | December 11th 2009 by Mo

To the right of the landing is a sidewalk with benches and lampposts. I walked on over to sheltered spot at the other end. There are benches inside it. read more

scrivenersretreat

Fuzzie Friends Rodeo

Scrivener's Retreat Handmade Ferret Toys | December 11th 2009 by Natalie Fontane

There is a new ferret show in town, the only one with Southern Hospitality. The Fuzzie Friends Rodeo is being held in Shreveport, LA on April 24, 2010 at the LaQuinta by the airport. It's being hosted by Nancy Sevier of Fuzzie Friends Rescue and Shel read more

ArtYouKnow

Doubletree Hotel New Orleans, 3 star

Hotel Directory, Reviews & Destination Information | December 10th 2009 by Denys

Enjoying a convenient location and providing extensive facilities, the Doubletree Hotel New Orleans will really make you feel at home more than home. LocationLocated directly across the street from Harrah’s Casino, the Doubletree Hotel is situa read more