July 4th Celebrations NH & northern MA

4th of July Celebration Schedule NH & N. MA
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We know how hard it is to find the time to put it all together, especially this year with the 4th being on a weekend. Seems like there is more going on and the celebration dates are all over the place. So we researched the info for you. All you have to do is visit our website, find the town you want to celebrate in and find it on the list. Some towns in both states have more to offer so we have more detail on them. For the NH towns - if you don’t see them in the top sections we have an alpha listing of the rest of the towns towards the bottom of the page. For Massachusetts we also have listed the activities going on in Boston for the people who want a little more excitement and aren’t afraid of the crowds and traffic.
So click this link and go directly to our 4th July Celebration page. http://www.applaudwomen.com/4thJuly.html.

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Shoe Sculpture Walk in Rochester, NH

Shoe Sculpture Walk in Rochester, NH
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I sent out a Linked In message looking for summer activities to add to the website. I’m so excited to have found a this walk around exhibit of Shoe Sculptures. Us ladies would much rather look at shoes then cows.

There are eleven in total, each one designed by a different artist with an accompanied poem. This one is my favorite of the three photos I have received.

For more information, check out our Summer Activities page at http://www.applaudwomen.com/Summeractivities_NH_MA.html

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Summer Activities in New Hampshire & Northern Massachusetts

Summer Activities in New Hampshire & Northern Massachusetts
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I recently read a blog with advice on planning your summer vacation. According to the blogger rather then choosing a place to travel to and then planning what to do, you should first decide what you want to do and then plan where to go. Here is what he has to say:

Has your family decided where they want to go on your summer vacation? You are not alone, most families have not yet decided where they want to go. It can be a very time consuming activity to discover that ideal vacation escape, so check out the options for your New Hampshire tourism. You will find various options and it certainly will not be a simple choice!

Good news, if you are thoughtful and take the commitment to do some planning, it will make your summer vacation easy and one of those “family events” that you will treasure forever. The most frequent mistake people make is first choosing a “destination.” The ideal vacations begin when you first select “what you want to do”! Do you want to go camping, tanning on a beach, playing and relaxing at a pool, or touring cultural or heritage locations? By deciding “what you want to do” to start with, you are off to the best start of selecting that perfect family tourism destination!

Now that you know “what you want to do” – you can sift through the various tourism destination regions and find those appealing attractions that you hope to go see or do. By spending a short time planning, you can also find those destinations that include a number of attractions that are interesting to both you and your whole family. Online destination guides are invaluable that can help you find comprehensive information about attractions that are more detailed than a simple attraction name and address. Since you know “what” you want to do and “where” you want to go, a legitimate high quality online New Hampshire travel brochure will provide you a quality article describing each attraction to help you make an educated decision about what you want to do and where you want to go.

Here are three New Hampshire vacation alternatives that you might want to consider:
Idea #1: The Fort At Number 4 in Charlestown, NH is a fun and educational attraction both kids and adults will enjoy visiting. The Fort is a re-created fortified village that exists in what was the most northerly British settlement in colonial times. The many buildings and structures at the fort and live interpreters illustrate the history of the period and give visitors a chance to experience what life here was like in the mid-1700s.

Idea #2: Wolfeboro Trolley Company Offers Two Fun Attractions. On your visit to New Hampshire’s beautiful Lakes Region, plan to spend a day or more at Wolfeboro. Wolfeboro is a picturesque village located on the southeastern shore of Lake Winnipesaukee. Wolfeboro Trolley Company offers two unique opportunities to tour the town and spend time on beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee.

Idea #3: The Millyard Museum - Manchester, New Hampshire. When you want to visit a museum that covers a long stretch of time in a certain area one that you will certainly want to see is the Millyard Museum where time from native peoples who fished at Amoskeag Falls 11,000 years ago to the 21st Century. The permanent exhibit, Woven in Time: 11,000 Years at Amoskeag Falls, will take you on a mental trip you can scarcely imagine.

As you can see, you have a significant choice of options available to your family when it is time to select that perfect family vacation getaway. Enjoy your chance to plan carefully what you want to do and where you want to go. Select a professional travel guide to help you on those perfect New Hampshire vacations. And you will know that you will experience a family vacation with a lifetime of memories.

