po*em*e*dy
–noun, plural -dies.
1.
using the art of rhythmical composition, written or spoken, for exciting pleasure by beautiful, imaginative, or elevated thoughts in the creation of a play, movie, etc., of light and humorous character with a happy or cheerful ending; a dramatic work in which the central motif is the triumph over adverse circumstance, resulting in a successful or happy conclusion.
2.
that branch of the drama which concerns itself with this form of composition.
3.
the poetic and comic element of drama, of literature generally, or of life.
4.
poetic qualities however manifested (the poetry of simple acts and things)
in any literary composition dealing with a theme suitable for comedy, or employing the methods of comedy infused with tragedy, mystery and frequently inspired by poverty.
5.
a poetic form that consists of seven lines - each line contains seven syllables.
6.
a segment of Hip-Hop Theatre which utilizes this form of storytelling, e.g., Platanos & Collard Greens ; Shakespeare N. Haarlem ; and Spell # 7.
7.
a word that poets use to describe life itself.
[Origin: 2003 – Present; AAE a term inspired by Laurence Holder’s literary work about Jazz musicians and influenced by (1350-1400: ME comedye < ML cÅ?média, L cÅ?moedia < Gk kÅ?mÅ?idía, equiv. to kÅ?mÅ?id(ós) comedian (kômo(s) merry-making + aoidós singer) + -ia -y3 and Origin: 1350–1400; ME poetrie < ML poétria poetic art, deriv. of poéta poet, but formation is unclear; prob. not < Gk poitria poetess) however the term transcends the separate meanings of these words.]
–noun, plural -dies.
1.
using the art of rhythmical composition, written or spoken, for exciting pleasure by beautiful, imaginative, or elevated thoughts in the creation of a play, movie, etc., of light and humorous character with a happy or cheerful ending; a dramatic work in which the central motif is the triumph over adverse circumstance, resulting in a successful or happy conclusion.
2.
that branch of the drama which concerns itself with this form of composition.
3.
the poetic and comic element of drama, of literature generally, or of life.
4.
poetic qualities however manifested (the poetry of simple acts and things)
in any literary composition dealing with a theme suitable for comedy, or employing the methods of comedy infused with tragedy, mystery and frequently inspired by poverty.
5.
a poetic form that consists of seven lines - each line contains seven syllables.
6.
a segment of Hip-Hop Theatre which utilizes this form of storytelling, e.g., Platanos & Collard Greens ; Shakespeare N. Haarlem ; and Spell # 7.
7.
a word that poets use to describe life itself.
[Origin: 2003 – Present; AAE a term inspired by Laurence Holder’s literary work about Jazz musicians and influenced by (1350-1400: ME comedye < ML cÅ?média, L cÅ?moedia < Gk kÅ?mÅ?idía, equiv. to kÅ?mÅ?id(ós) comedian (kômo(s) merry-making + aoidós singer) + -ia -y3 and Origin: 1350–1400; ME poetrie < ML poétria poetic art, deriv. of poéta poet, but formation is unclear; prob. not < Gk poitria poetess) however the term transcends the separate meanings of these words.]
Judytwoshoes was a four-piece Pop/Pop Punk-ish band with a female lead singer, that existed from 1977 to 1981.
The name Judytwoshoes derives from ´Goody Two-Shoes´. . Goody Two-Shoes is a children's story by an anomymous author, published in 1765. The story is the origin of the popular phrase "goody two-shoes," often used to describe an excessively or annoyingly virtuous person. In more recent years, the phrase has developed a more negative connotation, implying that the virtuousness of a "goody two-shoes" is insincere.
Some of the songs were modelled on the contemporary Blondie. The band was formed by lead guitarist Lucas Weschke and singer Judie Burton. The two were language students at the then Bristol Polytechnic (renamed ) in 1992.
At that time the , in the early days of ´punk´ was very lively - included Electric Guitars, Art Objects, Various Artists, Stingrays, Shoes For Industry, Exploding Seagulls, Untouchables, Jo Public, X-Certs, Spics, Gardez Darkx Colortape, The Pop Group and Essential Bop.
The line-up of the band in its most active period was Judie Burton (Vocals), Lucas Weschke (Guitar), Bill Jackson (Bass) and Shaun Sheppard (Drums).
Judytwoshoes played at a large number of venues in and around Bristol, including the well-known Ashton Court Festival in 1979, to an audience of around two thousand people.
The band´s music was recorded for posterity at Wavelength/Bristol Recorder studios in 1980.
Music
*Baby
*Kissing me
*Let me be lovely
*Live
*Punk ish
*Screw your screws
*To be me
Photos
The name Judytwoshoes derives from ´Goody Two-Shoes´. . Goody Two-Shoes is a children's story by an anomymous author, published in 1765. The story is the origin of the popular phrase "goody two-shoes," often used to describe an excessively or annoyingly virtuous person. In more recent years, the phrase has developed a more negative connotation, implying that the virtuousness of a "goody two-shoes" is insincere.
Some of the songs were modelled on the contemporary Blondie. The band was formed by lead guitarist Lucas Weschke and singer Judie Burton. The two were language students at the then Bristol Polytechnic (renamed ) in 1992.
At that time the , in the early days of ´punk´ was very lively - included Electric Guitars, Art Objects, Various Artists, Stingrays, Shoes For Industry, Exploding Seagulls, Untouchables, Jo Public, X-Certs, Spics, Gardez Darkx Colortape, The Pop Group and Essential Bop.
