saraffina

@saraffina (30)

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what is your latest book readed ??

lethalsource @lethalsource (217) • Romania 14 Feb 07

do you read oftenly?? if you do can you give me a good author that you have read it recently ??

books

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saraffina A good author that I have recently discovered is Gregory Maguire. He takes fairy tales like Cinderella, Snow White and Wizard of Oz and rewrites them. Usually from the point of view of one of the traditionally unpopular characters. His writing in almost in the...

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Anyone run into a dangerous animal while hiking?

Leon70 @Leon70 (21) • United States 10 Feb 07

Bears, cats, badgers, squirrels? Give me your story.

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saraffina I have been on too many hikes to count and I have only twice encountered what could be considered dangerous animals. One time while hiking in Cupertino, CA at Rancho San Antonio I saw a baby rattlesnake on the side of the trail. I have heard that these are...

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Claire ... Petrelli ...

JJLoa44 @JJLoa44 (346) • Canada 14 Feb 07

Okay. So I'm wondering. What do you think Nathan's reaction will be when he realizes that the 'cheerleader' his brother went to save, the one he tried to stop Peter from going to save ... was actually his own daughter? And...

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saraffina Interesting question. I think that Nathan will still want to keep as much distance from her as possible. I think he is very self-centered and probably would not have felt very guilty if he had stopped Peter and she was killed and later he found out that she...

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Last Pink Floyd tour

saraffina @saraffina (30) • United States 11 Feb 07

Did anyone attend the last tour of Pink Floyd in 1994? I had such a great time, I think that was the best day of my life. I will always keep the memory with me of all of the adults standing up around me and shouting along to...

94 pink floyd concert

disco ball

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saraffina Yes, it was the concert tour in 94, although the concert I attended was in Oakland, CA. I was tempted to go see David Gilmour and Roger Waters this past year, but the ticket prices were outrageous and they didnt play anywhere near where I live. If they all got...

14 Feb 07

Shadow of the Wind

mshmsho @mshmsho (118) • Germany 18 Dec 06

Has anybody here read 'The Shadow of the Wind'?? what do you think about it?

shadow of the wind

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saraffina I love that book. It is my most favorite book right now. I recommend it to everyone. It has such a great and interesting plot.

12 Feb 07

The last book You've read

kulanuwun @kulanuwun (1404) • Indonesia 12 Feb 07

I have read Marketing Genius by Peter Fisk, thats a big inspirating Marketing books that I have read. What is the last book you have read? Please share a little of resume

reading

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saraffina The last book I read was The Ugly Stepsister by Gregory Maguire. I love all of his books. He rewrites fairy tales, usually from the perspective of a traditionally unpopular character. He is one of my favorite authors.

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Green Party

saraffina @saraffina (30) • United States 12 Feb 07

Are there any other Greens on here? It seems that the Green viewpoint is sorely lacking in these political discussions.

politics

In 2003 The Dixie Chicks said they were ashamed the president was from Texas

flagbabygirl @flagbabygirl (891) • United States 7 Feb 07

Do you think It's Ironic now that most of the United States Would agree with them? I think its funny how people are judged for their opinion until that opinion comes true! When this whole debate came out in 2003 I rallied around...

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saraffina I agree completely. I was outraged at the reaction to the Dixie Chicks. They are artists,and somehow our society got to the scary place of attempting to censor them, of course not everyone felt that way, but many people did. It is frustrating to me that just a...

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Which do u think is the best BAND ever........????

xxchrisxx @xxchrisxx (63) • India 11 Feb 07

what in ur openion is the best band......?? whatever genre it is......!!

band

best

ever

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saraffina The best band ever is Pink Floyd. Their music has so much depth and feeling. The best solo artist is Bob Dylan.

11 Feb 07

Help with suggestions please.

jhrcsr @jhrcsr (348) • United States 11 Feb 07

flea markets

people

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saraffina As a teacher, I am always looking for cheap used games and books. Hope that helps.