I think he has some good suggestions here. We have several other suggestions for places to go on our website. So please check our Summer Activities pages at www.applaudwomen.com and if you would like to share some activities with us please e-mail applaud@comcast.net. For now these listings are free. We have tons of information and articles for women in New Hampshire and Northern Massachusetts e.g. Health, Parenting, Beauty, Fashion, Inspirational Women (both local, national and international, and listings of information including Restaurants, Weddings and Destinations.

“Just For the Girls” Activities in New Hamsphire

“Just For the Girls” Activities in New Hamsphire
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Lets face it we women need some female alone time. It’s great having our guys around but we just don’t communicate the same way. Sometimes we need to share some time with our female friends and family so we can share our experiences and feeling with the people who understand. So we have some great activities that you can do with your friends. Whether it’s sharing Art, Shopping, Dining, the Outdoors or that all important Spa time we have some great suggestions for you. To get our complete list visit our Summer Activities page or just click here: http://www.applaudwomen.com/NHGirlfriendGetaways.html.

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More Fun Activities this Week in NH & MA.

More Fun Activities this Week in NH & MA.
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If you’re looking for some Arts & Entertainment Activities this week there’s quite a lot available whether you’re in Concord, NH or Haverhill MA. Check some of these out.

MANCHESTER, NH. National Arts Program; 4th Annual City of Manchester Employees and Families Competition. Awards Ceremony - June 25, 2009. 4 - 5pmArtists Reception at Art on the Wall at City Hall Gallery in conjunction with Open Doors Manchester Trolley evening - 5:30-8:30pm.

CONCORD, NH. The Concord Arts market will be at 33 Capitol St. in Concord June 27th, July 11, July 25th, from 9am-3pm and at Eagle Square July 16, 17 and 18 from 9am-10pm.;Eagle Square becomes the market’s new home for the Fall season as well…more info is available at the market website: www.concordartsmarket.com.

HAMPTON BEACH, NH. Hampton Beach Master Sand Sculpting Competition June 13-28, 2009 Illuminated at Night thru June 28th

AMESBURY, MA. AMESBURY, MA,Lyrics & Laughter at the\Corner Kick Pub - June 25th. This is a new Open Mic. There’s lots of room for comics, poets and musical artists to showcase their talents.

HAVERHILL, MA. World Folk Art & Jewelry for You & your Home. Greyhound Fundraiser!!!A portion of all proceeds will go to Greyhound Friends.Wednesday, Jun. 24th 5 - 8PM..

For more details go to our Arts & Entertainment page in the Summer Activities Section or just click here. http://www.applaudwomen.com/ArtsEntertainment.html

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NH State Liquor Commission Announces Modernization Changes

NH State Liquor Commission Announces Modernization Changes
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Highlights of Modernization Act Provisions:

MANAGEMENT REORGANIZATION – New laws reorganize the management structure of the Commission to create three more accountable senior management areas: a division of marketing, merchandising, and warehousing; division of administration; and a division of enforcement and licensing.

CREATES AN ENTERPRISE FUND – New laws permit the Commission to operate more like a business by establishing it as an Enterprise Fund.

REDUCE LICENSING “RED TAPE” – Provision of new laws will allow the commission to simplify and streamline the existing process to obtain most licenses and will begin the process of consolidating the more than 50 license types.

AGENCY STORES EXPANSION – Permits the Commission to permit the sale of spirits in up to eight new grocery or convenience stores. It is the Commission’s intent to begin a limited pilot program of distribution expansion to access its effectiveness and to allow for community input.

NEW PRODUCTS – Permits the Commission to more readily purchase, and offer for sale, products related to wine and spirits such as gift baskets, cork screws, recycling bags, glasses, etc.

EASE RESTRICTIONS ON CHARITY/NON-PROFIT WINE TASTING EVENTS – A new license category can be used to ease the regulatory process of conducting charity wine tastings.