The line-up of the band in its most active period was Judie Burton (Vocals), Lucas Weschke (Guitar), Bill Jackson (Bass) and Shaun Sheppard (Drums).
Judytwoshoes played at a large number of venues in and around Bristol, including the well-known Ashton Court Festival in 1979, to an audience of around two thousand people.
The band´s music was recorded for posterity at Wavelength/Bristol Recorder studios in 1980.
Music
*Baby
*Kissing me
*Let me be lovely
*Live
*Punk ish
*Screw your screws
*To be me
Photos
Paella King Competition
The Paella King competition is an annual competition held in a different town in Galicia, Spain every year. the is a competition; whoever makes the best Paella is the "Paella King" for the year until the next competition. Paella is a Spanish rice dish (paella means frying pan) traditionally eaten with some Malabar sauce. This sauce is made from grated onions, eggs and chopped parsley.It is a great attraction for the locals and tourists, as they witness up to 18,000 paellas being cooked in front of their eyes over the course of 10 days. The event is always held in towns main square, in which 500 long tables for the years competitors are set up. Arena seating on the four sides of the square is built to seat up to five thousand spectators. At the end of the cooking phase of the competition a team of 50 chef judges from all over Europe taste test the dishes. A Spectators choice award is also awarded for the most popular dish amongst the spectators. The event is shown live on Spanish regional television stations and has a deal with a major spainsh radio station RADIO NACIONAL DE ESPAÑA..
Previous Winners
* Horche Gould-prawn paella - 2007
* Marchez Valequez-basil cream paella - 2006
* Hernado Vieites- matsatake mushroom and venison paella - 2005
* Silvestorino Draques-citrus paella - 2004
* Patriciano Lopez-pork paella - 2003
* Fernando Brazilico-oyster and mussels paella - 2002
* Manuel Villez-crab and corn paella - 2001
* Padra Gregor-lobster and lavendar paella - 2000
* Stephano Gravini-peas and bilton paella - 1999
* Bratini Flaquez- onion mash paella - 1998
* Albertuez Grussini- chilli and mayonaisse paella - 1997
Prize
Any winner will receive the following:
* A crown made out of freeze dried, compressed paella from the previous year's competition.
* 50,000 euros
* A new premium grade lawn installed for free.
* 1% of the shares of the national paella induustry.
* A night on the town with Beatriz Vietes, a hotshot in the spanish modeling agency.
The Paella King competition is an annual competition held in a different town in Galicia, Spain every year. the is a competition; whoever makes the best Paella is the "Paella King" for the year until the next competition. Paella is a Spanish rice dish (paella means frying pan) traditionally eaten with some Malabar sauce. This sauce is made from grated onions, eggs and chopped parsley.It is a great attraction for the locals and tourists, as they witness up to 18,000 paellas being cooked in front of their eyes over the course of 10 days. The event is always held in towns main square, in which 500 long tables for the years competitors are set up. Arena seating on the four sides of the square is built to seat up to five thousand spectators. At the end of the cooking phase of the competition a team of 50 chef judges from all over Europe taste test the dishes. A Spectators choice award is also awarded for the most popular dish amongst the spectators. The event is shown live on Spanish regional television stations and has a deal with a major spainsh radio station RADIO NACIONAL DE ESPAÑA..
Previous Winners
* Horche Gould-prawn paella - 2007
* Marchez Valequez-basil cream paella - 2006
* Hernado Vieites- matsatake mushroom and venison paella - 2005
* Silvestorino Draques-citrus paella - 2004
* Patriciano Lopez-pork paella - 2003
* Fernando Brazilico-oyster and mussels paella - 2002
* Manuel Villez-crab and corn paella - 2001
* Padra Gregor-lobster and lavendar paella - 2000
* Stephano Gravini-peas and bilton paella - 1999
* Bratini Flaquez- onion mash paella - 1998
* Albertuez Grussini- chilli and mayonaisse paella - 1997
Prize
Any winner will receive the following:
* A crown made out of freeze dried, compressed paella from the previous year's competition.
* 50,000 euros
* A new premium grade lawn installed for free.
* 1% of the shares of the national paella induustry.
* A night on the town with Beatriz Vietes, a hotshot in the spanish modeling agency.
Michael Chad Bullock is an accomplished kickboxer who developed a record of 43-2. Living in Martensville, Saskatchewan, Canada. Bullock has remained retired but is still teaching students.
During his prime, Michael was highly recognized as having the most muscle mass of any under-16 kickboxer in Western Canada.
Accomplishments
World Kickboxing League Canadian Super-featherweight Kickboxing Champion
World Kickboxing Association Saskatchewan Featherweight Kickboxing Champion -
Accident
Mike was involved in a near fatal motorcycle accident on June 26, 2006 while out for a ride on highway 11. This accident forced Michael into retirement because of adductor/abductor complications.
During his prime, Michael was highly recognized as having the most muscle mass of any under-16 kickboxer in Western Canada.
Accomplishments
World Kickboxing League Canadian Super-featherweight Kickboxing Champion
World Kickboxing Association Saskatchewan Featherweight Kickboxing Champion -
Accident
Mike was involved in a near fatal motorcycle accident on June 26, 2006 while out for a ride on highway 11. This accident forced Michael into retirement because of adductor/abductor complications.