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Can Obama rely on majority of votes from the black community?

asteriskec @asteriskec (1074) • Philippines 11 Feb 07

Do you think Senator Obama can rely heavily on the black community for majority of votes? Or do you think that not all black folks would instantly vote for him?

barack obama

democrat

presidential candidacy

presidential nomination

senator obama

us presidency

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saraffina Ever since reading Obama's memoirs I have hoped that he would someday run for president. I did not think it would be this soon, but I say more power to him. I think he should go for it and I think he will get a lot of support from the black community, but also...

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Sedona vs Grand Canyon

saraffina @saraffina (30) • United States 11 Feb 07

I recently visited Sedona and the Grand Canyon and I found myself more drawn to Sedona. It is impossible to deny the beuty of either of these places, but I feel that I am probably in the minority in preferring Sedona. What do you...

sedona vs grand canyon

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The beauty of sedona, and it's magickal vortex

saralee1 @saralee1 (1983) • United States 3 Feb 07

The beauty of Sedona is impassible if you are touring from Phoenix to Flagstaff, or vice versa. a bit off of the freeway, when you travel down the narrow one lane road to sedona, the Bell Rock with it's crisp red tones in...

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saraffina If you do go to Jerome, make sure to find the little restaurant that advertises their strawberry pie. It is to die for. I apologize that I do not remember the name of it, but you will see it in town, they have a big sign in front.

11 Feb 07

is scoliosis painful?curable?

123456_ @123456_ (1052) • Philippines 24 Dec 06

according to wikipedia, Scoliosis is a condition that involves complex lateral and rotational curvature and deformity of the spine. It is typically classified as congenital (caused by vertebral anomalies present at birth),...

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saraffina I was diagnosed with scoliosis when I was only about 10 and I am now 28. I started Chiropractic care when I was 14 and continue to see a Chiropractor twice a month. It has eliminated most of my back pain. Although I notice that when I stand in certain postions...

11 Feb 07

Good teacher books

saraffina @saraffina (30) • United States 11 Feb 07

I am an avid reader and I am looking for some new teacher books. I was wondering if you could suggest some good books that have to do with classroom management, diversifying instruction or instructing English Language Learners....

classroom management

teacher books

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New teacher needs advice

saraffina @saraffina (30) • United States 11 Feb 07

I just earned my teaching credential and I am getting ready to start applying and interviewing for teaching positions. Do you have any advice for getting a job in a very competitive school district?

new teacher advice

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Party Ideas for 60s theme

jrs404 @jrs404 (32) • Philippines 10 Feb 07

We are preparing for my mom's birthday party and the theme is 60s. We are looking for a band who can perform 60s music. What other party ideas can you recommend?

party

party ideas

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saraffina We had a 60s theme party for one of my friend's birthdays and we called it an Atomic Cocktail Party. It was really fun. Everyone dressed up of course and we served all sorts of cocktails.

11 Feb 07

Clerks 1 or 2?

saraffina @saraffina (30) • United States 11 Feb 07

Which movie did you like better and why?

clerks 1 or 2

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saraffina I have to say that I agree with you. The first one is a classic.

11 Feb 07

What's with the number 7 ?

viduviduvidu @viduviduvidu (293) • United States 18 Sep 08

Do you think there is anything cosmic about the number 7 ? There are 7 continents, 7 seas, 7 colors int he rainbow, 7 musical notes ... I really wonder...

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saraffina Do you think there is anything cosmic about the number 7 ? There are 7 continents, 7 seas, 7 colors int he rainbow, 7 musical notes ... I really wonder...

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Nashville Skyline

saraffina @saraffina (30) • United States 11 Feb 07

Has anyone listened to Nashville Skyline? It is one of my most favorite Dylan albums. This album is a collaboration between Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan. If you are a fan and you havent heard this album, it is definitely worth...

skyline

bob dylan

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