About the NH Liquor Commission
Founded in 1934, the NH Liquor Commission is celebrating its 75th Anniversary. New Hampshire is one of 18 Control States in the nation, where the government controls the distribution of alcoholic beverages as well as being responsible for the regulation of alcoholic beverages. The Liquor Commission operates 77 retail locations. Total sales for FY 2009 are expected to exceed $500 million – up 6% over the previous year. Total profits for the year are up 10%.

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Fun News From Hollywood Today

Posted by Chloe

I was really pleased to hear that one of my favorite Dancing With The Stars, stars, Melissa Rycroft has joined ABC News. According to ABC, Former Bachelor; and Dancing with the Stars; Contestant, Melissa Rycroft, Joined ABC’s; Good Morning America; As Special Contributor this morning. She certainly has bounced back after taking the boot from the Bachelor. You know what they say, when one door shuts, another opens - and another - and another. We applaud you Melissa.

Other great news, which actually came as a surprise to me, probably since there were no pregnancy sightings due to the twins coming by surrogate - is the birth of Sarah Jessica and Mathew Broderick’s new babies. I’m really curious about why they choose that route but you know, it really isn’t any of my business.

And, finally a real shocker - Mathew McConaughey will be a dad again and apparently he’s loving it. His son Levi is just 11 months old and partner Brazilian model Camila Alves is pregnant again.

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Portsmouth, NH A Destination for Summer, 2009

Well the weather is finally getting nice and we're thinking of places we would like to visit. One of my favorite places is Portsmouth, NH. So that's why we put together some information for you so that you would know where to go. Here's a few places from our list:



For Breakfast or Lunch for the whole family. Popovers: One word: temptation. How can you walk through the door and gaze at the exquisite display of delicacies made from scratch, with the freshest ingredients by talented chefs, and say "no"? Decadent cakes made on site, coffee, meals and of course dessert.  The favorite? You guessed it; popovers. (Part of Galley Hatch Hospitality Group).8 Congress St. Portsmouth, NH 03801. 603-431-1119.www.popoversonthesquare.com/.

And - shopping for the ladies. Somnia: This delightful store is artistry for bed and bath.  Luxurious bedding, home scents, baby-soft bath towels and jewelry. Unique, premium quality products are the focus, and samples are always available with a tremendous array of options. Best of its kind North of New York City! 107 Congress St, Portsmouth, NH 03801,(603) 433-7600. www.somnia.net/

And for the guys while their ladies are doing that shopping? The Rusty Hammer: You want a great burger and a beer? Come to the Hammer. They serve gigantic wimpys; loaded with your choice of toppings, sweet potato fries and other great American fare. Voted #1 in casual restaurant dining for three years running. Enough said! 49 Pleasant St. Portsmouth, NH 03801. 603.436.9289.www.therustyhammer.com.

And, last but not least don't miss out on the Children's Museum of Portsmouth or if you'd rather take the little ones shopping. Tree House Toys: Bring the kids or turn into a kid again yourself as you enter this magical play land. Puppets, games, plush toys and plastic collectibles are crammed into this charming toy store. Impossible to leave without a smile! 143 Market St., Portsmouth, NH USA. (603)433-8697. http://treehousetoys.us.

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An Inspirational Story

An Inspirational Story
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I was reading through my Google Alerts today and found this wonderful story on another blog. To give credit is was on Crista’s blog, location Utopia. And here is the story.

I like that story about the fellow who went to the pet store in search of a singing parakeet. Seems he was a bachelor and his house was too quiet. The store owner had just the bird for him, so the man bought it. The next day the bachelor came home from work to a house full of music. He went to the cage to feed the bird and noticed for the first time that the parakeet had only one leg.

He felt cheated that he’d been sold a one-legged bird, so he called and complained.

“What do you want,” the store owner responded, “a bird who can sing or a bird who can dance?”
Good question for times of disappointment.

From Let the Journey Begin: God’s Roadmap for New Beginnings © (J Countryman 2009) Max Lucado

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Two Sides of Being Alone

These past weeks have been such a struggle between loneliness and wanting to be alone. How does that make sense? One moment I am enjoying my freedom, the space to be just me. I turn up the music very loudly and dance around the room as if no one is watching me. Then it occurs to me that no one is watching me since I am all alone. Oh the sadness of it all!

Another day, I revel in how much I am enjoying plastering posters on all the walls as I sketch out new designs for my dream house, adding details as inspiration strikes me. Then sadness once again seeps in as I wonder if I will live in it by myself. Then I perk up as I affirm how joyful it is that I could build a home totally to my own specifications without having to consider another’s opinion. In another moment, I want someone else’s ideas to flow with mine.

Oh the bother of it all! Why can’t I just enjoy being alone? I am told this is a wonderful time for me to really enjoy my life. I can spend time with friends, do whatever I want, and discover my true essence. Although, I am not sure I really want to know what that is. I am afraid I may like that Sadie even less than I am liking this one.

Of course, Lindy tells me that I may like that Sadie even more, and that I am terrified of that possibility. I laugh at the absurdity of that. Yet, when I am in the throes of despair, as I often seem to be, I wonder, could she be right?

Sadie Jackson, a fictional heroine, is back on the dating scene for the third time. After two trial marriages, she is bound and determined to get it right.She can be nauseatingly optimistic and enjoys recounting her dating experiences with humor and compassion.Follow her dating escapades in this work of fiction that will be updated on a regular basis. For more of Sadie's escapades, go to http://cherivalentine.squarespace.com/sadie/

15 Relationship Mistakes Women Make

Just found the awesome article on Yahoo's Shine with the 15 Relationship Mistakes that Women. make and added to our Dating page.For the full article click here. http://www.applaudwomen.com/Dating.html

Here's an excerpt:It's said that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. So, yes, we know that snooping around our S.O.'s email account is a bad idea and that believing in the fairy-tale love stories we grew up reading is silly, but sometimes we find ourselves giving these relationship moves the ol' college try! The results? Not so successful. Plus, we start to feel unbalanced, and perhaps rightly so.

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Making Faces - Local Business Gets Great Write up on Seacoastonline

Making Faces which carries 20 National Beauty lines and caters to the whole family recently got a fabulous write up on Seacoastonline.com. Read about there exciting new offering in full by following the link on our Beauty page under there logo at: http://www.applaudwomen.com/NH_MA_Beauty.html.

Just to get you interested we’ve included the beginning here:.

From Seacoastonline.com

Making Faces making faces for you
Firm now offers home parties

PORTSMOUTH, NH — Making Faces is now making faces in your own living room.
Seven years old this year and incredibly successful, Making Faces is offering a new and fun service to its patrons.

“We have just begun launching home parties,” said Annie Loomis, owner of the two Making Faces stores. “We started a few weeks ago to a small group to see if they liked the concept. They did and it’s full speed ahead.”

The concept is not a new one, but a new one for Making Faces. The hostess of the party lets the Making Faces teams into her home and invites some friends. They do this at-home party only on Thursdays or by special arrangement.

“It’s a different sort of delivery,” said Loomis. “The party is from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. and we practically bring the whole store to the home.”

The at-home parties offer a skin clinic for education and the 10 commandments of skin care is explained in detail. Two of the Making Faces staff give each attendee a five-minute one-on-one for makeup. It runs the gamut from skin bronzers to makeup and more. Lots more.

“There is no charge,” said Loomis. “Anyone interested should call the store for more information.”

NAME: Making Faces, ADDRESS: 65 Bow St., Portsmouth, PHONE: 427-5454
HOURS: Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.At a glance:
NAME: Making Faces, ADDRESS: 65 Bow St., Portsmouth, PHONE: 427-5454
HOURS: Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.

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Latest Entertainment News

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt may or may not be breaking up depending on which tabloid you read. It's been my experience that when rumors start surfacing there is trouble brewing. I"m a Jennifer Aniston fan myself so I'd be happy to see the home wrecker ditched. I did hear that it was the other way around though.

Did a glitch or scam on UTube cause Susan Boyle to come in second in Britain's Got Talent when she really should have won? Noone will except responsibility for it but her supporters do report that they tried to get through on phone lines and couldn't. And, apparently the dance group won with less then a 5% difference in scores.

Susan Boyle is resting and being visited by her cat. Simon Cowell is adamant that Susan Boyle will be on tour if and when she is feeling up to it.Amanda Holden, another of the BGT judges stated that Susan's not winning was probably a blessing. Amanda said: "She has gone from a woman that nobody knew to worldwide fame. "For anybody in the business to handle that kind of stress is an enormous amount of pressure. I think she probably just crumbled under it. "She will just need some time to recuperate. It's probably a blessing she didn't win as it takes off some of the pressure. Perhaps now she can relax."---I sincerely hope that we can continue to hear Susan sing but that she has someone helping her deal with these pressures in the future. She is an exceptional talent and an inspiring woman.

Finally sad news from Bankok where David Carradine was scheduled to begin filming a movie. He was found dead in his hotel room after not showing up for dinner on Wednesday night. Apparently he committed suicide by hanging himself with a curtain cord. He was only 72. Police say that there were signs of a struggle but no other news is available at this point. He is one of those stars who is irreplaceable.

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Portsmouth, NH A Destination for Summer, 2009

If you're planning on making Portsmouth, NH a destination this summer check out our new Portsmouth page for places to go for the whole family, restaurants and lodging. Stay and buy local.

Here's Just a Taste

1. Anna Street: Cute, cute, cute handbags! Handmade and custom-made bags in different styles and sizes with over 200 fabrics and combinations to choose from. Many are reversible you yet get two bags in one. Great idea for bridesmaids or special gifts! 113 Market Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801, 603.433.BAGS (2247). www.annastreet.com

2 Tree House Toys: Bring the kids or turn into a kid again yourself as you enter this magical play land. Puppets, games, plush toys and plastic collectibles are crammed into this charming toy store. Impossible to leave without a smile! 143 Market St., Portsmouth, NH USA. (603)433-8697. http://treehousetoys.us.

3. Making Faces: This is the place North of Boston to find all those beauty goodies you see in magazines. Featuring NARS, Philosophy and Smashbox; lots more. Come in and try a few products to find what works best for you before leaving with your favorite. 65 Bow Street, Portsmouth, NH. 603-427-5454.

4. Ashley Victoria: Contemporary apparel for the seacoast featuring designers such as velvet, Billy Blues, Juicy Couture and more! Edgy, gorgeous clothing for the fashion forward. 33 Deer Street, Portsmouth, NH 0380. (603) 427-2400 www.deerstreet.com/ashleyandvictoria.htm

And For Dining - RISTORANTE MASSIMO 59 Penhallow St, Portsmouth; (603) 436-4000; www.anthonyalbertos.com. Ristorante Italiano elegance with personal service and warm ambiance. Entrees include halibut with sweet corn custard, pearl onions, fava beans and shallot fennel sauce, drizzled with Champagne vinaigrette. Reservations recommended. Entrees $15-$25.

And Lodging- Sheraton Harborside Hotel250 Market Street,Portsmouth, NH 03801. www.sheratonportsmouth.com/603.431.2300.

For more information and articles of interest to women in NH and MA visit us at www.applaudwomen.com

NH Governor John Lynch Nominates Carol Ann Conroy to State Supreme Court

According to a recent article by the Union Leader, Governor John Lynch as nominated Carol Ann Conboy of Bow to replace Justice Richard Galway on the State Supreme Court.

"As a Superior Court Judge Carol Ann Conboy has distinguished herself through her judicial temperament and in-depth knowledge of the law, more than proving her qualifications," Gov. Lynch said. "She has a diverse background, and brings to the courtroom a fair and balanced approach and an unwavering commitment to justice."

Her nomination must still be confirmed by the Executive Council

Per a Press Release from the State Judicial Counsel last October:
News From the NH Women's Bar Association:
Superior Court Justice Conboy to Receive Achievement Award

October 8, 2008-- The New Hampshire Women's Bar Association (NHWBA) has selected the Honorable Carol Ann Conboy to receive the 2008 Marilla M. Ricker Achievement Award. The award will be given to Judge Conboy at the NHWBA's annual Fall Reception on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, which will be held at the Centennial Inn in Concord from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.

The achievement award, which is named in honor of Marilla M. Ricker, the first woman to apply for admission to the New Hampshire bar, honors outstanding women lawyers in New Hampshire who have achieved professional excellence or paved the way to success for other women lawyers or advanced opportunities for women in the profession or performed exemplary public service on behalf of women.

Judge Conboy was nominated for this award for the many achievements she has accomplished in her career, which began as a federal court law clerk and continued as an associate and then partner in McLane, Graf, Raulerson and Middleton, where she concentrated on employment law litigation. She was appointed to the Superior Court bench by Governor Judd Gregg in 1992.

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NH's Dartmouth Medical Center Asst. Professor Nominated for Emmy

Respected Surgeon Receives Emmy Nomination

Dr. Andrew Ordon Co-Host of Innovative Medical Program

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., June 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Andrew Ordon, co-host of the syndicated talk show The Doctors, is pleased to announce that his program has been nominated for a 2009 Daytime Emmy Award in the Outstanding Talk Show/Informative category.

"We are so honored that the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has selected us for such a prestigious honor," says Ordon, an acclaimed plastic and reconstructive surgeon with private practices in Beverly Hills and Rancho Mirage, California. "Our show offers people the opportunity to conquer their fears by learning more about what modern medicine has to offer, and we are grateful that our efforts have been recognized in such a manner."

The Doctors, four practitioners with different specialties, are go-to sources for information on the latest medical breakthroughs and cutting-edge practices and procedures. Dr. Travis Stork, an E.R. physician, Dr. Lisa Masterson, an obstetrician and gynecologist, Dr. James Sears, a pediatrician and Ordon use their knowledge and years of hands-on experience to educate viewers and provide valuable resources.

Ordon graduated with honors from the USC School of Medicine. He trained in General Surgery and Head and Neck Surgery at USC, UCLA and Loma Linda University School of Medicine. Ordon completed his training program in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the prestigious Lenox Hill Hospital's Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Institute in New York City. He is currently Assistant Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at Dartmouth Medical College and the UCLA School of Medicine.

Also nominated for an Emmy in this year's Outstanding Talk Show/Informative category are The Tyra Banks Show and Dr. Phil.

The 36th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, hosted by actress Vanessa Williams, will air Sunday, August 30 at 5 p.m. PT on The CW network. For more information about The Doctors, visit thedoctorstv.com.

Dr. Ordon currently operates two state-of-the-art surgical facilities, one in Rancho Mirage near Palm Springs, and the other in Beverly Hills. For more information or to schedule a consultation, visit DrOrdon.com.

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I'm A Celebrity - Let Me Out of Here

I just had to share my opinion of this new TV Show. I don’t usually watch reality TV unless it’s about Talent - Dancing, Singing etc. American Idol is one of my favorite shows. But I like Lou Diamond Philips and Sanjaya (not crazy about the new haircut thought), so I thought it might be fun. I’ve watch The Hills a couple of times because I know it’s popular so I recognized Heidi and Spencer Pratt.

I have no idea if Spencer is really such a jerk in real life or if his behavior was just for the benefit of ‘reality’ but I finally shut it off before the ending because it was so unentertaining as to be stressful. Is that how privileged people really act?

I was on the fence about watching The Hills. I like to keep up with shows that are popular but after seeing those two in action last night - Let Me Out of Here. The comments that Spencer was making about the other participants were beyond rude.
Well enough of this. I need to get back to important stuff. Would love to hear comments though.

The Latest on Susan Boyle

Per BettyConfidential.com
Susan Boyle Hospitalized

With the "Britain's Got Talent" finals behind her, Susan Boyle checks into the hospital
-The Betty Editors

Susan Boyle, the Hairy Angel, who came in second in Britain's Got Talent on Saturday night is now in The Priory Clinic in London. Britain newspaper reporters say she began to behave erratically after her Saturday night loss to the dance group "Diversity." She was taken to the private clinic under police escort.

One of the show's judges, Piers Morgan, said Monday that Boyle, 48, was emotionally drained and exhausted. "Nobody has had to put up with the kind of attention Susan has had. Nobody could have predicted it," he told GMTV. "It has been crazy, she has gone from anonymity to being the most downloaded woman in history," he said. "She was very tired and hasn't been sleeping. She has just gone away to have some time to herself and to sleep and eat, doing all the things she hasn't been able to do in the last week."

The Britain's Got Talent final on Saturday became Britain's most-watched television program for five years, the Press Association news agency reported, with a peak of 19.2 million viewers. Diversity, the winners, took 24.9 percent of the public vote in the final, above Boyle's 20.2 percent share. Just under four million people voted, according to ITV, the channel that aired the final show. But then, the British public can do unexpected things. They voted Churchill out as Prime Minister after he had led the nation through the Second World War.

Like many others, we've been surprised by Susan's ability, cheered her on, got a bit tired of her and the super-hype surrounding her. But, like most Americans who have not seen all the acts in the show, we expected - and wanted - her to win. Now we just want her to take what she wants from her sudden enormous fame and not let her dream turn into a nightmare. Get well, Susan, and make that CD one we all want to buy.

I totally agree with the final paragraph. If you read Susan's biography on Wikipedia you realize what an amazing and courageous woman she is. As Simon said in his final comments she could have just walked away from the final performance and still had a career in America but she persevered proving that the stories of her emotional collapse 'were greatly exaggerated'. Susan is the kind of woman that we at Applaud Women find inspiring. She is a true Cinderella story not because of her turning into a princess but from her talent and courage. These are the women's stories that we want to bring to women in NH and MA so that we all see what can be accomplished if we just keep dreaming and working towards our dreams. And, for those of you who have made it to success - We Applaud you.
For those of you who have not seen Susan's final performance we have provide the link below. You can also view it and her complete story at www.applaudwomen.com If you know of any other women that you find inspiring, whether local of international please let us know by email me at applaud@comcast.net.

Here is a link to her final performance and comments by the Judges. http://talent.itv.com/videos/video/item_200287.htm.

We at Applaud Women wish Susan a speedy recovery and a brilliant, peaceful future. For more articles and information of interest to women in NH and MA please visit us at www.applaudwomen.com

Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program

Per Suite101.com
Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program
Children Can Earn A Free Book For Reading This Summer
By © Lisa Rufle
May 31, 2009

A brief look at this year's Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program for school-age children, including resources for parents.

Barnes and Noble's 2009 Children's Summer Reading Program is in full swing. Beginning on May 26 and running through September 7, 2009, young readers have an opportunity to read during their summer vacation and earn a free book with the completion of the program.
How Barnes and Noble's Summer Reading Program Works
The program is open to any child wishing to participate, specifically those in grades one through six.
• Kids are required to read eight books of their choosing throughout their summer vacation. A list of recommended titles, arranged by grade level, is provided in the Summer Reading Journal.
• Parents can help their children download the Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Journal from their website. The journal is available in both English and Spanish.
• Children are required to log each book read by author and title in their Summer Reading Journal. For each book read, kids will list their favorite part of the story.
• When all eight books are read and logged, parents sign off on the Journal and return it to their local Barnes and Noble book store.
Barnes and Noble's Summer Reading Program Rewards Children with Free Book
Children who successfully read all eight books and return their signed and completed journal to their local Barnes and Noble book store will receive a coupon for a free paperback book. A list of eligible titles are printed on the free book coupon and kids can choose their favorite among the available titles.
As an added bonus, kids also have the chance to win an autographed copy of the final Percy Jackson book, The Last Olympian, by Rick Riordan. No separate entry form is needed, their journal serves as an entry ticket.
Summer Reading Program Resources for Parents
Barnes and Noble offers additional resources for parents who want to get the most out of their kids' summer reading. Four additional activities are included in the Summer Reading Journal including a section where children can list their favorite authors, illustrators and titles, helping them to discover other books they might enjoy, a way to keep track of fiction and non-fiction titles (as well as different genres) they have read over the summer, a mythology matching game to help kids learn about characters in mythology and an opportunity for young readers to create their own adventure story. For further information and more detailed activities, consult the Summer Educator Kit, which can be downloaded from the Summer Reading Website.

Read more: http://book-clubs.suite101.com/article.cfm/barnes_and_noble_summer_reading_program#ixzz0HBeXkgFg&B

For more information and articles of interest to women in NH and MA please visit our website at www.applaudwomen.com.